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Retevis RT81 is a durable, high-performance digital handheld radio designed for secure communication. With long battery life, crystal-clear sound, and versatile features, it’s ideal for professional security and demanding environments, such as school security and hotel management.
Compatible with both analog and digital modes, the RT81 digital and analog radio combines the benefits of analog reliability with digital advantages like superior performance, longer battery life, and greater energy efficiency—all while reducing equipment replacement costs.
The RT81 DMR radio offers three modes: simplex, repeater, and simplex dual time slot. The dual-time slot mode increases communication efficiency and extends both channel capacity and communication range.
The RT81 digital radio offers 10-bit encryption for secure communications, preventing eavesdropping and interference—vital for public safety.
With a built-in 2200 mAh battery, RT81 rechargeable radio offers up to 15 hours of operation in analog mode and 25 hours in digital mode, making it ideal for daily use.
The RT81 DMR handheld radio lets you switch between high power for long range and low power for saving battery life, offering flexibility for different situations.
Built to withstand drops and harsh conditions, the RT81’s rugged design offers enhanced fall resistance, making it perfect for demanding security tasks.
The RT81 digital two way radio supports both private and group calls, with customizable IDs and settings (frequency, time slot) to meet different communication needs.
In noisy environments, such as security operations, clear sound is essential. Utilizing advanced DMR voice processing technology, the RT81 delivers exceptionally clear and high-quality audio, eliminating the need for strained communication.
The integrated VOX (Voice Operated Exchange) feature enables voice-activated transmission, freeing your hands for other tasks. The included covert acoustic tube earpieces help improve the sound quality and also ensure the call information privacy.
Model | Retevis RT81 |
Frequency | UHF 400-470MHz |
Mode | Digital/Analog |
Power | 10W |
Channel capacity | 32 Channels (2 zones, 16 Channel Per Zone) |
Zone | 2 |
Working voltage | 7.4V |
Working temperature | -30℃~+60℃ |
Storage temperature | -40℃~+60℃ |
Continuous working time | Analog: 15 hours, Digital: 25 hours |
Battery capacity | 2200mAh |
Weight (include battery) | 9.32oz/264g |
Radio size (include battery) | 5.48x2.51x1.45in (139x64x37mm) |
Receiver | |
Channel spacing | 12.5/25KHz (Digital mode 12.5KHz) |
Frequency stability | ±1.0ppm |
Analog sensibility | 0.35µV/-116dBm(20dB SINAD) |
0.2µV/-120dBm (Typical) | |
Digital sensibility | 0.3µV/-117.4dBm (BER5%) |
0.7µV/-110dBm (BER1% | |
Spurious response | TIA03C:65dB |
ETSI:65dB | |
Adjacent channel selectivity | TIA603C:60dB@12.5KHz |
ETSI:60dB@12.5KHz | |
Spurious response suppression | TIA603C:70dB ETSI:70dB |
Receiving spurious emissions | ≤57dBm@1GHZ,≥47dBm |
Blocking | 84dB |
Rated audio power | 1W |
Audio response | +1dB—-3dB |
Rated audio distortion | ≤3% |
Transmitter | |
Channel spacing | 12.5/25KHz (Digital mode 12.5KHz) |
Frequency stability | ±1.5ppm |
TX power | Low:1W High:10W |
FM noise | -40dB@12.5kHz |
Spurious emission | ≤36dBm@1GHz,>-30dBm |
Adjacent channel selectivity | -60dB@12.5KHz |
FM modulation mode | 12.5KHz:11FOF3E |
4FSK digital modulation mode | 12.5KHz(data only)7K60FX |
12.5KHz(data+voice)7K60FX | |
Modulation limit | 2.5KHz@12.5KHz |
Audio response | +1dB—-3dB |
Rated audio distortion | ≤3% |
Digital protocol | ETSITSI02361,-1,-3 |
Vocoder type | AMBE+2TM |
● 32 Channels (2 Zones), 64 Digital Contacts
● Digital/Analog Double Modes
● Private Call, Group Call, All Call (digital mode)
● Wideband/Narrowband Selection
● TX high/Low Power Selection
● Encryption Function
● Dual Time Slot
● Busy Channel Lockout
● TOT (Time-out-Timer)
● Repeater/Talk Around
● Side Key Programmable
● Battery Saving Mode
● Tail Elimination
● VOX Hands-Free
● Squelch 1~9 Level
● Dual Time Slot
Decided on these radios and after testing I am very happy. I bought and used the long 18" antennas in order to increase the range and to conduct the range test. Ultimately I could get very good reception range of 3.5 miles with the power setting on 10 watts
was surprised at the quality, features and the functionality of the radios for the cost. So I guess you can say that they are good value and function pretty well.
These are pretty good quality for the price. One of my workers races trophy trucks and Class 1 buggies in Baja and he is familiar with these types of radios.
These radios are the real thing. A clean, 10-watt digital DMR signal
It's no Motorola but for the price it gets the job done just fine. I usually get about 3 miles of clear transmission with heavy interference from buildings or trees with just the base antennas.
These are amazing! Used at the lake and one person was at the cabin on top of a huge hill a mile long, and one was in the middle of the lake and they were clear as a bell.
Retevis is a great company to work with. These are good radios. Highly recommend Retevis. They are great !!!
they worked great. Occasionally these radios were used two days in a row without charging.
I use it for work and recreation. It works very well in the area where I live, three to four miles.
If you need a no frills brick of a radio, these will do. Can be programmed up to 10 watts transmitting power for a bit more penetration through the metal walls of a building
It's UHF both analog and digital and also great for basic GMRS usage between cars, on a Jeep trail or other. CPS is free from Retevis and a programming cable has came with every order.
this is one of the best general usage work radios Retevis puts out and hopefully they will continue to do so for a very long time.
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