Stanag 4203TP

DEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY
JOINT INTEROPERABILITY TEST COMMAND FORT HUACHUCA, ARIZONA
STANAG 4203, ANNEXES B AND C CONFORMANCE TEST PROCEDURES FOR EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF HIGH FREQUENCY RADIOS
NOVEMBER 2002
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................. 1 APPENDICES ACRONYMS ................................................................................................................A-1 REQUIREMENTS MATRIX .........................................................................................B-1 TEST PROCEDURES ................................................................................................. C-1 REFERENCES ............................................................................................................. D-1 LIST OF FIGURES Figure C-1.1 Figure C-1.2 Figure C-1.3 Figure C-2.1 Figure C-2.2 Figure C-2.3 Figure C-2.4 Figure C-2.5 Figure C-3.1 Figure C-4.1 Figure C-5.1 Figure C-6.1 Figure C-6.2 Figure C-7.1 Figure C-7.2 Figure C-8.1 Figure C-8.2 Figure C-8.3 Figure C-8.4 Equipment Configuration for Measuring Transmitter and Receiver Frequency Range, Tuning and Frequency Tolerance ..................... C-4 Equipment Configuration for Measuring Transmitter Frequency Stability............................................................................................ C-4 Equipment Configuration for Measuring Receiver Frequency Stability............................................................................................ C-5 Equipment Configuration for Transmitter Frequency Response........... C-22 Equipment Configuration for Receiver Frequency Response .............. C-22 Equipment Configuration for Group Delay ........................................... C-22 Equipment Configuration for Transmitter Time Delay .......................... C-23 Equipment Configuration for Receiver Time Delay .............................. C-23 Equipment Configuration for Phase Noise ........................................... C-30 Equipment Configuration for Linearity .................................................. C-33 Equipment Configuration for Spectral Containment of Transmitted Signals ............................................................................................ C-38 Equipment Configuration for Modulation Subtest................................. C-44 Equipment Configuration for Morse Telegraphy................................... C-45 Equipment Configuration for Receive to Transmit Changeover Time ................................................................................................ C-50 Equipment Configuration for Transmit to Receive Changeover Time ................................................................................................ C-50 Equipment Configuration for Transmit Automatic Level Control........... C-54 Equipment Configuration for Automatic Gain Control Steady State ..... C-54 Equipment Configuration for Automatic Gain Control Attack and Decay Time ..................................................................................... C-55 Equipment Configuration for Automatic Gain Control Attack and Decay Time in DATA Mode............................................................. C-55 iii
TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued) LIST OF FIGURES (continued) Figure C-9.1 Equipment Configuration for Link 11 Data Link Operations Subtest .... C-61 Figure C-10.1 Equipment Configuration for Lower Sideband Subtest......................... C-64 Figure C-11.1 Equipment Configuration for Automatic Gain Control Single Sideband/Independent Sideband Operation Subtest ...................... C-67 LIST OF TABLES Table B-1 Table C-1.1 Table C-1.2 Table C-1.3 Table C-1.4 Table C-2.1 Table C-2.2 Table C-2.3 Table C-2.4 Table C-2.5 Table C-3.1 Table C-3.2 Table C-4.1 Table C-4.2 Table C-5.1 Table C-5.2 Table C-6.1 Table C-6.2 Table C-7.1 Table C-7.2 Table C-7.3 Table C-8.1 Table C-8.2 Table C-8.3 Table C-8.4 Table C-8.5 Table C-8.6 Table C-9.1 Table C-9.2 Table C-10.1 Table C-10.2 Table C-11.1 Table C-11.2 STANAG 4203 Requirements Matrix ................................................... B-3 Procedures for Transmitter and Receiver Frequency Range and Tolerance ......................................................................................... C-5 Procedures for Frequency Stability of Transmitter ............................... C-9 Procedures for Frequency Stability of Receiver ................................... C-12 Frequency Range, Tuning and Accuracy Results ................................ C-18 Procedures for Transmitter Frequency Response................................ C-23 Procedures for Receiver Frequency Response.................................... C-24 Procedures for Group Delay................................................................. C-24 Procedures for Time Delay .................................................................. C-26 Frequency Response, Group and Time Delay Results ........................ C-27 Procedures for Phase Noise ................................................................ C-30 Phase Noise Results............................................................................ C-32 Procedures for Linearity ....................................................................... C-34 Linearity Results................................................................................... C-36 Procedures for Spectral Containment of Transmitted Signal Subtest .. C-38 Spectral Containment of Transmitted Signal Results ........................... C-41 Procedures for Modulation Subtest ...................................................... C-45 Modulation Subtest Results.................................................................. C-47 Procedures for Receive to Transmit Changeover Time ....................... C-51 Procedures for Transmit to Receive Changeover Time ....................... C-51 Transmit/Receive Switching Time Results ........................................... C-52 Procedures for Transmit Automatic Level Control Subtest................... C-55 Procedures for Automatic Gain Control Steady State .......................... C-56 Procedures for Automatic Gain Control Attack Time............................ C-57 Procedures for Automatic Gain Control Decay Time ........................... C-57 Procedures for Automatic Gain Control Data Mode ............................. C-58 Gain Control Subtest Results ............................................................... C-59 Procedures for Link 11 Data Link Operations Subtest ......................... C-62 Link 11 Data Link Operations Subtest Results ..................................... C-62 Procedures for Lower Sideband Subtest.............................................. C-64 Lower Sideband Subtest Results ......................................................... C-65 Procedures for Automatic Gain Control Single Sideband/Independent Sideband Operation Subtest ............................................................ C-68 Automatic Gain Control Single Sideband/Independent Sideband Operation Subtest Results ............................................................... C-69 iv
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INTRODUCTION Standardization Agreement (STANAG) 4203 defines the technical standards required to ensure interoperability of land, air, and maritime Single Channel High Frequency (HF) radio equipment. STANAG 4203 contains the minimum interoperability standards for single channel HF radio equipment. It does not contain performance specifications. This document contains the test procedures that will be used to determine the level of compliance of a HF radio transceiver to the requirements established in STANAG 4203, annexes B and C. The test procedures are intended to be generic, so they can be used to test any HF radio transceiver that requires conformance to STANAG 4203 annexes B and C. If the Unit Under Test is an exciter and power amplifier, all test measurements should be taken with the exciter and power amplifier configured as they would be in an operational environment. The Joint Interoperability Test Command will conduct the standards and conformance test at Fort Huachuca, Arizona.
APPENDIX A ACRONYMS < s AGC ALC AM bps CW dB dBc dBm fo FSK HF HFTF Hz IMD ISB ITU JITC kHz LSB MHz MIL-STD msec PEP PSK QAM less than microsecond ohm Automatic Gain Control Automatic Level Control Amplitude Modulation bits per second Continuous Wave decibel decibels referenced to full-peak envelope power decibels referenced to one milliwatt Oscillator Frequency Frequency Shift Keying High Frequency High Frequency Test Facility hertz Intermodulation Distortion Independent Sideband International Telecommunications Union Joint Interoperability Test Command kilohertz Lower Sideband megahertz Military Standard millisecond Peak Envelope Power Phase Shift Key Quadrature Amplitude Modulation
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RATT RF RMS SC SSB STANAG TIMS USB UUT wpm
Radio Teletype Radio Frequency Root Mean Squared Single Channel Single Sideband Standardization Agreement Transmission Impairment Measurement Set Upper Sideband Unit Under Test words per minute
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APPENDIX B STANAG 4203 REQUIREMENTS MATRIX
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Table B-1. STANAG 4203 Requirements Matrix

Reference Number 1 STANAG 4203 Paragraph Annex B Paragraph 1. Annex B Paragraph 2. Requirements Subtest Number 1
Annex B Paragraph 3.
FREQUENCY RANGE. The frequency range for both transmission and reception shall be: a. 2.0 to 30.0 MHz for aircraft installations. b. 1.6 to 30 MHz for all other application. TUNING. a. Equipment shall tune to integral multiples of 100 Hz, starting at 1.5 MHz, and for maritime use, it is desirable that the receiver be able to tune in increments of 10 Hz. b. The frequency of the suppressed carrier shall be the reference frequency and it is mandatory that this be also the equipment display frequency (if available). FREQUENCY ACCURACY/STABILITY. The radio frequency tolerance shall be within 30 Hz for manpack equipment and within 10 for all other equipment. The frequency stability of the transmitter carrier frequency shall be 1X10-8 per day or better (10 Hz in 30 days). The base-band frequency response of the transmitter and of the receive over the range 300 Hz to 3050 Hz shall be within 2 dB of the response at 1000 Hz for manpack equipment and within 1.5 dB for all other equipment. The group delay shall not very by more than 0.5 msec over 80% of the passband if 300 Hz to 3050 Hz. The maximum Time Delay measured between the input and the output of either the transmitter or the receiver shall be less than 2.5 msec over this passband. PHASE NOISE. The over all radio system RMS phase noise as measured at the transmitter output while transmitting a single tone at the maximum PEP shall not exceed the following values: a.- 65 dBc/Hz for manpacks and 75 dBc/Hz for all other equipment at offsets greater than 100 kHz and less than 100 kHz from the tone. b. 145 dBc/Hz (-165 dBc/Hz high desirable) at all offsets greater then +/- 100kHz from the tone.
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Table B-1. STANAG 4203 Requirements Matrix (continued)

Reference Number 6 STANAG 4203 Paragraph Annex B Paragraph 6. Requirements LINEARITY. The IMD products of HF transmitters by any two equal-level signals within the 300-3050 Hz passband shall be at least 35 dB below either tone when the transmitter is operating at PEP. The frequencies of the two audio test signals shall not be harmonically or sub-harmonically related and shall have a minimum separation of 300Hz. SPECIAL CONTAINMENT OF TRANSMITTED SIGNAL. Ninety-nine percent of the total mean radiated power shall be contained with in a bandwidth of 3000 Hz; the power of any spurious emission shall be at least 40 dB below the peak envelope power within 10 kHz of the carrier frequency and at least 60 dB below the peak envelope power at any other frequency. Inter-modulation products in the adjacent channel shall be at least 30 dB below the level of two equal tones modulation the transmitter at peak envelope power Subtest Number 4
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Reference Number 8 STANAG 4203 Paragraph Annex B Paragraph 8. Requirements MODULATION. (a) For analog voice, digital voice and in-band RATT/data, the carrier shall be single sideband suppressed-carried modulated, with the carrier and Lower Sideband suppressed to at least 40 dB below the peak envelope power. (b) Single channel RATT shall be sent by two-tone FSK with a mark (or 1) frequency of 1575 Hz5 Hz and a space (or 0) frequency of 2425 Hz Hz (2000 Hz sub-carrier with 425 Hz shift) or 1615 Hz with a sub-carrier shift of 42.5 Hz 1 Hz representing a mark (or 1) and shift of +42.5 Hz 1 Hz representing a space (or 0). (c) Multi-channel RATT shall be sent by two-tone of sub-carriers centered on 425 Hz, 595 Hz, 935 Hz, 110 Hz, 1275 Hz,1445 Hz, and 1615 Hz, with a sub-carrier shift of 42.5 Hz 1 Hz. In multichannel fleet broadcast operation it shall be normally arranged that the channel centered on 765 Hz can be received as a single channel*). (d) Morse telegraphy shall be sent by on-off keying of a 1000 Hz 5 Hz, tone at rates up to 30 wpm (manual) and up to 300 wpm (burst). (e) Digital voice at 2400 bps when using the vocoder specified in STANAG 4198, shall be sent by means of a modem having the characteristics specified in STANAG 4197. (f) For narrowband direct printing telegraphy in the maritime mobile service, the ITU has outlined parameters in the in the Radio Regulations. These provide for F1B emissions of 170 Hz frequency shift at a maximum rate of 100 baud. The frequency tolerance is sited as 40 Hz for ship equipment and 15 Hz for coast stations. (g) Single channel data transmissions using common single channel radio equipment and sent by means of modems (internal/external) at datarates of 75 bps and above shall be sent by the (serial-tone) waveforms as described in the referenced STANAGs 4285, 4415, 4529, 4538 and 4539. Note: ISB (6 kHz operation) is likely to be required to support future enhanced data rate modes yet to be standardized. *US reservation: is not compatible with the narrowband FSK center frequency agreed in other documents such as MILSTD-188C where the 1232.5 Hz for a mark (or 1) and 1317.5 Hz for a space (or 0) is prescribed. Under this condition the assignment of a channel with a center frequency of 1275 Hz is appropriate for single channel operation. Subtest Number 6, 10
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Reference Number 9 STANAG 4203 Paragraph Annex B Paragraph 9. Annex B Paragraph 10. Requirements MODE OF OPERATION. Equipment shall be capable of operation in the single frequency simplex/half duplex mode, split frequency half mode is highly desirable. TRANSMIT/RECEIVE SWTCHING TIME. The changeover time between transmit and receive modes shall meet the following requirements: a. Transmit to receive changeover time shall not be greater than 15 msec from keying-off for the receiver to achieve 90% of full specified sensitivity. b. Receiver to transmit changeover time shall not be greater than 25 msec (10 msec highly desirable) from keying-on for the transmitter to achieve 90% of full specified output power. Transmit Automatic Level Control (ALC). Transmitter ALC action in data modes shall be implemented in such a way as to not degrade waveform performance. Note: this is known to be a concern particularly for high order modulation schemes such as QAM (e.g. as used in STANAG 4539). Receive Automatic Gain Control. These requirements apply to receivers that employ AGC. Any change in input level above the receiver AGC threshold shall produce an output change of less than 3 dB. The AGC time constants during non-data operating modes shall be as follows: a. Attack: <30 msec b. Decay: between 500 msec and 1.5 seconds. The AGC time constants during single channel (not Link 11) data communications shall be as follows: a. Attack: <10 msec b. Decay: <25 msec (modes not employing amplitude modulation, e.g. PSK) c. Decay: between 500 msec and 1second. (modes employing amplitude modulation, e.g. QAM). Subtest Number 6
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Reference Number 13 STANAG 4203 Paragraph Annex C Paragraph 3. Requirements Lower side band (LSB) For LSB operation or the Lower Sideband during ISB operation the amplitude versus frequency response between (f0 300 Hz) and (f0 3050 Hz) shall be within 3 dB (total) where f0 is the carrier frequency. The attenuation shall be at least 20 dB from f0 to (f0 + 400 Hz), and at least 60 dB above (f0 + 400 Hz). Attenuation shall be at least 40 dB from (f0 3500 Hz) to (f0 4000 Hz) and at least 60 dB below (f0 4000 Hz). Link 11 data link operations, where employed, shall be as per STANAG 5511 and utilize USB, LSB, or ISB modes. AGC SSB/ISB Operation During ISB operation the AGC shall be developed independently for the two sidebands as specified in STANAG 5511. The implementation shall be such that the sideband of greater magnitude controls the gain of the receiver RF stages. When in SSB mode, the receiver shall prevent any AGC voltage developed by the unused sideband from controlling the RF gain. Subtest Number 10
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Annex C Paragraph 2. Annex C Paragraph 4.
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Legend: AGC Automatic Gain Control; ALC Automatic Level Control; bps bits per second; dB decibels; dBc decibels referenced to full-peak envelope power; fo Oscillator Frequency; FSK Frequency Shift Keying; HF High Frequency; Hz Hertz; IMD Intermodulation Distortion; ISB - Independent Sideband; ITU International Telecommunications Union; LSB Lower Sideband; MHz Megahertz; MIL-STD Military Standard; msec millisecond; PEP Peak Envelope Power; PSK Phase Shift Keying; QAM Quadrature Amplitude Modulation; RATT Radio Teletype; RF Radio Frequency; RMS Root Mean Squared; SSB Single Sideband; STANAG Standardization Agreement; USB Upper Sideband; wpm words per minute; < - Less Than
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APPENDIX C STANAG 4203 TEST PROCEDURES
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SUBTEST 1, FREQUENCY RANGE, TUNING, AND ACCURACY
C-1.1 Objective. To determine the extent of compliance with the requirements for frequency range of transmission and reception, tuning intervals, frequency tolerance, and carrier frequency stability, (table B-1, reference numbers 1, 2, and 3). C-1.2 Criteria a. The frequency range for both transmission and reception shall be: (1) (2) 2.0 to 30.0 megahertz (MHz) for aircraft installations. 1.6 to 30 MHz for all other applications.
(STANAG 4203 annex B, paragraph 1) b. Equipment shall tune to integral multiples of 100 Hz, starting at 1.5 MHz, and for maritime use, it is desirable that the receiver be able to tune in increments of 10 Hz. The frequency of the suppressed carrier shall be the reference frequency and it is mandatory that this be also the equipment display frequency (if available). (STANAG 4203 annex B, paragraph 2) c. The radio frequency tolerance shall be within 30 Hz for manpack equipment and within 10 Hz for all other equipment. The frequency stability of this transmitter carrier frequency shall be 1 x 10-8 per day or better (10 Hz in 30 days). (STANAG 4203 annex B, paragraph 3) C-1.3 Test Procedures a. Test Equipment Required (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Audio Generator (accurate to within 1 Hz) Watt Meter Signal Generator (accurate to within 1 Hz) Attenuator Frequency Counters (accurate to within 1 Hz) Directional Coupler
b. Test Configuration. Figures C-1.1, C-1.2, and C-1.3 show the equipment configuration for this subtest.
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Signal Attenuator Generator
Audio Generator
Audio In
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Directional Coupler
Attenuator
Frequency Counter
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Frequency Counter
Figure C-1.1. Equipment Configuration for Measuring Transmitter and Receiver Frequency Range, Tuning and Frequency Tolerance
Audio Generator
Unit Under Test
Watt Meter
Attenuator
Frequency Counter
Figure C-1.2. Equipment Configuration for Measuring Transmitter Frequency Stability
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Signal Generator
Unit Under Test
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Figure C-1.3. Equipment Configuration for Measuring Receiver Frequency Stability c. Test Conduct. The test procedures for this subtest are given in tables C-1.1, C-1.2, and C-1.3. The test procedures in table C-1.2 are required if the UUT is a receive-only system. Table C-1.1. Procedures for Transmitter and Receiver Frequency Range and Tolerance
Step 1 2 3 4 Action Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference numbers 1, 2 and 3. Set up equipment. See figure C-1.1. Allow UUT to warm up by leaving it powered on, in receive mode for 30 minutes. Tune UUT. Frequency: Test frequency given in steps 7 through 75. Mode: USB Set up audio generator. Frequency: 1000 Hz Level: Set to a minimum audio input level into UUT to drive transmitter so that the RF output can be measured with the frequency counter. Impedance: 600 ohm Set up signal generator. Frequency: Test frequency + 1000 Hz (given in steps 7 through 75) Level: Set to a minimum RF input level into UUT to drive receiver so that the audio output can be measured with the frequency counter. Result
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Table C-1.1. Procedures for Transmitter and Receiver Frequency Range and Tolerance (continued)
Step 6 Action In steps 7 through 75, transmit with UUT and record the RF frequency minus the audio tone (measure with the frequency counter). Then, place UUT in receive mode and set the frequency of the signal generator to test frequency + 1000 Hz. Record the frequency of the audio tone measured with the frequency counter. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Settings/Action Result
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1.5 MHz (This test frequency is required for all applications except for aircraft installations.) 1.6 MHz (This test frequency is required for all applications except for aircraft installations.) 1.7 MHz (This test frequency is required for all applications except for aircraft installations.) 1.8 MHz (This test frequency is required for all applications except for aircraft installations.) 1.9 MHz (This test frequency is required for all applications except for aircraft installations.) 2.0000 MHz 2.0001 MHz 2.0002 MHz 2.0003 MHz 2.0004 MHz 2.0005 MHz 2.0006 MHz 2.0007 MHz 2.0008 MHz 2.0009 MHz 2.0019 MHz
TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX:
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Step 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 Action Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Settings/Action 2.0029 MHz 2.0039 MHz 2.0049 MHz 2.0059 MHz 2.0069 MHz 2.0079 MHz 2.0089 MHz 2.0099 MHz 2.0199 MHz 2.0299 MHz 2.0399 MHz 2.0499 MHz 2.0599 MHz 2.0699 MHz 2.0799 MHz 2.0899 MHz 2.0999 MHz 2.1999 MHz 2.2999 MHz 2.3999 MHz 2.4999 MHz 2.5999 MHz 2.6999 MHz 2.7999 MHz Result TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX:
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Step 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 Action Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Settings/Action 2.8999 MHz 2.9999 MHz 3.9999 MHz 4.9999 MHz 5.9999 MHz 6.9999 MHz 7.9999 MHz 8.9999 MHz 9.9999 MHz 10.9999 MHz 11.9999 MHz 12.9999 MHz 13.9999 MHz 14.9999 MHz 15.9999 MHz 16.9999 MHz 17.9999 MHz 18.9999 MHz 19.9999 MHz 20.9999 MHz 21.9999 MHz 22.9999 MHz 23.9999 MHz 24.9999 MHz Result TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX:
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Step 71 72 73 74 75 75 76 Action Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Record RF and audio frequencies. Review the results of steps 7 through 75, and verify that the accuracy (tolerance) of the carrier frequency is within 30 Hz for manpack equipment and within 10 Hz for all other equipment. Settings/Action 25.9999 MHz 26.9999 MHz 27.9999 MHz 28.9999 MHz 29.9999 MHz 30.0000 MHz Result TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX: TX: RX:
Legend: Hz hertz; MHz megahertz; RF Radio Frequency; RX Receiver; TX Transmitter; USB Upper Sideband; UUT Unit Under Test
Table C-1.2. Procedures for Frequency Stability of Transmitter

Step 1 2 Action Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference number 3. Set up equipment. See figure C-1.2. Set up audio generator. Frequency: 1000 Hz Level: Set to a minimum audio input level into UUT to drive transmitter so that the RF output can be measured with the frequency counter. Impedance: 600 ohm In steps 4 through 33, record the RF Measure the RF output of the frequency minus the audio tone to the transmitter at 4.000 MHz, 8.000 tenth of a Hz. MHz, and 16.000 MHz (USB mode) once a day for 30 days. Leave the UUT powered on for the duration of this 30-day test. The UUT should be left in receive mode when frequency measurements are not being taken. Day 1 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. Day 2 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz Result
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Table C-1.2. Procedures for Frequency Stability of Transmitter (continued)

Step 6 Day 3 Action Settings/Action 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. Result
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Step 18 Action Day 15 Settings/Action 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. Result
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Step 30 Action Day 27 Settings/Action 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. 4.000 MHz 8.000 MHz 16.000 MHz Record date of measurement. Result
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Review results of steps 4 through 33 and verify that the frequency stability of the transmitter carrier frequency is within 10 Hz over the 30-day period.
Legend: Hz hertz; MHz megahertz; RF Radio Frequency; USB Upper Sideband; UUT Unit Under Test
Table C-1.3. Procedures for Frequency Stability of Receiver

Step 1 2 3 Action Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference number 3. Set up equipment. See figure C-1.3. Allow UUT to warm up by Tune UUT to 4 MHz; Mode: USB. leaving it powered on in receive mode for 30 minutes. Connect the frequency counter Using the frequency counter, measure the directly to the output of the RF exact frequency of the RF from the RF generator. Set the RF generator generator. Record result. to 4.001 MHz. Connect the signal generator to Set the RF output level of the signal the RF port of the UUT. generator to 0 dBm. Connect the frequency counter Record the audio frequency measured on the to the audio output of the UUT. frequency counter. Result
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Table C-1.3. Procedures for Frequency Stability of Receiver (continued)

Step 6 Action Verify that the accuracy of the UUTs carrier frequency is within 30 Hz for manpack equipment and 10 Hz for other equipment. Remember to account for any error in the RF generators output frequency accuracy found in step 3. Tune UUT to 16 MHz, USB. Connect the frequency counter directly to the output of the RF generator. Set the RF generator to 16.001 MHz. Connect the signal generator to the RF port of the UUT. Connect the frequency counter to the audio output of the UUT. Verify that the accuracy of the UUTs carrier frequency is within 30 Hz for manpack equipment and 10 Hz for other equipment. Remember to account for any error in the RF generators output frequency accuracy found in step 8. Tune UUT to 28 MHz, USB. Connect the frequency counter directly to the output of the RF generator. Set the RF generator to 28.001 MHz. Connect the signal generator to the RF port of the UUT. Connect the frequency counter to the audio output of the UUT. Verify that the accuracy of the UUTs carrier frequency is within 30 Hz for manpack equipment and 10 Hz for other equipment. Remember to account for any error in the RF generators output frequency accuracy found in step 13. Steps 18 through 60 measure the UUTs stability over a 30-day period. Settings/Action To verify accuracy, note that if there is no error in the frequency accuracy of the UUT, then the audio frequency measured in step 5 will be 1000 Hz ( any error in the RF generators frequency accuracy found in step 3). If the UUTs local oscillator frequency is off by 1 Hz, then the audio frequency measured in step 5 will be 999 Hz or 1001 Hz ( any error in the RF generators frequency accuracy found in step 3). Using the frequency counter, measure the frequency of the RF from the RF generator. Record result. Set the RF output level of the signal generator to 0 dBm. Record the audio frequency measured on the frequency counter. To verify accuracy, note that if there is no error in the frequency accuracy of the UUT, then the audio frequency measured in step 10 will be 1000 Hz ( any error in the RF generators frequency accuracy found in step 8). If the UUTs local oscillator frequency is off by 1 Hz, then the audio frequency measured in step 10 will be 999 Hz or 1001 Hz ( any error in the RF generators frequency accuracy found in step 8). Using the frequency counter, measure the frequency of the RF from the RF generator. Record result. Set the RF output level of the signal generator to 0 dBm. Record the audio frequency measured on the frequency counter. To verify accuracy, note that if there is no error in the frequency accuracy of the UUT, then the audio frequency measured in step 15 will be 1000 Hz ( any error in the RF generators frequency accuracy found in step 13). If the UUTs local oscillator frequency is off by 1 Hz, then the audio frequency measured in step 15 will be 999 Hz or 1001 Hz ( any error in the RF generators frequency accuracy found in step 13). Result
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Step 18 19 Action Tune UUT to 4 MHz, USB. Connect the frequency counter directly to the output of the RF generator. Set the RF generator to 4.001 MHz. Connect the signal generator to the RF port of the UUT. Connect the frequency counter to the audio output of the UUT. Tune UUT to 16 MHz, USB. Connect the frequency counter directly to the output of the RF generator. Set the RF generator to 16.001 MHz. Connect the signal generator to the RF port of the UUT. Connect the frequency counter to the audio output of the UUT. Tune UUT to 28 MHz, USB. Connect the frequency counter directly to the output of the RF generator. Set the RF generator to 28.001 MHz. Connect the signal generator to the RF port of the UUT. Connect the frequency counter to the audio output of the UUT. Leave UUT powered on for 24 hours. Day 1: Repeat steps 18 through 30. Settings/Action Using the frequency counter, measure the exact frequency of the RF from the RF generator with 0.1 Hz accuracy. Record result. Set the RF output level of the signal generator to 0 dBm. Record the audio frequency measured on the frequency counter with 0.1 Hz accuracy. Using the frequency counter, measure the frequency of the RF from the RF generator with 0.1 Hz accuracy. Record result. Set the RF output level of the signal generator to 0 dBm. Record the audio frequency measured on the frequency counter with 0.1 Hz accuracy. Using the frequency counter, measure the frequency of the RF from the RF generator with 0.1 Hz accuracy. Record result. Set the RF output level of the signal generator to 0 dBm. Record the audio frequency measured on the frequency counter with 0.1 Hz accuracy. Record new result from step 19: Record new result from step 21: Record new result from step 23: Record new result from step 25: Record new result from step 27: Record new result from step 29: Record new result from step 19: Record new result from step 21: Record new result from step 23: Record new result from step 25: Record new result from step 27: Record new result from step 29: Record new result from step 19: Record new result from step 21: Record new result from step 23: Record new result from step 25: Record new result from step 27: Record new result from step 29: Result
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Legend: dBm decibels referenced to one milliwatt; Hz hertz; MHz megahertz; RF Radio Frequency; USB Upper Sideband; UUT Unit Under Test
C-1.4 Presentation of Results. The results will be shown in table C-1.4 indicating the requirement and measured value or indications of capability. Table C-1.4. Frequency Range, Tuning and Accuracy Results
Reference Number 1 STANAG 4203 Annex B Paragraph 1 Required Result Aircraft: 2.0 to 30.0 MHz Other: 1.6 to 30.0 MHz Measured Result Does UUT operate over required frequency range? Finding Met Not Met
Requirement The frequency range for both transmission and reception shall be: a) 2.0 to 30.0 MHz for aircraft installations. b) 1.6 to 30 MHz for all other applications.
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Table C-1.4. Frequency Range, Tuning and Accuracy Results (continued)

Reference Number 2 STANAG 4203 Annex B Paragraph 2 Required Result Tune to integral multiples of 100 Hz Reference frequency = carrier frequency Manpack: 30 Hz Other: 10 Hz Minimum Stability: 10 Hz over 30 days Max Frequency Deviation: Max Frequency Deviation over 30 days: Measured Result Does UUT tune to integral multiples of 100 Hz? Finding Met Not Met
Requirement a) Equipment shall tune to integral multiples of 100 Hz, starting at 1.5 MHz, and for maritime use it is desirable that the receiver be able to tune in increments of 10 Hz. b) The frequency of the suppressed carrier shall be the reference frequency and is mandatory to be the equipment display frequency (if available). The radio frequency tolerance shall be within 30 Hz for manpack equipment and within 10 Hz for all other equipment. The frequency stability of this transmitter carrier frequency shall be 1 x 10-8 per day or better (10 Hz in 30 days).
Legend: Hz hertz; MHz megahertz; STANAG Standardization Agreement; UUT Unit Under Test
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SUBTEST 2, FREQUENCY RESPONSE, GROUP AND TIME DELAY
C-2.1 Objective. To determine the extent of compliance with the requirements for transmitter base-band frequency response, group delay, and input to output delay of the transmitter or receiver, (table B-1, reference number 4). C-2.2 Criteria a. The base-band frequency response of the transmitter and of the receiver over the range 300 Hz to 3050 Hz shall be within 2 dB of the response at 1000 Hz for manpack equipment and within 1.5 dB for all other equipment. (STANAG 4203 annex B, paragraph 4) b. The group delay shall not vary by more than 0.5 milliseconds (msec) over 80% of the passband of 300 Hz to 3050 Hz. The maximum time delay measured between the input and the output of either the transmitter or the receiver shall be less than 2.5 msec over this passband. (STANAG 4203 annex B, paragraph 4) C-2.3 Test Procedures a. Test Equipment Required (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) Spectrum Analyzer Audio Generator RF Attenuator Watt Meter Super Transmission Impairment Measurement Set Signal Generator Oscilloscope
b. Test Configuration. Figures C-2.1, C-2.2, C-2.3, C-2.4 and C-2.5 show the equipment setup for this subtest.
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Radio Frequency Attenuator Spectrum Analyzer
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Figure C-2.1. Equipment Configuration for Transmitter Frequency Response
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Figure C-2.2. Equipment Configuration for Receiver Frequency Response
Unit Under Test
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Legend: TIMS Transmission Impairment Measurement Set
Figure C-2.3. Equipment Configuration for Group Delay
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Figure C-2.4. Equipment Configuration for Transmitter Time Delay
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Figure C-2.5. Equipment Configuration for Receiver Time Delay Table C-2.1. Procedures for Transmitter Frequency Response
Step 1 2 3 Action Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference number 4. Set up equipment. See figure C-2.1. Tune UUT. Frequency: 8.0000 MHz; Mode: USB Set up spectrum analyzer. Set reference level on spectrum analyzer to 0 and turn Max Hold on. Center Frequency: 8.0000 MHz Span: 12 kHz (15 kHz for four channel radio) RBW: 30 Hz VBW: 30 Hz Set up audio generator. Frequency: 300 Hz Output Level: Drive UUT to full rated PEP. Press sweep on the spectrum analyzer. Increase the audio generator frequency in Sweep the spectrum analyzer at each step. 100 Hz steps to 3500 Hz. Observe the amplitude of each audio tone (in dBm) on the display of the spectrum analyzer. Print spectrum. Result
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Table C-2.1. Procedures for Transmitter Frequency Response (continued)

Step 8 Action Review each tone. Record the maximum and minimum output power in dB from 300 Hz to 3050 Hz. Also record the output power in dB of the 1000 Hz tone. Settings/Action Result
Legend: dB decibels; dBm decibels referenced to one milliwatt; Hz hertz; kHz kilohertz; MHz megahertz; PEP Peak Envelope Power; RBW Resolution Bandwidth; USB Upper Sideband; UUT Unit Under Test; VBW Video Bandwidth
Table C-2.2. Procedures for Receiver Frequency Response

Step 1 2 3 4 Action Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference number 4. Set up equipment. See figure C-2.2. Tune UUT. Frequency: 8.0000 MHz; Mode: USB Set up RF signal generator. Test frequency + 300 Hz Level: 47 dBm Set up spectrum analyzer. Set reference level on spectrum analyzer to 0 dBm and turn Max Hold on. Center Frequency: 2.5 kHz Span: 5 kHz RBW: 30 Hz VBW: 30 Hz Press sweep on the spectrum analyzer. Increase the frequency of the signal Sweep the spectrum at each frequency generator in 100 Hz steps to test frequency step. + 3050 Hz. Observe the amplitude of each tone (in dBm) on the display of the spectrum analyzer. Print spectrum. Review results of step 7. Record the maximum and minimum output power in dB across the passband from Fc + 300 Hz to Fc + 3050 Hz. Record the output power in dB of Fc + 1000 Hz. Results
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Legend: dB decibels; dBm decibels referenced to one milliwatt; Fc Center Frequency; Hz hertz; kHz kilohertz; MHz megahertz; RBW Resolution Bandwidth; RF Radio Frequency; UUT Unit Under Test; VBW Video Bandwidth
Table C-2.3. Procedures for Group Delay

Step 1 2 3 Action Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference number 4. Set up equipment. See figure C-2.3. Tune UUT. Frequency: 8.0000 MHz; Mode: USB Set up Super TIMS. Connect the control path between the two Super TIMS as shown in figure C-2.3. Level: 0 dBm Setup: MASTER SLAVE on Test: ENVELOPE DELAY Program Sweep: 300 Hz to 3100 Hz in 100 Hz steps. Results
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Table C-2.3. Procedures for Group Delay (Continued)

Step 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Action Measure total time delay at 300 Hz. Measure total time delay at 400 Hz. Measure total time delay at 500 Hz. Measure total time delay at 600 Hz. Measure total time delay at 700 Hz. Measure total time delay at 800 Hz. Measure total time delay at 900 Hz. Measure total time delay at 1000 Hz. Measure total time delay at 1100 Hz. Measure total time delay at 1200 Hz. Measure total time delay at 1300 Hz. Measure total time delay at 1400 Hz. Measure total time delay at 1500 Hz. Measure total time delay at 1600 Hz. Measure total time delay at 1700 Hz. Measure total time delay at 1800 Hz. Measure total time delay at 1900 Hz. Measure total time delay at 2000 Hz. Measure total time delay at 2100 Hz. Measure total time delay at 2200 Hz. Measure total time delay at 2300 Hz. Measure total time delay at 2400 Hz. Measure total time delay at 2500 Hz. Measure total time delay at 2600 Hz. Measure total time delay at 2700 Hz. Settings/Action Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Results
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Table C-2.3. Procedures for Group Delay (Continued)

Step 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 Action Measure total time delay at 2800 Hz. Measure total time delay at 2900 Hz. Measure total time delay at 3000 Hz. Measure total time delay at 3050 Hz. Measure total time delay at 3100 Hz. Analyze data from steps 4 through 32. Verify that the group delay does not vary by more than 0.5 msec over a minimum of 80% of the points tested in steps 4 through 32 (i.e. 23 of the 28 test points must have a group delay within 0.5 msec). Settings/Action Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Record result. Verify that the time delay of the system does not exceed 2.5 msec. Results
Legend: dBm decibels referenced to one milliwatt; Hz hertz; MHz-megahertz; msec millisecond; TIMS Transmission Impairment Measurement Set; UUT Unit Under Test; s microseconds
Table C-2.4. Procedures for Time Delay

Step 1 2 3 4 Action Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference number 4. Set up equipment for transmitter time delay. See figure C-2.4. Tune UUT. Frequency: 8.0000 MHz; Mode: USB Set up audio generator. Frequency: 1004 Hz Level: Drive transmitter to full rated PEP. Set up oscilloscope. Set horizontal scale to 5 msec/div. Set vertical scale to 0.5 V.div. Set trigger to single sweep, channel 2. Set level to trigger when AF output on audio generator is toggled ON/OFF. Set AF output on audio generator to off position. Select RUN on oscilloscope. Key transmitter. Turn audio generator AF output on. Capture transmitter time delay. Measure transmitter time delay. The transmitter time delay is measured by placing vertical marker #1 at the point where the AF output on the audio generator is turned on (measured on channel two), and vertical marker #2 at the point where the amplitude of the audio signal on channel one reaches 90% of its steady-state value. The time difference between the two vertical markers is the transmitter time delay. Set up equipment for receiver time delay. See figure C-2.5. Set up signal generator. Frequency: 8.001 MHz Level: 0 dBm Results
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Table C-2.4. Procedures for Time Delay (Continued)

Step 12 Action Set up oscilloscope. Settings/Action Set horizontal scale to 5 msec/div. Set vertical scale to 0.5 V.div. Set trigger to single sweep, channel 2. Set level to trigger when RF output on signal generator is toggled ON/OFF. Results
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Legend: AF Audio Frequency; dBm decibels referenced to one milliwatt; kHz kilohertz; MHz megahertz; msec millisecond; PEP Peak Envelope Power; RF Radio Frequency; UUT Unit Under Test; V Volt
C-2.4 Presentation of Results. The results will be shown in table C-2.5 indicating the requirement and measured value or indications of capability. Table C-2.5. Frequency Response, Group and Time Delay Results
Reference Number 4 STANAG 4203 Annex B Paragraph 4 Result Requirement The base-band frequency response of the transmitter and of the receiver over the range 300 Hz to 3050 Hz shall be within 2 dB of the response at 1000 Hz for manpack equipment and within 1.5 dB for all other equipment. The group delay shall not vary by more than 0.5 msec over 80% of the passband of 300 Hz to 3050 Hz. The maximum time delay measured between the input and the output of either the transmitter or the receiver shall be less than 2.5 msec over this passband. Required Value Frequency Response for manpack: 2 dB Other: 1.5 dB Group delay < 0.5 msec over 80% of passband Max Time Delay < 2.5 msec Measured Value TX: RX: TX: RX: Finding Met Not Met
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Legend: dB decibels; Hz hertz; msec milliseconds; RX Receiver; STANAG Standardization Agreement; TX Transmitter
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SUBTEST 3, PHASE NOISE
C-3.1 Objective. To determine the extent of compliance with the requirements for transmitter phase noise, (table B-1, reference number 5). C-3.2 Criteria. The overall radio system Root Mean Squared (RMS) phase noise as measured at the transmitter output, while transmitting a single tone at the maximum Peak Envelope Power (PEP) shall not exceed the following values: a. -65 decibels referenced to full-peak envelope power per hertz (dBc/Hz) for manpacks and 75 dBc/Hz for all other equipment at offsets greater than 100 Hz and less than 100 kHz from the tone. (STANAG 4203 annex B, paragraph 5) b. -145 dBc/Hz (-165 dBc/Hz highly desirable) at all offsets greater than 100 kHz from the tone. (STANAG 4203 annex B, paragraph 5) C-3.3 Test Procedures a. Test Equipment Required (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) System Personal Computer Controller with E5500 Software Lowest Phase Noise Signal Generator Available Hewlett Packard (HP) 70420A Phase Noise Test Set Vector Signal Analyzer Radio Frequency Attenuator
b. Test Configuration. Figure C-3.1 shows the equipment setup for this subtest.
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Figure C-3.1. Equipment Configuration for Phase Noise Table C-3.1. Procedures for Phase Noise
Step 1 2 3 4 Action Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference number 5. Set up equipment as shown in figure C-3.1. Program UUT. Frequency: 4 MHz; Mode: CW Adjust attenuation to provide a +10 dBm signal into the 70420A test set. Load the E5500 user interface software. Click on server hardware General Assets Tab: connections under the Test Set: Agilent/HP 70420A system menu. FFT Analyzer: Agilent/HP 89410A Sources Tab: Reference Source: Agilent/HP E4425B Result
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Step 5 Action Click on measurements under the define menu. Settings/Action Enter the following settings: Measurement type: Absolute phase noise (using a phase locked loop). Start offset Frequency: 1 Hz Stop offset Frequency: 1 MHz Minimum number of FFT averages: Select value required to give desired output. Carrier source Frequency: 4.001 MHz Detector input Frequency: 4.001 MHz Detector: Automatic detector selection Detector constant cal method: Derive from measured beatnote. VCO tune constant cal method: Calculate the tune constant from nominal value. PLL integrator attenuation: 0 dB Carrier source: manual Reference source: Select the signal generator used in test setup. VCO tuned using: DC FM. LNA LPF: 2 MHz Time Base: None Downconverter: None 6 7 8 9 Place UUT in transmit mode. Click on New measurement under the measure menu. When the measurement is complete, un-key the UUT. Print results. Measure phase noise. Result
Legend: CW Continuous Wave; dB decibels; dBm decibels referenced to one milliwatt; DC Direct Current; FFT Fast Fourier Transform; FM Frequency Modulation; HP Hewlett Packard; Hz hertz; LNA Low Noise Amplifier; LPF Low Pass Filter; MHz megahertz; PLL Phase Locked Loop; UUT Unit Under Test; VCO Voltage Controlled Oscillator
C-3.4 Presentation of Results. The results will be shown in table C-3.2 indicating the requirement and measured value or indications of capability.
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Table C-3.2. Phase Noise Results

Reference Number 5 STANAG 4203 Annex B Paragraph 5 Result Requirement The overall radio system RMS phase noise, as measured at the transmitter output, while transmitting a single tone at the maximum PEP shall not exceed the following values: a) -65 dBc/Hz for manpacks and 75 dBc/Hz for all other equipment at offsets greater than 100 Hz and less than 100kHz from the tone. B) -145 dBc/Hz (-165 dBc/Hz highly desirable) at all offsets greater than 100 kHz from the tone. Required Value Manpack: -65 dBc/Hz Other: 75 dBc/Hz Offset > 100 kHz from the tone: -145 dBc/Hz Measured Value Finding Met Not Met
Legend: dBc decibels referenced to full-peak envelope power; Hz hertz; kHz kilohertz; PEP Peak Envelope Power; RMS Root Mean Squared; STANAG Standardization Agreement
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SUBTEST 4, LINEARITY
C-4.1 Objective. To determine the extent of compliance with the requirements for transmitter linearity, (table B-1, reference number 6). C-4.2 Criteria. The Intermodulation (IMD) products of High Frequency transmitters by any two equal-level signals within the 300 3050 Hz passband shall be at least 35 dB below either tone when the transmitter is operating at rated PEP. (STANAG 4203 annex B, paragraph 6) C-4.3 Test Procedures a. Test Equipment Required (1) (2) (3) (4) Spectrum Analyzer Audio Generator with Multiple Outputs Watt Meter Radio Frequency Attenuator
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Figure C-4.1. Equipment Configuration for Linearity
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Table C-4.1. Procedures for Linearity

Step 1 2 3 Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference number 6. Set up equipment. See figure C-4.1. Tune UUT. Frequency: 8.0000 MHz; Mode: USB Set up audio generator. Frequency A: Channel 1 800 Hz Frequency B: Channel 1 1125 Hz Raise level of audio to drive transmitter to rated PEP. Both frequencies must be the same level going into the UUT. Set up spectrum analyzer. Center Frequency: 8.0000 MHz Frequency Span: 10 kHz RBW: 30 Hz VBW: 30 Hz Sweep: Continuous Noise Level: Off Key radio and capture spectrum Set reference level on spectrum analyzer so the analyzer display. highest point is at 0 dB. Measure peaks on spectrum. Identify in-passband peaks other than frequencies A and B on the spectrum analyzer. Record the frequency and the difference (dB) between peak levels and two-tone levels for all peaks not less than 30 dB below the peak of either tone. Analyze the IMD products. Record the highest peak value (dB) in step 6. Print spectrum analyzer display. Set up audio generator. Frequency A: Channel 1 1400 Hz Frequency B: Channel 1 1775 Hz Raise level of audio to drive transmitter to rated PEP. Both frequencies must be the same level going into the UUT. Set up spectrum analyzer. Center Frequency: 8.0000 MHz Frequency Span: 10 kHz RBW: 30 Hz VBW: 30 Hz Sweep: Continuous Noise Level: Off Key radio and capture spectrum Set reference level on spectrum analyzer so the analyzer display. highest point is at 0 dB. Action Result
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Step 12 Action Measure peaks on spectrum. Settings/Action Identify in-passband peaks other than frequencies A and B on the spectrum analyzer. Record the frequency and the difference (dB) between peak levels and two-tone levels for all peaks not less than 30 dB below the peak of either tone. Record the highest peak value (dB) in step 12. Frequency A: Channel 1 2000 Hz Frequency B: Channel 1 2375 Hz Raise level of audio to drive transmitter to rated PEP. Both frequencies must be the same level going into the UUT. Center Frequency: 8.0000 MHz Frequency Span: 10 kHz RBW: 30 Hz VBW: 30 Hz Sweep: Continuous Noise Level: Off Set reference level on spectrum analyzer so the highest point is at 0 dB. Identify in-passband peaks other than frequencies A and B on the spectrum analyzer. Record the frequency and the difference (dB) between peak levels and two-tone levels for all peaks not less than 30 dB below the peak of either tone. Record the highest peak value (dB) in step 18. Frequency A: Channel 1 2700 Hz Frequency B: Channel 1 3050 Hz Raise level of audio to drive transmitter to rated PEP. Both frequencies must be the same level going into the UUT. Center Frequency: 8.0000 MHz Frequency Span: 10 kHz RBW: 30 Hz VBW: 30 Hz Sweep: Continuous Noise Level: Off Result
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Step 23 24 Action Key radio and capture spectrum analyzer display. Measure peaks on spectrum. Settings/Action Set reference level on spectrum analyzer so the highest point is at 0 dB. Identify in-passband peaks other than frequencies A and B on the spectrum analyzer. Record the frequency and the difference (dB) between peak levels and two-tone levels for all peaks not less than 30 dB below the peak of either tone. Record the highest peak value (dB) in step 24. Result
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Legend: dB decibels; Hz hertz; IMD Intermodulation Distortion; kHz kilohertz; MHz megahertz; PEP Peak Envelope Power; RBW Resolution Bandwidth; USB Upper Sideband; UUT Unit Under Test; VBW Video Bandwidth
C-4.4 Presentation of Results. The results will be shown in table C-4.2 indicating the requirement and measured value or indications of capability. Table C-4.2. Linearity Results
Reference Number 6 STANAG 4203 Annex B Paragraph 6 Result Requirement The IMD products of HF transmitters by any two equal-level signals within the 300 3050 Hz passband shall be at least 35 dB below either tone when the transmitter is operating at rated PEP. The frequencies of the two audio test signals shall not be harmonically or sub-harmonically related and shall have a minimum separation of 300 Hz. Required Value IMD > 35 dB below tones Measured Value Finding Met Not Met
Legend: dB decibels; HF High Frequency; Hz hertz; IMD Intermodulation Distortion; PEP Peak Envelope Power; STANAG Standardization Agreement
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SUBTEST 5, SPECTRAL CONTAINMENT OF TRANSMITTED SIGNAL
C-5.1 Objective. To determine the extent of compliance with the requirements for spurious emissions, (table B-1, reference number 7). C-5.2 Criteria. Ninety-nine percent of the total mean radiated power shall be contained within a bandwidth of 3000 Hz; the power of any spurious emission shall be at least 40 dB below the PEP within 10 kHz of the carrier frequency and at least 60 dB below the PEP at any other frequency. Intermodulation products in the adjacent channel shall be at least 30 dB below the level of either of the two equal tones modulation the transmitter at PEP. (STANAG 4203 annex B, paragraph 7) C-5.3 Test Procedures a. Test Equipment Required (1) (2) (3) (4) Spectrum Analyzer Audio Generator Radio Frequency Attenuator Watt Meter
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Figure C-5.1. Equipment Configuration for Spectral Containment of Transmitted Signal Table C-5.1. Procedures for Spectral Containment of Transmitted Signal Subtest
Step 1 2 3 4 Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference number 7. Set up equipment. See figure C-5.1. Tune UUT. Frequency: 3.0000 MHz; Mode: USB Set up audio generator. Channel 1: 1000 Hz Raise level of audio to drive UUT to full rated PEP. Set up spectrum analyzer. Center Frequency: 3.0000 MHz Frequency Span: 10 kHz RBW: 30 Hz VBW: 30 Hz Sweep: Continuous Noise Level: Off Configure the Agilent 8560 Front-panel key access: MEAS/USER spectrum analyzer to measure the occupied bandwidth of the UUTs transmitted signal. Transmit UUT using a 1000 Hz Verify that 99% of the total mean radiated power signal from the audio generator to is contained between center frequency plus 300 drive transmitter to full rated PEP. Hz to center frequency plus 3300 Hz. Set up spectrum analyzer. Center Frequency: 3.0000 MHz Frequency Span: 20 kHz Noise Level: Off Insert audio into the UUT. Frequency: 1004 Hz Raise level of audio to drive UUT to full rated PEP. Sweep the spectrum. Record the level of any spurious emissions. Use the Find Peak and Next Peak functions. Verify that all spurious emissions within 10 kHz of the carrier frequency are at least 40 dB below the peak envelope power. Action Result
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Table C-5.1. Procedures for Spectral Containment of Transmitted Signal Subtest (continued)
Step 21 Action Set up audio generator. Settings/Action Frequency A: Channel 1 800 Hz Frequency B: Channel 1 1125 Hz Raise level of audio to drive transmitter to rated PEP. Both frequencies must be the same level going into the UUT. Center Frequency: 8.0000 MHz Frequency Span: 10 kHz RBW: 30 Hz VBW: 30 Hz Sweep: Single Noise Level: Off Set reference level on spectrum analyzer so the highest point is at 0 dB. Identify the highest two peaks in the adjacent passband on the spectrum analyzer. Record the frequency and the difference (dB) between peak levels and two-tone levels. Peak 1 Peak 2 Record the highest peak value (dB) in step 24. Result
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Analyze the IMD products. Print the spectrum captured on spectrum analyzer.
Legend: dB decibels; Hz hertz; IMD Intermodulation Distortion; kHz kilohertz; LSB Lower Sideband; MHz megahertz; PEP Peak Envelope Power; RBW Resolution Bandwidth; USB Upper Sideband; UUT Unit Under Test; VBW Video Bandwidth
C-5.4 Presentation of Results. The results will be shown in tabular format (table C-5.2) indicating the requirement and measured value or indications of capability.
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Table C-5.2. Spectral Containment of Transmitted Signal Results

Reference Number 7 STANAG 4203 Annex B Paragraph 7 Result Requirement 99% of the total mean radiated power shall be contained within a bandwidth of 3000 Hz; the power of any spurious emission shall be at least 40 dB below the peak envelope power within 10 kHz of the carrier frequency and at least 60 dB below the peak envelope power at any other frequency, Intermodulation products in the adjacent channel shall be at least 30 dB below the level of either of the two equal tones modulation the transmitter at peak envelope power. Required Value 99% of power contained in 3 kHz bandwidth. Spurs: 10 kHz: 40 dB down > 10 kHz: 60 dB down IMD: 30 dB below PEP Measured Value Finding Met Not Met
Legend: dB decibels; Hz hertz; IMD Intermodulation Distortion; kHz kilohertz; PEP Peak Envelope Power; STANAG Standardization Agreement
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SUBTEST 6, MODULATION
C-6.1 Objective. To determine the extent of compliance with the requirements for modulation of the transmitted radio signal, (table B-1, reference numbers 8 and 9). C-6.2 Criteria a. (1) Single Channel Radio Teletype (RATT) shall be sent by twotone Frequency Shift Keying (FSK) with a mark (or 1) frequency of 1575 Hz 5 Hz and a space (or 0) frequency of 2425 Hz 5 Hz (2000 Hz sub-carrier with a 425 Hz shift); or 1615 Hz with a sub-carrier shift of 42.5 Hz 1 Hz representing a mark (or 1), and a shift of +42.5 Hz 1 Hz representing a space (or 0). (2) Multi-channel RATT shall be sent by two-tone FSK of sub carriers centered on 425 Hz, 595 Hz, 935 Hz, 1105 Hz, 1275 Hz, 1445 Hz, and 1615 Hz, with a sub-carrier shift of 42.5 Hz 1 Hz. In multi-channel fleet broadcast operation, it shall be normally arranged that the channel centered on 765 Hz can be received as a single channel. (3) Morse telegraphy shall be sent by on-off keying of a 1000 Hz 5 Hz tone at rates up to 30 words per minute (wpm) (manual) and up to 300 wpm (burst). (4) Digital voice at 2400 bps when using the vocoder specified in STANAG 4198, shall be sent by means of a modem having the characteristics specified in STANAG 4197. (5) For narrowband, direct printing telegraphy in the maritime mobile service, the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) has outlined parameters in the Radio Regulations. These provide for F1B emissions of 170 Hz frequency shift at a maximum rate of 100 baud. The frequency tolerance is cited as 40 Hz for ship equipment and 15 Hz for coast stations. (6) Single channel data transmissions using common single channel radio equipment and sent by means of modems (internal/external) at data rates of 75 bps and above (i.e. 75, 150, 300, 600, 1200, and 2400 bps) shall be sent by the (serial-tone) waveforms as described in the referenced STANAGs 4285, 4415, 4529, 4538, and 4539. Note: Independent Sideband (ISB) (6 kHz operation) is likely to be required to support future enhanced data rate modes yet to be standardized. (STANAG 4203 annex B, paragraph 8) b. Equipment shall be capable of operating in the single frequency simplex/half-duplex mode; split frequency half-duplex mode is highly desirable. (STANAG 4203 annex B, paragraph 9)
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C-6.3 Test Procedures a. Test Equipment Required (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Bit Error Rate Tester Oscilloscope Attenuators Personal Computer with Morse Code Software Modems (KY-99, RF-5710A, MDM-2001)
b. Test Configuration. Figures C-6.1 and C-6.2 show the equipment setup for this subtest.
Bit Error Rate Tester
Modem
Unit Under Test
Attenuator
Modem
Unit Under Test
Figure C-6.1. Equipment Configuration for Modulation Subtest
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Personal Com puter
Serial-to-Key Interface
Unit Under Test
Oscilloscope
Attenuator
Attenuator
Personal Com puter
Unit Under Test
Figure C-6.2. Equipment Configuration for Morse Telegraphy Table C-6.1. Procedures for Modulation Subtest
Step 1 2 3 4 5 Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference number 8. Set up equipment. See figure C-6.1. Set up UUTs. Frequency: 12.000 MHz Mode: USB AGC: DATA Set up oscilloscope. Channel 1: 5 mV/div, 1 msec/div Set up BERT. Single channel RATT: Program Run test for 15 minutes. Record number RF-5710A modems for FSK of errors. operation at 600 bps (2000 Hz sub-carrier with 425 Hz shift). Single channel RATT: Program Run test for 15 minutes. Record number RF-5710A modems for FSK of errors. operation at 75 bps for 1615 Hz with a sub-carrier shift of 42.5 Hz representing a mark (or 1) and a shift of +42.5 Hz representing a space (or 0). Program RF-5710A modems to Run test for 15 minutes. Record number provide FSK emissions of 170 Hz of errors. frequency shift at a rate of 100 baud with a 1000 Hz center frequency. Action Result
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Table C-6.1. Procedures for Modulation Subtest (Continued)

Step 8 Action Multi-channel RATT: Program MDM-2001 modems to send 8 tone FSK modulation with subcarriers centered on 425 Hz, 595 Hz, 935 Hz, 1105 Hz, 1275 Hz, 1445 Hz, and 1615 Hz, with a subcarrier shift of 42.5 Hz. Serial-tone waveforms: Program RF-5710A modems to send serialtone waveforms at 75 bps. Program RF-5710A modems to send serial-tone waveforms at 150 bps. Program RF-5710A modems to send serial-tone waveforms at 300 bps. Program RF-5710A modems to send serial-tone waveforms at 600 bps. Program RF-5710A modems to send serial-tone waveforms at 1200 bps. Program RF-5710A modems to send serial-tone waveforms at 2400 bps. Digital voice: Replace modems with KY99s Morse telegraphy: Set up equipment. Using Oscilloscope, measure and record the frequency of the CW tone. Use CwType (shareware) software to send Morse telegraphy at 30 wpm. Place UUT in USB Mode. Settings/Action Run test for 15 minutes. Record number of errors. Result
9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Run test for 15 minutes. Record number of errors. Run test for 15 minutes. Record number of errors. Run test for 15 minutes. Record number of errors. Run test for 15 minutes. Record number of errors. Run test for 15 minutes. Record number of errors. Run test for 15 minutes. Record number of errors. Send digital voice at 2400 bps. Measure voice quality using Rhyme test (with scale from 1 to 5; 5 being highest quality voice and 1 being unintelligible voice). As shown in figure C-6.2. Place UUT in CW Mode. Verify that the tone is at 1000 Hz 5 Hz. Verify that UUT is capable of sending Morse telegraphy at 30 wpm. Use CwGet (shareware) software to receive the Morse telegraphy. Configure the Serial-to-Key interface between the PC and UUT to key the radio, and add the CW tone to drive the transmitter. See note 1. Verify that UUT is capable of sending Morse telegraphy at 300 wpm. Use CwGet software to receive the Morse telegraphy.
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19
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Use CwType software to send the characters TST using Morse telegraphy at 300 wpm.
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Table C-6.1. Procedures for Modulation Subtest (Continued)

Step 21 Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference number 9. Is the UUT capable of operating in the single frequency simplex/half duplex mode? Action Result
Note 1. The Serial-to-Key interface is a circuit that allows the PC to key the radio using its serial port. Drawings are available under the help menu in CwType. Legend: AGC Automatic Gain Control; BERT Bit Error Rate Tester; bps bits per second; CW Continuous Wave; FSK Frequency Shift Keying; Hz hertz; MHz megahertz; msec millisecond; PC Personal Computer; RATT Radio Teletype; USB Upper Sideband; UUT Unit Under Test; wpm words per minute
C-6.4 Presentation of Results. The results will be shown in table C-6.2 indicating the requirement and measured value or indications of capability. Table C-6.2. Modulation Subtest Results
Reference Number 8 STANAG 4203 Annex B Paragraph 8b Result Requirement Single channel RATT shall be sent by two-tone FSK with a mark (or 1) frequency of 1575 Hz 5 Hz and a space (or 0) frequency of 2425 Hz 5 Hz (2000 Hz sub-carrier with 425 Hz shift) or 1615 Hz with a sub-carrier shift of 42.5 Hz 1 Hz representing a mark (or 1) and a shift of +42.5 Hz 1 Hz representing a space (or 0). Multi-channel RATT shall be sent by two-tone FSK of sub-carriers centered on 425 Hz, 595 Hz, 935 Hz, 1105 Hz, 1275 Hz, 1445 Hz and 1615 Hz, with a sub-carrier shift of 42.5 Hz 1 Hz. In Multi-channel fleet broadcast operation it shall be normally arranged that the channel centered on 765 Hz can be received as a single channel*). Morse telegraphy shall be sent by onoff keying of a 1000 Hz 5 Hz tone at rates up to 30 wpm (manual) and up to 300 wpm (burst). Required Value BER = 0 over 15 minute test period. Measured Value Finding Met Not Met
8c
BER = 0 over 15 minute test period.
8d
8e
Digital voice at 2400 bps when using the vocoder specified in STANAG 4198, shall be sent by means of a modem having the characteristics specified in STANAG 4197.
Tone: 1000 Hz 5 Hz Manual: 30 wpm Burst: 300 wpm Voice Quality = 4 or 5 (Rhyme Test)
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Table C-6.2. Modulation Subtest Results (continued)

Reference Number 8 STANAG 4203 Annex B Paragraph 8f Result Requirement For narrowband direct printing telegraphy in the maritime mobile service, the ITU has outlined parameters in the Radio Regulations. These provide for F1B emissions of 170 Hz frequency shift at a maximum rate of 100 baud. The frequency tolerance is cited as 40 Hz for ship equipment and 15 Hz for coast stations. Single channel data transmissions using COMMON single channel radio equipment and sent by means of modems (internal/external) at data rates of 75 bps and above shall be sent by the (serial-tone) waveforms as described in the referenced STANAGs 4285, 4415, 4529, 4538, and 4539. Note: ISB (6 kHz operation) is likely to be required to support future enhanced data rate modes yet to be standardized. Equipment shall be capable of operating in the single frequency simplex/half duplex mode, split frequency half duplex mode is highly desirable. Required Value BER = 0 over 15 minute test period. Measured Value Finding Met Not Met
8g
BER = 0 over 15 minute test period.
capable of operating in the single frequency simplex/half duplex mode
Legend: BER Bit Error Rate; bps bits per second; FSK Frequency Shift Keying; Hz hertz; ISB Independent Sideband; ITU International Telecommunications Union; RATT Radio Teletype; STANAG Standardization Agreement; wpm words per minute
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SUBTEST 7, TRANSMIT/RECEIVE SWITCHING TIME
C-7.1 Objective. To determine the extent of compliance with the requirements for changeover times between transmit and receive modes, (table B-1, reference number 10). C-7.2 Criteria. The changeover time between transmit and receive modes shall meet the following requirements: a. Transmit to receive changeover time shall not be greater than 15 msec from keying-off for the receiver to achieve 90% of full specified sensitivity. (STANAG 4203 annex B, paragraph 10) b. Receive to transmit changeover time shall not be greater than 25 msec (10 msec highly desirable) from keying-on for the transmitter to achieve 90% of full specified output power. (STANAG 4203 annex B, paragraph 10) C-7.3 Test Procedures a. Test Equipment Required (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) Oscilloscope Attenuators Signal Generator Break Out Box Audio Generator Dummy Load Directional Coupler Spectrum Analyzer
C-7.4 Test Configuration. Figures C-7.1 and C-7.2 show the equipment setup for this subtest.
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Signal Attenuator Generator
Audio Generator
Unit Under Test
Directional Coupler
Attenuator
CH2 Oscilloscope CH1 Trigger
Spectrum Analyzer Break Out Box KEY
Figure C-7.1. Equipment Configuration for Receive to Transmit Changeover Time
Audio Generator
RCV Break Out Box
TX Unit Under Test Directional Coupler
Dummy Load
Attenuator CH1 CH2
Oscilloscope Signal Generator
Figure C-7.2. Equipment Configuration for Transmit to Receive Changeover Time
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Table C-7.1. Procedures for Receive to Transmit Changeover Time

Step 1 2 3 Action Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference number 10. Set up equipment. See figure C-7.1. Tune UUT. Frequency: 8.0000 MHz; Mode: USB Set up oscilloscope. Set horizontal scale to 5 msec/div. Set vertical scale to 0.5 V/div. Set trigger to single sweep. Trigger on channel 1, (+) slope. Set up signal generator. Frequency: 8.001 MHz Level: -90 dBm (after attenuator) Set up audio generator. Frequency: 1004 Hz Level: Drive transmitter to full rated PEP. Press RUN on oscilloscope and key UUT to capture the receive to transmit changeover time. Measure and record the receive to The receive to transmit changeover time transmit changeover time. is measured by placing vertical marker #1 on the trigger position (from channel one), and vertical marker #2 at the point where the amplitude of the signal on channel two reaches 90% of its steady-state value. The time difference between the two vertical markers is the receive to transmit changeover time. Result
4 5 6 7
Legend: Hz hertz; MHz megahertz; PEP Peak Envelope Power; USB Upper Sideband; UUT Unit Under Test
Table C-7.2. Procedures for Transmit to Receive Changeover Time

Step 1 2 3 Action Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference number 10. Set up equipment. See figure C-7.2. Tune UUT. Frequency: 8.0000 MHz; Mode: USB Set up RF generator. Frequency: 8.000 MHz + 1000 Hz Level: -90 dBm into UUT (after attenuator). Note: RF should always be on. Set up audio generator. Frequency: 1004 Hz Level: Drive transmitter to full rated PEP. Set up oscilloscope. Set horizontal scale to 2 msec/div. Set vertical scale to 0.5 V/div. Set trigger to channel 1, single sweep. Key UUT, press RUN on Oscilloscope, then key-off UUT to capture the transmit to receive changeover time. Result
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Table C-7.2. Procedures for Transmit to Receive Changeover Time (continued)

Step 6 Action Measure and record the transmit to receive changeover time. Settings/Action The transmit to receive changeover time is measured by placing vertical marker #1 on the point where the UUT is keyed-off (trigger position on channel 1), and vertical marker #2 at the point where the amplitude of the 1000 Hz audio signal increases to 90% of its steady-state value. The time difference between the two vertical markers is the transmit to receive changeover time. Result
Legend: dBm decibels referenced to one milliwatt; Hz hertz; kHz kilohertz; MHz megahertz; USB Upper Sideband;
C-7.4 Presentation of Results. The results will be shown in table C-7.3 indicating the requirement and measured value or indications of capability. Table C-7.3 Transmit/Receive Switching Time Results
Reference Number 10 STANAG 4203 Annex B Paragraph 10 Result Requirement The changeover time between transmit and receive modes shall meet the following requirements: a) Transmit to receive changeover time shall not be greater than 15 msec from keying-off for the receiver to achieve 90% of full specified sensitivity. b) Receive to transmit changeover time shall not be greater than 25 msec (10 msec highly desirable) from keying-on for the transmitter to achieve 90% of full specified output power. Required Value Transmit to Receive: > 15 msec Receive to Transmit: > 25 msec Measured Value Finding Met Not Met
Legend: msec milliseconds; STANAG Standardization Agreement
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C-8
SUBTEST 8, GAIN CONTROL
C-8.1 Objective. To determine the extent of compliance with the requirements for Transmit Automatic Level Control and Receive Automatic Gain Control, (table B-1, reference numbers 11 and 12). C-8.2 Criteria a. Transmit Automatic Level Control (ALC). Transmitter ALC action in data modes shall be implemented in such a way as to not degrade waveform performance. Note: This is known to be a concern particularly for high order modulation schemes such as Quadrature Amplitude Modulation (QAM) (e.g. as used in STANAG 4539). (STANAG 4203 annex B, paragraph 11) b. Receive Automatic Gain Control (AGC). These requirements apply to receivers that employ AGC. Any change in input level above the receiver AGC threshold shall produce an output change of less than 3 dB. (STANAG 4203 annex B, paragraph 12) The AGC time constants during non-data operating modes shall be as follows: (1) (2) Attack: < 30 msec. Decay: between 500 msec and 1.5 seconds.
The AGC time constants during single channel (not Link 11) data communications shall be as follows: (1) (2) modulation) (3) Decay: between 500 msec and 1 second. (modes employing amplitude modulation, e.g. QAM). (STANAG 4203 annex B, paragraph 12) C-8.3 Test Procedures a. Test Equipment Required (1) (2) Storage Oscilloscope Signal Generator Attack: < 10 msec. Decay: < 25 msec (modes not employing amplitude
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(3) (4) (5) (6)
Modem Distortion Analyzer Bit Error Rate Test Set Directional Coupler
b. Test Configuration. Figures C-8.1, C-8.2, C-8.3, and C-8.4 show the equipment setups for this subtest.
Modem
Unit Under Test
Attenuator
Modem
Unit Under Test
Figure C-8.1. Equipment Configuration for Transmit Automatic Level Control
Signal Generator
Unit Under Test
Distortion Analyzer
Figure C-8.2. Equipment Configuration for Automatic Gain Control Steady State
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Signal Generator
Directional Coupler
Unit Under Test
CH2 Storage Oscilloscope Trigger CH1
Figure C-8.3. Equipment Configuration for Automatic Gain Control Attack and Decay Time
Modem
Directional Coupler
Unit Under Test
CH2 Storage Oscilloscope CH1
Trigger
Figure C-8.4. Equipment Configuration for Automatic Gain Control Attack and Decay Time in DATA Mode Table C-8.1. Procedures for Transmit Automatic Level Control Subtest
Step 1 2 3 4 5 6 Action Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference number 11. Set up equipment. See figure C-8.1. Set up UUT. Frequency: 8.000 MHz; Mode: USB Set up modem for QAM(64) If an internal modem is being used that modulation at 9600 bps. does not support QAM(64), acquire external modem that supports QAM(64). Increase modem output level until the transmitter ALC reacts. Set BERT to 2047 pattern. Run test for 15 minutes. Record bit error rate. Result
Legend: ALC Automatic Level Control; BERT Bit Error Rate Tester; MHz megahertz; QAM Quadrature Amplitude Modulation; USB Upper Sideband
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Table C-8.2. Procedures for Automatic Gain Control Steady State

Step 1 2 Action Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference number 12. Set up equipment. See figure C-8.2. Set up distortion analyzer. Input: Normal Function: Voltmeter Mode: Automatic Termination: 600 Tune UUT. Frequency: 8.000 MHz; Mode: USB Set RF signal generator to test Set RF signal generator output level frequency + 1 kHz. < -120 dBm. Increase RF signal generator The AGC threshold is found by increasing output level in 1 dB steps until the level of the RF signal generator until the audio output level of the receiver AGC threshold triggers. Record RF output level of the signal reaches steady state. generator at AGC threshold, and the audio output level of the UUT. Increase RF signal generator Record RF output level of the signal output level in 3 dB steps until +13 generator, and audio output level of the dBm is reached. UUT each time the RF output level is incremented. Step 1: Step 2: Step 3: Step 4: Step 5: Step 6: Step 7: Step 8: Step 9: Step 10: Step 11: Step 12: Step 13: Step 14: Step 15: Step 16: Step 17: Step 18: Step 19: Step 20: Step 21: Step 22: Step 23: Step 24: Step 25: Review the results of step 6, and verify that the change in audio output level of the UUT is less than 3 dB for each RF input level. Result
3 4 5
Audio Level
Legend: AGC Automatic Gain Control; dBm decibels referenced to 1 milliwatt; MHz megahertz; RF Radio Frequency; USB Upper Sideband; UUT Unit Under Test; Ohm; < less than
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Table C-8.3. Procedures for Automatic Gain Control Attack Time

Step 1 2 Action Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference number 12. Set up equipment. See figure C-8.3. Set up oscilloscope. Set horizontal scale to 5 msec/div. Set vertical scale to 0.5 V/div. Set trigger to single sweep, 50%, channel 1. Tune UUT to 8.000 MHz, USB. Set AGC to MEDIUM (if available). Set RF signal generator to test Set RF signal generator output level to 0 dBm. frequency + 1 kHz. Using a directional coupler, trigger the oscilloscope on channel one with the RF ON/OFF of the RF signal generator. Turn RF output off. Select RUN on Turn RF output on to capture the attack oscilloscope. time. Measure the AGC attack time The attack time delay is measured by delay. placing vertical marker #1 at the point where the RF output on the signal generator is turned on (measured on channel one), and vertical marker #2 at the point where the amplitude of the audio signal on channel two reaches 90% of its steady-state value. The time difference between the two vertical markers is the attack time delay. Result
3 4 5
6 7
Legend: AGC Automatic Gain Control; dBm decibels referenced to one milliwatt; kHz kilohertz; MHz megahertz; RF Radio Frequency; USB Upper Sideband; V/div Volts per division
Table C-8.4. Procedures for Automatic Gain Control Decay Time

Step 1 2 Action Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference number 12. Set up equipment. See figure C-8.3. Set up oscilloscope. Set horizontal scale to 5 msec/div. Set vertical scale to 0.5 V/div. Set trigger to single sweep, 50%, channel 1. Tune UUT to 8.000 MHz, USB. Set AGC to MEDIUM (if available). Set RF signal generator to test Set RF signal generator output level to 0 dBm. frequency + 1 kHz. Using a directional coupler, trigger the oscilloscope with the RF ON/OFF of the RF signal generator. Turn RF output on. Select RUN on Turn RF output off to capture the decay oscilloscope. time. Result
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Table C-8.4. Procedures for Automatic Gain Control Decay Time (Continued)
Step 7 Action Measure the AGC decay time. Settings/Action The decay time is measured by placing vertical marker #1 at the point on channel one where the RF output on the signal generator is turned off, and placing vertical marker #2 at the point where the amplitude of the audio signal on channel two decreases to 10% of its keyed-on steady-state value. The time difference between the two vertical markers is the decay time. Result
Legend: AGC Automatic Gain Control; dBm decibels referenced to one milliwatt; kHz kilohertz; MHz megahertz; msec millisecond; RF Radio Frequency; USB Upper Sideband; V/div Volts per division
Table C-8.5. Procedures for Automatic Gain Control Data Mode

Step 1 2 Action Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference number 12. Set up equipment. See figure C-8.4. Set up oscilloscope. Set horizontal scale to 5 msec/div. Set vertical scale to 0.5 V/div. Set trigger to single sweep, 50%, channel 1. Tune UUT to 8.000 MHz, USB. Set AGC to DATA (if available). Program RF-5710A modem for PSK operation at 2400 bps. Using a directional coupler, trigger the oscilloscope on channel one with the KEY ON/OFF of the RF5710A modem. Un-key modem. Select RUN on Key modem to capture the attack time. oscilloscope. Measure the AGC attack time. The attack time delay is measured by placing vertical marker #1 at the point where the modem begins sending data (measured on channel one), and vertical marker #2 at the point where the amplitude of the audio signal on channel two reaches 90% of its steady-state value. The time difference between the two vertical markers is the attack time delay. Verify that the AGC attack time is < 10 msec. Key modem. Select RUN on Un-key modem to capture the decay time. oscilloscope. Result
3 4 5
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Table C-8.5. Procedures for Automatic Gain Control Data Mode (Continued)
Step 10 Action Measure the AGC decay time. Settings/Action The decay time is measured by placing vertical marker #1 at the point on channel one where the modem is un-keyed, and placing vertical marker #2 at the point where the amplitude of the audio signal on channel two decreases to 10% of its keyed-on steady-state value. The time difference between the two vertical markers is the decay time. Result
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Verify that the AGC decay time is < 25 msec. Program modem for QAM modulation at 9600 bps. Key modem. Select RUN on oscilloscope. Measure the AGC decay time.
Un-key modem to capture the decay time. The decay time is measured by placing vertical marker #1 at the point on channel one where the modem is un-keyed, and placing vertical marker #2 at the point where the amplitude of the audio signal on channel two decreases to 10% of its keyed-on steady-state value. The time difference between the two vertical markers is the decay time.
15
Verify that the AGC decay time is between 500 msec and 1 second.
Legend: AGC Automatic Gain Control; bps bits per second; FSK Frequency Shift Keying; MHz megahertz; msec millisecond; QAM Quadrature Amplitude Modulation; USB Upper Sideband; V/div Volts per division
C-8.4 Presentation of Results. The results will be shown in table C-8.6 indicating the requirement and measured value or indications of capability. Table C-8.6. Gain Control Subtest Results
Reference Number 11 STANAG 4203 Annex B Paragraph 11 Result Requirement Transmit Automatic Level Control (ALC). Transmitter ALC action in data modes shall be implemented in such a way as to not degrade waveform performance. Note: this is known to be a concern particularly for high order modulation schemes such as QAM (e.g. as used in STANAG 4539). Required Value BER = 0 over 15 minute test period. Measured Value Finding Met Not Met
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Table C-8.6. Gain Control Subtest Results (continued)

Reference Number 12 STANAG 4203 Annex B Paragraph 12 Result Requirement Receive Automatic Gain Control. These requirements apply to receivers that employ AGC. Any change in input level above the receiver AGC threshold shall produce an output change of less than 3 dB. The AGC time constants during nondata operating modes shall be as follows: a) Attack: <30 msec. b) Decay: between 500 msec and 1.5 seconds. The AGC time constants during single channel (not Link 11) data communications shall be as follows: a) Attack: <10 msec. b) Decay: <25 msec (modes not employing amplitude modulation, e.g. PSK). c) Decay: between 500 msec and 1 seconds. (modes employing amplitude modulation, e.g. QAM). Required Value Output change < 3 dB Non-data modes: Attack: <30 msec Decay: Between 500 msec and 1.5 seconds Single channel data: Attack: <10ms Decay: <25ms (not employing AM) Modes employing AM: Decay: between 500 msec and 1 second.
Legend: AGC Automatic Gain Control; ALC Automatic Level Control; AM Amplitude Modulation; BER Bit Error Rate; dB decibels; msec milliseconds; PSK Phase Shift Keying; QAM Quadrature Amplitude Modulation; sec second; STANAG Standardization Agreement; < less than
Finding Met Not Met
Measured Value
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C-9
SUBTEST 9, LINK 11 DATA LINK OPERATIONS
C-9.1 Objective. To determine the extent of compliance with the requirements for Link 11 data link operations, (table B-1, reference number 14). C-9.2 Criteria. Link 11 data link operations, where employed, shall be as per STANAG 5511 and utilize Upper Sideband, Lower Sideband, or Independent Sideband modes. (STANAG 4203 annex C, paragraph 2) C-9.3 Test Procedures a. Test Equipment Required (1) (2) (3) Audio Generator Spectrum Analyzer Attenuator
Audio Generator
Audio
Unit Under Test
Attenuator
Spectrum Analyzer
Figure C-9.1. Equipment Configuration for Link 11 Data Link Operations Subtest
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Table C-9.1. Procedures for Link 11 Data Link Operations Subtest

Step 1 2 Action Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference number 14. Set up equipment. See figure C-9.1. Set up spectrum analyzer. Center Frequency: 8.000 MHz Span: 4 kHz RBW: 100 Hz VBW: 100 Hz Sweep Time: 2.0 seconds Reference Level: As required to prevent overload. Max Hold: On Set up audio generator. Channel 1: 1004 Hz Channel 2: 1004 Hz Level: Drive UUT to full rated PEP. Tune UUT. Frequency: 8.000 MHz Put UUT in USB mode and Record the power output and spectrum transmit a 1004 Hz tone from using the spectrum analyzer. channel one of the audio generator. Put UUT in LSB mode and Record the power output and spectrum transmit a 1004 Hz tone from using the spectrum analyzer. channel one of the audio generator. Put UUT in ISB mode and transmit Record the power output and spectrum two 1004 Hz tones from channels using the spectrum analyzer. one and two of the audio generator. Result
3 4 5
Legend: Hz hertz; ISB Independent Sideband; kHz kilohertz; LSB Lower Sideband; MHz megahertz; PEP Peak Envelope Power; RBW Resolution Band Width; USB Upper Sideband; UUT Unit Under Test; VBW Video Bandwidth
C-9.4 Presentation of Results. The results will be shown in table C-9.2 indicating the requirement and measured value or indications of capability. Table C-9.2. Link 11 Data Link Operations Subtest Results
Reference Number 14 STANAG 4203 Annex C Paragraph 2 Finding Requirement Link 11 data link operations, where employed, shall be as per STANAG 5511 and utilize USB, LSB, or ISB modes. Results Does UUT Utilize USB mode? Yes No Does UUT Utilize LSB mode? Yes No Does UUT Utilize ISB mode? Yes No Met Not Met
Legend: ISB Independent Sideband; LSB Lower Sideband; STANAG Standardization Agreement; USB Upper Sideband; UUT Unit Under Test
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SUBTEST 10, LOWER SIDEBAND
C-10.1 Objective. To determine the extent of compliance with the requirements for lower sideband operation, (table B-1, reference number 13). C-10.2 Criteria a. For analog voice, digital voice and in-band Radio Teletype (RATT)/data, the carrier shall be Single Sideband (SSB) suppressed-carrier modulated, with the carrier and Lower Sideband (LSB) suppressed to at least 40 dB below the PEP. (STANAG 4203 annex B, paragraph 8) b. For LSB operation or the LSB during Independent Sideband (ISB) operation the amplitude versus frequency response between (f0 300 Hz) and (f0 3050 Hz) shall be within 3 dB (total) where f0 is the carrier frequency. The attenuation shall be at least 20 dB from f0 to (f0 + 400 Hz), and at least 60 dB above (f0 + 400 Hz). Attenuation shall be at least 40 dB from (f0 3500 Hz) to (f0 4000 Hz) and at least 60 dB below (f0 4000 Hz). (STANAG 4203 annex C, paragraph 3) C-10.3 Test Procedures a. Test Equipment Required (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Spectrum Analyzer Audio Generator Watt Meter Radio Frequency Attenuator Modem
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Modem
Unit Under Test
Watt Meter
Audio Generator
Figure C-10.1. Equipment Configuration for Lower Sideband Subtest Table C-10.1. Procedures for Lower Sideband Subtest
Step 1 2 3 4 Action Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference numbers 8 and 13. Set up equipment. See figure C-10.1. Tune UUT. Frequency: 8.0000 MHz; Mode: LSB Modulate transmitter to full rated PEP Determine with measurement from watt using audio generator at 1004 Hz. meter. Set up spectrum analyzer. Set reference level on spectrum analyzer to 0 and turn Max Hold on. Center Frequency: 8.0000 MHz Span: 12 kHz (15 kHz for four channel radio) RBW: 30 Hz VBW: 30 Hz Sweep the audio generator from 300 Hz to 5000 Hz in 100 Hz steps. From spectrum analyzer display, verify Print spectrum analyzer display. that the amplitude of the signal from f0 - 300 Hz to f0 - 3050 Hz is within 3 dB (total). Check frequency response from f0 Verify that the attenuation is at least 40 dB. 3500 Hz to f0 - 4000 Hz. Check frequency response -4000 Hz Verify that the attenuation below f0 - 4000 Hz below the carrier. is at least 60 dB. Check frequency response from the Verify that the attenuation from f0 to f0 + 400 carrier to +400 Hz. Hz is at least 20 dB. Check frequency response +400 Hz Verify that the attenuation above f0 + 400 Hz above the carrier. is at least 60 dB. Place UUT in USB mode. Result
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Table C-10.1. Procedures for Lower Sideband Subtest (Continued)

Step 12 13 Action Transmit a 1000 Hz tone from the audio generator. In-band RATT/DATA: Program RF5710A modem for FSK operation at 600 bps. Connect the modem to UUT as shown in figure C-10.1. Replace modem with KY99A. Place UUT in USB mode. Set the center frequency to 8.000 MHz. Settings/Action Use spectrum analyzer to verify that the carrier and LSB are suppressed to at least 40 dB below the PEP. Transmit data and verify that the carrier and the LSB are suppressed to at least 40 dB below the PEP. Send digital voice at 2400 bps. Verify that the carrier and the LSB are suppressed to at least 40 dB below the PEP. Result
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Legend: bps bits per second; dB decibels; f0 Oscillator Frequency; Hz hertz; ISB Independent Sideband; kHz kilohertz; LSB Lower Sideband; MHz megahertz; PEP Peak Envelope Power; RATT Radio Teletype; RBW Resolution Bandwidth; USB Upper Sideband; UUT Unit Under Test; VBW Video Bandwidth
C-10.4 Presentation of Results. The results will be shown in table C-10.2 indicating the requirement and measured value or indications of capability. Table C-10.2. Lower Sideband Subtest Results
Reference Number 8 STANAG 4203 Paragraph Annex B Paragraph 8 Requirement For analog voice, digital voice, and inband RATT/data, the carrier shall be single sideband suppressed-carrier modulated, with the carrier and Lower Sideband suppressed to at least 40dB below the PEP. For LSB operation or the lower side band during ISB operation the amplitude versus frequency response between (f0 300 Hz) and (f0 3050 Hz) shall be within 3 dB (total) where f0 is the carrier frequency. The attenuation shall be at least 20 dB from f0 to (f0 + 400 Hz) and at least 60 dB above (f0 + 400 Hz). Attenuation shall be at least 40 dB from (f0 3500 Hz) to (f0 4000 Hz) and at least 60 dB below (f0 4000 Hz). Result Required Measured Value Value Carrier and LSB suppressed 40 dB Max Min 3 dB Max: Min: 20 dB attenuation 60 dB attenuation 40 dB attenuation 60 dB attenuation Finding Not Met Met
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Annex C Paragraph 3
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Annex C Paragraph 3 Annex C Paragraph 3 Annex C Paragraph 3 Annex C Paragraph 3
Legend: dB decibels; f0 Oscillator Frequency; Hz hertz; ISB Independent Sideband; LSB Lower Sideband; PEP Peak Envelope Power; RATT Radio Teletype; STANAG Standardization Agreement
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SUBTEST 11, AGC SSB/ISB OPERATION
C-11.1 Objective. To determine the extent of compliance with the requirements for Automatic Gain Control during SSB/ISB operation, (table B-1, reference number 15). C-11.2 Criteria. During ISB operation, the AGC shall be developed independently for the two sidebands as specified in STANAG 5511. The implementation shall be such that the sideband of greater magnitude controls the gain of the receiver RF stages. When in SSB mode, the receiver shall prevent any AGC voltage developed by the unused sideband from controlling the RF gain. (STANAG 4203 annex C, paragraph 4) C-11.3 Test Procedures a. Test Equipment Required (1) (2) Dual Channel Signal Generator Spectrum Analyzer
Signal Generator
(Dual Channel)
Unit Under Test
Channel 1 Audio
Spectrum Analyzer
Figure C-11.1. Equipment Configuration for Automatic Gain Control Single Sideband/Independent Sideband Operation Subtest
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Table C-11.1. Procedures for Automatic Gain Control Single Sideband/Independent Sideband Operation Subtest
Step 1 2 3 4 Action Settings/Action The following procedure is for reference number 15. Set up equipment. See figure C-11.1. Tune UUT. Frequency: 8.0000 MHz; Mode: USB Set up signal generator. Channel 1: 8.001 MHz, -120 dBm Channel 2: 7.999 MHz, -120 dBm Set up spectrum analyzer. Set reference level on spectrum analyzer to 0 dBm. Center Frequency: 2.5 kHz Span: 3 kHz RBW: 30 Hz VBW: 30 Hz Increase signal generator channel 1 output The AGC threshold is found by increasing level in 1 dB steps until the AGC threshold the level of the signal generator until the triggers. Record the RF output level of the audio output level of the receiver reaches signal generator at AGC threshold. steady state. View the audio signal level on the spectrum Record the level of the signal for reference. analyzer. Set the level of both channels of the signal Increase the RF level of channel 2 in 3 dB generator 10 dBm below the AGC threshold steps to 11 dBm above the AGC threshold. found in step 5. Verify that increasing the RF level of channel two does not change the audio signal level out of the receiver. Place UUT in ISB mode. Set the level of signal generator channel 1 Set the level of signal generator channel 2 20 dBm above the AGC threshold found in 10 dBm below the AGC threshold found in step 5. step 5. Increase the RF level of channel 2 in 3 dB steps to 11 dBm above the AGC threshold. Verify that increasing the RF level of channel two does not change the RF gain of the receiver. Results
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Legend: AGC Automatic Gain Control; dB decibels; dBm decibels referenced to one milliwatt; Hz hertz; ISB Independent Sideband; kHz kilohertz; MHz megahertz; RBW Resolution Bandwidth; RF Radio Frequency; USB Upper Sideband; UUT Unit Under Test; VBW Video Bandwidth
C-11.4 Presentation of Results. The results will be shown in table C-11.2 indicating the requirement and measured value or indications of capability.
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Table C-11.2. Automatic Gain Control Single Sideband/Independent Sideband Operation Subtest Results
Reference Number 15 STANAG 4203 Annex C Paragraph 4 Finding Requirement During ISB operation the AGC shall be developed independently for the two sidebands as specified in STANAG 5511. The implementation shall be such that the sideband of greater magnitude controls the gain of the receiver RF stages. When in SSB mode, the receiver shall prevent any AGC voltage developed by the unused side band from controlling the RF gain. Results During ISB operation, is the AGC developed independently for the two sidebands? Yes No Met Not Met
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When in SSB mode, does the receiver prevent any AGC voltage developed by the unused side band from controlling RF gain? Yes No
Legend: AGC Automatic Gain Control; ISB Independent Sideband; RF Radio Frequency; SSB Single Sideband; STANAG Standardization Agreement
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APPENDIX D REFERENCES MILITARY STANDARD (MIL-STD) D-1 MIL-STD-188-141B Interoperability and Performance Standards for Medium and High Frequency Radio Systems, dated 1 March 1999 NORTH AMERICAN TREATY ORGANIZATION STANDARDIZATION AGREEMENT (STANAG) D-2 STANAG 4203, Technical Standards for Single Channel HF Radio Equipment, dated 31 May 1988
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DEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY

JOINT INTEROPERABILITY TEST COMMAND FORT HUACHUCA, ARIZONA

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APPENDIX B STANAG 4203 REQUIREMENTS MATRIX

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Table B-1. STANAG 4203 Requirements Matrix

Table B-1. STANAG 4203 Requirements Matrix (continued)

Table B-1. STANAG 4203 Requirements Matrix (continued)

Table B-1. STANAG 4203 Requirements Matrix (continued)

Annex B Paragraph 11.

Annex B Paragraph 12.

Table B-1. STANAG 4203 Requirements Matrix (continued)

Annex C Paragraph 2. Annex C Paragraph 4.

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APPENDIX C STANAG 4203 TEST PROCEDURES

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SUBTEST 1, FREQUENCY RANGE, TUNING, AND ACCURACY

Signal Attenuator Generator

Unit Under Test

Unit Under Test

Figure C-1.2. Equipment Configuration for Measuring Transmitter Frequency Stability

Unit Under Test

Table C-1.2. Procedures for Frequency Stability of Transmitter

Table C-1.2. Procedures for Frequency Stability of Transmitter (continued)

Table C-1.2. Procedures for Frequency Stability of Transmitter (continued)

Table C-1.2. Procedures for Frequency Stability of Transmitter (continued)

Table C-1.3. Procedures for Frequency Stability of Receiver

Table C-1.3. Procedures for Frequency Stability of Receiver (continued)

Table C-1.3. Procedures for Frequency Stability of Receiver (continued)

Day 2: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Day 3: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Table C-1.3. Procedures for Frequency Stability of Receiver (continued)

Day 5: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Day 6: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Day 7: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Day 8: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Day 9: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Day 10: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Day 11: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Table C-1.3. Procedures for Frequency Stability of Receiver (continued)

Day 13: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Day 14: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Day 15: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Day 16: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Day 17: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Day 18: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Day 19: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Table C-1.3. Procedures for Frequency Stability of Receiver (continued)

Day 21: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Day 22: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Day 23: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Day 24: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Day 25: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Day 26: Repeat steps 18 through 30.

Day 27: Repeat steps 18 through 30.