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Counter IED SolutionsDefense against Radio Controlled Triggers

used to detonate RCIED weapons

From the RCIED Task Force of Homeland Security Strategies GBwww.bombjammer.com (web) [email protected] (email)

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RCIED Jammers: Index

What is an RCIED?Defining the

problem. Common threats &

examples

ECM JammingSystems

Protection

Distances

Designing the RightJammer for the RightMission

About theBombJammer™ Architecture

Jammer Variations

and Deployment



Please note: the contents of this program areUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY NO COPIES AUTHORIZED!

Questions? Requests? Contact the Electronic Warfare Division,

Homeland Security Strategies GB [email protected] (e-mail)

RCIED stands for:R adio ControlledImprovised Explosive Device.

In other words, an RCIED is anExplosive Device which utilizes aradio receiver as a detonationswitch.

Improvised means this Explosiveweapon was not assembled in afactory, but put together insomeone‘s house, withcommercial electronic parts suchas car alarm equipment to mobile

cellular phones.





The problem in dealing with RCIED weapons is that you do not know whattype of RCIED that needs to be defeated (as in the case of cellular basedtriggers, wireless data based triggers, or RF spectrum detonators anywherefrom low Megahertz to high Gigahertz frequency bands).

You do not know the distance between the Trigger-Man and the RCIED‘s radioreceiver.

You also do not know the powerof the Trigger-Man‘s transmitter.

Understanding these basic ideasis vital, as once the defenderacknowledges these issues (theseunknown variables), one canprepare accordingly.

Defining the Problem of Radio Controlled IED Weapons



Common IED Threats, their general bandwidth locations,and their respective frequencies where they reside.



Examples of IED Threats

In order to understand how improvised

explosive devices are put together, look at thecomponents of this Car Alarm.

Now look what happens when you remove the

siren and replace it with an explosive payload

and blasting caps. The commercial appliance

has now been transformed into a deadly weapon.



Additional Examples of Commercially Available Electronics that canbe built into an IED Threat

CB Radios

Cordless

Phones

Wireless

Doorbells

Satellite

Phones

Radio

Controlled

Toy Cars &Toy

Airplanes

Wireless

PDAs

Garage

Door

Openers

Walkie

Talkies(uhf & vhf

radios)

Keyless

Entry

Equipment

Electronic

Pagers &

Restaurant

Paging

Equipment

Business

Radios

Cellular

Phones



ECM Jamming Systems:

Countering the threatThere are several RF Jamming technologies in use today.

Electronic CounterMeasures are found to use multiplemethods and techniques. They include:

Swept Spectrum Jamming

Barrage (Random Swept CW) Jamming

Intelligent Spot Jamming



Swept Continuous Wave Jamming

Swept CW (Continuous Wave) is a jamming technique that can be explained in which the carrier frequency of the jamming is not noise-modulated, but only swept over the frequency ranges that correspond to the bands thatcould be used by radio triggers. In this technique, the exact frequency of the radio trigger does not have to beknown ahead of time.

If the band is relatively narrow, then the carrier need not be modulated to still be effective in jamming thereceiver. However, this is usually not the case, and therefore, the jamming effectiveness of swept CW is greatlydiminished when deployed over a wide bandwidth.

The reason for this is that the sweep rate must be very fast in order to re-visit all the frequencies within theswept band. If the sweep rate is too slow, then the radio trigger can function between the time it takes for thesweep to return again to the same operating frequency or channel.

But the fast sweep rate causes the jamming carrier to sweep past the receiver‘s channel so rapidly that there isnot enough time for the jamming signal to build-up to its maximum level as perceived by the receiver. This effectis particularly evident in communication receivers that have a

Relatively narrow channel width or receiver ―passband.‖ If the sweep is slowed down to allow more time for thereceiver to respond to the jamming signal, then the re-visit time is increased, and that opens up the opportunityfor the radio trigger to function (as mentioned). Significantly increasing the power of the jammer can balance tosome extent the inevitable losses peculiar to swept CW jammers.



Spot Jamming is an effective technique, but only when the frequency or channel of the radio trigger is known inadvance. The carrier frequency of the jammer is modulated by a random noise waveform to form a signal whosenoise bandwidth overlaps that of the suspected signal transmitted over to the radio trigger. The noise interfereswith the reception of the desired signal and prevents the bomb from being detonated.

Unfortunately, this technique is only effective if the frequency is known absolutely and positively in advance,which is usually not the case. Attempts have been made to first detect and measure the frequency of the radio

trigger in order that a jammer can be tuned or ―set-on‖ to the frequency.

However, the extremely short time required to intercept, measure and set-on a spot-jammer to the frequency ofthe radio link signal - in the presence of many other legitimate signals across the frequency spectrum - make thisan exceedingly difficult task.

Intelligent Spot Jamming



Barrage is a jamming technique that overcomes the problem of not knowing the operating frequency or channel

of the radio trigger used to detonate the IED. It is similar to spot noise, except that the bandwidth of the noise-modulated jamming signal is made much greater in order to cover an entire communication band rather than justone channel.

The carrier frequency of the jammer is modulated by a noise-like waveform to form a signal whose bandwidth fillsthe entire band with noise that is perceived by the receiver as interference.

The disadvantage of Barrage Noise is that the noise is spread over such a large spectral bandwidth that its jamming effectiveness is degraded, yet this is compensated for by increasing the RF power output of the jammerfrom hundreds of watts to even thousands of watts.

Barrage Jamming is typically effective against very low-powered transmitters that are located at distances farfrom the IED. It may also be effective against narrowband frequency ranges.

Barrage Jamming



Protection Distances

Is the terrorist using a GSM Cell phone or a2 Watt FRS 2-Way Radio?Did he modify his 2 Watt Radio in to a 5Watt Radio?

You don‘t know! Neither does ANYJammer Manufacturer!

The only way to effectively defend against this threat is with abarrage type jammer with brute force to jam the receiver from

receiving the enemy signal to detonate.

Many Jammer manufacturers give a ―Protection Distance‖.

There are many unknown, uncontrolled variables such as enemytransmitter power, distance between transmitter and receiver, anddistance between jammer and RCIED. Therefore, it is impossible tocalculate an actual ―Protection Distance‖.

Testing distances under controlled conditions are the ONLY values whichcan be validated for protection distances.



Distances (continued)

However, the BombJammer™ VIP Systems have beentested against multiple threats at controlled distances andoutput powers.

RCIED

Transmitter with

unknown power output

As previously stated, no distance canbe guaranteed as a result of multiple

factors which are beyond control.



The following are typical results achieved when testing known threats against aBombJammer™ VIP 500 Series.

SUMMARY All unmodified threats on frequencies from 10-6000MHz (No breaks) areEFFECTIVELY JAMMED when tested at 250 Meters on average with jammer at

center point between RCIED Receiver and the Enemy Transmitter.

Under controlled conditions, the radius around vehicle equipped with the VIP 300 series against RCIED threats at 175 to 310 Meters from vehicle defeatedthese threats.

137 MHz

DTMF Encode

HAM Radio DEFEATED

175 MHz Garage Door Openers DEFEATED

223 MHzLong Range CordlessPhone

DEFEATED

430 MHz Car Alarm Key Fobs DEFEATED

460 MHz FRS/GMRS Radios DEFEATED

470 MHz

UHF 2-Way Radio

w/DTMF DEFEATED

800-2000 MHz

ALL Cell Phone

Protocols

DEFEATED

2400-2500 MHz

ALL Satellite Phone

Frequencies DEFEATED

2495-4000 MHz

RF Commercial

Frequencies

DEFEATED

3995-6000 MHz

RF Commercial

Frequencies DEFEATED

Protection Distances (continued)



RCIED Jammers: Users & Missions

RCIED Jammers areused in:

• Convoy missions

• Facility installations

• Perimeter borders

Convoy Security: Drivers of vehicles switch them on toprotect from Roadside Bombs. Drivers switch them off tocommunicate, unless they initiate a BombJammer™ utilitywith sub-band ‗windows‘ or notches in the RF JammingSpectrum to exchange brief voice or data broadcasts.

Facility Jamming: To prevent terrorist / insurgent attack onGovernment controlled buildings, RF Jammer shielding isimplemented to combat RCIED and Suicide Bomber attacks

using hand-carried Radio Triggered weapons. Fromembassies, military camps – barracks, as well as commerciallocations where people are targeted are all areas to bedefended against attack by RCIEDs.

Perimeter borders: Because terrorists target people in

transit, the safety of a border crossing is no exception.Checkpoints within or adjoining hostile environments wherethe rule of law may be challenged by bands of individuals onroute to commit attack by RCIED deploy BombJammer™configurations. Solutions involve stationary and mobile units.



Users & Missions: Who Decides what type ofJammer to Deploy?

BombJammer™ RF Jammers are designed to defeat many types of threats.

However, Jammers are also ordered to be constructed to the specifications ofProcurement Groups, generally untrained in RCIED Defeat. When buyerscompare RF Jammers from one manufacturer to another, the result is rarely a

proper comparison, as price, not theory of operation, generally determineswhich system is the one for the mission.

The only qualified buyer of an RF Jammer used to keep those safe from RCIEDthreats would be one who has undergone the proper EOD education onCountering IED threats.

In most instances, BombJammer™ training is available at the production facilityfor one reason only: When a buyer learns from the engineering officers whobuild the systems operating in the field, they gain a better intelligence level onwhat to expect, the inter-relationship between the jamming equipment andphysics involved, and what type of Jammer is the one for the mission at hand.



Open-Ended Architecture

All BombJammer™ VIP Systems are of modular design and open-ended

architecture. This ability allows for addition of modules for future RF threatsof higher frequency.

The modular design of the BombJammer™ systems allows for continued operation ofunaffected modules should a module fail or be destroyed. Most other jammers becomenon-functional should a failure occur.



Jammer Variations

There are 3 Types of BombJammer™ variations.

What follows are a brief collection of some of themodels designed for use in multiple environments bymultiple users:

Vehicle Mounted BombJammer™ Transportable BombJammer™

Stationary BombJammer™



Model VIP-300T BombJammer™

is a modular ElectronicCountermeasure System for

covert operation, designed fordefensive jamming of RadioControlled Improvised ExplosiveDevices (RCIEDs).

VIP-300TCOVERT IED JAMMER — TRUNK MOUNTED VERSION

The BombJammer™ VIP-300T uses proprietary RF technology to transmit FastRandomly Swept Continuous Wave (CW) signals that interfere with the operation

of radio-controlled links used to detonate explosives such as roadside bombs.This multi-band jammer is comprised of seven (7) modules that jam all knownRCIED threats in the frequency range of 20 MHz to 2500 MHz. Specific threatsinclude VHF and UHF Radios, Long-Range Cordless Phones, Cellular Phones,Satellite Phones, Remote Control Devices such as RC Models and Wireless

Actuators, Pagers and Portable Radios — Walkie-Talkies.The BombJammer™ VIP-300T provides contiguous spectralcoverage from 20 to 2,000 MHz and from 2,400 to 2,500 MHz;thus creating an intensive barrage of interference over seven

(7) frequency bands. The target is thus protected against attackfrom RCIEDs by preventing the detonation of the associatedexplosive bomb.The system is suitable for mounting inside any vehicle‘s cargo area or within thetrunk. It is powered directly by the existing 12-volt automotive electrical system ifequipped with a high-output alternator.



When additional spectral coverage is required for unforeseen threats, the VIP-

300TE is required. Providing an extendedRF Jamming envelope, the VIP300TE exudes electromagnetic interference usinga full force barrage of energy in a manner that attacks radio waves at thereceiving end to counter a radio triggering device from receiving signals.

Designed as the next level from the VIP300T series, the VIP300TE offers RFJamming starting at 20MHz through 6,000 MHz for the reason that there doesexist threats at the higher spectrum. Although those threats are limited, theystill exist and the VIP300TE is able to target those dangers from receiving an

RCIED detonation signal.

VIP-300TEHigh Power Barrage Jammer

The High Powered Jamming System can also be deployed in an Armored SUV

System Architecture is designed to counter

RCIED threats of commercially available radioelectronics found in IEDs, Sattelite Phone &Cellular IEDs, Long Range Cordless PhoneIEDs, and other known threats (and futureunknown threats)



The VIP 500 was built with modular systemarchitecture to meet the changing tactical andoperational threat environment:• Band-specific modules for threat specific coverage enabling a high spectral powerdensity and effective jamming radius• Multiple matched antennas for higher radiation efficiency

This is a multi-band jammer with extended abilities that interferes with signals inthe frequency range of 20 MHz to 6 GHz. Including most current threats includingcell phones, walkie talkies, and satellite phones. Using this unique technique, theBombjammer™ VIP 500 creates intensive barrage interference within the wholefrequency range and at the same time amplifies the jamming signal on the 6 narrowfrequency channels which makes it more effective against the use of walkie talkiesand cell phones – known devices utilized by terrorists for remote controldetonation.

The system is suitable formounting on any vehicle.

The VIP-500 is one of a series of jamming systems that offersprotection against radio-controlledroadside bombs to VIPs andMilitary and GovernmentPersonnel.

By effectively emitting a protectiveshield of electromagneticradiation, the target is protectedagainst a terror attack with aremote controlled improvisedexplosive device (RCIED).

VIP-500HIGH POWER BOMBJAMMER™

(ROOF MOUNTED)



The VIP-300C is a vehicle mounted Communications Jammer. This ComJammer provides communication jamming within the range of 20MHz -

2,500MHz on the RF Spectrum without any frequency gaps, ensuringcomplete and continuous RF jamming to attack all respectivecommunication bands.

The VIP300c Com Jammer has successfully eliminated the use ofa Laptop for programming & operating.(Traditional RF Jammers are deployed with a Laptop forprogramming of RF threats to be defeated. )

The VIP300C has its own interface built in for Field Programming,with SELECTABLE TUNING of communication bands deemed to bethreat sources without the need for factory adjustment.

This provides greateraccuracy and ease for

battlefield communication jamming, as well as RCIED

Defeat.

VIP-300cCommunications Jammer



VIP-900STATIONARY RF JAMMER

for Buildings, Barracks, Checkpoints

The VIP 900 was designed for buildings, checkpoints, border crossings, security

gates, force protection barracks, and environments that restrict radio frequencytraffic that might be used to trigger radio detonators of explosive weapons.Our technology is configured in modular components in order to regulate acontinuous broadcasting format of radio interference. This interference overpowersradio receivers used to detonate remote controlled IED weapons from receiving theirdetonation commands.The RF Jammer helps secure and protect people in and by office buildings,embassies, consulates, and border crossing checkpoints from terrorist activatedremote controlled bombs that are generally built as Improvised Explosive Devices.

IED‘s are simple to build and thanks to the BombJammer ™ line of RF Jammers,able to be defeated. The Stationary RF Jammer may also be used to protect homes,schools, convention halls, public buildings, hotels, and other civilian gathering placesused targeted by terrorists.

The Bomb Jammer ™ VIP 900 uses sophisticated RF technologyand transmits radio interference signals that spread out,saturating the spectrum of radio frequencies in order to blocktrigger devices from activating remote controlled explosivebombs. The jamming has no dangerous effects on normal vehicleelectronics, computer, telephone or other office equipment

functions.



This is a transportable system. As such, it can be moved from vehicle to vehicle, and does not need to betemporarily or permanently installed in a vehicle. The Transportable RF Jammer incorporates optional jammingmodules for extended frequency coverage as well as increased output for optimum RF jamming.

To activate jamming, it takes about 1 second to turn on the system switch. When this Radio Jammer broadcastselectromagnetic interference using extended frequencies, the chance of detonating a roadside bomb or radiocontrolled mine are reduced.

This Radio Jammer yields additional power output to increase the level of protection around the area ofdeployment in order to jam radio receivers of a remote controlled IED, especially if the radio transmitter happensto be located in close proximity to the radio receiver/ radio detonator.

Using Radio Jammers with an expanded architecture helps to cover both known and unknown threats in VHF, UHF,and Microwave frequency ranges. Expanded architectural design provides for the dealing with future threats asthey arise and as determined by the user. By adding jamming modules, the power output can be increased,offering increased saturation of the electromagnetic spectrum.

VIP-300UTRANSPORTABLE RF JAMMER

The Transportable RF Jammer model VIP300U uses aproprietary barrage jamming method to defeat remotecontrolled improvised explosive devices. It works bysending out RF Jamming signals to jam radio receiverswhile in motion or standing still.



VIP-200MPortable RF ECM JAMMER

(Briefcase Version)

ECM Jammers such as the VIP 200 is a hand held Bomb Jammer ™

built into a briefcase. It transmits RF interference to block radioreceivers found in a Cellular IED, Satellite Phone IED, Mobile IED,and other Radio IED triggers from obtaining any RF signals, and isvital to preventing an RCIED or Remote ControlledImprovised Explosive Device from receiving a detonation signal.

This hand carried RF Jammer neutralizes the RF Signal or detonationsignal as a result of increased saturation of RF interference ittransmitters.

RF Jamming using the portable RF Jammer gives the user the edgewhen trying to avoid an attack from a Remote Controlled IED.Specific IED ambushes involve a terrorist or insurgent transmitting adetonation command from a landline orcellular phone to a Cellular IED, Mobile IED, or Satellite Phone IED.In these instances, the phone is connected to an explosive and isdetonated on command by someone who can generally see if thevictim is within range of the IED.

Other instances involve a Radio Controlled IED that receives an RF detonation signal from atrip-wire, motion sensor, or other automatic trigger that the victim unknowingly activates.The RF transmission to the IED,therefore, can be unmanned and cause the IED to operate as a remote controlled land mineor radio fired mine activated by an RF signal. The VIP 200 Bomb Jammer ™ can neutralizethat threat.

The VIP 200 Bomb Jammer ™ is built into a briefcase and may be carried as such. Ittransmits RF interference, whether the user is moving or standing still. The VIP 200 BombJammer ™ jams the signals of unauthorized transmitting devices used to activate explosiveweapons. Users range from government officials, government contractors, mine clearance

personnel, diplomats, dignitaries, etc.



VIP-250PCCellular COM JAMMER(non-BombJammer™)

This is a portable, lightweight RF Jammer, that can jam cellular phones in office

buildings as well as outside on the ground. It can be moved from vehicle tovehicle, and requires no vehicle installation.The Cellular Com Jammer is the perfect choice for restricting cellular phone usersin CONFERENCE ROOMS to contain private and confidential information. TheCellular Com Jammer is also used by SWAT Teams, Hostage Negotiators, andTactical Response Agents who need a field portable Jamming system to defeatcriminal communications.The Cellular Com Jammer is designed to cover all cell phone frequencies: GSM800/900, DCS/PCS/GSM1800, 3GPP as well as alternate wireless frequency bands

such as 802.11b (WiMAX, WiFi). This is a User friendly Communication Jammer,easy to operate, requires no special training to work.

The modular configuration allows the user to choose the frequency bands according his needs. Should one module get shot by weapons fireand fail, all other modules will still operate, as they are independent of one another. The VIP-250PC has a built in system that providesfeedback of operational status in real-time, with low voltage protection and protection ―by fault start‖. The system‘s architecture is scalable,allowing additional communication bands to be selected and incorporated should the user require.



VIP-300DSProgrammable

Barage Jammer)

With an Output Power greater than 200W (our base version), and extensions up to 300W available, the ProgrammableBarrage Jammer is a likely choice for those seeking a multi-band jammer with higher EM saturation levels.

The VIP 300DS can be field programmed to allow "windows" for communication as required. The system is suitable formounting inside any vehicle's cargo area or within the trunk. It is powered directly by the existing 12-volt automotiveelectrical system if equipped with a high-output alternator. The VIP-300DS is one in a series of the new generation ofprogrammable jamming systems that offers protection to VIP‘s, military, and government personnel against thecontinued threat of terrorist acts.

Covert Antenna: For discreet ECM Missions,our proprietary covert antenna with heavyduty magnet mounts can be placed on top ofthe vehicle and withstand vehicle high speedtravel.

Additional Features:•Unlimited Operation Time with engine running•No modification required of the vehicle’selectrical system• Allows for installation between vehicles• Antennas and wiring harnesses can bepre-installed to allow easy exchange between

vehicles



With our Man-pack Barrage Jammer VIP600, the user can take operate a portableECM Jamming system in the field while moving or standing still. With internal andexternal antenna configurations available, the Man-pack Barrage Jammer VIP600

allows users to travel in between vehicles, buildings, and unfriendly areas wherethe threat of RCIED weapons is high.

For frequency coverage, the Man-pack Barrage Jammer VIP600 covers mostfrequency threat bands where the use of remote controlled IEDs are high, yetextensions for additional frequency band coverage are available.

A wired remote control can be provided for increased jamming control withoutinterruption of operator duties.

VIP600 Man-packBarrage Jammer

The Man-pack Barrage Jammer is compact,portable, and lightweight. It is ideal for civildefense teams and explosive ordnancedisposal - EOD users in domestic orinternational environments.

It can be carried like a backpack, or placed in avehicle for greater mobility.



VIP650 Man-packBarrage Jammer

•Rugged Waterproof Man-pack Construction•Field deployable for rugged terrain environments

•Folded Antennas Incorporated in Jammer Case•External Antennas Available

• Allows for installation between vehicles.

•Fully Programmable Modules.

•Modules Programming viabuilt-in programmer anddisplay

•PreprogrammedConfigurations Selectable viaRemote Control Device

THE VIP-650 is an advanced RF Jammer with DDStechnology built into a portable Back Pack configurationgiving the user mobility during counterterrorist operations.

This system is a soldier-worn platform which offers manyexciting new features only available from HSSBombJammer™ RCIED Defeat Jamming Systems.

Concentrations are focused on maximum jamming energydirected at threat frequencies. Frequency windows(notches) are allowed to prevent the unwanted jamming offriendly frequencies. Special antennas designed for the VIP650 Man-pack provide omni-directional coverage againstRCIED threats while maintaining safe levels of RF exposureto the operator.



For more information on

Countering RCIED ThreatsThank you for your interest in Homeland Security Strategies GB andthe BombJammer™ VIP Series of Radio Controlled ImprovisedExplosive Device Defeat Jamming Systems.

For procurement, investor relations, distributor opportunities,questions, or technical support, please contact the ElectronicWarfare Division at [email protected]

You may visit us on the internet at:www.bombjammer.com

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