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NetworkFirst® provides IP packet-switched voice communications among multiple agencies that need to interoperate. NetworkFirst combines a universal analog audio port, the Interoperability Gateway, with an IP-based voice switch and network administrator (Network Switching Center) to connect multiple radio systems together in a seamless communications web. In conjunction with an optional console, the Network Switching Center provides a centralized command point for crisis management. For more information see our Sales Sheet.

Key Features:

• Universal audio-to-IP packet conversion
• Software-only switch
• Compatible with existing radio equipment
• Easily configured and scaled


	NetworkFirst Components:

	Unified Administration System For Fleet Mapping and administration of land mobile radio networks.		Centralized Network Manager For viewing and monitoring the performance of larger land mobile radio regional networks.

	C3 Maestro^{IP TM} Dispatch Console Console was designed to cope with the demanding needs of the often-harried dispatcher.		V^IP Dispatch Console The VIP Console was designed as a powerful, yet compact network dispatch radio solution.

	Network Switching Server Fully integrated voice and data controller based on Internet Protocol (IP) architecture.		Network Switching Center A collection of switching and management products based on Internet protocol (IP) architecture.

	EDACS^® IP Gateway Provides internetworking between an EDACS network and NetworkFirst or Opensky network.		Interoperability Gateway Multi-channel analog voice interface for NetworkFirst packet-switched digital networks.

	Regional VIDA Manager Provides a single point of access for the management and administrative tasks of a VIDA network.		VIDA Select Allows multiple agencies, radio vendors, frequencies, and protocols to be linked through a common IP network infrastructure.

	VIDA Device Manager Provides centralized management and control for updating device software and uploading and editing personalities within Harris’ NetworkFirst™, P25^IP, and EDACS^IP radio systems and subscriber unit configurations within OpenSky®.