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C201 Marine Fixed VHF/DSC Radio with GPS
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C201 Marine Fixed VHF/DSC Radio with GPS

$246.00 ($205.00 excl. VAT)

Designed for use in challenging marine environments, VHF radios are built to be durable, water-resistant, and easy to operate—even in rough conditions. They are considered essential equipment for both recreational and commercial vessels

  • IPX7 waterproof – Submersible to 1 m(3.3 ft) for 30 minutes.
  • Class D DSC receiver – Continuous watch for DSC distress and safety calls.
  • Water-clearing speaker – Expels water to restore clear audio.
  • Built-in GPS – High-sensitivity receiver for accurate position reporting.
  • GPS dar I/O – NMEA 0183 input/output for position and DSC data.
  • NMEA 0183 I/O – Receives position data and transmits DSC information.
  • Interface Compatibility – RS422 standard; RS232 via AS03 bridge.
  • Dual/Tri-Watch – Monitors priority and working channels simultaneously.
  • Scanning Modes – All-channel, memory, and priority scanning.
  • All International Channels – Includes EU, USA, INT, and CAN channel sets.

In stock (can be backordered)

Description

Description

Description

Looking for an essential piece of marine equipment? Look no further.

The C201 Fixed VHF/DSC Marine Radio is your ultimate communication companion for life at sea. Built with rugged reliability and crystal-clear audio transmission, the C201 ensures you’re always heard when it matters most. Whether you’re cruising, fishing, or in an emergency, this compact yet powerful device keeps you connected across all U.S., Canadian, and international marine channels.

Designed by Quark-elec in Cambridge, the C201 is built for both professional and recreational boaters, offering intuitive operation, advanced safety features, and rugged construction for dependable marine communication.

Stay connected

  • Simple installation, compact and ergonomic design.
  • Dedicated quick access buttons for access to distress and safety designated channels on the microphone and unit.
  • GPS antenna included, magnetic base for sleek installation.
  • Hi and Low transmit power modes for increased range.
  • NMEA 0183 input connections for positioning data and output connections for distress signals.

Features

Feature Description
VHF Communication Range Enables communication with vessels within VHF range
Distress Function Alerts emergency channels with your location
Weather Channels Receives weather channels and alert tones, even during regular channel use
Microphone Lock Electronically locks all buttons except PTT to prevent accidental changes or unauthorized access
LCD Display Clear display showing channel, GPS status, position, time, output power mode, and more
Audio & Alarms Built-in speaker for audible alarms with water-clearing feature; supports optional external speaker
Power Requirement 12 V power with inline fuse; 24 V systems require a 24 V–12 V step-down converter
Programmable IDs Supports programmable MMSI and ATIS ID information

Available to add to your order

VHF/AIS Antenna:

GPS Antenna:

VHF/AIS Antenna Splitters:

Downloads

Downloads

Document TypeLink
Set Up Guide
User Manual
Driver
Firmware

 

Technical Info

Technical Info

Technical Info

Specification Details
Frequency Range  TX: 156.050 – 162.000 MHz
RX: 156.000 – 163.450 MHz
Frequency Stability ±5 ppm
Operating Voltage DC 13.8 V (±15%)
Operating Temperature –20 °C to +60 °C
Antenna Impedance 50 Ω
Dimensions (W × H × D) 155 × 68 × 86 mm
Weight 721 g (hand microphone included)

Transmission

Specification Details
Output Power 25 W / 1 W
Max. Frequency Deviation ±5 kHz
Spurious Emissions  ≤ –70 dB (High)
≤ –56 dB (Low)
Adjacent Channel Power ≥70 dB
Audio Harmonic Distortion ≤10%
Current Consumption  ≤5.5 A (High)
≤1.5 A (Low)
Input Impedance 2 kΩ (Microphone)

Receiver

Specification Details
Receive Sensitivity ≤0.22 µV
Squelch Sensitivity ≤0.22 µV
Adjacent Channel Selectivity ≥70 dB
Spurious Response Rejection ≥70 dB
Intermodulation Rejection ≥70 dB
Max. Receive Current ≤1.5 A
Audio Output Power ≥4.5 W (10%)
GPS Signal Format NMEA 0183 / NMEA 2000
Output Impedance 4 Ω (Speaker)

 

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Unboxing

What's in the box?

What's in the box?

What’s included?

  • 1 x C201 Marine Fixed VHF/DSC Radio with GPS.
  • 1 x DC Power Cable.
  • 1 x Adjustable Stand with mounting hardware.
  • 1 x GPS Antenna.
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