The A2FX, from Blue Water Design, is a stand-alone ALERT2 field transceiver build around the A2X ALERT2 Modem and a Ritron DTX-145 VHF radio -- the same reliable equipment BWD recommends for repeaters and base stations. Designed for field use, the A2FX contains a 6400mAh battery, a speaker, and eight selectable radio channels. The A2FX houses all of these components inside a sturdy, weather-proof Pelican case, built for the demands of field use.
The A2FX was designed to support field service work.
With its 6400mAh battery, the A2FX is ready for long days in the field. Bluetooth capability eliminates the hassle of connecting and disconnecting cables, and lets you send and receive transmissions from your laptop or Windows-compatible tablet. The GPS and radio work with the lid open or closed.
A2Control allows you to view GPS signal strength in real-time, so you can field test your GPS antennas by connecting them to the A2FX.
The A2FX is built around the A2X, allowing you to both send and receive ALERT2 messages. The transmit capability supports a wide range of tests and diagnostics. For example, you can test a site's antenna separate from the rest of the components at the site by connecting it to the A2FX.
More and more ALERT2 systems are implementing command and control applications; a transmitter is an important tool in testing and maintaining those systems.
