COMSEC Operations

2-11. Satellite Operation (cont)

n. Turn SQ control (6) CW until noise is just turned off

o. Point antenna in direction of satellite

NOTE

If communications link is secured, refer to paragraph 2-12. If not proceed to next

step.

p. Press PTT to transmit and release PTT to receive.

2-12. COMSEC Operations

COMSEC operations are used when the communications link is secured with KY-57, KY-58, or KY-65 equipment. These

units can be used with any configuration described in paragraphs 2-9 thru 2-11. When using the COMSEC equipment, it

must be connected to the radios that would normally have the handset connected instead of those used for relay or

retransmit configurations. Setup and operating procedures for radios are described below; however, COMSEC

equipment switch positions and standard operating procedures must be obtained from their respective operating

manuals. To setup and operate in this configuration, refer to Figures 2-7 and 2- 10 and perform the following procedures:

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