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Introducing the new R&S®GB5450 radio control unit

For small and medium-sized airports, ensuring reliable and secure air-ground communications is paramount. However, budget constraints and infrastructure limitations often make sophisticated voice systems unattainable. That's where the R&S®GB5450 radio control unit comes into play. A standalone, lightweight solution delivering robust performance without the need for a server.

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A powerful and modern backup

The radio control unit represents a crucial operational interface between air traffic controllers and VoIP radios, operating completely independently of complex voice system infrastructure. It's designed as an ideal last-resort backup, ensuring critical communication lines remain available. It offers a modern replacement for legacy systems like the R&S®GB208 and R&S®GB4000T/V, bringing enhanced capabilities and future-proof technology to your operations.

Key features & capabilities:

The R&S®GB5450 radio control unit isn’t just about reliable communications; it's packed with features designed for efficiency and usability:

  • Multi-channel support: manage up to twelve radio channels (twelve transceivers or twelve transmitters + twelve receivers) simultaneously.
  • Redundant connectivity: two fully redundant ethernet interfaces ensure uninterrupted communications, automatically switching between main and network domains in case of connection failures.
  • Intuitive control: a user-friendly 7" touchscreen with a graphical user interface (GUI) offers quick selection buttons and clear, color-coded status information.
  • Remote radio control: flexible selection and control of radio resources are combined with real-time radio status information.
  • Enhanced communications tools: features functions like emergency PTT prioritization, cross-coupling for group communications, and a convenient “SAY AGAIN” function.
  • Audio excellence: provides automatic detection of connected audio accessories, flexible audio routing, and comprehensive audio diagnostics.
  • Recording capabilities: Supports ED-137 B/C Vol.4 recording with the ability to configure up to two voice recorders.
  • Time synchronization: provides accurate timekeeping via NTP protocol.
  • Broad radio compatibility: supports all current Rohde & Schwarz radios (R&S®Series4100, R&S®Series4200, R&S®Series4400, R&S®Series5200) using GB2PP or ED-137B/C SNMP protocols.
R&S®GB5450 radio control unit
R&S®GB5450 radio control unit

R&S®GB5450 radio control unit

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R&S®GB5450 radio control unit

Seamless integration and scalability with CERTIUM VCS

The R&S®GB5450 radio control unit isn’t just a standalone solution. It can also seamlessly integrate into the larger CERTIUM VCS (voice communications system), functioning as a compact controller working position (CWP)

You can begin with a single R&S®GB5450 radio control unit and scale your voice operations as needed. Adding working positions and central services unlocks a full-size VoIP communications solution, offering a complete suite of telephone and radio features, including ground-to-ground communications.

R&S®GB5450 radio control unit: secure, reliable, and ready to elevate your air-ground communications.