Defence Headquarters, 26 AUG’ 24 (RBDF): In alignment with Commander Defence Force Commodore Raymond King’s strategic vision to enhance the organization’s security posture, ten Marines from the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) completed a two-week radio training course on August 23, 2024, at HMBS Coral Harbour.
During the training, participants gained in-depth knowledge of the Harris RF-7800H-MP radio and the multiband 7850-M-HH handheld radio. The course, led by Mauricio Jimenez and Delano Henery of L3 Harris Technologies, covered programming techniques using ' Tactical Chat' and ' Communication and Planning' applications, enabling personnel to effectively operate and troubleshoot these radios in the field.
Participants were also introduced to the different operational modes of the radios, including VULOS, Quicklook, and ANW2C, which allowed for the transmission and reception of not only radio messages but also voicemail, images, and video in real time.
Additionally, the course provided instruction on various waveforms, including the 3G ALE Fix on the Harris RF-7800H-MP, and emphasized the importance of selecting the appropriate antenna, such as the Dipole NVIS, to overcome distance and signal disruption challenges. The training also underscored the necessity of operating the radios in an encrypted setting (cipher text) to ensure secure communication and prevent unauthorized data access.
The RBDF is committed to exploring advanced technologies by implementing professional training that will enhance the organization’s agility and strengthen its capabilities.
Photos by: Marine Seaman Jae’Shawn Taylor.
