img10894Simrad is launching a new dVHF radio, the RS82, at Southampton International Boat Show 2004. The RS80 dVHF radio range, which already boasts the popular RS86/87 systems will expand with this new system designed primarily for use on motor and sail boats in the leisure sector.

The RS82 offers a practical DSC solution and is fully class D DSC capable. It features an ergonomically designed fully waterproof handset that forms the basis of an easy to use and cost-effective multiple VHF set-up. The waterproof handset features a numeric keypad that makes sending DSC calls as simple as making a phone call and an MMSI directory makes repeat calls easy.

The handset incorporates an integrated loudspeaker as well as the normal earpiece speaker eliminating the need for a separate loudspeaker. The RS82 uses 'black box' technology, which enables the transceiver to be placed almost anywhere on a vessel. This makes it ideal for vessels with smaller dashboards and less space at the helm.

The RS82 is particularly suited to vessels that require a dual station communication system and can be configured in any combination. With two handsets fitted the radio can be used as an intercom system, for example to allow the helmsman to call crew below decks.

The RS82 is an extremely flexible system that utilise SimNet, Simrad's new data sharing and control network, which gives users the ability to share vital information through a single thin cable. SimNet in conjunction with the full iDSC capabilities of the RS82 facilitates the viewing of DSC messages on Simrad's 34, 44 and 54 multi-role units. These messages can be directly acknowledged from the plotters negating the need to physically attend to the VHF to acknowledge alarms.

For more information on Simrad's entire range of VHF and DSC capable VHF systems, visit the Simrad stand (G069) at Southampton International Boat Show.

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