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August 2009 Product Round Up: Communications

EMS1 is focusing on news and information about Communications throughout the month of August 2009. Check out some of these great products currently on the site:

Enabling Interoperable Public Safety Communications
Emergencies don’t recognize boundaries and when a crisis hits, agencies from all points on the compass come to the call for mutual aid. However, public safety agencies have struggled to enable first responders from multiple disciplines, jurisdictions, and levels of government to communicate during emergencies. EMS1 is proud to partner with Cisco to provide a free, downloadable PDF eSupplement with valuable information for emergency communications. Visit the EMS1 eSupplement Section and simply log in using your existing EMS1 account or quickly register for full access.

Incident Commanders’ Radio Interface™ from C-AT
The ICRI is a multi-purpose ‘bridge’ solving 3 field issues for first responders: 1) Communications Interoperability- bridges mobile, portable, military and civilian radios; including cell/satellite/direct-connect and land-line phones; trunked and conventional radios; P25 and VoIP compatible. 2) Tactical Repeating: functions as a repeater to connect and extend radio frequency coverage in urban or wildland environments. 3) Enhances in-building coverage and extends underground communications (in conjunction with C-AT’s Cable Reel/Extension). Visit the Communications-Applied Technology Web site for more information.

EF Johnson Technologies presents the ES Series Portable Radios
EF Johnson Technologies provides two way radios and trunked/conventional communication systems for law enforcement, firefighters, EMS, and the military. Their new 5100 ES Series radios meet the needs of first responders and are specifically designed for public safety. Featuring crisp and powerful digital audio, Project 25 trunked and conventional operation, SMARTNET®/SmartZone® interoperability, and a sleek ergonomic design, the 5100 ES Series is the right choice. Check out the ES Series Portable Radios on the EF Johnson Technologies Web site.

Upgrade to America’s Largest Push to Talk Coverage Area
Verizon Wireless, the same people who created America’s most reliable wireless voice Network, now bring you America’s largest Push to Talk coverage area. Proven devices and best-in-class service are two more great reasons to make the switch. When you need to connect now - to get information, make an emergency announcement or mobilize employees - you can count on Push to Talk. Connect instantly with individuals or groups with the push of a button. Learn more about Push to Talk from Verizon Wireless.

For more information on Communications, visit the EMS1 Communications Product Category at www.ems1.com/ems-products/communications.