Bridging communication between systems and devices
Unites your land mobile radio systems
The VE-PG4 connects almost any modern communication system with the Icom networked product line and much more. Bridge different radio protocols — Icom IDAS™ conventional/trunked systems, wireless LAN, analogue systems, P25, DMR and even SIP phones. Enhance and secure communications for any operation.
All in one box
The VE-PG4 combines RoIP, a SIP gateway, an IP router, an IP-PBX and an IP communication terminal controller in a single unit. Compared with an equivalent system built from several devices, the integrated VE-PG4 is easier to install and administer, with fewer configuration conflicts.
Call recording to a USB drive
Incoming and outgoing calls can be recorded to an external USB device connected to the VE-PG4. Up to four recording settings can be programmed. The call type to record can be set to “All”, “Group” or “Individual” calls. In addition, the “Monitor” function forwards received audio to a selected device.
Desk microphone for base station operation
Connect the optional HM-241 speaker microphone to the front-panel microphone jack of the VE-PG4 for simple base station operation. Built-in echo cancelling and noise reduction enable full-duplex communication with IP advanced radio systems such as the IP100H, IP501H and IP501M.
Location and status information
GPS position and status information from IP501H/IP501M LTE transceivers can be received and forwarded to a PC to track handheld or vehicle radio users.
RC-FS10 remote communicator software
The optional RC-FS10 remote communicator creates a virtual IP radio on a PC and can communicate with land mobile radios, LTE radios and IP communication terminals through the VE-PG4.
Serial pass-through
The serial pass-through function lets you connect a serial device to the VE-PG4 to extend communication between the device and a controlling PC. Virtual serial port software for Windows® PCs is supplied with the VE-PG4.
SIP server and IP-PBX functions
The built-in simple SIP server lets you assign IP phone numbers to extension groups. The VE-PG4 can also connect to an external SIP server as a client. The following IP-PBX settings are programmable:
- Voice phonebook
- DID (direct inward dialling)
- Works with Panasonic KX-UT and KX-HDV series IP phones
- Call log
- Extension presence
- Telephone number routing
- Outside line control
- Caller prioritisation
- Outgoing call restriction
- SIP conferencing
Router functions with VPN tunnelling
The VE-PG4 supports LAN connections, DHCP client, static IP address or PPPoE. The VPN function creates a secure IP tunnel over the Internet.
Half-width 1U form factor
The VE-PG4 takes up only half the width of a 19-inch rack, so it can be installed alongside repeaters, switches and other equipment. LTE (4G)/3G antenna bases with 1.5 m (4.9 ft) cables are supplied, in case the antennas need to be relocated for better reception.
Online firmware updates
The VE-PG4 supports automatic and online firmware updates for remote maintenance. Settings can be backed up and easily restored.
Management functions
- SYSLOG and SNMP
- Telnet and SSH
- Ping and traceroute tests
- Fault monitoring, such as LAN port link loss and SIP server registration errors
- Administrator password
- SNTP server
- Security slot
