{"product_id":"acr-sr303-gmdss-handheld-vhf-survival-radio","title":"ACR SR303 GMDSS Waterproof Handheld VHF Survival Radio","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThe ACR Electronics SR303 is a GMDSS-certified handheld VHF survival radio built for the one call that has to get through. It's IPX7 waterproof, runs on a replaceable 5-year primary lithium battery with a tamper witness label, and powers up straight into distress-ready mode on channel 16. Certified to IMO and SOLAS for mandatory and voluntary carriage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you carry a handheld VHF for safety, you're really buying insurance. You want it to work the one time you truly need it, after months sitting in a grab bag. That's exactly what the SR303 is built for. It's a GMDSS handheld VHF survival radio designed to keep you talking when the situation turns serious, and to hold up to years of salt, spray, and storage in between.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SR303 is fully certified as a GMDSS (Global Maritime Distress and Safety System) product. It meets IMO and SOLAS regulations, so it's a legitimate choice for both mandatory carriage on commercial and passenger vessels and voluntary carriage on cruising boats that want a certified survival radio in the ditch bag. The multi-channel design covers the international marine VHF channels you'll actually use, and the preset safety configuration means it's ready to transmit the moment it powers up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's the part that matters most for a survival radio. The battery. The SR303 ships with a primary Lithium battery that carries a witness label. As long as that label is intact, you know the primary battery has never been used, so there's no guessing whether you've got a full charge when you grab it. Pull the label, connect the battery, and the radio auto powers on and drops straight into GMDSS operation mode. It sets itself to channel 16, volume level 8, and squelch level 2. No fumbling through menus in a panic. The primary battery carries a 5-year replacement interval, and there's a rechargeable Lithium Ion pack for everyday use and training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's built to be used in bad conditions by cold, wet hands. The keypad works even while you're wearing survival suit gloves, and both the display and keypad are backlit so you can read it in the dark or in a covered life raft. There's also NFC built in. Tap a phone to the radio and you can pull up the battery replacement date and product information without digging through paperwork. The whole unit is rated IPX7, so it takes submersion, not just spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SR303 is rated to operate from -20C to +55C and stores down to -30C, so it handles a night watch in the North Atlantic or a locker in the tropics without complaint. That said, like any lithium pack, runtime shrinks in real cold. If you're running high latitudes, plan on carrying a spare and keeping it somewhere warm until you need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink of the SR303 as the portable half of your safety comms plan. Your fixed VHF at the nav station handles day-to-day calling and DSC, and this handheld goes with the crew if you ever have to abandon to the raft. It's short-range, line-of-sight gear, so it's for reaching nearby vessels, rescue craft, and aircraft on scene, not for calling home from mid-ocean. Pair it with your fixed set and an EPIRB and you've covered the bases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWho's this for? Mostly larger sailboats, cruisers, and commercial boats that keep a dedicated grab bag and want a certified GMDSS radio in it. It's a purpose-built safety tool, not a casual second radio for a small center console, and at roughly two thirds of a pound it carries a bit more heft than a basic handheld. That weight buys you the certification and the sealed, serviceable battery system. For anyone heading offshore, that's a fair trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA couple of tips from the dock. After any battery swap, make sure the door O-ring is seated clean and lightly lubricated so the seal stays honest season after season. In salt air, wipe the battery contacts down every so often to keep them corrosion-free. And carry your spare battery in a dry bag. Treat it right and the SR303 will sit quietly in the grab bag for years, ready the day you finally need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGMDSS certified to IMO and SOLAS regulations for mandatory and voluntary marine carriage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIPX7 waterproof rating, sealed for temporary submersion not just spray\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplaceable primary Lithium battery with a 5-year replacement interval and tamper witness label\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRechargeable Lithium Ion pack for everyday use and training alongside the primary battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAuto power-on into GMDSS mode on channel 16, volume 8, squelch 2 when the primary battery is connected\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBacklit display and keypad for clear operation in the dark or a covered raft\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOperable while wearing survival suit gloves for cold, wet-handed use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuilt-in NFC to read battery replacement date and product info from a phone\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact 300 g (0.66 lbs) body measuring 63 x 150 x 33 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOperating range of -20C to +55C for offshore and high-latitude use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes flexible rubber antenna, belt clip, and wrist lanyard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-trust\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from NVN Marine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAuthorized ACR Electronics reseller, full manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSame-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs the SR303 GMDSS certified?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. It's a fully certified GMDSS survival radio that meets IMO and SOLAS regulations, so it works for both mandatory carriage on commercial and passenger vessels and voluntary carriage on cruising boats. It's also IPX7 waterproof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat battery does the SR303 use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt ships with a primary Lithium battery rated for a 5-year replacement interval, and there's a rechargeable Lithium Ion pack for everyday use and training. Each battery is 100 Wh with about 2 g of lithium metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the battery witness label for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe primary battery carries a witness label so you can tell at a glance whether it's ever been used. If the label is intact, the primary battery is untouched. Pull the label and connect the battery and the radio powers on automatically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat happens when I activate the primary battery?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe SR303 auto powers on and enters GMDSS operation mode with preset settings of channel 16, volume level 8, and squelch level 2. It's ready to transmit without hunting through menus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I use it with gloves on?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. The keypad is designed to work while you're wearing survival suit gloves, and both the display and keypad are backlit for low-light use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs the SR303 waterproof?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's rated IPX7, which means it withstands temporary submersion, not just spray. Keep the battery door O-ring seated and lightly lubricated after each battery change to keep that seal honest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat does the NFC feature do?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNear Field Communication lets you tap a compatible phone to the radio to read the battery replacement date and product information, so you don't have to dig through paperwork to check service status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat's included in the box?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYou get the SR303 handheld, a flexible rubber antenna, a belt clip, and a wrist lanyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow big is it and what does it weigh?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt measures 63 x 150 x 33 mm (2.48 x 5.91 x 1.30 in) and weighs about 300 g, or 0.66 lbs. It's a bit heavier than a basic handheld because of the certified, sealed battery system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat temperature range does it handle?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt operates from -20C to +55C and stores from -30C to +65C. Like any lithium pack, runtime shrinks in real cold, so carry a spare and keep it somewhere warm in high latitudes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"nvn-specs\"\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTitle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eACR SR303 Multi Channel GMDSS Waterproof Hand Held VHF Replaceable Lithium Battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eACR Electronics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4586\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUPC\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e791659045862\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 g (0.66 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e63 x 150 x 33 mm (2.48 x 5.91 x 1.30 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWaterproof Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIPX7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperating Temperature Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20C to +55C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStorage Temperature Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-30C to +65C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRechargeable Lithium Ion \u0026amp; Primary Lithium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Wh per battery \/ 2g lithium metal per battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery Replacement Interval\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 years (primary battery)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGMDSS, IMO and SOLAS compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNFC\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (battery replacement date and product info)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIncluded Accessories\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlexible Rubber Antenna, Belt Clip, \u0026amp; Wrist Lanyard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 Year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandheld GMDSS VHF Survival Radio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n    \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n    \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n    \"mainEntity\": [\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"Question\",\n            \"name\": \"Is the SR303 GMDSS certified?\",\n            \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n                \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n                \"text\": \"Yes. 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