MCRP 3-40.3A — Multi-service Tactics, Techniques, And Procedures For Tactical Radios

MCRP 3-40.3A governs the employment, configuration, and creation of voice and data tactical radio nets.

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  • Publication number: MCRP 3-40.3A
  • Title: MULTI-SERVICE TACTICS, TECHNIQUES, AND PROCEDURES FOR TACTICAL RADIOS
  • Date: 15 Dec 2015
  • Proponent: 03000 Operations & Readiness
  • Status: Current

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It covers network, spectrum, and COMSEC management; SATCOM-capable radios; ALE; SINCGARS; EPLRS; and HQ systems. It includes parameters, interoperability, net operations, testing, certification, and radio procedures.

Applies to: This publication applies to the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard.

Topics covered

  • Tactical radio nets
  • Network management
  • Spectrum management
  • COMSEC management
  • Automatic link establishment
  • SINCGARS
  • EPLRS
  • HQ systems

Questions and answers

What must be set the same across radios in an ALE network?

Creating a network in ALE requires a number of parameters be set the same across all radios in the network. (paragraph 2)

What date must the WOD segment in use match?

The segment in use always has a date that matches the current Zulu date.

Can MBITR versions 1 and 2 operate in SATCOM mode?

(MBITR versions 1 and 2 are not authorized to operate in SATCOM mode.)

What frequencies should never be used in an ALE network?

The following frequencies are reserved for specific purposes and should never be used in an automatic link establishment network. (paragraph 4)

What does JITC testing certify for HF radio systems and modems?

Testing is being conducted at JITC to certify interoperability of each HF radio system and/or modem with various vendors’ HF radio systems and/or modems in voice and data modes while operating through various combinations of communications security equipment. (paragraph 4)

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