RALEIGH, N.C., Nov. 15, 2006 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon Company's (NYSE:
RTN) JPS Communications has partnered with Etherstack to market a Project
25 (P25) channel controller in North America. The device controls digital
communication signals in two-way public safety radios.
The P25 channel controller converts analog radio channels to P25
digital channels, allowing the user to economically replace conventional
analog communication systems with the modernized P25 digital system. The
controller will be marketed by Raytheon's JPS Communications, while
Etherstack will maintain responsibility for continued development of the
device.
"We see this as a great opportunity to immediately expand our P25
conversion technology into North American markets with a highly reputable
company and industry expert," said David Deacon, CEO of Etherstack.
"The idea behind the P25 channel controller fits into JPS' philosophy
of providing low-cost interoperability options that allow our customers to
use their current equipment for their long term communication needs," said
Keith McDonald, vice president of sales and marketing for Raytheon JPS
Communications. "It provides a simple and affordable way to gain the
advanced features and benefits of a P25 radio system."
Raytheon JPS Communications, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Raytheon
Company, designs, manufactures and sells electronic hardware and software
products that enhance the effectiveness of communications systems.
Raytheon Company, with 2005 sales of $21.9 billion, is an industry
leader in defense and government electronics, space, information
technology, technical services, and business and special mission aircraft.
With headquarters in Waltham, Mass., Raytheon employs 80,000 people
worldwide.
Etherstack is a wireless software and hardware technology licensing
company and leader in interoperable technology for digital radio systems
around the world. Etherstack is headquartered in London with offices in
Sydney, Yokohama, Barcelona and two upcoming offices in the United States.
Contact:
Katie McWilliams
919.865.1036
SOURCE Raytheon Company
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CONTACT:
Katie McWilliams of Raytheon Company,
+1-919-865-1036
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