# Skymira > Skymira provides Radio over IP (RoIP) solutions that extend two-way radio communications over satellite and cellular networks, eliminating coverage gaps for public safety, utilities, and emergency response teams. ## About Skymira is a provider of RoIP (Radio over IP) technology with 25+ years of experience in satellite communications. We connect land mobile radios (LMR) to IP networks including low-earth-orbit satellites like Starlink, cellular LTE, and traditional satellite, enabling push-to-talk (PTT) communications anywhere. **Core Capabilities:** - Satellite-enabled RoIP that works beyond cellular coverage - P25 IP Relay for secure government and public safety communications - Multi-orbit satellite redundancy for mission-critical reliability - Integration with existing radio infrastructure (Motorola, BK/KNG, Pyramid) - GSA Advantage vendor (contract #47QTCA22D004K) **Contact:** https://www.skymira.com/contact **Location:** Connecticut, USA ## Technical Glossary - **RoIP (Radio over IP):** Push-to-talk radio communications transmitted over internet protocol networks, extending range beyond traditional RF limitations. Similar to VoIP but for two-way radios. - **P25 (Project 25):** Digital radio standard used by public safety agencies in North America for interoperable, encrypted voice and data. - **PTT (Push-to-Talk):** Half-duplex communication where users press a button to transmit. Standard method for two-way radio. - **LMR (Land Mobile Radio):** Traditional two-way radio systems used by organizations for field communications. - **RF Network Gaps:** Areas where traditional radio signals cannot reach due to terrain, distance, or infrastructure. - **OTAR (Over-the-Air Rekeying):** Secure remote encryption key changes for radios. Traditionally requires network coverage. - **Interoperability:** Ability for different radio systems, brands, and frequencies to communicate together. - **PACE Plan:** Military communication redundancy methodology — Primary, Alternate, Contingency, Emergency. - **FirstNet:** Nationwide U.S. public safety LTE broadband network. ## Products ### Skymira P25 IP Relay (P25-IPR) - [Product Page](https://www.skymira.com/skymira-p25-ip-relay): Creates secure, portable P25 networks over any IP connection. Enables off-network OTAR, GPS tracking, and full P25 functionality anywhere. - [P25-IPR vs. Motorola DVRS](https://www.skymira.com/blog/not-just-another-dvrs-skymira-p25-ipr-vs-motorola-dvrs): Comparison showing P25-IPR advantages over traditional DVRS solutions. ### GoKIT Portable RoIP - [Product Page](https://www.skymira.com/gokit): Rapidly deployable RoIP gateway for field operations. Plug-and-play interoperability between different radio systems. ### Explorer 323 - [Product Page](https://www.skymira.com/explorer-323): Satellite-based PTT and GPS tracking platform supporting satellite, LTE, LMR, and LAN networks. Successor to MSAT-G2. ### Vocality RoIP Gateway - [Product Page](https://www.skymira.com/vocality-roip-gateway): Enterprise gateway connecting different radio brands and types for maximum interoperability. ### Smartphone PTT - [Solution Page](https://www.skymira.com/smartphone-push-to-talk): Integrates smartphones, tablets, and computers into existing LMR networks as push-to-talk devices. ### SkyGPS Plus - [Product Page](https://www.skymira.com/skygps-plus-p25-radio-gps-tracking): Real-time GPS tracking for P25 radios with API integration for CAD systems. ## Understanding RoIP ### Fundamentals - [What Is RoIP?](https://www.skymira.com/blog/what-is-roip): RoIP is PTT communication over the internet, enabling reliable radio communication without dead zones by routing signals over IP networks. - [How Does Two-Way Radio Over Internet Work?](https://www.skymira.com/blog/how-does-two-2-radio-over-internet-work): Technical explanation of internet-based radio communications. - [What Are the 3 RoIP Configurations?](https://www.skymira.com/blog/what-are-the-3-roip-configurations): Fixed site (hub-and-spoke), mobile (vehicle-based), and portable (deployable) configurations explained. ### Comparisons - [LTE-Based PTT vs. RoIP Solutions](https://www.skymira.com/blog/lte-based-ptt-vs-roip-solutions): Why satellite-enabled RoIP outperforms cellular-only PTT in coverage and reliability. - [Top 5 Misconceptions about Satellite RoIP](https://www.skymira.com/blog/top-5-misconceptions-about-satellite-roip): Common myths about satellite RoIP debunked. ### Starlink Integration - [How to Use Starlink with P25 Radios](https://www.skymira.com/blog/how-to-use-starlink-with-p25-radios): Guide to filling P25 network gaps with Starlink satellite connectivity. - [How Agencies Can Afford RoIP with Starlink](https://www.skymira.com/blog/how-state-and-local-agencies-can-finally-afford-roip-with-starlink): Starlink's lower costs make satellite RoIP accessible to state and local agencies. ## Industries Served ### Public Safety & Emergency Response - [Emergency Comms Preparedness Checklist](https://www.skymira.com/blog/checklist-emergency-comms-preparedness): Evaluate your network's disaster readiness. - [Do You Have a PACE Plan?](https://www.skymira.com/blog/do-you-have-a-pace-plan-to-keep-your-critical-comms-connected): Military-grade redundancy planning for critical communications. - [What If FirstNet Goes Down?](https://www.skymira.com/blog/what-can-you-do-if-firstnet-goes-down): Backup solutions when public safety broadband fails. ### Electric Utilities - [Case Study: Missoula Electric Cooperative](https://www.skymira.com/blog/case-study-how-missoula-electric-coop-chose-skymira-for-improved-radio-connectivity): How MEC solved VHF interference using Starlink and SkyPTT Gateways. ### Wildland Fire - [GPS Tracking for Wildland Fires](https://www.skymira.com/blog/how-skymiras-gps-tracking-can-help-fight-wildland-fires): GPS tracking and CAD integration for firefighter accountability. - [Dingell Act Compliance](https://www.skymira.com/blog/gps-tracking-made-simple-dingell-act-compliance-nifc-cooperation): Meeting NIFC tracking requirements. ### Border Security & Federal - [Operations at the Border](https://www.skymira.com/blog/gokit-roip-for-remote-radio-communication-device-solution): Solving multi-agency interoperability and coverage gaps. ### Disaster Recovery - [Hurricane Helene Lessons](https://www.skymira.com/blog/one-year-after-helene-have-you-disaster-proofed-your-comms): How communications blackouts hampered response efforts. - [Bahamas Hurricane Dorian Case Study](https://www.skymira.com/blog/how-the-bahamas-motorola-lmr-will-survive-the-next-hurricane): How satellite RoIP maintained comms when towers were destroyed. ## Partnerships - **Verizon:** [Partnership Announcement](https://www.skymira.com/verizon-partners-with-skymira-radios) — LMR integration with Verizon's nationwide network. - **Intelsat:** [Partnership Announcement](https://www.skymira.com/blog/intelsat-partners-with-skymira-to-provide-no-fail-coverage-for-p25-radios) — Multi-orbit satellite coverage for P25. - **Pyramid Communications:** [Partnership Announcement](https://www.skymira.com/blog/starlink-for-pyramid-pyramid-partners-with-skymira) — Satellite and interoperability for Pyramid users. - **GSA Advantage:** Contract #47QTCA22D004K with Cooperative Purchasing and Disaster Recovery programs. ## FAQ **Q: Can Skymira work with my existing radios?** A: Yes. Skymira gateways integrate with existing LMR infrastructure from Motorola, BK/KNG, Pyramid, and others without replacing radios. **Q: What networks does Skymira support?** A: Starlink, traditional GEO satellites, cellular LTE (Verizon, FirstNet), and local area networks. Multi-orbit redundancy available. **Q: Is Skymira available for government purchase?** A: Yes. GSA Advantage contract #47QTCA22D004K with state/local purchasing programs. **Q: What's the difference between RoIP and cellular PTT?** A: Cellular PTT is limited by cellular coverage. RoIP 2.0 adds satellite connectivity for truly gapless coverage even in remote areas or after disasters. **Q: How fast can solutions be deployed?** A: GoKIT portable systems deploy in minutes. Fixed installations require standard network setup. ## Resources - [Solutions Overview](https://www.skymira.com/solutions): Complete portfolio of RoIP solutions. - [RoIP](https://www.skymira.com/roip): Radio over IP service solutions to solve coverage gaps on radio networks. - [Blog](https://www.skymira.com/blog): Technical articles, case studies, and industry insights. - [Downloads](https://www.skymira.com/downloads): Product documentation and resources. - [Events](https://www.skymira.com/events): Trade shows and conferences. - [XML Sitemap](https://www.skymira.com/sitemap.xml): Complete URL index.