Single channel, or the SC mode of operation, refers to the fact that ______________________
only one frequency is being used for communications.
True or False? the green battery is recharchable
False
When Zeroing the radio (swich function "Z"), you must wait till the raido displays _________ befor proceding to the next step
"GOOD"
How do you perform a radio check?
refer to the instructor
2 disavantages
- Weather
- Terrain
- Inexperience can compromise
- Requires a power source
Z (ZERO)
For zeroing operation during function test.
When is the green battery used?
man pack
what KEYPAD BUTTON will more likely be the last step in most operator procedures?
STO (STORE)
HI (high power)
Approx. 5-10 kilometers.
When entering data into the radio through the RT keypad, keep in mind that the display will go blank about ________ seconds after your latest entry.
7
Define "SINCGARS."
SINgle
Channel
Ground
Airborne
Radio
System
How many single-channel frequencies can be loaded into a SINCGARS
One in each numbered channel 1-6, plus one each in the CUE and MAN channels.
When loading a frequency, what button must you press before starting to input the actual frequency?
CLR
LO (low power)
Approx. 200-400 meters.
Name at least 3 Components of the SINCGARS
Handset
Antenna
Battery
What does PA stand for? ( SINCGARS context )
Power Amplifier
When is the white battery used?
With a tactical vehicle
What word should never be said while communicating with the radio?
"Repeat"
M (medium power)
Approx. 400m-5 kilometers.
STBY (STAND BY) makes radio inoperative, but all stored data is retained.
24 hours
What does VAA stand for?
Vehicular Amplifier Adapter
Without looking at the radio, describe step by step how to set up the frequency "36100" on chanel "3" ?
Refer to your instructor
What Technical Manual cover SINCGARS?
TM 11-5820-890-10-1
PA (power amplifier)
Approx 10-40 kilometers.
3 Advantages
- Fast
- Covers long distance
- Secure Capabilities
- Send the message to large amount of people at once.