Icom IC-GM1600 VHF GMDSS Portable Radio
Icom IC-GM1600 VHF GMDSS Portable Radio Item # 1142167
Description
Icom introduces the IC-GM1600 Marine VHF handheld, designed for GMDSS compliant survival craft communications. The radio is engineered to survive and function in the extreme environmental conditions common in marine emergencies and brings the latest Search and Rescue technology to the marketplace. GMDSS (Global Marine Distress and Safety System) is a multi-function communications system that can automate co-ordinate and facilitate the Search and Rescue process. The IC-GM1600 features waterproof construction, designed to IP-X7 specifications with a new, "Speed Water Removal" function that quickly sheds water from the speaker system, assuring you sharp, clear communications even in the worst conditions. All knobs are sized for quick operation and the large, well-labelled buttons feature a positive action "feel" with a programmable beep tone for sure operation. The IC-GM1600's high-intensity LCD read out offers high-contrast, wide-angle readability with 4 levels of contrast and 3 levels of backlighting.
Features:
- Meets the strict environmental requirements for survival craft radio
- Optional high capacity Lithium battery, BP-234, has superior low temperature characteristics
- Large keypad with positive button action
- Wide viewing angle LCD display
- One touch access to Channel 16 and call channel
- Highly visible yellow colored body
- Bright LED indicator on the top of panel
- Optional VOX headset for on-board use
Included:
- Battery pack
- AC adapter (BC-147)
- Belt clip (MB-103Y)
- Antenna (FA-S61V)
- Neck strap