Broadcast Communications

Configurable, Highly Reliable Embedded Computers for Public Safety & Security

Case Study

An established operator of public safety companies across the United States specializes in visual and facial recognition software. Their technology is deployed for law enforcement agencies, emergency services, security installations, municipal infrastructure, and government associations. The software and associated embedded controllers are used in conjunction with camera systems for instant, automatic access data access. The operator-integrator relied on an internationally-sourced device for computer control of this application. However, they began experiencing performance and delivery issues with their existing solution.

The public safety company actively sought out Sealevel for an American-made – and supported – industrial computer with configurable I/O to support a range of cameras and other peripheral equipment. Specifically, they requested an i3 Core processor and a variety of computers to meet their different installation needs with the same footprint and proven performance.

Reliable I/O & Ethernet Bolster Broadcast Communications

Case Study

Sealevel partners with a broadcast communications company that dominates the market for producing and distributing sporting events, specifically horse races. Highly reliable, consistent performance of all systems is essential in order to maintain healthy revenue streams that are largely dependent on advertising. To ensure operations, the company uses redundant systems and large backup generators so that their broadcasting capabilities are not impacted by power loss.

They required a device with robust I/O and a 10/100BaseT Ethernet Modbus TCP interface for monitoring and controlling signals from the generator and associated equipment. The system is used for periodic testing and to verify flawless operation.

Radio Transmission Monitoring

Case Study

A leading radio broadcasting company required a reliable, small, cost-effective solution for monitoring and control at transmitter sites. In addition to the dense I/O requirements, the customer requested that the design allow for easy upgrade or replacement of the single-board computer. Sealevel designed a custom Relio system providing a variety of serial, analog, and digital I/O that can be queried or send alerts via the internet or a standard telephone connection.

911 Dispatch Console Computer

Case Study

A leading supplier of communication systems for first responders contacted Sealevel to redesign the 911 dispatch computer used for secure voice to IP communications. An important goal of the new system was to handle the processing and I/O required by their application without the obsolescence issues inherent with their previous “white box” servers and off-the-shelf PCI bus audio cards. The customer also wanted to combine the functionality of an external audio extender product with the main console computer in a single, compact design that could be mounted easily in an equipment rack or under the surface of a desk.

Public Safety Communications

Case Study

Several years ago, a world-leading company in critical two-way wireless communications systems used by public safety and government organizations contracted Sealevel to design an ultra-reliable industrial computer to monitor and control remote broadcast sites nationwide. Sealevel responded with a solid-state system that included all the dense I/O required packaged in a compact 1U, rackmount enclosure. The customer was so satisfied with the operation and quality of over 1,500 units installed to date that they commissioned Sealevel to refresh the design and upgrade to a faster processor and more memory for compatibility with today’s information assurance software, which is required for new installations.