Uniden Launches MHS335BT VHF Marine Radio with Maritime Industry-First Private Text Messaging
April 16 2018 - 10:10AM
Business Wire
The debut of the Uniden MHS335BT VHF marine radio is creating a
new wave in safety communication options at sea with the
availability of private text messaging capability, a first for the
maritime industry. The 6 watt, Class D, floating, handheld VHF with
Bluetooth® marine radio is the latest in the Uniden Marine
Division’s lineup of radios with the most advanced features and
solid performance for enhanced peace of mind on the water.
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The Uniden Marine Division debuts the
MHS335BT VHF marine radio with private text messaging capability,
representing a maritime industry first. The 6 watt, Class D,
floating, handheld VHF with Bluetooth® marine radio complements
Uniden’s lineup of radios with the most advanced features and solid
performance for enhanced peace of mind on the water. (Photo:
Business Wire)
Captaining Innovation
Operators of the new MHS335BT marine radio will be able to use a
smartphone (AndroidTM and iOS®) to text message other VHF radios
and to update radio firmware. Leveraging the VHF band, the private
text messaging capability of the MHS335BT functions even when no
cellular coverage is available.
“With more than five decades dedicated to the pursuit of
innovation across multiple product categories, Uniden is pleased to
once again demonstrate our essential role in leading the market to
enrich the way people live on land or sea in an ever-changing
world,” said Mark Pagnotta, president of Uniden.
A sampling of features of the advanced Uniden MHS335BT model
includes:
- Full Class D DSC – meets ITU-R
M.493-13, 14, IEC 62238
- Largest screen in class (as researched
by Uniden)
- Text directly from your phone to other
VHF radios, a maritime industry first
- FREE Uniden Marine smartphone
application
- Bluetooth® wireless links your phone
and radio for messaging
- Integrated GPS receiver – WASS, SBAS,
QZSS for accuracy
- IPX8 submersible, floating radio
- Auto plot to distress call – built-in
compass screen
- Click here for complete tech specs
The MHS335BT model retails for $299.99 and is available for
purchase at www.uniden.com/marine.
About Uniden America Corporation
Uniden America Corporation, the North American subsidiary of
Japan-based Uniden Corporation, manufactures and markets wireless
consumer electronic products including home security and video
security systems, Bearcat® scanners, FRS/GMRS radios, marine
radios, radar detectors, dash cams, and other wireless personal
communications products. Based in Irving, Texas, Uniden sells its
products through retailers and distributors throughout North,
Central and South America. To learn more about Uniden’s products,
please visit www.uniden.com.
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Uniden America CorporationKent Newman,
817-858-3207knewman@uniden.comorWillow St. Agency for Uniden
America CorporationSheri D. Smith,
214-454-3969ssmith@willowstagency.com