Communication is based on high frequency (HF) and very high frequency (VHF) equipment. From time to time various types of equipment have been employed, ranging from the TRA 906 to the PRM 4031. The current batch of mobile radios is the MICOM x R12. At the operational level the PRM 4515 (Cougar) is employed in the mobile, portable and base versions. A limited number of ultra high frequency (UHF) units are available for use at the command level.

SYNCAL 2000 (RACAL)ManPack
SYNCAL 30 (RACAL) ManPack
COUGAR (RACAL)Vehicle Base Station
COUGAR (RACAL) Mobile Repeater
COUGAR 4515 (RACAL) Handheld
MTX (MOTOROLA)
P110 (MOTOROLA)
LTS 2000 (MOTOROLA)
GR 300 (MOTOROLA)Repeater
FURUNO Global Positioning System (GPS) Navigator
DAVIS Weather Monitor II System
The AS/400e Series System

The Syncal 2000 is a High Frequency (HF) radio. It is a programmable duplex and has voice, data and carrier wave capability. The Syncal 2000 is a lightweight man-portable radio and is designed to withstand extreme hot or cold temperatures. It is powered by a nickel cadmium rechargeable battery. It is carried by a Signaller.

The Syncal 30 Manpack is a High Frequency (HF) man-portable radio and works in the frequency range 2-30 Megahertz (MHZ). This radio is very reliable and is considered the workhorse of the Force. The Syncal 30 Manpack has voice and carrier wave frequency and is compatible to the Syncal 2000 and other High Frequency radios.

This is a Very High Frequency (VHF) radio and is deployed at company level within the Force. This is a duplex radio (transmit and receive on separate frequencies), but has a simplex that can be programmed to transmit on a single frequency capability as well. It comes in both secure and clear modes.

This is a Repeater Station which supports the Cougar range of radios in the Force. Its briefcase configuration affords rapid deployment and installation. This Repeater Station has channel switching capability, a feature that improves the versatility of the unit.

This is a lightweight portable version in the range of Cougar radios and is compatible to all the other configurations in the Cougar family of radios. It carries all the features of the Cougar family. It is deployed down to half-section level and is the principal radio used in urban patrols.

UHF Handheld Radio and Charger

 The MTX Motorola is a state-of-the-art Ultra High Frequency radio (UHF). It is a portable unit and is part of a larger system used by the local police. A very versatile radio, it is programmable, secure and offers nationwide coverage. The MTX Motorola handheld is deployed at the command level in the infantry battalions.

The P110 is a Very High Frequency (VHF) radio booted with both duplex and simplex facilities. It is portable and can be programmed for compatibility with the Cougar group of radios. This radio is deployed for local internal communications but can be used for tactical purposes as well.

The LTS 2000 is a Ultra High Frequency (UHF) radio which boasts improved features to the MTX Motorola. It is a secure radio and has such features as selective telephone, block outs and a host of other special features. It is deployed at the command level of the Force.

This Repeater was specifically designed for use with the P110 but can be programmed to serve the Cougar range of radio as well. Its versatility has proven useful in the Forces tactical deployment.

FURUNO Global Positioning System (GPS) Navigator

The FURUNO Global Positioning System (GPS) Navigator, used onboard JDF Coast Guard vessels.

DAVIS Weather Monitor II System

The DAVIS Weather Monitor II System, used onboard JDF Coast Guard vessels.

The AS/400e Series System

The AS/400e series system is a general-purpose computer that allows the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) to deploy advanced organisational applications rapidly.  It is built and designed as a total system and fully integrates all the software and hardware components that any organisation needs.  The JDF Information Systems Centre (ISC) is tasked with maintaining the system.

The system is designed in such a way that it allows the JDF to readily exploit the latest software and hardware technologies without disrupting the existing application software.  The operating system of the AS/400 is designed as a single entity – this means that facilities such as software for databases, comprehensive security, communications, networking and internet capabilities are fully integrated into the operating system.