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Standard Horizon HX890BK VHF-HH
4.4 / 5
Balanced option for paddlers who want a high-confidence all-round setup with strong value retention.
Product Breakdown
STANDARD HORIZON GX1800GB Black 25W VHF/GPS
4.7 / 5
Explorer Series GX1800GB
Deep Dive
Description
- Replaces GX1600/GX1700 Explorer Series radios which will be discontinued
- Second Station RAM Mic compatible
- Built-in GPS
- IPX8 Submersible Design
- E2O Easy to Operate menu system
What We Like
- It has a large, easy-to-read display that shows important information such as the channel number and battery level.
- It has a Class D DSC (Digital Selective Calling) function, which allows you to send a distress signal or communicate with other boats using a unique identification number.
- It has a built-in GPS receiver, so you can see your current location on the display and transmit it to other boats in case of an emergency.
- It has a built-in hailer function, which allows you to make announcements to other boats or people on shore.
- It has a durable construction and is waterproof, making it suitable for use in harsh marine environments.
What To Consider
- It is relatively expensive compared to some other VHF marine radios on the market.
- Some users have reported that the buttons can be difficult to press or that the unit is prone to malfunctioning.
- The built-in GPS receiver may not be as accurate as a standalone GPS device.
01Does it have ais transponder built in?+
No not that I know of.
02If you are going to surface mount this, what is the rough opening?+
The template that is in the back of the manual is 138mm x 73mm. Roughly 5.5 inches wide x 3 inches tall. Use the template when Marking the cut as the rounded edges and precise measurements ensure a perfect fit.
03Is this radio nmea 2000 compatible?+
unfortunately No, not the GX1800 looks like it lacks the internal programming - the GX1850 is NMEA 2000 per page 79 of the owners manual.
04I know this is for marine applications but is it lawful fpr use on a motorcycle?+
I do not know, you may want to ask your local law enforcement.
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