Entel DT985FF Fire Fighter Portable Radio MED, ATEX - UHF

About the Entel DT985FF Fire Fighter Portable Radio

The industrial grade DTEx Fire Fighter Series of Two Way Radios have been designed to meet the latest MED standard implementation regulation MED/5.20 and European ATEX directive.

The ultra durable fire red coloured DTEx Series sets the benchmark for next generation MED compliant Firefighter Radios. Standard features of the Radio include both Analogue and Digital modes of operation, High visibility OLED Display, High Torque Ergonomic Controls that have been designed for gloved hand use and industry leading IP68 - Submersible in up to 2 metres of water for up to 4 hours, providing 100% reliability even in the most extreme conditions.

Loud and Clear Audio

Using the latest noise reduction technology, DTEx Portable Radios deliver loud and inteligible audio, this is essential when working in high ambient noise environments.

IP68 - 2 Metres - 4 Hours - Submersible

The DTEx Series are the most submersible Radio's on the market, with an IP68 rating that ensures protection against corrosion and hazards in extremely wet environments. The Radio can be submerged in up to 2 metres of water for up to 4 hours, making it ideal for users who need a reliable and durable Radio that can withstand harsh conditions.

Intrinsically Safe Approved ATEX Approved IIC

The DT900FF Series of ATEX certified portables meet IIC gas group, the most stringent ATEX rating as per EU Directive 94/9/EC.

Industrial Grade Construction

Every aspect of the DTEx Radios industrial grade design has been meticulously considered, from the high Torque Controls to the high contrast OLED Display that is readable in all light conditions, and the ultra tactile front buttons that ensure reliable operation even when using gloved hands.

Voice Annunciation

The programmable feature on the DT985FF Radio provides further assurance to the user that they have selected the correct channel, allowing them to focus on the task in hand.

Benefits of Digital

Digital mode provides crystal clear intelligible audio, increased range and longer battery life. DTEx also supports Analogue mode, this ensures backwards compatibility with any existing Analogue Radios.

_{*Digital Mode is Only Available on UHF DTEx Radios*}

Intelligent Batteries

Entels Lithium-Ion batteries are designed to deliver optimum performance and safety. In Digital mode the duty cycle of the DT985FF Radio is more than 18.5 hours from a single charge.

Migrate to Digital your Way

DTEx UHF Radios support both Analogue and Digital technologies. Supporting both technologies ensures a simple migration path to the many benefits of Digital Radio.

Robust Accessory Socket

The DT985FF Accessory Socket is designed for the most demanding environments. It is rugged and durable, and can withstand any amount of punishment, from dropping to careless misuse. 

The rugged, multi-pin interface and Micro-USB socket are both submersible and gold-plated to minimize any risk of damage and protect against corrosion. 

To ensure the integrity of IS protection levels, any accessory connected to the handset automatically undergoes a validation process to safeguard against non-compliant accessories being used. All DT985FF accessories incorporate a robust locking connector to further safeguard the safety of the user.

Simple Onboard Programming App

With Entel's free, unique and simple to use PC app, DTEx Radios can easily be reprogrammed whilst still onboard. The user friendly app makes it easy to drag and drop a new programming file from an email to your DTEx Radio/s.

Dedicated Accessories for Firefighters

Entel offers an extensive range of ATEx approved accessories. The most popular accessory for Firefighters is the CXR bone conductive throat and skull microphones that eliminate ambient noise, further enhanced by DTEx's speech tailoring technology delivering intelligible communications first time, every time.

_{*This Radio Requires an Ofcom License to operate - if you do not already have an Existing Ofcom Radio License, you will need to purchase a License before using the Radio*}

Please Click Here to Purchase an Ofcom License

Key Features

• Industrial Grade Construction
• IP68 Submersible
• Digital and Analogue Modes
• Outstanding Range and Performance
• Crystal Clear Audio
• High Contrast White on Black OLED
• Simple on Board Reprogramming App
• Extensive Range of Approved Accessories
• Supports Third Party BA Kit
• Audio Accessory Optimisation

Technical Specifications

General

• Frequency Range - UHF - 450-470MHz
• Channel Spacing Analogue / Digital - 12.5KHz / 25KHz
• Operating Voltage - 7.4v
• Weight - 435g
• Dimensions - 138mm x 60mm x 38mm (H x W x D)
• Channels - UHF - Up to 99
• Battery Endurance - Analogue Mode - 14 Hours, Digital Mode - 18.5 Hours
• 3 Programmable Buttons

Transmitter

• Output Power - 1 Watt
• Modulation Limiting - ±5.0KHz / ±2.5KHz
• Audio Distortion - <5%
• Audio Response (FM) - 300Hz to 3KHz -6dB /Octave
• FM Hum and Noise - >-45dB / >-40dB
• Unwanted Emissions - >0.25uW

Receiver

• Sensitivity (Typical) - Analogue -121dBm (0.2uV) for 12dB SINAD, Digital -121dBm (0.2uV) for 5% BER
• Spurious Rejection - >70dB
• Rated Audio Power - 2 Watts
• Audio Distortion - <5%
• Audio Response - 300Hz to 3KHz -6dB /Octave

Environmental

• Water Ingress - IP68 - 2 Metres, 4 Hours
• Thermal Shock, Humidity, Shock & Vibration, Packing Test, Drop Test - MIL-STD810 C/D/E/F/G

Package Contents

• Entel DT985FF Radio
• Li-Ion Battery Pack
• Rapid Charger
• Spring Loaded Belt Clip
• Antenna
• Quick Start User Guide