Icom M88 Instrinsically Safe (IS) Handheld VHF Radio Review

Icom M88 Instrinsically Safe (IS) Handheld VHF Radio

  • Battery Type Lithium Ion Capacity – Battery (mAH) 1700 Channels – Available All US, Canadian, International Channels – Other LMR IPX Rating NONE Power – Output (Watts) 5w, 3w, 1w Speaker Mic Yes Waterproof Rating Submersible Weather Alert Yes; IPX Rating NONE; Power – Output (Watts) 5w, 3w, 1w; Speaker Mic Yes; Waterproof Rating Submersible; Weather Alert Yes
  • Battery Type Lithium Ion
  • Capacity – Battery (mAH) 1700
  • Channels – Available All US, Canadian, International
  • Channels – Other LMR

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FCC Approved “Dual Purpose” RadioTough Construction, Superior WaterproofingThe Icom M88 Intrinsically Safe is built tough to withstand hazardous and unhospitable environments at sea and on land. Even if the IC-M88 IS is dropped into water, complete waterproofing* will protect it from harm. The compact and durable body meets military specifications (MIL-STD).*Equivalent to JIS waterproof grade 7. (1m depth for 30 minutes)Waterproof Speaker-MicAn optional waterproof speaker-microphone, the HM-138 IS, provides reliable operation, even with the IC-M88 IS securely on your belt.22 Programmable Channels For Land UseThe IC-M88 IS has 22 programmable channels reserved for land use (146174MHz). Wide/narrow channel spacing is programmable for each channel, and CTCSS and DTCS signaling is built-in.*Appropriate license will be required.Li-Ion battery For Extra Long Battery LifeWith the FM approved, 1700mAh Li-Ion battery pack, get up to 20 hours of talk time* without “memory effect”. A 6 unit rapid charger is optional.*Typical operation; Tx:Rx:Stand-by duty ratio 5:5:90Simple Operation6 clearly labelled buttons on the front panel and the volume/power knob maximize simplicity of operation. Even when wearing gloves, the large buttons are easy to operate. A large, clear LCD with backlighting and backlit buttons make night time operation simple.Intrinsically Safe Version Approved by Factory Mutual Research CorporationThis IS version of the M88 conforms to intrinsically safe rating of the FMRC (Factory Mutual Research Corporation). It can be used in many hazardous marine environments such as petroleum tankers and bulk cargo carrier. Ask your dealer for details.Features:Auto WX scan and WX Alert function (U.S.A. version only)l

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