Next-Generation PBP Monitors with RS232 Control for Advanced Drone Operations

Real-Time Multi-Source Visualisation for Mission-Critical Applications

In today’s fast-moving drone and unmanned systems environment, real-time visualisation and effective multitasking are essential. Crystal Display Systems (CDS) offers next-generation Picture-by-Picture (PBP) monitors with RS232 control, engineered to support demanding drone operations where multiple data sources must be viewed simultaneously on a single display.

Designed for professional drone pilots, survey teams, defence operators, and industrial inspection specialists, CDS PBP monitors enhance situational awareness and operational efficiency by delivering clear, synchronised multi-source imagery in real time.

Key Features & Benefits

🚀 Dual-Source Real-Time Display

CDS PBP monitors allow operators to split the screen and view multiple live input sources simultaneously. Typical use cases include combining live drone camera footage with mapping software, telemetry data, or control interfaces—ideal for mission-critical operations requiring both visual and navigational insight.


📡 Seamless Integration with Drone & Control Systems

Supporting HDMI, DisplayPort (DP), and SDI video inputs, CDS PBP monitors integrate easily with popular ground control stations, video transmitters, and UAV platforms. This flexibility makes them suitable for applications such as:

  • Surveying and mapping

  • Search and rescue

  • Infrastructure and utilities inspection

  • Defence and security operations

  • Aerial cinematography and broadcast

RS232 control enables reliable external system integration and precise display management in complex operational environments.

🗺️ Enhanced Situational Awareness

Operators can monitor high-resolution aerial video alongside telemetry, GPS maps, or thermal imaging feeds in real time. This multi-view capability supports faster, more informed decision-making in both field and command-centre deployments.


💡 Ultra-High-Definition Visual Performance

Available in Full HD and 4K resolutions, CDS PBP monitors deliver sharp, detailed imagery for both live video and graphical interfaces—reducing the risk of missed details during critical missions.

⚡ Rugged, Field-Ready Design

Engineered for demanding environments, CDS PBP monitors feature:

  • Anti-glare display treatments

  • Wide viewing angles

  • Robust enclosures resistant to dust, vibration, and harsh conditions

This makes them ideal for outdoor use, mobile command units, and fixed control room installations.

Defence, Marine & Industrial Display Solutions

In addition to PBP monitor technology, Crystal Display Systems offers a comprehensive portfolio of defence, marine, and industrial-grade display and Panel PC solutions, including:

  • ✅ MIL-grade connectors and cabling

  • ✅ Defence and military-grade displays & Panel PCs

  • ✅ PCAP and RTP touchscreen options with true-flat design

  • ✅ Full IP65 / IP66 / IP67 environmental protection

  • ✅ Wide operating temperature range: -20°C to +70°C

  • ✅ Wide-range DC input: 9–36V

  • ✅ Stainless steel SS304 / SS316 enclosures

  • ✅ Air bonding and optical bonding options

  • ✅ Anti-Glare (AG), Anti-Reflective (AR), and Anti-Fingerprint (AF) coatings

Custom Solutions from CDS

As a value-added display specialist, CDS can tailor PBP monitors and rugged display systems to meet specific drone, defence, marine, or industrial requirements—ensuring the right performance, reliability, and compliance for every application.

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