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TEA Headsets Expands Tactical U94 Push-to-Talk Product Line

Saturday, November 3rd, 2012

For more than 40 years TEA has been well known for providing the headsets and communication accessories to our nation’s warriors. In addition to providing headsets TEA also offers a wide variety of tactical and discrete push-to-talk switches that enables users to easily key up and communicate in applications ranging from high altitude jumps to submerged maritime operations.

The ruggedized single radio U94 Push-to-Talk has quickly become a favorite among military and law enforcement personnel because of its adaptability to work with practically any radio or headset. Following its popularity, TEA saw an additional need to expand the U94’s capabilities which now includes single and dual radio LAND versions, special radio+ICS (AIR) versions as well as single and dual radio (H2O) versions.

Tactical U94 Push-to-Talk with H2O Boot

TEA offers a special H2O boot that seals around Peltor Headset connectors making it perfect for RQS Units, Fast Boat Teams and when fording the occasional stream or river. This added feature is available on any U94 PTT. I checked this out at AUSA and It’s pretty slick. Click here for more info.

Tactical U94 Push-to-Talk

Single radio versions of the U94 PTT, includes an option WPC collar that helps prevent hot mic/accidental radio keys. You can also get this version with an optional auxiliary input for secondary remote/sniper or HALO switches. Click here for more info.

Dual U94 Push-to-Talk

Dual-Com versions of the U94 PTT can be configured to control multiple 2-way radios, a single Dual-Net radio like the new PRC 154 or a single 2-way radio with an ICS connector (vehicle, aircraft or watercraft intercom system). Click here for more info.

Submersible U94 Push-to-Talks

Single and Dual Radio submersible versions are also available for the maritime versions of the PRC 148 (10-pin) and PRC 152 (6-pin) as well as other common submersible radios. The single radio version includes an oversized transmit button that makes it easy to use with bulky gloves on. Click here for more info.

Additional options or configurations of the U94 are available through TEA. TEA Push-to-Talk switches can be configured to work with any of their headsets, and practically any radio, ICS or communication device.

www.TEAheadsets.com

INVISIO V60 Training Video

Thursday, November 1st, 2012

To follow up on the release of their latest product the INVISIO V60 Tactical Quad-Com System, TEA Headsets has now published an expanded training video that provides a dynamic overview of the V60’s features and market leading capabilities.
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Silynx SHOT Show Teaser

Wednesday, October 31st, 2012

Yes, this is an unabashed Silynx Communications teaser for a new product to be unveiled at SHOT Show 2013. It’s currently undergoing testing in Israel.

www.silynxcom.com

Cummings Launches First Commercial Product at HALO Counter-Terrorism Summit

Monday, October 29th, 2012

Cummings Engineering, in partnership with Ascent Rugged Mobile, is launching SAIFE Defender, what they are touting as the world’s first commercial rugged Android device with secure digital communications at this week’s HALO Counter-Terrorism Summit in San Diego California.

SAIFE Defender, a rugged mobile Android device with interoperable secure communications capabilities, is unique and cost-effective because it is platform neutral; field officers can communicate securely with each other even if they are using different devices, such as a Blackberry, iPhone or Droid. Additionally, agencies don’t have to invest in unique radio infrastructure but instead can securely leverage existing commercial carrier networks such as Verizon, AT&T, and others.

“We want to be the Swiss Army Knife of secure mobile applications for the military and law enforcement communities,” said Darren Cummings, CEO, Cummings Engineering. “Our product is truly BYOD, Bring Your Own Device, giving users the ability to leverage commercially available hardware and software to operate on any commercial network, cellular or WiFi and remain secure and protected.”

Additionally, specialized applications are built on top of Cummings’ secure framework offering government users capabilities they didn’t previously have or couldn’t use due to the lack of security.

The underlying technology that encrypts, stores and transmits the data has been accredited by the National Institute of Standards & Technology (FIPS 140-2). This allows the U.S. government and other regulated industries such as medical services that collect, store, transfer, share and disseminate sensitive information to quickly and cost-effectively use the modules and security capabilities Cummings offers.

www.cummings-inc.com

AUSA – TEA Headsets

Friday, October 26th, 2012

TEA was on hand at AUSA displaying the new INVISIO V60. It’s an Advanced Tactical Quad-Com System which allows users to seamlessly connect and control all of their comms devices across up to four channels with one simple-to-use controller.

teaheadsets.com

Silynx Communications

Thursday, October 25th, 2012

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While I was in DC I got the chance to visit Silynx Communications in Rockville, Maryland, a suburb of DC.

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They’ve got a cool facility that was a lot of fun to explore. In addition to the office area, they have a well equipped lab where new products are developed. Turns out, the best ideas come from a little inspiration so they’ve got a bag to help blow off some steam.

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Here’s a sampling of their capabilities. They use a HATS to measure how a device works with ambient sounds as well as in the ear. The same goes for microphones. The HATS’ ear replicates the human ear in pliability so it will react the same. This is all done to ensure both safety as well as fidelity.

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Silynx also tests how weapon heat affects grips, PTTs and other accessories as well as how force impacts these devices. They built this rig to replicate a weapon and can mount equipment to it. The weight on the right of the photo is then driven repeatedly (sometimes thousands of repetitions) into the test rig to determine the consequences.

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They make rapid prototypes right in the lab. Here, Associate Mechanical Engineer Kelly Dyer shows me their rapid prototype machine as well as their small temperature chamber that induces cold as well as heat.

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Silynx clued me in on several technologies including some covert applications that integrate into their flagship system, H2Ops. Hopefully, we can share details soon. But, I can share this.

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What you are looking at is a device designed at the behest of a Special Mission Unit to protect the switches on an AN/PRC-148 MBITR from damage and inadvertent switching during an operation. It is lightweight, rugged and simple to use.

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Finally, they have a really cool announcement for a new PTT coming soon. Look for details soon here on SSD.

www.silynxcom.com

AUSA – Ceradyne MOHAWK

Thursday, October 25th, 2012

We recently published an article on the latest version of the MOdular HArd Wired Kitted (MOHAWK) helmet from Ceradyne and comms partner Threat4. It’s a boltless design manufactured using their advanced Seamless Ballistic technology developed for the Enhanced Combat Helmet and integrates a modular data and power bus bar system. Essentially, this is a powered helmet with multiple mounting points on the helmet’s shell.

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You will notice numerous pieces from Wilcox Industries on these helmets.

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www.ceradyne.com

Drop Zone Tactical Corset Radio Pouch

Wednesday, October 24th, 2012

Designed to call small radios such as the PRR, the Corset Radio Pouch from Canada’s Drop Zone Tactical uses a bungee retention system as well as their MOLLE compatible attachment system.

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www.dropzonetactical.com/pouches/corset-radio-pouch/corset-radio-pouch