Simrad RS12 User guide
Simrad RS12 is a feature-rich VHF radio that provides reliable and clear communication on the water. Designed for ease of use, the RS12 is packed with advanced functionality, ensuring you stay connected and informed during your marine adventures.
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RS12 VHF
User Guide
ENGLISH
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DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read carefully before installation and use.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards, Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
DISCLAIMER: It is the owner’s sole responsibility to install and use the instrument and transducers in a manner that will not cause accidents, personal injury or property damage. The user of this product is solely responsible for observing safe boating practices.
NAVICO HOLDING AS. AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES,
BRANCHES AND AFFILIATES DISCLAIM ALL
LIABILITY FOR ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT
IN A WAY THAT MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS,
DAMAGE OR THAT MAY VIOLATE THE LAW.
Governing Language: This statement, any instruction manuals, user guides and other information relating to the product
(Documentation) may be translated to, or has been translated from, another language (Translation). In the event of any conflict between any Translation of the
Documentation, the English language version of the Documentation will be the official version of the Documentation.
This manual represents the RS12 as at the time of printing. Navico Holding AS. and its subsidiaries, branches and affiliates reserve the right to make changes to specifications without notice.
Copyright © 2012 Navico Holding AS.
Simrad© is a registered trademark of Navico
Holding AS.
FCC Statement
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a normal installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an output on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help.
A shielded cable must be used when connecting a peripheral to the serial ports.
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RF Emissions Notice:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device’s antenna must be installed in accordance with provided instructions; and it must be operated with minimum 96 cm spacing between the antennas and all person’s body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist and feet) during operation. Further, this transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
IMPORTANT:
1. DSC functions will not operate on the RS12 until your MMSI has been entered. Refer to section
4.2 for details.
2. The radio channels installed into this Simrad VHF radio may vary from country to country depending upon the model and government or national communications authority regulations.
3. Navico recommends that you check the radio operating licensing requirements of your country before using this Simrad VHF radio. The operator is solely responsible for observing proper radio installation and usage practices.
4. A DSC warning label is supplied with this Simrad VHF radio. To comply with FCC regulations, this label must be affixed in a location that is clearly visible from the operating controls of this radio. Make sure that the chosen location is clean and dry before applying this label.
MMSI and License Information:
You must obtain a user MMSI (Marine Mobile Service Identity) and enter it into your RS12 in order to use the DSC functions. Contact the appropriate authorities in your country. If you are unsure who to contact, consult your Simrad dealer.
The user MMSI is a unique nine digit number, similar to a personal telephone number. It is used on marine transceivers that are capable of using DSC (Digital Select Calling).
Depending upon your location, you may need a radio station license for the RS12. You may also need an individual operator’s license.
Simrad recommends that you check the requirements of your national radio communications authorities before operating DSC functions.
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Section 1 - General Information .......................................................................7
Section 2 - The Radio Menu (MENU) ................................................................14
Section 3 - Radio Setup Menu (RADIO SETUP) ................................................21
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Section 4 - DSC Setup Menu (DSC SETUP) ........................................................25
Section 5 - Sending and Receiving DSC Calls ..................................................32
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Section 6 - Distress Calls ..................................................................................43
Section 7 - Installation ....................................................................................47
Appendix A - Technical Specifications ............................................................55
Appendix B - Troubleshooting .........................................................................57
Appendix C - US & ROW VHF Marine Channel Charts .....................................58
Appendix D - EU VHF Marine Channel Charts ................................................65
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Section 1 - General Information
1-1 Features
Congratulations on your purchase of this Simrad RS12 marine band VHF radio. Your RS12 provides the following useful features:
• Prominent channel display
• Adjustable contrast settings for the LCD
• Adjustable keypad backlighting for easy night-time use
• Waterproof and submersible to comply with JIS-7
• GPS latitude and longitude (LL) and time display (when connected to a GPS)
• Choice of High or Low (25 W or 1 W) transmission power
• 5 key handset mic
• Powerful 4 W external audio output
• Access to all currently-available marine VHF channel banks (USA, Canada, International) including weather channels where available (model dependant)
• Special CH16/9 key for quick access to the priority (international distress) channel
• Special 3CH key to select your three favourite channels
• Dedicated Wx (Weather) key
• PSCAN (similar to dual watch) facility
• DSC (Digital Select Calling) capability that meets Global DSC Class D Standards
• Separate CH70 receiver included built in
• DISTRESS call button to automatically transmit the MMSI and position until an acknowledgement is received
• Easy access to a buddy list of up to 20 favourite people
• MMSI storage for three favourite groups
• Group Call and All Ships Call facility
• LL position polling information
• Weather alert facility where available (US models)
• ATIS facility for inland waterways (EU models)
• With DSC Auto-Switch disable and DSC Test function
• With NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 communication ports
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1-2 Customizing your Simrad VHF Radio
You can customize the radio to suit your individual preferences. Some preferences can be set directly through the keys as explained in this section. Other preferences are set up through the built-in menus and these are explained in later sections.
You can check the software version of the radio and the User MMSI each time the radio is turned on, the screen will display the software version and the USER MMSI if one is programmed into the radio.
1-3 How to Display and Navigate Menus
1. Press MENU (or CALL). Note that only four menu items can be displayed at any one time on the screen.
2. Some line items may show an ▲ or ▼ indicator. This means there is more information available to show. Use the + / - keys to scroll up and down the menu until the cursor is positioned at the desired option. Press ENT to display that option.
3. Make entries or changes as explained in the following section.
4. Press ENT to confirm changes. Otherwise, press ESC to keep the original entry.
5. Press ESC to backup one screen (this key is equivalent to an ESC function on a PC).
1-4 How to Enter Alphanumeric Data
If your radio does not have the optional alphanumeric microphone, you can use + / - keys to enter alphanumeric data.
• Press - to count through numbers, or hold down to scroll rapidly to the desired number.
• Press + to step through the alphabet, or hold down to scroll rapidly to the desired character.
• If you make an error, press - until < is displayed, then press ENT to backup and correct the entry.
1-5 LCD Symbols and Meanings
RS12 LCD showing all segments: Typical RS12 startup screen:
RS12 AUS/NZ
VER:V1.999
DSC IS ON
ID:111222333
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This simulation shows the locations of all the following information symbols:
Symbol Meaning
HI LO
WX
WX ALT
BUSY
PRI
D
LOCAL
DSC
Transmission power. High (HI) 25 W or Low (LO) 1 W.
Weather channel.
Weather Alert. Alarm beeps will sound (US models only).
Receiver busy with an incoming signal.
Priority channel is selected.
Duplex operation. Otherwise, blank for Simplex operation.
Local calling is selected. Otherwise, blank for distance calling.
DSC capability is available.
Incoming DSC call.
Low Battery warning (activates at 10.5 V).
Channel selected.
USA INT CAN Selected channel bank for VHF radio operations and regulations.
X
B A
DSC Auto channel switch function is disabled (OFF) (see section 4-8)
Channel suffix, if applicable.
CH1 CH2 CH3 Shows which of the 3 favourite channels, if any, are selected.
Otherwise blank.
ATIS
EU models only - must be enabled when in European inland waterways.
A typical display:
The latitude and longitude of the vessel and the local time are shown.
A transmission on Channel 16 is being made at high power
The International channel bank is loaded.
Channel 16 is set as the Priority channel . It is also set as favourite channel 1 .
DSC functionality is enabled.
There is an incoming DSC call so the receiver is busy .
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1-6 Basic Operation and Key Functions
All possible keys and their functions are listed here. Note that some of the keys may not be available depending on your Simrad VHF radio model.
5 Key handset mic RS12 base station radio
Key: Function:
VOL/PWR Volume and Power
Turn clockwise to power on. Continue to turn until a comfortable volume is reached.
VOL/PWR will also adjust the settings of an external speaker, if connected.
SQL Squelch or Threshold Level
Sets the threshold level for the minimum receiver signal. Turn fully counterclockwise until random noise is heard, then turn slowly clockwise until the random noise disappears. Make another 1/4 turn clockwise for best reception in open sea conditions.
In areas of high noise (eg. close to large cities) reception may improve if sensitivity is reduced. Either turn SQL slowly clockwise or use the LOCAL setting. See section 2.3.
16 /
9
Priority Channel
Also on the handset mic. Press to cancel all other modes and to tune into the priority channel. Press again to return to your original channel. The default Priority Channel is
CH16.
For US models: To make Channel 09 the priority channel, hold down 16/9 until a beep sounds and 09 is displayed.
DISTRESS
PTT
Send a DSC Distress Call
DSC must be active and an MMSI must be programmed. See Section 6.
Press To Talk
(Located on the handset mic). Press PTT to transmit at any time on an allowable channel. This automatically exits you from menu mode and stops scanning. You must release PTT to receive a signal.
If PTT sticks, a built-in timer will automatically shut down a transmission after five minutes and sound a short error beep.
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INFO
3CH
ENT
ACCEPT
OPT
ACK
ESC
QUIT
CALL
RESEND
MENU
WX
Enter (ENT)
Use ENT when navigating menus, to confirm entries and edits.
Received DSC Call mode: Press to change immediately to the requested channel.
Received Individual Call mode: Press to view any incoming individual call reply options.
Send DISTRESS Call mode: Press to view and select any available options.
Receive Individual Call, LL Request, DSC Test Call, or Distress relay (US only) mode:
Press to acknowledge an incoming call when an ACK is requested.
Escape (ESC)
Use ESC when navigating menus, to clear incorrect entries, to exit from a menu without saving changes, and to back up to the previous screen.
DSC Call mode only: Press to return to the previous screen.
DSC Call Menu
Press to enter the DSC Call Menu and make DSC calls. See Section 6.
DISTRESS CALL mode only: Press to resend a distress alert again.
Radio and DSC Setup Menu
Press to enter the DSC Setup Menu and to customize your radio. See Section 4.
Weather Channel.
For US models: In USA and Canadian waters, press to hear the most recently selected weather station. The WX symbol is displayed on the LCD. Press + / - to change to a different weather channel. Press WX again to return to the most recent channel. If the weather alert mode (ALT) is ON and an alert tone of 1050 Hz is broadcast from the weather station, it is picked up automatically and the alarm sounds. Press any key to hear the weather alert voice message.
For all other models: The WX key can be programmed to a weather channel of your choice. Select a channel you wish to use as your weather channel, then press and hold the WX key for a few seconds. The radio will beep to confirm your choice. You now have quick access to your favourite channel by pressing the WX key.
DISTRESS CALL mode only: Press to review distress call information.
Three Favourite Channels
Also on the handset mic. Press to toggle between your favourite channels. The CH1,
CH2, or CH3 symbol appears on the LCD to show which favourite channel is selected.
To scan only one of your favourite channels, press 3CH then immediately press and release SCAN. If you want to scan all three favourite channels, press 3CH then immediately press and hold SCAN.
To add a favourite channel for the first time, select that channel then hold 3CH to store it in the CH1 location. Repeat the procedure to store two more favourite channels in the CH2 and CH3 locations respectively.
If you try and add another favourite channel it will overwrite the existing CH3. CH1 and CH2 remain unless you delete them.
To delete a favourite channel, select that channel then hold down 3CH until the CH1,
CH2 or CH3 symbol disappears off the LCD.
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PAUSE
SCAN
DISTRESS CALL mode only: Pause the automated distress alert resend countdown timer.
Scan
Press to scan between your current channel and the priority channel in DUAL or
TRI WATCH mode. The weather channel is also scanned if the USA channel bank is selected and the weather alert mode (ALT) is ON.
Hold down SCAN to enter ALL SCAN mode where the priority channel is checked every 1.5 seconds.
When a signal is received, scanning stops at that channel and
BUSY
appears on the screen. If the signal ceases for more than 5 seconds, the scan restarts.
Press ENT to temporarily skip over (lock out) an “always busy” channel when in ALL
SCAN mode and resume the scan. If a channel is skipped, the word ‘SKIP ON’ will momentarily replace the channel name shown on the LCD to designate a skipped channel. The channel name will then have ‘ *’ appended to the end of the channel name. Note that it is not possible to skip over the priority channel.
To cancel a skipped channel, select the channel while in normal mode (non-scan mode) then press the ENT key - ‘SKIP OFF’ will be displayed momentarily and the channel will be restored. Alternatively, you can re-power the radio.
Press SCAN to stop at the current channel.
Press ESC to cancel scan mode and return to normal operation.
DISTR. CANCEL DISTRESS CALL mode only: Press to send a distress cancel call.
CH + / - Channel Select
Also located on the handset mic. The current channel is shown on the screen in BIG digits with an appropriate designator suffix A or B in small letters below the channel number (if applicable).
Press + or - to step through the available channels one at a time, or hold down to scroll rapidly through all the available channels.
See Appendix C for a complete listing of channel charts.
Alphanumeric Entry
This key can be used for both menu selection and for alphanumeric entry. Press + or - to scroll the cursor up or down to menu options when navigating menus.
When editing an item containing only numbers, press - to count through the numbers or hold down to scroll rapidly.
SILENCE
DIM
To enter a character, press + to step through the alphabet or hold down to scroll rapidly.
DSC Call mode only: Press + or - key to silence the call alert when a DSC call is received.
Dim
Press to Dim the LCD and keypad lighting. There are 8 levels from OFF to full brightness.
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SR366N(RS12)
Date:22 AUG 2012
REV.:4
H/L Transmission Power
(Located on the handset mic). High (HI) 25 W or Low (LO) 1 W. Press to toggle between high or low transmission power for the entire channel bank. The HI or LO selection is shown on the LCD.
Some channels allow only low power transmissions. Error beeps will sound if the power transmission setting is incorrect.
Some channels allow only low power transmissions initially, but can be changed to high power by holding down H/L and PTT at the same time.
See Appendix C for a complete listing of channel charts.
CH
16
WX
INFO
DIM
SILENCE
ENT
ACCEPT/OPT/ACK
ESC
QUIT
3 CH SCAN
DISTRESS
PAUSE DISTR CANCEL RESEND
Close-up of the RS12 base station radio, showing the keys
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Section 2 - The Radio Menu (MENU)
2-1 Radio Menu Options (Menu)
The following options are available through MENU key:
BUDDY LIST
LOCAL/DIST
BACKLIGHT
CONTRAST
GPS/DATA
Maintain your buddy list.
See Section 2-2.
Set radio sensitivity.
See Section 2-3.
Set backlight level.
See Section 2-4.
Set contrast level.
See Section 2-4.
Set position & UTC manually.
See Section 2-5.
Set local time and time format.
See Section 2-5.
DSC SETUP
MANUAL
SETTING
USER MMSI
GROUP SETUP
ATIS MMSI *
ATIS FUNC *
INDIV REPLY
DSC FUNC
LL REPLY
AUTO SWITCH
TEST REPLY
TIMEOUT
DSC Setup Menu.
See Section 4.
Make DSC calls.
See Section 5.
RADIO SETUP
UIC *
CH NAME
RING VOLUME
KEY BEEP
INT SPEAKER
WATCH MODE *
WX ALERT *
COM PORT
GPS SOURCE
Radio Setup Menu.
See Section 3.
GPS SIM
RESET
* Model dependant
Turn the GPS Simulator on/off.
See Section 2-6.
Reset factory settings.
See Section 2-7.
Sections 1-3 and 1-4 explain how to navigate around the menu and enter, save and change data.
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2-2 Maintain Your Buddy List (BUDDY LIST)
MENU SELECT
►BUDDY LIST
LOCAL/DIST
BACKLIGHT ▼
Use the Buddy List to store the names and associated MMSI’s of 20 favourite people. Names are stored in the order of entry, with the most recent entry shown first.
The following sections show how to add, edit, and delete entries on your BUDDY LIST. Section 5 explains how to call a buddy.
2-2-1 Add an Entry
BUDDY LIST
►MANUAL NEW
ALEX
TOM
ENTER NAME
––––––––––––
ENTER MMSI
–––––––––
ENTER NAME
BOB
ENTER MMSI
123456789
BOB
123456789
►STORE
CANCEL
1. Select BUDDY LIST. The cursor is at MANUAL NEW. Press ENT.
2. Enter the buddy name, one character at a time (this may be alphanumeric) then press
ENT repeatedly until the cursor moves to the MMSI entry line.
3. Enter the MMSI associated with that buddy name (this must be numeric) then press
ENT. If the MMSI is for a Coast Station, enter the 7 digits then press ENT twice.
4. The new buddy name and MMSI are displayed. Press ENT to store the new entry, which is displayed at the top of your buddy list.
Note: When the BUDDY LIST is full (20 entries), you can make a new entry and the buddy at the end of the list is automatically erased.
2-2-2 Edit an Entry
BUDDY LIST
►MANUAL NEW
ALEX
TOM
ALEX
►EDIT
DELETE
EDIT NAME
ALEX
EDIT MMSI
112233445
ALEX
111223344
►STORE
CANCEL
1. Select BUDDY LIST. Press ENT to display the list of entries.
2. Scroll down (if required) to the entry and press ENT.
3. Select EDIT. The cursor is at the first character of the name.
4. Edit the buddy name or, to edit only the MMSI, press ENT repeatedly until the cursor moves to the MMSI line.
5. When you are finished, press ENT (repeatedly if necessary) to display the next screen.
6. Press ENT to store the changes. The buddy list is displayed again. If more changes are required, repeat Steps 2 through 6. Otherwise, press ESC to cancel.
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2-2-3 Delete an Entry
BUDDY LIST
►MANUAL NEW
ALEX
TOM
BUDDY LIST
MANUAL NEW
ALEX
►TOM
TOM
EDIT
►DELETE
DELETE BUDDY
TOM
►YES
NO
1. Select BUDDY LIST. Press ENT to display the list of entries.
2. Scroll down (if required) to the entry you want to delete and press ENT.
3. Select DELETE then select YES.
4. The entry is deleted immediately and the buddy list is displayed again.
2-3 Local or Distance Sensitivity (LOCAL/DIST)
MENU SELECT
BUDDY LIST
►LOCAL/DIST
BACKLIGHT ▼
Use LOCAL/DIST to improve the sensitivity of the receiver either locally (LOCAL) or over distances (DIST).
LOCAL is not recommended for use in open sea conditions. It is designed for use in areas of high radio noise; for example, close to cities.
See also SQL (Squelch Control) in Section 1-6.
2-3-1 Set DISTANT Sensitivity
SENSITIVITY
►DISTANT
LOCAL
1. Select LOCAL/DIST then select DIST.
2. Press ENT to activate the DIST setting. This disables local sensitivity and the menu is displayed again.
2-3-2 Set LOCAL Sensitivity
1. Select LOCAL/DIST then scroll to LOCAL.
SENSITIVITY
DISTANT
►LOCAL
2. Press ENT to activate the LOCAL setting.
This disables distance sensitivity and the menu is displayed again.
LOCAL
is displayed on the LCD as a reminder that local sensitivity is selected.
2-4 Backlighting (BACKLIGHT) and Contrast (CONTRAST)
MENU SELECT
LOCAL/DIST ▲
►BACKLIGHT
CONTRAST ▼
Use BACKLIGHT to set the backlight levels for the LCD, keypad and microphone keypad to a comfortable level.
Use CONTRAST to set the contrast level for the LCD.
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2-4-1 Set the Backlighting Level
BACKLIGHT
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
LO HI
PRESS ENT
1. Select BACKLIGHT.
2. Select a comfortable backlight level using + or - to change the setting.
3. Press ENT to enable the setting and return to the menu.
Note: The DISTRESS key backlighting cannot be switched off.
2.4.2 Set the Contrast Level
CONTRAST
▀ ▀ ▀ ▀
LO HI
PRESS ENT
1. Select CONTRAST.
2. Select a comfortable contrast level using + or - to change the setting.
3. Press ENT to enable the setting and return to the menu.
2-5 GPS Data and Time (GPS/DATA)
MENU SELECT
BACKLIGHT ▲
CONTRAST
►GPS/DATA ▼
If the boat has an operational GPS navigation receiver, the VHF radio automatically detects and updates the vessel position and the local time.
However, if the GPS navigation receiver is disconnected or absent, you can specify the vessel position and the local time manually, using the GPS/DATA option.
This information is important because it will be used if a DSC distress call is transmitted.
You can also select GPS Alert and GPS Simulator options.
2-5-1 Manually Enter Position and UTC Time (MANUAL)
Note that this function is available only if an operational GPS receiver is not connected.
GPS/DATA
►MANUAL
SETTING
MANUAL LL
––’––.–––'N
–––’––.–––'E
MAN ––:––UTC
PORT OPS
10 :12AM UTC
M27 ’52.023'N
082 ’31.135'W
1. Select GPS/DATA, then MANUAL.
2. Enter the latitude, then the longitude, then the UTC.
3. Press ENT when all the information is correct.
The vessel’s latitude and longitude are shown on the screen, with the UTC time. The prefix M indicates a manual entry. The manual entries are cancelled if a real GPS position is received.
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2-5-2 Local Time (TIME OFFSET)
The local time can be set by entering the time offset between UTC and local time as follows.
GPS/DATA
MANUAL
►SETTING
SETTING
►TIME OFFSET
TIME FORMAT
TIME DISPL ▼
TIME OFFSET
►+01:30
02:30PM LOC
1. Select GPS/DATA, then SETTING.
2. Select TIME OFFSET to enter the difference between UTC and local time. 15 minute increments can be used with a maximum offset of ±13 hours.
L M Y
In this example, a difference of +1.5 hours has been entered and the local time is displayed with the suffix LOC.
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2-5-3 Time Format Options (TIME FORMAT)
Time can be shown in 12 or 24 hour format.
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GPS/DATA
MANUAL
►SETTING
SETTING
TIME OFFSET
►TIME FORMAT
TIME DISPL ▼
TIME FORMAT
►12 Hr
24 Hr
07:15AM LOC
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1. Select GPS/DATA, then SETTING.
2. Select TIME FORMAT.
3. Select 12 Hr or 24 Hr as desired. In this example, 12 hour format has been selected and the LCD shows the AM or PM suffix.
2-5-4 Time Display Options (TIME DISPLAY)
If you have entered the time manually, as described in the previous sections, the time is always shown on the screen with the prefix M.
However, if the vessel position is being updated through a GPS navigation receiver, you can switch the time display on the screen ON or OFF as follows:
1. Select GPS/DATA, then SETTING.
SETTING
TIME OFFSET
TIME FORMAT
►TIME DISPL▼
TIME DISPLY
ON
►OFF
2. Select TIME DISPLAY.
3. Select ON (on) or OFF (off ) as desired. In this example, OFF has been selected and the screen no longer shows the time.
If the time display is set ON, course and speed data are not displayed on the LCD (see section 2-5-6).
2-5-5 Position Display Options (LL display)
If you have entered the vessel position manually, as described in the previous section, the vessel position is always shown on the screen with the suffix M.
However, if the time is being updated through a GPS navigation receiver, you can switch the vessel position display on the screen on or off as follows:
SETTING
TIME FORMA ▲
TIME DISPLY
►LL DISPLY ▼
LL DISPLAY
ON
►OFF
1. Select GPS/DATA, then SETTING.
2. Select LL DISPLAY.
3. Select ON (on) or OFF (off ) as desired. In this example, OFF has been selected and the screen no longer shows the vessel position.
2-5-6 Course & Speed Display Options (COG/SOG)
Use this option to display course over ground (COG) and speed over ground (SOG) data on the screen.
1. Select GPS/DATA, then SETTING.
SETTING
TIME DISPL ▲
LL DISPLY
►COG/SOG ▼
COG/SOG
►ON
OFF
2. Select COG/SOG.
3. Select ON (on) or OFF (off ) as desired. In this example, ON has been selected and the screen shows the bearing and speed.
If COG/SOG is set ON (on), the time is not displayed on the screen (see section 2-5-4).
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2-5-7 GPS Alert Options (ALERT)
The GPS alert is usually set to ON (on) so that if the GPS navigation receiver is disconnected, the alarm sounds.
SETTING
LL DISPLY ▲
COG/SOG
►GPS ALERT
GPS ALERT
►ON
OFF
1. Select GPS/DATA, then SETTING.
2. Select GPS ALERT.
3. Select ON (on) or OFF (off ) as desired.
2-6 GPS Simulator (SIMULATOR)
The GPS Simulator is set to OFF whenever the radio is switched ON, or whenever real GPS data is available through the COM port. However, if you want to test it, turn it on.
1. Select GPS SIM, then select ON (on) or OFF (off ) as desired.
MENU SELECT
DSC SETUP ▲
RADIO SETUP
►GPS SIM ▼
Whenever the GPS Simulator is turned ON (on), simulated
Speed Over Ground (SOG), Course Over Ground (COG), and LL position appear on the screen. This data is updated automatically during the simulation.
Important: It is not possible to send a DSC transmission when in Simulator mode.
2-7 Reset to Factory Defaults (RESET)
Use this setting to return every setting to the factory defaults, except all MMSI settings, entries in your buddy list and any edited channel names.
MENU SELECT
RADIO SETU ▲
GPS SIM
►RESET
RESET RADIO
ARE YOU SURE
►YES
NO
1. Select RESET. The radio asks for confirmation.
2. Select YES to reset the radio and return to the menu.
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Section 3 - Radio Setup Menu (RADIO SETUP)
3-1 Radio Setup Menu (RADIO SETUP)
The following options are available through the MENU key:
UIC *
Channel band.
See Section 3-2.
CH NAME
RING VOLUME
KEY BEEP
INT SPEAKER
Edit or delete channel names.
See Section 3-3.
Set the volume level of the incoming call notification beeps.
See section 3-4.
Set the volume level of the beeps.
See section 3-4.
Switch ON/OFF (on/off ) the radio’s internal speakers.
See section 3-5.
WATCH MODE *
WX ALERT *
COM PORT
GPS SOURCE
Selects Priority Channel operation with Dual or Tri watch scanning.
See section 3-6.
Selects if the WX Alert scanning mode is ON (on) or OFF (off ).
See section 3-7.
Select NMEA protocol for communications between the VHF radio and any other instruments.
See section 3-8.
Select NMEA 0183 or NMEA 2000 source to receive GPS data
See section 3-9.
* Model dependant
Sections 1-3 and 1-4 explain how to navigate around the menu and enter, save and change data.
3-2 Channel (UIC)
Note: UIC may not be available on all models.
Toggle between USA, International or Canadian channel banks. The selected channel bank is displayed on the LCD along with the last used channel. All the channel charts are shown in
Appendix C.
RADIO SETUP
►UIC
CH NAME
RING VOLUM ▼
UIC
►USA
INT ’L
CANADA
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3-3 Channel Names (CH NAME)
The channel charts are listed in Appendix C with their default name tags. CH NAME gives you the option to edit or delete the channel name tags displayed on the screen.
RADIO SETUP
►CH NAME
RING VOLUME
KEY BEEP ▼
01
CH NAME
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
►EDIT
DELETE
EDIT CH NAME
TELEPHONE
EDIT CH NAME
PHONE1
►YES
NO
1. Select RADIO SETUP, then CH NAME.
2. Use + or - to step through the channels with their name tags until you see the channel name tag you want to change, then press ENT. In this example, the channel name
TELEPHONE associated with channel 01 is being changed to PHONE1.
3. Select EDIT and press ENT to edit the existing name tag. Input the new name over the existing name. It can be a maximum of 12 characters.
To delete the channel name, select DELETE and press ENT.
4. Press ENT (repeatedly if necessary) to display the YES/NO confirmation.
5. Press ENT to confirm the new channel name tag or the deletion, then press ESC to return to the menu.
3-4 RING & BEEP Volume (RING VOLUME) and (KEY BEEP)
Set the volume level of the incoming signal beeps (RING VOLUME) and/or the error and warning beeps (KEY BEEP) to HIGH (high) or LOW (low) as follows:
RADIO SETUP
CH NAME
►RING VOLUME
KEY BEEP ▼
RING VOLUME
►HIGH
LOW
KEY BEEP
►HIGH
LOW
OFF
1. Select RADIO SETUP, then RING VOLUME or BEEP VOLUME as appropriate.
2. Select a HIGH or LOW volume. (It is possible to turn the beeps off completely by selecting KEY BEEP then OFF.)
3. Press ENT to enable the new volume setting and return to the menu.
3-5 Internal Speaker Connections (INT SPEAKER)
Switch the radio’s internal speaker ON (on) or OFF (off ). The external speaker is always ON (on) if a speaker is plugged into the external speaker jack.
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RADIO SETUP
RING VOLUM ▲
KEY BEEP
►INT SPEAKE▼
INT SPEAKER
►ON
OFF
1. Select RADIO SETUP, then INT
SPEAKER.
2. Select ON (on) or OFF (off ) then press ENT to enable the setting and return to the menu.
3-6 Set the Priority Channel (WATCH MODE)
For EU models, watch mode is similar to a dual watch, scanning between the priority channel
CH16 and the working channel. If you have US model and are operating on USA or Canadian channel banks, you can set the priority channel to cover both CH16 and CH09 as well as the working channel, as follows:
RADIO SETUP
KEY BEEP ▲
INT SPEAKER
►WATCH MODE▼
WATCH MODE
►ONLY 16CH
16CH+9CH
1. Select RADIO SETUP, then WATCH
MODE.
2. Select ONLY 16CH for dual watch mode, or 16CH+9CH for tri watch mode.
3-7 Weather Alert (Wx ALERT)
US models ONLY
The NOAA provides several weather forecast channels on USA and Canadian channel banks.
If severe weather such as storms or hurricanes are forecast, the NOAA broadcasts a weather alert on 1050 Hz. You can set up the radio to pick up weather alerts, as follows:
1. Select RADIO SETUP, then WX ALERT.
RADIO SETUP
INT SPEAKE ▲
WATCH MODE
►WX ALERT ▼
WX ALERT
ON
►OFF
2. Select ON (on) or OFF (off ) then press ENT to enable the setting and return to the menu.
When a weather alert is broadcast, the alarm will sound. Press any key to hear the weather alert voice message.
3-8 NMEA protocol (COM PORT)
This radio uses NMEA0183 protocol to receive GPS data from a compatible GPS unit. The COM
Port must be configured correctly before use. The radio can be added to a group of instruments using NMEA protocol.
1. Select RADIO SETUP, then COM PORT.
RADIO SETUP
WATCH MODE ▲
WX ALERT
►COM PORT
NMEA
CHECKSUM
►ON
OFF
2. Select CHECKSUM ON (on) or OFF
(off ) then press ENT to enable the setting and return to the menu.
CHECKSUM ON is the default setting.
The COM Port uses 4800 baud rate and can receive the following GPS data sentence: RMC,
GGA, GLL, GNS. Additionally, this radio will output the following NMEA DSC data: DSC (for
DSC call), DSE ( for enhanced position).
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3-9 Select the GPS Source (GPS SOURCE)
This radio can use either NMEA 0183 or NMEA 2000 protocol to receive GPS data from a compatible GPS unit.
Note: NMEA 2000 SOURCE options will appear - up to 4 sources showing the actual source name - only if connected to an NMEA 2000 network.
RADIO SETUP
INT SPEAKE ▲
COM PORT
►GPS SOURCE
GPS SOURCE
NMEA 0183
►NSS
NSE
1. Select RADIO SETUP, then GPS
SOURCE.
2. Select the desired NMEA source then press ENT.
If there is only one NMEA protocol available on your vessel, only that will be shown.
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Section 4 - DSC Setup Menu (DSC SETUP)
WARNING
A valid USER MMSI must be entered into this radio before these DSC functions can be used. See below for instructions on how to enter your USER MMSI (USER MMSI).
4-1 DSC Setup - Menu Options
The following options are available through the MENU key:
USER MMSI
Enter or view your user MMSI. See section 4-2.
(If you do not have a user MMSI, see Appendix D.)
GROUP SETUP
Enter or change the name and/or details of a group.
See section 4-3.
ATIS MMSI *
ATIS FUNC *
INDIV REPLY
Enter, change or view your ATIS MMSI.
See section 4-5.
Enable/disable the ATIS function.
See section 4-5-3.
Choose an automatic or manual response to calls.
See section 4-4.
DSC FUNC
LL REPLY
AUTO SWITCH
TEST REPLY
TIMEOUT
* Model dependant
Turn the DSC operation ON/OFF (on/off ).
See section 4-6.
Select the type of response to an LL polling request.
See section 4-7.
Enable/disable automatic channel switching with DSC message
See section 4-8.
Choose an automatic or manual response to DSC test call.
See section 4-9.
Set the inactivity timer for Automated and Non-Automated items.
See section 4-10.
4-2 Enter or View Your USER MMSI (USER MMSI)
You must enter your user MMSI before you can access the DSC functions. This is a once-only
operation.
4-2-1 Enter your MMSI
You can display and read your user MMSI at any time, but you get only one opportunity to enter your user MMSI. Contact Simrad if you need to change your MMSI after initial input.
DSC SETUP
►USER MMSI
GROUP SETUP
INDIV REPL ▼
INPUT USER
MMSI
–––––––––
USER MMSI
187654321
►STORE
CANCEL
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USER MMSI
INPUT AGAIN
–––––––––
25
1. Select DSC SETUP, then USER MMSI.
2. If this is the first time that you are entering your user MMSI, a dashed line appears.
Enter your user MMSI along the dashed line using the +/- keys as described in Section
1-4. Press ENT to confirm each correct entry and to move to the next digit. If you make an error, press - until < appears, then press ENT to backup and correct the entry.
3. Press ENT to store your user MMSI.
4. You may need to enter your user MMSI again as a password check, then press ENT to permanently store the user MMSI and return to the menu.
4-2-2 View your MMSI
You can view your stored user MMSI at anytime by selecting MMSI/GPS in the CALL menu.
WARNING
NO MMSI
DSC DISABLED
ENT >>SILENCE
Alternatively, the user MMSI is displayed each time the radio is turned on.
If a user MMSI is not programmed into the radio, the radio will display a warning and sound an audible alarm at startup, warning you that all DSC functions are disabled (model dependant).
4-3 Maintain Your Groups (GROUP SETUP)
Use GROUP SETUP to create, edit, or delete 1, 2, or 3 groups of frequently called people stored in alphanumeric order. A group MMSI always starts with 0.
4-3-1 Create a Group (GROUP SETUP)
DSC SETUP
USER MMSI
►GROUP SETUP
INDIV REPL ▼
GROUP SETUP
►MANUAL NEW
000000000
GROUP NAME
––––––––––––
GROUP MMSI
0 ––––––––
FISHER1
012345678
►STORE
CANCEL
1. Select DSC SETUP, then GROUP SETUP.
2. If this is the first time that you are entering a group name, a line of nine zeros appears.
Otherwise, any existing group names are displayed. Press ENT to display the input screen.
3. Enter the group name along the dashed line. It can be alphanumeric. Press ENT to confirm each correct entry and to move to the next digit. When you have finished, press
ENT repeatedly until the cursor moves to the MMSI line.
If you make an error, press - until < appears, then press ENT to back up and correct the entry.
4. Enter the group MMSI. Note that the first number is always 0. Press ENT.
5. The group name and group MMSI are shown in a confirmation screen. Press ENT to store the details and return to the GROUP SETUP screen.
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4-3-2 Edit Group Name Details
GROUP SETUP
MANUAL NEW
►FISHER1
FRIENDS1
FISHER1
►EDIT
DELETE
EDIT NAME
FISHER1
EDIT MMSI
012345678
FISHER2
012345678
►STORE
CANCEL
1. Select DSC SETUP, then GROUP SETUP. The existing group names are displayed. Press + or - to scroll to the incorrect entry then press ENT.
2. Press ENT to edit. The group name details are displayed, with the cursor at the first character of the name.
3. Edit the buddy name or, to edit only the MMSI, press ENT repeatedly until the cursor moves to the MMSI line.
4. When you are finished, press ENT (repeatedly if necessary) to display the next screen.
5. Press ENT to store the changes and return to the GROUP SETUP screen.
4-3-3 Delete a Group
GROUP SETUP
MANUAL NEW
►FISHER2
FRIENDS1
FISHER2
EDIT
►DELETE
DELETE GROUP
FISHER2
►YES
NO
1. Select DSC SETUP, then GROUP SETUP. The existing group names are displayed.
2. Press + or - to scroll to the incorrect entry then press ENT.
3. Select DELETE and press ENT. The radio asks for confirmation.
4. Press ENT to delete the group and return to the GROUP SETUP screen.
4-4 Response to Individual Calls (INDIV REPLY)
You can respond to incoming individual calls with an automatic response or with a manual response. Note - this does not apply for Routine Calls.
• An AUTOmatic response sends an acknowledgement and then sets the request link channel, ready for a conversation after 10 seconds of receiving the call. USA default.
• A manual response asks if you want to acknowledge the call, and then asks if you want to converse with the caller. This is the default setting for EU models.
1. Select DSC SETUP, then INDIV REPLY.
DSC SETUP
USER MMSI
GROUP SETUP
►INDIV REPL▼
INDIV REPLY
►MANUAL
AUTO
2. Select AUTO for an automatic response, or MANUAL for a manual response.
3. Press ENT to confirm your choice and return to the menu.
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4-5 ATIS MMSI & ATIS Functionality
EU models ONLY
ATIS is only available in certain EU models. You must enter your ATIS MMSI to access ATIS functionality. ATIS must be used if you are navigating inland waterways within Europe. An
ATIS MMSI is different to your DSC MMSI.
ATIS sends a digital message each time that you release the PTT key. Inland waterways rules require 1 W Tx power on Channels 06, 08, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 71, 72, 74 and 77.
4-5-1 Enter or Edit YOUR ATIS MMSI
DSC SETUP
GROUP SETU ▲
INDIV REPLY
►ATIS MMSI ▼
INPUT ATIS
MMSI
9 ----------
INPUT ATIS
MMSI
►STORE
CANCEL
INPUT AGAIN
ATIS MMSI
9 ----------
ATIS MMSI
923456789
►STORE
CANCEL
Note: An ATIS MMSI always starts with the number 9.
1. To enter or edit your ATIS MMSI:
2. Select DSC SETUP, then ATIS MMSI.
3. If this is the first time that you are entering your ATIS MMSI, a dashed line appears. Enter your ATIS MMSI along the dashed line using the +/- keys as described in Section 1-4.
The first number is always 9. Press ENT to confirm each correct entry and to move to the next digit.
If you make an error, press - until < appears, then press ENT to backup and correct the entry. If you are editing an existing ATIS MMSI, this will be displayed. Make the required changes.
4. Press ENT to store your user ATIS MMSI.
5. You may need to enter your ATIS MMSI again as a password check, then press ENT to permanently store the ATIS MMSI and return to the menu.
4-5-2 View your ATIS MMSI
You can view your stored ATIS MMSI at anytime by selecting ATIS MMSI in the main menu, DSC SETUP.
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4-5-3 Enable ATIS Functionality (ATIS FUNC)
ATIS functionality can only be activated if an ATIS MMSI has been entered. See 4-5-1.
DSC SETUP
INDIV REPL ▲
ATIS MMSI
►ATIS FUNC ▼
ATIS FUNC
►ON
OFF
DSC IS ON
1. Select DSC SETUP, then ATIS FUNC.
ATIS
Note: It is not possible to have both ATIS ON (on) and DSC ON (on) simultaneously. If you want to activate ATIS, you must first switch DSC off. A note on the LCD will remind you if DSC is already ON.
2. Select ON to enable the ATIS functionality - DSC must be turned off first. The ATIS annunciator appears on the screen.
4-6 DSC functionality options (DSC FUNC)
DSC functionality can be disabled but this is not recommended unless you are going to turn
ATIS on.
DSC SETUP
GROUP SETU ▲
INDIV REPLY
►DSC FUNC ▼
DSC FUNC
►ON
OFF
ATIS IS ON
1. Select DSC SETUP, then DSC FUNC.
Note: It is not possible to have both ATIS ON (on) and DSC ON (on) simultaneously. If you want to activate DSC, you must first switch ATIS off. A note on the LCD will remind you if ATIS is already ON.
2. Select ON to enable the DSC functionality - ATIS (if applicable) must be turned off first. The
DSC annunciator appears on the screen.
There are two annunciators on the screen to show you the current mode: if the DSC annunciator is shown, DSC is operational, if the ATIS annunciator is shown, ATIS is operational.
4-7 Response Type to LL Polling Calls (LL REPLY)
You can set the radio to respond to an LL polling request in one of three ways:
AUTO automatically replies to any incoming LL polling requests from any of your buddies.
MANUAL
OFF choose to manually reply to any incoming buddy polling requests.
ignores all incoming buddy LL polling requests.
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DSC SETUP
INDIV REPL ▲
DSC FUNC
►LL REPLY ▼
LL REPLY
MANUAL
►AUTO
OFF
1. Select DSC SETUP, then LL REPLY.
2. Select your response and press ENT to confirm and return to the menu.
4-8 Automatic Channel switching (AUTO SWITCH)
When a DSC call is received, it may include a request to change to a specific channel for subsequent communications. If a channel switch request is included, your options are:
• allow the radio to switch to the requested channel immediately by pressing the ENT button, or
• do nothing to allow the radio to automatically switch to the requested channel after a delay of 10 seconds, or
• cancel the automatic switch and remain on the current channel by pressing the ESC button.
However, automatic switching to a subsequent communications channel on receipt of a DSC call might in some cases disrupt important ongoing communications if the working channel changes without the operator knowing.
You can prevent the radio from automatically switching from the current working channel by setting the AUTO SWITCH feature to OFF.
If the AUTO SWITCH feature is set to OFF, an
X
will be displayed on the LCD to remind you that this feature is set to off. Additionally, the text “AUTO SW OFF” will be included in an All
Ships or Group call replacing the text “AUTO CHxx”
DSC SETUP
DSC FUNC ▲
LL REPLY
►AUTO SWITC▼
AUTO SWITCH
►ON
OFF
1. Select DSC SETUP, then AUTO SWITCH.
2. Select ON (on) to enable automatic channel switching.
3. Select OFF (off) to disable automatic channel switching.
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4-9 DSC Test Reply (TEST REPLY)
You can respond to incoming DSC TEST calls with an automatic response or with a manual response.
MANUAL manual responce is required, press ENT to confirm or press ESC to cancel.
AUTO automatically replies after a 10 second delay with an ACK to any incoming
DSC TEST call.
DSC SETUP
LL REPLY ▲
AUTO SWITCH
►TEST REPLY▼
TEST REPLY
►MANUAL
AUTO
4-10 Set the inactivity timer (TIMEOUT)
You can set the inactivity timer with the following options:
AUTOMATED you can set the inactivity timer to automatically timeout after a period of inactivity for the following two categories: NON-DISTRESS or DISTRESS
Timeout options are:
DISTRESS: NO TIMEOUT; 5 MINS; 10 MINS (default is NO TIMEOUT)
NON-DISTR: NO TIMEOUT; 10 MINS; 15 MINS (default is 15 MINS)
NON AUTO you can set the inactivity timer to exit any non-automated procedure activity. Timeout options are:
NO TIMEOUT; 10 MINS; 15 MINS (default is 10 MINS)
Note: If NO TIMEOUT is selected, then you must press the ESC key to exit the procedure.
Example: to set a 10 minute TIMEOUT for non-automated functions:
1. Select TIMEOUT, then select NON AUTO
2. Select desired timeout period: NO TIMEOUT, 10 MINS or 15 MINS
DSC SETUP
AUTO SWITC ▲
TEST REPLY
►TIMEOUT
TIMEOUT
AUTOMATED
►NON AUTO
NON AUTO
NO TIMEOUT
►10 MINS
15 MINS
In this example, 10 MINS has been selected, meaning the radio will exit any non-automated procedure after a period of 10 minutes of non-activity.
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Section 5 - Sending and Receiving DSC Calls
WARNING
A valid USER MMSI must be entered into this radio before these DSC functions can be used. See 4-2 Enter Your USER MMSI (USER MMSI).
5-1 What is DSC?
DSC (Digital Selective Calling) is a semi-automated method of establishing VHF, MF, and HF radio calls. It has been designated as an international standard by the IMO (International Maritime Organization) and is part of the GMDSS (Global Maritime Distress and Safety System).
Currently, you are required to monitor the VHF Distress Channel 16, but DSC will eventually replace listening watches on distress frequencies and will be used to broadcast routine and urgent maritime safety information.
DSC enables you to send and receive calls from any vessel or coast station that is equipped with DSC functionality, and within geographic range. Calls can be categorised as distress, urgency, safety, or routine, and DSC selects a working channel automatically.
5-2 Sending DSC calls
Press CALL to show the types of DSC call that can be made.
The following options are available through CALL key:
INDIVIDUAL
LAST CALL
GROUP
ALL SHIPS
Make an individual call or acknowledgement to a new caller or a buddy. See Section 5-2-1, 5-2-2, and 5-2-3.
Show the details of the most recent incoming call.
See Section 5-2-4.
Make a call to one of your three groups.
See Section 5-2-5.
Make an All Ships call.
See Section 5-2-6.
CALL LOG
DISTR LOG
SENT CALL
LL REQUEST
Show the details of the 20 most recent incoming calls.
See Section 5-2-7.
Show the details of the 10 most recent distress calls.
See Section 5-2-8.
Show the details of the 20 most recent sent calls.
See Section 5-2-9.
Request the LL position of a buddy.
See Section 5-2-10.
DSC TEST
MMSI/GPS
Make a DSC TEST call.
See Section 5-2-11.
Show the programmed MMSI and GPS information
See Section 4.2.2.
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DSC CALL
INDIVIDUAL
►LAST CALL
GROUP ▼
Note that only three DSC call types can be shown at any one time on the screen.
Press + or - to scroll up and down the DSC call types until the cursor is positioned at the desired option. Then press ENT. The DSC call types are:
5-2-1 Make a Routine Call (INDIVIDUAL)
You can call any other person that has another DSC equipped radio.
DSC CALL
►INDIVIDUAL
LAST CALL
GROUP ▼
INDIVIDUAL
►ROUTINE
SAFETY
URGENCY
MANUAL MMSI
0 ––––––––
123456789
INDIVIDUAL
ROUTINE
►INTER-SHIP
123456789
INDIVIDUAL
ROUTINE
►SEND?
123456789
INDIVIDUAL
ROUTINE
CALLING...
123456789
INDIVIDUAL
ROUTINE
WAIT... 00:00
INDIVIDUAL
ROUTINE
ACK FROM
▼ 00:00
1. Press CALL to enter DSC mode, then select INDIVIDUAL. This allows you to call another person.
2. Press ENT, the arrow is pointing to <ROUTINE>. However, you can select one of the following call priorities: ROUTINE, SAFETY, URGENCY.
To make a Routine call, press ENT to select MANUAL NEW to call a person that is not in your buddy list, otherwise select the name of your buddy. Press ENT.
If you selected MANUAL NEW, you need to enter the user MMSI and then press ENT.
Note: If the MMSI is for a Coast Station, enter the 7 digits then press ENT twice.
3. Select the Inter-ship working channel and press ENT. The radio automatically lists all
Inter-ship (Simplex) channels that can be used. (Note: If you wish to use a Duplex channel (Duplex channels cannot usually be called), press + or - until Manual appears, then select your channel of choice. If the call is to a Coast Station (MMSI begins with 00), the radio will recognize this and specify the correct channel to talk on.
4. The radio summarizes the call details and asks for confirmation to send the call (SEND?).
Press ENT to send the call. The radio goes to CH70 and the
TX
annunciator is displayed on the screen while the DSC call is being sent.
5. The radio then waits for an acknowledgement and displays the elapsed time since the call was sent.
6. If the call is acknowledged (ACK), press PTT to talk. If there is no reply, retry making the call. See Section 5-2-2.
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5-2-2 Retrying a Routine Call
123456789
SEND AGAIN?
►YES
NO
1. If there is no reply to your call after 30 seconds (UNABLE TO
ACKNOWLEDGE) the radio asks if you want to retry the call
(SEND AGAIN?).
2. Select YES and press ENT to retry the call.
The radio will repeat this cycle twice. If the call still cannot be placed, the radio returns to normal operation.
5-2-3 Acknowledgement of an Individual Incoming Call (INDIV)
When an incoming call is received, the alarm sounds for 2 minutes and INDIVIDUAL is displayed.
INDIVIDUAL
ROUTINE FROM
123456789
▼ 00:01
ROUTINE FROM
123456789
CH12 REQUEST
▲▼ 00:02
123456789
CH12 REQUEST
12:45 UTC
▲▼ 00:03
CH12 REQUEST
12:45 UTC
ENT ->OPTION
▲▼ 00:04
12:45 UTC
ENT ->OPTION
KEY ->SILENCE
▲▼ 00:05
ENT ->OPTION
KEY ->SILENCE
ESC ->EXIT
▲ 00:06
OPTION
►ACK
CHANGE CHAN
3. Press SILENCE (+ or - CH SELECT) to silence the alarm.
4. Press + or - to scroll any further information about the call
5. Press OPT (ENT) for options on how you want to respond to the call.
Options are:
ACK to acknowledge the call
CHANGE CHAN to acknowledge and request a channel change
UNABLE ACK* respond to the call with unable to use the requested channel
(* Note: this option is not available with ROUTINE calls)
6. Or press QUIT (ESC) to return to standby.
5-2-4 Recall the Most Recent Incoming Call (LAST CALL)
This facility is useful and used frequently.
DSC CALL
INDIVIDUAL
►LAST CALL
GROUP ▼
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BOBBY D
INDIVIDUAL
ROUTINE
10:22 UTC
BOBBY D
INDIVIDUAL
ROUTINE
►INTER-SHIP
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BOBBY D
INDIVIDUAL
ROUTINE
►SEND?
1. Press CALL to enter DSC mode. then select LAST CALL. Press ENT to display the contact details of the most recent incoming call.
2. Press ENT to recall the caller. Select the working channel and press ENT. See details about the working channel in section 5-2-1, paragraph 3 above.
3. The radio summarizes the call details and asks for confirmation to send the call (SEND?).
Press ENT to send the call, and continue as explained in Section 5-2-1.
5-2-5 Call a Group (GROUP)
DSC CALL
INDIVIDUAL
LAST CALL
►GROUP ▼
GROUP
►RD GROUP
GROUP #2
GROUP#3
RD GROUP
055554444
ROUTINE
►INTER-SHIP
RD GROUP
055554444
ROUTINE
►SEND?
1. Press CALL to enter DSC mode, then select GROUP. The radio displays the names of your groups you setup in section 4-3.
2. Select the group that you want to call (the Group MMSI must already be setup).
3. Select the working channel and press ENT. See details about the working channel in section 5-2-1, paragraph 3 above.
4. The radio summarizes the call details and asks for confirmation to send the call (SEND?).
Press ENT to send the call, and continue as explained in Section 5-2-1.
5-2-6 Call All Ships (ALL SHIPS)
DSC CALL
LAST CALL ▲
GROUP
►ALL SHIPS ▼
ALL SHIPS
SAFETY
►URGENCY
ALL SHIPS
URGENCY
►INTER-SHIP
ALL SHIPS
URGENCY
►SEND?
1. Press CALL to enter DSC mode, then select ALL SHIPS.
2. Select one of the following call priorities:
SAFETY
URGENCY to send safety information to all other vessels in range for use when a serious situation or problem arises that could lead to a distress situation
3. Set the working channel. See details about the working channel in section 5-2-1, paragraph 3 above.
4. The radio then asks for confirmation of the ALL SHIPS call. Press ENT to send the call.
Continue as explained in Section 5-2-1.
5-2-7 Call using the Call Log (CALL LOG)
The Call Log contains the contact details for the 20 most recent incoming calls, so that you call any of them again quickly.
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DSC CALL
GROUP ▲
ALL SHIPS
►CALL LOG ▼
01 BOBBY D
INDIVIDUAL
ROUTINE
10:45 UTC
BOBBY D
►CALL BACK
DELETE
BOBBY D
INDIVIDUAL
ROUTINE
►INTER-SHIP
BOBBY D
INDIVIDUAL
ROUTINE
►SEND?
1. Press CALL to enter DSC mode, then select CALL LOG.
The radio displays the contact details for the most recent incoming call as the first entry (01).
2. Press ENT to advance to next screen.
3. Again press ENT to confirm the call back, then set the working channel. See details about the working channel in section 5-2-1, paragraph 3 above.
4. Press ENT to send the call. Continue as explained in Section 5-2-1.
5-2-8 Call using the Distress Log (DISTR LOG)
The Distress Log contains the Distress Log data for the last 20 relayed Distress Calls so that you can call any of them quickly. Always try to make voice contact on CH16 first, as follows:
DSC CALL
ALL SHIPS ▲
CALL LOG
►DISTR LOG ▼
01 BOBBY D
DISTRESS
UNDESIG
ENT ->OPTION
BOBBY D
►CALL BACK
DELETE
INFO
BOBBY D
INDIVIDUAL
ROUTINE
►INTER-SHIP
BOBBY D
INDIVIDUAL
ROUTINE
►SEND?
1. Press CALL to enter DSC mode, then select DISTR LOG. The most recent Distress Call received is the first entry (01) in the
Distress Log. Select the entry that you want to call.
2. Press ENT to list OPTION and select one of the following options on how you want to respond to the call:
CALL BACK to call the station press ENT, then set the channel and continue as explained in Section 5-2-1.
DELETE
INFO to delete the entry from the call log, select YES to confirm.
to display more information about the station, such as the location and name or MMSI of the vessel in Distress and the nature of the emergency (if specified).
SAVE MMSI to save the MMSI of the call. You will be asked to add a name of the contact.
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5-2-9 Call using the Sent Call Log (SENT CALL)
The Call Log contains the contact details for the 20 most recent sent calls, so that you review details of the call.
DSC CALL
CALL LOG ▲
DISTR LOG
►SENT CALL ▼
01 BOBBY D
►INDIVIDUAL
ROUTINE
10:45 UTC
BOBBY D
►CALL BACK
DELETE
BOBBY D
INDIVIDUAL
ROUTINE
►INTER-SHIP
BOBBY D
INDIVIDUAL
ROUTINE
►SEND?
1. Press CALL to enter DSC mode, then select SENT LOG. Scroll down to the desired sent call details.
2. The radio displays the details for the most recent sent call as the first entry (01) in the call log. In the example, the contact details for the most recent call are displayed.
3. Press ENT to advance to next screen. You now have the following options:
CALL BACK to CALL the contact.
DELETE to delete the entry from the call log, select YES to confirm.
5-2-10 Request the LL Position of a Buddy (LL REQUEST)
DSC CALL
DISTR LOG ▲
SENT CALL
►LL REQUEST▼
LL REQUEST
►SAM
TOM
BUDDY #3
SAM
LL REQUEST
►SEND?
SAM
LL REQUEST
CALLING...
SAM
LL REQUEST
WAIT.. 00:17
1. Press CALL to enter DSC mode, then select LL REQUEST.
2. Select the buddy whose LL position you want to request then press ENT to send the request. (See Section 5-3-5 for the acknowledgement.)
3. The working channel name is displayed while the radio waits for an acknowledgement from your buddy. If there is no reply after 30 seconds the radio asks if you want to retry.
Continue as explained in Section 5-2-2.
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5-2-11 Make a DSC test call (DSC TEST)
You can test your radio’s DSC operation by sending a DSC TEST CALL to a Buddy or other station equipped with a DSC radio.
Note: You should not use a routine DSC call to test your radio and you should minimize the use of the safety channel for test purposes.
5-2-11-1 Send a DSC TEST call
1. Select DSC CALL then DSC TEST.
2. Select the buddy you want to call from your buddy list, or Select MANUAL NEW then enter the MMSI of the individual you want to call.
3. Press ENT to accept the selection.
4. Press ENT again to SEND the call. Channel 70 is selected automatically and the symbol is shown on the LCD while the call is being sent.
TX
DSC CALL
SENT CALL ▲
LL REQUEST
►DSC TEST ▼
DSC TEST
MANUAL NEW
SAM
►TOM
TOM
DSC TEST
►SEND?
TOM
DSC TEST
WAIT.. 00:17
5. The radio waits for an acknowledgement (WAITING ACK). If the call is acknowledged
(DSC TEST ACK), notification is displayed.
6. If there is no reply after 30 seconds, the radio asks you if you want to retry.
5-2-11-2 Receiving an incoming DSC TEST call reply (DSC TEST ACK)
TEST
ACK FROM
123456789
▼ 00:22
1. When you receive notification of a DSC TEST reply, press any
2. key to cancel the alert.
If the radio recognizes the user MMSI as one of your buddies, the buddy’s name is displayed in place of the user MMSI.
3. Scroll to view further information (if available), or press ESC to cancel.
5-2-11-3 Acknowledging an incoming DSC TEST call
The radio sounds a friendly two-tone alert when it detects an incoming DSC TEST call.
1. If the radio recognizes the MMSI as one of your buddies, your buddy’s name is displayed in place of the MMSI.
2. The radio will automatically acknowledge the call if TEST REPLY is set to AUTO (See sec-
tion 4-9) and after a TIMEOUT period set for AUTO REPLY. (See section 4-10)
3. Scroll to view further information (if available), or press ESC to cancel.
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TEST
CALL FROM
123456789
▼ 00:01
CALL FROM
123456789
AUTO ACK
▲▼ 00:02
123456789
AUTO ACK
IN 10S
▲▼ 00:03
Note: These additional information screens are available by pressing the + and - keys.
AUTO ACK
IN 10S
10:12 UTC
▲▼ 00:04
IN 10S
10:12 UTC
ENT –> ACK
▲▼ 00:05
10:12 UTC
ENT –> ACK
KEY ->SILENCE
▲▼ 00:06
4. If TEST REPLY is set to MANUAL, a manual responce is required, press ACK (ENT) to confirm or press QUIT (ESC) to cancel. (see Section 4-9)
TEST
CALL FROM
123456789
▼ 00:12
CALL FROM
123456789
AUTO ACK
▲▼ 00:15
123456789
AUTO ACK
IS OFF
▲▼ 00:18
Note: These additional information screens are available by pressing the + and - keys.
AUTO ACK
IS OFF
10:12 UTC
▲▼ 00:20
5-3 Receiving DSC Calls
IN 30S
10:12 UTC
ENT –> ACK
▲▼ 00:23
10:12 UTC
ENT –> ACK
KEY ->SILENCE
▲▼ 00:25
Several types of DSC calls can be received from vessels within range at various priority levels:
DISTRESS See Section 6.
ALL SHIPS
INDIVIDUAL
GROUP
GEOGRAPHIC
Urgency, Safety, Routine or Distress priority (see Section 5-3-1)
Urgency, Safety, Routine or Distress priority (see Section 5-3-2)
Routine priority only (see Section 5-3-3)
Routine priority only (see Section 5-3-4)
POLLED POSITION
DSC TEST CALL
Routine or Safety priority (see Section 5-3-5)
DSC Test Call (see Section 5-2-11)
In addition to the audible alert, the telephone icon will flash on the screen.
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5-3-1 Receiving an All Ships Call (ALL SHIPS)
1. When you receive notification of an ALL SHIP call, press SILENCE (+ or - CH SELECT) to silence the alarm. The priority level and the user MMSI are displayed on the screen. If the radio recognises the user MMSI as one of your buddies, the buddy’s name is displayed in place of the user MMSI.
2. Press ACCEPT (ENT) to switch to the designated channel immediately or press QUIT
(ESC) to return to the current working channel.
Note: The radio will automatically switch to the designated channel after 10 seconds if no key is pressed and AUTO SWITCH = ON (see Section 4-8):
ALL SHIP
SAFETY FROM
TOM
▼ 00:01
SAFETY FROM
TOM
AUTO SWITCH
▲▼ 00:02
TOM
AUTO SWITCH
CH14 IN 10S
▲▼ 00:03
Note: These additional information screens are available by pressing the + and - keys.
AUTO SWITCH
CH14 IN 10S
10:12 UTC
▲▼ 00:04
CH14 IN 10S
10:12 UTC
ENT –> ACCEPT
▲▼ 00:05
10:12 UTC
ENT –> ACCEPT
KEY ->SILENCE
▲▼ 00:06
However, If AUTO SWITCH =OFF, then AUTO SW OFF will be displayed and manual channel change is required:
ALL SHIP
SAFETY FROM
TOM
▼ 00:12
Note: These additional information screens are available by pressing the + and - keys.
SAFETY FROM
TOM
AUTO SW OFF
▲▼ 00:15
AUTO SW OFF
CH14 REQUEST
10:12 UTC
▲▼ 00:20
TOM
AUTO SW OFF
CH14 REQUEST
▲▼ 00:18
CH14 REQUEST
10:12 UTC
ENT –> ACCEPT
▲▼ 00:23
10:12 UTC
ENT –> ACCEPT
KEY ->SILENCE
▲▼ 00:25
3. No acknowledgement is needed. Press PTT to initiate voice contact.
4. The call data is stored in the Call Log (see Section 5-2-7).
5-3-2 Receiving an Individual Call (INDIV)
1. When you receive notification of an INDIV call, press SILENCE (+ or - CH SELECT) to silence the alarm. INDIV calls are almost always Routine priority. If the radio recognises the user MMSI as one of your buddies, the buddy’s name is displayed in place of the user MMSI.
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INDIVIDUAL
SAFETY FROM
TOM
▼ 00:12
SAFETY FROM
TOM
AUTO SW OFF
▲▼ 00:15
TOM
AUTO SW OFF
CH67 REQUEST
▲▼ 00:18
Note: These additional information screens are available by pressing the + and - keys.
AUTO SW OFF
CH67 REQUEST
10:12 UTC
▲▼ 00:20
CH67 REQUEST
10:12 UTC
ENT –> OPTION
▲▼ 00:23
2. Press OPT (ENT) for options on how you want to respond to the call.
Options are:
ACK respond to the call with requested channel
10:12 UTC
ENT –> OPTION
KEY ->SILENCE
▲▼ 00:25
CHANGE CHAN respond to the call with but request a different channel
UNABLE ACK* respond to the call with unable to use the requested channel
(* Note: this option is not available with ROUTINE calls)
3. Or press QUIT (ESC) to return to standby.
4. The call data is stored in the Call Log (see Section 5-2-7).
5-3-3 Receiving a Group Call (GROUP)
1. When you receive notification of a GROUP call, press SILENCE (+ or - CH SELECT) to silence the alarm. The priority level is always routine and the group is identified on the screen. The group will be one of the three groups of frequently called people that you set up earlier (see Section 4-3).
2. Press ACCEPT (ENT) to switch to the designated channel immediately or press QUIT
(ESC) to return to the current working channel.
Note: The radio will automatically switch to the designated channel after 10 seconds if no key is pressed and AUTO SWITCH = ON (see Section 4-8):
GP 012345678
CALL FROM
TOM
▼ 00:01
Note: These additional information screens are available by pressing the + and - keys.
AUTO SWITCH
CH13 IN 10S
10:12 UTC
▲▼ 00:04
CALL FROM
TOM
AUTO SWITCH
▲▼ 00:02
CH13 IN 10S
10:12 UTC
ENT –> ACCEPT
▲▼ 00:05
TOM
AUTO SWITCH
CH13 IN 10S
▲▼ 00:03
10:12 UTC
ENT –> ACCEPT
KEY ->SILENCE
▲▼ 00:06
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However, If AUTO SWITCH =OFF, then AUTO SW OFF will be displayed and manual channel change is required:
GP 012345678
CALL FROM
TOM
▼ 00:12
CALL FROM
TOM
AUTO SW OFF
▲▼ 00:22
TOM
AUTO SW OFF
CH13 REQUEST
▲▼ 00:25
Note: These additional information screens are available by pressing the + and - keys.
AUTO SW OFF
CH13 REQUEST
10:12 UTC
▲▼ 00:28
CH13 REQUEST
10:12 UTC
ENT –> ACCEPT
▲▼ 00:32
3. The call data is stored in the Call Log (see Section 5-2-7).
10:12 UTC
ENT –> ACCEPT
KEY ->SILENCE
▲▼ 00:35
5-3-4 Receiving a Geographic Call (GEOGRAPH)
A geographic call is received by vessels within a specific geographic boundary area.
1. When you receive notification of an GEOGRAPH call, press SILENCE (+ or - CH SELECT) to silence the alarm. If the radio recognises the user MMSI as one of your buddies, the buddy’s name is displayed in place of the user MMSI.
2. Press ACCEPT (ENT) to switch to the designated channel immediately or press QUIT
(ESC) to return to the current working channel.
GEOGRAPHICAL
CALL FROM
TOM
▼ 00:12
CALL FROM
TOM
CH13 REQUEST
▲▼ 00:22
TOM
CH13 REQUEST
10:11 UTC
▲▼ 00:25
Note: These additional information screens are available by pressing the + and - keys.
CH13 REQUEST
10:11 UTC
ENT –> ACCEPT
▲▼ 00:28
10:11 UTC
ENT –> ACCEPT
KEY ->SILENCE
▲▼ 00:32
3. Monitor the working channel for an announcement from the calling vessel.
5-3-5 Receiving a Polled Position Call (POSITION)
When you receive GPS position data from a buddy in response to your LL request (see Section
5-2-10), you are recommended to make a written note of the position, especially if it is a good fishing position. If enhanced LL position information is available from your buddy, this is shown on the screen until the screen display changes.
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POSITION
REPLY FROM
TOM
▼ 00:12
REPLY FROM
TOM
12 '23.456'N
▲▼ 00:22
TOM
12 ’23.456’N
123 '23.789’E
▲▼ 00:25
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12 ’23.456’N
123 ’23.789’E
KEY ->SILENCE
▲▼ 00:28
Section 6 - Distress Calls
WARNING
A valid USER MMSI must be entered into this radio before these DSC functions can be used. See section 4-2 Enter Your USER MMSI (USER MMSI).
6-1 Sending a Distress Call
1. Open the red cover labelled DISTRESS to expose the red Distress key.
2. TO SEND AN IMMEDIATE DISTRESS CALL (Undesignated):
HOLD DOWN the DISTRESS key for about 3 seconds, until you see the distress call sending message (DISTRESS CALL SENDING) on the screen.
The whole display starts to flash and beep loudly.
DISTRES CALL
►UNDEFINED
FIRE
FLOODING ▼
DISTRES CALL
>UNDEFINED
HOLD DISTRES
2 SECONDS..
DISTRESS CALL
SENDING...
Or, if time is available, specify the nature of the distress
3. TO SEND A DISTRESS CALL with Distress type:
4. Press and release the DISTRESS key to display the following categories. Use the + or- keys to scroll to the category that describes your situation:
UNDESIGNATED (Undesignated)
FIRE
FLOODING
(Fire)
(Flooding)
COLLISION (Collision)
GROUNDING (Grounding)
LISTING
SINKING
(Listing)
(Sinking)
ADRIFT (Adrift)
ABANDONING (Abandoning)
PIRACY (Piracy)
OVER BOARD (Over Board)
5. Hold down the DISTRESS key for about 3 seconds, until you see the distress call sending message (DISTRESS CALL SENDING) on the screen. The whole display starts to flash and beep loudly.
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6. After the Distress Call is sent, the radio waits for an acknowledgment.
7. The Distress Call is automatically re-sent every 3.5 to 4.5 minutes until a distress acknowledgement is received or:
• Press RESEND (CALL) to immediately resend the Distress Call
• Press PAUSE (3CH) to pause the automatic Distress Call resend timer
• Press DISTR.CANCEL (SCAN) to cancel the Distress Call
• Press INFO (WX) to view details of the sent Distress Call
• Press OPT (ENT) to view and select the available options:
DISTRES CALL
SENT ! WAIT..
ENT –> OPTION
RESEND:03:30
Options are:
RESEND
PAUSE
CANCEL
OPTION
►RESEND
PAUSE ▼
RESEND:03:20
OPTION
PAUSE ▲
►CANCEL
RESEND:03:10 to resend the Distress call immediately.
to PAUSE the RESEND countdown timer. Press ESC to continue.
to CANCEL the Distress Call and transmit a DISTRESS CANCEL call. Use the
PTT microphone to report your situation:
OPTION
PAUSE ▲
►CANCEL
RESEND:03:20
SEND CANCEL?
►YES
NO
RESEND:03:20
DISTR CANCEL
SENDING..
DISTR CANCEL
SENT
PTT -->REASON
DISTR CANCEL
COMPLETED
ESC –> EXIT
8. After a DISTRESS ACK is received, press SILENCE (+ or - CH SELECT) to silence the alarm, then use the PTT microphone to report your situation.
9. The following information (if available) is contained in the DIstress Call:
- Nature Of Distress (if available)
- Position information. The latest GPS or manual input position is held for 23.5 hours, or until the power is turned OFF.
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6-2 Receiving a Distress Call (DISTRESS!)
1. An alert sounds when a distress call (DISTRESS!) is received. Press SILENCE (+ or - CH
SELECT) to silence the alarm. You do not need to send an acknowledgement.
DISTRESS
FLOODING
123456789
▼ 00:01
FLOODING
123456789
82 ’50.178N
▲▼ 00:02
123456789
82 ’50.178N
024 ’45.342W
▲▼ 00:03
82 ’50.178N
024 ’45.342W
10:12 UTC
▲▼ 00:04
024 ’45.342W
10:12 UTC
AUTO SWITCH
▲▼ 00:05
10:12 UTC
AUTO SWITCH
CH16 IN 10S
▲▼ 00:06
Note: These additional information screens are available by pressing the + and - keys.
AUTO SWITCH
CH16 IN 10S
KEY –>SILENCE
▲▼ 00:07
CH16 IN 10S
KEY –>SILENCE
ESC –> EXIT
▲▼ 00:08
KEY –>SILENCE
ESC –> EXIT
ENT –> ACCEPT
▲ 00:09
2. The radio will automatically select CH16 after 10 seconds if no user intervention, or press ACCEPT (ENT) to change to CH16 immediately.
Details of the distress call are shown on the screen. Details include the user MMSI and nature of the emergency (if specified), also the time and the location (if specified). If the location and time are not specified, these are replaced with sequences of 9s and 8s respectively.
3. Press PTT to establish voice contact.
This radio is capable of receiving enhanced LL position data if the radio transmitting the Distress Call is sending this. This provides the position of the distressed vessel to within 20 m (60ft).
6-3 Distress Acknowledgement (DISTRESS ACK)
An alert sounds when a Distress Relay (DISTRESS RELAY) is received. Press SILENCE (+ or - CH
SELECT) to silence the alarm.
DISTRESS
ACK FROM
123456789
▼ 00:01
ACK FROM
123456789
FLOODING
▲▼ 00:02
123456789
FLOODING
900000000
▲▼ 00:03
FLOODING
900000000
82 ’50.178N
▲▼ 00:04
Try to make voice contact with the calling vessel. Maintain a listening watch on CH16 and standby to lend assistance
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For a Distress Acknowledgement (DISTRESS ACK) sent from the Search and Rescue (SAR) authorities of your country, your radio automatically cancels Distress Mode transmissions and CH16 appears. Press PTT to establish voice contact with the Search and Rescue (SAR) authority.
The Search and Rescue (SAR) authorities of your country are the only instance allowed to send a Distress Acknowledgement (DISTRESS ACK).
6-4 Distress Relay Individual (INDIV DISTR RELAY)
When an incoming Individual Distress Relay call is received, the alarm sounds and INDIV
DISTR RELAY is displayed.
1. Press SILENCE (+ or - CH SELECT) to silence the alarm.
2. Press + or - button to scroll any further information about the call
3. ALL MODELS: Press ACCEPT (ENT) key to immediately accept the channel change before the 10s timer expires
4. US MODELS: Press ACK (ENT) key to ACK the call after the 10s delay (when INDIV REPLY is set to MANUAL)
5. Or press QUIT (ESC) to return to standby.
The call data is stored in the Call Log (see Section 5-2-7).
Individual Distress Relay functionality will vary depending on your radio model:
ALL models: Prior to 10s Auto Channel change timer expires, display shows:
INDIV DISTR
RELAY FROM
900000000
▼ 00:00
FLOODING
123000000
55 ’29.975’N
▲▼ 00:03
CH16 IN 10S
KEY –>SILENCE
ESC –> EXIT
▲▼ 00:06
KEY –>SILENCE
ESC –> EXIT
ENT –> ACCEPT
▲ 00:07
EU only models: ACCEPT (ENT) key is pressed, or 10s Auto Channel change timer expires:
INDIV DISTR
RELAY FROM
900000000
▼ 00:00
FLOODING
123000000
55 ’29.975’N
▲▼ 00:03
012 ’18.559’E
02:43UTC
CHANNEL IS
▲▼ 00:06
AUTO CHANGED
KEY –>SILENCE
ESC –> EXIT
▲ 00:07
US only models: ACT (ENT) key is pressed, or MANUAL / AUTO ACK (depending on INDIV
REPLY setting):
INDIV DISTR
RELAY FROM
900000000
▼ 00:00
46
FLOODING
123000000
55 ’29.975’N
▲▼ 00:03
AUTO CHANGED
KEY –>SILENCE
ENT –> ACK
▲ 00:06
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KEY –>SILENCE
ENT –> ACK
ESC –> EXIT
▲ 00:07
Section 7 - Installation
This Simrad radio is designed to generate a digital maritime distress call to facilitate search and rescue. To be effective as a safety device, this radio must be used only within the geographic range of a shore-based VHF marine Channel 70 distress and safety watch system. The geographic range may vary but under normal conditions is approximately 20 nautical miles.
Installation Options
There are two ways to install the radio. You can choose:
• A deck or overhead mounted gimbal installation. The reversible mounting gimbal is fixed to a suitable site and the radio is placed into it. The radio can be removed for storage and the viewing angle can be adjusted.
• A recessed installation. The radio is recessed into a cavity cut into a bulkhead. The radio fixture is permanent and the viewing angle cannot be adjusted.
Location Requirements
Please check these before doing any cutting or drilling.
Whichever installation method you choose, ensure that the chosen location:
• Is at least 3’ (1 m) from the antenna
• Allows easy connection to (at least) a 10 Amp fused 13.6 V DC electrical source and the antenna
• Is at least 1.5’ (45 cms) from the compass to avoid creating magnetic deviation of the compass during radio operation
• Has a suitable space close by for installing the microphone bulkhead mount
• Provides easy access to the controls on the front panel
• Provides reasonable access to the wiring at the back of the radio
• Provides enough room to fix the DSC warning label
20˚
20˚
Side
The VHF has a large LCD screen with an optimum viewing angle of approx. +/-20 deg. Ensure the chosen location provides a suitable view of the display. Ideally, the user should be directly in front of the display or no more than +/-20 deg from the front of the display.
Note: If unsure, temporarily power up the radio and check for a suitable location.
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Checklist
The following items should be supplied in the box. Check before starting the installation and contact your dealer if an item is missing.
Note: An antenna is not provided. Consult your Simrad dealer for advice if necessary.
1. Mounting gimbal for the VHF radio
2. Power supply cable with in-built 7 Amp fuse
3. External speaker connection cable with white (+) wire and black (-) wire
4. GPS connection cable
5. Two mounting knobs
6. Microphone bulkhead mount
7. Four countersunk self-tapping screws for the mounting gimbal
8. Four flat screws for the mounting gimbal
9. Four spring washers for the mounting gimbal
10. Four plain washers for the mounting gimbal
11. Four nuts for the mounting gimbal
12. Two self-tapping screws for the microphone bulkhead mount
13. Two flat screws for the microphone bulkhead mount
14. Two spring washers for the microphone bulkhead mount
15. Two plain washers for the microphone bulkhead mount
16. Two nuts for the microphone bulkhead mount
17. Two adapter plates for recessed installation
18. Screw kit for recessed installation
Not pictured:
• Installation template and Warranty card
• DSC Warning label sticker
• This Operation and Installation manual
• One 7 Amp spare fuse in case of accidental reverse of battery polarity
• Base unit and microphone
48
2
1
5
6
18
3
4
17
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7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
Gimbal Installation
1. Hold the mounting gimbal at the chosen location and use a soft pencil to mark the screw hole positions onto the mounting surface.
2. If you can’t reach behind the mounting surface to attach the nuts, use the self-tapping screws instead of the flat screws shown in the picture. If you’re drilling into fibreglass, use a drill bit smaller than 3/16” (5mm) to drill the pilot holes.
Otherwise, drill the four screw holes where marked, using a 3/16” (5 mm) drill bit. Drill completely through the mounting surface.
3. Use a Philips screwdriver and the set of four flat screws, spring washers, plain washers, and nuts to attach the mounting gimbal to the location site.
4. Slide the radio into the mounting gimbal.
5. Insert the two mounting knobs through the holes and tighten them sufficiently to hold the radio at the desired viewing angle.
Change the Viewing Angle
The viewing angle on the gimbal mount has a 20º tilt range. To change the current viewing angle on the gimbal mount:
1. Support the radio, then cautiously loosen the mounting knobs until the radio can be moved.
2. Re-position the radio then tighten the mounting knobs again.
Recessed Installation
1. Tape the installation template onto the chosen location site.
2. Cut out the area marked by the solid dark line (the dashed line indicates the total area that will be covered by the radio fascia after installation).
3. Remove the installation template and slide the radio into the cavity.
4. Working from the rear of the bulkhead, align the racheted outstand on each side of the
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radio with the central hole in each mounting bracket.
5. Use the two short M5x10 screws to screw the mounting brackets to the sides of the radio.
6. Slide each M5x32 screw through the screw hole in the mounting bracket, then attach the lock nut and the stopper. If your bulkhead exceeds 13 mm, the stopper nut can be discarded if necessary.
7. Tighten the M5x32 screws until the radio is held against the rear of the bulkhead.
8. Tighten up the lock nuts to secure the installation.
Install the Microphone Bulkhead Mount
1. Hold the microphone bulkhead mount at the chosen location and use a soft pencil to mark the screw hole positions on the mounting surface. Ensure that the microphone curly cable will comfortably reach this location BEFORE you drill.
2. Drill the two pilot screw holes where marked.
3. Use a short length Philips screwdriver and the set of two flat screws, spring washers, plain washers, and nuts to secure the microphone bulkhead mount at the location site.
4. Hang the microphone on its mount.
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0.96" (24.5 mm)
Fix the DSC label
CAUTION
A DSC warning label is supplied with US versions of this radio.
To comply with FCC regulations, this warning label must be affixed in a location that is clearly visible from the operating controls of this radio.
Make sure that the chosen location is clean and dry before applying this label.
Connect the Radio Cables
The connectors are on the rear of the base unit, as follows:
GPS/COM connector. For connection to GPS device via NMEA (If you are not using this, be sure to put the protective cap securely over the connector to protect it from moisture and dust).
GPS/COM cable. For above connector. See the following table for wiring and color codes.
Red Power wire. Connect this to the Positive (+) battery terminal. Check that a 7 Amp fuse is installed on this power cable close to the battery.
Black Power wire. Connect this to the Negative (-) battery terminal.
External Speaker connector. Connect to an external speaker BEFORE powering on the radio. Use a 4 Ohm 6 Watt external speaker. White wire to speaker (+). Bare wire to speaker (-). NOTE: Ensure wires are electrically insulated if not used.
ANT. A radio antenna is not supplied. A suitable radio antenna must be mounted and connected before operating this radio. Consult your dealer for advice if necessary.
GND. A ground connection is not usually required.
NMEA 2000 connector. For connection to a compatible NMEA 2000 network.
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Wiring for GPS/COM connector
5
6
3
4
7
8
Pin
1
2
Wire
Red
Orange
White
Green
Yellow
Black
Blue
Grey
8 Grey
5 Yellow
3 White
7 Blue
Function
No connection
OUT (+)
Program/clone
IN (-)
IN (+)
OUT (-)
No connection
No connection
Wiring for NMEA 2000 connector
2 Orange
4 Green
1 Bare wire
Notes
(Not used)
(To )
(Not used)
(From )
(From )
(Ground)
(Not used)
(Not used)
6 Black
52
2
3
4
5
Pin
1
Wire
Green
Red
Black
White
Blue
Function
Can-D, Drain wire, Shield
Can-S, Power, +12 V DC
Can-C, Ground
Can-H, Data HIGH
Can-L, Data LOW
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Set Up the Radio
CAUTION
You can not make any DSC transmissions until you have obtained a user MMSI and entered it into your radio.
You must obtain a user MMSI (Marine Mobile Service Identity) and enter it into your radio before you can use the DSC functions.
The user MMSI is a unique nine digit number, similar to a personal telephone number. It is used on marine transceivers that are capable of using DSC (Digital Select Calling).
If you don’t have a user MMSI contact the appropriate authorities in your country. If you are unsure who to contact, consult your Simrad dealer.
• A Group MMSI begins with 0 followed by 8 numeric digits (0xxxxxxxx)
• A Coast Station MMSI begins with 00 followed by 7 numeric digits. You just need to add the 7 digits and the radio will add the beginning 00 for you
• See section 4-2 Enter Your USER MMSI (USER MMSI).
To enable the DSC functions in this radio:
• Enter your valid MMSI: MENU > DSC SETUP > USER MMSI
• Ensure DSC is turned ON: MENU > DSC SETUP > DSC FUNC
Depending upon your location, you may need a radio station license for this radio. You may also need an individual operator’s license.
Simrad recommends that you check the requirements of your national radio communications authorities before operating this radio and the DSC functions.
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The Completed Installation
VHF antenna
Antenna cable
SIMRAD
STBY
AUTO
PU
SH
TO
MARK
MENU
IN
MOB
GOTO
PAGES
OUT
MOB
GPS product
NSS 7
External speaker
GPS / COM
NMEA 0183 connection cable NMEA
2000 connector
External speaker cable
RS12 base unit with handset mic
Fuse on Red power cable
Black power cable
12 V dc Battery
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CAUTION
Under extreme operating conditions, the temperature of the rear heatsink on this radio may exceed normal surface temperatures.
Caution is advised to prevent possible skin burns.
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Appendix A - Technical Specifications
SIMRAD RS12
GENERAL
Power supply:
Low battery alert:
Current drain - Transmit
Receive
Temperature range:
Usable channels:
Mode:
DSC mode:
Standards:
12 V DC battery system
10.6 V DC +/- 5%
5 A at 25 W Tx / 1.5 A at 1 W Tx (@ 12 V DC)
Less than 250 mA in standby
-20ºC to +55ºC (-4ºF to 131ºF)
International, USA, Canada, Weather (country specific)
16K0G3E (FM) / 16K0G2B (DSC)
Class D (Global) with dual receiver (individual CH70)
ITU-R M.493-12 (US models), EN 300-338-3 (EU models)
PHYSICAL
LCD display (viewing):
Contrast control:
Dimming control:
Antenna connector:
Waterproof:
46 x 26 mm (1.8 x 1.0”), matrix FSTN
Yes
Yes
SO-239 (50 ohm)
JIS-7
Dimensions:
Weight:
Compass safe distance:
Frequency stability:
Frequency control:
Comm. port - NMEA 0183:
Comm. port - NMEA 2000:
DSC:
GPS/NMEA input:
NMEA output:
161(W) x 75(H) x 147(D) mm - without bracket
1.29 kg (2.8 lbs) - without microphone
0.5 m (1.5’)
+/- 10 ppm
PLL
NMEA 0183, 4800 baud
NMEA 2000
Yes, CLASS-D (Global - separate CH70 receiver built in)
Yes; RMC, GGA, GLL, GNS
Yes; DSC ( for DSC call), DSE (for enhanced position).
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FEATURES
Flush mount kit
Dust Cover
Local/Distant control:
Position polling:
Group call:
Call logs:
Channel naming:
Tri watch:
Favourite channel scan:
All scan:
User programmable MMSI:
MMSI and NAME directory:
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes - 20 individual and 10 distress
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes - 20 numbers & group
TRANSMITTER
Frequency:
Output power:
Transmitter protection:
Max Frequency deviation:
Spurious & harmonics:
Modulation distortion:
156.025 - 157.425 MHz
25 W / 1 W selectable
Open / short circuit of antenna
+/- 5 kHz better than 0.25 µ W
Less than 4% @ 1kHz for a +/-3 kHz deviation
RECEIVER
Frequency:
12dB SINAD sensitivity:
20db SINAD sensitivity:
Adjacent CH selectivity:
156.025 - 163.275 MHz
0.25 µV (distant) / 0.8 µV (local)
0.35 µV more than 70 db
Spurious response: more than 70 db
Intermodulation rejection ratio: more than 68 db
Residual noise level: more than -40 db unsquelched
Audio output power: 2 W (with 8 ohm at 10% distortion)
4 W with 4 ohm external speaker
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Appendix B - Troubleshooting
1. The transceiver will not power up.
A fuse may have blown OR there is no voltage getting to the transceiver.
a. Check the power cable for cuts, breaks, or squashed sections.
b. After checking the wiring, replace the 7 Amp fuse (1 spare fuse is supplied).
c. Check the battery voltage. This must be greater than 10.5 V.
2. The transceiver blows the fuse when the power is switched on.
The power wires may have been reversed. a. Check that the red wire is connected to the positive battery terminal, and the black wire is connected to the negative battery terminal.
3. The speaker makes popping or whining noises when the engine is running.
Electrical noise may be interfering with the transceiver.
a. Re-route the power cables away from the engine.
b. Add a noise suppressor to the power cable.
c. Use resistive spark plug wires and/or use an alternator whine filter.
4. No sound from the external speaker.
a. Check that the external speaker cable is physically connected.
b. Check the soldering of the external speaker cable.
5. Transmissions are always on low power, even when high (HI) power is selected.
The antenna may be faulty.
a. Test the transceiver with a different antenna.
b. Have the antenna checked out.
6. Battery symbol is displayed.
The power supply is too low or too high.
a. Check the battery voltage. This should be at least 10.5 V ± 0.5 V DC.
b. Check the alternator on the vessel.
7. No position information is displayed.
The GPS cable may faulty or the GPS setting may be incorrect. a. Check that the GPS cable is physically connected.
b. Check the polarity of the GPS cable.
c. Check the baud rate setting of the GPS if applicable. The baud rate setting should be
4800 and parity should be set to NONE.
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Appendix C - US & ROW VHF Marine Channel Charts
The following channel charts are provided for reference only and may not be correct for all regions.
It is the operators responsibility to ensure correct channels and frequencies are used for local regulations.
C-1 International Channel Chart
CH TX (MHz) RX (MHz) MODE TRAFFIC TYPE REMARK
01 156.050
160.650
02 156.100
160.700
03 156.150
160.750
04 156.200
160.800
05 156.250
160.850
06 156.300
156.300
07 156.350
160.950
08 156.400
156.400
09 156.450
156.450
10 156.500
156.500
11 156.550
156.550
12 156.600
156.600
13 156.650
156.650
14 156.700
156.700
15 156.750
156.750
16 156.800
156.800
17 156.850
156.850
18 156.900
161.500
19 156.950
161.550
20 157.000
161.600
21 157.050
161.650
22 157.100
161.700
23 157.150
161.750
24 157.200
161.800
25 157.250
161.850
26 157.300
161.900
27 157.350
161.950
28 157.400
162.000
60 156.025
160.625
61 156.075
160.675
S
S
S
D
D
D
D
D
D
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
Public Correspondence
Public Correspondence
Public Correspondence
Port Operations
Port Operations
Inter-ship Safety
Port Operations
Commercial (inter-ship only)
Inter-ship
Commercial
Port Operations
Port Operations
Inter-ship Navigation Safety
(bridge-to bridge)
Port Operations
Port Operations
International Distress, Safety, and Calling
State Controlled
Port Operations
Ship to Shore
Port Operations
Port Operations
Port Operations
Public Correspondence
Public Correspondence
Public Correspondence
Public Correspondence
Public Correspondence
Public Correspondence
Public Correspondence
Port Operations
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
SHIP TO
SHIP
No
No
No
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
SHIP TO
SHORE
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
NAME TAG
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
PORT OPS
PORT OPS/VTS
SAFETY
PORT OPS
COMMERCIAL
CALLING
COMMERCIAL
VTS
PORT OPS/VTS
BRIDGE COM
PORT OPS/VTS
PORT OPS
DISTRESS
SAR
PORT OPS
SHIP-SHORE
PORT OPS
PORT OPS
PORT OPS
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
PORT OPS
1 1W only
1 1W only
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62 156.125
160.725
63 156.175
160.775
64 156.225
160.825
65 156.275
160.875
66 156.325
160.925
67 156.375
156.375
68 156.425
156.425
69 156.475
156.475
70 156.525
156.525
71 156.575
156.575
72 156.625
156.625
73 156.675
156.675
74 156.725
156.725
77 156.875
156.875
78 156.925
161.525
79 156.975
161.575
80 157.025
161.625
81 157.075
161.675
82 157.125
161.725
83 157.175
161.775
84 157.225
161.825
85 157.275
161.875
86 157.325
161.925
87 157.375
161.975
88 157.425
162.025
Port Operations
Port Operations
Public Correspondence
Port Operations
Port Operations
Commercial, bridge-to-bridge
Inter-ship
Port Operations
Digital Selective Calling - DSC
Port Operations
Inter-ship
Port Operations
Port Operations
Ship to Shore
Ship to Shore
Port Operations
Port Operations
Public Correspondence
Public Correspondence
Public Correspondence
Public Correspondence
Public Correspondence
Public Correspondence
Public Correspondence
Public Correspondence
-
S
D
D
D
D
D
S
S
D
D
D
D
S
S
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
S
S
S
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
------
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
PORT OPS
PORT OPS
TELEPHONE
PORT OPS
PORT OPS
BRIDGE COM
SHIP-SHIP
PORT OPS
DSC
PORT OPS
SHIP-SHIP
PORT OPS
PORT OPS
SHIP-SHORE
SHIP-SHORE
PORT OPS
PORT OPS
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
2
Yes
No
No
Yes
------
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Special Notes on International Channel Usage
1 . LOW POWER (1W) only.
2 . Channel 70 is designated for use exclusively for Digital Selective Calling (DSC), such as
Distress, Safety, and Ship Calls. No voice communication is allowed on CH70.
This channel is only available on DSC enabled radios.
Note:
• The INTERNATIONAL channel bank is not legal for use in U.S. or Canada waters.
• Select the INTERNATIONAL channel bank for use in Australia, New Zealand and other
Asia Pacific regions, and all other regions where otherwise not specified.
KEY: S = Simplex operating channel; D = Duplex operating channel.
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C-2 USA Channel Chart
CH TX (MHz) RX (MHz) MODE
01A 156.050
156.050
03A 156.150
156.150
05A 156.250
156.250
06 156.300
156.300
07A 156.350
156.350
08 156.400
156.400
09 156.450
156.450
10 156.500
156.500
11 156.550
156.550
12 156.600
156.600
13
14
15
156.650
156.700
---
156.650
156.700
156.750
S
TRAFFIC TYPE
S Port Operations, Selected VTS Areas
S US Government, Coast Guard
S Port Operations, Selected VTS Areas
S Inter-ship Safety
S Commercial
S Commercial (inter-ship only)
S Recreational Calling Channel
S Commercial
S Commercial, VTS in Selected Areas
S Port Operations, Selected VTS Areas
S
Inter-ship Navigation Safety (bridge-to bridge), 1W with Power-up
S Port Operations, Selected VTS Areas
Environmental
60
16 156.800
156.800
S
International Distress, Safety, and
Calling
S State Controlled
Yes
17 156.850
156.850
Yes
18A 156.900
156.900
19A 156.950
156.950
S Commercial
S Commercial
Yes
Yes
20 157.000 161.600
D Port Operations, Canadian Coast Guard No
20A 157.000
157.000
S Port Operations Yes
21A 157.050
157.050
22A 157.100
157.100
S U.S. Government, Canadian Coast Guard Yes
S Coast Guard Liaison Yes
23A 157.150
157.150
61A 156.075
156.075
63A 156.175
156.175
S U.S. Government, Coast Guard Yes
24 157.200 161.800
D Public Correspondence, Marine operator No
25 157.250 161.850
D Public Correspondence, Marine operator No
26 157.300 161.900
D Public Correspondence, Marine operator No
27 157.350 161.950
D Public Correspondence, Marine operator No
28 157.400 162.000
D Public Correspondence, Marine operator No
S U.S. Government, Canadian Coast Guard Yes
64A 156.225
65A 156.275
66A 156.325
156.225
156.275
156.325
S Port Operations, VTS in Selected Areas Yes
S
U.S. Government, Canadian Commercial
Fishing
Yes
S Port Operations
S Port Operations
Yes
Yes
67 156.375
156.375
S
Commercial, bridge-to-bridge, 1W with
Power-up
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
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Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
SHIP TO
SHIP
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
SHIP TO
SHORE
Yes
Yes
Yes
NAME TAG
PORT OPS/VTS
UNAUTHORIZED 4
PORT OPS/VTS
SAFETY
COMMERCIAL
COMMERCIAL
CALLING
COMMERCIAL
VTS
PORT OPS/VTS
REMARK
Yes No BRIDGE COM 3 1W
Yes
------
Yes
------
PORT OPS/VTS
ENVIRONMEN-
TAL
DISTRESS
2 RX only
SAR
COMMERCIAL
COMMERCIAL
PORT OPS
PORT OPS
UNAUTHORIZED 4
COAST GUARD
UNAUTHORIZED 4
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
UNAUTHORIZED 4
PORT OPS/VTS
UNAUTHORIZED
PORT OPS
PORT OPS
BRIDGE COM
4
3
1 1W only
1W
68 156.425
156.425
69 156.475
156.475
70 156.525
156.525
S Boat Operations, Recreational
S Boat Operations, Recreational
Digital Selective Calling - DSC
71 156.575
156.575
72 156.625
156.625
73
74
77
156.675
156.725
156.875
78A 156.925
79A 156.975
80A 157.025
81A 157.075
156.675
156.725
156.875
156.925
156.975
157.025
157.075
S Boat Operations, Recreational
S Boat Operations, Recreational
S Port Operations
S Port Operations
S Port Operations
S Boat Operations, Recreational
S Commercial
S Commercial
S
U.S. Government, Environmental Protection Agency Operations
Yes
S U.S. Government, Canadian Coast Guard Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
82A 157.125
157.125
83A 157.175
157.175
S U.S. Government, Canadian Coast Guard Yes
84 157.225 161.825
D Public Correspondence, Marine Operator No
84A 157.225
157.225
S Public Correspondence, Marine Operator
85 157.275 161.875
D Public Correspondence, Marine Operator No
85A 157.275
157.275
S Public Correspondence, Marine Operator
86 157.325 161.925
D Public Correspondence, Marine Operator No
86A 157.325
157.325
S Public Correspondence, Marine Operator
87 157.375 161.975
D Public Correspondence, Marine Operator No
87A 157.375
157.375
S Public Correspondence, Marine Operator
88 157.425 162.025
D Public Correspondence, Marine Operator No
88A 157.425
157.425
S Commercial, Inter-ship Only Yes
Yes
Yes
------
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
------
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
SHIP - SHIP
PLEASURE
DSC
PLEASURE
SHIP - SHIP
PORT OPS
PORT OPS
PORT OPS
SHIP - SHIP
COMMERCIAL
COMMERCIAL
UNAUTHORIZED 4
UNAUTHORIZED 4
UNAUTHORIZED 4
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
6
1 1W only
Yes
No
TELEPHONE
COMMERCIAL
Special Notes on USA Channel Usage
1 . LOW POWER (1 W) only.
2 . Receive Only.
3 . LOW POWER (1 W) initially. Override to HIGH POWER by holding down H/L key before transmitting.
Used normally in bridge-to-bridge communications.
4 . Lightly shaded simplex channels 03A, 21A, 23A, 61A, 64A, 81A, 82A, and 83A cannot be lawfully used in U.S. waters unless special authorization is obtained from the U.S. Coast Guard.
Not for use by the general public.
5 . The letter “A” illuminated by the channel number indicates the USA channel is simplex.
This same channel is always duplex when selecting International. There is no “A” reference for International channels. The letter “B” is only used for some Canadian “Receive only” channels.
6 . Channel 70 is designated for use exclusively for Digital Selective Calling (DSC), such as Distress,
Safety, and Ship Calls. No voice communication is allowed on CH70.
This channel is only available on DSC enabled radios.
KEY: S = Simplex operating channel; D = Duplex operating channel.
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C-3 CANADA Channel Chart
CH TX (MHz) RX (MHz) MODE TRAFFIC TYPE SHIP TO
SHIP
01 156.050 160.650
D Public Correspondence
02 156.100 160.700
D Public Correspondence
03 156.150 160.750
D Public Correspondence
04A 156.200
05A 156.250
156.200
156.250
No
No
S Canadian Coast Guard, SAR
No
Yes
S Port Operations, VTS in Selected Areas Yes
06 156.300
156.300
07A 156.350
156.350
S Inter-ship Safety
S Commercial
Yes
Yes
08 156.400
156.400
09 156.450
156.450
10 156.500
156.500
11
12
13
156.550
156.600
156.650
156.550
156.600
156.650
S
S
S
Commercial (inter-ship only)
Recreational Calling Channel
Commercial
Yes
Yes
Yes
S Commercial, VTS in Selected Areas Yes
S Port Operations, VTS in Selected Areas Yes
S
Inter-ship Navigation Safety (bridge-to bridge) 1W with power-up
Yes
S Port Operations, VTS in Selected Areas Yes 14 156.700
156.700
15
16
156.750
156.800
18A 156.900
19A 156.950
156.750
156.800
17 156.850
156.850
156.900
156.950
S Commercial
S
International Distress, Safety, and
Calling
S State Controlled
S Commercial
S Canadian Coast Guard
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
20 157.000 161.600
D Canadian Coast Guard
21 157.050 161.650
21A 157.050
157.050
D Port Operations
No
No
S U.S. Government, Canadian Coast Guard Yes
21B --161.650
S Port Operations ------
22A 157.100
157.100
S Canadian Coast Guard Liaison
23 157.150 161.750
D Public Correspondence
24 157.200 161.800
D Public Correspondence
Yes
No
No
25 157.250 161.850
D Public Correspondence
25B --161.850
S Public Correspondence
26 157.300 161.900
D Public Correspondence
No
------
27 157.350 161.950
D Public Correspondence
28 157.400 162.000
D Public Correspondence
28B --162.000
S Public Correspondence
60 156.025 160.625
D Public Correspondence
61A 156.075
156.075
No
No
No
------
No
S U.S. Government, Canadian Coast Guard Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
------
Yes
Yes
Yes
------
Yes
Yes
Yes
------
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
SHIP TO
SHORE
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
NAME TAG
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
CANADIAN CG
PORT OPS/VTS
SAFETY
COMMERCIAL
COMMERCIAL
CALLING
COMMERCIAL
VTS
PORT OPS/VTS
BRIDGE COM
PORT OPS/VTS
COMMERCIAL
DISTRESS
SAR
COMMERCIAL
CANADIAN CG
3
1
1
REMARK
1W
1W only
1W only
CANADIAN CG 1 1W only
PORT OPS
UNAUTHORIZED
PORT OPS RX only
CANADIAN CG
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE RX only
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
RX only
UNAUTHORIZED 4
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62A 156.125
156.125
S Canadian Coast Guard
64 156.225 160.825
D Public Correspondence, Duplex
64A 156.225
156.225
S
U.S. Government, Canadian Commercial
Fishing
65A 156.275
156.275
66A 156.325
156.325
67 156.375
156.375
68 156.425
156.425
S
S
S
S
Port Operations
Port Operations
Commercial, SAR
Boat Operations, Recreational
69 156.475
156.475
70 156.525
156.525
71 156.575
156.575
72 156.625
156.625
73 156.675
156.675
74 156.725
156.725
77 156.875
156.875
78A 156.925
156.925
79A 156.975
156.975
80A 157.025
157.025
81A 157.075
157.075
S
S
S
S
S
S
Commercial Fishing Only
Digital Selective Calling - DSC
S Boat Operations, Recreational
S Inter-ship
S Commercial Fishing Only
S Commercial Fishing Only
S Port Operations
Boat Operations, Recreational
Commercial
Commercial
U.S. Government Operations
Yes
No
Yes
82A 157.125
157.125
S U.S. Government, Canadian Coast Guard Yes
83 157.175 161.775
D Canadian Coast Guard
83A 157.175
157.175
S
Yes
U.S. Government, Canadian Coast Guard Yes
83B --161.775
S Canadian Coast Guard, RX Only ------
84 157.225 161.825
D Public Correspondence, Marine Operator No
85 157.275 161.875
D Public Correspondence, Marine Operator No
86 157.325 161.925
D Public Correspondence, Marine Operator No
87 157.375 161.975
D Public Correspondence, Marine Operator No
88 157.425 162.025
D Public Correspondence, Marine Operator No
Yes
------
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
------
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
------
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
CANADIAN CG
TELEPHONE
UNAUTHORIZED 4
PORT OPS
PORT OPS
COMMERCIAL
SHIP - SHIP
COMMERCIAL
DSC
1
6
1W only
PLEASURE
SHIP - SHIP
COMMERCIAL
COMMERCIAL
PORT OPS
SHIP - SHIP
COMMERCIAL
COMMERCIAL
UNAUTHORIZED 4
1 1W only
UNAUTHORIZED 4
CANADIAN CG
UNAUTHORIZED 4
CANADIAN CG
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
TELEPHONE
Special Notes on Canada Channel Usage
1 . LOW POWER (1 W) only.
2 . Receive Only.
3 . LOW POWER (1 W) initially. Override to HIGH POWER by holding down H/L key before transmitting. Used normally in bridge-to-bridge communications.
4 . Lightly shaded simplex channels 21A, 23A, 61A, 64A, 81A, 82A, and 83A cannot be lawfully used in Canada waters unless special authorization is obtained from the
Canadian Coast Guard. Not for use by the general public.
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WX05
WX06
WX07
WX08
WX09
WX10
CH
WX01
WX02
WX03
WX04
5 . The letter “A” illuminated by the channel number indicates the Canada channel is simplex. This same channel is always duplex when selecting International.
There is no “A” reference for International channels. The letter “B” is only used for some
Canadian “Receive only” channels.
6 . Channel 70 is designated for use exclusively for Digital Selective Calling (DSC), such as
Distress, Safety, and Ship Calls. No voice communication is allowed on CH70.
This channel is only available on DSC enabled radios.
Note: The CANADA mode is not legal to use in U.S. waters.
KEY: S = Simplex operating channel; D = Duplex operating channel.
C-4 US & Canada WEATHER Channels
RX (MHz)
162.550
162.400
162.475
162.425
162.450
162.500
162.525
161.650
161.775
163.275
TRAFFIC TYPE
NOAA Weather Channel
NOAA Weather Channel
NOAA Weather Channel
NOAA Weather Channel
NOAA Weather Channel
NOAA Weather Channel
NOAA Weather Channel
CANADIAN Weather Channel
CANADIAN Weather Channel
NOAA Weather Channel
NAME
NOAA WX
NOAA WX
NOAA WX
NOAA WX
NOAA WX
NOAA WX
NOAA WX
CANADA WX
CANADA WX
NOAA WX
REMARK
RX only
RX only
RX only
RX only
RX only
RX only
RX only
RX only
RX only
RX only
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Appendix D - EU VHF Marine Channel Charts
The following channel charts are provided for reference only and may not be correct for all regions.
It is the operators responsibility to ensure correct channels and frequencies are used for local regulations.
For specific channel information for your country, please refer to local authorities.
D-1 EU International Channel Chart
CH TX (MHz) RX (MHz) MODE
01 156.050
160.650
02 156.100
160.700
03 156.150
160.750
04 156.200
160.800
05 156.250
160.850
06 156.300
156.300
07 156.350
160.950
08 156.400
156.400
09 156.450
156.450
S
S
S
D
D
D
D
D
D
TRAFFIC TYPE SHIP TO
SHIP
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Inter-ship Safety Yes
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Commercial (inter-ship only)
Inter-ship
Yes
Yes
10 156.500
156.500
11 156.550
156.550
12 156.600
156.600
S
S
S
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
SHIP TO
SHORE
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
NAME TAG
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
SAFETY
PHONE-PORTOP
SHIP-SHIP
SHIP-SHIP
SHIP-SHIP
PORT OPS
PORT OPS
REMARK
13 156.650
156.650
14 156.700
156.700
15 156.750
156.750
16 156.800
156.800
17 156.850
156.850
18 156.900
161.500
19 156.950
161.550
20 157.000
161.600
21 157.050
161.650
22 157.100
161.700
23 157.150
161.750
24 157.200
161.800
25 157.250
161.850
26 157.300
161.900
27 157.350
161.950
28 157.400
162.000
60 156.025
160.625
61 156.075
160.675
S
S
S
S
S
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
Inter-ship
Port Operations
Port Operations
Inter-ship Navigation Safety
(bridge-to bridge)
Port Operations
Inter-ship
International Distress, Safety, and Calling
Yes
Yes
Inter-ship Yes
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
SAFETY COM
PORT OPS
PORT OPS
DISTRESS
PORT OPS
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
1 1W only
1 1W only
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62 156.125
160.725
63 156.175
160.775
64 156.225
160.825
65 156.275
160.875
66 156.325
160.925
67 156.375
156.375
68 156.425
156.425
69 156.475
156.475
70 156.525
156.525
71 156.575
156.575
72 156.625
156.625
73 156.675
156.675
74 156.725
156.725
75 156.775
156.775
76 156.825
156.825
77 156.875
156.875
78 156.925
161.525
79 156.975
161.575
80 157.025
161.625
81 157.075
161.675
82 157.125
161.725
83 157.175
161.775
84 157.225
161.825
85 157.275
161.875
86 157.325
161.925
87 157.375
157.375
88 157.425
157.425
D
S
D
D
D
S
D
D
D
D
D
S
S
S
S
-
S
S
S
S
D
D
D
D
D
S
S
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Commercial, bridge-to-bridge Yes
Port Operations Yes
Inter-ship
Digital Selective Calling - DSC
Port Operations
Inter-ship
Inter-ship
Yes
------
Yes
Yes
Yes
Port Operations
Port Operations
Port Operations
Yes
Yes
Yes
Inter-ship Yes
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Public Correspondence, Port Op No
Port Operations No
Port Operations No
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
Yes
------
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
SHIP-SHIP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PORT OPS
PORT OPS
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
PHONE-PORTOP
SHIP-SHIP
PORT OPS
SHIP-SHIP
DSC
PORT OPS
SHIP-SHIP
SHIP-SHIP
PORT OPS
PORT OPS
PORT OPS
2
3
3
1 1W only
1 1W only
Special Notes on EU International Channel Usage
1 . LOW POWER (1W) only.
2 . Channel 70 is designated for use exclusively for Digital Selective Calling (DSC), such as
Distress, Safety, and Ship Calls. No voice communication is allowed on CH70.
This channel is only available on DSC enabled radios.
3 . Maybe Duplex in some regions
KEY: S = Simplex operating channel; D = Duplex operating channel.
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D-2 Inland Waterways Country Specific table - ATIS ON
11
71
12
72 a) r)
13 f)
73 f) g)
14 q)
74 a)
07 a)
67 a) c)
08 a) q)
68 a)
09 a) b) c)
69 a)
10 e)
70 a)
60 a)
01 a)
61 a)
02 a)
62 a)
03 a)
63 a)
04 a)
64 a)
05 a)
65 a)
06 a) b)
66 a)
15 h)
75 o)
16 i)
76 j) d) o)
17 h)
For specific channel information for your country, please refer to local authorities.
CH SPECIFIC FOOT-
NOTES
156.55
156.575
156.6
156.625
156.65
156.675
156.7
156.725
156.35
156.375
156.4
156.425
156.45
156.475
156.5
156.525
156.025
156.05
TRANSMITTING
FREQUENCY (MHZ)
SHIP LAND
156.075
160.625
160.65
160.675
156.1
156.125
156.15
156.175
156.2
160.7
160.725
160.75
160.775
160.8
156.225
156.25
156.275
156.3
156.325
160.825
160.85
160.875
156.3
160.925
156.75
156.775
156.8
156.825
156.85
156.75
156.775
156.8
156.825
156.85
156.55
156.575
156.6
156.625
156.65
156.675
156.7
156.725
160.95
156.375
156.4
156.425
156.45
156.475
156.5
156.525
SHIP-TO-SHIP x x
SHIP-TO PORT NAUTICAL
INFORMATION x
Digital selective calling for distress, safety and calling x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x
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22
82 l) m)
23 m)
83 a) m)
24 m)
84 m)
25 m)
85 a) m)
26 m)
86 a) m)
27 m)
87 a) d)
28 m)
88 a) p)
AIS 1 a) n)
AIS 2 a) n)
77 a) k)
18
78
19
79 a)
20
80
21 a)
81 a)
157.1
157.125
157.15
157.175
157.2
157.225
157.25
157.275
157.3
157.325
157.35
157.375
157.4
157.425
161.975
162.025
156.875
156.9
156.925
156.95
156.975
157
157.025
157.05
157.075
161.7
161.725
161.75
161.775
161.8
161.825
161.85
161.875
161.9
161.925
161.95
157.375
162
157.425
161.975
162.025
156.875
161.5
161.525
161.55
161.575
161.6
161.625
161.65
161.675
x
General remarks to Country Specific table:
1 The channels for service categories ship-to-ship and nautical information may also be used for vessel traffic -sys tems by traffic centres.
2 In some countries, frequencies certain channels are used for an other service category or other radio services. These countries are Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, the
Federal Republic of Yugosla via, Hun gary, Moldova, Romania, the Russian Federation, the Slovak Republic, the Czech Republic (with exemption of channels 08, 09, 72,
74 and 86), Ukraine and the Federal Republic of Yugosla via. The Administra tions concerned should make any possible attempt to make these fre quencies channels as soon as possible available for the radiotelephone service on Inland Waterways and/or the required service catego ry.
x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x
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Explanation of specific footnotes in Country Specific table: a. In the countries mentioned under remark 2, it is strictly prohibited to use this channel.
b. This channel is not allowed to be used between Rhine km 150 and km 350.
c. In the Netherlands, this channel is used by for its on-scene communi cations during safety operati ons on the North Sea, IJsselmeer, Wadden zee, Ooster- and Wester schelde.
d. This channel may also be used for piloting, mooring, tugging and for other nautical purposes.
e. This channel is the first ship-to-ship channel, unless the competent authority has designated an other channel. In the countries mentioned under remark 2, it is allowed that the output power is set to a value between 6 and 25 W until 1 January 2005.
f. In the countries mentioned under remark 2, this channel is used for service category ship-to-port authorities.
g. In the Netherlands, this channel is used by its national coastgu ard for communicati ons during oil pollution operations on the North Sea and for safety messages for the North
Sea, Wadden zee, IJsselmeer, Ooster- and Westerschelde. h. This channel may be used only for service category on-board communications.
i. This channel may be used only for communications between sea going vessels and participating land stations in case of distress and safety communica ti ons within the maritime sea-areas. In the countries mentioned under remark 2, this channel may be used only for distress, safety and calling.
j. The output power shall be reduced automatically to a value between 0.5 and 1 W.
k. This channel may be used for communications with a social charac ter.
l. In the Netherlands and Belgium, this channel may be used for trans mit ting mes sages concerning bunkering and victualling. The output power has to be reduced manually to a value between 0.5 and 1 W.
m. This channel may also be used for public correspondence. n. This channel will be used for an automatic ship identifi cation and surveillance sys tem
(AIS) capable of providing worldw ide operating on seas and Inland Waterways.
o. The availability of this channel is on a voluntary basis. All existing equipment shall be capable to of operating on this channel within a ten-year period after the entry into force of this Arrangement.
p. After permission of the competent authority, this channel may be used only for spe cial events on a temporary basis.
q. In the Czech Republic this channel is used for service category nautical information.
r. In the Czech Republic this channel is used for service category ship-to-port authorities.
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D-3 Special Channels
2
00 1
M1
M2
CH SEND
(MHz)
156.000
157.425
161.425
31 157.550
96H 162.425
F1
F2
F3
L1
L2
L3
155.500
155.525
155.650
155.625
155.775
155.825
AIS1 161.975
AIS2 162.025
155.500
155.525
155.650
155.625
155.775
155.825
161.975
162.025
RECEIVE
(MHz)
156.000
157.850
161.425
162.150
162.425
TRAFFIC TYPE
UK Coast Guard Users
UK Marina Channel M1
UK Marina Channel M2
INT’L, Duplex (Holland)
INT’L (Belgium)
INT’L (Skandinavia)
INT’L (Skandinavia)
INT’L (Skandinavia– not in Denmark)
INT’L (Skandinavia)
INT’L (Skandinavia)
INT’L (Skandinavia) call back
AIS1
AIS2
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
-----
-----
Yes
Yes
SHIP
TO SHIP
Yes
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
-----
-----
Yes
Yes
Yes
SHIP TO
SHORE
Yes
Yes
NAME TAG
UK COAST GRD
UK MARINA
UK MARINA
NL MARINA
BEL G MARINA
LEISURE 1
LEISURE 2
LEISURE3
FISHING 1
FISHING 2
FISHING 3
-----
-----
Note:
1. Lightly Shaded Simplex channel CH00 is only available in the UK to Coast Guard users with written authorization.
2. The special channels above maybe fitted to your radio. These are only licensed for use in the country indicated. No attempt should be made to use them in any other country.
Countries of Intended use in the EU:
AT - Austria
BE - Belgium
BG - Bulgaria
CY - Cyprus
CZ - Czech Republic
DK - Denmark
EE - Estonia
FI - Finland
FR - France
DE - Germany
GR - Greece
HU - Hungary
IS - Iceland
IE - Ireland
IT - Italy
LI - Liechtenstein
LV - Latvia
LT - Lithuania
LU - Luxembourg
MT - Malta
NL - Netherlands
NO - Norway
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PL - Poland
PT - Portugal
RO - Romania
SK - Slovakia
SI - Slovenia
ES - Spain
SE - Sweden
CH - Switzerland
TR - Turkey
UK - United Kingdom
Notes:
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