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Standard Horizon HX890e Floating DSC Handheld VHF Radio Navy Reviews

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The HX890 Floating DSC handheld VHF radio takes all the features from the popular HX870 and adds some great new features in a new rounded case with the same rugged waterproof design as its predecessor.  New Feature - Scrambler 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.  New Feature - FM Receiver 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. Easy to Operate Icon/Menu System Forget about trying to memorize the owners manual. A brand new Easy to Operate Menu system makes this the most intuitive handheld on the market. DSC calling, position sharing, waypoint and route navigation, navigation to DSC distress call can all be performed with just a few simple steps. GM (Group Monitor) using DSC Group Position Call This new ADVANCED feature allows you to continuously track and display position information of up to 9 pre-selected vessels. Their position information is displayed on the compass page relative to your location on the display. Water Activated Emergency Strobe Light If the radio falls in the water an emergency strobe light is automatically activated, even when the unit is turned off!!! The strobe can be reconfigured to flash on and off, flash SOS, or set to stay on continuously. Integrated 66 Channnel WAAS GPS receiver A highly sensitive 66 channel WAAS GPS receiver allows the HX890 to lock on to a position quickly and accurately. With position information displayed clearly on the display the user will be able to share position information using DSC and navigate to waypoints using the waypoint navigation feature of the radio. Oversized full dot matrix display The HX890 boasts one of the largest displays in a hand held VHF radio. Measuring 1.7" wide by 1.7" tall, or 2.3" diagonal. With a larger display, greater (dot matrix) resolution, and a super bright backlight there will be no mistaking the information displayed on the face of the radio day or night. Features 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 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 3 Year Waterproof Warranty The feature packed HX890 comes packaged with all the accesories including the rechargeable Li-Ion battery, Alkaline battery tray, AC wall charger, charging cradle, 12V charger, PC programming cable and belt lip with lanyard, and it's backed by a 3 year waterproof warranty.

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Would you recommend this product to a fellow boater? Yes
What activity do you use this for? Motor/Power Boat
Location Barmouth
Some of the functions are way beyond me, I bought it for the DSC function. I can rest assured that if I drown the radio will be found in good condition due to it's waterproof properties and dsc function.
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Posted 3 months ago
How would you rate the quality of this product?
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Would you recommend this product to a fellow boater? Yes
What activity do you use this for? Motor/Power Boat
Very pleased with my choice for first radio. Lots of features I probably won't use, ie navigation, but the basics, channel scanning, dsc, way point marking etc is very good. Sending an undesignated alert is very straightforward, but was surprised by the number of button presses required for fire, mob etc not difficult once you know. Signal and battery have both been excellent so far
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Posted 10 months ago
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Would you recommend this product to a fellow boater? No
What activity do you use this for? Sail
Mine stopped charging after 6 weeks and had to be sent back to force 4. Force 4 have been very good dealing with the problem, with a very slick route of return. The radio itself is ok before it broke.
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Posted 10 months ago
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Would you recommend this product to a fellow boater? yes
What activity do you use this for? Kayaking
Location Dorset
Planning to do some kayak fishing of and around Dorset coast this Vhf radio covers everything I need in case of any type of emergency from Dsc to setting way points and using as a plotter if reqd to get me home.
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Posted 3 years ago