Entel News

Bluetooth accessories released for HX Series (Nov 2011) Due to strong dealer demand, Entel has invested in the development of Bluetooth technology for use with its Series 2.0 HX400 portables. This will allow Entel radios to interface with a multitude of Bluetooth accessories, offering clear, secure and comfortable wireless communications.
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MDC 1200 Now Available (June 2011) Entel continues to expand its global reach, selling into new markets and developing its products in response to local and regional communication protocols. The latest such development is a range of MDC1200 compatible radios. MDC1200 is an FFSK signalling method with operation similar to 5–Tone Selcall.
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800MHz band now available (April 2011) Entel now offer radios in the 800MHz bandwidth in response to demand from our global dealer base. Now available for shipping, 800MHz is available in the most basic models, through to high tier and MPT1327 models. Please contact Entel for further details and to discuss your 800MHz requirements.
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Expansion of cross-hire business (Feb 2011) Since 2005 Entel has cross-hired tens of thousands of radios to our Dealers world wide. Cross-hire has now become a significant part of Entel’s Land Radio Division’s core business. As a leading manufacturer of handheld portables, Entel holds literally thousands of radios in its base hire stock.
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New "P2 Release" software for Series 2.0 (Dec 2010) Entel has a major new release of programming software called "P2" which represents a major upgrade and overhaul, bringing additional benefits to those using both the HT and HX product ranges. The latest version of software can be downloaded from our software updates page.
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Entel HT Series 2.0 granted NATO numbers for European military (Sept 2010) Two of Entel’s European dealerships have successfully won tenders for prestigious military contracts, after choosing to offer Entel’s HT Series 2.0 radios.

The first dealer, RTC, based in Antwerp, supplied the Belgian Armed Forces with the HT725 advanced signalling VHF model, together with intrinsically safe UHF equivalents in the form of the HT885 model. A total of 15 dealers tendered for the lucrative public sector contract, almost half of them offering Entel.
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Entel’s MPT1327 radios win Rohill’s recommendation (Aug 2010) Rohill, the Dutch manufacturer of trunking installations in Europe and beyond, has become the latest company to grant its seal of approval to Entel’s MPT1327 hand portables for use on its systems.

The approval came via an enquiry from an African dealer, ZS Botswana, who were attracted by the Entel’s size and versatility across the range, but who were concerned about compatibility. After exhaustive trials, Rohill not only confirmed the Entels’ compatibility with their systems, but said they will recommend Entel portables to other clients with Rohill–built installations.
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ATIS VHF Radios - Your Questions Answered (June 2010) ATIS stands for Automatic Transmitter Identification System. This system is used on inland waterways in a number of countries in mainland Europe. A unique FFSK data signal is sent out at the end of each voice transmission, containing the vessel's unique call sign, identifying you to marine coast stations and inland stations.
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HT649 Gets Approval in Japan (Feb 2010) Japan’s Ministry of Land & Transportation has granted approval for Entel’s HT649 GMDSS handheld portable to be sold to Japanese vessels.
Entel is the first foreign manufacturer to attain approval from the Ministry, which is known for setting exceptionally high approval criteria, in order to block the glut of inferior products made in neighbouring countries.
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New HT Series ATIS portables for inland waterways (Jan 2010) Entel’s expanding portfolio of products now includes ATIS variants of its HT644, HT844 and HT944 radios. ATIS stands for Automatic Transmitter Identification System, an inland waterway system in use in several countries in mainland Europe for the safe navigation of major rivers like the Rhine and the Danube.
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HX and HT Series 2.0 MPT1327 Trunking Radios Released (Dec 2009) Entel’s roll-out of its new Series 2.0 products continues apace, with the latest new products, our MPT1327 trunked HX400 and HT portables, now available.
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View Entel's HQ & manufacturing facilities (August 2009) Our products are developed by our R&D team in the United Kingdom and manufactured in the Far East, where our Entel-owned and directed manufacturing facility operates internationally recognised SGS ISO9001 quality criteria, our factory has also achieved approval status to manufacture ATEX intrinsically safe and MED survival craft products. The specifications we set for our products are exacting and the products rigorously tested. Entel sets the standard of excellence for technology, service and support in today's rapidly developing professional radio communications world.
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Entel's new auto-update programmer (July 2009) The latest version of Entel Programmer has been re-designed to ensure our dealers have instant access to the latest firmware and program files via “auto” and “live” updates (requires an internet connection). In addition Entel Programmer has been improved to aid ease of use and provide improved installation options, for “off-line” updates.
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Changes to Entel I.S. Radio Approvals (May 2009) The approvals for Entel’s Series 2.0 intrinsically safe radios now cover all ATEX gas groups, IIC and IIA. Both the HT900 and HT800 ranges are ATEX approved.
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HT644 takes over where the HT640 left off (March 2009) Entel’s Submersible HT640 VHF marine radio became a storming success in both the leisure and commercial sectors, winning several independent awards since its launch in 2003. In fact, so well-regarded has the HT640 become, that it was difficult for our R&D team to improve upon this radio. One end-user even wrote to us telling us that he lost his HT640 overboard, only for it to be found on a beach, sometime later, still in working order!
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New software "Release 2.0.1.1" for Series 2.0 (November 2008) Entel has a new updated release of its software (Version 2.0.1.1) which will bring additional benefits to those using both the HT and HX product ranges. These include additional DCS tones, additional and improved functions for selcall models, and the addition of our new PMR446 models. The Entel programmer will also incorporate improved version reporting, file naming, update link and port setting. The latest version of software can be downloaded from our software updates page.

Entel factory achieves Module D status (July 2008) Entel’s factory has successfully achieved Module D certification, following a stringent audit that scrutinised all of its production processes, including quality control and the calibration of its test equipment, in painstaking detail.
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Extreme durability tests NOW on video! (July 2008) Entel makes sure that each individual radio meets the exacting standards of construction we have set for ourselves, not just meeting statutory requirements, but often exceeding them. Each portable has to pass a rigorous Quality Control procedure on our factory production line, but exactly how robust are Entel’s radios? Controlled factory tests are one thing, but what about the rigours they might face in the “real world”?
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GMDSS radios roll out (June 2008) MEDEntel’s award-winning marine radios have long been used by commercial shipping fleets worldwide, but until now we were unable to offer GMDSS radios often requested by those already using our other marine radios at sea. Now we are pleased to announce the launch of our MED certified GMDSS range of radios, all of which carry the essential Wheel Mark and comply with IMO regulations.
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Entel’s RP500 base station launched (June 2008) Entel is pleased to announce the launch of its eagerly anticipated RP500 talk-through base station. Designed as a compact and versatile, high quality, but affordable unit, the RP500 is ideal for users who want to improve or extend the range of their local on-site communications. UHF and VHF variants are already available, with a mid-band 66-88 MHz variant to follow shortly.
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Charge Cycle Monitoring (May 2008) Entel has introduced Charge Cycle Monitoring in its radios, which provides a dual advantage for the end users and the resellers.
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New HT Series 2.0 (December 2007) Entel is proud to announce the launch of its exciting new HT Series 2.0. Available from February 2008, this range of IP68 submersible portables builds upon the success of our HT Series 1.0 range.
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New HX400 Series 2.0 (November 2007) The exciting new HX Series 2.0 will replace the 1.0 range from December 2007. This new range of portables has been comprehensively remodelled, upgraded and expanded in line with our customer feedback.
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Entel’s HT640 wins another accolade (June 2007) There’s just no stopping the Entel HT640, as this remarkable radio storms to victory in yet another independent group test of VHF marine transceivers. The June 2007 edition of Yachting Monthly found the HT640 pleasingly light to hold and surprisingly robust.
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Submersible IP68 rating – scaling new depths! (April 2007) When it comes to waterproof submersibility, measured according to the European IP rating system, most manufacturers offer either the standard splash-proof IP54 rating, or the bare basic IP67 submersible rating - just 1 metre’s depth for 30 minutes.
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WEEE Directive registration (March 2007) Entel recognises its obligations and responsibilities under UK and European legislation. Over the past few months, we have been preparing to comply, fully, with the European Union’s Waste, Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive. In line with the Department of Trade and Industry’s timetable, we are now registered with a scheme that will ensure that our customers’ electronic waste can be lawfully managed, recycled and disposed of in ways which minimise environmental impact. Product pages on this website will carry more detailed information as soon as it is available.

RoHS statement (July 2006) The Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoSH) directive, introduced on July 1st 2006, is now a legal requirement. The RoSH directive restricts the use of certain substances in electrical and electronic products, including lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) or polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE). Entel have been working with their factory to ensure that products sold by Entel and manufactured after July 1st 2006 are fully compliant.

Introducing HT446, Europe’s Highest Spec PMR446 Radio (December 2005) HT446 is an IP68, fully submersible, full featured, commercial grade PMR446 radio designed for the harshest of environments. The features of this model, configured by your dealer, can be as advanced or as simple as needed by your business.
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New low band submersible 66-88MHz (October 2005) More Info

HT900 ATEX vs Competition (July 2005) More Info

New intelligent version of HX400 Series (July 2005) We are pleased to announce the long awaited arrival of the new intelligent HX400 Series.
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Changes to 94/9/EC ATEX Directive (February 2005) The following RF power level restrictions now apply to the HT900 Series:
 – IIA 4 Watts
 – IIB 3.5 Watts
 – IIC 1 Watt
Note: these changes affect all other manufacturers' models approved to the ATEX Directive. For full details please contact our sales department.

HX400 Series-Pocket size, feature rich! (July 2004) Available for land applications in VHF, UHF and VHF low band this systems radio offers endless number of features and can be tailored to adapt to any radio system. Some of the unique features include; phonebook, missed call, lone worker, built in scrambler…
Supplied with Lithium-Ion battery and supported by a wide range of optional accessories the HX400 Series is in a class of its own.

HX591 Discontinued (July 2004) With the introduction of the far superior HX400 Series, Entel have had no choice but to discontinue the HX591. Entel will continue to support the HX591 for at least six years.

 
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