http://www.heads-up.com/index.php en ky@masonbaronet.com Copyright 2011 2011-03-23T21:27:19+00:00 http://www.heads-up.com/news-and-events/article/lumin-cabin-management-system http://www.heads-up.com/news-and-events/article/lumin-cabin-management-system#When:19:46:41Z Offers new level of customization and integrated design Carrollton, Texas – October 6, 2011 – Heads Up Technologies, Inc., a leading supplier of electronic solutions for general aviation and commercial aircraft, announces a cabin management system (CMS) that combines the most innovative technology with a highly flexible design. Lumin™ features touch screens that are customized to blend seamlessly into the cabin interior, preserving the integrity of the interior design of the jet. Lumin™ technology can be used to create a design that is unique to the OEM’s brand. Lumin™ takes its design cues from current trends in consumer products, such as smart phones and tablet PC’s.  “The goal was to create a timeless and elegant design that is easy-to-use,” said Rob Harshaw, president and CEO, Heads Up Technologies. “Lumin™ adopts the current trends in consumer technology. It abstracts the complexity, allowing the user to simply enjoy the experience.” Lumin™ spotlights fiber optic, distributed processing, wireless, and digital content management technologies. Passengers enjoy an intuitive touchscreen user interface, which is customized to support the branding of the interior space. The system incorporates Blu-ray, digital audio libraries, Internet, seat-to-seat texting, and cabin control functions, while simultaneously reducing weight and power consumption. Lumin™ is scalable to provide a common experience across an OEM’s entire product line:  from the smallest to the largest aircraft. Passengers will recognize and appreciate the similarity between aircraft models.  “We wanted to create a CMS with flexibility, to give OEM’s a solution that is uniquely their own. This system lets you define the level of luxury, functionality and control of each cabin,” added Harshaw. Heads Up Technologies designed and manufactured every component of Lumin™, to ensure the highest degree of integration with the fastest response time. Lumin™ technology powers the Clairity cabin technology system, which is standard on the new Cessna Citation TEN, and optional on the new Cessna Citation M2. The Citation M2 provides a wireless app user interface, which can be accessed through smart phones and tablets. Heads Up Technologies will reveal the Lumin™ CMS at the National Business Aviation Association convention on October 10-12, 2011. To download this press release click here. 2011-10-06T19:46:41+00:00 http://www.heads-up.com/news-and-events/article/visit-heads-up-at-nbaa http://www.heads-up.com/news-and-events/article/visit-heads-up-at-nbaa#When:15:50:17Z Heads Up Technologies introduced its all new trade show booth, featuring the Lumin™ Cabin Management System —the latest in entertainment, information, and cabin control, at the NBAA convention held Oct 10-12 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. “This was our 31st NBAA Convention” says Rob Harshaw, President/CEO of Heads Up Technologies.  “We’ve come a long way since our first showing of the Heads Up Checklist at the 1985 NBAA in New Orleans – we rented tables there at the show and made our booth on the spot” he recalls. “This year we are very excited about introducing Lumin™ and looking forward to feedback from aircraft owners and OEMs” adds David Groos, SVP Marketing for Heads Up.  “The new booth - imagined, engineered, and constructed by our entertainment division - is a unique blend of elegant simplicity and technology which further exemplifies the extraordinary talent Heads Up brings to the design process.” 2011-08-05T15:50:17+00:00 http://www.heads-up.com/news-and-events/article/ain2011 http://www.heads-up.com/news-and-events/article/ain2011#When:15:32:59Z The September, 2011 issue of Aircraft International News (AIN) rated Heads Up number one for product reliability and number two for overall product support.  Comments from customers included “never a problem with this unit once it was installed” and “once a passenger briefing system is installed, it is good almost forever”. “Reliability is key to our OEM customers’ said Jim Found, VP of Customer Service for Heads Up Technologies.  “Our product development process includes multiple rounds of Highly Accellerated Life Testing (HALT) and DO160 prescreening to ensure our products are reliable by design” he added. “Jim Found’s background with Disney has prepared him to lead our Customer Service group.  He knows customers value respect and he values and respects their time.  This Survey is a testament to his commitment to the customer.” said Rob Harshaw, President/CEO of Heads Up Technologies. To view the complete article click here. 2011-08-05T15:32:59+00:00 http://www.heads-up.com/news-and-events/article/2011-shows-events http://www.heads-up.com/news-and-events/article/2011-shows-events#When:21:27:19Z 2012 Trade Show Schedule: National AEA, Washington, D.C., April 3-6 Canada AEA Regional, Calgary, Alberta, August 28-29 West Regional AEA, Reno, NV, September 11-13 East AEA Regional, Naples, FL, September 26-28 Central Regional AEA, Dallas, TX, October 17-19 NBAA National Convention, Orlando, FL, October 30 - November 1 In addition, we attend many OEM Operator Conferences and are pleased to have distribution partner representation at other conferences including: NBAA Regional, New Orleans, LA, February 2 Heli-Expo 2012, Dallas, TX, February 11-14 Sun ‘n Fun, Lakeland, FL, March 27 - April 1 NBAA Regional, Van Nuys, CA, April 12 Europe AEA Regional, Frankfurt, Germany, April 23-25 EBACE 2012, Geneva, Switzerland, May 14-16 Regional Airline Association, Minneapolis, MN, May 21-24 NBAA Regional, Teterboro, NJ, June 7 NBAA Regional, Seattle, WA, September 20 South Pacific AEA Regional, Adelaide, Australia, November 12-14 For more information or to arrange a demonstration of Heads Up products, please click here. 2011-03-23T21:27:19+00:00 http://www.heads-up.com/news-and-events/article/integrated-in-flight-entertainment-system http://www.heads-up.com/news-and-events/article/integrated-in-flight-entertainment-system#When:17:36:19Z System integrates High Definition monitors, Blu-ray players, ultra-thin passenger controllers, satellite radio and much more for small and mid-size cabins. Carrollton, Texas – March 10, 2011 – Heads Up Technologies, Inc., a leading supplier of electronic solutions for general aviation and commercial aircraft, has developed a new In-Flight Entertainment System designed specifically for small to mid-sized cabins. Heads Up’s system delivers the functionality and quality associated with high-end systems, but at an affordable price. A “Best-in-Class” viewing experience and a large variety of audio entertainment options are offered as standard - all easily managed with an ultra-thin passenger control panel that integrates smoothly into cabin interiors where space is at a premium. Eliminating the need for additional loose components such as handheld remote controls, the passenger control panel has an integrated headphone jack and can be plated to match existing interiors. The Premier system supports up to (4) independent passenger controls, while an Executive system provides capacity for (8). Passengers can easily select between audio and video sources, such as Blu-ray players, gaming equipment, satellite radio, MP3’s and more. All monitors are High Definition and support wide-screen formats. Satellite radio is a standard option, and an auxiliary panel device provides for attachment of other media, such as gaming equipment and other personal audio/video entertainment devices. The system’s design reduces parts count by up to 40% from traditional systems, while providing cleaner video images. “I am very excited about this system’s unique features and design quality, all of which you’d expect to see in much larger and more expensive alternatives. The level of integration in this system is another key feature. Aircraft owners and installing dealers will benefit from avoiding installation problems and on-going maintenance issues associated with trying to piece together a collection of loosely coupled components.”, said David Groos, Sr VP, Sales and Marketing, for Heads Up. “Our approach has been to provide a mid-range entertainment system that was integrated, high functioning, easy to use and affordable.” The STC is on a Part 25 aircraft, and production deliveries are anticipated in 2nd quarter 2011. DAC International (http://www.dacint.com) will provide aftermarket distribution of the system worldwide. To download this press release click here. 2011-03-10T17:36:19+00:00 http://www.heads-up.com/news-and-events/article/spirit-avionics-prototype-faa-king-air-b300-flight-inspection http://www.heads-up.com/news-and-events/article/spirit-avionics-prototype-faa-king-air-b300-flight-inspection#When:22:00:07Z Spirit Avionics team completes the prototype Federal Aviation Administration King Air B300 Flight Inspection Aircraft Interior Enhancement upgrades. Port Columbus International Airport (CMH), Columbus, Ohio December, 2010 Spirit Avionics Ltd. has successfully completed the prototype aircraft’s upgrades for the Federal Aviation Administration. Program Management, Engineering and Certification services were provided by Spirit Avionics Ltd. The technical services for this program were performed in unison by Spirit Avionics, Lane Aviation and Tritex Air. Now that the prototype’s design has been approved by the FAA program team, Spirit Avionics and their subcontracting team will begin the process of upgrading the remaining 17 King Air B300 aircraft over the next 4 years. The program work scope included:Installed new Heads Up Technology’s cabin LED downwash, reading and entrance lights to increase cabin visibility, decrease energy consumption and increase reliability. Designed, fabricated and installed a new 4 piece main cabin headliner that can be detached without removing other interior pieces. This modification will dramatically improve ease of removal and reinstallation during maintenance events. Entire aircraft interior was refurbished with new leather and sheepskin seating surfaces, sidewall coverings, carpet and cabinetry. Designed, fabricated and installed a new Skandia aircraft interior insulation/acoustical kit. This new insulation kit reduced cabin noise by 60%. Designed, fabricated and installed a cockpit cooling fan solution. Some of the unique challenges that were encountered and overcome over the course of the upgrade were:Incomplete existing aircraft interior made fit and finish of new interior pieces difficult. Due to obsolescence of those parts from the aircraft manufacturer, many interior pieces had to be redesigned and manufactured. All modifications and upgrades performed were required to have a positive effect on maintenance efficiency and yet retain the feel of a business aircraft interior. These requirements were successfully achieved. To download this press release click here. 2009-12-01T22:00:07+00:00 http://www.heads-up.com/news-and-events/article/xm-wx-satellite-weather-receiver-for-rockwell-collins http://www.heads-up.com/news-and-events/article/xm-wx-satellite-weather-receiver-for-rockwell-collins#When:21:56:56Z The popular XM WX Satellite Weather Service will now be an option on Rockwell Collin’s Pro Line Fusion. Carrollton, Texas—- October 19, 2009—- Heads Up Technologies, Inc., a leading supplier of electronic solutions for general aviation and commercial aircraft, has been selected to provide the XM WX Satellite Weather Receiver by Rockwell Collins for its Pro Line FusionTM avioincs system. XM WX Satellite Weather was introduced at the NBAA in 2003. Since then, XM WX has grown to become the datalink weather standard, primarily due to its unique combination of XM’s powerful satellite delivery system, data partner WxWorx, and world-class avionics partners. “Rockwell Collins was the XM WX launch customer in the certified avionics world in 2003.” said Rob Harshaw, President/CEO for Heads Up. “Their selection of XM WX and Heads Up for Pro Line Fusion is evidence of XM WX’s continued leadership in the datalink weather market” he added. XM WX Satellite Weather capabilities will be on display at Heads Up Technologies’ booth # 4754 at the 2009 NBAA in Orlando. Learn more about Pro Line Fusion at Rockwell Collins’ NBAA booth #259. About Rockwell Collins Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) is a pioneer in the development and deployment of innovative communication and aviation electronic solutions for both commercial and government applications. Our expertise in flight deck avionics, cabin electronics, mission communications, information management and simulation and training is delivered by nearly 20,000 employees, and a global service and support network that crosses 27 countries. To find out more, please visit http://www.rockwellcollins.com. To download this press release click here. 2009-10-19T21:56:56+00:00 http://www.heads-up.com/news-and-events/article/led-cabin-lighting-system-for-hawker-beechcraft http://www.heads-up.com/news-and-events/article/led-cabin-lighting-system-for-hawker-beechcraft#When:21:54:24Z A complete LED cabin lighting system interfaces to the Cabin Management System to bring a new level of lighting design and sophistication to the King Air 350i. Carrollton, Texas – October 19, 2009 – Heads Up Technologies, Inc., a leading supplier of electronic solutions for general aviation and commercial aircraft, has developed and qualified the LED cabin lighting system for the Beechcraft King Air 350i. Production deliveries begin in 4th quarter, 2009. The LED cabin lighting system consisted of wash lighting, reading lights, table lights, floor lighting, entry lights, lavatory lights, and accent lighting as well as the proprietary controllers to interface all the lights to the Rockwell Collins VenueTM Cabin management system. Heads Up also provided the cockpit reading lights. The Venue system can command individual lights or the entire lighting system to change intensities. The lighting system controllers execute the change with a smooth ramping function which adds significant aesthetic value. “Heads Up has worked closely with Hawker Beechcraft engineers and interior designers to create a lighting system that compliments the new King Air 350i interior as well as adds some sophisticated new features” said Rob Harshaw, President/CEO for Heads Up. “For example, with a touch of a single button, a passenger can configure the entire cabin lighting system for optimum movie viewing without ever leaving his seat” he added. To download this press release click here. 2009-10-19T21:54:24+00:00 http://www.heads-up.com/news-and-events/article/ethernet-based-sirius-xm-satellite-radio http://www.heads-up.com/news-and-events/article/ethernet-based-sirius-xm-satellite-radio#When:21:53:17Z New receivers provide enhanced connectivity and packaging. Carrollton, Texas—- October 19, 2009—- Heads Up Technologies, Inc., a leading supplier of electronic solutions for general aviation and commercial aircraft, has developed a new series of Sirius XM Satellite Radio receivers, enabling attachment to a digital Ethernet bus. The new receivers will integrate with Honeywell’s Ovation Select™ system - a customized, high quality, reliable Digital Cabin Management System. The Ovation Select™ XM Radio will provide over 170 audio channels of news, sports, weather and music within the contiguous United States to the aircraft cabin entertainment system. Options are available for two, four or eight receivers, enabling independent passenger listening, and Ovation Select will provide command, control, and audio distribution functionality. Control of the Ovation Select™ XM Radio is provided via any of the installed control panels (Touchscreen, Select 100/200 PCUs or a handheld remote). New developments have also provided savings in weight, space and power requirements in some models. As an example, a new 8-receiver unit reduces weight and space requirements by approximately 40% over previous versions with a 30% savings in current draw. “Honeywell’s CMS was the first cabin management system to integrate the Heads Up family of XM cabin-class radio receivers. Today, we are pleased to announce another first with the introduction of an ethernet based Sirius XM radio for Honeywell’s Ovation Select™ customers.” said David Groos, Sr VP, Sales & Marketing for Heads Up Technologies. To download this press release click here. 2009-10-19T21:53:17+00:00 http://www.heads-up.com/news-and-events/article/high-intensity-led-landing-lights http://www.heads-up.com/news-and-events/article/high-intensity-led-landing-lights#When:21:48:33Z Exterior LED lighting developments enhance performance while reducing weight, power and size. Carrollton, Texas – October 19, 2009 – Heads Up Technologies, Inc., a leading supplier of electronic solutions for general aviation and commercial aircraft, has developed and qualified several high intensity LED exterior lights for the Cessna CJ family, including the landing lights. Originally developed for the CJ4, these lights are now available on production CJ1, CJ2 and CJ3 aircraft. High brightness LEDs were used to replace traditional incandescent bulbs for the landing lights, wing inspection lights, tail flood lights, and overwing exit lights. These LEDs used approximately one-third of the electrical current, reduced size, weight, waste heat, and parts count, while improving light output performance. “New developments in LED technology makes possible what seemed unreachable only a few years ago.” said Rob Harshaw, President/CEO for Heads Up. “We believe we have developed and qualified the first LED landing light that is standard equipment on a production aircraft” he added. The family of exterior lights will be on display at Heads Up’s booth #4754 at the NBAA in Orlando, Fl. To download this press release click here. 2009-10-19T21:48:33+00:00