Telo BN500
Handheld PoC radioAvailable
Where to buy Telo:
Brazil (2)
Mexico (1)
Overview
| Brand | Telo |
|---|---|
| Model | BN500 |
| Type | Handheld PoC radio |
| Status | Available |
| Release year | — |
| Approved in |  Colombia,  United States |
Platform
| OS | Android |
|---|---|
| OS version | 13 |
| Chipset | MediaTek MT6765, octa-core 2.3 GHz |
| RAM | 4 GB |
| Storage | 64 GB |
Network
| Networks | 2G, 3G, 4G |
|---|---|
| LTE bands | B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B12/B13/B17/B18/B19/B20/B25/B26/B28a/B28b/B66 FDD + B34/B38/B39/B40/B41 TDD |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4/5 GHz |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 + LE |
| GNSS | GPS, BeiDou |
| Dual SIM | Yes |
Push-to-talk
| Dedicated PTT key | Yes |
|---|---|
| Programmable keys | — |
| PoC apps | — |
| 3GPP MCPTT | — |
| Analog/DMR hybrid | Yes |
Physical
| IP rating | IP68 |
|---|---|
| MIL-STD | — |
| ATEX | — |
| Display | 3.5″, touch |
| Battery | 4000 mAh |
| Weight | 311.5 g |
| Dimensions | 137.2 x 59.4 x 28.5 mm |
| Speaker | 3 W |
| Camera | 13 MP rear, 5 MP front |
Type approvals
Regulatory approvals found in public records. A missing country means we have not found a public record yet, not that the device is unapproved.
Notes
Dual-mode PoC and DMR radio (UHF 400-470 MHz or VHF 136-174 MHz, 2 W, analog and digital) with separate PTT keys. Optional 7000 mAh battery. NFC, M6 audio jack, drop-tested to 1.5 m.
Telo BN500: frequently asked questions
- Is the Telo BN500 FCC certified?
- Yes: United States (FCC 2AYEZ-BN500). In total, we found public approval records in 2 countries.
- How rugged is the Telo BN500 and how big is its battery?
- 4000 mAh battery, IP68 rating, and weighs 311.5 g.
- Which networks does the Telo BN500 support?
- It works on 4G, 3G, and 2G. LTE bands B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B12/B13/B17/B18/B19/B20/B25/B26/B28a/B28b/B66 FDD + B34/B38/B39/B40/B41 TDD, dual SIM, and Wi-Fi.
- What is the difference between the Telo BN500 and the Telo BN800?
- The Telo BN800 has the bigger battery: 6500 mAh against 4000 mAh (+63%). The Telo BN800 is heavier: 442 g against 311.5 g (+42%). Countries with a type approval on record: 2 for the Telo BN500, 0 for the Telo BN800 (0 in common). Compare with Telo BN800
- Where can I buy the Telo BN500?
- The directory lists Telo resellers in Brazil (2) and Mexico (1). Where to buy Telo
Sources
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