I. Introduction.
1. Tie-in. This class is intended as an overview of the IEW Systems Connectivity, Corps and Below (CAB). You will use this information during the remainder of IBOS Practical Exercises (PEs), the Automated Exploitation Exercise (AXE) and in your future as MI officers.
2. Objective Statement: Identify IEW systems connectivity, net radio protocol (NRP), tasking/reporting and technical data links for all tactical IEW systems.
3. Safety Statement: The risk assessment code for this lesson is low IV.
Slide 2 (Purpose)
4. Purpose: To provide an overview of the IEW systems connectivity, NRP, tasking/reporting and technical data links Corps and Below.
5. Procedure: During this class I will review, in lecture style, the CAB IEW connectivity.
Slide 3 (At the end .....)
This class is not intended to make each and every one of you experts on the connectivity of all IEW systems CAB. It is provided as a baseline reference for your use at FT Hucahuca and at your future units.
At the end of this lecture/discussion period each of you should be able to:
-Depict the IEW systems connectivity.
-Determine which equipment can perform NRP.
-Depict tasking/reporting links.
-Show technical data flow on the battlefield.
-Answer questions as to which link is collateral and or Top Secret.
Slide 4 (NOTE all equip ....)
I want you to be aware that throughout IBOS we will be asking you to depict how sensors are able to communicate to each other on the battlefield.
Suffice it to say that all sensors equipped with compatible communications systems can and will be able to talk to one another. The question you need to ask yourself when depicting these connectivity charts is: "Do the sensors/operators have a need to talk to one another?" For example, does a PPS-5 team really need to talk to the TSQ-138 team?
Slide 5 (REMBASS)
The first piece of equipment we will discuss is REMBASS/IREMBASS. First I want to orient you to the chart. Each succeeding chart will be arranged in the exact same layout, same colors and same configurations so as not to lead to further confusion.
-The bar across the top will list:
--sensor name
--activity; i.e., collector, jammer, processor
--location; i.e., div, corps, ACR
-The box in the lower left indicates whether the link is V=voice or D=data.
-On succeeding charts there is a box in the lower right corner that indicates whether the link is tasking/reporting or technical data.
-UNLESS OTHERWISE INDICATED, ALL LINKS ARE TASKING/REPORTING (T/R)!
-The center of the chart is where we lay down the sensor inter (between like sensor) and intra (between sensors of various types) connectivity.
-Each chart will also show A GIVEN TASKING/REPORTING LINK. THIS IN NOT THE ONLY WAY OR THE SCHOOL WAY, BUT A WAY THAT EACH SENSOR CAN OR MAY BE TASKED.
REMBASS/IREMBASS sensor is normally employed by the REMBASS team. The individual sensors can relay data to the REMBASS team if they are within radio line of sight (LOS). If the sensors are not in RLOS then a repeater must be placed in between sensors and the REMBASS team.
REMBASS is normally kept under the control of the DS company. Therefore the REMBASS team will report its information via voice communications to the Analysis Control Team (ACT) of the DS MI Company. The ACT relays the data to the supported Bde or Bn S2 via voice transmission.
PRETTY SIMPLE!!! DOES EVERYONE GET THIS VERY SIMPLE CHART???
IF NOT ASK NOW AS THE CHARTS WILL CONTINUE TO GET DIFFICULT!!!!
REMBASS sections are equipped with an AN/VRC-88 SINCGARS radio for voice (FM) communications (Comms). The REMBASS set uses the AN/GSQ-187 to relay data.
For further information on this equipment see your IEW FIST SUPR TNB2DV or FM 34-10-2.
I started this class with the most simple T/R IEW system. From this point forward we will build on this foundation. The following IEW systems will not be covered in such explicit detail as the slides are pretty self explanatory.
IF AT ANY TIME YOU ARE CONFUSED OR DO NOT UNDERSTAND A TERM STOP ME! YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO DEVELOP THERE CONNECTIVITY LAYDOWNS THROUGHOUT IBOS AND ON ALL VERSIONS OF THE FINAL EXAM!
Slide 6 (AN/PPS-15) and Slide 7 (AN/PPS-5)
AN/PPS-15 and PPS-5, Ground Surveillance Radar. This equipment is normally attached to the maneuver Bde or Bn. The teams self-deploy and report via voice comms to the supported S2. Teams can communicate with each other in RLOS.
The system is equipped with a AN/VRC-88, vehicular, and AN/PRC-119 man portable.
The AN/PPS-5, GSR has the exact comms architecture as the AN/PPS-15.
Slide 8 (AN/PRD-12)
AN/PRD-12, Light Manportable Radio Direction Finding System, (LMRDFS) will be found in the C&J PLT of the GS MI company. The system provides DF and communications intercept. The PRD-12 can net via internal communications. Voice communications are provided via the PRC-119 man-portable radio.
The system is tasked by the C&J Plt. Technical data is provided from the SSC of the ACE directly to the system if within RLOS, if not within RLOS the Technical Data must be relayed via the C&J Plt.
The PRD-12 can net with the AN/TRQ 32. You can have up to four systems in the net at any given time. Systems are able to pass data via system internal communications and voice via VRC-119 and VRC-89A. This net is not Net Radio Protocol (NRP).
The PRD-12 systems are found as a subcomponent of the new AN/TRQ-32V2 and V3 systems.
Slide 9 (AN/TRQ-32)
The AN/TRQ-32V2 is the standard communications intercept and DF system found in most divisions. The system (3 each) is found in the Voice Collection Team of the C&J Plt of the GS Company.
The system is tasked by the C&J Plt and technical data is provided by the SSC of the ACE. Technical data is directly sent to the sensor if within RLOS or relayed via the TIGER.
The TRQ-32 can conduct NRP with the AN/TSQ-138 and the CCS of the ACE via the ARC-164 and KG-84 communications system. The two systems interrogate each others data bases and queue one another to find the target for intercept and DF while the CCS act's as the net control station (NCS).
The TRQ-32 can communicate to the CCS or CAMPS of the ACE if it is within RLOS or via the Tiger terminal if outside RLOS.
Slide 10 (AN/TLQ-17A (V3))
The AN/TLQ-17A (V3) is the standard divisional communications jammer. The system, (3 each), is found in the C&J Plt of the GS company. It is tasked and reports directly back to the C&J Plt. Technical data is provided by the SSC of the ACE.
The TLQ-17 has no internal data processing capability. By providing the team a PSC-2 it has the capability to receive and store data transmissions with its SINCGARS radios. Voice communications are conducted via the VRC-90A.
Slide 11 (AN/TSQ-138)
The AN/TSQ-138 is found in the heavy division EW PLT of the GS MI Company. There are five systems in a set. The TSQ-138 establishes a GS COMINT baseline throughout the divisional sector.
The system conducts NRP with the TRQ-32 and CCS of the ACE via the ARC-164 and KG-84 communications system. It can also pass data to the QUICKFIX II B via the ARC-164 and KG-45. The data link between the TSQ-138 and QUICKFIX is just that, data only.
The NRP and data transmission between these three systems can be used to extend the divisional GS baseline throughout the divisional AO.
The TSQ-138 can communicate via voice communications to the PRD-12 teams operating within RLOS.
The EW Plt is tasked by the Company HQs. Technical Data is received directly from the SSC of the ACE or relayed by the TIGER if not within RLOS.
Slide 12 (AN/ALQ-151)
The AN/ALQ-151 is organic to the Aviation Bde of the Division or ACR. During operations the A/C are OPCON to the MI Bn. The system provides COMINT collection, DF, and EA. There are three A/C in a set.
The A/C communicates directly with the TS Q-138 and the CCS of the ACE. It cannot communicate via the TIGER.
A/C receive technical data directly from the SSC of the ACE.
All information collected can be relayed via the TSQ-138 and subsequently through TIGER; PRD-12; or TRQ-32 if necessary.
Slide 13 (LRS)
The Long Range Surveillance (LRS) teams are found at corps and in the light/abn/aaslt divisions. The teams are composed of six men.
The teams are tasked by the G2 (G3). Once given a mission the teams are placed in isolation. Teams NEVER communicate with each other during mission operations. Teams report via digital data burst or TACSAT communications to their base station. The base station reports the information directly to the G2 or ACE. The LRS company has voice communications with the MI Bn, ACE, and base stations.
Slide 14 (TIGER)
The TIGER is a UHF communications repeater. The TIGER is a 386 laptop computer equipped with an ARC-164 radio and KG-84 COMSEC device. The system is used primarily with the TRQ-32 and TSQ-138 to extend communications ranges of these systems.
The TIGER is an integral part of the C&J and EW Plt TOCs as well as one per ACT of the DS company. If necessary the system will be displaced forward of the PLT site to extend the GS COMINT baseline and to act as a relay for the CCS or CAMPS of the ACE.
Slide 15 (ASAS CCS)
The Communications Control Set (CCS) of the ACE is the primary external communications path for the ACE. There are two CCSs per ACE at the division and corps. This system will be replaced by the CAMPS system.
The CCS is capable of communicating with the following systems and protocols: UGC-144; AN/TYQ-39A; AUTODIN; AN/TSC-116; TSQ-130 (TCAC); EPDS; ETUT; J-STARS GSM; AN/PSC-2; DISNET I & III; DSVT; KY-68; TIGER; TACSIM; ASAS/CCS OR CAMPS; NRP (IEW SENSORS); MANUAL INTERFACES; STU-III.
The system is manned by 98Cs who have attended an ASI producing course at FT Huachuca.
Slide 16 (Trojan Spirit II)
The TS-II is a corps and division level communications interface. This system allows the user to interface to national level communications ports such as DISNET I/III; Trojan Classic network; Trojan Switch; Columbia TDRSS; INMARSAT commercial net; CTT H/R; and MSE the tactical network.
The system is found at the corps and division ACE. This system in conjunction with the CCS enables the ACE to have active communications ports to all echelons and units currently using one of the interfaces.
Slide 17 (MITT)
The Mobile Integrated Tactical Terminal (MITT) is the divisional ELINT/IMINT processor. This TENCAP system is able to communicate to all echelons via KY-68; SUCCESS radio to EPDS/ETUT/THMT/; VRC-90; and receive imagery via the NITF software. The MITT is collocated with the division ACE. The SSC is the primary consumer of the information.
Slide 18 (FAST-I)
The FAST or FAST-I is a SIGINT/IMINT processor. The system is deployed at division, corps, and EAC. The system uses the same protocols and external communications paths as the MITT except that it can be cabled to a STU-III and continue to operate.
The FAST-I is normally collocated at the ACE and used by the IMINT analysts of the SSC.
Slide 19 (GRCS)
Guardrail Common Sensor (GRCS) is the corps fixed-wing SIGINT collection and DF A/C. It is organic to the AE Bn of the Corps MI Bde. The A/C via internal Integrated UHF Data Links (IDLs) can communicate with other GRCS, IPF and CTTs while in flight.
Units equipped with the Commanders Tactical Terminal (CTT/H-R) or Joint TT (JTT) are able to receive broadcast intelligence reports from the IPF A/C.
All tasking/reporting of the A/C is conducted by the IPF. The IPF receives its taskings from the Corps Collection Manager.
The IPF is the processing facility for the data acquired by the A/C sensors. The IPF produces intelligence reports and provides them to the SSC of the ACE.
Slide 20 (IPF)
The IPF, discussed above, is able to pass information/data via the IDL to the A/C while in flight; data via the CTT-H/R; and to the CCS of the ACE.
Slide 21 (EPDS)
EPDS is a corps and EAC asset. This system is the primary ELINT processor of the Corps. This TENCAP system is able to communicate to multiple theater and national level sensors via its AUTODIN link. The EPDS can communicate to the FAST or MITT via SUCCESS or KY-68. The system is normally collocated at the corps ACE and passes data to the SSC via the CCS or CAMPS.
Slide 22 (ETUT)
ETUT is a corps and EAC asset. This system is the primary SIGINT processor and Secondary IMINT processor of the Corps. This TENCAP system is able to communicate to multiple theater and national level sensors via its AUTODIN link. The ETUT can communicate to the FAST or MITT via SUCCESS or KY-68. The system is normally collocated at the corps ACE and passes data to the SSC via the CCS or CAMPS.
Slide 23 (MIES)
MIES is a corps and EAC imagery asset. This TENCAP system is able to communicate to multiple theater and national level sensors via its AUTODIN link. The MIES can communicate to the FAST or MITT via SUCCESS or KY-68. The system is normally collocated at the corps ACE and passes data to the SSC via the CCS or CAMPS.
Slide 24 (GSM/CGS)
The GSM or CGS is a corps and division level asset. The system is the ground downlink for the JSTARS and UAV A/C. The system is normally collocated at the corps or division ACE. Information received via the CGS/GSM is used by the SSC of the ACE.
The system receives both MTI, SAR, and video from the A/C. This information is then processed by the SSC of the ACE and placed within the all source database.
Slide 25 (Note with the .....)
This class is not intended to make you a connectivity expert but to give you an overview of those systems currently fielded in the Tactical Army.
With the current reorganization of MI units this information is a s current as possible.
FM 34-40 the document which governs this type of data will be rewritten in FY 96.
Slide 26 (Conclusion)
III. Conclusion. This class is an overview to give you general knowledge of our systems connectivity. With your handouts and the information provided you will be able to regenerate these and other connectivity charts.
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