IC-M88IS Intrinsically Safe (IS) VHF Marine Transceiver
 

The IC-M88 IS is built tough to withstand hazardous and inhospitable environments at sea and on land. Even if the IC-M88 IS is dropped into water, complete waterproofing* will protect it from harm. The compact and durable body meets military specifications (MIL-STD).
* Equivalent to JIS waterproof grade 7. (1m depth for 30 minutes)

Waterproof speaker-mic, HM-138 IS

An optional waterproof speaker-microphone, the HM-138 IS, provides reliable operation, even with the IC-M88 IS securely on your belt.

22 programmable channels for land use

The IC-M88 IS has 22 programmable channels reserved for Land use (146–174MHz). Wide/narrow channel spacing is programmable for each channel, and CTCSS and DTCS signaling is built-in.
*Appropriate license will be required.

Li-Ion battery for extra long battery life

With the FM approved, 1700mAh Li-Ion battery pack, get up to 20 hours of talk time* without "memory effect".
A 6 unit rapid charger is optional.
*Typical operation; Tx:Rx:Stand-by duty ratio = 5:5:90

Simple operation

6 clearly labeled buttons on the front panel and the volume/power knob maximize simplicity of operation. Even when wearing gloves, the large buttons are easy to operate. A large, clear LCD with backlighting and backlit buttons make night time operation simple.

Intrinsically safe version approved
by Factory Mutual Research Corporation

This IS version of the M88 conforms to intrinsically safe rating of the FMRC (Factory Mutual Research Corporation). It can be used in many hazardous marine environments such as petroleum tankers and bulk cargo carrier. Ask your dealer for details.

Intrinsically safe Class Ι, ΙΙ and ΙΙΙ, Division 1, Groups C, D, E, F, and G; Nonincendive Class Ι, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D hazardous locations when used with Icom BP-227FM battery pack. “Max. Temp. T3C at 40°C”

Additional features

  • Auto WX scan and WX Alert function (U.S.A. version only)
  • Simple Up/Down switches for operating channel selection
  • Instant access to Ch. 16 and Ch. 9 (or call channel)
  • Simple add/delete TAG scanning operation
  • Powerful 5W output
  • 2 Step power saver
  • 4 Level battery indicator
  • The self check function checks internal temperature, connected battery voltage (over voltage detection), and water intrusion
Product Features
General
Frequency Range
  Marine Tx
  Marine Rx
  LMR Tx/Rx
 
156.025–157.425MHz
156.050–163.275MHz
146.000–174.000MHz
Usable channels* All U.S.A., International and Canadian channels;
22 LMR channels plus 10 weather channels
(*Varies according to version)
Channel spacing
  Marine
  LMR
 
25kHz
25/12kHz
PLL channel step (LMR) 5/6.25/7.5kHz
Current drain (at 7.2V DC)
  Tx (at 5W output)
  Rx (at AF max.)
 
1.6A
200mA
Operating temperature range
  Marine
  LMR
 
-20°C to +60°C; -4°F to +140°F
-30°C to +60°C; -22°F to +140°F
Antenna Impedance 50Ω (SMA)
Dimensions (W×H×D)
(Projections not included)
62 × 97 × 39 mm;
27/16 × 313/16 (H) × 117/32 in
Weight (approx.; with BP-227) 280g; 9.9oz
Transmitter
Output power (Hi/Mid/Low) 5/3/1W
Max. frequency deviation
  Marine
  LMR (wide/narrow)
 
± 5.0kHz
± 5.0/2.5kHz
Audio harmonic distortion Less than 10% (at 60% mod.)
Spurious emissions -70dBc typical
Adjacent channel power
  Marine
  LMR (wide/narrow)
 
70dB
70/60dB
Hum and noise ratio
  Marine
  LMR (wide/narrow)
 
40dB
40/34dB
Receiver
Sensitivity (at 12dB SINAD) 0.25µV typical
Squelch sensitivity
0.35µV typ. (at threshold)
Adjacent Channel Selectivity
  Marine
  LMR
 
70dB typical
70/60dB typical
Spurious response 70dB typical
Intermodulation Rejection 70dB typical
Hum and noise ratio
  Marine
  LMR
 
40dB typical
40/34dB typical
Audio output power 0.35W typical (at 10% distortion with an 8Ω load)
Product Accessories
  • LC-M88 LEATHER CASE
    lcm88 leather case
  • BP-227FM BATTERY PACK
    7.2V/1700mAh Li-Ion battery pack. Provides 15 hours operating time* (approx. at 5 Watts). Same as supplied.
    Operating temp. range: -20°C to +60°C; -4°F to +140°F

    * Tx (Hi): Rx: standby=5:5:90
    bp227 battery pack
  • BC-152 DESKTOP CHARGER
    + BC-147A/E AC ADAPTER
    Regularly charges the BP-227FM in 9-10 hours. Same as supplied.
    bc147a ac adapter
  • BC-119N DESKTOP CHARGER + AD-100 CHARGER ADAPTER
    + BC-145A/E/V CHARGER ADAPTER
    For rapid charging of battery pack. An AC adapter is supplied depending on version. Charging time: 2.5–3 hours.
    bc119n desktop charger
  • BC-121N MULTI-CHARGER + AD-100 CHARGER ADAPTER
    + BC-157 AC ADAPTER
    For rapid charging of up to 6 battery packs (Six AD-100s required). Charging time: 2.5–3 hrs.
    bc121 multi chargerbc157 ac adapter
  • CP-17L CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE WITH NOISE FILTER
    For use with the battery charger, BC-152 or BC-119N, instead of the AC adapter. (12–16 V DC required)
    cp17l cigarette lighter cable
  • OPC-515L DC POWER CABLE
    For use with the battery charger, BC-152 or BC-119N, instead of the AC adapter. (12–16 V DC required)
    opc515l  dc power cable
  • OPC-656 DC POWER CABLE
    For use the BC-121N with a DC power supply. (12–16V DC required)
    opc656 dc power cable
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