Civil Communication Connection Unit provides interoperability.March 15, 2011 -
Intended for first responders looking to connect disparate communications systems and networks to 4G LTE networks, Audio Connect Unit-5000 can patch together 12 communications channels to create interoperability nets across disparate devices. Nets can be local, or may include links through Internet Protocol to distant users and other authorized personnel. Channels can be configured to interface with radios, VoIP, public switched telephone network lines, and Radio over IP devices.
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Original Press release
Raytheon Company
Hartwell Rd.
Bedford, MA, 01730
USA
Raytheon Announces Next Generation of ACU Interoperable Communications
MARLBOROUGH, Mass., -- Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) has launched the Audio Connect Unit-5000 that provides the ability to connect a greater number of channels to enable seamless communication among first responders.
Designed for greater versatility, the Raytheon ACU-5000 can patch together 12 communications channels to create interoperability nets, similar to a conference call, across disparate devices. The nets can be local, or may include links through Internet Protocol to distant users and other authorized personnel.
"The ACU-5000 is a cost-effective solution for first responders looking to connect their current disparate communications systems and networks to the new 4G LTE (Fourth Generation Long Term Evolution) networks," said Bill Iannacci, director of Civil Communications, Raytheon Network Centric Systems. "Raytheon's ACU solution underscores our commitment to first responders by providing them with a flexible and easily configurable communications system to help them perform their jobs more effectively and safely."
Raytheon Company, with 2010 sales of $25 billion, is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defense, homeland security and other government markets throughout the world. With a history of innovation spanning 89 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; and command, control, communications and intelligence systems, as well as a broad range of mission support services. With headquarters in Waltham, Mass., Raytheon employs 72,000 people worldwide.
The ACU-5000 supports 12 channels that can be individually configured to interface with radios, Voice over Internet Protocol and soft phones, public switched telephone network lines for connection to a standard telephone network, and Radio over Internet Protocol devices. The system also has a handset interface to assist setup and provide a local communications capability.
www.raytheon.com
CONTACT: Dave Desilets, +1-972-952-2239
Web Site: http://www.raytheon.com
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