Marine Radios - Fixed VHF

ICOM IC-M505 VHF DSC Transceiver with built in AIS

The IC-M505 VHF/DSC marine transceiver and its optional Commandmic HM-162 is inspired by the design of the popular IC-M503E, and provides unrivalled features and performance. The optional HM-162 will allow for full remote control of all the built-in Class D DSC functions of the IC-M505, as well as providing intercom capabilities and other remote functionality including foghorn and a loud hailer.

Improved waterproof construction to IPX8: (1.5 meter/30 min).
Both the IC-M505 and Commandmic HM-162 have an improved waterproof construction to IPX8: (1.5 meter/30 min). This gives them a waterproofing level greater than anything else currently in the market.

Stylish, ergonomic design
The IC-M505 retains 4’ x 6’ dimensions while reducing case depth by 15.6mm. The IC-M505 features large buttons and knobs, which are ergonomically laid out for easy, user-friendly operation. They are also backlit for night time use.

HM-162 Commandmic allows operation of all functions including DSC, Hailer and foghorn from remote station.
The optional HM-162 COMMANDMIC™ provides 2nd station capability. The HM-162 features slim dimensions and a sizeable LCD. By using the central jog dial you can operate all functions of the IC-M505 including DSC operation, loud hailer and foghorn from remote locations such as the cockpit or fly bridge up to a maximum distance of 21.3 metres (70ft).

Hailer function (25W) and auto fog horn function
When connected to a two-way hailer horn, communication with other boats and deck or dock hands is easy. The built-in amplifier increases talk power to 25W making your message loud and clear. Four fog horn patterns are available for the automatic fog horn, adding further to the safety of the vessel.

Built in Class D DSC capability. Separate Ch.70 receiver built in.
The IC-M505 has a built-in Ch 70 receiver, which monitors activity, even while you are receiving another channel. When in an emergency situation, an automated distress call can be sent with a touch of a button.

NMEA Input/ Output for GPS receiver connection.
When connected to an external GPS receiver, the position request and position report functions allow you to exchange ship’s position information. Connected to a suitable GPS potter will allow a visual display of incoming DSC distress alert and position request.

Large LCD with dot-matrix characters
The IC-M505 has a capability of up to 168- character full dot-matrix display that allows a variety of information such as GPS data and DSC emergency data etc. to be seen instantly and easily. With the backlit display, the large 10-keypad buttons and knobs, the IC-M505 is easy to operate.

Loud and clear audio
The IC-M505 features a large speaker that can produce very loud and clear reception without requiring repetition of the message, even over engine or other background noise.
The IC-M505 has excellent receiver performance and calls are remarkably clear and free from noise. The powerful audio output from the front facing speaker further increases the clarity of received calls.

Grey version available
The IC-M505 is available in grey as well as black to blend with your other instruments. Contact Marine sales for more information.

Standard Accessories
Supplied accessories include HM-126RB/RG remote hand microphone, DC power cable, Microphone hanger kit and handbook.
The HM-162 comes supplied with the OPC-1540 Extension cable (6m/20ft) and Microphone hanger kit.

Ideal for a wide range of commercial and leisure users
The unique features and stunning design of the IC-M505 make it an ideal VHF/DSC for a variety of commercial and leisure users. These include motorboat & yacht owners, small commercial boats, fishing boats, HM Coast guard, marine police, small rescue organisations etc.

Other Features

Displays user, ship, or group name etc. when power is turned on.
Microphone (HM-126RB/RG) allows connection from rear panel
Instant access to Ch. 16 and call channel
Convenient “TAG” scanning function with simple add/delete
Voice scrambler (UT-98 or UT-112) options available
Dual watch and Tri-watch functions
Multiple scan functions

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ICOM IC-M603 VHF/DSC Marine Transceiver

This new model IC-M603 VHF/DSC marine transceiver is a direct successor to the award winning IC-M601E and provides unrivalled features and performance. The optional HM-162 allows for full remote control of all the built-in Class D DSC functions of the IC-M603, as well as providing intercom capabilities and other remote functionality including foghorn and a loud hailer.

HM-162 Commandmic allows operation of all functions including DSC, Hailer and foghorn from remote station.
The optional HM-162 COMMANDMIC™ provides 2nd station capability. The HM-162 features slim dimensions and a sizeable LCD. By using the central jog dial you can operate all functions of the IC-M603 including DSC operation, loud hailer and foghorn from remote locations such as the cockpit or fly bridge up to a maximum distance of 18.3m* (60ft), Two Commandmic III’s can be used with the IC-M603 and intercom is possible between Commandmic’s and between radio microphone and Commandmic. *Requires use of two optional OPC-1541 extension cables.

30 Watt 2-way hailer capability
When connected to an external hailer horn, communication with other boats, deck or dock hands is easy. The built-in 30W amplifier increases your talk power making your message loud and clear. Four fog horn patterns are available for the automatic fog horn.

Superior receiver performance
The IC-M603 has excellent receive specifications* which allows weak signals a better chance of being heard over engine or other background noise. The powerful 5.0W (typical) audio output from the front facing speaker further increases the audibility and quality of received calls. * More than 75dB for intermodulation rejection, spurious response and adjacent channel selectivity, and –6dBµ (typical) high sensitivity.

Waterproof construction (1m depth for 30 minutes)
The IC-M603, including the supplied microphone, withstands submersion in up to 1m depth of water for 30 minutes (equivalent to IPX7 waterproofing.*) *except cables

Built-in ITU Class-D DSC
No matter what channel you’re tuned to, a separate and independent receiver inside the IC-M603 continuously monitors Ch. 70. The 10 button keypad allows simple and efficient operation of the DSC emergency functions, vital for your safety at sea.

Position request and position report
Over and above the DSC, your own and other ships’ position data can be exchanged with the position request or position report functions. The received position information can be transferred to external GPS or navigation equipment*. In addition, the polling (request/ reply) function checks whether a specific ship is within the communications range. *NMEA 0183 format is required.

Improved GPS information indication
When connecting to an external GPS receiver, the GPS information indication function shows course and speed data as well as position, date and time on the display.

High Resolution LCD with clear, easy to read characters
The large full dot-matrix display is designed for optimum readability in any lighting condition. With the extra large font, the channel number is maximised on the display and upper and lower case characters can be easily read.

Front and rear panel microphone connection
The speaker microphone can be detached from the front panel and can be connected to the rear panel without any modification. An optional 6.1m (20ft) microphone extension cable, OPC-1000 is available.

Favourite channel function This function allows quicker channel selection. Set the “TAG” channel to the channels used most often. When pushing the up/down buttons on the speaker microphone, only tagged channels are selected and untagged channels are skipped. In addition, the “TAG” scanning function detects only tagged channels.

Other Features
• Dual/tri-watch function for monitoring Ch.16 and/or call channel.
• Backlit LCD and keypad are adjustable in 7 levels
• Optional voice scrambler, UT-112 for private communication.
• 70 programmable channels
• Low voltage indicator.
• AquaQuake draining function emits a vibrating sound and clears water away from the speaker grill.

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