QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS BY WIRELESS WOMAN

Question: I hear so much about the new digital two way radio these days. How is digital technology making a difference with this mode of wireless communications?

Answer: Digital two way radio voice is now going to another whole new level. Historically, this has been an analog medium, and the vast majority of systems remain that way today. But change is on the horizon. Just as digital technology has transformed other media, the same can be said for how mobile professionals will communicate in the future.

There are several advantages of the new digital two way radio over its analog counterpart. In comparison, digital technology offers greater spectral efficiency. This means you have a higher calling capacity. You also get greatly improved voice quality at the edge of the FM range, making it easier to hear and understand one another.

Additionally, the digital two way radio provides enhanced signaling which drives the user-friendly operation and advanced features. You can expect longer battery life in the field, too. You get combined voice communication and wireless data applications in the same piece of equipment. This really ramps up your productivity away from the office.

Every current analog two way radio user should make a features list of what he or she really needs in order to operate in the maximum output mode. What analog can’t fulfill, digital can.

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