Does this work on marine frequencies? VHF?
831923
Yes it would. As far as tx distance not sure. But should be able to rx without a problem. I haven't upgraded antennas but I just use as a local handheld scanner anyway.
831924
It is a dual band VHF and UHF FM transceiver. Depends on what "marine frequencies" you want to use and whether they are FM or not. The VHF range is 136mhz to 174mhz, so if the marine frequency you are wanting is within that range, and is FM, then yes.
831925
It. should, but it's not legal to use on there. Because it's not type accepted by the Fcc for Comerical use .
1778349
yes it will work to a degree. i use a splitter in reverse to combine a UHF and a VHF antenna. there is signal loss!, but i can live with it. the antenna stores have splitters to combine specific frequencies/bands. it would pay to do some more research and perhaps contact a store to asses your specific intention.
1358799
Answer is yes ... I use on sail boat with digital antenna and pull in all local stations (analog and digital). Also used with cable. Good picture good sound.
1882798
No. This model antenna is specific to UHF frequencies. For VHF at that distance, I'd recommend this &lt;http://is.gd/OhpTQJ&gt;.
1196151
I'm not a expert on antenna's but I have my antenna 20' off the ground on a metal mast and it receives in a 45 t0 50 mile radius on VHF high band and UHF,but the antenna doesn't do well on the 800 MHz band . I have no mountains around me so I'm sure that has something to do with the reception too.
1099273
The only way VHF works is line of sight. To talk more than a couple of miles on land you have to have a very tall antenna on both devices. Way taller than 10'. Talking over water gets you more range but not 35 miles with a handheld. That is a myth. I also own sets that out 6watss of power and they talk marginally further on land but still not 5 miles. We use these units on controlled burns and we have good luck with them on 2-400acre tracts but they will occasionally go out of range. So basically VHF is the best but don't expect big range on anything handheld. Period.
221636
This is not the ideal radio for getting help on the ocean. Someone might be monitoring and answer you, but don't bet your life on it. You will need a radio with a marine band.
221639
Possibly.... but pretty sure you want a vhf marine radio.... check with a boating store that deals with ocen going sailcraft..... (a bit pricer.. but more to what your needs would be)
750108
The radio can transmit and receive on VHF:136-174MHz. The specs are below. The radio allows you to lock out transmit on frequencies that you do not want to transmit on or are not licensed on. Frequency Range: 136-174MHzOutput Power: VHF: 10W/25W/60W1750Hz ToneCTCSS / DCS setting & scanning0-9 SQL grade settingFrequency/Channel scanningHigh/Mid/Low power selectableVoice companderRepeater offset shiftKeypad lock functionContact bookBattery voltage displayDTMF /2 tone/5 toneANI IDRemote kill/ stun/ activate/ reviveEmergenCy alarmWide/Narrow band settingTX inhibitBusy Channel Lock-OutChannel name editingReverse frequencyTalk aroundScrambler - subject to licenseVoice promptTime-out TimerAuto Power offVFO step setting: 2.5/5/6.25/10/12.5/20/25/50kHz The radio can transmit and receive on VHF:136-174MHz. The specs are below. The radio allows you to lock out transmit on frequencies that you do not want to transmit on or are not licensed on. Frequency Range: 136-174MHzOutput Power: VHF: 10W/25W/60W1750Hz ToneCTCSS / DCS setting & scanning0-9 SQL grade settingFrequency/Channel scanningHigh/Mid/Low power selectableVoice companderRepeater offset shiftKeypad lock functionContact bookBattery voltage displayDTMF /2 tone/5 toneANI IDRemote kill/ stun/... » Read More The radio can transmit and receive on VHF:136-174MHz. The specs are below. The radio allows you to lock out transmit on frequencies that you do not want to transmit on or are not licensed on. Frequency Range: 136-174MHzOutput Power: VHF: 10W/25W/60W1750Hz ToneCTCSS / DCS setting & scanning0-9 SQL grade settingFrequency/Channel scanningHigh/Mid/Low power selectableVoice companderRepeater offset shiftKeypad lock functionContact bookBattery voltage displayDTMF /2 tone/5 toneANI IDRemote kill/ stun/ activate/ reviveEmergenCy alarmWide/Narrow band settingTX inhibitBusy Channel Lock-OutChannel name editingReverse frequencyTalk aroundScrambler - subject to licenseVoice promptTime-out TimerAuto Power offVFO step setting: 2.5/5/6.25/10/12.5/20/25/50kHz « Show Less
1631692
Yes it can communicate in the same frequency band (156-157MHZ). HOWEVER, be advised it contains no circuitry to provide of automatic switching to emergency channels and is NOT water proof, (non-submersible) nor even weather resistant. Also it does not have any type of geolocate ID/ALI sending feature. In a pinch when a vessel is in distress I certainly wouldn't want a splash of water taking out my only means of survival safety.
2126582
I am using it on THREE UV-82's and I am THRILLED by its performance on both VHF High band 144-176 MHz and UHF 460-512 MHz. Hope this helps.
222099
Yes. These radios have all US marine VHF channels plus 10 weather channels.
530375
It is not a matter of can you "adapt it" to a CB radio. The antenna is designed for VHF marine band frequencies, not CB
758636
No, it does not. You would need an adaptor to replace the handheld's antenna. If you want capability to connect to a boat antenna, as a professional captain I'd recommend a spare full VHF which will not only connect to the antenna but give 25 watts power vrs 5-6 with a handheld.
2121991
It's rated as a UHF-only antenna. However, it is possible to pick up upper-VHF stations, just not with the same gain as the UHF stations. For example, I can pick up a local real-channel 11 station that's about 40 miles away using this antenna. If your VHF stations are much farther than 40 miles, or if they are below real-channel 10, this antenna probably won't pick those up very well.
1176247
Gary, thanks for the question but I'm unsure? I have not yet even installed this VHF as a major refit has been delayed. All the best
44606
Yes you can, but "also" means no. The connections are different, and the marine radio also transmits power, but the vhf frequencies of FM and Marine are close, so it will work for one or the other. If you have a power boat you might be like many power boat owners and put a bunch of antennas everywhere. I have 20 ft. of wire connected to my AMFM radio that is strung inside a laserette above the water level. The hull is fiberglass, and reception is fine.