Datastrip integrates Motorola TETRA Communication Modem in its DSVII range of mobile biometric verification terminals.
Expanding the options for rapid access to data on a mobile platform
Thame, UK (September 23, 2008) – Datastrip, a world-leading provider of field-proven identification and verification technology today announced that its DSVII range of mobile handheld biometric devices is now available with Motorola’s TETRA Communications. The TETRA Communications Modem – called the TOM100 modem – is seamlessly integrated into the mobile terminal to provide wide-area data communications, making it the first biometrics handheld terminal that can operate over TETRA (TErrestrial Trunked RAdio).
TETRA is a digital trunked mobile radio standard developed by the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI). The TETRA standard meets the needs of traditional Professional Mobile Radio users within organisations such as Government, Law Enforcement, Transportation as well as Commercial & Industry.
“The integration of Motorola TETRA allows the users of our mobile terminals to securely access databases and other information sources while in the field,” said Peter Hradek, Datastrip’s Business Development Director for Europe. “The partnership with Motorola strengthens both companies position in the marketplace.”
Datastrip’s DSVII terminals perform fast and accurate identity verification in mobile scenarios with or without digital identity documents. Each terminal combines a contact/contactless smart card reader, a fingerprint sensor for instant matching to a biometric template, and a large colour digital touch screen display for displaying data decoded from ID cards and documents or retrieved from back-end databases. The DSVII terminals support multiple biometric technologies from the industries’ leading vendors, one of them being Motorola’s Mobile Automated Fingerprint Identification System (Mobile AFIS) that provides remote and timely access to fingerprints, facial images and critical information such as criminal history or immigration status.
Terminals equipped with TETRA can also utilise other WAN and LAN capabilities such as WiFi 802.11, GSM/GPRS, and Bluetooth - all in a compact Windows® CE.NET unit.
“Today’s public officials tasked with immigration, border control and law enforcement need identification and verification capabilities at their fingertips. Motorola’s AFIS solution is already meeting these needs by offering mobile biometric identification. Now, with the availability of mobile terminals to operate over a TETRA network, we are essentially widening our biometrics capability to better serve officials who can use an integrated device over the existing TETRA network, while ensuring secure data access. This is a great leap for us and we are glad to partner with Datastrip in making it possible,” said Iain Clarke, sales vice president, Western Europe for Motorola’s Government & Public Safety.
About Datastrip
Datastrip Ltd. is a leading provider of biometric verification devices in today’s mobile arena, enabling fast, accurate identity verification across multiple markets and harsh environments; with its quality driven design and manufacturing process and installed base, Datastrip is the industry leader in providing rugged, ergonomic and feature rich mobile verification terminals. Datastrip’s diverse line of handheld readers provide the flexibility and customisation needed for specialised applications and interoperability into existing systems for ease of deployment into mainstream verticals such as law enforcement, government, military and commercial markets.
For more information, email uk@datastrip.com or visit www.datastrip.com
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
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