Nowatel military radio simulators are faithful tactical radio trainers that reproduce the key radio stations and radiotelephones used by armed forces, special services and naval units. Each radio communication simulator recreates the real hardware interface and operating procedures, so operators can train without emitting any radio waves — in safe, fully repeatable conditions. The simulated families include RF-5800H, AN/PRC-160, AN/PRC-117G, AN/PRC-152A and the Rohde & Schwarz (R&S) M3SR series, as well as Icom and Motorola radiotelephones.

Selected radio simulators in this category:

How the radio trainers work

Every tactical radio trainer in this set mirrors a real device used by the military, special services and navy, and runs entirely in software — without emitting radio waves — providing safe and repeatable communications training. A single radio communication simulator can be combined with others to run a complete course.

Common features of the simulators:

  • Accurate reproduction of the original hardware interfaces
  • Simulated communication between stations (simplex / duplex)
  • Modes: learning, training and examination
  • Integration with the e-learning platform (assessment, progress tracking, instructor intervention)
  • Realistic acoustics (simulated noise and interference)
  • Ability to connect multiple simulators within a single course
  • Instructor application for tracking each participant's progress on the radio stations

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