THiEF

Tactical Handheld Emitter Finder

THiEF is a completely new state-of-the-art, micro-miniature, fully integrated, signal intercept and directional line-of-bearing system designed to prosecute VHF and UHF, analog, single-channel, push-to-talk radio transmitters. The design goal of THiEF was to create a system that was intuitively simple to operate while incorporating modern technology to reduce Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) in addition to increasing operational performance, accuracy, employment flexibility, and concealment characteristics.

THiEF weighs under two (2) lbs, employs a unique receiver integrated with a flat antenna that is less than 6” (150mm) in diameter, and has rechargeable batteries capable of providing up to sixteen (16) hours of operation. Due to its size THiEF enables the operator to prosecute signals of interest while maintaining limited visual exposure. In addition to a very small visual and operational footprint, THiEF has a completely new wireless user interface that activates in just one second (controller operable in one second, GPS time to lock can range from ten seconds to three minutes). Finally, THiEF provides the ultimate, truly stealthy, body-worn capability for the individual operator with virtually hands free functionality and low visibility signature (contact RRT for additional details).