Thrane and Thrane A S TU5160 Sailor System 5000 150W GMDSS MF/HF SSB DSC NBDP User Manual 98 124350 THR 0 pmd

Thrane & Thrane A/S Sailor System 5000 150W GMDSS MF/HF SSB DSC NBDP 98 124350 THR 0 pmd

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SAILOR CU5100 MF/HF RadiotelephoneUSER MANUAL
IntroductionCongratulations on your new SAILOR CU5100 MF/HF maritime radio telephone with built-inDSC (Digital Selective Calling) system, fulfilling the highest international standards formarine MF/HF communication and safety procedures. The transceiver is born with  a2187,5kHz DSC watch receiver forming an ideal system for MF GMDSS installations. Thetransceiver can easily be upgraded for 6 channel scanning DSC watch receiver and Telexoperation to comply with MF/HF requiements in sea area A3. If connected to a GPS or othermaritime navigation system it can automatically include the true UTC time and your positionin its DSC distress messages. For an explanation of DSC, see page 2.This SAILOR marine equipment is a part of the modular system 5000 which also includes aHF single sideband radiotelephone. SAILOR marine equipment is specially designed for theextremely rugged conditions on bord a ship, based on more than 50 years’ experience withall kinds of boats, from small pleasure crafts, over fishing boats working under all climaticconditions, to the biggest ships.SAILOR ®  is one of the worlds leading manufacturers of maritime radiocommunicationequipment - a position which has been maintained by means of constant and extensiveproduct development. We have a worldwide network of dealers with general agencies inmore than 80 countries. All our dealers are specially trained to service all your SAILOR ®products.About this manualThis manual is for the daily user of the system. Additionally, it includes a section on theinstallation procedures, and - on page iii - standard distress procedures. We highly recom-mend you to read the manual before you start using the equipment.Notice: There may be some minor differences in the graphic layout of the manual comparedto the physical device.DisclaimerAny responsibility or liability for loss or damage in connection with the use of this product andthe accompanying documentation is disclaimed by Thrane & Thrane. The information in thismanual is provided for information purposes only, is subject to change without notice, maycontain errors or inaccuracies, and represents no commitment whatsoever by Thrane &Thrane. This agreement is governed by the laws of Denmark.Manuals issued by Thrane & Thrane are periodically revised and updated. Anyone relying onthis information should satisfy himself/herself as to the most current version. Providers withaccess to Thrane & Thrane’s Extranet may obtain current copies of manuals at: http://extranet.thrane.com.Thrane & Thrane is not responsible for the content or accuracy of any translations orreproductions, in whole or in part, of this manual from any other source.i0725
iiAbbreviations used in this manualADDR AddressAGC Automatic Gain ControlAM Amplitude ModulationARQ Automatic Repetition reQuestCLRF ClarifyCU Control UnitDIRTLX Direct TelexDSC Digital Selective CallingETSI European Telecommunications Standards InstituteFEC Forward Error CorrectionGA Go AheadGMDSS Global Maritime Distress and Safety SystemGPS Global Positioning SystemHF High FrequencyH3E Single sideband - full carrierIMO International Maritime OrganisationIRS Information Receiving StationISS Information Sending StationITU International Telecommunication UnionJ3E Single sideband - no carrierMF Medium FrequencyMMSI Maritime Mobile Ship IdentificationMOM Just a moment pleaseMSG MessageNBDP Narrow Band Direct PrintingPTT Push-To-TalkRF-G Receiver Frequency GainRx ReceiveSSB Single Side BandTEL TelephonyTx TransmitUTC Co-ordinated Universal TimeVHF Very High FrequencyWRU Who Are You0725
Quick DSC distress call(only for emergency use)1. If necessary, switch on by pressing the ON/OFF button 2. Lift up the lid covering the orange   key and press for 3 seconds.3. The distress will be accompanied by a sound.Distress message is sent at the continuous tone.4. Unless stopped manually, by pressing the CANCEL softkey or switching the unit off, thedistress call is automatically repeated every 3½-4½ minutes until distress acknowledge-ment is received.Wait for distress acknowledgement and start mayday procedure. If an alarm panel isconnected the MF/HF DISTRESS button on this unit will have the same functionality. Allfurther handling should continue in front of your main MF/HF DSC.Mayday procedureWhen DSC distress acknowledgement is received after you have pressed DISTRESS, or ifyou otherwise need to commence distress traffic via radiotelephony on the distress trafficfrequency, follow this procedure:• the distress signal MAYDAY, spoken three times;• the words THIS IS;• the NAME of the vessel in distress, spoken three times;• the CALL SIGN or other identification;• the MMSI if needed;• the POSITION given as the LATITUDE and LONGITUDE or with respect to knowngeographical location,• the NATURE of the distress;• the kind of ASSISTANCE required; and• any other useful INFORMATIONUpon reception of a DSC distress alert from another ship in distress, you should acknowl-edge the receipt by radiotelephony on the distress traffic frequency, by doing the following:• the distress signal MAYDAY;• the words THIS IS;• the NAME of the vessel in distress, spoken three times;• the NAME or other identification of own ship, spoken three times;• “RECEIVED MAYDAY”.Transmission of DSC distress alert on MF/HF (2, 4, 6, 8, 12, 16 MHz)2187.5 kHz, 4207.5 kHz, 6312.0 kHz, 8414.5 kHz, 12577.0 kHz, 16804.5 kHz0725iii
12345678 910The MF/HF at a glance(CU5100)1. Display.2. Dimming button.3. Mode button.Toggles betweenSSB TELEPHONY,AM BROADCAST,DSC,TELEX (Option) andSSB REMOTE4. Menu button.Access to the menu system. 5. Keyboard.6. Loudspeaker.7. DISTRESS button.Protected by shield. To use,lift the shield and press for 3 seconds.8. Soft keys. The function of each key is described inits respective field in the display aboveeach key.9. Adjust/Tune. Multi purpose rotary knob.Controls backlight, frequency and RXtune range.10. ON/OFF / VOLUME controliv0725
10725ContentsIntroduction ............................................................................................................................. iiiAbout this manual ................................................................................................................ iiiAbbreviations used in this manual ..................................................................................... ivQuick DSC distress call ........................................................................................................... vMayday procedure .................................................................................................................... vThe MF/HF at a glance (CU5100) ........................................................................................... vi1 MF/HF Fundamental info ................................................................................................... 32 Basic functions .................................................................................................................. 42.1 Powering MF/HF ......................................................................................................... 42.2 Speaker volume .......................................................................................................... 42.3 Switches loudspeaker On/Off ..................................................................................... 42.4 Change output power ................................................................................................. 42.5 Squelch On/Off ........................................................................................................... 42.6 Dimming ...................................................................................................................... 52.7 Change mode.............................................................................................................. 52.8 How to operate the menu ........................................................................................... 52.9 How to make a call to a coast station ........................................................................ 62.10 Telephony display functions ....................................................................................... 63 Voice call operation ........................................................................................................... 73.1 Operating MF/HF radio communication ..................................................................... 73.2 Listening for calls from a coast station ....................................................................... 73.3 Enter Rx/Tx frequency ................................................................................................ 83.4 Channel entry .............................................................................................................. 93.5 Select a channel from the station table .................................................................... 113.6 Re-tune the Antenna tuner ....................................................................................... 124 DSC operation .................................................................................................................. 134.1 DSC main .................................................................................................................. 134.2 DSC setup ................................................................................................................. 144.3 Receiving a Distress Call ......................................................................................... 164.4 Receiving an Individual call ...................................................................................... 174.5 Sending a test call .................................................................................................... 194.6 Calling a coast station .............................................................................................. 214.7 Calling a ship ............................................................................................................ 234.8 Sending an area call ................................................................................................. 254.9 Repeat a call ............................................................................................................. 274.10 DSC call menu .......................................................................................................... 285 User setup ......................................................................................................................... 316 Telex operation ................................................................................................................. 326.1 Telex setup................................................................................................................ 326.2 Simple telex operation .............................................................................................. 336.3 Telex via data terminal ............................................................................................. 38
207257 Data call ............................................................................................................................ 398 Scanning ........................................................................................................................... 409 Watch keeping receiver ................................................................................................... 419.1 Watch receiver setup ................................................................................................ 4110 Menu tree .......................................................................................................................... 4211 Installation ........................................................................................................................ 4311.1 Compass safe distance ............................................................................................ 4311.2 Dimensions and weight ............................................................................................ 43
3Basic07251 MF/HF Fundamental infoPropagation of MF and HF Radio Waves.MF/HF radiocommunications provide a medium and long range service. The 1.6-4 MHzmarine band is intended primarily for coastal operation beyond normal VHF communicationrange. A reliable range of more than 150 nautical miles can be expected in most areas in thedaytime, more in the nighttime. Propagation of the radio waves in this band is mainly byground waves i.e. the waves from the transmitter aerial follow the earth’s curvature to thereceiver aerial. The high frequency range 4 - 30 MHz can provide communication forhundreds or even thousands of nautical miles. The long range is achieved by sky wavesreflected from the ionosphere. Propagation of the radio waves depends on a number offactors such as frequency, time of day, time of year, and solar activity. The channelsallocated to the maritime mobile service in the HF range are divided into a number of bands:4, 6, 8, 12, 16, 18, 22, 25 MHz to allow a suitable frequency band to be selected for commu-nication dependent on distance and time of day.RadiotelephonyThe mode of emission used for telephony transmissions in the marine bands is SSB (single-sideband, J3E). On the international distress frequency 2182 kHz compatible AM (amplitudemodulation, H3E) may be used in addition for communication with non-GMDSS ships. AMmode is used also when receiving broadcasting. The frequencies for radiotelephone distressand safety traffic in the HF bands are 4125 kHz, 6215 kHz, 8291 kHz, 12290 kHz, and 16420kHz. Working frequencies for public correspondence with coast stations are arranged in pairsfor duplex/semi-duplex operation. For the HF bands these channels are allocated numbersby ITU on an international basis. In addition a number of simplex frequencies are available ineach band for ship-to-ship communication.RadiotelexMarine telex is also referred to as (NBDP) ‘Narrow Band Direct Printing’. Due to the narrowbandwidth of the transmissions, a longer range may be expected compared to radiote-lephony. The frequencies for radiotelex distress and safety traffic are 2174.5 kHz, 4177.5kHz, 6268 kHz, 8376.5 kHz, 12520 kHz, and 16695 kHz. Working frequencies for publiccorrespondence with coast stations are arranged in pairs. For the HF bands these channelsare allocated numbers by ITU on an international basis. In addition a number of simplexfrequencies are available in each band for ship-to-ship communication.DSCDSC (Digital Selective Calling) is an automatic calling system which allows a specific stationto be contacted and made aware that a station wishes to communicate with it. In addition tocalls to specific stations the system can also be used to call groups of ships and this is ofsignificance for its use for DSC distress alerting. DSC is an alerting signal only and thecommunication which follows the call is made on an appropriate frequency band usingradiotelephony or radiotelex. The frequencies for DSC distress and safety calling are 2187.5kHz, 4207.5 kHz, 6312 kHz, 8414.5 kHz, 12577 kHz, and 16804.5 kHz. Calling frequenciesfor public correspondence with coast stations are arranged in pairs, both international andnational frequencies are assigned. In addition the frequency 2177 kHz may be used for ship-to-ship calling.
4Basic07252 Basic functions2.1 Powering MF/HFThe MF/HF is turned on by a single press on the ON/OFF/Volume button.The MF/HF is turned off by pressing the ON/OFF/Volume button for 4 seconds.Always indicated by a count down window in the information display, except if theradio is powered down in distress mode.Any connected devices (Alarm Panel, Handset, Control Units) will be operationalonly if the MF/HF is powered.Start-up display is last used mode.Note: The equipment should always be switched on while at sea in order tomaintain continuous DSC watch.2.2 Speaker volumeThe volume in the loudspeaker (internal and external) is adjusted by turning theVOLUME control. The volume level is visualized in the display. The volume canbe adjusted to a mute mode by turning the volume control left.2.3 Switches loudspeaker On/OffSwitches loudspeaker on/offThe loudspeaker symbol in the display will show if the loudspeaker is on or off.   2.4 Change output powerChanges between ‘HIGH POWER’ and ‘LOW POWER’.DSC and Telex calls are automatically sent in ‘HIGH POWER’. 2.5 Squelch On/OffChanges between squelch on and off, indicated in the telephony display by‘SQUELCH’ and squelch off (no indication). When squelch is on the receiver ismuted in speech pauses.Squelch is automatically set to off by a change of RX frequency except duringscanning.Squelch is automatically set to on when scanning is activated and to off whenscanning is deactivated.May be switched on and off during scanning.Always off in AM and SSB Remote mode.
5Basic07252.6 DimmingTo adjust backlight intensity the dim button is pressed.2.7 Change modeWith the mode button different operation modes can be selected.Toggle the button to choose between SSB TELEPHONY, AM BROADCAST,DSC, TELEX(Option) and SSB REMOTE.Note: When in AM BROADCAST mode the transceiver cannot be keyed.2.8 How to operate the menuPress the Menu buttonMain menu:The 4 soft keys at the bottom of the display will havedifferent functionality depending of the menu items.Navigate the menu by using up- and down key.Press OK when the select bar is at the preferred menuitem.Press CANCEL if you want to leave the main menu.Quick select:In the main menu it is also possible to select a menu itemby pressing the corresponding number key on the keypad.In a sub menuPress any soft key to choose operation.Press cancel to return to previous menu.
6Basic07252.9 How to make a call to a coast stationWait until transmission of the traffic list has finished and the channel is free. Call the coaststation on the working frequency on which the traffic list was received or as instructed by thecoast station.• Hook off the handset.• Press the PTT key on the handset when speaking.Say:• <Called station’s name (3 times)>• ‘This is’ <Your ship’s name (3 times)>• ‘Over’• Release the PTT key to listen.• When answered:Follow the instructions from the coast station. The coast station may ask for further identifica-tion, information on position and next port of call, and may suggest another working channelfor the traffic to follow. If the coast station is not ready to receive traffic immediately it mayask you to wait for a specific number of minutes.PTT only when you are talking. If on a simplex channel (in other words, a channelthat can carry only one transmission at a time), always say “Over” just beforereleasing.2.10 Telephony display functions
7Detail07253 Voice call operation3.1 Operating MF/HF radio communicationThe MF/HF is operated by means of a handset.To bring the MF/HF in transmission mode the handset must be hooked off and the PTTbutton on the handset has to be pressed. Transmission is indicated by the lighted TXindicator.Receive mode is always reached by releasing the PTT button.PTTPTTPress PTTRelease PTThooked offhooked onHandsetHandsetTransmit and receive is performed on the frequencies or channels shown in the telephonedisplay.3.2 Listening for calls from a coast stationCoast stations transmit traffic lists consisting of call signs/names of the ships for which theyhave traffic.The traffic lists are sent at specified times and at intervals of typically two hours. They arebroadcasted on the normal working frequencies from the coast station. Ships should, as faras possible, listen to the traffic lists transmitted by relevant coast stations. On hearing theircall sign they should establish communication as soon as they can do so.1. Select the appropriate station.2. Select the channel on which traffic lists are transmitted.3. Switch loudspeaker on and adjust volume to an appropriate level.On HF verbal traffic lists are transmitted in more frequency bands simultaneously. Search forthe channel with the best propagation conditions.
8Basic07253.3 Enter Rx/Tx frequencyPress RX to enter a new Rx frequency.Enter the new frequency via the keyboard or roll up and down with the Adjust/Tune knob.Complete by pressing Enter.Pressing the ENTER softkey is equal to pressing OKPress TX to enter a new Tx frequency.Enter the new frequency and complete by pressing Enter.Pressing the Rx softkey copies Rx frequency to the Tx.Pressing the Tx softkey copies Tx frequency to the Rx.Pressing the   softkey deletes last entry.Pressing the CANCEL softkey resets the display.RX tuneTo fine tune the Rx value turn the Adjust/Tune knob or press the RX TUNE soft key.Pressing RANGE softkey more times will toggle the detail of tuning (10Hz, 100Hz or 1kHz)Turn the Adjust/Tune knob to fine tune the value or use the   and   softkeys.Last digit always interpreted as “10Hz “- digit.Use softkey   and   to fine tune thevalue
9Basic07253.4 Channel entry3.4.1 Select a channelThe MF/HF control unit has all ITU channels preprogrammed in a channel table. Thesechannels starts at Ch 241 and ends at Ch 2517.Channel 1 to 199 are reserved as user channels.Press Ch and key in an existing channel number.Complete by pressing Enter or by pressing the ENTER softkey.The channel number is displayed in the display.Use softkey   and   to scroll throughthe channel numbers.
10Basic07253.4.2 Store a channelSelect the desired RX frequency, TX frequency and mode setting.Press Ch and key in a channel number between 1 and 199. softkey, deletes the previous entrySTORE softkey, stores the channelCANCEL softkey, selects the previous displayIf the channel number is free, press the STORE softkey to store the channel.3.4.3 Delete a channelTo delete a channel first access the channel by pressing Ch and key in thechannel number between 1 and 199, complete by pressing Enter or by pressingthe ENTER softkey. The DELETE softkey is available. softkey, deletes theprevious entryPress DELETE softkey to delete thechannel.CANCEL softkey, selects the previous displayCANCEL softkey, selects the previous displayConfirm by pressing OK.
11Basic07253.4.4 Replace a channelSelect the desired RX frequency, TX frequency and mode setting.Press Ch and key in a channelnumber between 1 and 199.Press the REPLACE softkey to store thechannel. softkey, deletes theprevious entryREPLACE softkey, to convert to thenew RX and TX frequencies.CANCEL softkey, selects the previous display3.5 Select a channel from the station tablePress the STATION softkey in the Telephony display.Station names are shownSteps to the previous/next stationin alphabetic orderCANCEL softkey, selects the previous display Selects the stationSteps to the previous/next stationCANCEL softkey, selects the previous displaySelects the station andreturns to telephony displayChannels allocated the selected station isshownThe radio is ready for use on the selected channel.For programming stations, please refer to menu tree.
12Basic07253.6 Re-tune the Antenna tunerPress the button ‘0’ for re-tuning the antenna tuner.Also TX tuning is done automatically the first time the transmitter is keyed on anew frequency and before any DSC transmission.
13Detail07254 DSC operation4.1 DSC mainPress the Menu buttonUsing the Down key and press OK when the select bar is at the preferred menu, or use quickselect.DSC CALL - Alternative press Mode button until DSC mode, and press DSC CALL softkey.DSC CALLSelect 1. DSC CALL. Opens DSC transmitter menu. From here it is possible to make routinecalls COAST STATION, SHIP and special calls AREA, DISTRESS, INDIVIDUAL andGROUP calls.DSC LOGSelect 2. DSC LOG. Opens a menu to the DSC LOG where DSC calls are stored. In thismenu, received distress calls, other received calls and transmitted calls, sorted by time canbe read separately.  Received calls are deleted after 48 hours.DSC ADDRESS BOOKSelect 3. DSC ADDRESS BOOK. Opens the DSC address book menu. An address book callis a complete DSC call given a name. Its possible to transmit, add or delete calls.
14Detail0725Use CHANGE softkey - to change setupUse CANCEL softkey - to return to previous displayChange LAT/LON - to manually enter position if no GPS positionChange UTC - to set real time clock if no GPS time and dateTIME and POS disappear when information is updated via the NMEA interface.If not updated via the NMEA interface UTC time and date must be set manually each timethe equipment is switched on.An alarm is given if position data is not received via the NMEA interface for 5 minutes. In thiscase position information must be entered manually. In case of manual input an alarm isgiven when the position information is more than 4 hours old. Any position information isdeleted if not updated for  23½ hours.4.2 DSC setupPress the Menu buttonSelect 5. SETUP.Select 1. DSC SETUP.Steps to the next
15Detail0725Set answer back modeAUTO ACKNOWLEDGEMENT = ON:Transmission of acknowledgement is initiated automatically when a direct call, polling orposition request call is received.AUTO ACKNOWLEDGEMENT = OFF:Manuel acknowledgement only. Direct calls initiated by the ship can be carried through;direct calls from coast stations cannot (factory default).Note: The purpose is to enable the user to prevent automatic transmissions, e.g. when theship is in port.Set auto position transmitAUTO POSITION RESPONSE = ON:Position information is included in direct calls and position request acknowledgementsAUTO POSITION RESPONSE = OFF:Position information is excluded in direct calls and position request acknowledgements
16Detail07254.3 Receiving a Distress CallThe DSC Watch Receiver keeps continuous watch on the distress and safety frequency2187.5 kHz. Reception of a distress or urgency call is indicated by a specific sound signalwhich continues until a key is pressed.Additional DSC channels can be used if 6-channel scan has been enabled, see chapter 8.Ships receiving a distress alert from another ship should prepare for receiving the subse-quent distress communication on the telephony distress frequency in the same band in whichthe DSC call was received.Press to read the callSelect distresscall optionsSelects older/newer callReturns to previous telephony displayReturns to previous telephony displayWait for a short interval in order to give a coast station time to acknowledge the DSC distressalert first. Then, if within range and able to assist, acknowledge the receipt of the distressalert by radiotelephony:Press the handset key and say:• the distress signal MAYDAY;• the words THIS IS;• the NAME of the vessel in distress, spoken three times;• the NAME or other identification of own ship, spoken three times;• “RECEIVED MAYDAY”.Press to connect
17Detail07254.4 Receiving an Individual callWhen the transceiver is not used for traffic, scanning should be activated to keep watch onone or more DSC frequencies used for public correspondence and general ship-to-shipcommunication.Reception of an individual routine call addressed to the ship is indicated by a sound signalwhich continues until the call is acted upon. The call alarm sound level setting can bechanged, see the Menu tree.Stops alarm soundDisplays the contents ofthe callPress ACK or lift handsetThe call should be answered by sending a DSC Acknowledgement within 4½ minutes.LIFT HANDSET TO ACKNOWLEDGE and ACK is shown if SSB telephony and legalfrequencies are indicated in the call. Lifting the handset or pressing the softkey in this casewill initiate transmission of an acknowledgement containing the mode and frequencies fromthe received call.Returns to previous telephony displayStops transmission and returns to theprevious displayTransmission of the DSC acknowledgementtakes approx. 8 seconds. Then the equip-ment is automatically set to the mode andworking frequencies from the acknowledge-ment, and voice communication can start.When handset is placed on hook theequipment returns to previous telephonysetting.
18DetailDirect Dial Calls:Some coast stations provide automatic connection from the public switched telephonenetwork allowing a telephone subscriber to call the ship directly without operator interventionat the coast station.Note: Auto Acknowledgement must be On to allow automatic connection, see DSC StatusDisplay.An acknowledgement is initiated immediately when a Direct Dial call is received. Thehandset should be lifted off hook within 1 minute which will initiate a DSC call on the workingfrequency. This call is used by the coast station for channel quality evaluation. Whenacknowledgement is received telephone conversation can start.When the handset is placed on hook after a Direct Dial call a DSC call indicating ‘End of call’is send to terminate the connection.The coast station may respond with a DSCall indicating the chargeable duration of theconnection.0725
19Detail4.5 Sending a test callThis call type is intended for test of the DSC system on distress and safety frequencies.Press the Menu button.Select OK Select TEST CALLtypeInsert the number in the callBackspace, deletes last digitSelects a submenu where a prepro-grammed coast station can be selectedKey in the nine digit MMSI number of the nearest coast station which can accept and reply toDSC test calls.Navigate the menu by using Up-and Down key
20DetailSelect the DSCfrequencies Start transmission ofthe callTransmission of a DSC call on MF/HF takes approx. 8 seconds. The coast station shouldanswer the call by sending a DSC Acknowledgement within 4 1/2 minutes. No furthercommunication is intended to take place.Steps between DSCdistress frequenciesDisplays the contents ofthe acknowledgement0725
21Detail4.6 Calling a coast stationPress the Menu button andselect 1. DSC CALLInsert the numberin the call Select the DSCfrequencySteps between DSC frequenciesSome coast stations provide automatic connection with the public switched telephonenetwork.To use this facility select PHONE NO and key in the telephone number. Otherwise:Key in the nine digit MMSI number of the wanted coast station.Selects a submenu where a pre-programmed coast station can beselectedSelect individualroutine call typeBackspace,deletes last figureSelect COAST STATIONcall type0725
22DetailIf the MMSI number is found in the station list, the frequencies are selected from the DSCfrequencies of the station if any; otherwise from the list of non distress DSC frequencies. IfDSC frequencies were selected from the Telephony display prior to the call these are default.Distress frequencies cannot be selected in any way.Transmission of a DSC call on MF/HF takes approx. 8 seconds. The Coast station if able tocomply will answer the call within 4½ minutes by sending a DSC Acknowledgement contain-ing information on working frequencies for the subsequent traffic. When acknowledgement isreceived lift the handset to set the radio to the working frequencies.Start transmission ofthe callDisplays the contents ofthe acknowledgementSets mode and frequency asindicated in the acknowledgementIf no acknowledgement is received within 5 minutes, the equipment returns to the previoustelephony display and starts scanning if selected.Direct Dial Calls:If a phone number was included in the call then immediately after reception of the acknowl-edgement the DSC call is repeated on the working frequency. This call may be used by thecoast station for channel quality evaluation. If the channel quality evaluation indicates thatcommunication will be satisfactory, the coast station sends a DSC acknowledgement andstarts dialing the subscriber number. Dialing tones may be heard in the speaker or handset.When the handset is placed on hook after a Direct Dial call a DSC call indicating ‘End of call’is send to terminate the connection.The coast station may respond with a DSC call indicating the chargeable duration of theconnection.0725
23Detail4.7 Calling a shipPress the Menu button andselect 1. DSC CALL.select 2. SHIP.Insert the workingfrequencies in the call Select the DSCfrequencySteps between DSC frequenciesKey in the nine digit MMSI number of the wanted ship.Insert the numberin the callBackspace, deletes last digitA working channel shall be proposed when calling another ship.Selects telephony display forchange of working frequencies0725
24DetailDisplays the contents ofthe acknowledgementSets mode andfrequency as indicated inthe acknowledgementNormally 2177 kHz is used for intership DSC calls. In addition user programmed DSCfrequencies may be selected. If DSC frequencies were selected from the Telephony displayprior to the call these are default. Distress frequencies cannot be selected in any way.Transmission of a DSC call on MF/HF takes approx. 8 seconds. The called ship is supposedto answer the call within 4½ minutes by sending a DSC Acknowledgement containinginformation on working frequencies for the subsequent traffic. When acknowledgement isreceived lift the handset to set the radio to the working frequencies.Starts transmissionof the callIf no acknowledgement is received within 5 minutes, the equipment returns to the previoustelephony display and starts scanning if selected.0725
25Detail4.8 Sending an area callThis call type is used for announcing a vital safety or urgency message.Press the Menu button andselect 1. DSC CALLselect 3. AREAEnter area radius(nm) SelectSteps between SAFETYand URGENCYSelect SelectSteps between S/N Steps between E/W softkey, delete theprevious entry0725
26DetailWhen transmission ceases the equipment is set to SSB telephony and the working frequen-cies indicated in the call.Transmit the safety message as follows:• SECURITE, spoken three times;• ALL STATIONS, spoken three times;• the words THIS IS;• the NAME or other identification of own ship• the MMSI if needed;• the text of the safety messageReturns to the previous telephony setting, by an off-to-on hook transition.Starts transmissionof the callReturns to the previousdisplayUse softkey   and   to selectmodeSteps betweenDSC frequenciesInsert the TX workingfrequency in the callSelects the telephonydisplay for change ofworking frequenciesThe working frequency for safety calls is normally the distress and safety frequency in thesame band as the DSC call, i.e. 2182 kHz on MF.Select the DSCfrequencies0725
27Detail4.9 Repeat a callPress the Menu buttonand select 2. DSC LOGSelect TX call logSelects non-distress RX call logSelects Distress RX call logReturns to previous displayRE-SEND starttransmission of the callThe TX calls log has capacity for storing 20 transmitted calls. The oldest call is deleted whenthe capacity is exceeded.RE-SEND does not appear for acknowledgement calls and distress format and categorycalls.0725
28Detail4.10 DSC call menuMENU1. DSC CALL1. COAST STATION 1. WITH PHONE NO MMSI Phone no DSC freq2. WITHOUT NO MMSI DSC freq2. SHIP MMSI Working freq DSC freq3. AREA RADIUS DIST RESS SSB TELEPHONYPOS URGENCY NO INFORMA TION Working freq DSC freqSAFETY4. DISTRESS 1. AL ERT POS DSC freq2. RELAY COA ST STA ION MMSI Ship in distress Nature of distress *  Position DSC freqA REA RA DIUS MMSI Natur e of  dis tr es s *  Pos ition DSC freqPOS5. INDIV IDUAL MMSI DISTRESS SSB TELEPHONY NO INFORMATIONROUTINE NO INFORMA TION FREQUENCY DSC freqSA FETY UNABLE TO COMPLY POSITIONURGENCY POLLING DSC freqPOSITION REQUEST6. GROUP MMSI Working freq DSC freq7. TEST CALL 1. COAST STATION MMSI DSC freq2. SHIP MMSI DSC freq*) Nature of distress:FIRE, EXPLOSION, FLOODING, COLLISION,  GROUNDING,  DANGER OF CA PSIZ ING, SINKING, DISA BLED A ND A DRIFT, UNDESIGNA TED ( def au lt) ,A BA NDONING SHIP, PIRA CY , MA N OV ERBOA RD, EPIRB EMISSION ( Dis tr es s  Relay  only )0725
31Detail07255 User setupThere is a number of special setups available as shown in the setup menu. To change asetup:Press the Menu button and select 5. SETUPSelects the typeSteps up or down betweenselectable setupsReturns to previous menu
32Detail07256 Telex operationFor the MF/HF products a Telex option is available. The Telex option is enabled by enteringof a pin-code (key) into the MF/HF transceiver. This pin code is uniquely matched to theserial number of the MF/HF transceiver, i.e. one specific pin code will enable the telex optionin one specific MF/HF transceiver only.Once in possession of the required pin code the telex option is enabled from the menu pointTelex setup in the Setup menu. The 10-digit pin code is entered from the transceiver keypad.When the pin code has been entered and the telex option enabled, the telex feature remainspermanently available for selection.6.1 Telex setupPress the Menu button andselect  5. SETUPselect 5. TELEX SETUPPress CHANGE to enableReturns to previous menu
33Detail07256.2 Simple telex operation6.2.1 KeyboardKeyboard Indicator Lamps‘Standby’ Steady light indicates that the terminal is ready.Flashing light indicates that the printer is off or out-of-paper or themodem is busy/inhibited. Telex mode must be selected in thefrequency display of the CU.‘Tx’ Steady light indicates that a radiotelex transmission is in progress.Steady light in ARQ communication indicates tx mode.Flashing indicates phasing/ rephasing (‘Called’ lamp flashes as well)or repetitions.‘Called’ Steady light indicates that a radiotelex call has been detected andreception is in progress.Steady light in ARQ communication indicates rx mode.Flashing indicates rephasing (‘Tx’ diode flashes as well).Keyboard Function KeysSelect CH (F1): Sets the frequencies of the transceiver in accordance with theselection of ITU coast station or ITU intership channel and the entryof ITU channel number.Call FEC (F2): Initiates a FEC transmission. Responds to the printer with a choice ofbroadcast or selective FEC. Choosing selective FEC requires entryof call code, before the transmission begins.Call ARQ (F3): Initiates an ARQ call. Responds by printing ‘ARQ call code?’,expecting the call code of the station to be called to be typed. Uponcarriage return (¬ Enter), the ARQ transmission begins.Edit Mesg (F4): Edits a message to be transmitted later.
34DetailSend Mesg (F5): Transmits (prints in Standby) the edited message.WRU (F6): During ARQ communication only: Requests the other station totransmit its answer-back code.DE (F7): Transmits own answer-back code, see the configuration printedwhen entering telex mode.Over (F8): Changes the direction of an ARQ connection.Break (F9): Terminates a connection. Responds by printing ‘Breaking connec-tion’. If pressed during transmission of an edited message this isterminated. Press once more to terminate the connection.On/Off (F10): Switches the GMDSS telex On/Off. The ‘Standby’ keyboard indicatorlamps gives out steady light when the switch on process is finished.Call codes, MMSI number and answer back code are printed.Telex will automatically be turned on, when entering telex mode onthe control unit.If F10 is pressed while in a connection, the key press will have sameeffect as Break (F9).The following distress frequencies only takes effect when not in aconnection.2174.5 kHz (Ctrl+F1): Selects the distress frequency 2174.5 kHz.4177.5 kHz (Ctrl+F2): Selects the distress frequency 4177.5 kHz.6268 kHz (Ctrl+F3): Selects the distress frequency 6268.0 kHz.8376.5 kHz (Ctrl+F4): Selects the distress frequency 8376.5 kHz.12520 kHz (Ctrl+F5): Selects the distress frequency 12520.0 kHz.16695 kHz (Ctrl+F6): Selects the distress frequency 16695.0 kHz.Bell (Ctrl+F7) Transmits Bell character.6.2.2 Switching OnSwitch on the printer (The ‘Select’ printer indicator must be on). Select telex mode in theFrequency Display of the control unit, then telex will be started after 2 seconds. The delayallows the user to toggle through the modes without printing the configuration as describedbelow.The ‘Standby’ keyboard indicator lamp shines steady light when connection to the telexmodem is established and the following text appears on the printer (example):5-digit call code: 12345MMSI number: 123456789Abbreviated ID: 123456789 abcd x6.2.3 Switching OffWhen pressing the F10 key, radiotelex will be turned off and the standby lamp will turn off. Ifthe user is in a connection or sending a message, the key press will have same effect asBreak (F9).If radiotelex is switched off by pressing the mode button on the control unit, any currentconnection will be interrupted.0725
35Detail6.2.4 Channel selectionPress F1. The printer responds by printing:‘ITU Coast station / interShip channel (C/S)?:After pressing ‘C’ or ‘S’ as desired the channel number is requested and must be typed in.The validity of the channel number is checked.If the channel number does not exist this is indicated. If the channel number exists thecorresponding frequency pair is printed and the transceiver is set accordingly.The radiotelex distress and safety frequencies may be selected by simultaneously pressing‘Ctrl’ and the appropriate function key F1 to F6.6.2.5 Transmitting a messageBefore calling, it must be ensured that the transmission will not interfere with transmissionsalready in progress. Switch the loudspeaker on and listen on the selected channel.Press Call FEC or Call ARQ as desired and enter the call code of the station to be called.For communication between two stations the ARQ mode should be used. FEC is used tobroadcast a message.Before any message can be sent, wait until the connection has been established, or in thecase of FEC until the opening phase sequence has been transmitted. When the system isready for message transmission a “>” is printed and the Tx keyboard indicator shines steadylight.After a successful ARQ connection has been established, answerback codes may beexchanged by pressing the WRU and DE keys. A message may now be transmitted bypressing carriage return (¬Enter) followed by the message to be transmitted, either typed indirectly from the keyboard, or recalled from the text memory by pressing the Send Messagekey. Communication with coast stations must be in accordance with the procedures specifiedby the particular coast station. Where the appropriate facilities are provided by the coaststation, traffic may be exchanged with the land telex network. Having completed the trans-mission, an exchange of answer-back codes should take place. The radio connection isterminated by pressing the Break key.6.2.6 Editing a messageA text memory is used for storing a message for later transmission. The message can betransmitted one or more times. The message is printed out when the Send Message key ispressed in standby mode.A message can be entered into the text memory after pressing the Edit Message key instandby mode. Any previous contents of the text memory are printed out then it may besupplemented, corrected or deleted. The maximum size of a message is 4000 characters.Editing keys:Edit Mesg(F4)Selects edit-mode and prints the contents of the text memory.BackspaceDeletes the last character keyed in if it has not been printed.Insertfollowed by line number, selects a line. The contents of the line, ifany, are printed.0725
36DetailText may be added or deleted.DeleteDeletes the last word of the line Deletes message (after confirmation)if pressed after Edit (F4).Line numbers (10, 20, etc.) are added automatically when typing the message.6.2.7 Receiving a messageReception is possible whenever the terminal is on, indicated by steady light in the ‘Standby’keyboard indicator. The radio must be set to telex mode and to the desired working channel.When a call is detected the ‘Called’ keyboard indicator lamp is turned on. In case of paper-out during reception the connection is terminated.6.2.8 Example of FEC TransmissionAssuming the GMDSS telex terminal is in Standby and the radio is set up to telex mode andto the desired frequencies following a DSCDistress alert call, proceed as follows:Press Call FEC. The printer responds by printing:Broadcast FEC or Selective FEC (B/S)?Press the ‘B’ key. The printer responds by printing:Broadcast FEC call 2007-06-20 12:30:23, Tx 2174.5 kHz.The transmission starts, the ‘Tx’ keyboard indicator starts flashing and the control unitdisplay indicates that the transmitter is delivering RF output to the aerial. When the phasingsequence (including carriage return, line feed, letter shift) has been transmitted the ‘Tx’ lampshines steady light and the printer responds by printing:>The communication to follow must be in accordance with the procedures specified fordistress traffic and contain:•the distress signal ‘Mayday’;•the words ‘this is’;•the 9-digit identity and call sign or other identification of the ship,•the ship’s position if not included in the DSC distress alert;•the nature of distress;•any other information which may facilitate the rescue.The connection is terminated by pressing the Break key, then Standby keyboard indicatorlamp starts blinking. After a few seconds transmission stops, the Standby keyboard indicatorlamp shines steady and the terminal is ready to receive.0725
37Detail6.2.9 Example of ARQ Transmission to a Coast StationWhen the GMDSS telex terminal is on, indicated by the ‘Standby’ keyboard indicator lamp,and the radio is configured to the desired working channel (and, if requested by the coaststation, free signal can be heard in the speaker), press the Call ARQ key.The printer responds by printing:Enter ARQ call code:Type in the call code, e.g.: 0832If ok, press carriage return (<- Enter), (otherwise press Call ARQ again).The printer responds by printing:ARQ 0832 call, 2007-06-20 12:45:10,The transmission starts, the ‘Tx’ keyboard indicator lamp starts flashing and the control unitdisplay indicates that the transmitter is delivering RF output to the aerial. When successfulconnection has been established the ‘Tx’ keyboard indicator lamp shines steady light and theprinter responds by printing:>The exchange of answer-backs is initiated by the coast station. The answer-back code of thecalled station is printed:0832 AUTOTX DKXfollowed by a go ahead indication and a traffic direction change:GA+?If direct connection with a land telex subscriber is wanted, type:dirtlx54321+where 54321 is the telex number of the subscriber. The coast station responds with:MOMDialling follows automatically, and simultaneously the number selected is sent to the ship:54321When the connection is ready, the time, answer-back, “via Lyngby Radio” and “MSG+?” issent:07-06-20 12:4654321 ZYXW VIA LYNGBY RADIOMSG+?Send own answer-back by pressing the DE key:123456789 abcd xThe message is now transmitted by pressing carriage return (¬Enter) followed by themessage to be transmitted, either typed in directly from the keyboard, or recalled from thetext memory by pressing the MESSAGE key:this message is typed in directly from the keyboard or recalled from the text memory.0725
38DetailHaving completed the transmission, the answer-back code of the subscriber is requested bypressing the WRU key:X54321 ZYXWand own answer-back is sent by pressing the DE key:123456789 abcd xTo disconnect the land line type:kkkkThe coast station responds with:Time: 07-06-20 12:48Ship: 123456789 ABCD XSubscr: 54321Duration: 1.3GA+?A new land line connection may be made or the radio connection terminated by pressing theBreak key. After the end-of-communication procedure the transmission stops and the ‘Tx’keyboard indicator turns off.6.3 Telex via data terminal6.3.1 Radio Telex softwareBasically the system consists of the Radiotelex software and a Radiotelex module (modem).The Radiotelex software runs on a computer of one of the following types:• a marine PC,• a communication computer, or• an ordinary PC not using Windows. (Running DOS)Data terminal TT-3606E offers advanced but simple to use radio telex communication.The TT-3606E Telex terminal offers the following features:• Composing and transmitting online messaging• Transmitting pre-composed messages• Scanning for incoming telex calls (scan specific channels on specific hours)• Logging incoming Telex messagesComplete operators manual are included in the Radio telex Software package.0725
39Detail7 Data callData service via MF/HF is offered by various service providers utilizing their individualapplication hardware and software external to the MF/HF equipment.To operate data service the MF/HF radio must have been prior configured to allow operatorselection of Remote mode of operation.This paragraph refers only to the operational part on the radio side. For details on theoperation of the data service application equipment refer to the suppliers documentation.To prepare the MF/HF for a data call select Remote mode of operation by toggling the Modebutton until “Remote” is indicated in the display. Data calls may now be setup from theexternal data equipment.Having finalized the data call(s) revert to preferred mode of operation by toggling the Modebutton until required mode of operation is indicated in the display.0725
40Detail8 ScanningTo start scanning the “4” button is pressed.The last used scanning type is selected and squelch is set to on when scanning is activated.Speaker is set to on if the scanning type is Telephony Watch, Multi Watch or Dual Watch.Scanning is stopped by pressing softkey EDIT or by lifting the handset off hook. For MultiWatch or Telephony Watch scanning stops on the presently scanned telephony channel, forDual Watch and DSC Watch the previous telephony setting is restored. Scanning resumeswhen the handset is placed on hook again.Scanning typesTelephony watch:Up to 10 telephony channels.Scanning rate is approx. one channel per 2 sec.Multi watch:A single DSC frequency (normally 2177 kHz) and up to 10 telephony channels.Scanning rate is approx. one channel per 2 s. The DSC frequency is monitored briefly ateach telephony channel shift.Dual watch:A single DSC frequency (normally 2177 kHz) and the current telephony frequency.The DSC frequency is monitored briefly at approx. each 2 s.DSC watch:Up to 6 DSC frequencies.Scanning rate is approx. six channels per 2 sec.Use EDITsoftkey - to edit scanning frequencyUse    /   softkey - switch to next /previous scanning typeUse CANCELsoftkey - returns to previous telephony setting0725
41Detail07259 Watch keeping receiverFor the MF/HF products a watch keeping option is available. The watch keeping option isenabled by entering of a pin-code (key) into the MF/HF transceiver. This pin code is uniquelymatched to the serial number of the MF/HF transceiver, i.e. one specific pin code will enablethe watch keeping option in one specific MF/HF transceiver only.Once in possession of the required pin code the watch keeping option is enabled from themenu point Watch receiver setup in the Setup menu.The 10-digit pin code is entered fromthe transceiver keypad.When the pin code has been entered and the watch keeping option enabled, the watchkeeping feature remains permanently available for selection.9.1 Watch receiver setupPress the Menu button andselect 5. SETUPselect 4. WATCH RECEIVER SETUPPress CHANGE to disable / enableReturns to previous display
42Detail072510 Menu treeMENU1. DSC CALL 1. COAST STATION 1. WITH PHONE NO2. WITHOUT NO2. SHIP3. AREA4. DI ST RESS 1. A L ERT2. RELAY 1. COAST STATION2. AREA5. INDIVIDUAL6. GROUP7. TEST CALL 1. COAST STATION2. SHIP2. DSC  L OG 1. RX DIST RESS2. RX OT HER3. TX CALLS3. DSC  ADDRESS BOOK Selec t NameMod if y4. STATIONS New    (DSC) Edit5. SETUP 1. DSC SETUP DISTRESS FREQUENCYA UTO ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ON/OFFAUTO POSITION TRANSMIT ON/OFFA UTO CHA NNEL SWITCH ON/OFFTELECOMMA ND MEDICAL  ON/ OFFTELEC. SHIP AND A IRCRA FT ON/ OFFLATLONPOSITION TIMEDA TETIME2. RECEPTION 1. EARPIECE Adj. earpiece  vol. Level 0-72. RECEIVER TREBLE CUT ON/OFFSUPPRESSOR ON/OFF3. CALL ALARM Adjust call alarm  0-73. OPTIONS Pa s s w o r d 1. T X BANDSNew2. C ONFIGURAT I ON EditLSB mode Enab l e/dis ab leRemote mode Enable/disableBattery Alarm Enable/disable3. DSC ATU installed YES/NOLanguageRX Test Serial output enabled/disabledTX Test Send dotSend Y4. FACTORY RESET Send B5. MM SI RESET4. WATCH RECEIVER Enable band    SETUP Disable band5. TELEX SETUP EnableDis ab leSLAVE DELAY (0-140ms)6. CONFIG STATUS6 INFO & TEST 1. INFORMATION 1. MMSI2. VERSIONS 1. SOFTWARE2. HA RDWARE3. ALARMS4. T U SERIA L  NUM BER2. CHECK 1. TX PROTECTION2. I NT ERFACE 1. SOUND & DI SPLAY2. ALARM PANEL3. NM EA INPUT3. SELFTEST Manual3. MONITOR 1. POWER TX 2-Tone2. FREQUENCY2 WR AUDIO
43Installation072511 Installation11.1 Compass safe distanceCompass safe distance in accordance with ISO/R 694 are given below in metres.Unit Standard Steering5.4°/H 18°/HControl Unit 1.2 0.5Handset 0.3 0.2Cradle 1.1 0.75070 Loudspeaker 2.2 1.611.2 Dimensions and weightHandset for transceiverThis Handset has a hook-on/off function,which is activated by a small magnet embeddedin the ceadle.The cradle must be installed as illustrated inorder to ensure the hook-on/off functionalityof the Handset.7562226* 120min. 200Space for handset accessSpace for cable and handset cable544513539655BDrilling planWeightHandset for transceiver 0.4 kg
44InstallationControl unitThe Control unit may be tabletop or bulkhead mounted.Control unit with mounting bracket40536A200235100140100Mounting option Drilling plan40615Tilting +/-45 °7.0014.50209.00181.0055.0041.004 x ø4Control unit connector panel40616HandsetAUXSCAN-BUSKeyboardDataPrinterWeight:Control Unit 1.4 kg.Mounting Bracket 0.3 kg.0725
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