1. Acoustic Hailing Device Development
The Acoustic Hailing Device was developed in 2002 to fill a critical capability gap
that was exposed after the USS Cole attack in October 2000

2. Acoustic Hailing Device (ADH) DEFINITION
AHD’s are characterized by three features that must be present
High sound pressure level ( >135 1 m)
Is the message heard?
Focused beam (< 30 degree beam)
Is the message targeted?
High intelligibility
Is the message understood?

3. Acoustic Hailing Devices (AHD) WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT?
The AHD resolves the dilemma posed by unexpected approaching vehicles/vessels/individuals
Must determine intent, or differentiate between:
accidental intruders
non-dedicated harassers
committed terrorist
Audible human voice is the most universal means of communication – the lowest common denominator
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DETERMINE INTENT
ESCALATION OF FORCE
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4. Applications Features Determine Intent Ship Board Protection
Non-Lethal intervention
Clear and intelligible voice communications
Highly irritating warning tone for behavior modification
All-weather operation
Maintain security zones
Minimal power requirements
Flexible audio input/user interface
Sets up in minutes
Ship Board Protection
Waterside Force Protection
Crowd and riot control
Area denial of personnel
Building clearing operations
Psychological operations
Visit board search and seizure
Critical Infrastructure Protection
AHD’s ARE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES
AUDIBLE VOICE IS UNIVERSAL

5. Hyperspike BASIC AHD CHARACTERISTICS
UNDERSTAND
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6. Understanding Total Volume

7. Technical Description of HyperSpike Technology PATENTED HYPERBOLIC FOCUSING
Drivers
Drivers
HyperSpike™
shape
Collimated Sound Beam
*NOT TO SCALE

8. HYPERSPIKE COLLIMATED BEAM
B Field
~ 20 dB less than the A field
A Field
B Field
~ 20 dB less than the A field

9. Attenuation Over Distance HIGH AND LOW SETTINGS* EXAMPLE ONLY
Potential Non-lethal capability at ~ 60 meters
Based on threshold of pain of 120dB

10. Wind
If transmitting into a cross wind “lead” the target up wind: Winds from the left will blow the acoustic beam to the right. Winds from the right will blow the acoustic beam to the left.
Winds that are from behind the device will enhance the acoustic range. Head on winds to the device will reduce the acoustic range.

11. Hyperspike OVERVIEW
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12. HyperSpike HS-16 Physical Specifications POWERFUL & COMPACT
Acoustic 1m A-weighted: 148 dB
Frequency Range: 275 Hz – 12 kHz
Beam Width, A-Field: +/- 10˚ (20 ˚ 2 kHz
Power Input: VAC Hz
Emitter Weight: 49 lbs
Dimensions: 23” x 23” x 15”
Surface Area: 227”
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148 dB
20 ˚ Primary Sound Cone
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13. HyperSpike HS-Micro Physical Specifications POWERFUL & COMPACT
Acoustic 1m A-weighted: 140 dB
Frequency Range: 250 Hz – 12 kHz
Beam Width, A-Field: +/- 15˚ (30˚ 2 kHz
Power Input: VDC Battery
Battery Life: 8 Hours Intermittent Use
Charge Time: 1 Hour
Emitter Weight: 20 lbs w/ Battery
Dimensions: 11.3” x 12.5” x 16.3”
Housing Material: Carbon Fiber
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140 dB
30˚ Primary Sound Cone
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14. HyperSpike Safety TREAT, NEVER, KEEP, KEEP, KNOW
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15. HyperSpike General Safety Rules TREAT, NEVER, KEEP, KEEP, KNOW
TREAT a HyperSpike like it is on at all times.
NEVER point HyperSpike at anything you do not intend to use it on.
KEEP your hands off any activation until you intend to use the unit
KEEP the power off until you intend to use the unit.
KNOW your background and be conscious of its effects.
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TREAT, NEVER, KEEP, KEEP, KNOW
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16. HyperSpike “Do-Not’s” AVOID INJURY
Point a HyperSpike at a wall. Sounds ricochets!
Stand immediately in front of a HyperSpike, its loud!
Activate the Microphone in front of the unit. Immediate feedback results!
Activate in enclosed areas such as a room. Sound attenuates very little in enclosed spaces.
Power on in “High” mode. Avoid accidental activation.
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17. HyperSpike “Do-Not’s” Cont. AVOID INJURY
Operate a unit that is not working properly.
Attempt to repair a broken unit in the field. It must be done by USSI trained personnel only.
Immerse the device in water
Attempt to Service the unit.
DO NOT ALLOW UNTRAINED PERSONNEL TO USE THIS DEVICE
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18. HyperSpike Safety Zones SAFETY FIRST
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19. HyperSpike Set Up OVERVIEW
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20. HyperSpike Set Up INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
The following are included with each HyperSpike Unit
Accessory bag
MP3 Player (iPod Nano) w/ Waterproof Case
USB Sync Cable
USB Charging Kit
Hearing Protection
Auxillary Input Cable
Dynamic CB-Style Microphone
Power Chord (HS-16 Only)
Battery and Charger (HS-Micro Only)
Shoulder Strap (HS-Micro Only)
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21. HyperSpike Set Up SIMPLE & QUICK
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22. HyperSpike Set Up BEFORE YOU TURN IT ON
Ensure Power is “Off”
Volume is at “0”
Power is set to “Low”
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23. HyperSpike Set Up CABLING
Ensuring power is “Off”
Plug in Power Source
Plug in Microphone
Plug in Auxiliary Cable
HS-Micro
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24. HyperSpike Operations OVERVIEW
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25. HyperSpike Operations OVERVIEW
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26. HyperSpike General Safety Rules TREAT, NEVER, KEEP, KEEP, KNOW
TREAT a HyperSpike like it is on at all times.
NEVER point HyperSpike at anything you do not intend to use it on.
KEEP your hands off any activation until you intend to use the unit
KEEP the power off until you intend to use the unit.
KNOW your background and be conscious of its effects.
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TREAT, NEVER, KEEP, KEEP, KNOW
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27. HyperSpike Safety Zones SAFETY FIRST
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28. HyperSpike Inputs OVERVIEW
“Line-In” (Auxiliary Cable)
1/8” Stereo Jack
Accepts all Common Signals (iPod, iPhone, Zune, etc.)
Dynamic Microphone
CB-Style
Dynamic Response- As you speak louder, the speaker is louder
Alert Tone Button
High Frequency
Attention-Grabbing

29. HyperSpike Operations LINE-IN (AUXILLARY INPUT)
Line in is ALWAYS “On”
Accepts any commercial MP3 Source
ALWAYS play source as maximum volume
CAN control volume through MP3 player
NOT recommended for safety reasons
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ANY COMMON SOURCE
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30. HyperSpike Operations DYNAMIC MICROPHONE
DO NOT activate in front of the HyperSpike unit.
Feedback may occur
Can void the warranty
Hold close to your mouth
Press button to activate
Speak FIRMLY into microphone
Responds to Input Volume
As you speak louder, HyperSpike speaks louder
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DYNAMIC VOLUME CONTROL
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31. HyperSpike Operations ALERT-TONE BUTTON
ALL HyperSpike units have an embedded “Alert-Tone”
Pressing the button plays an internal recorded tone.
Tone activates on pressing
Tone deactivates on release
Allows the operator to quickly switch from voice operations to the tone
DISTINCT
ATTENTION-GRABBING
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32. HyperSpike Operations SHUT DOWN
Turn OUTPUT to “Low” (HS-16 Only)
Turn VOLUME to “0”
Turn POWER to “OFF”
Unplug Accessories
Stow
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33. HyperSpike Optimum Performance KEYS FOR SUCCESS
Use the right volume, not max volume
Know your surroundings to avoid sound “ricochets”
Speak firmly and confidently
HyperSpike is a directional hailing device
Point at your target
Lead target in windy conditions
Minimal backplane noise
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34. HyperSpike Troubleshooting OVERVIEW
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35. HyperSpike Troubleshooting INDICATOR LIGHTS
When a HyperSpike is turned on, it goes through a thorough self-check.
Both green and red lights will turn on.
Once the check is complete, the red light will turn off.
If it does not, contact Ultra Electronics – USSI for support.
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36. HyperSpike Troubleshooting LOW ACOUSTIC OUTPUT
Ensure all connections are secure
Ensure max volume on all inputs (Aux Inputs)
Ensure the microphone is close to your mouth and you are speaking FIRMLY (Dynamic Mic)
Ensure battery is charged (HS-Micro ONLY)
If low output persists, contact Ultra Electronics – USSI for technical support.
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37. HyperSpike Troubleshooting NO OUTPUT
Ensure all connections are secure
Ensure all connections are serviceable
No fraying
No exposure of inner wires
Ensure unit powers on
Ensure volume knob is set above “0”
If problem persists, contact Ultra Electronics – USSI for service and support
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38. HyperSpike Troubleshooting ULTRA ELECTRONICS – USSI CONTACT INFORMATION
Hours:
Monday – Friday (Excluding National Holidays)
8 AM – 5 PM
Phone: (260)
Contact
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