sunair RT-9000D Software Defined HF SSB/ISB Radio
The Sunair RT-9000D is a proven solution in communications applications where rugged, reliable and flexible equipment is required. The next-generation radio operates continuous duty at 125W AVG and PEP with operating modes of AME, NB-FM, USB, LSB, ISB, CW, and Data (with external modems). The RT-9000D utilizes software-defined digital signal processing (DSP) technology to enhance functionality in the synthesizer, audio and IF, which is designed to support the latest developments in high-speed data waveform technology. The radio offers Automatic Link Establishment (ALE) as an internal option in accordance with MIL-STD-188-141A and FS1045A, and supports 141B and STANAG 4538 and 5066 through external controllers.
With a factory-installed option, the Sunair RT-9000D is compliant with MIL-STD-188-203-1A and STANAG 5511/5522 (TADIL-A/Link 11 and NILE/Link 22) for data link operation; and it is compatible with MIL-STD-188-110 A/B and STANAG HF modem waveforms. The radio can accommodate Type 1 encryption such as ANDVT, KY-99, KG-84(), KG-40, as well as commercial privacy devices or an optional voice privacy function. The RT-9000D is specially designed to accommodate single or split-site operation as transmitter-only or receiver-only (T-9000D or R-9000D).
Operating status is presented in English via a large TFT display, and advanced built-in-test (BITE) capability provides feedback to the lowest
- Software-Defined SSB and ISB Configurations
- DSP Based Syllabic Squelch
- Remote Control via Serial and Ethernet
- Comprehensive BITE to LRU
- Internal AC Power Supply
- Data Link – MIL-STD-188-203-1A TADIL A and Link 11/22 (Factory Installed Option)
- HF Data – MIL-STD-188-110 A/B and STANAG
- ALE – 2G MIL-STD-188-141 A/B and 3G STANAG 4538
- 500 W, 1 kW, 5 kW and 10 kW LPAs
- 150 W and 1 kW Antenna Couplers replaceable unit (LRU) level with both front panel English and internal LED indication. The RT-9000D accommodates operation on both AC and DC sources, and its internal power supply is optimized to minimize undesirable RFI and EMC effects.
The radio’s intuitive modular design allows for ease of maintenance, expansion and upgrade throughout the equipment life cycle at minimal expense. Thousands are in daily service as integral components of critical strategic communications solutions worldwide.
Ethernet, VoIP, internal 3G ALE and internal Data Modem options are forthcoming.
| GENERAL Frequency Range |
*Tx:1.5 – 30 MHz
*Rx:10 kHz – 30 MHz |
| Frequency Stability | ±1 x 10-8 Per Day |
| Programmable Channels | 128 Simplex or Half-Duplex |
| Modes of Operation | AME, NB-FM, USB, LSB, ISB, CW, and Data (With External Modems) |
| Key | Local or Remote |
| Memory Retention | Non-Volatile |
| Scan | Manual or Automatic |
| BFO | ±1.99 KHz, 1 Hz Resolution |
| Synthesizer Lock | 10 ms |
| Synthesizer Tuning Step | 1 Hz |
| T / R Switching Time | 10 ms |
| Remote Interface | RS-232 / RS-422 (FSK Tone Internal Option, IP Internal Option Forthcoming) |
| RF Input / Output Impedance | 50 Ω Nominal, Unbalanced |
| Input Power | *DC: 28 VDC ±15% *AC: 115 / 230 VAC ±15%, 47 – 400 Hz *AC / DC Automatic Changeover |
| BITE | Fault Isolated to Module Level (LRU); Descriptive Readout on Front Panel and Individual Module Indication |
| MTBF | 6500 Hours |
| MTTR | 15 Minutes |
| Dimensions | *5.96 H x 17.83 W x 17.66 L (in) *15.1 H x 45.3 W x 44.9 L (cm) |
| Weight | 49 lbs (22.3 kg) |
| Construction | Modular Plug-In Assemblies, Field Serviceable |
| Origin | Designed and Manufactured in the U.S.A. |
| RECEIVER Selectivity |
* SSB / ISB: 300 – 3300 Hz @ 6 dB * CW: 500 Hz @ 3 dB, Centered at 1 kHz * AM: ±3000 Hz @ 6 dB |
| Sensitivity | * SSB / ISB: 0.5 µV for 10 dB (S+N)/N * CW: 0.3 µV for 10 dB (S+N)/N * AM: 3.0 µV for 10 dB (S+N)/N |
| Audio Output | * 5 W Into Internal Speaker, <1% THD * 600 Ω Balanced @ -20 dBm to +10 dBm * Headset: Low Impedance |
| Audio Response | ±1 dB From 300 – 3050 Hz |
| Image and IF Rejection | 90 dB Minimum |
| Spurious Rejection | 80 dB Minimum |
| AGC Attack Time | 10 ms Nominal |
| AGC Release Time | * Fast: 23 ms Nominal * Medium: 200 ±100 ms Nominal * Slow: 3 ±1 Second Nominal |
| AGC Range | 100 dB |
| AGC Control | No More Than 6 dB Change For Signal Inputs From -100 to 0 dBm; 4 dB for Signal Inputs From -90 to 0 dBm |
| Manual RF Gain | Front Panel and Via Remote Control Forthcoming |
| Squelch | Syllabic |
| Antenna Input Protection | 100 V RMS, Self-Resetting |
| Internal Generated Spurious | 99.5% of Available Frequencies from 100 kHz – 30 MHz At or
Below 0.5 µV Equivalent Input At Antenna Terminal |
| TRANSMITTER Output Power Normal |
* SSB: 125 W PEP and Average |
| Medium | * SSB: 65 W PEP and Average * ISB: 50 W PEP * CW: 65 W * Internal Adjustable |
| Harmonic Suppression | 64 dB Below PEP |
| Intermodulation Distortion | 36 dB Below PEP |
| Carrier Suppression | 70 dB Below PEP |
| Undesired Sideband | 70 dB Below PEP @ 1 kHz |
| Hum and Noise Level | 50 dB Below PEP |
| Load VSWR | * Rated Power ≤ 2:1 * Graceful Degradation ≤ 3:1 * Protected Cut Off Above 3:1 |
| Audio Input | Microphone and 600 Ω Balanced at -20 to +20 dBm |
| Automatic Level Control | 125 W ±1 dB |
| Audio Compression | 10 dB Nominal (Internal Disable) |
| RF Output Protection | Overload Protection, Antenna Mismatch and Open / Short Circuit |
| INTERNAL OPTIONS Voice Privacy |
Embedded Option |
| ALE | * MIL-STD-188-141 A and FS1045A * MIL-STD-188-141 B and STANAG 4538 Forthcoming |
| Data Link | TADIL-A; Link 11 / 22 |
| Filter Bandwidths | Custom Filter Bandwidths and Center Frequencies Available |
| Low Power | Third Power Setting |
| PERIPHERAL EQUIPME Mounting | NT OPTIONS * Shroud and Rack Slides For EIA Standard 19 Inch Rack * Desktop * Shockmount Kit |
| Spares Kits | Running Spares, Field Modules |
| Remote Control | RCU-9310D, PATHFINDER II |
| 500 W / 1 kW / 5 kW / 10 kW Power Amplifiers | LPA-9500 / LPA-9600 / LPA-5000A / LPA-10000A |
| Voice Duty / 150 W / 1 kW Antenna Couplers | CU-2430 / CU-9125 / CU-9150 |
| Pre-Selector / Post-Selector | F-9800 |
| AC Power Control | Remote ON/OFF |
| ENVIRONMENTAL Temperature |
* Operating: -30°C to +55°C (-22°F to 131°F) * Optional: +60°C (140°F) * Storage: -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to 185°F) |
| Humidity | 95% at 55°C (122°F), Non-Condensing; Splash-Resistant Front Panel |
| Shock | MIL-STD 810F, Method 516.5, Procedure 1 |
| Vibration | MIL-STD 810F, Method 514.5 & MIL-STD-167-1 |
| Altitude | * Operating: Up to 10,000 Feet
* Storage: Up to 40,000 Feet |
| CERTIFICATIONS FCC Part 90, RT | FCC Identifier XVKRT-9000 |
| European CE Standard, | * EN 300 373-2 v1.2.1 |
| RT (Optional) | * EN 301 843-5 v1.1.1 |
| * EN 60950 | |
| * Notified Body 1177 |
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Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. Revised: August 2011.
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