Digital radio buyers guide

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DIGITAL RADIO COMMUNICATIONS BUYER’S GUIDE

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Welcome Customers looking to upgrade from analogue to digital radio systems now enjoy the luxury of a much wider range of choice.

For example, the arrival of DMR Tier III equipment on the market from some manufacturers means end users have another option to choose from if they require a trunked network. Manufacturers are offering a range of basic to full keypad hand portables, as well as ATEX and covert radios.

Wireless magazine has selected some of the very best digital radio products to help customers choose the right solution to meet their individual requirements. We’ve picked out some of the top hand portable terminals from the TETRA, DMR, dPMR and NXDN standards, along with repeaters, base stations and antennas. Check out the guide to find out what equipment is right for you.

James Atkinson Editor

Contents 04 TETRA 08 DMR 10 NXDN 12 DMR 13 REPEATERS 14 BASE STATIONS 15 ANTENNAS

Published by Noble House Media Ltd, 14-16 Great Pulteney Street, London W1F 9ND • Second edition If you’d like to be part of the third edition, please contact: Editor James Atkinson 0207 440 3823 or Sales Natasha Bailey 0207 440 3822 • Mark Fermor 0207 440 3866 • Amir Eshaghzadeh 0207 440 3820 All material in this publication is covered by copyright. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form – electronic, mechanical, photocopying or otherwise, in whole or in part without written permission of the publisher. © 2013 Noble House Media Ltd. While considerable care has been taken in the production of this issue, no responsibility can be accepted for any errors or omissions. No responsibility can be accepted for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs, artwork or equipment. All correspondence is assumed to be intended for publication unless clearly stated otherwise.

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TETRA

MOTOROLA

MTP3000 SERIES Safer, tougher, and easier to use, Motorola Solutions’ MTP3000 TETRA radio series increases user safety and effectiveness.

The three new models in the MTP3000 series meet core user demands for increased user safety and reliability and set new standards with significant improvements in audio quality, increased network coverage, ruggedness and ease of use. These radios meet the differing needs of a wide range of users with feature sets that match operational requirements.

The MTP3000 radios offer the highest receiver sensitivity in the market (a -2db increase on all existing TETRA radios), which allows a 14% range increase and a 30% boost to network coverage when compared to a standard European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) specification radio.

The MTP3000 series has been designed to deliver superior audio quality with an optimum level of audio loudness and clarity of voice coupled with a superior microphone system.

This ensures that users can hear and be heard clearly, even in the noisiest environments.

The enhanced sensitivity and true 1.8W output deliver the best network coverage together with enhanced coverage in buildings with an associated improvement in user safety.

The radio features two control knobs, one for volume and one for talk groups, offering a user experience similar to analogue radios which enables simple migration from analogue to digital communications. The ergonomic design also makes the radio easier to use for users wearing the radio out of sight.

In addition, the MTP3000 series introduces a new fast and rugged IP55-certified side connector, allowing the user to connect and disconnect an accessory in less than two seconds.

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TETRA

SEPURA

SEPURA

STP8X SERIES

STP9000 SERIES

The only hand-portables on the market to meet the demands of IECEx/ATEX standards (v6) as well as achieving IP67 rating, Sepura’s award-winning STP8X Intrinsically-Safe TETRA radios combine outstanding toughness and crystal clear audio with a full set of efficiency-boosting functions for fast, secure communications – in even the harshest conditions. Available in full and reduced keypad versions, the terminals feature a display that’s crystal clear – even in sunlight; a highly tactile keypad; and the market-leading ‘Man Down’ capability, which issues local and over-the-air alerts if the user falls or is immobilised.

Dust-resistant and tough enough to withstand submersion in up to 1m of water for up to 30 minutes, the IP67-rated STP9000 series ensures secure communications in even the harshest of conditions.

With enhanced audio technology, integrated RFID tag and sunlightvisible display, the radios also feature a haptic keypad, for ease of use with gloved hands, and supersensitive GPS. Variants include the STP9000 (full keypad; large, colour screen), the STP9100 (reduced keypad; large, colour screen) and the STP9200 (reduced keypad, monochrome screen).

FUNKWERK

FUNKWERK

FT4 Ex

FT4 S Ex

The efficient and intrinsically safe Funkwerk FT4 Ex TETRA handset is specially designed for professional users and for use in highly sensitive environments.

The FT4 Ex is safe to use in gas and dust atmospheres with a high risk of explosion and is certified in accordance with the strict European ATEX as well as international IECEx directives.

By means of special functions/ sensors for manual/automatic alarm initiation, this is the single radio that combines the highest level of intrinsic safety with personal security functions.

All versions are available with GPS and in the 410-470MHz frequency band.

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DMR

HYTERA

RD965 PORTABLE REPEATER Compliant to DMR open standard, Hytera RD965 is a digital portable repeater of high flexibility and feasibility. Compact and embedded with a mini duplexer, it realises quick networking and easy deployment together with mobile power and backpack accessories. Supporting API development and network expanding, RD965 achieves dispatching and many other applications.

Rugged & Reliable Compliance to IP67 and MIL-STD-810 C/D/E/F/G, RD965 can perform excellently even under extreme environments.

Dual-mode operation RD965 can operate in both digital and analogue modes. Back to back interconnection of digital & analogue network can be achieved by wired or wireless IP, ensuring smooth analogue-to-digital migration. It is compatible with all DMR terminals, and can realise dual-time slots communication in digital mode.

User-friendly panel The operating panel of RD965 provides a wide range of channel status indicators, a button for channel adjustment, and a port for palm microphone or remote speaker microphone.

Convenient maintenance Hytera innovated RDAC (Remote Diagnose and Control) software supports network access at multiple points and allow the administrator to monitor networked terminals. With this application, users can monitor, diagnose and control remote and local repeaters, greatly facilitating maintenance.

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DMR/TETRA

HYTERA

HYTERA

X1E

X1P

Hytera X1e digital portable radio is the world’s smallest full power DMR radio (only 18mm thin with battery). With superb voice performance & coverage, X1e is designed for high-end mission critical users, providing highly secure voice encryption, GPS locating and IP67 protection features. X1e could be trusted in various working environments.

In extreme situations, users could communicate with others with fully covert accessories or send out an emergency signal without being noticed.

Hytera X1p DMR radio is an ultra-thin full power keypad digital portable radio with a body 21mm thin. It combines the benefits of DMR technology with innovative design and convenient operation, and can operate in both conventional and trunking modes.

With X1p, you are ensured reliable and secure communication with AES encryption algorithm & 256 digit dynamic encryption keys and IP67 protection.

HYTERA

HYTERA

PD785

PT580H

Hytera PD785 DMR portable radio delivers efficient voice communication and rich data applications to professional users with advanced digital technology and user-friendly design. With crisp digital voice, large-size colour display and IP67 protection, PD785 is rugged and easy to use.

It supports text messages up to 256 characters, GPS data transmission, and allows smooth analogue to digital migration with operation in both analogue and digital modes.

Hytera PT580H is a rugged and robust TETRA portable radio with compliance to IP67, MIL-STD-810 G and passing of HALT (Highly Accelerated Life Test). Powered by 3W RF output, it effectively enlarges signal coverage, especially in basement and indoor areas.

PT580H supports various voice and data services such as SMS, Man down and GPS positioning.

The 1.8-inch high resolution colour display, ergonomic design and friendly interface facilitate easy operation.

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NXDN

KENWOOD

NX-220/320 SERIES (VHF) / (UHF) NEXEDGE™ features Mixed Mode, the unique ability to communicate with all existing analogue radio equipment automatically without switching channel. This means that any investment in analogue is protected and allows for efficient and cost-effective migration to a digital network.

The six NEXEDGE™ models, from the easy to use entry-level NX-220E3/330E3 to the NX-220E/320E with 12+4 keys and display, are packed with advanced features. NXDN provides improved reception, even in fringe areas, has a range of voice and data security options and offers three levels of man down functions.

All NEXEDGE™ radios utilise true 6.25kHz channels technology.

NEXEDGE™ also offers a range of add-on features from OTAP (over-the-air programming) to telephone interconnect through a PSTN or PABX. NEXEDGE™ digital radio can make your business run smoother, your personnel safer and more efficient, and your customers happier.

To find out more about the NEXEDGE™ range, a full product and spec list and a comprehensive range of accessories are available from www.nexedgebusiness.co.uk

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NX220 Series – Top features • NEXEDGE™ Portable with Small & Light platform • 260 channel/128 Zone (Simple model 64 channel/4 Zone) • Multiple Solutions – in One Terminal • Digital Conventional mode • Digital Trunking mode • Analogue Conventional mode • Easy Migration Mixed Mode – Analogue and Digital

• Real ‘Very Narrow’ solution 6.25 kHz channel step • ‘Staff Safe’ Functions by Built-in motion sensor • VOX Ready • Lone Worker • Transparent Data Mode • Programmable TX/RX Indication (On/Off ) • 500 mW Speaker Audio

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NXDN

KENWOOD

KENWOOD

NX-220E/320E

NX-720GE/820GE/ NX-720E/820E

A portable radio with high level display/keypad from Kenwood’s second generation range. A small, light design with flexible features providing a simple migration path from analogue to NXDN digital.

The product includes four front PF keys, 260 channels and 128 zones.

All the NEXEDGE™ NX-220 range share common attributes, ensuring whichever model is chosen suits your needs. All NEXEDGE™ radios utilise true 6.25kHz channel spacing technology.

Announcing a brand new addition to the NEXEDGE® digital mobile radio range pitched to meet the increasing demand for a mid-tier level partner to the NX-220/320 hand portables.

The new radio features a 260 channel/128 zone capacity and provides multiple solutions in one terminal including Digital Conventional, Digital trunking and Analogue Conventional modes. In addition, the NX-720GE/820GE models include a factory installed GPS module with an optional KRA-40G GPS Antenna, significantly enhancing functionality.

KENWOOD

KENWOOD

NX-220E3/320E3

NX-200E/300E

The NX220E3/330E3 is an entry-level non-display compact portable radio from Kenwood’s second generation range. The NX220E3/320E3 includes 64 channels and four zones. All NEXEDGE™ radios utilise true 6.25 kHz channel spacing technology. The NX-220E3/330E3 models share common attributes with the other models in the NEXEDGE™ NX220/320 series, including NXDN Digital Air Interface, AMBE+2 Vocoder for Natural Sounding Digital Voice and Multi-Site IP Network Compatibility.

The NX-200E/300E has advanced features over traditional analogue radios, offering easy migration to secure digital communications.

The original, and still top of the NEXEDGE™ range, it offers a more advanced alphanumeric display and three colour LED and five-tone signalling. The product benefits from NXDN utilising true 6.25kHz channel spacing technology and is waterproof to IP67 MIL-STD 810F certification.

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DMR

TAIT

SIMOCO

TP9300

Xd range

Tait DMR Tier 3 is a highly reliable, modern, digital radio solution that is designed for mission critical environments. The TP9300 portables offer trunked DMR operation as well as full MPT 1327, and conventional FM functionality in one device. It can roam between DMR and MPT networks.

The portable has inbuilt GPS, Bluetooth速 wireless technology and IP67 protection.

The Simoco Xd range is a complete end-to-end DMR system with base station/repeater with integrated IP connectivity, mobiles and portables. Simoco Xd offers DMR Tier II as standard, with a DMR Tier III software upgrade option. Simoco Xd supplies all the benefits of the ETSI digital radio standard with increased capacity, interoperability with other DMR vendors and improved audio in high noise environments.

MOTOROLA

MOTOROLA

MOTOTRBO DP 3400

MOTOTRBO DP 3601

MOTOTRBO delivers better voice, better coverage and advanced digital calling features in a compact, robust form factor. Its DMR technology provides increased capacity and spectrum efficiency with integrated data capability. The non-display DP 3400 portable radio is easy to use with 32 channels, VHF and UHF models and is also available with GPS built in.

The DP 3601 digital portable radio with full display and keypad delivers all the advantages of MOTOTRBO and the display allows easy access to advanced digital features such as selective calling, caller ID and radio-to-radio texting. VHF and UHF models are available with 1000 channels and built-in data and GPS modem.

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REPEATERS

EYECOM

CREOWAVE

TETRA REPEATER

TETRA HYBRID REPEATER

The Eyecom range of repeater products are class-leading in their design, functionality and extreme reliability and with a broad range of available repeaters, Eyecom tailor solutions that are best for every customer’s needs. The Eyecom High Power Repeater is the ideal choice where maximum coverage distance or area is required. They are available as either band selective or channel selective.

Creowave’s TETRA Hybrid Repeater can be used both as a band selective or channel selective repeater or as a combination. The TETRA Hybrid Repeater can be supplied with an LCD touch-screen that enables the configuring and updating of the repeater in the field. Updates can be made for channel selection and channel bandwidth. The TETRA Hybrid Repeater can also be configured remotely through Creowave’s Repeater Manager Software.

CREOWAVE

KENWOOD

TETRA ATEX REPEATER

NXR-700/800

Creowave’s TETRA ATEX is a unique band selective repeater, ensuring the connection between the TETRA base station and TETRA handheld device in hazardous areas where unconditional ATEX requirement needs to be met. The repeater can be placed into hazardous areas requiring ATEX certificates and can also be deployed in areas up to Zone 1. It can be configured on site or remotely though Creowave Repeater Manager Software.

Kenwood’s NXR-700/800 models incorporate IP connectivity and full trunking mode as part of the NEXEDGE™ range, designed to enhance radio systems performance on UHF or VHF. These models are fully featured with a NXDN digital air interface and AMBE+2 Vocoder for natural sounding digital voice. They also operate in NXDN digital conventional and FM analogue modes, even on the same channel. With Autosensed Received Mode, a 30-channel scanning base station and system manager software for USB secure key access, this product suits all needs.

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base stations

damm

motorola

BS421

TETRA MTS1

DAMM’s TETRA base station programme offers IP65 protected outdoor base stations: the BS421, with up to four carriers at one site, as well as indoor base stations, and the BS41x, with up to 16 carriers, delivered with 10W or 25W output power versions.

The programme is designed for a fully distributed IP solution for full scalability, and it comes integrated with LogServer, Dispatcher and Network Management.

The MTS1 TETRA base station is a small, rugged and easily deployable solution for indoor and outdoor coverage applications. Based on a new high performance hardware platform, the MTS1 offers low power consumption, IP66 ingress protection and IP backhaul. These plus other advanced features not only enable diverse and rapid deployments, but also ensure that operational, installation and commissioning costs are kept to an absolute minimum.

kenwood

teltronic

NXR-710E/810E

TETRA MBS

The NXR-710E and NXR-810E conventional repeater/ base stations are a key element of Kenwood’s NEXEDGE™ product line, providing a cost-effective infrastructure solution for single site local area applications. With a KTI-4 option, IP connectivity is also available. The products operate multi-mode in both digital and analogue. Flexible configurations (high performance and low-cost) are perfectly suited for users who require local area coverage and desire migration to digital that’s compatible with existing analogue radios.

Teltonic’s TETRA MBS features a design that doesn’t require an additional unit at the foot of the tower, reducing installation costs. It is a complete one-carrier TETRA base station, with its main goal to improve coverage in shadow zones where an indoor base station is not recommended. A modular design allows easy upgrading to two TETRA carriers with an additional unit. The system is able to work under the harshest climatic conditions.

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ANTENNAS

PROCOM

SKYMASTS ANTENNAS

PCPI XHCP-DP/TETRA

HIGH PERFORMANCE PANEL ANTENNA

The PCPI xHCP-DP/TETRA covers the whole TETRA-band (380MHz to 420MHz) in one antenna. To reduce out-of-phase signals the antenna is left or right hand circular polarised, and is therefore especially suitable for installations in environments with iron and concrete where reflections are more probable.

Current applications include ships, public buildings, basements and tunnels. The antenna is suitable for mounting on walls and ceilings.

Offering low intermodulation products (PIM) covering the entire band from 380MHz to 470MHz, the Panel Antenna has been designed to offer a sleek modern look and is suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications with a fire retardant UV stable radome, as well as being available in a variety of different colours for covert installations. The product can be wall, ceiling or pole-mounted.

PANORAMA ANTENNAS

AMPHENOL

GPSB1

71482XX

The GPSB series antenna provides for multiple RF technologies within one antenna housing. Requiring just a single hole fixing, the GPSB1 reduces vehicle damage, the cost of installation and visual impact. The OEM shark fin style design provides multiple antenna functions while remaining discrete. The GPSB1 is suitable for public safety and transport, where a cost-effective and efficient antenna are essential.

Amphenol’s 71482xx is a heavy-duty four-stack array, with phasing harnesses mounted on an aluminium mast designed for TETRA network applications. The improved robustness makes it ideal for high wind speed sites available with 0, 5, 10, or 15 degree downtilt. Produced to the highest quality standards, these robust antenna designs ensure reliable operation in harsh environments.

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