SprintChat
Software

SprintChat

HF MESSAGING SOFTWARE

Sprint is HF radio messaging software using the 3G ALE waveform for fast, secure peer-to-peer email, file transfer, and chat, with AES-256 encryption and an SMS and email gateway via SprintNet.

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When marginal HF channels stop older data systems, Sprint keeps messages moving. SprintChat and SprintNet use the latest generation 3G ALE waveform to deliver fast, secure linking in challenging conditions. Peer-to-peer email, file transfer, and chat are supported across the network, with a familiar multi-lingual interface that keeps operators focused on essential information. Sprint also holds the data link between stations, allowing multiple messages to move in either direction without repeated link re-establishment.

From short chat messages to external email, the software carries the key traffic types teams rely on across HF. Operators can send peer-to-peer or broadcast chat messages, transfer files, resize images for faster on-air delivery, and use standard POP3 email clients. SprintNet extends the network further, acting as a gateway between HF, internet and LAN email systems, and mobile phone networks via GSM modem. It can also reach 3G-enabled transceivers not running the application, keeping every node in the 3G ALE network contactable.

Secure HF data needs protection against both interception and interference. Over-the-air transmissions can be secured with AES-256 encryption, while antispoofing techniques and a programmable 56-bit linking protection key help prevent unauthorised interference with 3G ALE links. Built on proven 3G ALE technology and compatible with Codan S4538 3G ALE-enabled transceivers, this solution delivers secure data communications where conditions are at their worst.

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3G ALE WAVEFORM

Latest generation 3G ALE technology provides fast secure linking when older systems fail in challenging channel conditions.

PEER-TO-PEER MESSAGING

Chat up to 250 characters peer-to-peer or broadcast, with the data link held open so multiple messages flow without re-linking.

AES-256 ENCRYPTION

All over-the-air data transmissions can be encrypted using AES-256, protecting data security and integrity.

ANTISPOOFING PROTECTION

Antispoofing techniques and a programmable 56 bit linking protection key prevent spoofing of 3G ALE links.

SMS AND EMAIL GATEWAY

A SprintNet gateway bridges the HF network to internet, LAN email, and the mobile phone network via a GSM modem.

FILE TRANSFER

File transfers appear in the message thread and open directly, with image resizing for faster on-air transfer.

NETWORK-WIDE REACH

Reaches the UI of 3G-enabled transceivers not running Sprint, so every node in the 3G ALE network is contactable.

Function HF radio messaging software: peer-to-peer email, file transfer, chat, plus SMS and internet email via gateway
Applications SprintChat and SprintNet
Waveform 3G ALE; operates with any Codan S4538 (3G ALE) enabled transceiver
Transfer protocols Chat messages and SMS texts via LDL; file transfers and email via CAST
Messaging Peer-to-peer or broadcast, up to 250 characters; time stamped thread per contact with export
Gateway SprintNet station bridges HF network, internet/LAN email, and mobile phone network via GSM modem
Encryption AES-256 over the air; antispoofing; programmable 56 bit linking protection key
Email client Any SMTP and POP3 compliant email client (e.g. Microsoft Outlook or Mozilla Thunderbird)
Operating system Windows 7 (32/64 bit), Windows 8.1 (Professional 64 bit), Windows 10 (Professional 32/64 bit)
Processor 1 GHz or faster 32-bit (x86) or 64 bit (x64) processor
Hard disk 16 GB available (32 bit) or 20 GB (64 bit); installation requires 40 MB
Memory 2 GB RAM (Windows 7) or 4 GB RAM (Windows 8.1 or 10)
MISSION OUTCOME

Sprint gives HF operators secure data communications that link first and stay linked in the worst channel conditions. Built on the 3G ALE waveform, the SprintChat and SprintNet applications carry peer-to-peer email, file transfer, and chat, with AES-256 encryption and antispoofing protection across the network. A SprintNet gateway bridges HF to internet email and the mobile phone network, while a familiar interface keeps training light. Designed and manufactured by DTC, a Codan Company, Sprint extends secure HF messaging to military and law enforcement teams worldwide.