RT7 — Strategic Voice & Data Encryptor

Overview

The RT7 is a half 19-inch rack-mount Strategic Terminal designed to serve as a critical hub for secure tactical communications. It connects to a single HF or V/UHF radio to provide secure voice, data, and position services for command centers, base stations, and maritime vessels.

Technical Summary

• Encryption: AES-256 bit cryptography with Access Code restriction
• Modem: Built-in high-performance data modem
• Vocoder Rate: 300 to 2400 bps (automatic rate adjustment)
• Supported Standards: STANAG 4538, 3G ALE, ARQ
• Waveform: Purpose-built waveforms including HF-2T
• Interface: Front panel QWERTY keyboard and 2.4-inch Colour OLED display
• Positioning: Built-in GPS for automatic position transfer

Operational Use Cases

• Secure Communication: Encrypts all over-the-air voice transmissions and locally stored messages.
• Tactical Messaging: Facilitates data links and connects to PC software like MessagePoint for email and situational awareness.
• Position Tracking: Automatically transfers GPS coordinates across the radio network.

Deployment Environments

This strategic terminal is designed for use in Fixed Site, Maritime, and Tactical environments. Standard deployment locations include command centers, base stations, and ships.

Performance Metrics

• Vocoder Data Rate: 300 to 2400 bps
• Security Standard: AES-256 bit encryption

Setup & Portability

The RT7 is housed in a half 19-inch rack-mount enclosure. It interfaces directly with a single radio and features a full operator interface on the front panel, eliminating the strict necessity for external peripherals during basic operation.

Compatibility

• Radio Compatibility: Connects to any HF or V/UHF radio.
• Device Interoperability: Works natively with RT5, RT3, and RT1 devices.
• Software Integration: Seamlessly connects to PC software like MessagePoint.

FAQs

• What factors commonly degrade tactical radio communication links? Poor communication is often caused by excessive distance, terrain obstacles, interference, defective equipment, or improper frequency assignment. Always verify equipment adjustment and site location to ensure a reliable link.
• How is secure digital voice transmitted over narrowband radio links? A vocoder digitizes and compresses voice audio into a low-rate datastream, typically between 300 and 2400 bps. This compressed data is then encrypted and modulated for transmission over standard HF or V/UHF radio channels.
• Does adding external encryption require a specific radio frequency band? External cryptographic terminals process baseband audio and data, allowing them to interface with various analog transmitters. Verify the terminal's physical interface compatibility with the specific HF, VHF, or UHF radio hardware used in the deployment.
• Problems we solve: where do we start with incomplete requirements? An incomplete specification can make product selection difficult. Start by sharing the task, operating environment and known constraints with Cyntony so the team can help define what to verify and which options are worth discussing (Our process).
• Outcomes we deliver: what comes from working through the requirements? The practical outcome is a requirements-led set of product options to evaluate with Cyntony. Confirm performance, compatibility and any service scope for your configuration before selection (Our process).

Video Notes

If a product video is created, focus on demonstrating the 2.4-inch OLED display and QWERTY keyboard interface. Show the physical connection process to a standard HF or V/UHF radio and highlight the half 19-inch rack-mount installation.