Standard Horizon STD-HX500S Waterproof VHF Marine Radio

Standard Horizon STD-HX500S Waterproof VHF Marine Radio Review

Standard Horizon STD-HX500S Waterproof VHF Marine Radio Feature

• Handheld marine VHF radio factory programmed with all U.S., Canadian, and international channels
• Supports NOAA weather channels; programmable scan mode monitors most-used channels
• Dual Watch mode simultaneously scans selected channel and emergency channel 16
• Emits high-intensity S.O.S. strobe light; dedicated channel 16/9 key; user-changeable channel names
• Waterproof polycarbonate chassis; measures 2.36 x 4.09 x 1.2 inches (W x H x D); 3-year warranty

Standard Horizon STD-HX500S Waterproof VHF Marine Radio Overview

HX500S VHF handheld radio with loud speaker audio (can be heard in noisy environments), large volume knob, selectable 5/2.5/1 watt transmit power output, submersible to 3 feet for 30 minutes, supplied with 1400mAh Ni Hd battery, AC/DC trickle chargers with cradle, huge channel display with programmable channel names, programmable scanning and dual watch, NOAA weather alert, low battery indicator, preset key used to recall up to 8 favorite channels, SOS strobe light and key lock

Standard Horizon STD-HX500S Waterproof VHF Marine Radio Specifications

Keep on top of emergencies while staying in touch with other boaters with the Standard Horizon STD-HX500S handheld two-way VHF radio. Specifically designed for marine use, the HX500S is factory programmed with all U.S., Canadian, and international marine channels, keeping you fully informed of all the latest oceanic activity. At the same time, the radio receives several weather channels from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA), so you can learn about approaching storms or hurricanes well before they hit. And thanks to the programmable scan function, you can browse any of your most-used channels with the press of a button.

As with any well-built marine radio, the HX500S is rugged and fully waterproof, with an impact-resistant polycarbonate chassis that can withstand submersion in 1 meter of water for 30 minutes. Users can also amplify their scanning functions with the Dual Watch mode, which lets you scan a selected channel and emergency channel 16 simultaneously, and the Priority Scan mode, which lets you monitor several channels along with channel 16. The Dual Watch and Priority Scan modes are essential for safety-conscious boaters who don't want to miss a potential distress call. Other operational details include an NOAA weather alert function that notifies you of impending severe weather, a dedicated channel 16/9 key, user changeable channel names, and a high-intensity strobe light that emits the internally recognized S.O.S. signal during emergencies.

When you're not using the radio, simply drop it in the included charging cradle, which will keep the rechargeable NiMH battery operating at full capacity. And because dead batteries can be a serious safety hazard on the water, the HX500S sports a battery life indicator on the LCD that warns you when the battery needs charging. A final bonus stems from the radio's 700 mW speaker output, which lets you hear communications even in noisy environments. Also compatible with optional speaker microphones and headsets, the HX500S radio measures 2.36 by 4.09 by 1.2 inches (W x H x D) and is backed by a three-year warranty.

What's in the Box
HX500S two-way radio, charging cradle, NiMH battery, 12-volt charger, AC charger, user's manual.

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