FM4850 Black Box VHF Radio with GPS, AIS, DSC & Loudhailer

The Ultimate 5-In-1 Tool of VHF Radios

The FM4850 is a marine Black Box VHF radiotelephone with built-in Class D DSC, AIS Receiver, and Simplified Loud Hailer with intercom. Its compact housing enables it to be installed in a variety of craft, even vessels where space is limited, such as center-console boats.The FM4850 handset shares a common appearance with other Furuno equipment, such as NavNet TZtouch2, NavPilot 711C, and the FI70 Instrument series, offering an integrated appearance to any helm. Its built-in AIS Receiver can be used to overlay AIS targets with networked GPS Plotters or MFD's, such as NavNet TZtouch, NavNet TZtouch2, or GP1871F/GP1971F combo units.

Built-In DSC & AIS 

An external GPS antenna can be connected to the FM4850, and it can share its own GPS, DSC and AIS information via NMEA0183 or NMEA2000. When connected via NMEA2000 to any NavNet TZtouch2 MFD, DSC calling can be initiated directly from the TZtouch2 MFD by simply tapping on the AIS/DSC target and selecting [DSC Call]. Additionally, when MOB (Man Overboard) is activated on a TZtouch2 MFD, the FM4850 enters a special mode where you can initiate a distress call by simply pushing the rotary knob on the handset.

Loud Hailer, Intercom & Listen Back Features

The unit can operate as a simplified Loud Hailer with intercom, featuring 8 patterns of alert sounds. Loud Hailer, Fog Horn and Warning Signal features are all available, enhancing onboard safety and communications while navigating in the dark or fog. When connected with the second-station handset, intercom communications are available, allowing communications between the two devices. Additionally, the horn speaker can be used to collect external sounds and transmit them through the built-in speaker with a function called Listen Back. In this way, a person on the deck can easily communicate with the bridge, a particularly useful feature for a variety of fishing vessels and workboats. The Listen Back function can also be an effective tool on sport fishing vessels, allowing the horn speaker to collect the sound from fishing rods and lines when you get a strike.

Features:

• NMEA2000 Certified VHF, AIS Receiver, 30-Watt Loudhailer, GPS*, Remote DSC & Multi-Station Intercom
• Up to 3-stations w/optional HS4800A full-function remotes (up to 30 meters)
• Single NMEA2000 connection for backup GPS*/AIS Receiver/Remote DSC 
• Outputs NMEA0183 Position, AIS and DSC data to legacy equipment
• IP67 waterproof transceiver, handset & speaker
• Simple installation thanks to its robust metal & waterproof black box design
• Initiate DSC calls directly from TZtouch2 MFDs (version 6.21 software)

*Built-in GPS Receiver requires optional GPS Antenna, such as the GPA017

Black box VHF radio with DSC and AIS The FM4850 black box can provide all the functions that VHF does not have and many high-end functions without occupying the main space of the console. The only hardware on the console is a handheld microphone, but the back of the console is where the black box is to be installed. FM 4850 has all the standard functions of VHF radio, such as 25 watt output power, weather channel and Class D DSC. The 4850's high-end features include NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 compatibility, so you can connect it to any compatible NMEA device on the board. You can even add an external GPS antenna Furuno GPA017 so that the FM4850 can get GPS data without connecting to a plotter. Not only can you send and receive standard routine calls, you can also use Class D DSC (Digital Selective Calling) for SOS distress calls in emergency situations. The built-in AIS receiver will provide situational awareness to help provide greater safety at sea or in the bay by providing data about other ships. FM4850 comes with a 15-watt PA/Loud Hailer with 8 different automatic fog/warning signals. With the help of the listening function, you can listen through the PA in case the crew needs to respond to your message. You can also add a second radio station, which can be used to transmit on VHF or communicate with other microphones. If you are looking for high-quality black box VHF, then FM4850 is your best choice.
SKU: NVN-78178
MPN: FM4850
UPC: 611679384430