1: Introduction
PRC1099A-MS
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1.3
Reference Manual
Refer to the PRC1099A-MSOP operator manual for detailed information on
operating and programming the PRC1099A radio set.
1.4
Glossary of Terms
ALE
Automatic link establishment. A complex system that
combines software and hardware to establish the best quality
communications link between two or more radios.
AM
Amplitude modulation. A common form of modulation where
the modulating signal varies the amplitude of the carrier signal.
AME
Amplitude modulation enhanced. A single sideband
transmission with an inserted carrier which can be received on
radios that can only receive AM modulated transmissions.
Signals can also be transmitted using single sideband and
received with an AM receiver.
BITE
Built-in-test-equipment. Internal firmware that tests the
installed hardware and boards in the radio to verify presence
and functionality.
CW
Continuous wave signal. Also known as Morse code.
Channel
A group of preset parameters stored in permanent memory
associated with a transmit and receive frequency.
Squelch
Audio derived, noise immune
Audio
500 mW into 16 ohm, 50 mW at 150 ohm,
0 dBm into 600 ohm
Antenna Tuning
Whip
AT-271A/U and longwires (use LWA for wires longer
than 15m), fully automatic antenna tuning,
100-channel memory
Tune Time
1 to 3 seconds initial tune; 20 ms, memory mode for
preset channels (no RF output in memory tune mode)
Antenna Switching
Tuner bypassed and 50 ohm port automatically
engaged when whip (or long wire) antenna removed.
Internal Options
1099ALE
FED-STD-1045A ALE
PRC1099A-IP
Internet protocol interface for 10Base-T Ethernet
TCP/IP connection
Characteristic
Specification
