Communications firm, Sena have recently launched their latest intercom system, the range-topping 30k with Mesh Intercom™ technology. Allowing more ways to connect with friends and other riders seamlessly and hands-free. We’ll be testing one over winter to compare against the Sena 20S we’ve been using for the last two years. Here’s a look at the key features of the 30K.
Three ways to connect
- Sena’s Mesh Intercom™ technology allows automatic connection to a virtually limitless number of 30K users: a ‘private mode’ allows users to invite and communicate with up to 16 riders at a range of up to 2km (1.2 miles); there’s also the option to allow an endless number of ‘guests’ to listen in.
- It also means more stable connections – if a rider goes out of range, the rest of the group stays connected while the 30K automatically searches for and reconnects to the ‘lost’ rider once back in range.
- In addition, the 30K is Bluetooth 4.1 enabled and can connect to up to three other Sena and non-Sena Bluetooth devices, at the same time as Mesh Intercom™ devices.
- The Sena RideConnected App allows users to communicate with a virtually limitless amount of riders worldwide, over an infinite range, providing they’re connected to a mobile network.
Multitask
Audio Multitasking™ technology allows users to hold a conversation, while simultaneously streaming smartphone music or listening to the built-in FM radio, taking phone calls, or hearing GPS navigation. The 30K also takes away the frustration and distraction of different functions ‘cutting in’, because the audio features won’t interrupt one another, but simply ‘overlay’ for a smoother listening experience.
Hands-free and stress-free
The 30K can be operated completely hands-free using voice commands, so the rider can move through music, phone, and intercom features without taking his or her hands off the bars or their concentration away from the road.
A quick charge feature means that, in just 20 minutes, users get 5 hours of Bluetooth intercom use, or 3 hours Mesh Intercom™ use.
The 30K is water resistant and compatible with Sena’s optional handlebar remote control, as well as all the 20S clamp accessories.
The Utility App (for iPhone and Android) means owners can configure device settings and access a quick user guide with ease.
The Sena 30K comes in either single or twin unit packs, each containing everything needed to get up and running. A single unit costs £289.99, while the twin pack retails at £499.99, save some cash on the purchase price by buying a twin pack with a friend.
Contact
For full specifications and to view the complete Sena range contact Motohaus Powersports at Motohaus
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Being only water resistant, did the good ol’ British weather cause any problems with the 20S units?
And any idea if Sena and that other company (cough,cardo,cough) were to, heaven forbid, think of the rider and make their mesh networks compatible with each other, would it be doable through a firmware upgrade, or would we have to wait for the next models? (Yeah, I know. That second question is a bit of a long shot one but, you know, if you don’t ask and all that..,)
PS Merry Christmas to you all at SLUK and all the best for the New Year. Onwards ‘n’ upwards!