Standard Horizon STD-HX370S Handheld Marine VHF Radio
by Standard Horizon
List Price: $249.99 $149.99At Amazon on 11-3-2008.
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Handheld marine VHF radio factory programmed with all U.S., Canadian, and international channels
Supports all NOAA weather channels; compatible with 40 commercial Land Mobile Radio LMR channels
Channel scanning for all or programmed channels; monitors emergency channels and NOAA weather alert
Oversized LCD display with channel names; S.O.S. distress beacon viewable from up to 1 mile away
Includes NiMH battery and drop-in charger; measures 2.3 x 3.7 x 1.2 inches W x H x D; 3-year warranty
Product Description
Keep on top of emergencies while staying in touch with other boaters with the Standard Horizon STD-HX370S handheld two-way VHF radio. Specifically designed for marine use, the HX370S is factory programmed with all U.S., Canadian, and international marine channels, keeping you fully informed of all the latest oceanic activity. At the same time, the radio offers a host of weather channels from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA), so you can learn about approaching storms or hurricanes well before they hit. And if that weren't enough, it's also compatible with up to 40 commercial Land Mobile Radio (LMR) channels with CTCSS or DCS signaling, though a Standard Horizon dealer will need to program the channels (and users are responsible for obtaining the appropriate FCC license).
As with any well-built marine radio, the HX370S is rugged and fully waterproof, with a compact design that can withstand submersion in 1 meter of water for 30 minutes. It's also a breeze to browse through the channels using the scan function, either without priority (starting from lowest to highest) or while monitoring emergency channels 16 and 9 and the NOAA weather alert, which warns you of inclement conditions. Other operational details include a Preset key that easily recalls your eight most-used channels, an oversized LCD with channel names, and a high-intensity strobe light that emits the internally recognized S.O.S. signal during emergencies--a must for any boater. The S.O.S. beacon can be seen from up to 1 mile away.
When you're not using the 5-watt radio, simply drop it in the included charging cradle, which will keep the rechargeable NiMH battery operating at full capacity (the radio lasts for roughly 18 hours per charge). Also included is a waterproof alkaline battery tray, a 12-volt charger, and an AC charger. And because dead batteries can be a serious safety hazard on the water, the HX370S sports a battery life indicator on the LCD that warns you when the battery needs charging. Also compatible with optional speaker microphones, headsets, and voice scramblers, the HX370S radio measures 2.3 by 3.7 by 1.2 inches (W x H x D) and is backed by a three-year warranty.
Included with this Product HX370S two-way radio, charging cradle, submersible AA alkaline battery tray, NiMH battery, 12-volt charger, AC charger, belt clip, user's manual.
Product Description
Submersible 5 watt marine portable VHF marine handheld radio with 40 programmable land mobile, channels with CTCSS and DCS signaling, selectable 5/2.5/1 watt transmit power output, submersible to 3 feet for 30 minutes, supplied with 1400 mAh Ni-Hd battery, battery tray, AC/DC chargers with cradle, quick draw belt clip, programmable scanning/dual watch, NOAA weather and alert, low battery indicator, SOS strobe light and key lock.