PoC radio

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PoC radio
Other namePTToC radio
TypePoC device
Core function Push-to-talk [1]
Introduced byTYT
Communication mode half-duplex

A PoC radio (short for push to talk over cellular radio [2] ), also known as PTToC radio, [3] is an instant communication device that is based on the cellular network. [4] It is a radio device that incorporates push-to-talk technology into a cellular radio handset. [5] It allows users to communicate with one or more receivers instantly, [6] in a half-duplex mode. [7]

Although a PoC radio is a walkie-talkie-like device, [8] there are substantial differences between them. [9] Compared to the latter, the former has a wider range of channels, covers a wider area, and does not require a license to transmit. [9] In addition, a PoC radio supports advanced functions, such as, video calls, multimedia messages, GPS location tracking, and emergency notifications. [10]

PoC radios are widely used in the industries of private security, logistics, hospitality, and rescue. The representative manufacturers of such equipments include Hytera [11] and ToooAir. [12]

History

The concept of PoC was introduced by U.S. telecommunications company Nextel in 1987. [13] The first commercial use of PoC radios was also started by the company in 2002. [14]

In June 2005, the Open Mobile Alliance rolled out an approved standard called "PoC 1.0". [15] In April 2020, Hytera presented a PoC radio named PNC550, equipped with a 5-inch touchscreen that supports full operation using gloves. [16]

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