Synchronized hopping across the entire HF band (or designated sub-bands) without requiring an vulnerable master control station. Includes 10 jump tables. Flash Parameter Deletion
The standard operating cell for the man-pack configuration is manufactured by prominent defense contractors such as Bharat Electronics Limited ( BEL Battery Pack Information ). 12V, 15Ah .
The is a multi-adaptive, combat-proven High Frequency (HF) tactical man-pack transceiver engineered for high-security voice and high-speed data communications. Belonging to the widely deployed Tadiran HF-6000 series ecosystem , this software-defined radio architecture delivers reliable tactical communications across congested battlefield environments, featuring robust Electronic Counter-Countermeasures (ECCM) and advanced cryptographic capabilities.
The radio operates across the entire HF spectrum, covering a wide range of 1.5000 MHz to 29.9999 MHz . This allows it to achieve long-distance communication via skywave propagation. Regarding granularity, the system supports 2,850,000 channels with a fine stepping interval of 10 Hz , allowing for precise tuning and bandwidth optimization in congested bands. This aligns with the “285,000 channels at a spacing of 100 Hz” baseline, with the 10 Hz option representing a high-resolution upgrade. Radio Set Hx Prc 6020 Technical Data
| Configuration | Designation | Output Power | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | PRC-6020 | 5W / 10W / 20W | | Low Power Vehicle | VRC-6020 | 5W / 10W / 20W | | High Power Vehicle | VRC-6100 / VRC-6200 | 20W / 50W / 100W | | High Power Long-Range Station | GRC-6400 | Up to 400W | | High Power Long-Range Station | GRC-6600 | Up to 1000W |
The 30–88 MHz range is critical for tactical operations because it offers a balance between ground-wave propagation (good for rolling hills and forests) and some sky-wave propagation at the lower end. The PRC-6020 avoids the congested civilian 136–174 MHz band, reducing interception risk.
: Uses an integrated IC codec conversion clock spanning both the transmission (TX) and reception (RX) paths to maintain synchronized, crystal-clear signal conversion. Synchronized hopping across the entire HF band (or
: Features a single-chip physical codec path where a shared conversion clock drives both the Transmitter (TX) and Receiver (RX) lines. This configuration eliminates temporal drift, resulting in high-fidelity voice transmission and lowered data bit-error rates (BER). Data Terminal & Modems
The (often referenced as part of the broader, combat-proven Tadiran HF-6000 series developed by Elbit Systems ) represents a critical benchmark in tactical tactical Beyond Line-of-Sight (BLOS) military communication. Designed specifically for modern battlefield infantry, command, and armored units, this tactical High Frequency (HF) transceiver platform delivers long-range, secure, and jam-resistant voice and data connectivity.
Emergency hardware erasure of sensitive crypto keys, hop tables, and presets in the event of compromise. Internal Hardware Component Architecture 12V, 15Ah
| Parameter | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | | 1.5000 to 29.99999 MHz (Continuous) | | Channel Spacing / Total Channels | 10 Hz (2,850,000 channels) / 100 Hz (285,000 channels) | | Number of Pre-sets | Up to 100 programmable channels | | Modulation Types | Upper Sideband (USB), Lower Sideband (LSB), Amplitude Modulation (AM), CW | | Transmitter Output Power | 5W, 10W, or 20W (Adaptive/Selectable) | | Receiver Sensitivity | -110 dBm (SINAD of 10 dB) | | Information Types | Voice, Telegraph, Encoded Messages, Serial Data | | Maximum Data Rate | Up to 9.6 Kbps (Compatible with STANAG 4285 & Mil-STD-188-110) | | Frequency Modes | Fixed Operating Frequency (FOF), Dual-Frequency Simplex (DFS), AUTOCALL | | Compliance | STANAG 4285, Mil-STD-188-110, (Optional) STANAG 5066 |
Lithium Sulphur Dioxide ( LiSO2 ) cells configured into a compact, hermetically sealed, non-rechargeable safety pack.
The radio is built with modularity and resilience in mind. It balances lightweight portability with the robust processing power required for electronic counter-countermeasures (ECCM).
Modern operations require hybrid voice and digital networks. The PRC-6020 replaces standalone payload boxes with an integrated software-defined signaling platform. Embedded Hardware & Processing
To prevent interception and jamming by electronic warfare (EW) forces, the PRC-6020 employs advanced internal cryptographic systems and dynamic frequency agility. Protection Class Technical Mechanism Operational Capability Digital Crypto-Engine