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System Overview | RS90 Installation Manual
System Overview
Introduction
The Simrad RS90 VHF radio is a comprehensive solution for marine
VHF radio applications.
The radio comprises:
• RS90 VHF transceiver
• One wired handset as standard, and optionally up to 3 more
wired handsets. (Maximum of 4 wired handsets in total)
• One external speaker, and optionally up to 3 more external
speakers
• Up to 2 optional wireless handsets
In addition to routine ship-to-ship or ship-to-shore VHF
communications, the RS90 has many advanced features, including
NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 network connectivity, which allows the
radio to share information with other onboard devices, such as a
GPS antenna, a chart plotter or a multi-function display.
For detailed features and specifications, see the Appendices in
Simrad RS90 Marine VHF radio Operating Manual.
System diagram legend
1 RS90 VHF radio transceiver
2 12 VDC power supply
3 HS90 wireless handset
4 HS90 wired handset
5 External loudspeaker
6 NMEA 0183 GPS and horn button
7 AIS Data Output
8 Loud hailer speaker
9 VHF antenna with PL259 connector
10 NMEA 2000 network connection
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