ICT MQF

What is the allowable track number range for Link 16?

00001-77777 or 0A000-ZZ777

What is the allowable track number range for Link 11 and Link 11B?

0001-7777

What is the NTR's Time Quality (Q)?

15

What is the maximum Track Quality (TQ) for Link 16?

15

What is the position quality of a position reference (PR)?

15

Which frequency range is used for Link 11 HF operations?

2-30 MHz

What is the approximate range for Link 16 UHF LOS connectivity between ground units?

25 nautical miles

What is the approximate range for Link 16 UHF LOS connectivity between air-to-air units?

300 nautical miles

How many frequencies are available for RF Link 16 operations?

51

What is the maximum track quality for Link 11/ Link 11B?

7

Link 16 operates in the _________ frequency band, and is a line-of-sight system.

960-1215 MHz

What is the function of a position reference (PR)?

A fixed site that provides a stable geodetic reference for other JUs to determine their position.

Which of the following BEST describes Link 11B?

A full duplex, point-to-point link that operates with continuous transmissions.

Which of the following BEST identifies a Participating Unit (PU)?

A unit communicating directly on Link 11

What is a concurrent interface unit (CIU)?

A unit that participates on two or more TDLs at the same time but not as a data forwarder.

Which protocol is used to extend Link 16 beyond line-of-sight?

All the above

What is the purpose of network participation groups (NPGs)?

Allows the network designer to separate the functions implemented in J-series messages.

The Link 16 hopping pattern is determined by .

Both the net number and the TSEC crypto variable

What is the alternate operating mode for Link 11?

Broadcast

What equipment is required for Link 11 operations?

Computer, KG-40A, DTS, and radio

______ is achieved when a net entry message is successfully received.

Course synchronization

Which of the following statements about a DLRP are true? a. It is expressed in latitude and longitude. b. It is the geographic center of the Link 11/Link 11B reporting area. c. It is used by the Link 16 Gridlock Reference Unit (GRU). d. Both A and B.

D

Which function is NOT provided by the precise position location and identification (PPLI)?

Data forwarding

What happens when a unit receives the same information via more than one data path?

Data looping

According to CJCSI 6232.01, what must ALWAYS be done before operating JTIDS/MIDS systems in US territories?

Deconfliction

What link anomaly occurs when the same track is being reported by two units?

Dual Designations

What link anomaly occurs when the same track number is used by two or more IUs for two or more different tracks?

Duplicate Track Numbers

SADL utilizes a modified version of the digital radio.

EPLRS

What is the function of a gridlock reference unit (GRU)?

Ensures that data registration is maintained throughout a Link 11/Link 16 interface.

Which aircraft is SADL-equipped?

F-16 Block 30

Which is the term for a unit communicating on Link 16, Link 11 and Link 11B while forwarding information among Link 16, Link 11 and Link 11 B participants?

FJUAB

The Interference Protection Feature (IPF) prevents your Link 16 terminal from picking up FM radio signals.

False

A Link 16 terminal must be in to transmit data on the network.

Fine synchronization

What is the basic recurring unit of time in Link 16?

Frame

Link 11 operates on ______ and/or _______?

HF (2-30 MHz) / UHF (225-400 MHz)

The Link 11 net is .

Half duplex

What is a unique track number assigned to each unit in an interface?

IU

Which Link 16 role propagates system time beyond LOS of the NTR?

Initial Entry JU (IEJU)

Which of the following choices BEST identifies the responsibilities of the Data Link Manager?

Initiates, operates and terminates data link operations

Which of the following positions is responsible for initialization of the AN/TYQ-23A for use and monitor the status of internal/external communications, operator interface equipment, and database information?

Interface Control Technician (ICT)

JREAP-C is an implementation of the JREAP protocol that transmits Tactical Data Link (TDL) messages over networks.

Internet Protocol (IP)

All of the following are TRUE of the Network Time Reference (NTR)EXCEPT?

It establishes the X-Y grid origin of the data link interface

Link 16 messages are designated as .

J-series messages

What J-series message label and sublabel are the "Initial Entry" and are required for net entry?

J0.0

Which J-series message is used for net entry?

J0.0

Which J-series message is used for Target/Sorting?

J12.6

What J-series message label is used to send Precise Participant Location and Identification (PPLI)?

J2.X

Which J-series message is used for free textmessages?

J28.2

Which J-series message is used for reference points?

J3.0

What are the basic components of a time slot?

Jitter, synchronization, time refinement, header, data, and propagation

is an application protocol that enables the transmission of tactical data link messages over media that was not originally designed for TDLs.

Joint Range Extension Application Protocol (JREAP)

The encryption device used for Link 11 operations is the .

KG-40A

JTIDS operates in the UHF frequency spectrum which is limited by .

Line of sight.

Link 11 messages are designated as .

M-series messages

What CRC crew position can delegate the duties of RICC/SICC to the ICT?

Mission Commander (MC)

Which NPG supports coarse synchronization and entry onto the network?

NPG 1: Initial Entry

You must contact your service's to modify an existing network or create a new Link 16 network.

Network Design Facility

The ICT will interpret, respond and report TDL problems IAW the and established LOPs and theater procedures.

OPTASK LINK

All of the following is TRUE about Link 16 relative navigation (RELNAV)EXCEPT?

PPLIs require an active DLRP to accomplish RELNAV.

Which of the following tracks can be filtered?

Pending tracks

Which of the following is NOT an ICT's responsibility?

Perform radar and IFF correlation checks.

JREAP-B is used in synchronous or asynchronous communications.

Point-to-point

Which JUs routinely transmit RTT messages to achieve and maintain fine synchronization with the network?

Primary users

Which of the following BEST describes the OPTASKLINK?

Provides the detailed instructions necessary to initialize operational data links and provide the means to change existing information as required

Which messages are used for synchronization with the Link 16 network?

RTT

What is the DTS' normal operating mode for Link 11?

Roll Call

The data received by a radio can be received from a Link 16 network and shared with a SADL network.

SADL Gateway

Which function is associated with NPG 7 in Link 16?

Surveillance

TRUE or FALSE: The ICT is required to perform duties from the TOC, JM or any suitable area with access to link monitoring capability.

TRUE

All of the following are TRUE about Link 16 crypto variablesEXCEPT:

They determine which NPGs are used.

What do RUs, FRUs, FJUs and FPUs have in common?

They exchange data via Link 11B.

What is used to measure the pulse density of RF Link 16 transmissions?

Time Slot Duty Factor (TSDF)

What is the basic unit of access to the Link 16 network?

Time slot

Data link filters can be used to do all of the following EXCEPT:

Transmit tracks of interest to a buffer.

TRUE OR FALSE. Only the C2 unit responsible for reporting a pairing may terminate a pairing.

True

The Link 16 frequency band is controlled by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) and administered by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

True

To accommodate multi-link communications, C2 JUs must always be assigned addresses below 00177.

True

What is the purpose of the Data Coordination Net (DCN)?

Used to manage and coordinate the entire multi-link interface

What are the characteristics of SADL?

a secure, spread-spectrum, frequency-hopping waveform using TDMA architecture

All units should have IEJU (Initial Entry Link 16 Unit) selected unless otherwise directed.

a. True

If the NTR leaves the network, Link 16 operations will cease.

b. False

Link 11, Link 11B, and Link 16 are all part of the interface

basic

The Track Supervision Net (TSN) is used to .

ensure all data is promptly reported, reported in the correct location, reported by only one unit and the data is correct

A roll call is defined as: each participating unit (PU) .

responds in turn while other stations are receiving

NPG 9 used for air control is made up of two components. What are they?

uplink and backlink