Alcatel-Lucent offers CDMA product for 700 MHz public safety :: RCR Wireless News

Alcatel-Lucent introduced a new CDMA2000 1x EV-DO Revision A-enabled base station for the 700 MHz spectrum band aimed at supporting the specific needs of public-safety organizations. The company said the technology will support high-speed access to data, images and video, and will provide users with push-to-talk and location-identification services.

The move is essentially a nod to the growing interest in supplying wireless products to public safety, which stands to gain extra spectrum as part of TV broadcasters’ transition to digital technology. According to Congress’ mandate on the topic, public safety is allotted some spectrum in the 700 MHz band while another chunk is set to be auctioned. However, several plans circling around Washington could ultimately add to the pool of 700 MHz spectrum for public safety.