Mobile Radios | Apex Radio Systems

Mobile Two Way Radios

Mobile radio refers to a transceiver used for radio communication in vehicles. Radios take power from the car’s electrical system so they are often used by taxi companies, shipping services and logistics.

We offer analogue and digital mobile radios from different brands: Motorola, Hytera, Kenwood, Icom, Sepura and Vertex.

Mobile radio setup is quite complex because it needs special installation as well as Ofcom licence. Do get in touch if you want to order or need any advice on the mobile radios.

VHF vs UHF

Before installing mobile radios you need to know a distinction between VHF (very high frequency) and UHF (ultra high frequency). For instance, VHF radios would fit taxi drivers more as they operate in the open areas. While forklift operators would need UHF version as they operate indoors and UHF can penetrate concrete or steel walls.

Eyes on the road

We regularly install mobile radios in a vehicle’s control panel for drivers who cannot hold a handheld radio while on the road. The setup becomes extremely useful as drivers can pick up the handheld microphone and respond to a call if needed. No distraction while driving.

Even more, some mobile radios have speaker-microphone with a push to talk button and noise cancelling microphones. These reduce the usual driving noise.

Types of antennas

Mobile transceivers need an antenna which connects to the main device. The type of antenna you pick will depend on the type of vehicle you are installing it into. If you need to put it on a metal roof then a Magmount Antenna is best as it simply sticks to the top of the roof. If you need standard coverage then a ¼ Wave Antenna would be a good choice. If you have a GPS style system in place to track location etc. you can get a GPS Antenna.

VHF vs UHF

Eyes on the road

Even more, some mobile radios have speaker-microphone with a push to talk button and noise cancelling microphones. These reduce the usual driving noise.

Types of antennas