Rugged Small Displays

Barco offers a complete series of rugged large format display solutions, ranging from 17” to 28”, with a variety of electronic, optical, environmental and video processing features and options. Flexible designs allow for easy adaptation to most customer requests. Target application platforms include fixed and rotary winged aircraft, surface ships, submarines, ground vehicles and mobile shelters.

Modular rugged flat displays

The MRFD range combines a Display Module (DM) with a Display Control Module (DCM), connected by a single cable, the Barco Intermodule Link (BIL). Thanks to this split design concept, the DCM can be placed in a remote location requiring less space. To provide a single LRU installation, the DCM can also be attached to the DM. A specific airborne version of several MRFD products has been designed to cope with the most extreme airborne environments.

Main Features:

• LCD Display Modules from 17” to 24”
• Resolution from SXGA to WUXGA
• Unique front LCD bonding for superior optical characteristics and protection against extreme environmental conditions
• No image artifacts thanks to APA technology
• On board video mixing

Available options:

• LCD Flicker Compensation

Available products

MRFD 243
17" Modular Rugged Flat Display (1280 x 1024)

For demanding defense applications that require graphics, video and other RGB data on a single display, Barco has designed its family of Modular Rugged Flat Displays (MRFD).

The MRFD range combines a Display Module (DM) with a Display Control Module (DCM), connected by a single cable, the Barco Intermodule Link (BIL). Thanks to this split design concept, the DCM can be placed in a remote location requiring less console space. To provide a single LRU installation, the DCM can also be attached to the DM.

Barco’s MRFD 243 features a 17” rugged LCD with a resolution of 1280 x 1024 which interfaces to the DCM, which can be configured to meet your specific application requirements (e.g. multiple analog or digital video inputs). The mixing functionality incorporated in the MRFD, results in a total, low-cost solution for image overlay and mixing, with no need for separate video mixing cards to be installed at the host computer. The MRFD also features BIT, which assists users in fault isolation.

DM - Display Module:
The MRFD’s Displays Module (DM) displays camera images, radar data and graphics, which are digitally mixed by the DCM. All DM's are completely enclosed and have front filters bonded to the LCD for improved optical performance and superior ruggedization. The DM can be equipped with Barco's unique patented LCD Flicker Compensation solution (LFC).

DCM - Display Control Module:
The DCM, a modular electronics box, provides the interface with the user's hardware and the DM. The board slots of the DCM (available are 2, 4 and 6 slot) are configured to suit each customer's requirements. The basic, lowest cost configuration consists of a Power Supply Board and the Signal Interface Board. By selecting additional functional boards (i.e digital, analog or camera input boards), users can define a configuration that meets their specific requirements

Main Features:

• Maximum four inputs (up to three simultaneously displayed) from:
  Ø Up to (2) analog (RGB) inputs
  Ø Up to (2) digital (DVI) inputs
  Ø Up to (2) video inputs (NTSC, PAL, RGB, ...)
• LCD Display Modules from 17" to 24"
• Resolution from SXGA to WUXGA
• On board video mixing
• Optional LCD flicker Compensation
• Front bonded LCD Display Modules
• Two levels of ruggedization (MRFD features extended environmental specifications in comparison with MFD)
• Fully enclosed modules

DCM Functional Boards:

• The Power Supply Board (PSB) accepts either AC or DC voltages
  
• The Interface Mother board (IMB) processes the serial communication commands; mixes graphics and video from the RGB input and image input boards; and provides digital output to the DM. If standard display functionality is needed, customers can opt for a dual-slot Display Control Module, in which the IMB is replaced by a Signal Input Board (SIB) that accepts RGB input
  
• Both the Digital Input Board (DIB) and Analog Input Board (AIB) accept RGB inputs. The DCM can have maximum two of these boards
  
• The Image Input Board (IIB) is an image processing board for video (and graphics) mixing. It accepts video or RGB inputs up to 1K x 1K. The DCM can have a maximum of two image input boards and up to two windows can be simultaneously displayed on top of the primary image. These windows can be sized or moved anywhere on the screen.

MRFD 248
19" Modular Rugged Flat Display (1280 x 1024)

For demanding defense applications that require graphics, video and other RGB data on a single display, Barco has designed its family of Modular Rugged Flat Displays (MRFD).

The MRFD range combines a Display Module (DM) with a Display Control Module (DCM), connected by a single cable, the Barco Intermodule Link (BIL). Thanks to this split design concept, the DCM can be placed in a remote location requiring less console space. To provide a single LRU installation, the DCM can also be attached to the DM.

Barco’s MRFD 248 features a 19” rugged LCD with a resolution of 1280 x 1024 which interfaces to the DCM. This DCM can be configured to meet your specific application requirements (e.g. multiple analog or digital video inputs). The mixing functionality incorporated in the MRFD, results in a total, low-cost solution for image overlay and mixing, with no need for separate video mixing cards to be installed at the host computer. The MRFD also features BIT, which assists users in fault isolation.

DM - Display Module:
The MRFD’s Displays Module (DM) displays camera images, radar data and graphics, which are digitally mixed by the DCM. All DM's are completely enclosed and have front filters bonded to the LCD for improved optical performance and superior ruggedization. The DM can be equipped with Barco's unique patented LCD Flicker Compensation solution (LFC).

DCM - Display Control Module:
The DCM, a modular electronics box, provides the interface with the user's hardware and the DM. The board slots of the DCM (available are 2, 4 and 6 slot) are configured to suit each customer's requirements. The basic, lowest cost configuration consists of a Power Supply Board and the Signal Interface Board. By selecting additional functional boards (i.e digital, analog or camera input boards), users can define a configuration that meets their specific requirements

Main Features:

• Maximum four inputs (up to three simultaneously displayed) from:
  Ø Up to (2) analog (RGB) inputs
  Ø Up to (2) digital (DVI) inputs
  Ø Up to (2) video inputs (NTSC, PAL, RGB, ...)
• LCD Display Modules from 17" to 24"
• Resolution from SXGA to WUXGA
• On board video mixing
• Optional LCD flicker Compensation
• Front bonded LCD Display Modules
• Two levels of ruggedization (MRFD features extended environmental specifications in comparison with MFD)
• Fully enclosed modules

DCM Functional Boards:

• The Power Supply Board (PSB) accepts either AC or DC voltages
  
• The Interface Mother board (IMB) processes the serial communication commands; mixes graphics and video from the RGB input and image input boards; and provides digital output to the DM. If standard display functionality is needed, customers can opt for a dual-slot Display Control Module, in which the IMB is replaced by a Signal Input Board (SIB) that accepts RGB input
  
• Both the Digital Input Board (DIB) and Analog Input Board (AIB) accept RGB inputs. The DCM can have maximum two of these boards
  
• The Image Input Board (IIB) is an image processing board for video (and graphics) mixing. It accepts video or RGB inputs up to 1K x 1K. The DCM can have a maximum of two image input boards and up to two windows can be simultaneously displayed on top of the primary image. These windows can be sized or moved anywhere on the screen.

MRFD 248HB
19“ High-Bright Rugged display

Barco's MRFD 248HB is a 19" High-Bright flat panel display, specifically developed for operation in demanding high ambient light conditions.

The MRFD 248HB is fully qualified for use in the harshest military environments, including rotary wing platforms. It can be equipped with an advanced NVIS option, designed to provide operators with a night vision goggle compatible display solution for dark night conditions.

Smart, modular architecture
The MRFD 248HB is a member of the MRFD family, combining a Rugged Display Module (RDM) with a high-performance Display Control Module (DCM), connected by a single cable, the Barco Intermodule Link (BIL). Thanks to this split design concept, the DCM can be placed in a remote location requiring less console space. To provide a single LRU installation, the DCM can also be attached to the DM.

High-bright rugged display
The MRFD 248HB features a sunlight-readable LCD with a resolution of 1280 x 1024, offering exceptional performance in high ambient light conditions. A front bonded optical stack ensures optimum optical performance at all times and offers a truly rugged, condensation-free visualization solution under all conditions. Moreover, the Rugged Display Module feature Automatic Phase Adjust (APA) technology, offering clear and sharp images over time. Optionally, the display can be equipped with Barco’s unique, patented LCD Flicker Compensation solution (LFC), guaranteeing flicker-free images (e.g. Sonar applications,...) at all times.

Powerful, user-configurable Display Control Module
The integrated Display Control Module (DCM) can be configured to meet specific application requirements (e.g. multiple analog or digital video inputs, direct camera input). The mixing functionality incorporated in the MRFD 248HB, results in a total solution for image overlay and mixing, with no need for separate video mixing cards to be installed at the host computer. The MRFD 248HB also features BIT (Built-in Test) functionality, which assists users in fault detection.

Main features:

• High-Bright sunlight readable LCD
• Bonded optical stack for superior ruggedization and elimination of condensation problems
• Automatic Phase Adjust (APA) technology
• Optimized backlight performance and dimming curve
• On-Screen Display (OSD) for adjusting display settings
• Multiple analog or digital video inputs
• Low life cycle costs
• Maximum four inputs (up to three simultaneously displayed) from:
  Ø Up to (2) analog (RGB) inputs
  Ø Up to (2) digital (DVI) inputs
  Ø Up to (2) video inputs (NTSC, PAL, RGB, ...)
• On board video mixing
• Optional LCD Flicker Compensation solution (LFC)
• Optional night vision goggle compatible

Brochures:

MRFD248 High Bright leaflet
MRFD Family brochure

MRFD 251
20” Modular Rugged Flat Display (1280 x 1024)

For demanding defense applications that require graphics, video and other RGB data on a single display, Barco has designed its family of Modular Rugged Flat Displays (MRFD).

The MRFD range combines a Display Module (DM) with a Display Control Module (DCM), connected by a single cable, the Barco Intermodule Link (BIL). Thanks to this split design concept, the DCM can be placed in a remote location requiring less console space. To provide a single LRU installation, the DCM can also be attached to the DM.

Barco’s MRFD 251 features a 20” rugged LCD with a resolution of 1280 x 1024 which interfaces to the DCM. This DCM can be configured to meet your specific application requirements (e.g. multiple analog or digital video inputs). The mixing functionality incorporated in the MRFD, results in a total, low-cost solution for image overlay and mixing, with no need for separate video mixing cards to be installed at the host computer. The MRFD also features BIT, which assists users in fault isolation.

DM - Display Module:
The MRFD’s Displays Module (DM) displays camera images, radar data and graphics, which are digitally mixed by the DCM. All DM's are completely enclosed and have front filters bonded to the LCD for improved optical performance and superior ruggedization. The DM can be equipped with Barco's unique patented LCD Flicker Compensation solution (LFC).

DCM - Display Control Module:
The DCM, a modular electronics box, provides the interface with the user's hardware and the DM. The board slots of the DCM (available are 2, 4 and 6 slot) are configured to suit each customer's requirements. The basic, lowest cost configuration consists of a Power Supply Board and the Signal Interface Board. By selecting additional functional boards (i.e digital, analog or camera input boards), users can define a configuration that meets their specific requirements

Main Features:

• Maximum four inputs (up to three simultaneously displayed) from:
  Ø Up to (2) analog (RGB) inputs
  Ø Up to (2) digital (DVI) inputs
  Ø Up to (2) video inputs (NTSC, PAL, RGB, ...)
• LCD Display Modules from 17" to 24"
• Resolution from SXGA to WUXGA
• On board video mixing
• Optional LCD flicker Compensation
• Front bonded LCD Display Modules
• Two levels of ruggedization (MRFD features extended environmental specifications in comparison with MFD)
• Fully enclosed modules

DCM Functional Boards:

• The Power Supply Board (PSB) accepts either AC or DC voltages
  
• The Interface Mother board (IMB) processes the serial communication commands; mixes graphics and video from the RGB input and image input boards; and provides digital output to the DM. If standard display functionality is needed, customers can opt for a dual-slot Display Control Module, in which the IMB is replaced by a Signal Input Board (SIB) that accepts RGB input
  
• Both the Digital Input Board (DIB) and Analog Input Board (AIB) accept RGB inputs. The DCM can have maximum two of these boards
  
• The Image Input Board (IIB) is an image processing board for video (and graphics) mixing. It accepts video or RGB inputs up to 1K x 1K. The DCM can have a maximum of two image input boards and up to two windows can be simultaneously displayed on top of the primary image. These windows can be sized or moved anywhere on the screen.

Brochures:

MRFD Family brochure

MRFD 351
20" Modular Rugged Flat Display (1600 x 1200)

For demanding defense applications that require graphics, video and other RGB data on a single display, Barco has designed its family of Modular Rugged Flat Displays (MRFD).

The MRFD range combines a Display Module (DM) with a Display Control Module (DCM), connected by a single cable, the Barco Intermodule Link (BIL). Thanks to this split design concept, the DCM can be placed in a remote location requiring less console space. To provide a single LRU installation, the DCM can also be attached to the DM.

Barco’s MRFD 351 features a 20.1” rugged LCD with a resolution of 1600 x 1200 which interfaces to the DCM, which can be configured to meet your specific application requirements (e.g. multiple analog or digital video inputs). The mixing functionality incorporated in the MRFD, results in a total, low-cost solution for image overlay and mixing, with no need for separate video mixing cards to be installed at the host computer. The MRFD also features BIT, which assists users in fault isolation.

DM - Display Module:
The MRFD’s Display Module (DM) displays camera images, radar data and graphics, which are digitally mixed by the DCM. All DM's are completely enclosed and have front filters bonded to the LCD for improved optical performance and superior ruggedization. The DM can be equipped with Barco's unique patented LCD Flicker Compensation solution (LFC).

DCM - Display Control Module:
The DCM, a modular electronics box, provides the interface with the user's hardware and the DM. The board slots of the DCM (available are 2, 4 and 6 slot) are configured to suit each customer's requirements. The basic, lowest cost configuration consists of a Power Supply Board and the Signal Interface Board. By selecting additional functional boards (i.e digital, analog or camera input boards), users can define a configuration that meets their specific requirements

Main Features:

• Maximum four inputs (up to three simultaneously displayed) from:
  Ø Up to (2) analog (RGB) inputs
  Ø Up to (2) digital (DVI) inputs
  Ø Up to (2) video inputs (NTSC, PAL, RGB, ...)
• LCD Display Modules from 17" to 24"
• Resolution from SXGA to WUXGA
• On board video mixing
• Optional LCD flicker Compensation
• Front bonded LCD Display Modules
• Two levels of ruggedization (MRFD features extended environmental specifications in comparison with MFD)
• Fully enclosed modules

DCM Functional Boards:

• The Power Supply Board (PSB) accepts either AC or DC voltages
  
• The Interface Mother board (IMB) processes the serial communication commands; mixes graphics and video from the RGB input and image input boards; and provides digital output to the DM. If standard display functionality is needed, customers can opt for a dual-slot Display Control Module, in which the IMB is replaced by a Signal Input Board (SIB) that accepts RGB input
  
• Both the Digital Input Board (DIB) and Analog Input Board (AIB) accept RGB inputs. The DCM can have maximum two of these boards
  
• The Image Input Board (IIB) is an image processing board for video (and graphics) mixing. It accepts video or RGB inputs up to 1K x 1K. The DCM can have a maximum of two image input boards and up to two windows can be simultaneously displayed on top of the primary image. These windows can be sized or moved anywhere on the screen.

MRFD 354
21" Modular Rugged Flat Display (1600 x 1200)

For demanding defense applications that require graphics, video and other RGB data on a single display, Barco has designed its family of Modular Rugged Flat Displays (MRFD).

The MRFD range combines a Display Module (DM) with a Display Control Module (DCM), connected by a single cable, the Barco Intermodule Link (BIL). Thanks to this split design concept, the DCM can be placed in a remote location requiring less console space. To provide a single LRU installation, the DCM can also be attached to the DM.

Barco’s MRFD 354 features a 21.1” rugged LCD with a resolution of 1600 x 1200 which interfaces to the DCM, which can be configured to meet your specific application requirements (e.g. multiple analog or digital video inputs). The mixing functionality incorporated in the MRFD, results in a total, low-cost solution for image overlay and mixing, with no need for separate video mixing cards to be installed at the host computer. The MRFD also features BIT, which assists users in fault isolation.

DM - Display Module:
The MRFD’s Displays Module (DM) displays camera images, radar data and graphics, which are digitally mixed by the DCM. All DM's are completely enclosed and have front filters bonded to the LCD for improved optical performance and superior ruggedization. The DM can be equipped with Barco's unique patented LCD Flicker Compensation solution (LFC).

DCM - Display Control Module:
The DCM, a modular electronics box, provides the interface with the user's hardware and the DM. The board slots of the DCM (available are 2, 4 and 6 slot) are configured to suit each customer's requirements. The basic, lowest cost configuration consists of a Power Supply Board and the Signal Interface Board. By selecting additional functional boards (i.e digital, analog or camera input boards), users can define a configuration that meets their specific requirements

Main Features:

• Maximum four inputs (up to three simultaneously displayed) from:
  Ø Up to (2) analog (RGB) inputs
  Ø Up to (2) digital (DVI) inputs
  Ø Up to (2) video inputs (NTSC, PAL, RGB, ...)
• LCD Display Modules from 17" to 24"
• Resolution from SXGA to WUXGA
• On board video mixing
• Optional LCD flicker Compensation
• Front bonded LCD Display Modules
• Two levels of ruggedization (MRFD features extended environmental specifications in comparison with MFD)
• Fully enclosed modules

DCM Functional Boards:

• The Power Supply Board (PSB) accepts either AC or DC voltages
  
• The Interface Mother board (IMB) processes the serial communication commands; mixes graphics and video from the RGB input and image input boards; and provides digital output to the DM. If standard display functionality is needed, customers can opt for a dual-slot Display Control Module, in which the IMB is replaced by a Signal Input Board (SIB) that accepts RGB input
  
• Both the Digital Input Board (DIB) and Analog Input Board (AIB) accept RGB inputs. The DCM can have maximum two of these boards
  
• The Image Input Board (IIB) is an image processing board for video (and graphics) mixing. It accepts video or RGB inputs up to 1K x 1K. The DCM can have a maximum of two image input boards and up to two windows can be simultaneously displayed on top of the primary image. These windows can be sized or moved anywhere on the screen.

MRFD 361
24" Modular Rugged Flat Display (1920 x 1200)

For demanding defense applications that require graphics, video and other RGB data on a single display, Barco has designed its family of Modular Rugged Flat Displays (MRFD).

The MRFD range combines a Display Module (DM) with a Display Control Module (DCM), connected by a single cable, the Barco Intermodule Link (BIL). Thanks to this split design concept, the DCM can be placed in a remote location requiring less console space. To provide a single LRU installation, the DCM can also be attached to the DM.

Barco’s MRFD 361 features a 24” rugged LCD with a resolution of 1920 x 1200 which interfaces to the DCM, which can be configured to meet your specific application requirements (e.g. multiple analog or digital video inputs). The mixing functionality incorporated in the MRFD, results in a total, low-cost solution for image overlay and mixing, with no need for separate video mixing cards to be installed at the host computer. The MRFD also features BIT, which assists users in fault isolation.

DM - Display Module:
The MRFD’s Displays Module (DM) displays camera images, radar data and graphics, which are digitally mixed by the DCM. All DM's are completely enclosed and have front filters bonded to the LCD for improved optical performance and superior ruggedization. The DM can be equipped with Barco's unique patented LCD Flicker Compensation solution (LFC).

DCM - Display Control Module:
The DCM, a modular electronics box, provides the interface with the user's hardware and the DM. The board slots of the DCM (available are 2, 4 and 6 slot) are configured to suit each customer's requirements. The basic, lowest cost configuration consists of a Power Supply Board and the Signal Interface Board. By selecting additional functional boards (i.e digital, analog or camera input boards), users can define a configuration that meets their specific requirements

Main Features:

• Maximum four inputs (up to three simultaneously displayed) from:
  Ø Up to (2) analog (RGB) inputs
  Ø Up to (2) digital (DVI) inputs
  Ø Up to (2) video inputs (NTSC, PAL, RGB, ...)
• LCD Display Modules from 17" to 24"
• Resolution from SXGA to WUXGA
• On board video mixing
• Optional LCD flicker Compensation
• Front bonded LCD Display Modules
• Two levels of ruggedization (MRFD features extended environmental specifications in comparison with MFD)
• Fully enclosed modules

DCM Functional Boards:

• The Power Supply Board (PSB) accepts either AC or DC voltages
  
• The Interface Mother board (IMB) processes the serial communication commands; mixes graphics and video from the RGB input and image input boards; and provides digital output to the DM. If standard display functionality is needed, customers can opt for a dual-slot Display Control Module, in which the IMB is replaced by a Signal Input Board (SIB) that accepts RGB input
  
• Both the Digital Input Board (DIB) and Analog Input Board (AIB) accept RGB inputs. The DCM can have maximum two of these boards
  
• The Image Input Board (IIB) is an image processing board for video (and graphics) mixing. It accepts video or RGB inputs up to 1K x 1K. The DCM can have a maximum of two image input boards and up to two windows can be simultaneously displayed on top of the primary image. These windows can be sized or moved anywhere on the screen.

Brochures:

MRFD Family brochure