That LPD is not yet extinct forever, you can see the brand new Albrecht Tectalk Duro BT, which is in addition to the 8 PMR446 channels equipped again with 69 channels LPD (433-434 MHz, 10mW). Thus, the device mainly for paragliding pilots and other users should be of interest, which are still partially on the LPD frequencies go.
Unlike the little brother has the Tectalk Duro Duro BT a built-in Bluetooth module, so you can easily connect the radio with common Bluetooth headset or Bluetooth Inter coma documents etc.
The workmanship is very good, despite the compact dimensions the Tectalk Duro BT is very robust and even to IP67 standard shock / dust and splashproof.
Its 2200mAh LiIon-battery pack holds even with frequent wireless operation up to 15 hours, the modulation is loud and clear, and the loudspeaker reproduction is strong and does not distort even at high volumes.
Optional is a PC programming cable with software available (USB, no. 29843), which allows you to manage many functions easily on a PC. However, it is for the normal operation absolutely not necessary because everything can be set directly on the device.
More Details:
8 PMR446 channels in the 446 MHz band
69 LPD channels in the 433/434 MHz band
0.5 Watts High / 0,050 watt low in PMR446-range
0,010 watts of power in LPD area
73 CTCSS tones Pilot
208 DCS pilot tones
Built-in Bluetooth module
with optional USB programming cable (29843) PC-programmable
Channel search (scan)
Vox function, adjustable in three stages
Keypad Lock, switchable
Squelch automatically or manually adjustable in 5 steps
5 different tones adjustable (Call)
Temperature range -20 to +60 degrees Celsius
Sprachverschleicherung (Scrambler) switchable
Dual Watch (Dual Watch)
Energy saving mode (automatic)
Battery status indicator in three stages
DTMF identification function (number can only be changed via PC Programming)
Roger Beep switchable
Keyboard Confirmation tone, switchable
Sprachkompander, switchable (well usable only between 2 Duro)
Channel busy-transmission block, switchable (BCLO)
Microphone / earphone connection in Duo-standard jack standard
Weight approx 225 grams
Dimensions 11.6 x 5.7 x 3.9 cm (HxWxD, without antenna)
Height with Antenna 23cm
Scope of supply:
1x Tectalk Duro BT
1x Battery Pack 2200 mAh LiIon
1x Fast desktop charger with charging option for a device with battery pack plus additionally another battery (not included)
1x belt clip
1x operating German and other languages