LIGHTNING FAST
Stormscope Brochure 2011_SS Brochure 2005 Layout.qxd 12/1/2011 1:37 PM Page 1 STORMSCOPE MODEL WX-500 Displaying lightning information at ranges of 25-200 nm, the The WX-500 lets you choose between strike and cell mode, Stormscope WX-500 is designed to interface with the most depending on your preference. By adding the Stormscope popular, new generation of multi-function displays. With the WX-500 to SkyWatch or SkyWatch HP systems, traffic and WX-500, you can view lightning information directly on your lightning information can be superimposed over datalink MFD either on a dedicated page or overlaid on the moving weather or radar returns (display dependent). The operating map. Even if your MFD already has datalink weather, nothing modes of Stormscope WX-500 and SkyWatch are controlled provides the accuracy and timeliness of a Stormscope system directly through your MFD or radar indicator (with RGC350), for mapping ALL lightning activity. eliminating the space and cost of an extra controller. With more than 60,000 systems sold over the past 35 years, Stormscope is the fastest and most reliable instrument for plotting lightning in real time. > Up to 200 nm range > Pilot selectable strike and cell modes > Display of airspace in 120 forward and 360 surrounding views > Heading stabilized when configured with compatible heading system > Stores lightning data on all ranges simultaneously > Strike rate indicator Stormscope model WX-500 integrated onto typical MFD > View lightning on multiple displays at the same time > View on dedicated page or overlaid on moving map DISPLAY OPTIONS Garmin G1000, G900, GTN Series, GNS400/500 Series, GMX-200 Select Radar Indicators (most Radar Indicators using the RGC-350) Avidyne FlightMax, Entegra, EX500/600, EX5000, MHD300 Apollo MX-20, UPSAT MX-20, Goodrich i-linc Cobham (Chelton) 3D Synthetic Vision EFIS OP Technologies Moving (Map) Terrain MFD CUMULUS STAGE MATURE STAGE DISSIPATING STAGE As the thunderstorm builds, (+) and (-) ions are separated by convective airflow. Lightning is the electrical discharge between these oppositely charged areas of the thunderstorm and is instantly mapped by Stormscope. Datalink weather displays radar images showing areas of precipitation. The cloud-to-ground lightning service available through datalink accounts for only 20% of all lightning activity and is presented in a delayed snapshot. Datalink and radar show the onset of heavy precipitation. Radar and datalink weather show precipitation only. There is no radar image yet as the storm is usually precipitation-free at this early stage. Stormscope plots real-time lightning - within the cloud, between clouds and cloud to ground. Datalink + Stormscope = The whole weather picture. -Heavy Rainfall Bendix King KMD-850, 550 Sandel ST3400, 3500, 4500 Aspen Avionics Evolution Series If you have questions about your display, please call an L-3 Avionics representative for an updated interface listing - Windshear - Turbulence - Hail Low Ceilings Low Visibility Icing Conditions - Microbursts - Squall Lines - Tornadoes - Cloud-to-Ground Lightning - Low Ceilings Stormscope aids in identifying a lightning-free route around precipitation. - Light Precipitation -Minimal Lightning Activity
Stormscope Brochure 2011_SS Brochure 2005 Layout.qxd 12/1/2011 1:37 PM Page 1 STORMSCOPE MODEL WX-500 Displaying lightning information at ranges of 25-200 nm, the The WX-500 lets you choose between strike and cell mode, Stormscope WX-500 is designed to interface with the most depending on your preference. By adding the Stormscope popular, new generation of multi-function displays. With the WX-500 to SkyWatch or SkyWatch HP systems, traffic and WX-500, you can view lightning information directly on your lightning information can be superimposed over datalink MFD either on a dedicated page or overlaid on the moving weather or radar returns (display dependent). The operating map. Even if your MFD already has datalink weather, nothing modes of Stormscope WX-500 and SkyWatch are controlled provides the accuracy and timeliness of a Stormscope system directly through your MFD or radar indicator (with RGC350), for mapping ALL lightning activity. eliminating the space and cost of an extra controller. With more than 60,000 systems sold over the past 35 years, Stormscope is the fastest and most reliable instrument for plotting lightning in real time. > Up to 200 nm range > Pilot selectable strike and cell modes > Display of airspace in 120 forward and 360 surrounding views > Heading stabilized when configured with compatible heading system > Stores lightning data on all ranges simultaneously > Strike rate indicator Stormscope model WX-500 integrated onto typical MFD > View lightning on multiple displays at the same time > View on dedicated page or overlaid on moving map DISPLAY OPTIONS Garmin G1000, G900, GTN Series, GNS400/500 Series, GMX-200 Select Radar Indicators (most Radar Indicators using the RGC-350) Avidyne FlightMax, Entegra, EX500/600, EX5000, MHD300 Apollo MX-20, UPSAT MX-20, Goodrich i-linc Cobham (Chelton) 3D Synthetic Vision EFIS OP Technologies Moving (Map) Terrain MFD CUMULUS STAGE MATURE STAGE DISSIPATING STAGE As the thunderstorm builds, (+) and (-) ions are separated by convective airflow. Lightning is the electrical discharge between these oppositely charged areas of the thunderstorm and is instantly mapped by Stormscope. Datalink weather displays radar images showing areas of precipitation. The cloud-to-ground lightning service available through datalink accounts for only 20% of all lightning activity and is presented in a delayed snapshot. Datalink and radar show the onset of heavy precipitation. Radar and datalink weather show precipitation only. There is no radar image yet as the storm is usually precipitation-free at this early stage. Stormscope plots real-time lightning - within the cloud, between clouds and cloud to ground. Datalink + Stormscope = The whole weather picture. -Heavy Rainfall Bendix King KMD-850, 550 Sandel ST3400, 3500, 4500 Aspen Avionics Evolution Series If you have questions about your display, please call an L-3 Avionics representative for an updated interface listing - Windshear - Turbulence - Hail Low Ceilings Low Visibility Icing Conditions - Microbursts - Squall Lines - Tornadoes - Cloud-to-Ground Lightning - Low Ceilings Stormscope aids in identifying a lightning-free route around precipitation. - Light Precipitation -Minimal Lightning Activity
STORMSCOPE MODEL WX-950 If you like a dedicated, always on display, the WX-950 is the Stormscope system for you. The WX-950 provides two modes of operation cell mode and strike mode. In cell mode, it detects lightning up to 200 nautical miles out and displays storm cell areas of greatest intensity. During periods of heavy electrical activity, cell mode clearly indicates if there is a path to safely avoid thunderstorms. In strike mode, the WX-950 detects and maps individual strikes, allowing you to monitor sporadic electrical activity that may indicate the beginnings of a storm. Ranges of 25, 50, 100 and 200 nm are available in 360 view or 120 forward looking view. > Operates in 25, 50, 100 and 200 nm ranges > Features pilot selectable strike and cell modes > Displays multiple views: 360 view of electrical activity in all directions forward looking 120 view > Uses a high resolution, 3-inch ATI display/processor for optimum image precision > Heading stabilized when configured with a compatible heading system STORMSCOPE MODEL WX-1000 SERIES Now you don t have to be a meteorologist to forecast the weather. Like all Stormscope systems, the WX-1000 Series provides early detection of storm cells, and displays lightning at ranges up to 200 nautical miles. Simply turn your system on and monitor thunderstorm activity even before you leave the ground. Pick four selectable ranges, two separate views, a built-in checklist, and a timer to keep track of your elapsed time on approach. The WX-1000E Series can be configured to display lightning on an EFIS or radar indicator. > 360 or 120 selectable view out to 200 nm range > Interfaces with the L-3 SkyWatch and SkyWatch HP Traffic Advisory Systems > Electrical discharge information acquired and stored on all ranges simultaneously > CLEAR function aids in determining whether storm cells are building or dissipating > Optional dedicated high resolution CRT display with adjustable brightness control > Six installer-programmable checklists > Recognized by the military as the AN/AMS-2 and carries national stock numbers (1,2) > Heading stabilized when configured with a compatible heading system (1,2) > Uses an RS232 or RS422 input from a compatible Loran/GPS (2) > Available with ARINC 429 EFIS output (2) > Creates Loran/GPS-generated Course Deviation Indicator (CDI) (2) (1) Model WX-1000+ features (2) Model WX-1000E features Stormscope WX-1000E with optional 429 EFIS output
SKYWATCH COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEMS When you combine the SkyWatch or SkyWatch HP collision avoidance systems with your Stormscope system, you can monitor both thunderstorm activity and traffic threats that surround your aircraft all on the same display. Designed to meet the needs of today's cockpits and those of the future, SkyWatch and SkyWatch HP are the ideal match for Stormscope to give you a clear view ahead. SKYWATCH WITH STORMSCOPE WX-1000+ When combining the SkyWatch or SkyWatch HP Traffic Avoidance Systems with a Stormscope WX-1000+, pilots have the ability to monitor both thunderstorm activity and traffic threats, all on the same bright and compact 3" CRT display. The WX-1000+ automatically displays SkyWatch information when a Traffic Advisory (TA) is present, reverting back to Stormscope mode when the TA is no longer a threat. Pilots can also toggle between lightning and traffic information through the use of a panel mounted switch. Additionally, the WX-1000E 429 EFIS matched with the SkyWatch HP system allows pilots to view lightning and traffic information on select ARINC 429 EFIS displays. SkyWatch HP displayed on the WX-1000 Display SKYWATCH WITH STORMSCOPE WX-500 SkyWatch and Stormscope WX-500 information overlaid on typical MFD Using your Stormscope WX-500 to display lightning on an MFD or Radar Indicator? Adding SkyWatch or SkyWatch HP to your system enables traffic to be displayed simultaneously on these displays. The range and operating modes of the SkyWatch and Stormscope WX-500 systems are controlled directly through the MFD or radar indicator controller (using the RGC350). View traffic and lightning overlaid on the MFD s moving map or on a dedicated page. Both SkyWatch and Stormscope information can be superimposed over the precipitation returns displayed on your compatible weather radar indicator.
SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS DISPLAY WX-500 WX-950 (a standard 3ATI instrument) 3.37" (8.6 cm) high 3.37" (8.6 cm) wide 11.46" (29.11 cm) deep including connector backshell WX-1000 Series II 3.37" (8.6 cm) high 3.37" (8.6 cm) wide 8.25" (21 cm) deep ANTENNA 1.00" (2.54 cm) high 3.5" (8.76 cm) wide 6.9" (17.40 cm) long 1.00" (2.54 cm) high 3.5" (8.76 cm) wide 6.9" (17.40 cm) long 1.13" (2.9 cm) high 4.49" (11.4 cm) wide 10.06" (25.6 cm) long PROCESSOR 5.6" (14.22 cm) high 2.2" (5.59 cm) wide 12" (30.48 cm) deep (including mounting tray and pull handle) 3.38" (8.6 cm) high 4.88" (12.4 cm) wide 12.67" (32.2 cm) long WEIGHT PROCESSOR DISPLAY 2.5 lbs (1.13 kg) (including mounting tray) 2.9 lbs (1.3 kg) 6.67 lbs (3.02 kg) (including mounting tray) 2.28 lbs (1.03 kg) ANTENNA 0.84 lbs (0.38 kg) (without doubler) 0.84 lbs (0.38 kg) (without doubler) 2.00 lbs (.91 kg) (with doubler) ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Input Voltage: 11 to 32 VDC Current: 0.82 A (maximum) @ 12 VDC 0.38 A (maximum) @ 28 VDC Input Voltage: 11 to 32 VDC Current: 2.0 A ±0.5 A @ 12 VDC 0.8 A ±0.25 A @ 28 VDC Input Voltage: 10.5 to 32 VDC Power Consumption: 28 WATTS Gyro excitation (400 Hz): 5-50 VOLTS-pk SPECIFICATION COMPLIANCE Complies with FAA TSO C110A JTSO Approved Complies with FAA TSO C110A Various foreign approvals Complies with FAA TSO C110A Various foreign approvals ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS Remote Processor: -55 to +70 C (-67 to +158 F) Display/Processor: -20 to +55 C (-4 to +131 F) 35,000 feet MSL maximum Processor: -55 C (min), +70 C (max) Display: -20 C (min), +55 C (max) Antenna: -55 to +70 C (-67 to +158 F) Antenna: -55 to +70 C (-67 to +158 F) Antenna: -55 C (min), +70 C (max) Operational Altitude: 5353 52nd Street, S.E. Grand Rapids, MI 49512 Telephone: 616.949.6600 FAX: 616.285.4224 1.800.253.9525 www.l-3avionics.com This brochure consists of L-3 Avionics Systems Inc., general capabilities information that does not contain controlled technical data as defined within the International Traffic in Arms (ITAR) Part 120.10 or Export Administration Regulations (EAR) Part 734.7-11.