Key Features:
- Compact and Lightweight Design: The IC-M85E is recognized as the most compact and lightweight commercial-grade marine and land mobile hybrid radio, measuring 56 × 92 × 36.2 mm and weighing approximately 281 g with the BP-294 battery pack, FA-SC58V antenna, and MBB-3 belt clip.
- Dual Frequency Coverage: This transceiver operates on both VHF marine channels (156.000–161.450 MHz) and PMR (Private Mobile Radio) channels (136.000–174.000 MHz), with up to 100 programmable PMR channels. Each channel can be configured with CTCSS and DTCS tones.
- High Audio Output: Despite its compact size, the IC-M85E delivers a powerful 700 mW of audio output, ensuring clear communication even in noisy environments.
- Emergency Functions: Equipped with three emergency-related functions—MOB (Man Overboard) Alarm, Man Down, and Lone Worker—the radio automatically initiates an emergency alarm when activated.
- Rugged Construction: The IC-M85E boasts an IP67 rating, providing dust-tight and waterproof protection. It can withstand immersion up to 1 meter for 30 minutes and meets MIL-STD-810 specifications for durability.
- AquaQuake™ Function: This feature emits ultrasonic waves to expel water from the speaker, preventing audio degradation due to water ingress.
- Long Battery Life: With the BP-294 battery pack, the IC-M85E offers approximately 21 hours of operation under standard conditions (TX:RX:Standby = 5:5:90).
Technical Specifications:
- General:
- Frequency Coverage:
- Marine Channels: 156.000–161.450 MHz (Transmit), 156.000–163.425 MHz (Receive)
- PMR Channels: 136.000–174.000 MHz
- Number of Channels:
- Marine: International and USA channels
- PMR: 100 programmable channels
- Channel Spacing: 25 kHz for marine; 25/12.5 kHz for PMR
- Power Supply: 7.2 V DC nominal
- Operating Temperature Range: -15°C to +55°C for marine; -25°C to +55°C for PMR
- Dimensions: 56 × 92 × 36.2 mm (with BP-294)
- Weight: 281 g (with BP-294, FA-SC58V, and MBB-3)
- Transmitter:
- Output Power: 5/3/1 W for both marine and PMR channels
- Frequency Stability: ±1.5 kHz
- Spurious Emissions: 0.25 μW (≤2 GHz), 1.0 μW (>2 GHz)
- Modulation Limiting: 60–100% of maximum deviation
- Receiver:
- Sensitivity: -4 dBμ emf typical (marine); -4 dBμ emf typical (wide) and -2 dBμ emf typical (narrow) for PMR
- Adjacent Channel Selectivity: 70 dB
- Intermodulation: 68 dB (marine); 65 dB (PMR)
- Audio Output Power: 700 mW typical (internal speaker)
Materials: The IC-M85E is constructed with durable materials to ensure longevity and reliability in various environmental conditions.
Dimensions: The device measures 56 × 92 × 36.2 mm, making it highly portable and easy to handle.
Compatibility Information: The IC-M85E is compatible with both marine VHF channels and PMR channels, allowing for versatile communication in different settings.
