DX542-IS
The ultra durable DX-IS Series sets the benchmark for next-generation on-board radios. Standard features include high visibility OLED display, channel voice annunciation option, high torque ergonomic controls designed for gloved-hand use, and industry-leading IP68 2m 4 hours submersible rating, to provide 100% reliability and usability even in the most extreme conditions.
Intrinsically Safe Certified to UL913 by SGS:
ANSI/UL913 5th Ed
Class I, II, III, Division 1, Groups C-G, T3
Class I, Division 2, Groups A-D
KEY FEATURES
- IP68 Submersible (2m, 4 hours)
- Salt Water anti-corrosion chassis coating
- MILSTD construction 810C/D/E/F/G
- High capacity Li-Ion battery
- Exceptionally loud & best clarify audio - in class
- Programmable buttons
- Gold plated accessory connector
- Locking accessory connector
- Accessory audio tailoring optimises audio for each accessory
- Drag and drop end user programmer, no need to visit site
If you require a feature not listed above, please let us know.
General
Channels - The DX542-IS is pre-programmed with all International, USA and Canadian channels, you can also program an additional 16 private channels.
Environmental protection to IP68 (2 Meters for 4 hours) - The DX542-IS offers the highest submersibility rating of any manufacturer. This protects against corrosion, withstanding total immersion in water to a depth of 2 meters for 4 hours to protect against the likely hazards encountered in extremely wet environments.
Robust accessory socket – DX542-IS accessory socket has been specifically designed so that when an accessory is secured to the portable, the connection 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 DX542-IS accessories incorporate a robust locking connector to further safeguard the safety of the user.
Li-Ion battery technology & improved talk time – DX542-IS radios are supplied with the latest intelligent Lithium-Ion battery technology as standard. One key advantage of Lithium-Ion battery technology is the way it eliminates ‘memory effect’, meaning that there is no need to fully discharge your battery before recharging. As a result of this, you are assured of a full charge each and every time you take your Entel battery from its charger.
Superior Audio - DX542-IS portables deliver loud & crisp audio no matter what environment you are in. All of the DX542-IS' range of accessories incorporate a robust locking plug and high-grade cable and benefit from Entel’s proprietary “Smart Speech Tailoring” technology. This automatically detects the type of accessory connected and optimizes the audio accordingly to deliver the very best performance.
Convenience
Simple onboard reprogramming app - With our free, unique and simple to use PC app, you can easily re-program a DX542-IS radio whilst still onboard. The user friendly app makes it easy to drag and drop a new programming file from an email to your DX542-IS radio(s).
This is a simple and seamless process that can be carried out by non-technical personnel.
Keylock - To avoid accidental operation, your radio's keys & controls can be locked.
Programmable channel monitor button - If you have channel protection enabled on your DX542-IS portable, all signals other than your own networks will be filtered out. This can be temporarily disabled allowing you to monitor all signals on your channel.
Audio Accessories - Entel offer an extensive range of accessories , most popular for Fire Fighters is the CXR bone conductive throat and skull microphones which eliminate ambient noise, further enhanced by DX542-IS' speech tailoring technology delivering intelligible communications first time, every time
Safety
Intrinsically Safe Certified to UL913 by SGS:
ANSI/UL913 5th Ed
Class I, II, III, Division 1, Groups C-G, T3
Class I, Division 2, Groups A-D
General
Frequency Range | VHF 156 to 163.275MHz |
Channel Spacing Analogue | 12.5 & 25 KHz |
Operating Voltage | 7.6V |
Weight | 259g - with CNB450E-IS |
Overall Dimensions (HxWxD) | 97mm x 59.5mm x 37mm |
Programmable Buttons | 3 |
Channels | INT/USA/CAN mode plus private |
Battery | CNB450E-IS 2200mAh Lithium-Ion |
Battery Endurance (5/5/90) Analogue mode | 18 hours |
Battery Endurance (5/5/90) Digital mode | n/a |
Transmitter
Output Power VHF | 5W(high)-1W(low) |
Modulation Limiting | ±5.0KHz / ±2.5KHz |
FM Hum and Noise | >-40dB |
Unwanted Emissions | <2nW up to 1GHz, <20nW from 1GHz to 2GHz |
Adjacent Channel Power | 70dBc / 60dBc |
Audio Response (FM) | 300Hz to 3KHz -6dB /Octave |
Audio Distortion | <5% |
FM Modulation | 16K0F3E / 8K0F3E |
4FSK Digital Modulation | 7K60FXE / 7K60FXD |
Receiver
Analogue Sensitivity | -120dBm (0.2uV) for 12dB Sinad |
Intermodulation response | >68dB |
Adjacent Channel Selectivity | >70dB / >60dB |
Spurious Rejection | >70dB |
Audio Output Power | 2 Watts |
Audio Distortion | <5% |
Hum and Noise | >-40dB |
Audio Response | 300Hz to 3KHz -6dB /Octave |
Conducted Spurious Emission (ETSI) | <2nW up to 1GHz, <20nW from 1GHz to 2GHz |
Environmental
Operating Temperature | -20°C to +55°C |
Storage Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
Thermal Shock, Humidity, Shock & Vibration, Packing Test, Drop Test | Compliant MIL-STD810 C/D/E/F/G |
Water Ingress | IP68 2 metres, 4 hours submersible |
Ex Protection | Intrinsically Safe Certified to UL913 by SGS: - ANSI/UL913 5th Ed - Class I, II, III, Division 1, Groups C-G, T3 - Class I, Division 2, Groups A-D |
As standard the DX-IS Series portable is supplied with:
- CNB450E-IS - 7.6V, 2200mAh rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery pack
- Drop in charger
- Belt Clip
- High Efficiency Antenna
- Quick Start User Guide
- User manual
Featured Products
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CXR5/DX
Bone conductive skull microphone with large in-line PTT
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CXR16/DX
'D' shaped earpiece, throat microphone with large in-line PTT
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CNB450E-IS
2200mAh rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery pack
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CMP/DXS-IS
Pocket size lapel microphone
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CMP/DXE-IS
Pocket size lapel microphone
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CHP450D/DX
Double ear-cup ear defender with large PTT & comfort headband
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CHP450HD/DX
Double ear-cup defender with large PTT (hard hat use only)
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CHP450HS/DX
Single earpiece ear defender with large PTT (hard hat use only)
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CLCDX2
Heavy duty leather case with strap for non LCD models
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CSBHX
Six pod intelligent rapid charger, 110-240v, state 2-pin or 3-pin plug
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EA12/DX
‘D’ shaped earpiece with tie clip microphone / PTT
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EA15/DX
Acoustic tube earpiece with tie clip microphone / PTT
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EA19/DX
‘D’ shaped earpiece with boom microphone & in-line PTT
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EHP/DX
‘D’ shaped covert style earpiece
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CBE450
Dummy battery with regulator for 12v operation
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CBH450
Spare spring loaded belt clip
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EPROG-DX
DX USB Programming lead
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PTT450E/DX
Spare waterproof PTT for CHP accessories
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PTT451C/DX
Spare waterproof PTT for CXR accessories
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CSAHX
Single pod rapid charger, 110-240V, state 2-pin or 3-pin plug
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CCAHX
Single pod trickle charger, specify 2-pin or 3-pin plug
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CMC450E
Single pod trickle charger, 12v DC with cigar plug
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CAT420
VHF136-174MHz antenna
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CAT420/156
VHF 156MHz antenna
