Entel DR482 Commercial UHF Repeater

Entel DR482 Commercial Grade UHF Repeater

DMR Digital & Analogue | 100% Duty Cycle | Built-In PSU & Duplexer Options

The Entel DR482 is a compact, commercial-grade UHF repeater engineered for demanding land and maritime environments. Designed for business-critical communications, the DR482 delivers 100% continuous transmit duty cycle at 25 watts, ensuring reliable coverage when your team depends on it most.

Ideal for construction, marine, transport, industrial, and remote site operations across New Zealand.

Why Choose the Entel DR482?

100% Continuous Duty at Full Power

Unlike many repeaters that require cooling cycles, the DR482 operates at continuous 25W output, ensuring consistent signal performance under heavy use.

Digital, Analogue & Mixed Mode Operation

Supports:

• DMR Tier II Digital
• Analogue FM
• Mixed mode auto-switching

This allows seamless integration between legacy analogue radios and modern DMR fleets.

Built-In Power Supply & Battery Charging

• Integrated AC mains PSU
• Automatic DC revert upon mains failure
• Built-in battery charger (up to 3A)
• Three power modes: AC only, DC only, AC with battery backup

No need for external power supply units.

Optional Internal Duplexer

Available with:

• Separate Tx/Rx connectors (dual antenna)
• Internal duplexer for single antenna operation

Simplifies installation and reduces rack space requirements.

Exceptionally Robust Design

Tested for:

• Thermal shock
• Vibration
• Impact shock
• Solar radiation
• Ingress

Built for long-term reliability in harsh environments.

What's in the Box

• Entel DR482 UHF repeater unit
• AC mains lead (specify UK, EURO, or US plug)
• Front handles
• Rear bumpers
• Dust filter
• DC lead (for direct 12VDC connection)
• User guide

Note: confirmed against Entel's own DR482 repeater brochure as the genuine standard supplied package.

Designed for Tough NZ Environments

With an operating temperature range of:

• –30°C to +60°C (fan unrestricted)
• Up to 95% humidity (non-condensing)

The DR482 performs reliably in:

• Marine installations
• Rural repeater sites
• High vibration vehicle installations
• Industrial facilities
• Coastal environments

Technical Overview

RF Performance

• Frequency range: 400–470 MHz
• Adjustable output: 1–25W
• Continuous duty cycle
• <0.5 ppm frequency stability
• High adjacent channel selectivity
• Excellent intermod rejection

Receiver Sensitivity

• Analogue: <0.2 µV (12dB SINAD)
• DMR: <0.2 µV (5% BER)

Physical Specifications

• Size: 95 x 220 x 375 mm
• Weight: 3.8 kg
• Desk, wall, or 19" rack mountable (two units fit side-by-side on 3U tray)

Simple End-User Programming

Entel's Windows® programming app allows:

• Remote configuration updates
• Software feature upgrades
• Direct programming via USB
• No need to return the repeater to a dealer

This reduces downtime and simplifies ongoing fleet management.

Optional Accessories (Not Yet Stocked)

The following are genuine Entel accessories for the DR482, confirmed against Entel's own site, but none currently exist as standalone products in our catalogue. Source and add if you want to offer these alongside the repeater:

• Internal duplexer kits (multiple Tx/Rx separation options)
• Wall mount kit
• DC cable (spare/replacement)
• AC filter (required for marine AC ship installations)

Typical Applications

• Construction sites
• Warehousing & logistics
• Ports & marinas
• Marine rescue vessels
• Rural properties
• Large industrial facilities
• Mining & quarry operations

Why Buy the Entel DR482 from Mobile Systems Limited?

Mobile Systems Limited provides:

• Site surveys & coverage planning
• Duplexer configuration
• Antenna system design
• Licensing assistance
• Installation & commissioning
• Ongoing servicing & support

We ensure your repeater system is correctly engineered for NZ regulatory compliance and environmental conditions.