
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
HF TRANSCEIVER
FREQUENCY RANGE
Tx
Rx
POWER OUTPUT
CHANNELS
CONTACTS
HF NETWORKS
LANGUAGE SUPPORT
WAVEFORMS
ENCRYPTION
RFU
SIZE
Handset
RFU
WEIGHT
Handset
TEMPERATURE RANGE
VOLTAGE RANGE
Tx
CURRENT DRAW
Rx
PROTECTION
ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARDS
PRODUCT TYPE NUMBERS
1.6 to 30MHz
250KHz to 30MHz
150W PEP
1000
Up to 500 entries
Up to 20 networks (simultaneously scanning)
English, Arabic, Dari, Pashto, Chinese, French, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
Digital Voice (MELPe/TWELP)
Selcall
FED-STD-1045; JITC Certified MIL-STD-188-141B; STANAG 4538 3G ALE
MIL-STD-188-110A/B (STANAG 4539) data
ECCM
CES-128, AES-256
190 x 222 x 67 mm (D x W x H)
67 x 73 x 210 mm (D x W x H)
2.82kg
0.28kg (no cable)
Operational at –30 to +60°C; 95% RH maximum, non-condensing
10 to 35 V DC
14A
650mA
Over Voltage, Under Voltage, Over Temperature, Reverse Polarity
MIL-STD-810G (Immersion, Shock, Drop, Vibration, Humidity, Blowing Dust, Salt Fog, Fungus,
Contamination, Altitude)
RF Unit: 2310, Smart Handset: 2320
our process
Solving challenging requirements is what we do best
ASSESS
Our technical consultants will conduct a detailed on-the-ground
assessment of:
• Human needs
• Operational environment
DESIGN
Our field service team will then design a custom solution for those
challenges, using the right hardware and software from Codan or one
of our technology partners.
DEPLOY
Our specialist logistics team gets the hardware and the resources to
wherever you are, getting your system up and running fast.
• Opportunities and challenges
• Cultural context
• Scenario planning
SENTRY-H 6120-BM
CONFIGURATIONS
Versatile design for mobile and base systems
Codan’s Sentry-H 6120-BM base configuration delivers reliable and powerful communications over vast distances
with power outputs from 150 to 1000 W. The ruggedised RF unit’s versatile design makes installation into permanent
and temporary bases simple, and it operates from wide ranging DC and AC power sources. The range of control
options for the 6120-BM includes a robust hand-held and indoor desk console.
When space is limited, the 6120-BM’s compact and highly integrated unit together with the robust handset makes
mobile installation easy. It is engineered to provide 150 W of power, eliminating the need for an external power
amplifier while ensuring that you get the best and most reliable communications.
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CONTACT US
TRAIN
We’ll train operators and communications staff on how to use the
system – which will be a short process, thanks to our easy-to-use
interfaces and interoperability.
SUPPORT
We’re available to be deployed within 24 hours for any support
required. And we’re always on hand for any advice you require.
codancomms.com/6120-BM
sales@codancomms.com
Australia: +61 8 8305 0528
Canada: +1 250 382 8268
US: +1 571 919 6432
UAE: +971 44 53 72 01
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YOUR CODAN 6120-BM SOLUTION
CHALLENGING REQUIREMENTS?
NO PROBLEM
The Sentry-H 6120-BM is the most robust and affordable high-power radio we have
ever built for voice and data communications, delivered in a small form-factor. It has
an advanced SDR architecture, meaning you can upgrade any time in the future to
ensure sustainability in ever-changing, challenging conditions.
CRADLE MOUNT
A low profile, quick fit/
release mounting cradle
designed and tested to
meet MIL standards.
Supports the transceiver
and power supply, and is
fully compatible with off
the shelf RAM mounting
accessories.
DATA
EMAIL/FILE
Codan offers various
solutions for email and
file transfer for both
HF and web based
communications.
SHOCK MOUNT
Provides additional
protection for the
transceiver or power
supply when installed
in high vibration
environments as often
found in mechanised and
vehicular deployments.
CH AT
Codan’s chat software
enables users within a
HF, or external network to
communicate via chat.
GATE WAYSMOUNTING
3033 TI
Codan’s Telephone
Interconnect equipment
can link into the
telephone system
enabling you to make or
receive telephone calls
on your HF transceiver.
SMS
Send and receive SMS
messages on your HF
radio to/from any cellular
phone.
3031 XPATCH
Codan’s 3031
Crosspatch enables
you to use a VHF/UHF
radio and a 6120-BM
Transceiver to extend
a HF and VHF/UHF
network.
3020 POWER SUPPLY
Used to power your
transceiver system from
universal AC mains, with
comprehensive protection
against unstable power
sources.
3061 500W
A reliable and affordable
500W high power solution
for voice and data
communication.
BATTERY BACKUP
12V deep cycle battery
capable of supplying the
6120-BM transceiver and
antenna.
HIGH POWER AMPLIFIERS
3062 1KW
A reliable and affordable
1KW high power solution
for voice and data
communication.
POWER SOLUTIONS
SOLAR
Solar charging solutions
are available to maintain
a supply battery for the
Envoy HF radio and
antennas.
3240 1KW
An automatic antenna
tuner developed to
interface directly with
Codan’s 3061 and 3062
HF power amplifiers.
ROBUST
With 60 years of experience in the field,
Codan’s 6120-BM radio is built with
ruggedness and reliability as a focus.
It has been tested to a broad range
of stringent environmental standards
including MIL-STD-810G – to get the job
done no matter where you operate.
EXCEPTIONAL DIGITAL AND
ANALOGUE VOICE CLARITY
Codan’s Digital Voice technology provides
significantly reduced hiss, crackle, pops,
and multipath effects typical of HF,
enabling voice quality similar to modern
cellular phones.
INTELLIGENT PERFORMANCE
Codan 6120-BM’s internal SDR
architecture comprises the latestgeneration high-performance Digital Signal
Processor (DSP), Field Programmable
Gate Array (FPGA), and system on chip
(SoC) technology devices. It provides
exceptional performance, and future
upgradability via its IP / Ethernet / USB
connectivity.
SECURE COMMUNICATION
The 6120-BM ensures your information
and team remains safe and secure
through use of AES-256 bit encryption
applied to data transfers, digital voice and
3G ALE. An option for internal frequency
hopping is provided to prevent third party
interference and monitoring and keep your
intel safe.
INTUITIVE OPERATION
Codan knows that when lives are on the
line, operation of the radio must be second
nature. The 6120-BM provides an intuitive
user interface that can be switched into
various languages for fast and instinctive
control.
INTEGRATED
Competing manpack-based tactical
solutions require heavy components
interconnected by large, unreliable, and
difficult-to-install cabling. The 6120-BM
eliminates this hassle and combines all
key functions into a single compact unit.
REMOTE
XTEND
The Codan XTEND app
allows you to operate
your 6120-BM HF radio
via your smartphone
or tablet. Using the
widespread familiarity
of smartphone devices,
XTEND provides an
exceptionally easy-to-use
alternative to a dedicated
radio control point.
VIRTUAL
CONTROL POINT
Control the 6120-BM
radio through a PC
via the Virtual Control
Point, a digital replica
of a Sentry-H handset
that emulates similar
functionality.
WARRANTY AND WORLDWIDE SUPPORT
Codan products are backed by an extensive distribution and support
network, and include a three year extendable warranty.
INTERNET PROTOCOL
Control and communicate
through your 6120-BM
transceiver using remote
solutions through the
internet, even if the
transceiver is on the other
side of the world.
BROADBAND
Full size base station
antennas designed to
suit a wide range of
HF communications
requirements and
installation scenarios.
ASSET MANAGEMENT AND TRACKING
RTS
Codan’s Remote Tracking
Software provides an
effective means to locate,
track and manage remote
assets with no on-going
subscription fees.
CONVOY
Codan Convoy complete
communication solution is
the only communications
platform that integrates
HF radio, satellite and
cellular communications
services into the one
system.
TUNED
A range of tuned antenna
solutions that are suitable
for installations with
limited space.
MOBILE
Antennas designed for
a wide range of vehicle
types and applications.
ANTENNAS & MASTS
MASTS
Designed for tactical use
where rapid deployment
and ease of transportation
is important.