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.

HX Series MPT1327 Trunking Radios - Released (July 2008)

Entel’s summer 2008 roll-out of its new Series 2.0 products continues apace, with the latest new products, our MPT1327 trunked HX400 variants, now available.

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”?

GMDSS radios roll out (June 2008)

Entel’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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

New low band submersible 66-88MHz (October 2005)

HT900 ATEX vs Competition (July 2005)

New intelligent version of HX400 Series (July 2005)

We are pleased to announce the long awaited arrival of the new intelligent HX400 Series.

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.