The Police Chief keeps you on the cutting edge of law enforcement technology with monthly product announcements. Items about new or improved products are based on news releases supplied by manufacturers and distributors; IACP endorsement is in no way implied.

Ultraviolet crosslinker for sanitization of forensic tools

Spectronics Corporation manufactures a wide variety of high-quality, industry-recognized ultraviolet products that help investigators and forensic laboratory specialists solve a multitude of crimes. The Spectroline XL-1500 Spectrolinker UV crosslinker is ideal for UV sanitization of tools, devices, and work surfaces in the forensic laboratory. Its short wave UV (254 nm) tubes provide efficient reagent decontamination, including carryover contamination, while preserving PCR amplification of minute quantities of DNA. It’s equipped with a programmable, “smart,” user-friendly microprocessor controller and also features an auto-repeat function, four operation modes, an LED-function indicator, and a color-coded keypad.

For more information visit, www.spectroline.com.

Rugged detachable laptop

Panasonic announces the Toughbook 20. Combining the best features of a laptop and tablet, the new device is ideal for field workers that need a highly mobile computing solution and the ability to reliably capture large amounts of data. The Toughbook 20 is purpose-built for challenging environments, including those encountered by public safety and defense personnel. It features 6th Generation Intel CoreTM vProTM processor technology, 128GB SSD, 8GB RAM, and the choice of Windows 10 Pro or Windows 7 Professional (available through downgrade). The Panasonic Toughbook 20 offers six usage modes, including presentation mode, convertible mode, carry mode, and vehicle mode.

For more information, visit http://us.panasonic.com/toughbook/20.

Body-worn camera

AEE Technology announces the P60 body camera. The rugged and high-quality camera brings advanced features for the most demanding situations and supports interphone/intercom equipment such as walkie-talkies, allowing pairing with communication devices. Video or photo can be broadcasted on a smart device such as a phone or tablet up to 300 feet away. Motion detection recording initiates when movement is detected. It features eight hours of continuous recording on each battery charge. The camera captures high-definition images and video and has an ultra-wide angle lens to capture more of the shot. The camera has storage space of 32 GB.

For more information, visit www.aeeusa.com/p60.

Mobile survey system

Teledyne Optech introduces the latest model of its Lynx mobile lidar system, the survey-grade Optech Lynx SG-S. The Optech Lynx SG-S mobile survey system hits the right balance between price and performance for most transportation applications. The Lynx SG-S pairs Teledyne Optech’s powerful lidar technology with a best-in-class position and orientation system to produce 3D data with survey-grade precision from a vehicle moving at highway speeds. With the lidar sensor, 360° Ladybug camera, and GNSS antenna all placed on a single, compact platform, field operators can remove and reinstall the system quickly without affecting boresight parameters.

For more information, visit www.teledyneoptech.com.

Red dot reflex sight

Hartman Ltd. offers the red dot reflex sight: the MH1. Designed to meet the rigorous demands of worldwide armed forces, law enforcement, and sportsmen alike, it breaks new ground in field of view, reticle design, quick reaction, user interface, and battery efficiency. The reticle helps keep the firearm on a vertical plane using balancing lines at 3 and 9 o’clock with a centered red dot and is also designed to always stay on target independently of the operator’s eye location in the MH1 window. Its design allows operators to attach additional magnifiers or night vision devices behind the sight.

For more information, visit www.commandarms.com.

In-car multi-touch display

Data911 introduces a multi-touch display specifically designed for emergency vehicles. Data911 has been working with a group of law enforcement and fire service agencies to beta test the next evolution to its M7 Display, the M7+ Multi-Touch Display. Beneficial features and functions of the new 12-inch M7+ Display include the zero bezel (edge-to-edge) multi-touch screen; five-finger touch, including the gloved fingers of public safety personnel; compatibility with Data911’s optional non-powered stylus; and three dedicated, programmable, backlit buttons. These buttons can be used for functions such as emergency calls, toggling between applications, Stealth Mode, Monitor Blank, and more. Its integrated Bluetooth transceiver supports wireless keyboards, fingerprint readers, and other Bluetooth devices without the need for an additional antenna.

For more information, visit www.Data911.com.

Raid equipment van

The Armored Group (TAG) introduces the Raid Equipment Van (REV), primarily developed to offer a smaller, discreet platform that can rapidly deploy four to six operators and also house an abundance of gear. The REV is just one in a series of new vehicles that TAG has introduced and is available on multiple platforms. These include the GMC and Chevrolet Cargo Vans, Ford Transit, Nissan, Dodge ProMaster, and Mercedes Sprinter Vans. Standard build is non-armored, but does have an available NIJ III/B6 armor package that can be added. Base package layout includes siren and PA system, weapons locker, rear HVAC system, power inverter system, plug in strips/outlets, and other features.

For more information, visit www.armoredcars.com.