VSD-C2 is a groundbreaking command and control (C2) display application that has just been released by Cambridge Pixel, a leading UK-based software engineering company renowned for their expertise in radar and sensor/effector processing. VSD-C2 sets a new standard for customisation, offering unparalleled flexibility and capability in the C2 software market. In response to the escalating demand for advanced security and defence solutions, particularly in the rapidly evolving counter-drone sector, developers and integrators are under increasing pressure to deliver sophisticated, cost-effective solutions swiftly. Traditional command and control display applications often force a compromise between fully bespoke software, which is time-consuming and costly to develop, and COTS (Commercial Off-The-Shelf) software, which is often not flexible enough to meet project requirements.
VSD-C2 from Cambridge Pixel revolutionises this landscape by providing a hybrid solution that combines the best of both worlds. This enhanced version of the popular Video Security Display allows for extensive customisation, enabling branding, layout, and functionality to be fully tailored. Features include a diverse selection of display windows, accommodating both 2D and 3D sensor feeds, live video, fused PPI radar, and innovative options such as a 3D view and a panorama display. Customised, multi-step workflows can be implemented with inbuilt support for a variety of off-the-shelf effector technologies, including hailing devices, dazzlers and inhibitors/jammers.
David Johnson, Founder and Managing Director of Cambridge Pixel, commented on this significant development: “VSD-C2 addresses the critical challenge faced by many security and defence integrators today—how to deliver a highly customised command and control display solution that is both cost-effective and timely. We are thrilled to introduce this innovative product and invite interested parties to explore how VSD-C2 can transform their operations.”
The software also supports real-time overlaid symbology, as well as background maps or charts. Additionally, VSD-C2 is designed to support multi-screen operator displays, enhancing operational efficiency. Integration is seamless with VSD-C2, thanks to its support for Open Standards and compatibility with a wide and growing range of sensors and effectors. The software is also fully integratable with Cambridge Pixel’s suite of modular solutions, enabling the addition of radar interfacing, target tracking, track fusion and distribution, camera slew-to-cue, multi-sensor recording, and more—offering a comprehensive C2 system tailored to specific operational requirements. Cambridge Pixel’s VSD-C2 stands as a testament to their commitment to innovation and excellence in the security and defence industry.
