Catoosa, Okla. – Eagle, America’s top-selling brand of recreational marine electronics, is bringing unbeatable JIS 7 waterproof performance, features and value to entry-level VHF radio consumers in 2008, with the introduction of two fixed-mount models, and one handheld device, premiered at ICAST 2007 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Topping the list is the new Eagle EVR-150 fixed-mount marine VHF radio with DSC functionality for immediate boat distress position/time transmission when connected to a compatible GPS receiver via NMEA 0183. The EVR-150 delivers 25/1-watt selectable transmit power, all International-Canadian-USA channels, 10 weather channels with alert tone detection, special 3CH key for instant access to any three favorite user channels, plus Dual/Tri-Watch/All-Scan modes. Along with its five-key microphone for left- or right-handed use, the EVR-150 features a large, 1” x 1.8” FSTN, 4 x 12 character display with adjustable backlighting.
Marking its first “inland” VHF fixed-mount marine radio, Eagle also introduced the new EVR-100, with the optional VA-1 quality marine VHF antenna. With selectable 7/1-watt power, this high-value compact package includes a large 1” x 1.8” segmented, backlit LCD display with dual-channel readout. With all legally allowed USA, Canadian and International channels, the full 7-watts of power easily allows 10 miles of boat-to-boat communications for inland use. Transmit power down to 1-watt is perfect for marina use, while Weather Alert provides warning of area storms or poor conditions. Other value/performance features include a full-function tethered microphone for left/right-handed use, 3-watts of real external speaker audio power, and a vessel battery-voltage readout/alarm for convenience and added peace-of-mind.
Rounding out the new Eagle entries is the first Eagle 5/1-watt waterproof VHF handheld radio, loaded with features, at an unbeatable price. Ideal for entry-level handheld VHF users, the new
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EHR-10 is a high-value package that includes a NiMH battery pack and charger. It features all legally allowed USA, Canadian and International channels, a bright red LED TX transmission confirmation indicator, a 4-bar battery indicator, RSSI to meter the strength of incoming/outgoing calls and weather alerts. The EHR-10’s backlit LCD display is larger than most comparably priced VHF handhelds, while function keys are also illuminated for low-light use. All new Eagle VHF marine radios come with a full one-year warranty. For more information, please visit www.eaglesonar.com, or call 1.800.324.1354 in the USA.
About Eagle
The Eagle® brand is wholly owned by Navico, Inc., a privately held, international marine electronics company. Navico is currently the world’s largest marine electronics company, and is the parent company to seven well-established marine electronics brands: B&G®, Eagle®, Lowrance®, MX Marine, Navman, Northstar and Simrad®.
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