Comtech EF Data MTSMUV2MT2011 Users Manual

MTS Movement Tracking System

User Manual

Contract No. DAAB15-99-D-0014

Revision: 1.9.1a Date: March 30, 2004

MTS Messenger V5.12

TracerLink V2.0.11

Contract No. DAAB15-99-D-0014 MTS Users Manual Revision: 1.9.1a

Version Author Date Comments

1.0 David Berger 08-31-1999 Initial Draft

1.1 Steve Line / Joe Gentile

1.2 Frank DeParis 01-31-2000 Configuration Installation Updates

1.3 Frank DeParis / Steve Line

1.4 Frank DeParis 03-20-2000 A-Kit Installation procedures & diagram updates

1.5 Frank DeParis 03-23-2000 Changes per User Manual Training Scenarios Meeting

1.5.1 Frank DeParis 03-24-2000 Fixed Version Header Date

1.6 Frank DeParis 03-30-2000 Changes per User Manual Verification at Ft. Hood

1.7 Frank DeParis 04-10-2000  Warnings Notes

1.8 Sandra Brown Frank DeParis

1.8.1 Frank DeParis 09-30-2000 Changes per User Manual review at Ft. Hood:

1.9 Sebastian Morana

1.9 Richard Harer 08-13-2001 Changes per User Manual review by CASCOM and Ft. Hood

1.9.1 Richard Harer 10-01-2001 Changes per User Manual review by CASCOM and Ft. Hood

1.9.1a Dan Williamson 03-30-2004 Software Changes

11-17-1999 Software Changes

 MTS Messenger v. 1.27  TracerLink 1.5

02-29-2000 Software Changes

 MTS Messenger v. 1.32  TracerLink 2.0.2

Battery Pack Installation TracerLink documentation enhancements

 Safety Section  COM Port Correction  Build Group  PLGR & Printer Views  Index  Readability Test

Fixed Index (V1, V2 problem)

 3D View of CS Laptop (Figure 3-3)  New Figure 7-1 screen capture  New Vehicle pictures (appendix)  Upgrade Index  Save Message Log Procedures (Windows Explorer instructions)  Delete Message Log Procedures  COM Port correction (5.2.1)  Remove Readability Statistics  NIMA CADRG load and view procedures  Required Tools Section  Transit Case Opening Procedures  MTS Messenger Debug log  Opening Server Vehicle Kit (7.6)

 Expanded Index

09-20-2000 Software Changes

• MTS Messenger v. 1.5x

• TracerLink 2.0.8

• Removed references to transceiver battery pack

• Add Print List capability to MTS Messenger  Add Group Window

• Security Warning Figure 4-2

• Added FAQs

08-13-2001 Software Changes

• MTS Messenger v. 2.0.6

• Tracerlink v. 2.0.11

• Removed chapter (s) pertaining to SatChat v 1.09 and V-1 of MTS

• Updated figures to reflect upgraded software.

• Added PLGR safety warning

• Updated to TOC, TOF, Index

• Edited Chapter 6 TOC Numbering

• Updated Figures to reflect current changes

• MTS Messenger v 5.12

• Edited text

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Throughout this manual there are: WARNINGS, CAUTIONS and NOTES.

A WARNING

is a procedure which, if not followed,

may result in personal injury or death.

A CAUTION

is a procedure which, if not followed,

may result in hardware or software damage or failure.

A NOTE

provides the operator with additional information which provides simplification to a step or an entire procedure.

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK CAN RESULT IF EQUIPMENT IS OPERATED WITHOUT PROPER

GROUND.

DO NOT PLACE EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY ON WET GROUND, SNOW, OR ICE FOR

OPERATIONS.

EQUIPMENT USES POWER LINE VOLTAGE. SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH MAY OCCUR

ON CONTACT. OBSERVE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN CONTACTING POWER

CABLES OR PERFORMING MAINTENANCE.

BEFORE CONNECTING THE EQUIPMENT TO A POWER SOURCE, ENSURE ALL POWER

SWITCHES ARE IN THE OFF POSITION.

IF USING EXTENSION CORDS, ONLY USE APPROVED, HEAVY DUTY CORDS.

THE PLGR WILL USE AN EXTERNAL POWER SOURCE. THE BA-5800 BATTERY WILL

NOT BE USED. IMPROPER USE OF THE INTERNAL BATTERY IN CONJUNCTION WITH

EXTERNAL POWER CAN RESULT IN AN EXPLOSION OF THE PLGR.

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IMPORTANT All safety precautions should be read and understood prior to deploying the

MOVEMENT TRACKING SYSTEM with MT2011 or MT2010.

WARNING FCC Information for Unintentional Radiator Portions as per FCC 15.19,

15.21, and 15.105.

“This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class

A digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Those limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.”

WARNING Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Comtech Mobile

Datacom (CMDC) could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

WARNING FCC RF EXPOSURE INFORMATION

To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements for mobile transmitting devices, a

separation distance of 40 centimeters (16 inches) or more should be maintained between the antenna of this device and persons during device operation. To ensure compliance, operation at closer than this distance is not recommended.

WARNING FCC FREQUENCY COORDINATION AS PER FCC 25.203©, 25.251

and 101.103

To satisfy FCC frequency coordination requirements, the user must ensure that they co-ordinate proposed frequency and power usage with other terrestrial and satellite users prior to transmission.

WARNING MICROWAVE RADIATION: HAZARDS CAUSED BY

ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS

When in operation, i.e. “power on”, the area immediately around the MT2011 or MT2010 antenna must be considered an Area of Restricted Occupancy.

Limit human exposure time to the area when the Movement Tracking System with MT2011 or MT2010 is in operation.

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SAFETY STEPS TO FOLLOW IF SOMEONE IS THE

VICTIM OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK

1. DO NOT TRY TO PULL OR GRAB THE INDIVIDUAL.

2. IF POSSIBLE, TURN OFF THE ELECTRICAL POWER.

3. IF YOU CANNOT TURN OFF THE ELECTRICAL POWER, PULL, PUSH OR LIFT

THE PERSON TO SAFETY USING A DRY WOODEN POLE, OR DRY ROPE OR SOME OTHER INSULATED MATERIAL.

4. SEND FOR HELP AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

5. AFTER THE INJURED PERSON IS FREE OF CONTACT WITH THE SOURCE OF

ELECTRICAL SHOCK, MOVE THE PERSON A SHORT DISTANCE AWAY AND IMMEDIATELY RENDER FIRST AID, AS APPLICABLE.

WARNING

IF NBC EXPOSURE IS SUSPECTED,

ALL AIR FILTER MEDIA WILL BE HANDLED BY PERSONNEL WEARING FULL NBC PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT.

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Table of Contents

1. SAFETY ............................................................................................................................................................... 1-1

1.1 GENERAL INSTALLATION INFORMATION ......................................................................................................... 1-1

1.2 HEALTH HAZARDS........................................................................................................................................... 1-1

1.2.1 Driving Operation................................................................................................................................... 1-1

1.2.2 Bumping Injuries..................................................................................................................................... 1-2

1.2.3 Repetitive Stress Injuries......................................................................................................................... 1-2

1.2.4 Electric Shock Injuries ............................................................................................................................ 1-2

1.2.5 Procedures for Treating Victims of Electrical Shock:............................................................................. 1-3

1.2.6 Radio Frequency Energy......................................................................................................................... 1-3

2. CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS.......................................................................................................................... 2-1

2.1 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................ 2-1

2.1.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................................. 2-1

2.1.2 Message Routing Architecture ................................................................................................................ 2-1

2.1.3 User Systems ........................................................................................................................................... 2-3

2.2 ABOUT THIS MANUAL ..................................................................................................................................... 2-3

3. INSTALLATION AND SETUP ......................................................................................................................... 3-1

3.1 OPENING A TRANSIT CASE............................................................................................................................... 3-1

3.2 INSTALLING THE CONTROL STATION CONFIGURATION.................................................................................... 3-2

3.2.1 Equipment list ......................................................................................................................................... 3-2

3.2.2 Control Station (CS) Component Installation (See Figure 3-3)..............................................................3-4

3.2.2.1 CS Transceiver (MT 2011) installation.............................................................................................................. 3-4

3.2.2.2 CS Laptop installation........................................................................................................................................ 3-4

3.2.2.3 CS Printer installation ........................................................................................................................................ 3-4

3.2.2.4 CS PLGR installation......................................................................................................................................... 3-5

3.3 INSTALLING THE V2 CONFIGURATION ............................................................................................................. 3-6

3.3.1 Equipment list ......................................................................................................................................... 3-6

3.3.2 V2 Component Installation ..................................................................................................................... 3-8

3.3.2.1 V2 Transceiver (MT 2010/MT 2011) installation.............................................................................................. 3-8

3.3.2.2 V2 Ruggedized computer installation to the A-Kit ............................................................................................ 3-8

3.3.2.3 V2 PLGR installation......................................................................................................................................... 3-8

4. POWER ON/POWER OFF PROCEDURES.................................................................................................... 4-1

4.1 CONTROL STATION POWER ON/POWER OFF PROCEDURES .............................................................................. 4-1

4.1.1 Understanding the Control Station Configuration’s Power Source........................................................ 4-1

4.1.2 Control Station Laptop Power On .......................................................................................................... 4-1

4.1.3 Control Station Printer – Power On ....................................................................................................... 4-2

4.1.4 Control Station Laptop Power Off .......................................................................................................... 4-2

4.1.5 Control Station Printer – Power Off....................................................................................................... 4-3

4.2 V2 CONFIGURATION POWER ON/POWER OFF PROCEDURES............................................................................ 4-4

4.2.1 Understanding the V2 Configuration’s Power Source............................................................................ 4-4

4.2.2 V2 Control Box – Power On ................................................................................................................... 4-4

4.2.3 V2 Ruggedized Computer – Power On.................................................................................................... 4-4

4.2.4 V2 Power Off........................................................................................................................................... 4-5

4.3 POWER ON AND CONFIGURATION OF THE AN/PSN-V1 PLGR ........................................................................ 4-6

4.3.1 Power off the AN/PSN-V1 PLGR ............................................................................................................ 4-6

5. MTS MESSENGER (V2, CONTROL STATION)........................................................................................... 5-1

5.1 STARTING MTS MESSENGER........................................................................................................................... 5-1

5.1.1 Display Screen (Command Reference).................................................................................................... 5-3

5.1.2 Display Screen – Status Blocks ............................................................................................................... 5-3

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5.2 NETWORK REGISTRATION ............................................................................................................................... 5-4

5.3 THE READ MESSAGES MENU........................................................................................................................... 5-4

5.3.1 Reading Received Messages.................................................................................................................... 5-5

5.3.2 Reviewing a Sent Message ...................................................................................................................... 5-6

5.4 THE SEND MESSAGES MENU ........................................................................................................................... 5-7

5.4.1 Sending a message to an Individual Unit (CS or Mobile)....................................................................... 5-7

5.4.2 Send a Message to All Members of the Control Group........................................................................... 5-9

5.4.3 Sending Messages Outside of Group .................................................................................................... 5-10

5.4.4 Sending messages to the Contractor Hub ............................................................................................. 5-11

5.4.5 Sending a Message to an Offline Unit................................................................................................... 5-11

5.5 THE OPTIONS MENU .......................................................................................................................................5-12

5.5.1 Options  Lat-Long Display................................................................................................................ 5-12

5.5.2 Options  Set GPS Rate....................................................................................................................... 5-14

5.5.3 Options  Print Message Log..............................................................................................................5-14

5.5.4 Options  Review Groups.................................................................................................................... 5-15

5.5.5 Options  Change Bumper Number .................................................................................................... 5-15

5.5.6 Options  Clear All Information ......................................................................................................... 5-16

6. TRACERLINK MAPPING, VERSION 2.0.11 (CONTROL STATION AND V2) ....................................... 6-1

6.1 STARTING TRACERLINK .................................................................................................................................. 6-2

6.2 THE WINDOWS ................................................................................................................................................ 6-2

6.3 THE MAPS ....................................................................................................................................................... 6-4

6.4 SYMBOLS......................................................................................................................................................... 6-4

6.5 RIGHT CLICK POP UP MENU............................................................................................................................ 6-5

6.5.1 Select NIMA Raster Kit ........................................................................................................................... 6-5

6.5.2 Select Vehicle .......................................................................................................................................... 6-5

6.5.3 Zooming the Map .................................................................................................................................... 6-6

6.5.4 Change Center ........................................................................................................................................ 6-6

6.5.5 Pan a Map (Move) .................................................................................................................................. 6-6

6.5.6 Measure Distances on Map..................................................................................................................... 6-6

6.5.7 Reset Map to Initial View........................................................................................................................ 6-7

6.5.8 Configure Map Window.......................................................................................................................... 6-7

6.5.9 Units – Changing Units of Measure........................................................................................................ 6-7

6.5.10 Add Kit .................................................................................................................................................. 6-7

6.5.11 Save TracerLink Window Configuration............................................................................................... 6-8

6.6 SERVER VEHICLE KIT CONTROL WINDOW ...................................................................................................... 6-8

6.6.1 Autotrack............................................................................................................................................... 6-11

6.6.2 Trace ..................................................................................................................................................... 6-12

6.6.3 Hiding and Showing an Individual Vehicle’s Name.............................................................................. 6-13

6.6.4 Hiding and Showing Entire Control Groups......................................................................................... 6-14

6.6.5 Displaying and Hiding Individual Vehicles .......................................................................................... 6-15

6.6.6 Displaying and Hiding Name Labels for an Entire Control Group ...................................................... 6-16

6.6.7 Displaying and Hiding Report Time Labels for an Individual Vehicle ................................................. 6-17

6.6.8 Displaying and Hiding Report Time Labels for an Entire Control Group............................................ 6-18

6.6.9 Center on Vehicle.................................................................................................................................. 6-19

6.7 NIMA CADRG MAPS ...................................................................................................................................6-20

6.7.1 Viewing CADRG Maps from a Compact Disk ...................................................................................... 6-20

6.7.2 Loading NIMA CADRG Maps to the Computer’s Hard Drive.............................................................. 6-24

6.7.3 Viewing CADRG Maps Directly from the Hard Drive.......................................................................... 6-26

6.8 CONFIGURING TRACERLINK TO SHOW SPECIFIC NIMA MAPS.......................................................................6-26

7. CONTROL STATION FUNCTIONS................................................................................................................ 7-1

7.1 THE CONTROL STATION MENU........................................................................................................................ 7-1

7.1.1 Control Station  Add New Group ........................................................................................................ 7-1

7.1.2 Control Station  Modify Group ........................................................................................................... 7-6

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7.1.3 Control Station  Delete Group .......................................................................................................... 7-10

7.1.4 Control Station  Promote Mobile to CS ............................................................................................ 7-13

7.1.5 Control Station  Demote CS to Mobile.............................................................................................. 7-14

7.1.6 Control Station  Release Bumper Number ........................................................................................ 7-16

7.2 THE HELP MENU ............................................................................................................................................7-18

7.2.1 Help  About this program.................................................................................................................. 7-18

7.2.2 Help, Other menu options. .................................................................................................................... 7-18

8. TROUBLESHOOTING...................................................................................................................................... 8-1

8.1 CONTROL STATION .......................................................................................................................................... 8-1

8.1.1 Can’t logon to windows .......................................................................................................................... 8-1

8.2 CONTROL STATION AND V2............................................................................................................................. 8-1

8.2.1 Error message when starting MTS Messenger........................................................................................ 8-1

8.3 CALL SUPPORT ................................................................................................................................................ 8-2

9. SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR TASKS............................................................................................................. 9-1

9.1 USING MTS MESSENGER HELP ....................................................................................................................... 9-1

9.1.1 Debug Log............................................................................................................................................... 9-1

9.2 LEDS (LIGHT EMITTING DIODES).................................................................................................................... 9-3

9.2.1 No LED Lights on the Transceiver (MT-2010 and MT-2011) & Check Cables...................................... 9-4

9.3 CHECKING AND TROUBLESHOOTING TRACERLINK.......................................................................................... 9-4

9.3.1 Checking that Vehicle Server COMM is Active ...................................................................................... 9-4

9.3.2 Deleting and Connecting Server ............................................................................................................. 9-6

9.3.3 Connecting & Disconnecting Vehicles / Groups in the Vehicle Server Kit Control Window ................. 9-8

10. WARRANTY ................................................................................................................................................... 10-1

11. SPARE PARTS................................................................................................................................................ 11-1

12. REQUIRED TOOLS....................................................................................................................................... 12-1

13. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS......................................................................................................... 13-1

13.1 WHAT GROUP AM I IN? .................................................................................................................................13-1

13.2 WHY CAN'T I SEE MYSELF ON THE MAP?.......................................................................................................13-1

13.3 WHY CAN’T I SEE OTHER MEMBERS OF MY GROUP?......................................................................................13-2

13.4 CAN I PRINT MY MAPS IN TRACERLINK?.......................................................................................................13-2

13.5 CAN I SEND MESSAGES VIA TRACERLINK? ...................................................................................................13-2

13.6 I CANNOT OPEN MY MTS TRANSIT CASE, WHAT AM I DOING WRONG? .........................................................13-2

13.7 I CAN’T SEE MESSAGES I SENT YESTERDAY. CAN I SAVE MY MESSAGES IN MTS MESSENGER? ..................13-3

13.8 WHY CAN’T I SEE MY VEHICLE/CONTROL STATION ICONS?...........................................................................13-3

13.9 WHY CAN’T I USE THE BUMPER NUMBER THAT I USED YESTERDAY? ............................................................13-3

13.10 WHY ISN’T MY BUMPER NUMBER COMING UP? ...........................................................................................13-3

14. APPENDIX ...................................................................................................................................................... 14-1

14.1 A-KITS – VEHICLE INTERIOR........................................................................................................................14-1

14.1.1 FMTV .................................................................................................................................................. 14-1

14.1.2 FMTV Control Panel........................................................................................................................... 14-1

14.1.3 HEMTT ............................................................................................................................................... 14-2

14.1.4 HET..................................................................................................................................................... 14-2

14.1.5 HMMWV ............................................................................................................................................. 14-3

14.1.6 PLS...................................................................................................................................................... 14-3

14.2 TRANSCEIVER MOUNTS ................................................................................................................................14-4

14.2.1 FMTV Transceiver Mount................................................................................................................... 14-4

14.2.2 HEMTT Transceiver Mount ................................................................................................................ 14-4

14.2.3 HET Transceiver Mount...................................................................................................................... 14-5

14.2.4 HMMWV Transceiver Mount.............................................................................................................. 14-5

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14.2.5 PLS Transceiver Mount....................................................................................................................... 14-6

14.3 MTS COMPONENTS ......................................................................................................................................14-7

14.3.1 MT 2011 Satellite Transceiver ............................................................................................................ 14-7

14.3.2 Control Station Laptop and Port Expander ........................................................................................ 14-7

14.3.3 Printer ................................................................................................................................................. 14-8

14.3.4 V2 Computer (Screen and Keyboard) ................................................................................................. 14-9

14.3.5 V2 MIL Ports....................................................................................................................................... 14-9

14.3.6 V2 Power and Data Cables............................................................................................................... 14-10

15. INDEX .............................................................................................................................................................. 15-1

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Table of Figures

Figure 2-1 Concept of Operations ....................................................................................................................... 2-2

Figure 3-1 Transit Case (Top View).................................................................................................................... 3-1

Figure 3-2 Control Station Transit Case Contents............................................................................................... 3-2

Figure 3-3 Installation of Control Station Hardware ........................................................................................... 3-3

Figure 3-4 Control Station PLGR Cable Setup ................................................................................................... 3-5

Figure 3-5 V2 Transit Case Contents .................................................................................................................. 3-6

Figure 3-6 Installation of V2 Hardware............................................................................................................... 3-7

Figure 3-7 V2 PLGR Adapter connection to Standard PLGR Cable .................................................................. 3-9

Figure 4-1 Security Warning ............................................................................................................................... 4-1

Figure 4-2 Windows Start Button........................................................................................................................ 4-2

Figure 4-3 Shut Down Window........................................................................................................................... 4-3

Figure 4-4 Shut Down Computer ........................................................................................................................ 4-3

Figure 4-5 V2 A-Kit Control Box ....................................................................................................................... 4-4

Figure 4-6 Security Warning ............................................................................................................................... 4-5

Figure 5-1 The MTS Messenger Icon.................................................................................................................. 5-1

Figure 5-2 Logon Dialog ..................................................................................................................................... 5-1

Figure 5-3 COM Port Select Window ................................................................................................................. 5-2

Figure 5-4 No Response from Terminal.............................................................................................................. 5-2

Figure 5-5 Select PLGR Com Port ...................................................................................................................... 5-2

Figure 5-6 Main MTS Messenger Window (Command Reference).................................................................... 5-3

Figure 5-7 Bumper Number in use warning ........................................................................................................ 5-4

Figure 5-8 Read Messages Pull Down Menu ...................................................................................................... 5-4

Figure 5-9 New Message..................................................................................................................................... 5-5

Figure 5-10 Read Current Messages ..................................................................................................................... 5-5

Figure 5-11 Read Messages Error Window........................................................................................................... 5-6

Figure 5-12 Review Sent Messages....................................................................................................................... 5-6

Figure 5-13 Send Messages Pull Down Menu ...................................................................................................... 5-7

Figure 5-14 Send Message to a Control Station .................................................................................................... 5-8

Figure 5-15 Send Message to Control Group Window ......................................................................................... 5-9

Figure 5-16 No Control Station Known Message Window..................................................................................5-10

Figure 5-17 No Mobile Known Message Window...............................................................................................5-10

Figure 5-18 No Groups Known Message Window ..............................................................................................5-10

Figure 5-19 Enter Message to Contractor Hub.....................................................................................................5-11

Figure 5-20 Confirm Message to Offline Unit dialog box ...................................................................................5-11

Figure 5-21 Options Pull Down Menu .................................................................................................................5-12

Figure 5-22 Checked Lat-Long Display Menu Option.........................................................................................5-12

Figure 5-23 Lat-Long Display..............................................................................................................................5-13

Figure 5-24 MILGRID Display............................................................................................................................5-13

Figure 5-25 Position Report Rate .........................................................................................................................5-14

Figure 5-26 Print Messages Window ...................................................................................................................5-14

Figure 5-27 Print Error .........................................................................................................................................5-14

Figure 5-28 Print Error Message Window............................................................................................................5-15

Figure 5-29 Review Control Groups ....................................................................................................................5-15

Figure 5-30 Change Bumper Number ..................................................................................................................5-15

Figure 5-31 Clear All Information Warning.........................................................................................................5-16

Figure 6-1 MTS Messenger and Tracerlink Startup ............................................................................................6-1

Figure 6-2 Tracerlink Launcher Icon................................................................................................................... 6-2

Figure 6-3 Tracerlink Vehicle Server Icon .......................................................................................................... 6-2

Figure 6-4 Tracerlink Map Viewer Icon.............................................................................................................. 6-2

Figure 6-5 Tracerlink Vehicle Server Window ................................................................................................... 6-3

Figure 6-6 Tracerlink Map Viewer...................................................................................................................... 6-3

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Figure 6-7 Symbols Representing Mobile Units and Control Stations................................................................ 6-4

Figure 6-8 Right Click Pop Up Menu ................................................................................................................. 6-5

Figure 6-9 Map Showing Measure Distances Function....................................................................................... 6-7

Figure 6-10 Server Vehicle Kit Control Window.................................................................................................. 6-8

Figure 6-11 Kit Bar ............................................................................................................................................... 6-9

Figure 6-12 Selection Tab (Compare with Figure 6-13) ......................................................................................6-10

Figure 6-13 Assignments Tab (Compare with Figure 6-12).................................................................................6-10

Figure 6-14 Autotrack ..........................................................................................................................................6-11

Figure 6-15 Tracing a Vehicle..............................................................................................................................6-12

Figure 6-16 Display Vehicle’s Name ...................................................................................................................6-13

Figure 6-17 Hiding and Showing a Group of Vehicles ........................................................................................6-14

Figure 6-18 Hiding and Showing an Individual Vehicle......................................................................................6-15

Figure 6-19 Hiding and Showing the Names of All Vehicles in a Fleet ..............................................................6-16

Figure 6-20 Hiding and Showing the Position Report Time for a Vehicle...........................................................6-17

Figure 6-21 Hiding and Showing the Position Report for a Fleet of Vehicles .....................................................6-18

Figure 6-22 Centering the Map on a Vehicle .......................................................................................................6-19

Figure 6-23 NIMA Raster Kit Control Window...................................................................................................6-20

Figure 6-24 My Computer Icon............................................................................................................................6-21

Figure 6-25 My Computer Window .....................................................................................................................6-21

Figure 6-26 NIMA CADRG Map Files................................................................................................................6-22

Figure 6-27 TracerLink Map Viewer open with the CADRG Map Files Folder Open........................................6-23

Figure 6-28 NIMA Raster Kit Control Window Showing the Maps Loading......................................................6-24

Figure 6-29 TracerLink CADRG Map Folder Location in Windows Explorer....................................................6-25

Figure 6-30 Creating a Destination Folder ...........................................................................................................6-27

Figure 6-31 Remove Map Files............................................................................................................................6-28

Figure 7-1 Control Station Menu......................................................................................................................... 7-1

Figure 7-2 Add Control Group Dialog ................................................................................................................ 7-1

Figure 7-3 Selecting several units ....................................................................................................................... 7-2

Figure 7-4 Several units added to the new group ................................................................................................ 7-2

Figure 7-5 Selecting a range of units................................................................................................................... 7-3

Figure 7-6 Range of units added to new group.................................................................................................... 7-3

Figure 7-7 Sent Create Group Request Message ................................................................................................. 7-4

Figure 7-8 Added to Group Message .................................................................................................................. 7-4

Figure 7-9 Create Group Failed - Too many groups ...........................................................................................7-4

Figure 7-10 Create Group Not Authorized............................................................................................................ 7-5

Figure 7-11 Modify Control Group Dialog ........................................................................................................... 7-6

Figure 7-12 Select a Control Group to Modify ..................................................................................................... 7-7

Figure 7-13 Sent Modify Group Request Message ...............................................................................................7-8

Figure 7-14 Added to Group Message .................................................................................................................. 7-8

Figure 7-15 Group Not Modified Message ........................................................................................................... 7-8

Figure 7-16 Modification of Group Not Authorized ............................................................................................. 7-9

Figure 7-17 Delete Control Group........................................................................................................................7-10

Figure 7-18 Confirm Group Deletion...................................................................................................................7-10

Figure 7-19 Group Successfully Deleted..............................................................................................................7-11

Figure 7-20 Delete Request Failed .......................................................................................................................7-11

Figure 7-21 Delete Request Denied......................................................................................................................7-11

Figure 7-22 Delete Group Restricted....................................................................................................................7-12

Figure 7-23 Delete Group Not Authorized...........................................................................................................7-12

Figure 7-24 Promote Mobile to CS Dialog Box...................................................................................................7-13

Figure 7-25 Promotion Confirmation...................................................................................................................7-13

Figure 7-26 Promotion Request Failed.................................................................................................................7-14

Figure 7-27 Demote CS to Mobile Dialog Box....................................................................................................7-14

Figure 7-28 Demotion Confirmation....................................................................................................................7-15

Figure 7-29 Demotion Request Failed..................................................................................................................7-15

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Figure 7-30 Release Bumper Number Dialog ......................................................................................................7-16

Figure 7-31 Release Bumper Number Request Sent ............................................................................................7-16

Figure 7-32 Unit not in Group Warning ...............................................................................................................7-17

Figure 7-33 Bumper Number Successfully Released...........................................................................................7-17

Figure 7-34 The Help Menu .................................................................................................................................7-18

Figure 7-35 About MTS Messenger.....................................................................................................................7-18

Figure 8-1 No Response from Terminal Error Message...................................................................................... 8-1

Figure 9-1 Help Menu ......................................................................................................................................... 9-1

Figure 9-2 Sample Debug Log ............................................................................................................................ 9-2

Figure 9-3 LEDs on Transceiver ......................................................................................................................... 9-3

Figure 9-4 Vehicle Server Window – COMM InActive ..................................................................................... 9-5

Figure 9-5 Check Status of Vehicle via MTS Messenger.................................................................................... 9-6

Figure 9-6 Server Vehicle Kit Control – Delete a Server....................................................................................9-7

Figure 9-7 Server Vehicle Kit Control – Connect to Server................................................................................ 9-7

Figure 9-8 Server Vehicle Kit Control –New Server Connection – Local .......................................................... 9-8

Figure 9-9 Server Vehicle Kit Control Window  Server Tab .......................................................................... 9-9

Figure 9-10 Connecting A Vehicle or Group ........................................................................................................ 9-9

Figure 13-1 Enter Group Message Dialog Box ....................................................................................................13-1

Figure 14-1 V2 computer mount (with V2 Computer installed) inside FMTV cab .............................................14-1

Figure 14-2 V2 Control Box mounted inside FMTV cab.....................................................................................14-1

Figure 14-3 V2 computer mount (without V2 Computer) inside HEMTT cab....................................................14-2

Figure 14-4 V2 computer mount (without V2 Computer installed) inside HET cab............................................14-2

Figure 14-5 V2 Computer Mount inside HMMWV.............................................................................................14-3

Figure 14-6 V2 Computer Mount (without V2 Computer installed) inside PLS..................................................14-3

Figure 14-7 Transceiver mount (without MT2011 transceiver installed) on top of the FMTV cab .....................14-4

Figure 14-8 Transceiver mount (without MT 2010 transceiver installed) on top of the HEMTT cab .................14-4

Figure 14-9 Transceiver mount (without MT 2010 transceiver installed) on top of the HET cab .......................14-5

Figure 14-10 Transceiver mount (with MT 2011 transceiver installed) on the back of the HMMWV cab.......14-5

Figure 14-11 Transceiver mount (with MT 2011 transceiver installed) on top of the PLS cab.........................14-6

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1. Safety

1.1 General Installation Information

The Movement Tracking System (MTS) described in this document will be installed in many standard Army vehicles including:

 FMTV (Appendix 14.1)  HEMTT (Appendix 14-2)  HET (Appendix 14-3)  HMMWV (Appendix 14-4)  PLS (Appendix 14-5)  900 series 5-ton trucks

There are two parts to the MTS installation:

(1) The A-Kit, which is permanently installed in the vehicle. The A-Kit has three

primary parts:

(a) The control box and ruggedized computer mount inside the vehicle, (see

Appendix 15.1.1 – 15.1.7);

(b) The transceiver mount which sits outside the vehicle (see Appendix 15.2.1 –

15.2.5);

(2) The B-Kit is the equipment the user (operator) installs into the A-Kit.

Both kits can pose safety issues if they are not handled properly.

NOTE: In this section of the manual a “

1.2 Health Hazards

MTS is designed to function without injuring the soldier. However proper installation and operation are necessary to prevent soldier injuries.

1.2.1 Driving Operation

MTS will be operated in a vehicle. MTS provides improved visibility and communications for transporters.

“ signifies a warning.

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

WARNING: The driver should never operate the MTS computer while the vehicle is moving. Only a passenger should operate the MTS computer in a moving vehicle. Driver operation of the MTS computer in a moving vehicle could cause an accident injuring the driver and passenger(s) as well as damaging the vehicle.

1.2.2 Bumping Injuries

The MTS A-Kits are installed so that they do not interface with normal vehicle operation. Where possible, MTS hardware has been placed where soldiers will not bang, bump, or otherwise run into the equipment. However soldiers should heed the following warnings:



WARNING: Use of engineer tape (or some other medium) to mark the equipment’s location is advised if the equipment appears to affect a soldier’s normal interaction with the vehicle.



WARNING: Soldiers should look and proceed with caution when entering all tactical vehicles.

1.2.3 Repetitive Stress Injuries

Repetitive stress injuries are caused by frequent and near constant use of a piece of equipment. Repetitive stress injuries are possible when working with computer equipment.



WARNING: The ruggedized computer (V2) has a small 6.5” screen and a small keyboard. The screen can cause eyestrain if used for extended periods without breaks. It is recommended that soldiers only use the computer when necessary to prevent repetitive stress injuries. Soldiers should use the computer when sending operational messages and to view the map and not for playing games or sending personal messages.

1.2.4 Electric Shock Injuries

MTS is a low voltage, low amperage system which under normal conditions should pose very little threat of electric shock. However, soldiers should take necessary precautions when working with electrical equipment:



WARNING: Do not be misled by the term “low voltage.” Potentials as low as 50 volts may cause death under certain conditions.

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

WARNING: Failure to power the Control Station from a grounded 110/220 AC outlet may result in serious injury (see section on Control Station Installation).



WARNING: Never touch an exposed wire. If a piece of equipment appears damaged do not touch it.

1.2.5 Procedures for Treating Victims of Electrical Shock:

(1) Do not try to pull or grab the individual.

(2) If possible, turn off the electrical power.

(3) If you cannot turn off the electrical power, pull, push or lift the person to

safety using a dry wooden pole, or dry rope or some other insulated material.

(4) Notify your COC or send request for assistance ASAP.

(5) After the injured person is free of contact with the source of electrical shock,

move the person a short distance away and immediately begin appropriate buddy aid (as required).

(6) Monitor and comfort casualty until help arrives or evacuate to nearest aid

station as needed.

1.2.6 Radio Frequency Energy

The Movement Tracking System incorporates a radio transmitter, receiver, and antenna (the MT2011 or MT2010) that receive and send radio frequency (RF) energy. This energy is transmitted and received using satellites orbiting the earth.

The design of the MT2011 and MT2010 units complies with the updated (1992) ANSI standard for safe levels of human exposure to RF energy. This is published under the auspices of the American National Standards Institute and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, and is called “ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992, Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3kHz to 300GHz.

The minimum separation distance between the MT2011 or MT2010 antenna and the user or bystander is 40cm (16 inches). The antenna is designed to mount on the top surface of a land vehicle, ship, or aircraft. It is inherent in the mounting configuration and use of the MT2011 or MT2010 antenna that the minimum separation distance be maintained or exceeded under all operational conditions.

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 WARNING: Soldiers must maintain the minimum safe distance from

Functioning Antenna at all times!

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2. Concept of Operations

2.1 Introduction

2.1.1 Overview

Movement Tracking System (MTS) is a global satellite communications system that provides text messaging and vehicle tracking capabilities for the U.S. Army. It allows a commander to determine where his vehicles are, what their status is, and to communicate with them in near real-time.

Because the system is satellite-based, telephone lines are not required for in-theater operations, and unlike line-of-sight radios, repeater stations are never necessary. As long as the MTS satellite transceiver has an unhindered view of the satellite, it will be able to communicate with other on-line MTS systems.

The three key features of the Movement Tracking System developed by Comtech Mobile Datacom (CMDC) are its ability to use a variety of in-orbit commercial satellites, it’s near real-time communications speed, and its security features.

(1) Compatibility with Multiple Commercial Satellites

The MTS system can use many different types of commercial satellites. As a result it can interact with a satellite and operate in any region of the world.

(2) Real-time Messaging Speeds

A message is typically transmitted from one MTS-equipped vehicle to another in under 10 seconds.

(3) Information Security

The waveform used by Comtech Mobile Datacom’s MTS is spread spectrum and exhibits a low probability of detection by unauthorized listening devices. In addition, the data is triple encrypted end-to-end to further prevent eavesdropping.

2.1.2 Message Routing Architecture

In normal operations, when an MTS user sends a message, the data packet is transmitted to the satellite, which relays it back down to the Comtech Mobile Datacom ground station switch. The switch sends the data packet back over the satellite to its intended destination. When the message is received, the destination returns an acknowledgement over the satellite to the switch, which forwards it to the message sender, verifying message delivery.

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GPS Satellite Constellation

Communication

Gateway/Network

Management Center

Gateway

routes messages sent via

communications

satellites

TOC sends / receives

messages to / from

Mobile Units

GPS Position &

Messages are sent

/received to/from

mobiles, the TOC & fixed

sites

GPS Position is sent to

all units

Internet

Theater Operations Center

with MTS Control Station

Mobile Units

Fixed Sites

Figure 2-1 Concept of Operations

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2.1.3 User Systems

The Movement Tracking System is made up of two configurations – the Control Station, and the V2 Mobile Unit.

(1) The Control Station provides command functionality for the MTS, and is

typically operated from a mobile headquarters, such as a TOC. The Control Station operates independent of phone lines or Internet connections. A Control Station operator is responsible for coordinating vehicle movements using text messaging and theater map displays of MTS-equipped vehicles. The Control Station configuration consists of a laptop computer with CD-ROM drive for loading maps, a satellite transceiver with 100-foot cable, a Precision Lightweight GPS Receiver (PLGR) and a portable printer.

(2) The V2 Mobile Unit is designated for permanent installation in a vehicle and

consists of a satellite transceiver and ruggedized computer with appropriate cabling and a Precision Lightweight GPS Receiver (PLGR). It provides text messaging and maps of MTS-equipped vehicles including itself.

Each configuration comes pre-loaded with MTS Software to include the MTS Messager

and TracerLink Mapping application.

2.2 About This Manual

This manual describes the installation and operation of the two MTS configurations. It also provides training information for MTS operators. The MTS configurations described in this manual are called B-Kits. The mounting hardware and wiring needed to install the B-Kits in each type of vehicle is called an A-Kit. A-Kits are unique to each type of vehicle. This manual does not cover the A-Kit installation. A diagram of the AKits is available in the Appendix of this document. This manual describes how to connect the B-Kit to the A-Kit and provides rough sketches of portions of the A-Kit to assist in basic hookup.

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3. Installation and Setup

3.1 Opening a Transit Case

All MTS components when not in use should be stored within the system transit case. The transit case protects MTS components during shipment and storage. To open the transit case:

(1) Place the case with the handles down.

(2) Unfasten the butterfly clips on the outside of the case.

(3) Open the case.

NOTE: If the case does not open easily, verify that the four butterfly clips are

unfastened. If the butterfly clips are all unfastened and the case still does not open, depress the pressure release valve on the side of the transit case.

Transit Case (Top View)

Figure 3-1 Transit Case (Top View)

Pressure Release Valve

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3.2 Installing the Control Station Configuration

3.2.1 Equipment list

4 5

Figure 3-2 Control Station Transit Case Contents

MTS Part No Item Description

MTS-TERM-002 Transceiver (Satellite Modem) 1 MTS-COV-01 Camouflage Cover 1 MTS-MAN-01 MTS Manual 2 PLGR 3 MTS-CS-06 Printer 4 MTS-CS-01 Laptop Computer 5 MTS-CS-05A Port Expander 5 MTS-CS-09A Power Adapter, Printer 6 MTS-CS-10 Color Cartridge, Printer 8 MTS-CS-03 Power Adapter, Laptop 9 MTS-CS-02 Battery, Spare, Laptop 10 MTS-CS-04A 100’ Cable, Data, Power 11 MTS-CS-05B Port Expander Cable 12 MTS-CS-11 Cable, Data, (Control Box to Computer) 12 MTS-CS-08 10’ Cable, Data, Printer 12 MTS-CS-09B Power Cable, Printer 12 PLGR External Antenna 12

Transit Case

Location

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CS09B

CS09A

MT-2011

External Power

Laptop (Rear View)

Power

Adapter

Printer

External

Mouse Port

Printer

(Rear View)

TERM

-001

COM 1

9 Pin Male

RS232

100' Cable (Power & Data)

CS-

PLGR Cable

CS04B

Printer Port

DB25

25 Pin Female

Printer Cable

Cable end has two connectors for power and data.

CS04A

AC Power Cable

Port Expander

(Rear View)

9 Pin Male 9 Pin MaleUSB

Power Adapter

Laptop

USB Cable

15 Pin Male

CS-

RS422

Data Cable

Dip Switch

PLGR

(Rear View)

CS-

Dip Switch

External Antenna

(

USB

CS-

PLGR Cable connects to

the top port of the PLGR

)

CS-

V a/c

Key to Understanding Connections

Cable with circle end represents operator made connections

Cable with a standard U.S. wall plug

NOTE: This diagram is not to scale.

Figure 3-3 Installation of Control Station Hardware

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3.2.2 Control Station (CS) Component Installation (See Figure 3-3)

NOTE: Numbers in square brackets [#] denote part numbers in Figure 3-3.

CAUTION: Do not force any connectors. Doing so may damage pins.

3.2.2.1 CS Transceiver (MT 2011) installation

(1) Place the MT 2011 [TERM-001] in a location with a clear view of the

sky, avoiding blockage or shadowing from trees and buildings.

(2) Connect the 100-foot power/data cable [CS-04B] from the side of the

transceiver to the RS-422 cable [CS-11] and the power cable [CS-4A].

3.2.2.2 CS Laptop installation

(1) Using the USB Cable [CS-05B] connect the USB port on the laptop

[CS-01] to the USB port on the port expander [CS-05A]. The Port Expander should already be fastened to the laptop with Velcro. If it has become detached, refasten the port expander to the laptop.

(2) Using the RS422 data cable [CS-11], connect the port expander [CS-

05A] to the 100’ cable [CS-04B]. Connect one end of the cable to the 9 Pin Male port labeled COM3 on the port expander device [CS-05A] and connect the other end to the RS422 port on the 100’ cable [CS04B].

(3) Connect the laptop power adapter [CS-03] to an AC power source.

The power port on the laptop can be found on left side rear of the laptop. It does not need to be connected to the same AC power source as the Transceiver.

NOTE: The laptop can work on internal batteries for up to four hours per

battery.

3.2.2.3 CS Printer installation

(1) Using the printer cable [CS-08] connect the printer to the laptop. One

end of the cable will have a connector with a set of 25 pins; connect this end to the DB25 port (the large 25 pin port) on the rear of the laptop. Connect the other end of the cable to the printer.

(2) Using the printer power adapter [CS-09A & CS-09B] and printer cable

connect the printer to an AC power supply.

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3.2.2.4 CS PLGR installation

(1) Connect the 9 pin female RS232 port connector of the PLGR cable to

COM1 port on the laptop computer. COM1 is the only RS232 on the laptop. Figure 3-4 shows the two connectors on a standard PLGR cable.

(2) Connect the 15 pin female connector of the PLGR cable to the top port

of the PLGR. All ports on the PLGR can be found on the back of the device.

(3) Connect the remote PLGR antenna cable to the second port of the

PLGR. Connect the remote PLGR “hockey puck” antenna to the antenna cable.

(4) Connect PLGR AC power adapter cable to the third PLGR port. Plug

the PLGR power supply into the wall outlet making sure the voltage selector is in the proper position (110/220).

NOTE: The PLGR cable and PLGR are not included in the standard Control

Station package.

Standard PLGR Cable

Connects to COM1 port (9 pin) of Control Station Laptop

9 Pin

Female

RS232

15 Pin

Female

Connects to top port (15 pin) of PLGR

Figure 3-4 Control Station PLGR Cable Setup

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3.3 Installing the V2 Configuration

3.3.1 Equipment list

Figure 3-5 V2 Transit Case Contents

MTS Part No Item Description

MTS-TERM-002 Transceiver (Satellite Modem) 1 MTS-COV-01 Camouflage Cover 1 MTS-MAN-01 MTS Manual 2 PLGR 3 MTS-V2-01 Ruggedized Computer 4 MTS-V2-06 Cable, Data, PLGR 5 PLGR External Antenna 5 MTS-V2-02 Cable, Data 6 MTS-V2-03 Cable, Power 6

Transit Case

Location

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Vehicle Power

Indicator - Backup Power Power in User LED "Green"

MTS Control

On/Off Switch

Connects to J1 Port on the Laptop

Power Keyboard

V2-

Universal AC Power Adapter

Allows user to plug computer into a standard wall jack when the computer is not installed in a vehicle

A-1

A-3

A-Kit Control Box

Connector Computer

RS422

V2-

Power Cable

Ruggedized Computer

Bottom View

Keyboard

& Mouse

Connects to back

of Control Box

Connector Computer

Power

Keyboard

Cable

(Pre-Installed)

Power/ Data Cable

V2-

Data Cable

COM 1

RS232

PLGR

Adapter

The PLGR cable connects to the ruggedized computer via the PLGR adapter (V2-06).

COM 2

RS422

COM 3

RS422

V2-

PLGR

Cable

(Note included

in transit case)

MT-2011

A-2

TERM

-001

External

ntenna

V2-

PLGR

(Rear View)

Ground Strap

V bat

Key to Understanding Connections

Cable with square end represents fixed connections

Cable with circle end represents operator made connections

Cable with a standard U.S. wall plug

A-Kit Items

A-Kit items correspond to circled numbers in diagram, and are preinstalled in the vehicle. They do not reflect actual part numbers. A-1. Control Box A-2. MT-2011 Power and Data Cable

NOTE: This diagram is not to scale.

A-3. Vehicle Power Cable (Operators should not touch this cable).

Figure 3-6 Installation of V2 Hardware

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3.3.2 V2 Component Installation

NOTE: These installation instructions assume that the vehicle has already been

configured with an A-Kit. Numbers in square brackets [#] denote part numbers in Figure 3-6.

CAUTION: Do not force connections. Doing so may damage pins.

3.3.2.1 V2 Transceiver (MT 2010/MT 2011) installation

(1) Attach the transceiver [TERM-001] to the A-Kit mounting bracket on

the roof of the vehicle.

(2) Attach the security lanyard found on the mounting bracket to the

transceiver [TERM-001].

(3) Connect the A-Kit power/data cable [A-2] to the transceiver. The

power/data cable is part of the A-Kit. It starts at the Control Box [A1] and ends with a connector that attaches to the transceiver. When the transceiver is not mounted on the vehicle, the power/data cable connector should be securely stowed on the A-Kit mounting bracket to protect the cable connector.

3.3.2.2 V2 Ruggedized computer installation to the A-Kit

(1) Attach the ruggedized computer [V2-01] to the A-Kit mounting

bracket located inside vehicle.

(2) Connect the data cable [V2-03] to COM 2 that is on the bottom side of

the computer to the RS422 port on the A-Kit’s Control Box [A-1].

(3) Using the computer power cable [V2-02] connect the power port on

the computer to the power port on the A-Kit’s Control Box [A-1].

3.3.2.3 V2 PLGR installation

(1) Connect the military connector on the PLGR adapter cable [V2-06] to

the ruggedized computer’s [V2-01] serial port COM 1. Figure 3-7 shows the connectors on the PLGR adapter cable [V2-06].

(2) Connect the 9 pin male connector on the PLGR adapter cable [V2-06]

to the 9 pin female connector on the PLGR cable.

(3) Connect the 15 pin female connector of the PLGR cable to the top port

of the PLGR. All ports on the PLGR can be found on the back of the device.

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PLGR Adapter (V2-06)

Connects to J3 port on bottom of the ruggedized computer

Standard PLGR Cable

15 Pin

Female

Connects to top port (15 pin) of PLGR

Figure 3-7 V2 PLGR Adapter connection to Standard PLGR Cable

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4. Power On/Power Off Procedures

4.1 Control Station Power On/Power Off Procedures

4.1.1 Understanding the Control Station Configuration’s Power Source

(1) The Control Station is designed to operate in a fixed location or in a contingency

location such as a Tactical Operations Center (TOC). The Control Station laptop and the transceiver (MT2011) use external power and must be plugged into a power socket. The transceiver is powered on when it is plugged in, and its LEDs will light up.

4.1.2 Control Station Laptop Power On

(2) Press the power switch on the laptop computer. Wait for the computer to

load/initialize software.

(3) When prompted, press CTRL-ALT-DEL to login.

(4) Eventually you will see a security window similar to the one in Figure 4-1. Read

over the text in the window, and click OK if you agree to the terms.

Attention

THIS IS A DOD COMPUTER SYSTEM. BEFORE PROCESSING CLASSIFIED INFORMATION, CHECK THE SECURITY ACCREDITATION LEVEL OF THIS SYSTEM. DO NOT PROCESS, STORE OR TRANSMIT INFORMATION CLASSIFIED ABOVE THE ACCREDITATION LEVEL OF THIS SYSTEM. THIS COMPUTER SYSTEM, INCLUDING ALL RELATED EQUIPMENT, NETWORKS AND NETWORK DEVICES (INCLUDING INTERNET ACCESS) ARE PROVIDED ONLY FOR AUTHORIZED U.S. GOVERNMENT USE. DOD COMPUTER SYSTEMS MAY MONITORED FOR ALL LAWFUL PURPOSES, INCLUDING TO ENSURE THEIR USE IS AUTHORIZED, FOR MANAGEMENT OF THE SYSTEM, TO FACILITATE PROTECTION AGAINST UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS, AND TO VERIFY SECURITY PROCEDURES, SURVIVABILITY, AND OPERATIONAL SECURITY. MONITORING INCLUDES BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO, ACTIVE ATTACKS BY AUTHORIZED DOD ENTITIES OT TEST OR VERIFY SECURITY OF THIS SYSTEM. DURING MONITORING, INFORMATION MAY BE EXAMINED, RECORDED, COPIED AND USED FOR AUTHORIZED PURPOSES. ALL INFORMATION, INCLUDING PERSONAL INFORMATION, PLACED ON OR SENT OVER THIS SYSTEM MAY BE MONITORED. USE OF THIS DOD COMPUTER SYSTEM, AUTHORIZED OR UNAUTHORIZED, CONSTITUTES CONSENT TO MONITORING. UNAUTHORIZED USE OF THIS DOD COMPUTER SYSTEM MAY SUBJECT YOU TO CRIMINAL PROSECUTION. EVIDENCE OF UNAUTHORIZED USE COLLECTED DURING MONITORING MAY BE USED FOR ADMINISTRATIVE, CRIMINAL, OR OTHER ADVERSE ACTION. USE OF THIS SYSTEM CONSTITUTES CONSENT TO MONITORING FOR ALL LAWFUL PURPOSES.

Figure 4-1 Security Warning

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(5) Enter username and password, and then click OK. The Windows desktop should

contain the MTS Messenger and Tracerlink icons. Start the MTS Messenger software to see if the cables to the computer are correctly attached. Go to Section

5 of this manual to learn how to start the software.

4.1.3 Control Station Printer – Power On

The Control Station Printer can draw power from two sources, an internal battery or an AC wall outlet. Printer will power on when the top cover is opened, if it does not, press the power button. To turn the printer off, press the power button located on top of the printer. It is the button in the center, of the three available buttons.

(1) To turn the printer on, simply lift up the top cover or push the power button once.

The small indicator light (in the center of the top of the printer) will illuminate if the printer is on.

4.1.4 Control Station Laptop Power Off

CAUTION: Improper shut down of system may result in data loss.

(1) Close all open applications (MTS Messenger, Tracerlink Vehicle Server,

Tracerlink Map Viewer).

(2) Click the Start button in bottom left corner of the screen (see Figure 4-2).

Figure 4-2 Windows Start Button

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