iCOM IC-M59

Quick Specs:
VHF mounted marine transceiver
RX/TX: all USA, Canadian and international marine channels
RX only: 10 weather channels
Output power: 25 W
Modes: FM
Receiver sensitivity: 0.22 µV (FM, 12 dB SINAD)
DSC capable (optional)

Features

• Tag scanning replaces memory channels...and programming books!
• "Smart" mic allows for control of channel selection and power levels right on the mic
• Large LCD with 4 levels of LCD backlighting
• One piece, die-cast aluminum construction for durability, heat dispersion, and signal clarity
• Exceptional receiver and audio quality
• All channels
• One-touch channel 16 selection
• Backlit keypad
• Dual/tri watch
• Normal and priority scan
• Available in black or white
• Flush mounting kit (option MB-28)
• Voice scrambler (option UT-79)
• DSC capable (optional UX-120, meets U.S. Coast Guard's SC-101 proposal or the GMDSS Class F requirements)
• 3 year waterproof warranty

Detailed Specifications

GENERAL

• Frequency Coverage: Transmit: 156.025 -157.425 MHz; Receive: 156.025 - 163.275 MHz
• Usable channels: All U.S.A., International and Canadian channels; plus 10 weather channels
• Mode: FM (16K0G3E); DSC (16K0G2B; with optional UX-120)
• Power Supply Requirement: 13.8 V DC +/-15% (negative ground)
• Current Drain (at 13.8 V DC):
  • Transmit: 6.0 (high); 1.5 A (low)
  • Receive: 1.2 A (max. audio); 350 mA (standby)
• Usable Temperature Range: -20°C~ to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F)
• Antenna connector: 50 ohms (SO-239)
• Dimensions: 166(W) x 70(H) x 175(D) mm; 6.52(W) x 2.75(H) x 6.84(D) in (projections not included)
• Weight: 1.0 kg; 2.2 lb

TRANSMITTER

• Output Power (at 13.8 V): 25 W (high); 1 W (low)
• Modulation System: Variable reactance phase modulation
• Spurious Emissions: Less than -70 dB
• Noise and hum: 40 dB
• Microphone Impedance: 600 ohms

RECEIVER

• Receiver System: Double-conversion superheterodyne
• Intermediate Frequencies: 1st: 21.8 MHz; 2nd: 455 kHz
• Sensitivity: 0.22µV for 12 dB SINAD (typical)
• Squelch sensitivity (at threshold): 0.18 µV
• Adjacent channel selectivity: 70 dB
• Spurious Response Rejection Ratio: 70 dB
• Intermodulation rejection ratio: 70 dB
• Audio Output Power: More than 3.5 W with a 4 ohms load
• Audio Output Impedance: 4 ohms

IC-M59 Options

Some versions cannot use all the options listed here since type approval for the IC-M59 varies between countries. Ask your dealer which options are available.

• SP-5 EXTERNAL SPEAKER: A large, external speaker for superior audio output.
• SP-10 EXTERNAL SPEAKER: A compact, external speaker. Features easy installation.
• MB-28 FLUSH MOUNT: For mounting the IC-M59 to a panel. Available in white or black.
• PS-66 DC-DC CONVERTER: Enables use of a 24 V boat battery. Input voltage: 19 to 32 V DC; Output voltage: 13.6 V DC
• UT-79 VOICE SCRAMBLER UNIT: Provides 128 analog voice scramble codes for private communications.
• UX-120 DSC UNIT: Provides the IC-M59 with DSC capabilities which comply with U.S. Coast Guard proposal SC-101 for marine digital communications.
• OPC-457 NMEA CABLE: For connecting a GPS receiver to send positioning data with DSC calls via the UX-120.