HOOK2 Combat Search & Rescue Radio (PRC-112G)
End-Of-Life Announcement
General Dynamics Mission Systems announces the end-of-sale (EoS) and end-of-life (EoL) of the AN/PRC-112G Product Line. General Dynamics will accept orders through December 31, 2023 as long as we have finished goods available. The EOL schedule below is applicable for all AN/PRC-112G Products and Spares listed in the document below. General Dynamics will continue to provide technical Help Desk support and honor all currently active warranties. Click here for the full end-of-life schedule.
Replacement Products
Building on the success of our AN/PRC-112G product, the HOOK3 Combat Survival Radio (CSR) provides direct, line-of-sight voice and encrypted two-way data communications that help combat search and rescue teams quickly locate and rescue downed pilots and isolated military personnel.
HOOK3 Combat Survival Radio
Cospas-Sarsat Approved
Our HOOK3 Combat Survival Radio (CSR) is significantly smaller, lighter and has better power efficiency than previous HOOK2 radios. It includes a new auto-activation feature that automatically transmits location data when G-Force or salt water is detected.
See It In Action
HOOK2 vs HOOK3 Comparison
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FEATURES
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AN/PRC-112G
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HOOK3 CSR
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| Auto Activation | No | Configurable G-Force detection and Salt water immersion; Can be set individually or in combination. |
| Emergency Button | No | Yes, programmable. Functional if radio is On or Off. |
| LCD | LCD, FSTN Type. Black pixels on a white/silver background | LCD, Active Matrix, Monochrome (black pixels on a light silver background) |
| LCD Size (viewing area) | 2.14” x 0.648” | 2.314” x 1.389” |
| LCD Resolution | 128 x 32 pixels | WQVGA - 400 x 240 pixels |
| HMI | Legacy Soft Key driven | Modern D-Pad style with on-screen keyboard and Intuitive menu system |
| "Mission Abort" function to prevent unauthorized use | Delete key | Purge keys |
| Remote antenna kit | None | Optional combined GPS and UHF remote antenna kit |
| Earpiece | Earpiece only | Earpiece; external interface supports microphone and PTT |
| LCD light | On or off only | Four intensities including off position - for LCD and buttons |
| Program Loader | Standalone application and hardware | Browser based ip addressed via custom USB cable |
| AM Voice | Yes, on 121.5, 243,282.8 and two programmable channels | Up to 25 presets that can be any of 121.5, 123.1, 225-320 MHz |
| LOS Data burst (TAC) | Yes | Up to 25 presets that can be any frequency above |
| DME (TAG) | Yes | Up to 25 presets that can be any frequency above |
| Swept-Tone Beacon | Hard-wired at 121.5 and 243 | Up to 25 presets that can be any frequency above |
| SATCOM Data Burst | Yes | Up to 25 presets that can be any frequency 225-320MHz |
| SARSAT 406 | Yes | Can be programmed on any of 25 presets |
| GPS chipset | 12 Channel CA GPS GNSS only | 32 Channel CA code. Multiple GNSS access. |
| Navigation | Must be moving for radio to calculate heading | Compass is available when not moving. Visual electronic compass, heading, bearing, ETA, TTG, vector |
| Size with Battery | 7.7” x 3.9” x 2.1’ | 6.4” x 2.90” x 1.56" |
| Weight with Battery | 36 oz | 26.2 oz |
| Battery Life | > 24h SARSAT Battery Saver | > 50h SARSAT Battery Saver |
| Battery Indicator | Calculated from Elapsed Time | Actual State of Charge Indicator with redundant indicator on battery itself |
| Battery adapter | None | None |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to +55; Display marginal -30 | Full -40 to +55 |
| Sensitivity | -100 dBm VHF | -100dBm (VHF AM Voice) |
| -99 dBm UHF | -104dBm (UHF AM Voice) | |
| -92 dBm DME | -138dBm (UHF SATCOM data) | |
| Fixed Frequencies | 121.5, 243, 282.8 406.25 SARSAT |
406 MHz SARSAT. Up to 25 available presets |
| Programmable LOS Frequencies | 2 | Up to 25 |
| Programmable SATCOM Channels | 12 | Up to 25 |
| PTT in SATCOM mode | Overrides SATCOM | No overide. Message to user to switch preset. |
Features
Combat survival when every second counts.
Isolated personnel can be located faster using the HOOK2® radio (PRC-112G). The HOOK2 radio has proven reliable in the field, and takes the guesswork out of a Combat Search and Rescue mission. Rescue crews will know exactly where you are because the radios’ encrypted GPS updates every second. The last thing you should have to worry about is your radio failing.
- Isolated personnel can be located faster using the PRC-112G CSAR radio. Rescue crews will know exactly where you are because the radios’ encrypted GPS updates every second.
- Secure, two-way messages and LOS voice provide a low risk of being found by the enemy. Even if GPS is jammed or denied, the rescue aircraft will still receive your secure messages. This is known as TAC/TAG.
- LOS, SATCOM and 406 SARSAT offer multiple ways for you to contact rescue forces. The PRC-112G communicates Line-Of-Sight to our Quickdraw2® Interrogator or Over-The-Horizon to our SATCOM Base Station.
- Just press "ON" and the PRC-112G can be interrogated. No other buttons need to be pressed. Rescue crews will still be able to extract your location and information as long as the radio is powered on.
- Coalition forces to the rescue — with 31 countries using the HOOK2® system, you can also be rescued by coalition partners during multi nation missions.
- Now Available - Rechargeable Batteries
Current Software Version
PRC-112B1 Radio
- Appliqué Version 3.6.0
- Part No. 98-P46844J40301L
- WARNING: MUST USE LOADER VERSION 3.3.0 OR LATER
PRC-112G Radio
- Version 3.6.0
- Part No. 98-P46844J40301L
- WARNING: MUST USE LOADER VERSION 3.3.0 OR LATER
Quickdraw2®
- Version 2.15.0
- Part No. 98-P42022J40201L
- WARNING: MUST USE LOADER VERSION 3.3.0 OR LATER
GPS-112 Program Loader
- Version 3.4.0
- Part No. 98-P42024J40301L
Aeroflex Test Set
- Version 7.03
Available Now via GSA Contract
GSA Order: 47QTCA21D001L
Schedule #70 • SIN 33411
For assistance, please call 1-800-424-0052.
Specifications
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PRC-112G Data Sheet
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View Document
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| Frequency Range | 121.5, 123.1 MHz; 225–320 MHz; 406 SARSAT |
| Tuning increments | 25 KHz steps (LOS); 5 KHz steps (SATCOM) |
| Frequency stability | ± 1ppm |
| Modulation | AM voice; AM swept-tone beacon; PLS DME; Transponder mode: BPSK/OOK; HOOK mode: MSK 1200 BPS; SARSAT mode: BPSK; SATCOM mode: BPSK |
| Data burst | 455 ms, without preamble |
| Operating modes | Voice Swept-tone beacon: • 121.5 MHz • 243 MHz PLS DME transponder GPS Interrogation 406 SARSAT UHF SATCOM |
| Weight | 27.2 oz. (0.78 Kg) w/o battery (typical) |
| Size (w/ battery, ant. not extended) | 7.7 x 3.87 x 2.1 in. (19.56 x 9.83 x 5.33 cm) |
| Operational temp. | –40°C to +55°C; display marginal from –40°C to –30°C |
| Storage temp. | –40°C to +80°C |
| Battery | 1794AS0953A/U |
| Battery life | >4 days, estimated depending on CSAR operational scenario |
Training
We currently offer operation and maintenance training for Combat Search and Rescue radio products at our Scottsdale facility, which is conveniently located seven miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. If you’d prefer for us to come to you, Customer Onsite Training is also available: please contact us for a quote.
Training Topics
- PRC Operation
- Quickdraw Operation
- Programming and Maintenance
- Base Station Operation
- SARSAT Option Training (module added as required)
- SATCOM Option Training (module added as required)
For full syllabus details, please download the HOOK2 Systems Operation Training Outline.
Pricing
Please contact us if you require a formal quote for training class funding.
Classes are scheduled for a maximum of 15 students. General Dynamics Mission Systems reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any course due to low enrollment, schedule conflicts, or other reason beyond our control. Changes will be announced a minimum of two weeks prior to the published course date being canceled or changed.
Literature
English
- PRC-112G CSAR Transceiver Datasheet [PDF]
- HOOK2 Combat Search and Rescue Brochure [PDF]
- HOOK2 GPS CSAR Accessories Brochure [PDF]
Spanish
- Transceptor CSAR PRC-112G [PDF]
- PRC-112G® CSAR Transceiver
- Sistema de GPS para Búsqueda y Rescate en Combate HOOK2® [PDF]
- HOOK2® GPS Combat Search and Rescue System Brochure
- Accesorios para el Sistema de GPS para Búsqueda y Rescate en Combate HOOK2® [PDF]
- Accessories for the HOOK2 GPS Combat Search and Rescue System
Arabic
- PRC-112G CSAR جهاز اإلرسال/االستقبال مجرب ميدانيا. كفاءة مثبتة. موثوق به. [PDF]
- PRC-112G® CSAR Transceiver
- نظام البحث واإلنقاذ خالل المعارك HOOK2 ® GPS [PDF]
- HOOK2® GPS Combat Search and Rescue System Brochure
- HOOK2® GPS الملحقات الخاصة بنظام للبحث واإلنقاذ خالل المعارك [PDF]
- Accessories for the HOOK2 GPS Combat Search and Rescue System
