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I have an XTS 5000 CCI version, and I would like your input in trying to solve a couple of issues.
Before I ask for your help, I just want to point out that owning this radio from legal perspectives is completely legal in my opinion. Some people have raised concerns that possessing a Type 1 encryption radio is illegal and that it may have been stolen. I beg to differ, and let me explain why.
Yes, owning a Type 1 encryption radio is illegal. But, there is no type 1 encryption installed or programmed in this radio. According to Harris' brochure on their Sierra modules, these modules are manufactured with no type 1 encryption programmed into it. They are Type 1 encryption capable but not enabled. In fact, even if type 1 encryption is programmed into the modules, they can be downgraded to so that it can be deleted. Refer to their brochure for further info here. http://www.rfcomm.harris.com/media/sierra_tcm26-9227.pdf My radio's module shows quad Type 3 encryptions. (i.e. triple DES and an AES) In essence, my radio is just a normal XTS 5000 with quad encryption and therefore legal to own.
One might say that although my radio is not Type 1 encryption ready, it is Type 1 capable. However, I am certain that the only way to enable Type 1 encryption on this radio is by programming the CCI UCM using a proprietory programming software. Without proper programming codes, CCI UCM's are just plain encryption boards. I don't think that the general public knows where to even begin looking for such a program. Harris certainly will not sell it. By a remote chance someone actually has a copy, he will not just give it away to anyone who asks. Does anyone seriously think that someone is actually going to go out of his way to get a hold of something that has grave legal consequences without getting noticed, let alone fork out an arm and a leg? If so, he undoubtably deserves prosecution. I also searched through 3 different databases and found no record of this particular radio being on their list. I think I'm pretty safe.
Now that I've cleared legal issues out of the way, I invite your expertise in solving my problems. I believe the problems are because of modified VOCON board designed to accomodate the special UCM module. And, they are:
1. The radio displays "Secure Lock" upon power up and beeps. It goes away if I press PTT for 3 seconds or so. It then goes into "normal" mode.
2. Even though I have ADP, apparently I cannot use it. Perhaps someone knows how to resolve this. If I switch from hardware encryption to ADP in CPS, the radio displays "FAIL 09/82." If I remove the UCM and check hardware encryption in CPS, it displays the same message. If I check ADP with UCM removed, same error is displayed. I don't have a bypass module, but would it solve the problem? Can VOCON board be modified? If so, how is it done?
Appreciate your input. Technical details are welcome.
Before I ask for your help, I just want to point out that owning this radio from legal perspectives is completely legal in my opinion. Some people have raised concerns that possessing a Type 1 encryption radio is illegal and that it may have been stolen. I beg to differ, and let me explain why.
Yes, owning a Type 1 encryption radio is illegal. But, there is no type 1 encryption installed or programmed in this radio. According to Harris' brochure on their Sierra modules, these modules are manufactured with no type 1 encryption programmed into it. They are Type 1 encryption capable but not enabled. In fact, even if type 1 encryption is programmed into the modules, they can be downgraded to so that it can be deleted. Refer to their brochure for further info here. http://www.rfcomm.harris.com/media/sierra_tcm26-9227.pdf My radio's module shows quad Type 3 encryptions. (i.e. triple DES and an AES) In essence, my radio is just a normal XTS 5000 with quad encryption and therefore legal to own.
One might say that although my radio is not Type 1 encryption ready, it is Type 1 capable. However, I am certain that the only way to enable Type 1 encryption on this radio is by programming the CCI UCM using a proprietory programming software. Without proper programming codes, CCI UCM's are just plain encryption boards. I don't think that the general public knows where to even begin looking for such a program. Harris certainly will not sell it. By a remote chance someone actually has a copy, he will not just give it away to anyone who asks. Does anyone seriously think that someone is actually going to go out of his way to get a hold of something that has grave legal consequences without getting noticed, let alone fork out an arm and a leg? If so, he undoubtably deserves prosecution. I also searched through 3 different databases and found no record of this particular radio being on their list. I think I'm pretty safe.
Now that I've cleared legal issues out of the way, I invite your expertise in solving my problems. I believe the problems are because of modified VOCON board designed to accomodate the special UCM module. And, they are:
1. The radio displays "Secure Lock" upon power up and beeps. It goes away if I press PTT for 3 seconds or so. It then goes into "normal" mode.
2. Even though I have ADP, apparently I cannot use it. Perhaps someone knows how to resolve this. If I switch from hardware encryption to ADP in CPS, the radio displays "FAIL 09/82." If I remove the UCM and check hardware encryption in CPS, it displays the same message. If I check ADP with UCM removed, same error is displayed. I don't have a bypass module, but would it solve the problem? Can VOCON board be modified? If so, how is it done?
Appreciate your input. Technical details are welcome.
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