M504

M504 Features

  • Dual/tri-watch function for monitoring Ch.16 and/or call channel
  • Instant access to Ch. 16 and call channel
  • 7 levels adjustable backlit display and keypad
  • Convenient “TAG” scanning function with simple add/delete
  • Optional Voice Scrambler, UT-112 for private communication
  • Weather channels with weather alert function
  • Black or gray color versions
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The Submersible PLUS Marine VHF with Class D DSC

*Compatible with the New MA500TR – Class B AIS Transponder

Learn more about the MA500TR here.

IPX8 Submersible PLUS (1.5m depth for 30 minutes)

The IC-M504 withstands submersion in up to 1.5m depth of water for 30 minutes. It is equivalent to the IPX8 standard. All products are rigorously checked to pass the quality test at the factory.

M504 LCDLarge LCD with dot-matrix characters

The IC-M504 has a 168-charactor, full-dot matrix display that allows you to easily view a variety of information, such as GPS data, DSC emergency data, etc. The large buttons and knobs provide user friendly operation.

ITU Class D DSC

The IC-M504 has built-in class D DSC, which enables you to constantly monitor channel 70. This functionality provides users at sea with the peace of mind that they can call for help by pressing the "Distress" button if the need arises.

Position Request and Position Report

Over and above the DSC, your own and other ships’ position data can be exchanged with the position request or position report functions. The received position information can be transferred to external navigation equipment*. In addition, the polling (request/ reply) function checks whether a specific ship is within the communications range.
* External GPS receiver and navigation equipments which accept NMEA 0183 format are required.

Superior receiver performance

The IC-M504 has excellent receive specifications of 80dB (typical) for intermodulation rejection, adjacent channel selectivity, and 0.22µV (typical) high sensitivity. The IC-M504’s superior receiver provides excellent resistance to intermodulation and allows you to catch a weak signal between strong stations.

Excellent audio output power

The extra large speaker is mounted into a well spaced housing, producing greater sound than the specified 4.5W output power. You can get clear and loud reception without requiring repetition of the message, even over the engine or other background noise.

25W hailer/RX speaker and auto foghorn

When connected to a hailer horn or external speaker on the deck or tower, you can make an announcement on-board from the microphone. The RX speaker function, "receiver-repeater", allows you to monitor the received audio. Four foghorn patterns are also available for the automatic foghorn.

Rear panel microphone version*

With this version, the microphone connector is drawn from the rear panel and a 6.1m (20ft) microphone extension cable is supplied to allow you clean and neat panel installation.
* Ask your dealer for details

IC-M504 Rear Panel Version

Other features

  • Dual/tri-watch function for monitoring Ch.16 and/or call channel
  • Instant access to Ch. 16 and call channel
  • 7 levels adjustable backlit display and keypad
  • Convenient "TAG" scanning function with simple add/delete
  • Optional Voice Scrambler, UT-112 for private communication
  • Weather channels with weather alert function
  • Black or gray color versions

Optional fully integrated COMMANDMICΙΙΙ™

Full control 2nd station capability

The COMMANDMICΙΙΙ™ is a remote control for the IC-M504 that may be positioned up to 18.3m (60ft) away from the IC-M504. All M504 functions, including distress call, DSC, and foghorn, are available. The COMMANDMICΙΙΙ™ may also be used as an intercom with the IC-M504.

Multi function "Jog" dial

A newly designed multi function Jog dial gives you quick and easy access to many M504 settings, including operating channel, volume, squelch, menu settings and more.

Other features

  • Full dot-matrix LCD with 7-step
    dimmer setting
  • 2.8W (typical) external speaker terminal
  • Submersible PLUS (1.5m depth
    for 30 minutes)
  • Extra large 45mm (d) speaker for superior audio

General

Frequency range Tx 156.025–157.425 MHz
Rx 156.050–163.275 MHz
Rx (CH70) 156.525 MHz
RX (AIS) 162.025 MHz
Usable channel groups INT, USA, CAN, WX channels
Type of emission 16K0G3E (FM), 16K0G2B (DSC), 16K0GXW (GMSK)
Current drain
(at 7.2 V DC)
TX (6 W/1 W output) 1500 mA/700 mA (approx.)
RX (Inter SP/Exter SP Max. audio) 700 mA/350 mA (approx.)
Operating temperature range –20°C to +60°C; –4˚F to +140˚F
Antenna impedance 50 Ω
Dimensions (W×H×D)
(Projections not included)
60.9 × 145.8 × 43.8 mm;
2.4 × 5.7 × 1.7 in
Weight (approximately) 357 g ; 12.6 oz
(With BP-306, antenna, MB-133)

 

 

Transmitter

Output power (Hi/Low) 6 W/1 W
Max. frequency deviation ±5 kHz
Frequency stability ±10 ppm
Spurious emissions –68 dBc typical

 

 

Receiver

Sensitivity (at 12 dB SINAD)
DSC receiver (at 1% BER)
AIS receiver (at 20% PER)
0.25 μV typical
–3 dBμ emf typical
–107 dBm
Squelch sensitivity (Threshold) 0.25 μV typical
Adjacent channel selectivity
DSC receiver (at 1% BER)
AIS receiver (at 20% PER)
70 dB typical
73 dBμ emf
50 dB typical
Spurious response
DSC receiver (at 1% BER)
AIS receiver (at 20% PER)
70 dB typical
73 dBμ emf
50 dB typical
Intermodulation
DSC receiver (at 1% BER)
AIS receiver (at 20% PER)
70 dB typical
68 dBμ emf
50 dB typical
Hum and noise 40 dB
Audio output power
(at 10% distortion)
Internal SP 1500 mW typical (8 Ω load)
External SP 350 mW typical (8 Ω load)

 

Measurements made in accordance with TIA/EIA-603. All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

 

 

Applicable U.S. Military Specifications & IP Rating

Standard MIL-810 G
Method Procedure
Low Pressure 500.5 I, II
High Temperature 501.5 I, II
Low Temperature 502.5 I, II
Temperature Shock 503.5 I-C
Solar Radiation 505.5 I
Rain Blowing/Drip 506.5 I, III
Humidity 507.5 II
Salt Fog 509.5
Dust Blowing 510.5 I
Immersion 512.5 I
Vibration 514.6 I
Shock 516.6 I, IV

Also meets equivalent MIL-STD-810-C, -D, -E and -F.

Ingress Protection Standards
Water IPX7 (Waterproof protection)

 

All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

 

 

Supplied Accessories

  • BP-306 battery pack
  • BC-251 battery charger
  • AC adapter*
  • CP-26 cigarette lighter cable
  • MB-133 belt clip
  • Antenna
  • Hand strap

* May differ depending on version

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