AMD Shelter of Operations
How does a sheltered subsystem support engagement operations?
Engagement of enemy aircraft, while providing protection for friendly aircraft from friendly fire
Which power system converts 208 VAC into +28 VDC?
The back up battery assembly/DC power supply converts 208 VAC to +28 VDC
WHen examining the site for an AMD shelter, which items would you look for that might cause RF interference?
Towers, power lines, radars, etc. can cause RF interference
What are the 3 power sources for an AMD shelter?
10kw generator, Garrison/Shore power, shelter-to-shleter (Daisy Chain)
What is the name of the shelter location where generator power is connected?
Power is connected at the Power Entry Panel, J1 Import Power
What is the nomenclature for the Sensor C2?
AN/TSQ-252
Which system serves as the primary internal location for power distribution, control & monitoring?
The Power Distribution Panel (PDP)
What is the proper order of connecting the 3 types of cables?
1st connect ground cable(s), 2nd signal cable(s), & 3rd connect power cable(s)
What is the minimum amount of power generation needed to power 1 shelter
The minimum power generation required is 10kw
How far apart should you place the grounding pegs for the SWGS?
Grounding pegs should be placed approximately 4 feet apart
Name the 3 types of interference the shelter is designed to shield equipment from?
The shelter shields from EMI, RFI, & EMP
The _ acts as an uniterruptible power supply (UPS) & is designed to support AC powered equipment for maximum of 10 minutes with the HMMWV engine running at increased RPM.
The DC/AC Inverter acts as a UPS
How level does the HMMWV have to be before raising the QUEAM?
The HMMWV must be on less than a 10* slope
When a situation requires total power cut-off, how does the operator ensure that all power is cut?
The operator must turn off the circuit breakers at the source of power, given that the EMERGENCY POWER CUT-OFF switch does not sut-off powr to the PDU
In what order are cables disconnected when preparing the shelter for movement?
1st power cables are disconnected, 2nd sgnal cables, & 3rd gorund cables
What is the MCPS?
Modular Command Post System (Tent)
What is the location of the Emergency Power CUT-OFF switch?
The Emergency Power Cut-Off switch is located on the PTIP on the roadside rear
Which antenna is utilized if the SINCGARS antenna is not high enough to transmit/receive a good signal?
The OE-254 is used if the SINCGARS antenna is not high enough.
How would the operator route cables in the tent in order to reduce electrical interference and poor/no communication issues?
Power in the air, signal on the ground
What is the name of the shelter location where Garrison/Shore power is connected?
Power is connected at the Power Entry Panel, J1 Imprt Power
The nomenclature AN/TSQ-253(v)5 is used for what Shelter?
Battery Command Post (Btry CP)
What serves as the signal/data transmission interface for sheltered operations in the MCPS?
The STIP (Signal Tent Interface Panel)
When connecting the data LAN & TFOCA-II cables, what does the operator do with the dust caps?
The operator will connect the dust caps together
In the initialization order of the PFP, up to which step is mission essential for initial & continued operations?
Up to step 5 of the initialization order is essential
What is the nomenclature for the ABMOC Shelter?
AN/TSQ-253(v)4