Standard Horizon HX-890E VHF MARINE RADIO DSC / GPS

Standard Horizon is proud to introduce the brand new HX-890E HIGH END FLOATING CLASS H DSC VHF/GPS. Some prominent new features include two scrambler systems built in, both a 4 code CVS2500A and a 32 code FVP-42 scrambler system ensure secure communications out on the water. Another new feature includes a built in FM Broacast band receiver, during times when radio communication is not necessary, relax with some music on the FM Radio broadcast bands. Other notable features include: Switchable daytime or nighttime mode, waypoint and route navigation, Group monitor function utilizing DSC Group position call.

The new Standard Horizon HX-890E has also been redesigned with a new ergonomic case design, and has been rigorously tested to conform with the Militay Standard (MIL-STD-810F). The feature packed HX890 comes packaged with all the accesories including the rechargeable Li-Ion battery, Alkaline battery tray, 110V wall charger, 220V adapter, charging cradle, 12V charger, PC programming cable and belt lip with lanyard.

Standard Horizon HX-890E VHF marine radio functions:

• 6W transmit power output (Selectable 6/ 2/ 1 W)
• 700mW Loud Audio and Noise Canceling Function for both TX/RX audio
• Rugged case construction conforms to Military Standard (MIL-STD-810F)
• Available in Navy Blue or Black
• Submersible IPX8 Construction and it floats
• DSC (Digital Selective Calling) ITU-R M.493 Class-H Operation
• W2.60’’ x H5.43’’ x D1.50’’ – Round Case Design provides excellent ergonomics
• Built-in Integrated 66 channel WAAS GPS Receiver
• 11-hour Operating Time with 1800mAh high capacity Li-ion battery
• Easy to Operate Menu System with a large (1.7’’ x 1.7’’) Full-dot matrix display
• Selectable Display Mode - Day & Night Mode
• Waypoint and Route navigation
• Group Monitor Function utilizing DSC Group Position Call
• MOB (Man over Board) feature
• Water Activated Emergency “WHITE” Strobe Light
• Two Scrambler Systems built-in – 4-code CVS2500A & 32-code FVP-42
• Versatile Scanning operation (Dual Watch and Triple Watch)
• NOAA Weather Channels with Weather Alert
• FM Broadcast Radio Receiver
• Micro USB Data jack for PC programming

Standard Horizon HX-890E VHF marine radio box contains:

• HX-890E Transceiver
• CAT460 Antenna*1
• SBR-13LI 7.4V 1800 mAh Li-ion Battery Pack
• SAD-25*2 AC adaptor for SBH-32
• SBH-32 Charger Cradle
• E-DC-19A DC Cable with 12 V Cigarette Lighter Plug for SBH-32
• SBT-13 Alkaline Battery Case for AAA x 5
• CLIP-22 Belt Clip
• YS-05-01 Hand Strap
• T9101648 USB Cable
• Owner’s Manual

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