Nomad Digital Enables Live CCTV Communications for Capitol Corridor.LONDON & OAKLAND, Calif. -- Nomad Digital, providers of specialist mobility networks, completed a successful demonstration of the first US wireless closed circuit television (CCTV CCTV abbr. closed-circuit television CCTV closed-circuit television ) communication from on-board a passenger train, using WiMAX as the backhaul, for the Capitol Corridor “Amtrak Capitols” redirects here. For the Amtrak line connecting Washington, D.C. and Chicago, see Capitol Limited (Amtrak). The Capitol Corridor is a 172-mile (275 km) passenger train route operated by Amtrak in California. Joint Powers Authority A Joint Powers Authority (JPA) is an institution permitted under the laws of some states of the USA, whereby two or more public authorities (e.g. local governments, or utility or transport districts) can operate collectively. (CCJPA CCJPA Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority (California) ). The proof of concept (POC (Proof Of Concept) See PoC exploit. POC - Point Of Contact ) was conducted on a moving train on Saturday, 3 February 2007, and the uninterrupted high-speed communication was enabled by Nomad's unique wireless technology. Jim Allison, Principal Planner, CCJPA commented: "We set up very high thresholds in terms of bandwidth and applications to be tested on the system and are pleased to see that the results exceeded those thresholds. We wanted a simulated safety and security test with video to and from the train, and test additional operational and passenger applications. With the successful test using Nomad Digital's system we are confident that there is a system out there that meets our operational and customer needs." The success of the demonstration, conducted by Nomad Digital, proves that aside from enabling rail operators to upgrade their safety and security systems, the technology also allows them to achieve improved operational efficiency through real-time ticket transactions, train diagnostic data, food sales and inventory and other miscellaneous communications. In addition, train operators will be able to increase passenger ridership and improve passengers' experience on board trains by offering wireless DSL DSL in full Digital Subscriber Line Broadband digital communications connection that operates over standard copper telephone wires. It requires a DSL modem, which splits transmissions into two frequency bands: the lower frequencies for voice (ordinary , enabling them to utilise seamless broadband connection for all Internet applications. Nigel Wallbridge, Chairman and Joint-Founder, Nomad Digital, comments: "We have just made a 'killer application' a reality! This POC demonstration shows the extensive capabilities that our cutting edge technology can bring to the railway community worldwide." Nomad is already established in providing advanced WiFi services on board trains across the UK and North America. Prestigious contract wins in 2006 with Virgin Trains and the Heathrow Express have helped establish Nomad Digital's global footprint. Already 2007 has seen the opening of Nomad's global headquarters in Newcastle (UK) and its expansion into Asia. Test Methodology The POC was conducted for Capitol Corridor. A CCTV camera was installed at trackside track·side n. The area near a track, especially a racetrack. near a train station and used WiMAX technology for connectivity to the train. CCTV video, streamed from the trackside to the train, proved to be of sufficient quality to be used for general safety measurements. In addition trackside CCTV, in particular images from dangerous grade level crossings, forwarded straight to the train engineer, allowed him to anticipate any potential obstructions on the track prior to reaching the actual station. In the other direction - from the train to the shore - CCTV video stream could be sent to the management centre, and in case of danger situations, law enforcement agencies A law enforcement agency (LEA) is a term used to describe any agency which enforces the law. This may be a local or state police, federal agencies such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) or the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). would be able to react in a timely fashion. The total bandwidth demonstrated during the trial was sufficient for CCTV and the other applications CCJPA/BART is envisioning to use on their trains. Notes to editors: WiMax is a fixed-wireless technology based on the 802.16 standard, allows for high speed connectivity of up to 49 Mbps bi-directionally to and from the train. About Nomad Digital (www.nomadrail.com) UK based Nomad Digital is a privately owned company which was formed in early 2002 by Graeme Lowdon and Nigel Wallbridge. Nomad Digital is focused on the provision of specialty mobility networks and was first company in UK to trial WiFi on board trains. Nomad has developed the world's first deployment of a communication system to trains using IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, New York, www.ieee.org) A membership organization that includes engineers, scientists and students in electronics and allied fields. 802.16 (WiMax) and is the largest operator of a pre-WiMax network in the UK. About Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority (CCJPA) manages the service with the assistance of the San Francisco Bay Area “Bay Area” redirects here. For other uses, see Bay Area (disambiguation). The San Francisco Bay Area, colloquially known as the Bay Area or The Bay Rapid Transit District (BART), who provides the day-to-day management staff. In partnership with the CCJPA, Amtrak Amtrak, the National Railroad Passenger Corp., authorized to operate virtually all intercity passenger railroad routes in the United States. Amtrak was created by Congress in 1970 in response to more than two decades of continuous operating deficits by privately run operates and supports the trains and feeder bus service. The Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority partners with Amtrak, Union Pacific Railroad Union Pacific Railroad, transportation company chartered (1862) by Congress to build part of the nation's first transcontinental railroad line. Under terms of the Pacific Railroads Act, the Union Pacific was authorized to build a line westward from Omaha, Nebr. , Caltrans and the collective communities comprising the CCJPA to continue development of a cost-effective, viable and safe intercity passenger rail service. For information, visit www.capitolcorridor.org. |
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