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Encrypted Body Wire Monitoring Receiver
The Hornet Receiver is a compact law-enforcement body wire receiver configured for encrypted reception from compatible Hornet and Lancer transmitters. Built on the proven Icom IC-R6 wideband platform, it allows agencies to add properly keyed receivers so multiple surveillance, arrest or command teams can monitor the same operation simultaneously and discreetly.
Operational Advantages
Some operations require more than one listening position. Additional Hornet Receivers can give separate authorized teams access to the same encrypted Hornet or Lancer audio transmission without forcing everyone to remain at a single monitoring point.
Equip surveillance, cover, command or arrest teams with separate receivers configured to monitor the same compatible transmitter at the same time.
A decryption board installed inside the receiver chassis is configured specifically for compatible Hornet and Lancer digital body wire systems.
A user-selectable switch returns the receiver to standard IC-R6 operation for supported legacy analog narrowband FM, wideband FM and AM reception.
Use the included rubber whip for routine deployments or connect a compatible 50-ohm SMA antenna selected for vehicles, greater standoff or difficult RF environments.
The underlying IC-R6 platform provides wideband coverage, 100-channel-per-second VFO scanning and 1,300 memory channels organized across 22 banks.
The compact, drip-resistant IC-R6 chassis weighs approximately 7.1 ounces with its supplied antenna and batteries and is designed for dependable field reception.
Adding receivers to an existing system? Tell MAXSUR whether the receiver will support a Hornet or Lancer system and provide the requested system-identification details. Each additional unit must be configured with the correct decryption information before encrypted monitoring.
Dual-Mode Flexibility
The installed selector allows authorized users to choose the receiver path required for the mission:
Antenna Options
The included rubber whip antenna supports routine portable reception. When the mission calls for greater standoff, mobile monitoring or performance around structures and local RF congestion, the receiver’s 50-ohm SMA connection supports a broad range of compatible antenna configurations.
The right antenna depends on the programmed frequency, mounting location, cable loss, terrain, buildings, interference and desired mobility. MAXSUR can help identify the appropriate configuration for the agency’s operating environment.
Technical Overview
The Hornet-specific decryption electronics are installed within an Icom IC-R6 wideband communications receiver. Final programming and decryption configuration are established for the purchasing agency and compatible body wire system.
| Specification | Hornet Receiver |
|---|---|
| Encrypted compatibility | Properly configured Hornet and Lancer digital body wire transmitters |
| Selectable operation | Encrypted digital decryption or standard IC-R6 wideband receiver operation |
| Native receive modes | AM, FM and WFM |
| Native frequency coverage | 100 kHz to 1309.995 MHz, depending on market version; cellular bands are blocked on the U.S. version |
| Memory capacity | 1,300 regular memory channels, 50 scan edges and 200 auto-write memories across 22 memory banks |
| Scan speed | Up to 100 channels per second in VFO mode |
| Antenna connection | 50-ohm SMA |
| Included antenna | Portable rubber whip antenna |
| Audio output | Built-in speaker; 3.5 mm external earphone/speaker connection |
| Power | Two AA-size Ni-MH rechargeable or alkaline cells; compatible external power options available |
| Published receive time | Up to 15 hours using the supplied 1400 mAh Ni-MH cells under Icom’s stated test conditions |
| Operating temperature | 14°F to 140°F (-10°C to 60°C) |
| Dimensions | 2.3 × 3.4 × 1.2 in. (58 × 86 × 29.8 mm), excluding projections |
| Approximate weight | 7.1 oz. (200 g) with supplied antenna and batteries |
| Construction | Compact, drip-resistant IC-R6 chassis |
Published IC-R6 specifications are based on manufacturer documentation and may vary by market version or configuration. The installed decryption board and selector are Hornet Receiver modifications. Specifications are subject to change; confirm the final agency configuration with MAXSUR.
Agency Configuration
Contact MAXSUR to confirm Hornet or Lancer compatibility, decryption configuration, operating frequencies, antenna requirements, accessories, availability and official agency pricing.
Buyer Questions
Yes. Multiple receivers configured with the correct decryption information can monitor the same compatible transmitter simultaneously, allowing separate authorized surveillance, cover, command or arrest teams to hear the operation.
The receiver must be configured for the compatible Hornet or Lancer system it will monitor. Contact MAXSUR with the system details before ordering so compatibility and decryption configuration can be confirmed.
Yes. The selector can place the unit into standard IC-R6 receiver operation, providing AM, FM and WFM reception for supported legacy analog transmitters and other properly programmed, agency-authorized frequencies.
Yes. A portable rubber whip antenna is included. Compatible covert roof-mount, higher-gain and other SMA-connected antenna configurations are available separately for selected operating environments.
Not necessarily. Reception depends on frequency, antenna tuning and placement, cable loss, terrain, buildings, interference and transmitter location. MAXSUR can help select an antenna appropriate for the intended deployment.
Email ops@maxsur.com or call 1-314-270-2150. MAXSUR will confirm your existing or planned system configuration and provide an official quote.
Talk With MAXSUR
Tell us which compatible body wire system your agency uses, how many receivers you need and where the monitoring teams will operate. We will confirm the decryption and antenna configuration and provide official pricing.
Authorized use only: Covert audio surveillance and recording equipment must be purchased, configured and deployed in accordance with applicable law, agency policy, licensing requirements and appropriate legal authorization.
