Motorola R2 Portable Two-Way Radio

Many construction and building sites are operating with outdated analog radio systems. Congestion, coverage blackspots and a lack of safety and security features lead to frustration, misunderstandings, productivity slowdowns and situations where employee safety is compromised. Offering superior, crystal-clear audio quality and advanced features; digital handheld UHF radio models are designed to improve and enhance your business practices. New digital systems can incorporate radio gateways that allow users on analog radios to talk with those on the new digital system – enabling a seamless transition from analog to digital on a timetable that suits your budget and business strategy.

The Motorola R2 has configurable audio adjustments and user-selectable audio profiles, making the Motorola R2 ideal for construction site usage. Emergency alert features keep your site safe, whilst the Motorola R2‘s wide system compatibility allows it to operate in busy urban settings and migrate into existing radio fleets.

Whether it’s the factory floor or an expansive manufacturing site, communication over long distances with colleagues is paramount. Find out how we can offer superior crystal-clear audio quality to increase productivity through better communication systems. Many factory sites are operating with outdated analog radio systems – Congestion, coverage black spots and a lack of safety and security features, lead to frustration, misunderstandings, productivity slowdowns and situations where staff safety is compromised. New digital systems can incorporate radio gateways that allow users on analog radios to talk with those on the new digital system – enabling a seamless transition from analog to digital on a timetable that suits your budget and business strategy.

Dual priority scan, extended range direct mode, dual-capacity direct mode, and single site conventional operating systems allow the Motorola R2 to fluently operate across manufacturing sites. MIL-STD standards for thermal shock, drop, and blowing dust and sand ensures the Motorola R2‘s reliability in factory conditions.

In the hospitality industry, efficient communication ensures that your team works cooperatively to provide your guests the best possible experience. Our range of two-way radio solutions for hotels and hospitality provide long-lasting equipment with various IP safety ratings, saving your business on expensive repair costs. Low-profile professional form factors give your team an easy-to-carry instant communication solution that keeps your brand looking sleek for customer-facing hotel and hospitality operations. Secure encryption compatibility keeps your communication private, whilst the efficient one-to-many communication saves your staff time by relaying critical information instantly.

The Motorola R2‘s lightweight 260g ergonomic design and switchable 5/1W VHF and 4/1W UHF power output allows your hotel and hospitality team to communicate efficiently without compromising carrying capacity. First class audio quality from the Motorola R2 makes coordinating emergency response and customer expectations a breeze.

Whether you need to move your fleet from mobile phones to a more robust, feature-rich communications solution; or upgrade your existing analog system to cutting edge digital technology; two-way radio has a solution that will be fit for purpose. The transport, freight and logistics industries are littered with outdated radio systems. Get started on a clearer communication path with superior crystal-clear audio quality to increase productivity through better radio communication systems. The needs of companies in the transportation, freight and logistics sector vary widely, from campus based communications such as airports and courier depots where hand-held and desk-based units are required, to nationwide and wide area networks where the majority of units are likely to be vehicle mounted speaking back to desk-based dispatchers, there is a two-way radio solution for all transportation scenarios. Safety, efficiency and compliance with road safety laws, require that transportation and logistics companies have up-to-date information on the location of their fleet and drivers. The transportation sector benefits especially from advances in GPS technology, integrated into radio equipment that enables staff and vehicles to be tracked for safety and accountability purposes.

For the transport and logistics industry, the Motorola R2 provides a fully functional logistics solution to manage site teams. Equipped with 2 programmable buttons, advanced safety features such as lone-worker and man-down radio systems, and automatically adjustable audio output, the Motorola R2 is ideal for warehouse use.

In the realm of safety, security, and defense, the importance of immediate, clear, and secure communication cannot be overstated. Whether it’s a security team, law enforcement, emergency medical services, or national defense personnel, having a reliable communication system is paramount for ensuring swift and coordinated responses to critical situations.

Security teams rely on the robust performance of the Motorola R2 to respond to critical situations. Basic and enhanced privacy options, dedicated emergency buttons, and Lone-worker/man-down features keeps your team updated on critical situations. Facilitate response times with the Motorola R2 for security personnel.

In the realm of mining, reliable and secure communications is a vital asset for staff safety, effective teamwork, and operational management. National Wireless was the ICCA 2022 Winner of Best Use of Critical Communications in Mining, Oil & Gas. Two-way communications are already an integral part of radio operations on most mine sites, and oil and gas rigs. In today’s competitive industrial environment maximising productivity is essential whilst ensuring the safety of all staff working in these high exposure situations. Communications must be reliable, secure and flexible.

In mining, oil, and gas sites, the Motorola R2 coordinates sites, bolsters safety, connects teams, and improves efficiency. The Motorola R2 is equipped with noise suppression and loud audio, making it an essential tool for communication in noise-rich environments. The Motorola R2 adapts to diverse work conditions, making it a vital asset across industries where clear, reliable, and durable communication is non-negotiable.

The Motorola R2 offers extensive frequency compatibility to meet the diverse communication needs of modern industries. Supporting both UHF and VHF bands, the Motorola R2 ensures reliable performance across varied environments, from open rural areas to dense urban landscapes. Whether your team operates on analog or digital systems, the Motorola R2 facilitates seamless communication by offering dual-mode operation, allowing a smooth transition from legacy systems to advanced digital networks. Additionally, its compatibility with trunked systems and wideband coverage provides flexible options for expanding coverage and enhancing connectivity, making the Motorola R2 an adaptable choice for organizations of all sizes.

Analog technology is a legacy method of communication that enables the transmission of voice between users over dedicated frequencies. While analog technology has served its purpose effectively for decades, it is rapidly being replaced by digital technology, which offers enhanced clarity, security, and efficiency in communication. Digital technology also provides for the ability to incorporate data protocols, whereas analog operation is typically voice communication only. Nevertheless, analog technology remains a critical part of the legacy infrastructure for many land mobile radio systems, particularly in regions where digital upgrades may still be pending.

Digital technology represents a modern approach to wireless communication. Unlike analog technology, which uses continuous waveforms, digital technology encodes voice and data into discrete, binary code. This transformation allows for more efficient and secure transmission of information over radio waves. Digital technology offers several advantages, including improved voice clarity, reduced interference, and the ability to transmit data alongside voice communication. It also enables advanced features like encryption for secure conversations, GPS tracking for location services, and the integration of various applications for enhanced functionality. Digital technology has become the standard for many public safety agencies, commercial businesses, and organizations relying on reliable and efficient communication in their operations, making it a crucial component of modern land mobile radio systems.

The Motorola R2 is designed for seamless programming and updates, offering flexibility through advanced tools and wireless connectivity. National Wireless can program and configure the Motorola R2 to suit your site needs, either individually or in bulk, ensuring consistency across fleets. The Motorola R2 is compatible with direct mode (radio to radio), simple repeater systems, and optional capacity plus.

A man-down alarm is designed to detect when a user becomes incapacitated or unable to respond due to a fall, injury, or other emergency. Activated automatically by sensors within the radio, the man-down alarm sends an immediate distress signal to other users, alerting them to the user’s condition and location. In industries such as construction, manufacturing, and healthcare, where workers may encounter hazardous conditions or work alone in remote areas, man-down alarms play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and well-being of personnel.

How does it work: 

Man-down alarms can be automated with an “integrated accelerometer”, which sends out an alarm if the radio is tipped more than 45 degrees for over 30 seconds, indicating a fall or an emergency. This also applies to a lack of movement in an area for a prolonged period, or if a device exceeds a set boundary.

Radio dedicated emergency buttons are quick access instant-communication prompts located on a large variety of two-way radios. By pressing the button, end users can provide fleet-wide alerts, requesting assistance or warning others of potential hazards. custom programming can change this feature to alert site operators directly, switch end users to dedicated emergency channels, or provide audible assistance requests. The rapid response and easy navigation of emergency buttons make them in indispensable feature in high-activity workplaces and can provide timely, user-dedicated responses to emergency situations.

How does it work:

Emergency buttons provide override prompts to an entire radio network, this can function in the form of direct messaging, side-wide notifications, audio alerts, and other forms. This button continues the alert for extended periods.

Large site operations face increased risk as a result of their broader activities and numerous staff. National Wireless programmed customised alerts allow operators to efficiently manage large scale emergency operations with dedicated audio files, visual alerts, and dedicated channels for each situation. Watch our tech team’s demonstration on operating multiple emergency alert tones for large mine sites.

How does it work:

Customised programmable alerts provide audio/visual updates which can be sent to an entire fleet from dedicated control operators. We can program which radio roles have permission to post these alerts, the nature of the notification.

All electrical devices run the risk of sparking or heating up and catching aflame. However, an intrinsically safe device is built to prevent this risk. Using intrinsically safe devices becomes increasingly important when exposed to hazardous substances such as ignitable fibres, flammable gases, vapours, or liquids, where an exposed flame from your device won’t only be bad for the device itself, but to you and your entire team.

Intrinsically safe radio systems work by reducing the risk of sparking by fully encapsulating the radio’s battery circuitry, using anti-static material for battery casings, providing stored energy limitation within the radio circuit preventing internal sparking or overheating, and using component and conductor spacing to prevent short-circuiting by dust or water.

Intrinsically safe radio models are capable of providing all features and performance response of non-intrinsically safe models.