The HFDG-300 enables global data communication and messaging using high frequency (HF) radio as its communication medium. The HFDG-300 is a transportable unit designed for quick and easy installation. The mobile system includes a ruggedized Panasonic Toughbook series laptop computer, a Rockwell Collins Q9604 data modem, and Rockwell Collins HF Messenger™ software.

HF Messenger™ a "STANAG 5066: Profile for HF Data Communications" compliant software application certified by the Joint Interoperability Test Command (JITC). HF Messenger™ operates on the HFDG-300 laptop with the Microsoft® Windows XP operating system.

Together the HFDG-300 and HF Messenger™ enable worldwide connectivity between HF networks and ground-based TCP/IP networks.

Connected to an HF radio and antenna, the HFDG-300 provides a complete HF radio data node or gateway. The HFDG-300 system brings error-free data transfer of e-mail messages using addressing schemes similar to the internet. Any commercial mail client, such as Microsoft® Outlook, Eudora, etc. may be used to send information such as tasking orders, logistics, weather maps, pictures, or any other data typical of e-mail messages. The compressed file transfer protocol (CFTP) and priority compressed file transfer protocol (PCFTP) are used for ultra-efficient message packaging for HF transfer. Using the power of TCP/IP networks, HFDG-300 nodes can effectively achieve global connectivity. This is accomplished by connecting an HFDG-300 station to a local-area network (LAN) as a stand-alone node, or as a data gateway between HF and TCP/IP networks.

• Global digital data efficiently transferred via HF radio
• JITC certified STANAG 5066 Profile for HF Data Communications standard
• Transmits and receives text and image files effectively
• Broadcast, multicast, or point-to-point configurations (ALE and fixed frequency data transfers)
• Error-free transmission through robust ARQ protocol
• Message suspend and resume eliminates retransmission
• Approved for SCOPE Command SIPRNET connectivity (with appropriate encryption device and authorization)
• Secure communications capable

• • Microsoft® Windows XP operating system
• A Rockwell Collins Q9604 modem supporting multiple data waveforms
• A ruggedized synchronous serial PCMCIA card for synchronous data laptop-to-modem
• A ruggedized asynchronous dual-port serial PCMCIA card for HF radio and modem control
• HF Messenger™ software

Additional requirements:

• HF Radio System
  • HF radio transceiver (see HF radio catalog section)
  • Power amplifier (see PA catalog section)
  • HF antenna

Additional options:

• Crypto device (KIV-7 HSB)

• Physical Dimensions: 17.8cm (7 inches) high x 91.4cm (36 in.) wide x 61cm (24 in.) deep
• Weight without KIV-7: 14.9kG (32.8 pounds)
• Packaging: self-contained aluminum chassis with locking latches and carrying handle
• Power Requirements: AC operation: 115/230vac 50-400 Hertz single phase, 125 watts typical DC operation: +28VDC, 100 watts typical
• Operating Temperature: 0° to 50° C
• Storage Temperature: -40° to 72° C
• Humidity: 0 to 100% non-condensing
• Altitude: to 15,000 feet
• Atmospheric tests:
  • Altitude (low pressure): MIL-STD-810F, method 500.4
  • Altitude (low pressure): pass MIL-STD-810F, method 500.4
  • High Temperature: pass MIL-STD-810F, method 501.4
  • Explosive Atmosphere: pass MIL-STD-810F, method 511.4
  • Vibration*: passMIL-STD-810C
  • Functional Shock*: pass MIL-STD-810F, method 516.5
  • Crash Hazard Shock*: pass MIL-STD-810F, method 516.5
  • Warm-up: none required
• Encryption: optional KIV-7HSB
• Crash Reliable*: to 9Gs

*(tested in conjunction with a Rockwell Collins mount)

** Sales order/contract or the statement of work must specify HF Messenger™ version to install (see HF Messenger™ catalog selection guide for options).

Sales order/contract or the statement of work must specify Microsoft® Windows 2000 or XP to be loaded on the laptop.

Interface connectors:

MIL-C-38999 series III for input power and radio system interface.

• Power Input: D38999/20FD5PN (on HFDG-300) mates with D38999/26FD5SN with strain relief: M85049/38S15N or EMI strain relief: M85049/19-15N04
• Radio System Interface: D38999/20FE26SN (on HFDG-300) mates with D38999/20FE26PN with strain relief: M85049/38S17N or EMI strain relief: M85049/19-17N05

Support Offerings

Product Information Material is normally available at no charge and can be obtained by contacting GS Customer Relations:

Phone: 800-321-2223 or (319)-295-5100
Fax: (319)-295-4777
Email: <response@rockwellcollins.com>
Website: http://www.rockwellcollins.com/gs