Ray90 Modular Black Box VHF Radio

The Raymarine Ray90 revolutionizes your vessel’s communication setup by separating the radio’s hardware from its controls. The Black Box design means the main transceiver unit is hidden away behind the scenes (mount it in a cabinet or under the dash), while only the stylish RayMic handset and speaker are present at the helm – much like a phone handset with a large display that gives you full radio control. This frees up space on your console and lends a modern, uncluttered look to your bridge – especially valued in glass bridge installations and integrated helm designs. The Ray90 is truly a multi-station system: out of the box, you get one primary wired station (a RayMic handset connected to the black box and a passive speaker), and you can add one more station if needed – either another wired RayMic or a wireless handset (with the appropriate wireless kit). This means even on a large vessel, the captain can have up to two fully functional radio control points, for example one at an interior helm and one on an upper flybridge. Each station has access to all the radio’s features and can also serve as an intercom between the stations, which is invaluable for crew coordination between the bridge and the deck or other areas. The Ray90 includes a built-in loudhailer functionality – its 30W amplifier allows you to connect an external horn speaker and make your voice heard across the deck or to other boats nearby (great for issuing commands when docking or warnings to other vessels), as well as to use automatic foghorn modes that comply with maritime standards. In terms of safety features, this radio is equipped with Class D DSC (Digital Selective Calling) – enabling targeted calls to specific vessels, all-ships distress broadcasts, and more. To take full advantage of DSC (especially so your distress calls include your position), the Ray90 requires a GPS feed – it has a port for an external GA150 passive GPS antenna, or you can network it with an existing GPS source on board. Once that’s connected, pressing the distress button will immediately alert all nearby vessels and authorities with your identity and coordinates. Another smart feature is position tracking: the Ray90 can periodically poll up to 5 selected DSC-equipped vessels for their location and automatically share those positions to your chartplotter. This lets you keep tabs on buddy boats or a flotilla you’re traveling with, right on your navigation display. On the hardware side, the Ray90’s transceiver unit is built to last – its housing is cast from aluminum, giving it excellent resistance to shock and vibration, as well as acting as a heat sink for the electronics during long transmissions. The RayMic handsets are ruggedized too, with large, tactile buttons and a bright backlit display, so you can operate it confidently under bright sun, at night, or even with wet hands from sea spray. In summary, the Ray90 provides powerful and flexible communications – whether you’re a luxury yacht owner wanting a minimalist helm or a commercial operator needing a multi-station solution, this radio covers all the bases.

• Ideal for integrated helm stations: the hidden installation enables a clean “glass bridge” look – prized on modern yachts and vessels where aesthetics and function are both paramount
• Great for large crews and vessels: with two-station capability and intercom, the captain can stay at the main helm while another crew member communicates from the deck or engine room – improving efficiency and safety
• Freedom of movement with wireless option: adding a wireless handset (e.g., at the bow or stern) lets you control the radio from anywhere on board, which is fantastic for single-handed sailing or when you need to step away from the wheel
• Enhanced safety and awareness: beyond standard DSC alarms, the position tracking and powerful loudhailer let you coordinate a group of boats or alert nearby vessels as needed – a true communications powerhouse
• Professional-grade reliability: the Ray90 is engineered for long life in harsh marine environments – from its robust chassis to protected electronics (with safeguards for voltage spikes and reversed polarity), it’s built to perform when you need it most