The DDC BU-65549M1 is a PCI interface card that delivers MIL-STD-1553 communication in Bus Controller (BC), Remote Terminal (RT), and Monitor Terminal (MT) operational modes. Built for aerospace and defense environments, it connects directly to MIL-STD-1553 networks via integrated transceivers and dual-redundant channels, supporting data rates of 1 Mbps across standard and extended message formats.
## Technical Specifications
**MIL-STD-1553 Protocol Support**
• Standard Compliance: MIL-STD-1553B Notice 2, MIL-STD-1760, UK MIL-STD-1553
• Data Rate: 1 Mbps
• Message Formats: Standard and extended formats
• Error Detection: Built-in error checking and reporting
**Interface Architecture**
• Bus Interface: PCI Local Bus (32-bit, 33 MHz)
• Channels: Dual-redundant MIL-STD-1553B
• On-Board Memory: Integrated buffer memory for data storage
• Transceivers: Integrated with direct connection to 1553 bus
• Connectors: Standard MIL-STD-1553 coaxial connectors
**Operational Modes**
• Bus Controller (BC): Initiates and controls bus communication
• Remote Terminal (RT): Slave operation supporting up to 32 RT addresses
• Monitor Terminal (MT): Passive bus traffic capture and logging
## Key Features
• Low-level drivers and high-level interface libraries included
• Diagnostic and configuration utilities bundled with card
• Windows and Linux operating system support
• Comprehensive Application Programming Interface (API)
• Industrial and military temperature range operation
• Environmental hardening for shock, vibration, and humidity resistance
## Typical Applications
Aerospace avionics integration, defense system communications, real-time command and telemetry networks, embedded 1553 bus monitoring and test systems.
## Compatibility & Integration
Fully compatible with standard PCI bus systems and existing MIL-STD-1553 infrastructure. Standard PCI card form factor integrates into legacy and modern military platforms without architectural modification.
