The NX1000 high quality, entry level handheld VHF is ideal as a second/back up VHF on board. It is a compact unit with a choice of 1W or 2W transmitting power and a high quality LCD display. Waterproof and with standard AA or rechargeable batteries (not suppplied) this rugged unit gives up to 16 hours of use. Key Features: *Standard AA batteries *Can use rechargeable batteries *Up to 40 hours when in listening mode, 16 hours 90% listening, 5% transmitting, 5% receiving *Easy Battery change, can be simply done on board *Large high quality LCD, easy to read *Water tight to IPX7 *Easy operation, simple access to additional features. *1W/2W transmitting power: gives the user line of sight range but with low power output, therefore preserving battery life. *Battery Level Indicator *Meets Applicable Standards *Quick Access Channels, between any channel and channel 16 Scanning: Dual watch function *Private channels: Capacity for an additional 10 private channels.