Proven Solutions Components
connects all echelons—from headquarters to tactical edge—making
critical information available where and when it’s needed.
hComms Battle and Communications software addresses
Components of hC2 include:
mission-critical needs for full-spectrum network-operations
>> hC2 Node Center: Provide upper echelons with a detailed picture
of large-scale operations
management, complete battlefield management and
advanced communications to the tactical edge—all through
a common interface. In use today, hComms is comprised of
two main components: hManager, for network planning
>> hC2 Command: Facilitate collaborative planning and execution
and management, and hC2 for data sharing.
>> hC2 Patrol: Facilitate mobility while planning missions and
distributing orders
hManager Software Suite—Manage the Network
>> hC2 Dismount: Provide dismounted commanders with a
Common Operational Picture that enhances force protection
Easily manage the network through a streamlined interface
powered by the hManager Software Suite, a flexible and scalable
set of software tools for planning, configuring, deploying, and
maintaining wideband communications networks, with support for
wireless and baseband communications equipment.
Components of hManager include:
>> hManager Plan: Create and deploy flexible networks of diverse
communications equipment
>> hManager Spectrum: Simplify the process of radio frequency
propagation analysis
>> hManager Monitor: Monitor and manage enterprise-class
networks in dynamic environments
hC2 Software Suite—Collaborate Across Echelons
PERFORMANCE AND COST BENEFITS
Easy-to-use interface that streamlines operations and reduces
the need for and costs associated with training on disparate
systems
>> Flexible configurations to accommodate diverse equipment
and dynamic environments
>> Integrated applications that share data and formats—enter once,
access from anywhere
>> Wide platform support, enhancing distribution of a common
operational picture
Enhance the Power of Your Network, Contact Harris Today
>> Integration with existing communications networks, as well as
interoperability with coalition networks
To learn more about how Harris software solutions can help
you enhance the power of your network, contact us today:
[email protected].
Sharing data couldn’t be easier with the hC2 Software Suite. This
complete command and control communications software solution
DELIVERING THE NETWORK.
Industry-Leading
Service and
Support
Harris is dedicated to developing
best-in-class assured communications®
products, systems and services.
MAINTENANCE
Our qualified technicians are ready and able
to provide a level of service consistent with
our high-performance solutions. This global
team is available to assist in the maintenance
and repair of all of our products and systems,
24/7.
TRAINING
Our top-quality, cost-effective training and
consultation programs and materials include
technical training that is skillfully adapted to
specific customer needs and environments.
All programs are designed to enable customers
to operate and maintain their products and
systems at peak efficiency.
FIELD SERVICE
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serving government and commercial markets in more than 125 countries.
Headquartered in Melbourne, Florida, the company has approximately $5 billion
of annual revenue and about 14,000 employees—including 6,000 engineers and
scientists. Harris is dedicated to developing best-in-class assured communications ®
products, systems and services. Additional information about Harris Corporation
is available at harris.com.
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PLAN, EXECUTE
AND SUSTAIN WITH
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USER EXPERIENCE
hComms–
Delivering
the Network
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COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK
MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
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Proven Solutions in Action The combined power of the hComms components helps you easily plan, execute and sustain your network. Consider two typical examples below.
Rapid
Deployment
System
Military and government organizations around
the world count on Harris to connect warfighters
up and down the echelon. Harris’ ability to
deliver that network—anytime and anywhere—is
the result of industry-leading tactical equipment,
as well as innovative software. Harris hComms
software integrates network access and
management through streamlined interfaces to
dynamically support network, battlefield and
edge needs. For the reliability, flexibility and
mobility to manage your networks with ease,
security and confidence, no one delivers the
network like Harris.
POWERFUL MISSION PLANNING AND
COMMAND & CONTROL
Collectively known as Harris hComms™ Battle and
Communications Network Management Software, these
solutions provide powerful mission planning as well as
command and control capabilities. They expedite how
you plan, execute and sustain networks for the life of
the mission, while maximizing the value of your network
communications equipment in forward, dismounted,
vehicular, airborne and HQ units. And, by providing a single
point of entry to the network, they eliminate the timeconsuming task of manually moving data from one system
to another as well as training on multiple systems.
FLEXIBLE INTEROPERABLE OPTIONS
1
2
Integrated
Tactical Area
Communication
System (ITACS)
Challenge
Challenge
Assist a convoy on patrol in a
hostile region that has been
ambushed in an area with poor
communications.
Monitor and secure a large, lightly
inhabited area where materials
are being smuggled in from a
neighboring country.
3
4
1
2
3
4
5
Because hComms is modular in nature, with wide platform
support (including Web, PC, and Android™), it offers flexible
and customizable deployment options. What’s more,
hComms is designed to interoperate with your existing
Harris and non-Harris equipment and systems.
Solution
Supported by Harris hComms integrated
communications system software, the
battalion TOC can plan for, execute
and sustain a rapid deployment rescue
mission—with all operations viewed and
managed through a single user interface.
1 Prior to the convoy operation,
hC2 Command is used to collaboratively plan and distribute the route.
hManager Plan and hManager Spectrum
are used to set up voice and data
networks for all operational elements,
including a quick response force (QRF).
2 When the convoy enters an area of poor
communication, they lose contact with
the TOC. Convoy leaders, though,
can communicate with each other
via hC2 Patrol.
3 Commanders at the TOC quickly document a flight plan for a communications
relay UAV to re-establish connectivity
between leaders in the field and commanders at HQ.
4 hC2 Command automatically syncs
SA status through the new relay.
Solution
A combination of Harris hardware and
software deliver a fully integrated tactical
Internet to the mission area, enabling realtime information sharing as well as faster
and fully informed decision making.
5 HQ releases a quick reaction force,
which coordinates with the trapped
ground forces via hC2 Patrol.
Throughout the operation, SA and
Comms can be followed at the
TOC using hC2 Command.
1 The brigade coordinates operational
planning using hC2 Node Center and
hC2 Command, and creates its own
communications infrastructure using
hManager Plan and hManager Spectrum
to support voice, messaging, video,
BMS, and other applications.
With an integrated communications
network supported by Harris software
solutions, the attackers can be driven off
through a coordinated effort, and the
convoy can safely return to base.
2 Troops deploy the system in the region
and begin operations, coordinating with
BMS and monitoring communications
using hManager Monitor.
3 When enemy elements are spotted
during a patrol, information is added
to the common operational picture
using hC2 Patrol—HQ is made aware
in real time, thanks to the power of the
network.
4 Using hC2 Command, HQ issues orders
to commanders in the field to interdict
and detain.
From HQ command to the tactical edge, all
elements interact with the network through
streamlined interfaces, submitting and
accessing real-time information that helps
assure mission success.