Specifications

Chapter 3 – Boat Systems
G.2. Motorola
VHF-FM Astro
Spectra W9
Transceiver and
Control Head
The Motorola VHF-FM Astro Spectra W9 transceiver and control head
(Figure 3-44) is mounted in the cabin on top of the port dash panel. The
transceiver is located on the portside behind the 12-VDC main power panel.
The transceiver is used for communicating on VHF marine band frequencies,
146 to 174 MHz. The transceiver meets the digital encryption standard
(DES) requirements for APCO 25. The radio requires a 12-VDC power
input. The radio antenna is located atop the cabin, port side.
Figure 3-44
Raymarine 430 Loudhailer and Motorola VHF-FM Astro Spectra W9 Control Head
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