It is NSA-certified for voice and data up to the U.S. TOP SECRET level, utilizing Sierra™ II-based Type 1 encryption.
Managed through the Communications Planning Application (CPA) and is JENM (Joint Enterprise Network Manager) compatible.
Operates on 19-34 VDC, consuming up to 120W at maximum output. an+prc158+manual+top
Features a standard four-position function knob ( OFF, ON, LD, Z ) and a familiar Falcon user interface to minimize retraining time. Deployment & Compatibility
The radio features embedded routing that allows for crossbanding between different waveforms and frequencies, effectively bridging disparate communication nets in the field. It is NSA-certified for voice and data up to the U
The newer ARROW waveform for fast-hopping Line-Of-Sight (LOS) in contested environments. Manual Highlights & External Interfaces
Supports USB, USB RNDIS (host/device), Ethernet, and RS-232 for external data processing. Operates on 19-34 VDC, consuming up to 120W
Each channel can independently and simultaneously transmit and receive voice and data. This allows a single operator to manage multiple networks (e.g., ground-to-air and ground-to-ground) from one unit.
Fully MIL-STD-810G and MIL-STD-461F compliant, capable of immersion in 2 meters of salt water. Top 5 Operational Features
Technicians and RTOs (Radio Telephone Operators) should note the following interface configurations for manual setup: Uses a single N-type connector per channel.