B&G V100 VHF System Product Description
B&G V100 VHF System - Professional Marine Communication Solution
Ultimate Multi-Station VHF Communication for Professional Mariners
The B&G V100 VHF System delivers unmatched flexibility and reliability for serious boaters who demand professional-grade communication capabilities. This Class D DSC approved system transforms your vessel into a fully integrated communication hub with support for up to 8 handsets and comprehensive NMEA connectivity.
Key Features & Benefits
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Multi-Station Capability: Connect up to 4 wireless H60 and 4 wired H100 handsets throughout your vessel
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Integrated GPS Receiver: Built-in positioning for accurate DSC distress calls and position reporting
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Class D DSC Compliance: Full digital selective calling capabilities with dual receiver on CH70
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Track Buddy System: Monitor up to 5 buddy vessels using their VHF MMSI for enhanced safety
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60-Second Audio Rewind: Never miss critical communications with automatic message recording
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NMEA 0183® & 2000® Connectivity: Seamless integration with chartplotters and navigation systems
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External Speaker Support: Add up to 4 speakers with individual volume control throughout your boat
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Optional Loudhailer: 25W hailer capability for deck communications and emergency announcements
Professional System Components
NRS-1 Blackbox Module Specifications
| Power Requirements: |
12V DC, 13.6V nominal operating voltage |
| Current Draw: |
≤6A @ 25W transmit / 1.5A @ 1W / <400mA standby |
| Operating Temperature: |
-20°C to +55°C (-4°F to 131°F) |
| Waterproof Rating: |
IPx5 protection against water ingress |
| RF Output Power: |
25W high / 1W low power settings |
| Antenna Connections: |
SO-239 VHF / SMA GPS / RP-SMA wireless |
Advanced Communication Features
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Channel Management: Full international, USA, Canada channel sets plus weather channels
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Contact Directory: Store 50 vessel contacts and 20 group contacts with MMSI integration
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Call Logging: Comprehensive logging with 20 individual and 10 distress call records
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Scanning Capabilities: Dual/tri-watch, favorite channel scan, and all-channel scan
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Software Updates: Field-upgradeable via NMEA 2000 network
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Backlight Integration: Synchronized with NMEA 2000 lighting groups
Complete System Package
The V100 system includes everything needed to get started:
- NRS-1 Marine VHF System Blackbox (main control unit)
- H100 Wired Handset with large, sunlight-readable display
- SP100 External Speaker for clear audio reproduction
- All necessary mounting hardware and cables
Expandable Communication Network
Build your ideal communication setup by adding optional components:
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H60 Wireless Handsets: Add up to 4 wireless units with inductive charging
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Additional H100 Wired Handsets: Expand to 4 total wired stations
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SP100 External Speakers: Install up to 4 speakers with individual volume control
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Loudhailer System: 25W hailer capability for deck operations
Installation & Compatibility
Professional installation recommended. The compact NRS-1 blackbox (1.46kg/3.2lbs) mounts easily below deck with 0.5m compass safe distance. System integrates seamlessly with existing NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 networks, supporting standard position sentences (RMC, GGA, GLL, GNS) and outputting DSC, DSE, MOB, and VDM data.
Why Choose the B&G V100 VHF System?
- Class D DSC compliance ensures regulatory compliance worldwide
- Multi-station design perfect for larger vessels and professional operations
- Integrated GPS eliminates need for separate position source
- NMEA 2000 integration provides seamless network connectivity
- Track Buddy feature enhances fleet and buddy boat safety
- 60-second rewind prevents missed critical communications
- Expandable design grows with your communication needs
Frequently Asked Questions
How many handsets can the V100 system support?
The V100 can support up to 8 total handsets - 4 wired H100 handsets and 4 wireless H60 handsets, providing comprehensive communication coverage throughout your vessel.
Is the V100 DSC compliant for emergency communications?
Yes, the V100 features Class D DSC approval with dual receiver capability on CH70, ensuring full compliance for digital selective calling and emergency communications worldwide.
What NMEA connectivity does the V100 provide?
The V100 supports both NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 networks, accepting position data (RMC, GGA, GLL, GNS) and outputting DSC, DSE, MOB, and VDM sentences for full integration with navigation systems.
How does the Track Buddy feature work?
Track Buddy allows you to monitor the positions of up to 5 other vessels using their MMSI numbers, providing enhanced situational awareness and safety for fleet or buddy boat operations.
What is the 60-second audio rewind feature?
The audio rewind feature automatically records the last 60 seconds of received communications, allowing you to replay missed or unclear messages at any time.
Technical Specifications
Power & Electrical
- Operating Voltage: 12V DC (13.6V nominal)
- Current Draw: ≤6A transmit (25W) / 1.5A (1W) / <400mA standby
- Fuse Protection: 10A mini-blade type
- Low Battery Alert: 10.5V DC ±0.5V
- Over Voltage Protection: >15.8V ±0.5V
RF Performance
- Frequency Range: 156.025 - 157.425 MHz
- Output Power: 25W (23±2) / 1W (0.8±0.2)
- Channel Spacing: 25 kHz
- Frequency Stability: ±5 ppm
- Antenna Protection: Open/short circuit protection
Physical Specifications
- Weight: 1.46kg (3.2 lbs)
- Operating Temperature: -20°C to +55°C (-4°F to 131°F)
- Waterproof Rating: IPx5
- Compass Safe Distance: 0.5m (1.5')
B&G V100 Blackbox VHF Radio System
Model: 000-15644-001
- Class D DSC approved VHF radio
- Integrated GPS receiver
- Connect up to 4 wireless and 4 wired handsets
- Add an optional loudhailer and up to 4 external speakers
- NMEA 0183® and NMEA 2000® connectivity
- 60 second audio rewind
- Configurable external speakers with volume offsetting
- Handset backlight settings can be grouped with NMEA2000 backlight groups so MFD’s and VHF Radios can have backlight controlled together
- Track Buddy — track up to 5 "buddies" using their VHF MMSI
Stay safer on the water with the B&G V100 VHF marine radio. With a possible 8 connected handsets (4 wired and 4 wireless) and 4 external speakers, stay connected from anywhere on board.
Includes NRS-1 VHF Blackbox module and one H100 wired handset and one SP100 speaker. Add up to 4 total wired handsets, 4 speakers and 4 wireless H60 handsets.
The V100 comes with 1 wired handset and 1 speaker, but you can add up to 4 more B&G H60 wireless and 3 more H100 wired handsets along with up to 3 additional external speakers, doubling your radio as an on-board intercom. Each wireless handset with inductive charging, duplicates your radio’s display and controls on a large, easy-to-read screen, viewable in all lights, with intuitive user interface. Access all key functions with channel scan and favourites, alphanumeric keypad, clear audio, handset station naming and 60 second audio rewind.
Specifications
| System Features |
Yes |
| Local/Distant control: |
Yes |
| Position polling: |
Yes |
| Group call: |
Yes |
| Call logs: |
Yes - 20 individual and 10 distress |
| Channel naming: |
Yes |
| Handset naming: |
Yes |
| Dual watch / Tri watch: |
Yes |
| Favourite channel scan: |
Yes |
| All scan: |
Yes |
| User programmable MMSI: |
Yes |
| User programmable ATIS ID: |
Yes |
| MMSI and NAME directory: |
Yes - 50 vessel contacts and 20 group contacts |
| Software updates: |
Yes, via NMEA 2000 |
| NRS-1 - BLACKBOX |
| Power supply: |
12 V DC battery system |
| Nominal operating voltage: |
+ 13.6 V DC |
| Low battery alert: |
10.5 V DC +/- 0.5 V |
| Over voltage protection: |
> 15.8 V +/- 0.5 V |
| Current drain (transmit): |
? 6 A @ 25 W / 1.5 A @ 1W (12 V DC) |
| Current drain: NRS-1 (standby, 1 FHS): |
Less than 400 mA in standby |
| Replacement fuse: |
10 A, mini-blade type |
| Temperature range: |
-20 C to +55 C (-4 F to 131 F) |
| VHF antenna connector: |
SO-239 (50 ohm) |
| GPS antenna connector: |
SMA (female) |
| Wireless connector: |
RP-SMA (female) |
| Compass safe distance: |
0.5 m (1.5’) |
| NMEA 0183 input NRS-1 / NRS-2: |
RMC, GGA, GLL, GNS |
| NMEA 0183 output NRS-1 / NRS-2: |
DSC, DSE, MOB, VDM |
| External Speaker output power: |
4 W @ 4 ohm x 4 outputs |
| External speaker: |
4 ohm, minimum 5 |
| Hailer output power: |
25W @ 4 ohm |
| Hailer speaker: |
4 ohm, minimum 30 W |
| Waterproof: |
IPx5 |
| Weight: |
1.46 kg (3.2 lbs) |
| Transciever |
| Usable channels (country specific): |
International, USA, Canada, Weather |
| Channel spacing: |
25 KHz |
| Frequency stability: |
± 5 ppm |
| Frequency control: |
PLL |
| DSC mode: |
Class D (Global) with dual receiver (individual CH70) |
| Transmitter |
| Transmitter Frequency range: |
156.025 - 157.425 MHz |
| Output power: |
25 W (23 ± 2) / 1 W (0.8 ± 0.2) |
| Transmitter protection: |
Open / short circuit of antenna |
| WIRELESS SPECIFICATION |
| Wireless standard: |
802.11 b/g/n20 |
| Operating frequency: |
2412~2472 MHz (for EU); 2412-2462 MHz (for US) |
| Tx Power (802.11 b - 11 Mbps): |
9.77 dBm (Declaration for EU Compliance) |
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