PoC2Way provides First Class PTToC services for Australian Commercial and Government sectors serving a wide range of industries.  We provide commercially capable PoC software solutions based on client needs supported by industry-leading Talkpod terminal devices.

We pride ourselves on tailoring Press To Talk over Cellular solutions to each customer’s specific requirements. PoC 2-way is a division of First Class Electronic Services Pty Ltd, an experienced Australian two-way radio communication company with a history of building and supporting radio networks and PTT solutions for education, retail, health, transport, hospitality, construction, and logistics. We have been in operation since 1985.

Press To Talk over Cellular (PoC or PTToC) technology allows two-way communication without the huge infrastructure setup costs, instead utilising the existing cellular networks (Telstra, Optus, Vodafone).

Call now to discuss your options on (03) 9899 6506 and arrange an obligation-free trial.

Press-To-Talk over Cellular (PTToC or PoC) has become a popular choice for many two-way radio users due to a multitude of benefits. First and foremost is the massive coverage area – essentially Australia-wide – that is afforded to this technology by operating on the existing mobile networks: Telstra, Optus or Vodafone.

Provided a user is within cellular range they can enjoy two-way radio-like communications Australia Wide, doing away with the need for expensive repeater hardware and infrastructure setup costs.

Some other benefits PoC has over LMR  include dispatch systems,  integrated GPS location services, and the ability to integrate multimedia messaging. Whilst some LMR systems allow for some of theses features, they are by comparison are fairly limited.

The cost chasm separating LMR and PoC is as large as the coverage difference and a huge factor for most when considering LMR Vs PoC options. LMR systems can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars compared to a much smaller capital investment and or subscriptions associated with PoC technology.

Benefits

• Australia wide / world wide one to many secure group voice and data communications.
• Infinite channels.
• Low cost.
• No licensing issues.
• Easily manage your fleet (GPS, private calls, Geo-fencing and more).
• Over the air programming (easily change radio configuration / add and delete channels, names etc).
• Cost effective dispatch systems.
• API for third party apps.

Savvy technically minded business owners have ditched the LMR ship and are taking advantage of the many and future proofed advantages that PoC delivers. When stacked up side by side it’s almost impossible to ignore the many advantages PoC delivers.

PTToC devices are fitted with SIM cards and generally run an Android operating system, much like a smartphone. They are specially designed with PTT communications in mind, incorporating purpose-placed keys for PTT, suitable battery capacity,  emergency features, volume and channel selection – much like a ‘conventional’ two-way radio.

The 3 most important elements to consider when choosing a PoC solution are, 1. the Platform. There are many platform providers globally and whilst some may seem attractive due to the low monthly access fees they may not be suitable for commercial operation. Like anything, you get what you pay for 2. Hardware, its is critical to select hardware that is suitable for the intended platform, the synergy between these two element cannot be understated, platform engineers do not make apps suitable for all hardware options and all hardware options are not suitable for all environments. 3. Carrier, choosing the right carriers is important when considering coverage area. As we know not all this are equal with cellular service, so check coverage areas from your provider to ensure that coverage and capacity will suit your voice / data communication needs.

Call us on (03) 9899 6509 to discuss your particular requirements or  book an obligation-free trial of hardware and a system suitable to your needs.