Primary Department: Constables
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Constable James Phillips, Harris County Precinct 7
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Type of Request: Financial Authorization
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by the Constable of Precinct 7 for approval of financial authorization in the budgeted amount of $1,488.96 for a cordless push-to-talk (PTT) headset adapter for use in public safety dispatch and air traffic control.
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Background and Discussion:
The CA12CD-S, a cordless PTT designed to provide encrypted communications for use in public safety dispatch and air traffic control. The CA12CD-S uses digital processing (DECT 6.0) and operates in the UPCS band (1.92 - 1.93 GHz) in North America. The CA12CD-S/A uses digital processing (DECT 6.0) and operates in the DECT band (1.88 - 1.90 GHz) in Europe. It features a Plantronics QD (Quick Disconnect) and is compatible with all "H" series headsets.
Operational Need: The dispatch-related staff regularly handle high-priority communications while simultaneously processing warrants, scanning documents, verifying records, and coordinating with deputies. Current wired or non-encrypted headset solutions limit mobility, increase desk congestion, and reduce operational efficiency during active warrant confirmation and execution workflows. The CA12CD-S cordless PTT adapter provides secure, encrypted, hands-free communications designed specifically for public safety dispatch and air traffic control environm...
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