XOXO Flashcards
Define strategic comms
Communications with units and authorities requiring the use of shore stations to convey operational information and administrative information, typically long range and world wide coverage.
What is the definition of military comms
The rapid transfer of information between military units and the authority that controls them.
List 3 method of communication
- visual
- radio
- line
Define radio communications
A system using the medium of radio waves to transmit and receive information
What is the main RN application for HF?
Medium-long range, tactical and strategic communications
What is the main RN application for VLF?
Shore to submarine, strategic
Define propagation
The way in which radio waves travel through the earths atmosphere and space
What range of frequencies are suitable for sky wave propagation?
MF / HF
Define the term “Emission designator”
An internationally recognised shorthand used to ACCURATELY describe the construction of an emission.
What does the acronym RATT mean?
Radio automatic teletype
The FSC can be the same as FASS. True or False
TRUE
Why do we offset?
To centre the emission around the frequency assigned
