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1 Rapidly deployable secure cellular comms Delivering global protection

Capability Overview SMARTLINK is a rapidly deployable, scalable, low size, weight and power (SWAP) cellular network-in-a-box for demanding operational environments.

2 Capability Overview SMARTLINK is a rapidly deployable, scalable, low size, weight and power (SWAP) cellular network-in-a-box for demanding operational environments. Its small form factor, long range yet low overall power consumption is unrivalled in the market, allowing cellular technology to revolutionise operations in a wide range of deployment scenarios. Users have access to all the features of a high-end cellular network enabling voice, image and video sharing in real time. By offering a complete network-in-a-box including a private app server, the system can be upgraded for specific missions and to meet the changing demands of the battlespace. Unconstrained Voice And Data Greater Collaboration 2

Capability Overview Current tactical military radios constrain users by having insufficient bandwidth to cope with growing data requirements. These radios are also proprietary, expensive and heavy.

3 Capability Overview Current tactical military radios constrain users by having insufficient bandwidth to cope with growing data requirements. These radios are also proprietary, expensive and heavy. All of this increases the burden on the soldier and constrains their situational awareness. As a result, users are demanding the smartphone and tablet experience on the battlefield. SMARTLINK offers the backbone for this capability by providing a dedicated, secure cellular network. Each soldier is now able to carry less weight, maintain their PTT radio communications and share location, video and image data in real time. USER SCENARIOS Dismounted Soldiers Comms on The Move (CoTM) Maritime interdiction Forward command and reconnaissance positions Disaster Relief and Humanitarian Aid Border Security Unmanned Air and Ground Vehicle control and real time data transfer Unmanned Ground Sensor connectivity Training Area Cellular Coverage Welfare and administrative support Greater Situational Awareness Increased Mission Effectiveness 3

Features LOW SWAP SMARTLINK weighs 6.6Kg and consuming less than 75W a new market benchmark. It also reduces the burden on the user as each user only has to carry a smartphone.

WIDE AREA MOBILE CONNECTIVITY Out of the box, a single SMARTLINK provides a communications bubble out to 5km.

4 Features LOW SWAP SMARTLINK weighs 6.6Kg and consuming less than 75W a new market benchmark. It also reduces the burden on the user as each user only has to carry a smartphone. Rapid Scalable Deployment SMARTLINK provides a complete 3G communications network within less than 3 minutes. Additional SMARTLINK units can be deployed to extend the coverage area. WIDE AREA MOBILE CONNECTIVITY Out of the box, a single SMARTLINK provides a communications bubble out to 5km. REDUCED OPEX, CAPEX AND TRAINING BURDEN Utilising Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) technology, the training and maintenance requirements are significantly reduced providing a total whole life solution which is much cheaper than traditional military communications technologies. RUGGEDISED MIL STD environmental and IP67 rating enable SMARTLINK to be deployed in any demanding environment. BUILT-IN APP SERVER With application servers hosted on the box, applications such as PTT (Push to Talk) and Situational Awareness Applications can be delivered on the same network removing the need access to external networks or additional hardware. SECURE Employing Kasumi and AES256, communications are secure. SMARTLINK is also agnostic to additional application level security which can be utilised for various security classifications. 4

5 Deployment Scenarios Dismounted Soldier Tactical UAV Connectivity Comms on The Pause (CoTP) Comms on The Move (CoTM) HQ (Static) Maritime 5

The Technology SMARTLINK uses UMTS 3G HSPA communications to allow COTS mobile technology to be deployed on the battlespace.

By employing the latest radio frequency and power amplifier technology SMARTLINK provides twice the output power of similar size solutions to increase the coverage area

Security on the backhaul and reachback network is implemented using AES-256 encryption over a VPN (Virtual Private Network).

6 The Technology SMARTLINK uses UMTS 3G HSPA communications to allow COTS mobile technology to be deployed on the battlespace. Air interface security is provided in the form of Kasumi Encryption with additional encryption possible at the application layer. By employing the latest radio frequency and power amplifier technology SMARTLINK provides twice the output power of similar size solutions to increase the coverage area of the network. Network scalability is offered by deploying multiple SMARTLINK systems connected via standard IP connections. Security on the backhaul and reachback network is implemented using AES-256 encryption over a VPN (Virtual Private Network). This has the additional benefit of reduced network setup time. Extended connectivity back to the PSTN can be offered through SIP server connections using standard internet connections. NETWORK ARCHITECTURE SMARTLINK SMARTLINK SMARTLINK Internet Private Network Private Network PSTN Ethernet Connection SIP Server External Network Asset 6

7 Complete Cellular Solution Offering ANCILLARIES With a large range of deployment scenarios, SMARTLINK can be supplied with the ancillaries to meet your needs. Rugged or COTS Phones with standard military or custom headsets Masts with mounting brackets SIM Cards Alternative Power Cables Batteries Reachback and backhaul hardware and services APPLICATIONS Your communications requirement may not simply encompass standard 3G voice and data. With SMARTLINK the solution can be scaled to include applications that improve mission effectiveness. Some of these are: PTT (Push-to-talk) Situational Awareness Collaboration Software File, video and image sharing Mapping CUSTOMISATION SMARTLINK is designed as a platform with the future in mind. A number of upgrades are possible to meet your requirements. These include: SMARTLINK Specification 3GPP Release 6 Number of connected 100 users Number of simultaneously 16 active users in call Maximum User Speed 120kph (70mph) Backhaul and Reachback IP interface Maximum Downlink Data 8Mbps Rate Maximum Uplink Data Rate 2Mbps Standard Frequency Bands Transmit Power Total Power Consumption Power Supply Dimensions Weight Operational Temperature Range IP Rating Environmental Compliance EMC Compliance Export and ITAR UMTS Band I and VIII 33dBm 75W 10-36V DC 335mm x 240mm x 102mm 6.6Kg (excl batteries and antennas) -33 C to +49 C IP67 MIL-STD 810G MIL-STD 461F ITAR Free Rebanding to military bands or other frequency bands IMSI grabbing and other surveillance techniques Simultaneous Multiple Standards/Frequency Bands Anti-Jamming Technologies User Specific Application Integration and Development 7

8 Chemring Technology Solutions is a global provider of advanced Electronic Warfare (EW), Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD), and Communication Information Systems (CIS) products that deliver leading edge technology to mitigate current and emerging threats. Trusted by armed forces, governments, and national security customers worldwide our understanding of operational requirements allows us to deliver products able to meet today s asymmetric threat environments. Our products are relied upon by the best equipped armed forces in the world, including the UK MOD and NATO allies. We provide our customers peace of mind by providing solutions that ensure the suitability, long term supply and through-life support of our products. Working as part of the Chemring Group we are able to support and supply our products globally, and with a worldwide network of agents and distributors our products are accessible in all regions. Our heritage dates back to the development of early radar and the first mobile digital communications system. Over many years our trusted equipment has supported operations from Northern Ireland to Afghanistan. Our product range has continued to develop and we now operate from two sites in the UK where our world-class engineers and operational experts create innovative products that protect and enhance lives. DISCUSS YOUR SMARTLINK REQUIREMENTS TODAY If you would like to know more about SmartLink contact Will Tucker. Call: +44 (0) info@chemringts.com Visit: Chemring Technology Solutions Old Salisbury Lane, Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 0ZN, UK T: +44 (0) F: +44 (0) info@chemringts.com Chemring Technology Solutions Limited 2015 All rights reserved This publication is issued to provide outline information only, which (unless agreed by the company in writing) may not be used, applied or reproduced for any purpose or form part of any order or contract or be regarded as representation relating to the products or services concerned. The company reserves the right to alter without notice the specification, design or conditions of supply of any product or service

Rapidly deployable secure cellular comms

Rapidly deployable secure cellular comms Delivering global protection CAPABILITY OVERVIEW SMARTLINK is a rapidly deployable, scalable, low size, weight and power (SWAP) cellular network-in-a-box for demanding