OPERATOR START-UP PROCEDURE

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OPERATOR START-UP PROCEDURE

DRAW EQUIPMENT

In a typical peacetime situation, the operator will obtain required

communications gear from a communications or supply facility.

Manpack operator's equipment will include a main power battery in

addition to all radio components. Vehicular radio operator's equipment

may include a "dismount" radio (including main power battery) in

addition to all of the vehicular radio components.

ANCD

Depending upon unit policy, selected operators will probably draw

ANCDs already loaded with proper COMSEC keys, FH data, and sync

time for current unit operations. When unit SOP calls for centralized

control of ANCDs, the operator is advised when and where to obtain

ANCD support.

ASSEMBLY

Operators are expected to properly assemble manpack radios and

install required vehicular radio components in preparation for net

opening.

This includes connecting cables, antennas, handsets,

loudspeakers, and any other components that are to be used.

CAUTION

YOUR RT CAN BE DAMAGED BY

IMPROPER ATTACHMENT OF MANPACK ANTENNAS

1. To avoid damage, turn the sleeve only, not the antenna.

2. Turning the antenna can destroy the antenna connector in the RT.

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