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ACR SR303 GMDSS Waterproof Handheld VHF Survival Radio with Primary Lithium Emergency Battery (4586)
ACR SR303 GMDSS Waterproof Handheld VHF Survival Radio with Primary Lithium Emergency Battery (4586)
Manufacturer Part:
4586
Sale price
$669.95
Regular price
$1,089.95
Full Factory ACR Electronics Warranty
The ACR SR303 4586 is an emergency-focused GMDSS handheld VHF survival radio supplied with its primary lithium battery. Built for operation in survival conditions, it provides dedicated ship-to-ship voice communication and automatic emergency-mode presetting when the sealed primary battery is activated.
Key Features & Benefits
- GMDSS Survival Communication: Conforms to marine safety radio standards for survival-craft and ship-to-ship communications.
- Automatic Emergency Settings: Activating the primary battery powers up the radio and selects channel 16, volume 8 and squelch 2.
- Waterproof Construction: IPX7 design supports use in liferafts and exposed marine conditions.
- Glove-Friendly Controls: Large controls and backlit display/keypad support operation with survival-suit gloves.
- NFC Service Data: Near Field Communication enables checking battery dates and radio information.
- Tamper-Evident Emergency Power: Includes the LB15V primary lithium battery with a witness label showing whether it has been activated.
Technical Specifications
- Radio Service: GMDSS marine VHF survival radio
- Operating Mode: International ship-to-ship simplex VHF channels
- Water Resistance: IPX7
- Operating Temperature: -20°C to +55°C
- Storage Temperature: -30°C to +65°C
- Primary Battery: LB15V, lithium, non-rechargeable
- Primary Battery Replacement Interval: 5 years
- Additional Rechargeable Battery: Not included
- Charging Base: Not included
- Display & Keypad: Backlit
- Near Field Communication: Supported
- Radio Certifications: IEC 61097-12, IEC 60945, MED/5.17, UK MER/5.17 and applicable FCC GMDSS provisions
Compatibility
The SR303 is a GMDSS survival-craft radio and is not a substitute for a full-featured recreational marine VHF with every channel. LB15V emergency power and RB16V rechargeable power have different intended uses. Check carriage and radio licensing requirements for the vessel.
Installation & Setup
Maintain the battery witness seal until emergency use and follow the manufacturer inspection and GMDSS carriage procedures.
Warranty
1-Year Limited Warranty
What's in the Box
- SR303 waterproof VHF survival radio
- LB15V lithium primary emergency battery
- Flexible rubber antenna
- Belt clip
- Wrist lanyard