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WAvES

Product catalog summary

Introduction to WAvES
WAvES, or Wireless Avionics Entertainment System, is a certified in-flight entertainment (IFE) and passenger service system (PSS) platform by Northern Avionics. It is designed for minimal installation footprint and reduced aircraft on ground (AOG) time, making retrofitting easier.

Key Features

EASA and FAA certified.
Small installation footprint and lightweight, with each CELL weighing just over 1840g (4lbs).
Supports all main Digital Rights Management (DRM) schemes and browser-based access without additional applications.
Compatible with various Satcom and 3G/4G Internet modems.
Supports in-seat monitors and passenger devices with ultra-lightweight smart monitors offering 4K resolution.

System Components

Each CELL includes a tri-band IEEE 802.11ac WiFi Access Point, an 8-core server, and 1 TB solid-state storage.
Supports ARINC 429 and ARINC 628/RS485 interfaces for flight data and PSS.
RS232/CAN bus support for cabin interfaces and remote control.

Installation and Redundancy

Narrow-body aircraft require 1-2 CELLs, while wide-body aircraft typically need 3-4 CELLs.
Each CELL requires only two wires for power, ensuring minimal AOG time.
System redundancy allows continued operation with a single active CELL.

Monitors and Connectivity

WAvES offers ultra-thin, ultra-light smart touch screen UHD monitors ranging from 10.1" to 27".
Monitors can be configured for various classes and roles, including crew control panels and cabin monitors.
Supports both wired (Ethernet) and wireless (WiFi) operations.

Passenger Service System (PSS)

Offers a full PSS solution for wide-body aircraft, compatible with token-ring and ARINC 628 systems.
Includes a lightweight Passenger Control Unit (PCU) that can be custom-designed for seamless retrofit.

Additional Features

Cabin USB charger solution and upcoming AC in-seat power solution.
Content management via standard FTP, allowing user autonomy without third-party fees.

Certification and Deployment

WAvES completed its first Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) on Boeing B767-300 in 2016 and is deployed globally.

Catalog excerpts

IN-FLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT

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WAvES IN-FLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS 2 Business Class remote control with integrated PCU > The smallest installation footprint and AOG time in the industry > Remarkably small package weighing just over 1840g (4lbs) > Each CELL requires just 2 wires, i.e. +28 VDC power supply > WAvES supports all main Digital Right Management (DRM) schemes > Browser-based access without any need for downloading additional applications WAvES CELL

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INTRODUCING WAvES The One-Box Solution for IFE Retrofit WAvES stands for Wireless Avionics Entertainment System and is a comprehensive EASA and FAA certified IFE and PSS platform by Northern Avionics. This means negligible AOG time during installation; retrofitting an aircraft has never been easier. WAvES supports all main Digital Right Management (DRM) schemes and content from all major Hollywood studios, including Early Window Content. WAvES also directly supports nonStudio content such as company videos, Welcome-On-Board loops or company advertisements. All of this content can be managed directly...

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WAvES IN-FLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS 4 First Class in-seat monitors > Supports in-seat monitors, passenger devices or any mixed scheme All WAvES displays are ultra-thin and ultra- light smart touch screen UHD (4K) monitors with remote control and PSS on-screen support. Each monitor can be configured as an in-seat display for First, Business or Economy class, as a crew control panel or as a conventional cabin monitor, e.g. bulkhead-mounted or over-aisle. > Ultra lightweight wired or wireless smart monitors • 4K resolution (UHD) • Wide range, from 10.1” to 27.0” • Suitable for seat-back, cabin...

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18.4" Business Class in-seat monitors 17.3" Economy Class in-seat monitors UPGRADE EXISTING CABIN MONITORS PASSENGER SERVICE SYSTEM (PSS) Existing monitors connected via Composite, VGA or HDMI can be seamlessly connected to WAvES using a small additional module and involve nearly no costs in terms of wiring and installation. Maps, content and all WAvES features can be displayed on all cabin monitors without having to replace them, and with significant cost savings. WAvES offers a full PSS solution for wide-body aircrafts and can seamlessly interact with both token-ring and ARINC 628 based systems...

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BUSINESS CLASS 17.3’’ MONITOR AND CONTROLLER BUSINESS CLASS IN-SEAT MONITORS OVER-AISLE AND BULKHEAD MONITORS

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> Can connect to existing cabin monitors using Composite, VGA or HDMI interface > Custom design of monitors, embedded screens, PCU and other components > Lightest PSS System in the industry • Typical B767 hardware is less than 30kg (66lbs) > Works with passenger-owned devices such as tablets, smartphones and laptop computers using various operative systems by various vendors. No need to download additional applications > Wired or wireless smart cabin monitors • Bulkhead, over-head, over-aisle, foldable > Supports in-seat Embedded Screens for First, Business and Economy class > Full in-seat USB...

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Milan Linate Prime Airport (LIML) Viale dell’ Aviazione 65, 20138 Milan (Italy) www.northern-avionics.com

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Catalog excerpts

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