Opensky Overview - OpenSky P-801T User Manual

Overview
The P-801T Portable Radio is a key component of the OpenSky network.
This section gives an overview of:
• The OpenSky network, and
• OpenSky features and benefits.
The OpenSky
The P-801T Portable Radio is a part of the OpenSky network. The OpenSky
network
network is an integrated voice and data communications system. The system
provides a communication backbone that enables voice to be converted to
digital information and then transmitted over a wireless network. Data
applications can be used simultaneously with voice over the same network.
OpenSky
OpenSky connects seamlessly with existing applications and provides
features and
significant user benefits.
benefits
OpenSky:
• Eliminates the need to carry more than one radio to communicate mission
• Relieves radio users of the task of switching channels when moving to a
• Provides improved peak traffic performance for all voice and data
• Eliminates waiting for a radio channel to be available by automatically
• Provides simultaneous voice and data without having to change radio
• Locates users quickly and accurately with Global Positioning System
• Prioritizes communications, eliminating non-essential information and
P-801 User's Manual

OpenSky Overview

critical information by providing one communication system to many
users and agencies.
new coverage area by automatically roaming between base stations.
information.
switching your radio to the best available channel.
modes.
(GPS) equipped radios.
preventing information overload.
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