Ray91 VHF Radio Raymarine
The Ray91 modular VHF radio brings dual-station communications and traffic management to a whole new level of power, performance, and flexibility. The Ray91 is a black-box design with a transceiver that hides out of sight while the ergonomic RayMic handset and remote speaker provide full control of the radio with crystal clear audio.
Key Features
- Black box, dual-station capable VHF radio
- Built-in Automatic Identification System (AIS) Class B Receiver
- NEW – Wireless handset and active speaker available
- Wired handset and passive speaker included
- Expandable to 2 RayMic handsets
- Built-in loudhailer and fog signal generator
- Optional external GPS receiver and Class D Digital Selective Calling
- Simple NMEA2000 and NMEA0183 Networking

The Ray91 is also equipped with an integrated Automatic Identification System (AIS) receiver. Us the Ray91 to receive navigation and safety broadcasts from nearby AIS-equipped vessels and share them over NMEA2000 or NMEA0183 with compatible MFDs. AIS equipped vessels can easily be identified along with their vessel name, course, speed, CPA, and other voyage information.
Communications Powerhouse
Ray91 is equipped with a powerful 25-watt transmitter and commercial grade electronics for long life and superior performance. Channel scanning, dual-watch, tri-watch and weather alert are standard. Class D Digital Selective Calling radio and integrated GPS makes setting up the advanced safety and calling features easy. Simply input your vessel’s MMSI number during setup and you’re ready to go. For GPS operation the optional GA150 passive GPS antenna is required.
Position Tracking
Use Ray91’s position tracking feature to keep tabs on up to 5 nearby DSC equipped vessels. Their positions are automatically shared with your Raymarine MFD. Keep an eye on other boats in your cruising party, monitor vessels of interest, or manage your local fleet. In Europe the Ray91 supports the ATIS system on navigable inland waterways.
Loudhailer
Ray91’s built-in loudhailer will make you heard on-deck and across the harbour. Connect an optional hailing horn and make your presence known with 30-watts of audio output, plus 2-way talkback. When things get foggy, the loudhailer can be set to automatically sound required fog signals for power and sailing vessels underway and at anchor.
Waterproof & Ruggedized
Ray91’s transceiver unit is cast in solid aluminum for shock and vibration resistance and maximum heat dissipation. RayMic handsets feature super-bright backlighting for easy viewing in all conditions and oversized keys provide a sure grip with easy access to commonly used functions.
The Ray91 system includes 1 wired handset and a passive speaker kit. Expand your system with an additional wired station to keep you in communication from the tuna tower, flying bridge, helm, salon or even in staterooms!
No matter how small or how large your vessel is, the Ray91 from Raymarine has all the power and performance you need for essential communications, safety and situational awareness on the water.
RAY91 SPECIFICATIONS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS | ||||
Model | Wired Unit | Wireless Hub | Wireless Handset | Charging Holster |
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Size (HxWxD) Main Unit | Height = 63mm (2.48 in) Width – 235mm (9.25 in) max Depth 160mm (6.30 in) max excl rear cables |
|||
Weight Main Unit | 2.6 Kg (5.7 lbs) |
ENVIRONMENTAL
Water Integrity | Complies with IPX6 & IPX7 Complies with EN60945 |
Operating Temperature Range | -25°C to 55°C |
Storage Temperature Range | -25°C to 70°C |
Humidity | up to 95% |
ELECTRICAL
Communications Port | NMEA 0183 (version 4.01); NMEA2000 (version 3.101) | |||
Nominal Supply Voltage | 12V DC. Reverse polarity and over voltage protected | Rechargable Lithium Ion 2000mAh battery | 12V DC. Reverse polarity and over voltage protected | |
Operating Voltage Range | 9V DC to 16V DC | 9V DC to 16V DC | ||
Current Consumption | Less than 6A at High Power (13.6V) Standby: 600 mA Receive: 2 Amps |
1 Amp Nominal | Less than 6A at High Power (13.6V) Standby: 600 mA Receive: 2 Amps |
|
Fuse requirements | Inline fuse = 1.25A | Thermal Breaker = 1.25A | |||
Charge Type | Wireless Inductive Charge |
TRANSMITTER
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
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 |
|||
Wireless Frequency | 2.4GHz | 2.4GHz | ||
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 |
SPEAKER (ACTIVE & PASSIVE)
External Passive Speaker Power | 5W (4?) / 2.5W (8?) (Passive) | 5W (8?) (Acitve) |
Hailer Speaker Power Output | 24W (4?) / 12W (8?) |
GPS
Number of channels | 72 |
Cold Start | 29s |
Receiver IC Sensitivity | -167 dBm (Tracking) / -148 dBM (Acquisition) |
GNSS Compatibility | GPS GLONASS *BeiDou |
SBAS Compatibility | WAAS EGNOS MSAS |
Special Features | Active jamming and interference reduction |
Operating frequencies | GPS L1 C/A GLONASS L10F Beidou B1 |
Signal Acquisition | Automatic |
Almanac Update | Automatic |
Geodetic Datum | WGS-84 (alternatives available through Raymarine MFD) |
Refresh Rate | 20 Hz (20 times per second concurrent GNSS) |
Positional Accuracy | Without SBAS: <2.5 metres 95% of the time With SBAS: <2 metres 95% of the time |
AIS
Class Type | AIS Receive Only |
RAY91 ORDERING INFORMATION
ORDERING INFORMATION | |
Part Number | Description |
E70493 | Raymarine Ray91 Modular VHF Radio System with AIS Receiver |
A80542 | Raymarine Ray90/91 Passive Speaker |
A80543 | Raymarine Ray90/91 Active Speaker |
A80540 | Raymarine Wireless Expansion Hub |
A80541 | Raymarine Ray90/91 Wireless Hub Aerial Extension (5m) |
A80544 | Raymarine Ray90/91 Wireless Handset |
A80289 | Raymarine RayMic Wired Handset |
A80290 | Raymarine RayMic / Ray60 / 70 / 90 / 91 Handset Extension Cable 15m |
A80291 | Raymarine RayMic / Ray60 / 70 / 90 / 91 Handset Extension Cable 5m |
A80292 | Raymarine RayMic / Ray60 / 70 / 90 / 91 Handset Extension Cable 10m |
A80297 | Raymarine RayMic Adapter Cable |

RAY91 WHAT’S IN THE BOX
IN THE BOX | |||
1 | Ray90 / Ray91 VHF DSC Radio (including fitted power and data cable) | ||
2 | Raymic handset cradle | ||
3 | Raymic handset | ||
4 | Raymic handset adaptor cable (12 pin female to 12 pin male with RCA Audio) | ||
5 | Passive speaker | ||
6 | Passive speaker mounting gasket | ||
7 | Passive speaker mounting screws x 4 | ||
8 | Documentation | ||
9 | VHF radio mounting screws x 4 | ||
10 | Handset cradle mounting screws x 4 | ||
11 | DeviceNet to SeaTalkng® adaptor |
Read more :