[Scan-DC] Anne Arundel County's ARINC mobile command post

[Alan Henney]

Closing the Communication Gap
http://wjz.com/video/?id=10341@wjz.dayport.com

Interesting video at that link.


http://www.arinc.com/products/network_engr/awins.html

      ARINC Wireless Interoperable Network Solutions (AWINST)

      The Department of Homeland Security defines communications
interoperability as "the ability of public safety agencies to talk
across disciplines and jurisdictions via radio communications systems,
exchanging voice and/or data with one another on demand, in real time,
when needed."

      AWINS is a standards-based architecture that utilizes data
networks to enable interoperability among disparate radios and other
communication systems. ARINC developed the AWINS architecture to fill
the radio interoperability gap for all Land Mobile Radio (LMR) users.
AWINS connects all types of radio and telephone systems including
standard UHF and VHF analog radios, mobile digital, voice over IP
systems, ship-to-shore, air-ground, standard phones, and push-to-talk
cellular.

      The AWINS architecture extends interoperability beyond the
traditional scope of LMR to include almost any voice and video
communications device such as telephones, computers, cellular phones,
IP phones, and video conference systems. Existing radio interconnects,
such as the ACU 1000 from JPS, can also be integrated. When connected
to participating radio and phone systems, AWINS provides continuous
connectivity among all radio and phone users. Even mobile command and
communications vehicles equipped with AWINS provide immediate
interoperability right on the scene.

      AWINS-integrated devices are a vital resource that not only
addresses the interoperability objectives of stakeholders, but also
helps to achieve the missions of homeland security, other government
agencies, and corporations. Ultimately, AWINS is a solution that helps
first responders stay connected to do their jobs.

      Features

        a.. Scalable, secure, standards-based architecture
        b.. Full LMR interoperability (UHF, VHF, P25, and more)
        c.. Inclusion of non-LMR devices in LMR conversations
        d.. Creation of permanent or ad hoc conferences
        e.. Easy-to-use dispatcher interface
        f.. Elimination of the distance barrier: talk to anyone with
access to the network
        g.. Built with commercial, off-the-shelf (COTS) products
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