An-PRC-117F Manpack Radio - Student Guide v09.12.23

Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Initial Operation
Chapter 3 LOS Fixed Frequency Operation
Chapter 4 COMSEC
Chapter 5 Dedicated UHF SATCOM
Chapter 6 UHF DAMA SATCOM
Chapter 7 SINCGARS Frequency Hopping
Chapter 8 OTAR Operations
Chapter 9 SCAN Mode Operations
Chapter 10 Falcon III Radio Programming

Application
Chapter 11 HPW Wireless Messaging Terminal

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Introduction
to the
AN/PRC-117
Manpack Radio
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AN/PRC-117 Manpack Radio
Course Objectives
At the conclusion of this course the student

will be able to understand the terminology
and operation of the AN/PRC-117 Manpack
Radio
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Course Outline
• Basic Operation
• LOS Fixed Frequency Operation
• COMSEC Capabilities & Loading
• Dedicated UHF SATCOM
• DAMA UHF SATCOM
• SINCGARS Frequency Hopping
• OTAR / OTAT
• Scan Mode
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AN/PRC-117F Safety Warnings
RF Radiation Hazard
Transmitting Automatically
RF Radiation Hazard: Avoid contact and prolonged close proximity exposure to

transmitting antennas.
UHF DAMA SATCOM and High Performance Waveform (HPW) SATCOM and
Line-of-Site (LOS) data operation causes the radio set to transmit automatically
without operator intervention. ARQ Data System Reception also causes the
radio to transmit its acknowledgments. Avoid contact with all antennas or
exposure directly in front of the SATCOM antenna.
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Battery Safety Warnings
Do not charge, short circuit, incinerate, or mutilate the BA-5590/U Lithium

Battery.
• If the battery becomes hot, a hissing sound is heard, or venting occurs, move
personnel and equipment to a well ventilated area.
• Do not dispose of lithium batteries in uncontrolled trash.

– Local regulations will apply.
• The radio will operate using mixed battery types by auto regulating voltage.
– When operating the radio with mixed battery types, ensure that only
rechargeable batteries are put on a re-charging unit.
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Cautions
• Unauthorized frequencies
• Antenna and connector damage
• Controlled Cryptographic Item (CCI)
Do not operate the AN/PRC-117F on unauthorized frequencies. The AN/PRC-

117F frequency band coverage does not constitute authorization for
indiscriminate use of any frequency.
• Turning the Antenna Adapter Body or VHF Blade Antenna can damage the
Radio Frequency Antenna connector on the radio and damage the antenna itself.
• The AN/PRC-117F radio is a Controlled Cryptographic Item (CCI). Use

appropriate security measures to protect it as dictated by your security manager
or service regulations.
– Double barrier locked storage devices for un-keyed storage

– Store radio with function switch set to CLR
– Filled radio takes on same classification as loaded keys
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AN/PRC-117F Features (1)
• LOS fixed frequency

5 kHz Narrowband
25 kHz Wideband
• DAMA UHF SATCOM

5 kHz
25 kHz
• SINCGARS
• HAVEQUICK I & II

LOS fixed frequency operation from 30 MHz to 511.99999 MHz
• Dedicated UHF SATCOM using 5 kHz Narrowband (NB) or 25 kHz Wideband

(WB) Channels
- Digital squelch
- Auto selecting Mixed Excitation Linear Prediction (MELP) or Linear
Predictive Coding (LPC-10) digitized voice.
• DAMA UHF SATCOM 25 kHz or 5 kHz
• Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System (SINCGARS)

- ASIP and ESIP compatible
• HAVEQUICK I & II Compatibility
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• High Performance Waveform (HPW) option
• Embedded US Type-1 COMSEC:

• VINSON (KY-57/58)
• Advanced Narrow Band Digital Voice
Terminal (ANDVT)
• KYV5
• Fascinator
• KG-84C
• Replaceable Hold-Up battery (HUB)
High Performance Waveform can pass data up to 64 kbps
• Embedded COMSEC:
- VINSON COMSEC is based on the SAVILLE encryption algorithm and 16

kbps CVSD audio compression. Data can also be passed up to 16 kbps.
- Advanced Narrow Band Digital Voice Terminal (ANDVT) uses LPC-10 or
MELP voice encoding at 2.4 kbps
- KYV5 (SINCGARS ESIP) uses VINSON COMSEC keys and allows
Enhanced Data Mode data rates
- Fascinator encryption is similar to VINSON but at 12 kbps, uses VINSON
COMSEC keys.
- KG-84C is primarily data encryption. However, it can be used for voice on
dedicated SATCOM channels, 2.4 kbps for voice, up to 64 kbps for data.
The replaceable Hold-Up battery retains programming and COMSEC when the
function switch is in the off position.
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• 100 programmable net presets
• 10 DAMA net presets
• Program presets via computer
• Radio Firmware is upgradable
• Civilian PT LOS System Interoperability

– CDCSS
– CTCSS
– Narrowband AM Support

• The 100 programmable net presets are for the following: LOS, SATCOM, or
HOPPING (SINCGARS or HAVEQUICK)
• The 10 programmable DAMA net presets are separate from the other 100
presets.
• Harris offers a Radio Program Application that allows the operator to program
the radio via computer. The program is free but requires a 9-pin serial to 27-
pin cable. The cable connects to J3 or J6 front panel.
• The radio Firmware is upgradeable to allow for new features and

improvements without changing hardware.
• Civilian Plain Text LOS System Interoperability

- CDCSS (Continuous Digital Controlled Squelch System) with 83 EIA codes
- CTCSS (Continuous Tone Controlled Squelch System) with 41 EIA tones
- NB AM Support with 8.33 KHz and 12.5 KHz channel spacing in addition to
normal 25 KHz spacing.
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Other Capabilities (1)
• BIT(Built-in-Test)
• Scan Mode
• Remotely Controlled
• OTAR/OTAT capable
• Emergency Beacon Mode
• The Built-in-Test allows the operator to self-test the radio; check the firmware
& hardware versions; check the battery voltages & type; check how long the
radio has been in operation with the Elapsed Time Indicator (ETI); and check
the radio’s serial number.
• In scan mode, the radio can scan between 2 and 10 LOS voice and SATCOM
voice nets in either Cipher Text or Plain Text. The radio cannot scan Hopping
or DAMA nets.
• The radio can be controlled remotely from a PC on J3, J6, or J9 ports. These
ports must be configured for remote control first.
• It is capable of Over-the-Air- Rekeying (OTAR) and Over-the-Air-Transfer

(OTAT). This is where a distant radio can be rekeyed or a key can be
transferred to a fill device attached to the distant radio.
• It is capable of transmitting a user programmed emergency locator beacon.
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Other Capabilities (2)
• Retransmit capable
• Clone Mode
• Automatic whisper microphone
• Custom SATCOM Frequency Code Table
• External GPS Interface
• Capable of Retransmission to extend its range. Can retransmit across

modulations & net types
• Can Clone its programming to another radio. Only the programming data can
be cloned; NSA does not allow transfer of COMSEC and Hopping data
between radios
• Automatically boosts low audio input signals
• There is a Custom SATCOM Frequency Code Table built into the radio. The
codes will configure the radios’ frequencies, bandwidth, modulation mode and
other important configurations.
• The external GPS interface can be used with the AN/PSN-11 PLGR, Rockwell
Collins PLGR-II, DAGR, and civilian NMEA compliant GPS receivers.
- Position and navigational data can be displayed on the radio
- Can be used for Situational Awareness
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Frequency Band Coverage
VHF-L VHF-H UHF

30 MHz 512 MHZ
90 MHz 225 MHz
J5 VHF Low Band J-8 VHF-HI/UHF Band
30 MHz 89.99999 MHz 90 MHz 511.99999 MHz
J-8 SATCOM
Down Link Up Link
243 MHz 270 MHz 292 MHz 318 MHz
• From 30 to 89.99999 MHz the radio is capable of FM, TCM, HPW modulation
modes, and SINCGARS Frequency Hopping (30-87.975 MHz). Maximum
transmit power is 10 watts and defaults to 150 Hz Tone Squelch.
• From 90 to 512 MHz the radio is capable of AM, FM, TCM HPW modulation
modes, HAVEQUICK Frequency Hopping (225 - 399.975 MHZ), and
SATCOM. Maximum transmit power varies depending on frequency,
modulation and net type.
- 20 watts maximum output power on FM and TCM below 400 MHz; 10
watts above 400 MHz.
- 10 watts maximum output power on AM below 400 MHz, 4 watts above
400 MHz.
• Dedicated UHF SATCOM and DAMA SATCOM transmit and receive

frequencies are different.
- Transmit is 292 - 318 MHz
- Receive is 243 - 270 MHz
• The maximum transmit power is 20 watts. HPW modulation is available in

SATCOM nets.
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AN/PRC-117F Interoperability
The AN/PRC-117 is interoperable with many different radios.
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AN/PRC-117F
Initial Operation
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AN/PRC-117 Initial Operation
Objectives:
• Equipment description and purpose of controls,

indicators, and front/rear panel connectors.
• Radio interface navigation, displays, menu trees

and keyboard interaction.
• Hold-up Battery (HUB) installation and

replacement.
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System Components
These are the typical items included with the AN/PRC-117F
The minimum components required for operation are:
- VHF Blade Antenna and/or VHF/UHF Flex Antenna

- RT-1796 Transceiver
- Battery Box w/ batteries
- H-250 Handset
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Controls, Indicators, and

Connectors (1)
VHF Low Antenna
Connector J5
VHF HI/UHF Antenna
Audio/Data/Fill Liquid Crystal Display LCD 30Mhz - 89.99999Mhz
Connector J8
Connector J1
90Mhz - 511.99999Mhz
External GPS Data/Retransmit Keypad Display Function Switch Accessory J6

Connector J2 Connector J3 Unit (KDU)

• AUDIO/DATA/FILL (J1): Connects external audio equipment or handset,
DATA terminal equipment, and fill devices (referred to as the ADF jack)
• GPS (J2): Input jack for external PLGR or GARMIN type GPS equipment
• DATA (J3): Connects retransmit cable, data cable, or remote control cable
• VHF-ANTENNA (J5): Connects the VHF Blade Antenna for 30.0 to 89.99999
MHz operation
• ACCESSORY (J6): Connects clone cable, firmware programming cable or

remote control cable
• VHF-HI / UHF (J8): Connects the VHF/UHF LOS or the SATCOM Antenna for
90 to 511.99999 MHz operation
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Controls, Indicators, and
Connectors (2)
Hold Up Battery
compartment
Battery
Connector J10
Battery
Connector J11
Accessory J9
• Hold Up Battery (HUB): Rated life of one year; retains programming when
radio is off
• Accessory (J9): Extra port for remote cable operations and cloning. Also
connects to the AN/VRC-103, 50 watt power amplifier
• Battery Connectors (J10 & J11): Radio can operate on one battery or
mixed battery types
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Hold-Up Battery (HUB)
Hub Battery
Hub Battery Cover
The HUB Battery is a commercial 3.6-volt lithium type battery used to retain radio
programming and COMSEC variables. If a bad HUB is discovered during BIT-
TEST and the radio has been programmed and/or has COMSEC loaded, perform
the following HOT SWAP procedure PRIOR to setting the function switch to OFF:
1. Leave radio ON.
2. Remove one main battery to expose the HUB compartment. Leave the
main battery connected to retain all data.
3. Replace the HUB battery. Ensure the HUB battery is correctly installed.
4. Replace the main battery.
5. Perform BIT-TEST. The BIT will detect an incorrectly installed HUB.
For storage: Place the Function switch in CLR to extend the battery's life.
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Function Switch Positions
OFF - Turns the main power off. The HUB is connected to retain programming
and COMSEC.
PT - Plain Text. The radio operates without COMSEC, no encryption.
CT - Cipher Text. The radio operates with COMSEC; all voice and data
transmissions are encrypted.
TD - Time Delay. Increases VINSON crypto synchronization time to 800 ms to

ensure reception of weak stations, operates the same as CT for all other
COMSEC modes
RV - Receive Variable. For transmitting and receiving crypto variables by

OTAR or OTAT, generate COMSEC to test the radio
LD - Load. For loading COMSEC and Frequency Hopping data
Z-ALL Zeroize All. Deletes all COMSEC and Frequency Hopping data, all
programming is retained
CLR - Clear. Disconnects the HUB & main power, this clears all programming,
COMSEC and Frequency Hopping data
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Keypad Display Unit (KDU)
• Circular Arrow Button (0): Toggles the display to show additional information.
There are two or three displays depending on the net type.
• CALL (1): Initiates a specific action depending on the current net type or
mode.
- HAVEQUICK Time-of-Day (TOD) sync request transmit or receive
- HAVEQUICK Guard Receiver Access
- SINCGARS Frequency Hopping Cue, COLDSTART, and Electronic
Remote Fill (ERF).
- SATCOM Receive Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) Test
- HPW TOD Sync
- DAMA Service Setup Menu
- LOS has no function
• LT (2): Accesses the backlight control
• MODE (3): Changes the operating mode (normal, test, clone, etc)
• Left & Right Arrows: Used to move through the menu, move the cursor when
entering data, and to activate screen override.
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KDU
• SQ (4): Accesses the squelch menu
• ZERO (5): Accesses Zeroize menu to delete the programming
• Up Arrow (6): Used to scroll through choices
• CLR - Clear. Activates the previous menu or changed a field to its previous
value
• OPT (7): Accesses the Options menu
• PGM (8): Accesses program menu
• ENT: Selects a field choice or locks in entry data
• VOL - Volume increase or decrease
• PRE +/-: Scrolls through net presets list
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System Setup Procedures
1. Ensure the function switch is in the OFF or CLR position.
2. Insert batteries into battery box and attach to the RT-1796
3. Connect the 6-foot KDU remote cable to the KDU left side connector and to
the RT-1796 chassis connector. (Line up white dots.)
4. Connect H-250 handset to the J1 Audio/Data/Fill connector.
5. If operating in the frequency range of 30 - 89.99999 MHz, connect the

Flexible Adapter to the J5 VHF-LOW antenna connector then the VHF Blade
Antenna to the Flexible Adapter.
6. If operating in the frequency range of 90 - 512 MHz, connect the VHF/UHF

Flex Antenna to the J8 VHF/UHF antenna connector or, for SATCOM,
connect the SATCOM antenna coax cable.
7. Place the function switch to PT, CT, or TD. Wait for the radio to initialize.
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Clearing and Zeroing
•COMSEC and SINCGARS FH Loadsets are called Red data. The

programming performed by the operator is called Black data. Red data can be
zeroed by itself without affecting the Black data and vice versa.
•To ZEROIZE only the Red data (COMSEC): Place the function switch to Z-ALL
position and wait for the display to show ZEROIZE PASSED RESET RADIO.
Turn the radio off.
•To ZEROIZE only the Black data (programming): With the function switch in PT,
CT, or TD, press the 5/ ZERO button and select YES.
•To ZEROIZE both: Place the function switch to CLR. Use the CLR position for
storage also.
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AN/PRC-117F
LOS Fixed Frequency
Operation
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LOS Fixed Frequency Net Presets
Objectives:
• Program the AN/PRC-117F for LOS fixed frequency

operation
• Operate the AN/PRC-117F as a station in a LOS fixed

frequency net.
LOS Fixed Frequency

Practical Considerations
• Most ground to ground station communications are FM

– Tone Squelch below 90.000 MHz
– Noise Squelch above 90.000 MHz
• Ground to Air Communications are AM

– VHF-High - 116.000 MHz to 150.000 MHz
– UHF - 225.000 MHz to 399.995 MHz
– Noise Squelch
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LOS Fixed Frequency
Programming Below 90 MHz
8/PGM
PT PT
NORM DAMA SCAN ACTIVATE IN LIST?

PORTS SECUR CFIG YES
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM NET0 USE < > TO SELECT ITEM
PT PT
NET GENERAL NET TYPE

EXCLBAND LOS FIX FREQUENCY
PT PT
SELECT NET TO MODIFY FREQ COMSEC DATA/VOC

00 [NET0 ] SQ PWR NAME
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM USE < > TO SELECT ITEM
1. Press the PGM button
2. Using the left or right arrow, highlight NORM and press the ENT button
3. Select NET
4. Enter 00 through 99 to select the net to modify
5. Activate in List? The first ten nets default to yes. The List is the PRESET
List. If you do not activate in list, you will not be able to use the PRESET
button to access that net.
6. Net Type: Using the Up or Down Arrow, change the net type to LOS
FIXED FREQUENCY, press ENT.
7. You are now at the Net Preset editing screen.
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LOS Fixed Frequency
Programming (1)
PT
FREQ COMSEC DATA/VOC
SQ PWR NAME
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM
RECEIVE FREQUENCY
035.10000
TRANSMIT FREQUENCY
035.10000
RECEIVE ONLY?
NO
Yes
The AN/PRC-117 has an adaptive menu. When an item is selected in one

submenu, the following submenus will change. For example; If you select LOS,
and set the frequency below 90 MHz, then AM will not be available under
DATA/VOC. Furthermore, if you select VINSON COMSEC, then FM is the only
modulation. HPW & TCM cannot operate with VINSON.
1. Select FREQ.
2. For Simplex operation, set receive and transmit frequency to same value.
Input frequency, press enter twice.
3. Half duplex uses different transmit and receive frequencies. This is used
for repeater nets or retransmission.
4. RECEIVE ONLY? Leave on default, NO. Yes will prevent transmitting.
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LOS Fixed Frequency
Programming (2)
CRYPTO MODE
NONE
PT Vinson
FREQ COMSEC
DATA/VOC SQ PWR ENCRYPTION KEY
NAME USE < > TO SELECT ITEM TEK 01 - 25

ANALOG DATA
KG-84
Yes
ENCRYPTION KEY No
TEK 01 - 25
SYNCHRONIZATION
REDUN MODE 1
REDUN MODE 2
NON-REDUN MODE 3
FASCINATOR NON-REDUN MODE 4
ENCRYPTION KEY
KYV-5 TEK 01 - 25
TEK 01 - 25 ANALOG DATA
ANALOG DATA Yes
No
Yes
No
If your net is to be Plain Text, then you can skip over COMSEC.
The default is NONE. Otherwise, right arrow to COMSEC and press ENT.
1. Using up/down arrow keys, select VINSON.
2. Note: KYV5 and Fascinator share the same storage bank of 25 encryption
keys.
3. Select position TEK 01.
4. Analog data, select NO
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LOS Fixed Frequency
Programming (3)
PT
DATA/VOICE
SQ PWR NAME AUTO ON ADF PORT
AUTO ON DATA PORT
FM DEVIATION
8.0 kHz
6.5 kHz
5.0 kHz
SYNC/ASYNC SELECT
SYNC
ASYNC
BAUD RATE
16 K, 4800, 2400,
1200, 600 TF
• Under normal circumstances, you can leave everything in the DATA/VOC

menu at its default.
• DATA/VOICE: AUTO ON ADF PORT: J-1 connector automatically detects

audio, data, or fill device.
• FM Deviation
– 8 kHz - Standard Tactical FM.
– 6.5 kHz - SINCGARS Family Single Channel operation.
– 5.0 kHz - 5 & 6.25 kHz Channel Handhelds.
• SYNC/ASYNC SELECT: Leave at default, SYNC
• BAUD RATE: Leave at default. TF stands for TacFire or Tactical Fire

Direction.
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LOS Fixed Frequency
Programming (4)
PT
SQ PWR NAME
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM SQ
DIGITAL SQUELCH
ON
OFF
ANALOG SQUELCH
OFF
TONE
NOISE
CTCSS
CDCSS
• Digital Squelch is used for SATCOM voice only, select OFF. Off is the
Default.
• If digital squelch is set to ON, then analog squelch will not be available.
• Tone is Default for analog squelch. Based on frequency selection below

90 MHz, leave it at tone.
• CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) & CDCSS (Continuous

Digital Coded Squelch System) are not used for military operations. The
Electronic Industries Alliance designated the CTCSS & CDCSS standards.
CTCSS has 42 frequencies from 67.0 to 254.1 Hz. CDCSS has 83 codes
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LOS Fixed Frequency
Programming (5)
PT PWR
SQ PWR NAME
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM TX POWER LEVEL
1 WATT
1.3 WATTS
1.6 WATTS
2 WATTS
2.5 WATTS
3 WATTS
4 WATTS
5 WATTS
6.3 WATTS
8 WATTS
10 WATTS
Use minimum power level necessary to establish communications.
• • 20 watts maximum
- FM 90 - 399.99999 MHz
- UHF Tactical Satellite
• 10 watts maximum
- FM 30 - 89.99999 MHz
- FM 400 - 511.99999 MHz
- AM 90-399.99999 MHz
• 4 watts 400-511.99999 MHz AM
• Minimum power is 1 watt.
• Power is adjusted in one dB steps.
With the AN/PRC-117 installed in a Vehicular Adapter Unit the power range
increases to 5 - 50 watts in 2 dB steps for FM & TCM; 5 - 20 watts in 2 dB steps
for AM.
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LOS Fixed Frequency
Programming (6)
PT

SQ PWR NAME
NAME
CHANGE NET NAME
DIV
• Net Names can be up to 12 alphanumeric characters with no spaces

allowed. Names cannot be repeated.
• If the next letter or number is on the same key, use right arrow then enter
it.
• When done programming, press the PRE +/- key anytime in programming
to quickly exit programming mode and return to the last operation net
preset.
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LOS Fixed Frequency Net
Operational Screens (1)

• Rotate the function switch to PT or CT as applicable for your net.
• Select the desired LOS fixed frequency net by pressing the PRE +/- key
on the KDU.
• Adjust volume level for comfortable listening level with VOL +/- key on the
KDU. The volume bar graph on the display moves in response to pressing
this key. The volume level indicator will change back to the battery level
indicator in a few seconds.
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LOS Fixed Frequency Net
Operational Screens (2)
• LOS Fixed Frequency has two operational screens.
• The type of net (LOS, SAT, etc); Mode (FM, 181, etc), Crypto type and
position, and squelch are displayed on the first screen.
• “R” is (top left corner of display) Indicating Receive. Receive/Transmit bar

(top right of display) moves left to right when receiving a signal.
• Press Push-To-Talk (PTT); Observe “R” changes to “T” when transmitting

on the display. The Receive/Transmit bar moves from bottom to top,
indicating a lower power setting.
• Press the Circle Arrow button to view the next display. The receive and
transmit frequencies are displayed along with the data rate.
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Options Menu
7 STU
OPT
COMSEC RETRANS TIME GPS SAVE POWER
CRYPTO MODE TX POWER LEVEL

SINCGARS 1 WATT
NONE GTOD 1.3 WATTS
Vinson GPS_SYNC 1.6 WATTS
ENCRYPTION KEY
2 WATTS
TEK 01 - 25
HAVE_QUICK 2.5 WATTS
KG-84
3 WATTS
ENCRYPTION KEY GPS_SYNC
4 WATTS
TEK 01 - 25
USER ENTRY 5 WATTS
FASCINATOR
ENCRYPTION KEY TIME OF DAY 6.3 WATTS
TEK 01 - 25 HPW DD/MM/YYYY HH:MM:SS 8 WATTS
KYV-5 GPS_SYNC 10 WATTS
USER_ENTRY 13 WATTS
TIME OF DAY 16 WATTS
DD/MM/YYYY HH:MM:SS 20 WATTS
• The Options Menu allows for changes to operational parameters without

taking the radio offline. Entering programming mode will take the radio
offline.
• The Options menu is the same for all net types.
• TIME has no function in FM LOS Fixed Frequency and voice SATCOM,

only SINCGARS, HPW & HAVEQUICK.
• An external GPS device must be attached for GPS to function correctly.
• SAVE allows you to copy a preset to another preset position. The name
must be changed because duplicate names are not permitted.
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Practical Exercise
AN/PRC-117F LOS
Fixed Frequencies
Plain Text
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AN/PRC-117F
COMSEC
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Fill Devices and the AN/PRC-117F
WARNING!
• Do not connect ANY Fill Device to ADF J1 connector until
the radio function switch is placed to the LD or RV position.
Attaching the Fill Device prematurely causes the AN/PRC-
117F to key and transmit.
• Upon finishing procedures in LD or RV function switch

position, disconnect the Fill Device from the ADF J1
connector before returning back to PT, CT, or TD.
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Embedded Encryption Device
Compatibility
KY-57 VINSON
KY-99A ANDVT
KG-84
KYV-5 & Fascinator
(not shown)
Operation in any of the embedded COMSEC modes requires COMSEC to be

loaded.
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VINSON (KY-57) Encryption
• VINSON (KY-57) is the normal voice encryption mode for all bands and
modes except 5 kHz Narrowband SATCOM and DAMA SATCOM.
• SINCGARS in SDM (Standard Data Mode) Data rates when operating

below 88 MHz uses VINSON.
• It supports 16 kbps data and voice on 25 kHz channels using CVSD

(Continuously Variable Slope Delta) modulation.
• It Supports OTAR & OTAT operations.
• The Radio can store 25 VINSON Traffic Encryption Keys (TEK), 1

VINSON KEK, & 1 TrKEK. TrKEK is a transfer KEK. It is used to decrypt
black TEKs loaded into the radio. KYV-5 & Fascinator share VINSON
COMSEC storage.
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ANDVT Encryption
(KY-99 and KY100)
• ANDVT is primarily used on 5 kHz SATCOM channels

o Voice data rate is always 2400 bps
o Data rates of 300, 600, 1200, or 2400 bps
• Supports OTAR & OTAT operations
• The Radio can store 25 ANDVT TEKs, 1 KEK, & 1 TrKEK
• Uses LPC-10 or MELP digital voice encoding with automatic detection and
switching between them
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KG-84 Encryption
• KG-84 is primarily used for data encryption. However, it can be used for
voice in SATCOM operations
• Using MS181 SATCOM modulation the radio can support up to 9600 bps
on 5 kHz channels and up to 56 kbps on 25 kHz channels. Using HPW
modulation it can support 64 kbps data. Can also be used for AM, FM, &
TCM modulations
• It is only available between 30 & 511.99999 MHz
• The Radio can store 25 ANDVT TEKs, 1 KEK, & 1 TrKEK
• Supports OTAR & OTAT operations
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KYV-5 and Fascinator Encryption
Enhanced Data Mode
FED-STD-1023
Share VINSON slots
• KYV-5 COMSEC can only be used from 30 to 87.975 MHz. It is for

VINSON compatible voice and the EDM data rates. (Enhanced Data
Mode) 1200N, 2400N, 4800N, 9600N, RS-232, & packet. EDM data rates
are indicated by an “N” after the data rate. Packet is an X.21 data mode.
EDM uses Forward Error Correction to ensure better data transmission
and fewer data errors.
• Fascinator is for voice communications in FM mode between 90 -

511.99999 MHz. It is similar to VINSON but is limited to 12 kbps. It is
used to communicate with radios that use FEDERAL STANDARD - 1023
type of encryption.
• Both KYV-5 and Fascinator share COMSEC positions with VINSON.
• The AN/PRC-117 can also hold 25 SINCGARS Frequency Hopping TSKs

(Transmission Security Keys), 25 SATCOM DAMA EOW TSKs
(Engineering Orderwire) or HPW TSKs. 25 HAVEQUICK MWODs
(Multiple Words of the Day), and 1 HAVEQUICK SWOD (Single Word of
the Day),
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Operational Modes and
Associated COMSEC Types
LOS fixed frequency - VINSON
Frequency Hopping
• SINCGARS – VINSON
• HAVE QUICK – VINSON
Dedicated UHF SATCOM

• NB 5 kHz – ANDVT
• WB 25 kHz - VINSON
• HPW - KG-84
DAMA UHF SATCOM - ANDVT
• Under normal circumstances the above listed COMSEC type is used for
the net type. However, each net type can use more than one type of
COMSEC
• LOS fixed frequency below 90 MHz: VINSON, KG-84, and KYV-5 (87.975
& below)
• LOS fixed frequency above 90 MHz: VINSON, KG-84, and Fascinator

• 5 kHz: ANDVT & KG-84
• 25 kHz: ANDVT, VINSON, KG-84, & Fascinator
• HPW: KG-84
• Frequency Hopping
• SINCGARS: VINSON & KYV-5
• HAVE QUICK: VINSON
• DAMA UHF SATCOM (5 kHz & 25 kHz): VINSON, ANDVT, & KG-84
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Fill Devices
AN/PYQ-10/SKL AN/CYZ-10
KYX-15
KOI-18 Tape Reader

KYK-13 MX-18290
The AN/PRC-117 can accept COMSEC Fills using either DS-101 or DS-102
protocol. DS-101 is a newer interface used by FILL User Application Software.
FILL UAS can be installed into and AN/CYZ-10 and is used for single COMSEC
keys. DS-102 is the interface type of the Common Fill Device Family that
includes the KYX-15, KOI-18, KYK-13, & the MX-18290. RBECS DTD Software
(RDS) uses the DS-102 protocol and is also installed into a AN/CYZ-10. The
SKL can use either DS-101 or DS-102 protocol.
When loading individual COMSEC keys many different devices can be used.
- CYZ-10 DS-101 (FILL UAS)

- MX-18290
- KYK-13
- KYX-15
- KOI-18
CYZ-10 RDS is for loading a SINCGARS FH LOADSET. If the COMSEC is in

RDS, individual keys can be loaded by selecting the COMSEC menu in RDS and
KYK-13 for a fill device on the radio.
MX-18290 holds both single TEKs and SINCGARS TSKs.
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Loading a TEK using KYK-13 (1)
AN/PRC-117F settings
Selecting KYK-13 for a fill device allows the operator to load single COMSEC
keys from many devices. A KYK-13, an SKL, or an AN/CYZ-10.
1. Place the function switch to LD. You may now connect the Fill Device.
2. Using the up or down arrow, select the KYK-10 for the FILL DEVICE and
press ENT.
3. Select the correct CRYPTO TYPE such as VINSON, press ENT.
4. Select the KEY TYPE: TEK, press ENT.
5. Select the KEY NUM: (01 - 25), press ENT.
6. The display will read ‘PRESS ENTER TO INITIATE’, and across the
bottom are all 4 items you selected in steps 2 - 5. Do not press ENT until
the fill device is ready. The SKL and AN/CYZ-10 will instruct you when to
press ENT on the radio.
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AN-CYZ-10 RDS settings
Send Receive Database

sEtup Comsec Time
vG Ld Rv
Ak MK vU
Select:
Tek Kek
Select key qUit

USKAT1234 XMT
Press [Load] on RT
If using RDS (Radio) software from a AN/CYZ-10 use the following steps:
1.Select COMSEC
2.Select LD
3.Select the key type (TEK or KEK)
4.If necessary press the P DN (page down) to locate the correct key
5.Press the ENTR button to ‘tag’ the key. XMT will be in the lower right. Be
sure to tag only one key. Pressing the ENTR button again will un-tag the
key.
6. Select qUit
7. Connect ANCD to RT is displayed on the AN/CYZ-10, press ENTR or the
down arrow button
8. 8. Sending TEK USKAT1234 (for example) is displayed.
9. Press [LOAD] on RT is displayed. NOW press the ENT button on the RT.
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SKL settings
If using a AN/PYQ-10 SKL use the following steps:
1. After you have logged into the SKL select the Keys Tab.
2. Select the correct key then press the LOAD icon in the top right of the
screen.
3. Select DS-102 for the Protocol and KYK-13 for the Activation Mode.
Press OK.
4. Press OK at the Ready to Send Key screen.
5. When the Status screen displays ‘Press INITIATE Button…, press the ENT
button on the RT.
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PRESS ANY KEY

KYK13 VINSON TEK 01
KYK13 VINSON TEK 01
FILL MENU
CHANGE SW FROM LD
KYK13 VINSON TEK 01
KYK13 VINSON TEK 01
1. When you press ENT, the radio will display ‘FILL IN PROGRESS’.
2. If the transfer was successful, the radio will display ‘FILL DONE PRESS
ANY KEY’; press any key.
3. MORE FILL DATA? YES. If you have more keys to fill, leave it at YES and
press ENT. If not, select NO.
4. CHANGE SW FROM LD, remove the Fill Device first, then move the
function switch to CT or TD. The radio will return to the main operational
screen.
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Problems Loading COMSEC
1. If “BAD FILL PRESS ANY KEY” appears, check the radio settings and J1
connections before repeating process.
2. If “COMSEC FAULT” is flashing, turn both the fill device and radio OFF,
disconnect the fill device, turn the radio back on and try the procedure
again.
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Practical Exercise
AN/PRC-117F
Los Fixed Frequencies
Cipher Text
16
TAB
Insert Tab # 5 Here

AN/PRC-117F
Dedicated UHF SATCOM
2
SATCOM Basics
• Military UHF Satellites are in geosynchronous orbits at a range of 22,300

miles, appearing almost stationary to users on the earth
• Uplink is the transmit frequency to the satellite
• Downlink the receive frequency from the satellite
• Uplink and Downlink frequencies are different. The satellite cannot transmit
and receive on one frequency, there must be frequency separation
• Area of coverage for a satellite is called the footprint. Each footprint area
current has two online satellites located in it
• There are four footprints for UHF SATCOM operations
• Satellites are commonly referred to by their longitudinal position such as ‘the

172 east bird’ or the ‘105 west bird’.
• Usually no more than 4 satellites are ‘visible’.
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25 kHz Dedicated SATCOM
Characteristics
• 25 kHz channels are called Wide Band channels
• VINSON COMSEC most commonly used
• Non-secure SATCOM is not permitted
• Voice quality similar to telephone or LOS radio
• 33.6 MHz is the common offset between the uplink and

downlink with the uplink being the higher
5 kHz Dedicated SATCOM

Characteristics
• 5 kHz channels are called Narrow Band channels
• ANDVT COMSEC most commonly used
• Non-secure SATCOM is not permitted
• Voice quality is poor due to slower data rate of LPC-10

encoding used by ANDVT
• MELP encoding makes ANDVT COMSEC communications

more understandable
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SATCOM Programming (1)
8/PGM
PT PT
NORM DAMA SCAN ACTIVATE IN LIST?

PORTS SECUR CFIG YES
PT PT

EXCLBAND SATCOM
PT PT
SELECT NET TO MODIFY FREQ COMSEC DATA/VOC

00 [NET0 ] SQ PWR NAME
2. Using the left or right arrow, highlight NORM and press the ENT button
3. Select NET
4. Enter 00 through 99 to select the net to modify
5. Activate in List? YES
6. Net Type: Using the Up or Down Arrow, change the net type to SATCOM,
press ENT
7. You are now at the Net Preset editing screen
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PT
SQ PWR NAME
FREQ CODE
001-249 or 999
RECEIVE FREQUENCY
RECEIVE ONLY?
TRANSMIT FREQUENCY
NO
Yes
SATCOM channels use a three-digit numerical code for each channel on

Satellite. The codes are 001 to 249. The UFO satellites do not have 249
channels; they normally have only 21 - 5 kHz and 17 - 25 kHz channels each. In
addition, the channel codes are not the same on all satellites, they alternate
every four satellites. This means that of the four satellites you can ‘see’, a single
code will only work on one of them.
• Codes 1 - 8 & 240 - 249 are not used for standard UHF SATCOM
• Codes 9 - 128 are 25 kHz channels
• Codes 129 - 239 are 5 kHz channels
• Code 999 is used for non-standard channels. The operator must enter the
receive and transmit frequencies. 225 MHz to 511.99999 MHz is allowable
frequency range.
• Selecting a 5 kHz channel will limit COMSEC selection to ANDVT and KG-84.
• Selecting a 25 kHz channel COMSEC selections are ANDVT, KG-84,
Fascinator, & VINSON.
• Set RECEIVE ONLY? Select NO. Yes will prevent transmitting.
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CRYPTO MODE
NONE
Vinson
ENCRYPTION KEY
PT
FREQ COMSEC DATA/VOC TEK 01 - 25
KG-84 ANALOG DATA
SQ PWR NAME
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM Yes
ENCRYPTION KEY No
TEK 01 - 25
HPW TRANSEC KEY ID
TSK 01 - 25
SYNCHRONIZATION
REDUN MODE 1
ANDVT REDUN MODE 2
NON-REDUN MODE 3
TEK 01 - 25 NON-REDUN MODE 4
TRAINING FRAMES
FASCINATOR 6, 9, 12, 15, 20, 30, 60
ENCRYPTION KEY
ANDVT PREAMBLE
STANDARD
TEK 01 - 25 ENHANCED
ANALOG DATA VOICE AUTOSWITCH
Yes DISABLE
No ENABLE
• Select VINSON COMSEC for normal voice operation in 25 kHz channels.

Then select the proper key location and set Analog Data to NO.
• Select KG-84 for voice at 2400 bps or for data rates from 1200 bps to 56
kbps; 64 kbps for HPW. KG-84 and Redundant Mode 1 must be selected for
HPW programming to become available in DATA/VOC. HPW has only two
options for baud rate (data rate), WB or UFO.
• Select ANDVT COMSEC for normal voice operation in 5 kHz channels at

2400 bps or for data rates from 300 to 2400 bps. Training Frames default to
20 and the Preamble defaults to Standard. It is recommended that VOICE
AUTOSWITCH be enabled. This allows the radio to adjust is transmit voice
coding to match the last received voice coding.
• Select Fascinator for 12 kbps voice compatible with Federal Standard 1023
COMSEC. DATA/VOICE menu will not be accessible.
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VINSON COMSEC Selected
PT
DATA/VOICE
SQ PWR NAME
AUTO ON ADF PORT
AUTO ON DATA PORT
SYNC/ASYNC SELECT
SYNC
ASYNC
If VINSON COMSEC was selected then normally you do not have to change
anything under DATA/VOC. VINSON will automatically set the Option code to
132 under the DATA/VOC menu. The Option Code sets the Bandwidth,
Modulation Type, Data Rate, and FEC. The operator will not be able to change
this code because there is only one Option Code for VINSON operation.
• For normal voice operations the default settings are:
- DATA/VOICE: AUTO ON ADF PORT
- SYNC/ASYNC SELECT: SYNC
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ANDVT COMSEC Selected
PT
FREQ COMSEC DATA/VOC Voice Mode
LPC
SQ PWR NAME
MELP
DATA or VOICE
SYNC/ASYNC SELECT
SYNC
ASYNC
OPTION CODE
SEE 5 kHz TABLE

010
A10
B10
C10
• VOICE MODE: select LPC or MELP. MELP has better voice quality. The
radio has
• SYNC/ASYNC SELECT: SYNC
• OPTION CODE: ANDVT COMSEC will automatically set the Option code to
010 under the DATA/VOC menu. The Option Code sets the same parameters
that VINSON did. However, the operator can change the code. There are
four Option Codes for ANDVT.
- 010 is 2400 bps voice or data

- A10 is 1200 bps data
- B10 is 600 bps data
- C10 is 300 bps data
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ANDVT COMSEC Selected
PT
FREQ COMSEC DATA/VOC DATA / VOICE
SQ PWR NAME VOICE
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM DATA
MODULATION
HPW
M181
BAUD RATE
SYNC/ASYNC SELECT
WB
SYNC
ENABLE TCPIP UFO
ASYNC
NO
OPTION CODE YES
WIRELESS IP ADDRESS
SEE TABLE
SUBNET MASK
GATEWAY ADDRESS
• DATA/VOICE: If VOICE is selected the rest of the menu cannot be

accessed. If DATA is selected then MODULATION is next.
• MODULATION: select HPW for 64 kbps. HPW is used for Wireless

Messaging Terminal (WMT). WMT is a PC program that passes Email.
• Leave BAUD RATE at WB, and ENABLE TCPIP at no.
• If M181 is selected for MODULATION, data rates from 1200 bps to 56

kbps can be selected.
• SYNC/ASYNC SELECT: SYNC
• OPTION CODE: If a 5 kHz channel was selected then 11 Option Codes

are available. Data rates from 1200 bps to 9600 bps. If a 25 kHz channel
was selected then 24 Option Codes are available. Data rates from 1200
bps to 56 kbps can be selected.
• I
10
PT
SQ PWR NAME
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM DIGITAL SQUELCH (CT)
ON
OFF
• Digital Squelch is the only squelch available in Cipher Text, Dedicated

SATCOM mode. Therefore if ANVDT, VINSON, & Fascinator COMSEC
was selected, then Digital Squelch can be set to ON.
• If KG-84 or NONE were selected for COMSEC, squelch is not accessible.
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POWER
PT TX POWER LEVEL
FREQ COMSEC DATA/VOC 2 WATTS
SQ PWR NAME 2.5 WATTS
3 WATTS
4 WATTS
5 WATTS
6.3 WATTS
8 WATTS
10 WATTS
13 WATTS
16 WATTS
20 WATTS
• Use minimum power level necessary to establish communications.
• Power range in SATCOM is 2 to 20 watts in 1 dB steps.
12
PT
SQ PWR NAME CHANGE NET NAME
DIV
Naming a SATCOM preset is the same as for a LOS Fixed Frequency preset.
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SATCOM Net Operational Screens
DIG
CVSD FSK
NONE
INTERLV
For Dedicated SATCOM there are three different operational screens.
1. The type of net (SAT); Mode (181), Crypto type and position, and squelch
(DIG) are displayed on the first screen.
2. Press the Circle Arrow button to view the second screen. The receive and
transmit frequencies are displayed, the data rate (16k), and in the lower right
is the frequency code (107).
3. Press the Circle Arrow button again to view the third screen. Here is the
channel bandwidth (25 kHz), the voice coding (CVSD), modulation type
(FSK), the Option Code (132), and the Forward Error Correction (FEC). All
items on this screen are set by the Options Code.
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Satellite Antenna Pointing
The following equipment and mission planning data is needed:

- Magnetic compass
- Satellite position
- Azimuth to the Satellite
- Elevation angle for the antenna
Azimuth and elevation data is found with:

– Pointing graph slide rules
– Mission planning software systems
Slide rule calculators do not compensate for magnetic declination.
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Pointing Graph Slide Rules
• Move the slide so the vertical line is over the satellite position at the top of
the graph.
• Locate your position on the earth.
• Concentric circle lines determine antenna elevation. This ranges from 0 to

90 degrees.
• Radial lines are used to determine the azimuth to point the antenna. This
is a Grid azimuth and must be converted to a magnetic azimuth.
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SATCOM RSSI Test
PRESS
CALL
VINSON TEK1 PT
PRESS
ENT RSSI
PRESS
ENT
AGAIN
The SATCOM RSSI (Received Signal Strength Indication) Test is used to

determine if the satellite antenna is pointed adequately toward the satellite. The
test should not be performed with the power set to maximum. Start at a low
power setting to get more accurate pointing.
SATCOM RSSI Test requires that KG-84 or ANDVT COMSEC be used with a
data rate of 1200 or 2400. To ping on VINSON COMSEC, load a TEK into the
same ANDVT slot. (e.g. VINSON TEK 01, ANDVT TEK 01). With updated radio
software, the radio will automatically switch from VINSON to ANDVT when RSSI
is selected.
RSSI can only be accessed while the radio is on a SATCOM preset. Press the
1/CALL button on the KDU to initiate the test.
Press ENT to ping the satellite. An 80 score or better should be obtained. If

score is low, reorient the antenna and repeat.
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Practical Exercise
AN/PRC-117F
Dedicated SATCOM
18
TAB
Insert Tab # 6 Here

AN/PRC-117
UHF DAMA SATCOM
2
What is DAMA?
New UFO satellites are expensive. The average UFO Satellite cost over $200
million back in 1996. DAMA was a way to increase the number of SATCOM
users without adding more satellites. Radios were update with DAMA
programming and DAMA Control Stations were setup. Nothing had to be
changed on the current UFO satellites, just some channels were now designated
as DAMA only. DAMA allows multiple users to share a single satellite channel at
the same time.
DAMA: Demand Assigned Multiple Access
Demand Assigned: Channel space is assigned as demanded by the user.

Upon completion of communications, the channel space can be assigned to
other users.
Multiple Access: Multiple users can access the system at the same time.
Access is determined by priority and resource availability at the time of the
request.
DAMA provides a five-fold increase in voice access using DAMA as opposed to

non-Dama systems. DAMA users must use ANDVT or KG-84 to get 5 users on a
25 kHz channel, not VINSON.
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DAMA COMSEC
DAMA requires at least two COMSEC keys to operate.
The data or voice communications are encrypted with the same TEK used in
Dedicated SATCOM. The control station does not need the TEK.
Users acquire the satellite and log in with a channel control station over an
Engineering Order Wire secured by a Transmission Security Key (TSK). All user
terminals and the control station need the TSK. Once logged in, all user requests
for satellite access are carried over the EOW to the control station.
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DAMA Addresses
Terminal Base Addresses: 1 - 49,999
Network Addresses: 50,000 - 65,535
Control Station
USER USER Multiple Network Addresses
1 TBA 1 TBA Multiple TBAs under each
1 Network 1 Network Network Address
Address Address
All DAMA users must have a unique DAMA address. The DAMA address is
called a TBA or Terminal Base Address but it can go into any AN/PRC-117. Each
radio must have a different TBA.
When a Satellite Access Request (SAR) for DAMA is approved for a unit, all
TBAs are added to a single Network Address. Both the TBA and Network
address must be programmed into the radio.
The Guard list is a list of TBAs and the Network address that a terminal “listens
for”. Any communication request that matches an address in the Guard List, the
terminal will connect to. However, according to a FORSCOM DAMA
Programming guide, only the Network address is entered in the Guard List. No
TBAs will be in the Guard list.
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DAMA Net Programming (1)
8/PGM
PT
NORM DAMA SCAN

PORTS SECURE CFIG PT
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM SELECT NET TO MODIFY
0 [DAMANET0 ]
PT
PRESETS DEFAULT
PT
CODE
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM CHANNEL RANGING ADDR
TRANSEC POWER NAME
PT
NETS PORT_CONFIGS
DESTINATIONS
2. Using the right arrow, highlight DAMA, press ENT
3. Select PRESETS then NETS
4. 10 nets can be programmed into the radio (0 - 9), select the first net
5. Now you are at the net programming menu
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CHANNEL
CHANNEL NUMBER
1 - 249
TRANSMIT CAPABILITY
FULL
PT EMCON
CHANNEL RANGING ADDR
TRANSEC POWER NAME
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM CONSTANT KEY PORT?
NO
YES
DEFAULT CONFIG
0 DAMACFG0 - 9 DAMACFG9
1. Select the SATCOM Channel number. These are the same channel as
the dedicated channel numbers. Only DAMA designated channels can be
used for DAMA.
2. Transmit Capability: set to FULL.
3. Constant Key Port: set to NO. Selecting YES will cause the radio to not
receive. Constant Key Port is on 25 kHz channels only.
4. Login Type (not shown) is for 5 kHz channels only. Set it to Preassigned.
5. Default Config: Select a Port Configuration to use. There are 10 ports that
can be programmed (0-9). The Ports will be programmed after the Net.
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RANGING
RANGING METHOD
ACTIVE
FIXED
PT
RANGE IN CHIPS
TRANSEC POWER NAME 00000 - 99999
1. Arrow over and select RANGING.
2. Ranging: set to ACTIVE
8
PT
CHANNEL RANGING ADDR BASE ADDRESS

TRANSEC POWER NAME
00001 - 49999
PT
BASE_ADDRESS
GUARD_LIST
PT
BASE_ADDRESS
GUARD_LIST
GUARD LIST
PT
ADDRESS TO ADD
ADD REVIEW DELETE
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM 50000 - 65535
1. Select ADDR then BASE_ADDRESS.
2. Enter the radios base address (TBA).
3. Select GUARD_LIST, and then ADD.
4. Enter the Network Address from the Satellite Assess Authorization (SAA).
The Guard List can hold up to 15 addresses. However, FORSCOM
directs that no TBAs will be entered into the Guard List, only Network
Addresses.
5. Press the CLR button twice to exit the ADDR submenu.
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TRANSEC
ORDERWIRE ENCRYPTION
OFF
ON
PT
KEY LOCATION 0 - 3
TRANSEC POWER NAME TSK 01 - 25
KEY LOCATION 4 - 7
NONE
1. Select TRANSEC.
2. Set ORDERWIRE ENCRYPTION to ON.
3. Set the first four Key Locations to TSK 01. Locations 4 - 7 are not
currently used.
Because the operator may not know which Key Location the DAMA Control
Station is using, set the first four locations. After the radio becomes Net
Connected and shows, which location is being used then the other three can be
set to none.
10
POWER
PT

TRANSEC POWER NAME TX POWER LEVEL
1 TO 20 WATTS
VAU POWER LEVEL
5 TO 50 WATTS
PT
CHANNEL RANGING ADDR NAME

TRANSEC POWER NAME
CHANGE NAME
DAMANET0
PT
NETS PORT_CONFIGS
DESTINATIONS
1. Select POWER
2. Set the appropriate TX Power Level or the VAU Power Level
3. Select NAME
4. Enter a name for the DAMA Net
5. Press the CLR button once to do Port Configuration next
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PT
NETS PORT_CONFIGS
DESTINATIONS
PT
SELECT PORT CONFIG

0 [DAMACFG0 ]
PT
COMSEC DATA/VOICE
CONFIG_CODE NAME
6. Arrow over and select PORT_CONFIGS.
7. Select the correct port. This would be the port you just assigned during
the CHANNEL configuration. There are 10 ports (0-9).
8. Now you are at the Port programming menu.
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COMSEC
CRYPTO MODE
PT NONE
Vinson
COMSEC
ENCRYPTION KEY
DATA/VOICE CONFIG_CODE
TEK 01 - 25
NAME KG-84
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM ANALOG DATA
ENCRYPTION KEY Yes
No
TEK 01 - 25
SYNCHRONIZATION
REDUNDANT MODE 1
HPW TRANSEC KEY ID
ANDVT TSK 01 - 25
TEK 01 - 25 REDUNDANT MODE 2
TRAINING FRAMES NON-REDUN MODE 3
6, 9, 12, 15, 20, 30, 60 NON-REDUN MODE 4
ANDVT PREAMBLE
STANDARD
ENHANCED
VOICE AUTOSWITCH
DISABLE
ENABLE
1. For normal voice operations in DAMA select ANVDT and the TEK location
(1-25)
2. Set the Training Frames to 20
3. Leave the Preamble at default (Standard)
4. Voice Autoswitch is the same as Dedicated SATCOM
5. VINSON and KG-84 at 16 kbps are primarily selected for Demand

Assigned Single Access (DASA) operation.
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DATA/VOICE
VOICE MODE
PT LPC
COMSEC DATA/VOICE MELP
CONFIG_CODE NAME DATA / VOICE
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM AUTO ON ADF PORT
AUTO ON DATA PORT
SYNC/ASYNC SELECT
SYNC
ASYNC
BAUD RATE
75 BPS - 16 KBPS
DASA MODULATION MODE

DASA OPTION NUM: 132 MS181
DASA OPTION NUM: 132

DASA HPW BAUD RATE
UFO
WB
NB
• If ANDVT COMSEC was selected then DATA / VOICE and DASA

MODULATION MODE are not available
• DASA OPTION NUM does not need changed
• Under VOICE MODE change to MELP for better voice quality
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CONFIG_CODE
PT 25KHZ PORT CFG CODE
COMSEC DATA/VOICE 060

CONFIG_CODE NAME
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM 5KHZ PORT CFG CODE
060
PT
NAME
COMSEC DATA/VOICE
CONFIG_CODE NAME
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM CHANGE NAME
DAMACFG0
1. Set the 2 digit CONFIG_CODE for 25 kHz DAMA channel to match the
port configuration parameters. For standard DAMA voice set the code to
060, 060 represents ANDVT 2400 bps configuration.
2. Even though you may not be doing 5 kHz DAMA, set the 3 digit
CONFIG_CODE to 060.
3. Change the NAME if desired
4. Press the CLR button once to do Destinations next
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PT
NETS PORT_CONFIGS
DESTINATIONS
PT
SELECT DESTINATION
00 [DAMADEST0 ]
PT
5KHZ 25K_AC 25K_DC

SEARCH NAME CLEAR
5. Arrow over and select DESTINATIONS.
6. Select the first Destination. There are 50 positions to program

destinations (00-49).
7. Now you are at the Destinations menu.
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PT
5KHZ
5KHZ 25K_AC 25K_DC
SEARCH NAME CLEAR
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM DESTINATION
00000 - 65535
PT
5KHZ 25K_AC 25K_DC 25KHZ

SEARCH NAME CLEAR
ADD
DESTINATION TO ADD
PT
00000 - 65535
ADD REVIEW DELETE
• For 5 kHz DAMA, only one TBA or Network Address can be entered.
• For 25K_AC DAMA, up to 5 TBAs can be entered. However, FORSCOM

directs that no TBAs will be entered as Destinations, only Network
Addresses. Therefore, the same Network Address entered into the Guard
List will be entered into the 25K_AC Destination.
• AC stands for Automatic control. DC is Distributed Control
• 25K_DC is not normally used
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PT SEARCH
5KHZ 25K_AC 25K_DC
SEARCH NAME CLEAR SEARCH AREA
LOCAL
GLOBAL
PT
5KHZ 25K_AC 25K_DC NAME
SEARCH NAME CLEAR
CHANGE NAME
DAMADEST0
PT
5KHZ 25K_AC 25K_DC CLEAR
SEARCH NAME CLEAR
ARE YOU SURE?
NO
YES
1. Set to GLOBAL for 5 kHz Multiple HOP Operation.
2. For 25K_AC, leave it at LOCAL.
3. Change the NAME if desired.
4. CLEAR is used to erase the DAMA destination preset of all parameters.

Only for this destination preset not the other 49 presets.
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DAMA Net Operational Screens (1)
ANDVT TEK01 CT
OPERATIONAL MODE
DAMA
ANDVT TEK01 CT
CONFIGURING DAMA
ANDVT NO KEY CT
NO ORDERWIRE KEYS
LOADED
PRESS AND KEY TO ACKNOWLEDGE
DAMA ANDVT TEK01 CT
0-DAMANET0
ACQUIRING 25 KhZ--AC
NETWORK
• Setup your tactical satellite antenna to the correct azimuth and elevation.
• Place the radio in DAMA Mode: Press 3/MODE button then arrow down
until DAMA is displayed, press ENT.
• The display will momentarily display CONFIGURING DAMA. If the

operator did not load all COMSEC then error messages will be displayed.
• If all COMSEC was loaded and the configuration was correct, the main
operational DAMA screen will appear with ACQUIRING in the lower left.
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DAMA ANDVT TEK01 CT
0-DAMANET0
CONNECTED 25 KhZ--AC
NETWORK
DAMA ANDVT TEK01 CT
R:260.575 OW:CT
T:294.175 FULL 054
FREQUENCY TX_OPTS CHAN
DAMA ANDVT TEK01 CT
0-DAMACFG0
ACTIVE 5min
SERVICE TIME REMAINING
• There are five DAMA operational screens. The main screen will display
the network status (Acquiring, Ranging, Logging In, Connected, Configure,
Error, or Disable).
• DAMA replaced NORM next to the battery indicator.
• In place of the Transmit / Receive strength indicator is a Status Message

Shortcut. Using the screen override function, select the envelope and
press ENT. The message list will be displayed.
• Press the Circle Arrow button for the second operational screen. The
receive & transmit frequencies are shown. In the center, the Orderwire
status is CT or encrypted. Under that is Transmit Capability of FULL, then
the Channel number on the right.
• Press the Circle Arrow for the third operational screen. The port number is
displayed where the net number was. Service state can be (Active,
Queued, Dedicated, Idle, Pending, Offline, Disabled, or Error). Time
remaining before being disconnected if a time was entered when placing a
call or it will be blank if no time was entered.
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DAMA ANDVT TEK01 CT
TO: 12345
VOC OFF 2400 SYNC
ADF DATA RATE SYNCH
SERVICE ANDVT TEK01 CT
ACTIVE F:257 060

CONNECTED MELP 054
NETWORK ENC STL CHAN
• Press the Circle Arrow button for the fourth operational screen. If a call is
connected, the destination address is shown where the net name was.
This screen also shown the ADF & Data port status, the Data Rate, & and
whether Sync or Async data was configured.
• Press the Circle Arrow for the fifth operational screen. This screen shows
the Service status, Network status, and channel again; the frame format
(F:257), the configuration code (060), & voice mode (MELP).
• After the radio is placed in DAMA mode, the Network status should display
ACQUIRING. It will then change to RANGING IN PROGRESS. With
active ranging, the radio is measuring its distance from the satellite. When
done RANGING COMPLETE will be briefly displayed then change to
CONNECTED.
• Check the third operational screen, Service State should be IDLE. This
will change to ACTIVE when a call has been connected.
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Placing a DAMA Call
1/CALL SELECT REQUEST TYPE
PLACE A CALL
SELECT A DESTINATION
DAMADEST 00
PRECEDENCE
ROUTINE
PRIORITY
IMMEDIATE
FLASH
FLASH OVERRIDE
EMERGENCY ACTION
DURATION
####
START LINK TEST
LINK TEST RATE
9.6K, 19.2K, OR 32K
DISCONNECT CALL
Once your radio is CONNECTED, you can then place a call. You cannot just key
the microphone and start talking like dedicated SATCOM or LOS.
1. Press the CALL button and select PLACE A CALL.
2. Select the DESTNATION
3. Select the PRECEDENCE, normally it will be ROUTINE.
4. Set the DURATION TO 0000 (ALL ZEROS)
The radio will send a RCCOW (Return Channel Control Orderwire) and wait for a
response. If channel space is available, the Service Status will change to
ACTIVE. If there is no space currently available, the status changes to
QUEUED, indicating the radio is on a waiting list for the next open space.
You must manually the call when complete. Just press CALL then select
DISCONNECT CALL.
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Common Error Codes
71: Service Request Restriction Violation
77: Your terminal does not exist in the database
81: Required data rate cannot be supported
82: Requested party unknown
88: Requesting party’s device not compatible with this guard
71: Operator entered the incorrect precedence level.
77: The Channel Controller has no record of your TBA.
81: Check the configuration code and data rate. Ensure they are set to 060 and
2400 bps
82: The address entered into the Destination is incorrect or not in the Channel
Controller database.
88: This is another configuration code issue.
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Practical Exercise
AN/PRC-117F
DAMA SATCOM
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TAB
Insert Tab # 7 Here

SINCGARS
Frequency Hopping
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SINCGARS Frequency Hopping (FH)
Characteristics & Definitions
•Operates in the VHF-Low band from 30 to 87.975 MHz
•25 kHz channel spacing
•2320 possible frequencies
•Hopping rate of 100 frequencies per second
SINCGARS is an acronym for Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio

System
SINCGARS Frequency Hopping (FH) provides Electronic Counter-Counter

Measures (ECCM) qualities of anti-jam and Limited Probability of Intercept (LPI).
An ECM or Electronic Counter Measure is jamming.
The SINCGARS radio counters jamming by continually changing frequencies 100

times per second over a 57 mHz bandwidth. The hopping also leads to the fact
that the enemy cannot intercept the radios transmissions because it is not on one
frequency long enough to be detected
With a channel spacing of 25 kHz there are 2320 possible frequencies between
30 to 87.975 MHz. The average SINCGARS Hopset contains around 1200
frequencies. The radio hops on these frequencies in a random pattern
determined by a Transmission Security Key (TSK). This is why time is very
important. If a radios’ clock is too far off from other radios, it will not be able to
communicate with them.
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SINCGARS FH (1)
•1000 Net IDs
•Loadset, Lockouts & ESETs
• VINSON or KYV-5 COMSEC
• Hot Start Net Opening
Net IDs (000-999) are used to divide the Hopset in multiple networks by changing
the starting point in the Hopset. There are 1000 net IDs per TSK. A SINCGARS
Loadset can have one to 6 TSKs.
Lockout set is a set of frequencies that are not allowed in the Hopset. For
example, civilian TV stations that; exist in the SINCGARS operational range.
An ESET (Electronic Set) contains SINCGARS FH data, a TSK, and a net ID.
A SINCGARS Loadset contains up to five TEKs, one KEK, six ESETs, and any
Lockout sets. A Loadset is loaded into the radio in one-step using and AN/CYZ-
10 or an AN/PYQ-10 (SKL). Sometimes this is referred to as an ICOM Fill,
(Integrated COMSEC Fill).
Hot Start Net Opening is a method of entering a SINCGARS FH Net by loading a

radio with the FH Loadset and accurate time.
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SINCGARS FH (2)
•Manual & CUE Frequency
• Cold Start Net Opening
• Electronic Remote Fill (ERF)
• Late Net Entry (LNE)
The Manual frequency is a single channel frequency used for the Cold Start Net
Opening procedure. The CUE frequency is a single channel frequency that
allows a radio not in a SINCGARS FH net to contact the MASTER station of the
SINCGARS FH net.
Cold Start Net Opening is a method of opening a SINCGARS FH net where

member stations load the FH Loadset then the Master station transmits the FH
data and net time.
Electronic Remote Fill (ERF) is a procedure by which the net master station
starts or updates a FH net by transmitting the Hopset to net member radios.
ERF is used when a member’s radio is more then 60 seconds off net time.
Late Net Entry (LNE) is a method to enter or re-enter the FH Net when radio
Time of Day (TOD) has slipped by more than four seconds, but not more than
one minute from that of the net master TOD. There are four ways to do a LNE;
manually reload time, Hot Start, CUE & ERF, and Passive LNE. Passive LNE
can only be performed when the member radio is less then 60 seconds off net
time.
The net time includes the Julian date. The Julian date is only two digits. There
are two different Julian calendars, one for a regular year, and one for leap year.
The next leap years are, 2012, 2016, and 2020.
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SINCGARS FH (3)
Julian Date
The net time includes the Julian date. The Julian date is only two digits. There
are two different Julian calendars, one for a regular year and one for leap year.
The next leap years are 2012, 2016, & 2020.
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Loading SINCGARS FH
Data AN/CYZ-10 RDS (1)
FILL MENU
FILL DEVICE
CYZ-10 DS-101
CYZ10- RDS
FILL MENU
FILL DEVICE
CYZ-10 RDS
CYZ10- RDS
FILL MENU
PRESS ENTER
TO INITIATE
CYZ10- RDS
FILL MENU
FILL IN PROGRESS
CYZ10- RDS
It is best to load the SINCGARS FH Loadset before programming SINCGARS

NETS.
1. Place radio function switch to LD position.

2. Connect the fill device to J1 AUDIO/DATA/FILL connector.
3. Arrow down and select CYZ10 RDS for the Fill Device.
4. The radio displays PRESS ENTER TO INITIATE, press ENT now.
5. Radio displays FILL IN PROGRESS.
6. Prepare the AN/CYZ-10.
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Loading SINCGARS FH

sEtup Comsec Time
Send to:
Radio Ancd Stu Pc
Select: iCom Nonicom

Abn Rcu Haveq
Do you want to include

time? (Y/N)
Press [Load] on RT
Using RDS (Radio) software from an AN/CYZ-10 use the following steps.
1. Select Send.
2. Select Radio.
3. Select iCom.
4. Follow instructions to until (Connect to RT AUD/FILL Connector), press
ENTR.
5. (Set FCTN Switch to LD on RT), press ENTR
6. (Do you want to include time?) If the correct date and time are in the
DTD, select Y. Otherwise select N.
7. The DTD will state (Press [LOAD] on RT) for a few seconds then change
to display each of the six COMSEC keys as they are loaded. Then the
DTD will load each of the six ESETs one at a time. The radio will continue
to display FILL IN PROGRESS.
8. If there were no errors, the DTD will display (ICOM transfer successful).
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Loading SINCGARS FH
FILL MENU
KEY STORE
IN PROGRESS
CYZ10- RDS
FILL MENU
FILL DONE
PRESS ANY KEY
CYZ10- RDS
FILL MENU FILL MENU
MORE FILL DATA? YES MORE FILL DATA? NO

CYZ10- RDS CYZ10- RDS
FILL MENU
CHANGE SW FROM LD
CYZ10- RDS
9. Once the last item of the FH Loadset is transferred, the radio will display
KEY STORE IN PROGRESS for about 30 - 60 seconds. Then change to
FILL DONE PRESS ANY KEY.
10. Press any key, MORE FILL DATA? YES is displayed.
11. If done, change to NO, press ENT.
12. CHANGE SW FROM LD, disconnects the fill device first, and then moves
the switch from LD to PT, CT, or TD.
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Loading SINCGARS FH
Data AN/PYQ-10 SKL
Initializing Fill Port…

Press LOAD Button.
Sending TEK #1
Sending TEK #2
Sending TEK #3
Sending TEK #4
Sending TEK #5
Sending KEK #6
Sending Cold Start TSK
Sending Hopset #1
Sending Hopset #2
If using an AN/PYQ-10 SKL (Simple Key Loader) use the following steps. The
radio setup is the same as with the AN/CYZ-10.
1. After you have logged into the SKL select the Eqs Tab.
2. Select RT-1523 or SINCGARS then press the LOAD icon in the top right
of the screen.
3. At the SINCGARS Mode screen, select ICOM Transfer and Include Time
(if needed). Press OK.
4. At the Connect to screen, connect the SKL to the RT then press Next>>
5. At the Profiles screen, ensure the radio displays FILL IN PROGRESS,
then press Send on the SKL.
6. The Status screen displays ‘Press LOAD Button.’ for about a second.
7. If the connect is good and there are no errors, the SKL will display
‘Sending TEK #1 - #5, KEK #6 , Sending Cold Start TSK, Sending Hopset
#1 - #6 and 8 Lockouts.
8. When complete the SKL will display ‘Re-load equipment’. At this time, you
can disconnect the SKL and then move the switch from LD to PT, CT, or
TD.
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Loading SINCGARS FH Data
LOADSET RADIO COMSEC SLOT

KEY / POS
TEK #1 VINSON TEK21
TEK #2 VINSON TEK22
TEK #3 VINSON TEK23
TEK #4 VINSON TEK24
TEK #5 VINSON TEK25
KEK #6 VINSON KEK
LOADSET RADIO SINCGARS TSK SLOT

ESET/HOPSET
HOPSET #1 TSK 20
HOPSET #2 TSK 21
HOPSET #3 TSK 22
HOPSET #4 TSK 23
HOPSET #5 TSK 24
HOPSET #6 TSK 25
LOCKOUT LOCKOUT
Whether using an AN/CYZ-10 or an AN/PYQ-10 SKL, the COMSEC keys are

stored in the last 5 VINSON TEK slots and the only VINSON KEK slot.
The ESETs are stored in the last 6 SINCGARS TSK slots. The Lockout set is
stored in the only SINCGARS Lockout slot.
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SINCGARS Configuration
& Hopset Copy (1)
8/PGM
PT
NORM DAMA SCAN

PORTS SECUR CFIG PT
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM HOPPING TYPE

PT
SINCGARS
NET GENERAL
EXCLBAND
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM PT
PT CONFIG HOPSET_COPY
HOPPING USE < > TO SELECT ITEM
IP_ROUTES
Before programming SINCGARS nets, it is best to configure SINCGARS and

create the Net IDs needed first.
1. Press the PGM button.
2. Using the left or right arrow, highlight NORM and press the ENT button.
3. Select GENERAL.
4. Select HOPPING.
5. Select SINCGARS for HOPPING TYPE.
6. Select CONFIG.
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& Hopset Copy (2)
CONFIG
PT
ACTIVATE CUE FREQ
CONFIG HOPSET_COPY
NO
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM YES
CUE FREQUENCY
30.00000 MHz
SINCGARS RADIO TYPE

MEMBER
MASTER
Master stations can activate the CUE frequency now. Member station will
activate the Cue Frequency only when they need to use it.
Normally there are only one or two Master stations in a net. The primary master
is the Net Control Station (NCS); the second would be an alternate NCS.
The CUE frequency can only be 30 - 87.975 MHz.
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& Hopset Copy (3)
PT
CONFIG HOPSET_COPY
PT
HOPSET COMPARTMENT
COPY FROM: 25
F600
PT PT
HOPSET COMPARTMENT HOPSET COMPARTMENT

COPY TO: 25
OR COPY TO: 01
F600 F600
PT PT
COPY AS HOPSET ID ***WORKING***

F125 COPYING HOPSET
The Hopset copy function allows the operator to change the FH Net ID of a
Hopset. It can be copied to the same Hopset Compartment or a different
Compartment. There are 25 SINCGARS Hopset Compartments; this allows 25
nets to be programmed with different SINCGARS Net IDs.
• Select HOPSET_COPY.
• Select the compartment to copy FROM. The up/down arrow buttons are
used to select the compartment.
• Select the compartment to copy TO. The TO compartment must be

entered with the numbers buttons.
• At COPY AS HOPSET ID, change the FH Net ID needed.
It will take about 8 seconds to copy the Hopset.
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SINCGARS Net Programming (1)
PT PT

EXCLBAND FREQUENCY HOPPING
PT PT
SELECT NET TO MODIFY HOPPING TYPE

00 [NET0 ] SINCGARS
PT
PT
ACTIVATE IN LIST? HOPSET COMSEC

YES DAT/VOC PWR NAME
• When done copying, press the CLR button twice
• Using the left or right arrow, highlight NET and press the ENT button.
• Enter 00 through 99 to select the net to modify.
• Activate in List? YES.
• Net Type: Using the Up or Down Arrow, change the net type to
FREQUENCY HOPPING, press ENT.
• Select SINCGARS for HOPPING TYPE.
Now you are at the SINCGARS net programming menu.
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HOPSET
PT
HOPSET COMSEC
DAT/VOC PWR NAME HOPSET COMPARTMENT
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM 01-25 [ F100 ]
PT LATE NET ENTRY
HOPSET COMPARTMENT OFF

01 [ F125] ON
NET0 RECEIVE ONLY
NO
PT YES
HOPSET COMPARTMENT
02 [ EMPTY ]
NET0
• Select HOPSET.
• Select the correct Hopset compartment by entering 01 - 25. Filled

compartments will have the Net ID in brackets. Empty compartment will
say EMPTY.
• LATE NET ENTRY is passive late entry. Leave it OFF unless the radio
needs it is time synchronized with net time. Master stations do not use the
LNE function.
• RECEIVE ONLY. Leave at the default NO. YES will prevent transmitting.
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COMSEC
CRYPTO MODE
NONE
PT Vinson
ENCRYPTION KEY
HOPSET COMSEC
DAT/VOC PWR NAME TEK 01 - 25
ANALOG DATA
No
Yes
KYV-5
ENCRYPTION KEY
TEK 01 - 25
ANALOG DATA
No
Yes
• Select COMSEC.
• Select VINSON for normal voice communications or data up to 16 kbps.

KYV-5 COMSEC is selected if EDM Data Rates are required.
• Select the ENCRYPTION KEY position (1 - 25)
• Leave ANALOG DATA at the default of NO for voice or digital data.
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DAT/VOICE
DATA/VOICE
AUTO ON ADF PORT

AUTO ON DATA PORT
PT
SYNC/ASYNC SELECT
HOPSET COMSEC
DAT/VOC PWR NAME SYNC
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM ASYNC
BAUD RATE
16.0K, 4800, etc
• Select DAT/VOICE.
• For normal voice communications, leave DATA/VOICE at AUTO ON ADF

PORT.
• Leave SYNC/ASYNC SELECT at SYNC.
VINSON data rates are 16k, 4800, 2400, 1200, 600, & TF (TACFIRE)
KYV-5 data rates are 9600N, 4800N, 2400N, 1200N, RS232, & PCKT.
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PWR
TX POWER LEVEL
PT
1 WATT
HOPSET COMSEC 1.3 WATTS
DAT/VOC PWR NAME
1.6 WATTS
2 WATTS
2.5 WATTS
3 WATTS
4 WATTS
5 WATTS
6.3 WATTS
8 WATTS
10 WATTS
• Use minimum power level necessary to establish communications.
• 10 watts is the maximum for SINCGARS.
• Power is adjusted in one dB steps.
With the AN/PRC-117 installed in a Vehicular Adapter Unit, the power range
increases to 5 - 50 watts in 2 dB steps.
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NAME
PT
HOPSET COMSEC CHANGE NET NAME
DAT/VOC PWR NAME

DIV
Again, the name is the same as LOS & SATCOM.
Net Names can be up to 12 alphanumeric characters with no spaces allowed.

Names cannot be repeated.
If the next letter or number is on the same key, use right arrow then enter it.
When done programming, press the PRE +/- key anytime in programming to
quickly exit programming mode and return to the last operation net preset. Be
patient if the with SINCGARS nets. It can take up to 15 seconds to exit
programming and enter the SINCGARS operational screen.
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SINCGARS FH Options
Time of Day (TOD)
7/OPT
VINSON TEK21 CT
COMSEC POWER RETRANS

TIME GPS SAVE LOUT
VINSON TEK21 CT
GTOD
GPS_SYNC
VINSON TEK21 CT
GLOBAL TIME OF DAY

25d 16:46:27
The SINCGARS FH net master station must set correct Global Time Of Day
(GTOD) from an accurate ZULU/ Universal Coordinate Time (UTC) time source.
Or any member station that is performing a Hot Start Net Entry. Use a Julian
calendar to acquire the correct two digit date.
• Press the OPT button.
• Use the left/right arrow keys to scroll to TIME, press ENT.
• Select GTOD, press ENT.
• Enter the Julian date, but do not press the ENT button.
• Arrow right to the hour, enter the hour.
• Arrow right, enter the minute.
• Arrow right, enter the seconds in advance of what the GPS time source
has.
• When GPS time source and the time on the radio match, press the ENT
button.
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SINCGARS FH Net
Operational Screens
36d16:23:45 HOP
F128 33.00000 OFF
HOPSET CUE FREQUENCY LNE
36d16:23:45 HOP
F128 01 16.0
HOPSET CMPT RATE
There are three SINCGARS operational screens. The main screen will display
the Hopping Type (SNCGRS) and either MEMBR or MASTR.
The second operational screen shows the GTOD, HOP for net type, the Hopset
Net ID (F128), The CUE frequency, and if Passive Late Net Entry is ON or OFF.
Screen override can be used to turn LNE on or off for member stations. If the
radio is within 60 seconds of net sync time when LNE is ON, the radio will sync it
clock with any received signal. LNE will automatically change to OFF when this
happens. If radio will not resync (LNE remains ON), the radio may be outside the
1-minute LNE window. CUE and Cold Start may need to be performed instead.
Additional information on the third operational screen, the Hopset Compartment

(01) and the data rate. Screen override can also be used to change the Hopset
Compartment.
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SINCGARS FH Operation, CUE
VINSON TEK21 CT
CUE ERF COLD_START

To cue the Master station and gain access to the FH net, follow this procedure:
1. Press the CALL button on the KDU. Use the right arrow key to select
CUE. Press ENT.
2. The display changes from the SINCGARS operational screen to a LOS
fixed frequency screen using the programmed CUE frequency.
3. Press the circle arrow key to view page 2 of the CUECHANNEL display.
4. Place the radio function switch to PT and key handset for a couple of
seconds, return to CT and then wait for the NCS to respond. Ask for a
Cold Start.
5. Repeat step 4 if the NCS has not responded
Master Station:
1. When the Master receives a CUE, CUE will be displayed in the lower right
and a tone will be heard in the handset.
2. Press the CALL button on the KDU. Use the right arrow key to select
CUE. Press ENT.
3. Once in the CUECHANNEL, respond to the CUEing station.
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SINCGARS FH Operation
Member Station Cold Start (1)
HOPSET STORE OK
PRESS ANY KEY
F100
00
F100
00-SINCGARS1
01
F100
To initiate a Cold Start, the Master station places a call on the Manual frequency
and instructs all member stations to prepare for a Cold Start. Member stations
would perform the following steps:
1. Press the CALL button and select COLD_START, press ENT.
2. Enter the Cold Start frequency, press ENT.
3. The display will show WAITING FOR RECEPTION. Wait until the NCS
transmits the COLD_START ERF.
4. After RECEPTION, the radio asks where to store the HOPSET. Enter a
selection from 01-25.
5. At ASSIGN HOPSET TO NET # #, use the up/down arrow to select the

preset number being cold started. Only presets programmed as
SINCGARS can be selected.
6. Display returns to WAITING FOR RECEPTION. If done press CLR to

return to the operational SINCGARS FH Net preset and wait for a radio
check from the Master.
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SINCGARS FH Operation
Master Station Cold Start (2)
COLD START ERF

TRANSMIT
After responding to a CUE or performing a Cold Start on the entire net, the
process is the same.
1. Press the CALL button and select COLD_START, press ENT.
2. Enter the Cold Start frequency, press ENT.
3. Select TRANSMIT, press ENT.
4. Enter the Manual frequency, press ENT.
5. Using the up/down arrows, select the proper Hopset Compartment to

transmit, press ENT.
6. After transmission, the screen returns to SELECT SET. Select another to

transmit or press CLR to return to the operational screen and perform a
radio check with the station that received the Cold Start.
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Practical Exercise
AN/PRC-117F
SINCGARS
Frequency Hopping
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TAB
Insert Tab # 8 Here

OTAR Operations
2
OTAR/OTAT Operations (1)
The AN/PRC-117F is capable of OTAR and OTAT. The AN/PRC-117F supports

Transmit Automatic Rekey (AK), cooperative and uncooperative Receive
Automatic Rekey (AK), Transmit Manual Rekey (MK), Receive Manual Rekey,
Variable Generate (VG), and Variable Update (VU).
OTAR/OTAT: Over the Air Rekey/Transfer is used to transmit a TEK through the
radio to one or more target radios or target DTDs. To re-key a target radio, use
the Automatic Rekey procedure. To send the new key to a target DTD
connected to the radio, use the Manual Rekey procedure.
AK OTAR requires both the receiving radio and the DTD transmitting the OTAR
must have the same KEK. MK OTAT does not require the KEK.
Variable Generate (VG): The AN/PRC-117F can generate COMSEC key

variables using an AN/CYZ-10, SKL, or similar DTD. These keys are used for
testing the radios only.
Variable Update is used to update the KEK used to transmit the AK OTAR. The
original KEK is changed during the AK process in both the transmitting and
receiving radios and must be updated to continue operations.
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OTAR/OTAT Operations (2)
No cooperative Receive Rekey (AK OTAR) overwrites the current key in the
receiving radio on the operational channel automatically without operator action.
4
OTAR/OTAT Operations TX MK (1)
REKEY / NCD OPS VINSON TEK21 RV
MODE:
TRANSMIT MK
COMSEC REKEY / NCD OPS VINSON TEK21 RV
CONNECT NCD AND

REKEY / NCD OPS VINSON TEK21 RV INITIATE MK
WAIT - CONFIGURING COMSEC TX MK
FOR TX MK
COMSEC TX MK
A more failsafe method is to use OTAT instead of OTAR. With OTAT, the key
can be stored in both the radio and an attached DTD. If the receiving radio does
not receive the key, a backup will exist in the DTD to reload in needed.
Perform the following procedure for Transmit MK using VINSON COMSEC:
1. Load the new TEK to the radio to have available for communications
checks with receiving stations of the OTAT.
2. Notify receiving stations to prepare for MK OTAR. Direct them to use
cooperative Receive MK OTAT method. Additionally instruct them not to
transmit again until they hear a communications check.
3. Rotate the function switch to RV.
4. Select TRANSMIT MK, press ENT.
5. WAIT - CONFIGURING FOR TX MK is displayed then changes to
CONNECT NCD AND INITIATE MK.
6. Connect the DTD.
5

sEtup Comsec Time
vG Ld Rv Transfer in progress.
Ak Mk vU
Select key qUit Sending TEK

USKAT1234 USKAT1234
Connect to RT and 1 key transferred.

press [SEND ]
If using an AN/CYZ-10:
1. Turn AN/CYZ-10 on and load RADIO application.

2. Select Comsec
3. Select MK
4. At Select key screen, use the P DN button to page down and find the
correct TEK, press the ENTR button.
5. DTD reads: Connect to RT and press [SEND], press SEND.
SEND. Display will show:

[Transfer in progress],
[Sending TEK xxxxxx], then
[1 key transferred]
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Load outstation KEK

to NCS?
If using an AN/PYQ-10 SKL:
1. After logging into the SKL program, select File.

2. Select OTAD - Manual Rekey (MK)
3. At the Select and equipment screen, select Generic MK.
4. Perform MK-RV? Select Yes
5. Generate new replacement TEK? Select No
6. Load outstation KEK to NCS? Select No
7
Operation Successful
Tell outstations to prepare for MK
Press Finish to initiate MK operation
Load original KEK

back to NCS?
7. At the Select a replacement TEK: screen, select the new TEK that needs
to be transmitted to the receiving stations, press Next>>
8. Pre-steps MK-RV Operation, press Finish.
9. If no errors, the SKL displays Operation Successful.
10. Press OK, then Finnish.
11. The SKL give you the option to send the key again. Select No.
12. Load original KEK back to NCS? select No.
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TX MK
IN PROGRESS
COMSEC TX MK
TX MK DONE
PRESS ANY KEY
COMSEC TX MK
With either DTD the radio will display:
13. TX MK IN PROGRESS, followed by TX MK DONE PRESS ANY KEY.
14. Press any key to return to the REKEY/NCD operations menu.
15. If done, disconnect the DTD.
16. Place the function switch to CT and perform a radio check using the new
TEK.
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OTAR/OTAT Operations RX MK (6)
MODE:
RECEIVE MK
COMSEC
KEY STORAGE DEVICE:

RADIO & FILL DEVICE
COMSEC RX MK
WAIT TO RECEIVE MK
COMSEC RX MK
Upon receiving notification that the NCS will transmit an MK OTAR, acknowledge
instructions and do not transmit again until procedure has completed and the
NCS makes another communications check.
1. Rotate function switch to RV.
2. Select RECEIVE MK, press ENT.
3. Select desired KEY STORAGE DEVICE, such as RADIO & FILL

DEVICE.
4. WAIT - CONFIGURING FOR RX MK displays, followed by WAIT TO

RECEIVE MK.
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RX MK
IN PROGRESS
COMSEC RX MK
RX MK OK - INITIATE
TRANSFER AT FILL DEVICE
PRESS ANY KEY WHEN DONE
5. The radio displays RX MK IN PROGRESS, then RX MK OK INITIATE

TRANSFER AT FILL DEVICE.
6. Connect DTD and initiate transfer.
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Send Receive Database Enter text ID = >?????????
sEtup Comsec Time
receive: Enter text ID = >USKAT1234
Ancd Cfd Stu Pc Mx
select:
Do you want to skip Tag
kYk-13 kyX-15 Koi-18
sequence? (Y/N)
select:
Tek tSk Kek Mwod tmWod 1 key received
Connect to device and

press [ RCV ]
Load in Progress
If using an AN/CYZ-10:
1. Turn AN/CYZ-10 on and load RADIO application.

2. Select Receive
3. Select Cfd
4. Select kYk-13
5. Select the key type, Tek.
6. RT displays Connect to device and press [RCV ]
7. Press RCV after the NCS instructs. The display will show:
[Load in progress], then
[Enter text ID =>?????????]
8. Wait for further instructions from the NCS.
9. Enter Text ID provided by NCS.
10. Display will show [Do you want to skip Tag sequence? (Y/N)], select Y.
If you select N, the ANCD will ask you about 10 more questions about the key
that you do not have the answers to.
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1. After logging into your SKL, select File - Receive - Key….
2. Select KYK-13 for the Key Source, press Next>>.
3. Enter the Key Tag Information, press Next>>.
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4. Finish entering the Key Tag Information, press Next>>.
5. At the Profile screen, follow the instructions then press Finish.
6. The Status screen will show RV in progress. If the key was successfully
received, the “Operation Successful” screen will be displayed.
7. Press OK then Close the other window.
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RX MK OK - INITIATE
TRANSFER AT FILL DEVICE
PRESS ANY KEY WHEN DONE
RX MK OK - STORE
AS VINSON TEK 01
COMSEC RX MK
KEY STORE
IN PROGRESS
COMSEC RX MK
KEY STORE OK
PRESS ANY KEY
COMSEC RX MK
1. Once the key has been loaded into the DTD, press any key on the radio.
2. The radio then asks where to store the key. Change the TEK slot to an empty
one then press ENT.
3. Select Receive MK or if there are no more keys to receive, place the function
on CT.
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Practical Exercise
AN/PRC-117F
OTAR
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TAB
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Scan Mode Operations
2
Scan Mode
PT LOS FIX FREQ SCAN

PT LOS FIX FREQ
CT LOS FIX FREQ
CT SATCOM
CT LOS FIX FREQ
CT SATCOM
The AN/PRC-117F can scan up to 10 nets. All LOS fixed frequency and
dedicated SATCOM voice nets can be scanned. Data, Frequency Hopping, and
DAMA nets cannot be scanned and digital squelch cannot be used in LOS nets.
Scan will work in PT, CT, & TD COMSEC modes. For better performance for
scanning reception of stations operating in CT mode, have these outstations use
TD cipher mode setting and initiate calls with slightly longer first call
transmissions.
When the AN/PRC-117F is keyed in scan mode, it transmits on one of the

following nets:
-The net currently paused on (if actively receiving traffic or still in the return-to-
scan hang time).
-The priority transmit net, if the radio is actively scanning.
3
Scan Mode Programming (1)
PT PT
NORM DAMA SCAN SCAN NET TO ADD

PORTS SECUR CFIG 00 [NET0 ]
PT
LIST PRIORITY PT
CONFIG * NET INCOMPATIBLE *
*** WITH SCANNING **
PT
ADD REVIEW DELETE

Perform the following procedure to program the radio scan function:
1. Press PGM.
2. Arrow over and select SCAN.
3. Select LIST, then ADD.
4. Enter the net number, the screen returns to ADD after each net is added.
Incompatible nets cannot be added, the radio will tell you the net is incompatible.
5. Press CLR once when finished entering nets.
4
PT PT
LIST PRIORITY ENABLE RX PRIORITY

CONFIG SCANNING? YES
PT PT
PRIORITY TX SCAN NET PRIORITY RX SCAN NET

00 [NET0 ] 03 [NET3 ]
6. Arrow over and select PRIORITY.
Transmit & Receive Priority Channel: If the radio is not locked on a channel, it
will transmit on the programmed Transmit Priority when the PPT is keyed. The
radio can scan a designated priority receive net also. The receive priority can be
programmed the same as or a different net then the transmit priority. The
receive priority net is scanned every other net. For example: Ch. 4 is the receive
priority net. Nets 0 through 6 are also in the scan list. Scan sequence is 4, 0, 4,
1, 4, 2, 4, 3, 4, 4, 4, 5, 4, 6, 4, etc...
7. Use the up & down arrows to scroll through the choices. Only nets already
entered into the scan list can be chosen for priority. If a transmit priority is not
selected, it defaults to the lowest net number in the list.
8. Enable RX Priority Scanning? Receive priority is default to NO. Change to

YES then select the receive priority net from the list.
9. Press CLR once to select scan configuration.
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PT
PT
LIST PRIORITY
CONFIG ENABLE HOLD TIME?
USE < > TO SELECT ITEM YES
PT
HANG TIME PT
03 SECONDS HOLD TIME
99 SECONDS
Hang Time is the length of time the radio dwells on a net after a signal ends
before returning to scan. Default is 3 seconds.
Hold Time is the length of time the radio dwells on a net before returning to scan;
even with a signal is still present. Hold time is default to off.
10. Select CONFIG.
11. Hang time can be set from 1 to 99 seconds, it defaults to 3 seconds.
12. Hold time must be enabled, it is off by default.
13. Hold time can be set from 1 to 99 seconds, it defaults to 99 second.
14. Press the PRE + button to quickly exit programming mode.
6
PT
OPERATIONAL MODE
SCAN SCAN VINSON TEK1
DIG
R SCAN VINSON TEK1 CT
SCANNING
PRESS CLR FOR MANUAL SCAN
SCAN VINSON TEK1 CT
• To enter scan mode, press the 3/MODE button.
• Using the up/down arrows, change the mode to SCAN, press ENT.
• When in scan mode, SCANNING will be flashing on the display.
• When the PPT is keyed or a signal is received, the display changes to an

operational display of the net type. E.g. LOS or SATCOM.
• Press CLR to enter manual scanning. Then use the PRE +/- button to
scroll through the nets in the scan list. Press CLR again to return to auto
scanning.
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Practical Exercise
AN/PRC-117F
Scan Mode
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TAB
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Falcon III
Radio Programming
Application
RF-6550M
2
Falcon III Radio Programming
Application (1)
The RF-6550M Falcon III Radio Programming Application is a PC based

software used to program Harris AN/PRC-117F, 117G, & AN/PRC-152 radios. A
programming plan is created that contains configuration parameters for multiple
stations and nets. The plan can be saved to file and transferred to other
computers.
During program installation, do not forget to install NRDI (Network Radio Driver
Installer). This installs a COM port specifically for Harris radio communication.
Menu Items:
File Menu: Start a new plan, Open a plan, Save, & Save As.
A password can be added to the Plan so unauthorized personnel do not have
access.
View Menu: The Tool Bar and Status Bar can be turned off & on.
3
Application (2)
Menu Items: continued
Radio Menu:
Program is used to load the plan into a radio.
Generate DSS Keys: Used to generate Digital Signature Standard Public and
Private key pairs. DSS keys are used for file authentication and not loaded into
the radio.
Generate Plan Report: Creates and displays a radio programming plan report.
The report can be saved to file or printed.
Tools Menu: Under Options, you can uncheck items that you do not use to
remove clutter from the programming tabs. Such as Radio types: (AN/PRC-
117G, AN/PRC-152); Net types: (HAVEQUICK, STC, Beacon, P25, ANW2); and
Radio Features: (Beacon mode, GPS info, Preset Net Lock, etc).
4
Application (3)
Stations Tab:
Under Create Station, select a radio type from the drop down box then click
Create, give the Station a name.
Config button allows individual radio configuration for HPW address, IP

Interfaces, Situational Awareness, DAMA, & Accessories.
Radios must be added to a DAMA net before DAMA radio configuration is

available. If programming a simple LOS, SINCGARS, or Dedicated SATCOM
net, the radio configuration can be left at default setting.
5
Application (4)
Select the Nets Tab.
Under Create Net, select a net type from the drop down box then click Create.
Give the Net a name.
Net # is the net Preset number (00-99)
Configure Net Membership lists all the stations from the Stations Tab. A check
mark indicates the station has been added to the net.
Click Details to define the net properties. e.g. Frequency, Power, COMSEC,
Data/Voice, & Squelch.
Net Properties:
General Net properties: Set the transmit & receive frequencies, and the power
level.
6
Application (5)
Net Properties: continued
COMSEC: Select the Crypto Mode then the TEK ID.
Data/Voice (Traffic): Setting can be left at default for normal voice traffic.
Squelch: Select the applicable Squelch Type.
Advanced: Some net types have no properties to configure.
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Application (6)
Global Radio Config Tab
These settings will apply to all radios in the Plan. For normal operations, all
setting under Global Radio Config can be left at default.
Preset Net Lock applies a password to a block of Net Presets to prevent the
operator from changing the Net specifications on the radio.
Un-checking unwanted items under Tools, Options will remove items from this
tab.
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Application (7)
Global Network Config tab
Scan List parameters can be defined under VULOS
ERF Coldstart & CUE frequencies, Master & Member stations can be defined
under SINCGARS
Same thing here! Un-checking unwanted items under Tools, Options will remove
items from this tab.
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Application (8)
Once the plan has been completed, radios can be programmed.
From the Radio Menu select Program or click on the Program Radio button on
the Toolbar.
Select the station you wish to program.
Adjust the COM Port settings match the data port or remote port on the radio. If
Black Data has been zeroed, then the default port setting will work. Use the
Orange dot cable (10513-0730) on the J3 Data port or the Blue dot cable (10513-
0740) on J6 Accessory port.
Under Programming Options, ensure Program Radio Plan is checked. Time can
be loaded from the PC if the PC clock is set to the correct ZULU time.
Click on the Program button. If the connection to the radio is good, the radio
Black Data will be zeroed then the plan will be loaded. If COMSEC of FH Data is
in the radio, it will not be Zeroed by the RPA.
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Practical Exercise
Falcon III
Radio Programming
Application
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TAB
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HPW
Wireless Messaging
Terminal
RF-6760W-HPW
2
HPW Wireless Messaging
Terminal (1)
November Delta
November1 Delta 1
November 2 Delta 2
ND1
November 3 Delta 3
November Delta net
Definitions:
E-Mail Domain: Represents a group of stations that share a common network

address. The E-Mail domain name is used to create the e-mail address for each
station. November and Delta are 2 separate E-Mail Domains.
Radio Network: Allows radios to belong to groups with similar configurations.

November Domain & Delta Domain together makes November Delta Net.
Routes: Routes are the paths that e-mail messages travel to reach their
destination.
3
Terminal (2)
High Performance Waveform - Wireless Messaging Terminal or HPW-WMT is

a PC program used for e-mail communications over radio communications
networks. WMT uses an E-mail program such as Outlook express. Files can be
attached to the e-mails up to 90 Mega Bytes.
Ensure NRDI has also been installed during WMT installation.
When RF-6760W-HPW program is first opened, the Launch Network Creation

Wizard window appears. Select Create messaging network manually.
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Terminal (3)
Most Toolbar
Icons not active
Add Domain & Add

Station now active
Toolbars:
Most of the network configuration can be performed from the Toolbars.
Toolbar Icons become active when a corresponding folder is selected in the left
pane. Right clicking on a Folder or an item in a folder will display a programming
menu that has the same Icons as the Toolbar.
5
Terminal (4)
Network Configuration Steps
•Create a Domain
• Add Stations to the Domain and configure each station.
• Add a Radio to each Station.
• Create a Radio Network.
• Export Database & distribute.
• Import Database (if needed)
• Configure your local station & radio.
• Generate Routes for your station.
• Configure your radio for HPW WMT
6
Terminal (5)
Select first
Click next Enter name
Create a Domain
• Select Domains & Stations, click on the Add Domain button. You can right
click on Domains & Stations and select Add Domain from the menu.
• The Add Domain window will open. Type in the Email Domain name and
click OK.
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Terminal (6)
Right click Enter the station name,
Username and click OK.
Select Add Station
Adding Stations to the Domain
• Select the Domain then click on the Add Station button
• The Add Station window will open. Enter the station name and Username.
The Message Properties can be left at the default settings.
• Click OK when finished.
• Repeat until all stations are added to the proper domain.
8
Terminal (7)
Select a Station Edit Radio Properties
Add Radio Edit Radio Address
Add Radios to Stations
• Select a Station then click on the Add Radio button.
• Enter the Radio Name and select the Radio Model from the drop down
box.
• Select the Radio Addresses and enter an HPW address. The range is 1
to 65535 and must not be repeated in the network.
• Select the next Station and add a radio to it. All stations must have a
radio added to them and HPW address added..
9
Terminal (8)
Select an item Item properties
• Select on item from the left window. The properties will be listed in the
upper right window.
• To do corrections, right click on an item and select Properties.
10
Terminal (9)
Select
Radio Networks
Add Net
Create a Radio Network
• Select Radio Networks in the left window.
• Click on the Add Net button.
11
Terminal (10)
Enter the Net Name
Add All button
Net
Members
Create a Radio Network
• Enter the Net Name.
• Select Net Membership and add the radios to the net.
12
Terminal (11)
Export Database…
Import Database…
Export & Import Database
Once the network has been fully created to can be exported and distributed to
the other stations in the network.
• Go to File, Export Database.
• Enter a file name and save it.
• The file can then be emailed or hand carried to the other stations and
imported.
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Terminal (12)
Local Settings Tab
Local Station?
Select the E-mail client

program you will be using.
Verify the 3 items

are checked.
Configure Your Local Station & Radio
• Right click your station and select Properties.
• Check the box next to Local Station? the Local Setting tab is now
available.
• On the Local Setting tab, select your email client from the dropdown box.
Outlook, Outlook Express, Windows Mail (Vista), & Lotus Notes are your
choices.
• Go online on startup means that when the WMT program is opened it

will automatically attempt to connect to the radio and open your email
program. If unchecked, you will have to manually go online.
• Create my address book: When your email program is opened, the WMT
program will add all stations to the address book.
• Send E-Mail using Plain Text only will save transmission time.
14
Terminal (13)
Right click Connection Properties
• Right click your radio and select Properties.
• Select Connection Properties.
15
Terminal (14)
Harris Automatic IP Radio Connection
Ensure that PPP is selected and the Harris Automatic IP Radio Connection is
selected from the drop down box. If the Harris connection is not available then
NRDI was not installed and configured.
Use the Orange dot cable (10513-0710) on the J3 Data port to the computers 9-
pin serial port.
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Terminal (15)
Generate Routes
Click OK.
Generate Routes For Your Station
Select Generate Routes from the Tools menu or the Generate routes icon from
the toolbar.
Leave both [Generate Station To Station Routes for selected station(s)] and
[Generate Domain To Station Routes] checked.
17
Terminal (16)
Router
Generate Routes For Your Station
After the routes are created, select Router from the View Menu.
Check both the Station Domains & Station To Station Routes. Routes are
created from your local radio to every radio in the network.
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Terminal (17)
J3 Data Port
Configure Your Radio for HPW WMT
• Simple HPW LOS setup
• Set the Tx & Rx frequencies
• COMSEC set to KG-84
• Modulation set to HPW
• Load both a KG-84 TEK & a SATCOM TSK
• Connect PPP/HPW cable 10513-0710-A006 to J3 Data port and computer

9-pin serial connector
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Terminal (18)
Session status Contacts
Go Online/Offline button Event Log
Ready To Go Online.
• Click on the Go Online/Offline button that looks like a stop light.
Your E-mail client will open and the WMT program will attempt to connect to your
radio. If successful, the status bar at the top will read configuring then change to
Idle. Not Operational means that WMT cannot communicate with the radio.
The Event Log shows messages for all events such as initial connection status to
the radio and e-mails being sent to other stations. The Event Log is not cleared
when the program is closed. The operator must select then delete the
messages.
The WMT program will add all station e-mail addresses to the Contacts list. E-
mails can be sent to individual stations or the entire network.
There is no save, only Import and Export. The net configuration is being saved
automatically. When the program is closed and reopened, the net configuration
will still be there.
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Table of Contents

Chapter 2 Initial Operation

Chapter 3 LOS Fixed Frequency Operation

Chapter 5 Dedicated UHF SATCOM

Chapter 6 UHF DAMA SATCOM

Chapter 7 SINCGARS Frequency Hopping

Chapter 8 OTAR Operations

Chapter 9 SCAN Mode Operations

Chapter 10 Falcon III Radio Programming

Chapter 11 HPW Wireless Messaging Terminal

Insert Tab # 1 Here

At the conclusion of this course the student

RF Radiation Hazard: Avoid contact and prolonged close proximity exposure to

Do not charge, short circuit, incinerate, or mutilate the BA-5590/U Lithium

• Do not dispose of lithium batteries in uncontrolled trash.

• Antenna and connector damage

• Controlled Cryptographic Item (CCI)

Do not operate the AN/PRC-117F on unauthorized frequencies. The AN/PRC-

• The AN/PRC-117F radio is a Controlled Cryptographic Item (CCI). Use

– Double barrier locked storage devices for un-keyed storage

• Dedicated UHF SATCOM

• DAMA UHF SATCOM

• Dedicated UHF SATCOM using 5 kHz Narrowband (NB) or 25 kHz Wideband

• DAMA UHF SATCOM 25 kHz or 5 kHz

• Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System (SINCGARS)

• HAVEQUICK I & II Compatibility

• High Performance Waveform (HPW) option

• Embedded US Type-1 COMSEC:

• Replaceable Hold-Up battery (HUB)

High Performance Waveform can pass data up to 64 kbps

- VINSON COMSEC is based on the SAVILLE encryption algorithm and 16

• 10 DAMA net presets

• Program presets via computer

• Radio Firmware is upgradable

• Civilian PT LOS System Interoperability

• The radio Firmware is upgradeable to allow for new features and

• Civilian Plain Text LOS System Interoperability

• Emergency Beacon Mode

• It is capable of Over-the-Air- Rekeying (OTAR) and Over-the-Air-Transfer

• It is capable of transmitting a user programmed emergency locator beacon.

• Custom SATCOM Frequency Code Table

• External GPS Interface

• Capable of Retransmission to extend its range. Can retransmit across

• Automatically boosts low audio input signals

VHF-L VHF-H UHF

90 MHz 225 MHz

J5 VHF Low Band J-8 VHF-HI/UHF Band

30 MHz 89.99999 MHz 90 MHz 511.99999 MHz

• Dedicated UHF SATCOM and DAMA SATCOM transmit and receive

• The maximum transmit power is 20 watts. HPW modulation is available in

The AN/PRC-117 is interoperable with many different radios.

Insert Tab # 2 Here

• Equipment description and purpose of controls,

• Radio interface navigation, displays, menu trees

• Hold-up Battery (HUB) installation and

These are the typical items included with the AN/PRC-117F

The minimum components required for operation are:

- VHF Blade Antenna and/or VHF/UHF Flex Antenna

Controls, Indicators, and

External GPS Data/Retransmit Keypad Display Function Switch Accessory J6

• ACCESSORY (J6): Connects clone cable, firmware programming cable or

Hub Battery Cover

1. Leave radio ON.

4. Replace the main battery.