Harris An/Prc-150(c) Advanced Hf/vhf Radio System Datasheet Manual

							The AN/PRC150(C) is a member of the Falcon®II family of multiband tactical
radio systems. It is an advanced HFSSB/VHFFM  manpack radio that provides
reliable tactical communications through enhanced secure voice and data
performance, networking, and extended battery life. In addition to the HF
capability, the transceiver’s extended frequency range (to 60 MHz) provides secure
FSK 16 kbps CVSD voice and data in the VHF band.
The NSAcertified AN/PRC150(C) provides U.S. Type 1 voice and data
encryption compatible with ANDVT/KY99, ANDVT/KY100, VINSON/KY57, and
KG84C cryptographic devices, eliminating the need for external encryption. Anintegral 
Citadel®encryption mode offers secure communication interoperability
with coalition and Partnership for Peace forces.
High speed data rates, up to 9600 bps (HF), and selectable ARQ modes reduce
ontheair transmission time and enhance secure data transmission for improved
communications reliability and throughput. The combined robust digital voice
(MELP, LPC10) and serial tone data modem operate over poor communication
channels. The AN/PRC150(C) includes a last ditch voice mode that transmits
digital voice using ultra robust 3G waveforms for operation in channels whereno other waveforms will work.
A serialtone ECCM waveform with DSPbased excision filtering and a 600 bps
MELP vocoder are combined to provide reliable, secure HF communications inthe presence of jamming. Secure digital voice, 75 to 2400 bps data, and ARQ are
supported in the ECCM mode.
In addition to MILSTD188141B ALE, the AN/PRC150(C) includes STANAG 4538
third generation HF Link Automation. It provides high performance ALE and datalink protocols, providing superior linking and errorfree data transfer. The radio
also provides Scope Command telephony calling capability.
The AN/PRC150(C) can connect to a standard PLGR GPS device. The
accurate GPS timing data can be used for ECCM and advanced ALE
synchronization.
Integrated telephony capability allows the radio operator to
place and receive telephone calls using the radio keypad
when used with the RF6010 Tactical Network Access
Hub.
The data capability and network management
features of the radio utilize industry standard
IPbased protocols to provide fast, simple,
and direct communications.
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AN/PRC150(C)
ADVANCED HF/VHF TACTICAL 
RADIO SYSTEM
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							Specifications for the AN/PRC150(C) Series
General
Frequency Range1.6 to 59.999 MHzNet Presets75, fully programmableFrequency Stability±0.5 x 10–6
Emission ModesJ3E (single sideband, upper or lower, suppressed carrier telephony)
H3E (compatible AM single sideband plus full carrier)
A1A, J2A (compatible CW), selectable; F3E (FM)
RF Input/Output Impedance50 ohm nominal, unbalancedPower Input26 VDC (21.5 to 32 VDC)Data InterfaceSynchronous or asynchronous (RS232C; MILSTD188114A)Dimensions (with battery case)10 .5W x 3.5H x 13.2D inches (26.7W x 8.1H x 34.3D cm)Radio Weight10 lb (4.7 kg) without batteries
Receiver
SensitivitySSB: –113 dBm (0.5 µV) minimum for 10 dB SINADAudio Output15 mW at 1000 ohm to external handsetSquelchFront panel adjustable, active squelch selectableIF RejectionGreater than 80 dBImage RejectionGreater than 80 dB (First IF image)Intermodulation Distortion–80 dB or better for two –30 dBm signals separated 30 kHz or moreOverload ProtectionReceiver protected to 32 VRMS
Transmitter
Power Output1, 5, 20 watts PEP/Average  1/+2 dB (1, 5, 10 watts FM)Audio Input1.5 mV at 150 ohm or 0 dBm at 600 ohm for full rated outputCarrier SuppressionGreater than 60 dB below PEP output (J3E mode)Undesired Sideband SuppressionGreater than 60 dB below PEP outputSpurious Outputs–50 dB relative to rated output, except harmonics which are –40 dB
(Greater than 20 kHz from Fc) Minimum for fo= 1.630 MHzAntenna Tuning CapabilityOE505 10foot (3 m) whip (1.6 to 60 MHz)
RF1936P (AS2259) NVIS (3.5 to 10 MHZ)
RF1940AT001/RF1941 dipole 
Environmental
Test MethodPer MILSTD810EVibrationGround TacticalImmersion3 ft. (.9m) of waterOperating Temperature–40˚C to +70˚C
HF Features
Encrypted DataHF: MILSTD188110B App. C (9600bps and 12,800 bps uncoded), 
App. B 39 tone (to 2400 bps) 
Serial Tone (to 9600 bps)STANAG 4285 (2400 bps), STANAG 4415 (75 bps)
STANAG 4539 (9600 bps), FSK ((600 bps)
VHF: FSK (16 kbps)
Automatic Link Establishment (ALE)STANAG 4538 FLSU, MILSTD188141B Appendix A with Appendix B AL1 LP, 
including the Scope Command telephony call type
Frequency HoppingSerial Tone ECCMVocoderHF: LPC1052E (600/2400) MELP (600/2400), VHF: CVSDData Link Layer Protocol (ARQ)STANAG 4538 (3G), pFEDSTD1052
VHF FeaturesDataWideband FSK (16 kbps) Voice DigitizationCVSD (16 kbps)
AN/PRC150(C)
COMSEC InteroperabilityANDVT/KY99, ANDVT/KY100, KG84C, KY57 VINSON (VHF), CITADEL (coalition)
Accessories & OptionsRF5800HV001150 Watt Vehicular AdapterRF5800HB003400 Watt Base Station AdapterRF5800HV00620 Watt Vehicular AdapterBB390B/UNickel Metal Hydride Battery (Rechargeable)BB2590/ULithium Ion Battery (Rechargeable)10512046501Backpack Carrying BagRF5850PS001Battery Eliminator105358010002LPI/D optionFALCON and Citadel are trademarks of Harris Corporation.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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