The MX9714 VHF-90M Manpack Package is a military grade portable communication set specifically designed for tactical applications. It is designed to withstand complete immersion, vibration, drop and temperature extremes to Mil-Std 801F.
The main components of the VHF Military Manpack MX9714 system are:
- VHF-90M Low Band VHF Military Tactical Transceiver
- VDB-25M VHF Dock and 25Watt Booster
- 8.8Ah , 14.4V Lithium Ion (LiON) Battery Pack
- 1m Tape Whip Antenna
- 3m 6 Section Whip Antenna
- Telephone Handset
- Framed Backpack
The core of the MX9714 system is the VHF-90M transceiver which is an extremely compact and light weight unit, featuring only essential controls to ensure ease of operation in combat situations. The VHF-90M is available with a secure, jam-resistant ECCM Frequency Hopping and digital encryption option which can be field upgraded after the initial deployment.
The VDB-25M Docking Station provides convenient docking of the VHF-90M transceiver. The VHF-90M transceiver is plug and play compatible with Vehicular, Base Station and Manpack docking systems. This allows a high level of versatility allowing deployment in multi-role environments. The key user benefits minimised inventory and simplified operator training. Auxiliary connectors are provided for data terminals, combat workstations, speakers and remote control facilities.
The integrated 25W Booster Amplifier provides range extension and increased link reliability. In the unlikely event of amplifier failure, the VDB-25M has a pass-through mode to ensure continuous communication at lower power levels. The amplifier automatically selects the correct filter based on the selected frequency in the VHF-90M. The VDB-25M has a built in self test feature with status indication on the transceiver display.
Mounting
The VDB-25M is mounted on a lightweight framed backpack which is ergonomically designed for comfort when worn for long periods of time. Using modern radio frequency design techniques the system is one of the smallest VHF platforms available at this power level.
System Features:
- 30-88Mhz Low Band FM Coverage
- Up to 25 Watts Output Power
- Advanced DSP voice & data signal processing
- ECCM Frequency Hopping with digital voice and data encryption
- Selective & group calling
- Free Channel Search
- Compatible with PRC-77 & equivalents in legacy mode
- PC and Field Programmable
- Emergency erase function
- Channel scan function
- Cloning functions
- Small size
- US/NATO VHF Whip Antenna
MX9714 Package Contents
- VHF-90M Transceiver
- Standard H250U style tactical handset
- 1m Tape Whip Antenna
- 3m 6 Section Whip Antenna
- VDB-25M VHF Manpack Dock and Booster Amplifier System
- Framed Backpack
- 14.4V DC 8.8Ah Lithium Ion Battery Pack
Optional Accessories
- Secure Modes (Hopping and Encryption)
- Numeric Handset for Selective Calling and Field Programming
- Data Waveforms
- Tactical Headset
- Serial Programming/Data Cable
- Cloning Cable
- Replacement Spare Modules
- Replacement Spare Antenna
- Battery Charger
Tech Specs
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Description
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Value
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Frequency Range
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30-88MHz
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Channel Resolution
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25kHz (2320 channels)
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Pre-Programmed Channels
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10
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Selective Calling
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Numeric individual & group call
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Power Supply
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14.4V DC/Charging 11-36V DC
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Batteries
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14.4 V DC 8.8Ah Lithium Ion
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Battery Endurance
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40 Hours 9:1 Rx:Tx (typical) Full Power
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Power Consumption
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Transmit @25W 5A
Receive 250mA
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Whisper
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Whisper -20dB under nominal level
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Squelch
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150Hz tone squelch in legacy mode
Digital level squelch in secure modes
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Voice Transmission Modes
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- Analog Fixed Frequency (AFF)
- Digital Fixed Frequency (DFF)
- Digital Encrypted Fixed Frequency (DEFF)
- Digital Encrypted Frequency Hopping (DEFH)
- Digital Encrypted Free Channel Search (DEFCS)
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Data Transmission Modes
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- Digital Fixed Frequency (DFF)
- Digital Encrypted Fixed Frequency (DEFF)
- Digital Encrypted Frequency Hopping (DEFH)
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Antenna
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- 400mm Short Rubber Whip
- 1m Tape Whip
- 3m 6 Section whip
- PRC-77 compatible Whip
- 50 Ohm Dipole
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Controls
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- Shaft encoder
- Channel Up/Down
- Secure On/Off
- Hop On/Off
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Display
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High reliability 5 Digit LED
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Programming
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- Field programming via numeric handset
- PC programming via RS232
- Cloning Radio to Radio
- Fill Gun
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BITE
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Advanced Module diagnostics and error state.
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MTTR
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10 Minutes
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MTBF
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8000 hours
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Transmitter
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Output Power
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4 levels Up to 25W ± 1.5dB
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Frequency Stability
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± 1.5ppm
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Deviation
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3kHz to ± 7kHz (factory settable)
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Modulation
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FM (F3E) in legacy mode
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Harmonic Radiation
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-50dB
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Spuirious Emission
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-55dB
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Intermediate Frequencies
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130.050 MHz & 455kHz
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Receiver
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Receiver Sensitivity
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-116dBm for 12dB SINAD
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Blocking
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>85dB
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Adjacent Channel Suppression
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+70dB
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Image Suppression
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+80dB
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Spurious Suppression
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>50dB
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AF Output
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150mW @ 2% distortion
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Squelch
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150Hz tone (PRC-77 compatible) & signal threshold in digital modes
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Mechanical & Environmental
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Weight
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3.1kg without transceiver, battery pack or frame
3.8 kg with transceiver only
5.5 kg with transceiver and battery
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Dimensions
( L x W x H)
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VHF-90M
82 x 223 x 54mm (transceiver only)
VDB-25M
203 x 216 x 94mm (without battery)
261 x 216 x 94mm (with battery)
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Temperature
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Operating -20C to +60C
Storage -30C to +80C
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Immersion
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Per Mil-Std 810F
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Drop
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Per Mil-Std 810F
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Vibration
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Per Mil-Std 810F
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Construction
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Aluminium body; high impact polycarbonate battery casing
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VHF Military Tactical Radio | Manpack
