Standard Horizon HX891 VHF Radio with GPS & BluetoothView all products in VHF Radio Handheld

If safety is the number one concern out on the water, then look no further, the Standard Horizon HX891BT VHF/GPS/Bluetooth has it all! Built-in GPS and full DSC capabilities give the ability to share position information in the event of an emergency. The built in Bluetooth feature gives the additional advantage of handsfree VHF operation, compatible with the SSM-BT-20 Bluetooth headset and additional aftermarket headset types. The HX891BT is available in two different color options, Black or Navy Blue. Prominent features include a water activated Strobe light as well as two scrambler systems built in to ensure secure communications out on the water. Other notable features include: FM band radio, Switchable daytime or nighttime mode, waypoint and route navigation, Group monitor function utilizing DSC Group position call. Keeping the marine environment in mind the HX891BT has been designed with an ergonomic case design and has been rigorously tested to conform to the Military Standard (MIL-STD-810F). The feature packed HX891BT comes packaged with all the accessories including the rechargeable Li-Ion battery, Alkaline battery tray, 110V wall charger, 220V adapter, charging cradle, 12V charger, PC programming cable and belt clip with lanyard, and it's backed by our industry leading 3 year waterproof warranty.

• Integrated GPS with Full DSC capabilities
• Integrated Bluetooth for handsfree VHF operation
• 6W transmit power output (Selectable 6/ 2/ 1 W)
• 700mW Loud Audio and Noise Canceling Function for both TX/RX audio
• Floating and Rugged case construction conforms to Military Standard (MIL-STD-810F)
• Available in Navy Blue or Black
• Submersible IPX8 Construction and it floats
• DSC (Digital Selective Calling) ITU-R M.493 Class-H Operation
• 1800mAh high capacity Li-ion battery
• Easy to Operate Menu System with a large (1.7’’ x 1.7’’) Full-dot matrix display
• Selectable Display Mode - Day & Night Mode
• Waypoint and Route navigation
• MOB (Man over Board) feature
• Water Activated Emergency “WHITE” Strobe Light
• Two Scrambler Systems built-in – 4-code CVS2500A & 32-code FVP-42
• Versatile Scanning operation (Dual Watch and Triple Watch)
• NOAA Weather Channels with Weather Alert
• FM Broadcast Radio Receiver
• Micro USB Data jack for PC programming
• 3 Year Waterproof Warranty

Bluetooth Capabilities
Now with Bluetooth built-in, the advantages include handsfree operation with VOX controls, compatible with many after-market headset types. Easy onboard 2-way communication great for crew members, and fully compatible with the Standard Horizon SSM-BT20 Bluetooth headset.

Integrated 66 Channel WAAS GPS receiver
A highly sensitive 66 channel WAAS GPS receiver allows the HX890 to lock on to a position quickly and accurately. With position information displayed clearly on the display the user will be able to share position information using DSC and navigate to waypoints using the waypoint navigation feature of the radio. 

Easy to Operate Icon/Menu System
Forget about trying to memorize the owners manual. The Easy to Operate Menu system makes this the most intuitive handheld on the market. DSC calling, position sharing, waypoint and route navigation, navigation to DSC distress call can all be performed with just a few simple steps. 

Water Activated Emergency Strobe Light
If the radio falls in the water an emergency strobe light is automatically activated, even when the unit is turned off!!! The strobe can be reconfigured to flash on and off, flash SOS, or set to stay on continuously. 

GM (Group Monitor) using DSC Group Position Call
This ADVANCED feature allows you to continuously track and display position information of up to 9 pre-selected vessels. Their position information is displayed on the compass page relative to your location on the display. 

Oversized full dot matrix display
The HX891BT boasts one of the largest displays in a handheld VHF radio. Measuring 1.7" wide by 1.7" tall, or 2.3" diagonal. With a larger display, greater (dot matrix) resolution, and a super bright backlight there will be no mistaking the information displayed on the face of the radio day or night.