IC-GM1600E Portable

GMDSS Portable for survival craft

Meets strict environmental requirements for GMDSS
The IC-GM1600E meets temperature, thermal shock, vibration and drop resistant (from 1 m height) requirements. After passing those environmental tests, the IC-GM1600E retains 1m depth waterproof construction as specified by IMO resolution MSC.149(77) and other related regulations.

Superior low temperature characteristic Lithium battery pack
For survival craft use, the optional BP-234 (non-rechargeable) 3300mAh lithium battery pack provides more than 8 hours* of operating time even at –20°C.
* Tx:Rx:Stand-by=6:6:48.

Large keypad with positive button action
Large buttons and knobs provide tactile feedback for positive operation.
Meets MED 2014/90/EU, “Wheel mark” requirements

Wide viewing angle LCD display
A wide viewing angle, high intensity LCD offers extra clear, easy to read characters. The bright LED indicator on the top of panel shows the operating condition clearly.

Easy to operate even for unskilled operators
Operation instructions are printed on the rear panel. All operations can be made with one hand.

Additional features:

• One touch access to Channel 16 and call channel
• Highly visible yellow colored body
• Optional VOX headset for on-board use

RF Output power
2W /1W

Battery life
3300mAh Lithium battery, up to 8 hours & 750mAh Ni-Cd battery

Typical operation
Tx:Rx:Stand-by duty ratio = 5:5:90

Waterproof rating
IPX7

Antenna impedance
50Ω (SMA fixed type)

Frequency range (Tx/Rx)
156.300–156.875MHz

Type of emission​
16K0G3E (FM) 

Power supply requirement
7.2V DC

Dimensions (W×H×D) (Projections not included)
65 × 145 × 44 mm;
29/16 × 523/32 (H) × 123/32 in

Weight (approx.):
385g; 13.6oz (with BP-234)

Operating temperature range
-20°C to °60°C; -4°F to +140°F

• Battery pack, BP-234
• Battery pack, BP-252
• Battery charger, BC-173
• AC adapter, BC-147SA
• Belt clip, MB-103Y
• Antenna, FA-S61V
• Neck strap