Satellite Push-to-Talk: When There’s an Emergency, There’s Help

During a state of emergency, terrestrial cell phone lines may be clogged with excess traffic. This is where satellite really has a leg up. Satellite networks can handle more volume than traditional terrestrial cell phone networks, so it only makes sense that satellite technology would be a real asset to emergency management people working out in the field. During an emergency, workers need reliable communication capabilities and they need them quickly. Iridium Extreme Push-to-Talk enables emergency management workers to communicate quickly and efficiently when time is of the essence.


With this product, emergency management teams can be in the know about whatever situation they are currently dealing with, using just the push of a button. The device itself is designed to be durable to endure harsh conditions. Like all satellite technology, it uses the satellite network, which allows users to have access to service virtually anywhere on the planet, even in the most remote locations. The user interface allows you to make voice calls, send SMS, SOS and communicate through push-to-talk.

This device gives users push-to-talk service status, so they know they’re in range to communicate with their crew. Users can set up a talk group so that multiple team members can speak through push-to-talk at the same time. Users know who is talking with whom through the device’s talker ID. They can also see the speaker’s distance and bearing, if they need to find one of their team members. Administrators can keep the push-to-talk line secure through a web-based tool, the Iridium Push-to-Talk Command Center.

Emergency management workers are frequently on the go, traveling wherever they are most needed. This device allows workers to communicate with one another whether they’re on foot, inside a vehicle or inside a building. They can stay in constant communication when they need it most, no matter where they are or what the situation is.

What can reliable, instant communication mean to emergency service providers? Quick communication in emergencies saves lives. These technological advances are allowing teams to better coordinate to deal with all types of situations, from forest fires to auto accidents to active shooter events. Being able to locate their team, knowing who is talking and communicating instantly is allowing emergency services to respond faster than ever, ensuring the safety of these teams and the public at large. This isn’t just about staying in touch – this is about being one step ahead of the threat and keeping the public out of harm’s way. Satellite technology allows the reliable connection to make this happen.

This device is something that has staying power. Users won’t have to replace it in a few years in order to work on the ever-evolving satellite network. Iridium is compatible with the current network and the Iridium NEXT network. Iridium is in the process of launching 66 new next-generation, low-earth satellites to bring you even more reliable connectivity. These devices will continue to work on their network far into the future because of their durability and Iridium’s forward-thinking ingenuity, allowing emergency workers to continue to save lives for years to come.

For more information on these and other satellite communications products, contact New York Mobile Satellite.

New York Mobile Satellite LLC, veteran-owned, headquartered in New York City, provides B2B wireless and satellite based telecommunication services, both mobile and fixed, to commercial enterprises around the globe, including banking, financial services, oil and gas, first responders, law enforcement, electric and water utilities, construction, sea ports, leisure boating, mining, cruise lines, media, shipping and container vessels, transportation, camping and hiking groups, rescue organizations, maritime communications, public safety markets and government sector, as well as for disaster recovery and humanitarian agencies. The Management Team has over 75 years of satellite and telecommunication experience. The company’s flexibility to custom design solutions and integrate various satellite communications technologies for customer, and industry specific needs, sets us apart from the competition.

GSatMicro – Tracking Literally in the Palm of Your Hand

What if you could transmit your location, SOS alerts and virtually any kind of data from all across the planet from a device the size of a golf ball? Sound like science fiction?

The GSatMicro personal Iridium tracker makes all of this a reality. It can do all of this (and more) using an advanced low-Earth orbiting satellite network.

The GSatMicro is currently the smallest self-contained tracker of its kind in the world. In addition to being a self-contained Iridium tracker, the GSatMicro can be connected via Bluetooth to your iPhone or iPad. There’s a specially designed mobile application that allows you to access many features of the GSatMicro from your iOS devices. You can track the current statistics from the device, such as the RSSI value, battery level, accelerometer range and temperature. You can also view the unit’s GPS, which allows you to track from a mobile device where the unit is at all times, instead of opening a desktop device. Let’s say you’re on the move and have your tracker stowed away in a safe place in your vehicle. As long as you’re within Bluetooth range, you can message through your iPhone or iPad using the GSatMicro without moving the unit from its storage place.

Other features of the GSatMicro that you can access from your mobile device are Iridium, caching, GPIO, compass and settings functions and much more. The GSatMicro is scriptable so any user can design a script to support their application. This makes connecting the tracker with monitoring hardware, user input interfaces, environment data or other hardware much more simple. What can scripting do for you with this device? You could have external interfaces to additional equipment or log data and queued transmissions. You could even create custom message formats.

Applications

This tracker would be very useful in maritime applications, where you may quickly need access to satellite communication channels, GPS or the compass features in remote locations. Emergency relief could benefit from these trackers to ensure the safety of their people, track GPS, follow the compass and use the messaging feature to communicate in the event of an emergency when traditional cellular networks are jammed with excess traffic.

Members of the media could stay connected wherever a story takes them and would benefit from the mobile application features.

Outdoor enthusiasts who hike and camp in remote locations could also make great use of this device. The compass won’t fail them, and if they have an emergency, they would have the capability to message from a mobile device or send GPS location to someone back home even on the remotest of trails.

Government and military agencies needing to track assets could employ this tracker. Just about any field with employees working in remote locations could benefit from having these — airlines, gas and oil workers, miners and utility workers, just to name a few. The GSatMicro could be a lifeline for remote workers out in the field. It could also help improve processes by transmitting important data back to the home office from the field or to clients who need information right away.

New York Mobile Satellite has the technology you can use in your business and your life. Contact us today to learn more about the GSatMicro.

New York Mobile Satellite LLC, veteran-owned, headquartered in New York City, provides B2B wireless and satellite based telecommunication services, both mobile and fixed, to commercial enterprises around the globe, including banking, financial services, oil and gas, first responders, law enforcement, electric and water utilities, construction, sea ports, leisure boating, mining, cruise lines, media, shipping and container vessels, transportation, camping and hiking groups, rescue organizations, maritime communications, public safety markets and government sector, as well as for disaster recovery and humanitarian agencies. The Management Team has over 75 years of satellite and telecommunication experience. The company’s flexibility to custom design solutions and integrate various satellite communications technologies for customer, and industry specific needs, sets us apart from the competition.

SeSys Torch Cameras: Security When and How You Need It Most

When is a security camera not just a camera?

The answer is, when it’s a SeSys Torch Camera.

What is so special about these cameras?

To start, SeSys Torch Cameras are wireless, self-contained camera systems with internal power, storage and WiFi/4G connectivity. They can ship ready to use with the cellular or satellite provider of your choosing. They can work on New York Mobile Satellite’s Broad Band Global Area Network (BGAN),Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) Solution or your existing network.

The cameras are also equipped with a Pelican carry case and an easy mount bracket that can be mounted on a pole or building in under 15 minutes.

But perhaps one of best qualities of these cameras is that they don’t require any technical setup, including no software or maintenance contracts and are completely wireless. This means you could establish a security perimeter and be monitoring within minutes, in any remote location across the globe.

What’s more, SeSys Torch Satellite Cameras have thermal capabilities, allowing your camera to function in low-light and no-light environments. You can quickly connect to remotely monitor the thermal conditions in potentially hazardous areas.

Some Applications

These cameras are useful in situations where you need rapid deployment of a security camera. They are effective around perimeters to secure assets on hazardous areas, construction sites, at special events, and on college campuses. The cameras can also be used for time-lapse projects, as well as monitoring systems for law enforcement, parking lots, water companies, sea ports, bus surveillance, vessel containers and ship cargo.

SeSys Torch Cameras are highly effective in the gas and oil industry for emergency response and safety scenarios, perimeter security of remote sites with off-grid power solutions, process assurance and monitoring the refining process and monitoring hazardous areas such as in-well installations.

Our cameras have been successfully used by law enforcement, public safety and emergency preparedness organizations. The LA Port Authority uses these cameras to track shipments, and the LA Police Department uses them to monitor drug trafficking activity. The oil and gas industries use these cameras to remotely monitor off-the-grid locations. If you need to monitor hazardous or inaccessible places, these cameras can meet your needs. Here are just a few more of our clients who successfully use these cameras:

· Baltimore County Police Department, Maryland

· Bound Brook New Jersey Police

· Tampa Airport

· City of Suffolk Engineering

· City of Akron Ohio Water Authority

· City of St. Louis Water Authority

· City of Windsor Fire and Rescue

· Sunburry PA Police Department

· University of California San Diego

· University of Maryland Public Safety

· Maryland Transit Authority Police

Key Features

Here are the key features of SeSys Torch Cameras to help you decide if they’re right for your business or organization:

· Completely self-contained wireless digital IP camera in durable stainless steel housing with integral SD card storage, router and battery

· 4G/3G/GPRS/Wi-Fi/Satellite data communications

· 6 Megapixel CMOS image sensors

· High-resolutions (up to 6144x2048, 12 megapixels)

· Robust, lightweight and portable

· Deployable within minutes; no specialist skills required; one button operation

· Built-in event recorder with activity sensor, motion detection and automated alarms

· Low bandwidth and power consumption

· No software license fee — camera is accessible anywhere via web browser or license-free software

· No moving parts, reduced maintenance and longer lifespan

· Additional PoE port doubles the camera coverage

Would you like more information? Contact New York Mobile Satellite today. Your organization’s security could depend on it.

New York Mobile Satellite LLC, veteran-owned, headquartered in New York City, provides B2B wireless and satellite based telecommunication services, both mobile and fixed, to commercial enterprises around the globe, including banking, financial services, oil and gas, first responders, law enforcement, electric and water utilities, construction, sea ports, leisure boating, mining, cruise lines, media, shipping and container vessels, transportation, camping and hiking groups, rescue organizations, maritime communications, public safety markets and government sector, as well as for disaster recovery and humanitarian agencies. The Management Team has over 75 years of satellite and telecommunication experience. The company’s flexibility to custom design solutions and integrate various satellite communications technologies for customer, and industry specific needs, sets us apart from the competition.

Three Common Industries that Benefit From Satellite Telecommunications

Virtually all industries can benefit from satellite telecommunications, but there are several industries that have workers who have a consistent need for communications on the go without the threat of interrupted service. For businesses where mobility is their life blood, satellite can be exceptionally helpful and even lifesaving. Here are just a few industries that benefit from satellite each and every day.

Public Safety

First responders and public safety organizations have some challenges that can only be overcome by reliable telecommunication satellite provides. They need to make sure they can communicate between base operations and emergency resources during times of crisis and natural disaster. During emergencies, terrestrial cellular lines are often jammed from greatly increased traffic. Satellite communications don’t become overwhelmed during times of crisis, so first responders and public safety organizations have open lines of communication when they need it the most.

When agencies need to communicate with one another across the continent, or across the globe, satellite communications and New York Mobile Satellite’s technology enable them to do so. Since emergencies can occur anywhere, it’s crucial that even remote locations have communications services in a time of crisis. This is so important because satellite technology allows first responders, public safety agencies, emergency services (including hospitals) to communicate to get people to safety quickly and efficiently during a crisis.

Media

To bring you the most up-to-date news, reporters travel across the globe chasing the stories that matter. Our satellite technology allows them to bring you coverage of what’s happening globally. Media uses BGAN and VSAT technology to deliver live audio and video broadcasts, store and forward video news clips and provide reporters out in the field with access to their office resources.

Media coverage is an important piece of public safety. When there’s impending bad weather, a natural disaster, terrorist attack or other threat to public safety, media coverage helps keep the public in the loop so that they can make it to a safe area and get instructions from public safety organizations.

Utilities 

Utility companies use our satellite communications to expedite field operations, ensure the safety of their field staff and keep their infrastructure in working order so that you don’t lose access to the utilities you need every day. There is a massive infrastructure behind every service you get in your home and business: electric, gas, water, etc. This infrastructure is usually widespread, so companies need a technological solution to help them monitor the condition of their equipment. Utilities can use Smart Grid, SCADA, M2M applications to monitor, analyze, report, and control applications, as well as access and process real-time and historical data at an astonishing speed. And because all of this data isn’t passing through potentially congested and limited terrestrial cellular towers, utility companies are able to monitor their infrastructure consistently to ensure you have power, water, electric and any other utilities that you need to live. The men and women behind the scenes at the utility companies can also work more safely when they have to do repairs in remote locations because satellite technology allows them to be in constant communication with their home offices.

These industries and other rely on our satellite telecommunications and the kind of mobile technology that provides reliable communication across the globe for about the same cost as terrestrial cellular services. Learn more about accessibility and affordability by contacting New York Mobile Satellite today.

New York Mobile Satellite LLC, veteran-owned, headquartered in New York City, provides B2B wireless and satellite based telecommunication services, both mobile and fixed, to commercial enterprises around the globe, including banking, financial services, oil and gas, first responders, law enforcement, electric and water utilities, construction, sea ports, leisure boating, mining, cruise lines, media, shipping and container vessels, transportation, camping and hiking groups, rescue organizations, maritime communications, public safety markets and government sector, as well as for disaster recovery and humanitarian agencies. The Management Team has over 75 years of satellite and telecommunication experience. The company’s flexibility to custom design solutions and integrate various satellite communications technologies for customer, and industry specific needs, sets us apart from the competition