There was a time when law enforcement electronics basically meant 2-way radio.  Today, the integration of communications, computers, and digital technology allow us to offer a variety of products to meet the specialized needs of law enforcement.  For example, the CrookCatcher system shown below is ideal for investigations and tactical use.  A variation of this system has significant benefits for the merchant community and this is just one of the services we offer to address your special needs!  As you review the following material, you will find the latest in communications, in-car video, mobile data, vehicle tracking and even how to save money on replacement batteries.  Check us out - we think you'll be glad you did!

CrookCatcher wireless stake out systems are efficient and affordable!

Years ago, there was a system known as VARDA that was used for temporary stakeouts.  Basically, it consisted of a pressure mat connected to a telephone dialer.  It is expensive, difficult to set up and not too efficient.  Today, there is CrookCatcher!  This amazing system can monitor two doors plus open areas and be set up with a matter of minutes.  Best of all, it transmits alarm information directly to your 2-way radio. You will be pleasantly surprised at the flexibility, efficiency, and low cost of the CrookCatcher.  Additional information is available at www.falcon4u.com/CrookCatcher.pdf. 

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Going to court is time wasting and expensive!  

With the proper tools you can avoid court time by having the proper evidence supporting your officers and department.  This is essentially the function of in-car cameras.  Eagleye takes this capability to the next level.  Not only does Eagleye help keep you out of court, this amazing system offers optional embedded GPS to enhance officer efficiency.  With this feature, an officer can "mark" the exact location where evidence is thrown out of a pursued vehicle.  An optional rear seat camera enhances officer safety and builds evidence when the bad guys place evidence under seat cushions.  A 38 special was found under the rear seat of one police vehicle!  The rear camera is also great for showing what the detainee was doing while being transported.  You may have to go to court, but your chances for winning are a whole lot better with Eagleye!   Additional information is available at www.falcondirect.com/eagleye.

For the first time, you can get a mobile laptop at reasonable cost with features and performance especially designed for the specific needs of law enforcement.  Dell Computer and Falcon Direct have joined together to give you the best value in mobile computing possible.  We even provide THREE FULL YEARS of technical support, next day on-site maintenance, and accident protection.  The special package INCLUDES a top of the line RAM mobile mount that requires no drilling for installation.  For the whole story, visit our special web site at www.info4u.us/mobilepc.  You'll be glad you did!

Wireless connectivity used to mean 2-way radio.  Today, it means a lot more.  We need voice communications to groups or individuals with a high level of security.  We need to track our vehicles and our people for officer safety, enhanced administrative control, and litigation avoidance.  We need to be able to transmit and receive text data for connection with computers.  Motorola recognized this need and came up with a totally new system called MOTOTRBO.  It is compatible with existing UHF radio analog systems as well as operating in a digital mode that doubles channel capacity!  You can learn more about MOTOTRBO at www.falcondirect.com/mototrbo.  

Our new LoudMouth wireless PA system is completely portable for effective crowd notification in times of emergency.  Just set it up and plug it in to a vehicular AC adapter, to standard AC power, or operate for short intervals from an internal rechargeable battery.  A single LoudMouth can cover an entire football field.  Use multiple units if necessary - all controlled by your handheld radio!  The indoor/outdoor speaker provides up to 95 dB of audio (about comparable to a vehicle siren) at 50 feet.  They WILL hear your message! Additional information is available on the Internet at www.usa-radio1.com/prices/loudmouth.

You can pay just about any price you wish for a 2-way radio ranging from a great 16 channel scanning 5 watt radio for as little as $184 (See www.falcondirect.com/tekk).  In public safety, the MINIMUM standard should be MIL-SPEC 810F, top mounted channel selector, 16 channels with priority scan and built in scrambler. Super loud audio with whisper transmit capability and audible channel change annunciation coupled with a 2 year warranty would be nice. And one more thing - it should be LESS than $400!  Want to know more about such a radio?  Go to our web site at www.falcondirect.com/hyt and check out the TC-700.  To place your order for a trial unit, go to www.info4u.us/tryTC700.dot.   You are in for a VERY pleasant surprise!

The idea of bringing together fire/rescue, hospitals, law enforcement, and transportation services is a little more complex than scrapping all of the individual communications systems in favor of a single system provided by a supplier offering only high priced sole source solutions.  The better idea is to allow each user to plan for their own individual needs while considering the need to communicate with other agency/users WHEN REQUIRED.  The common sense approach to disaster planning is known as Interoperable communications.  If you would like to know more about our thinking on this subject, please visit www.falcon4u.com/planning.pdf.

Katrina taught us a lesson, in more ways than one!  Virtually all terrestrial communications systems failed when powers were disrupted or towers damaged.  Cell phones didn't work, trunking radio systems didn't work but there was one system that DID work.  It's called Globalstar, a satellite based communications system capable of handling both voice and data. Every department needs a pair of Globalstar phones for emergency use.  The new GSP1700 pictured at the left costs no more than a good quality portable radio!   AND, for the first time ever, you can get low cost Globalstar service that actually goes DOWN every year through 2009 and remains in effect through 2010.  You start by paying just $49.99 monthly for UNLIMITED voice and data service.  This cost drops to $19.99 per month by 2009 and continues through 2101! Check this out at www.falcon4u.com/globalstar.  

We can show you how to make your schools safer for students & teachers

In the fall of 2006, we developed a concept known as SafeSchools.US.  You can learn more about it at www.safeschools.us.  The program starts with providing rapid alerting capability with local law enforcement agencies in the event of an emergency.  The cost for participation by each school is less than five hundred dollars.  We encourage you to visit the above web site to learn more about this program and to participate with your local school administrators, both public and private, in your area.  We would welcome the opportunity to work with you in developing SafeSchools.US in your area.  There is no cost to you for participating.

What are YOU paying for replacement batteries?

The true cost of a replacement battery isn't just the purchase price!  It starts with quality, performance, and value.  We offer the top brands including Honeywell, Motorola, Multiplier, and Power Products. Better yet, we are now offering the highest quality batteries at great prices and your choice of an 18 or 30 month no hassle warranty.  If you want the best VALUE on replacement batteries for your 2-way radios, please visit www.falcondirect.com/MyBattery.  You'll be glad you did!

Most public safety agencies have standby power or battery backup to provide continued service in the event of an AC power failure.  The problem is how do you know if the generator doesn't start or the batteries have run down on your battery backup system?  The answer is that you need an AC Reporter (ACR).  This incredible gadget sends a voice message over your 2-way radio to report a changed condition (AC switched to battery or vice versa, Generator on or off, or other message suitable for your requirements)  You can learn more about the AC Reporter on the Internet at www.falcondirect.com/ACR. 

So how does vehicle tracking save money?  Actually, several ways.  By monitoring engine performance (one of the benefits of our FleetPulse system), we can generally show savings of around $20K per year even on a small fleet.  So how do we do that?  Go to our special Internet web site at www.falcondirect.com/tracking for more information.  Another major benefit of vehicle tracking is officer safety, and in the case of the FleetPulse system is reduced particle pollution, greater engine life, and the litigation avoidance.  Knowing where your people have been, how fast they drove in getting there, how long they stayed, and how long the engine was left idling can provide immeasurable benefits!

Law enforcement agencies all over the USA are working with us to offer enhanced services to the merchant community.  The Evergreen Alabama Police Department was one of the first departments to sponsor a direct response courtroom security system (www.usa-radio1.com/companion).     Later, they offered similar services to the merchant community (See www.info4u.us/Companion.pdf).  In Raleigh, NC, the Wake County Sheriffs Department is working with WRAL-TV to reduce vandalism at broadcast tower sites (See www.info4u.us/WRALpr.pdf).   If you would like to set up similar programs in your community, just give us a call at 1.800.489.2611. 

Have you heard about
TotalCare Service?

We think service should be discussed BEFORE the sale!  Those who fail to review their service options up front often suffer some major surprises later on.  Are you paying too much for service on your 2-way radios?  Turnaround time for repairs causing you problems?  It doesn't have to be that way!  We'll put a cap on cost and virtually eliminate downtime.  Most major brands are supported including HYT, ICOM, Midland, Motorola, Relm, and TEKK as well as all Falcon Direct products.  For additional information, visit our web site at www.falcondirect.com/service.   

Most of us don't want to spend our time doing product and price research.  We simply want a product that performs the intended function, operates reliably, and is available at a fair price.  We don't want the cheapest price.  We want the BEST price based on true value.  The next time you have a need in wireless, go to www.falcondirect.com/EZ-Quote.dot  
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