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Choosing the right two-way radio
15 December 2024
Choosing the right two-way radio requires careful consideration of several factors. Here's a breakdown of key aspects to evaluate:   1....
Considering Purchasing a CCTV System?
15 December 2024
Choosing a CCTV (Closed-Circuit Television) system requires careful consideration of several key factors to ensure you get a system that meets your...
The World of Communication
15 December 2024
The World of Communication: A Diverse Landscape of Systems Communication has evolved from smoke signals to sophisticated digital networks. Today, a...
How does Starlink Work?
15 December 2024
Starlink is a satellite internet constellation developed by SpaceX. Unlike traditional satellite internet, which relies on a small number of large,...
What are Atex Radios
15 December 2024
ATEX stands for "ATmosphères EXplosibles," French for "Explosive Atmospheres." ATEX directives are a set of European...
New radio network for first responders
29 August 2024
28 August 2024   New radio network for first responders Hon Mark Mitchell ...
AI Pedestrian Detection Systems
22 August 2024
Pedestrian Detection System. Designed to Detect and Protect Your People. These systems help operators and management uphold a culture of...
Fleetview 360 degree Safety - C3 Case Study
21 August 2024
C3 C3 is one of New Zealand’s leading on-port logistics service providers, handling a variety of products from raw logs to new and imported...
Fleetview 360 degree Safety - Port of Tauranga Case Study
21 August 2024
Port of Tauranga Port of Tauranga is New Zealand’s largest and fastest-growing port, handling a third of all New Zealand cargo, nearly 40% of...
The Evolution and Impact of Wireless Communications
8 August 2024
The Evolution and Impact of Wireless Communications Introduction Wireless communication has revolutionized the way we connect with each other and...
The Evolution of Security Systems
8 August 2024
Enhancing Safety: The Evolution and Importance of Security Systems Introduction In an increasingly interconnected and complex world, security...
GMEs XR Connect CrewTalk
12 June 2024
XRS™ Connect...
New Tait TM9000 Series Mobile Control Heads
21 December 2023
PRODUCT RELEASE NEW Tait TM9000 Series Mobile Control Heads   ...
What are the best ways to improve the security of your building
6 December 2023
What are the best ways to improve the security of your building?   Powered by AI and the LinkedIn...
Giving Schools the ability to Communicate with Public Safety
6 December 2023
In this edition of Tait Talks, join Sandra Wendelken, market insights manager, Daniel Draughn, director global solutions, and Anthony Blyth, global...
Would Your Business Benefit from a Fleet Management Solution?
9 October 2023
Everything You Need to Know when considering a Fleet Management Solution  WHAT IS A FLEET MANAGEMENT SOLUTION? A fleet management solution is...
Pivotel - Starlink Satellite Service
26 September 2023
PIVOTEL - KEEPING YOU CONNECTED Pivotel is a registered mobile satellite service provider in New Zealand that provides reliable and secure satellite...
Starlink Satellite FAQ
25 September 2023
STARLINK SATELLITE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS  Starlink is a satellite internet constellation operated by SpaceX. It consists of thousands of...
Satellite Q & A
24 September 2023
Questions and answers about low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites: Q: What is a LEO satellite? An LEO satellite is a satellite that orbits the Earth at...
What is Fleet Management?
20 September 2023
What is fleet management? And its digital evolution Fleet management is a series of processes that allows organisations to see and manage...
A Guide to Applying Road Safety within a Workplace
20 September 2023
A Guide to Applying Road Safety within a Workplace   Background to the guide The following provides acknowledgment of the international...
GME - Donation Mental Health Foundation NZ
22 August 2023
 All GME XRS Connect Radios qualify for a 10% donation. GME will donate 10% from the sale of every XRS Connect UHF CB Radio directly to the...
What is an Intrinsically Safe Radio?
20 June 2023
This article is from Hytera Communications What is an Intrinsically Safe Radio? Perhaps you may have come across the term "intrinsically...
How does Fleet Telematics Work?
26 May 2023
How does a telematics GPS tracking system help you manage your fleet? Bridgestone - Webfleet- Fleet Management Software The Online System That...
Antenna Gain Explained
5 April 2023
Thinking about antennas? You need to be thinking about gain! With any antenna, the apparent increase in signal is not an amplification of signal,...
What are the benefits of Fleet Management Software for Tradies?
4 April 2023
What are the benefits of Fleet Management Software for Tradies? GPS tracking Devices and Fleet Management Software for all types of Trade...
Satellite Phone or Satellite Messenger?
20 March 2023
What are the benefits of Satellite Phone and Satellite Messenger? The importance of Satellite versus Cellular Technology Do I need a Satellite...
Introducing the Motorola R7 Portable Digital Radio
10 March 2023
  MOTOROLA - MOTOTRBO R7 PORTABLE DIGITAL TWO-WAY RADIO  R7 PREMIUM / R7 capable / R7 enable UL TIA-4950 & non TIA options...
MIGRATE TO A MODERN PUBLIC SAFETY NETWORK, EASILY
9 March 2023
Game Changing Unified Communications at Port of Tauranga
8 March 2023
Improving Safety & Productivity ABOUT PORT OF TAURANGA The Port of Tauranga is New Zealand’s largest Port and international freight...
Sensear two-way radio Headsets
14 February 2023
How do Sensear smart technology Headsets work? Sensear Headsets are compatible with all industry leading two-way radios via wired or bluetooth...
Tait Portable Radio Audio Accessories
1 February 2023
TAIT AUDIO ACCESSORIES CATALOGUE The right audio accessories can help you do your job more safely and effectively. Whether your team operates in a...
Rental & Hire Terms and Conditions
20 December 2022
 MOBILE SYSTEMS CONDITIONS of HIRE 1)    Delivery and removal of equipment The Hirer authorises MOBILE SYSTEMS to bring its...
Cel-Fi Cellular Repeater
23 November 2022
 Cel-Fi GO Mobile The evolved in-vehicle smart signal booster that’s great for cars, trucks, RVs and marine...
Tait Communications wins major NZ safety radio network
10 November 2022
Tait Communications wins major public safety radio network in New Zealand   Tait Communications and Kordia, in partnership, have won a...
GME TX6160XCAMO Product Press Release
7 October 2022
Introducing the all-new limited edition “AUSCAM” 5 Watt Handheld UHF CB Radio from GME, the TX6160XCAMO. Based on the classic...
TP9800 P25 Portable Multi-Band GAME CHANGER!
14 September 2022
Tait Communications have just announced the introduction of the TP9800 P25 Portable Multi-Band GAME CHANGER! Estimated availability late...
What is Broadband Communications? Ethernet WIFI Cellular
26 August 2022
 Broadband is everywhere and it comes in many forms. What are the different kinds of broadband and what do they mean for professional...
VODAFONE NEW ZEALAND ANNOUNCES 4G OR 5G TO FULLY REPLACE 3G IN L
26 August 2022
 Vodafone New Zealand announces 4G or 5G to fully replace 3G in late 2024 Network modernisation delivers a faster, more reliable experience on...
New Zealand Search and Rescue Safer with Custom Solution (Video)
26 August 2022
New Zealand Land Search and Rescue (LandSAR) have relied on Tait radios for years, aiding in their operations to locate the lost, missing and...
Public Safety Accessories (Video)
26 August 2022
A Tait radio is not just a solitary product, but a platform that supports a range of great accessories. The right choice of accessories can help keep...
School vandalism: Rubbish dumps, graffiti and fire
23 August 2022
Schools across Tauranga are experiencing rising cases of vandalism on their grounds, with multiple attacks occurring in the last month. The news...
ICOM PROMOTION-BUY 5 GET THE 6TH FREE
17 August 2022
  BUY ANY 5 OF THESE ICOM RADIO MODELS (IN ANY COMBINATION) AND GET THE 6TH FREE Land Mobile Model IC-F5023 VHF Model...
PoC Push-to-talk Cellular ... part I
12 August 2022
The "push-to-talk" (PoC) ecosystem: Cellular, Wi-Fi, and unified platforms..... (part I)   Adoption of Push-to-Talk over...
PoC Push-to-talk Cellular ... part II
12 August 2022
THE "PUSH-TO-TALK" (POC) ECOSYSTEM: CELLULAR, WI-FI, AND UNIFIED PLATFORMS..... (PART II) BYOD Smartphones Bring Your Own Device...
The role of AI, IoT and edge computing in the future
11 August 2022
The role of AI, IoT and edge computing in the future of physical security  There was a time when technology like ML, AI and IoT...
Are there any rules about where CCTV can be used?
11 August 2022
The first thing to consider if you’re thinking about installing CCTV is what information do you want to collect, and why do you want to collect...
What Are My Privacy Obligations Regarding CCTV in New Zealand?
11 August 2022
CCTV can be a useful tool for protecting your physical business premises and can aid in discouraging illegal behaviour and preventing theft. However,...
CCTV Security Alarm - Construction Site Burglary Prevention
10 August 2022
Are you sick of thieves targeting your construction site? Thieves are costing the industry in NZ immeasurably with damage & theft along with...
CONSTRUCTION SITE RAIDS: BUILDERS RESORT TO SLEEPING ON-SITE
22 July 2022
Construction site raids: Builders resort to sleeping on-site to deter brazen thieves Thieves get their hands dirty on building sites, what the...
Limited-edition PINK TX6160XMCG Handheld UHF CB radios
20 July 2022
22nd June 2022 GME is excited to announce that we will again be running a limited-edition pink TX6160XMCG Handheld UHF CB radio to support the...
Deter Crime Before It Happens!
20 July 2022
Contact us we can assist YOU with a CCTV surveillance solution to DETER CRIME BEFORE IT HAPPENS! Don't want to sleep on-site in order to deter...
Are You Getting the Benefits of GPS Tracking Your Fleet
7 July 2022
The Benefits of Vehicle Tracking   Empowering You and Your Business With Location-Based Insights Using GPS Tracking Fleet management...
Guide to Intrinsically Safe Portable Radios
4 July 2022
Guide to Intrinsically Safe Portable Radios An overview of common IS standards The development of equipment for explosive atmospheres has evolved...
Staying Connected in Hazardous Areas: Intrinsically Safe Devices
4 July 2022
Staying Connected in Hazardous Areas: Intrinsically Safe Devices For many field workers in hazardous environments, the key to getting the job done...
GME XRS Connect Helpful Videos
2 June 2022
A New Era In UHF CB Radio  XRS™ Connect is an Australian Made radio platform designed to be smart, adaptable, and rugged. These radios...
GME Handheld Car Kit - Keep on charger and improve range
1 June 2022
    ACC6160CK Accessory Car Kit 17th November, 2020 GME is proud to introduce the latest addition to our UHF CB Handheld ...
GME XRS Radio Install Tips
1 June 2022
XRS™ Connect Range  A New Era In UHF CB Radio  XRS™ Connect is an Australian Made radio platform designed to be smart,...
Ruijie Reyee RG-EAP602 capable of 300m Outdoor WiFi
28 April 2022
 Ruijie Reyee Series RG-EAP602 is a high-power outdoor omnidirectional dual-band wireless access point supporting 802.11b/g/n/ac, which is...
TX6600S The Result Of Australian Manufacturing
1 February 2022
  TX6600S – The Result Of Australian Manufacturing   From the fallout of the ongoing pandemic, we have seen major disruptions to...
Cel Fi - Cellular Connectivity
24 September 2021
The pandemic triggered an avalanche of e-commerce sales and it’s not slowing down. As a result, there has been a significant increase in the...
Cel-Fi GO G31
21 September 2021
The World’s First All-in-One Cellular Coverage Solution for Indoor/Outdoor Stationary and Mobile Applications About the GO...
Choose the right Cel-Fi Cellular Antenna?
14 September 2021
The Cel-Fi GO and Cel-Fi GO2 system requires both a minimum of two antennas to operate; one internal and an external antenna. A Cel-Fi GO or GO2 can...
Cel-Fi Quatra
3 August 2021
Nextivity focuses on in-building cellular coverage in key geographies with new offering Nextivity has recently announced the...
Radio Spectrum Management - Mobile Phone Boosters
4 June 2021
  Mobile phone boosters Take care if you're thinking about buying or using a mobile booster or repeater — many of these devices can...
Top 5 Features of the XRS Connect Radio Range
2 June 2021
This video outlines the top 5 features of the new GME XRS range of UHF CB...
Tait Campus Security Solution: Tait TeamPTT
2 June 2021
See here for a Tait presentation on a Campus Security...
Tait Campus Security Solution: Lone Worker
2 June 2021
How to choose your GME UHF CB radio
2 June 2021
Here is a video designed to help you choose the best GME UHF CB Radio for your requirements   All Your GME UHF Questions Answered! Ask An...
How to choose the best UHF CB antenna
2 June 2021
Here is a video designed to help you choose the best GME UHF CB Radio for your...
GME Factory Tour
2 June 2021
Cel-Fi GO Spark Mobile Coverage
27 May 2021
Nextivity's Cel-Fi GO repeater is a cabled 3G/4G mobile signal ampliöer that provides up to 100dB of signal gain. It is a øexible...
Cel-Fi GO Mobile
27 May 2021
  Cel-Fi GO Mobile The evolved in-vehicle smart signal booster that’s great for cars, trucks, RVs and marine...
Understanding Ultra-Rugged with Sonim
10 March 2021
Understanding Ultra-Rugged with Sonim Explore what it takes for a phone to be “ultra-rugged” and how Sonim devices meet the...
Utility company extends radio comms to LTE coverage
12 February 2021
Utility company extends radio comms to LTE coverage   EA Networks is a Utility company in New Zealand that owns and operates the...
Tait Product Catalogues
4 February 2021
     Updated TP9000 and Portable Accessories Catalogues, and NEW Mobile Accessories Catalogue The TP9000 Portable Radios Catalog...
Transport Company Expands Push-To-Talk over LTE
4 February 2021
Transport Company Expands Push-To-Talk over LTE To support their growing business, a New Zealand transport company needed a communications...
Cel-Fi SOLO Vodafone
4 February 2021
  CEL-FI SOLO NOW AVAILABLE ON VODAFONE NZ POSTED ON FEBRUARY 5, 2021 BY POWERTEC TELECOMMUNICATIONS     Cel-Fi...
Cel-Fi GO Cellular Booster
12 November 2020
Check out this U-Tube video for a recent review of the Cel-Fi Go Cellular Booster www.youtube.com/watch Check out this U-Tube video describing how...
Custom Solutions for Increasing Mobile Signal in Buildings
3 November 2020
Custom Solutions for Increasing Mobile Signal in Buildings Mobile Systems Limited brings insights for commercial office managers...
Cel-Fi SOLO Spark
2 November 2020
  Dear Powertec, Cel-Fi SOLO for Spark - The Most Powerful Cel-Fi Yet! Introducing the latest in cellular boosting...
Limited-edition range of GME AE4700 series antennas
22 October 2020
GME is excited to announce that we will be running a limited-edition range of our AE4700 series antennas. From GME's most popular antenna...
NEW PRODUCT - AEM7 650mm AM/FM Antenna
9 September 2020
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NEW PRODUCT - Yellow TX6160 Handheld Radios
20 August 2020
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Other Mobile Radio Providers
16 June 2020
Tauranga Mobile Systems Limited (MSL) otherwise known as Tait Mobile Radio BOP, Tait Tauranga - Dealers and service for Tait Communications, Mobile...
XRS Connect and XRS Location Services App Update
26 May 2020
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Public Radio Channels Frequently Asked Questions
1 December 2019
Why Use PRS? PRS Radio's are small, lightweight and powerful PRS radio's are perfect to keep a group together, whether you're hiking, camping, at...
VHF Marine Radio Frequencies
1 December 2019
International VHF Marine Radio Channels & Frequencies  Channel Tx Frequency ...
Public AM and FM Channels and Frequency List
1 December 2019
Public AM CB Channel & Frequency List Channel Frequency Channel ...
Cellular Antennas Q & A
1 November 2019
Does a Magnet-Mount antenna need to be mounted vertically or can I mount it horizontally?  Cell tower antennas are mounted vertically, so the...
VHF Communication
1 November 2019
Propeller Magazine Oct/Nov 2010 Article – VHF Communication   Keeping in Touch Perhaps one of the most important and often least...
About VHF Marine Radio
1 September 2019
Marine VHF radio is installed on all large ships and most seagoing small craft. It is used for a wide variety of purposes, including summoning...
Radio Frequency (RF) Explained
1 September 2019
Radio Frequency (RF) Radio frequency (abbreviated RF, rf, or r.f.) is a term that refers to alternating current (AC) having characteristics such...
The importance of having VHF radios on board
8 May 2019
As a Coastguard Skipper, I am amazed at the number of recreational boaties that do not carry a marine VHF radio for their own safety. VHF radios...
Mobile Radio Frequently Asked Questions
1 September 2018
What is MAP27? MAP27 is defined as Mobile Access Protocol for MPT1327 communications equipment. In brief, it permits data exchange between MPT...
Transport for London chooses Tait to upgrade 10,000 buses
27 April 2018
Transport for London chooses Tait to upgrade 10,000-strong London bus fleet Tait Communications has been chosen by Transport for London (TfL) to...
Pacific Aerials NEWSLETTER DECEMBER 2017
6 December 2017
Aucklanders have had an early Christmas present from the Mayor in the form of a promise to sting them for a fuel tax. A fuel tax is the rate increase...
GME Land Antenna Range
28 November 2017
477 MHz, 26 MHz, 27 MHz, mobile phone, AM/FM, antennas   Manufactured to exacting high standards to accessorise the GME range of market...
PRS Repeater Channels
21 November 2017
PRS Radio Repeater Channels in New Zealand Whangarei, Channel 6 - operating for about 5 years. Channel 1 Glenfield, Limited coverage, not...
Motorsport Radio Packages
25 October 2017
Motorsport Radio Packages from Mobile Systems Get the best comms for your team so that they can outperform the opposition on the track......
Antenna Information
1 September 2017
Groundplanes Explained A groundplane is a flat, electrically reflective surface that some antenna models need to be sited on to work properly. The...
Antennas FAQS Frequently Asked Questions
1 September 2017
Frequently Asked Questions and Answers (FAQS) on Antennas and Aerials Does my magnetic-mount antenna need to be mounted vertically or can I mount it...
Welcome to Tait Communications
10 August 2017
Step inside Tait...
The Maungatautari Sanctuary Mountain Project
21 July 2017
The Sanctuary Mountain project began with a dream to protect the diversity of plant and animal species living on Maungatautari. Many of our...
How do antennas work
14 July 2017
Imagine holding out your hand and catching words, pictures, and information passing by. That's more or less what an antenna (sometimes called an...
Land Search and Rescue New Zealand
14 July 2017
New Zealand Land Search and Rescue (LandSAR), with approximately 3,500 trained volunteers, is the national volunteer organisation assisting the...
What is Tait UnifyVehicle
5 July 2017
Mobile radios have sat in the vehicles of Mission Critical users for decades. While there have been some advances, most mobiles are still primarily...
Georgia Nut Company Cracks the Distance Barrier
21 June 2017
When a company grows, the communication has to grow with it. Founded in 1945, Illinois-based Georgia Nut Company has continuously enhanced its...
INTO THE WILD: Comparison of Satellite Networks
6 June 2017
Comparison of Iridium vs Inmarsat vs Thuraya in the field We’ve been looking at satellite communications for the last few weeks as part of our...
VHF Radios Q & A
31 May 2017
I saw an ad for two VHF radios for use in my business. Over how great a distance will these radios communicate? VHF radios usually operate in the 1...
NZTA Variable Message Sign notes
1 March 2017
NZ Transport Agency MOBILE VARIABLE MESSAGE SIGN NOTES Document Purpose The purpose of this document is to assist site selection, positioning &...
Will our portable radios survive the TAIT TOUGH tests?
1 March 2017
The Toughest Portables in the Industry The TP9300 is built for rugged conditions. Your people need a radio that won't fail them, no matter...
Marine VHF Radio Usage in New Zealand
1 March 2017
Click HERE to view the Maritime New Zealand Radio Handbook for Coastal Vessels Do’s and Don’ts in operating Marine Radios in the...
GME DISCONTINUES TX3550S, REPLACED BY XRS-370C
15 November 2016
The TX3550S UHF CB radio with SoundPath speaker microphone has been discontinued and the replacement model XRS-370C is now available. The popular...
What is an LED?
4 October 2016
A light-emitting diode (LED) is a two-lead semiconductor light source. It is a p–n junction diode, which emits light when activated. When a...
Discoveries and Early LED Devices
4 October 2016
Green electroluminescence from a point contact on a crystal of SiC recreates Round's original experiment from 1907. Electroluminescence as a...
Working Principles of LEDs
4 October 2016
The inner workings of an LED, showing circuit (top) and band diagram (bottom) A P-N junction can convert absorbed light energy into a proportional...
Considerations for LEDs in Use
4 October 2016
Power sources     Simple LED circuit with resistor for current limiting The current–voltage characteristic of an LED is similar...
Variable LED Message Signs
29 September 2016
A variable- (also changeable, electronic, or dynamic) message sign, often abbreviated VMS, CMS, or DMS, and in the UK known as a matrix sign,is an...
Push Wireless Bay of Plenty Launch
27 September 2016
You are invited to the Push Wireless Bay of Plenty Launch Come and learn about New Zealand’s first Digital Tier 3 Two Way Radio network, Push...
Changes to Maritime Radio Channels
8 September 2016
Changes to the Maritime Mobile Repeater allocations Maritime radio channels will be changing on 1 October 2016 New Zealand,...
Guidelines to Using Radios on Public Channels
1 September 2016
DO: Listen before transmitting. Always make sure the channel is clear before using, so as to avoid interference to others. Use accepted...
Motorola Mototrbo Range
7 July 2016
The Motorola Digital Portable range includes... DP2400 DP2600 DP3400 and DP3401 DP4400 and DP4401 DP3441 DP4600 and DP4601 DP3600 and...
Five Trends Driving Digital Mobile Radio (DMR) Innovation
7 June 2016
      Listening to customers’ needs and feedback is the best way to determine how technology solutions can help...
UHF CB or PRS Radio Q & A
1 May 2016
WHAT RANGE WILL A UHF CB OR PRS RADIO GIVE ME? Generally speaking, range for a CB radio or PRS radio could be anywhere from 1 to 20 kilometers...
AM CB Radios Q & A
1 May 2016
What range will a AM CB radio give me? Generally speaking, range for a CB radio could be anywhere from 1 to 20 kilometers depending on terrain, type...
Truckers can now go fully paperless for off-road refunds
24 March 2016
Published 24 March 2016 by Sara Goessi Claiming off-road refunds is now a completely paperless process for EROAD customers. Until now,...
Tait redefines the boundaries of critical communications at IWCE
18 March 2016
Friday, 18 March, 2016 – Houston, USA When the safety of your people is key, organizations want to be sure that their critical...
Emergency Locator Beacons Q & A
1 March 2016
WHAT IS A LOCATOR BEACON? A locator beacon is a small electronic device that, on activation, broadcasts a distress signal to a satellite. This...
Portable Radio Q & A
1 March 2016
WHAT RANGE WILL A UHF OR VHF PORTABLE RADIO GIVE ME? Most portable radios are limited to 5 watts output. Generally speaking, range for a portable...
Radio Antennas Q & A
1 March 2016
What is "Gain"? Gain measures how much of the energy sent from the radio to the booster antenna is concentrated in a specific direction,...
Tait appoints new Chief Technology Officer
2 February 2016
Ross Spearman, CTO, Tait Communications Tuesday, 2 February, 2016 – Christchurch, New Zealand Iconic New Zealand...
Kiwis distributing Kiwi made products and saving the Kiwi
15 October 2015
The stressful job of hatching and rearing kiwi chicks has been made easier for the dedicated team at New Zealand’s largest kiwi breeding...
Icom IC-M506 Wins Best Marine Radio
6 October 2015
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Listen Up
15 September 2015
Nick Cohen takes a look at buying a VHF, aerials and provides a comprehensive list of VHF units available in New Zealand and Australia. Article:...
Radio Frequency Identification Technology
1 September 2015
Radio-frequency Identification Radio-frequency identification (RFID) is the use of an object (typically referred to as an RFID tag) applied to or...
Hytera VHF Digital Radio with GPS Tracking
12 August 2015
CASE STUDY Hytera VHF Digital Mobile Radio Handheld and base Radio with GPS tracking Client: Rotoiti Lodge Outdoor Education Centre. Radio...
Fact Sheet: Alcohol
16 December 2014
Boats and alcohol don’t mix. If you’re on board a boat and intoxicated, you are a danger to yourself as well as needlessly...
Fact Sheet: Lifejackets
15 December 2014
Lifejackets are life savers Research commissioned by Maritime New Zealand (MNZ) shows that people who wear lifejackets on the water are...
Icom NZ launches its IP Radio
28 August 2014
Icom NZ launches its IP Radio – a first for New Zealand Icom has launched the IP100H, an IP (Internet Protocol) radio that is unique in New...
Personal Locator Beacon Comparison Chart
30 June 2014
This is a useful PLB (Personal Locator Beacon) comparative sheet for the RescueMe vs other brands in the market. CLICK HERE to view...
Merry Christmas
10 December 2013
This is a short note to say thanks to you and your team for your support throughout 2013 and we hope to see you again in 2014. Mobile Systems'...
EPIRB Buyers Guide
12 November 2013
EPIRB BUYERS GUIDE NZ Fishing World By John Durrant June 10, 2013   The average fisho is, thankfully, becoming more safety-savvy. As part of...
LED Driving and Worklights now Available
14 August 2013
LED Lamps now available from Mobile Systems Driving lights Daytime running lights Worklights Vehicle marker lights CLICK HERE to view LED Lamps...
LED Light Advantages
14 August 2013
  Efficiency: LEDs emit more light per watt than incandescent light bulbs. The efficiency of LED lighting fixtures is not affected...
International Telematics Launches CHECK-MATE
12 August 2013
Telematics (ITL) has launched a driver-focussed display unit for its eRUC unit, the ibright CHECK-MATE. Written by Richard Edwards Tuesday 25 June...
New GME Water & Dust proof compact hand held UHF CB Radios
11 July 2013
Introducing the new TX685 & TX6150 compact 3 and 5 watt UHF CB hand held radios from GME. These Australian designed radios are built rugged and...
MOTOTRBO REMASTER YOUR WORKFORCE WITH THE RIGHT SOLUTION
10 July 2013
MOTOTRBO™ REMASTER YOUR WORKFORCE WITH THE RIGHT SOLUTION HELP TEAMS WORK BETTER AND FASTER, TOGETHER Your people are on the factory floor,...
MOTOTRBO DP4000 SERIES DIGITAL TWO-WAY portable RADIOS
10 July 2013
MOTOTRBO DP4000 SERIES DIGITAL TWO-WAY portable RADIOS From the factory worker building components to the road crew making repairs, MOTOTRBO can...
Monitoring the Health of your Tait DMR Network
7 May 2013
EnableMonitor helps you to anticipate and resolve issues before they threaten the communications that your business depends on As one component of...
Hytera DMR Product Lineup Introduction
3 May 2013
Hytera Digital Mobile Radio Introduction Hytera, a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative wireless communications equipment and solutions...
Digital Mobile Radio Solution Guide
1 May 2013
Digital Mobile Radio Solution Guide For critical communications in business, DMR Tier 3 digital trunking technology is a modern, scalable solution...
RUC Questions & Answers
22 April 2013
RUC Questions & Answers Am I able to specify RUC weights for vehicles in the type of areas that have more than one band, or is this...
About Hytera Corporation
3 April 2013
Hytera, a leading designer and manufacturer of professional mobile radio communications equipments, is dedicated to bringing most valuable and...
Radio Over Internet Protocol
20 March 2013
Radio over Internet Protocol, or RoIP, is similar to VoIP, but augments two-way radio communications rather than telephone calls. From the system...
Does RoIP add Value to Two-Way Radio?
20 March 2013
Does RoIP add value to two-way radio? Radio over internet protocol (RoIP) adds to the value of two-way radio and in many cases replaces telephone...
Radio over IP (RoIP) Benefits
20 March 2013
Radio over IP (RoIP) Benefits Radio over IP offers a cost effective way to interconnect radio systems and operators together. It is a technology...
Using RoIP as Part of a Disaster Recovery Plan
20 March 2013
Using RoIP as Part of a Disaster Recovery Plan With so many natural disasters in recent years (the Christchurch earthquakes, Qld floods and Black...
Walkie Talkies vs. Two Way Radios - Whats the difference?
19 March 2013
Walkie Talkies vs. Two Way Radios: What’s the difference? Many people seem to interchange the terminology when referring to either a walkie...
Two-Way Radio Review
19 March 2013
Two-way Radio Review Please do not make the same, expensive mistakes so many others have made. This review will help you select the correct...
GPS.ORG.NZ Forum on Locator Beacons
18 March 2013
GPS.ORG.NZ Forum on PLBs Timwiel: Hi there - and thanks in advance for any answers given.  I am after recommendations for a PLB or EPIRB for...
Blogs on two-Way Radios in 4WD Vehicles
18 March 2013
OffRoadExpress Forum on 2-Way Radios Adminw2: what radios do you use? do you use UHF CB radio? I'm wanting to buy one and currently have these:...
NZ Tramper Forum on Locator Beacons
18 March 2013
NZ Tramper Forums Ruatuki: Since almost all my tramping is in backcountry about as remote as you can get in the North Island, and solo, safety is...
Blogs on PRS Radios - Mixed Uses
13 March 2013
OffRoadExpress Forum regarding PRS Radios HBpajero: has anyone got the latest GME unit prs? How does it compare to the Uniden? Is there any others...
Police Radio Network Extension Scrapped
8 March 2013
The New Zealand Government has scrapped plans to spend at least $150 million extending the police secure digital radio network beyond the three main...
December 2012 Swim Cook Strait Coastguard Charity TradeMe Auctio
24 January 2013
December 2012 Swim Cook Strait Coastguard Charity TradeMe Auction Thank you for taking part in the December 2012 Swim Cook Strait Coastguard...
Mobile Systems Products
6 January 2013
Mobile Communication Systems Portable Radio Communications Mobile Systems provide portable radio batteries and portable radio accessories for the...
IP Linking - An award winning PMR site solution
6 November 2012
IP linking: an award-winning (and quakeproof) PMR site solution! The robustness of MiMOMax’s IP linking was put to the test in 2011 during the...
Understanding the 406 MHz EPIRB
5 November 2012
Understanding the 406 MHz E.P.I.R.B. Electronic Position Indicating Radio Beacon Service Two networks of satellites are used to manage the...
EPIRBs, PLBs and ELTs
18 September 2012
About EPIRBs, PLBs and ELTs 406 MHz beacons are detected by the Cospas-Sarsat satellite system. This affects all maritime beacons (EPIRBs),...
Xlerate - GPS Fleet Management Solutions
4 September 2012
XLERATE TECHNOLOGY SUMMARY Information Technology has converged to provide businesses with the opportunity to use mobile data solutions as a...
Finding Your Way With GPS
4 September 2012
Finding Your Way With GPS What is the better way to go - in-car GPS system or a GPS-enabled cell phone? If you're shopping for a GPS solution...
Tait launches DMR Tier III Solution
1 June 2012
Tait launches DMR Tier III solution at IWCE 2012 Tait Communications are among the first to offer a DMR Tier III mission-critical solution. Tait...
About XT
1 September 2011
What is the XT Network? It is Telecom New Zealand's branding for its new mobile network, based on 3G (third generation) technologies. What...
What is a PA System?
1 September 2011
A sound reinforcement system is the combination of microphones, signal processors, amplifiers, and loudspeakers that makes live or pre-recorded...
About DMR - Digital Mobile Radio
1 September 2011
About DMR The limitations of analogue technology Although analogue technology still offers some great benefits, low total cost of ownership,...
The military standard MIL-STD-810 explained
1 September 2011
MIL-STD-810 by Wikipedia The military standard referred to as MIL-STD-810 "Department of Defense Test Method Standard for Environmental...
What does IP67 mean?
1 September 2011
IP stands for "Ingress Protection" An IP number is used to specify the environmental protection of enclosures around electronic...
Battery and Charging Technologies
1 September 2011
Battery Technologies Alessandro Volta pioneered the primary electric cell at the turn of the 19th Century. It wasn't until 1859 that the first...
Bluetooth in Your Car
1 September 2011
Bluetooth in Your Car Look, Ma! No hands! Here’s how you can start talking hands-free in your car. You've likely heard of...
GME Announces the MT406G EPIRB
1 September 2011
Back in 2004, Australia’s GME revolutionised the marine safety world with the award winning MT400 406 MHz EPIRB. The MT400 concept, ...
Fonterra Gets Technical With Radio
1 August 2011
KEEPING YOU IN TOUCH TEAMTALKS - August 2011 It’s fair to say that Fonterra needs no introduction to Teamlalk customers. We all know who...
Tait Wins Large US Contract with Digital Radio
1 October 2010
Tait wins large US transit contract with innovative P25 digital radio solution 30th Sep 2010 Tait Radio Communications, a global leader in...
Wireless Communications Explained
1 September 2010
About wireless communications Wireless is a term used to describe telecommunications in which electromagnetic waves (rather than some form of...
Intrinsically Safe Radios Questions & Answers
1 September 2010
Intrinsically Safe Portable Radios Overview What is Intrinsically Safe? Intrinsically Safe is electrical equipment that is incapable of releasing...
What to Consider When Shopping for a PA System
1 September 2010
What to Consider When Shopping for a PA System There's a lot to consider when shopping for PA systems. What's best for you? That's a question that...
Bluetooth Connectivity
1 September 2010
What is Bluetooth Wireless Technology? The global short-range wireless standard for personal connectivity of a broad range of electronic devices...
RadioCombo Frequently Asked Questions
1 September 2010
Tait - TeamTalk RadioCombo Deal RadioCombo Frequently Asked Questions What models of radio are available with the RadioCombo? There are three...
Distress Beacons Frequent Questions and Answers
1 September 2010
What is a distress beacon? A distress beacon is a small electronic device that, on activation, broadcasts a signal to a satellite. This signal...
McMurdo FastFind PLB Benefits
1 September 2010
PLB Rescue Activation Sequence
1 September 2010
TeamTalk RadioCombo Communications Deal
1 September 2010
TeamTalk RadioCombo Deal TeamTalk and Logic Energy have teamed up with selected Tait Dealer Partners to bring to you the best value trunked mobile...
Motorola Mototrbo Digital Portable Radio Features
1 September 2010
MOTOTRBO Professional Digital Two-Way Radio System The Motorola DP 3400/3401/3600/3601 Portable Radios Shift into digital The next-generation...
Motorola Mototrbo Digital Mobile Radio Features
1 September 2010
MOTOTRBO Professional Digital Two-Way Radio System DM 3400/3401/3600/3601 Mobile Radios Shift into digital... The next-generation professional...
Improving Your Cellular reception
1 September 2010
Tired of Dropped or Missed Calls? Tired of No or Slow Cellular Data? We Can Help! Mobile Systems can help you improve your cell phone signal. If you...
Coastguard Eastern Region Radio Frequencies
1 September 2010
Coastguard Eastern Region Radio Frequencies   Location Call Sign ...
Digital Radio Helps Keep Council Staff Safe
1 February 2010
The Dominion Post 01-Feb-2010 Page: 6 NZ Infotech By: Claire McEntee Region: Wellington   Digitral Radio Helps Keep Council Staff Safe...
History of GPS Technology
1 September 2009
A History of GPS Technology While GPS technology has recently become omnipresent with a variety of applications that pertain to everyday life,...
How GPS Works
1 September 2009
How GPS Works GPS: A Satellite-Based Navigation System By Fred Zahradnik, About.com The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a technical...
Caltreaux Transport's New Rig
1 September 2009
Monty from Caltreaux Transport recently put his new rig on the road. Tait Mobile Radio (BOP) installed: A Tait TM8254 model VHF...
Radio Communications in the Mountains
1 September 2009
Radio Communication Options in Mountainous Areas MOUNTAIN RADIO SERVICE (MRS) What is it the Mountain Radio Service? A high-frequency (HF) radio...
New Business Portable - Affordable Tait Quality
6 April 2009
April 6, 2009 “Design that users will love, combined with the kind of Tait quality that builds confidence.”  That’s the...
Tait Launches New TP8100 Series
1 September 2008
Tait Electronics Limited introduced a new suite of IP67-rated trunked and conventional portable radio solutions with its TP8100 series View the...
Tait Electronics History
1 September 2002
TAIT ELECTRONICS LIMITED This case history was written by Ken McCarthy as part of the CANZ Research Programme at Victoria University The programme...
Farm Owners Syndicate Improves Communication
12 February 2002
Agriculture Mobile Communications Syndicate Date : February 12, 2002 A string of enquiries from rural business people about improved mobile ...