Peltor DECT-Com II radio system
14 October, 2011 byPeltor’s DECT-Com II radio system delivers full duplex intercom communication for up to nine members in digital privacy.
Evolving security needs for SCADA radio security
26 September, 2011 by John Yaldwyn, CTO, 4RF Communications Ltd, New ZealandCyber security is a key issue today and rarely out of the headlines. While most public focus relates to the Internet, SCADA engineers and security experts know that cyber terrorism concerns go beyond the Internet to other vectors, such as wireless.
IPnexus AMP5072 application-ready system
30 August, 2011 byThe AMP5072 is part of PT’s family of IPnexus application-ready systems. It is a reliable and integrated 1U MicroTCA-compliant platform that maximises payload slot density in a 1U form factor.
Accutech network monitoring
29 August, 2011 byAccutech helps eliminate complex, hardwired installations and makes it easy to deploy and monitor sensor networks across remote oil and gas applications.
Bluegiga Technologies iWRAP Bluetooth accessories
25 August, 2011 byBluegiga Technologies has introduced the latest version of the iWRAP Bluetooth stack with enhanced connectivity for Apple’s range of iOS-enabled devices.
FTDI Android platform
25 August, 2011 byFTDI now supports the Android open accessories initiative, allowing engineers to access system designs that are compatible with tablets and smartphones using Android.
Bluegiga Access server AX4
25 August, 2011 byThe Access server AX4 from Bluegiga is a Linux-based wireless connectivity platform targeted at e-health, point-of-sale, proximity marketing, captive portal and long-range Bluetooth connectivity applications.
dPMR 6.25 kHz digital radio is open standard
20 July, 2011 byFor those who have watched the global two-way industry evolve in the last 30 years, it’s obvious that the more user-focused manufacturers have learned a lot from listening to professional business and industry users and their fundamental need for flexible, efficient and cost-effective radio communications.
Now for another look at DMR
20 July, 2011 by David Cox, operations director, Pacific Wireless CommunicationsThe recent DMR discussion has prompted much-welcomed response from the market and from New Zealand in particular stimulating further debate to how applicable will the various executions of DMR be to the Australian market.
A challenge to conventional thought
20 July, 2011 by Ralph Becker*We are pretty much aware of the shift in telecommunications usage, away from fixed-line telephone to a combination of IP-based and mobile access. The lines between voice and data are becoming less and less clear. Indeed, it makes no sense to discern between voice and data - both are simply payload.
Using the internet to get the message across - Part II
20 July, 2011 by Ralph BeckerLast issue we introduced RoIP as a means to achieving interoperability in and across two-radio networks. Interoperability is more than the integration of different radio formats and RF interfaces.
Banner Engineering SureCross Performance wireless I/O gateways and nodes
07 July, 2011 byBanner Engineering’s SureCross Performance wireless I/O gateways and nodes now feature a high-power RF design with 1 W transmit power in the 900 MHz ISM band, providing an increased range between devices of up to 10 km.
Service management for enhanced safety networks
19 May, 2011Interoperability between different agencies has been highlighted as one of the key challenges to improve emergency services’ responses to incidents - ranging from accidents to natural disasters and terrorist attacks. Mark Ward, national business development manager for Airwave Solutions Australia, explains the benefits of taking a ‘service management’ approach to address this challenge.
TETRA network expands in Sweden
09 May, 2011Sweden’s nationwide TETRA network, RAKEL, is gradually expanding its number of subscribers, as increasing numbers of organisations seek to use its security, data and efficiency.
Future Technology Devices Vinculo development platform
29 April, 2011Future Technology Devices has available Vinculo, an embedded development platform inspired by the Arduino Duemilanove/Uno.
