History of Ritron

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2019

Radio-To-Intercom Bridge interface device released to enable existing two-way radios to transmit over public address system

2018

Quick Assist® Gen 2 Wireless Shopper Call Button with field programming released

2011

Next Generation Ritron Quick Talk™ and Quick Assist® Voice Alert Transmitter

2010

Introduced next generation embedded RF transceiver series DTX-145/445
US based Class I railroad places order for Tri-Mode VNB Digital NXDN® RCCR locomotive radios
Largest regional railroad in Mexico places order for Dual-Mode RCCR locomotive radios
Major US retailer of crafts and home decor places order for Quick Assist® Callboxes

2009

Introduced Tri-Mode Capable, Very Narrow Band (6.25KHz), Digital NXDN® version of the RCCR locomotive radio.
Class I railroad based in Canada places order for Tri-Mode VNB Digital NXDN® locomotive radios

2008

Introduced RCCR Locomotive Clean Cab Radio. Specialized, heavy-duty 2-way radio provides onboard communication for freight and transit railroad operations. 1-piece model and 2-piece remote head model.
Introduced LPA Series LoudMouth Receiver. Receiver connects to "wired" PA Speaker System, allows 2-way radios (on the same frequency) to make PA announcements over the "wires" speaker systems. Also works with LM Stand-Alone PA System introduced in 2006.

2007

Introduced DTXM radio modem. Radio transceiver and modem in one ultra > small footprint. Provides RS-232 data connection and the following data rates: 19.2bps @ 25kHz, 9600bps @ 12.5kHz, 4800bps @ 6.25kHz.

2006

Introduced LM Series LoudMouth, Wireless "Stand-Alone" PA System - allows receivers/speakers to be located anywhere without trenching. Also eliminates costly re-wiring typically required to replace wired PA speaker system. Allows 2-way radios to make PA annoucements through the wireless receivers/speakers.
Introduced the RPM 60 Series Mobile Radio Line - Small, simple-to-use, and affordable for Wide and/or Narrow Band Frequency Users.
Second research satellite equipped with special Ritron transceivers scheduled for launch in '06.
Re-introduced new version of Teleswitch® Wireless Switch Control System

2005

“5 Watt” Liberty™ Repeater introduced

2004

Research satellite launched into low Earth orbit equipped with special application Ritron transceivers.
Introduced RadioNexus® transceiver for RoIP Apps – connects to a radio gateway or IP Router

2003

DTX Ls Series RF transceivers introduced for OEM applications

2002

Introduced first complete PC programmable “shoe box” size repeater under $1000 “2 Watt” Liberty™ Repeater
Introduced 8 Watt UHF Exciter™ Transceiver for wide-area infrastructure apps
Introduced GateGuard® System – First long-range wireless intercom w/ built-in Access Control capability
Introduced ruggedized OutPost® XT Call Box
Capital investment upgrades capabilities of automated assembly "surface mount" department

2001

Introduced OutPost® Callbox

2000

DTX Plus Series RF Transceivers Introduced for OEM applications
Introduced Quick Assist® I and II Shopper Callboxes

1999

Introduced 454 Series UHF LTR Trunking Capable Portables
Introduced Quick Talk™ Voice Alarm Reporter

1998

Introduced Compact, Desktop Base Station

1996

Technology transfer with Sandia National Labs lays groundwork for RTU RF telemetry product Line

1995

Introduced high performance rack mount UHF RRX Repeater
Ritron building expansion project - manufacturing space doubles

1994

Introduced SST Series portable radios

1992

Introduced Patriot® brand mobile radio. Available in Low Band, VHF, UHF Frequency Bands.

1991

Introduced Patriot® brand portable radio. Available in Low Band, VHF, UHF Frequency Bands.
First fully programmable microprocessor controlled radio products introduced

1990

Capital investment to add robotic manufacturing technique - allows use of miniature components and smaller radios.

1988

NOAA Weather receive feature added to all VHF radios.

1987

Desktop paging system with companion pager receiver

1986

RadioModem® – integrated package included RF transceiver and 1200bps asynchronus modem
JobCom® VOX offers built-In voice activated technology for hands-free communication

1985

Ritron moves to new 35,000 square foot facility
“Responder Plus” Repeater – first full duplex, single board repeater design
Introduced DataFlow®, a 1-Way, radio telemetry system

1984

Introduced Telenexus® Full Duplex Telephone Line Extender - Provided wireless last-mile telephone/fax line solution
Industrial strength cordless telephone system

1983

Developed the industry standard, user-friendly, frequency color-dot system (ie. blue dot, green dot) for Jobcom radio line.
JobCom® brand 2-Way radio. First low-cost, High Quality 2-Way radio designed for the mass market.
VHF & UHF Receivers, Transmitters and Transceivers offered to OEM customers
Introduced TeleSwitch® system - Wireless contact closure control/monitoring

1982