Figure 38: "Beryoza" SPO-15LM indicator
The ability to correctly interpret the information indicated on RWS panel is vital in combat.
As an example, let’s take a look at the situation shown in picture above.
As is seen in the picture, two threats are indicated on RWS panel:
1. The primary threat at 50 degrees left (10 o’clock) is indicated in the form of a large yellow
lamp. The lamp above "П" symbol, which means "interceptor", is lit. This type of threat
includes all fighters. The circular scale of signal power ("light strip") consists of yellow
segments that show the relative emission power of the primary threat’s radar. The large
red circle under the aircraft symbol indicates that your aircraft has been locked by the
primary threat radar. The lit, yellow hemispheres marked as "В" and "Н" in the center of
the aircraft silhouette, indicates the threat’s relative altitude to yours. In this situation, the
primary threat is at the same altitude as your own, within 15 degrees in elevation.
Consequently, the display can be interpreted in the following way: your primary threat is a
fighter approaching from 10 o’clock; it is near co-altitude with you; and judging by the
signal strength and lock light, it is ready to launch a missile.
2. The secondary threat is positioned at 10-30 degrees azimuth (1-2 o’clock right), and this is
indicated by the two green lamps. The green "Х" symbol in the threat types line indicates
that your being targeted by a medium-range radar. There is no additional data on
secondary threats.
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