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Australian Oricom Warranty
Oricom MX500 Handheld
VHF Marine Radio
5/1 Watt Switchable Power
IP67 Waterproof
Large Backlit Display
Up to 8 Hours Battery
 
Technical Specifications
General
Frequency Range: TX: 156.000-161.450MHz
                                            RX: 156.000-163.425MHz
Type of Emissions: 16K0G3E (FM)
Power Supply Voltage: 3.7V DC nominal
Battery Pack: 1500mAh Li-ion (DC 3.7V)
Operating Time: Up to 8 hours
Duty Cycle: 5% transmit, 5% receive & 90% standby
Frequency Stability: ±10 PPM
Rx Internal SP: < 300mA (Max. audio)
Operating Temperature Range: -15 °C ~ +55 °C
Antenna Impedance: 50Ω
Dimensions (without antenna): 65mm (w) × 140mm (h) × 41mm (d)
Weight: 247g (With Belt Clip and Antenna)
 
Transmitter
Output power: 5W/1W switchable
Max. Frequency Deviation: ±5.0kHz
Adjacent Channel Power: ≥70dB
Residual Modulation: ≥≤-40dB
 
Receiver
Sensitivity: ≤0.22 µ V
Squelch Sensitivity: ≤0.22 µ V
Adjacent Channel Selectivity: ≥70dB
Spurious Response: ≥70dB
Intermodulation: ≥68dB
Audio Output Power: ≥0.6W (at 10% distortion)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: ≥40dB
 
†AC Adaptor is not waterproof
* 2 Year warranty excludes battery
 
Overview
The Oricom MX500 is a well-engineered and fully featured 5/1 Watt Switchable VHF Marine radio, and is an essential part of your safety kit on the water.
 
The perfect solution for small watercraft such as tinnies, kayaks and jet skis that may not have electrical systems or sufficient space for a fixed-mount radio.
 
Built tough to withstand the harshest marine environments, the MX500 is waterproof to IP67* if dropped overboard and will float to ensure easy retrieval.
 
*AC Adaptor is not waterproof.
 
Features
IP67 waterproof† (1-metre depth for 30 minutes)
Float and flash
Vibration water draining function
Dual/tri-watch
5/1 watt switchable
Large backlit display
Programmable and priority scan
Keypad lock
Battery indicator
Operating time up to 8hrs
All international, US and Canadian Marine VHF channel frequencies
2 Year warranty excludes battery
 
Box Contents
Oricom MX500 5 Watt Handheld VHF Marine Radio
 
Oricom
Founded in 2003, Oricom is a 100% Australian-owned and operated company specializing in engineering radio communication products for the unique conditions of Australia and New Zealand. Its commitments extend beyond delivering high-quality products and prioritizing local service and support, ensuring your needs are met long after your purchase. As experts in communication and monitoring technologies, their products are built with the latest technology and local expertise to meet the evolving needs of families. Oricom is proud to be a signatory of the Australian Packaging Covenant, demonstrating its commitment to environmentally responsible practices.