Specifications.docx

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Anticipated Sole Source Award to Quasonix
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The file contains technical specifications for a C-band telemetry transmitter with detailed technical requirements and configuration options. The specific product is a Quasonix model QSX-VCR2-1100-20-54-07BN-DP-DSWBX-P9-PF-PM, with three units being procured by the Air Force Test Center through a sole source contract. The transmitter operates in the 4400-4950 MHz frequency range, supports multiple telemetry modulation standards including ARTM Tier 0 and Tier I, and offers 20 watts of RF output power. Key configuration features include parallel mode and frequency switching, dual power settings, and specific pin configurations for female MDM-15 and male MDM-9 connectors.

The procurement is a sole source contract under 10 USC 2302(b), targeting Quasonix, Inc. in West Chester, Ohio, with a NAICS code of 334290. Potential alternative vendors can submit a technical package demonstrating capability by 3:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time on May 15, 2025, to contracting officials Kimberly Jaime or Susana Dryer. Responses must include technical verification, representation certifications, and commercial contract details. An Air Force Test Center Ombudsman is available to address vendor concerns, with contact information provided in the solicitation notice.

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C-band telemetry transmitter

(V) Variable Rate, auto-scaling of deviation and filter BW

(C) 4400 MHz to 4950 MHz Tuning in 0.5 MHz steps

(R) RS-422, 120 ohms differential

(2) RS-232, 57,600 baud rate

(1) ARTM Tier 0 (PCM/FM), 0.05 - 14 Mbps: YES

(1) ARTM Tier I (SOQPSK-TG), 0.1 - 28 Mbps: YES

(0) ARTM Tier II (Multi-h CPM), 0.1 - 28 Mbps: NO

(0) BPSK, QPSK, OQPSK 0.05 - 14 Mbps: NO

(20) RF Output: 20 Watts (+43.0 dBm Minimum)

(54) Pin Out Configuration (07BN) Package: 2" x 3" x 1.11" = 6.66 inches³ Primary Connector: Female MDM-15 RF Output Connector: SMA Female Input Power: On Primary

Options selected:

(PM) Parallel Mode Select Option (DSWBX) Parallel frequency and mode switching via digital switchbox. The switchbox can also select LDPC codes when either the -LD or -LD6 option is ordered. Includes switchbox and wiring harness to connect to MDM-9 on accessory board (P9) MDM-9 on accessory board (PF) Parallel Frequency Select Option (DP) Dual Power (64 settings, user selects one for "high" and one for "low," chosen via baseband connector pin)

Primary Connector (Female MDM-15) Pins

1. DC Power In

2. DC Power Return

3. No Connection

4. Differential Clock Positive

5. Differential Data Positive

6. Serial Control Ground

7. RF On/Off

8. Serial Control Reply from Transmitter

9. DC Power In

10. DC Power Return

11. No Connection

12. Differential Clock Negative

13. Differential Data Negative

14. Dual Power

15. Serial Control Input to Transmitter

Other Connector Male MDM-9 Pins

1. Ground

2. XDC Control Ground (only with option XD)

3. CH1 XDC Control Out (only with option XD)

4. No Connection

5. Transmitter Replies to Switchbox (only with options PF/PM)

6. 3.3VDC + Output

7. No Connection

8. CH2 XDC Control Out (only with option XD)

9. Switchbox Commands to Transmitter (only with options PF/PM

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