VHF Transceiver

The Furuno FM-8800 VHF is a high quality, all-in-one marine VHF radiotelephone designed to comply with the GMDSS carriage requirements for safety and general communications. All the necessary functions such as a 25 Watt VHF radiotelephone, a Class A DSC modem and a CH 70 Watch Receiver are incorporated into the compact transceiver unit. The FM-8800S offers simplex/semi-duplex, the FM-8800D offers simplex/full-duplex voice communications with superb voice quality. For easy readout of a selected channel, the silver-bright LCD on the front panel indicates the channel numbers with large and easy-to-read characters. The dedicated rotary control and numeric keys make selecting channels easy. Other standard features are instant access to CH 16, telephone call via a PSTN, Dual Watch and Multiple Watch functions, which allows watch on CH 16 and other selected channels.Full Class A DSC functions are provided for distress alert transmission and reception, as well as the general DSC communications. The FM-8800 maintains a continuous watch on CH 70 even while you are using another VHF channel. Upon receiving an incoming DSC message, the FM-8800 gives audible and visual alarms. ATIS is standard for use on European inland waterways. It automatically transmits the ID number. The ATIS mode and DSC mode are selectable through the menu. The FM-8800 has two types of handsets: a compact hand MIC and a stylish handset. Up to four handsets can be additionally connected via an optional junction box. Each handset also functions as an intercom for onboard communication. The compact transceiver unit allows a flexible and space saving installation on a navigation console or the conning position. Flush mount installation is also available. Features Fully meets ITU, IEC, ETSI, IMO for GMDSS and other national standards Compact all-in-one unit design includes a 25-Watt radiotelephone, Class A DSC modem and CH70 watch receiver Superb voice quality with lower-noise-designed speaker Dual/multiple watch on selected channels while monitoring CH16 Quick access to CH 16 key Automatic entry of own ship position and time from GPS navigator ATIS mode available for European inland waterways Connects to an office or home via an existing PSTN Simple interface with printer and VDR (no need for a dedicated junction box)