Date: 17/03/2010

Emergency communications systems were tested for Interoperability

Project 25 (P25) interoperability testing using Project 25 Inter-RF Subsystem Interface (P25 ISSI) gateways was successfully tested by emergency communication equipment suppliers which include Motorola, PlantCML-EADS, Etherstack, Harris Corporation, PowerTrunk and Raytheon Company. These six industry leaders demonstrated another new milestone in interoperability with the successful testing of interoperable communications between the ISSI Gateways from each of these manufacturers.

The testing occurred over the past several weeks using a Motorola ASTRO 25 system connected over an ISSI interface to Project 25 systems from each of the other five leading manufacturers of public safety equipment. Each system was tested separately and successful P25 ISSI wireline interoperability was achieved using each manufacturer's P25 ISSI gateway.

"This latest testing is another example of P25 manufacturers continuing to work together to advance interoperability for public safety, enabling first responders to communicate in emergency situations," said Bob Schassler, senior vice president, Motorola Worldwide Radio Solutions. "Motorola supports the Project 25 standard and we are dedicated to enhancing interoperability through the ISSI interface in the public safety environment. This testing highlights our commitment to working with other P25 manufacturers to provide our customers with the confidence that the ISSI standard will allow multiple P25 systems to interoperate to support emergency communications for all public safety agencies."