Two Way VHF Radios - Navigation and Communication
Two-way VHF radios provide short-range voice communication between ships, shore stations, ports, pilots and marine emergency services. Marine units may include fixed-mount DSC/GMDSS radios and waterproof handheld radios for bridge, deck and survival-craft operations.
ProShipWorks provides end-to-end support to source and supply Two Way VHF Radios for marine vessels, ship operators, industrial facilities, maintenance teams and procurement departments.
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Product Information
| Product Name | Two Way VHF Radios |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Navigation and Communication |
| Product Reference | 768 |
| Brands / Manufacturers | Icom, Jotron, Standard Horizon, SAILOR |
| Unit of Measure | Piece |
Key Features
| Key Feature |
|---|
| 1. Marine VHF channels in the 156–163 MHz band |
| 2. Transmit power commonly selectable between 1 W and 25 W |
| 3. Push-to-talk voice communication with adjustable squelch |
| 4. DSC distress, urgency, safety and routine calling on equipped sets |
| 5. Waterproof, floating or intrinsically safe options available |
Applications of Two Way VHF Radios
| Application |
|---|
| 1. Bridge-to-bridge and bridge-to-shore communication |
| 2. Port operations, pilotage and vessel traffic services |
| 3. Emergency, survival-craft and GMDSS communication |
Models & Manufacturers
| Model | Manufacturer |
|---|---|
| IC-M73 | Icom |
| IC-M94D | Icom |
| HX890 | Standard Horizon |
| TRON TR30 | Jotron |
| SAILOR 3965 VHF | SAILOR |
Technical Specifications
| Model | Specification | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| IC-M73 | Frequency band | 156.025–163.275 | MHz |
| IC-M73 | Transmit power | 1 or 6 | W |
| IC-M94D | Transmit power | 1 or 6 | W |
| IC-M94D | Integrated functions | DSC and AIS receiver | — |
| HX890 | Transmit power | 1 or 6 | W |
| TRON TR30 | Equipment type | GMDSS portable VHF | — |
Standards, Certifications & Class Approval
Review the available standards and approval information relevant to the product. Actual certification, material traceability, inspection and classification requirements depend on the product type, intended application and purchasing specification.
| Applicable Standards & Certification | Applicable requirements may include IMO SOLAS Chapter IV, GMDSS carriage requirements, ITU Radio Regulations, ITU-R M.493 for DSC, IEC 61097-12 for survival-craft portable VHF equipment, and regional marine radio approvals such as CE/RED or FCC, depending on model and installation. |
|---|---|
| Class Approval | Type approval is model- and configuration-dependent. Marine-approved equipment may be accepted by DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, Bureau Veritas, ClassNK and other recognized authorities. Verify the manufacturer's current type-approval certificate for the vessel flag and class requirements. |
Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information
| Installation Notes | Install fixed radios in a dry, accessible bridge location with suitable ventilation, DC supply protection, grounding and an approved marine VHF antenna. Locate the antenna clear of obstructions and follow the manufacturer's cable, connector and separation requirements. Register and program MMSI and vessel details only by authorized personnel. |
|---|---|
| Maintenance Tips | Inspect casing, controls, battery, antenna, coaxial connectors and mounting hardware regularly. Charge and capacity-test rechargeable batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Perform scheduled radio, DSC and GMDSS tests, and keep software, channel plans and service records current. |
| Safety Notes | Use only authorized marine channels and observe radio regulations. Do not transmit without a properly connected antenna. Keep distress and safety channels available, protect personnel from close-proximity RF exposure, and use intrinsically safe equipment where hazardous-area certification is required. |
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