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The HX446L is a license free two way radio from Entel. Built to IP55 standards this means that the radio does not only have a limited Ingres protection against dust, but is also safeguarded against jets of water from all angles. A 2000mAh Li-Ion battery is supplied as standard with the HX446L, allowing the capability to continue operating throughout shift work. Built to military standards (MIL-STD-810 C/D/E/F) the radio is rugged and reliable, tested in harsh working conditions in order to assure quality.
The ability to use flash upgrades is featured on the HX446L, meaning that upgraded technology can automatically be upgraded by the dealer of your radio at any time. The HX446L has a programmable scrambler, this allows the users voice to be encrypted in order to protect against casual eavesdropping. Keylock is available for users in order to avoid accidental operation of the radio, this feature means that the user can lock controls on the radio or it can be done automatically by the radio.
Standing at 100mm tall, 61mm wide and 31mm in depth, the HX446L is a compact radio that weighs just 274g when both the antenna and battery are connected. The radio transmits via an internal condenser microphone, with the communication method being Simplex/Semi Duplex. A robust accessory socket is a key feature of the HX446L that has been specifically designed to give secure connection, allowing for it to withstand any amount of punishment.
Digital Basic Privacy
Digital Basic Privacy ensures that any communications made using your two way radios are protected against the potential for eavesdropping. Although this level of protection is very basic it still offers a degree of protection against your communications being listened in on by unwelcome parties.
Basic Privacy uses a fixed key which is set when the radio is programmed. There are 255 potential keys to be chosen from, this meaning that this is still a fairly simple privacy option for your devices. In order for an eavesdropper to listen in to your conversations they would require your exact frequencies, whilst also knowing the exact key that you have used for privacy.
The main reason for purchasing licensed two way radios is the privacy that they offer over license exempt devices. When communicating in work environments where there is the potential for sensitive information to be passed over the airwaves, having at least a basic level of privacy ensures that due diligence has been taken to keep work communications in house.
Read more about Privacy & Encryption in our Knowledge Base.
Basic Digital Privacy is built-in to the Kenwood Entel HX446L.
Voice Activation (VOX)
VOX (voice-operated exchange), more commonly known as Voice Activation, allows the two way radio's microphone and PTT button to be activated by simply speaking into the radio.
How To Use VOX
Most two way radios' voice activation feature only works via an external VOX capable earpiece or headset. Once connected, you simply start speaking and the two way radio will automatically initiate the transmission. When there is no longer any audio coming via your earpiece or headset, the two way radio automatically disengages the PTT.
Activating VOX
Most business grade licence exempt two way radios allow activating the voice activation feature via a button combination on the radio; or by simply plugging in a vox capable earpiece or headset. However, some more complex two way radios, such as our licensed two way radios will require some reprogramming.
VOX Drawbacks
Since VOX works by listening out for audio via the attached accessory, background noise that's near to the sound of a human voice will also activate it. That means practically anything can activate the voice activation.
Read more about Voice Activation (VOX) in our Knowledge Base.
VOX Voice Activation is built-in to the Kenwood Entel Entel HX446L.
Channel Scanning
Channel scanning enables the user to monitor a number of channels and respond when a transmission comes through. The scan feature can usually be programmed to include or exclude channels from the scan. Scanning fewer channels makes the scan faster. Should a transmission be found, your radio will stop and pause giving the operator the chance to respond to the transmission before continuing its cycle through the selected channels.
When programming your radio, it is possible to include or exclude channels from the scan, this allows for channels of highest priority to be added meaning that staff members never miss an important transmission. Channel scanning is an ideal choice in environments where updates are frequently given, this allowing for all of your members of staff to remain alert to changing conditions.
Digital hybrid radios can usually scan either or both digital and analogue channels simultaneously. This allows for an extremely flexible scan facility where the user can monitor many channels across both analogue and digital modes.
Read more about Channel Scanning in our Knowledge Base.
Channel Scanning is built-in to the Kenwood Entel HX446L.
Entel HX Series Radio Guide
Entel's line up of radios can be confusing, so we've put together this handy reference guide.
| Model | Band | Freq. | Display | Keypad | Man Down | Lone Worker | 5-Tone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HX412 | Low band | 66-88 MHz | No | No | No | No | No |
| HX412S | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | ||
| HX413 | Yes | No | No | No | No | ||
| HX415 | Yes | Partial | Possible | Yes | Yes | ||
| HX416 | Yes | Full DTMF | Possible | Yes | Yes | ||
| HX422 | VHF | 136-174 MHz | No | No | No | No | No |
| HX422S | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | ||
| HX423 | Yes | No | No | No | No | ||
| HX425 | Yes | Partial | Possible | Yes | Yes | ||
| HX426 | Yes | Full DTMF | Possible | Yes | Yes | ||
| HX482 | UHF | 400-470 MHz | No | No | No | No | No |
| HX482S | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | ||
| HX483 | Yes | No | No | No | No | ||
| HX485 | Yes | Partial | Possible | Yes | Yes | ||
| HX486 | Yes | Full DTMF | Possible | Yes | Yes | ||
| HX446E | PMR446 | 446 MHz | No | No | No | No | No |
| HX446L | Yes |
Technical Information
Note: Errors & Omissions Excepted (E&OE). This information is taken from the manufacturer data sheets, may be incorrect, out of date or subject to change without notice.
| Single Charger | Sold Separately |
|---|---|
| Display | Display |
| Band (VHF or UHF) | PMR446 |
| Frequency Range | 0 |
| Signalling Type |
CTCSS DCS |
| WiFi | Not Available |
| Ingress Protection | IP55 |
| Brand | Entel |
| Model | HX446L |
| Weight (g) | 285 |
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