Introduction to LINK 16/MIDS LVT - MilCIS
Introduction to LINK 16/MIDS LVT - MilCIS
Introduction to LINK 16/MIDS LVT - MilCIS
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Link <strong>16</strong> Terminals<br />
� Joint Tactical Information Distribution System<br />
(JTIDS)<br />
� JTIDS refers <strong>to</strong> the communications component of Link <strong>16</strong> and<br />
includes the Class 2 terminal family software, hardware, and RF<br />
equipment.<br />
� Multifunctional Information Distribution System<br />
(<strong>MIDS</strong>)<br />
� <strong>MIDS</strong> also refers <strong>to</strong> the communications component of Link <strong>16</strong><br />
and includes the <strong>MIDS</strong> Low Volume Terminal (<strong>LVT</strong>) 1, <strong>LVT</strong> 2<br />
and <strong>LVT</strong> 3 family of terminals’ software, hardware, and RF<br />
equipment.<br />
� <strong>MIDS</strong> Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS)<br />
� Software configurable tactical radios providing LOS/BLOS Link<br />
<strong>16</strong> and other C4i communication capabilities <strong>to</strong> the warfighters.<br />
� Small Tactical Terminal (STT)<br />
� STT is a new generation of Link <strong>16</strong> and V/UHF Data radio that is<br />
designed for the tactical edge user. Smaller size, weight, and<br />
power make it a perfect fit for mobile ground/surface and light<br />
aircraft applications.<br />
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