With a large display, high (dot matrix) resolution and a bright backlight there will be no mistaking the information displayed on the face of the radio day or night. The HX210 boasts one of the largest displays in a compact and affordable handheld VHF. The strobe can be reconfigured to flash on and off, flash SOS, or set to stay on continuously. If the radio falls in the water an emergency strobe light is automatically activated, even when the unit is turned off. This gives the radio a much smaller case design yet light enough to float face up if dropped in the water Water Activated Emergency Strobe light ATIS Mode for European Inland WaterwaysĮrgonomic case design is a result of the new internal, large capacity 1850 mAh Lithium Ion battery technology.Built-in 7.4V, 1850mAh Lithium Ion Battery Pack, (which can be replaced by an authorised repair centre).Scanning operation and Multi-Watch (Dual Watch and Triple Watch).Pre-set key used to recall up to 10 favourite channels.All USA, International and Canadian channels.6W transmit power output (Selectable 6/2.5/1W).Floating and Submersible to IPX7 Waterproof rating (3.3 feet or 1 meter for 30 minutes).If your Standard Horizon HX400 ever fails for any reason including water damage during normal use in the first three years, STANDARD HORIZON will repair or replace it free, without hassle or charges…period! If it fails thereafter in normal use it for the life time of the product it is covered by Standard Horizon’s Lifetime Flat Rate Service Program. 3-Year Waterproof Warranty Because the HX400 is built better, it’s back better. Battery Life indication The display shows a battery bar graph guage to inform the charge left in the Lithium-ion battery. 10 favorite channel recall - Preset Key Dedicated key that allows programming and quick selection of up to 10 favorite Marine VHF or NOAA Weather channels. The radio can be setup to scan any number of channels with or without a priority channel or simply can be setup to scan between a priority channel and on other channel (dual watch). Programmable Scan, Priority Scan and Dual Watch Scanning is not an issue with the HX400. In addition, the HX400 can be set to monitor WX channels and provide an audible alert to inform of pending storm advisories. NOAA Weather channels and Weather Alert 10 NOAA and Canadian Weather channels are pre-programmed and easily selectable using the dedicated WX key. The channel names may be customized by the user to easily understand the use of each channel. Programmable Channel Names The HX400 is supplied from the factory preloaded with description of the use of Marine channels (16-Distress, 22A-USCG, 71-Pleasure). Speaker Microphone Connection Optional speaker microphone or headsets are available to assist with your communications needs. Loud speaker audio The HX400 is designed to be heard in even the noisiest environments with 700mW of power supplied to the internal speaker. The internal scrambler is compatible with Standard Horizon VHF Fixed Mount and Handheld VHF 4-code scramblers. No need to purchase an optional voice scrambler for secure communications as the HX400 has it built-in.
Built-in Noise Canceling Mic and Voice scrambler The HX400 will surpass your voice transmissions expectations in noisy and windy environments with the built-in noise canceling microphone. These channels do require the appropriate Federal Communications Communication license. It also has the capability to be programmed 40 Land Mobile Radio (137-174MHz) channels with CTCSS or DCS signaling by a Standard Horizon dealer. Marine and Land Mobile Channels The HX400 is factory programmed with all USA, Canadian and International and NOAA Weather channels. There is no need to worry about the time it takes to fully charge the huge 2550mA battery as the HX400 is supplied with a 3-hour rapid charger. Lithium-ion battery and charger The HX400 is supplied with a whopping 2550 mAh Lithium-Ion battery that will keep you talking for about 17 hours. Preset key used to recall up to 10 favorite channels.