# A Quick Look at Icom’s IC-M410BB

By Ray Novak · Published 2023-08-23 · Updated 2026-05-19 · Professional AV on MarketScale
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> An expert walkthrough reveals how this marine radio device combines critical safety features with intuitive controls for vessel operators

## Key points

- The IC-M410BB requires MMSI number programming so the U.S. Coast Guard can identify the vessel in an emergency.
- A dedicated distress button sends an automated digital distress call to nearby ships and the Coast Guard with a single press.
- The radio features a streamlined interface with a quick-access button row and an easy-to-navigate main menu.

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[**Ray Novak**](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ray-novak-n9ja-8434117/), Senior Sales Manager at [**Icom**](https://www.icomamerica.com/), takes viewers through a quick look at the essential features of the [**IC-M410BB**](https://www.icomjapan.com/lineup/products/IC-M410BB/). Novak emphasizes the significance of programming the MMSI number, which the U.S. Coast Guard uses to identify vessels. The device features a distress button that, when pressed, sends out a digital distress call to nearby ships and the Coast Guard. Novak also highlights the user-friendly interface, including a quick menu accessible via a row of buttons and a main menu that's easy to navigate.

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