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Icom IC-M504 Fixed-Mount Marine VHF Radio

Icom IC-M504 Fixed-Mount Marine VHF Radio


Icom Ic M504 Waterproof Dsc Vhf Radio, Gray marine VHF radio is a rugged solidly constructed device that has been built to withstand the rigors of the oceanic environment. This high quality well equipped radio has a host of high specification features that make it a must for the serious mariner. The device features built in Class D DSC (Digital Selective Calling). This allows the user to send information when the distress button is selected and also constantly monitors channel 70 for incoming distress calls. If the device is connected to a NMEA compatible GPS system the device will show GPS and DSC information position data. Also gained if connected to an NMEA GPS system are position request and position report functions. The
Icom Ic M504 Waterproof Dsc Vhf Radio, Gray has a 7 level adjustable backlit LCD display that provides a clear and crisp image in all marine conditions. The front panel of the IC-M504 contains chunky user buttons and a large tuning knob that can be easily manipulated even whilst wearing gloves. The rugged waterproof housing ensures that the device is submersible to a depth of 1.5 meters for 30 minutes and this complies with IPX8 standards. The device has an excellent receiver performance of 80db (typical) for inter-modulation rejection and adjacent channel selectivity. This means that the device is able to pick up a weak signal even between strong stations. The audio output power is also excellent and punches above its weight of 4.5W output power. This ensures that clear and crisp reception is heard, even above engine or other noise. Icoms Force 5 Audio ensures that the speaker built in to the IC-M504 produces excellent sound quality. A very neat feature of the Icom IC-M504 fix-mount marine VHF radio is that it can be connected to an external speaker or horn on the deck of the vessel and the user can then make an announcement via the radios microphone. As with most radios in this class the IC-M504 comes with a duel/tri-watch function and also has a weather alert function that provides alerts for any approaching bad weather and instant access to the emergency channels 16 and 9. The device receives all 10 NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) weather channels and has a useful TAG scanning function with simple add or delete options. For the security minded there is an optional voice scrambler (UT-112) that enables users to communicate privately. The IC-M504 comes with a 3-year manufacturers warranty.


Icom Ic M504 Waterproof Dsc Vhf Radio, Gray

Features:

•    Dual/tri-watch function for monitoring Ch.16 and Ch.9 and other channels simultaneously
•    7 levels adjustable backlit display and keypad
•    Convenient “TAG” scanning function with simple add/delete
•    Optional Voice Scrambler UT-112 for private communication
•    Supplied speaker microphone to draw the speaker to your ear
•    Rear panel microphone available as optional extra
•    Black or gray color versions
•    Programmed with all US, Canadian and International channels
•    Three year manufacturers warrant

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ICOM M36 Floating 6W Handheld VHF Radio

This hand held VHF radio from West Marine – The worlds largest boating supply company! is the perfect instrument to use in marine environments where there is a lot of noise coming from various sources that can interfere with your communication. The IC-M36 ensures that you receive communication clearly by virtue of the features it comes with and which are designed for marine environments. Therefore whether you are in a loud environment or a quiet one this device ensures that your conversation is received clearly. This device also floats when dropped in water thereby ensuring that communication cannot be broken even in such circumstances. This device is therefore the best communication gadget for those who find themselves in marine environments.

This is all enabled by the different features that come with this device, enabling it to achieve superb performance. Its features include:

Clear Voice And Voice Boost

This is vital in marine environments due to the noise that may be coming from different sources and can interrupt communication. The IC-M36 will automatically adjust voice output and input to ensure that external noise does not interfere with the communication process. This device will ensure that you are heard audibly regardless of whether you are in a loud or noisy surrounding.

Floating Feature

This device can float in water which is an important feature considering it is used in marine environments. Therefore even if it falls overboard, you can rest assured that all you have to do is pick it up and continue communicating. This device also floats even when the optional speaker microphone is attached.

Loud Button

This button is particularly useful in marine environments since it gives you an option to achieve maximum volume by a simple push of the button. Therefore in case there is sudden disturbance in the background all you have to do is hit the button and you are able to continue communication without interference. Holding this button also mutes the audio output.

Noise Cancelling Microphone

This device has a sub-microphone that cancels out any unclear noises that may be coming from the main microphone. This enables the IC-M36 to reduce any background noise that usually comes from the microphone and usually affects the transmitted sound. This greatly improves the quality of the communication that is taking place.

Automatic Volume Adjustment

This intelligent feature is quite useful in high noise environments such as near engines since the sub-microphone is able to sense this noise and as a result the IC-M36 automatically increases the volume. This is important since it ensures that your voice is not drowned out in case you do not increase the volume.

Low Power Consumption

The IC-M36 is useful in that it gives out a high radio frequency and audio output. Regardless of this, the device has a high power saving feature that ensures it gives 8 hours of operating time. It comes with a lithium ion battery pack that gives it this long operating time.

Large Buttons And Slim Design

Its buttons are large and easy to use and its slim dimensions make it easy to carry around and comfortable to hold when communicating.

The IC-M36 is the ultimate radio for communication. It is both practical and necessary for anyone who needs to communicate in marine environments.

West Marine – The worlds largest boating supply company!

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