Video PowerTrunk: David Torres outlines the capabilities of new TETRA-LTE solution 13th May 2015 David Torres, PowerTrunk’s vice president of Canada sales, explains how the company’s new solution can support a standalone TETRA network, a Band 14 LTE network or a hybrid TETRA-LTE system. The PowerTrunk TETRA-LTE offering is expected to be commercially available late this year.
Pryme Radio Products: Dave George talks about 2015 industry trends 9th May 2015 Dave George, president of Pryme Radio Products, discusses industry trends evident during the first part of 2015, including cellular-LMR convergence, the importance of applications, and the continued need for solutions that address the specific needs of enterprises.
News States push back against preliminary FirstNet legal interpretations on opt-out alternative 30th April 2015 Several states and territories were outspoken in their criticism of FirstNet’s preliminary legal interpretation of opt-out options, asking for detailed clarity in FirstNet’s state plans and questioning whether the federal entity is legally authorized to take some of the stances its staff has proposed.
News Los Angeles reps visit D.C., told that time extension for LA-RICS would be difficult 28th April 2015 Representatives from the Los Angeles area last week visited Washington, D.C., to discuss the troubled Los Angeles Regional Interoperable Communications System (LA-RICS) public-safety LTE project, learning that securing additional time beyond the Sept. 30 deadline would be challenging.
News FirstNet board approves release of draft RFP, ‘public-safety entity’ definition proceeding 24th April 2015 FirstNet board members today voted unanimously to release a special notice regarding its much-anticipated draft request for proposal (RFP), which will initiate a 90-day proceeding designed to provide FirstNet with the feedback from industry and public safety that is needed to issue a final RFP by the end of the year. Board members met via teleconference today after declining to consider the RFP proposed to the board at last month’s meeting. FirstNet Chairwoman Sue Swenson thanked the FirstNet staff for its efforts in revising the massive document.
Go, or No Go? New LA-RICS public-safety LTE plan gives NTIA, FirstNet a lot to consider 23rd April 2015 There has been no decision yet from NTIA about the fate of the LA-RICS public-safety LTE project. That’s understandable, because there are a lot of factors to consider.
Video Motorola Solutions: Alan Conrad demonstrates prototype handheld LTE eNodeB/EPC, drone application 23rd April 2015 Alan Conrad, distinguished member of the technical staff in the chief technology office of Motorola Solutions, demonstrates the capabilities of a prototype LTE eNodeB/evolved packet core (EPC) that could be used in a terrestial setting—or an aerial drone—to provide public-safety users with LTE coverage in locations not covered by a fixed LTE network like FirstNet, or to enhance capacity in an incident area.
News Pryme Radio Products features Bluetooth accessories in latest additions to product portfolio 20th April 2015 Pryme Radio Products recently showcased four accessories that leverage Bluetooth technology as the California-based manufacturer continues to expand its product portfolio supporting both two-way-radio and cellular users.
News Codan Radio’s transportable Stratus P25 system includes LTE, cellular backhaul connectivity 19th April 2015 Codan Radio releases it Stratus transportable P25/LTE solution, a quickly deployable system that leverages LTE and 3G connectivity to enable remote interoperability with P25 communication, even when responding to an incident outside an agency’s home P25 network.
News LA City Council approves police sites for new LA-RICS LTE plan, expects NTIA approval 18th April 2015 Los Angeles City Council votes to approve the use of 19 city-owned police stations as the location of cell sites for the amended Los Angeles Regional Interoperable Communications System (LA-RICS) public-safety LTE proposal. The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) is expected to restart the project—suspended by NTIA since April 3—next week, according to the approved special motion.
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