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8714254211 - BMS Carry-Viewer III Plus Kit

8714254211 - BMS Carry-Viewer III Plus Kit

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8714254211 – BMS Carry-Viewer III Plus Kit

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The BMS 8714254211 Carry-Viewer III Plus is a mission-critical, high-definition (HD) portable COFDM (Coded Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing) receiver and monitoring station designed for real-time Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) data downlinks. Engineered for the rigorous demands of airborne law enforcement, search and rescue (SAR), and tactical military operations, this kit allows ground personnel to receive crystal-clear, low-latency video feeds directly from aircraft equipped with Wescam, FLIR, or Airfilm-mounted sensor suites.

The Carry-Viewer III Plus is housed in a ruggedized, weather-resistant enclosure, integrating a high-brightness, daylight-readable LCD monitor with a sophisticated diversity receiver. By utilizing COFDM modulation, the 8714254211 excels in "Non-Line-of-Sight" (NLOS) environments, effectively mitigating the multi-path interference caused by urban canyons, dense foliage, or mountainous terrain. This kit is the essential "downlink terminal" that bridges the gap between the airborne platform and the tactical decision-makers on the ground.

Key Features

  • Ultra-Low Latency COFDM Decoding: Optimized for tactical environments where real-time situational awareness is vital; ensures the ground feed is synchronized with the aircraft's sensor movement.

  • Dual-Antenna Diversity Reception: Employs advanced maximal-ratio combining (MRC) technology to switch between antennas instantaneously, ensuring a stable signal even when the aircraft is maneuvering at high bank angles.

  • High-Brightness Tactical Display: Features an HD screen with high-nit output, specifically engineered for viewability in direct sunlight on the flight line or in the field.

  • MPEG-2 / H.264 Multi-Codec Support: Compatible with a wide range of airborne transmitters, allowing for seamless integration with both legacy and modern digital downlink systems.

  • Ruggedized Field Kit: The 8714254211 includes the receiver, high-gain antennas, power cables, and a protective transit case designed to withstand the vibration and impact of field deployment.

Technical Specifications

  • Part Number: 8714254211

  • Manufacturer: BMS (Broadcast Microwave Services)

  • Component Type: Portable COFDM HD Downlink Receiver

  • Frequency Range: Typically S-Band (2.0–2.5 GHz) or C-Band (4.4–5.0 GHz) — Verify specific frequency block per regional licensing requirements.

  • Demodulation: COFDM (DVB-T compliant)

  • Video Output: HDMI, SD/HD-SDI, and Composite (BNC)

  • Display: Integrated 12-inch (approx.) High-Definition Daylight Readable LCD

  • Power Input: 12V–28V DC (Compatible with aircraft ground power or internal battery packs)

  • Encryption: Supports AES-128/256 decryption for secure mission data (Software key dependent).

System Includes:

  • 8714254211: Carry-Viewer III Plus Kit

    • 1.99 - 2.5 GHz 2-way diversity handheld receiver with GEO-POINT and color LCD screen

    • DVR with 8GB internal memory

    • Antennas

    • Battery

    • AC Charger for simultaneous operation and battery chargine

    • User guide

  • 120103600: Omni directional antenna 2.4 and 5 GHz, 3dB, Linear, SMA connector, 1/2 wave, 5 Watts, 4" with adjustable elbow in black color

  • 120604000: Omni directional blade antenna, Hepta band, 824-2500 MHz, 1-3 dBi, SMA (m), 7.33", 90 degree, toggle base RoHS compliant

  • 401001050: Battery pack, CVIII, 4.8 Amp-Hour 11.1 volts SCD

  • 401001080: CVIII-PS Power supply for all CVIII receivers. 100-240 VAC input, 16 VDC output, 90 Watt includes AC power cord

  • 6064254000: SW CD Carry-Viewer III and CVIII Plus User Guide with CRYPTKEEPER software

  • 610003160: Video Cable - 2.5mm phone jack to RCA

  • 610003171: Audio cable, 3.5mm stereo phone plug to 2-RCA plugs, 6 ft cable

  • 8014254210: CVIII-7+ CARRY-VIEWER III PLUS (2GHz)

  • 401001050: Battery Pack CVIII 4.8 Amp-Hour 11.1 Volt SCD

  • 401001061: Car battery charger DC/DC 12 Volts input, 15-17 Volts output, M9 right angle tip

  • 401001064: Desktop battery charger for B5707 battery used in all CARRY-VIEWER III versions. Single battery charger. 100-250 VAC 50/60 Hz input with cords

Aircraft Compatibility

  • Airborne Downlink Systems: Compatible with BMS, Vislink, and Troll Systems transmitters mounted on:

    • Bell 407/412 (Police/Parapublic configurations)

    • Airbus H125/AS350 (ISR/Electronic News Gathering)

    • Beechcraft King Air ISR Variants

    • Cessna 208 Caravan (Tactical Downlink)

  • Note: The Carry-Viewer III Plus must be tuned to the specific frequency and encryption keys programmed into the aircraft's onboard transmitter.

Applications

The 8714254211 is utilized for Tactical Video Downlink Reception. Its primary roles include:

  • Command & Control: Providing real-time "eye in the sky" feeds to incident commanders during active tactical operations.

  • SAR Coordination: Allowing ground search teams to view infrared (IR) imagery from the aircraft to locate missing persons in real-time.

  • Firefighting Overwatch: Monitoring fire lines and "hot spots" transmitted from aerial tankers or lead planes.

Why Choose 8714254211?

Choosing the BMS Carry-Viewer III Plus ensures mission-grade reliability. Unlike commercial-grade wireless monitors, the 8714254211 is built to handle the RF-congested environments of modern emergency responses. Its ability to decode H.264 high-profile video while maintaining a robust link in high-speed mobile scenarios makes it the preferred choice for agencies that cannot afford a "signal dropped" message during a critical pursuit or rescue.

The 8714254211 utilizes Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM), a digital multi-carrier modulation scheme. By splitting the high-speed data stream into thousands of slower sub-carriers, the system achieves extreme multi-path immunity. In a typical hangar or urban environment, RF signals bounce off metal structures (reflectors), arriving at the receiver at slightly different times—a phenomenon known as intersymbol interference. The Carry-Viewer III Plus uses a "Guard Interval" to allow these reflections to settle before sampling the data, ensuring the Bit Error Rate (BER) remains low even in "electronically noisy" environments. The diversity receiver then uses a Maximum Ratio Combining (MRC) algorithm to sum the signals from both antenna inputs, effectively increasing the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) beyond what a single-input receiver could achieve.

Note: This is a sophisticated electronic communication device. Operation may require an FCC or regional equivalent license for specific frequency bands. Ensure that the encryption keys match the airborne transmitter prior to deployment. Protect the LCD and antenna ports from dust and moisture during field use. Maintenance and frequency re-programming must be performed by authorized avionics technicians.

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