{"product_id":"protos-integral-bluetooth-communication-system","title":"Integral Helmet Bluetooth Communication System","description":"\u003ch1\u003eProtos Integral BT-Com 4 User System\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eProtos Integral BT-Com 4 User System\u003c\/strong\u003e is a professional-grade Bluetooth communication unit designed for clear, uninterrupted intercom use between up to four operators. Ideal for tree surgeons, forestry teams, utility contractors and arborist crews across the UK, it provides hands-free communication with excellent noise reduction and seamless integration into the Protos Integral helmet system. This advanced Bluetooth communication setup ensures a stable connection, clear voice quality and a snag-free design, making it perfect for both aerial and ground-based work where communication and safety are essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BT-Com capsule connects directly into the existing Protos ear-defender brackets with no wiring, drilling, adaptors or clamps required, maintaining the renowned comfort and safety profile of the Protos Integral helmet. With up to \u003cstrong\u003e300 metres range\u003c\/strong\u003e in clear conditions, up to \u003cstrong\u003e12 hours battery runtime\u003c\/strong\u003e, fast USB charging and simultaneous mobile phone Bluetooth connection, the Protos BT-Com 4 User System is one of the most efficient and user-friendly communication upgrades available for professional arborist teams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced Bluetooth technology for stable, interruption-free communication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects up to \u003cstrong\u003e4 BT-Com units\u003c\/strong\u003e for full team intercom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating range of up to \u003cstrong\u003e300 metres\u003c\/strong\u003e (clear site)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimultaneous Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHands-free call handling via a single multifunction button\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapsule fits directly into Protos ear-defender brackets — no cables or drilling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll technical components housed within the ear-defender capsule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo external wires or connectors, reducing snag risks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple control layout: one multifunction button plus two volume buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for easy operation with one finger — even when wearing gloves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectret microphone reduces unnecessary background noise by up to \u003cstrong\u003e20 dB\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackground sound remains perceptible to help identify external hazards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery runtime up to \u003cstrong\u003e12 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e with several days standby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. \u003cstrong\u003e1.5 hour\u003c\/strong\u003e full recharge time via USB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBluetooth communication not affected by strong radio frequencies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo licence fees or radio-frequency charges required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBenefits for Professional \u0026amp; Domestic Users\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproved team communication\u003c\/strong\u003e for climbers and ground crews, especially in noisy forestry and arborist environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands-free operation\u003c\/strong\u003e helps maintain focus on the task, improving safety when climbing, rigging or operating machinery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo-snag design\u003c\/strong\u003e with all electronics contained in the capsule, ideal for aerial work and dense woodland.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReliable all-day runtime\u003c\/strong\u003e supports long shifts without constant recharging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClear audio in noisy conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e thanks to the Protos electret microphone and noise reduction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple, intuitive controls\u003c\/strong\u003e make it easy to use, even with gloves or in poor weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeamless compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e with Protos Integral helmets using the existing ear-defender brackets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible communication\u003c\/strong\u003e with both intercom and phone connection, plus conference-call capability via the mobile network.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePhone \u0026amp; Intercom Functionality\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Protos BT-Com allows up to four BT-Com units to be connected, providing uninterrupted intercom communication between four operators. Each unit can also connect to a mobile phone via Bluetooth at the same time. Incoming calls can be accepted hands-free by pressing the multifunction button, with no need to remove the phone from a pocket or harness. Once an outgoing call is initiated from the phone, the conversation can be continued hands-free via the BT-Com.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe conference function allows another participant to be added into the conversation via the mobile network, and the overall communication range can effectively be extended as long as a mobile signal is available. Bluetooth also offers interference-free operation in areas where strong radio frequencies are present and does not incur any licence or channel charges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Protos BT-Com unit (left side)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Protos BT-Com charging bracket with USB connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Protos BT-Com carry case for storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProtos Integral helmet not included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003eProtos Integral BT-Com 4 User System (left side capsule)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003eBluetooth intercom plus simultaneous mobile phone connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Users\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003eUp to 4 BT-Com units in one intercom group\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRange\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003eUp to 300 m (clear line of sight)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Runtime\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003eUp to 12 hours of active use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharging Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003eApprox. 1.5 hours for full charge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharging Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003eUSB via Protos BT-Com charging bracket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoise Reduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003eElectret microphone reduces background noise by up to 20 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelmet Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003eProtos Integral helmet with ear-defender brackets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Protos BT-Com 4 User System connect directly to my mobile phone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Each Protos BT-Com unit can connect to a mobile phone via Bluetooth while still remaining part of the four-user intercom group, allowing you to take calls hands-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I operate the BT-Com with gloves on?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The BT-Com capsule features one multifunction button and two volume buttons which are designed for easy one-finger operation, even when wearing gloves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a complete helmet and communication kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This product includes the left-side BT-Com capsule, charging bracket and carry case. The Protos Integral helmet is not included and must be purchased separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the BT-Com system interfere with my existing radios?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Bluetooth communication operates independently of traditional radio channels and is not affected by strong radio frequencies in the same way, helping to reduce interference issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does the battery last and how quickly does it charge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BT-Com offers up to 12 hours of operating time and can be fully recharged in around 1.5 hours using the supplied USB charging bracket. 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