AN/TSC-54
Satellite Communications Terminal

The AN/TSC-54 is a satellite terminal originally designed for quick-reaction use with a military SATCOM system. It is completely transportable in two C-130 cargo aircraft. The AN/TSC-54 requires only a few hours for assembly, installation, and the initiation of operations. Terminal elements break down into packages, none weighing more than 2.7 MT (3 t), for helicopter airlift; total weight is 10.2 MT (11.2 t). The terminal also is usable in a fixed mode and uses additional multiplexing equipment in this mode. The AN/TSC-54 is considered obsolete as a mobile terminal.

Technical Characteristics

Type of Service............... 50000KF9W (single-channel voice and FSK for tactical mode strategic mode has capabilities similar to the AN/TSC-86
Frequency Range:
Transmit............... 7.9 to 8.4 GHz
Receive............... 7.25 to 7.75 GHz
Planning Range............... 16,093 km (10,000 mi)
Power Input............... 120 V AC, 400 Hz
Power Output............... 5 kW
Antenna System............... Cloverleaf made up of four individual parabolic surfaces 3.05 m (10 ft) in diameter

AN/TSC-54 Satellite Communications Terminal

Sources and Resources

• FM 24-24 SIGNAL DATA REFERENCES: SIGNAL EQUIPMENT Section V. Multichannel Satellite Communications Terminals