Schaumburg, Ill 10 March, 2008 Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT), today announced that its TETRA digital trunk radio communications system is now fully operational in Uganda, enabling efficient communication between Ugandas security agencies.
The TETRA system includes a state-of-the-art control room, bases in the Kampala and Entebbe area, and numerous subscriber terminals for instant, reliable digital communication that ensures confidential voice transmissions for secure communication.
The system is connected to Uganda's telephony network and to the conventional network through a gateway. The system includes an emergency call/alarm feature, private call; SMS and telephone interconnect functions for specific talk groups in the Uganda Police Force and other security forces, Civil Aviation Authority, and Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The encoded Motorola TETRA digital trunk radio system allows interoperability among the different agencies and immediate communication of their operational needs. Additional feature includes GPS-based Automatic Vehicle Location System (AVLS) embedded in each radio.
The TETRA system provides efficient and reliable support for all security agencies in the country, as well as a flexible communications system for sending and receiving instructions, clarifying duties, and coordinating responses during emergencies.
Wireless communication is an essential tool for the Uganda Police during heightened alert, as it enables more efficient deployment of resources and a quicker and more effective response to incidents. It also allows better focus on duties and essential routine patrols. Motorola is privileged to provide the cutting-edge digital trunk communications system as one of the solutions for the Uganda Police Force, said Ron Landenberg, director of communication systems operation, part of Motorolas Government and Public Safety Business Unit.
Motorola's communication system and technology is an enormous improvement that addresses Ugandan safety concerns. The system proved itself as most reliable communication solution at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) held in Kampala. The system provides adequate coverage for police and security personnel out in the field, said ICT Minister, Dr. Ham Mulira, "The system also provides interoperability agencies as they operate on a joined communication infrastructure an important feature in receiving mission-critical information during emergencies".
About TETRA
TETRA is an open digital trunk radio standard stipulated by European Telecommunications Standards Institute, which can cater to the highest requirements of mobile radio professionals.
About Motorola
Motorola is known around the world for innovation in communications. The company develops technologies, products and services that make mobile experiences possible. Our portfolio includes communications infrastructure, enterprise mobility solutions, digital set-tops, cable modems, mobile devices and Bluetooth accessories. Motorola is committed to delivering next generation communication solutions to people, businesses and governments. A Fortune 100 company with global presence and impact, Motorola had sales of US $36.6 billion in 2007. For more information about our company, our people and our innovations, please visit http://www.motorola.com.
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[Source: Just Another Mobile Phone Blog]
