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=== Kits === | === Kits === | ||
The bare minimum necessities you need in 99% of cases | The bare minimum necessities you need in 99% of cases are the following. | ||
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|Magazines | |Magazines | ||
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|Magazine for Auto- | |Magazine for Auto-rifleman | ||
|(Team Dependent) | |(Team Dependent) | ||
|Magazines | |Magazines | ||
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Many roles {{Emdash}} and sometimes it's specified for a whole element {{Emdash}} have something called a ''march load''. This is the '''maximum''' weight a kit for that role may have. This is set to balance firepower and stamina consumption. You should meet this load as closely as possible. You may intuitively believe that being very underweight is a positive, but it's more likely you will cause yourself problems later. | Many roles {{Emdash}} and sometimes it's specified for a whole element {{Emdash}} have something called a ''march load''. This is the '''maximum''' weight a kit for that role may have. This is set to balance firepower and stamina consumption. You should meet this load as closely as possible. You may intuitively believe that being very underweight is a positive, but it's more likely you will cause yourself problems later. | ||
The following is the example of a | The following is the example of a rifleman kit with a march load of 60 pounds. | ||
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Note the above kits are '''examples'''. Ultimately, what to add in your kit is going to depend on the operation. The above is meant to give you a foundation to learn from. | Note the above kits are '''examples'''. Ultimately, what to add in your kit is going to depend on the operation. The above is meant to give you a foundation to learn from. | ||
=== Recommended | === Recommended rifleman weight === | ||
The recommended weight for the basic | The recommended weight for the basic rifleman, presuming a march load is not set and you are told to make a kit, is 60 pounds. The advised weight for the other roles, such as {{Abbr|AT|Anti-Tank}} or medic, will be defined in their specific certifications. | ||
=== Buddy check === | === Buddy check === | ||
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=== BF-888S (Baofeng) === | === BF-888S (Baofeng) === | ||
[[File:SQ2-radio-baofeng.png|none|thumb|311x311px|Official image of the BF-888S.]] | [[File:SQ2-radio-baofeng.png|none|thumb|311x311px|Official image of the BF-888S.]] | ||
The [https://acre2.idi-systems.com/wiki/radios/bf-888s BF-888S] (colloquially called "Baofeng") is a 5W<ref>Watt; wattage.</ref> 4-5km portable radio. The radio consists of 2 dials, the one on the left for selecting between 16 channels, and the one on the right for volume. It is equivalent to the [[Standard Qualification 1#Radio manipulation|AN/PRC-343]] in function, just not preferred by EDC. Note that this radio cannot communicate | The [https://acre2.idi-systems.com/wiki/radios/bf-888s BF-888S] (colloquially called "Baofeng") is a 5W<ref>Watt; wattage.</ref> 4-5km portable radio. The radio consists of 2 dials, the one on the left for selecting between 16 channels, and the one on the right for volume. It is equivalent to the [[Standard Qualification 1#Radio manipulation|AN/PRC-343]] in function, just not preferred by EDC. Note that this radio cannot communicate with 343s. | ||
=== Programmable radios === | === Programmable radios === | ||
The following radios | The following radios feature default channels. Their frequencies can be changed, they can display optional channel names, and they will work with each other out of the box. | ||
==== AN/PRC-148 (148) ==== | ==== AN/PRC-148 (148) ==== | ||
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The [https://acre2.idi-systems.com/wiki/radios/an-prc-152 AN/PRC-152] (colloquially called "152") is a 5W 5-7km range portable radio. On the top you will find a function switch that can be used to turn the radio off or to set 1 of 6 preset channels. The left side has volume buttons. The keypad has a button to go up or down the channel presets. | The [https://acre2.idi-systems.com/wiki/radios/an-prc-152 AN/PRC-152] (colloquially called "152") is a 5W 5-7km range portable radio. On the top you will find a function switch that can be used to turn the radio off or to set 1 of 6 preset channels. The left side has volume buttons. The keypad has a button to go up or down the channel presets. | ||
==== AN/PRC- | ==== AN/PRC-117f (117) ==== | ||
[[File:SQ2-radio-117f.png|none|thumb|440x440px|Official image of the AN/PRC-117f]] | [[File:SQ2-radio-117f.png|none|thumb|440x440px|Official image of the AN/PRC-117f]] | ||
The [https://acre2.idi-systems.com/wiki/radios/an-prc-117f AN/PRC-117f] (colloquially called "117") is a 20W radio with 10-20km of range, often mounted in vehicles. On the LCD screen is the preset channel selected. On the bottom left of the keypad is a volume up and down button. On the bottom right of the keypad is a button to go up or down the preset channels. | The [https://acre2.idi-systems.com/wiki/radios/an-prc-117f AN/PRC-117f] (colloquially called "117") is a 20W radio with 10-20km of range, often mounted in vehicles. On the LCD screen is the preset channel selected. On the bottom left of the keypad is a volume up and down button. On the bottom right of the keypad is a button to go up or down the preset channels. | ||
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The [https://acre2.idi-systems.com/wiki/radios/an-prc-77 AN/PRC-77] (colloquially called "77") is a 4W 1-3km range radio introduced during Vietnam in 1968. It is usually held by a dedicated radioman or mounted in a vehicle. | The [https://acre2.idi-systems.com/wiki/radios/an-prc-77 AN/PRC-77] (colloquially called "77") is a 4W 1-3km range radio introduced during Vietnam in 1968. It is usually held by a dedicated radioman or mounted in a vehicle. | ||
Use the 2 tuning dials on the left and right of the number display to set frequency. The band switch | Use the 2 tuning dials on the left and right of the number display to set frequency. The band switch changes between higher and lower frequencies granting more radio traffic options. The volume knob is properly labeled and works as one might expect. | ||
==== SEM 52 SL (SEM52) ==== | ==== SEM 52 SL (SEM52) ==== | ||
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==== SEM 70 (SEM70) ==== | ==== SEM 70 (SEM70) ==== | ||
{{Note|To change frequency the | {{Note|To change frequency the mode selector knob must be set to "HW".|type=reminder}}[[File:SQ2-radio-sem70.png|none|thumb|430x430px|Official image of the SEM 70.]] | ||
The [https://acre2.idi-systems.com/wiki/radios/sem-70 SEM 70] (colloquially called "SEM70") is German | The [https://acre2.idi-systems.com/wiki/radios/sem-70 SEM 70] (colloquially called "SEM70") is German manpack 4W 1-3km range radio from 1984. It is usually held by a dedicated radioman or mounted in a vehicle. At the top left the black button labeled “ANZEIGE”<ref>German. Has multiple translations; in this context it's likely "display".</ref> shows the current frequency. The MHz<ref>Megahertz.</ref> and kHz<ref>Kilohertz.</ref> knobs flanking the frequency display are used for adjusting the frequency. | ||
=== Vehicle racks === | === Vehicle racks === | ||
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{{Note|It is strongly advised that PTT3's {{Key press|LAlt|Caps Lock}} be changed to something else, as {{Key press|LAlt}} is for free look and the binds conflict.|type=reminder}} | {{Note|It is strongly advised that PTT3's {{Key press|LAlt|Caps Lock}} be changed to something else, as {{Key press|LAlt}} is for free look and the binds conflict.|type=reminder}} | ||
Sometimes, especially for leadership roles, a person will operate more than 1 radio. This is usually a combination of short (e.g Baofeng, 343) and long range (e.g 152, 148) radios. One can hear as many radios as they can carry, but ACRE2 only lets you have a key to talk on 3 at a time. | Sometimes, especially for leadership roles, a person will operate more than 1 radio. This is usually a combination of short (e.g Baofeng, 343) and long-range (e.g 152, 148) radios. One can hear as many radios as they can carry, but ACRE2 only lets you have a key to talk on 3 at a time. | ||
The | The keybinds to talk on the radios correspond to the PTT1-3 binds for ACRE2. Which of your radios corresponds to what key is determined by the order the radios entered your inventory. The inventory usually tells you what number is associated with what radio. | ||
By default PTT1 is {{Key press|Caps Lock}}, PTT2 is {{Key press|LCtrl|Caps Lock}}, and PTT3 is {{Key press|LAlt|Caps Lock}}. | By default PTT1 is {{Key press|Caps Lock}}, PTT2 is {{Key press|LCtrl|Caps Lock}}, and PTT3 is {{Key press|LAlt|Caps Lock}}. | ||
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== Advanced communication == | == Advanced communication == | ||
=== Controlled and uncontrolled environments === | === Controlled and uncontrolled environments === | ||
Certain radio frequencies are ''controlled'' or ''uncontrolled''. Controlled environments have strict standards on "procedure words" and brevity, while uncontrolled environments do not. Short range radios are usually uncontrolled. Long range radios are usually controlled. | Certain radio frequencies are ''controlled'' or ''uncontrolled''. Controlled environments have strict standards on "procedure words" and brevity, while uncontrolled environments do not. Short-range radios are usually uncontrolled. Long range radios are usually controlled. | ||
=== Over and Out === | === Over and Out === | ||
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{{Note|Visualizing combat stances in 3rd person at least once is advisable.|type=reminder}} | {{Note|Visualizing combat stances in 3rd person at least once is advisable.|type=reminder}} | ||
[[File:Sq2-combat-stance-2.JPG|thumb|The stance indicator reflecting that the player is using the crouch's ''high'' variation.]] | [[File:Sq2-combat-stance-2.JPG|thumb|The stance indicator reflecting that the player is using the crouch's ''high'' variation.]] | ||
[[File:Sq2-combat-stance.JPG|thumb|The left image is a soldier performing a crouch. The right is after {{Key press| | [[File:Sq2-combat-stance.JPG|thumb|The left image is a soldier performing a crouch. The right is after {{Key press|LCtrl|S}}.|336x336px|none]]In Arma, there are combat stances. One type is a step lean, where your character steps in the specified direction without changing their facing. The other is simply a high and low variation of standing, crouching, and being prone. | ||
To perform a specific stance, press {{Key press| | To perform a specific stance, press {{Key press|LCtrl}} followed by {{Key press|W}}, {{Key press|A}}, {{Key press|S}}, or {{Key press|D}}. | ||
* {{Key press| | * {{Key press|LCtrl|W}} will perform the ''high'' variation of a given stance. | ||
* {{Key press| | * {{Key press|LCtrl|S}} will perform the ''low'' variation of a given stance. | ||
* {{Key press| | * {{Key press|LCtrl|A}} will perform a step lean to the left ''and'' change your weapon to the left shoulder. | ||
** Useful for covering or clearing a left-sided corner. | ** Useful for covering or clearing a left-sided corner. | ||
* {{Key press| | * {{Key press|LCtrl|D}} will perform a step lean to the right. | ||
A step lean performed while prone will result in your character shifting to lay horizontally with their upper body in the specified direction. Useful to cover a corner while prone. | A step lean performed while prone will result in your character shifting to lay horizontally with their upper body in the specified direction. Useful to cover a corner while prone. | ||