B&G V60-B VHF Marine Radio

While it includes an integrated Class B AIS transceiver, you will still need a dedicated VHF antenna for AIS transmission and reception. Using a high-quality antenna splitter can allow you to share a single antenna with your VHF radio, but a dedicated antenna is generally recommended for optimal performance.

Yes, if you add the optional wireless handsets. The system supports up to two wireless handsets, which function as both remote control units for the radio and as an intercom system for communicating between different areas of your vessel.

When you press the dedicated MOB button, the radio immediately marks your current GPS position as a waypoint. It then displays steering guidance on the screen to help you navigate back to that specific location, making it much easier to return to a person in the water.

Yes, the V60-B is fully compatible with NMEA 2000 networks, allowing it to share GPS data and AIS information with your chartplotter and other onboard electronics. It also supports NMEA 0183 for older legacy systems.

Track Buddy allows you to monitor the position of up to five other vessels using their MMSI numbers. It is a practical tool for keeping track of friends or fleet members while out on the water, provided they are also transmitting their position via AIS or DSC.

Yes, the fist microphone is removable and designed for flexible installation. You can mount the connection point on either the front or the rear of the radio, depending on how you plan to route your cables and where you want the mic to sit in your console.