The hub is built to IP67 standards so it can be left in exposed locations and remoted p to 35 metres from the radio. It forms part of the SlingShot Tactical Operations Centre

STOCS – SlingShot Tactical Operation Centre

SlingShot is a unique technology that enables in-service radios to work beyond line of sight, delivering a “battle-winning” advantage and simplified mission-planning.

In-service across the globe, SlingShot complements oversubscribed TACSAT. And with flexible leases and dedicated beams you can be confident of having command and control communications when and where you most need it.

Small, lightweight and low-power omni- directional antenna gives added safety and increases mission-success outcomes by:

  • maintaining communications on the move
  • bringing together units on land, sea and air
  • in one integrated tactical radio network
The hub is built to IP67 standards so it can be left in exposed locations and remoted p to 35 metres from the radio. It forms part of the SlingShot Tactical Operations Centre

The Ops Room

For SlingShot to operate successfully, it is essential that the antenna has Line of Sight (LOS) to the satellite. This is easily achieved on most vehicles or on the man.

In an ops room or command post scenario however, the antenna may need to be remoted away from the operating area in order to have gain clear LOS. This may be the on a roof of a building, the outside of a ship or simply further away from the command post location.

Because the Hub is IP67 rated it can be left in situ for extended periods.

The SlingShot vehicle antenna is small and omnidirectional. It can be mounted directly to the frame or with magnetic plate. It functions at speeds over 100 km/h and also forms part of the SlingShot Tactical Operations Centre System.

Remote the antenna

STOCS was specially designed to allow the antenna to be remoted up to 35 metres from the radio, meaning that whilst the antenna is positioned to see the satellite, the user can operate the system in a more suitable, potentially safer location.

It is simple and easy to set-up and the ability to extend the antenna away from the radio gives more flexibility to the overall capability. STOCS would be beneficial in any scenario where an extended field of operation is needed, other examples are; where EMC screening is necessary, or in a position where an observation post is on a forward slope but the communications system needs to be on the reverse slope for cover.

Powers the SlingShot Hub and antenna at a distance up to 35 metres, using the STOCS cable reel

What’s Included?

STOCS is available in both UHF and VHF Military frequency versions. Systems consist of a Hub unit, an omnidirectional Antenna, 2 metre and 0.15 metre antenna coaxes, a cable reel with 35 metres of RF and Power cable, an earth cable and an AC /DC mains power converter.

A 35 metre loom of power and high grade RF cable for use with the SlingShot Tactical Operations Centre System

SlingShot Tactical Operations Centre System

The antenna can either be  mounted to the Hub by aligning mounting magnets on the top of the Hub with the antenna base, or it can be positioned away from the hub using the two metre coax. The sturdy, easy to use cable reel enables fast and easy installation and removal of the system.

The STOCS gives the flexibility to position the SlingShot system and antenna away from the radio.

Download STOCS Datasheet

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