Icom UT-112A Voice Scrambler Unit
Best privacy upgrade for radio users seeking secure and clear communications.
This is the essential add-on for keeping marine radio chatter private. By layering 32 distinct scrambling codes over your standard VHF transmissions, it offers a necessary layer of security for sensitive conversations. You sacrifice open-channel accessibility, but gain the peace of mind that your discussions stay strictly between you and your intended recipient.
$186.35
Who it's for
- Security-conscious users needing basic protection against casual eavesdropping
- Icom radio owners seeking a simple internal hardware upgrade
- Mobile operators prioritizing lightweight and streamlined equipment setups
Who should skip it
- High-level security professionals requiring advanced digital encryption standards
- Users with modern digital radios or non-Icom hardware
- Audiophiles who demand perfectly clear and natural voice reproduction
Performance breakdown
Privacy Security
Thirty-two distinct scrambling codes provide robust protection against casual eavesdropping.
Installation Simplicity
Straightforward design allows for quick integration into existing radio hardware.
Hardware Compatibility
Limited to specific Icom marine VHF models, restricting broader radio use.
Build Durability
Plastic construction is functional but lacks the ruggedness of metal housing.
Form Factor
Compact footprint ensures it fits seamlessly inside tight radio chassis spaces.
Operational Reliability
Consistent performance maintains clear, secure audio transmission in maritime environments.
Key Specs
Material
Plastic
Compatible Device Type
Marine VHF Base Station
Compatible Radio Brand
Icom
Frequency Band
VHF
Box Dimensions
2 inches H x 2 inches W x 3 inches L
Weight
0.05 lbs
UPC
731797031631
Included Components
Voice Scrambler Unit, Instructions
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