OmniBusBox™ Ethernet/USB Avionics Databus Interface

General

• OmniBus Modules: 2
• Processor: IBM PowerPC®
• Memory: 64MB SDRAM, 4MB Flash
• CompactFlash slot: Type I/II
• Real Time Clock
• Power: 100-250 VAC (28 VDC optional)

Interface

• Ethernet: 10/100 auto-speed sensing
• RS-232 ports: 2
• DIO: 2 inputs, 2 outputs plus
• 3 inputs, 3 outputs per module
• IRIG A/B input and output

Physical

• Size: 1.7 (1U) x 12 x 9.6 in (44 x 305 x 244 mm)
• Weight:3.5 lb (1.6 kg)
• Mounting: table-top, bolt-down, or rack mount

For full specifications, refer to product datasheets under the "Downloads" tab.

CoPilot

The easiest way to use your OmniBusBox is with CoPilot, Ballard's Windows-based software. CoPilot is an intuitive, interactive program that simplifies the simulation and testing of avionics systems. CoPilot auto-detection, engineering units conversion, and other features increase user productivity. In CoPilot, you can quickly build transmit schedules and enter and display data in meaningful engineering units. The Sequential Monitor captures, records, filters, displays, and exports databus traffic. CoPilot features include virtual instruments, hardware and software playback modes, and scripting. CoPilot also supports MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 708, ARINC 664/AFDX and limited serial communications. Because CoPilot can host multiple cards, channels, and databuses, it is the ideal tool for operating OmniBus products. CoPilot may be purchased as part of an OmniBus system or separately.

BTIDriver API

Alternatively, software developers can use the included Application Program Interface (API) to quickly develop custom applications. OmniBus products can be easily configured and operated with only a few API calls. The comprehensive library also includes a broad range of functions for specialized needs.

Drivers

Driver software is available for Windows®, Linux®, LabVIEW, LabVIEW RT, VxWorks®, INTEGRITY® and other operating systems. Availability varies by product. Contact Ballard for specific details for your desired Omnibus product.

PowerPC

An SDK is available for advanced users who are developing software to run on the PowerPC (available on OmniBusBox, OmniBus VME, and OmniBus PMC).

XXX :: Platform Number

#	Description
111	PCI w/ 1 core
112	PCI w/ 2 cores
121	3U cPCI w/ 1 core
122	3U cPCI w/ 2 cores
141	PMC w/ 1 fixed core (MIL-STD-1553 only)
152	6U VME w/ 2 cores and PMC site
154	6U VME w/ 4 cores (no PMC site)
162	OmniBusBox w/ 2 cores

CoPilot Code

To include CoPilot add "CP-" before the OmniBus order number.

Example: CP-162-544-423

Options

Contact Ballard sales for information on available OmniBus options.

YYY :: MIL-STD-1553 Module Numbers

Other channel level combinations available. Contact sales for more information.

YYY :: ARINC 429 Module Numbers

nR = number of receive channels
nT = number of transmit channels
* On module #435, ARINC 429 and bipolar ARINC 717 channels share the same receivers.

YYY :: ARINC 708 Module Numbers

nR = number of receive channels
nT = number of transmit channels

YYY :: ARINC 717 Module Numbers

nR = number of receive channels
nT = number of transmit channels
* On module P/N 435, ARINC 429 and bipolar ARINC 717 channels share the same receivers.

YYY :: Serial Module Numbers

nR = number of receive channels
nT = number of transmit channels

YYY :: CSDB Module Numbers

nR = number of receive channels
nT = number of transmit channels

YYY :: Discrete I/O Module Numbers

YYY :: Future I/O Expansion