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Standard Horizon HX40E Handheld VHF with FM Radio Reviews

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The new HX40E is only 52mm wide by 95mm high by 33 mm deep making it the smallest marine handheld Standard Horizon have ever produced. Despite its small size, it still offers 6W of output power and delivers a loud 600mW of audio output. HX40E Handheld VHF Features Floating (When fitted into the optional flotation case SHC-29 - product code 200466) Ultra Compact case design: 2.05"W × 3.74"H × 1.3"D 6W transmit power output (Selectable 6/2.5/1W) 600mW Loud Audio Output Multi-Watch (Dual Watch and Triple Watch) Preset key used to recall up to 10 favorite channels Easy to Operate Menu System Scanning operation and Multi-Watch (Dual Watch and Triple Watch) CH16/S Quick Access (S: Sub-channel) Built-in Lithium Polymer Battery Pack (7.4V, 1850mAh) NOAA Weather Channels with Weather Alert FM Broadcast Radio Receiver with break through VHF transmission on Dual watch mode ATIS setting for inland Waterways 3 Year Waterproof Warranty Ultra Compact Case Design Measuring 2.05" W x 3.74" H x 1.3" D the new HX40 is about the size of a deck of playing cards. Making this portable radio easy to fit just about anywhere. Better Resolution (Dot Matrix) Display The HX40 comes with a very visible Dot Matrix display with a very clear, very bright fully backlit display. E2O Easy to Operate Menu System New intuitive menu system allows easy access to all of the setup functions of the radio, making it easy to customize settings based on the preferences of the user Built in FM Broadcast band receive The HX40 has an expanded receiver allowing the user to tune in to their favorite FM radio station. The radio will receive FM broadcast bands between 76 MHz to 108 MHz. When the VHF is set to Dual Watch mode incoming VHF transmission will interrupt the FM radio. 3-year Waterproof Warranty Because the HX40 is built better, it’s backed better. If your Standard Horizon HX40 ever fails for any reason including water damage during normal use in the first three years, STANDARD HORIZON will repair or replace it free, without hassle or charges. Specifications  RF Power Output: 6W (HI), 2.5W (MEDIUM), 1W (LOW) Waterproof: Submersible (IPX7 - 1m for 30 minutes Battery:  Built-in Lithium Polymer 1850mAh  Case size (WxHxD) mm: 52 x 95 x 33 Weight: 230g In The Box HX40E Transceiver CAT460 Antenna SAD-23U Mains Adapter SBH-27 Charger Cradle E-DC-19A 12V Cigar Lighter Plug Charging Cable Belt Clip Hand Lanyard Owners Manual

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Would you recommend this product to a fellow boater? yes
What activity do you use this for? Dinghy
Location Cambridge/Felixstowe UK
HX40E fits neatly into a buoyancy aid pocket, so it's out of the way for dinghy sailing. It's there if you need it. It does not float, so tie a lanyard to it. Very easy to set up and use.
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Posted 3 years 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? Sail, Motor/Power Boat, Kayaking
Location Sussex
Very compact pocket size radio Good screen clarity
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Posted 3 years ago