Hardened uplink/remote sensor package
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The hardened uplink/remote sensor package (HU/RS) is an external helmet attachment, which integrates the Hardened Uplink with a remote sensor into a single attachment, employed by the United Nations Space Command.TEMPLATE ERROR: Template using invalid/disallowed fields: "sectionlinktext", "section"[1]
Usage
The HU/RS, which combines the hardened uplink with a remote sensor, is an attachment for several UNSC helmets. Although it was previously available only to Beta-5 security teams and select Army rapid-reaction forces,TEMPLATE ERROR: Template using invalid/disallowed fields: "sectionlinktext", "section"[2] it was also employed by Orbital Drop Shock Troopers during Fall of Reach.TEMPLATE ERROR: Template using invalid/disallowed fields: "sectionlinktext", "section"[3] The attachment is also a favorite among sniper units employing the GUNGNIR and SCOUT helmets.TEMPLATE ERROR: Template using invalid/disallowed fields: "sectionlinktext", "section"[4] By 2558, its use was adopted by Spartan-IV personnel employing the Military Police helmet, which also employs an integrated Command Network Module.[2]
Compatibility
The HU/RS is compatible with the following helmets:
- CH252 helmet (Standard variant)TEMPLATE ERROR: Template using invalid/disallowed fields: "sectionlinktext", "section"[5]
- CQB (Standard variant)TEMPLATE ERROR: Template using invalid/disallowed fields: "sectionlinktext", "section"[6]
- GUNGNIR (Standard variant)[4]
- Military Police (Standard variant)[6]TEMPLATE ERROR: Template using invalid/disallowed fields: "sectionlinktext", "section"[7]
- ODST helmet (Standard variant)[3]
- Scout (Scout-style variant)[4]
Variants
The HU/RS package has two observed variants, both with its own distinct physical appearance.
Standard variant
The standard variant consists of a single attachment on the left or right side of the helmet, and can be employed alongside a Command Network Module or a CBRN module.[6][7]
The HR/RS package, along with a CNM, on the CQB helmet.
The HR/RS package, along with a CNM, on the Military Police helmet.
The HR/RS package, along with a CNM, on the GUNGNIR helmet.
Scout-style variant
The helmets of Mjolnir Mark V Scout and its GEN2 successor, the VIGILANT-class Mjolnir, accept a different variant of the HU/RS, more visually similar to a pair of head-mounted binoculars.[2][4] This variant was employed by Jun-A266.
The alternate HU/RS package on the Scout helmet.
Production notes
During the Halo: Reach Multiplayer Beta, the HU/RS attachment for the Military Police helmet was named the Hardened External Sensor Array-External (HESA-E), and costed 20,000 Credits. It was described as a standard issue attachment for Beta-5 Security units in the Outer Colonies.
Gallery
HU/RS mounted on the side of a Bullfrogs' ODST helmet.
A HU/RS module on the GEN2 Vigilant helmet.
List of appearances
- Halo: Reach (First appearance)
- Halo 5: Guardians
Sources
- ^ Halo: Reach
- ^ a b c Halo 5: Guardians: Military Police Helmet Description "Previously available only to Beta-5 security teams and select Army rapid-reaction forces, Military Police helmets have found a home with Spartan-IV fireteams that require its hardened uplink, command network module, and remote sensor controller."
- ^ a b Halo: Reach
- ^ a b c d Halo: Reach: GUNGNIR and Scout - HU/RS Helmet Description "Hardened uplink/remote sensor package. A favorite of sniper units."
- ^ Halo: Reach
- ^ a b c Halo: Reach: Military Police and CQB - HU/RS/CNM Helmet Descriptions "Hardened uplink/remote sensor package with command network module."
- ^ a b Halo: Reach: Military Police - CBRN/HU/RS Helmet Description "For operations in hazard zones; hardened uplink/remote sensor package."
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