PS Magazine - TB 43-PS-635
PS, The Preventative Maintenance Monthly
ISSUE 635
OCTOBER 2005
Have a question that
doesn't
seem to fit in any of
the below categories?
Then call the GPS help line at
DSN 468-3518 or
DSN 992-4733.
when
we need
help…
PS 635
OCT 05
43
PLGR, DAGR…
T
he legacy global positioning system (GPS) receivers—the standard and enhanced
PLGR—and the new GPS receiver—the DAGR—are in the field and being used.
When one system replaces another, questions often are asked about maintaining
the old system, and fielding, programing and training on the new system.
PS 635
OCT 05
42
AN/VRC-97 MSRT…
Dear Half-Mast,
Is there an installation kit to put the AN/VRC-97 mobile subscriber
radio-telephone terminal (MSRT) into an up-armored M1114 HMMWV?
SGT L.C.N.
Dear Sergeant L.C.N.,
Good question and one I thought I’d better go to the radio installation kit guru,
Joe P
.
at CECOM, to find an answer for. Here’s what Joe
had to say:
u
“There is not a kit specifically designed for the MSRT to be put in the M1114 up-
armored HMMWV. However, if the requirement is critical, the kit, NSN 5895-01-
261-2901, for the M1025 armored armament carrier will work.
“Put the mounting tray on the curbside sponson just like you would on any other
HMMWV. However, instead of using an antenna tower mounted on the sponson, use
a whip antenna installed on the roadside rear of the vehicle. You’ll find instructions
in TB 11-2300-480-12.
“There is a problem, however. The M1114 uses a dual installation kit for the
SINCGARS. Dual radios require two antennas. One of those antennas goes on the
roadside rear, cabled through the rear wall of the M1114, which is where the MSRT
antenna needs to be cabled.
“So, you will either have to run with one SINCGARs radio or put another hole in
the hatchback. Since another hole may degrade the overall condition of your
M1114, we can’t authorize it. That’s a call your commander on the scene will need
to make.
“If you do add another antenna, make sure they don’t cross or touch.”
Thanks, Joe, for answering this question and thanks,
Sergeant L.C.N., for asking it.
can we
mount this
in an m1114?
Installation Kit
for
M1114 Up-Armored
WHO TO ASK
QUESTIONS ABOUT
Call (732) 532-0298 or -5758; or
DSN 992-0298 or -5758. Or email:
Christopher.Manning@us.army.mil
equipment authorization,
maintenance status, fielding and
new equipment training (NET)
Call (478) 926-3288 or -1109; or
DSN 468-3288 or -1109. Or email:
Johnny.Walker@robins.af.mil
Call (310) 363-6676 or -2925; or
DSN 833-6676 or -2925. Or email:
David.Williamson@losangeles.af.mil
sustainment like software support,
supply, publications accessories or
vehicle installations
policy, platform or
new product questions
When your unit asks
questions, who will
give you the answers?
We’re
glad
you asked.
I don’t
know. let’s
find out.
635.42-43(C).qxd
9/3/05
12:24 PM
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