Icom's M330GE DSC GPS VHF Fixed Radio

[LeonF]

I need to replace my ancient Simrad VHF, non DSC. Looking at the Icom, but will it work below decks without the external antenna ? My Raymarine Element Chartplotter does just fine. If not, is there a fixed VHF that doesn't need an external GPS aerial ?

 

[[194224]]

There are probably quite a few. For example the Standard Horizon GX2200E is a popular device with internal antenna.

 

[LeonF]

There are probably quite a few. For example the Standard Horizon GX2200E is a popular device with internal antenna.

The Icom has an internal GPS...just not sure if it will work stand alone or relies on the antenna ?

 

[wonkywinch]

I need to replace my ancient Simrad VHF, non DSC. Looking at the Icom, but will it work below decks without the external antenna ? My Raymarine Element Chartplotter does just fine. If not, is there a fixed VHF that doesn't need an external GPS aerial ?

IC-M330GE : Mounted VHF/DSC Marine Radio - Icom UK

"Built in GPS Receiver and External GPS Antenna"

 

[LeonF]

Thanks all. Just rang Icom. Yes, needs the antenna but it doesn't need to be led outside the boat, can just be attached alongside the radio.