3M PELTOR COMTAC VIII SINGLE COMM HEADSET

The 3M™ PELTOR™ ComTac™ VIII is a direct replacement for the current ComTac™ V generation, featuring many notable updates and improvements, including:

Soundscape: Automatically increases radio and voice prompt volume and reduces radio static to promote speech intelligibility in continuous noise.
Low Profile Headband: Designed to help reduce ‘hot spots’ for better comfort during extended wear and allow for easy transition to helmet mounted comms.
Updated Earcup: Helps provide maximum attenuation while providing more space within the earcup for dual hearing protection.
Mission Audio Profiles (MAP): Helps enhance auditory performance in 5 preset gain settings enabled by frequency-shaping technology.

Key Features

Soundscaping to help with radio communication speech intelligibility.
Earplug mode to help maintain auditory situational awareness when used in combination with earplugs
Advanced listening mode featuring Mission Audio Profiles (MAP) to maximize audibility based on the acoustical environment
Noise-cancelling speech microphone (IP68) for communication in noise (select models)
Environmental listening for auditory situational awareness
Hearing protection to help protect from impulse and steady state noise
Tested in accordance with applicable sections of a variety of military and other standards

Mission Audio Profiles (MAP)

The MAP function provides new advanced ambient/environmental listening modes:

Observation
For maximum auditory awareness and sound detection in a quiet environment when the user is still.
Patrolling
For high situational awareness when walking in a low-noise environment. High volume with reduced high frequencies to limit sounds such as footsteps on gravel, grass moving under feet, or equipment moving on body.
Conversation
Intended to closely approximate open ear listening and sound localization. Ideal setting for extended use when other modes are not needed.
Comfort
For comfort in a noisy environment. Intended for use in periods of loud noise produced by tactical vehicles or air transport, where environmental listening is not prioritized over communications.
Ambient Listening Off
For maximum sound reduction when operating in high noise and monitoring a radio.

Downlead Connectivity

4-pin (U-174 / TP-120) Single-COMM, NATO wired, Amphenol® Nexus®
PELTOR standard connector for backwards compatibility with existing NATO PTTs and direct connectivity to select aircraft intercom systems.

Noise Attenuation

Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) Tested in accordance with ANSI S3.19-1974

Headband with foam cushions: 22 dB
Headband with gel cushions: 23 dB
Helmet attachment with foam or gel cushions on 3M™ Combat High Ballistic Helmet C105HC : 22 dB

Technical Data Specifications:

General:

Model/Region: ComTac VIII/USAC
Ghost Voice Language Options: English (default), Spanish, French, German
Soundscape: Yes
Battery Compartment: Sealed enclosure. Single-sided
Headband Style: Adjustable low profile rubberized band. Convertible to helmet attachment.
Earcup Style: Low profile. Over-the-ear
Speech Microphone Type: Telescope. Dynamic. Noise-cancelling. Waterproof (IP68), 3m / 30 min
Speech Microphone Frequency Response: 200 Hz ~ 7 kHz
Speech Microphone Impedance: Approximately 150 Ohm
Downlead Cable Type / Length: Straight. Kevlar® Spun / Approximately 500 mm.

Downlead Plug Options:

Single Comm: NATO wired Plug type: 4-pin U/174 (-47)
Dual Comm: Plug type: 5-pin U-384/U (-92)

Environmental Listening Function:

Advanced: Mission Audio Profiles (MAP) Default: Observation, Patrolling, Conversation, Comfort, OFF
Classic: 4 Amplification Levels and OFF
Ear Plug Mode: Yes (Approx 9dB gain - only to be used in conjunction with passive earplugs)

Power / Electrical Characteristics:

Battery Type: 2x AAA Alkaline (LR03)
Operating Time: Approximately 50 hours

Military Test Standards:

Environmental Performance: Tested in accordance with applicable sections of MIL-STD-801H
Electromagnetic Interference: Tested in accordance with MIL-STD-461G

Physical Characteristics:

Weight with Batteries: (-09): 294 g (10.37 Oz). (-47): 339 g (11.95 Oz)
Color Options: Coyote Brown (CY) / Charcoal Grey (GE) / O.D Green (GN)

Environmental Characteristics:

Operating Temperature*: -40°F / -40°C to 131°F / 55°C
Storage Temperature: ≤72h: -67°F / -55°C to 159.8°F / 71°C . >72h: -4°F / -20°C to 104°F / 40°C
Product Lifetime: 5 years, excluding batteries, in room temperature
Salt Water Survivability: Salt water (5%) 2m at 30 min
Recommended Storage Conditions: 5 years: Indoor Controlled Climate (<90% humidity)