Distributed Mission Operation

Distributed Mission Operations (DMO) is revolutionizing the way the armed forces train byimplementing a "train the way we fight" philosophy. It’s a network-centric approach thatseamlessly integrates fighting assets into a synthetic operating environment.

Barco presents this year’s I/ITSEC attendees with a first-hand demonstration of itsrevolutionary DMO display solution for military training and unveils new and exciting displaysystem technologies for other simulation applications.

This guide provides an inside look at what you’ll find at Barco booth 1101. From DMO toNVGView projection to network-centric visualization, we’ll show you why Barco systemsenhance visualization, improve performance, and maximize simulation training effectiveness.

Network-centric operation

NVGView projection solution

VCAD: Homeland security

I/ITSEC 2004 Barco System Solutions

U.S. Air Force photo by tech. Sgt. Jeffrey Allen

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NVGVIEW™ projection

The stimulation of NVGdevices and accuratedisplay of night visioneffects are critical to NVGsimulation training. Barco'sNVGVIEW system add-onenables users wearing NVGdevices to see bright,properly defined targetsand images for true training

scenario accuracy and realism. Barco’s NVGVIEW can be usedin firearms training, flight simulation, reconnaissancesimulation, forward observer, and a wide variety of othermission essential applications.

New: BARCOREALITY SIM 5PLUS

Barco proudly introducesits new SIM 5plusnetwork-centric, duallamp, single-chip DLP™projector. IntegratingBarco’s unique WARP 6™geometry correction technology and an impressive range ofdedicated simulation functionalities ensures that the units willoperate together seamlessly in a display system: DYNACOLOR,Constant Light Output (CLO), Optical Soft Edge Matching(OSEM) and Extended Contrast Ratio (ECR) capability.

The native SXGA+ resolution (1400 x 1050 pixels) of Barco’snew SIM 5PLUS delivers the visual fidelity needed for optimaltarget details and training accuracy, while picture in picturedisplay enlarges the capabilities for briefing and debriefing.

The compact form factor and the wide range of on- and off-axis-capable lenses, makes the SIM 5PLUS easy to integrate ina large variety of positions. A wide range of high-bandwidthanalog and digital inputs offers versatile connection facilities,while a built-in processor and memory and a high speednetwork connection facilitates centralized simulatormanagement and lightning-fast cross-system remote control.The integration of Barco’s unique WARP 6™ with bi-cubicinterpolation inside the projector reduces overall system MTBF.

New Barco technology on display

New: Barco ICON™ H600

The native 1920 x 1080 HDTVresolution and 16:9 wide aspect ratioplus versatile windowing allows the ICON todisplay multiple sources in full detail on just onescreen, making the projector an ideal solution forcollaborative analysis, decision-making and sniper weapontraining.

This remarkable 6,000 ANSI lumen LCD projector is equippedwith a powerful integrated display server, which can be easilyadapted to the user’s network infrastructure, enabling instant,collaborative meetings between remote meeting sites. Controlover a projector can be passed instantly over a LAN to anymeeting location. A complete fleet of projectors can be fullymanaged and monitored over the network from the centralIT/AV service.

New: IWALL™

Barco’s new IWALL

system delivers ultra-high resolution forvisualizing complexdata. This innovativetiled and blendeddisplay technologydelivers more seamlesspixels than any solutionon the market today,offering a wall resolution of 2400 x 2000 to greater than 10000x 5000 pixels. The IWALL offers unlimited display capabilities,and it is scalable to the demands of any application.

VCAD™Virtual Collaboration, Analysis & Decision system

The VCAD is the world’s first integrated software andhardware visualization solution for Homeland and NationalSecurity. This powerful tool analyzes large, complex data setsand graphically renders key relationships in stereo 3D so youcan identify threats, perform group analysis and evaluation,collaborate from multiple locations, and interact with multi-faceted data in "real time".

Stop by SGI’s booth to see a live demonstration of the VCAD.

All-in-one network-centric debriefing station

Analysis of high-resolution satellite pictures

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Barco SEER™ mini-dome

The SEER mini-dome system isBarco's solution for the ultimate inimmersive simulation training. It is acompact and flexible visualizationsolution that consists of a custom240°/270° spherical dome structure,multi-channel projection system,sophisticated alignment and controltools, and dedicated peripheraldevices.

The Barco SEER mini-dome systemprovides constant eye relief over theentire spherical surface and optimizesout-of-window scenes. The sphericalshape maintains a constant distancebetween the user’s eye and theprojected simulation, preventing theuser’s eyes from having to adjust togeometric changes in the surface area.

Barco’s SEER mini-dome is currently used by theU.S. Air Force and other simulation facilities formilitary flight training applications.

Distributed Mission OperationBarco’s DMO solution links combat

and support simulators with other

command and control systems to

provide a continuous, up-to-date

picture of the battlefield. It allows

airborne, ground, maritime, and

unmanned assets to train as a team

from remote locations while

interacting in real time.

Barco’s DMO solution can be

configured with a wide range of

Barco display system technology,

such as the SEER™ mini-dome,

HALO™ rear-projected system,

ICOMMAND™ large-screen display

solution, and DIGITAL SCRIBE™ image

record/playback system, to meet

your mission training center needs.

The Barco DMO solution is also

scalable to accommodate specific

space requirements and budget.

Whether you need a single system at

a single facility, or several systems at

multiple facilities, Barco has your

DMO solution.

The SEER also creates a seamlessprojection surface and offers greatercontinuous visual range. Pixel size isuniform from front to top channels.Users experience full-immersive trainingat a level not previously possible. Theprojection technology is optimized formatching color, brightness, gray scale,and other visual parameters.

The Barco SEER mini-dome has a small footprintand low height profile to maximize training space.It can operate as a discrete system or networkedwith other mini-domes for grouped fightingapplications to increase training effectiveness.

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Digital Scribe for briefing/debriefing

Barco’s DIGITAL SCRIBE is a digital image recording systemthat can be used for briefing and debriefing applications.

Through a unique set of compression techniques for effectiverecording of RGB outputs, stored images of a mission can beplayed back for later review and analysis.The DIGITAL SCRIBE workstation contains a PCI form factorgraphics recorder board that converts RGB data combinedwith radar and video into a compressed digital stream ofdata. The compression algorithm, developed by Barco, isdownward compatible with the MPEG2 standard.

Barco iCommand™

Barco’s ICOMMAND is a large-screen, multi-source and multi-sensor display solution. In Barco’s DMO solution, itprovides a "god’s eye" view of the entire military trainingoperation.

ICOMMAND features the latest image and data acquisition andprocessing technologies to increase information superiority in

The DIGITAL SCRIBE is available in astand-alone 19" rack-mount chassis oras a single-slot PCI board to beintegrated into an existing system.

Command & Control Centers. This solution provides theDefense community with a network-centric visualizationplatform that integrates information from various differentsensors and sources. ICOMMAND is used in operational, tactical,and strategic Command & Control Centers.

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Central to Barco’s DMO solution is itspowerful multi-system control andautomated alignment tools.

The Barco xRACU™ allows you tooperate, calibrate, configure, anddiagnose multiple display systemsusing any mix of Barco projectors (CRT,LCD or DLP™) from a single hand-heldcontroller. The Barco xRACU gives youthe power to effectively controlmultiple simulation centers.

The Barco AUTOALIGN™ is an automatedalignment tool that enables you toquickly and easily setup and maintain amultiple projector system with minimaluser intervention.

Network-Centric Operations

Barco simulation display systems arelinked through high-speedcommunication equipment,providing real-time battleenvironments for warfighters.

Network technology allows more andricher visual content to be centralizedwith higher quality levels from anyremote location. Sharing andexchanging visual content betweenmission training centers, an ever-increasing demand, is now possible.Barco’s simulation display systems havedirect network connectivity and deliveroptimal end-to-end digital access to allnetworked visual information.

HALO™ rear-projected,continuous view displaysystem

Barco’s new HALO system is a simpleand cost-effective immersive displaythat's designed to improve militarytraining performance.

This solution is powered by a Barcoprojection system that projects trainingcontent onto a unique cylindrical, rear-projection screen, creating acontinuous field-of-view. The multi-channel, edge-blended display systemeliminates distracting shadowsproduced in front-projected displaysystems, as well as view-interruptingbezels typically found in LCD panelsystems. Barco projection technology isoptimized for matching color,brightness, grayscale, and other visualparameters to maximize the simulationexperience.

HALO is a result of Barco’s collaboration with themilitary to improve training performance andincrease the military’s effectiveness.

In addition to DMO, Barco SEER mini-dome and HALO systems are suitedfor a wide range of applications suchas:• Threat station• Player station• Air-to-air/air-to-ground combat• Fast jet, vehicle, or boat• Pilot-in-the-loop• e-Dome replacement• Forward observer• Single driver• Helmet-mount display replacement• Research

System Tools

xRACU

AUTOALIGN

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Barco Simulation is an ISO 9001 registered company.The information and data given are typical for the equipment described. However any individual item is subject to change without any notice. The latest version of this product sheet can be found on www.simulation.barco.com.

SEER, HALO, iCommand, Digital Scribe, xRACU, AutoAlign, BarcoReality SIM 5plus, iCon H600, iWall, VCAD, WARP 6, Constant LightOutput (CLO), Optical Soft Edge Matching (OSEM) and Extended Contrast Ratio (ECR) are trademarks of Barco.DLP is a trademark of Texas Instruments.Other, non-Barco product names appearing in this brochure are trademarks/registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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