N4x4R Comms Strategy
“Control, Control…”

Communications
Northants 4X4 Response

Layered approach

One deployment, several ways to talk

We may use a single communication mechanism or several on a deployment.

By default

All deployments use your mobile phone and Zello.

Please read each of these sections to understand how each layer works and when we use it.

Default on every deployment Added when needed
Control Calling…
Layer 1

Mobile phone

Primary comms for reaching Responders and Control.

Learn more about using your mobile phone
HOLD TO TALK CONTROL
Layer 2

Zello

Zello is a realtime VOIP walkie-talkie on your phone.

  • Allows you to talk instantly to a Group or to an individual.
  • Lets Control talk to you in real time.
Learn more about using Zello
CH 03 CH 03 No network needed
Layer 3

Radio communications

Resilient radio comms that don't need a mobile phone or data network.

  • Handheld and vehicle radios.
  • Analogue and digital modes.
Learn more about using radio