Tactical ThreeView

We work with you to configure and build your Tactical ThreeView workstation to meet your precise needs. Furthermore, we offer a wide range of practical options for you to customize the design your unit.

What truly separates our Tactical ThreeView Series from the rest of the crowd is its ability to provide you with the following benefits:

• The Tactical ThreeView Series offers several display sizes/resolutions from 15" to 24".
• Configuration flexibility with a wide variety of computing options, LCDs, video controllers, display overlays, pointing devices, power supplies, slides and enclosures to meet specific requirements.
• Flawless operation in harsh and demanding environments (e.g., extreme of temperature, humidity, shock, vibration).
• Long product life cycle. For any parts that are not able to be replaced in the field, we can repair and/or replace defective or degraded parts with like or equivalent, compatible electronics or mechanical parts for an extended lifetime.
• Designed, manufactured, tested and serviced in the U.S.A.
• Custom configurations with optional components:
  • Compliance with radiated and conducted EMI requirements (e.g., MIL-STD-461, FCC Class B)
  • Operation in high ambient lighting or direct sunlight
  • Compatibility with night vision goggles (MIL-STD-3009)
  • Keyboards/trackballs that operate in rain, and survive direct exposure to spilled liquids
  • Extended warranties

In addition to the above, all Tactical ThreeView models come equipped with a number of critical features to meet the demands of harsh environments, including:
 

FIELD-REPLACEABLE PARTS

All essential parts, including the display, computer, keyboard/trackball, and more, are replaceable in the field using common hand tools, minimizing any potential downtime of this mission-critical workstation.
 

USB-C

The latest USB standard, all Tactical TwoView models are equipped to run power, video, and data over a single USB-C cable. This reduces vulnerabilities and maintenance time if a cable needs to be replaced.
 

INTEGRATED COMPUTER DRAWER 

The replaceable integrated computer provides the flexibility to install a computer module best suited to your mission requirements, and can run Windows, Linux, Remote-to-Server, and more.
 

REAR DISPLAY INPUT

In addition to displaying video feeds from the integrated computer, each display comes with a rear display port. When connected, this overrides the video feed from the internal computer, allowing you to bypass a failed computer or connect to an external one. Because the displays have their own video inputs, if an integrated computer isn’t necessary for your program requirements, it can be removed to make the workstation more cost-effective.
 

SUPERIOR USABILITY

All Tactical ThreeView models feature large high-resolution monitors, waterproof and ergonomically designed keyboards, hinges that allow the user to adjust the displays in 10° increments to their preferred viewing angle and include a locking mechanism to withstand high-shock events, on-board computing power, and a number of adjustable options to optimize usability for your specific requirement.

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DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS AND NIGHT VISION ENHANCEMENTS

General Digital can integrate virtually any LCD display size/resolution, from almost any panel manufacturer (OEM), into our enclosures. To assist in selecting the right panel for your application requirements, we have provided a list of commonly used or recommended panels for standard/low luminance, high brightness, sunlight readable and NVIS compatible needs.

New display models are constantly being introduced to the market by the LCD manufacturers, making it extremely difficult for us to maintain a comprehensive list. For this reason, we encourage you to speak with a Sales Engineer to share your price and performance objectives, so we can assist you in making the best display selection.

Standard Displays
General Digital has provided a sample listing of some common transmissive displays that are not sunlight readable. Typically, these displays are suitable for applications that are not going to require specialty functionality, such as sunlight readability or NVIS compatibility, and for customers with cost-sensitive budgets.

LCD backlight produces sufficient luminance for use in office, shaded and low ambient/darkness light levels. However, luminance is insufficient to overcome reflected light for use in direct sunlight.

Transmissive-Enhanced View Displays 
This type of technology boosts the efficiency of the backlight’s light utilization and minimizes surface reflection of ambient light. It is a transmissive LCD module that produces high contrast images, even in bright outdoor light and direct sunlight. These displays feature a wider color reproduction range than reflective LCDs. Featuring an LED backlight, these displays consume very little power and produce very little heat, making them ideal for integration into fully sealed enclosures, which are devoid of ventilation holes and cooling fans to dissipate heat. They also provide the additional benefit of a wide operating/storage temperature (as great as -30°–85° C), so that they can endure exposure to greater internal ambient temperatures.

As a design note, we have found that these panels work best when coupled with an overlay that has an antireflective (AR) coating. Overlays that inhibit transmissivity (e.g., resistive touch screen) or have antiglare (AG) coatings will significantly reduce the panel’s performance in high ambient lighting conditions. Since transmissive displays produce greater brightness from their LED backlights than traditional transflective displays, they are regarded as a better outdoor solution, as they can generate high contrast in total darkness, in direct sunlight or on a cloudy/hazy afternoon.

T-EVT technology uses the high brightness/efficiency LED backlight as a light source while minimizing the surface reflection of ambient light. The result is an LCD that produces high contrast images even in bright outdoor light or direct sunlight.

GenFlective™/Transflective Displays
This type of panel incorporates a highly reflective backlight that reflects the ambient lighting back out of the display to enhance its native brightness produced by its active backlight. Like the Transmissive-Enhanced View Displays, GenFlective panels work best when coupled with an AR-coated overlay. They are least effective with overlays that retard the light transmission (e.g., resistive touch sensors) or have a matte finish.

T-EVT technology uses the high brightness/efficiency LED backlight as a light source while minimizing the surface reflection of ambient light. The result is an LCD that produces high contrast images even in bright outdoor light or direct sunlight.

Sunlight Readable/NVIS Compatible Displays
These displays feature a value-add backlight, typically made from high efficiency LEDs. These displays produce significant active luminance. Often, the peak luminance is limited by internal ambient temperature constraints or must be connected to an intelligent backlight controller and thermal sensor that will automatically reduce brightness/power to avoid over-temperature conditions or thermal shutdown. The high luminance output makes them ideal for use with a wide variety of overlays such as touch sensors, EMI filters, heaters, etc.

Sunlight readable displays use a General Digital-enhanced, highly efficient, super bright/sunlight readable LED backlight to provide maximum functional brightness. The addition of surface treatments such as antireflective coatings and optical bonding reduce surface reflections and increase contrast so displays can be used in direct sunlight.

If our stock offering does not suit your needs in terms of size, fit or function, please contact a Sales Engineer and we will work with you to configure a system to your specifications. Customers can also request that we integrate one of our many LED-based sunlight readable, NVIS or sunlight readable/NVIS enhanced displays into their product. These solutions provide many advantages, such as increased longevity, improved durability, higher brightness, lower power consumption and/or NVIS compatibility.

A myriad of display enhancements and services are available, such as:

• Antireflective coatings/antiglare etching
• Night Vision Goggle-compatible displays
• Sunlight readable displays
• Optical bonding
• Film laminations
• Touch screens
• EMI/RFI filters
• Display heaters
• Vandal shields
• Custom controls
• Multimedia drives
• KVM switches
• Private labeling
• Extended warranties
• Power supplies, cables and more
• Programmable backlight/thermal controllers for optimal brightness/temperature conditions

Please consult a Sales Engineer to discuss your specific needs or ideas.

We at General Digital are completely responsible for the design and construction of our products, allowing us to maintain nearly total control of their future. To that end, we gladly offer our engineering services to customers who require special customization of our devices to meet their commercial, industrial, marine or military requirements.

Our experience supporting Department of Defense programs has taught us the value of designing products with foresight so that they can be manufactured, serviced and upgraded for many years.

Though the market introduces new innovations and product upgrades at an alarming rate, our product management team knows the importance of proactive customer notification. Thus, we can offer product adaptation with similar or equivalent performance before designs become obsolete, thereby extending the product life cycle.

Please consult a Sales Engineer for additional details.

GENERAL

What is the Tactical ThreeView?

The Tactical ThreeView is a three display workstation designed to comply with MIL-STD-810G, MIL-STD-461G, and MIL-STD-464C.

What are typical applications for the Tactical ThreeView?

The Tactical ThreeView is designed to maximize the useful rugged computer monitor display area while minimizing the footprint of the workstation. Crew stations in all types of military environments are ideal, be it vehicle mounted, fixed positioned, field mobile command centers, and training environments. The Tactical ThreeView provides the operator a rugged workstation capable of simultaneous interaction with two independent video/data feeds in a compact footprint.

How much does the Tactical ThreeView weigh?

In the 21.5" display size, the T3V weighs ~150 pounds.

How much does a Tactical ThreeView cost?

Many factors can affect cost. Please contact a Sales Engineer to learn more.

What is the lead time for the Tactical ThreeView?

Typical lead time can range from 16–24 weeks, depending on availability of parts and continuing effects of COVID-19 on the supply chain.

DISPLAYS

With what type of displays is the Tactical ThreeView equipped?

The standard configuration of the Tactical ThreeView provides three 21.5” displays with 1920 x 1080 resolution. The displays show 16.7 million colors and have a brightness of 300 nits. Other sizes from 15" to 24", are available. Please contact a Sales Engineer to learn more.

How are the displays protected/ruggedized?

The Tactical ThreeView displays are protected by a customer-specified optically bonded overlay. This service is performed at our in-house optical labs in our East Hartford facility.

Does the Tactical ThreeView have a dimmer switch to put the displays to sleep when in stowed position?

It certainly can! While this option is not included in the base configuration, it can be included with your system upon request.

Is the Tactical ThreeView NVIS compatible?

It can be! While the base unit is not built to meet MIL-STD-3009, our engineers have designed NVIS compatible displays since the technology was first introduced and can confirm that this enhancement would take minimal effort.

Can I get a Tactical ThreeView equipped with a touch screen?

Absolutely! The standard Tactical ThreeView equipped with multiple touch screens, depending on your choice of integrated CPU. Contact a Sales Engineer to learn more about touch screen options for your T3V.

INPUT/OUTPUT

Can I connect the displays to an external input?

Yes. The rear connector panel of the Tactical ThreeView has two DisplayPort inputs. When connected, these inputs can optionally override the video feed from the internal CPU.

What about other inputs?

The Tactical ThreeView displays accept power, video, and data inputs over USB-C via the integrated CPU.

Why would I want my DisplayPort input to override the video feed on the internal computer?

In mission-critical environments, taking downtime to troubleshoot an issue or replace a computer might not be an option. In case of failure of the CPU or remote application, having the ability to override the CPU with an external input is a feature required by some of our defense partners, but can be removed at your request.

With how many USB ports is the Tactical ThreeView equipped?

The Tactical ThreeView features 4 easily accessible USB 2.0/3.0 ports.

What type of Ethernet cord does the Tactical ThreeView accept?

The standard Tactical ThreeView accepts a copper Ethernet cord, but a fiber-copper converter can be included if necessary.

What power input does the Tactical ThreeView accept?

The Tactical ThreeView acceptzs 90–264 Vac as an input, and the current configuration has a max power draw of 100W. The 100W draw is based on the assumption that all USB ports are outputting their max current—which is not a typical use case—so the deployed power draw should be much lower.

Can the Tactical ThreeView accommodate different power inputs?

Yes. While the standard input is 90–264 Vac, the unit can be modified to suit your power requirements.

CPU

What type of CPU does the Tactical ThreeView have on board?

The Tactical ThreeView currently has a zero client CPU specially designed to remote into a server with a minimum power draw. The zero client has 4 GB of RAM and a basic graphics processor as it is designed to mirror the characteristics of the host CPU. As with all GDC products, the modular design of the Tactical ThreeView allows for a traditional CPU to be integrated, if necessary, into your application.

Where is the CPU housed?

The Tactical ThreeView integrated computer is stored inside the body of the unit in a removable drawer, which maintains the access points to the external USB connectors.

ENCLOSURE

If I’m using my Tactical ThreeView in a high-shock environment, do I need to worry about the displays folding inadvertently?

You don’t! All Tactical ThreeView variants come with top and bottom locking display hinges, allowing the user to adjust the displays to their preferred viewing angle.

Can I improve the IP rating of the system?

Definitely. Currently, the T3V is IP65-rated in stowed position. This is because sealing the system was an unnecessary expense for the base unit and our initial customers. However, we have the capability to seal the full system to meet IP65 in the deployed (open) position as well.

What color options are available for the enclosure?

The Tactical ThreeView is available in stanard paint in any color. For CARC paint, MIL-certified options are limited to Green, Brown, Black, and Tan, although a certificate of conformity may be available for other colors.

 

KEYBOARD & PERIPHERALS

Do all variants of the Tactical ThreeView include a keyboard?

All models are designed to accept a military-certified keyboard.

What keyboard backlight options are available?

Standard keyboard backlighting options include Amber, Blue, Green, Red, White, and NVIS, as well as non-backlit. Custom backlighting is available on request.

 

CERTIFICATIONS

Does the Tactical ThreeView meet military specs?

Absolutely! The T3V is designed to comply with MIL-STD-810G (shock and vibration), FCC Class B, MIL-STD-461G, MIL-STD-464C (EMI) and are (optionally) compliant to MIL-STD-3009 (night vision).