IC-M15 - Handheld VHF Marine Transceiver

Quick Specs:
Handheld VHF marine transceiver
RX/TX: all USA and international marine channels 01 to 88
RX only: 10 weather channels
Output power: 5 W
Modes: FM
Receiver sensitivity: 0.35 µV (FM, 12 dB SINAD)

Features

Waterproof communications.
On the water, reliable communications is of critical importance; a life-line to the outside world. Your boat may be seaworthy, but is your VHF handheld transceiver? The IC-M15's rugged construction can weather all the demands of the marine environment with the important distinction of being waterproof!* Add simple operation with advanced features and you have marine communications that won't let you down.
*Up to a depth of 1 meter for 30 minutes.

Waterproof with rugged construction
Waterproof protection over a die-cast aluminum frame provides the durability and dependability you need in all situations.

All marine and weather channels + 24 memory channels and 1 call channel
You can operate on all marine and weather channels and store often-used channels in 24 memories for easy recall and convenient scanning. In addition, a programmable call channel is provided for instant recall of your most-used-channel (eg. CH 9, the non-commercial calling channel).

A variety of scans
Four different scan functions are available: regular channel scan and memory channel scan with both of these having a selectable priority scan function. Choose your scan and find out what's going on around you.

Selectable dual watch/tri-watch
Dual watch monitors the distress channel (CH 16) while operating on another channel; tri-watch monitors both channel 16 and the call channel while operating on another channel. You can be sure of receiving important calls using either of these watch systems.

Optional voice scrambler unit
For private communications, an optional UT-79 VOICE SCRAMBLER UNIT is available. Both easy-to-install and easy-to-use; 128 scramble codes provide privacy in communicating secret fishing spots, etc.

Detailed Specifications

GENERAL

Frequency Range:
All international VHF marine channels 01 to 88
All U.S.A. VHF marine channels 01A to 88A
Weather channels 01 to 10
Mode: FM (16K0G3E)
Channel Spacing: 25 kHz
Current Drain (at 12.5 V):
Tx high 3.0 A max., low 1.5 A max
Rx max. audio 600mA, power saved (squelched) 15 mA typical
Power Supply Requirement: CM-138 or CM-139
Useable Temperature Range: -20deg.C to +60deg.C (-4deg.F to +140deg.F)
Frequency Stability: +/-0.0005% (-20deg.C to +60deg.C)
Dimensions: 62(W) x 150(H) x 44(D) mm, 2.4(W) x 5.9(H) x 1.7(D) in (with CM-138; projections not included)
Weight: 460 g; 16.2 oz (with CM-138)
Antenna Impedance: 50 ohms (unbalanced)

TRANSMITTER

Output Power: High 5 W, low 0.7 W
Modulation System: Variable Reactance Phase Modulation
Max. Frequency Deviation: +/-5.0 kHz

RECEIVER

Receive System: Double-Conversion Superheterodyne
Sensitivity (12 dB SINAD): 0.35 µV for 12 dB SINAD)
Squelch Sensitivity (at threshold): Less than 0.3 µV
Audio Output Power: 500 mW with an 8 ohm load

Other great features

One-touch access to CH 16 & the call channel
Power-saver function to save your battery
Easy-to-read LCD with backlighting
Lock function to prevent accidental input
Powerful 5 W of output power
Comes with battery pack, charger, antenna, belt clip and handstrap

IC-M15 Options

AD-43, Battery Charge Adapter
For regular charging of battery packs (15 hours). (Same as supplied.)
BM-95U/E/V, AC Adapter
Connects to an AC outlet for use with the AD-43. (Same as supplied.)
BM-103, Desktop Charger
For rapid charging of battery packs. (1 to 2 hours)
CM-1, Cigarette Lighter Cable
Connects to a 12 V cigarette lighter socket for use with the BM-103 or AD-43.
CM-138, Battery Pack
- Rechargeable Ni-Cd battery pack. (Same as supplied.)
- Output: 7.2 V
- Capacity: 900 mAh
- Height: 57 mm (2.2 in)
CM-139, Battery Pack
- Rechargeable Ni-Cd battery pack. Long-life type.
- Output: 7.2 V
- Capacity: 1200 mAh
- Height: 72 mm (2.8 in)
FA-S54V, Flexible Antenna
Has an SMC type connector. (Same as supplied.)
MB-24, Mounting Bracket
Hanger-type. For hanging the transceiver, via belt clip, to the inside door panel of a vehicle.
MB-25, Mounting Bracket
Wall-type. For hanging the transceiver, via belt clip, to a bulkhead or similar flat surface.
UT-79, Voice Scrambler Unit
Provides private communications among members of a group. 128 codes are available.