The Icom GM800 is a professional GMDSS MF/HF marine transceiver for reliable long-range communication at sea. It is designed for commercial and SOLAS-regulated vessels requiring GMDSS MF/HF radio capability. The GM800 supports Class A DSC for distress, safety and general DSC calls.
The radio features a clear remote control head with a 4.3-inch colour display and user-friendly interface. The GM800 is used for MF/HF communication beyond VHF range and is suitable for commercial shipping, offshore vessels, workboats and professional marine installations. Icom France lists 1.6–27.50 MHz, 150W PEP, 24V, 1195 channels, Class A DSC and IPX7 protection on the front panel.
Key features
- GMDSS MF/HF marine transceiver
- With Class A DSC
- For professional long-range marine communication
- Meets SOLAS/GMDSS MF/HF requirements
- MED “Wheel Mark” for European commercial vessels
- 4.3-inch wide viewing angle colour display
- Remote control head for space-saving installation
- MF/HF frequency range according to supplier: 1.6–27.50 MHz
- Output power according to supplier: 150W PEP
- Power supply: 24V
- IPX7 protection on front panel according to supplier
- Suitable for commercial vessels, offshore and professional marine systems
Product specifications
- Brand: Icom
- Model: GM800
- Product type: GMDSS MF/HF marine transceiver
- DSC: Class A DSC
- Application: MF/HF long-range communication
- Frequency range according to supplier: 1.6–27.50 MHz
- Output power according to supplier: 150W PEP
- Power supply: 24V DC
- Number of channels according to supplier: 1195 channels
- Display: 4.3-inch colour display
- Control unit: remote control head
- Protection: IPX7 front panel / control head according to supplier
- Approvals: GMDSS, SOLAS, MED “Wheel Mark”
- Interface according to supplier: IEC 61162-1 for GNSS, printer connector depending on installation
- Compatible tuner: commonly used with Icom AT-141 automatic antenna tuner
- Application: SOLAS vessels, merchant ships, offshore, commercial marine operations
- Not included: antenna, antenna tuner, power supply, installation cables or programming unless supplied as a kit
- Check advice: installation and programming should be carried out according to GMDSS/SOLAS requirements
