VHF Marine Transceivers
The ICOM IC-M330 is an ultra-compact fixed-mount marine VHF radio designed for reliable voice communication at sea. It features Class D DSC capability, a clear full-dot matrix display, and a rugged waterproof body. With intuitive controls and strong receiver performance, the IC-M330 is suitable for recreational and commercial vessels requiring dependable VHF maritime communication. The variant IC-M330G includes a built-in GPS receiver for position reporting and enhanced DSC functions.
Product Details
FEATURES
VHF Marine Transceivers
Compact Design
- Ultra-compact body enables installation in limited space.
- Lightweight and space-efficient for bridge consoles.
Audio & Reception
- New speaker design delivers dynamic, clear audio across bass and treble.
- Excellent receiver performance in crowded RF environments with high selectivity and intermodulation rejection.
Class D DSC
- Monitors Channel 70 continuously, even when receiving another channel.
- DSC features include distress, individual, group, all ships, urgency, safety, position request/report, polling request, and DSC test calls.
User Interface
- Icom marine-oriented interface with directional keypad and soft keys for easy operation.
- Display and keypad backlighting for night and low-light conditions.
Enhanced Functions
- AquaQuake™ draining function to clear water from the speaker.
- Common NMEA interface for external GPS or navigation equipment.
- Dual/tri watch, tag scan, favourite channel, and priority scan functions.
- Weather channel reception with weather alert.
- 3-digit or 4-digit channel display selectable.
- External speaker connection option.
GPS Variant (IC-M330G)
- Built-in GPS receiver (GPS/GLONASS/SBAS) provides position, bearing, and speed data.
Supplied GPS antenna enables DSC position calls using acquired location data.
SPECIFICATION
General
- Frequency Range: TX 156.025–161.600 MHz / RX 156.050–163.275 MHz / CH70 156.525 MHz
- Usable Channels: USA, CAN, International, Weather
- Type of Emission: FM (Marine), DSC
- Power Supply: 13.8 V DC nominal (operates from 11.7–15.9 V DC)
- Operating Temperature: –20°C to +60°C
- Antenna Impedance: 50 Ω (SO-239)
- Waterproof Rating: IPX7 (1 m depth for 30 minutes)
Dimensions & Weight
- Dimensions (W × H × D): Approx. 156.5 × 66.5 × 88.2 mm (compact footprint)
- Weight: Approx. 730 g (1.6 lb)
Transmitter
- Output Power: 25 W / 1 W
- Frequency Stability: ±5 ppm
- Emission Type: 16K0G3E (FM), 16K0G2B (DSC)
Receiver
- Sensitivity: Main –13 dBμ typical (12 dB SINAD) / DSC –5 dBμ (1% BER)
- Selectivity: More than 70 dB
- Intermodulation Rejection: More than 70 dB
- Audio Output Power: Approx. 4.5 W typical (into 4 Ω load)
Data Interfaces
- NMEA Formats:
- Input: RMC, GGA, GNS, GLL, VTG
- Output: DSC, DSE, RMC, GSA, GSV
Supplied Accessories
- Hand microphone (HM-235B/W)
- DC power cable
- Mounting bracket kit
- GPS antenna (only supplied with IC-M330G)
