MARINE VHF RADIOTELEPHONE With Class D DSC Modem and CH70 with receiver FM-4000 Owner’s Manual l Commercial grade ITU class D DSC transceiver l Superior receiver performance (80 dB rejection) l 30W LoudHailer complete with listen-back and four fog horns, bells, and whistle l 2.2-inch internal speaker produces clear, loud audio l 2.58" x 1.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 GENERAL INFORMATION ...................................................................................................................... 4 1.1 INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................... 4 2 PACKING LIST ......................................................................................................................................... 5 3 OPTIONS ...........................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS 11 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING ........................................................................................................... 11.1 GENERAL .................................................................................................................................. 11.2 MARITIME MOBILE SERVICE IDENTITY (MMSI) ................................................................. 11.2.1 What is an MMSI? ..............................................................................
1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 INTRODUCTION The FURUNO FM-4000 is a Marine VHF Radiotelphone designed for use in the frequency range of 156.025 to 163.275 MHz. The FM-4000 can be powered with 11 to 16 VDC power and has a switchable RF output power of 1 Watt or 25 Watts. The FM-4000 operates on all currently allocated marine channels. Channels are switchable for use with USA, International, or Canadian regulations. Emergency CH16 can be immediately selected by pressing the red [16/9] key.
2 PACKING LIST When the package containing the transceiver is first opened, please check it for the following contents: y y y y y FM-4000 Transceiver Mounting Bracket and attaching hardware including mic hook, bracket knob and screws Owner’s Manual Warning Sticker Power Cord 3 OPTIONS MMB-84 ......................................................................... Flush-Mount Bracket CMP30B/W .......................................................... Remote MIC (Black/White) CT-100 .......................
5 FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION FURUNO radios comply with the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service. 5.1 STATION LICENSE An FCC ship station license is no longer required for any vessel traveling in U.S. waters (except Hawaii) which is less than 20 meters in length.
6 FCC NOTICE NOTICE Unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void compliance with FCC Rules. Any change or modification must be approved in writing by STANDARD HORIZON. NOTICE 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 residential installation.
7 GETTING STARTED 7.1 ABOUT VHF RADIO The radio frequencies used in the VHF marine band lie between 156 and 158 MHz with some shore stations available between 161 and 163 MHz. The marine VHF band provides communications over distances that are essentially “line of sight” (VHF signals do not travel well through objects such as buildings, hills or trees). Actual transmission range depends much more on antenna type, gain and height than on the power output of the transmitter.
8 INSTALLATION 8.1 LOCATION The radio can be mounted at any angle.
8.3 OPTIONAL CMP30 REMOTE MIC The CMP30 Remote MIC permits remote control of the FM-4000’s radio, DSC and PA/Fog functions. In addition the FM-4000 can operate as a full function intercom system. 1. Connect the extension cable to the remote MIC eight pin connector on the rear panel, then tighten the cable nut (See Figure 3). 2. Referring to Figure 3, make a 1.2” (30 mm) hole in the wall, then insert the extension cable into this hole.
Remote MIC or External Speaker Selection By default the internal speaker is turned on, however it can be turned off to use the external speaker, when the Remote MIC is installed. Remote MIC procedure 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key until Radio Setup the “Radio Setup” menu appears. 2. Press the [ENT] key, then use the [S] or [T] key to Ext Speaker select “Ext Speaker.” 3. Press the [ENT] key. Off 4.
8.6 CHANGING THE TIME INDICATION Set the radio to show UTC time, or local time with the offset inputted in section “8.5 CHANGING THE GPS TIME.” 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key until Radio Setup the “Radio Setup” menu appears. 2. Press the [ENT] key, then use the CHANNEL selecTime Display tor knob to select “Time Display”. 3. Press the [ENT] key. UTC 4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “UTC UTC” or Local “Local Local.” 5. Press the [ENT] key to store the selected setting. Radio Setup 6.
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9 CONTROLS AND INDICATIONS NOTE This section defines each control of the transceiver. See the illustration on the next page for the location of the controls For detailed operating instructions, see Chapter 10. 9.1 CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS VOLUME CONTROL (VOL/PWR) Adjusts the audio volume level. Turn the control clockwise to increase the audio volume level. Secondary Use Controls the listen-back volume in the PA or Fog mode.
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[H/L] Key Toggles between 25 W (High) and 1 W (Low) power. When the [H/L] key is pressed while the transceiver is on CH13 or CH67, the power will temporarily switch from LO to HI power until the PTT is released. The [H/L] key does not function on transmit inhibited and low-power only channels. CHANNEL SELECTOR KNOB This rotary knob selects channels and to chooses menu items (such as the DSC menu, Radio Setup and DSC Setup menu).
[4(DW)] Key When in the radio mode, this key directly inputs the digit “4” in a channel number. Secondary use Press the [F] key first then press the [4(DW)] key to scan for voice communications on the priority channel and another selected channel until a signal is received on either channel (Dual Watch). See section “10.12 DUAL WATCH (TO CH16)” for details. [5(IC)] Key When in the radio mode, this key directly inputs the digit “5” in a channel number.
[9(FOG)] Key When in the radio mode, this key directly inputs the digit “9” in a channel number. Secondary use Press the [F] key first then press the [9(FOG)] key to operate the Fog Horn function. See section “10.14 PA/FOG OPERATION” for details. [0] Key When in the radio mode, this key directly inputs the digit “0” in a channel number. [CLR] Key Cancels the menu selection and/or key input. [ENT] Key Confirms the menu selection and/or key input.
ACCESSORY CONNECTION CABLE Connects the FM-4000 to a GPS receiver, a PA speaker, and an external speaker. DC INPUT CABLE Connects the radio to a DC power supply capable of delivering 12 to 16 V DC. FRONT PANEL REMOTE MIC Connector Connects the supplied Hand Microphone if desired. This connector is used to remote the front panel speaker MIC. This allows the connection of two MICs, one at the front panel and one on the rear panel. REMOTE MIC CONNECTORS Connects the FM-4000 to the Remote MIC.
10 BASIC OPERATION 10.1 PROHIBITED COMMUNICATIONS The FCC prohibits the following communications: • False distress or emergency messages; • Messages to “any boat” except in emergencies and radio tests; • Messages to or from a vessel on land; • Transmission while on land; • Obscene, indecent, or profane language (potential fine of $10,000). 10.2 RECEPTION 1. After the transceiver has been installed, ensure that the power supply and antenna are properly connected. 2.
10.3 TRANSMISSION 1. Perform steps 1 through 6 in 10.2 RECEPTION. 2. Before transmitting, monitor the channel to ensure it is clear. THIS IS AN FCC REQUIREMENT! 3. Press the PTT (push-to-talk) switch, and the indication “ ”appears. 4. Speak slowly and clearly into the microphone. 5. When you have finished transmitting, release the PTT switch. NOTE This is a noise-canceling microphone. Position the oval slot labeled “MIC” within one-inch (2.5 cm) from your mouth for optimum performance. 10.
10.7 NOAA WEATHER CHANNELS 1. To receive a NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) weather channel, press the [WX] key. The transceiver will go to the lastselected weather channel. 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob on the radio or [UP(S)] / [DOWN(T)] keys on the microphone to select a different NOAA weather channel. 3. To exit from the NOAA weather channels, press the [WX] key. The transceiver returns to the channel it was on prior to a weather channel. 10.7.
10.8 EMERGENCY (CH16 USE) CH16 is known as the Hail and Distress channel. An emergency may be defined as a threat to life or property. In such instances, be sure the transceiver is on and set it to CH16. Then do as follows: 1. Press the microphone push-to-talk switch and say “Mayday, Mayday, Mayday. This is , , ” (your vessel’s name). 2. Then repeat once: “Mayday, ” (your vessel’s name). 3.
and then go back to either CH16 or CH9 for your initial contact. When the hailing channel (16 or 9) is clear, state the name of the other vessel you wish to call and then “this is” followed by the name of your vessel and your Station License (Call Sign). When the other vessel returns your call, immediately request another channel by saying “go to,” the number of the other channel, and “over.” Then switch to the new channel. When the new channel is not busy, call the other vessel.
10.12 DUAL WATCH (TO CH16) 1. Adjust the SQL knob until the background noise disappears. 2. Select the channel you wish to dual watch with CH16. 3. Press the [F] key followed by the [4(DW)] key. The display will scan between CH16 and the channel that was selected in step 2. If a transmission is received on the channel selected in step 2, the FM-4000 watches it and CH16. 4. To stop Dual Watch, press the [F] key followed by the [4(DW)] key again. 10.
the highest programmed channel number and will stop on a channel when a transmission is received. 6. The channel number will blink during reception. 7. To stop scanning, press the [CLR], [16/9], or [WX] key. 10.13.3 Priority Scanning (P-SCAN) In the default setting, Channel 16 is set as the priority channel. You may change the priority channel to the desired channel from CH16 on the Radio Setup menu. See section “10.13.1 Selecting the Scan Type,” and “12.6 PRIORITY CHANNEL SET.” 1.
10.14 PA/FOG OPERATION The FM-4000 has a 30W Hailer that can be used with any 4 Ohm PA horn. When in the Hail mode, the PA speaker listens back (acts as a microphone and sends sound to the front panel speaker and the speaker MIC) through the PA horn speaker which provides two-way communications through the PA horn speaker. NOTE Before entering the PA or Fog mode, the FM-4000 receives on the lastselected VHF channel to receive DSC calls.
10.14.2 Operating the Fog Horn mode Operator can select from Underway, Stop, Sail, Tow, Aground, Anchor, Horn and Siren. Refer to the Fog Horn Timing Chart on the next page. 1. Press the [F] key followed by the [9(FOG)] key. 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select one of the eight functions described above. 3. Press the [ENT] key. 4. On the Horn and Siren modes, press the PTT switch to activate the tone through the HAIL/PA speaker. Rotate the CHANNEL selector knob to control the AF output level.
FOG HORN TIMING CHART TYPE UNDERWAY PATTERN One 5-second blast every 120 seconds. USAGE Motor vessel underway and making way. Listen Back 120s STOP Two 5-second blasts (separated by 2 seconds) every 120 seconds. 5s Motor vessel underway but stopped (not making way). 5s Listen Back 2s 2s 120s SAIL One 5-second blast followed by two 1second blasts (separated by 2 seconds) every 120 seconds.
10.17 INTERCOM OPERATION Connecting the optional CMP30 Remote MIC to the FM-4000 allows Intercom communications. See section “13.2 INTERCOM OPERATION” for operation of the CMP30. 10.17.1 Communication 1. Press and hold the [5(IC)] key while in the “Radio” mode to change to the “Intercom” mode. 2. If your FM-4000 is equipped two Remote MICs, use the CHANNEL selecRAM1 tor knob select the one of use (RAM1 RAM1, RAM2 RAM2, or ALL ALL), then press the [ENT] key. Intercom 3.
10.17.2 Calling Hold down the [5(IC)] key when the “Intercom” mode is activated to send a calling beep to the Remote MIC. NOTE When both Remote MICs are set to the Intercom mode, the FM-4000 is temporarily disabled until both Remote MICs exit the Intercom mode. 10.18 VOICE SCRAMBLER If privacy of communications is desired, an optional CVS2500 four-code voice scrambler (VS) can be installed in the transceiver. Contact your dealer to have the CVS2500 installed. 1.
11 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING 11.1 GENERAL WARNING This radio is designed to generate a digital maritime distress and safety call to facilitate search and rescue. To be effective as a safety device, this equipment must be used only within communication range of a shorebased VHF marine CH70 distress and safety watch system. The range of the signal may vary but under normal conditions should be approximately 20 nautical miles. NOTE A DSC warning sticker is included with the FM-4000.
THIS NUMBER MUST BE PROGRAMMED INTO THE RADIO TO OPERATE THE DSC FUCTIONS. How can I obtain an MMSI assignment? In the USA, visit the following websites to register: http://www.boatus.com/mmsi/ or http://seatow.com/boating_safety/mmsi.asp In the Canada, visit http://strategis.ic.gc.ca/epic/site/smt-gst.nsf/vwapj/cpc_2307e.pdf/$FILE/ cpc_2307e.pdf 11.2.2 Programming the MMSI WARNING An MMSI can be inputted only once. Therefore please be careful not to input the incorrect MMSI number.
11.3 DSC DISTRESS CALL The FM-4000 is capable of transmitting and receiving DSC distress messages to all DSC radios. The FM-4000 may be connected to a GPS receiver to also transmit the latitude and longitude of your vessel. 11.3.1 Transmitting a DSC Distress Call NOTE To transmit a DSC Distress call, an MMSI number must be programmed. See section “11.2.2 Programming the MMSI.” In order for your ship’s location to be transmitted a GPS receiver must be connected to the FM-4000. See section “8.
Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert with Nature of Distress The FM-4000 is capable of transmitting a DSC Distress Alert with the following “Nature of Distress” categories: Undesignated, Fire, Flooding, Collision, Grounding, Capsizing, Sinking, Adrift, Abandoning, Piracy, MOB 1. Lift the red spring-loaded DISTRESS key, then the DISTRESS ALERT [DISTRESS] key to show the “DISTRESS ALERT” menu. 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the desired nature of distress category. 3.
Cancel a DSC Distress Call If a DSC Distress call was sent by error, the FM-4000 allows you to send a message to other vessels to cancel the Distress call. Press the [CLR] key, then press the [ENT] key. 11.3.2 Receiving a DSC Distress Call 1. When a DSC Distress call is received, an emergency alarm sounds. Then CH16 is automatically selected. 2. Press any key to stop the alarm. 3. The LCD shows the position of the vessel in distress.
11.4.1 Transmitting an All Ships Call DSC 1. Press the [CALL(MENU)] key to show the “DSC Call Menu Menu.” All 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “All Ships Ships.” 3. Press the [ ENT ] key. (To cancel, turn the Exit CHANNEL selector knob to select “Exit Exit.”) 4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the Urgency Safety nature of call (“Urgency Urgency” or “Safety Safety”), then press the [ENT] key. 5. Press the [ENT] key again to transmit the selected type of All Ships call. 6.
To transmit an Individual call you must program this directory with information of the persons you wish to call, similar to the telephone directory of a cellular phone. 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key Radio Setup until the “Radio Setup” menu appears. 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the DSC Setup “DSC Setup” menu. 3. Press the [ENT] key, then use the CHANNEL Individual Directory selector knob to select “Individual Directory.” 4. Press the [ENT] key. Add 5.
11.5.2 Setting up Individual Reply Allows setting up the radio to automatically (default setting) or manually respond to a DSC Individual call requesting you to switch to a working channel for voice communications. When Manual is selected, the MMSI of the calling vessel is shown, allowing you to see who is calling. This function is similar to the caller ID on a cellular phone. 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key Radio Setup until the “Radio Setup” menu appears. 2.
The Individual call and Group call ringers can be disabled as follows: 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key Radio Setup until “Radio Setup” menu appears. 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the DSC Setup “DSC Setup” menu. 3. Press the [ENT] key, then use the CHANNEL DSC Beep selector knob to select “DSC Beep.” 4. Press the [ENT] key. In5.
7. When an Individual call acknowledgment is received, the channel selected at step 5 is automatically selected and a ringing tone sounds. 8. Press [CLR] key to listen to the channel to make sure it is not busy, then key the microphone to call the other vessel. Manual Calling You may enter an MMSI number manually to contact a vessel which is not stored in the Individual Directory. DSC 1. Press the [CALL(MENU)] key to show the “DSC Call Menu Menu.” In2.
11.5.5 Receiving an Individual Call When receiving an Individual call, an acknowledgment must be sent back to the calling station, automatically or manual. The default setting is Automatic, but the radio has a selection that allows you to manually send a reply before the radio will switch to the requested calling channel. The default reply method is Automatic, but manual reply (before the radio switches to the requested calling channel) also is available.
11.6.2 Reviewing Received Calls Logged into the Call Waiting Directory DSC 1. Press the [CALL(MENU)] key to show the “DSC Call Menu Menu.” 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the DSC Log “DSC Log” menu. 3. Press the [ENT] key, then turn the CHANNEL seDistress lector knob to select the category (“Distress DSC Call Log Alert LOG LOG” or “DSC Log”) you want to review and/or call back. 4.
11.7 GROUP CALL This feature allows the user to contact a group of specific vessels (example members of a yacht club) that have DSC radios with Group call function to automatically switch to a desired channel for voice communications. 11.7.1 Setting up a Group Call For this function to operate, the same Group MMSI must be programmed into all the DSC VHF radios within the group of vessels that use this feature. To understand about Group MMSI programming, first a Ship MMSI has to be understood.
6. Press applicable key to enter the first letter of the name of the group you want to reference in the directory. Example: Press the [2 (MEM)] key repeatedly to toggle among the seven available characters associated with that key: 2 Æ A Æ B Æ C Æ a Æ b Æ c Æ 2 .... If you enter a wrong character, pres the [CLR] key to delete the wrong character. 7. Press the [ENT] key to store the first letter in the name. 8. Repeat steps 6 and 7 to complete the name. The name can consist of up to 11 characters.
6. 7. 8. 9. want to communicate on, then press the [ENT] key. Press the [ENT] key again to transmit the Group call signal. When the Group call signal is sent, the LCD displays the information shown in the illustration at right. After the Group call is transmitted, all the radios in the group switch to the designated channel. Listen to the channel to make sure it is not busy, then key the microphone and call the other vessels you desire to communicate with.
11. After the Group call is transmitted, all the radios in the group switch to the designated channel. 12. Listen to the channel to make sure it is not busy, then key the microphone and call the other vessels. 11.7.3 Receiving a Group Call 1. When a Group call is received, the FM-4000 sounds a ringing alarm and the radio automatically switches to the requested channel. 2. Press any key to stop the alarm. 3. Monitor the channel for a message sent by a person calling the Group. 4.
11.8 POSITION REQUEST Advancements in DSC have made it possible to poll the location of another vessel and show the position of that vessel on the display of the FM-4000. FURUNO has taken this feature one step further. If any FURUNO GPS chart plotters are connected to the FM-4000, the polled position of the vessel is shown on the display of the GPS chart plotter, making it easy to navigate to the location of the polled vessel.
11.8.2 Transmitting a Position Request to Another Vessel Using Pre-Programmed Vessel DSC 1. Press the [CALL(MENU)] key to show the “DSC Call Menu Menu.” 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select Pos Request Request.” “Pos 3. Press [ENT] key to show the Position Request Directory. This directory uses the Individual Directory information. 4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select a name, then press the [ENT] key. 5. Press the [ENT] key again to transmit the Position Request DSC call. 6.
ber is selected, then enter the correct number. 7. When you have finished entering the MMSI number, press and hold the [ENT] key. 8. Press the [ENT] key to transmit the Position Request DSC call. 9. When the FM-4000 receives the position from the polled vessel it is shown on the radio display and also transferred to the GPS chart plotter. 11.8.3 Receiving a Position Request When a Position Request call is received from another vessel, a ringing alarm POS REQUEST will sound and “POS REQUEST” appears.
11.9 POSITION SEND The feature is similar to Position Request, however instead of requesting a position of another vessel this function allows you to send your position to another vessel. Your vessel must have an operating GPS receiver connected to the FM-4000 to send your position. NOTE To transmit a Position Send call, you must set up the FM-4000 DSC Individual / Position Call Directory with the name of the vessel(s) or person and the MMSI of the DSC radio you wish to send your position to.
3. Press [ENT] key to show the Position Send Directory. This directory uses the Individual Directory information. 4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select a name in the directory, then press the [ENT] key. 5. Press the [ENT] key again to send your position to the selected vessel. Ra6. Press the [CLR] key twice to return to the “Radio Setup Setup” menu, then press the [CLR ] key again to return to radio operation.
11.9.3 Receiving a DSC Position Send Call When another vessel transmits its location to the FM-4000, the following occurs: 1. A ringing sound is generated when the call is received. 2. Press any key to stop the ringing sound. 3. The position of the vessel is shown and also transferred to any FURUNO GPS chart plotter if connected. 11.10 MANUAL INPUT OF POSITION (LAT/LON) You may send the latitude/longitude of your vessel manually when the FM4000 is not connected to a GPS receiver.
12 RADIO SETUP NOTE The optional CMP30 Remote MIC can also access the SETUP menu. See page 73 for details. 12.1 LCD CONTRAST Adjust the LCD contrast for best viewability. 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key until Radio Setup “Radio Setup” menu appears. 2. Press the [ENT] key, then use the CHANNEL selecContrast Contrast.” tor knob to select “Contrast 3. Press the [ENT] key. 4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the de0” to sired level. The contrast level can be set from “0 31 “31 31.” 5.
12.2 TIME OFFSET “Time Offset” sets the time offset between local time and UTC in order to display local time. The time display requires connection of a GPS receiver. 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key until Radio Setup the “Radio Setup” menu appears. 2. Press the [ENT] key, then use the CHANNEL selecTime Offset tor knob to select “Time Offset.” 3. Press the [ENT] key. 4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select time offset from UTC.
12.3 TIME DISPLAY The time can be shown in local or UTC time. The time display requires connection of a GPS receiver. 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key until Radio Setup the “Radio Setup” menu appears. 2. Press the [ENT] key, then use the CHANNEL selecTime Display tor knob to select “Time Display.” 3. Press the [ENT] key. UTC 4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “UTC UTC” or Local “Local Local.” 5. Press the [ENT] key to store the selected setting. 6.
12.5 TRUE MAGNETIC CHANGE (NAV DISPLAY) The GPS COG (Course Over Ground) indication can be shown in True or Magnetic. 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key until Radio Setup the “Radio Setup” menu appears. 2. Press the [ENT] key, then use the CHANNEL selecMagnetic tor knob to select “Magnetic Magnetic.” 3. Press the [ENT] key. Mag4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “Magnetic True netic” or “True True.” 5. Press the [ENT] key to store the selected setting. 6.
12.7 SCAN TYPE You can set the scan mode between “Memory Scan” and “Priority Scan.” 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key until Radio Setup the “Radio Setup” menu appears. [ 2. Press the ENT] key, then use the CHANNEL selecSCAN Type tor knob to select “SCAN Type.” 3. Press the [ENT] key. Priority 4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “Priority SCAN Memory SCAN SCAN” or “Memory SCAN.” 5. Press the [ENT] key to store the selected setting. 6.
12.9 KEY BEEP Set the beep tone volume level when a key is pressed. 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key until Radio Setup the “Radio Setup” menu appears. [ 2. Press the ENT] key, then use the CHANNEL selecKey Beep tor knob to select “Key Beep.” 3. Press the [ENT] key. 4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the deLevel 1 sired level. The beep can be set from “Level 1” to Level 6 High Off “Level 6,” “High High,” or “Off Off.” 5. Press the [ENT] key to set the key beep condition. 6.
12.11 CHANNEL NAMING You may change the name of a channel. Example: CH84 “CALL HOME” 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key until Radio Setup the “Radio Setup” menu appears. 2. Press the [ENT] key, then use the CHANNEL selecCH Name tor knob to select “CH Name. 3. Press the [ENT] key. 4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the channel to name, then press the [ENT] key. 5. Press applicable key to enter the first letter of the channel name.
12.12 NAMING THE RADIO OR REMOTE MIC You can change the name of the RADIO or Remote MIC. Example: “RADIO Cabin,” “RAM1 - Flybridge.” 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key until Radio Setup the “Radio Setup” menu appears. 2. Press the [ENT] key, then use the CHANNEL selecUnit Name tor knob to select “Unit Name.” 3. Press the [ENT] key. 4.
12.13 ADJUSTING THE TREBLE AND BASS Adjust the treble and bass of the speaker audio for best listening in noisy environments. The effect is similar to adjusting the treble and bass controls on a stereo. 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key Radio Setup until “Radio Setup” menu appears. 2. Press the [ENT] key, then use the CHANNEL Tone Control selector knob to select “Tone Control.” [ ] Bass 3. Press the ENT key, then select “Bass Bass” with the CHANNEL selector knob. 4.
12.15 CALENDAR SETUP Calendar Menu The FM-4000 has a clock that remembers date, time, latitude and longitude. Connecting a GPS receiver to the FM-4000 is very important as it not only will be used to update the calendar automatically and also when a DSC Distress call is transmitted will send your vessel’s location to other vessels to aid in the rescue. See section “8.5 ACCESSORY CABLE.
Examples: NOTE If you are west of UTC time you will add the offset to your time. If you are East of UTC time you will subtract the offset from your time.
13. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the Automatic method of the time adjustment between “Automatic Automatic” Manual and “Manual Manual.” 14. Press the [ENT] key to store the selected setting. 15. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode, press the [16/9] key.
13 REMOTE MIC OPERATION When the Remote MIC is connected to the FM-4000, most VHF, DSC, setup menus and PA modes can be remotely operated. The Remote MIC is supplied with 23 feet (7 m) of routing cable and can be extended up to 70 feet (21 m) using three 23-foot extension cables model CT-100. The Intercom feature can be used between the Remote MIC and the transceiver. In addition, speaker wires are supplied at the panel mount of the routing cable for external speakers to be connected in noisy environments.
POWER ( ) Key Press and hold down this key to turn to the transceiver and Remote MIC on or off. MICROPHONE The internal microphone is located here. When transmitting, position your mouth about 1/2 to 1 inch (1.2 ~ 2.5 cm) away from the small mic hole. Speak slowly and clearly into the microphone. DISPLAY Channel display. SOFT KEY These three key’s functions can be customized by the Setup Menu mode. When press one of these key briefly, the key functions will appear at the LCD bottom.
[CLR/WX] Key Immediately recalls the previously selected NOAA weather channel. Cancel the menu selection and/or keypad entry. Secondary use Hold down the [16/9] key while pressing the [WX] key to change the mode from USA to International or Canadian. [ENT] Key This key functions as the enter key. SPEAKER The internal speaker is located here. [DISTRESS] KEY Used to send a DSC Distress call. 13.2 INTERCOM OPERATION 13.2.1 Communication 1.
13.2.2 Calling Press and hold the [DW(IC)] key for one second when the “Intercom” mode is active. A calling beep is emitted from the speaker. 13.3 KEY ASSIGNMENT 13.3.1 Number of Soft Keys Three soft keys are set as default. However the Remote MIC allows assigning of up to six soft keys with the instructions below: 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key Radio Setup until “Radio Setup” menu appears. [ 2. Press the ENT] key, then press the [T] key SOFT Keys to select “SOFT Keys.” 3. Press the [ENT] key.
13.3.2 Define the Soft Keys By default the soft keys are assigned as SCAN, DW and NAV, however their function can be changed. In addition the soft keys can be increased or reassigned as follows: 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key Radio Setup until “Radio Setup” menu appears. 2. Press the [ENT] key, then press the [T] key SOFT Keys to select “SOFT Keys.” 3. Press the [ENT] key. Define [SOFT] Keys 4. Press the [T] key to select “Define Keys” and press the [ENT] key. 5.
13.5 DSC/RADIO SETUP MODE The Remote MIC can access the DSC SETUP / RADIO SETUP menu (see section “11 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING” and section “12 RADIO SETUP MENU” for details). However, the Dimmer, Contrast, and Key Beep menu items which are accessed from the Remote MIC only controls the Remote MIC’s display and speaker. DSC SETUP /RADIO SETUP menu from the Remote MIC: 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key until Radio Setup “Radio Setup” menu appears. Radio Setup DSC 2.
14 MAINTENANCE The inherent quality of the solid-state components used in this transceiver will provide many years of continuous use. Taking the following precautions will prevent damage to the transceiver. • • • • Keep the microphone connected or the jack covered at all times to prevent corrosion of electrical contacts. Never key the microphone unless an antenna or suitable dummy load is connected to the transceiver.
14.1 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY Cannot power the transceiver. No DC voltage to the a. Check the battery connections and the fuse. transceiver, or blown b. The PWR switch needs to be pressed and fuse. held to turn the radio on. Transceiver blows fuse when connected to power supply. Reversed power wires. Check the power cable for DC voltage. Check the fuse (6A 250V).
15 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS This chapter provides the VHF Marine Channel assignments for U.S.A. and International use. Below are listed some data about the charts. 1. VTS. Where indicated, these channels are part of the U.S. Coast Guard’s Vessel Traffic System. 2. Alpha channel numbers, that is, channel numbers followed by the letter A (such as Channel 07A) are simplex channels on the U.S.A. or Canadian channel assignments whose counterparts in the International assignments are duplex channels.
CH 01 01A 02 03 03A 04 U C X X X X X 04A X 05 05A 06 07 X X X X 07A 08 09 X X X X X X 10 11 12 13 14 15 15 16 17 18 18A 19 19A 19A 20 X X X X X X X X X X X 20A 21 21A 22 22A 23 23A 24 25 26 27 28 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X FM-4000 X X X X X VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE X D 156.050 160.650 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) S 156.050 Port Operation and Commercial. VTS in selected areas X D 156.100 160.
CH 60 61 U C X 61A X X 62 62A X 63 63A X 64 64A X X X X 65A 66 X X 66A 67 X X X X 68 69 X X X X 70 X X 71 X X 72 73 X X X X 74 X X 75 76 77 77 78 X X X X X X 78A 79 79A X X X X 65 Page 78 VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE X D 156.025 160.625 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) X D 156.075 160.675 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship movement S 156.
CH 80 80A 81 81A 81A 82 82A 83 83 83A 84 85 86 87 87A 88 88A WX01 WX02 WX03 WX04 WX05 WX06 WX07 WX08 WX09 WX10 NOTE: VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE X D 157.025 161.625 Port operation, ship movement X X S 157.025 Commercial X D 157.075 161.675 Port operation, ship movement X S 157.075 U.S. Government Only Environmental protection operations. X S 157.075 Canadian Coast Guard Only X D 157.125 161.725 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship movement X X S 157.125 U.S.
Points of communication (Intership and between coast and ship Coast u n l e s s o t h e r w i s e Ship transmit transmit iandicated) Port Operations 156.050 156.050 01A1 63A1 156.175 156.175 052 156.250 156.250 65A 156.275 156.275 66A 156.325 156.325 123 156.600 156.600 73 156.675 156.675 3 14 156.700 156.700 74 156.725 156.725 774 156.875 Intership only. 20 157.000 161.600 Intership only. 20A12 157.000 Navigational (Bridge-to-Bridge)5 136 156.650 156.650 677 156.375 156.375 Commercial 01A1 156.050 156.
4: Use of 156.875 MHz is limited to communications with pilots regarding the movement and docking of ships. Normal output power must not exceed 1 watt. 5: 156.375 MHz and 156.650 MHz are available primarily for intership navigational communications. These frequencies are available between coast and ship on a secondary basis when used on or in the vicinity of locks or drawbridges. Normal output power must not exceed 1 watt.
16 SPECIFICATIONS Performance specifications are nominal, unless otherwise indicated, and are subject to change without notice. 16.1 GENERAL Channels ............................................... All USA, International and Canadian Input Voltage ......................................................................... 13.8 VDC ±20% Current Drain Standby ............................................................................................. 0.5 A Receive ..............................................
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