EnGenius DuraFon 1X
Single Line System - Industrial

Features:

DuraFon 1X Feature Set
Long-Range Up to: 12 floors in building 250,000 sq. ft. in a warehouse 3,000 acres on a farm or ranch Durable Tested to withstand 6 foot drops, 54 times on to concrete floors Expandable 1 – 4 ports / lines 1 – 9 handsets per base Up to 4 base units Handset–1X Telephone 2-way radio User handset naming Keypad lock Speakerphone Caller ID Call waiting Vibrate mode Line Select/Base Select	2.5mm headset jack Call Logs – Dialed and Received Redial Speed dial Call hold Call transfer Wireless PBX function sharing Wireless phonebook sharing Silent ring Mute 900 Mhz, DSS, Frequency Hopping Selectable handset grouping (7 groups) User programmable PBX functions (9) Phonebook 30 entry Intercom (handset-to- handset), no group chatter Broadcast (Push-to-Talk) Optional Equipment External base antennas: 30' or 60' low-loss LMR-400L cable Lightning protection kit Antenna splitter DuraPouch Battery & Charger Li-Ion technology 6 hrs talk-time 50 hrs stand-by time Handset & spare battery charging slots 4 hr recharge time Battery hot-swap while call onhold	System 1 analog port per base unit Up to 4 base units (4 ports) Removable base antenna Flexible port dedication: Single, group or all Broadcast port Any analog line connection: Landline, ATA, cellular, VoIP or satellite Supports ring groups & hunt groups Conference calling Modifiable flash and DTMF tone timing Secure, digital spread spectrum w/ freq. hopping technology Single base support of 9 handsets Important Info 1 year system and handset warranty, if sold by Authorized Reseller FCC certified Meets HIPPA compliancy No monthly bill (like cellular) No per minute charges (like cellular) No contracts (like cellular) No annual FCC license fees (like 2-way radios) No extensive infrastructure installation (like wireless networking, wifi phones) No QoS concerns No wireless network interference Secure

FAQs:

General FAQs

Does a DuraFon 1x support call waiting, and/or 3 way calling?

Yes, provided this is handled by the phone company or phone system it is connected to. You will need to press the flash key to flip between callers.

Does my DuraFon 1X have built in Voice Mail?

No the DuraFon 1X system does not have voice mail or an answer machine.

Does the DuraFon 1X handset have speakerphone on calls?

Yes and No. All phones built after Nov. 2007 with serial number 07A101340 or higher will now include this feature

Will my DuraFon 1X base units interfere with each other or other communication devices?

Yes, Base units and or the high gain antennas should be at least 30' apart from each other, and other electronic equipment for best performance and to reduce interference.

What security does the DuraFon system use?

The DuraFon Systems utilize Digital Spread Spectrum (DSS) with Frequency Hopping of 100 channels per second over 128 channels to maintain clarity and privacy. In addition, the base unit provides individual handset with one of over 65,000 random security codes to ensure that another system's handset is unable to link to another (non-related) base unit.

Can I answer a second call coming through a secondary base while on a call with an initial base?

No. The DuraFon 1X handset can only utilize one connection at a time. Outside of the Telephone service provider's "Call Waiting" the only way to answer a second inbound call is to be free to connect. If you need this capability, we suggest using our multiline systems (DuraFon PRO).

Can a 1x handset work with a 920, 4x, or PRO base unit?

No. 1x is not compatible with any other system.

Does a DuraFon 1x support call waiting, and/or 3 way calling?

Yes, provided this is handled by the phone company or phone system it is connected to. You will need to press the flash key to flip between callers.

How different is the range using 2 way, or broadcast handset to handset, as compared to base to handset communication?

Two way and broadcast handset to handset are independent of the base unit. Range will be less than a typical incoming call or broadcast from the base unit, typically 25% to 50% less. If the external antenna is used on the base unit, the range difference will be even more noticeable. To maximize 2 way or handset broadcasts, use the long antenna on the handsets

When sharing a line with another non-Engenius phone, I can’t join in, they can’t hear me?

We added this feature to avoid howling or feedback in speakerphone mode when starting a new call. Simply press any digit to turn on the voice path. This feature is now on all Durafon 1x with speakerphone.

Why would EnGenius use 900Mhz, when this is an older technology compared to the newer 2.4 and 5.8Ghz cordless frequencies?

Contrary to common belief, range is actually better at lower frequencies. Lower frequencies are less absorbed by objects and less affected by walls, buildings, trees, and even open air. Additionally, we use 900MHZ to avoid the sharing of WiFi networks, which would not only cause interference, but also reduce range for our system as well. Thirdly, the FCC allows more power to be used at lower frequencies because lower frequencies are safer for human exposure.

Programming FAQs

How do I register a new DuraFon 1X handset to a base unit?

To register a new DuraFon 1X handset to a base unit, please follow the following instructions:

1. Power the base unit
2. Power the handset to be added
3. On the handset, press MENU - 6
4. On the Durafon 1X base unit, press and hold the REG button near the telephone line jacks
5. All the LED lights should light up when registration mode is entered
6. On the handset, press 1
7. Handset will indicate successful registration and handset ID will have been assigned
8. Press END to exit to main menu

Specifications:

EnGenius DuraFon 1X Specifications
Electrical Specs	Base Unit	Portable Handset
Frequency	902 - 928 MHz	902 - 928 MHz
RF Power	Peak: 708 mW Average: 76 mW	Peak: 708 mW Average: 76 mW
Channel Spacing	200 kHz	200 kHz
Number of Channels	128	128
Modulation	MSK	MSK
Multiple Access	Freq. Hopping TDMA	Freq. Hopping TDMA
Freq. Hopping Rate	100 per second	100 per second
TDMA Frame Length	10 ms	10 ms
Number of Slots / Frames	4	4
Reciever Sensitivity	< -108 dBm (@ BER 10-2)	< -108 dBm (@ BER 10-2)
Antenna Connector	Reverse TNC	Non-standard
Antenna Gain	2 dBi Standard Rubber Duc Antenna 3 dBi Enternal Antenna Option	2 dBi Tall Hanset Antenna 0.5 dBi Low Profile Anntenna
TX Power Control Range	N/A	100- 708 mW
Telephone Interface	RJ11 x 2	N/A
Speech Coding	8 kbps G.729A	8 kbps G.729A
Channel Coding	8 kbps Convolutional + CRC	8 kbps Convolutional + CRC
Transmission Data Rate	170.678 kbps	176.678 kbps
User Data Rate	128 kbps duplex	128 kbps duplex
Duplex	Time Division Duplex (TDD)	Time Division Duplex (TDD)
Voice Quality	TIA / EIA -470B	TIA / EIA -470B
Number of System ID	65,536	65,536
Ring Signal	20-50 Hz, 12-90 Vrms	N/A
Flash Time	100 - 900 ms Programmable	N/A
Power Source	120V/12V AC/ DC Adapter	3.6V, 1700 mAh Li-Ion Battery
Charger Current	N/A	600 mA
Charge Time	N/A	4 Hours (from empty)
RegulationCompliance	FCC Part 15, Part 68 CAN/DOC RSS210, CS03	FCC Part 15, Part 68 CAN/DOC RSS210, CS03 Hearing Aid Compatible
Operating Temperature	-10 - 60o C (14 - 140o F)	-10 - 60o C (14 - 140o F)
Storage Temperature	-10 - 70o C (14 - 158o F)	-10 - 70o C (14 - 158o F)
Humidity	20 - 75%	20 - 75%
Dimension without Antenna	188 x 161 x 42 mm 7.4" x 6.3" x 1.7"	188 x 161 x 42 mm 7.4" x 6.3" x 1.7"
Weight	15 Ounces (424g)	6.17 Ounces (175g)

Applications in Depth

Self Storage: The DuraFon 1X allows a facility manager to tour and maintain the grounds while manning the main office at the same time. This helps them to provide superior customer service and ensure the property runs at peak efficiency.

Hotel/Motel: 1X Systems allow hospitality staff to have immediate access to one another from anywhere within the hotel/motel property resulting in improved guest satisfaction and business efficiency.

Ranches an Farms: DuraFon 1X offers superior coverage for most every user that requires mobility within a large outdoor environment. Cut costs from Cell Phone usage and/or 2-way radio with the 1X you can cover up to 3000 acres of outdoor property.

Estate Homes:Traditional cordless telephones can’t offer the coverage that the 1X will provide. Offering complete coverage both indoor and outdoor and throughout the neighborhood.

Documentation:

Download the EnGenius DuraFon 1X Single Line Phone System Datasheet (PDF).