PNI DS890

The PNI DS890 is a rugged, handheld, floating VHF marine radio station designed for maritime communication and safety. Watch this product overview to see the radio’s interface, floating capability, and active features in action: 55sPNI DS890 portable marine radio station PNI Europe Key Features & Capabilities Float and Flash Security: The device is IP67 waterproof and designed to buoyantly float if dropped overboard. It features a built-in water sensor that triggers the keys and screen to flash red to help you locate it quickly in water. Multi-Region Channels: It includes 88 channels per group across International, USA, and Canadian frequencies, alongside 10 dedicated weather channels with live emergency alert scanning. Dedicated Emergency Key: Instant access to Channel 16, the dedicated marine distress and calling frequency. Adaptive Transmission Power: Users can switch between 5 Watts maximum power for long-range communication (up to 5 miles) and 2W power to preserve battery life. Enhanced Audio: Equipped with a Noise Reduction Circuit (NRC) and a 9-level adjustable squelch to isolate clear voice communication from ambient ocean and wind background noise. Customizable Display: A large 1.8-inch LCD screen offers adjustable brightness and 7 selectable background colors to fit varying day or night conditions.Core Technical Specifications Frequency Range (TX): 156.025 MHz – 163.275 MHz Frequency Range (RX): 156.025 MHz – 157.425 MHz Battery Power: 7.4V, 1800mAh rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack Operational Utilities: Dual Watch (monitoring two channels simultaneously), Busy Channel Lockout (BCL), Roger Beep, and a 5-ringtone Call function.