RSR is a radio-signal recorder for telemetry ground stations that need access to the received RF or IF signal before normal data processing. By capturing the analogue signal path, operators can preserve difficult reception events and replay them under controlled conditions for receiver setup, troubleshooting or repeated analysis. This is useful when a flight cannot be reproduced simply to investigate a ground-system issue. RSR is part of Safran Data Systems’ wider telemetry receiver and recording portfolio, allowing it to be incorporated into a coordinated range workflow. Supported bandwidths, recording duration and interfaces depend on the selected configuration.

Key capabilities

• Captures RF or IF telemetry signals before decoding
• Replays recorded signals under controlled conditions
• Supports receiver evaluation and troubleshooting
• Preserves transient or difficult-to-repeat reception events
• Integrates with broader telemetry ground-station workflows

Typical applications

Flight-test ranges, receiver laboratories and telemetry troubleshooting environments requiring repeatable RF or IF replay.

The Chapter 7 Gateway connects modern packet-based flight-test instrumentation with established PCM telemetry infrastructure. Safran documentation describes a gateway that can merge several PCM outputs, video channels and Ethernet data streams into one standard PCM telemetry channel. That combined stream can then be carried by a conventional telemetry transmitter across commonly used L, S or C bands and with established modulation schemes. The approach supports incremental migration toward Ethernet-based acquisition without requiring the entire air-to-ground chain to be replaced at once. Chapter 7 encoding and decoding also provide a standards-based method for moving packet data through traditional telemetry links.

Key capabilities

• Multiplexes PCM, video and Ethernet data into one PCM telemetry stream
• Supports IRIG 106 Chapter 7 packet transport
• Works with conventional telemetry transmitters
• Applicable across typical L, S and C telemetry bands
• Bridges legacy PCM and Ethernet-based flight-test architectures

Typical applications

Airborne flight-test instrumentation and telemetry-system modernization where existing PCM transmission infrastructure must be retained.

Verified specifications

• Data types: PCM, video and Ethernet
• Standard: IRIG 106 Chapter 7
• Typical bands: L, S or C

RX-1 is a compact dual-channel receiver for telemetry applications where rack space, portability and straightforward integration are priorities. Safran describes the unit with a pre-detection combiner that can improve reception by combining two input paths before demodulation. The receiver is designed to cover IRIG telemetry frequency bands and IRIG-specified modulation formats, enabling it to support a broad range of flight-test transmitters. Its small form factor is suited to mobile ground stations, local receiving points and compact range systems. Exact frequency options, decoders, interfaces and combining behaviour are determined by the ordered hardware and software configuration.

Key capabilities

• Two telemetry receiver channels
• Pre-detection combining of received signal paths
• Coverage of IRIG telemetry frequency bands
• Support for IRIG-specified modulation formats
• Compact format for mobile or constrained installations

Typical applications

Mobile telemetry ground stations, local receiving sites and compact flight-test range installations.

Verified specifications

• Receiver channels: Two
• Combining: Pre-detection combiner

Cortex BSS is a Best Source Selector for telemetry infrastructures that receive the same airborne signal through multiple antennas or receiving sites. The unit evaluates available sources in real time and selects the most suitable feed for downstream processing. This helps a range maintain telemetry continuity when aircraft geometry, masking, interference or changing link conditions reduce the quality of any single antenna path. As part of Safran Data Systems’ Cortex ground equipment family, BSS is intended to integrate with receiver, recording and processing workflows rather than operate as an isolated analysis tool. Configuration depends on the number and type of source feeds in the station architecture.

Key capabilities

• Real-time comparison of multiple telemetry sources
• Automatic selection of the most suitable received feed
• Supports multi-antenna tracking architectures
• Helps maintain continuity through changing link conditions
• Integrates with Cortex telemetry ground-station workflows

Typical applications

Flight-test ranges and telemetry ground stations using multiple antennas or geographically separated receiving sites.

Cortex RTR is Safran Data Systems’ digital telemetry receiver for fixed and mobile flight-test ground stations. The chassis-based system can support up to four receiver channels, allowing a station to scale capacity without changing to a different receiver family. It combines RF reception, signal processing, demodulation, decoding and configurable output formats in one Cortex environment. Operators use an embedded display and graphical interface for setup and monitoring, while field-upgradeable options allow new capabilities to be added as range requirements evolve. Supported frequency bands, modulation types and decoder functions depend on the selected hardware and software configuration.

Key capabilities

• Up to four scalable receiver channels in supported configurations
• RF reception, demodulation and telemetry decoding
• Configurable output formats and signal-processing functions
• Embedded operator display and graphical interface
• Field-upgradeable Cortex hardware and software options

Typical applications

Fixed, mobile and transportable telemetry ground stations supporting aerospace and defence flight-test campaigns.

Verified specifications

• Chassis: 4U
• Receiver capacity: Up to four channels, configuration dependent

Sparte 700 is the large-aperture member of Safran Data Systems’ telemetry tracking-antenna range. With reflector classes of approximately 6.1 metres and 7.3 metres, it is intended for missions where high gain is needed to maintain the telemetry link over long distances or with demanding vehicles. Safran identifies aircraft and space-launch tracking among its principal uses. The dual-axis pedestal follows dynamic targets, while selectable RF feeds and station electronics adapt the antenna to the mission’s bands and signal chain. It can be integrated with Safran receiver and control systems for a complete ground segment. Final performance is configuration and link-budget dependent.

Key capabilities

• Large-aperture, high-gain telemetry reception
• Dual-axis tracking of aircraft and launch vehicles
• 6.1-metre and 7.3-metre reflector classes
• Configurable RF feeds and frequency coverage
• Integration with receivers and centralized station control

Typical applications

Long-range flight-test telemetry, launch-vehicle tracking and other missions requiring large-aperture ground antennas.

Verified specifications

• Reflector classes: Approximately 6.1 m and 7.3 m
• Tracking: Dual axis

Sparte 500 is Safran Data Systems’ medium-aperture, dual-axis tracking antenna family for demanding telemetry reception. Published variants use approximately 4.6-metre or 5.5-metre reflectors, providing a balance between gain, transportability and site requirements. The platform can be supplied on a skid or trailer for mobile use, and three-axis versions are available for shipborne operation where vessel motion must be compensated. Safran also describes field-upgrade paths for C-band support. The antenna can be integrated with receivers, RF feeds and centralized control software as part of a complete telemetry ground station. Exact performance depends on reflector, feed and pedestal configuration.

Key capabilities

• Dual-axis high-performance telemetry tracking
• 4.6-metre and 5.5-metre reflector classes
• Skid-mounted or trailer-mounted mobility options
• Three-axis shipborne variants
• Field-upgrade options including C-band support

Typical applications

Fixed ranges, transportable telemetry stations and shipborne tracking installations.

Verified specifications

• Reflector classes: Approximately 4.6 m and 5.5 m
• Mounting: Fixed, skid, trailer or shipborne configuration dependent

Sparte 300 is a dual-axis telemetry tracking antenna family for mission-critical range applications that need more aperture and tracking flexibility than a compact single-axis system. Safran positions the series for aircraft tracking, high-dynamic targets and bidirectional links using receive and transmit configurations. Frequency-band and feed options allow the antenna to be adapted to different telemetry networks, while the field-proven mechanical platform supports fixed or transportable installations. Integration with Safran receivers and TM Maestro control software enables the antenna to form part of a coordinated ground station. Final reflector size, bands, tracking performance and mobility package depend on configuration.

Key capabilities

• Dual-axis tracking for dynamic airborne targets
• Supports telemetry reception and bidirectional link configurations
• Configurable frequency-band and feed options
• Fixed or transportable installation choices
• Integration with Safran receivers and ground-station control software

Typical applications

Flight-test ranges, launch campaigns and mobile telemetry stations tracking aircraft or other high-dynamic vehicles.

Comtrack is Safran Data Systems’ compact single-axis tracking antenna for lightweight or mobile telemetry ground stations. Its integrated phased-array autotracking architecture is designed to follow airborne test articles while keeping the installation smaller than conventional large-aperture antennas. Safran lists reception in L, S or C band and an operating geometry extending from zenith toward low-elevation tracking, with published mission ranges up to approximately 150 kilometres depending on configuration and link conditions. The ruggedized form factor supports temporary ranges, mobile deployments and local flight-test campaigns where rapid setup and a modest site footprint are important.

Key capabilities

• Single-axis telemetry tracking architecture
• Integrated phased-array autotracking
• Configurable L-, S- or C-band reception
• Compact and environmentally ruggedized form factor
• Suitable for lightweight or mobile ground-station deployments

Typical applications

Local and mobile flight-test telemetry reception, temporary ranges and lightweight ground stations.

Verified specifications

• Frequency bands: L, S or C, configuration dependent
• Published range: Up to approximately 150 km, mission dependent
• Tracking: Single axis with phased-array autotracking

MDR-GT is the high-throughput member of Safran Data Systems’ airborne recording and processing family. It is intended for flight-test applications that generate very large data volumes and require fast onboard movement, processing and storage. Safran publishes aggregate data rates up to 16 Gbps and storage options in the tens of terabytes for supported configurations. A common mainframe architecture provides built-in high-speed functions, while compatibility with MDR acquisition modules allows existing interface choices to be reused. Support for interfaces such as 10 Gigabit Ethernet and Fibre Channel makes MDR-GT suitable for sensor-rich aircraft and other demanding instrumentation programs.

Key capabilities

• High-throughput airborne recording and processing
• Published aggregate data rates up to 16 Gbps
• Storage configurations in the tens of terabytes
• Compatibility with MDR acquisition modules
• Support for 10 Gigabit Ethernet and Fibre Channel interfaces

Typical applications

Sensor-intensive flight-test programs requiring high-rate capture, onboard processing and large-capacity storage.

Verified specifications

• Published aggregate rate: Up to 16 Gbps
• Storage class: Tens of terabytes, configuration dependent
• High-speed interfaces: 10GigE and Fibre Channel

The Ground Modular Data Recorder (GMDR) is a scalable platform for acquiring, recording, distributing and replaying flight-test instrumentation data at the ground station. Its modular architecture accepts different interface and video requirements, enabling systems to be configured for a compact local installation or a broader range infrastructure. GMDR supports baseband recording and replay as well as data dissemination and IRIG 106 Chapter 7 demultiplexing workflows. Safran also identifies compatibility between GMDR solid-state media and MDR airborne recorders, simplifying post-flight transfer and analysis. Exact storage capacity, module mix and network interfaces are selected for the project configuration.

Key capabilities

• Ground acquisition, recording, dissemination and replay
• Modular interface and video support
• IRIG 106 Chapter 7 demultiplexing workflows
• Compatible media path with Safran MDR airborne recorders
• Scalable from focused stations to larger range systems

Typical applications

Flight-test ground stations, telemetry ranges and post-flight data extraction and analysis workflows.

The Modular Data Recorder (MDR) is an airborne flight-test instrumentation platform for collecting and recording data in demanding aircraft environments. Its modular design allows engineers to choose cost-effective or high-capacity configurations according to signal diversity, storage duration and environmental constraints. Safran lists mainframes with two, four or eight module slots, with interface modules selected for the sensors and buses used on the test aircraft. The platform also provides onboard processing such as filtering and decimation, data management and UDP or IRIG 106 Chapter 7 streaming. Final storage, interfaces and qualification levels depend on the configured MDR system.

Key capabilities

• Modular airborne data acquisition and recording
• Two-, four- or eight-slot mainframe options
• Signal-interface modules for varied flight-test inputs
• Onboard filtering, decimation and data management
• UDP and IRIG 106 Chapter 7 streaming support

Typical applications

Aircraft, rotorcraft and other airborne platforms requiring scalable flight-test instrumentation and mission data recording.

Verified specifications

• Mainframe sizes: 2, 4 or 8 module slots
• Streaming: UDP and IRIG 106 Chapter 7

XMA is a compact, ruggedized remote data-acquisition unit for flight-test and networked instrumentation systems. Installing acquisition close to the sensors reduces long analogue cable runs and helps limit wiring weight and signal exposure in constrained aircraft areas. Safran offers module sets for many signal types and describes a high channel-to-volume ratio. Beyond acquisition, XMA configurations can provide local recording, data processing, GPS reception and data transmission. Status and health information are available remotely to support live monitoring and data qualification. The exact module population, channel count, sampling capability and environmental qualification are selected for each instrumentation architecture.

Key capabilities

• Remote acquisition close to aircraft sensors
• Compact ruggedized packaging for constrained spaces
• Modular support for multiple signal types
• Optional recording, processing, GPS and transmission functions
• Remote status and health monitoring

Typical applications

Distributed flight-test instrumentation in aircraft, rotorcraft, launch vehicles and other space-constrained test platforms.

Cortex CRT is Safran Data Systems’ commercial off-the-shelf modem for satellite command, control and housekeeping communications. It is designed to support spacecraft throughout their lifecycle, including manufacturing, integration and test, launch preparation and routine in-orbit operations. The Cortex architecture can be delivered in different form factors, including integrated hardware and virtualized software configurations, allowing the ground segment to match different station and redundancy strategies. Its software-defined approach is intended to accommodate evolving mission requirements while retaining a common operational environment. Final waveform, interface and redundancy selections are configured for the specific spacecraft and ground-system architecture.

Key capabilities

• Satellite command, control and housekeeping communications
• Supports manufacturing, test, launch and orbital mission phases
• Available in integrated and virtualized architectures
• Software-defined Cortex platform
• COTS foundation adaptable to ground-segment requirements

Typical applications

Satellite TT&C ground stations, spacecraft integration facilities and mission-control networks.

Verified specifications

• Supported mission regimes: LEO, MEO and GEO applications
• Architecture options: All-in-one hardware or virtualized software

Cortex HDR is a high-data-rate receiver developed for satellite downlinks that carry large volumes of Earth-observation or space-science data. Safran positions the unit for X- and Ka-band reception and publishes demodulation capability up to 10 Gbps in supported configurations. The software-defined Cortex architecture allows current and future mission profiles to be addressed without replacing the complete hardware platform. It can be deployed as part of an integrated ground station or within a more virtualized processing architecture. CCSDS-oriented operation and configurable interfaces make it suitable for ground segments that need both high throughput and flexibility across different spacecraft programs.

Key capabilities

• High-data-rate satellite downlink reception
• X- and Ka-band mission support
• Software-defined and field-configurable Cortex architecture
• CCSDS-oriented ground-segment integration
• Integrated or virtualized deployment options

Typical applications

Earth-observation, space-science and other satellite missions with high-throughput payload downlinks.

Verified specifications

• Published demodulation rate: Up to 10 Gbps, configuration dependent
• Typical bands: X and Ka