Technology: Bluetooth-Enabled Ballistic Targeting System
You knew it was just a matter of time until modern Bluetooth wireless technology was harnessed for precision shooting. Now weather data from a Kestrel and range info from a Vectronix rangefinder can be shared to a remote PDA with GPS capability. The system works via the common Bluetooth networking protocol used for smartphone accessories and computer peripherals. Ballistic solutions are calculated using Field Firing Solutions software. Composed of weathermeter, rangefinder, and hand-held processor (PDA), this three-part TALON Wireless Ballistic Targeting System was developed for Ashbury Precision Ordnance (APO). The Talon System will be introduced by APO at SHOT Show 2015 where pricing and availability will be announced.
Here’s how it works — dual Bluetooth feeds (from Kestrel and rangefinder) communicate with a Trimble T41 Juno or NOMAD PDA. The dongle is set up for any Vectronix Laser Rangefinder equipped with a RS232 data port. The enabling technology, a nicely packaged Bluetooth dongle, was developed by a team of U.S. SpecOps personnel. Their goal was enhance operational capabilities by getting rid of wires and cables. They succeeded.
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Would this system work in a ballistic test alley? We currently have a set of infrared screens that acquire our targeting for accuracy testing. I’m looking for another option here at Federal Cartridge
Michael how do those screens function in your testing routine?
My take on the system described is that it works for unknown range targeting while taking wind into account to calculate sight corrections.
In your alley both distance and weather variables are known constants. I’m thinking you’re looking for something akin to an E-target system maybe? I know Silver Mountain Targets has been talking to some European manufacturers for this kind of application.