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Field Data Terminal (FDT) with GPS Option Q-MAC QM9080



Operating Guide

HF VHF Field Data Terminal (FDT) with GPS Option

Q-MAC Tactical Communications

  • Small Size
  • Simple Operation
  • GPS Send and Receive
  • Clear and Encrypted Messaging

Features

  • Simple to Use
  • Light Weight - 1Kg
  • Low Cost
  • Mil-Std Specifications
  • Low Battery Consumption
  • Clear and Encrypted Text
  • Single and Group Messaging
  • Unattended Operation
  • Rebroadcast mode

Secure, simple to use, versatile

The Q-MAC Field Data Terminal (FDT) is a hand held combat data terminal which is designed and built in Australia and will provide error free and secure transmission of text based messages by the Q-MAC HF-90 or Q-MAC HF-90M radio or via field cable or phone network.

The Q-MAC FDT is ideal for tactical applications where secure text based messaging is required in a simple easy to use format. The Q-MAC FDT is self contained and does not require a PC or modem with complex wiring and software. The FDT can be optioned with a GPS receiver to send and receive coordinates. GPS coordinates can be inserted with text or The FDT can and be polled for unattended operation for tracking applications.

This FDT is designed to meet many of the specific needs of tactical military users. The equipment is housed in a rugged, waterproof cast aluminium case designed to meet the challenges of tactical operations. Messages can be entered as free or formatted text, the latter by way of prompted question/answer fields.

The FDT is available to government and military users with an embedded encryption system. The Q-MAC FDT uses selective calling and can stack incoming messages which allows unattended operation. A store and forward option provides considerable flexibility while an error sensitive ACK/AGAIN capability reduces operator work load.

The equipment has an internal BITE system to assist fault finding and promote user confidence. The equipment is designed for both HF and VHF operations and a proven forward error correction system allows for operation in the frequency hopping environment.

The Q-MAC FDT Encryption option is a Department of Defence controlled item and requires an export permit prior to supply.

Q-MAC QM9080M Package Contents

  • FDT Field Data Terminal
  • FDT to Q-MAC HF-90M Mating Cable 
  •  2 x 9V Battery
  • 4 x AA Penlight Battery
  • Maglite™ Torch for night use
  • Operator Instruction Card
  • Canvas Pouch

Specification

General

Dimensions

50mm x 120mm x 198mm
Weight 950g
Temp -20 to +70oC
Altitude 10,000m unpressurised
EMC

Designed to Mil-Std 810F
Screen 2 Lines 16 Characters

Power

 8-30V DC (external)
Battery Life 9V DC (internal)
Maintenance Built in test equipment (B.I.T.E.)

Technical

Modem Rate

300,600 baud with option 1200 HF 2400,4800 VHF
Audio Bandwidth 300Hz to 2700Hz
Error Correction

Triple pass forward error correction with sliding window sync suitable for frequency agile use
Memory Program 64K
Data 128K
Message Length

2000 Characters
Pre-programmable Forms 16

Sub headings per form

 26
Total Sub Headings 416
Message Length per Form

1536 Characters
Alarms

Low Battery, Operator Error, GPS Fix, BITE Fail
User Cues

Receiving Message, Printing, Message, Unread Message, Stored, Sending Message
Selective Call Alpha numeric tri-graph including group and all call
Other Auto/Manual ACK NACK

Compatible with

HF Field Data Terminal | HF Modem