RCU Physical Data

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2.7b. RCU Physical Data

NOTE: Weights are in kilograms; measurements are in centimeters. The numbers in

All weights are approximate; all

parentheses show equivalent pounds and inches.

measurements are maximums.

Table 2-12. RCU Physical Data

Handset

(H-250)

2.7c. RCU Performance Data

The RCU is connected to a SINCGARS radio by two-wire linkage

DISTANCE

(typically WD-1 field wire). The RCU may be located up to 4 kilometers

away from the radio being remotely controlled.

The RCU sends to and receives from its companion SINCGARS radio

CAPABILITIES

voice and data messages in either single channel or frequency

hopping mode, and in plain or cipher text.

A voice intercom capability is provided between the RCU and radio

INTERCOM

operators.

Operating ranges of SINCGARS radios that are remotely controlled by

RANGE

an RCU are the same as the bracketed ranges shown for various radio

configurations in paragraphs 2.3d and 2.51.

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