The Ray50 VHF Radio is now retired.
The following information is for reference purposes only.
The Ray50 VHF packs a powerful communication system into a case that is small enough to mount just about anywhere. With 25W of power, Class D Digital Selective Calling, and simple integration with other onboard electronics, the Ray50 is the perfect solution when space is at a premium.
The Ray50 features a large display with easy-to-read digits and icons that are visible day or night. The Ray50 features a premium quality speaker and is also equipped with Class D Digital Selective Calling (DSC) with simple to use controls and an intuitive menu system. You'll be a Ray50 expert in no time!
The Ray50 features standard NMEA2000 and NMEA0183 networking for simple connection to onboard systems and it integrates seamlessly with Raymarine LightHouse II Multifunction Displays for advanced DSC functions. The Ray50 offers flexible mounting too. Use the included trunnion bracket to attach the radio to any console, bulkhead or overhead. The radio can also be flush-mounted using its convenient front-mount attachment points. The Ray50 boasts a wide array of standard features including NOAA weather alert, dual-watch, tri-watch, scanning, selective scanning, and much more.
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Dimensions | ![]() |
Size (HxWxD) Main Unit | Height -inc bezel = 88.5mm (3.5 in) Width - inc bezel = 168mm (6.6 in) max Depth 173.75mm (6.8 in) max excl rear cables |
Weight Main Unit | 1.7 Kg (3.74 lbs) |
Environmental Specification |
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Water Integrity | Complies with IPX6 & IPX7 Complies with EN60945 |
Operating Temperature Range | -20°C to 60°C |
Storage Temperature Range | -25°C to 70°C |
Humidity | up to 95% |
Electrical Specification |
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Communications Port | NMEA 0183 (version 4.01); NMEA2000 (version 3.0) |
Nominal Supply Voltage | 12V DC. Reverse polarity and over voltage protected |
Operating Voltage Range | 9V DC to 16V DC |
Current Consumption | Less than 6A at High Power (13.6V) Standby: 600 mA Receive: 2 Amps |
Transmitter Specification |
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Channels | All available US, International and Canadian VHF marine bands |
Frequency Range | 156.000 – 157.425 MHz 155.500 to 161.425 MHz Private channels |
Frequency Stability | + / - 1.5 ppm |
Channel Spacing | 12.5 kHz |
Power Output | High Power = 25 Watt Low Power = 1 Watt |
Spurious emmission | Better than -36 dBm at 25W (Less than 0.25 µW) |
Maximum Deviation | +/- 5kHz |
Antenna port impedance | 50 ohms typical |
Receiver Specification |
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Receiver Type | Double Conversion Super Heterodyne |
Channels | All available US, International and Canadian VHF marine bands |
Frequency Range | 156.000 – 157.425 MHz 155.500 to 161.425 MHz Private channels |
Sensitivity: | Better than 1 microvolt EMF @ 20dB SINAD |
Squelch Sensitivity | Less than -2 dBµ EMF |
Hum & Noise | Better than -40 dB |
Audio Distortion | Less than 10% |
Receiver Sensitivity | Distance -119 dBm (0.25uV)@12 dB SINAD ← Typical Local -110 dBm (0.7uV)@12 dB SINAD ← Typical |
Adjacent Channel Selectivity | More than 70 dB |
Spurious Response Rejection | More than 70 dB |
Inter Modulation Rejection | More than 70 dB |
Speakers |
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Base Station Speaker Power Output | 2.5W (8Ω) |
Fistmic Speaker Power | 1W (16Ω) |
External Speaker Power | 5W (4Ω) / 2.5W (8Ω) |
Part Number | Product Description |
E70243 | Ray50 VHF Radio |
The Ray50 VHF features standard NMEA2000 and NMEA0183 networking for simple connection to Multifunction Displays with SeaTalkng and NMEA0183 connections. The Ray50 integrates seamlessly with Raymarine LightHouse II Multifunction Displays for advanced DSC functions. We recommend the following Multifunction Displays:
There are no software updates available for the Ray50 VHF Radio.
However, for best performance, we recommend that you have the latest software installed for your networked multifunction display. Check the latest update here.
The Ray50 VHF packs a powerful communication system into a case that is small enough to mount just about anywhere. With 25W of power, Class D Digital Selective Calling, and simple integration with other onboard electronics, the Ray50 is the perfect solution when space is at a premium.
The Ray50 features a large display with easy-to-read digits and icons that are visible day or night. The Ray50 features a premium quality speaker and is also equipped with Class D Digital Selective Calling (DSC) with simple to use controls and an intuitive menu system. You'll be a Ray50 expert in no time!
The Ray50 features standard NMEA2000 and NMEA0183 networking for simple connection to onboard systems and it integrates seamlessly with Raymarine LightHouse II Multifunction Displays for advanced DSC functions. The Ray50 offers flexible mounting too. Use the included trunnion bracket to attach the radio to any console, bulkhead or overhead. The radio can also be flush-mounted using its convenient front-mount attachment points. The Ray50 boasts a wide array of standard features including NOAA weather alert, dual-watch, tri-watch, scanning, selective scanning, and much more.
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RAYMARINE RAY50 | |
Dimensions | ![]() |
Size (HxWxD) Main Unit | Height -inc bezel = 88.5mm (3.5 in) Width - inc bezel = 168mm (6.6 in) max Depth 173.75mm (6.8 in) max excl rear cables |
Weight Main Unit | 1.7 Kg (3.74 lbs) |
Environmental Specification |
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Water Integrity | Complies with IPX6 & IPX7 Complies with EN60945 |
Operating Temperature Range | -20°C to 60°C |
Storage Temperature Range | -25°C to 70°C |
Humidity | up to 95% |
Electrical Specification |
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Communications Port | NMEA 0183 (version 4.01); NMEA2000 (version 3.0) |
Nominal Supply Voltage | 12V DC. Reverse polarity and over voltage protected |
Operating Voltage Range | 9V DC to 16V DC |
Current Consumption | Less than 6A at High Power (13.6V) Standby: 600 mA Receive: 2 Amps |
Transmitter Specification |
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Channels | All available US, International and Canadian VHF marine bands |
Frequency Range | 156.000 – 157.425 MHz 155.500 to 161.425 MHz Private channels |
Frequency Stability | + / - 1.5 ppm |
Channel Spacing | 12.5 kHz |
Power Output | High Power = 25 Watt Low Power = 1 Watt |
Spurious emmission | Better than -36 dBm at 25W (Less than 0.25 µW) |
Maximum Deviation | +/- 5kHz |
Antenna port impedance | 50 ohms typical |
Receiver Specification |
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Receiver Type | Double Conversion Super Heterodyne |
Channels | All available US, International and Canadian VHF marine bands |
Frequency Range | 156.000 – 157.425 MHz 155.500 to 161.425 MHz Private channels |
Sensitivity: | Better than 1 microvolt EMF @ 20dB SINAD |
Squelch Sensitivity | Less than -2 dBµ EMF |
Hum & Noise | Better than -40 dB |
Audio Distortion | Less than 10% |
Receiver Sensitivity | Distance -119 dBm (0.25uV)@12 dB SINAD ← Typical Local -110 dBm (0.7uV)@12 dB SINAD ← Typical |
Adjacent Channel Selectivity | More than 70 dB |
Spurious Response Rejection | More than 70 dB |
Inter Modulation Rejection | More than 70 dB |
Speakers |
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Base Station Speaker Power Output | 2.5W (8Ω) |
Fistmic Speaker Power | 1W (16Ω) |
External Speaker Power | 5W (4Ω) / 2.5W (8Ω) |
Part Number | Product Description |
E70243 | Ray50 VHF Radio |
The Ray50 VHF features standard NMEA2000 and NMEA0183 networking for simple connection to Multifunction Displays with SeaTalkng and NMEA0183 connections. The Ray50 integrates seamlessly with Raymarine LightHouse II Multifunction Displays for advanced DSC functions. We recommend the following Multifunction Displays:
There are no software updates available for the Ray50 VHF Radio.
However, for best performance, we recommend that you have the latest software installed for your networked multifunction display. Check the latest update here.