8 Jan 2005 W.H. Scholz, DSO-CM, CGAUX D11s DCON1 COMMS 101 An Introduction to the Communications...

8 Jan 2005 W.H. Scholz, DSO-CM, CGAUX D11s DCON

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COMMS 101

An Introduction to the Communications Discipline and

Opportunities to Serve


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US COAST GUARD Communications

Safety of Life at Sea


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Purpose of the Presentation

General Outline of US Coast Guard Comms

The role of the Coast Guard Auxiliary

Cooperative efforts between CGAUX, CAP, US Navy MARS, USAF Mars, and others.


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United States Coast Guard

The lead military agency of the Department of Homeland Security (not DoD)

A multi-mission agency:Law Enforcement

Safety of Navigation & SAR

Military Operations

Environmental Protection

Extensive Sea-borne and Air-borne Assets


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Coast Guard Communications

CG utilizes a full range of comms:From Medium Frequency through UHF from 2 Megahertz through 800 Megahertz

CG utilizes a full range of modes:Voice

Digital Data transmission

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UNIQUE CHARACTERISTIC

In all of it’s roles, but especially in maritime safety, the CG operates as part of a world wide community, so many of

the traits of communications in the CG are driven by international rules and

regulations. Two organizations, the International Maritime Organization and the International Telecommunications

Union set many of our rules.


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GMDSS – the KEY

In 1999, a whole new concept in maritime comms was put into place.called Global Maritime Distress and Safety System


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GMDSS Components

HF Weather & Safety Broadcasts

COSPAS – Satellite based SAR services

VHF Radio

Digital Selective Calling

Automatic Identification System


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VHF RADIOMost commonly used service in coastal areasUsed by commercial and recreational vessels alikeFocused on SafetyCG monitors Channel 16 24/7Other channels used for command and control


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Digital Selective CallingGrew out of excessive channel loadingSystem involves the assignment of a unique number to each vessel or asset (shore stations) Number identifies characteristics of the vesselPossible to address one (and only one) vessel with a message (page).Position polling is also possible


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DSC, Part 2

System operates on HF and VHF with worldwide coverageDSC can not only page a specific vessel but also automatically switch that vessel’s voice radio to a specific channelDSC can page vessels in a particular area or in a pre-defined “Group”


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RESCUE 21

New project presently being implemented around the US

Enhanced VHF comms

Incorporates DSC for VHF

Adds AIS (Automatic Identification System)

Eventually will allow data transmission


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RESCUE 21, Part 2

Is presently being implemented in the Seattle area and other areas on East and Gulf Coasts

Will be implemented in Southern California in 2006

Single biggest change in CG Comms since the introduction of FM VHF radio


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Automatic Identification System

AIS is a transponder based system using UHF radios.Vessels will automatically transmit a variety of information periodicallySupplements coastal radar coverage (Vessel Traffic System) with detailed informationImplemented now on large vessels


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Coast Guard Auxiliary Roles

Fundamentally a force multiplier for the USCG

Many different missions:Public Education

Safety Patrols (Ocean and Lakes/Rivers)

Vessel Inspection

Operational Support

SAR

Harbor Security Patrols


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PACAREA COMMSCAMSPAC – Communications Area Master Station-PacificSupport of Command and ControlUtilize All Modes and All Frequencies as neededSupport of Maritime Domain Awareness programsSupport Disaster Response


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Varies by CG District

Primarily VHF Voice (now)

Used for Operational Support of the CG and for command and control of Auxiliary assets

Provides mechanism for “radio guard” for both “AUX” and “gold side” assets

CGAUX Comms - 1


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CGAUX Comms - 2In the Eleventh Coast Guard District, Southern Region, there are some 300 radio facilities (ACU’s) Most of these are hand held or mobile radiosPresently there are about 50 “fixed land” stations including several which are CGAUX properties, as opposed to privately owned.Currently four stations are manned each weekend


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CGAUX Comms - 3

Many changes are coming upIncreasing use of DSC for both safety guard purposes and command and controlMore and more participation in disaster (natural and unnatural) responseIncreasing use of data (rather than voice) commsGreater integration with the Rescue 21 project


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How do YOU Participate?

Become AUXCOM qualified first

Acquire and register an “ACU” (Auxiliary Communications Unit)

Regularly participate in weekly nets

Join special projects

Be a team member for drills and exercises either ashore, afloat or airborne


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CM Department Organization

A D S O -C MJoh n O lson

S O -C M 'sA ll D ivis ion s

A D S O -C MC oas ta l S ou thJoe S teven s

A D S O -C MC oas ta l N orth

Tren t K e lly

A D S O -C MIn lan d

V in ce O p p ed isan o

D S O -C M


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ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

DSO-CM Oversight of comms program and assets

Interface with national, Area, and other Districts

Plan and manage overall programs


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ADSO-CM’s Cognizance of all comms activities in specific geographic AOR’s

Lead development of multi-level comms networks throughout the District

Develop and implement specific programs as prototypes for District

Represent DSO-CM in District


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SO-CM’s Provide key link to membership and Division Bridges

Channel concerns and accomplishments from members to DSO-CM and to District Bridge

Direct and Oversee the implementation of “local networks”


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FSO-CM Where the “rubber meets the road”

Direct link to members

Source of accurate, complete information to membership

Source of expertise in comms procedures, programs and equipment.


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PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES

HF Communications

DSC Comms and Monitoring

PE and PA Activities

Emergency Communications

Enhanced Training and Education

Participation in Multi-agency Activities


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Interagency CooperationThe future, we believe, is in multi-agency activitiesBenefits include sharing knowledge, tools, assets, and most important, SPECTRUMThere are many agencies attempting comms, especially in times of unrest or domestic threatFew, if any have the comms assets we represent, for example a 10 KW HF station able to transmit fax data by radio.


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Interagency, Part 2

However, no matter how strong each individual agency’s assets are there is always a force multiplier available from cooperation.


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So, Who are the Agencies?

On a National and International Basis:Civil Air PatrolCoast Guard AuxiliaryUS Navy Military Affiliate Radio SystemUSAF Military Affiliate Radio SystemUS Army Military Affiliate Radio System

Each brings strengths and unique assets

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