The Origin of Two-Way Police Radio Communication
In March of 1933, the Bayonne Police Department of Bayonne, New Jersey initiated the first regular two-way police radio communication in patrol cars. The advancement would have an impact on emergency communication that is still felt today. On April 7, 1928, Detroit Police Department Patrolman Kenneth Cox and engineering student Robert L. Batts developed a […]
The Importance of P25 Two-Way Radios
One of the most important changes in emergency communication was the establishment of Project 25 (P25). Started in 1989, P25 is a set of standards created to improve interoperable, digital, two-way wireless communication. The project was a collaborative effort between the Association of Public Safety Communications Officials International (APCO), the National Association of State Telecommunications […]
5 Reasons to Rely on KNG Command Radios
At BK Technologies, we look to supply public safety, the federal government, and business sector clients with reliable, high-performance communication technology. While we’re also proud to offer top-of-the-line products to meet the needs of commercial and industrial users, our BK Radio Products, typically used by professional radio operators, boast an extensive list of features that […]
Celebrating 178 Years Since the Beginnings of Long-Distance Communication
On January 6th, 1838, Samuel Morse demonstrated his telegraph system for the first time. The telegraph, which would eventually revolutionize long-distance communication, is a device that uses electric impulses to transmit encoded messages by wire. Morse spent several years developing a prototype for the electric telegraph, which used an electromagnet to transmit Morse code messages, […]
Thank You to Our Clients of 2015!
As 2015 draws to a close, Relm Wireless would like to take a moment to thank all of the agencies, departments, and organizations that have allowed us to be a part of fulfilling their mission in the past year. We know that reliable two-way radio communication is an integral part of your operations, and we’re […]
The First Atlantic Wireless Transmission
December 12th marked 114 years since one of the early pioneers of radio – Guglielmo Marconi – successfully sent the first transatlantic message. Early skeptics believed that the curvature of the Earth would limit radio transmission to distances of only 200 miles, but Marconi’s simple message (the Morse-code signal for ‘s’) proved those skeptics wrong. […]
The Latest in Two-Way Radio Features and Technology
Speaking of technology and two-way radios may seem contradictory to some, but in fact radio capabilities and features have advanced in several key areas. At Relm Wireless, we supply two-way radios to government entities, public safety agencies, and business clients alike. Each of these sectors has a different set of needs and priorities, but each […]
Identifying and Overcoming Perceived Obstacles to P25 Radio Systems
Though P25 radios are becoming the premier standard in land-mobile radio communications, several perceived obstacles persist. Two of these obstacles are cost and implementation. However, with hundreds of thousands of these radios in use- and many more department or agencies looking to add this equipment to their communications plan, it’s important to take a closer […]
On the Job: 3 Reasons to Choose Two-Way Radios for Worksite Communication
Communication on a job site is an important part of keeping the project running smoothly and efficiently. Coordinating equipment, materials, and people requires a reliable mode of communication. Two-way radios have long been relied upon in the construction environment, but in recent years smartphones have become an option also. But are they really a better, […]
8 Important Criteria for Evaluating a Two Way Radio System
If you’re in the market for a two way radio system, you have many criteria to meet and a wide array of options. Navigating through the sea of options can seem daunting, but letting the current and future needs of your agency or department guide the purchasing process can help to make the process simpler. […]
