Motorola Introduces the Smallest TETRA Radio

The radio in thin form factor enables high performance and secure
communications in covert operations

HONG KONG, May 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- TETRA WORLD CONGRESS -- 26 May
2008 -- Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) today announced the introduction of the
smallest body-worn TETRA Covert Radio, the TCR1000, that provides fully
featured TETRA radio functions to users in covert operations. The new radio in
thin form factor can easily be concealed in light clothing and ensures secure
communications with encryption features that improve operational effectiveness
in the field.
The TCR1000 weighs less than 180 grams and its small, light-weight design
helps officers to disguise their equipment during covert operations, allowing
them to blend into the crowd. While compact in design, the TCR1000 performs to
the same high standards as mainstream Motorola TETRA terminals and offers
excellent functionality including options for integrated GPS and end-to-end
encryption. It incorporates many innovative features to address the unique
requirements of covert radios such as discrete audio, radio control and long
battery lifetime.
In terms of enhanced usability, the control features of the TCR1000 have
been designed for covert operations, such as using audio tones to identify
talk group number to enable audio-only recognition of talk group selection.
The TCR1000 is controllable from a remote unit that provides greater
flexibility to users in their operations.
On functionality, the TCR1000 has an integrated GPS to locate resources as
well as users who are in need of assistance. The radio also has an extended
battery pack option which can easily extend users' surveillance periods.
On security features, the TCR1000 is equipped with all of the encryption
features of Motorola's TETRA radios and infrastructure portfolio. This ensures
safety and information protection and prevents interception from unwanted
parties. Together with best-in-class audio performance and whisper mode for
discrete use, the TCR1000 is well-suited for the user in surveillance covert
type operations.
"As a leader in mission-critical communications, Motorola truly
understands that unique environments require unique devices and solutions.
Users in the public safety markets, including those involved in surveillance,
close protection and special operations, require the highest level of
security. Based on feedback from users in covert environments, the TCR1000 is
Motorola's first designed-for-use covert radio with special interface, form
and security features that come in a neat little package for those critical
undercover applications," said Jens Kristiansen, vice president and general
manager, TETRA Products and Solutions, Motorola Government and Public Safety.
A wide range of covert accessories including vests and harnesses,
microphone, earpieces and antenna, are available for the user to tailor
solutions to operational requirements. For example, the vest option includes a
body worn double loop antenna which can increase the range of communications.
Motorola's new covert radio demonstrates its commitment to developing
innovative solutions that enable its customers to fully harness the power of
TETRA. Just this year, Motorola was chosen by the Isle of Man Government
Department of Home Affairs to supply a fleet of covert TETRA terminals, to be
used by the Isle of Man Constabulary and Customs & Excise.
With rapid advances in technology and the ever-pressing issues of
security, interoperability and proven reliability, Motorola aims to deliver
intuitive technology that is second nature to users, so they have the peace of
mind to focus on their mission, not on the technology. The TCR1000 Covert
terminal is a strong testament to Motorola's design-for-use ethos, which is to
work hand-in-hand with its customers to create highly intuitive products to
address the unique requirements of mission-critical environments.
For more information visit the Motorola booth at TETRA World Congress
(Booth W) where it will showcase Technology That's Second Nature(TM) through
its MOTOA4(TM) portfolio of mission critical solutions.
About Motorola
Motorola is known around the world for innovation in communications. The
company develops technologies, products and services that make mobile
experiences possible. Our portfolio includes communications infrastructure,
enterprise mobility solutions, digital set-tops, cable modems, mobile devices
and Bluetooth accessories. Motorola is committed to delivering next generation
communication solutions to people, businesses and governments. A Fortune 100
company with global presence and impact, Motorola had sales of US $36.6
billion in 2007. For more information about our company, our people and our
innovations, please visit http://www.motorola.com.
SOURCE Motorola, Inc.

Lynn Chan, Motorola Asia Pacific, +65 6486 2286, lynn.chan@motorola.com; or
Walter Lee, Fleishman-Hillard Hong Kong, +852 2111 3574,
walter.lee@fleishman.com