64, 96, or 128-Channel NTDS Universal Matrix Switch Expansion Card

The XPS-128 CPU Card creates an integrated fully non-blocking 64-, 96-, or 128-channel Naval Tactical Data System (NTDS) matrix switching network by connecting together two, three, or four XPS-32 switches. Each XPS-32 unit provides low-latency as well as a transparent, non-blocking interconnection between any pair of devices. By regenerating 100% of the incoming signal, the XPS-128 ensures maximum data integrity. The XPS-128 scalable switching system can expand to 64, 96, or 128 channels. The switches can be colocated or remotely located up to 14 km apart.

As part of X-COM's line of Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) NTDS switching solutions, the switching network created by the XPS-128 CPU Card offers the highest number of channels in the smallest form factor available. The XPS-CPU Card allows NTDS networks to be rapidly reconfigured using a PC or Master Switch Controller. It is designed to costeffectively meet the unique needs of today's NTDS development, evaluation, and training environments.

Features

• Scalable - Two, three, or four XPS-32 switches can be connected to create a fully non-blocking, lowlatency switching network of 64, 96, or 128 channels
• Flexible - Connect NTDS devices located in up to four different physical locations into a single network
• Extended Range - NTDS devices and XPS switches can be colocated or remotely located up to 14 km apart
• Non-Blocking - Simultaneous non-blocking full data rate operation on all channels
• Versatile - Interconnect up to 128 NTDS Type A, B, C, D, E, H, MIL-STD-1553B, and OJ-451 devices
• Cost-Effective- By populating line cards as needed, the switch can be customized to individual system needs and populated as additional requirements develop
• Low Latency - Less than 500 ns ensures error-free and transparent communications
• Small Form Factor - Large number of channels available in a small amount of space

Applications

Specifications

Applications

Using XPS-128 CPU cards, up to four XPS-32 chassis can be linked together via fiber optic cables to create low-latency, non-blocking configurations of 64, 96, or 128 channels. The XPS-32 sub-switches can be centrally co-located in a large matrix switch or up to 14 km apart. The XPS-128 is typically used at shore-based test, evaluation, and training commands to allow equipment to be easily and rapidly reconfigured in order to mimic many different ship combat system configurations. The XPS-128 CPU card allows network operators and test managers to interconnect a wide range of NTDS Type A, B, C, D, E, H, MIL-STD-1553B, and OJ-451 (Huges Console) devices without the need to ever disconnect NTDS cables.

XPS-32 Front and Rear Panels		Four interconnected XPS-32 units create a 128-channel switch

Specifications

Interfaces		MIL-STD-1397C Type A, B, C, D, E, H MIL-STD-1553B OJ-451 (Hughes Console)
Channels		32, 64, 96, or 128
XPS-32 Size		Switch Chassis: 17½" (10U) H x 14 ½" D x 19" W (19" rack mount)
XPS-32 Weight		Chassis: Approximately 50 lbs. Power Supply: Approximately 35 lbs.
Power		Standard IEC 115 VAC
Control		PC or Master Switch Controller via RS-232