Daicon Srl – Icom GMDSS: GM600, GM800, IC-GM1600E
Icom Marine — GMDSS

Icom GMDSS Systems
VHF, MF/HF and Survival Handhelds

The Icom GMDSS range covers SOLAS requirements from the bridge to the survival craft: the GM600 VHF with Class A DSC, the long-range GM800 MF/HF and the MED-certified IC-GM1600E handheld for lifeboats. Daicon is an authorised Icom partner for Milan and Genoa.

SOLASCompliance
DSC-AClass A
IPX7Waterproof
150WMF/HF PEP
MEDWheel Mark
Icom GM600 – VHF GMDSS transceiver with Class A DSC Icom GM600

GM600

The GM600 is the VHF GMDSS transceiver with Class A DSC for fixed installation on board. MED certified (Wheel Mark) for SOLAS compliance, with a 4.3” wide-angle TFT display, DSC Task mode and 10 W audio on an external speaker. It integrates with the GM800 MF/HF for a complete GMDSS station.

Cl. ADSC
IPX7Front panel
4,3”TFT LCD
10WExt. audio
MEDSOLAS
Class A DSC ITU-R M.493-13 IPX7 4,3” TFT 10W Audio SOLAS MED Wheel Mark DSC Task Mode PS-310

Class A DSC — ITU-R M.493-13

A dedicated DSC watch receiver continuously monitors CH70. It stores 100 MMSI numbers with 10-character names. DSC Task mode handles up to 7 simultaneous DSC procedures.

4.3” wide-angle TFT display

Colour LCD with a viewing angle of almost 180° and high-resolution characters. Night mode ensures excellent readability in the dark; it also works when installed in an instrument panel.

IPX7 — Waterproof panel

Front panel with IPX7 protection (1 m/30 min). The rear panel has an anti-corrosion coating to withstand the most aggressive marine environments.

10W Audio — External speaker

Internal speaker with a waterproof paper cone for superior audio quality across a wide frequency range. Connected to an external speaker, it delivers 10 W of audio power for noisy environments.

DSC Task Mode

When a DSC call is received a pop-up appears; pressing [Accept] sends the acknowledgement. After sending or receiving, the radio enters Task Mode: up to 7 stored procedures, navigable with [Next Task].

PS-310 converter

The optional PS-310 DC-DC converter supplies a stable 12.6 V to the GM600 from 12 V or 24 V sources with a floating ground connection. It protects against momentary interruptions and is required for MED compliance.

Icom GM800 – MF/HF GMDSS SOLAS transceiver Icom GM800

GM800

The GM800 is the MF/HF transceiver for long-range communications. It meets SOLAS requirements for commercial vessels on international voyages, with an IEC 62923-compliant Bridge Alert Management (BAM) function, a built-in 24 V DC-DC converter and 150 W PEP output power.

150WPEP TX
Cl. ADSC
IPX7Controller
BAMIEC 62923
MEDSOLAS
150W PEP Class A DSC ITU-R M.493-15 IPX7 BAM SOLAS MED Wheel Mark 24V DC-DC IEC 62923

150W PEP — TX power

Output power of 150 W PEP into 50 Ω at the radio terminal. 125 W (4.0–27.5 MHz) and 85 W (1.6–3.999 MHz) at the tuner. Built-in 24 V DC-DC converter for simplified installation.

Class A DSC — ITU-R M.493-15

A dedicated DSC receiver cyclically scans the six distress channels. It stores 100 MMSIs with names. The DSC Multitask function shows up to seven DSC procedures and supports distress relay calls.

Bridge Alert Management (BAM)

Compliant with IEC 62923-1 and IEC 62923-2. It connects to the central CAM system and transmits BAM sentences via the IEC 61162-1 interface, allowing the bridge team to identify every alert situation immediately.

4.3” wide-angle TFT display

Colour LCD with a viewing angle of almost 180°, high-resolution characters and night mode for low-light environments. Clearly readable even when installed in the bridge panel.

Design unified with the GM600

The GM800 (MF/HF) and GM600 (VHF) share the same operating philosophy. Directional keypad, softkeys and numeric keypad ensure consistent operation of the two units for a complete GMDSS station.

Built-in 24V DC-DC converter

A 24 V DC-DC converter built into the transceiver for a compact, reliable installation. IEC 61162-1 interface for a GNSS receiver. Centronics IEEE1284 printer connector and remote distress alarm.

Icom IC-GM1600E – VHF GMDSS survival handheld Icom IC-GM1600E

IC-GM1600E

The IC-GM1600E is the handheld VHF transceiver for survival craft. It meets IMO MSC.149(77) and MED 2014/90/EU (Wheel Mark) standards for use on board lifeboats and life rafts. The BP-234 lithium battery guarantees over 8 hours of operation even at −20°C.

IPX71m/30min
−20°CLi battery
8h+Battery life
MEDWheel Mark
CH16One-touch
IPX7 −20°C 8h+ battery life MED Wheel Mark IMO MSC.149(77) CH16 One-touch BP-234 Li battery GMDSS

MED 2014/90/EU “Wheel Mark”

MED (Marine Equipment Directive) certified for mandatory use on board merchant vessels subject to SOLAS. It passes temperature, thermal shock, vibration and 1 m drop tests.

Li battery at −20°C (8h+)

The BP-234 lithium battery (non-rechargeable, 3300 mAh) guarantees over 8 hours of operation (Tx:Rx:standby = 6:6:48) even at −20°C, essential for use on survival craft.

IPX7 — Water resistance

Withstands immersion at a depth of 1 m for 30 minutes as specified by IMO resolution MSC.149(77). A rugged structure designed to withstand the harshest conditions at sea.

Large keypad with tactile feedback

Large keys and knobs with positive tactile feedback for confident operation even with gloves or under stress. Operating instructions are printed on the rear panel.

CH16 One-touch

Direct one-key access to channel 16 (distress) and the call channel. All operations can be performed with one hand, so the unit can be used even by non-expert operators in an emergency.

High-visibility yellow body

The high-visibility yellow body makes it easy to find in the water or in low light. VOX headset option for hands-free use on board.

The complete Icom Marine GMDSS range

In addition to GMDSS equipment, Daicon distributes the entire Icom Marine range: from fixed and blackbox VHF radios to marine radars and AIS transponders for complete on-board installations.

Icom GM600

GM600

Fixed VHF GMDSS with Class A DSC, 4.3” TFT display, 10 W audio and MED SOLAS certification. Ideal for the bridge of commercial vessels and pleasure craft.

Fixed • Class A DSC
Icom GM800

GM800

MF/HF GMDSS with 150 W PEP, Class A DSC, Bridge Alert Management and built-in 24 V DC-DC converter. For offshore navigation and SOLAS vessels.

MF/HF • 150W PEP
Icom IC-GM1600E

IC-GM1600E

Handheld VHF GMDSS for lifeboats. MED Wheel Mark certified, IPX7, Li battery working at −20°C with 8h+ battery life and a high-visibility yellow body.

Handheld • MED
Icom AIS MA-510TR

MA-510TR

Class B AIS transponder with built-in GNSS receiver. Ideal as a complement to the GMDSS station for navigational safety and maritime traffic monitoring.

AIS • Class B

Brochures, Manuals and Certifications

All the technical documentation for the Icom Marine and GMDSS range: sales brochures by model, user manuals, CE declarations and MED certificates available for download.

Sales brochures
CE Declaration of Conformity
User manuals
MED certificates (Marine Equipment Directive)

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Our technicians are available to recommend the Icom GMDSS solution best suited to your vessel and to provide installation, configuration and maintenance across the entire marine range.