The Orion X500 from Ultra Intelligence & Communications is a 3-Channel Software-Defined Tactical Radio. It has 2 tactical SDR channels with a throughput of up to 400 Mbps per tactical and supports two point-to-point links or a mix of point-to-point, point-to-multipoint and mesh. The third channel can be used as a secure 802.11 or LTE access channel. It simultaneously supports multiple frequency bands (NATO Bands 3, 3+, 4, ISM) and multiple topologies (PTP, PMP, Mesh). This radio utilizes advanced LPI/LPD and anti-jam mechanisms and provides interference mitigation via dual TDD/FDD support. It has an extremely low-latency mode for air defense applications and provides a unified network capable of supporting diverse user requirements and resilient network operations in contested environments.
The Orion X500 enhances the communications capabilities of military units by providing higher levels of data throughput at extended ranges, including critical areas at the tactical edge. With a standard browser, operators can easily configure waveforms, set up links and monitor connectivity. It comes with a modern and intuitive user interface (UI) and the embedded encryption capabilities allow for up to three different encryption keys for independent data streams. The multi-mode Spectrum Scan feature turns the ORION radio into a spectrum analyzer that allows the operator to identify neighboring signals and potential interferers as seen from the antenna in its operating position. It is available in a transportable enclosure and has been tested under extreme conditions from -40°C to +60°C.
