The Standard HX500S is a handheld transceiver. The frequency range for both transmit and receive is 156.025 - 163.275 MHz. The RF output power is selectable at 1, 2.5 or 5 watts. Audio output is 700 mW. It has 1 memory bank with 40 channels. The HX500S operates on 12 V DC and uses a 1400 mAh Lithium-Ion battery. Features include submersibility to IPX7 (3 ft for 30 min), a distress signalling strobe light, backlit keypad, extra large display, and NOAA Weather Alert.
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