3.5m Squad IAM (30-300MHz) Range Extender User Guide / V6. Issue November 2017 Page 01

3.5m Squad IAM (30-300MHz) Range Extender User Guide

Extending Technology

Components Overview

Item Description

1 1 x RolaTube Squad IAM

2 1 x TNC (f) to N-Type (m) Adaptor 1 x TNC (f) to BNC (m) Adaptor

3 1 x Top Cap

4 1 x Base Cap

5 6 x Rock Pegs

6 3 x Guys

7 1 x Bag

8 1 x Peg Bag

• Highly compact

• Lightweight and portable

• Weather resistant

• Quick deployment and recovery

• “Plug and play” range extension for tactical communications

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3.5m Squad IAM (30-300 MHz) Deployment Instructions

1. Remove rolled mast from bag and unclip flying lead from cable clip.

5. To recover mast disconnect lead from radio and fit dust cap. Start rolling mast from “non-lead” end using the internal labels as a guide.

2. Unwind flying lead from outside of mast and roll out horizontally.

3. Remove dust cap and connect to radio set (adaptors are included in bag). Remove and position mast in vertical orientation as required and commence transmission.

4. To suspend mast in tree use 10mm diameter hole at top of mast to thread cord / rope through. Haul mast up using cord / rope over chosen branch.

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6. Wrap flying lead around rolled mast and clip into place using cable clip.

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2 x Persons required for most efficient deployment

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Deployment Instructions With Ancillaries

1. Extend the mast horizontally and lay the mast on the ground.

6. To hoist the mast, one person should lift the mast from the payload end and walk the mast upward, while the other assists by pulling it up with the Guy Rope opposite the full length of the tube. This will also help support the mast

2–4mdepending on mast height

120º

2–4m 2–4m

2. Place the End Cap on the ground and secure it with pegs. Using the End Caps position as a reference, pace out the distance and orientation for the Guy Rope Pegs.

5. Attach the payload to the Top Cap and tighten the spigot locking screw to secure it in place.

4. Attach Guys to the Top Cap and run in the direction of the appropriate peg.

3. Place the Top Cap onto the top of the Mast. The top of the Mast can be identified by the trailing lead coming out of the bottom of the Mast.

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RECOVERYRecovery is a logical reverse procedure of deployment. The mast must be lowered carefully to the ground. DO NOT allow the mast to just fall to the ground or damage to payload and mast system will occur. Ensure the Squad IAM Mast is rolled up from the TOP of the mast (there is a label which indicates this).

Deployment Instructions With Ancillaries Continued

7. When vertical the person supporting the mast will lift and insert it into the End Cap.

8. Once the tube is securely in the Base Cap the person with the Guy Rope will attach all Guy Ropes to the appropriate pegs. These can then be tightened and adjusted for the best vertical position.

9. Adaptors are supplied with the connection cables, so these can be used depending on the type of end connector needed for the RF equipment being used.

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3.5m 2” Squad IAM System Including Ancils Product Components

System RolaTube Part Number

3.5m 2” Squad IAM Multicam System with Ancills 952-203500-1-1

3.5m 2” Squad IAM Black System with Ancills 952-203500-3-1

Component RolaTube Part Number Qty

3.5m 2” Squad IAM Multicam 902-203500-1-0 1

3.5m 2” Squad IAM Black 902-203500-3-0 1

Top Cap 800-001007 1

Base Cap 800-001004 1

Set of 3 x 5.5m Guy Ropes 207-004006 1

Rock Pegs 207-002001 6

TNC (f) – N-Type (m) Cable Adaptor 404-000044 1

TNCF (f) – BNC (m) Cable Adaptor 404-000043 1

Bag 503-003020 1

Peg Bag 502-003055 1

For individual component weights and dimensions please see our website

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Safety Instructions

1.1 Before unrolling a mast ensure that the area is clear of people and objects.

1.2 RolaTube masts are made from robust materials and are designed to withstand normal field operation conditions. However, they can be damaged by heavy &/or sharp objects. To prevent damage, items should not placed on top of stored RolaTube masts, in either reeled or unreeled states.

1. Electric shock. Make sure that the proposed deployment site for the mast is free of overhead wires, which must be considered as dangerous electrical shock hazards. Make sure that no overhead wires are present within 50 metres of the mast.

2. Mast deployment. During mast deployment, minimise the risk of injury by taking the following precautions:

2.1 Do not deploy the mast near power lines or in thunderstorms.

2.2 Do not overload the mast top. Make sure only approved system components are fitted.

2.3 Do not allow the mast to bend.

2.4 Make sure the ground is clear of underground hazards prior to guy peg insertion.

2.5 Use the guy ropes provided and make sure that the guy ropes are tensioned correctly and ground pegs deployed and secure.

WARNINGS

2.6 Consideration must be given to the routing of any cables between the mast and equipment in addition to the guy rope placement so as not to cause a trip hazard.

2.7 If the mast is leant against a wall, the guy ropes must be in line and placed at the base of the wall to prevent the mast from toppling backwards.

2.8 Consideration must be given to deployment when in close proximity to a helicopter landing site. Notice and recording of the mast site shall be issued to the temporary site / locn commander to ensure that planning considerations for aircraft approach and downwash effects are acknowledged and catered for.

2.9 Only use the mast in the vertical axis.

3 Wind. If possible, ensure that the spine of the mast is oriented to face into wind, make sure the guys are securely pegged down, ensure the system is used within windspeed advice / parameters.

The system is rated to the loads stated and the end user is responsible for ensuring that user guides are followed and that loads are secured to the mast in a fashion that is safe and does not compromise the mast itself. RolaTube Expeditionary Systems does not accept liability or provide any warranty for usage not covered in this document.

1.3 Once the RolaTube mast has been unrolled ensure the surface is free from visible damage. Do not use the mast if there is visible damage.

1.4 If damage does occur, masts should be replaced as soon as possible, since the load carrying capacity can be reduced.

Products have been designed and tested to be compliant with the relevant aspects of MIL-STD-810G

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