IFF-701Ti test set from IFR tests IFF transponders and interrogators

Responding to the military's needs for greater flight safety, N/A (Wichita, KS), announced the IFF-701Ti transponder test set, which can test both IFF (identification friend or foe) transponders and IFF interrogators. The IFF-701Ti is aimed at flight line and bench testing of transponders (Modes 1, 2, 3/A, 4, C, and S) and interrogators (Modes 1, 2, 3/A, 4, and C). The IFF-701Ti is a new version of IFR's IFF-701 test set, which tests transponders only. The new test set is also capable of testing ETCAS (Enhanced Traffic Alert Collision Avoidance System) systems, the military version of the civilian TCAS system.

"ETCAS is not only for collision avoidance," said Jeff Gillum, director, avionics products, IFR. "The military uses it for formation flying and in-flight refueling, for example. These uses require greater precision and tracking capabilities which means the testing has to be much more rigorous. IFR developed the IFF-701Ti in response to that need."

The IFR-701Ti offers a Set Up function to allow operators to set various parameters used in testing, configuration, and memory storage. Ideal for Go/No Go pre-mission testing, the Auto Test runs a mode test followed by 31 individual tests, checking the operation of the transponder / interrogator and indicating failure to comply with accepted pre-programmed guidelines. The Single Test mode allows the operator to run any of the 31 tests performed in the AutoTest function as individual tests, which provides diagnostic test capability during routine maintenance or if the Auto Test indicates a failure which requires further investigation. The separate Power Test feature accurately measures Effective Radiated Power and receiver sensitivity.

IFF-701Ti key features:

• Interrogator Auto Test monitors interrogations, validates interrogation parameters, and generates a reply (static or moving target in range and altitude)
  
• Allows user control of pass/fail parameters using RS-232 communications port
  
• Provides capability for storing IFF Mode 4 codes for use during transponder testing
  
• KIT/KIR-1A/C or KIV-6 cables available for testing of IFF Mode 4 operation
  
• Built-in test
  
• Two hour battery operation plus power management
  
• Compliant with European CE requirement for safety and EMI
  
• NATO and US National Stock Numbers (NSN)

The IFF-701Ti transponder test set is priced at U.S. $19,995. It is available in four weeks upon receipt of order.

IFR is a designer and manufacturer of advanced wireless test solutions for wireless communications, avionics, and general test and measurement applications.

IFR Systems, Inc., 10200 West York St., Wichita, KS, 67215-8999. Tel: 800-835-2352 or 316-522-4981.

Edited by Paul O'Shea
Managing Editor, TestandMeasurement.com