ATP 6-02.54 — Techniques For Satellite Communications
ATP 6-02.54 governs Army satellite communications planning, architecture, capabilities, and support across strategic to tactical echelons.
- Publication number: ATP 6-02.54
- Title: TECHNIQUES FOR SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS
- Date: 11/05/2020
- Proponent: T2COM
- Status: ACTIVE
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It presents non-prescriptive techniques for satellite communications and addresses wideband, narrowband, protected, and commercial capabilities. It covers roles, requirements, architecture, mission planning, ground-segment equipment, waveforms, and tailored signal units.
Applies to: ATP 6-02.54 applies to the Active Army, Army National Guard/Army National Guard of the United States, and United States Army Reserve unless otherwise stated.
Topics covered
- Satellite communications fundamentals
- Satellite communications architecture
- Satellite communications mission planning
- Narrowband satellite communications
- Wideband satellite communications
- Protected satellite communications
- Commercial satellite communications
- Warfighter Information Network-Tactical planning
Questions and answers
What frequency range does SATCOM use?
SATCOM uses the frequency range of 3 megahertz (MHz) to 300 gigahertz (GHz). (paragraph 1-14)
What must Army units do before moving with MUOS-capable radios?
Army units preparing for deployment should coordinate host-nation approval for MUOS-capable radios before movement. (paragraph 1-47)
What control is required for all satellite communications access?
All satellite communications access must be under positive control, access will be denied/terminated to links that lack positive control. (paragraph 4-83)
What authorization does a WIN-T SATCOM assemblage need before a satellite access request?
Each WIN-T SATCOM assemblage requires an authorization to operate from the designated approval authority before submitting a satellite access request or Army service request. (paragraph 4-82)
What does the WSOC continuously monitor?
The WSOC continuously monitors the operational condition and status of satellites. (paragraph 1-29)