Abstract: Granting multiple communication paths for a single talkgroup call for interrupting a transmission or allowing a dispatch operator to listen to multiple units transmitting simultaneously on the same talkgroup call is disclosed. Upon a first unit being keyed, the controller assigns a first communication channel to a call, whereby the first unit begins transmitting using an inbound link of the first communication channel. If a second unit participating in the call is keyed during the call, the controller assigns a second communication channel to the call, and the second unit begins transmitting on the inbound link of the second communication channel. The call information for both transmissions from the first and second units may be simultaneously routed to dispatch consoles monitoring the call. If the controller determines that the first unit should be interrupted, the transmission from the second unit is broadcast by the base sites involved in the call.

Abstract: An apparatus for connecting electrical wires comprising a connector block having three wells, wherein each well receives an electrically conducting wire, and three pins, each having two ends wherein the first end of each pin is removably contained its own well and the second end of each pin is in electrical contact with a pin of an XLR connector. The connector further comprises a plate for removably securing these pins and a body encasing the connector block and the first end of each pin, wherein the connector strip is a terminal strip and allows for the receipt of a second set of electrically conducting wires in contact with each pin and provides an electrical connection to a second audio component so as to effectuate a daisy chain between a multitude of audio components.

Abstract: An apparatus for connecting electrically conducting wires that is easily installed, easily replaced, does not require soldering or crimping, and provides easy connection combined with improved overall performance realized by a solid connection.