Compact VDC-500
Routing and TCP/IP services over noisy half-duplex low data rate radio communication channels in a small form factor.
Applications:
IP net access, email, chat, messaging, whiteboard collaboration, IP over Combat Net Radio
Technologies:
Error correction, TCP/IP, Routing, SMTP email, FTP file transfer
Run net-centric web applications over your existing combat net radio with the Compact VDC-500 Data Controller. The VDC-500 works with any tactical radio to deliver the Common Operating Picture - even over severely degraded radio channels. With a ViaSat Data Controller (VDC), you can send error-free data and employ TCP/IP services over existing radios, creating network-centric connections that link warfighters on the tactical edge to the Global Information Grid (GIG).
Using a combat net radio, computer, and Data Controller, you can run critical combat communications applications such as Cursor-on-Target, Situational Awareness, Blue Force Tracking, whiteboard collaboration, chat, messaging, and email.
The Compact VDC-500 performs all of the functions of the VDC-500, built into a package weighing a mere two pounds. The device features mroe robust power regualtion and conforms to MIL-STD-1275B, making it ideal for portable and vehicle use.

Compact VDC-500 Features
- Small design for portability and vehicular applications
- MIL-STD-1275B and robust power regulation for vehicle use
- Acts as an IP router and gateway between TCP/IP networks and MIL-STD-188-184 networks
- Trusted for TCP/IP - even over channels too noisy for voice
- Supports networks of up to 64 users per channel
- Free software, software updates, and product service (view available software)
Looking for a different VDC? View our VDC Comparison Chart to determine which Data Controller is right for your mission.
For more information on ViaSat Data Controllers, please contact vdcsales@viasat.com.

