Happy New Gear

Radical technology, sophisticated function and an expanded range of choices headline the new electronics lineup for 2009.

December 29, 2008
By Glenn Law (More articles by this author)

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ICOM's M36 floating handheld VHF ($180) incorporates an innovative new feature, "Clear Voice Boost," an automatic ambient sound sensor and volume compensator which adjusts the radio's volume — whether you are talking or listening — to accommodate surrounding noise levels, particularly useful on a windy bridge or when engine noise challenges traditional handheld operating levels. When it really gets noisy, there's a manual override that kicks this rugged little radio into full-volume mode. Powered by a lightweight Li-Ion battery and transmitting at 6 watts, typical service between charges is eight hours at 5 percent transmit, 5 percent receive and 90 percent standby. To further conserve juice, the power can be reduced to a 1-watt operating level until more power is needed. icomamerica.com

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