How Does Two Way Radio Equipment Communication Works?
A 2-way radio is a communication device that allows a device to communicate with a station on a spectrum that is different than the channels available for regular radio communication. The device can be used for personal communication or as a communications device for public safety and emergency situations, such as responding to emergencies. The frequency of the radio may vary and depend on the use and intended purpose of the device.
The 2-way radios are not like traditional phones in the sense that they operate on channels that are dedicated to particular purposes, rather than being broadcast over a number of channels normally used for telephony. The radio will receive data streams on a set of channels and transmit them to designated receivers. Typically, this data stream consists of voice and data.
These radios are able to work in a manner similar to a phone as far as what channels are used and how they operate is similar too. The difference is that when a radio receives data it converts the information into an analog signal that can travel along a number of channels until it is received by a receiver. The difference is that the channels used on a standard telephone are referred to as PHONES channels and the ones used on a two-way radio are called SSIDS or Short-Sonic Transceivers. The converted signals are sent out as digital data on a number of channels, rather than on a single channel as is the case with a conventional telephone call.
There are several different types of two-way radios that can be operated and are available with various operating modes. The more popular ones include portable and trunked models. In a way, the differences in these radios reflect the difference in purposes and functions as well.
Portable two-way radios are generally smaller than trusted devices. They have fewer channels and their range is usually less. They are good for short distances and can be used in cars or other small vehicles. The advantage is that they are cheap to buy and easy to operate. They can work in areas where a dedicated telephone line is not available or applicable. However, there are drawbacks as this type of device can only communicate using a two-way connection and not via a wireless connection like those that are used with laptops, personal computers or other electronic gadgets.
A two-way radio is useful for use in automobiles or other small business that need to communicate to a wider audience. While they don’t offer the same range and capabilities as larger communication devices, their range is much longer than those of the mobile phones and can communicate using either a two-way call or a three-way call. This makes them practical for business owners who need to keep track of customers and other contacts within a smaller geographical area.