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Intrinsically safe DMR handheld radio from the PD79XIS series. Hytera includes the series in its list of discontinued products.
This page preserves the historical datasheet of the PD796IS. Band, certification and features depend on the variant and configuration documented by the manufacturer.
1,024 channels
Up to 64 zones in the published configuration.
VHF or UHF
136 to 174 or 400 to 470 MHz by variant.
Ex certifications
ATEX, IECEx and FM/CSA markings.
Up to 17 h
Digital, 5/5/90 cycle, without GPS.
OVERVIEW
Hytera PD796IS historical datasheet
The PD796IS is part of the PD79XIS series of intrinsically safe DMR radios. The manufacturer publishes VHF or UHF versions, 1,024 channels, 64 zones, a color screen and a 1,800 mAh Li-ion battery.
- 1,024 channels in 64 zones
- VHF 136 to 174 MHz or UHF 400 to 470 MHz
- 1,800 mAh, 7.4 V Li-ion battery
Intrinsic safety
Certifications and configuration
The PD79XIS series carries ATEX, IECEx and FM/CSA markings. Suitability depends on the variant, the Ex marking and the approved accessories.
• Dedicated emergency button
• GPS optional at delivery
• Optional Man Down and Lone Worker
Published battery life
5/5/90 cycle, high power
With the 1,800 mAh battery: about 17 h in digital without GPS and 15 h with GPS; 14.5 h in analog without GPS and 13 h with GPS.
• GPS is optional
• 505 g with battery
• 141 × 55 × 39 mm
What is the Hytera PD796IS?
It is a DMR handheld radio from the PD79XIS series, designed for intrinsically safe configurations. The model is discontinued; the data below serves as historical technical reference.
Technical specifications
Values from the official PD79XIS page and the family’s official manual. Optional features are explicitly shown as conditional.
1,024 channels
64 zones; maximum of 256 channels per zone.
1,800 mAh
7.4 V Li-ion battery.
4.57 cm LCD
Screen diagonal; 160×128 and 65,536 colors.
505 g
141×55×39 mm with battery.
Detailed datasheet
| Status | PD79XIS series discontinued by Hytera |
|---|---|
| Type | Intrinsically safe DMR handheld radio |
| Bands | VHF 136 to 174 MHz or UHF1 400 to 470 MHz, depending on the variant |
| Channels and zones | 1,024 channels; 64 zones; maximum of 256 channels per zone |
| Battery | 1,800 mAh, 7.4 V Li-ion |
| Digital battery life | About 17 h without GPS or 15 h with GPS, 5/5/90 cycle at high power |
| Analog battery life | About 14.5 h without GPS or 13 h with GPS, 5/5/90 cycle at high power |
| Display | Color LCD with 4.57 cm diagonal, 160×128 pixels and 65,536 colors |
| Audio | Integrated 1 W speaker and AGC |
| Safety | ATEX, IECEx and FM/CSA markings per the series documentation |
| Conditional features | GPS optional at delivery; optional Man Down and Lone Worker |
| System | DMR/MPT trunking subject to license and configuration |
| Dimensions | 141 × 55 × 39 mm |
| Weight | 505 g with battery |
Documented features
The features below reflect the PD79XIS series. GPS, Man Down, Lone Worker and trunking modes depend on option, configuration or license.
Channels and zones
Capacity of 1,024 channels in 64 zones, with a maximum of 256 channels per zone.
VHF or UHF
There are VHF variants from 136 to 174 MHz or UHF1 variants from 400 to 470 MHz. A unit does not combine both bands.
Color screen
LCD with a 4.57 cm diagonal, 160×128 pixel resolution and 65,536 colors.
Published battery life
On the 5/5/90 cycle at high power: digital about 17 h, or 15 h with GPS; analog about 14.5 h, or 13 h with GPS.
Optional configuration
GPS is optional at delivery. Man Down and Lone Worker must also be treated as conditional features.
Ex markings
The documentation lists ATEX, IECEx and FM/CSA, with specific markings that must be read together with the manual.
Emergency button
The product has a dedicated emergency button per the official page.
Audio and software
Integrated 1 W speaker, AGC and the possibility of new features through software.
System licenses
DMR and MPT trunking depend on the corresponding licenses and configuration.
Official sources
See the official PD79XIS page, the list of discontinued products and the family manual.
Application subject to certification
The PD796IS was documented for intrinsically safe configurations. Suitability for a classified atmosphere requires checking the Ex marking, the variant, the manual and the approved accessories; this page does not recommend a specific sector.
Documented compatible accessories
Accessories documented for the PD79XIS family. Confirm the full code, the variant and the set approved by the certificate before ordering. Compatibility does not extend the certification or guarantee availability.
BL1813-Ex battery
Battery specific to the PD79XIS configuration; do not treat as equivalent to the BL1807-Ex of the PD79XEx models. Code BL1813-Ex.
SM18N8-Ex speaker microphone
Remote audio officially listed for the PD79XIS. Require a match between certificate, terminal and accessory for use in a classified atmosphere. Code SM18N8-Ex.
Single-unit charging base CH10A07
Desktop base to organize fleet recharging. Power supply and plug must follow the approved regional configuration. Code CH10A07.
Compatibility per the official PD79XIS list; data and images on each accessory’s official pages.
HISTORICAL REFERENCE
PD796IS: check the lifecycle
Hytera includes the PD79XIS series in its official list of discontinued products. Use this page to identify the model, check the historical datasheet and compare the documented data.
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Frequently asked questions
Has the Hytera PD796IS been discontinued?
Yes. Hytera includes the PD79XIS series in its official list of discontinued products.
What is the PD796IS?
It is a DMR handheld radio from the PD79XIS series, documented for intrinsically safe configurations.
Which frequency bands exist?
There are VHF variants from 136 to 174 MHz or UHF1 variants from 400 to 470 MHz. A unit does not combine both bands.
How many channels and zones does it have?
The datasheet lists 1,024 channels and 64 zones, with a maximum of 256 channels per zone.
What is the published battery life?
On the 5/5/90 cycle at high power: about 17 h in digital without GPS and 15 h with GPS; 14.5 h in analog without GPS and 13 h with GPS.
Are GPS and Man Down standard?
They must not be presented as standard. GPS is optional at delivery; Man Down and Lone Worker are also conditional.
What are the size and weight?
The manufacturer lists 141 × 55 × 39 mm and 505 g with battery.
Where should the battery be charged?
Charging must take place outside a classified atmosphere and per the manual’s procedure.
