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23 Cards in this Set
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What does SINCGARS stand for?
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-Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio
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Describe Single Channel:
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-When using the SC mode, the receiver transmitter (RT) communicated on one frequency (selected using the RT keyboard) that has been loaded into the RT. The SC frequency can be cleared or offset as desired.
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Describe Frequency hopping:
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-SINCGARS has the ability to secure transmission through the use of TRANSMISSION SECURITY KEY AND FREQUENCY HOPPING, to reduce the risk of "threat of JAMMING and DIRECTION FINDING EQUIPMENT"
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What are the different range settings on a SINGCARS?
What are the ranges for each? |
-LO (low power) 200m-400m
-M (medium power) 400m-5km -H (high power) 5km-10km -PA (Power amplifier) 10km-40km |
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What factors do trasmission range depend on?
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SLSW
-surrounding noise level -location -sighting -weather |
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To assemble a MANPACK, you must first do what?
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-check and install the battery.
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Steps for installing Primary battery or Battery box to RT:
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-INSPECT box for dirt and damage.
-PLACE battery box on RT. -CHECK battery life condition number (written on battery if battery is not new) -WRITE down number (for later entry into radio) -PLACE battery in battery box and mate connector -SECURE using latches -CLOSE battery box cover and secure with latches -Return radio to UPRIGHT position -If used battery was installed, ENTER the battery life condition into the radio by performing the following steps: -Set FCTN to LD. -Press BATT; then CLR. -Enter number recorded on side of battery. -Press STO. -Set FCTN to SQ ON. |
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Steps for Antenna installation:
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-Screw (hand tighten) whip into antenna base.
-Carefully mate antenna base with RT ANT connector -Hand tighten. (important not to overtighten) -Position antenna as needed by bending gooseneck. |
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Connect and secure HANDSET to what?
Twist which direction? |
AUD/DATA connector.
-Right |
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How is the HANDSET removed?
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-Push handset connector in and twist left (counterclockwise)
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Vehicular Radio components are installed and removed by who?
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-maintenance personnel
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Procedures for loading SC frequency:
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-Obtain authorization from SOI and NCS
-set FCTN to LD -set MODE to SC -set CHAN to MAN, CUE or desired channel (1-6) -Press FREQ (display will show "00000", or to frequency RT is currently tuned) -Press CLR (display will show five lines -Enter number of new frequency, if mistake is made press CLR, another number or stored frequency must be made within 7 seconds. -Press STO (display will blink and show the frequency you just stored) -Repeat steps for additional frequencies to be loaded. -Set FCTN to SQ ON (or normal operating position) |
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What three batteries are used with the SINGCARS?
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-BA 5372- Non rechargeable (hold up battery)
-BA 5590- Non rechargable (Lithium)(manpack radio primary power battery) -BA 590-Battery rechargeable (manpack radio secondary) |
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Name the phonetic alphabet.
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Alpha
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Discuss the steps in "Performing Operation check:"
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-Feel
-Inspect -Tighten -Clean -Adjust -Lubricate -Perform operators check |
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What are the two modes of operation for the SINCGARS radio?
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-SC (Single Channel)
-Frequency Hopping |
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Place RT in field pack with antenna on _______ side.
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-Left
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What is the purpose of the BA 5372?
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- Non rechargeable (hold up battery)
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What is the purpose of the BA 5590?
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-Non rechargable (Lithium)(Manpack Radio Primary Battery)
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What is the purpose of the BA 590?
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-Rechargable; manpack secondary power
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What are the procedures for performing operator's level maintenance on the SINCGARS?
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-ICP
-Inspect the equipment -Clean the equipment -Perform operation check |
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During operator's level maintenance, what does INSPECT THE EQUIPMENT entail?
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-Check all major components for damage and serviceability.
-HHBAR -Harness and accessory bag -Headset and Handset -Battery Box -Antenna and support bases -Receiver transmitter |
