This week saw the transition of all Oxford Area Radio System users to the Butler Regional Interoperable Communications System. Careful planning and coordination between BRICS staff, vendors and local officials resulted in a smooth transition for two dispatch centers, three law enforcement agencies, two fire/EMS departments, one EMS agency, one hospital ER and two public works groups.
In July, our technicians conducted rigorous testing of portables provided by EF Johnson Technologies, a manufacturer of Project 25 compliant two-way radios. The purpose was to test radio performance and functionality on the BRICS 800MHz voice system.
Four more frequencies were brought online to the BRICS 800MHz voice system today. There is now a total of nine in operation, providing one control channel and eight voice channels. The new frequencies are from the City of Oxford five-channel license.
The installation of dispatcher consoles at the Trenton Police Department was completed on July 21st. Trenton’s police and fire departments are continuing to use their existing radio systems until the appropriate frequencies are available to bring them on the BRICS 800MHz voice system.
EF Johnson Technologies, a manufacturer of Project 25 compliant two-way radios, has provided test units to the Communications Division of the Butler County Sheriff's Office.
Last Tuesday, dispatch console installation was completed for the Butler County Sheriff's Office. Dispatchers transitioned to using the new consoles during first shift.