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What two components make up AESOP 3.0?
- Spectrum Planning Component
- Participant Component
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What is the proper format for a valid line number in an OPTASKCOMM message?
- Two Characters, Three Numbers, One Optional Character Suffix.
- (1-6)
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Net Planner developers may use what tool in AESOP to determine the Frequency of Optimum Transmission (FOT) for HF operations?
- HF Skywave Analysis Tool.
- (1-13)
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When operating in a joint environment, a communications-only SFAF file should be sent to what entity for inclusion as the Navy layer of the Joint Communications-Electronics Operating Instruction (JCEOI)/Master Net List (MNL)?
- Joint Spectrum Management Element (JSME).
- (1-17)
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What message would the Strike Group Spectrum Planner send in order to coordinate RADAR frequency requirements before the radar plan is finalized?
- An XML-formatted OPTASKCOMM.
- (1-18)
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What message does a ship send to notify the Strike Group Spectrum Planner of desired radar frequencies?
- A GENADMIN Reply Message.
- (1-20)
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Which item in AESOP is created to send a populated SFAF file, including frequencies, to the JTF JSME?
- A Joint Automated Communications-Electronic Operating Instruction System (JACS) Frequency Request Message.
- (1-16)
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What process in AESOP is used to identify and eliminate all sources of inter-modulation?
- Conduct an IMI Analysis for each platform.
- (1-16)
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What entity may select to maximize frequency assignment changes for the purpose of military deception?
- The Spectrum Planner.
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In order to adhere to global frequency restrictions and ensure system compatibility, what two plans must be generated and implemented, even when transiting alone?
- Radar Assignment Plan
- Operational Tasking Communication (OPTASKCOMM) Plan
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Which entity is normally assigned as the Commander of Naval Forces (COMNAVFOR) in charge of a Joint Task Force (JTF)?
- The Strike Group (SG) Commander
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All Strike Group Participants must provide what information to the Spectrum Planner in order to ensure that the Net Plan portion of the OPTASKCOMM is capable of being implemented correctly?
- An accurate communications equipment inventory.
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Which aircraft channeling plan is used by the fighter aircraft in the CSG?
- Tactical Air (TACAIR) Channeling Plan
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When operating in a Navy only environment, while generating communications net frequencies, what does a Spectrum Planner need to generate, what format is used, and who are the frequency requirements sent to?
- A Net Frequency Request in SFAF is sent to the appropriate Numbered Fleet Commander.
- (1-16)
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What analysis tool in AESOP provides a model of historical or real-time weather data?
- The Advanced Propagation Model (APM) analysis tool.
- (1-21)
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The AESOP Assignment Generator uses what information to determine optimal frequency assignments?
- The emitter and propagation data entered for each phase.
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What is the primary means of communicating the RADAR Assignment Plan?
- The AESOP Frequency Assignment Message.
- (1-23)
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The EMI Victims Dialog indicates the level of EMI received by whom, from whom?
- By a single victim system, from all other source systems.
- (1-23)
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What method should be used when populating the Net Plan in AESOP?
- Import a standing OPTASKCOMM
- Import the OPTASKCOMM currently in use by the exiting Strike Group
- Create a custom Net Plan
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What software tool was mandated by the Navy for automation of the spectrum management process?
- The Afloat Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations Program (AESOP)
- (1-4)
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Where do Strike Group participants go to verify their communications equipment inventory?
- Their Communications Equipment Population Summary (CEPS) online at the Naval Tool for Operability Risk Assessment (NTIRA) SIPRNET web portal.
- (1-5)
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What Publication lists the valid line number format for an OPTASKCOMM?
- ACP-176; Allied Communications Publication-176, Naval and Maritime Air Communications Instructions.
- (1-6)
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What factor should be taken into account when choosing Primary (P) and Secondary (S) HF net frequencies?
- The FOT average for the period of the operation
- Antenna coupler limitations
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What frequency band should the spectrum planner set priorities for, and how many priorities should be set?
- HF, UHF, and UHF SATCOM
- At least the top ten priorities
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What methods are used to distribute the draft OPTASKCOMM PLAN (a STRAWMAN)?
- GENADMIN Message via standard message traffic
- SIPRNET email via AESOP in XML format
- SIPRNET email via AESOP in GENADMIN
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The Frequency Assignment Authority responds to the Spectrum Planner with what information, using what format?
- Approved communications net frequencies in SFAF.
- (1-16)
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What does the Spectrum Planner do with the frequency approvals when they are received?
- Import the information into AESOP.
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When the OPTASKCOMM is completed, and being published, what does the Spectrum Planner generate for the Information Warfare Commander (IWC)?
- The AESOP Spectrum Report.
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How is an approved OPTASKCOMM sent to the Radar Planner, and in what format?
- SIPRNET email in XML format.
- (1-18)
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What should the Strike Group Spectrum Planner do prior to entering an area with another Strike Group present and operating in it?
- Request that the Strike Group in the area provide them with their OPTASKCOMMS and RADAR Assignment Plan.
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How does the AESOP Program Office notify Spectrum Planners about any changes to the global frequency restrictions?
- The AESOP Program Office posts the latest frequency restrictions on the SIPRNET website at http://iweb.spawar.navy.smil.mil/projects/afloatsm/main.htm.
- (1-22)
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What processes are used to attempt to mitigate unacceptable EMI?
- Adjustments are made to the following:
- Distance between platforms
- Platform locations
- System priorities
- Waypoint travel paths
- Secure unused systems
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Upon completion of the Radar Assignment Plan, how are the AFCs notified of the RADAR band assignments in their area?
- A RADAR-only SFAF is generated for each phase of the deployment and submitted to the appropriate Area Frequency Coordinator (AFC).
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Why does a Spectrum Planner need to contact the equipment operators?
- To determine the frequencies assigned to all RADAR, NAVAID, and EW equipment, as well as any other available frequencies or channels, i.e. CIWS crystals.
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How is an approved OPTASKCOMM distributed to the Strike Group?
- A GENADMIN Message is sent using standard message traffic.
- (1-17)
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Which channeling plan is used by Marine helicopters and fixed wing aircraft in an ESG?
- The Amphibious Air (AMPHIB AIR) Channeling Plan.
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What process is used to include a Navy OPTASKCOMM in the Joint Communications-Electronics Operating Instruction (JCEOI)/Master Net List (MNL)?
- A communications-only SFAF is generated and sent to the Joint Spectrum Management Element (JSME).
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Which channeling plan is used by CSG Anti-Submarine Warfare and Anti-Surface Warfare aircraft, as well as ESG surface combatants?
- The Sea Combat (SC) Channeling Plan
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What two fronts are being pursued by the Navy by using AESOP to resolve spectrum conflicts and consolidate afloat spectrum management for CSGs and ESGs?
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