Abaco Systems / Condor Engineering PA-100-1 ARINC 429 to RS-232 Portable Adapter

The Abaco Systems / Condor Engineering PA-100-1 is a portable ARINC 429 to RS-232 adapter that converts avionic databus signals into serial format for computer-based analysis and testing. The device bridges ARINC 429 networks with standard RS-232 interfaces, enabling real-time data acquisition, system integration, and field troubleshooting without dedicated avionics hardware.

Technical Specifications

• ARINC 429 Channels: Two receive channels; one or two transmit channels


• Bit Rate: Programmable; supports both high-speed and low-speed ARINC 429 operation


• Programmable Parameters: Bit rate, parity, slew rate, data filtering


• Interface: RS-232 serial port connection to host computer


• Power: International power converter available

Key Features

• Dual ARINC 429 receive capability for simultaneous multi-source data monitoring


• Configurable transmit channels - single or dual configuration per application requirements


• Field-programmable operating parameters eliminate hardware reconfiguration


• Compact portable form factor suitable for laboratory and field deployment


• Multiple adapter support via available RS-232 ports on host system

Typical Applications

• Avionic system testing and validation


• Real-time ARINC 429 databus monitoring


• Flight data analysis and troubleshooting


• Integration testing of avionics sub-systems


• Field-portable acquisition of aircraft system telemetry

Compatibility & Integration The PA-100-1 interfaces with any PC or notebook computer equipped with an RS-232 serial port. Multiple units can be cascaded across available serial interfaces to expand channel capacity. This approach enables modular test solutions without specialized avionics interfaces or proprietary software environments.