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Kelly McMullen
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 Posted: Wed Mar 23, 2011 4:12 pm Post subject: PS Engineering unveils audio panel + remote com radio |
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Here's a picture of it:
http://www.ps-engineering.com/PAR100EX.shtml
PS Engineering announced this new product this week. Cut and pasting from
the company's website:
Another Revolution in Audio Panels PAR100EX Brings Com Radio to your Finger
Tips!
PS Engineering takes communications in a new direction - OUT of the cockpit!
Reno, Nevada. For over a quarter century, PS Engineering, Inc.R has been
known as a premier innovator of intercommunications for crew and passengers.
Today, the company is adding a new dimension to their communications vision,
a 760-channel, VHF communication radio fully integrated with the audio
control panel.
The PAR100EX system combines an audio control panel, audiophile stereo
intercom with IntelliVoxR, BluetoothR connectivity, and a remote mounted VHF
aviation communications transceiver. Never before has there been so much
communication capability controlled with such a small footprint.
"For years, people have been asking us, "Why doesn't PS Engineering make
radios?" explained company founder Mark Scheuer, "because we are so deeply
focused exploiting every type of audio technology available, developing a
radio would only be a distraction. But now that we have a great core of
audio technologies, it is time to invest into radio technology. After all,
since 1972 when I received my Amateur Radio license, I have always been
fascinated with radio, now it's time to put it into our company's product
line."
PS Engineering, Inc. is always looking for ways to improve flying and
delight their fans, so they partnered with radio expert Microair and
integrated an important piece of avionics, with an advanced audio panel
system. By working with an established radio manufacturer, PS Engineering's
customers will benefit from their individual talents. This system will save
cockpit space, weight, provide the most sought after functionality, and save
money over the stand-alone independent systems.
"Microair is excited about partnering with PS Engineering," said Microair's
President, Phil Ainsworth, "We are looking forward to getting into more
airplanes with the PAR100EX, and the combination of our expertise will
change the way experimental and LSA aircraft avionics panels will be
created." The PAR100EX's low price makes it attractive for the Experimental
and Light Sport aviation market (the unit will be FCC approved but not hold
FAA Approval for airplanes certified under standard airworthiness), and the
elimination of one panel mounted radio saves panel space.
According to the Senior Design Engineer, Eduardo Lopez-Gil, "Seamless
integration between the audio panel and the radio was the primary goal in
this integration, for the best user experience possible, with minimal panel
space. The KISS principle was practiced all during the development of the
audio panel." The right half of the PAR100EX is dedicated to the comm.
radio, with an easy to read LCD display that shows the frequencies, which
are controlled through a concentric knob. This radio has active and standby
frequencies, and a standby frequency monitor mode.
The left half has all of the audio panel controls for radio selection,
intercom and music volume, intercom mode, and PS Engineering's multiple
music mute mode control. The functions of the PAR100EX are electrically
independent, including the power supply, so even in fail safe on the audio
panel, the VHF radio can still be used.
The PAR100EX can be configured as stand alone, as COM 2, or as COM 1. The
system can be a primary VHF Com, and the second radio could be a tactical or
business radio, ideal for ALE, game management, fish spotters, etc.
An integrated BluetoothR system allows the PAR100EX to interface with
cellular telephones, giving the aircraft occupants ready access to their
telephones. In addition, the BluetoothR will stream music from compatible
devices like iPads, and smart phones.
The list price of the PAR100EX, including the VHF com radio is $2,595, and
deliveries will start in the second quarter of 2011.
About Microair Pty Ltd: Microair remains committed to producing cost
effective products. We feel that with the technologies available today, the
price of modern avionics should come down. We listen to pilots, to
understand their needs and situation. This feedback influences our designs
for future products. We mean it when we say "designed by pilots for pilots."
Microair Avionics Pty Ltd * P.O Box 5532, Bundaberg * West QLD 4670
Australia Phone International +61 7 41553048 *Fax International +61 7
41553049 www.microair.com.au
About PS Engineering: Founded in 1985, PS Engineering has become a leading
manufacturer of general aviation intercoms and audio control systems. The
company's sole corporate focus is excellence in the design and manufacture
of avionics systems for General Aviation Aircraft. PS Engineering Inc. R is
credited for many innovations in the field, including IntelliVoxR,
SoftmuteT, Karaoke ModeT, Split modeT, Swap ModeT, and the IRST(Internal
Recording System). With a network of over 600 authorized dealer/installers
worldwide, the company is a leader in retrofit avionics as well as a
supplier to other major avionics manufacturers for their audio panel
requirements. www.ps-engineering.com
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Gary Picou
PS Engineering, Inc.
9800 Martel Road
Lenoir City, TN 37772
Phone (865) 988-9800 - FAX (865) 988-6619
E-mail: gpicou(at)ps-engineering.com
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| Posted: Wed Mar 23, 2011 4:43 pm Post subject: PS Engineering unveils audio panel + remote com radio |
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That is a nice way to go in a tight RV8 panel. PAR100EX a 530W  and
a transponder. Done.
Sent from my iPad2.
On Mar 23, 2011, at 5:18 PM, Kelly McMullen <apilot2(at)gmail.com> wrote:
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Here's a picture of it:
http://www.ps-engineering.com/PAR100EX.shtml
PS Engineering announced this new product this week. Cut and pasting from
the company's website:
Another Revolution in Audio Panels PAR100EX Brings Com Radio to your Finger
Tips!
PS Engineering takes communications in a new direction - OUT of the cockpit!
Reno, Nevada. For over a quarter century, PS Engineering, Inc.R has been
known as a premier innovator of intercommunications for crew and passengers.
Today, the company is adding a new dimension to their communications vision,
a 760-channel, VHF communication radio fully integrated with the audio
control panel.
The PAR100EX system combines an audio control panel, audiophile stereo
intercom with IntelliVoxR, BluetoothR connectivity, and a remote mounted VHF
aviation communications transceiver. Never before has there been so much
communication capability controlled with such a small footprint.
"For years, people have been asking us, "Why doesn't PS Engineering make
radios?" explained company founder Mark Scheuer, "because we are so deeply
focused exploiting every type of audio technology available, developing a
radio would only be a distraction. But now that we have a great core of
audio technologies, it is time to invest into radio technology. After all,
since 1972 when I received my Amateur Radio license, I have always been
fascinated with radio, now it's time to put it into our company's product
line."
PS Engineering, Inc. is always looking for ways to improve flying and
delight their fans, so they partnered with radio expert Microair and
integrated an important piece of avionics, with an advanced audio panel
system. By working with an established radio manufacturer, PS Engineering's
customers will benefit from their individual talents. This system will save
cockpit space, weight, provide the most sought after functionality, and save
money over the stand-alone independent systems.
"Microair is excited about partnering with PS Engineering," said Microair's
President, Phil Ainsworth, "We are looking forward to getting into more
airplanes with the PAR100EX, and the combination of our expertise will
change the way experimental and LSA aircraft avionics panels will be
created." The PAR100EX's low price makes it attractive for the Experimental
and Light Sport aviation market (the unit will be FCC approved but not hold
FAA Approval for airplanes certified under standard airworthiness), and the
elimination of one panel mounted radio saves panel space.
According to the Senior Design Engineer, Eduardo Lopez-Gil, "Seamless
integration between the audio panel and the radio was the primary goal in
this integration, for the best user experience possible, with minimal panel
space. The KISS principle was practiced all during the development of the
audio panel." The right half of the PAR100EX is dedicated to the comm.
radio, with an easy to read LCD display that shows the frequencies, which
are controlled through a concentric knob. This radio has active and standby
frequencies, and a standby frequency monitor mode.
The left half has all of the audio panel controls for radio selection,
intercom and music volume, intercom mode, and PS Engineering's multiple
music mute mode control. The functions of the PAR100EX are electrically
independent, including the power supply, so even in fail safe on the audio
panel, the VHF radio can still be used.
The PAR100EX can be configured as stand alone, as COM 2, or as COM 1. The
system can be a primary VHF Com, and the second radio could be a tactical or
business radio, ideal for ALE, game management, fish spotters, etc.
An integrated BluetoothR system allows the PAR100EX to interface with
cellular telephones, giving the aircraft occupants ready access to their
telephones. In addition, the BluetoothR will stream music from compatible
devices like iPads, and smart phones.
The list price of the PAR100EX, including the VHF com radio is $2,595, and
deliveries will start in the second quarter of 2011.
About Microair Pty Ltd: Microair remains committed to producing cost
effective products. We feel that with the technologies available today, the
price of modern avionics should come down. We listen to pilots, to
understand their needs and situation. This feedback influences our designs
for future products. We mean it when we say "designed by pilots for pilots."
Microair Avionics Pty Ltd * P.O Box 5532, Bundaberg * West QLD 4670
Australia Phone International +61 7 41553048 *Fax International +61 7
41553049 www.microair.com.au
About PS Engineering: Founded in 1985, PS Engineering has become a leading
manufacturer of general aviation intercoms and audio control systems. The
company's sole corporate focus is excellence in the design and manufacture
of avionics systems for General Aviation Aircraft. PS Engineering Inc. R is
credited for many innovations in the field, including IntelliVoxR,
SoftmuteT, Karaoke ModeT, Split modeT, Swap ModeT, and the IRST(Internal
Recording System). With a network of over 600 authorized dealer/installers
worldwide, the company is a leader in retrofit avionics as well as a
supplier to other major avionics manufacturers for their audio panel
requirements. www.ps-engineering.com
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Gary Picou
PS Engineering, Inc.
9800 Martel Road
Lenoir City, TN 37772
Phone (865) 988-9800 - FAX (865) 988-6619
E-mail: gpicou(at)ps-engineering.com
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