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Packaged SystemsA simpler approach to C4ISR systems procurementThere are many systems available for providing video forfixed installation security. However, there are no costeffectivesolutions for providing nomadic, unmanned videosurveillance of areas obscured from the base or that cover thelines of communications connecting remote bases—until now.Procuring a complex C4ISR* system is usually no easy matter. Toooften customers spend substantial time and resources, only tofind themselves behind schedule and over budget, with a systemthat does not meet their requirements. Harris Corporation’s new,simplified approach to C4ISR systems procurement usespre-engineered system configurations that provide fast, costeffectivesolutions to today’s most critical operational needs,such as tactical surveillance.Instead of designing a unique system for every customer, Harrishas developed a comprehensive family of preconfigured systems.Each system is fully integrated and includes all equipment,cables, software, and manuals, with training and installationavailable. Every system has undergone extensive testing and canbe relied upon to meet its objectives.This executive summary describes the Rapidly Deployable AreaSurveillance System (RDASS) and outlines the advantages of ourpackaged C4ISR systems:l Low Risk – Field proven and comprehensively tested systemsprovide existing, cost-effective solutionsl Fast Delivery – Complete systems can be delivered in amatter of months to meet urgent operational needsl Simplified Procurement – Systems can be purchased asoff-the-shelf items, eliminating long system definition anddevelopment phasesl Phased Implementation – Packaged systems form buildingblocks that enable the incremental acquisition of capabilityl Flexibility – Systems are readily customized and can beintegrated by in-country partnersAll this from Harris, a company with over 50 years of largescaleinternational communications systems experience, the mostcomprehensive range of tactical communications products, andworld-class systems engineering and integration capabilities.*C4ISR = Command, Control, Communications, Computers,Intelligence, Surveillance, and ReconnaissanceContact Harris now to discuss your C4ISR systems needs:www.harris.com/systems1

THE OPERATIONAL challengeProtecting warfighters’ camp perimetersand other critical remote areasWarfighters on the tactical edge have never been morevulnerable. Operating in small teams, their forwardbases, camp perimeters, and avenues of approach areboth hard-to-patrol and critically important for maintaining theirunits’ defense and security. Lines of communication betweenthese deployed personnel and their supporting headquarters canbe easily attacked with hastily emplaced IEDs, snipers, and otherasymmetric threats. Commanders must at the same time dealwith the realities of manpower and budget constraints.Federal and paramilitary forces face similar challenges as theytry to secure their country’s borders from transnational terrorists,drug trafficking organizations, and illegal immigrants. Alsochallenged to operate with constrained resources, they may needto detect and identify threats in remote border regions in orderto prioritize a response.A video surveillance capability is the logical answer for observingand protecting these perimeters, borders and avenues ofapproach with a minimum of personnel. Much more so than withstill image reports, long-range video enables the user to tracka target’s movements at standoff ranges, so that intent can bedetermined quickly enough to effectively respond to threats.Other surveillance methods have proven to be too costly andcomplicated (unmanned aerial vehicles—UAVs), ineffective dueto limited persistence and range (micro-UAVs), or too difficult anddangerous to emplace and maintain (covert ground sensor-basedimaging or video systems). What is needed is an integrated,portable video surveillance system that mitigates the abovedrawbacks while meeting the rigorous and specific requirementsof the warfighter and border security force at a reasonable cost.Such a system must be:l Able to be emplaced and operational quickly, minimizingmanpower requirements and allowing commanders torespond to the fast-changing tactical environmentl Unmanned, with a robust, reliable system for transmitting thevideo data and for controlling the camera and other deployedequipmentl Deployable at ranges of tens of kilometers, so that appropriatedecisions about threats can be made and countermeasurescan be taken in a timely fashionl Able to withstand harsh environments such as high wind,blowing sand, and extreme temperaturesl Compact and rugged enough for deployment by vehicle orhelicopter to remote areasl Able to support multiple, simultaneous camera emplacements,for wide area coveragel Sustainable, with long-lasting, low-cost power supply thatrequires little maintenance, to reduce operating expenses

The Rapidly Deployable Area SurveillanceSystem can transmit real-time video feedsto tactical operations centers, whereintelligence officers and agents can reviewand correlate the dataThe Harris Rapidly Deployable Area Surveillance System (RDASS)provides sensor-cued and operator-controlled video surveillanceof the area of interest quickly, securely, and cost-effectively. Inshort, the trailer-mounted system provides a reliable, at-theready,wide-area persistent surveillance capability for protectingforward bases—or for keeping watch over other remote areas—for warfighters, paramilitary groups, or security forces facingboth conventional and asymmetric threats.The Harris Rapidly Deployable AreaSurveillance System provides commanders:l Real-Time Intelligence – Real-time video of remote areasenables commanders to efficiently determine threat location,size, maneuver direction, equipment, and likely intentl Early Warning – Accurate, early detection andidentification of potential threats outside of direct fireweapon rangel Force Multiplier – Target-activated remote video acts asa virtual combat outpost to enable resource-constrainedcommanders to make timely decisions without the“fog of war”l Video Management and Storage – Video surveillancedata can be used to provide evidence to prosecute criminals,review operations, determine patterns of life, and train futureforcesl Proven Capability – The system is available now, to helpcommanders deal with difficult force protection scenariosfrom conventional and asymmetric threats3

solution overviewSurveillance TrailerProviding unmanned surveillance now,without the cost and risk of a custom programThe Rapidly Deployable Area Surveillance System (RDASS)utilizes the advanced wideband communications capabilitiesof our Falcon III ® tactical radio and video compressionproducts integrated with leading-edge partner video systems.It provides nomadic surveillance capabilities which can bedeployed at a moment’s notice to enhance situational awarenessand target detection capabilities.The standard RDASS consists of two trailers—each of whichcontains all the necessary equipment, power sources, andsoftware to provide unmanned video surveillance at ranges ofmore than 20 kilometers (terrain dependent) from the monitoringstation. This capability supports the following types of scenarios:l Sensors have indicated a threat has crossed a mountainousborder region. The RDASS trailers are deployed into the flatlands adjacent to the mountains, so that the threats can bedetected as they descend into the valley. The remote operatorcan track the threats using the pan/tilt/zoom cameras, and aresponse team can be directed to intercept them.l A platoon has been tasked with fortifying a key avenue ofapproach in preparation for a larger scale movement. RDASStrailers are towed into place by platoon vehicles and used toprovide surveillance of the approaches. After the main forcehas passed through the area, the RDASS equipment is quicklystowed and the platoon can join its company.l Convoys are often attacked in a particular section of a roadthrough a rugged area. An RDASS trailer is deployed byhelicopter to a hilltop overlooking the area. Video of the roadis streamed back to base so that this critical segment of theroad is under constant surveillance.l A forward operating base (FOB) has mast-mounted videosurveillance cameras at the guard posts; however, severalravines and small valleys cannot be seen directly from thecamp. The RDASS is deployed beyond the base perimeter toobserve these areas. Ground sensors are deployed in the lowareas, so that the cameras are automatically panned to anarea of interest and audible and visual alarms are generated atthe FOB monitoring station through the Harris Falcon C2Viewapplication. This slew-to-cue capability allows the operator toperform other missions until targets are detected in the area.Using the standard rechargeable batteries and diesel generator,the RDASS can operate for more than a month without resupply.The system has been designed to accept optional solar panels soit can be deployed for even longer periods of time; alternatively,the solar power source can serve as a backup capability for thegenerator. The achievable mission duration for the solar powersystem will depend on the size of the array chosen and thesunlight conditions of the deployment area.

Surveillance TrailerCommand PostMonitoring NodeProviding a low-cost remotesurveillance capability that can berapidly deployed in most terrainKey Features:l Reduced Manpower Requirements – Provides 24/7 perimeterand area surveillance using sensors or target detection softwarewhich reduces manpower requirementsl Flexible Deployment – Manned or unmanned surveillancetrailers can be deployed by towing or air transport, for either shortor long duration missionsl IP-Based Communications – This architecture allows networkeddistribution of video information across Harris tactical radios andexisting customer communications infrastructurel Customized Off-the-Shelf Availability – The RDASS is a Harrispackaged system based on ruggedized military equipment, andcan be readily customized as requiredl Enhanced Personnel Safety – Unmanned operation and longunattended life minimize exposure to threatsl Scalability – Each monitoring node can support from one to foursurveillance trailers5

OrderReceivedEquipmentProcurement60 daysKitIntegration15 daysAcceptanceTesting15 daysOptional Installationin Trailer or Vehicle5 daysTraining5 daysDeliveryComplete1 2 3 MONTHS4Shipping10 daysSiteAcceptanceTesting10 daysOrderReceivedEquipmentProcurement70 days KitIntegration15 daysAcceptanceTesting15 daysTraining10 days1 2 34MONTHSTypical Four-Month Delivery ScheduleDeliveryCompleteShipping10 daysSiteAcceptanceTesting5 daysLow-Risk System Characteristics:l Pre-engineered system implementationl Integration risks are eliminatedl Standard interfaces and protocols ease incorporation of future enhancementsl Leverages the combat-proven Harris Falcon III ® radio technologyl Expandable, with ability to add features and functions as required7

M1-NSTI-M28Video/Infrared CameraHCLOS PMPVideoRF-7800WHCLOS Radio SystemNode-IU100it with Transit CaseRF-5400VHMini-Sensors(Qty: 6)Surveillance TrailerRF-7800W-IU100Network Interface UnitCameraInterface BoxVideo ProcessorRF-3577 Laptop withVideo Display and PTZ Control SoftwareControlEquipmentPower SupplyRF-7600P-UI301 Rapidly Deployable Area Surveillance System EquipmentStandard ConfigurationTwo Surveillance Trailers, each containing:l IEC Camera M1-NSTI-M28l RF-7800W HCLOS radio with directional antennaand RF-7800W-IU100 Network Interface Unit forstreaming video to the monitoring nodel Multi-Source Power Supply Systeml Six RF-5400VH Mini-Sensors with seismic and passiveinfrared detectorsl Video Processor for digitizing and compressing the videostream, and cueing the camera based on sensor reportsl 17-Meter Telescoping TowerMonitoring Node containing:l RF-3577 rugged laptop with the RF-7400E-CV001Falcon C2View video management and cameracontrol softwarel RF-7800W HCLOS with sector (wider beamwidth)antenna and Network Interface Unit for receivingvideo and controlling up to four surveillance nodesl 15-Meter MastOptional Capabilitiesl Up to two additional surveillance trailers per command postmonitoring node for larger area coveragel Additional Harris sensors for cueing the remote cameras tominimize the need for constant video monitoringl Longer range EO/IR cameras for enhanced surveillancecapabilityl Range extension capabilities for the RF-7800Wl Options for laser rangefinders and target designators todetermine target coordinatesl Network video recorder for long-term storage of videol Motorized mast deployment to reduce emplacement timel Formal certification of the trailer for helicopter sling loadingl Solar panels for extended unmanned operational life9

ENABLING TECHNOLOGIESHarris radios and advanced partner solutionsenable rapidly deployable video surveillanceThe wideband nature of Falcon III ® radios and the long-rangevideo capabilities of our partner’s cameras provide theunderlying technology that enables Harris to provide anoff-the-shelf rapidly deployable video surveillance system.High Capacity Line-of-Sight RadioThe Harris RF-7800W High Capacity Line-of-Sight (HCLOS) radiois a new generation microwave radio. Its small size and weight(2.5 kg) make it ideal for tactical deployments to the companylevel, where traditional, heavy microwave and relay systemshave been too cumbersome to be utilized. The RF-7800W is atruly IP-based platform, allowing any IP application to utilize itsbroadband speed and connectivity (up to 90 Mbps at 90 kmranges with clear line-of-sight in point-to-point mode). Its openarchitecture allows users to easily switch from point-to-point orpoint-to-multipoint deployments (such as in the RDASS) withminor configuration changes.Dual Electro-Optic/Infrared Camera SystemFor its long-range camera requirements, Harris has integratedequipment from highly respected vendors such as IEC Infrared.As shown on the opposite page, the standard camera systemincludes mid-range, dual day and IR cameras that providesurveillance capability 24 hours a day, even under harshenvironmental conditions. A single RDASS can provide surveillanceof up to 100 square kilometers.This system can be augmented with additional target acquisitionfeatures such as:l Longer-range camerasl Laser rangefinders and illuminatorsl Image-intensified camerasExtending Internet service and broadband connectivity to thecompany level enables forward commanders to receive theinformation they need, such as tactical video, when they need it.

Infrared capability means that the RDASS surveillancenodes can be operational 24 hours a dayFeaturesBenefitsHigh Capacity Line-of-Sight (HCLOS) Radio RF-7800WNATO Band IV FrequencyOperationHigh Data RatesSpectrum FlexibilitySecurityAllows for NATO and Public Safety interoperability by supporting thefull NATO Band IV (4.4 - 5.0 GHz) as well as the Public Safety Band(4.94 - 4.99 GHz)Supports high data rate applications such as video transfer byenabling 90 Mbps (PTP) and 45 Mbps (PMP) aggregate, on-air dataratesFlexible frequency and spectrum management including channelbandwidths of 5, 10, 20, and 40 MHz (PTP only) with a channel stepsize of 1 MHzSupports secure communications by implementing FIPS 197-compliant256-bit AES data encryption, certified to FIPS 140-2 Level 2NightStalk EO/IR Camera M1-NSTI-M28Dual Day/IR CameraLong Target Detection RangesProgrammable Scan PatternsProvides surveillance capability 24 hours per day, under harshenvironmental conditionsTypical 4 km detection range allows system to detect threat activity atranges outside of direct fire weapon rangeReduces operator burden and allows slew-to-cue capability withremote sensors11

service offeringAfter-sales service supportsmission-critical systems worldwideHarris has earned a worldwide reputation as the low-riskvendor of choice for tactical radios and systems, with 99percent of our international program customers reportingthat Harris meets or exceeds their expectations. Our responsiveprogram management team and customer service organizationwill deliver and support a highly capable surveillance system.An agile manufacturing process enables Harris to modifyproduction to meet customer demands. With one of the highestvolumedefense communications manufacturing facilities in theworld, we have the commitment and capability to deliver onour promises.Unlike many other companies, Harris has “boots on the ground”experience, supporting our products from initial fielding toobsolescence. In fact, we are currently servicing systems that havebeen deployed for more than 20 years, underscoring our absolutecommitment to customer satisfaction. Our customers rate Harrisan average of two times higher than our nearest competitor.As a proven provider of advanced radio, sensor, and integratedsystems to customers in over 120 countries, Harris has extensiveexperience in providing logistics and sustainment supportthroughout the world. We have developed highly successfulprocesses for fielding, maintaining, supporting, repairing, andupgrading our equipment, no matter where it is deployed.Many of our product and technical service representatives haveprior military experience, and establish a close, personal bondwith our customers. Our comprehensive service offering includesclassic telephone and email support as well as web-basedservices. The Harris Premier website (https://premier.harris.com/)provides customized access to:l Computer-based training courses and manualsl Frequently asked questionsl Application notesl Purchase of accessories and ancillariesCustomers also can use the website to:l Download and track software upgradesl Receive warranty and maintenance support, including RMAnumbers and returned goods statusSystem training is another important consideration. Harris trainsapproximately 5,000 students per year on the installation,operation, and maintenance of its equipment and systems. Thisprocess occurs in our company classrooms, at customer locations,and in the field. Our students (our customers) consistently rate thetraining they receive as meeting or exceeding their expectations.

The Harris Rapidly Deployable AreaSurveillance System provides economicbenefits throughout its entire life cycle:Low Risk – Our customer knowledge, program management,technical expertise, and world-class customer support serve toreduce fielding risk.High Performance – The open architecture design capitalizeson technology refresh of components, maximizing the value ofcustomers’ investments over an extended time period.System Sustainment and Supportability – Sustainment issuesare reduced by the use of rugged military equipment (with existingtraining and ILS packages) and the availability of Harris fieldservice representatives.Life-cycle costs are reduced by:l Use of common equipment and software applicationsl 24/7 support capabilitiesl Available in-country training and training materiall Common equipment interfaces and programmingl Availability of installation and maintenance by in-countrypartnersl Availability of extended warranties beyond the standard12 monthsl Low-cost upgrade paths13

proven performanceHarris RFCD supplies tactical and public safety radioproducts in over 120 countries worldwideMillions of people and hundreds of government agenciesthroughout the world rely on assured communications ®solutions from Harris to deliver critical information to theright place at the right time. They know there is too much ridingon the outcome to risk anything less. What sets Harris apart is ourdepth of expertise, breadth of experience, and focus on providingthe most advanced products, systems, and services that meet orexceed the requirements of our customers.Harris is one of the only companies in the world specializing inadvanced technology for capturing, aggregating, distributing,and analyzing the full range of wireless communications includingvoice, data, video, and imaging. We use this unique capabilityto provide systems and networks for customers in defense,intelligence, government, public safety, healthcare, and energymarkets.Harris RF Communications Division (RFCD) is the leading supplierof tactical, secure voice and data communications products,systems, and networks to military, government, and commercialorganizations worldwide. More than 50 years of internationalexperience is leveraged into the design and deployment of HarrisRFCD’s packaged C4ISR system solutions.The Rapidly Deployable Area Surveillance System is one moreexample of Harris responding to the needs of its customers.Harris has internationallyacclaimed products whichhave left everyone else inthe dust. l International CustomerI firmly believe that Harris RFCommunications really listensto their customer base and livesby the creed: the customer isking. I truly feel that sense ofpartnership with Harris, andI’ve been dealing with Harrisfor years now. l NATO Staff Member

Always connected. Never alone.Corporate HeadquartersRFCD Headquarters and ManufacturingRFCD HubsRFCD OfficesRFCD PartnersTactical CustomersPublic Safety CustomersTactical and Public Safety CustomersOur proven solutions provide:l Voice, data, and video where it’s needed, when it’s neededl Cost effectiveness throughout the life cycle of the system• No long, costly development cycle• Unsurpassed in-country support during and after deliveryl Scalability and growth optionsl Configurable solution setsl On-time delivery of quality systems15

the harris differenceAs your partner, Harris is committed to your successHarris Corporation welcomes the opportunity to discussthe Rapidly Deployable Area Surveillance System in moredetail, and how it can be applied to your missions andapplications.We believe that our packaged systems provide a significant valueto you, our customer, in the following ways:l The systems are available now, eliminating long andexpensive development and procurement cycles.l The use of the latest wideband Falcon III ® tactical radiossupports new operational capabilities, such as live video andsituational awareness, that have not previously been possible.l Pre-engineered system designs emphasize commonality ofequipment and resources to reduce life-cycle sustainmentcosts such as training, sparing, and maintenance.l Our systems engineers and in-country partners can readilycustomize the solution, as required.l The systems are supported by our world-class customerservice organization that operates in every part of the worldand is second to none.With approximately $6 billion (USD) in annual revenue, Harrisis an international communications and information technologycompany serving government and commercial marketsworldwide. We are confident that our packaged C4ISR systemsolutions represent the best value with the lowest schedule,cost, and technical risks for meeting your complex operationalchallenges.Our solutions leverage:l Falcon III wideband radio technologyl Tactical video processing and management technologyl Open standards and interfacesl Focused program teamsl Over 50 years experience providing state-of-the-art militarysystemsl Product service teams that deploy to our customerl Nearly 7,000 engineers and scientists throughout thecorporation

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