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VHF680 Class D DSC VHF Radio, Black
- Model # 12019147 | Manuf. # VHF680BK
- In Stock Online: Available for immediate shipment.
Featuring a huge green backlit 3" LCD display, built-in 25-watt loudhailer with intercom and a full range of premium features, the VHF680 is a quality VHF radio. Includes PA and all preprogrammed fog signals, GPS intuitive, scramble capable, Class D DSC with all 2011 DSC upgrades, including position send and request capabilities. Preprogrammed with all USA/international and Canadian marine channels-programmable scanner and Triple Watch Plus emergency channel monitoring, NOAA emergency/weather alert with S.A.M.E. encoding, speaker mic with one-touch for emergency channel 16/9 key and up/down channel select. Uses GPS info to recommend proper channel mode (U.S., Canada or international) and proper fog blast pattern. Text display shows channel names, radio menu and DSC features.
- Channel Selection: Rotary knob
- Controls: Vol. squelch, backlit keypad
- Mic Controls: Backlit ch. up/down, 16/9/Tri
- Display Type: Full dot matrix 3" LCD
- Scanning Modes: Programmable, Triple- and Dual-watch
- Weather Alert: S.A.M.E. Weather Alert
- Receiver Performance: Sensitivity: 0.25µV; Rejection: 70dB
- Draw: 0.5A for standby, 5A for transmit NMEA Interface:
- NMEA 0183 in/out, PA out, remote speaker
- Dimensions: 6 1/2"W x 4 1/4"H x 4 1/4"D
- Waterproof: Mfr.-rated IPX8 submersible PLUS
- Warranty: Three-year waterproof
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REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 5 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
25%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Clear signal (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Primary use:
- Personal (3)
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Pros
- None
Cons
- Can't Stop Low Batt Alarm
- Needs Noise Cancelling
- NMEA 0183 doesnt work
- No tech support
Best Uses
- Target Pratice
- Throwing In Trash
Comments about VHF680 Class D DSC VHF Radio, Black:
Purchased the radio because it is was a cheaper version of the Icom I should have and will buy now.
The wiring to the chart plotter is set up correct and when tested with another radio it works but with this radio it does not work.
I tested radio and confirmed that the Radio was not accepting GPS data from the chartplotter. I called west marine support number on listing above told to call uniden direct and given the wrong number by west marine. Called uniden and they told me it was my wiring and they had no idea what the problem was and was not interested in helping me. I said this was a known issue and that it was on this webpage and he said he didn't care. this is a junk radio and stay away spend the money and get an ICOM!
There is not a fix I will return for a refund today New Icom Is already on order.
- Primary use:
- Business
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Comments about VHF680 Class D DSC VHF Radio, Black:
Purchased the radio because it is exact replacement for a Uniden um525 which no longer works. The wiring to the chartplotter (Garmin 5212) is exactly the same but does not work. If there is not a fix I will return for a refund.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Clear Signal
- Easy To Use
- Good Audio
Cons
- Can't Stop Low Batt Alarm
- Needs Noise Cancelling
Best Uses
- Boating
Comments about VHF680 Class D DSC VHF Radio, Black:
Had mine for just over a year now and have had no problems what so ever. The labels for connections to the GPS for networking is not clear but one 2 minute call to the support line and that was all it took. Use it almost every weekend rain or shine. Just wish I could Turn off the low battery alarm. If the engine is off it says there is low voltage.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Clear Signal
Cons
- NMEA 0183 doesnt work
Best Uses
Comments about VHF680 Class D DSC VHF Radio, Black:
Hooked up the NMEA 0183 line for GPS communication with a Garmin 5012 Chartplotter. It didn't work so I returned it for another one. Same hook up didn't work. Took both the units to a company to be tested and they confirmed that the Radio was not accepting GPS data from the chartplotter. They also confirmed that other radios worked. A DSC radio that does not communicate with a chartplotter is not worth having!
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Clear Signal
- Easy To Use
- Good Audio
- Lightweight
- Rugged
Cons
Best Uses
- Boating
Comments about VHF680 Class D DSC VHF Radio, Black:
Easily installed in boat - excellent product1
- Primary use:
- Personal
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Merchant response: What a frustrating experience. We sincerely apologize for giving you the wrong number to contact Uniden tech support and we can't imagine why Uniden would say the things to you that you report. Since you are already returning the VHF680 I don't know if there's anything more we can do for you. If you feel we can be of service, however, please consider contacting our Customer Care Department at 1-800-262-8464 so we can try to resolve your problem. (International customers please email catintl@westmarine.com or call 1-831-761-4800).