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ICOM IC-GM1600E Survival Craft 2-Way VHR GMDSS Radio
The GM1600 Marine VHF handheld is 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. The GM1600’s shock-resistant housing is constructed of a brightly colored dye-injected polymer assuring this essential piece of emergency equipment will always be easy to find in a survival bag, in a life raft, or any other place when you need to find it quickly.
Survival Boat Package (GM1600): Includes dated-and-sealed GMDSS compliant battery (BP-234)
Survival Boat and On-Board Package (GM1600 21K): Includes charger with Li-ion battery (BP-252), and a dated-and-sealed GMDSS compliant battery (BP-234)
FEATURES
Meets Strict Environmental Requirements for GMDSS
The IC-GM1600E meets temperature, thermal shock, vibration and drop resistant (from 1 m height) requirements. After passing those environmental tests, the IC-GM1600E retains 1m depth waterproof construction as specified by IMO resolution MSC.149(77) and other related regulations.
Superior Low Temperature Characteristic Lithium Battery Pack
For survival craft use, the optional BP-234 (non-rechargeable) 3300mAh lithium battery pack provides more than 8 hours* of operating time even at –20°C.
Large Keypad with Positive Button Action
Large buttons and knobs provide tactile feedback for positive operation.
Meets MED 2014/90/EU, “Wheel mark” Requirements
Wide Viewing Sngle LCD Display
A wide viewing angle, high intensity LCD offers extra clear, easy to read characters. The bright LED indicator on the top of panel shows the operating condition clearly.
Easy to Operate even For Unskilled Operators
Operation instructions are printed on the rear panel. All operations can be made with one hand.
Other Features
- One touch access to Channel 16 and call channel
- Highly visible yellow colored body
- Optional VOX headset for on-board use