Communication Transceivers

Welcome to the Comm Radios Guidebook

OUR OPINIONS ON AIRCRAFT COMMUNICATION RADIOS

Brought to you by
APG - Eastern Avionics International

All of the current crop of communication radios and several older models are excellent choices. Your decision will be governed by your needs, preferences, and other factors. Here are some points so consider...

  • The latest models have flip-flop digital displays so you can view two frequencies at the same time and channel easily between them. Frequency swapping gives you the convenience of two radios in one.
  • Some models allow you to program flight frequencies before you leave the ground and then scroll through them when you need them. This feature is best appreciated by serious IFR pilots but all pilots can benefit.
  • Some TKM and NARCO radios are designed to slide in and instantly replace old obsolete radios. This can save hundreds of dollars in installation expense.
  • The best and most expensive models use LED or Gas Discharge Displays that are very easy to see in all lighting conditions. LCD displays are not as bright but can be much less expensive to buy.
  • More traditional models have less complicated mechanical displays. Even though modern digital displays are extremely reliable a mechanical display can never burn out.
  • Your budget is the final consideration. These pages only show our most popular models. Refer to our reconditioned listings for additional options. At APG-Eastern Avionics, we guarantee that whatever your needs we will offer you the best values.

Aviation Communication Channels -- An Historical Review
A 90 channel radio can still access many common ATC frequencies. These include Unicom on 122.8,122.7,123.0, Flight service on 123.6, Flight watch on 122.0 and more but manufacturers haven't manufactured 90 channel radios since the early '70s and we haven't sold one in years.

With 360 channel radios the frequency spacing between each channel decreases from 100 kHz to 50 kHz. doubling the number of channels to 180. The top end of the frequency band was expanded from 126.90 to 135.90 which added another 180 channels. These additional frequencies handled most ATC needs until the late 70s.

To build onto the capabilities of older 360 channel radios, engineers reduced the spacing between frequencies from 50 to 25 kHz. This allowed these newer units to handle increased traffic and services and again doubled the number of channels by cutting up the frequency pie in smaller pieces. Today a 720 channel radio is a practical requirement for flying in most areas. You will find that most ATIS frequencies are in the 25 kHz range, as well as many ground and clearance delivery requirements.

Several years ago, aviation got an extra one MHz at the top of the aviation band. This added another 40 channels for a total of 760 available channels. All currently manufactured aircraft radios are 760 channel. It's not very likely that this extra 40 channels will be used by ATC in our lifetime, so whether a radio is 720 channel or 760 channel makes no practical difference at this point.

Unfortunately tube type, crystal control and early transistor radio technology of the 60s and 70s are unable to keep your transmitter stable and sharp enough to transmit on the right frequency without spilling signal over to adjacent frequencies. This means that your old radio could have you talking to an approach controller in one city and departure controller in an adjacent town at the same time, which is not a good situation. As of January 1997, pilots are only authorized to use communication radios that meet a .003 frequency stability specification. Therefore, most 90 and 360 channel radios now in aircraft are illegal to install (unless you never plan on transmitting). Essentially, all tube type and many transistorized radios manufactured through the mid-70s are therefore illegal.

If you still have a 360 channel radio and can contend with the lack of channels, we may be able to modify your radios and the communication sides of several popular Nav/Coms to bring them within the legal .003 frequency specification. Special kits are available for under $500. However, if your radios are over 20 years old, it's probably time to upgrade anyway.

At APG-Eastern Avionics, we have a wide variety of communication radios, new and reconditioned, with a wide range of prices. Call us with your requirements, preferences and questions so we can put the perfect system together for you!

AVIONICS REVIEWS


   
ICOM IC-A200
$1,395.00 $849.00 On Sale!
The Icom IC-A200 is an outstanding value. It features a LCD display with 9 channel memory, flip-flop display and lighted switches. A built-in 5 watt audio amplifier allows it to drive a speaker directly with no audio panel. Active or standby frequencies can be selected from the front panel or from a yoke mounted button. Small and lightweight at only 6.3 (W), 1.3 (H), 10.7 (D), and 2.4 lbs. A minimum 7 watt carrier RF power output assures a strong signal.
add_to_cart.gif  view_cart.gif
   
ICOM IC-A200-100 TSO
$1,610.00 $949.00 On Sale!
The ICOM IC-A200-100TSO is another outstanding value. It has an LCD display with 9 channel memory flip-flop frequency display and illuminated switches. It has a built-in, 5 watt audio amplifier that allows it to drive a speaker directly with no additional amplifier or audio panel. Active or standby frequencies can be selected from the front panel or remotely if appropriately wired. It is very small at only 6.3" (W) x 1.3" (H) x 10.7" (D) and weight is a modest 2.4 lbs. A nominal 7 watt carrier RF power output is more than adequate. The ICOM IC-A200-100TSO has a two year warranty and out of warranty repairs are generally done by the factory at incredibly reasonable prices. The FAA TSO Allows installation of the IC-A200-100 in certified production aircraft.
add_to_cart.gif  view_cart.gif
   
a210.jpg ICOM IC-A210
$2,250.00 $1,299.00 On Sale!
210
The ICOM IC-A210 is the latest offering from ICOM. It incorporates a state of the art OLED (Organic Light Emitting) Display; the first avionics product to use this advanced display. OLED Displays provide the ultimate display readability; from direct sunlight to night operations. When connected to a suitable GPS the IC-A210 automatically tunes to the proper tower frequency as you move from airspace to airspace. The Dual Watch feature allows you to monitor 2 frequencies at the same time. A 10 channel "FliP FloP Plus+" Channel recall feature saves the last 10 used channels for fast tuning. The IC-A210 has a built-in voice activated intercom function allow- ing you to talk with your crew using two headsets. It has adjustable audio level and squelch control functions. The IC-A210 operates on any voltage from 12-28 volts. The ICOM IC-A210 is designed as an direct slide-in replacement for existing Bendix/King KY-97A, Garmin SL-40, or IC-A200 installations. Other features include 10 memory channels with a maximum of 210 programmable memory channels. Internal Weather channel receiver. One touch access to the 121.5MHZ emergency frequency. Sidetone function. Time-out-timer. ANL (Automatic noise limiter) function reduces pulse type noise. PC programming capability. US MIL-STD 810 durable construction. The ICOM IC-A210 has a two year warranty and out of warranty repairs are generally done by the factory at incredibly reasonable prices. Call our Sales Specialists today for a price quote.

SPECIFICATIONS: GENERAL: Frequency coverage : TxRx 118.000-136.975MHz Rx Weather channels 161.650-163.275MHz* (*USA versions only.) Frequency spacing:25kHz (USA), 833kHz (Proposed EU Version). Frequency stability: +-5ppm (USA) +-1ppm (EU,0 degree C to +40 degree C). Operating temperature: -20 degree C to +55 degree C. Antenna impedance: 50 OMHS. Number of memory channels: 10 channels. Power supply requirement: 11.5-27.5V DC (Negative ground). Dimensions: 160(W)x34(H)x271(D)mm (projections not included) 6 5/16(W)x 1 11/32(H)x10 21/32(D)mm. Weight (approx.): 1.5kg;3.3lb. TRANSMITTER: Output power USA: 8W (Carrier power) Europe: 5W(Carrier power). Spurious emission: Less than -60dB. Microphone impedance: 600 OMHS. RECEIVER: Intermediate frequencies: 1st 38.85MHz 2nd 450kHz. Sensitivity: Less than 1uV for 6dB S/N. Selectivity USA: +-6kHz for dB S/N, +-22kHz for 60dB S/N. Europe: +-2.8kHz for 6dB S/N, +-7.3kHz for 60dB S/N. Spurious rejection: Less than 70dB. Audio output power: 5W with 4 OHMS load, 120mW with a 500 OHMS load.
add_to_cart.gif  view_cart.gif

   
Garmin SL-40 COM
$1,765.00 $1,589.00 On Sale!
013-00106-01

The SL-40 is an outstanding radio in the Apollo tradition. It has all the latest features including full 760 communication channels, flip/flop 16 character high-intensity alphanumeric LED display, transmit status indicator, backlit keypad controls, automatic dimming, a 2x8 frequency memory and recall that stores and recalls 8 user defined frequencies as well as 8 previously frequencies, a unique frequency monitor function that lets you listen to the standby frequency while monitoring the active frequency, a dedicated emergency channel selector, a squelch test function, a stuck mic time-out and more. It's fully certified to TSO C37d (transmitting) and TSO C38d (receiving). It takes any voltage from 10 to 40 volts, puts out a full 10 watts of carrier power and weighs just 2 lbs. Its small size (1.3"H x 6.25"W x 10.5"D) makes it easy to install in just about any panel.

HOT TIP!! The SL-40 is a part of the Apollo Slimline Series. The frequency monitoring and advanced memory features described above make this an outstanding radio.
add_to_cart.gif  view_cart.gif

   
Bendix/King KY-97A 14V COM
$1,780.00 $1,589.00 On Sale!
064-01051-0070
The KY 97A VHF Comm Transceiver is 14 VDC and features a 760-frequency Comm with LCD display, flip-flop frequency switch, nine programmable memory channels, an audio amplifier and audio leveling.

SPECIFICATIONS: Width 6.25 in. Height 2.0 in. Length 10.5 in. Weight KG 1.32kg Weight LB 2.9lb Power Xmit 6.0a Rec 1.1a
add_to_cart.gif  view_cart.gif

   
Bendix/King KY-96A COM 28V
$1,690.00 $1,489.00 On Sale!
064-01052-0070
The KY 96A VHF Comm Transceiver is 28 VDC and features a 760-frequency Comm with LCD display, flip-flop frequency switch, nine programmable memory channels, an audio amplifier and audio leveling.

SPECIFICATIONS: Width 6.25 in. Height 2.0 in. Length 10.5 in. Weight KG 1.32kg Weight LB 2.9lb Power Xmit 5.0a Rec 1.1a
add_to_cart.gif  view_cart.gif

   
Bendix/King KY-196A COM 28V
$4,320.00 $3,889.00 On Sale!
064-01054-0030
The KY 196A VHF Transceiver is a 760-frequency Comm with simultaneous digital display of active and standby frequencies. It has push-button and remote-switch frequency flip flop. Nine pilot-programmable channels for frequency storage in nonvolatile memory may be remotely called up and cycled through.

SPECIFICATIONS: Width 10.776 in. Height 1.35 in. Length 6.312 in. Weight KG 1.27kg Weight LB 2.8lb Power 28VDC at 1.0A (Receive), 5.0A (Transmit)
add_to_cart.gif  view_cart.gif

   
TKM Michel MX-11R COM
$1,200.00 $949.00 On Sale!

The MX 11R Comm is designed as a slide in replacement for the Narco Com 11, Com 11B, Com 111, Com 111B, and Com 120. The unit will replace the com 10 and Com 110 when the Nav 10 and Nav 110 are not used in the system.

SPECIFICATIONS:Frequency Range: 118.000 to 136.975 in 25 KHz increments Frequency Stability: +/- .003%, -20C to 50C Transmitter Power: 8 watts minimum Modulation: 85% minimum with limiting at 90% Sidetone: Adjustable to 4 mw into 500 OHMs Receiver Sensitivity: 1.5uV (soft) for 6 db s+n/n Comm Selectivity: 3 db @ +/- 7.5 KHz; 65 db @ +/- 17.5 KHz; 90 db @ +/- 25 KHz Squelch: Noise adaptive squelch with manual override Audio Output: 5 watts into a 4 ohm speaker; 40 mw into a 500 ohm headphones Weight: 3.13 lbs. Power: 14/28 volts @ 6/3 amp in transmit
add_to_cart.gif  view_cart.gif

   
Becker AR 4201
$0.00
CALL FOR CURRENT PRICING!

BECKER AR 4201

The Becker AR-4201 760 channel VHF-AM-Transceiver is an extremely small and light weight transceiver certified for use in VFR and IFR equipped aircraft. It is ideal for installation in gliders, motor gliders and small aircraft due to its low power requirement and 2 1/2 inch round panel cutout. The maximum installed depth of the radio is 9 inches but it packs a output power of 5 - 7 Watts (16W PEP). Additional features include: Flip-Flop digital LCD display with 99 memories, internal intercom, panel lighting, voltage indicator, aux audio input, test-routine button, and RS-232 interface for full remote control operation. Weight: 1.5 lbs.


add_to_cart.gif  view_cart.gif
   
Bendix/King KTR-900A Communication Transceiver (Recon.)
$2,495.00 $1,289.00 On Sale!
KTR0900A-XX
BENDIX/KING KTR-900A Communication Transceiver is a 720ch. Gold Crown remote radio that is mated with small mechanical control head that mounts in the radio stack. This is a system designed for use in medium to heavy twins, turbine aircraft, and Warbirds.
add_to_cart.gif  view_cart.gif
   
Collins/S-Tec VHF-251 COM (Recon)
$1,095.00 $889.00 On Sale!

The Collins Microline VHF-251 is a very high quality transceiver with a single large electronic digital readout with memory feature. It was recently manufactured by S-TEC and it is an excellent unit. We offer them as reconditioned units to provide you with considerable savings.


add_to_cart.gif  view_cart.gif
   
MICROAIR M760 Communication Transceiver
$1,495.00 $1,189.00 On Sale!
760
The Microair M760 has been designed for use in aircraft requiring a compact COM with lower power consumption. With a face diameter of 2 ¼” (57mm) its small size makes it ideal for cramped panel designs and allows for standardisation of instrument panel holes. Packed with features the Microair has 25 programmable memories, scan, dual frequency with toggle.

SPECIFICATIONS: Electrical: Modulation type: Amplitude Modulation Input Voltage: Min 10.7 volts Normal 13.8 volts Maximum 16.0 volts Power Consumption: Receive 87mA Transmit 1.2 amps Receiver/Transceiver performances: Speaker output: Typically 4 watts into 8 ohms Headphone: 100mW into 600 ohms Microphone types: Electret or Amplified Dynamic Operating Temperature: -20° to +55°C (-4 to 131°F) Sensitivity: Better than 14dB @ 1.00uV Selectivity: -70dB Transmit carrier output: 4.5 watts carrier - min Preliminary specifications: Frequency coverage: 118.000-136.975 MHz Frequency separation: 25 kHz (760 channels) Frequency stability: 0.0008% (<100hz over 127MHz) Frequency control: Microprocessor phased lock loop Display: 2-line, 8 character liquid crystal with backlight Memory channels: 25 pilot programmable with channel 25 as a priority channel Size: 65mm wide x 59mm high x 135mm deep (with connector 170mm) 2.6 wide x 2.3 high x 5.3 inches deep (with connector 6.7”) Exposed dial face size: 2 ¼” (57mm) standard aviation instrument hole Weight: 17oz (450 grams) Type approvals: SMA (Australia) ECR 203A Type approval number 203A3002 Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority VFR< 25,000 ft FCC (USA) , Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, NZ, South Africa, Sweden, UK Options available: Combination Kits – see photo Wiring harnesses and Custom made Harnesses Microphones BM500-AD (Amplified Dynamic-Electret) Warranty: 12months
add_to_cart.gif  view_cart.gif

   
Narco COM-810+
$2,217.00 $1,722.00 On Sale!

The Narco COM-810+ is the one to buy if you want all the features and more of the top big name models for hundreds of dollars less. It gives you great power output, bright flip-flop displays, memory features, and a 10 watt speaker amplifier! For the money, a new one is the best bargain.
add_to_cart.gif  view_cart.gif

   
Narco COM-810+R
$2,100.00 $1,722.00 On Sale!
The Narco COM-810+R is a direct replacement for the COM-11 and COM-120 series radio. It is the one to buy if you want all the features and more of the top big name models for hundreds of dollars less. It gives you great power output, bright flip-flop displays, memory features, and a 10 watt speaker amplifier! For the money, new ones are the best bargains.
add_to_cart.gif  view_cart.gif
   
Narco COM-811+
$2,217.00 $1,722.00 On Sale!
The Narco COM-811+ is a 28V version and has the same features as the COM-810+. It is the one to buy if you want all the features and more of the top big name models for hundreds of dollars less. It gives you great power output, bright flip-flop displays, memory features, and a 10 watt speaker amplifier! For the money, new ones are the best bargains.

If you already have a COM-11 or COM-120 Series radio in your aircraft, get the COM-810+R direct slide-in replacement.
add_to_cart.gif  view_cart.gif

   
-760.gif VAL Avionics 760 COM TSO'd
$0.00
CALL FOR CURRENT PRICING! The COM-760 TSO by Val Avionics is our most affordable model. It features simple toggle switches for easy frequency selection, a single large digital display that will flip between two frequencies, and an automatic squelch. It’s even built in the good old USA!

FEATURES: AUTO TOGGLEÔ Freq. Selection Dual-Channel "Flip-Flop"; Advanced Digital synthesizer; Large Character Display; Electronic Tuning; FAA TSO'd; Canadian DOC Approved; Auto Squelch & Dimming; Slim-Pack Configuration.

SPECIFICATIONS: Physical: Height: 1.40 in; Width: 6.25 in; Depth: 12.50 in; Weight: 3.0 lbs. Electrical: Voltage: 13.75 VDC; Current: Transmit 4.0 Amps / Receive 1.0 Amps. Transmitter: Frequency range: 118.000 to 136.975 MHz; Channel spacing: 25 kHz; Power Output 8 Watts Carrier, 50 Ohm load; Frequency Stability: +/- .002%; Duty Cycle 25%; Microphone Standard Aircraft Type; Sidetone Adjustable up to 50 mw into 600 Ohm load. Receiver: Frequency Range 118.000 to 136.975 MHz; Channel Spacing: 25 kHz; Sensitivity 2mV provides a 6dB min (signal + noise) / noise ratio; Frequency Stability +/- .002%; Selectivity Greater than 60 dB; AGC Characteristics: From 10mV to 200 mV the audio level will not vary more than 3dB; Squelch Automatic w/manual disable; Audio Output 5 watts (min.) into 4 Ohm loan 50 mW (min) into 600 Ohm load. TSO Compliance: Transmit C37c DO-186 Class 4; Receive C38c DO-186; Environmental RTCA DO-160B; Altitude and Temperature A1B1; Humidity Category A; Vibration Category PKS; Temp Range -20°C to +55°C; Short Time Operating Temp +70°C
add_to_cart.gif  view_cart.gif

   
760Mobile VAL Avionics COM-760 Mobile VHF Transceiver
$0.00
COM-760 Mobile
CALL FOR CURRENT PRICING! Val Avionics' “MOBILE-PAK” consists of the COM 760 TSO VHF Transceiver configured for mobile operation. The unit includes: COM 760 TSO VHF Transceiver, pre-wired in mobile configuration with mobile mount, microphone, mobile antenna with coaxial cable and speaker wires brought out. (customer to select and procure appropriate 4 or 8 ohm speaker locally).
add_to_cart.gif  view_cart.gif
   
xcom-overall.jpg XCOM 760 VHF Transceiver
$1,189.00
XCOM 760 VHF
The XCOM 760 VHF Transceiver is one of several low cost avionics products to be released by X-Air Australia. The XCOM 760 offers many advanced features previously only available in the more expensive brands. Designed from the ground up, the XCOM offers superior performance under the demanding and noisy conditions experienced in many amateur built aircraft. With low power consumption, this radio is ideally suited to use in gliders, homebuilts and ultralights. A full 6-Watt carrier and +20 Watt PEP output ensure that you will be heard above the general chatter in busy airspace and the full VOX intercom with music input will enhance your enjoyment of the flight. With expanded receive range up to 163 MHz, the XCOM 760 provides NOAA Weather reception and has an optional CAP capability, ensuring that you are always aware of impending weather conditions. Additional safety enhancements such as dual watch allows the pilot to listen to the standby frequency while still monitoring the primary frequency. The XCOM 760 also has 99 memory channels, large volume and channel selector knobs and well spaced buttons. This radio is extremely easy to operate even when wearing flight gloves and you can even check the condition of your battery with the built in voltage monitor. Software update capability and Internet downloads mean that you are always provided with the latest features. The XCOM 760 offers excellent quality and great features. It's perfect for kitplanes, LightSport aircraft, and balloons Loaded with features and performance. Features Include: Digital volume and squelch controls from front panel Digital volume and VOX intercom controls from front panel (same Volume Squelch control, but activated by mode button when required). 2 place voice activated intercom , with pilot over ride and passenger isolate (pax can listen to CD music whilst pilot listens to com). CD music has auto fade, turns off if comm is receiving or reduces in volume if pilot or pax talk. Remote toggle (toggle active or standby via a push button on the stick , or scroll memory channels). TX timeout (stuck Mike) which times out after 30 seconds, re-enable by releasing PTT. (can be overridden in setup). 99 channels of user defined memory channels with quasi alpha numeric display. Quick, single push access to Emergency channel 121.5. 10 NOAA weather channels (suitable for USA only). Dual Watch - allows monitoring of the active and standby frequency, active has priority. User enabled wide receive mode - allows monitoring of frequencies between 137 and 163 MHz, in 12.5 kHz steps. These can be stored in the memory channels. Additionaly 108 - 118 VOR, no navigational data - receive only. RS 232 interface, allows upgrading of firmware by internet or CD-ROM. Allows interfacing of radio to Multifunction displays (MFD's) or remote computer. Low battery alert, user selects level to alert for under voltage (default is 10.5 Vdc). High battery alert, user selects level to alert for over voltage (default is 15 Vdc). Optional CAP capability (special order).

SPECIFICATIONS: Approvals: FCC, FAA, Finland CAA; Tested to TSO C37d and C38d, environmental DO-160D; Receiver Class D; Transmitter Class 4; Note: Transceiver was designed to these specifications and meets and complies with these, but has not yet been submitted for official TSO testing; 118.000 to 136.975 MHz, 760 channels transmit and receive (AM) Receiver Sensitivity AM (118 – 136.975 MHz): Not Less than 12 db SINAD for 1.5 uV (30% AM at 1 KHz audio); 160 to 163 MHz NOAA weather channels Receive; 137 to 163 MHz general coverage receive, Receiver Sensitivity FM (137 – 163 MHz): Not less than 12 db SINAD for 0.7uV (±3.3 KHz deviation at 1 KHz audio) Typically 12dB SINAD @ 0.5uV; 108 to 117.975 VOR Receive ONLY audio (No Nav) Receiver Sensitivity AM (108 – 117.975 MHz): Not less than 12db SINAD for 2.0 uV (30% AM at 1 KHz audio); 140 to 144.00 MHz CAP capable (on request – Subject to FCC approval); QASI Alphanumeric Display - 2 line backlight LCD; Backlighting - LCD display and keypads, external lighting control volts; Memories - 99 user definable memories, non volatile (no battery required); Transmit Power – 5.5 Watts (+ 1dB / - 0.5 dB) into 50 Ohms (5.9 Watts nominal) ca 2 watts emergency operation (10 volts input); Modulation – High Level Amplitude Modulation with a maximum modulation depth of 80%; Transmit timeout (stuck Mike) 30 seconds default (user selectable); Microphones - Electret > 100mV into 200 Ohm; Intercom: 2 place voice activated (VOX) with CD music input; Auxiliary input for CD/MP3 music system Max 1 Volt P to P into 600 Ohm; Input voltage - 13.8Vdc (8 to 16 Vdc Receive, 10.0 volts transmit, reduced output); Current consumption - < 140ma Receive (muted) with no intercom. <2.5 amps transmit; 2.2 amps transmit Nominal; Voltage alert - Low battery indication, user definable (default 10.5 Vdc); Voltage alert - High battery indication, user definable (default 14.5 Vdc); Operating Temperature range - -20 to +55 °C (emergency -40 to + 85 °C with reduced performance); Audio output - @ 13.8 Vdc: > 3 Watts RMS into 8 Ohms @ 10% THD; RS232 programming port for downloading memory channels and operating parameters etc from a PC, Also used for software upgrades; Optional remote control module allows stick operated frequency selection, dual watch and memory channel operation.
add_to_cart.gif  view_cart.gif

   
760Portable.jpg XCOM Portable Base Station
$0.00
760 Base Station
CALL FOR CURRENT PRICING! Designed for multiple uses. Can be used as a self contained Portable Radio, a Mobile Radio or Desktop base station. Flexible internal Battery re-charging. A Switch Mode Power Supply is built into the XCOM Portable so that the internal battery can be recharged in the vehicle, by using the supplied cigarette lighter lead, without the need to have the vehicle engine running. Reverse polarity protection is provided. The supplied A.C. charger will provide a rapid charge mode to fully charge the battery from flat in approx. 8 hours then automatically reduce the charge current and be left connected to ensure that the battery is maintained fully charged without being overcharged. Indicators on the Charger indicate “Charge” and “Complete”. The A.C. battery charger can be disconnected when it is not needed e.g. Portable or Mobile, to reduce weight when the Radio is being carried. The battery has been selected to provide maximum operational time (approx. 40 hours, varies with duty cycle) between charges, consistent with keeping the weight to a reasonable level when the Radio is being carried. The Radio’s LCD backlight can be switched off to extend battery life. A front panel “Charging” indicator is provided to confirm that the charger is correctly connected. Separate fuses are provided to protect the charging circuits (accessible without opening the case), and the XCOM (internal). The Radio will operate normally while the battery is being re-charged although this will extend the time required to fully charge the battery. When the Radio is operated without a charger connected, a built in battery status monitor provides an easily interpreted indication of the amount of charge and therefore usable time remaining before re-charging is required. Easy optimum antenna selection. Can be used as a Portable or Desktop base with the supplied telescopic antenna or an external antenna as appropriate. Radio is fitted with an industry standard BNC connector. The Telescopic Antenna can be rotated to the optimum vertical position for either Portable or Desktop operation. * It is recommended that telescopic antenna is NOT used in a vehicle to ensure the safety of vehicle occupants. An external antenna will also provide maximum range. A Magnetic base antenna available as an optional accessory. Rugged design and construction. Antenna and Power connections are on one side of the all metal case to provide ease of access and protection from damage. No connections on the base of the case allow maximum flexibility when used as a Portable or Mobile. E.g. as a Mobile can be placed in the glove compartment or standing on the floor of the vehicle. Only the frequently used mic, headset and PTT connections are located on the front panel. The carry handle rotates to become a stand to lift the front of the case, when the Radio used as a Desktop base, to allow easy viewing of the Radio’s LCD display and convenient operation of the front panel controls. A canvas carry bag is available to allow hands-free carrying and provide protection to the Radio. The Radio can be operated as a Portable in the carry bag because the clear plastic flap allows the front panel to be viewed. Pockets are provided to store the accessories. Can be used with: The supplied Fist microphone and internal Loudspeaker; Fist Microphone and Headphones (internal speaker can be switched off if desired); Standard Avionics type Headset in a noisy environment.
add_to_cart.gif  view_cart.gif
All website prices are maintained as accurate as possible, however manufacturers may change prices, and discontinue products. Prices on Reconditioned equipment can vary based on availability. In the unlikely event that a price has changed on any item you order we will contact you with this information as soon as possible and before any charges are made to your credit card.

Avionics Product Category Line

Complete Product Category Index GPS Map Handheld Portables Handheld Transceivers Headsets Intercoms Popular Upgrades

A - D

ADF Systems Airport Weather Stations Altitude Alerters & Management Systems Altitude Serializers Annunciators Antenna Systems ATC Tower Equipment Apollo UPS AT Avionics Audio Panels Autopilots Chart Computers Clearance Items Collision Avoidance Systems Communication Handhelds Comms (Panel Mounted) Corporate Avionics Datalink Systems WX/Data/Voice Digital Charts Digital Instruments DF/SAR Systems DME Systems DVD Video Systems IFE DZUS Mounted Avionics

E - H

Electronic E-Charts Electronic Flight Bags EFIS Electronic Flight Information Systems ELT Systems Encoders and Encoding Altimeters Engine Analyzers Entertainment Systems FLIR Systems Fuel Computers Garmin Avionics Gear Up Warning Systems Glideslope Receivers ILS GPS (Panel Mounted) GPS COM (Panel Mounted) Ground Proximity Warning Systems Handheld Transceivers HEADSETS HF Communication Equipment HF Portable Communication Systems HSI (Horizontal Situation Indicator) Systems

I - Q

IFE In-Flight Entertainment Indicators Instruments (Digital) Instrument Lighting IHAS (Integrated Hazard Avoidance Systems) INTERCOMS Kitplane Equipment Kitplane Panels Liferafts Lighting (Instrument) Marker Beacon Receiver Systems Military Avionics Map Software (PDA) Moving Map Systems NAV/COM Systems (Panel Mounted) NAV/COM Systems (Portable Handheld) NAV Systems (VOR/LOC/ILS) NAV ILS Voice Annunciator Nexrad Weather Receiver PDA Software (Map and WX)

R - Z

RADAR Systems RADAR Altimeter Systems Rafts (Aviation) RNAV Systems (VOR-DME) RVSM Satellite Data Link Search and Rescue Systems SAR DF Survival Equipment Software PDA (Map and WX) Stereo Systems Stormscope Systems Systems Monitor TCAD Systems TCAS Systems TAWS Terrain Avoidance Warning Systems Test Equipment Tower Equipment Transponders Turbine Aircraft Avionics Equipment UNICOMS UPSAT Apollo Avionics Video Systems IFE VOR Systems VoiceNav Warbird Avionics Warning Systems Weather Datalink Weather Stations