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Quest White QUEST GX1255S 25W VHF with Digital Selective Calling, N0AA Weather Alert, Submersibile and is backed by a 3 year waterproof guarantee. Features: Submersible - Building a submersible radio is no simple task! STANDARD H0RlZ0N utilizes a high impact non-corrosive case, display lens conspicuous waterproof gasketing, waterproof connectors and PCBs protected with Humiseal barrier. Engineered for unparalleled reliability, the H0RlZ0N QUEST exceed submersions of 3 for 30 minutes. Digital Selective Calling - The QUEST meets the lnternationally recognized requirements for SC101 Digital Selective Calling. The DlSTRESS function activates the unattended, continuous digital MAYDAY including vessel identification, Latitude / Longitude and time, to facilitate prompt response. Additional calls that can be made are lndividual, Urgency, Safety, Position Request (reply only). GPS Repeatability - When connected to a GPS receiver the QUEST repeats Latitude and Longitude along with date and time on the radio display. This is a handy way of knowing you position when the radio and GPS are at different locations. Huge LCD - Visibility is enhanced with an enormous LCD with tall, wide digits and obvious information flags that are easy to identify. The LCD and keypad feature 3-step backlighting and 7 steps of LCD contrast adjustment. N0AA Weather Alert, Programmable Scanning and Priority Scan - QUEST highlights scanning of user selected ch

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Stay safe while navigating the coastal waters with the Standard Horizon Quest fixed-mount VHF radio. Specifically designed for marine use, the Quest 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 picks up 10 weather channels from the National 0ceanic and Atmospheric Association (N0AA), so you can learn about approaching storms or hurricanes well before they hit. And because it's nearly impossible to monitor the N0AA channels at all times, the radio includes an audible weather alert tone and visual alarm. The variety of channels and functions make this an essential tool for communicating with other boaters, marinas, the Coast Guard, and commercial towing companies, all of whom can offer live-saving assistance during a crisis. And because VHF radios work on a party line, any boat that's within range can listen in and provide help, or they can relay the signal to a professional that's outside your range.

The Quest comes with a high-quality microphone that meets the same strict waterproof standards as the radio. More significantly, the microphone incorporates Standard Horizon's ClearVoice noise reduction technology, which eliminates unwanted background noises such as engines and wind. The resulting 'loud and clear' transmissions are crisp and easy to understand the first go round, adding to the safety of all involved. Users will also appreciate the handy buttons on the microphone's rubber armor, which deliver immediate access to emergency channels 16 and 9 along with up/down access to the other VHF channels.

The Quest also meets the internationally recognized requirements for Digital Selective Calling (DSC), which allows you to send a distress signal at the touch of a button or exchange position information with other boats or stations. DSC activates a continuous, unattended 'mayday' signal that identifies your vessel, reports your latitude and longitude, and gives the time. Furthering the Quest's safety reputation is its GPS compatibility. When connected to a GPS position receiver, the Quest can send your GPS position to other boats in an emergency, or it can exchange position information with other boats or stations. This life-saving feature saves a ton of time in a crisis, as it helps rescuers locate your craft quickly and efficiently.

Finally, the Quest is a breeze to use thanks to the large, backlit LCD window, which offers tall, wide digits and obvious, easy-to-identify information flags. Should you be confused as to the function of a specific channel, simply check the display. Plus, the Quest offers a variety of channel scanning functions, including Dual Watch (monitors one user-selected channel at the same time as emergency channel 16) and Priority Scan (scans any combination of channels along with a priority channel).

Bundled in an interference-reducing die-cast chassis and wrapped in a watertight black case, the radio keeps on talking even after a full drenching. The radio, which measures 6.31 by 2.5 by 6.31 inches (W x H x D), is backed by a three-year warranty.

What's in the Box
Quest fixed-mount radio, microphone, mounting bracket with hardware, power cord, dust cover, quick-reference card, user's manual.

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