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The new SI-TEX DSC-900 is an advanced marine VHF radio combined with built-in Digital Selective Calling (DSC) capabilities. DSC is an important safety feature that will broadcast an individual distress signal at the push of a button.

• Three scanning modes —  Priority Scan, All- channel Scan and Memory Scan.
• 25 Watts of transmitting power and receives all available USA, International, and Canadian, plus 8 U.S. and 2 Canadian weather channels.
• NOAA Weather Alarm function*.
• DSC allows you to call other DSC equipped vessels and shore stations by selecting their MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity) from your directory, choosing a call type, and pressing a key.
• Supports DSC call formats of Distress, All Ship's and Individual DSC calls.
• The emergency DISTRESS button, with protective cover, sends distress call with your own unique MMSI number to the Coast Guard and other DSC equipped vessels within range of your vessel.
• Transmits your location automatically during a Distress Call when connected to optional GPS receiver.
• DSC Calling Directory stores up to 10 MMSI numbers.
• Position Send/Request feature displays the received position data on a connected DSC ready plotter.
• Large backlight LCD display for easy viewing.
• Backlit keypad gives you one button instant access to channel 16/9, WX weather, scan, memory, Call, and a High/Low (25W/1W) power.
• Large selector knob for easy operation of channel/ menu functions.
• Microphone with UP/DOWN keys for quick channel changes.
• External speaker connector.
• Adjustable mounting bracket included .
• Optional flush-mount kit available.
• Waterproof design meets the JIS-7 standard.

*Designed for U.S.A. only.