Review on Standard Horizon HX890 Black Handheld VHF: Advanced Floating 6W Class H DSC Two Way Radio - Top-rated Marine Communication Device by Eric Jefferson

I've been using an older Standard Horizon laptop for a number of years and have no complaints. I decided to upgrade to the DSC feature and it turned out to be the best value with the features I wanted. DSC call, waterproof, buoyant and internal GPS navigation. I saw a review that said this unit doesn't actually float, so that was the first thing we checked after assembling it right out of the box. Not only does it float, but the water-activated strobe function activates without turning the device on. Great feature and nice surprise. If you've ever used marine radios, you know that most of them have far more features than most people will ever use, plus pages and pages of instructions most people will never remember. This is no exception. Just take the time to explore the features and settings that interest you one by one. Obtain an MMSI number through Boat US for use of DSC in US waters. Ready in about 15 minutes, it couldn't be easier. I see there are other boat sites that offer this service.