SELEX Communications enhances Ultralight Headset

10 January 2011 – SELEX Communications, a Finmeccanica company, has enhanced the functionality of its Ultralight Headset, a fully ruggedised lightweight communications headset that is hardwearing, durable and designed to optimise performance in harsh environmental conditions.

Interoperable with major radio and intercom systems, the Ultralight Headset requires minimum body contact in adverse weather conditions. Waterproofed to 1.5 metres, it is compatible with all SELEX Communications legacy communication systems, including the Personal Role Radio.

It comprises a small boom mounted noise-cancelling electret microphone and miniature speaker. A high strength, screened-down lead terminated with a waterproof SELEX Communications 5-pole audio connector is standard. It can be configured to be worn over the left ear. Right ear variants are available. There is a dual-fitting option, with or without three-point cloth headband, with an optional microphone windshield.

Background note
SELEX Communications is a leading supplier of audio ancillaries to defence and emergency services organisations throughout the world. Rugged and reliable, SELEX Communications products are able to withstand the extremes of operational environments. The Daylight and Light Patrol headsets are designed for use with a wide range of radios employed by defence and para-military organisations. The TASC1 headset is designed to be used in waterborne operations.

The Assault 700 protects the user’s hearing and permits peripheral awareness for those who need higher noise attenuation. Invisio is a rugged, bone conduction headset which fits securely into the ear and is particularly suited to any special operation. The Invisio provides high quality audio in the ear for clear transmission in difficult environments. The WACH 900 Headset is for use by lightweight mounted infantry, light reconnaissance and support vehicle crew. It provides premium active noise reduction and stereo talk-through in high noise environments.

For further information, contact:
Dennis Burton, SELEX Communications
Tel: +44 (0) 1202 408512
e-mail: dennis.burton@selex-comms.com