Wireless Hub Aerial Extension

Enhance Your Raymarine Ray90 VHF Communications

Optimizing signal strength and placement is crucial for reliable marine VHF communication, especially on vessels where space is at a premium. The Wireless Hub Aerial Extension steps in as a smart solution, allowing you to position your antenna exactly where it performs best—higher up, away from obstructions, or integrated seamlessly into your boat's rigging. Designed specifically for Raymarine's innovative Ray90 system, this extension delivers flexible connectivity without compromising on performance or durability.

Whether you're navigating coastal waters, coordinating with your crew during offshore passages, or ensuring clear hails in busy marinas, extending your aerial reach can mean the difference between spotty reception and crystal-clear transmissions. Boaters often overlook antenna placement until interference from masts or electronics bites them— this accessory fixes that with straightforward adaptability.

Key Advantages for Seamless Marine Operations

• Superior Signal Optimization: Relocate your aerial to an elevated or unobstructed spot, boosting range and reducing multipath interference common on fiberglass hulls or metal superstructures.
• Marine-Tough Build: Constructed to withstand harsh saltwater environments, UV exposure, and constant vibration, ensuring long-term reliability even in rough seas.
• Plug-and-Play Simplicity: Integrates effortlessly with the Ray90's wireless hub, minimizing downtime during installation and preserving your system's modular design.
• Space-Saving Flexibility: Ideal for compact cockpits or multihull setups where routing cables neatly enhances both aesthetics and functionality.
• Future-Proof Connectivity: Supports Raymarine's ecosystem, making it easier to expand your setup with additional hubs or accessories as your boating needs evolve.

Real-world feedback from skippers highlights how this extension transformed marginal VHF performance into dependable comms—think clearer DSC alerts and fewer frustrating repeats during group sails.

Perfect Fit for Ray90 System Users

This extension pairs exclusively with the Ray90 VHF radio's wireless hub, unlocking its full potential in dual-station or networked configurations. If your setup includes the Ray90's compact transceiver and hub, adding this aerial extension maintains the system's wireless freedom while extending VHF coverage. It's not a one-size-fits-all; precision engineering ensures low signal loss and impedance matching for peak efficiency.

For vessels with multiple helm stations, like yachts or fishing boats, it enables shared antenna resources without bulky cabling runs. Sailors retrofitting older Raymarine gear appreciate the clean upgrade path, avoiding the need for full system overhauls.

Practical Installation Insights

Setting it up is straightforward for DIY-savvy boaters, typically involving a quick disconnect at the hub and secure mounting of the extension. Start by powering down your Ray90, detach the standard aerial connector, and route the extension cable to your chosen spot—perhaps the spreader tip or radar arch. Use zip ties or conduit for tidy runs, and always seal connections with marine-grade dielectric grease to fend off corrosion.

Pro tip: Test signal strength post-install using your VHF's built-in diagnostics or a simple range check with a shore station. In high-interference areas near bridges or ports, even a modest extension height can yield noticeable gains. If you're dealing with a crowded deck, consider combining it with low-profile mounts for a pro finish.

"Moved my aerial up top with this extension—VHF range doubled, no more dropouts off the coast." – Experienced offshore racer

Why Boaters Rely on This Extension

In the world of marine electronics, reliability trumps bells and whistles. This aerial extension shines by addressing common pain points: poor antenna positioning leading to weak signals, cumbersome wiring in tight spaces, and vulnerability to environmental wear. It's a subtle upgrade that pays dividends in safety and convenience, particularly for vessels operating in VHF-dependent scenarios like races, charters, or search-and-rescue drills.

Compared to rigid fixed extensions, its wireless hub compatibility offers unmatched versatility, letting you experiment with placements seasonally—higher for open water, lower for trailered boats. Ultimately, it's about empowering your Ray90 to perform as intended, keeping you connected when it counts.