07 June 2007 ~ Raymarine has added to its range of VHF radios with the launch of the RAY218E. This high specification radio is a class D DSC (Digital Selective Calling) transceiver, which transmits a GPS position and digital Mayday when the DSC button is operated.
The RAY218E offers the highest quality reception and transmission, with a number of user-beneficial software features. In addition to clear and easy communication, the RAY218E has NMEA 0183 input, enabling GPS position to 3-decimal precise position, Course over Ground and Speed Over Ground data to be shown on the large dot matrix LCD screen. The NMEA output also means that the RAY218E can display position polling information from radio communications on a chartplotter screen.
With four types of programmable scanning available and Dual, Tri and Quad watch, the RAY218E offers excellent audio output. The main unit can be operated with the speaker microphone mounted remotely if required, and there is the option of an external speaker. The RAY218E features a powerful 30 watt built-in hailer with ’listen back’ capability. The automatic fog horn comes with pre-programmed fog signals, and there is the option of an additional hailer horn.
Raymarine launches high specification Class D DSC RAY218E VHF radio
For complete flexibility, Raymarine also offers an optional Raymic remote station handset. This is designed to serve as a full function second station, and enables full duplex intercom capabilities between the Ray218E and Raymic handset. Like the RAY218E, the Raymic remote microphone has the same soft keys and quick menu access as the main unit, and a large easy to read LCD display. It is submersible to IPX7 standards making it ideal for external use.
The Raymarine Ray218E is a rugged, waterproof unit, which comes with low profile bezel mounting to match the Raymarine E series multifunction displays. It comes with a two year warranty and is available through Raymarine’s international network of distributors.
The Ray218E retails at £349 exc VAT (£410.08 inc VAT) and the Raymic remote control (second station) retails at £89 exc VAT (£104.58 inc VAT). Please check your local Raymarine dealer for the latest price.
For further information contact Chloe Bartle, UK Marketing Coordinator, +44 (0)23 9269 3611 Ext. 1395 or chloe.bartle@raymarine.com or Alice Driscoll at ADPR, Tel +44 (0)1935 826451 or Fax +44 (0)1935 826551 or by email at alice.driscoll@adpr.co.uk.
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June 2007 (RM412)
