PNI-DS890W

The PNI DS890W is a portable handheld VHF marine radio walkie-talkie designed for safety and communications on the water. Key Specifications & Hardware Frequency Range: Transmits at 156.025–163.275 MHz and receives at 156.025–157.425 MHz. Channels: Features 88 channels across International, US, and Canadian channel groups, plus emergency Channel 16 and 10 dedicated weather channels. Adjustable Output Power: Can switch between 5W maximum transmission power for long distances and 2W to preserve battery life. Battery: Comes equipped with a 7.4V 1800mAh Li-Ion battery and includes a desktop charging cradle. Display: Features a 1.8-inch LCD screen with 7 adjustable backlight colors for nighttime visibility. Crucial Marine Safety Features Floating & IP67 Waterproofing: The device safely floats if dropped overboard and is rated IP67, making it dustproof and capable of surviving temporary water immersion. Water Flash Alarm: Integrated water sensors automatically trigger the screen and keypads to flash red when hitting the water, allowing you to spot and retrieve the floating radio quickly. Audio Clarification: Built with a 9-level adjustable squelch and a digital Noise Reduction Circuit (NRC) filter to eliminate wind and motor background noise during weak reception. Monitoring & Alerts: Supports Weather Alerts for instant emergency notices, Dual Watch (monitoring two channels simultaneously), and dedicated Favorite Channel scanning.