SATCOM TacTalk Tactical Messaging Software Application User Guide
- June 3, 2024
- SATCOM
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SATCOM TacTalk Tactical Messaging Software Application
TacTalk Messaging Application: Secure Voice, Chat, File Transfer, Predefined
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TacTalk – Messaging Application
TacTalk is a tactical VOICE & MESSAGING software Application which provides
the ability to make radio calls, send and receive messages and attached files
easily, efficiently and reliably over HF and V/UHF radio links in full secure
modes.
Suitable for Manpacks with rugged PC Tablets, Vehicular Stations using Rugged
Laptops, and Base Stations using Desk top PC with large screens.
Sending and receiving MISSION INSTRUCTIONS, SITUATION REPORTS & FILES in a secure, quick and uncomplicated way.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- Messaging over HF & V/UHF networks
- Broadcast and Point-to-point on File transfer capability
- Callsigns can be selected from an Address Book.
- External Email Client Interface (POP3, SMTP)
- Message transfer progress indication
- Successful Delivery indication & Notification
- Compression, Resumption, Prioritization
- EMCON support
- Broadcast on all scan list frequencies
- Interface seamlessly with TacTalk+ SA Application.
- Interface Voice Calls and TEXT seamlessly with radios without TacTalk application.
- MS Windows® Software Package
FRONTLINE MESSAGING
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TacTalk is a Microsoft® Windows® application which allows operators to communicate rapidly and securely by using threaded Chat Messaging and File Transfer from within the application.
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Users can compose emails using well known email clients such as Microsoft® Outlook® and Thundebird™.
TacTalk will ensure they get delivered accurately to selected Call Signs on the radio network. -
Messages and Voice calls between TacTalk+ to TacTalk enabled as well as radios without either is seamless.
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Complete record of messages for saving or printing.
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Tracking in TacTalk+ of any TacTalk enabled as well as radios or terminals without TacTalk is seamless.
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Pre-defined forms speed up tactical correspondence.
RELIABLE MESSAGING
Reliable delivery of crucial information is essential in disaster recovery, operational or tactical environments. TacTalk ensures quick and accurate delivery of messages and files using (Automatic Repeat reQuest) ARQ protocols. Message delivery status notification is provided.
EFFECTIVE CHANNEL USE
All messages and files are sent compressed and delivered in order of assigned priority. TacTalk will automatically retry and resume undelivered or interrupted messages. TacTalk will optimise each message: File attachments are compressed and Image files can be optionally resized. This results in smaller transmission sizes and faster delivery.
MULTI-FREQUENCY SUPPORT (ALE) – OPTIONAL
TacTalk optionally uses the Automatic Link Establishment (ALE) function of the RT and RA modem to enable efficient multi-frequency operation.
MESSAGE ARCHIVE
TacTalk provides a time-stamped archive history, which gives the operator an overview of all messages sent and received. The archive allows resending of messages which were not delivered.
RT AND RA TERMINALS AND MODEMS
TacTalk is designed to support the RT and RA Terminal and Modem range, ensuring 100% messaging interoperability.
EASE OF USE
TacTalk is designed for maximum ease of use. The installation and configuration are completed with a quick step-by-step wizard. TacTalk provides clear indications of network activity including Secure Digital Voice communications, which can be accommodated on the same channel.
PROGRESS AND STATUS
The delivery progress of larger incoming and outgoing messages is displayed on the TacTalk User Interface. This gives the operator a clear view of network activity and transfer throughput.
CONFIGURATION
The TacTalk Network is configured using the sat-Com Mission Plan Application. The Network design, Frequencies, Call Signs (Address Book) is automatically transferred from the modem to TacTalk, requiring very little configuration from the operator.
ADDRESS BOOK
Address book functionality has been built into TacTalk: all contacts specified for the network can be viewed, addressed by point-to-point Chat and exported to a file, which can then be imported into compatible email clients for example MS Outlook®.
TacTalk APPLICATION
MESSAGING| VOICE: POSITIONS: MESSAGING: VISUALIZATION: RADIO NETWORK:| Secure Digital and Analogue call creation, answer and status information Co-Ordinates can be distributed or pulled in TEXT
Text Messages, SMS, QuickCodes, File Transfer, Template-based Forms Message History can be save and printed.
Activity indication, RX & TX data type indication
VOICE SUPPORT| Secure Digital and Analogue voice support. Point-to-point
(Private Line) or Broadcast calls.
MODEM CONTROL| ALE (Automatic Link Establishment) ALM (Automatic Link
Maintenance)
ARQ Data (Automatic Repeat reQuest) Collision Avoidance and Recovery
EMCON (Emission Control, Radio TX inhibit) STANAG 4538 (3G) Modem support (RAP1 / RIPC protocol)
OPERATING SYSTEMS| Windows 7, 8, 10 and 11 on 32 and 64-bit systems.
MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS| 32 GB HDD/SDD Storage 8GB RAM Memory
RS232 Serial + 10/100 Ethernet Port
| Touch screen or Keyboard & Mouse
4:3 Aspect Ratio – Minimum 1024 x 768 pixel display
MODEM / RADIO| Address Book, Chat client, Recent chats, Modem status, Network
status, Email Inbox & Outbox status User define “Quick Messages”, GPS position
display
MODEM / RADIO| Serial RS232 / Ethernet TCP/IP* for Data and Modem Control.
DEVICES SUPPORTED| RA2, RA7, RT7: Interfaces to TacTalk via RJ45 Ethernet
Cable RA5, RT5: Interface to TacTalk via P17W Ethernet Cable RAP-CB-0484-ETH
RA3, RT3: Interface to TacTalk via 62IN4P Ethernet Cable RAP-CB-2937-ETH
LICENSE| Unlimited Once lifetime TacTalk License per each Modem| ORDER INFO:|
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