HUGHES 9203 BGAN Patrol (MPT) Standard Bundle

The compact, lightweight Hughes 9203 BGAN communications-on-themove terminal enables dismounted soldiers to stay continuously connected to the situational awareness picture via the Battle Management System (BMS) for the first time.

The BGAN Patrol terminal connects to the satellite network without need for user pointing or intervention and integrates with existing communication systems and batteries. Users no longer need to pause and deploy a static COTP terminal to communicate – reducing vulnerability on the field.

BGAN Patrol provides beyond line of sight (BLOS) communications, extending line of sight (LOS) IP networks independently from any terrestrial networks. Users can connect at standard background IP of up to 100 kbps via ethernet or through the builtin multi-user Wi-Fi feature to support a group of local connections.

End user devices, such as Android Tactical devices, can be connected to the BGAN Patrol terminal to provide data to applications vital to gaining an operational advantage over adversaries in the field. Typical applications include: 

• Enablement of Battle Management System (BMS), such as TAK and SitaWare

• Bridging of Mobile Ad-hoc Network (MANET) and Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS) radio networks

• Blue Force Tracking (BFT) of allied forces on live maps

• Laser range finder data to provide an exact distance to long range targets for snipers, artillery, and air support

• Situational Awareness gathering and reception to maximize coordination

• Calling for Casualty Medical Evacuation (MedEvac)

FEATURES

Main Features 

• Rugged and durable IP65 rating 

• Comms-on-the-move (COTM) 

• Built-in Wi-Fi 

• Advanced integrated user interface (IUI) 

• Automatic Context Activation (ACA) 

• Extended L-band (XL-Band) enabled

Interfaces 

• Ethernet connection (RJ45) 

• 802.11b/g/n WLAN

Package Contents 

• BGAN Patrol Modem unit 

• BGAN Patrol External Antenna with TNC co-axial cable 

• Pole with mount for external antenna (2cm diameter for use with Molle straps)

• AC-DC power supply with US, UK, and EU power cables 

• Quick Start Guide 

• Internal lithium-ion battery

Optional Accessories 

• Soft carry bag 

• Hard transit case 

• BB-55/2590 12V battery cable (1m) 

• AN/PRC-148/MBITR battery cable (1m)

SPECIFICATION* * Product currently been designed and integrated by Hughes, specifications and performance are subject to the final design review, acceptance test, validation, and verification

ANTENNA TYPE Omni-directional. No pointing required

DIMENSIONS 

Antenna 153 mm x 100 mm Ø 

3-Section Pole 1000 mm x 20 mm Ø Goose-neck top section to allow antenna to be stowed quickly for entry to vehicles, etc

Terminal Weight 1.4 kg

FREQUENCY

Satellite TX Frequency 1626.5–1660.5 and 1668–1675 MHz

Satellite RX Frequency 1518–1559 MHz

GPS Frequency 1575.42 MHz GPS signal via external antenna

BATTERY LIFE (Rechargeable lithium-ion battery only, without external battery):

Continuous TX Time Up to 2 hours at 128 kbps

Continuous RX Time Up to 4 hours at 128 kbps

Standby Time Up to 36 hours

EXTERNAL POWER:

AC-DC power cable with US, UK, and EU power cables Optional BB-55/2590 12V battery cable (1m) Optional AN/PRC-148(MBITR) battery cable (1m)

Expected battery requirement for 3 days usage at typical 5% TX/5% RX duty cycle: - BB-2590 = 1 battery, - BB-5590 = 1 batteries, - AN/PRC-148(MBITR) = 3 batteries

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Operating Temperature -5˚ C to +55˚ C with battery, -25˚ C to +55˚ C excluding battery

Storage Temperature -25˚ C to +55˚ C with battery, -25˚ C to +80˚ C excluding battery

Water and Dust IP-65 Compliant

Humidity 95% RH at +40° C

Mechanical Vibration 200–2000 Hz, 0.3 m2/s3; MIL-STD 810G

CERTIFICATIONS CE, FCC, EU WEEE, RoHS 3

INTERFACES: • 1x RJ45 ethernet connector, • 802.11b/g/n WLAN, • SIM/USIM Slot, • DC barrel connector, • WebUI (feature rich, consistent with Hughes BGAN product line), • Compatible with the Hughes BGAN App for iOS and Android, • Internal User Interface (iUI) with LCD and buttons

ELEVATION RANGE 30° to 90°