GMDSS Equipment
The radio equipment SOLAS-regulated vessels are required to carry. Class A DSC VHF and MF/HF stations, plus the survival craft radiotelephone stored in the lifeboat.
Icom — GMDSS Equipment
4 models in this range from Icom.
GMDSS VHF Transceiver — Class A DSC
The VHF element of a full GMDSS radio station for SOLAS-regulated vessels on international voyages. Class A DSC with a dedicated distress key and a separate receiver that watches Channel 70 continuously.
Specifications
Key Features
- Meets GMDSS carriage requirements for SOLAS vessels
- Independent Channel 70 DSC watch receiver
- Dedicated, guarded distress button
- 100 MMSI entries with 10-character names
- 10 W audio through an external speaker
- Pairs with the GM800 for a complete VHF/MF/HF station
GMDSS MF/HF SSB Transceiver
The MF/HF half of a complete GMDSS station. Where VHF reaches the horizon, MF/HF carries distress and routine traffic over ocean distances, as required for vessels operating in sea areas A3 and A4.
Specifications
Key Features
- Long-range distress and safety communication
- Class A DSC with dedicated distress call
- Covers GMDSS sea areas A3 and A4
- Scanning DSC watch-keeping receiver
- Integrates with the GM600 for a full GMDSS station
- Designed for continuous shipboard duty
GMDSS VHF/DSC Transceiver — MED Approved
An ITU Class A VHF/DSC transceiver carrying European MED wheelmark approval. Built around a large dot-matrix display and oversized controls intended to be usable in rough seas and poor light.
Specifications
Key Features
- Independent DSC receiver monitors Ch 70 while you work another channel
- Seven levels of display backlighting for day and night use
- Large dials and buttons operable in heavy weather and with gloves
- ITU Class A DSC for SOLAS compliance
- European MED wheelmark approved
- Contact us for remaining stock and current alternatives
GMDSS Survival Craft VHF Radiotelephone
The handheld carried in lifeboats and liferafts. It is stored unused for years on a primary lithium battery, then has to work first time — so it is built around reliability and shelf life rather than features.
Specifications
Key Features
- Meets SOLAS survival craft two-way radiotelephone requirements
- Primary lithium battery gives years of standby shelf life
- Separate rechargeable pack for routine drills and training
- Simple large controls usable with cold, wet hands
- High-visibility yellow body, buoyant lanyard
- Built to survive drop and immersion testing
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