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News Release from: OKW Enclosures | Subject: Smart Case M
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 25 September 2001
A case for better communications
When Nextel, based in Le Rouret, France, was looking at ways to improve communication systems for motorcyclists, OKW Enclosures was on hand to provide the appropriate housing.
When Nextel, based in Le Rouret, France, was looking at ways to improve communication systems for motorcyclists, OKW Enclosures was on hand to provide the appropriate housing Communication between two people on a motorcycle can be very problematic
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 8 Nov 2004 at 8.00am (UK)
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Not only because of the positioning of two people sitting on the motorcycle, but also because of surrounding noises.
Most modern motorcycle communication systems use a microphone and headset, connected by a cable.
However, this can be impractical, as the cable can easily be torn from its connector, rendering the system ineffectual.
To overcome this problem, Nextel created a small, inexpensive and energy-saving device, which requires no cable connection.
Nextel has used the most recent and up to date system using transmitters and receivers.
Nextel then had to find an enclosure small enough to be inconspicuous, but large enough to house the required components.
OKW's Smart Case M, with its rounded and aerodynamic shape was chosen as it satisfied all requirements.
In addition, the Smart Case M is manufactured from infra-red-permeable material, and includes battery holders for 2 x AAA batteries, which power the communication system for more than 6h.
OKW's range of Smart cases are ergonomically designed, and manufactured from either ABS (UL94HB) or PMMA (IR) for infra-red versions.
The Smart Case M has dimensions of 96 x 47 x 24mm.
Protection rating ranges between IP40/41 and IP65, and the Smart cases are available in the standard colours of off-white RAL 2002 and black RAL 9005.
Further colours can be manufactured to customer request.
The tops of the Smart cases are recessed for mounting membrane keypads, and accessories include key rings, battery clips, sealing kit, belt clip and wall holders.
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