The TCAS 3000 Surveillance Processor (SP) is based on ACSS’s very successful TCAS 2000 with more than 10,000 units delivered and proven reliability. The new system gives customers the option of adding certified ADS-B In (Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast) capability combined with ACSS’s industry leading Traffic alert and Collision Avoidance System technology. The TCAS 3000SP delivers enhancements in reliability and computing power to handle the most demanding applications, including the eventual implementation of Change 7.1 and Airborne Separation Assurance System (ASAS) upgrades.

Software-only upgrades can be made to add ADS-B In functions such as Surface Area Movement Management (SAMM), Merging & Spacing, CDTI AssistedVisual Separation (CAVS), and Cockpit Display of Traffic Information (CDTI), which are all part of ACSS’s SafeRoute suite of ADS-B applications.The new system provides pilots with the highest bearing determination accuracy (2° rms vs. 9° TSO specification) and extended range surveillance (up to 80 nm active, 100+ nm passive) available. Enhanced Air Traffic Control Radar Beacon System (ATCRBS) range, altitude and bearing-tracker algorithms were developed by ACSS to provide greater than 99% track probabilities, while reducing false tracks to less than 0.5% (60% better than recommended by the FAA Advisory Circular No. 20-131B).

The TCAS 3000SP is completely backward compatible with the TCAS 2000,  and provides appreciable operating cost savings through its reduced weight and power dissipation. Other features include an internal data recorder with external PC-based data analysis tool, maintenance aurals, and the ability to perform easy on-board software uploads using a built-in compact flash port.

	Technical Specifications ACSS Surveillance Processor Part Number (6 MCU 28V & 115V): 9003000-10001 (4 MCU 28V only): 9003000-55001 (4 MCU 28V & 115V): 9003000-65001 Physical Size Dimensions 4 or 6 MCU Weight 13.85 (6.28 kg) (4 MCU 28Vdc Only) 15.35 (6.97 kg) (4 MCU 115 VAC & 28 Vdc) 16.08 (7.30 kg) (6 MCU 114 VAC & 28 Vdc) Mounting ARINC 600 6 OR 4 MCU Mount Cooling No forced air required for 4 MCU (internal fan) Per ARINC 600/404 for 6 MCU Certification Environmental Specifications DO-160C TSO C119b Software DO-178B Level B ADS-B Capability RTCA/DO-260A 1090 MOPS extended range operations ADS-B Receiver Availability > 95% Operating Altitude Sea Level to 55,000 feet Operating Temperature -55 to 70 degrees C Storage Temperature -55 to 85 degrees C Power 28 V DC or 115 VAC Power Consumption Nominal power consumption 65 watts Maintenance Supports OEM Maintenance Computer Interfaces Portable Data Loader ARINC 615 TCAS 3000SP Suite Processor Unit Surveillance Processor Mode S Transponder RCZ-852 (Business & Regional Transponder) XS-950 (Air Transport Data Link Transponder) XS-950SI (Military Mode S/IFF Transponder) Antenna AT 910 Displays Various Controls Various