Humminbird VHF55sc Portable Marine Radio

The ergonomically designed Hummingbird VHF55sc Hand-held Radio provides a complete mobile marine communications solution with the security of a rugged, submersible design that can withstand the harshest of environments. This special waterfowl edition comes with Advantage Wetlands camo casing to give you an extra element of surprise. If you are traveling from boat to boat, or simply don't want to hassle with installation of a more expensive radio solution, then this unit is the perfect companion for any safety-conscious recreational mariner. The VHF55s Plus is constructed with an ergonomic, non-slip rubberized grip, and is submersible to the JIS-7 standard for maximum durability. This unit is built with a large, high-visibility LCD display, and includes all USA, International, and Canadian Marine channels, as well as 10 weather channels with NOAA weather alerts. This hand-held radio allows you to select between five- or one-watt transmit power levels, depending on whether you need to save battery power or achieve a greater range, and includes rotary squelch and volume for fast, accurate tuning. The VHF55s Plus features a fast access channel 16/9 hot key, dual and tri-watch monitor for critical channels, and a backlight for both the display and keys for nighttime operation. This radio also features a signal-strength meter that indicates transmit and receive signal, and a battery-level indicator that shows you your remaining power. This compact unit even has allows normal scan to watch all channels, program scan to watch all memory channels, and a priority scan on 16 critical channels. As a convenience feature, the VHF55s requires six AA alkaline batteries but includes automatic power-saving circuitry to preserve your battery life, and a key-lock that prevents accidental setting changes. The VHF55s Plus comes with the manufacturer's three-year limited warranty. What's in the Box VHF55S radio, alkaline battery compartment, belt clip, and antenna.