Description
Features
- Built-in Parallel 12 Channel GPS Receiver
- DSC Distress call, Urgency, Safety, Postion Report and Reply and Individual calling
- 6 Watt Transmit power
- Volume & Squelch indication on display
- NMEA output of DSC, DSE, GLL, RMC, GSA, GSV and GGA
- Channel names on display
- NOAA Weather Channels
- SOS Strobe light
- 1150 mAh Rechargeable Li-Ion battery
- 110 VAC and 12 VDC Chargers included
- Position information shown on the display
- Case dimensions: 2.44″W x 5.57″H x 1.61″D
- Keylock
Practical Sailor Awards
Editors Choice Award – September 2009
Shelling out a few extra bucks for a high-end handheld VHF ($140 to $350) will get you added features and upgrades. We tested eight radios in this category in the July 2009 issue, with the GPS-equipped Standard Horizon HX850S taking class honors.
Best Choice Award – July 2009
The HX850S garnered the Best Choice award for its unique features and top-notch performance.
SAIL Magazine 2009 Pittman Innovation Award
