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VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER

IC-M510BB

High-Performance, Extendable Black Box VHF Radio That Supports Your Communication and Safety for Your Boat

Installation Example

Clean Installation for Limited Helm Space

Installation example

The IC-M510BB consists of a multi-piece, CommandMic™ and black box configuration. All operations including DSC, can be made from the CommandMic™, HM-195, and the RF unit can be installed in an out-of-sight place, up to 60 ft (18.3 m)* away from the CommandMic™.

* Two OPC-1541 optional cables are required for 60 ft installation.

Install Up to Three Stations on Board, VHF Radio Available at Your Favorite Positions

Up to three CommandMic™ stations are available with the  IC-M510BB providing access to the VHF radio and Intercom functions. When using the Intercom function, you can select either one-to-all or one-to-one communication.

NMEA 2000® and NMEA 0183®-HS Provides Data Integration on Your Boat

NMEA 2000® connector

NMEA 2000® network provides plug-and-play data communication to inter-connect with other marine equipment such as an MFD (Multi-Function Display). The radio can send GNSS (GPS) position, AIS, DSC call, and radio channel to other equipment.

Integrated AIS Receiver Monitors the Movement of Other Ships

The integrated AIS receiver helps you to find ships heading toward your boat and gives you an alert for collision avoidance. You can make an individual DSC call to a selected ship from the AIS screens.

DSC Remote Control Interface for PC Console Software (EN 300 338-8 Compatible)

The IC-M510BB has a dedicated DSC Remote Control (EN 300 338-8 Compatible) terminal, allowing connection to a PC console software or external device. You will be able to centralize emergency communications control.
 

Two Minutes Voice Recording Function for Playback Last Call

The last call voice recording function automatically saves up to two minutes of an incoming call. You will not miss incoming messages.

Active Noise Cancelling - No Need to Shout into Your Microphone

The Active Noise Cancelling digitally removes background noise from both transmit and receive audio and provides clear communication in a noisy maritime environment.

Built-in Class D DSC, “Distress” Button Can be a Lifesaver in an Emergency Situation

With just a press of the “DISTRESS” button, the built-in DSC (Digital Selective Calling) system can digitally transmit distress information to the Coast Guard and/or other vessels. The DSC watch function continuously monitors the DSC channel (Ch. 70) for added safety and security.

Loud 1-Way RX Hailer for Radio Watch on the Deck or Tower

Optional SP-37

A built-in 15 W* amplifier increases the audio output to an external hailer speaker. The 1-way RX hailer function enables you to keep watch of the radio traffic on the deck or tower through the hailer speaker. You can also sound foghorn patterns from the hailer speaker.

* 13 W for the Europe Version.

Other Features

  • IPX7 waterproof, 1 m depth water for 30 minutes
  • Integrated GPS receiver*
  • AquaQuake™ function
  • External speaker connection from the CommandMic™ cable
  • Anchor Watch function
    (* External GPS antenna is included with the EUR version. Optional with the USA version. )

COMPARISON

IC-M510BB IC-M410BB IC-M400BB
CommandMic™ Stations Total 3 stations (Up to 2 options) Total 2 stations (optional 1 station) 1 station
Intercom function Yes
(One-to-one and one-to-all)
Yes No
Class D DSC & DISTRESS Yes Yes Yes
AIS Receiver Yes No No
Integrated GPS (GNSS) receiver Yes
(IC-M510BB EUR Version only*)
Yes
(IC-M410BB EUR Version only*)

Yes
(IC-M400BBE EUR Version only)

Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Yes
Voice Recording & Playback Yes No No
NMEA Interface NMEA 2000
NMEA 0183-HS
NMEA 2000
NMEA 0183-HS
NMEA 0183
DSC Remote Control Interface Yes (EN 300 338-8) No No
RX Hailer and Foghorn Yes (1-Way) Yes (1-Way) Yes (1-Way)

* GPS antenna is optional with the IC-M510BB and IC-M410BB USA versions.

General

USA Version EUR version
Frequency range TX 156.025~157.425 MHz 156.025~161.425 MHz
RX 156.050~163.275 MHz 156.050~162.000 MHz
DSC 156.525 MHz 156.525 MHz
AIS1, 2 161.975, 162.025 MHz 161.975, 162.025 MHz
Usable channels USA, CAN, INT, WX channels INT, USA, ATIS channels
Type of emission 16K0G3E (FM), 16K0G2B (DSC), 16K0GXW (AIS) 16K0G3E (FM), 16K0G2B (DSC), 16K0G2B (AIS)
Power supply requirement 13.8 V DC (11.7~15.9 V DC) 12.0 V DC (10.8~15.6 V DC)
Current drain
(at 13.8 V DC)
TX 25 W output 5.5 A Max.
RX Max. audio 1.5 A (One CommandMic)
4.5 A (Three CommandMic & RX hailer)
Operating temperature range –20°C ~ +60°C; –4°F ~ +140°F
Antenna impedance 50 Ω
Dimensions (W x H x D, Projections are not included) RF unit 216 x 79 x 113 mm, 8.5 x 3.1 x 4.4 in
CommandMic 67.5 x 144.5 x 37 mm, 2.7 x 5.7 x 1.5 in
Weight (approx.) RF unit 890 g; 2 lb.
CommandMic 400 g; 14.1 oz

Transmitter

USA Version EUR version
Output power 25 W, 1W
Max. frequency deviation ±5 kHz
Frequency tolerance ±0.5 kHz
Spurious emissions Less than −70 dBc (at 25 W)
Less than −56 dBc (at 1 W)
Less than 0.25 μW
Residual modulation More than 40 dB
Adjacent channel power More than 70 dB

Receiver

USA Version EUR version
Sensitivity FM 0.22 μV typical (at 12 dB SINAD) Less than -2 dBμ emf  (at 20 dB SINAD)
DSC (1% BER) -7 dBμ emf typical
Adjacent channel selectivity FM More than 70 dB
DSC (1% BER) More than 73 dBμ emf
Spurious response FM More than 70 dB
DSC (1% BER) More than 73 dBμ emf
Intermodulation FM More than 70 dB More than 68 dB
DSC (1% BER) More than 68 dBμ emf
Hum and noise More than 40 dB
Audio output power CommandMic More than 2 W (with 4 Ω load, at 10% distortion) 
Rx hailer More than 15 W (with 4 Ω load) More than 13 W (with 4 Ω load) 

Applicable IP Rating

Ingress Protection Standard
IC-M510BB  (Black box RF unit and CommandMic) IPX7 (Waterproof protection)*

* Except for the DC power connector, NMEA In/Out leads and AF Out leads.

Supplied Accessories

  • Commandmic, HM-195GB
  • Connection cable OPC-1540 (6.1 m, 20 ft) 
  • GPS antenna* (* GPS antenna is not supplied with the USA version.)
  • Microphone hanger
  • DC power cable
  • Mounting base
  • Connector cap

Dimensions

Catalogs / Brochures

Instruction Manual / Guides

Name Model Name Note
IC-M410BB/IC-M510BB Manual IC-M410BB/IC-M510BB Manual