APX portable radios
High-specification handheld radios designed for command and frontline deployment, with full P25 Phase 1 and Phase 2 capability, military-grade durability, and comprehensive encryption options.
Defense & Mission Systems
COMMAND & UNIT RADIO SYSTEMS
CellQual supplies and integrates Motorola Solutions APX and P25-compliant radio systems for command-level operations, public safety agencies, defense units, and organized operational programs requiring the highest standards of reliability, security, and interoperability. Every APX and P25-compliant system we supply is programmed, integrated, and commissioned by our team before operational handover.
Introduction
Command and unit radio systems are designed for organizations where communications failure is not an option. Police commands, fire service incident management, military headquarters, emergency operations centres, and large utility operations all depend on radio systems that maintain clear, secure, and reliable communications across complex environments, multiple sites, and high traffic loads.
CellQual supplies and integrates selected Motorola Solutions APX and MOTOTRBO radio systems. APX products are associated with P25 mission-critical radio environments, while MOTOTRBO is primarily based on DMR technology. Interoperability between different radio technologies depends on appropriate gateways, interfaces, system configuration, frequency planning, encryption arrangements, and operational implementation.
Beyond supply, CellQual provides the engineering services that make a radio system operationally effective: system architecture design, radio programming and configuration, console and dispatch integration, site infrastructure assessment, RF coverage planning, commissioning, acceptance testing, and post-deployment support.
What We Provide
APX mobile radios
Vehicle-mounted command and patrol radios for mobile operations centres, command vehicles, and frontline units requiring in-vehicle communication capability.
P25 infrastructure
Base stations, repeaters, and controller equipment for building or extending P25 trunked and conventional radio networks.
Console and dispatch systems
Command console integration allowing dispatchers and operations centres to manage multiple talkgroups, monitor calls, and coordinate multi-agency responses.
Radio programming and configuration
Professional radio programming, talkgroup assignment, encryption key management, and fleet management configuration.
RF coverage assessment
Survey and analysis of existing coverage, identification of coverage gaps, and engineering recommendations for infrastructure improvement.
Commissioning and acceptance testing
Systematic commissioning and formal acceptance testing to confirm system performance before operational handover.
How We Work
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Requirement review
We discuss your operational needs, coverage area, user count, and security requirements.
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System design
We design the radio system and infrastructure to match the requirement.
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Deployment support
We support configuration, deployment, and integration with existing systems.
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Ongoing support
We remain available for support, programming changes, and expansion.
Use Cases
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A government agency needs an encrypted radio system connecting command and field units across a region.
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A public safety organization needs interoperable radios so different services can communicate during joint operations.
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A defense organization needs a secure, reliable radio network for unit-level communication.
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An organization needs to extend or upgrade an existing P25 radio system.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
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APCO Project 25 (P25) is a suite of standards developed for digital radio communications used by public safety, government, and defense organizations in North America and increasingly worldwide. P25 matters because it provides a common technical foundation for standards-based interoperability across radio equipment from different manufacturers. Actual interoperability depends on system profiles, interfaces, frequency planning, encryption, configuration, and operational implementation by each agency, allowing organizations to mix and match equipment while maintaining a common communication capability. It also provides a clear migration path from analogue to digital, and supports advanced features such as encryption, unit ID, and GPS tracking.
Motorola Solutions APX radios support multiple encryption standards including DES, AES-256, and FIPS 140-2 compliant algorithms, depending on the specific model and configuration. The appropriate encryption level depends on the customer's security classification requirements. CellQual can advise on the right configuration for your operational needs.
Yes. P25 supports backward-compatible operation, meaning digital radios can operate in analogue mode on existing channels while the infrastructure is progressively upgraded. This allows organizations to transition incrementally rather than replacing all equipment and infrastructure simultaneously.
A conventional P25 network assigns fixed channels to specific user groups. A trunked P25 network dynamically assigns available channels from a pool to active calls, making much more efficient use of spectrum and supporting a larger user population on the same infrastructure. Trunking is typically used for large, multi-agency public safety networks.
Yes. CellQual can provide user familiarisation training for radio operators and system administrator training for IT and communications staff responsible for managing the network. Training scope and format are agreed as part of the project.
Next step
Plan Your Command Radio program
CellQual can assess your command communications requirement and propose a Motorola Solutions system that meets your operational, security, and interoperability needs. Contact us to discuss.