
ICOM–GM1600 Survival Craft Handheld VHF Radio
$749.99
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Specs
GM1600 Survival Craft Handheld VHF Radio
Name | Value |
---|---|
Battery Life | 8 Hours |
Waterproof | Yes |
Transmit Power | 2/1 Watt |
Battery Type | Lithium-Ion |
Dimensions | 2 9/16" Width x 5 3/4" Height x 1 3/4" Depth |
Features | Shock Resistent |
Warranty Details | Three Years Waterproof |
Product Overview
The GM1600 meets the strict environmental requirements for survival craft radio.
The GM1600 meets temperature, thermal shock, vibration and drop resistant (from 1 meter height) requirements. After passing those environmental tests, the IC-GM1600 retains 1 meter depth waterproof construction as specified by IMO resolutions A.809(19), A.694(17), MSC149(77) and related specifications. Optional high capacity Lithium battery, BP-234 (sold separately), has superior low temperature characteristics. Provides more than eight hours operating time even at -20°C.
Key Features
- Operation instructions are printed on the rear panel
- All operation can be made with one hand
- One touch access to Channel 16 and call channel
- Highly visible yellow colored body
- Bright LED indicator on the top of panel
- LCD display has a wide viewing angle
- Large keypad with positive button action
- Wide viewing angle LCD display
- Transmit Power: 2W/1W (Hi/Low)
- Battery Life: Over 8 hours (Duty cycle: Tx: Rx: Stand-by = 6: 6: 48)
- Battery Type: 3300mAh Lithium-Ion
- Receiver Performance: Sensitivity: 0.25μV typ. Intermodulation rejection: 70dB
What's in the Box
- GM1600
- Neckstrap
- Battery charger (BC-173)
- Belt clip (MB-103Y)
- Power adapter (BC-147SA/SE)
- Li-ion battery pack (BP-252)
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