Key facts
- Brand
- U.S. Army
- Model
- VRC-87A
- Category
- Other Electronics
- Industry
- Industrial
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2023-10-15
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Operator's Manual of AN/PRC-119A/D/F, AN/VRC-87A/C/D/F, AN/VRC-88A/D/F, AN/VRC-89A/D/F, AN/VRC-90A/D/F, AN/VRC-91A/D/F, AN/VRC-92A/D/F Radio Equipment
This document is the Operator's Manual for SINCGARS Ground ICOM Combat Net Radios, covering a wide range of models including the AN/PRC-119 series and AN/VRC series. It serves as a technical guide for the operation and handling of these radios used by the Department of the Army.
The manual includes critical safety warnings regarding electrical shock, battery handling (specifically Lithium and Zinc-Air batteries), and antenna usage near power lines. It also details compatibility with various accessories such as the AN/CYZ-10 Automated Net Control Device and AN/PSN-11 Precision Lightweight GPS Receiver.
US Army VRC-87A specifications
| Publication Number | TM 11-5820-890-10-HR |
|---|---|
| Publication Date | 1 August 2004 |
| Proponent Agency | ODCSLOG |
| Superseded Document | TM 11-5820-890-10-HR, dated 1 September 1992 |
All US Army VRC-87A documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Disassembly, diagnostics and part numbers, for repair.
Questions answered in these manuals
What specific safety steps should be taken if someone is the victim of an electrical shock?
Do not try to pull or grab the individual; instead, turn off the electrical power if possible, or pull, push, or lift the person to safety using a dry wooden pole or a dry rope.
What is the maximum storage time for Lithium batteries in unused equipment?
Do not store batteries in unused equipment for more than 30 days.
What is the purpose of this publication?
This publication provides overprinted DA Forms 2062 (Hand Receipt) which list the contents of Components of End Items (COEI) and Additional Authorization List (AAL) items for Radio Sets.
How can errors in this manual be reported?
Errors can be reported via email to [email protected], online at http://edm.monmouth.army.mil/pubs/2028.html, or by mail/fax to the Commander, US Army Communications-Electronics Command.
