Tethered Drone Fiber Optic Converters – NDAA Compliant

Secure Fiber Optic Communications for Airborne Operations

VERSITRON’s VxS1A05 Series is engineered for applications that require dependable, low-latency airborne communications in electronically challenging environments. The platform supports real-time video, telemetry, and command data transmission over fiber, providing stable performance for tactical, industrial, and persistent monitoring operations. By replacing traditional wireless links with fiber optic infrastructure, the system delivers secure, interference-free connectivity for missions where communication integrity is critical.

System Overview

A complete tethered drone deployment includes:

• VAS1A05 – Air-side unit mounted onboard the drone
• VGS1A05 – Ground-side unit installed at the operator control station
Together, the system supports:
• 1 channel of 8-bit uncompressed analog video
• 1 channel of bi-directional 3.3V TTL/UART data
Both signals are transmitted over a single simplex single-mode fiber using integrated WDM technology, simplifying deployment while maintaining reliable long-distance communication.

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Why Use Fiber for Tethered Drone Communications

Traditional RF communications can be affected by interference, jamming, congestion, and signal detection. Fiber optic connectivity provides a secure and stable alternative for airborne operations that demand consistent performance.

Key advantages include:

• Immunity to EMI and RFI
• No signal degradation or video distortion
• Low-latency real-time communication
• Secure telemetry and command transmission
• Long-distance operation over single-mode fiber
• Reduced vulnerability to jamming and interception

The VxS1A05 Series supports transmission distances up to 80 km, making it suitable for long-range surveillance and infrastructure deployments.

Designed for Defense, ISR, and Industrial Applications

The VxS1A05 platform is built for secure airborne communication across military, industrial, and critical infrastructure environments.

• Military ISR operations
• Tactical surveillance systems
• Border and perimeter monitoring
• Industrial inspection drones
• Infrastructure and utility monitoring
• Oil and gas facility inspection
• Persistent airborne observation platforms
• Security and surveillance networks

Its lightweight airborne module and rugged ground-side converter allow the system to integrate easily into fixed, mobile, or field-deployed operations.

Technical Capabilities

The VxS1A05 Series supports:

• 8-bit uncompressed analog video transmission
• NTSC, PAL, and SECAM video formats
• Bidirectional 3.3V TTL/UART communications
• Simplex single-mode fiber infrastructure
• Integrated WDM optical transport
• Real-time low-latency transmission
• Broadcast-quality video performance

The platform is optimized for stable operation in environments where EMI, RFI, and electronic congestion can impact wireless communication systems.

NDAA-Compliant Secure Communication Platform

The VxS1A05 Series is designed to support secure airborne communications for defense and critical infrastructure applications requiring NDAA-compliant technology solutions. Its fiber-based architecture provides reliable command, control, video, and telemetry transport for deployments operating in high-interference or electronically contested environments.

Trusted Fiber Optic Solutions Since 1958

Since 1958, VERSITRON has delivered fiber optic communication solutions for military, industrial, and critical infrastructure applications. The VxS1A05 Series continues that tradition with secure, rugged communication technology engineered for modern airborne operations. For pricing, lead times, and integration assistance, contact VERSITRON today at sales@versitron.com or 1-800-537-2296.