URC-300 Transceiver

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General Dynamics URC-300 LOS Transceiver Product Cut Out With Antenna

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Maximized RF Performance - Redefining Software Defined

The new software-defined URC-300™ Transceiver improves ground-to-air communications with an architecture that enables users to upgrade fielded radios as new technology becomes available. The URC-300 retains a familiar user-friendly interface from the URC-200 (V2) as well as many of the legacy accessories. Current features include:

Significant RF performance over the URC-200 (V2) for clearer communications during close-proximity operations
VHF/UHF AM Voice
8.33kHz ETSI performance and CE marking for global operations
Customizable, software-defined platform enables future field-upgradeable enhancements
Designed to meet stringent FAA requirements

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Features

VHF and UHF AM capability provides interoperability with a variety of RF systems
ETSI EN 300 676-1 compliant for both 8.33kHz and 25kHz
Separate DC input powers radio and charges battery
Optional accessories to power from AC or DC source
Built-in power conditioning replaces external filter accessories
Smaller size and less weight than the URC-200 (V2); ideal for emergency grab-and-go
Adaptable to many applications, including manpack, rackmount, vehicular and intercom
Side-by-side radios fit into a 19” rack for rackmount applications
Web-based configuration and monitoring tool for maintainers
Redesigned user interface with large, user-friendly display
Compatible with many of the legacy URC-200 family accessories

Future, Field-Upgradeable Enhancements

FM voice
50W power amplifier
Additional accessories for vehicular, shipboard, backpack and rackmount applications
Cipher text (data)
30 - 90 MHz frequency band
Remote Control Unit
ED-137 VoIP Gateway Adapter
Frequency agile cosite filter
Adaptive Noise Reduction (ANR)

Additional Certifications

MIL-461G EMI / EMC
CE / RoHS / REACH / Radio Equipment Directive
FCC

Specifications

URC-300 Transceiver Datasheet	View Document
General
Frequency range	VHF: 115 MHz to 150.000 MHz VHF: 115 MHz to 173.995 MHz (Future FM) UHF: 225 MHz to 399.995 MHz
Tuning increments	25 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 5 kHz and 8.33 kHz
Channel spacing	25 kHz, 8.33 kHz
Frequency stability	<± 1 PPM
Remote Control	SNMP V3 command / control BIT
Preset channels	20 channel presets: Independently programmable transmit and receive
Receiver Characteristics
Sensitivity	AM PT: -102 dBm (-103.5 dB typical) Dynamic range: > 115 dB
Cross modulation	≥ 80 dB
Audio noise (S+N/N)	≥ 40 dB
Image response	≥ 80 dB
Spurious response	≥ 70 dB ( ≥ 80 dB typical)
Squelch range	Operator adjustable from below sensitivity to above -80 dBm
Adjacent channel rejection	25 kHz: ≥ 60 dB; 8.33 KHz: ≥ 60 dB
FM broadcast intermod immunity	≥ 95 dB
Transmitter Characteristics
Output power	1W to 7W (CW) user adjustable in 0.2W steps 10W avg ± 1 dB @ 90% AM
Modulation	0 - 95% user adjustable
Distortion	< 10%
Spurious output	< -85 dB
Harmonic output	< -75 dB
Adjacent channel power	25 kHz: ≤ 60 dB 8.33 kHz: ≤ 50 dB
Physical Characteristics
Weight	10.9 lbs. (less battery)
Dimensions	10.6” L x 8.5” W x 3.5” H (without battery and handles)
Environmental	Ruggedized, environmentally tested for humidity, vibration, shock/drop, rain/drip-proof, temperature and altitude. Meets relevant sections of MIL-STD-810H and is rated IP65 for ingress protection
Temperature	-20˚C to +55˚C (operating) -50˚C to +70˚C (non operating)
Power Supply
Battery	BB-2590 (rechargeable)
AC	90 – 260 VAC, 47 – 63 Hz
DC	10.7 – 34 VDC
Battery case dimensions	5.2” L x 10.3” W x 2.8” H
Current drain (+28 VDC)	Transmit < 2.5 amps Receive < 360 mA

Literature

News

In The News: URC-300, A Rugged and Flexible Communications Solution

August 27, 2020

The new URC-300 software defined radio (SDR) is a ruggedized, versatile platform that provides line-of-sight, two-way VHF and UHF communications for a variety of applications. The radio’s exceptional radio frequency (RF) performance supports demanding Air Traffic Control (ATC) applications and other critical missions. It’s a versatile platform, with a suite of accessories for grab-and-go scenarios, vehicular installations, rack mount installations, and deployed missions to austere and challenging environments. The transceiver radio supports two-way point-to-point RF communications and is capable of supporting multiple waveforms.

Features
Features
- VHF and UHF AM capability provides interoperability with a variety of RF systems
- ETSI EN 300 676-1 compliant for both 8.33kHz and 25kHz
- Separate DC input powers radio and charges battery
- Optional accessories to power from AC or DC source
- Built-in power conditioning replaces external filter accessories
- Smaller size and less weight than the URC-200 (V2); ideal for emergency grab-and-go
- Adaptable to many applications, including manpack, rackmount, vehicular and intercom
- Side-by-side radios fit into a 19” rack for rackmount applications
- Web-based configuration and monitoring tool for maintainers
- Redesigned user interface with large, user-friendly display
- Compatible with many of the legacy URC-200 family accessories
Future, Field-Upgradeable Enhancements
- FM voice
- 50W power amplifier
- Additional accessories for vehicular, shipboard, backpack and rackmount applications
- Cipher text (data)
- 30 - 90 MHz frequency band
- Remote Control Unit
- ED-137 VoIP Gateway Adapter
- Frequency agile cosite filter
- Adaptive Noise Reduction (ANR)
Additional Certifications
- MIL-461G EMI / EMC
- CE / RoHS / REACH / Radio Equipment Directive
- FCC

Specifications

URC-300 Transceiver Datasheet	View Document
General
Frequency range	VHF: 115 MHz to 150.000 MHz VHF: 115 MHz to 173.995 MHz (Future FM) UHF: 225 MHz to 399.995 MHz
Tuning increments	25 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 5 kHz and 8.33 kHz
Channel spacing	25 kHz, 8.33 kHz
Frequency stability	<± 1 PPM
Remote Control	SNMP V3 command / control BIT
Preset channels	20 channel presets: Independently programmable transmit and receive
Receiver Characteristics
Sensitivity	AM PT: -102 dBm (-103.5 dB typical) Dynamic range: > 115 dB
Cross modulation	≥ 80 dB
Audio noise (S+N/N)	≥ 40 dB
Image response	≥ 80 dB
Spurious response	≥ 70 dB ( ≥ 80 dB typical)
Squelch range	Operator adjustable from below sensitivity to above -80 dBm
Adjacent channel rejection	25 kHz: ≥ 60 dB; 8.33 KHz: ≥ 60 dB
FM broadcast intermod immunity	≥ 95 dB
Transmitter Characteristics
Output power	1W to 7W (CW) user adjustable in 0.2W steps 10W avg ± 1 dB @ 90% AM
Modulation	0 - 95% user adjustable
Distortion	< 10%
Spurious output	< -85 dB
Harmonic output	< -75 dB
Adjacent channel power	25 kHz: ≤ 60 dB 8.33 kHz: ≤ 50 dB
Physical Characteristics
Weight	10.9 lbs. (less battery)
Dimensions	10.6” L x 8.5” W x 3.5” H (without battery and handles)
Environmental	Ruggedized, environmentally tested for humidity, vibration, shock/drop, rain/drip-proof, temperature and altitude. Meets relevant sections of MIL-STD-810H and is rated IP65 for ingress protection
Temperature	-20˚C to +55˚C (operating) -50˚C to +70˚C (non operating)
Power Supply
Battery	BB-2590 (rechargeable)
AC	90 – 260 VAC, 47 – 63 Hz
DC	10.7 – 34 VDC
Battery case dimensions	5.2” L x 10.3” W x 2.8” H
Current drain (+28 VDC)	Transmit < 2.5 amps Receive < 360 mA

Literature
Literature
- URC-300 Line of Sight (LOS) Transceiver Datasheet [PDF]
- URC-300 System Datasheets [PDF]
News

News

In The News: URC-300, A Rugged and Flexible Communications Solution

August 27, 2020

The new URC-300 software defined radio (SDR) is a ruggedized, versatile platform that provides line-of-sight, two-way VHF and UHF communications for a variety of applications. The radio’s exceptional radio frequency (RF) performance supports demanding Air Traffic Control (ATC) applications and other critical missions. It’s a versatile platform, with a suite of accessories for grab-and-go scenarios, vehicular installations, rack mount installations, and deployed missions to austere and challenging environments. The transceiver radio supports two-way point-to-point RF communications and is capable of supporting multiple waveforms.