Safety on a gun range is paramount. Communication between Range Safety (RSO) staff is vital to do their job, and two-way radios are a useful tool, but this can be a challenge when wearing electronic earmuffs. It is possible to connect earmuffs to walkie-talkies, but it requires additional attention to wire management.
The RHO8 is a clip-on accessory to ProHear shooting electronic earmuffs, adding the ability of walkie-talkie radio communication using FRS/GMRS. The unit clips to Howard Leight Impact Sports compatible headphones into the earcup that has a 3.5mm audio jack. The RH08 has a built-in battery and is recharged via a USB-C cable.
In testing, I was able to clearly communicate with a fellow RSO who was using a handheld walkie-talkie. The talk/transmit button is on the mic stem, which pokes a few inches beyond the earcup. It is comfortable to wear, and the added weight and bulk isn’t really noticeable. The only downside to using this instead of a handheld radio is that the LCD display is only visible when you take off your headphones.
SPECS
| Number of Channels | 22 |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 400-470 MHz |
| Talking Range Maximum | 3 Mile |
| Water Resistance Level | N/A |
| Battery | Internal Lithium-ion |
| Compatible Devices | Howard Leight Impact Sport, ZOHAN EM054, PROHEAR 066, 030, 036 |
| Battery Average Life | 28 Hours |
| Connectivity Protocol | UHF |
