What are Modular Digital Communication Systems?

The Palomar SCS 4.0 Modular Communication & Control (MC²) is a scalable, secure digital audio management system designed for demanding military and aerospace platforms. As a modern aircraft ethernet system, MC² uses a distributed, Ethernet-based architecture to deliver reliable, low‑latency communications across the entire aircraft network system without impacting performance. For programs that require future‑proofing, this aerospace network system architecture provides flexibility and scalability while maintaining mission‑critical reliability. The MC² enhances crew situational awareness with high‑fidelity audio, integrated ANR, and Spatial Audio.

Modular Key Features

Extremely flexible Network based architecture
-Multi Audio System Star Network Architecture
-Dynamically adjustable in the field
-Expandable into the future
-Aircraft Ethernet System

Software Rich Features
-Adaptable Encryption features
-3D audio locally at the POD
-Dynamic noise cancelling locally at the POD

High Fidelity Audio – AES67
-Low latency / seamless ICS and radio audio 
-High quality and high dynamic range (24bit 48kHz)
-Open standard for open integration ( AOIP – AES67)

Open Standard in designs and Architecture
-Open VPX for design
-AOIP open standard
-Control communication MQTT standards

Modular Digital Communication System Architecture

Performance Characteristics

System Components


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Explore Palomar SCS 4.0, a scalable, secure communication system offering voice, data, and video management for military and aerospace platforms.