From analog to digital: Thiruvananthapuram cops switch wireless system
The analog system used in the wireless sets was easy to crack and often communication was interrupted by wireless devices used by fishermen.
To resolve the issue, city police have revamped their old analogue-based communication system with most advanced digital mobile radio (DMR) technology at a cost of Rs 6 crore. Recently, nearly 1,000 wireless devices on DMR technology were handed over to the law and order and traffic wings as part of the initiative.
The initiative is part of a state-wide digitalisation drive and it was first implemented in Thrissur. But due to some litigation, the project was delayed and the unspent amount was later rerouted for Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi city police.
While areas like Kazhakkoottam, Vizhinjam and Kovalam were out of reach of the old analog wireless system, the new devices cover the length and breadth of the city.
During Union home minister Amit Shah's visit to the district in July, the city police had to put extra effort into coordinating security measures in place owing to the interruptions in the wireless communication system.
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The communication was frequently interrupted by wireless devices used by fishermen at sea to alert others about fish shoals. The old system was prone to being either hacked or accessed by unauthorised frequencies.
By tuning using Chinese FM radios or other radio sets at wavelengths close to 80MHz/140MHz, one could easily access the police frequency.
According to police sources, the new system consists of one main control site and several other repeater sites to provide secure digital voice and data.
The new DMR system offers features like real-time communication and also helps in sending photos from incident sites to control rooms. It also allows interoperability, enabling communication with other emergency services like fire, ambulance, coast guard, etc.
"The work to switch over to the digital system is complete and the city police have started using it. It is more encrypted and possesses unique security features.
The earlier analogue-based system had several drawbacks, including security risks and was able to be accessed by unauthorised frequencies. The new system gives full coverage of the entire city with clearer voice communication. It also reduces the risk of jamming.
Since it is GPS-enabled, tracing the location of the devices is possible and it can be operated remotely," said city police commissioner Thomson Jose.
He also said that even though there were some issues while switching over to the new system, all of them were properly addressed and resolved.
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