Redmond, WA – Zetron and Hytera announced the successful joint testing of their systems using an interface based on the Digital Mobile Radio (DMR) Association Applications Interface Specification (AIS). The testing involved Zetron’s Advanced Communications (AcomEVO) system utilizing the interface with Hytera’s Tier II DMR system. It is the first multi-vendor implementation of DMR-AIS to a Tier II Network.

The testing confirmed AcomEVO’s ability to integrate and operate seamlessly with radio networks utilizing interfaces that adhere to the DMR protocol. Testing was performed on the following features: Group Call, Individual Call, Emergency Alarm, Call Alert, Radio Check, Text Messaging, and Radio Enable/Disable.

Live demonstrations of the Zetron and Hytera systems operating together will be presented at both Hytera’s booth and Zetron’s booth at the International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE) in Las Vegas, NV, March 24-27, 2014.

“Hytera’s strong belief in open standards went one step further when we got involved with the DMR Association’s Technical Working Group,” said Hytera Senior Vice President, G.S. Kok. “The recent project with Zetron also demonstrates our strong commitment to open standards and interoperability. The AIS interface allows vendors to write applications that can be used with any DMR manufacturer’s AIS-compliant equipment. This important advancement would not be possible without the broad-minded vision of the DMR Association and its members.”

“Our partnership with Hytera and our participation with the DMR Association since 2012 underscore Zetron’s ongoing commitment to open protocols and standards,” said Zetron President and CEO, Ellen O’Hara. “The demonstrations at IWCE will provide attendees with the opportunity to witness the live operation of the DMR AIS protocol between the systems of two collaborating manufacturers—Hytera and Zetron.”

About Zetron 

For over 30 years, Zetron has been providing mission-critical communications solutions to customers in public safety, transportation, utilities, manufacturing, healthcare and business. With offices in the U.S.A., U.K., Australia and numerous field locations, Zetron supports a worldwide network of resellers, system integrators and distributors. This gives Zetron a global reach as well as a local presence in the regions it serves. Zetron has installed thousands of systems and over 20,000 console operator positions worldwide. Zetron is a wholly owned subsidiary of JVC Kenwood Corporation.

About Hytera

Founded in 1993 in Shenzhen, China, Hytera has become a key player in PMR (Professional Mobile Radio) communication industry, with a large client base covering more than 80 countries and regions worldwide. Hytera values innovation and invests over 15% of its revenue each year in Research and Development. Hytera is actively involved in developing global PMR standards, and is one of the few radio communication providers that masters the three mainstream digital standards, namely TETRA (Terrestrial Trunked Radio), DMR (Digital Mobile Radio) and PDT (Professional Digital Trunking).

Hytera has built up a strong global sales network, including 3 subsidiaries in the U.S., the U.K., and Germany, 14 branches and 8 offices. It responds to customers’ needs immediately through the cooperation of over 600 partners across the world. Since its establishment, Hytera has set up over 1,000 professional wireless communication networks and provided solutions to more than 5 million clients.