Raymarine Ray63 Dual Station VHF Radio with GPS - E70516

The Raymarine Ray63 Dual Station VHF Radio with GPS (E70516) is a full‑featured fixed‑mount marine VHF radio designed for reliable voice communications, safety, and seamless onboard integration. It combines Class D Digital Selective Calling (DSC) with a built‑in GPS/GNSS receiver to provide accurate position data for DSC distress calls and improved situational awareness. The Ray63 supports dual station operation with optional RayMic wired or wireless handsets — allowing control from multiple helm positions. Built‑in NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 connectivity makes it easy to share data with chartplotters and other onboard electronics, while its robust marine‑grade construction and waterproof rating ensure dependable performance in harsh marine environments. 

🔧 Technical Specifications

📡 Radio & DSC

• VHF Type: Dual‑station fixed mount marine VHF radio with Class D DSC

• Transmitter Power: 1 W (low) / 25 W (high) 

• Frequency Range: 156.000 – 157.425 MHz (marine) and 155.500 – 161.425 MHz (private channels) 

• Channels: All US, Canadian, and International marine VHF bands 

📶 GPS / GNSS

• Built‑In GPS/GNSS: Yes — internal receiver provides position data for DSC and network sharing

• External Antenna Port: Connection for optional external GPS/GNSS antenna to improve reception

• GNSS Update Rate: Typically 10 Hz, 72 channels for fast positioning (varies by source) 

🔌 Connectivity

• Network Interfaces: NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 for integration with chartplotters and onboard systems 

• Remotes: Supports 1 wired or 2 wireless RayMic stations for multi‑station operation and intercom capability

• Audio: RCA audio output for optional remote speaker

🔋 Power & Environmental

• Supply Voltage: 12 V DC (9–16 V operating range)

• Current Consumption: < 6 A at high power; ~600 mA standby; ~2 A receive 

• Waterproof Rating: IPx6 & IPx7 marine‑grade protection 

• Operating Temp: –20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F) 

🧰 Connections / Mounting

• Front Fistmic Port: For handheld mic control 

• Rear Second Station Port: For dual‑station wired mic 

• GPS Antenna Port: TNC for external GPS antenna

• Mount Kits Included: Surface and trunnion mounting hardware included 

⭐ Key Features

• Full‑sized marine VHF radio with Class D DSC for safety calling 

• Built‑in GPS/GNSS receiver shares position for DSC and network systems 

• Dual station support with optional RayMic handsets for multiple helm positions 

• NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 networking for seamless integration with chartplotters and systems 

• Waterproof IPx6/IPx7 construction built for marine environments

• Includes surface and trunnion mount kits for flexible installation