Maritime Simulation Solutions • Radar Emulators • PCVM

PCVM Radar Display Emulator

PCVM is a Windows-based application which emulates Northrop Grumman’s VisionMaster FT display on a PC monitor. It is a powerful training tool used to familiarize a student with the use of a real ARPA radar for ship navigation.

The radar image incorporates realistic simulation of landmass, moving targets, precipitation returns, sea clutter and other effects seen on a real radar. The software features include full ARPA functionality, radar video controls, dual EBL & VRM, multiple presentation modes, graphics capabilities, AIS functionality, and range scaling. For ARPA support, PCVM provides target acquisition & tracking, leading vectors & history trails, and trial maneuvers. Target track data output via a serial port or network connection in NMEA-0183 format is supported for integration with an ECS or ECDIS system.

PCVM was developed using BCG’s industry standard radar simulation engine, is compatible with our Maritime Simulation Tool (MaST), and can be controlled through a simple network interface.

Additionally, some of the features that are specific to the PCVM are the emulations of the conning windows to more accurately represent the real unit as well as the Man Overboard window functionality.

PCVM is available as a software-only package for installation on a customer’s PC, or as a turnkey system in a rack-mounted chassis, desktop PC, laptop PC, or deck stand console for a more shipboard-style presentation. PCVM can also be coupled with the real VisionMaster ECDIS for a more complete navigation system.

(VisionMaster FT is a trademark of Northrop Grumman Corporation)

PCVM Radar Emulation

PCVM Conning Window

Man Overboard Alarm Panel