| Model | NMEA 2000® | AIS Receiver | |
|---|---|---|---|
| M506 AIS Front (Front Mic) | M506-21 | 0183/2000® | Integrated AIS Receiver |
| M506 AIS Rear (Rear Mic) | M506-41 | 0183/2000® | Integrated AIS Receiver |
| M506 N2K Front (Front Mic) | M506-11 | 0183/2000® | Not Included |
| M506 N2K Rear (Rear Mic) | M506-31 | 0183/2000® | Not Included |
| M506 NMEA | M506-01 | 0183 | Not Included |
Integrated AIS Receiver
With an integrated AIS receiver, the IC-M506 can show AIS vessel traffic information on the display. The AIS target call function allows you to easily set up an individual DSC call. The Plotter, Target list and Danger list can be toggled on the display. In the M506-21 and M506-41 versions only
NMEA 2000® and NMEA 0183 ConnectivityWith the plug-and-play functionality of NMEA 2000 in the NMEA2000 models, the IC-M506 can easily connect to a NMEA 2000 network and interconnect with other equipment. Also the NMEA 0183 input/output can be used for external GPS/NAV interface. The M506-01 only has NMEA 0183.
Last Call Voice RecordingThe last call voice recording function automatically saves the last two minutes of the last incoming call. You can also start recording manually.
Active Noise CancellingThe built-in bidirectional active noise cancelling reduces background noise to up to 90% and improves both your transmitted voice and incoming call.
25W Two-Way HailerWhen connected to an external hailer horn, you can talk to people on the deck or shore from the radio's microphone and can hear people's reply via the hailer horn. Foghorn and RX speaker functions are also available.
Optional COMMANDMIC™ HM-195B/SWThe optional COMMANDMIC, HM-195B/SW provides 2nd station capability for using the IC-M506 from a separate cabin or tower. Most functions including DSC and AIS functions can be controlled from the COMMANDMIC and can be used as an intercom between the IC-M506 and the COMMANDMIC.
Large LCD and Intuitive User InterfaceThe IC-M506 is equipped with 132x96 pixels dot-matrix display which is larger than the IC-M504 (132x64 pixels). Reading GPS, AIS, DSC and radio menus are easier than ever. The bottom line of the display shows the software key functions and the functions can be toggled with the left and right buttons.
More Great Features| General | |
|---|---|
| Frequency range Tx Rx CH70 AIS1, 2 | 156.025-157.425MHz 156.050-163.275MHz 156.525MHz 161.975MHz, 162.025MHz |
| Type of emission | 16K0G3E (FM), 16K0G2B (DSC) |
| Usable channels | USA, INT, CAN, WX channels |
| Power supply requirement | 13.8V DC ±15% |
| Current drain (at 13.8V DC) Transmit Receive | 5.5A (25W output) 1.5A |
| Operating temperature range | 20°C to +60°C; 4°F to +140°F |
| Antenna impedance | 50Ω (SO-239) |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) (projections not included) | 175x110xTBA mm; 6.66x3.14xTBA in. |
| Weight (approx.) | TBA |
| NMEA formats Input Output | RMC, GGA, GNS, GLL DSC, DSE |
| Transmitter | |
|---|---|
| Output power | 25W or 1W (at 13.8V DC) |
| Max. freq. deviation | ± 5.0 kHz |
| Frequency stability | ± 10.0ppm (20°C to +60°C) |
| Spurious emissions | Less than -70dBc |
| Residual modulation | More than 40dB |
| Adjacent channel power | More than 70dB |
| Receiver | |
|---|---|
| Intermediate frequency | 1st 21.7MHz, 2nd 450kHz |
| Sensitivity (at 12dB SINAD) | 0.22µV typical |
| Squelch sensitivity | Less than 0.32µV |
| Adjacent Ch. selectivity | 80dB typical |
| Spurious response | 80dB typical |
| Intermodulation rejection | 80dB typical |
| Hum and noise ratio | More than 40dB |
| Audio output power at 10% distortion | 10W min. with a 4Ω load (External speaker) |
Applicable IP Rating
| Ingress Protection Standard | |
|---|---|
| Water | IPX8 (1 m depth water for 60 minutes) |
Measurement made in accordance with TIA/EIA-603. All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
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