DICOM®RF23 handheld EPM transceiver

Handheld EPM multiband transceiver with improved resistance against radio-electronic warfare is intended for communication at the tactical level of command in all military branches.

RF23_EPM_Handheld_Radio_EN.pdf 2.21 MB

The RF23 transceiver complements the RF20 transceivers and is therefore fully compatible with all transceivers of the system in terms of voice and data connection. It differs from the RF20 handheld transceiver particularly in connectivity to standardized accessories that are used by other transceiver manufacturers - antennas and audio accessories. Using the TNC-type antenna connector significantly expands the range of compatible antennas with products of (among others) RADIALL or TRIVAL ANTENNE. Audio-frequency connector U-229/U (complying with MIL-DTL-55116) is used to connect the standardized audio accessories. The connector connects to audio equipment by SONETRONICS, CJ COMPONENT PRODUCTS, POWER TIME, etc.

The RF23 transceiver has new additions and features such as incorporated internal GPS receiver with automatic broadcasting of positional reports on the background of normal voice or data session - G-Track system.

Fixed frequency (FF) operation in HF and VHF bands

25 MHz to 146 MHz under STANAG 4204
- 30 MHz to 108 MHz enhanced tactical band
- 118 MHz to 140 MHz air band
frequency and amplitude modulation (FM, AM)
FLASH short coded messages, channel scanning

Special modes of operation - HW20 waveform

frequency hopping operation modes (FH)
resistant to jamming, monitoring (TRANSEC)
secured against intercept or modifications (COMSEC)
SMS, selective communication, authorization, warning messages, BREAK-IN
monitoring and communication on selected fixed frequencies - hailing frequencies

Data transfers

in MANET networks according to MIL-STD-188-220 (FF, FH operation modes)
- automatic rebroadcasting to a depth of up to 6 hops
- connection to DTE (PC/PDA) via SLIP or PPP
- diagnostics and configuration via IP interface
Broadcast (P2P) at a user-defined baud rate (FH operation)
voice and data in one channel with voice priority
compatibility with C2I/C4I systems

GPS signal reception

built-in L1-SPS GPS receiver
displayed location, time and speed on LCD with updates from GPS
G-track - automatic collection of position-location information (PLI) in secure VHF channel to display transceiver position on maps with easy integration into C2/C4 systems via an IP interface

Ruggedized design

The transceiver must be capable of deployment in extreme operating conditions. Uptime and reliability in harsh climatic and mechanical conditions is tested according to international standard MIL-STD-810. The device is subjected to a series of tests that examine its behavior under extreme temperatures, exposed to dust, sand or rain.

Recommended composition of the basic set and accessories

LP1302 battery pack 2 pcs
1.1 m tape antenna
Battery pack bag
Light bag
Set bag
Accompanying documentation

Technical parameters

Frequency range	25.0000 MHz to 145.9875 MHz
Modulation	FM, AM
Channel spacing	25 / 12.5 / 8.33 / 6.25 kHz
Number of presets	10
Maximum number of programmable networks	6
Operating time (1:1:10; 2 W)	with LP1302 - at least 14 h
Operating time (1:1:10; 2 W)	with LP20 - at least 26 h
Data transfers	MANET according to MIL-STD-188- 220, 6 hops auto-relay SLIP/PPP
Data transfers	P2P (2.4 to 7.1 kbit/s)
Mechanical and climatic resistance	MIL-STD-810E
EMC	MIL-STD-461E
Dimensions [W x H x D]	(90.8 x 189.7 x 41.4) mm
Weight	max. 1.35 kg