{"product_id":"garmin-vhf-215-fixed-mount-marine-radio","title":"Garmin VHF 215 GAR 010-02097-00","description":"\u003cp\u003eGarmin VHF 215 010-02097-00 is a \u003cstrong\u003e25-watt fixed-mount VHF marine radio\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003eClass D DSC\u003c\/strong\u003e, built-in GPS, NMEA 2000 integration, NMEA 0183 support, NOAA weather channel access, and a removable fist microphone. It is built for reliable marine communication, emergency DSC calling, and clean integration with compatible Garmin chartplotters and multifunction displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarmin part number \u003cstrong\u003e010-02097-00\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e25-watt fixed-mount VHF marine radio\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClass D Digital Selective Calling\u003c\/strong\u003e for distress calling and direct calling with programmed MMSI.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in \u003cstrong\u003eGPS receiver\u003c\/strong\u003e for position support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with \u003cstrong\u003eNMEA 2000\u003c\/strong\u003e networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports \u003cstrong\u003eNMEA 0183\u003c\/strong\u003e connectivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes U.S., Canadian, and international marine channel support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes \u003cstrong\u003e10 NOAA weather channels\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with optional \u003cstrong\u003eGHS 11 second-station handset\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemovable fist microphone can be relocated away from the main radio body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports optional \u003cstrong\u003efoghorn\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003etwo-way hailer\u003c\/strong\u003e system setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater rating: \u003cstrong\u003eIPX7\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate dimensions: \u003cstrong\u003e3.86\" H x 7.76\" W x 5.78\" D\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate radio weight without microphone: \u003cstrong\u003e42.75 oz \/ 1.212 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrophone weight: approximately \u003cstrong\u003e8.75 oz \/ 0.248 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating voltage: \u003cstrong\u003e12 Vdc\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandby current draw: approximately \u003cstrong\u003e350 mA\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceive current draw: approximately \u003cstrong\u003e600 mA\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransmit current draw: approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2.0–6.0 A\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on transmit power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntenna connector: \u003cstrong\u003eSO-239, 50 ohms\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompass-safe distance: approximately \u003cstrong\u003e29.5\" \/ 75 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarine Electronics Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Garmin VHF 215 is selected by the boat's \u003cstrong\u003ecommunication system, antenna setup, helm layout, power supply, GPS needs, and network wiring\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than by engine model. It is suited for boats that need a fixed-mount VHF radio with DSC safety functions and Garmin helm integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible setup checks include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12V marine electrical system\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProper \u003cstrong\u003emarine VHF antenna\u003c\/strong\u003e and antenna cable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrect \u003cstrong\u003eMMSI programming\u003c\/strong\u003e for DSC use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNMEA 2000\u003c\/strong\u003e network connection for Garmin system integration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNMEA 0183\u003c\/strong\u003e wiring where required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional \u003cstrong\u003eGHS 11 handset\u003c\/strong\u003e if a second station is needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional hailer or foghorn speaker setup if using those features.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment \u0026amp; System Compatibility Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm the boat has the correct mounting space, power supply, antenna route, VHF antenna, network plan, and MMSI setup before ordering. DSC features require proper MMSI programming and valid GPS position data, so the radio should be installed as part of a complete communication and safety system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen This Unit Is a Good Upgrade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VHF 215 is a good upgrade when replacing an older fixed-mount VHF, adding DSC safety functionality, building a Garmin-integrated helm, or setting up a radio that can support a second station and optional hailer functions. It is a strong fit for boats that need a traditional helm-mounted VHF with reliable communication and network integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall using the supplied power cable, mounting hardware, removable fist mic, and selected mounting method. The VHF antenna, antenna cable condition, grounding, MMSI programming, GPS position source, and NMEA 2000 \/ NMEA 0183 wiring should all be confirmed during installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Components\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVHF 215 marine radio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRemovable fist microphone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFist mic mounting bracket and hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBail mount with knobs and mounting hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtective cover\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrim ring snap cover\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlush mount gasket\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower cable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDocumentation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate\/Superseded Part Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe active Garmin part number for this package is \u003cstrong\u003e010-02097-00\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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Confirming the part number first helps avoid sending the wrong communication package for the helm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product is warehoused locally and usually ships within 3–4 business days. ⚓\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garmin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43628560285732,"sku":"GAR-010-02097-00","price":654.73,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/GAR010-02097-00.png?v=1772221445","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/garmin-vhf-215-fixed-mount-marine-radio","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}