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HF & LMR Integrated solution

The MRAY is a unique solution for linking multiple analog/P25 repeater sites. The solution integrates Codan’s Envoy™ HF smart radio, an LMR VHF/UHF 30 W Repeater and 3031 Crosspatch™ to enable long distance communications between two or more P25 repeater sites via a HF link.

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Links multiple analog/P25 repeater sites

The MRAY provides both on-site radio coverage, via the self-contained analog or P25 repeater, and long-range linking of the local communication via the included 125 W SDR Envoy™ HF radio. It delivers the distinct advantages of rapid deployment, ease of use, and long distance communications where previously a leased line, microwave or private IP networks were the only options.

LONG DISTANCE P25

Enables long distance communications between two or more P25 repeater sites over a HF link, with no backbone infrastructure or satellite link required

LONG DISTANCE P25

SECURE COMMUNICATIONS

Configurable to different security standards for encryption over the HF and VHF/UHF links, ensuring communications remain confidential

SECURE COMMUNICATIONS

RAPID DEPLOYMENT

Easy to configure and requires only an antenna for instant communications and the linking of multiple repeater sites

RAPID DEPLOYMENT

FLEXIBLE FREQUENCIES

Easy to configure to suit any frequency requirements

FLEXIBLE FREQUENCIES

Lightweight and rugged

Housed in a polyethylene weather resistant case for rapid deployment, the MRAY’s compact design enables it to be transported in passenger vehicles and commercial aircraft. The MRAY is a complete self-contained solution with optional accessories including a solar panel system, battery case, and antenna and masts.

LONG DISTANCE P25

Enables long distance communications between two or more P25 repeater sites over a HF link, with no backbone infrastructure or satellite link required

SECURE COMMUNICATIONS

Configurable to different security standards for encryption over the HF and VHF/UHF links, ensuring communications remain confidential

RAPID DEPLOYMENT

Easy to configure and requires only an antenna for instant communications and the linking of multiple repeater sites

FLEXIBLE FREQUENCIES

Easy to configure to suit any frequency requirements

LIGHTWEIGHT AND RUGGED

Housed in a polyethylene weather resistant case, that is both tough and lightweight, with wheels and handles for easy transportation by vehicle or aircraft

PROBLEM SOLUTION FOR LINKING DISTANT LMR RADIO SITES

Problem: The distance between two or more local LMR radio sites can be too great for typical LMR technology to overcome, which means that the groups of subscribers associated with each site are unable to communicate with each other.

Solution: A HF link crosspatched to an LMR repeater at each site enables long distance communications between two or more local LMR sites — previously a leased line, microwaves or private IP networks were the only option. VHF and UHF cannot provide this link due to the physical nature of propagation.

Solar Panel System

Codan offers a compact solar panel package for use with its transportable radio repeater family or for use in any application requiring rapidly deployable DC power that is compact and easy to carry and set up

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Battery Backup

The MRAY can operate directly from worldwide AC mains using its internal wide-range power supply. With the additional Power Case, the MRAY can operate from its self-contained power source for up to 66 hours, with recharging possible from various AC and DC sources.

Tactical 411 Broadband Antenna

The Code 411 Antenna provides excellent performance for short to medium distance HF communications. It is offered in a range of lengths to suit installation requirements. The antenna is supplied completely assembled and ready for installation.

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P25 Network Extension

When groups of people are operating in different areas separated by a large distance, each group requires local communications and may also require communications between the groups, either continuously or as needed. An MRAY will provide local communications as a VHF or UHF repeater system while also enabling the groups to communicate with each over a HF link via activation of the link on their handset. MRAY can easily be transported and re-deployed to new areas and new groups can be added to the network to allow multiple groups to communicate with each other.

P25 Communications Extension

When a command center, dispatch or central communications compound needs to keep continuous communications with a group of personnel in the field a long distance away, the field personnel deploy an MRAY and use the HF link to communicate back to the command center. The command center can then use a HF radio (or an MRAY) to create a link back to the field personnel. The field personnel do not require HF radio equipment to communicate back with the command center, using less expensive and smaller LMR handheld radios while also using the MRAY to repeat local VHF or UHF communications to each other.

Extended Communications Deployment Area

A group of field personnel in a small area can maintain local communications while also expanding the network over long distances to other field personnel moving outside of the initial communications deployment area using an MRAY. The MRAY is used to create a local communications area with LMR equipment while crosspatching to HF in order to extend long distance communications to other field personnel using HF “manpack” radios. The HF radios can also communicate directly with each other over HF radio links created from manpack to manpack.

General

  • Channel Capacity

    Up to 1000 channels with Envoy™ and up to 32 channels for LMR

  • Operational Time

    Up to 66 hours (100 Ah SLA battery),
    53 hours (80 Ah SLA battery) or
    24 hours (35 Ah SLA Battery)

  • Temperature Rating

    –30°C to 60°C

MRAY Transportable Transceiver

RF

  • HF

    LMR

  • Frequency Range

    1.6 to 30 MHz
    250 kHz to 30 MHz receive

    VHF, UHF or 700/800/900 MHz

  • Power rating

    125 W PEP

    3 to 30 W

  • Operating mode

    Single sideband (J3E, USB, LSB, AM, ISB)

    FM Analog or P25 Digital

  • RF output impedance

    50 Ω (N-type, female)

    50 Ω (N-type, female)

ELECTRICAL

  • AC operating range

    100 to 240 V AC ±10% 50/60 Hz

  • System operating voltage

    12 V DC nominal (10 to 16 V DC operational)

  • External DC charge range

    Battery charge input: 13 to 26 V DC
    Battery charge output: 8 A max

  • Protection

    Fully protected against supply under/over voltage, RF load open/short circuit/high VSWR

MECHANICAL

  • Environmental

    Designed to MIL-STD-810G for shock and vibration

  • Dimensions

    630 mm W x 495 mm D x 297 mm H (main case)
    575 W x 350 D x 230 mm H (power case)

  • Weight

    Approx 28 kg (main case with HF and VHF/UHF transceivers and PSU installed),
    20 kg HF only, 31 kg (80Ah battery case)

  • Colour

    Black or high-visibility yellow

SYSTEM OPTIONS

  • (TO BE ORDERED SEPARATELY)

  • Transceiver

    HF: Envoy™ or NGT™ MR, SRx or VR series
    LMR: MT-4E series

  • Power Case

    Pelican Case power source available in a 100Ah, 80Ah or 35Ah sealed lead acid battery case
    Inbuilt battery management and charging capability from DC supply

  • Modem

    Envoy™ Internal Modem, or RM50e/3212/3012 External Modem

  • Crosspatch™

    CODAN™ 3031 Crosspatch™ for interconnection of third party VHF/UHF

  • Antennas

    Tactical Deployment: Tactical Broadband Dipole Antenna
    Mobile Deployment: 3040/9350 Automatic Tuning Whip Antenna or
    3042/3046 Antenna Tuner with suitable Whip
    Range of VHF/UHF antennas available