VHF - UHF ATEX
Using a transceiver in certain environments can pose serious problems : a tiny spark produced when turning on the device can, for example, detonate flamible gases. This can be avoided by using an ATEX
( ATmosphere EXplosive) version of the transceiver and its corresponding ATEX compliant accessories.
The ATEX standard takes care of these issues and is classified for differing levels of application.
See also under the INFOS TECHNIQUES tab the ATEX classification.
Different manufacturers offer ATEX products either for the professional range (PMR) or for license-free “446 UHF equipment. Often existing popular models have also been adapted to comply with the ATEX standard. Here below are the most well known products. v1 26/7/12
IC-F51 ATEX
Norme ATEX EE x ib II A T3
Handset PMR VHF 136-174MHz 1W 128 channel waterpoof IP-67 with LCD display
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ATEX model HT952 "446" 
ATEX waterproof handset "PMR446"
ATEX : E Ex i b II C T4
Robust and compact unit
16 free channels on 8 freq. 446.0...Mhz
TCS et DCS signaling, keyboard programmable.
HF Radio power : 0.5 Watts
BF Loud and clear sound
MILSTD-810C/D/E/F standard
IP68 waterproof at 5 meters / 60 minutes
Li-Ion 1800mAH battery
Low voltage battery alert
ENTEL proposes a wholme range of PMR products :
ATEX II C la série HT900
ATEX II A la série HT800
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GP 340 EX / GP380 EX
The essential tool for growing organisations, the GP380 ATEX Radio offers a unique versatility allowing the radio to reflect the changing way that individuals need to communicate when working over a large area.
In addition to the features of the GP340, the GP380 has a full keypad and an alpha-numeric display including battery gauge and caller identity. The simple intuitive menu and contact list makes one-to-one or one-to-many calls easy, putting the power of the GP380 at the user’s fingertips. And for occasions when voice communication is inappropriate, pre-defined text messages can be sent between users.Signalling
The radio software encompasses Private Line™ and 5-tone selective signalling.
Technical review :
Channel Scan
Allows activity on different communications channels to be monitored and answered.
X-Pand™ Voice Compression and Low Level Expansion
Crisp, clear and strong audio quality in virtually any noisy environment. Low level expansion allows further improvements in audio quality by reducing noise usually heard during pauses in conversation.
Voice Operated Transmit (VOX)
Hands free operation when used with VOX headset accessory.
Emergency Signalling
Sends a help signal to a pre-defined person or group of people. The help signal can contain a pre-recorded voice message enabling your whereabouts or status to be determined immediately by the receiving person.
Lone Worker
Added security and safety for individuals who work remotely from their team. The radio enters emergency mode if the user does not respond to the warning signal.
Option Board Expandability
You can expand the existing capabilities by adding one of the following option boards; Encryption for message security, and SmarTrunk II for low cost trunking. Voice Storage option board provides voice recorder features allowing you to store and retrieve messages.
Whisper
Allows a user to speak quietly into a radio and still be heard clearly.
Call Forward
Allows calls to be forwarded to another radio user if you are unable to answer your calls personally.
User Information
A 14-character alpha-numeric display contains a battery gauge and signal quality indicator and provides separate distinctive tones plus name decode for many incoming calls.
Ease of Use
Simple menus and an alpha-numeric contact list make the full power of GP380 simple and intuitive to use.
Status Calls
Pre-defined text messages which allow the user to send meaningful messages without talking.