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RG540 RugGear 5G Smartphone for MCPTX
The RugGear RG540 is a cutting-edge rugged smartphone designed specifically for Mission Critical Communication (MCPTT and MCPTV), making it indispensable in industrial and high-risk environments. With its 6-inch ultra-durable display, the RG540 is built to endure harsh conditions while providing crystal-clear visuals for effective communication and remote maintenance tasks. Its 5G connectivity ensures fast and stable data transmission, making it ideal for industries where time-sensitive decisions are critical.
This rugged device comes in two versions to meet diverse operational requirements. The original model supports FDD Bands 13 and 14, ensuring reliable connectivity for various communication infrastructures. The newly-released variant, however, supports TDD Band 34 and FDD Band 68, offering enhanced compatibility for regions with different network needs. Whether you’re working in remote locations or challenging industrial settings, the RG540 is engineered to keep you connected and efficient at all times.
RG540 Features
- Qualcomm® Processor
- Professional MCPTX
- 6" FHD Display
- CBRS and international certificates"
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Product Type
Format
IP Rating
Operating System
Manufacturer
Country Of Manufacture
Germany
Operating system
Androidâ„¢ 12, with GMS (supports patch updates and major version upgrade)
Display
6.0-inch FHD / 1080 x 2160 pixels;Corning® Gorilla® Glass,Wet & Glove operation
Capacity
128 GB (supports MicroSD up to 512 GB)
Battery
4400 mAh, Removable
Color
Black + Yellow
Memory
8 GB
Size and weight
180 X 84.5 x 19.5 mm, 420 g
CPU
QCM6490, Octa-core, 2.7 GHz, 3GPP R15
Camera
Rear 48 MP(PDAF) / Front: 5 MP (FF)
Cellular and wireless
GSM: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz WCDMA: B1/2/4/5/8
US Version
TDD-LTE: B38/39/40/41(full)/42/43/48 FDD-LTE: B1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 7 / 8 /12 / 13 / 14 / 17 / 20 / 25 / 26 / 28 / 29 / 30 / 66 / 71
EU Version
TDD-LTE: B34/B38/39/40/41(full)/42/43/48 FDD-LTE: B1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/20/25/26/28/29/30/66/68/71
Both versions
5G NR: n1 / n2 / n3 / n5 / n7 / n8 / n12 / n20 / n25 / n28 / n38 / n30/ n40/ n41 / n48/ n66 / n71 / n77 / n78 / n79 VoNR, VoLTE, Vi-LTE and VoWiFi support CBRS Band , EmBMS support
Audio
2W Φ32 loud speaker,≥103 db Dual MIC noise reduction
Bluetooth®
V 5.2
Wi-Fi®
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/e/k/r/v, supports Wi-Fi 6, seamless roaming
Location
GPS (A-GPS), GLONASS (A-GLONASS), Galilleo, Beidou
NFC
supported
I/O Ports
USB-C (USB3.1) / 16-pin interface
Playback
Audio: MP3, PCM, AAC/AAC+/eAAC+, WMA, FLAC, ALAC, Vorbis, AIFF, APE Video: H.264, MPEG-2 (non-secure only), VP9 (8-bit and 10-bit), HEVC (8-bit and 10-bit), HEIF/HEIC
Sensors
P/L sensor, Accel, Gyro,E-compass, Barometer
Apps included
Google apps, LWP (Lone Worker Protection ),customkey
SIM card
Nano SIM + eSIM
Accessories(Optional)
Desktop Charger, 16-pin PTT headset / RSM, Belt clip
Certification
IP68 & MIL-STD 810H
The RG540 RugGear 5G Smartphone for MCPTX is designed to meet the demands of various markets that require rugged, reliable products. Below are some of the key industries where the RG540 is commonly used:
Industrial and Manufacturing, Marine and Offshore, Medical and Healthcare, Military and Defence, Mission Critical Communications, Outdoor and Mobile Computing, Transport and Logistics
These examples highlight the versatility of the RG540 RugGear 5G Smartphone for MCPTX across a range of market applications, with its potential extending far beyond the sectors listed here. For more information or to assess if this Rugged Radio, Rugged Smartphone, SmartPhone fits your specific needs, please contact us.
The RG540 RugGear 5G Smartphone for MCPTX comes with a 1 Year RTB Limited Warranty against defects in workmanship and materials, effective from the date of shipment (unless otherwise agreed in writing).
To receive service under this warranty, the eligible product, RG540 RugGear 5G Smartphone for MCPTX, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the RG540 RugGear 5G Smartphone for MCPTX or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.
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At FB Peripherals, we recognise that every project has its own unique demands. If you have any questions about the Ruggear RG540 or need a custom solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.
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- Wide range of (optional) accessories ideal for professional work environments.
- Mission Critical Push-to-Talk
- 103 dB powerful loudspeaker
- Removable battery

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Frequently Asked Questions
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