Dual Station capability with optional RAM Mic
The Spectrum Plus has the capability of being connected to a submersible full-featured remote access microphone (RAM Mic). This advanced remote operates as a full-powered second station to the Spectrum Plus at the flybridge, cockpit, tower or location of you choice. The RAM incorporates a remarkably large LCD with a speaker microphone that allows the user to remotely access most of the VHF functions of the Spectrum Plus. A 23-foot routing cable (extendable to 43-feet with 10-foot extension cables) and waterproof bulkhead mounting connector insure a clean professional-looking installation.

Integrated 20-watt Hailer/PA with preprogrammed signals
Foul weather can lead to unsafe boating conditions. To aid the boater in these situations, the Spectrum Plus features a built in 20-watt loud hailer with 4 selectable, preprogrammed foghorn signals. In addition to broadcasting the appropriate fog signal for your vessel, the listen back feature receives and amplifies a return horn, further reducing the possibility of a collision. The hailer software in the Spectrum Plus also includes a horn, siren, aground and yelp signals and bells.

DSC (digital selective calling) Capabilities
The most important reason to have a VHF radio on board you vessel is safety. The U.S. Coast Guard will soon have national coverage for DSC reception which will provide a boon for boating safety in coastal waters. The Spectrum Plus features the official U.S. Coast guard recognized version of this technology. In an emergency the Spectrum Plus is capable of sending an automated, unattended, continuous, digital mayday message that includes current vessel position time/day and a FCC assigned vessel identification. By design, the DSC mayday will be digitally received by the coast guard, all commercial vessels and any other vessel equipped with a DSC radio. This digital safety feature insures prompt assistance eliminating critical mistakes in mayday transmissions that occur when operators are under stress. To increase your sense of security the Spectrum Plus also receives digital acknowledgements alerting the radio operator that the vessels distress call has been received. Of course, the distress key is properly protected with a cover to reduce the possibility of an unintentional activation.

In addition to the added safety that DSC provides, the Spectrum Plus allows the user to exchange position data with a fellow cruiser or fisherman with its position request or position send functions. When connected to a Standard Horizon GPS chart plotter, these positions are actually shown on the display. Should it become necessary to notify all of the vessels of a commercial fleet or towing service, the group call feature makes it simple.

Maritel DSC Telephone
Standard Horizon, through a partnership with Maritel, "the marine telephone company," has incorporated a DSC telephone function that allows subscribers to send and receive telephone calls up to 50 miles from shore. Maritel offers free calls to towing companies and additional benefits.

Clear Voice Noise Canceling Technology
Spectrum Plus features a uniquely designed waterproof microphone. Clear voice, a Standard Horizon innovation, provides the clearest possible transmission by significantly reducing wind and engine background noise. In addition to its unique noise canceling capabilities, the Spectrum Plus's microphone features a speaker, up/down and 16/9-channel selection.

GPS Repeatability
When connected to you GPS position receiver the Spectrum Plus will display time, date, latitude/longitude, speed over ground (SOG), and course over ground (COG). Of course, the time clock features an offset to compensate for local versus UTC. GPS repeatability insures the accurate and safe transmission of your location in an emergency or when you are attempting to meet a fellow cruiser.

Built Better, so it's Backed Better
The Spectrum is covered by Standard Horizon's exclusive 3-year waterproof warranty. If your Standard Horizon radio fails for any reason, including water damage, during normal use in the first 3 years, Standard Horizon will repair it without hassle or charges....period! If it fails thereafter in normal use for as long as you own it, our unique lifetime Flat Rate service program will cover it. The Flat Rate is established at time of original purchase based upon the factories current rate. Consult Standard Horizon for details.