U.S. Navy Upgrading to Next-Gen LRAD with 1.8M Add-On Order

The LRAD 1000Xi is a power efficient, long-range communication system designed for critical infrastructure protection, territorial water, border and port security, and large vessel and vehicle installations.

Genasys, a global leader in critical communications systems solutions, recently named a Multiple Award Finalist in the 2021 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Program, has announced a $1.8 million LRAD systems order from the U.S. Navy under a three-year indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract announced in June 2020.

The Navy has chosen to upgrade their first-generation LRADs to the 2021 ‘ASTORS’ Award Finalist for Best Long Range Acoustic Hailing System, the next-generation LRAD 1000Xi system.*

LONGER RANGE SYSTEM FOR EXTENDED COMMUNICATION

The LRAD 1000Xi broadcasts powerful deterrent tones and exceptionally clear voice messages up to 3,000 meters to provide extended critical infrastructure protection, coastal, border, port and maritime security, and helicopter and larger vessel/vehicle-mounted defense applications.

LRAD 1000Xi

Featuring rugged military construction and a carbon fiber emitter head with integrated electronics and amplification, the LRAD 1000Xi has an MP3 Control Module for local activation of recorded messages or all-weather, live microphone use, and also enables full operation from a remote location.

DIRECTIONALITY, POWER & RANGE

  • Powerful, intelligible voice communications up to 3,000 meters

  • Safely communicate beyond standoff distances to determine intent

  • Variable beam width for extended coverage

  • Focused, directional broadcasts for targeted communication

  • Creates instant acoustic standoff perimeter

FEATURES

  • Rugged military tested construction

LRAD 1000Xi
Stand sold separately
  • Low power requirements

  • All-weather use

  • Simple to operate – increased coverage with single operator

  • Safer alternative to non-lethal and kinetic measures ›

  • HD Camera (optional) – Quick connect/disconnect camera and mount for recording video and audio during LRAD operation

  • Includes 4GB micro SDHC for up to 210 minutes of date and time-stamped recordings

The LRAD 1000Xi is a power-efficient, long-range communication system designed to deliver audible hails, warnings, notifications, and commands from close range out to 3,000 meters.

The superior voice intelligibility and extended frequency range of the LRAD 1000Xi ensure voice messages and warning tones are clearly delivered to enhance response capabilities with safe, scalable escalation of force.

Richard S. Danforth, Chief Executive Officer of Genasys Inc.
Richard S. Danforth, Chief Executive Officer of Genasys Inc.

“The Navy’s ongoing replacement of first-generation LRAD systems, many of which have been in service in extreme maritime conditions for more than a decade, attests to the rugged reliability of our long-range communication systems,” explains Richard S. Danforth, Chief Executive Officer of Genasys Inc.

“In addition to the Navy, 27 international naval forces also use LRAD systems for ship self-defense, the establishment of vessel exclusion zones and restricted areas, port and harbor security, search and rescue operations, and boarding and interdiction missions.”

(See why LRAD is the system of choice for Law Enforcement Agencies to communicate critical information, warnings, and messages. Courtesy of Genasys Inc. and YouTube.)

Genasys™ is a global provider of critical communications systems and solutions that help keep people safe, by providing a multi-channel approach to deliver geo-targeted alerts, notifications, instructions and information before, during and after public safety threats and critical business events.

The Company’s unified critical communications platform includes Genasys Emergency Management (GEM) applications, National Emergency Warning Systems (NEWS), Integrated Mass Notification Systems (IMNS), LRAD® long-range voice broadcast systems, Zonehaven™ public safety software, and more.

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Genasys systems are actively in service in more than 100 countries in a range of diverse applications, including public safety, emergency warning, mass notification, critical event management, defense, law enforcement, homeland security, and other applications.

For additional information, please visit genasys.com.

*2021 ‘ASTORS’ Award Winners will be announced LIVE at the 2021 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Banquet Luncheon on Wednesday, Nov. 17th, 2021 at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in NYC during ISC East. Special Early Luncheon Registration Discount Ends November 1.

Genasys Inc. Named a Finalist in 2021 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards

In addition to your gourmet, plated meal, entree of choice, and signed copy of Bill Bratton’s New Book ‘The Profession’ - your 2021 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Luncheon Registration includes Complimentary attendee access to ISC East, the leading event for the Northeast’s security and public safety community, the inaugural Natural Disaster and Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo, and the ASIS NYC SECURITY CONFERENCE & EXPO on November 17th & 18th at the Jacob Javitz Center in New York City.
In addition to your gourmet, plated meal, and your entree of choice, the first 100 registered attendees will receive a signed copy of Bill Bratton’s New Book ‘The Profession’. 2021 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Luncheon Registration also includes Complimentary attendee access to ISC East, the leading event for the Northeast’s security and public safety community, the inaugural Natural Disaster and Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo, and the ASIS NYC SECURITY CONFERENCE & EXPO on November 17th & 18th at the Jacob Javitz Center in New York City.

Special Early Luncheon Registration Discount Ends November 1

American Security Today’s ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards program is today in its Sixth Year and continues to recognize the Outstanding Innovations of top firms and agencies in the Homeland Security and Public Safety fields.

The Annual ‘ASTORS’ Awards is the preeminent U.S. Homeland Security Awards Program highlighting the most cutting-edge and forward-thinking security solutions coming onto the market today, to ensure our readers have the information they need to stay ahead of the competition, and keep our Nation safe – one facility, street, and city at a time.

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Administer, David Pekoske
David Pekoske, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Administer

American Security Today is pleased to announce TSA Administrator  David Pekoske, will join the organization as a featured speaker at the 2021 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Presentation Luncheon, on November 17, 2021 at ISC East in New York City.

“On the heels of an unprecedented global pandemic, continued unrest in our cities and potentially catastrophic cyberattacks on our nations critical infrastructure, the focus of the 2021 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Luncheon will be on the latest, state-of-the-art innovations that are driving investments in new public security and safety technologies and systems,” said AST Editorial and Managing Director Tammy Waitt.

“As a recognized expert in crisis management, strategic planning, innovation and aviation, surface transportation and maritime security, David Pekoske’s message highlighting his top priorities and challenges for the TSA based on his years of wide-ranging experience will be critical to our attendees internalizing the critical nature of these escalating challenges, and realizing innovative new approaches to meet them.”

The 2021 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program is Proudly Sponsored by AMAROK, Fortior Solutions  and SIMS Software, along with Returning Premier Sponsors ATI SystemsAttivo Networks, Automatic Systems, and Reed Exhibitions.

At ISC East 2021 you with the opportunity to interact with a broad array of security industry professionals.

The 2019 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Luncheon featured an impassioned and compelling keynote address by William (Bill) Bratton, former police commissioner of the NYPD twice, the BPD, and former chief of the LAPD, on the history of policing in America focused on the evolution of critical communication capabilities in our post 9/11 landscape.

ISC East works closely with other businesses in the security and public safety space to help bring together the Northeast’s largest security trade show each year.

In collaboration with premier sponsor SIA (Security Industry Association) and in partnership with ASIS NYC, ISC East is proud to work with and be supported by various associations, trade publications, charities, and more.

Therefore, the ISC audience of security dealers, installers, integrators, consultants, corporate, government and law enforcement/first responder practitioners will be joined by the ASIS NYC audience of major corporate managerial-through-director-level national and global security executives.

The combination of one-on-one conversations with the industry’s top innovators,  integrators and security executives, special events, high-quality education and training, and strong support from industry associations, will allow attendees to learn and evaluate solutions from leading security exhibitors and brands. 

The 2019 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program surpassed expectations with a record number of nominations received from industry leaders and government agencies, and drew over 200 attendees to the ‘ASTORS’ Awards Presentation Banquet – an exclusive gourmet luncheon and networking opportunity which filled to capacity, before having to turn away late registrants.

With the integration of the Natural Disaster and Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo, the show is moving even further into our reader’s wheelhouse!

With the integration of the Natural Disaster and Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo, the show is moving even further into our reader's wheelhouse! Your ‘ASTORS’ Awards Luncheon registration includes complimentary attendee access to both ISC East - and NDEM!
ISC East the leading event for the Northeast’s security and public safety community, and home of the Annual ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Luncheon, is colocating with the inaugural Natural Disaster and Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo on November 17th & 18th at the Jacob Javitz Center in New York City.

Your ‘ASTORS’ Awards Luncheon registration includes complimentary attendee access to ISC East, NDEM and the ASIS NYC Security Conference and Expo!

Thank take advantage of this exclusive luncheon opportunity to take a break from the show – Invite your team, guests, clients and show visitors to a lovely and affordable plated meal event in the heart of New York City, for a fabulous networking opportunity!

Special Early Luncheon Registration Discount Ends November 1

Go to https://americansecuritytoday.com/product/awards-luncheon/ to secure your seat or reserve a table.

***Early Registration Discount Ends November 1. Limited space available so Register Today. There will be no on-site registrations.

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The traditional security marketplace has long been covered by a host of publications putting forward the old school basics to what is Today – a fast changing security landscape.

American Security Today is uniquely focused on the broader Homeland Security & Public Safety marketplace with over 75,000 readers at the Federal, State and local levels of government as well as firms allied to government.

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The AST Digital Publications is distributed to over 75,000 qualified government and homeland security professionals in federal, state and local levels.

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AST Reaches both Private & Public Experts, essential to meeting these new challenges.

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AST provides a full plate of topics in our AST Monthly Magazine Editions, AST Website and AST Daily News Alerts, covering 23 Vital Sectors such as Access Control, Perimeter Protection, Video Surveillance/Analytics, Airport Security, Border Security, CBRNE Detection, Border Security, Ports, Cybersecurity, Networking Security, Encryption, Law Enforcement, First Responders, Campus Security, Security Services, Corporate Facilities, and Emergency Response among others.

AST has Expanded readership into integral Critical Infrastructure audiences such as Protection of Nuclear Facilities, Water Plants & Dams, Bridges & Tunnels, and other potential targets of terrorism.

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The Annual CHAMPIONS edition includes a review of the ‘ASTORS’ Award Winning products and programs, highlighting key details on many of the winning firms products and services, includes video interviews and more.

It is your Go-To source throughout the year for ‘The Best of 2020 Products and Services‘ endorsed by American Security Today, and can satisfy your agency’s and organization’s most pressing Homeland Security and Public Safety needs.

From Physical Security (Access Control, Critical Infrastructure, Perimeter Protection and Video Surveillance Cameras and Video Management Systems), to IT Security (Cybersecurity, Encryption, Data Storage, Anti-Malware and Networking Security – Just to name a few), the 2020 ‘ASTORS’ CHAMPIONS EDITION has what you need to Detect, Delay, Respond to, and Mitigate today’s real-time threats in our constantly evolving security landscape.

It also includes featured guest editorial pieces from some of the security industry’s most respected leaders, and recognized firms in the 2020 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program.

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