User's Manual

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1-3 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
The URC-200 (V2) VHF/UHF Transceiver is a lightweight, tactical, Line-Of-Sight (LOS)
transceiver that provides AM and FM communication of nonsecure
voice or data. It is suitable for
manpack, vehicular, or fixed station applications. The transceiver can be used with other AM or
FM transceivers operating in the same VHF and UHF frequency ranges.
 In the AM mode the VHF frequency range is 115 to 149.9950 MHz
 In the FM mode the VHF frequency range is 115 to 173.9950 MHz
 In both the AM and FM modes the UHF frequency range is 225 to 399.9950 MHz
The transceiver has standard tuning increments of 25 kHz, 12.5 kHz and 5 kHz with a
channel spacing as detailed in Table 1-2. The transceiver is capable of transmitting and
receiving analog Plain Text (PT) voice and digital Cipher Text (CT) voice or data. With an
appropriate external encryption device and the transceiver in the data (CT) mode, secure
communications can be achieved. The URC-200 (V2) can be operated in all weather conditions
and can be remote controlled.
Three options are available. Refer to SECTION 5, OPTIONS, for a full description of each.
 A 30-90 MHz FM Low VHF option
 An extended 400-420 MHz FM UHF option
 An 8.33 kHz tuning increment and channel spacing option
1-4 FEATURES
 Microprocessor
controlled, fully synthesized transceiver.
 COMSEC compatibility.
 Multi-band capability including civilian and military frequencies.

Easy access front panel controls.
 Built-in speaker.
 RS-232 remote control for all programmable functions.
 Backlit display and keypad.
 Ten preset memory channels with fully programmable frequencies, including
transmit/receive offsets and AM/FM selection.
 Self-calibrating varactor-tuned receiver front-end.
1-5 URC-200 (V2) SYSTEM
The following items constitute a URC-200 (V2) system.
1-5.1 TRANSCEIVER - URC-200 (V2)
The transceiver is contained
in cast-aluminum housing with all operating controls and
connectors located on the front panel. The battery connectors,
for two batteries, are located on
the rear panel. The front panel components are protected by handles and an extension on the top
cover to protect the volume and squelch controls.
1-5.2 ANTENNA - UVU-100
CAUTION
To
comply w
ith RF exposure requirements, a
minimum separation distance of 20 cm (7.9 inches)
is required between the antenna and all persons
while the transceiver is transmitting.