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Nautilus Lifeline VHF Radio w/GPS

Waterproof to 425 feet / 130 meters, the Nautilus Lifeline is an ultra compact VHF marine voice radio with GPS that can be operated at the waters surface. Uniquely, the Lifeline can also be carried by scuba divers while diving, thus always immediately available whenever and whereever the diver surfaces. Pushing the Lifeline Button automatically sends your exact GPS coordinates to all modern marine VHF radios within a range that is typically several miles and under ideal conditions can be up to { 12 Miles | 19 Km }. You need never worry about your dive boat finding you again. The Nautilus Lifeline is also a full featured marine VHF radio with Digital Selective Calling (DSC) and GPS that is ready to be used as soon as it is charged via it's USB port. The chat button allows you to communicate via voice with any radio set to the VHF channel that you chose.

International regulations require completion of a simple online registration form to obtain a Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) number before the Lifeline Button can be activated. Once activated the Lifeline can transmit an electronic distress call with your unique ID along with your current GPS coordinates via Digital Selective Calling VHF radio. The Nautilus Lifeline includes a quick start guide, data and charging cable, D-ring clip, full manual and software (via download). A pocket pouch is available separately.

Features of the Nautilus Lifeline VHF Radio w/GPS

Chat (Green) Button - Pressing the Chat Button on the Nautilus Lifeline will allow you to communicate via voice between your Lifeline and your boat, other divers with a Lifeline, or any VHF radio on the same channel. The Lifeline defaults to VHF Channel 08 and you can also change channels to any marine frequency. This is a fully functional marine VHF radio, with adjustable volume and squelch.

Hail + Distress (Orange) Button - Press this button to communicate via voice on VHF Channel 16, the universal hail and distress channel worldwide on EVERY marine radio. The Nautilus Lifeline has imbedded software that prevents an inexperienced user from inadvertently locking the channel up.

Lifeline (Red) Button - Unlock the safety tab and hold this button for 3 seconds to activate transmission of alert message via VHF Channel 70 (for emergency use only). All modern marine radios within range will automatically switch to channel 16, sound an alarm, flash a light, and display your GPS coordinates. A strobe light will also flash on the Nautilus Lifeline when in DISTRESS MODE to assist with indicating diver position.

Speaker/Microphone - Even when the cap is open, the Nautilus Lifeline is waterproof to IP67 standards, submersible to 3 feet (1 meter). The cap of your Lifeline can be opened on the surface (only) in any sea state allowing full use of all features.

LCD display - Located on the side of the Lifeline it shows the GPS position, signal lock, channel in use, battery remaining as well as volume, squelch, channel selection and GPS polling. The Nautilus Lifeline has the latest version Jupiter 3 GPS receiver displaying latitude and longitude on the LCD display.

USB Port - Used for recharging the battery on the Nautilus Lifeline, downloading GPS log of dive sites onto Google map or adjusting advanced settings.

Antenna - The VHF whip antenna is waterproof to IP67 standards, and is easy to stow when not in use. When in use, extend the antenna for maximum range. Range can be further extended by holding the Nautilus Lifeline above your head in the DISTRESS MODE.

Rechargeable Battery - The Nautilus Lifeline connects to any USB charger to recharge the 1850 mAh lithium ion battery. The Lifeline has approximately 24 hours of operational battery life when in DISTRESS mode, and 30 minutes of talk time. The battery must be recharged every six months during storage.

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Nautilus Lifeline VHF Radio w/GPS

Nautilus Lifeline VHF Radio w/GPS

Features of the Nautilus Lifeline VHF Radio w/GPS

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