March/April 1997
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PROCTOR BRIDGES WIRELESS E9-1-1 GAP
Cell-Link, a new cellular telephone identification system from Proctor & Associates, gives wireless customers access to enhanced 9-1-1 services. Formerly, 9-1-1 calls from wireless telephones were sometimes routed to the wrong PSAP resulting in manual transfers from one PSAP to another, causing delays. In addition, the emergency dispatcher wasn't provided with a complete 10-digit number for the caller, preventing the dispatcher from calling back if the 9-1-1 caller was disconnected. With Cell-Link, wireless calls are routed to the correct PSAP, avoiding time consuming transfers. A 10-digit phone number is provided for callback, even if the caller is "roaming." Cell-Link meets Phase 1 FCC rules, and the system's modular structure supports provisioning over a wide range of trunk capabilities.
MODULAR WINDOWS NT-BASED CONSOLE SYSTEM
A new Windows NT-based communications dispatch system, the Ultra-Com NT, is available from Modular Communication Systems. All software is incorporated into the system, giving the user complete control over screen appearance and system functionality, precluding reprogramming charges. The Ultra-Com NT console system utilizes extensive use of Complex Programmable Logic Devices which reduce the number of discrete integrated circuits and provide greater hardware flexibility. The operator position consists of a Pentium PC, a high-resolution color monitor and a Digital Audio Module package. Data entry is made by mouse or trackball; a touch-screen option is available. A diagnostic program provides for extensive diagnostic tests to be conducted automatically and/or manually, which identify software and hardware problems and recommends corrective action in easy-to-read diagnostic messages.
PORTABLE FLOOD AND SPILL CONTROL
"Waterwall" is a lightweight, utility truck-transportable barrier system which can be installed in minutes by a small work crew to provide immediate, short term control of flood waters and containment of liquid chemical spills. When filled with water ballast, each "Waterwall" conforms to the shape of the terrain and flexes to fit with adjoining units to form a five foot high barrier to contain or divert liquids. Constructed of heavy duty PVC material, "Waterwall" weighs 130 lbs. empty. There is no need for heavy equipment or large numbers of volunteer workers. "Waterwall" can be dismantled, moved or removed by draining the ballast. The system can be cleaned, stored and used again.
NEW DISCONNECT CONNECTION
The new Super 30 Auto Eject introduced by Kussmaul Electronics represents a step forward in automatic power line disconnects for emergency vehicles. Featuring an IEC 309 connector which meets international standards, the device permits operating the higher powered equipment found in modern emergency vehicles from a single power input line. A retracting mechanism permits a flush installation while an interrupter switch eliminates arcing at the connector contacts. Available for installation on vehicles with either 12 volt or 24 volt systems.
KNOX-BOX FOR EMS RESPONDERS
The 1650-DH "Responder" Knox-Box is a key lock box designed for use by EMS personnel. The keys to the home or building are locked inside the Knox-Box and then hung over the door. Immediate access by EMS personnel to the door entry key prevents critical time delays and unnecessary property damage due to forced entry. Responder Knox-Boxes are keyed the same as all other Knox devices within a department's jurisdiction that utilize a Knox Master Key. The Knox-Box is easy to install, allows premises to be re-secured, provides high security key storage and works within existing fire department protocol.
EXPANDABLE MOBILE RADIOS FROM MOTOROLA
Motorola's new LTS 2000 portable and LCS 2000 mobile radios offer standard features that make it more cost-effective to add users to two-way radio systems. Both radios are dual mode capable and offer up to 90 modes on trunked and conventional channels. By sharing common software features, the radios can offer reduced training time, simpler operation and potentially higher productivity. Features include: Compatibility with numerous systems; ability to tailor for multi-site use with SMARTNET PLUS roaming capability; APCO 16 features, including Emergency, Push-to-talk ID; telephone interconnect, Private Conversation and Call Alert, backlit displays with status icons for easy readability.
COMDIAL MAKES AN IMPRESSION
Comdial Corp. announced the commercial availability of its new Impression family of digital key telephone systems. The Impression line includes four modern, easy-to-use terminals, an attendant console, three digital switching units, and a four-line/eight-station expansion unit which allows the system to expand from four lines/eight phones to 24 lines/48 phones. Standard features include built-in station message detail accounting and the ability to route incoming calls automatically to the next available dispatcher. In addition, Impression offers two new software features: "Dial-by-Name" enables callers to scroll their telephone displays to select the name of the person they wish to call, or they can simply enter the first three letters of the name of the person to be called and press the "dial" key.
NO MESS UNDER THE DESK
Watson Furniture Systems has a new solution for the mess of tangled wires and cables piled under typical workstation PCs. The Cable Keeper allows anyone to improve the safety and decor of their computer workstation. The Cable Keeper is a framed bag made to hang under the desk to collect and conceal the cables emanating from the back of a workstation. The Cable Keeper removes wires and cables from the floor, allows cleaning personnel to completely vacuum under the desk, keeps wires from becoming tangled in feet and rolling chairs, enhances leg room and prevents accidental disconnects between power strips and electrical cords.
MICROTALK 99 CHANNEL RADIO
MicroTalk, from Advanced Videotech Corporation, is a 5 watt VHF, 4 watt UHF, 99 channel, synthesized two-way radio with a die-cast aluminum frame. MicroTalk operates on a frequency range of 136-174 VHF, 436-470 UHF. Included features are a Rubberflex antenna, 700 MAH Ni-Cad battery, belt clip, 110v AC wall charger and wrist strap.
RUGGEDIZED COMPONENT MOUNTS
SMC Electro-Mount recently introduced a new series of heavy duty mounts. The SMC Rugged Duty Uni-Lok Mount features a 1-1/4" shaft along with oversized ball-stud and ball-cap. Mount components are machined from solid 6061 T6 aluminum bar stock, providing a combination of strength and durability. Specially designed Allen screws and T-knobs are used to position and secure the mount assembly. In addition to conventional radio/control head installations, other mount applications include laptop computers and MDT's.
BEST POWER UPS IS A PATRIOT PLUS
Patriot®Plus, an all-new line of 650VA and 920VA (120Vmodels) Internet-ready standby UPS from Best Power, provides both power protection for workstations and modem connection protection while on the World Wide Web. The Patriot Plus' PowerSteady feature allows users to ride out under-and overvoltages without draining the user-replaceable batteries. It is Internet ready, incorporating telephone/10Base-T network surge suppression to protect computers connected to the Internet via a modem from dangerous lightning and "backdoor" surges. Its additional indicators and alarms provide easy-to-find, "at a glance" information about power, load, and UPS conditions, to help users anticipate, diagnose, and correct power-related problems. It is Plug and Play compatible, making Patriot Plus easy to install for Windows 95.
PROGRAMMABLE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
Harvey Distributing Co., manufacturer of P.O.P. Locks Power Locking Systems for ambulance, rescue and fire vehicles, now has available the KE1500 Programmable Numeric Keyless Entry System for locking/unlocking compartments and doors of emergency vehicles. This system can be integrated with OEM or custom power locking and includes 3 levels of programmability for multiple users, shifts, or when in for repairs. Programming takes less than 5 seconds and eliminates the problem of lost keys or transmitters
GET "FIT AND FORGET" WITH RACAL
A major step forward in archival tape management, plus greatly expanded capacity for online voice message recording are among the enhancements made by Racal Recorders, Inc. to its Wordnet multi-channel digital recording system. Wordnet is used for message archiving and replay in financial trading, air traffic control, law enforcement and emergency services environments. Improvements to the Wordnet recorder include: hard disk instant access, archival mass storage unit, Wordnet serial workstation, 4-channel synchronized replay, 4 replay sessions, and dial-in replay.
NEW WORLD SYSTEMS MAKES PROGRESS
New World Systems announces a new suite of mobile computing applications for law enforcement, based on Progress Software Corporation's object-oriented environment, Progress Version 8. New World Systems now offers a mobile computing application suite for police and sheriff's departments. Written in Progress Version 8, these applications offer local law enforcement agencies a number of benefits. They increase officer safety by enabling officers in the field to rapidly and directly access state and national crime databases, as well as their CAD, from a vehicle-mounted laptop computer. With New World Systems' field reporting software, officers can complete reports electronically from their vehicles and later upload them to supervisors' PCs.
NO INTERFERENCE WITH ICOM RECEIVER
The IC-R8500 all mode, wide band communications receiver is new from Icom America. The IC-R8500 continuously covers a wide frequency range from 0.1 to 2000 MHz with 10Hz resolution while maintaining a high receive sensitivity. The receiver monitors government bands, emergency services, fire and police, VHF air and marine bands, WFM, and amateur broadcast stations. The IC-R8500 has high receive sensitivity over its entire range, and the built-in, high quality crystal provides good frequency stability. A noise blanker, RF attenuator, and selectable AGC functions clarify desired signals when experiencing various forms of interference.
PHANTOM OF THE ANTENNA
The Phantom low profile antenna from Antenex is a low visibility antenna with a wide bandwidth and low angle radiation pattern that is superior to flat or "hockey puck" style antennas. The Phantom line features a new patent pending antenna element that has "radiation diversity," reducing the annoying drop-outs and dead spots encountered with standard antennas. Included is Antenex's standard NMO style mounting thread or a threaded stud mount adapted from the marine antenna industry.
CROSSBAND INTERFACE UNIT
The CBI-5 Crossband Interface System from JPS Communications allows up to 5 UHF/VHF radios to intercommunicate freely from band to band under portable or mobile radio operator control. Crossband operation is permitted in various configurations including any two bands at a time or all bands simultaneously. The CBI-5 may be controlled via DTMF commands from the associated portable and mobile radios, or by a PC connected to the unit. The CBI-5's telephone interface allows outside callers to dial into the system and to pass telephone communications over any and all radio bands interfaced through the unit. Conversely, any mobile or portable operator can use access codes to initiate an outside telephone call through the CBI-5.
YOUNG ADULT PAPERBACK SERIES TOUTS 9-1-1
Reportedly based on real medical emergencies and rescues, Archway Paperbacks has launched a new series titled Distress Call 911 by D. L. Carey. The young adult oriented books feature the Yellowjackets, rigorously trained teenagers who help emergency medical staff save lives. Through a variety of adventures, the Yellowjackets must confront ethical problems as well as emergency situations. The series also features back of book emergency tips.
PROMOTING 9-1-1 POSITIVELY
Positive Promotions provides a fun yet educational children's activity book narrated by Timmy the Dinosaur. Through Timmy, children are taught the proper uses of 9-1-1 and what to do in various emergencies. Your company/Dispatch Center name and information can be printed on the front of the book.
APC ENHANCES ITS UPS
American Power Conversion has enhanced its Matrix-UPS series of high performance Uninterruptible Power Supplies to increase power management for data centers. System administrators will now be able to simplify their disaster recovery plans by managing their power the same way they manage the rest of the systems and data. APC's SmartSlot technology enables the user to customize and enhance the management, control and performance of the Matrix-UPS unit with accessories such as the PowerNet SNMP Adapter card for SNMP management or the UPS Interface Expander card for multiple platform, unattended, graceful shutdown. The SmartSlot accessories are installed directly into the Matrix-UPS without the need for additional wiring or cables.
PROTECT YOUR CENTER WITH SONY TIME LAPSE VCRS
Sony Electronics introduced three new time-lapse VHS videocassette recorders. The SVT-150, the SVT-3050 and the SVT-5050 can record up to 24, 168, and 960 hours respectively, offer superior resolution and a RS-232C interface, for seamless integration into a computer-based system. these three new products, developed for a variety of security applications, round out Sony's family of high quality VHS time-lapse recorders. The recorders provide users with increased flexibility to choose the unit most suited to their security needs and with the RS-232C interface are ideal for computer-controlled security applications. All three recorders offer features designed for effective video archiving, such as a built-in time/date generator, audio recording/playback in two, 12, and 24 hour modes, 30-day battery backup, and a warning signal for tape before-end and tape jam.
DATARADIO'S MOBILE COMPUTER SYSTEM
Dataradio's VISlink PS2001 offers public safety agencies an economical way of building a mobile computing foundation without requiring an expensive, customized system. VISlink PS2001 is designed for small-to medium-side departments, and is based on an advanced message switch that connects mobile computers and state/NCIC/NLETS databases, CAD systems, local RMS, and other external systems and databases. VISlink PS2001 provides terminal emulation that allows laptop computers to be used in place of MDTs. VISlink PS2001 also includes an E-Mail feature.
CATALOG CONTAINS ZERO ENCLOSURES
New from Zero Enclosures, a manufacturer of deep drawn aluminum enclosures and cases, is a 72-page catalog detailing over 100,000 pre-tooled sizes of deep drawn enclosures. Deep drawn products are available in rectangular, square or round configurations with options for covers and standard nutplate/junction box assemblies listed in an easy to read format. Zero Enclosures is a Zero Corporation company whose primary business is protecting electronics, where it serves the system packaging, thermal management and engineered case requirements of the telecommunications, instrumentation and data processing markets.
NEW MAPPING SOFTWARE FOR WIN 95
Klynas Engineering has released Streets On A Disk version 32 road mapping software. Designed for Windows 95 and Windows NT, the new Streets 32 encompasses over 50,000 lines of software to create features not found in other road mapping applications. Streets 32 contains over 30 easy-to-use menus including street name search, address search, boundary area search, point search and other options including a GPS interface for tracking vehicles. CD-ROM map disks are available by state as well as by county for the entire US. Most maps can locate an address to within 100 feet; "Wide Streets" feature shows curbs and lane markers drawn to scale. http://www2.klynas.com/streets/.
HAZMAT IN YOUR POCKET
The First Responder's Guide to Hazardous Materials from Firebelle Productions is designed to help firefighters and other emergency response personnel successfully manage a hazmat incident. The book essentially puts the contents of a 24-hour hazmat first responder course at your fingertips in an easy-to-use field guide format. Based on nationally recognized standards and practices for dealing with hazmat incidents, the 224-page pocket guidebook is spiral-bound at the top and is geared for both the public sector and private industry.
