DANIELS ELECTRONICS ANNOUNCES A NEW 25 / 8.33 kHz AVIATION AM RADIO
Victoria, B.C. Canada – July 1, 2006 - Daniels Electronics Ltd., announce the enhancement of their radio product line, with the release of new VHF Aviation AM modules (Transmitters and Receivers) capable of operating at 8.33 kHz narrowband bandwidth in the 118-136 MHz aviation band in addition to the existing 25 KHz bandwidth. This expands Daniels Electronics ability to meet the needs of the North American aviation industry as it moves from 25 kHz wideband channels to 8.33 kHz channels. This follows the European trend where aircraft there have been using 8.33 kHz channels for several years. A distinguishing feature of Daniels AM radio modules is that the handle on the front panel contains a low current digital display and buttons to enable user programming of channel 16.
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Aviation VHF AM – VHF FM Crossband Radio Repeater
Daniels manufactures ground stations that can be used in several applications such as ATICS transmitters or as crossband repeaters to extend coverage from airports to distant aircraft, or to communicate with ground personnel. A ground to air crossband repeater allows FM ground radios (VHF or UHF) to communicate with AM VHF aircraft radios. This is common requirement at many airports to facilitate communications between the cockpit and the aircraft servicing crews (de-icing, refueling, baggage handling, etc). An example of this at the Hartford Airport in Connecticut, USA is described in a newsletter on the Daniels Electronics website: http://www.danelec.com/company/news/newsletter_2005_spring.htm |
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A second example of air to ground crossband radios is for emergency response organizations. Ground based fire fighters or search and rescue crews require direct communication to the supporting aircraft and helicopters. Similarly police agencies may require direct communications with helicopters in the pursuit of a suspect. |
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An added benefit available with a Daniels radio is its ability to interface directly to the 911 emergency dispatch console using a digital Ethernet connection. Daniels Electronics has developed a digital Ethernet interface called the Universal Interface Card (UIC) that provides a digital audio and control signal interface from the radio to the console in accordance with the P25 digital standards. Daniels currently is capable of interfacing to major console vendors including: Catalyst Communications Technologies, Twisted Pair Solutions, Telex, Zetron, Avtec and Pantel. Full details and further information is on the Daniels website http://www.danelec.com/pdfs/brochure_eng_RoIP.pdf |
Transportable Cases
Daniels radios are configured as a modular system in a standard 19” subrack. (Optional redundancy switching is available - http://www.danelec.com/products/hardware/redundant_switch.asp.) Shown below is a typical Aviation VHF AM – VHF FM crossband repeater. Daniels radios are known for their flexible modular construction which allows custom configurations for specialized applications and each module is hot swappable for ease of maintenance . Daniels radios are renowned for their robust construction, low current consumption and extreme temperature tolerance (-40º to +60º C) which has enabled them to be deployed in some of the world’s harshest environments such as Alaska and Siberia. |
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In addition to the above rack mounted configuration, Daniels radios can also be deployed in transportable cases. Daniels has two cases ideally suited for temporary tactical use. |
Aluminum - ET-3
The Daniels ET-3 case is a rugged, pressurized, waterproof, aluminum 19" transportable case accommodating one subrack. It features spring-retracted handles, smooth latches, a pressure-relief valve and a desiccant. Any standard 19" Daniels Electronics subrack can be mounted inside. In addition to the space for a 3U high subrack, the transportable has a 2U space free for optional modules. The lid has a steel plate to magnetically mount an antenna. There are two versions of the lid to accommodate either an Iridium, Inmarsat or Globalstar satellite telephone interface. |
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Polyethylene Briefcase - ET-4-A09-01
The Daniels Briefcase Repeater is a compact lightweight 9 RU case that accommodates standard Daniels radio modules as well as an optional battery backup and duplexer. An interface connection on the side of the case provides access to the RF, DC and AC inputs. The case is rugged, waterproof, and easily deployed by one person. The case itself is constructed from high density polyethylene with reinforced walls. It has recessed handles, smooth latches, and anodized valences. |
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The Power supply module includes a 6W Speaker, integral AC-DC power converter and battery charger. The power converter accepts 90-260 VAC and provides a trickle charge for the integral battery cell. Included in the power module is an AGM battery providing 10.5 AH backup. At a 10% duty cycle that equates to 12 hours of operation. An optional external battery pack can also be connected. |
To learn more about Daniels Aviation radio and other Land Mobile Radio solutions please contact us at the address below. |
Daniels Electronics Ltd.
43 Erie Street
Victoria , BC
Tel: (250) 382-8268
Fax: (250) 382-6139
sales@danelec.com
www.danelec.com |
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About Daniels Electronics Ltd.
Daniels Electronics Ltd. is a North American leader in the design and manufacture of customized radio communications systems for specialized applications. For the past 50 years Daniels has provided our customers in North America and internationally with highly reliable base stations, repeaters and paging equipment that is environmentally robust and operates in rugged and extreme temperature conditions where low current consumption is a key requirement. For more information about Daniels Electronics, visit www.danelec.com.
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