ACR SR203 VHF Handheld Survival Radio - 45533

ACR SR203 VHF Handheld Survival Radio - 45533

The SR203 VHF Handheld Survival Radio is an FCC approved device that’s built for all marine applications. 

The digital display and control buttons are backlit, making the device easily operable in dark environments.  If you find yourself in need of some assistance, the SR203 VHF is easy to use.  Once it’s been activated, this survival radio automatically tunes to emergency Channel 16, and has a single push call button so you can quickly send out your distress message. 

The SR203 handheld VHF radio with Lithium battery boasts exceptional battery life of over 16 hours (@ -4°F (-20°C)) thanks to its highly efficient transmitter designed to maximize battery life and exceeds GMDSS requirements.  The innovative battery protection tab means the primary battery can be permanently attached to the radio without fear of losing its charge. 

The radio will always be available for use in times of emergency without the need to remove protective labels.  Simply break off the red protective tab and the radio will be immediately ready to turn on to channel 16.

For everyday use, ACR offers a Lithium polymer rechargeable battery option.  The quick release rapid charger provides the ideal solution for keeping the batteries fully charged.

The Worldwide Cospas Sarsat satellite system includes 3 different constellations to ensure your 406 MHz distress signal immediately reaches the global network of Search and Rescue forces with your location accurate to within 100 meters. With multiple levels of integrated signaling technology including 406 MHz and GNSS (GPS, Galileo, Glonass) positioning, the PLB also transmits a 121.5 MHz homing signal which guides Search and Rescue services to the beacon’s current location when they arrive at the scene, as the beacon may have drifted from the originally transmitted position. The addition of AIS (Automatic Identification System) transmissions means the ResQLink AIS simultaneously alerts all vessels equipped with AIS transponders within the VHF radio range of the PLB’s distress position. This greatly increases both the likelihood and speed of rescue since nearby vessels receive the alerts.  Immediately upon deployment of the beacon an AIS Safety Message or MOB Alarm with the beacon’s MMSI and location is presented on any AIS screen within range. This makes it easy for nearby vessels to home in on the beacon since it is an active AIS target on their screens.

• Efficient transmitter

• Rugged design

• Laser etched control buttons

• High contrast/backlit digital display and keypad

• 21 Channels

• User replaceable battery

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