Overview
Stay in Contact on the Water
- Standard Class D Digital Selective Calling (DSC) functionality
- 25-watt transmit power with built-in GPS
- Compatible with the GHS™ 11 second-station handset
- Frequency bands include all U.S., Canadian and international marine channels plus 10 NOAA weather channels
- Removable fist microphone handset can be relocated away from the radio
- Easy plug-and-play installation to compatible chartplotters and MFDs via the NMEA 2000® network
Communication is critical on the water. This easy-to-install fixed-mount VHF 215 radio enhances communication to help you stay in contact with the shore and other boats in your area.
Increase Your Peace of Mind
During an emergency situation, the 25-watt transmit power of VHF 215 gives fishermen, sailors and cruisers confidence at their fingertips.
Communicate Confidently on the Water
VHF 215 is easy to install and use and features a large, easy-to-read display. Just plug and play to compatible Garmin chartplotters and MFDs via the NMEA 2000 network. It provides standard Class D DSC functionality (distress calling and direct calling with user-programmed MMSI). The radio also includes frequency bands for all U.S., Canadian and international marine channels and 10 NOAA weather channels. VHF 215 is NMEA 0183 compatible and supports an optional foghorn and two-way hailer system for onboard communication. It's compatible with the GHS 11 second-station handset.
Communicate with Style
Because your helm is a source of pride, the VHF 215 marine radio is designed to complement the appearance of GPSMAP® 7x2/9x2, 10x2/12x2, 7400/7600 series chartplotters and GPSMAP 8400/8600 series MFDs.
In the Box
- VHF 215
- Hailer NMEA 0183 cable
- Power cable
- Bail mount and knobs
- Flush mount gasket
- Marine mounting screws
- Mic hanger
- Protective cover
- Removable speaker mic
- Documentation
Specs
General |
| Unit size |
98 x 197 x 149 mm (3.9" x 7.8" x 5.8") |
| Weight |
Without microphone 42.8 oz (1.2 kg) With microphone 8.8 oz (0.25 kg)
|
| Operating voltage |
10.8 - 15.6 VDC |
| Water rating |
IPX7 |
| Display Type |
monochrome FSTN LCD |
| Operating temperature |
–15° to 55° C (5° to 131° F) |
| Inland waterways (ATIS) |
yes |
| Multi-language interface |
yes |
VHF Features |
| Dual/Tri watch |
yes |
| NOAA weather alert |
yes |
| Loud hailer |
yes |
| Loudhailer listen back |
yes |
| Intercom support |
yes |
VHF Radio |
| Region |
All U.S., Canadian and International marine channels; NOAA weather channels |
| VHF frequency range Tx |
156.025–162.025 MHz |
| VHF frequency range Rx |
156.050 MHz to 163.275 MHz (including WX channels) |
| VHF transmit power (max) |
25 W, 1 W (high, low) |
| Transmitter frequency tolerance |
+/0.5 kHz |
| Adjacent channel power |
70 dB |
| Spurious emissions |
–80 dBc (at 25 W) / 0.25uW |
| Sensitivity (12 dB SINAD) |
-118 dBm (-11 dBu/0.28 uV) |
| Adjacent channel selectivity |
70 dB |
| Spurious response |
70 dB |
| VHF intermodulation |
68 dB |
| Max antenna gain |
9 dBi |
DSC |
| Class |
Class D |
| Sensitivity (1% BER) |
-113 dBm |
| Adjacent channel selectivity |
70 dB |
| Spurious response |
70 dB |
| Intermodulation |
68 dB |
AIS Transponder Features |
| Remote station support |
GHS 11 (x1) |
GNSS |
| Integrated GNSS receiver |
yes |
| Integrated GNSS antenna |
yes |
| Constellations |
GPS, GLONASS |
| Differential support |
WAAS, EGNOS |
| Navigation rate |
1 Hz |
Sensors |
| NMEA 2000 Compatible |
yes |
| NMEA 0183 Compatible |
yes |
Audio |
| Max speaker output power |
1 W |
| Max external speaker output power |
4 W at 4 Ω |
| Max hailer loudspeaker output power |
20 W at 4 Ω |
Electrical Features |
| Typical current draw at 12 Vdc |
600 mA, 6 A max |
| Compass-safe distance |
75 cm (29.5") |
Networking & Connections |
| External GNSS antenna connector |
BNC |
| ANT connector |
SO-239 (50 Ω) |
