Documentation and User's Manual for the Visual Detection Simulator (VDS) .

Abstract

The Visual Detection Simulator (VDS) is comprised of three individual subsystems: a Link GAT-1 trainer, a projection system, and a PDP 8/e controller. These systems have been custom interfaced to permit the study of target acquisition in a simulated in-flight environment. The purpose of this report is to provide an operational and maintenance manual for the VDS system. FINDINGS Subsystems and their interrelationships are described, and operational procedures for the total system are provided. Computer programs for the simulator operation, data transfer, and maintenance checks are included. Slides are arra:nged and catalogued, and calibration, maintenance, and testing procedures are provided. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS The technical assistance of TDC Frank Hall (Naval Technical Training Center), John Cotsonis and Herb Cring (Singer-Link) regarding the GAT-1 are grea'ly appreciated. Special thanks go to Mr. Bernie Patton (Transportation System Center) and Efra~n Molina (NAMRL) for their assistance regarding modifications required by the VDS system, troubleshooting problems, and testing procedures.