Collins Aerospace, a business unit of RTX, has announced the initial deliveries of its upgraded Venue cabin management system (CMS). This new version features advanced smart monitors and an improved graphical user interface (GUI), enhancing the entertainment experience and usability for both operators and passengers.
With over 1,700 installations across more than 50 aircraft models, Venue stands as the most widely deployed system of its kind. The latest version continues its technological evolution, now offering 4K-enabled resolutions, comprehensive cabin controls, and a redesigned user interface that ensures a simplified, consistent user experience across advanced touchscreens, seat controls, and a mobile application.
“The enhanced user interface and smart architecture not only advance Venue’s market-leading capabilities and dependability, but also establish a firm foundation on which customers can seamlessly build onto their system as future technology upgrades become available,” said Nathan Voight, Vice President and General Manager of Business and Regional Avionics at Collins Aerospace. He added, “Collins’ network of trusted dealer partners has been instrumental in the integration and deployment of our upgraded Venue system, evolving the inflight experience to what passengers expect in ground applications.”
The Venue smart monitor can be integrated directly into a complete Venue cabin system or function as a standalone inflight entertainment (IFE) solution. This flexibility allows customers to enjoy their favourite movies, shows, personal content, or Collins’ HD Airshow in ultra-high definition.
Available in five sizes, the versatile smart monitor offers flexible integration options and streamlined software upgrades, making it suitable for everything from VVIP aircraft to very light jets. The new system consolidates underfloor hardware into the monitor’s robust internal processor, reducing weight and conserving power consumption.
The elegantly upgraded GUI features a modernized menu structure and consistent iconography across device interfaces, simplifying cabin controls with intuitive features that require fewer touchpoints for users to achieve their desired results.
Demonstrations of the enhanced Venue system, complete with smart monitor and upgraded GUI, are available at Collins Aerospace booth #2041 during the 2024 NBAA-BACE show in Las Vegas, Nevada.
