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AN/PRC-152(C)/AN/VRC-110 

Applications and Accessory Handbook 

Applications Handbook

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 

AN/PRC-152(V)1(C) Handheld . . . . . . . . 2 

Type-1 Multiband Handheld Transceiver 

AN/PRC-152(V)2(C) Handheld . . . . . . . . 3 

Type-1 Multiband Handheld with 

Embedded GPS Receiver 

AN/PRC-152(V)3(C) 20-Meter Maritime . . . 4 

Feature/Mode Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . 5 

VULOS (VHF/UHF/Line-Of-Sight) 

SINCGARS 

Havequick (HQ) I/II 

Radio Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 

High-Performance Waveform (HPW) 

DAMA 

APCO-P25 Waveform 

Handheld Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 

Handheld Antennas 

Handheld Cables 

Programming Kits 

Battery and Chargers 

Holsters and Bags 

Headsets 

Technical Manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 

AN/PRC-152(C) and AN/VRC-110 

Applications and Accessories Handbook 

Table of Contents 

Long-Range Dual and 

Single Vehicular Systems . . . . . . . . . . . .13 

AN/VRC-110 Dual Systems 

RF-300M-HV Single Systems 

Multiband Trimline Vehicular Adapter (TVA) 

AN/VRC-110 Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 

Cables and Connectors 

Remote Control 

Audio 

Carrying Bag 

System Configuration Matrix . . . . . . . . .18 

System Configuration Diagrams 

Dual Vehicular Amplifier System 

Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 

Single Amplifier Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 

AN/VRC-110 Interconnect to VIS/VIC-3 

Intercom System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 

AN/VRC-110 Interconnect to TOCNET ® 

Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 

Vehicular and Base Station Accessories . .25 

Power Supplies 

Speakers 

Antenna Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 

Vehicular Antennas 

Fixed-Site, Base-Station Antennas 

Transportable, Base-Station Antennas 

Coaxial Cable Options 

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 

Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 

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The Harris Falcon III ® series of radio products builds upon 

the capability of the combat-proven Falcon II ® radio 

family . Designed for the Joint Tactical Radio System’s 

(JTRS) Version 2 .2 Software Communications Architecture 

(SCA), Falcon III radios provide a new level 

of waveform flexibility . Able to port in any SCAstandard 

waveform from the JTRS library, Falcon 

III radios are ideal for situations requiring the 

SCA 2 .2 certified architecture . Several frequencyhopping 

ECCM waveforms are provided for the 

Falcon III transceivers . 

Falcon III radio products contain many times 

the processing power of other multiband 

radios, yet maintain interoperability 

with the Falcon II family 

of radios . Though the radio 

architecture has changed, the 

AN/PRC-152(C) features the 

man-machine interface of 

the AN/PRC-117F(C) multiband 

manpack transceiver, 

its manpack radio counterpart 

. To complement the 

AN/PRC-152(C)’s portability, 

high-power vehicular amplifiers 

are available with “jerkand-run” 

capabilities for quickdismount 

operations . 

The AN/PRC-152(C) multiband handheld 

radio is a powerful, lightweight, 

Type-1 secure voice and data radio that combines 

several radios into one: 

n Low-band VHF capabilities for SINCGARS combat net radio 

n High-band VHF capabilities for public safety and groundto-air 

applications 

n UHF capabilities for military ground-to-air communications 

n UHF tactical satellite communications 

Certified by the National Security Agency (NSA) for 

secure communications up to the TOP SECRET level, the 

AN/PRC-152(C) includes the Sierra II encryption module . 

Scaled for power-conscious handheld use, Sierra II was 

selected as the cryptographic architecture standard under 

the JTRS Ground Mobile Radio (GMR) program . 

Introduction 


Applications and Accessories Handbook 1 

Aggressive power management techniques within 

the AN/PRC-152(C) provide many hours of operation 

when powered from a single battery—up to 8 hours 

on one charge . This high-capacity, rechargeable lithium ion 

battery features a quick-twist mount for easy connect and 

disconnect . 

With a JTRS-approved architecture and SCA-certified operating 

environment, the AN/PRC-152(C) provides the optimal transition 

to JTRS technology . The AN/PRC-152(C) is the multiband, 

multimission tactical radio enabling today’s warfighter to take 

on tomorrow’s missions . 



Type-1 Multiband Handheld Transceiver 

The AN/PRC-152 single-channel, multiband 

handheld radio provides secure voice and data 

communications and is NSA certified for traffic 

up to the TOP SECRET level . The radio covers 

30 to 512 MHz and provides an adjustable 

transmit output power up to 5 watts (PEP AM/ 

FM) across the full band . The transceiver uses 

the Harris Sierra II software programmable 

encryption module, designed to maximize 

battery life in battery-powered radios . Sierra 

II supports all JTRS COMSEC and TRANSEC 

requirements and has been selected as 

the standard encryption architecture for 

the JTRS GMR program . 

The AN/PRC-152 supports numerous 

device compatibility modes: KY-57/ 

VINSON, ANDVT/KYV-5, KG-84C, 

and Fascinator, plus multiple supporting, 

multiple fill devices and 

modes such as DS-101 and DS-102 . The AN/PRC-152 

supports SINCGARS, Havequick II, VHF/UHF AM and FM, 

DAMA, and MIL-STD-188-181B, which provides Advanced 

Narrowband Digital Voice Terminal (ANDVT) voice and up to 

56 kbits/sec data . Both Havequick II and VHF/UHF AM and FM 

waveforms are ported versions of the JTRS library waveforms, 

validating the AN/PRC-152’s JTRS architecture . 

The SCA-certified architecture of the AN/PRC-152 provides 

over 20 times the processing power of currently fielded Type-1 

handhelds, representing state-of-the-art radio technology to 

ensure software upgradability well into the future . The radio 

is able to store multiple fill files in memory, extending the 

time between reconfigurations . A menu-driven, man-machine 

interface makes operation and reconfiguration quick and easy . 

The AN/PRC-152’s digital design is fully programmable for 

software-based upgrades . 

Included with the AN/PRC-152(V)1(C) transceiver: 

n Rechargeable Li Ion battery 

n High-performance broadband antenna, 30–512 MHz 

n Operations card 

n AN/PRC-152(C) E-Pub Series CD containing the following 

publications: 

n AN/PRC-152 SINCGARS Pocket Guide 

n AN/PRC-152 DAMA waveform Supplement 

n AN/PRC-152 Quick Reference Guide 

n AN/PRC-152 Operation Manual 

n AN/PRC-152 Operator Card 

n Falcon III Application Programming Manual 

n AN/PRC-152 IMITS 

AN/PRC-152(V)1(C) Handheld 



Standard Features: 

n 30–512 MHz simplex and half duplex frequency range 

n SCA v2 .2 operating environment 

n Sierra II Programmable Cryptographic Module with internal 

VINSON, ANDVT/KYV-5, KG84C, FASCINATOR, and AES 

encryption 

n Adjustable 5-watt output power with 10-watt SATCOM 

burst mode 

n 5 kHz, 12 .5 kHz, or 25 kHz channel bandwidth 

n VHF/UHF fixed frequency 

n SINCGARS ESIP 

n UHF SATCOM, MIL-STD-188-181B 

n 5 kHz/NB Mixed Excitation Linear Predictive (MELP) coding 

n TX and RX OTAR 

n CTCSS and CDCSS LMR squelch tones, and 150 Hz tone 

squelch 

n Swept-tone Beacon programming 

n Wireless radio-to-radio cloning 

n Built-In Test Equipment (BITE) 

n External PLGR and DAGR compatible 



The AN/PRC-152(V)2(C) includes all the features of the 

AN/PRC-152(V)1(C) and incorporates a 12-channel, C/A code 

GPS receiver embedded into the handheld transceiver . The 

GPS receiver is fully integrated with the radio architecture 

and can be used to supply Time-of-Day (TOD) synchronization 

for ECCM waveforms, local position information on the 

radio display, and automatic position reporting for situational 

awareness on the battlefield . The radio front panel displays 

the position, altitude, and speed received by the GPS module . 

Position can be displayed in grid format (MGRS) or latitude 

and longitude . Accurate time derived from the GPS system is 

also displayed . A small GPS antenna suitable for 

portable use is included with the AN/PRC-152(V)2(C) . Other 

GPS antennas are available for order separately . 

Included with the AN/PRC-152(V)2(C) transceiver: 

n Rechargeable Li ion battery 

n High-performance broadband antenna, 30–512 MHz 

n Handheld-mounted GPS antenna 

n AN/PRC-152(C) E-Pub Series CD 

The radio’s digital design is fully programmable 

for software-based upgrades. 

AN/PRC-152(V)2(C) Handheld 

Type-1 Multiband Handheld With Embedded GPS Receiver 





A 20-meter maritime version of the AN/PRC-152 is also available . 

This version retains all the capabilities and connector interfaces 

of the AN/PRC-152 basic version, and also includes an optional 

embedded GPS receiver . Both are submersible to 20 meters per 

MIL-STD-810F . 

Included with the 20-meter AN/PRC-152(C) transceiver: 

n Rechargeable Li ion battery 

n Broadband blade antenna, 30–512 MHz, rated to 20 meters 

n High-performance, low-band VHF blade antenna, 30–108 MHz, 

rated to 20 meters 

n AN/PRC-152(C) E-Pub Series CD 

n GPS option 

AN/PRC-152(V)3(C) 20-Meter Maritime 



AN/PRC-152(V)3(C) 

20-Meter 

Maritime Radio 

12041-1600-01 

AN/PRC-152(V)4(C) 

20-Meter 

Maritime Radio 

with GPS 

12041-1600-01 



VULOS (VHF/UHF/Line-Of-Sight) 

Line-Of-Sight (LOS), SATCOM and Beacon 

The AN/PRC-152(C) can be programmed manually or via 

Communications Programming Application (CPA) with up to 

100 nets, including LOS, SATCOM or Beacon data . The radio 

can be configured to support multiple COMSEC types and 

modulations per waveform . 

SINCGARS 

The AN/PRC-152(C) has SINCGARS capability, meeting 

MIL-STD-188-241-1 (ICOM Mode 2/3), Mode 1, and SIP/ESIP 

specifications for voice/data transmission . The radio is interoperable 

in voice and SDM and EDM data modes . It performs 

TX/RX HOPSET, ERF, Cold Start, and OTAR, storing up to 25 

TSKs and 25 TEKs for programming up to 100 SINCGARS nets . 

Additionally, the radio has master or member selection, Late 

Net Entry (LNE), F-NET changing, and CUE functions . GTOD 

can be entered manually, via LNE, or via external PLGR or 

NMEA-183 device . SC or FH retransmit is accomplished 

utilizing two AN/PRC-152(C) radios and a retransmit cable . 

Havequick (HQ) I/II 

Features/Modes 

The AN/PRC-152(C) can be programmed manually or via 

CPA with up to 100 HQ I/II nets, including WOD, MWOD, 

FMT, and HQ I/II Active Net data . The radio can receive HQ 

Time-of-Day from an external PLGR or DAGR device, or RX/TX 

TOD “Mickey” using the Keypad/Display Unit (KDU) menus . 

While in HQ mode, the radio can be programmed to monitor 

a GUARD channel . The radio supports Initial channel and Hop 

channel switching . 



12041-8940-0005 | High-Performance Waveform 

(HPW) (Option) 

HPW securely transfers large files on wide- and narrowband 

dedicated SATCOM channels and line-of-sight (LOS) nets . The 

HPW waveform is three to five times faster than many fielded 

data systems . The waveform’s advanced techniques include: 

over-the-air data rates of up to 64 Kbps LOS and 56 Kbps on 

UFOWB SAT channels; error-free delivery using ARQ protocols, 

with black side encryption; and automatic waveform adaptation 

based on varying channel conditions . The radio’s PPP 

interface connects to supplied PC port drivers . No external PC 

card is required . 12041-7180-A006 PPP Data Cable required 

for operation . 

12041-8940-0011 | DAMA (Option) 

The AN/PRC-152(C) DAMA option offers JITC-certified UHF 

DAMA-SATCOM, including MIL-STD-188-182A (5KHz) and 

MIL-STD-188-183A (25KHz) . The JTRS-approved AN/PRC-152 

is the first SCA-compliant handheld radio to provide JITC certified 

DAMA . 

12041-8940-0001 | APCO-P25 (P25) Waveform 

(Option) 

This software-only waveform option provides the APCO-P25 

waveform, enabling civilian interoperability across manufacturers 

and between a variety of local and federal agencies . The 

waveform includes analog and digital conventional (IMBE) 

modes of operation in both the VHF and UHF P25 bands . P25 

can be operated in either PT or with included Type III DES and 

AES encryption . 

Bundled Options 

Radio Options 

12041-8940-0006 | HPW and P25 Waveforms 

12041-8940-0013 | HPW and DAMA 

12041-8940-0014 | HPW, DAMA, and P25 

12041-8940-0015 | HPW and Havequick 

12041-8940-0016 | HPW, Havequick, and DAMA 



Handheld Antennas 

The recommended antennas for portable applications are 

listed below . Vehicular and fixed-site antennas can be found 

in the Antenna Options section of this handbook . 

12011-2730-01 | VHF/UHF Blade Antenna 

A 45-inch 30–512 MHz blade antenna with goose neck, 

supplied with the AN/PRC-152 Handheld Radio, removing the 

need to carry two antennas . 

12011-2710-01 | Broadband Blade Antenna 

A short 20-meter rated mini blade antenna that covers the 

AN/PRC-152’s full 30-512 MHz frequency range for multiband 

operations . (Supplied with 20-meter maritime version) . 

12011-2700-01 | One-Meter VHF Blade Antenna 

This one-meter (3 .3-foot) VHF blade antenna with a gooseneck 

base provides increased communications range when 

operating the AN/PRC-152 Handheld Radio in the 30–108 

MHz VHF frequency band . 

12011-2720-01 | 45-inch VHF Blade Antenna 

(20-meter rated) 

This blade antenna with a goose neck functions the same as 

the 12011-2700-01 One-Meter VHF Blade Antenna (above), 

but has a 20-meter immersion rating . (Supplied with 20-meter 

maritime version) . 

Handheld Accessories 



12102-2700-01 | High Band Blade Antenna 

A short 20-meter rated mini blade antenna covering the 

30–870 MHz high band range of the AN/PRC-152 Handheld 

Radio . 

12031-2700-01 | UHF Whip Antenna 

A short “rubber duck” style antenna covering the 225–450 

MHz UHF frequency band . 

RF-3163-AT001 | SATCOM Antenna 

This SATCOM on-the-move antenna attaches directly to the 

AN/PRC-152(C), allowing low profile mobile SATCOM in geographically 

advantageous locations . 

12041-6550-01 | Handheld GPS Antenna 

A removable active antenna designed for use with 

AN/PRC-152 models containing an internal GPS receiver . 

(Supplied with GPS-equipped radio) . 

10511-0400-01 | Remoteable GPS Flat Package Antenna 

This GPS antenna is a small active antenna with a 1 .8-meter 

pendant cable . The cable has an SMB female connector to 

attach to AN/PRC-152(V)2(C) radios containing an internal 

GPS receiver . 



Handheld Antennas (Continued) 

RF-3161-AT001 | VHF Dismount Soldier Antenna 

The VHF Dismount Soldier Antenna has a 69-inch flexible 

gooseneck and flexible blade with sophisticated matching 

circuitry to enable 30–108 MHz . This ergonomic antenna 

comes with clamps to attach to standard web gear or rucksack 

and conforms to the body, which increases mobility for 

urban combat . The VHF Dismount Soldier Antenna can also 

be elevated into a tree or other structure for extended range 

when required . 

RF-3162-AT001 | Multiband Dismount Soldier Antenna 

The Multiband Dismount Soldier Antenna is similar to the VHF 

version, but is intended for the 30–512 MHz frequency band . 

The 65-inch antenna has three gooseneck sections and a 

flexible blade . This ergonomic antenna comes with clamps to 

attach to standard web gear or rucksack and conforms to the 

body, which increases mobility for urban combat . The RF-3162 

antenna can also be elevated into a tree or other structure . 

(Antenna requires radio firmware of 5.1 or better for proper operation.) 




RF-3080-AT001 | High Gain UHF SATCOM Antenna 

The antenna is a rapid deploy, high gain, crossed yagi antenna 

for SATCOM communications . It folds down to a compact 

18 .5 x 6 x 6-inch package and is 40 x 24 x 24 inches when 

deployed . This antenna provides +7 .0 to 11 dBic gain with 

righthand polarization . The 3 dB beamwidth is 85 inches . The 

RF-3080-AT001 includes the crossed dipole driven elements, a 

set of reflectors, two director extension kits, tripod, a coaxial 

cable with BNC connectors, carrying case, and instructions . 

Deployment time is less than one minute . 



Handheld Cables 

12041-7110-A1 | Data and Remote Control Cable 

The data and remote control cable is used to connect the 

AN/PRC-152 to a computer for asynchronous (RS-232) and 

synchronous (DTE) data applications such as RF-3700H HUITS 

or RF-6760W WMT . The “Y-cable” features 25-pin and 9-pin 

D connectors for attaching to data devices . Length: 6 feet . 

12041-7290-A06 | SYNC/ASYNC Data cable 

Similar to the 12041-7110-A1 Data and Remote Control “Y” 

Cable, but only features the 25 pin connector . 

12041-7220-A1 | USB Programming Cable 

The USB programming cable is used to connect the 

AN/PRC-152 to a computer for loading waveforms and plan 

data into the radio via a drag-and-drop programming 

interface . 

12041-7130-A1 | Retransmission Cable 

The retransmission cable is used when connecting two 

AN/PRC-152 radios in a repeater configuration . A high-power 

retransmission system can be created by using this cable with 

the AN/VRC-110 50-watt vehicular power amplifier . Internal 

collocation filtering in the AN/VRC-110 power amplifier 

reduces the need for external filters . Length: 50 feet . 

12041-5490-A006 | Falcon III KDU to AN/PRC-152 Cable 

This cable is used to connect the new Falcon III Keypad/Display 

Unit (KDU) directly to the AN/PRC-152 . Length: 6 feet . 




12041-7150-A1 | Crypto Programming Cable 

This cable is used when programming the Sierra II reprogrammable 

cryptographic module embedded within the 

AN/PRC-152 radio . The cable contains a DB-9 connector for 

interfacing to the crypto loader and a 6-pin circular connector 

for attaching to the radio audio/fill connector . Length: 6 feet . 

12041-7160-A1 | DTD Test Station Cable 

12041-7170-A006 | GPS Interface Cable 

This cable is used to connect an external GPS receiver to the 

AN/PRC-152 radio for Time-of-Day synchronization and position 

reporting operations . The cable is compatible with PLGR 

and DAGR GPS receivers . Length: 6 feet . 

12041-7180-A006 | PPP Data Cable 

This cable is used to connect an external computer to the 

AN/PRC-152 radio for data applications such as the Harris 

Wireless Messaging Terminal RF-6760W-HPW . Length: 6 feet . 

12053-6400-01 | P25 to KVL3000+ Adapter cable 

This cable is used to connect the KVL3000+ to the radio for 

loading APCO-P25 keys . 



Programming Kits 

12041-1030-01 | Crypto Reprogramming Kit 

This kit contains the items necessary to reprogram the 

Sierra II reprogrammable crypto module embedded within 

the AN/PRC-152 radio . Included in the kit is the Sierra terminal 

programming software on CD-ROM, one 12041-7150-A1 

Sierra II Programming Cable, and instruction manual . 

Both 12041-1040-01 Mission Planning Kit and 12041-1030-01 Crypto 

Reprogramming Kits are required to perform a full radio firmware 

upgrade. 

12041-1040-01 | Mission Planning Kit 

This kit contains the items necessary to load mission plans 

into the AN/PRC-152 radio . Included in the kit is the 

RF-6550M Radio Programming Application (RPA) software 

on CD-ROM, one 12041-7220-A1 USB Programming Cable, 

one 12041-7160-A1 DTD Test Cable, and instruction manual . 

Both 12041-1040-01 Mission Planning Kit and 12041-1030-01 Crypto 

Reprogramming Kits are required to perform a full radio firmware 

upgrade. 

RF-6550M | Multiband Radio Programming 

Application 

Software application for programming the radio . 




Battery and Chargers 

12041-2100-02 | Rechargeable, High-Capacity 

Li Ion Battery 

For use with the AN/PRC-152 and RF-5800 handheld radios . 

This advanced battery has a “smart” battery interface that 

provides an accurate measure of the remaining charge . 

RF-5911-PS001 | AA Battery Adapter 

This adapter allows commercially available AA batteries to 

power the AN/PRC-152(C) . Connecting directly to the radio, 

the adapter can provide in excess of 8 hours of battery life at 

typical duty cycles from a single set of batteries . 

RF-5912-PS001 | DC Battery Adapter/Charger 

This adapter attaches directly to the AN/PRC-152(C) and 

allows the radio to be powered from a wide range of DC 

power inputs (10 .5–32 VDC), including BB-5590 and 

BB-2590 batteries . The adapter also supports simultaneous 

recharging of an attached 12041-2100-02 High-capacity 

Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery . A 15-foot unterminated 

cable is included with the adapter . The back of the adapter 

includes points for vehicular mounting . 



Battery and Chargers (Continued) 

RF-5853-CH001 | Single-Bay Li Ion Battery Charger 

The battery charger is compatible with the 12041-2100-02 Li 

Ion Handheld Battery . The charger has a single charging bay 

with integrated battery conditioning and recovery capability . 

Front-panel indicators identify the battery charging state in 

addition to conditioning or fault status . Typical charge time is 

approximately 6 hours . The desktop charger is provided with 

U .S . and European power cords . 

RF-5853-CH002 | Two-Bay Li Ion Battery Charger 


Ion Handheld Battery . The charger has two charging bays with 

integrated battery conditioning and recovery capability . Frontpanel 

indicators identify the battery charging state in addition 

to conditioning or fault status . Typical charge time is approximately 

6 hours . The desktop charger is provided with U .S . and 

European power cords . 

RF-5853-CH006 | Six-Bay Rapid Li Ion Battery Charger 


Ion Handheld Battery . The charger has six charging bays with 

integrated battery conditioning and recovery capability . Frontpanel 

indicators identify the battery charging state in addition 

to conditioning or fault status . Typical charge time is approximately 

6 hours . The desktop charger is provided with U .S . and 

European power cords . 




Holsters and Bags 

RF-5932-CA001 (Digital Camo) | RF-5932-CA002 (Black) 

RF-5932-CA003 (Coyote Brown) 

Handheld Radio Holster 

The lightweight radio holster is made of durable Cordura ® 

fabric and incorporates Alice clips or Molle straps for attachment 

to a variety of load-bearing vests and other gear . The 

radio can be secured in the holster to prevent loss during operations 

. Openings in the front and side of the holster provide 

access to radio interface and data connections, allowing full 

operation of the radio while it is secured in the holster . 

RF-5933-CA001 (Digital Camo) | RF-5933-CA002 (Black) 

RF-5933-CA003 (Coyote Brown) 

Handheld Radio Flip-Down Holster 

This holster is made of durable nylon fabric and incorporates 

Alice clips or Molle straps for attachment to a variety of loadbearing 

vests and other gear . The flip-down feature of the holster 

allows the user to access the radio front-panel keypad and 

display without removing the radio from the holster . Openings 

in the side of the holster provide access to radio interface 

and data connections, allowing full operation of the radio . 

The radio can be secured in the holster to prevent loss during 

operations . 



Holsters and Bags (Continued) 

12041-1595-01| Handset Radio Accessory Bag 

The lightweight accessory bag is made of durable nylon 

and incorporates Molle straps for attachment to a variety of 

load-bearing vests and other gear . The bag is large enough 

to accommodate the handheld radio and several accessories 

including batteries, antennas, and headsets . Size: 9 W x 15 H 

x 5 D inches . 

Headsets 

12041-3100-01 | Lapel Speaker Microphone 

The Harris Lapel Speaker Microphone allows users to transmit 

and receive audio messages remotely using the AN/PRC-152 . 

The durable design is MIL-STD-810F tested and provides a 

2 .5-mm accessory port for easy connections to a headset . The 

Lapel Speaker Microphone also provides a clip-on style connector 

that is suitable for attachment to a lapel shirt pocket 

and allows for 360° rotation . 

RF-5963-HS001 | Tactical Maritime Headset 

This headset is 20-meter rated with a single push-to-talk 

switch that attaches with a clothing clip . The PTT box is 

designed not to activate from 20 meters depth . 




RF-3020-HS001 | Submersible Headset 

A single push-to-talk switch is included and is typically chest 

mounted using the attached clothing clip . The headset is submersible 

to 1 meter and is designed to meet tactical environmental 

conditions . 

RF-3020-HS002 | Submersible Headset With Sniper 

Switch 

This headset has two push-to-talk switches . One switch is typically 

chest mounted using the clothing clip for attachment . 

The second push-to-talk switch is silent (sniper switch), typically 

worn on the palm . The headset is submersible to 1 meter 

and is designed to meet tactical environmental conditions . 

RF-3020-HS003 | Headset 

A single push-to-talk switch is included and is typically chest 

mounted using the attached clothing clip . The headset is 

weather-proof (but not submersible) and is designed to meet 

tactical environmental conditions . 

RF-3020-HS004 | Headset With Sniper Switch 

This headset has two push-to-talk switches . One switch is typically 

chest mounted using the clothing clip for attachment . 

The second push-to-talk switch is silent (sniper switch), typically 

worn on the palm . The headset is weather-proof (but not 

submersible) and is designed to meet tactical environmental 

conditions . 



Headsets (Continued) 

Handheld Accessories Technical Manuals 

RF-3021-HS001 | Padded Earpiece Headset 

Lightweight, tactical headset consisting of a single padded 

earphone that is open for air circulation and allows the user 

to listen to the surrounding environment . The attached microphone 

is on an adjustable gooseneck boom . It is worn on the 

head using an adjustable cloth web and straps . A single pushto-talk 

switch is included and is typically chest mounted using 

the attached clothing clip . The headset is weather-proof (but 

not submersible) and is designed to meet tactical environmental 

conditions . 

RF-3021-HS002 | Padded Earpiece Headset With 

Sniper Switch 

This headset consists of a single padded earphone that is open 

for air circulation and allows the user to listen to the surrounding 

environment . The attached microphone is on an adjustable 

gooseneck boom . It is worn on the head using an adjustable 

cloth web and straps . This headset has two push to-talk 

switches . One switch is typically chest mounted using the 

clothing clip for attachment . The second push-to-talk switch 

is silent (sniper switch), and typically worn on the palm . The 

headset is weather-proof (but not submersible) and is designed 

to meet tactical environmental conditions . 

RF-5961-HS003 | Security Force Communication Set 

The Security Force Communication Set consists of an ultralightweight 

over-the-ear earpiece, a micro push-to-talk switch, 

and a lapel-clipped microphone . It is ruggedized, but is not 

intended for sustained use in tactical environments . The Security 

Force Communication Set is ideal for paramilitary organizations 

such as law enforcement agencies and border patrol . 



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contacts, and procedures for shipping . For further 

details go to https://premier.harris.com/. 

AN/PRC-152(C) 

Available on Premier website. 

n Operator Card—10515-0283-4010 

n SINCGARS System Pocket Guide—10515-0283-4000 

n Quick Reference Guide—10515-0283-4100 

n AN/PRC-152 DAMA Supplement—10515-0283-4030 

n Operation Manual—10515-0283-4200 

n Intermediate Maintenance Manual—10515-0283-4300 

n AN/PRC-152 Mission Planning and Programming User’s 

Guide—10515-0307-4200 

10515-0283-7100 | Computer-Based Training 


The computer-based training DVD is a training aid that teaches 

AN/PRC-152 operation using pre-recorded lessons conducted 

by a subject matter expert . Viewers can navigate through the 

many instructional lessons on the DVD to focus on the topics 

of interest . 

10515-0283-7200 | IMITS Training CD 


The Integrated Multimedia Interactive Training System (IMITS) 

software application is a training aid that teaches AN/PRC- 

152 Level I/II operation and programming using an interactive 

virtual on-screen radio . The standalone software runs on a 

standard Microsoft Windows-based computer and does not 

require connnection of the radio to operate . 



AN/VRC-110 Dual Systems 

The AN/VRC-110 is a series of fully integrated, high-performance 

dual multiband vehicular radio systems that include the 

AN/PRC-152(C) SCA-based handheld radio, power amplifier, 

and integrated handheld battery charger . AN/VRC-110 systems 

provide the ideal combination of long-range mounted power 

with the flexibility for on-the-fly dismounted applications . For 

increased communications reliability, the AN/VRC-110 provides 

50 watts in the 30 to 90 MHz frequency range under demanding 

VSWR conditions . Multiple power output options are available 

in the 90 to 512 MHz band . 

Each amplifier features separate VHF and UHF antenna ports 

with automatic port switching, providing the AN/VRC-110 

with true multimission capability . The operator only needs to 

select the required net on the radio to switch between ground 

communications, ground-to-air, or SATCOM communications . 

The first antenna port provides a 50-watt output from 30 to 

90 MHz . The second antenna port provides a 20 watt output 

from 90 to 512 MHz, with 50 watts in the SATCOM bands . 

Other features provided by the AN/VRC-110 include: an integrated 

handheld battery charger (battery remains attached to 

the radio) with simultaneous operation and charging, quick 

disconnect (the handheld can remain powered on while being 

removed from vehicle system), VIC-1 and VIC-3 interface, and 

heatsinking for an extended-use duty cycle . The AN/VRC-110 

interfaces to the standard MT-6352 SINCGARS install kit . 

Long-Range Dual and Single Vehicular Systems 



Included With AN/VRC-110 Dual Systems 

n AN/PRC-152(V)1(C) radios (Quantity 2; selected 

systems only) 

n Vehicular amplifier/adapter (Quantity 2) 

n Shock Mount Interface Assembly (SIM) 

n Lightweight handset (Quantity 2) 

n Accessory bag (Quantity 1) 

Feature/Mode Descriptions 

n Fully integrated and compatible with the AN/PRC-152 

n Integrates into the MT-6352 SINCGARS mount 

n Hot “jerk-and-run” design 

n High power (up to 50 watt output) 30-90 MHz band, 

can be sold in 20 watt configuration 

n Multiple power options for the 90-512 MHz band 

n Dual antenna ports (VHF/UHF) with automatic switching 

n Integrated collocation filtering 

n Integrated battery charger 

n VIC-1, VIC-3, and LS-671 audio interfaces 

n Rugged construction qualified to MIL-STD-810F 

n Operates from 26 VDC nominal 



RF-300M-HV Single Systems 

Based on the same components as the AN/VRC-110, the 

RF-300M-HV Single Systems combine the interoperability 

and upgradeability of the AN/PRC-152 with a high power 

vehicular amplifier for range extension and increased 

communication reliability . The vehicle amplifier provides 50 

watts from 30 to 90 MHz and 20 watts from 80 to 512 MHz, 

with up to 50 watts in the SATCOM bands . 

Multiple mounting options are available . Systems with the 

Shock Mount Interface Assembly (SIM) are designed to fit 

into the standard dual-width SINCGARS MT-6352 mount, 

allowing drop-in replacement of legacy systems . Systems 

with the Vehicle Interface Mount (VIM) allow for independent 

installation, and include a ruggedized shock tray and the 

necessary audio and power interfaces . 

Included in each configuration: 

n AN/PRC-152(V)1(C) radio (selected systems only) 

n Vehicular amplifier/adapter 

n Shock Mount Interface Assembly (SIM) or Vehicle Interface 

Mount (VIM) 

n Lightweight handset 

n Accessory bag 

Optional configurations: 

n 20 watts 30–512 MHz and SATCOM 

n 50 watts 30–90 MHz with 5 watts 90–512 MHz and 

10 watts burst in SATCOM bands . 




Pictured with optional remote kit 

12053-6600-01 



MULTIBAND TRIMLINE VEHICULAR ADAPTER 

(TVA) 

The Falcon III ® RF-300M-TV is a multiband, low-profile, 

50-watt Trimline Vehicular Amplifier (TVA) based on the 

advanced system architecture of the AN/VRC-110 VAA . The 

TVA is designed for use with Falcon III Type-1 handheld radios . 

Its space–saving, low-profile design allows for installation in 

vehicles that lack the space needed for typical power amplifiers, 

and can create room in vehicles that have large amplifiers 

installed . The TVA uses the same ancillary devices and cables 

as the AN/VRC-110 . 

The single channel TVA provides 50 watts from 30 to 90 MHz, 

20 watts from 90 to 512 MHz, and 50 watts in SATCOM 

bands . Featuring separate VHF, UHF, and SATCOM ports combined 

with automatic port switching, the TVA provides true 

multimission capability . The operator can switch between 

ground, ground-to-air, and SATCOM simply by selecting the 

desired preset on the radio . 

Multiple mounting options are available . The TVA can be hard 

mounted or placed in a MT-6352 SINCGARS shock mount 

(mount not included) . The handheld radio is placed In the 

Handheld Remote Control Unit (HHRCU) and can be mounted 

up to 15 feet from the amplifier . 




Included with the RF-300M-TV: 

n Trimline Vehicle Adapter Unit 

n TVA Ancillary Kit 

n BNC to BNC RF Coax Cable 

n TVA/Interface Cable Assembly 

n TVA Handheld Remote Cradle Assembly (HHRCU) 

VHF Dual Systems with AN/PRC-152 (V)1(C) Included 

Product Number Radios Included 

RF-300M-TV001 No 

RF-300M-TV101 Yes 



Cables and Connectors 

12053-1400-A2 | RF Interconnection Cable (TNC-BNC) 

This 6-inch RF cable includes a 90-degree TNC connector for 

attachment to the AN/PRC-152 and a BNC connector for 

attachment to the AN/VRC-110 power amplifier . (For installations 

not using the 12049-0500-01 Antenna Adapter Switch .) 

Cable length: 7 .5 inches . Purchased separately. 

12053-1420-A2 (BNC-BNC) | RF Interconnection 

Cable—RT/Antenna Adapter Cable Assembly 

This cable is used for vehicular installations that include the 

12049-0500-01 Antenna Adapter Switch . This RF cable 

includes two BNC connectors for attachment between the 

vehicular power amplifier and the Antenna Adapter Switch . 

Cable length: 7 .5 inches . 

12049-0500-01 | Antenna Adapter Switch Assembly 

(RF T-connector) 

This TNC to BNC adapter allows the external antenna RF cable 

to be attached to the radio while still allowing the handheld 

antenna to remain connected . 

12053-6800-01 | Shock Mount Interface Assembly 

The Shock Mount Interface Assembly (SIM) interfaces the 

AN/VRC-110 Vehicular Amplifier Adapter to a standard 

MT-6352 SINCGARS mounting base . The SIM connects into 

the mounting base and distributes vehicular power and intercom 

signals (VIC-1, VIC-3 compatible) from the MT-6352 

shock tray to connectors that attach to the vehicular amplifier 

adapter . 

AN/VRC-110 Parts 



10570-0716-AXXX | DC Input Cable—VAA to 

RF-5051-PS001, RF-5055, 5056, or 5061 Power 

Supplies 

The power cable distributes power from the RF-5051PS-125 

or RF-5055 Power Supply (AC to DC) to the vehicular amplifier 

adapter . Typically used in base station configurations . 

XXX=Cable length in feet. 025=25 feet. 

10570-0705-A021 DC Input Cable 

This power cable is for 28 VDC to pigtail terminations . 

12041-7130-A2 | Retransmission Cable 

The retransmission cable is used when connecting two 

AN/PRC-152 radios in a repeater configuration . A high-power 

retransmission system can be created by using this cable with 

the AN/VRC-110 50-Watt Vehicular Power Amplifier . Internal 

collocation filtering in the AN/VRC-110 power amplifier 

reduces the need for external filters . Length: 32 .5 inches . 



Remote Control 

10553-0200-02 | Falcon III Keypad/Display Unit (KDU) 

Remote Kit 

For use with the AN/PRC-152 firmware R5 .1 .1 and above . 

Include in kit are: 

n Falcon III Keypad/Display Unit 

n AN/PRC-152 to Falcon III KDU Cable 

12053-6600-01 | Keypad/Display Unit (KDU) 

Remote Kit 

For use with AN/PRC-152 firmware R5 .1 .1 and above . 

See image on page 14 for amplifier configuration . 

Included in kit are: 

n Keypad/Display Unit 

n KDU adapter assembly 

n KDU extension cable 

12065-7100-02 | KDU Adapter Assembly 

Allows for connection of Remote Keypad/Display Unit to the 

vehicular amplifier adapter while still allowing data operations . 

AN/VRC-110 Parts 



RF-5940-MT001 | KDU Gimbaled Mount 

KDU Gimbaled Mount for mounting the remote KDU . Can be 

used in vehicles or on a desktop . 

Audio 

10075-1399 | Handset Modified H-250 

Carrying Bag 

12041-1595-01 | Handheld Accessory Bag 



Model Number 

System Configuration Matrix 

VHF Single Systems Purchased without Radios 

Power 

VHF/UHF/SATCOM HVM Part Number 



Vehicle Mount 

Shock Mount with VIM or 

USIM for MT-6352 

Number 

of Radios 

Included 

RF-300M-HV003 50/5/10 12053-0100-01 USIM N/A 

RF-300M-HV005 50/5/10 12053-0100-01 VIM N/A 

Model Number 

VHF Single Systems with AN/PRC-152 (V)1(C) Included 

Power 


Vehicle Mount 



Number 

of Radios 

Included 

RF-300M-HV101 50/5/10 12053-0100-01 USIM 1 


Model Number 

VHF Dual Systems Purchased without Radios 

Power 


Vehicle Mount 



Number 

of Radios 

Included 

RF-300M-HV004 50/5/10 12053-0100-01 (2) USIM N/A 

Model Number 

VHF Dual Systems with AN/PRC-152 (V)1(C) Included 

Power 


Vehicle Mount 



Number 

of Radios 

Included 

RF-300M-HV201 50/5/10 12053-0100-01 (2) USIM 2 



Model Number 


RF-300M-HV Single Systems Purchased without Radios 

Power 




Vehicle Mount 



Number 

of Radios 

Included 





Model Number 

RF-300M-HV Single Systems with AN/PRC-152 (V)1(C) Included 

Power 


Vehicle Mount 



Number 

of Radios 

Included 


RF-300M-HV110 50/20/50 12053-0100-09 VIM 1 


RF-300M-HV112 20/20/20 12053-0100-11 VIM 1 

Model Number 

AN/VRC-110 Systems Purchased without Radios 

Power 


Vehicle Mount 



Number 

of Radios 

Included 



Model Number 

AN/VRC-110 Dual Systems with AN/PRC-152 (V)1(C) Included 

Power 


Vehicle Mount 



Number 

of Radios 

Included 





Model Number 


Trimline Systems with AN/PRC-152 (V)1(C) Included 

Power 

VHF/UHF/SATCOM TVA Part Number 



Number of 

Radios Included 

RF-300M-TV101 50/20/50 12105-0100-01 1 

Model Number 

Trimline Systems Purchased without Radio 

Power 

VHF/UHF/SATCOM TVA Part Number 

Number of 

Radios Included 

RF-300M-TV001 50/20/50 12105-0100-01 N/A 



Dual Vehicular Amplifier System Configuration 

DC to Mount 

RF-5051-PS001 and RF-5055PS= 

10570-0716-AXXX 

RF-5056PS and RF-5061-PS001= 

10570-0717-AXXX 

Vehicle=105 

Mount 

SIM 

Handset directly to radio 

VAA 2 




Hard Mounted 



Single Amplifier Configuration 

Handset 

10075-1399 (H-250) 

or other headset as required 

VAA and ISC 

AN/PRC-152 

Audio 

10535-0707-A020 

12011-2710-01 

or other as required 

12049-0500-01 



12053-1420-A2 

or 

12053-1400-A2 

External Speaker Connections 

Speaker Power Cable 

10535-0713-A020 


Speaker 

RF-5980-SA001 

Handset 

Power in=J2 10570-0716-AXXX 

DC Power 

RF-5051-PS001 



AN/VRC-110 Interconnect to VIS/VIC-3 

Intercom System Configuration 

The VIS/VIC-3 Intercom system is primarily a vehicular system 

that enables users to connect multiple radio systems into a 

single driver/commander-controlled switching system . Any one 

of the connected radios can be used at any time simply by 

selecting that radio in the control box . 






AN/VRC-110 Interconnect to TOCNET ® 

Configuration 

The Tactical Operations Center Intercommunications 

System ® (TOCNET ® ) system enables users to remotely 

operate radios systems via multiple style control 

boxes (the Crew Access Unit (CAU) or the tabletop 

CAU) . This basic configuration follows the standard 

TOCNET radio configuration for the AN/VRC-110/ 

RF-300M-HV . 


12041-7320-A18 



12041-7320-A18 



Power Supplies 

RF-5051-PS001 | AC/DC Power Supply 

Power supply for up to two devices, typically an amp and 

speaker . Includes surge protection, 9-foot U .S . AC power cord 

(other voltage cords listed on page 16) and meets MIL-STD 

requirements 810F and 461E . 

RF-5055PS | AC/DC Power Supply 

Power supply, for one device, typically an amp or a speaker . 

Includes surge protection, 9-foot U .S . AC power cord (other 

voltage cords listed on page 16) and meets MIL-STD requirements 

810E . 

RF-5056PS | DC/DC Converter 

Converter provides 26 .5 volts at 20 amps peak when supplied 

with 12, 24, or 28 volts from vehicle DC system . Comes with 

15-foot DC power cable . 

RF-5061PS | DC/DC Converter 

Power supply for one device, typically an amp or speaker, 

capable of providing 30 amps at 28 VDC . It includes surge 

protection, a 9 foot U .S . AC power cord, DC input cable 

and mounting hardware . The power supply meets MIL-STD 

requirements 810F and 461E . A 12-28 VDC converter is 

needed for use in 12 VDC vehicles . Alternate voltage cords are 

listed on page 16 . 

Vehicular and Base Station Accessories 



Speakers 


Tactical Amplified Speaker 

Amplifies the headset audio output for vehicular and other 

applications . The speaker features dual 6-pin handset/headset 

connectors, individual handset/headset and speaker volume 

controls, individual handset/headset and speaker power 

switches, and a vehicular mounting bolt . It requires external 

26 VDC power . Two cables are required (ordered separately 

from the list below) . 

10535-0706-A009 9-foot speaker to 4-pin power connector 

10535-0713-A009 9 foot speaker to VIM power connection 

10535-0708-A009 9-foot speaker to unterminated leads 

10535-0707-A009 Audio cable that connects to the 

AN/PRC-152 audio connector J1 . 

10535-0706-AXXX 

Speaker Power Cable 

Speaker Power Cable with MIL four-pin connector . 

One cable required for each powered device . Cable works 

with RF-5980 . 

XXX=Cable length in feet. 025=25 feet 


10570-5982-01 

Amplified Speaker 

Amplifies the headset audio for vehicular and other applications 

. A handset can be connected to the speaker as well . The 

speaker features individual handset and volumes, plus muting 

of the speaker when the handset is keyed . It requires external 

26 VDC power . Two cables are required (ordered separately 

from the list below) . 

10570-3574-AXXX Speaker to RF-5051PS-125C Power Supply 

10570-3573-AXXX Speaker to Radio Cable (Audio Cable) 




Vehicular Antennas 

RF-3183 Multiband Antenna 

Multiband Vehicular Whip Antenna 

RF-390-AT00X (30–512 MHz) 

Multiband Vehicular Whip Antenna (2.8 m) 

RF-387-AT001 (30–108 MHz) 

Dipole Whip (3.3 m) 

RF-387-AT002 (30–108 MHz) 

Dipole Whip with GPS Antenna (3.3 m) 

RF-398-01 (30–90 MHz) 

Monopole Low-Profile (1.9 m) 

RF-398-03 (30–108 MHz) | Dipole Whip (0.3 m) 

RF-394 (116–174 MHz) | Whip (1.1 m) 

RF-397 (225–420 MHz) | Whip (0.9 m) 

RF-292 | Universal Antenna Mount 

12006-9001-01 

X-wing SATCOM Antenna, Bolt Mount 

12006-9002-01 

X-wing SATCOM Antenna, Magnet Mount 

Fixed-Site, Base-Station Antennas 

RF-291-AT001 (100-512 MHz) | Discone (8.5 m) Mast 

12006-9000-01 | High-gain SATCOM Antenna 

Refer to Handheld Accessories section for additional antenna 

options. 

Antenna Options 



Transportable, Base-Station Antennas 

RF-9070 (100–400 MHz) 

Biconical (6.1 m) Mast 

RF-3080-AT001 UHF SATCOM (240–400 MHz) 

Manpack or Base Station Antenna Set 

Refer to Page 7 for description. 

Coaxial Cable Options 

10369-7212-XXX 

BNC to BNC RG-213 Coaxial Cable 

25- to 250-foot . cable lengths . 


10513-0812-XXX 

BNC to BNC LMR400 Low Loss Cable 

25- to 150-foot . cable lengths . 




ANDVT – Advanced Narrowband Digital Voice Terminal . A 

COMSEC mode used in 5 kHz Narrowband SATCOM and 

DAMA . Compatible with the KY-99, KY-99A, and KY-100 

COMSEC encryption devices . 

APCO – The Association of Public-Safety Communications 

Officials-International (APCO) is the world’s largest organization 

dedicated to public safety telecommunications . 

APCO-25 – Project 25 (P25) or APCO-25 refer to a suite of 

standards for digital radio communications for use by federal, 

state/province and local public safety agencies in North America 

to enable them to communicate with other agencies and 

mutual aid response teams in emergencies . In this regard, P25 

fills the same role as the European Tetra protocol, although 

not interoperable with it . 

ARQ – Automatic Repeat-reQuest, an error control method for 

data transmission which makes use of acknowledgments and 

timeouts to achieve reliable data transmission . An acknowledgment 

is a message sent by the receiver to the transmitter 

to indicate that it has correctly received a data frame . Usually, 

when the transmitter does not receive the acknowledgment 

before the timeout occurs (i .e . within a reasonable amount of 

time after sending the data frame), it retransmits the frame 

until it is either correctly received or the error persists beyond a 

predetermined number of retransmissions . 

COMSEC – Communications Security . 

CTCSS or CDCSS – Continuous Tone or Continuous Digital 

Coded Squelch System . Sub-audible tones used to prevent or 

deny access into LMR repeaters and handheld radios (i .e ., FRS 

radios) . 

DS-101, DS-102 – Protocols used for loading encryption keys 

into radio equipment from Data Transfer Devices (DTDs). 

ECCM – Electronic Counter/Counter Measures . Refers to frequency 

hopping capabilities (i .e ., SINCGARS and Havequick I/II) . 

ECCM describes a variety of practices which attempt to reduce 

or eliminate the effect of Electronic countermeasures (ECM) 

on electronic sensors aboard vehicles, ships and aircraft and 

weapons such as missiles . ECCM is also known as Electronic 

Protective Measures (EPM), chiefly in Europe . In practice, 

EPM often means resistance to jamming . 

Glossary 



ESIP – Enhanced SINCGARS Improvement Program . Added 

additional data capabilities to the existing SINCGARS mode . 

Features available for 30–87 .975 MHz LOS and SINCGARS 

frequency hopping . 

FASCINATOR – Type-1 COMSEC mode used by some Motorola 

SABER II handheld radios . 

Fill files – Now referred to as MISSION Plan files . Created by 

the Falcon III Radio Programming Application that contains 

radio net parameters and radio configuration settings . The file 

is uploaded into the radio via USB connection then installed as 

an active mission plan file . 

GPS – Global Positioning System . Satellite system that is used 

to obtain positioning and time information . Typically used with 

the radio to load TOD for frequency hopping or HPW . 

GTOD – Global Time-of-Day . Time of day synchronization 

clock used by SINCGARS radio systems . 

ICOM – SINCGARS fill mode from the DTD . 

HALF DUPLEX – Refers to presets that use different frequencies 

for transmit and receive (i .e ., SATCOM) . 

HAVEQUICK – A frequency hopping mode used by the US Air 

Force in the UHF range . 

HPW – High-Performance Waveform . Satellite waveform that 

can be used on both wideband and narrowband UHF satellites 

. HPW offers high speed, reliable, error-free delivery of 

data . 

HUB – Hold Up Battery . It is recommended to replace the HUB 

annually . HUB voltage level can be tested by conducting a BIT . 

The HUB battery life can be extended by keeping the radio 

main battery on at all times or radio connected to external 

power . 



JTRS – Joint Tactical Radio System, often pronounced “jitters,” 

is planned as the next-generation radio for use by the U .S . 

military in field operations for the second decade of the 21st 

century . JTRS is a software-defined radio for voice and data 

that will be backward-compatible with a very large number 

of other military and civilian radio systems . It also includes 

Wideband Networking Software to implement full-featured 

mobile ad hoc networks . JTRS includes integrated encryption 

capabilities . The JTRS operational-requirements document was 

released in 1998 . 

kbits, kbits/sec – Kilobits per second . 

KDU – Keypad/Display Unit . Removable radio interface control 

unit . 

KG-84 – COMSEC mode used for data traffic (i .e ., HPW, 

TCM) . 

KYV-5 – COMSEC mode used for SINCGARS ESIP EDM data 

traffic . 

Li Ion – Lithium Ion . A type of rechargeable battery . 

LMR – Land Mobile Radio System (LMRS) is a term that 

denotes a wireless communications system(s) intended for use 

by terrestrial users in vehicles (mobiles) or on foot (portables) . 

Such systems are used by emergency first responder organizations, 

public works organizations, or companies with large 

vehicle fleets or numerous field staff . Such a system can be 

independent, but often can be connected to other fixed systems 

such as the public switched telephone network (PSTN) or 

cellular networks . Also called Public Land Mobile Radio or Private 

Land Mobile Radio . The Land Mobile Radio System is also 

the United States Department of Defense’s (DoD’s) new stateof-the-art 

communication system . Government contractors, 

such as Lockheed Martin, SGIS and SAIC, provide the latest in 

LMRS technology to the government and military . 

LNE - Late Net Entry . A method of entering a SINCGARS frequency 

hopping radio net by having the radio automatically 

adjust its internal clock by receiving a timing signal from the 

master station . 

Glossary (Continued) 



LOS – Line-of-Sight . LOS refers to fixed frequency (simplex) 

presets . 

MELP – Mixed-Excitation Linear Predictive coding . Voice 

encoding technique used for narrowband SATCOM and HF 

communications . 

MHz – Megahertz, Typical frequency designation . 

Mickey – Havequick Time-of-Day word used for referring to 

TOD over the air . 

MIL-STD – Military Standard . 

MIL-STD-188-181B – The Military Standard that describes 

non-DAMA SATCOM, including the CPM data capabilities . 

Referred to as MS181 in the radio (as opposed to HPW) . 

NMEA – National Marine Electronics Association 0183 

Interface Standard . Defines the interface to connect to a 

commercial GPS device (i .e ., Garmin 12 Series) . 

OTAR – Over-The-Air Rekey . Used to transmit/receive COMSEC 

variables from one radio to another . 

PEP – Peak Envelope Power. 

PLGR – Precision Lightweight GPS Receiver . Another name for 

the AN/PSN-11, which is the GPS device used by DoD . 

PPP – Point-To-Point Protocol . A networking type connection 

used from laptop to radio . An industry standard protocol that 

provides a method for transmitting datagrams (IP traffic – 

TCP/IP and UDP) over serial point-to-point links . 

RS-232 – Data protocol for unbalanced data interfaces . 

SA – Situational Awareness . Mode used to send and receive 

positional information . 

SAT – Satellite . 



SATCOM – Satellite Communications . 

SCA – Software Communications Architecture . The Software 

Communications Architecture (SCA) is an open architecture 

framework that tells designers how elements of hardware and 

software are to operate in harmony within a software-defined 

radio . SCA is a key element in the U .S . military’s Joint Tactical 

Radio System (JTRS) . It governs the structure and operation of 

the JTRS, enabling programmable radios to load waveforms, 

run applications, and be networked into an integrated system . 

A core framework, providing a standard operating environment, 

must be implemented on every hardware set . Interoperability 

among radio sets is enhanced because the same waveform 

software can be easily ported to all radio sets . 

SIMPLEX – Refers to presets that use the same frequency for 

both transmit and receive . 

SINCGARS – Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio 

System . VHF-Low ground-to-ground frequency hopping mode 

used by the U .S . Army . 

SIP, ESIP, ASIP – SINCGARS Improvement Program, Enhanced 

SINCGARS Improvement Program, Advanced SINCGARS 

Improvement Program . 

TCM – Trellis Code Modulation . Technique used for high speed 

LOS data operations (48 and 64 kbps) . 

Glossary (Continued) 



TOD – Time-of-Day used for synchronization of frequency 

hopping radio nets . 

TRANSEC – Transmission Security . 

Type-1 – NSA-approved encryption algorithms used by the 

DoD, capable of handling classified information . 

UHF – Ultra High Frequency . 225 MHz to 512 MHz . 

VAA – Vehicular Amplifier Adapter (i .e ., RF-300M-HV) . 

VHF – Very High Frequency . 90 MHz to 225 MHz . 

VHF-LO – Very High Frequency – Low Range . 

30 MHz to 90 MHz . 

VULOS – VHF, UHF Line-of-Sight . 

WB – Wideband . 





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