LINK-9 Marine VHF Radio with ASN and AIS-RX
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Technical specifications
Technical specifications
| Max power consumption | 81.6 W |
| Typical power consumption | 11.15 W |
| Operating voltage | 13.6 V |
| Operating temperature | -20 °C to +55 °C |
| Recommended fuse rating | 8 A |
| Wired network | NMEA 0183, NMEA 2000 |
| Wireless connectivity | No |
| Audio output power | 2 W (internal) / 4 W (external) |
| Product height | 107.2 mm |
| Product width | 208.3 mm |
| Product depth | 163.4 mm |
| Removable handset | Yes |
| IP rating | IPX7 |
| Bus compatibility | NMEA 0183, NMEA 2000 |
| Compass safe distance | 50 cm |
| Mounting type | On bracket, Flush-mounted |
| Certifications | CE, UKCA, FCC, CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) |
| AIS class | AIS receiver |
| AIS RX | Yes, dual channel |
| AIS TX | No |
| ATIS | Yes (EU models, for inland waterways) |
| Antenna connector | SO-239 (50 Ohms) |
| DSC | Yes, Class D |
| GPS | Yes, integrated |
| Intercom function | Yes (via hailing port function) |
| VHF frequency range | Transmit: 156.025 - 157.425 MHz, Receive: 156.050 - 163.275 MHz |
| VHF transmit power | 25 W / 1 W (selectable) |
| Max wired handsets | 0.0 |
| Max AIS targets | 150 |
| Display resolution | 256 x 160 pixels |
| Display type | LCD FSTN monochrome |
| Audio rewind feature | No |
| GPS antenna connector | SMA (female) |
| Removable fist mic | Yes |
| Package contents | Radio unit, handset microphone, mounting bracket, power cable, flush-mount kit |
| Available alarms | Weather alert, low battery alert, DSC distress alert, AIS collision alert, Man Overboard (MOB). |
| Ais Rx Self Test Status At Power On | OK |
| Impédance de l'antenne | 50 |
| Backlight color | White |
| Niveaux de rétroéclairage | 10 |
| Backlight Synchronization Nmea2000 | Yes |
| Channel Spacing Khz | 25 |
| Current Drain Receive Standby | 820 |
| Current Drain Transmit High Power | 6 |
| Current Drain Transmit Low Power | 1.5 |
| Display Contrast Control | Yes |
| Display Mode Day Night | Yes |
| Dsc Dual Receiver | Yes |
| Dsc Self Test Status At Power On | OK |
| Equipment category | B (Protected) |
| External GNSS antenna support | Yes |
| External Speaker Impedance | 4 |
| External Speaker Power Output | 4 |
| Kit d'encastrement inclus | Yes |
| Frequency Control Type | PLL |
| Frequency stability | ±5 |
| Fuse Dimensions Metric | 32 |
| Fuse type | Type 3 AG glass |
| Hailer Speaker Impedance | 4 |
| Loudhailer Power 4 Ohms | 30 |
| Low Battery Alert Voltage | 10.5 |
| Nmea0183 Input Sentences | RMC, GGA, GLL, GNS |
| Trames de sortie NMEA 0183 | DSC, DSE, MOB |
| Nominal Operating Voltage | 13.6 |
| Over Voltage Protection Threshold | 15.8 |
| Poids emballé | 2.4 |
| Position Polling Interval Options | 5, 15, 30, 60 |
| Poids du produit | 1.46 |
| Receiver sensitivity | -12 dBµV (VHF, 12 dB SINAD) |
| Software Version | v3.47 |
| Time to first fix (cold) | 90 s |
| Transmit power | 25 W / 1 W |
| Usable Channels Modes | International, USA, Canada, Weather |
| Vhf Modulation Type | 16K0G3E (FM) / 16K0G2B (DSC) |
| Wired input | RS-422 |
| Wired output | RS-422 |
Detailed description
Detailed description
Designed for safety and communication at sea, the Lowrance Link-9 marine VHF radio with ASN and AIS-RX is a fixed solution integrating essential functions. It represents an evolution of the Link-8 model, offering advanced communication and monitoring capabilities for recreational boaters and light commercial vessels. This Class D fixed VHF transceiver features selectable transmit power of 25 W or 1 W, allowing adaptation to short- or long-range communication needs.
Integrated AIS Security and Monitoring
The Link-9 integrates a dual-channel AIS receiver capable of monitoring up to 150 AIS targets simultaneously. This feature enables the display of information from nearby AIS-equipped vessels, such as status, destination, ETA, ship name, type, call sign, MMSI number, and position, contributing to collision avoidance. This data can be shown on the device’s 256x160-pixel monochrome FSTN LCD screen or overlaid on a compatible multifunction display via NMEA 2000 or NMEA 0183 networks.
GPS Location and Network Connectivity
With its integrated GPS receiver, the Lowrance Link-9 ensures accurate and reliable positioning. It offers four methods to obtain a GPS fix: an integrated antenna, an SMA connector for an optional external GPS antenna (GPS-500), an NMEA 0183 input from a chartplotter, and an NMEA 2000 connection for a network antenna. This versatility ensures position data availability for ASN distress calls. The radio integrates easily with Lowrance navigation systems via its NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 ports, supporting specific PGNs for smooth data communication. It is compatible with 12 V DC power, with overvoltage protection above 15.8 V and a low-battery alert at 10.5 V DC.
Advanced Features and Flexible Installation
The Link-9 is equipped with a removable 6-button microphone with an integrated speaker, which can be connected to the front or rear of the radio, with an optional extension cable for remote installation. Its mechanical design allows simplified front mounting with easily removable top and bottom frames, blending seamlessly with the aesthetics of Lowrance multifunction displays. Additional functions include a dedicated MOB button to instantly mark a man-overboard position and provide return instructions, as well as the Track Your Buddy™ feature to track up to five contacts via DSC position requests. The radio also features a navigation mode displaying speed and heading, a public address/horn output with listen-in function, and supports Dual Watch, Tri Watch, and All Scan scanning modes. The unit is IPx7 certified for water resistance and operates within a temperature range of -20 °C to +55 °C.
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