APCO 10
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crichardson447 on April 6, 2011
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 interoperability | Term defined as the capacity for multiple agencies to converse with one another using common radio frequencies |
| waves | Radio frequencies radiate from an antenna into space as _________ |
| conventional | Radio system where one radio can transmit at any time on the assigned frequency |
| rear end clipping | Cutting off the end of a transmisson, caused by releasing the transmit button prematurely |
| base station | Combined transmitter and receiver used in a fixed location |
| mobile radio | Combined transmitter and receiver mounted in a vehicle |
| trunked | Radio system that allows for a shared dynamic allocation of available communication resources |
| repeater | Device used to extend the effective range of communications by re-transmitting radio signals automatically |
| transmitter | Device capable or emitting radio signals containing voice or data |
| spectrum | Term used to describe the complete range of radio frequencies |
| keys a radio | Phrase that describes the physical actions involved with pressing a "push to talk" microphone button |
| consoles | Devices used to operate remote radio equipment from a central location |
| radio pager | Device containing a one-way reciever and decoder, individually activated from the PSAP (Public Safety Answering Point) |
| receiver | Device capable of accepting radio signals and converting them into a form usable by human or machine |
| tactical | This type of frequency is generally used in small areas without repeaters |
| portable radio | Combined transmitter and reciever capable of completely independent operation using an internal battery and inegral antenna |
| frequencies | Radio signals are transmitted on specific __________ |
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