Standard Horizon Explorer GX1700W GPS Fixed Mount VHF - White
Explorer GX1700W GPS Fixed Mount - White
Part #: GX1700W
The GX1700 makes DSC easy. With an internal 12 Channel GPS built into the front panel, there is no need to hassle with wiring the radio to a GPS for DSC. Out of the box and ready to go, DSC calling, position sharing, waypoint navigation, navigation to DSC distress calls can all be performed with just a few simple steps. The GX1700 is also capable of entering and saving up to 100 waypoints, which may be selected and navigated to by using a unique navigation compass display which shows your vessels SOG, COG, BRG (Bearing) and DST (Distance) to the waypoint. The Explorer GX1700 has an ultra thin, compact rear case, only 3.5 in depth or half the depth of comparable VHF radios on the market. The GX1700 easily meets and exceeds all the new Class D DSC regulations.
Features:
Part #: GX1700W
The GX1700 makes DSC easy. With an internal 12 Channel GPS built into the front panel, there is no need to hassle with wiring the radio to a GPS for DSC. Out of the box and ready to go, DSC calling, position sharing, waypoint navigation, navigation to DSC distress calls can all be performed with just a few simple steps. The GX1700 is also capable of entering and saving up to 100 waypoints, which may be selected and navigated to by using a unique navigation compass display which shows your vessels SOG, COG, BRG (Bearing) and DST (Distance) to the waypoint. The Explorer GX1700 has an ultra thin, compact rear case, only 3.5 in depth or half the depth of comparable VHF radios on the market. The GX1700 easily meets and exceeds all the new Class D DSC regulations.
Features:
- Integrated 12 Channel WAAS GPS receiver
- GPS antenna built-in to the front panel allows reception when bracket or flush mounted
- Ultra thin and compact rear case design (3.5 depth)
- Meets ITU-R M493-13 Class D DSC (Digital Selective Calling)
- GPS Compass display
- Navigation (LAT/LON, SOG, and COG) information shown on display
- Submersible JIS-8 1.5M (4.92Ft) for 30 minutes
- Noise canceling microphone with channel UP/DOWN, 16/9 and H/L keys
- NOAA weather channel selection with alert
- Programmable Scan, Priority Scan, and Dual Watch
- Preset Key stores up to 10 favorite channels, with scan function
- Customizable channel names
- Oversized dot matrix display
- NMEA Input and Output of GPS information to other NMEA compatible devices
- Programmable soft keys
- Capable of connecting to a Second Station RAM3 Remote Access Microphone
- Die-cast chassis
- 3-Year Waterproof Warranty
Q:
I boat in the gulf, what is the range I can expect this unit to transmit and receive?
A:
Actual transmission range depends much more on antenna type, gain, and height than on the power output of the transmitter. On a fixed mount 25W radio transmission distances can be greater than 15 miles.
Q:
Does this unit come with a bracket for surface mounting?
A:
Yes it comes with the capability to flush mount the unit.
Q:
Hi what antenna should I use with this vhf radio I have a 17ft.max please let me know so I can finsh my order thanks?
A:
This has a built-in antenna so Standard Horizon does not have a recommended antenna.
Q:
What are the cut out dimensions for flush mounting ?
A:
138 mm x 73 mm, or 5.4 inches x 2.9 inches.
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