RT-9000E Military HF Transceiver

The Sunair RT-9000E is High-Frequency (HF) transceiver a proven solution in communications applications requiring rugged, reliable, and flexible equipment.
This next generation transceiver operates continuously (100% duty cycle) with a 125 W PEP and average output in AME, NB-FM, USB, LSB, ISB, CW, Data, or MELPe-based Digital Voice modes. The RT-9000E uses software-defined digital signal processing (DSP) technology, which supports the latest developments in high-speed waveform processing. This technology enhances the functionality of the CPU as well as the Synthesizer, Audio, and IF stages. The radio offers Automatic Link Establishment (ALE) as an internal option in accordance with MIL-STD-188-141 A/B/C, FS1045A, and S4538 as well as remote control and programming via Ethernet or serial port.
A serial port connector on the front panel allows for changes in the unit’s configuration.
With a factory-installed option, the Sunair RT-9000E High-Frequency (HF) transceiver complies with MIL-STD-188-203-1A and STANAG 5511/5522 (TADIL-A/Link 11 and NILE/Link 22) for data link operation. The RT-9000E Transceivers/Amplifiers is also compatible with MIL-STD-188-110 A/B/C and STANAG HF modem waveforms. The radio can accommodate Type 1 encryption such as ANDVT, KY-99, KG-84(), and KG-40 as well as commercial privacy devices or optional internal MELPe digital voice F/W with DES 56, AES 128 & AES 256 encryption functions. The RT-9000E SOFTWARE-DEFINED HF SSB/ISB RADIO – HF Transceiver design allows it to accommodate single or split-site operation as transmitter-only or receiver-only (T-9000E or R-9000E).

The audio interface supports analog or VoIP connections.

• Analog or VoIP Audio Interface, ED-137B Option
• Software-Defined SSB and ISB Configurations
• DSP Based Syllabic Squelch
• Remote Control via Serial and Ethernet
• Comprehensive BITE to LRU
• Internal AC Power Supply
• Data Link – MIL-STD-188-203-1A TADIL A and Link 11/22 (Factory Installed Option)
• HF Data – MIL-STD-188-110 A/B/C and STANAG
• ALE – 2G MIL-STD-188-141 A/B/C and 3G STANAG 4538
• Secure Digital Voice (MELPe S4591)
• 500 W, 1 kW, 5 kW and 10 kW LPAs
• 150 W and 1 kW Antenna Couplers

Modem Waveform: MIL-STD-188-110A/B and Equivalent STANAGs with External Modems.

Error Correction: STANAG-5066

TADIL-A/LINK 11 and NILE/LINK 22: MIL-STD-188-203-1A/STANAG-5511 and STANAG 5522 with External DTS

Automatic Link Establishment (ALE): MIL-STD-188-141A and FED-STD-1045A Internal Option. MIL-STD-188-141B 2G and STANAG 4538 3G with External Controller.

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), Aeronautical Telecommunications: Volume I/Annex 10

FCC Part 90: FCC Identifier XVKRT-9000

European CE Standard: 9000 Series, LPA-9600, and CU-9150: EN 300 373-2 v1.2.1, EN 301 843-5 v1.1.1, EN 60950; Notified Body: 1177

LINCOMPEX:  ITU-R-455-1 Improved Transmission System for HF Radiotelephone Circuits

• Defense and Security
• Millitary
• Naval
• Peacekeeping
• Aviation

HIGH-FREQUENCY (HF) TRANSCEIVERS

• Military & Tactical: Driven by a “renewed interest” in HF as an alternative to vulnerable satellite networks (A2AD environments).
• Maritime & Aviation: Essential for long-range air traffic control (ATC) in polar/oceanic regions and GMDSS-compliant safety communications.
• Amateur (Ham) Radio: Dominated by advanced SDR base stations with real-time spectrum scopes and touchscreen interfaces. 

• Wideband HF (WBHF): New standards (MIL-STD-118-110D) allow data rates that were historically impossible for HF, making it a viable primary link for digital messaging and images.
• 4G ALE (Automatic Link Establishment): Modern radios include built-in “intelligence” to automatically find and link on the best available frequency without manual tuning.
• SDR Dominance: Software-defined architectures allow for “software-only” upgrades to new encryption levels or waveforms without replacing physical hardware.
• Hybrid Connectivity: Integration with other networks; for example, cables that convert analog HF traffic into IP format for seamless plug-and-play with tactical MANET systems. 

SOFTWARE-DEFINED HF SSB/ISB RADIO

KEY TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES