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Our Thanks to You and Customer Assistance Introduction Our Thanks to You • Thank you for purchasing a CobraMarine VHF radio. Properly used, this Cobra® product will give you many years of reliable service. ® How Your CobraMarine VHF Radio Works This radio is a battery-powered portable transceiver for use afloat. It gives you two-way vessel-to-vessel and vessel-to-shore station communications, primarily for safety and secondarily for navigation and operational purposes.
Radio Controls and Indicators Introduction Belt Clip Distress Key DISTRESS DISTRESS Battery Door Screw Antenna Battery Backlit LCD Screen Push to Talk Button Backlight/ Key Lock Button Man Overboard (MOB) Button Squelch Button Channel Down Button Speaker/ Microphone External Cover ON/OFF/ Volume Control Battery Door Screw Bluetooth® Calling Microphone Distress Key Soft Key Functions Channel Up Button Rewind-Say-Again® Button Instant Channel 16+ Button VHF Microphone Speaker A2 English LED
Backlit Screen and Product Features Introduction Backlit Screen Rewind-Say-Again® Icon Bluetooth VOX Icon MENU Soft Key USA 6W MEM TIME:10:00 DATE:06/01 41° 54.523N 087° 47.192W MENU WX 16 EMERG Transmit and Receive Icons Active Channel Channel Description CALL MORE WEATHER Soft Key CALL Soft Key MORE Soft Key Product Features • Built-In GPS Receiver Shows GPS coordinates on screen and automatically sends GPS location with DSC calls. Floating This radio will float if dropped overboard.
Product Features Introduction Product Features (continued) MOB (Man Over Board) Unlimited Memory Channels The radio dedicated MOB button marks and Allows programming of unlimited memorizes the position information if a crew VHF memory channels. member falls overboard. Tri-Watch Noise Canceling Microphone Use to monitor three (3) channels Reduces effect of environmental at once — Channel 16, Channel 9 and one noise when speaking. other selected channel.
Table of Contents Introduction Introduction Our Thanks to You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1 Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1 Radio Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A2 Backlit Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A3 Product Features .
Important Safety Information Introduction Important Safety Information • Before using your CobraMarine VHF radio, please read these general precautions and warnings. Warning and Notice Statements To make the most of this radio, it must be used properly. Please read the installation and operating instructions carefully before using the radio. Special attention must be paid to the WARNING and NOTICE statements in this manual.
General Precautions Introduction General Precautions • The following WARNINGS and NOTICE information will make you aware of RF exposure hazards and how to assure you operate the radio within the FCC RF exposure limits established for the radio. WARNINGS Your radio generates electromagnetic RF (radio frequency) energy when it is transmitting. To ensure that you and those around you are not exposed to excessive amounts of that energy, DO NOT touch the antenna when transmitting.
General Precautions Introduction NOTICE Your radio is waterproof only when the batteries are properly installed. AVOID using or storing the radio at temperatures below -4˚F (-20˚C) or above 140˚F (60˚C). KEEP your radio at least 3 ft (0.9 m) away from your vessel’s magnetic navigation compass. DO NOT attempt to service any internal parts yourself. Have any necessary service performed by a qualified technician. This radio is supplied with a lithium-ion (LiON) rechargeable battery pack.
FCC Licensing Information Introduction Sea Tow Automated Radio Check (ARC) System Please try the Sea Tow Automated Radio Check service. Areas where the safety check service is available include the East Coast, Gulf of Mexico, Southern California, and select inland locations including the Great Lakes. The first and only boating safety program of its kind, the Sea Tow Automated Radio Check service is fully automated and allows 24 hour a day automated responses to radio check calls.
FCC & IC Licensing Information Introduction Canadian Ship Station License You need a Radio Operator’s Certificate if your vessel is operated in Canadian waters. Radio Operator training and certification is available from the Canadian Power Squadron. Visit their website at http://www.cps-ecp.ca/. User Responsibility and Operating Locations All users are responsible for observing domestic and foreign government regulations and are subject to severe penalties for violations.
Included in this Package VHF Marine Radio Protocols Installation Included in this package •
Install/Remove Antenna VHF Marine Radio Protocols Installation Install/Remove Antenna Antenna 1. To install the antenna turn the antenna into the radio clockwise to tighten. Do not overtighten. 2. To remove the antenna turn the antenna counterclockwise. This radio transmitter IC: 906A-MRHH600 has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the supplied antenna. Other antennas are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
Wrist Strap and Belt Clip VHF Marine Radio Protocols Installation Wrist Strap and Belt Clip Belt Clip Insert Belt Clip onto Radio • Use the spring-loaded belt clip to carry the radio on your person. 1. Slide the belt clip into the guide channel on the back of the radio until it is locked in place. 2. To attach the wrist strap, insert it through the hole at the top of the belt clip, feed it through the looped end and pull tight to secure to the belt clip. 3.
Batteries and Charger VHF Marine Radio Protocols Installation Power Sources Initial Battery Charge Charging The Cobra-provided LiON battery pack may be charged at home, in a car or in a boat using the appropriate 12V or 120V power cord with the charger. 1. Insert one (1) of the power cords into the back of the drop-in charger. 2. Insert the other end of the power cord into the appropriate 12V or 120V power source. 3.
Batteries and Charger VHF Marine Radio Protocols Installation Remove Battery Battery Pack Charging Only To Remove Battery Pack from Radio 1. Loosen the screws on the back of the battery pack. 2. Lift the bottom of the battery pack slightly to remove it from the radio housing. 3. Pull the battery pack out of the radio housing. NOTE The LiON battery pack can also be charged in the battery charger without being installed in the radio.
Getting Started VHF Marine Operating Your Radio Radio Protocols HH600 Radio Getting Started • Refer to the foldout at the front of this manual to identify the various controls and indicators on your radio. Throughout this manual you will be instructed to “Press” or to “Press and Hold” various buttons (except “Push to Talk”) on the radio. “Press” means a momentary press of approximately one (1) second. “Press and Hold” means to hold the button down for approximately two (2) seconds.
Getting Started VHF MarineYour Operating Radio Radio Protocols DSC Position Request Alarm Medium-loud, continuous, low-pitched series of closely spaced, four (4) beeps [three (3) short – one (1) long] groups — sounds when a position request call is received. Press any button to turn it Off. DSC Individual Alarm High—pause—high—pause—high. Long pause, then repeat. Press any button to turn it Off.
Getting Started VHF Marine Operating Your Radio Radio Protocols Speaker/Mic Port Talk Button Radio Speaker and Microphone The internal Radio Speaker and Microphone are located on the bottom front face of the radio below the lower control buttons. An optional Speaker/Microphone port is located at the top of the radio between the antenna and the Power/Volume control. Unthread the Speaker/Microphone port cover to access and install an optional Cobra speaker or microphone into this port.
Getting Started VHF MarineYour Operating Radio Radio Protocols Channel Up/Down Buttons 88 Currently On Channel 88 C A EMERGENCY 16 USA 6W TIME:10:00 LOC DATE:06/30 A 32 49.800N EMERGENCY 999.11.077W SOG: 3.7 KTS COG: 015 M H/M/L SCAN MEM MORE H/M/L Power Button Channel Up/Down Buttons Your radio will Receive (Rx) and Transmit (Tx) VHF signals on the channel indicated on the LCD display. You can change the channel at any time using the Channel Up/Down buttons.
1 Getting Started VHF Marine Operating Your Radio Radio Protocols 1° 54.523N 7° 47.192W SCAN Button /M/L SCAN MEM SCAN Press and release the SCAN soft key to scan all channels. Scanning begins at the selected lower channel, and scans to higher channels. Press the Channel Up/Down button to change the scan direction. When a signal is received in SCAN mode, the radio will pause 10 seconds before resuming SCAN operation.
Setup Mode Programming VHF MarineYour Operating Radio Radio Protocols Set-Up Routines • Settings Menu The Settings menu in the CobraMarine VHF radio allows you to turn On and Off many of its features, to adjust other features to suit your preferences, and to enter your user MMSI number. To Enter The Settings Menu: Press the Menu button. The Settings menu will appear on the LCD. After entering the Settings menu, you can scroll through it to make as many entries as you like.
Setup Mode Programming VHF Marine Operating Your Radio Radio Protocols Backlight Lamp Adjust The LCD has a Backlight lamp to make it visible in the dark. This lamp can be adjusted for brightness or turned Off. To Adjust The Backlight Level: 1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to LAMP ADJUST with the Up/Down soft keys or using the Up/Down channel buttons. Menu Soft Key Channel Up/Down Buttons LAMP ADJUST MED 2 EXIT ENTER 2.
Setup Mode Programming VHF MarineYour Operating Radio Radio Protocols &RQÀUPDWLRQ .H\ 7RQH The Confirmation Tone sounds to confirm all button presses except for the Talk button. If you would prefer not to hear the Confirmation Tone, you can turn it Off and On as you choose. Menu Soft Key Channel Up/Down Buttons KEYTONE ON OFF EXIT ENTER To Turn The Confirmation Tone On Or Off: 1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to KEYTONE with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons. 2.
Setup Mode Programming VHF Marine Operating Your Radio Radio Protocols Time Adjust All VHF, DSC, and GPS activities use a 24-hour clock and Universal Coordinated Time (UTC) which was formerly known as Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Time Adjust uses your built-in GPS to gather time input. Time Adjust will allow the radio to display the time as Local time or UTC time. For time input to be converted to local time, you need to enter the hour offset of your local time zone from Greenwich.
Setup Mode Programming VHF MarineYour Operating Radio Radio Protocols Menu Soft Key Channel Up/Down Buttons 12/24 HOUR TIME DISPLAY 12 HOUR FORMAT 24 HOUR FORMAT EXIT ENTER To Select 12 or 24 Hour Format Time Display: 1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to TIME ADJUST with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons. 2. Highlight the 12H/24H TIME DISP option in the menu. 3. Press the ENTER key and observe the current setting. 4.
Setup Mode Programming VHF Marine Operating Your Radio Radio Protocols Weather Alert This setting will allow you to choose whether activate the Weather Alert feature. When NOAA broadcasts a Weather Alert Signal and your radio is in the Weather Alert mode, you will hear a continuous audible tone and the radio will automatically switch to Weather Radio mode.
Setup Mode Programming VHF MarineYour Operating Radio Radio Protocols Coordinate System Menu Soft Key The Coordinate System allows adjusting to your navigating preference. The most common is already selected. Channel Up/Down Buttons GPS COORDINATE SYSTEM TRUE/MAGNETIC SBAS GPS STATUS SPEED MEASUREMENT COURSE UP/NORTH UP EXIT ENTER True or Magnetic System Menu Soft Key Channel Up/Down Buttons TRUE/MAGNETIC TRUE MAGNETIC EXIT To Select the Coordinate System: 1.
Setup Mode Programming VHF Marine Operating Your Radio Radio Protocols Satellite Based Augmentation (SBAS) Menu Soft Key Channel Up/Down Buttons SAT BASED AUG SYSTEM ON OFF EXIT The SBAS can be turned ON or OFF. Some areas of the earth need it turned off for greater accuracy. It is set ON by default. To Select the Satellite Based Augmentation System: 1. Enter the Settings menu and scroll to GPS with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons. 2. Highlight the SBAS option in the menu. 3.
Setup Mode Programming VHF MarineYour Operating Radio Radio Protocols Menu Soft Key Speed Measurement Units Select KNOTS, MPH or KM/H to change if speed is indicated in either nautical miles per hour, miles per hour or kilometers per hour.
Setup Mode Programming VHF Marine Operating Your Radio Radio Protocols Menu Soft Key Channel Up/Down Buttons GPS SBAS GPS STATUS SPEED MEASUREMENT COURSE UP/NORTH UP DISTANCE MEASUREMENT POWER SAVE EXIT ENTER 26 English Distance Measurement Select STATUTE MILE, NAUTICAL MILE or KILOMETER to change the unit used to display distance. This is used mainly for navigation and indicating a distance to a point. To Distance Measurement Units: 1.
Setup Mode Programming VHF MarineYour Operating Radio Radio Protocols Menu Soft Key Channel Up/Down Buttons GPS SBAS GPS STATUS SPEED MEASUREMENT COURSE UP/NORTH UP DISTANCE MEASUREMENT POWER SAVE EXIT ENTER Power Save Mode for GPS This menu will offers selecting from several Power Save modes. This will save power by shutting down the GPS receiver periodically to save power and prolong battery life. The most common setting is AUTO and it is recommended to leave the radio in AUTO for most users.
Bluetooth® Mode Pairing and Programming VHF Marine Operating Your Radio Radio Protocols Bluetooth® Mode Pairing and Programming Bluetooth® wireless technology is a standard which has been developed for use in mobile phones and other devices. This process of linking your mobile phone and this radio requires a one-time “pairing” after which the two devices can be “connected” when they are within range.
Bluetooth® Mode Pairing and Programming VHF MarineYour Operating Radio Radio Protocols VOX BLUETOOTH VOX ON OFF EXIT ENTER VOX On or Off The VOX function converts the radio microphone’s pickup of your voice from being controlled with the PTT button to being always open. When VOX is On, the PTT button does not need to be pressed to transmit your voice, and you can just speak into the microphone. When VOX is Off, you need to press the PTT button while speaking. To Change Between VOX On and Off: 1.
Standby/Receive and Transmit VHF Marine Introduction Operating Your Radio Radio Protocols Standby/Receive and Transmit • Marine Standby and Receive (Rx) Mode Marine Standby mode is the default mode for the radio whenever it is turned on. From this mode, you can change current settings by becoming familiar with the different key functions in Marine Standby mode. While in Marine Standby mode, the user will be able to transmit by pressing the Push to Talk (Talk) button.
Weather Mode Programming VHF MarineYour Operating Radio Radio Protocols Weather (WX) Alert Programming NOAA Weather Channels and Alert • Monitoring the weather will probably be a frequent use of your radio. NOAA provides continuous, around-the-clock broadcasts of the latest weather information. Taped weather messages run every four (4) to six (6) minutes and are revised every two (2) or three (3) hours, or as needed. The Coast Guard also announces weather and other safety warnings on Channel 16.
Weather Mode Programming VHF Marine Operating Your Radio Radio Protocols Weather (WX) Standby Mode To enter the WX Standby mode, press the WX soft key. Weather Soft Key The Weather Standby Mode will show the currently selected weather channel and the Weather Alert setting status as On or Off. Press the Back soft key to return to VHF Radio Standby. NOAA broadcasts weather information on the channels as described in the NOAA weather channels section on page 85 of this manual.
Weather Mode Programming VHF MarineYour Operating Radio Radio Protocols This setting will allow you to choose to activate the Weather Alert feature. When NOAA broadcasts a Weather Alert Signal, and your radio has Weather Alert turned On, you will hear a continuous audible tone and the radio will automatically switch to Weather Radio mode. The alert indicators will sound regardless of what channel you are operating on as soon as a NOAA alert signal is received.
Advanced Operation VHF Marine Operating Your Radio Radio Protocols Advanced Operation Channel 16+ Mode Channel 16/9 Button Channel 16 or Channel 9 OC 9 A N-COM 34 English • Channel 16+ mode gives you quick access to calling on Channel 16 and Channel 9 from any operational mode. To Switch to Channel 16+ or Channel 9: 1. Press the Channel 16+ button to change to Channel 16. 2. Press the Channel 16+ button again to change to Channel 9. 3.
Advanced Operation VHF MarineYour Operating Radio Radio Protocols Tri-Watch Tri-Watch gives you one (1) soft key access to scan the three (3) channels of most importance to you. Channel 16 and Channel 9 will always be included as scanned channels. The remaining channel will be the VHF channel in effect when you enter Tri-Watch mode. NOTE The radio must be squelched for tri-watch to function. See page 16 for squelch procedure. To Enter Tri-Watch Mode: Channel Up/Down Buttons 1.
Advanced Operation VHF Marine Operating Your Radio Radio Protocols Memory Channels You can program (or tag) any or all channels to be scanned in the Memory Scan mode. To Program Memory Channels: 1. From Standby mode, select a channel to be tagged using the Up/Down buttons. 2. Press the MORE soft key (if necessary), then the MEM soft key. The channel will be tagged for scanning and MEM (memory channel) will appear on the LCD whenever that channel is selected.
Advanced Operation VHF MarineYour Operating Radio Radio Protocols NOTE Memory channels must be programmed to use memory Scan. The radio will enter standard Scan Mode if no memory Channels are programmed. Standby Mode NOTE The radio must be squelched for the Memory Scan mode to function. See page 16 for squelch procedure. Memory Scan USA 1W MEM TIME: 10:00 UTC DATE: 06/01 41° 54.523N MEM SCAN 087° 47.
Rewind Operation VHF Marine Operating Your Radio Radio Protocols Rewind-Say-Again® Feature The radio has a Cobra exclusive playback feature, Rewind-Say-Again®. This feature allows you to replay the last 20 seconds of an incoming audio transmission. It also allows you to record call details including position coordinates, call signs, registration numbers and store details that will help authorities locate a distressed vessel.
Rewind Operation VHF MarineYour Operating Radio Radio Protocols ® Rewind-Say-Again Icon Rewind-Say-Again Key Setup and Advanced Operation of Rewind-Say-Again ® Operation of Rewind-Say-Again : 1. Rewind is set to ON by default. The Rewind icon will appear on the Standby screen when Rewind is on (see illustration). a. To Turn REWIND Off - press the Rewind key to enter the Rewind-Say-Again menu. With OFF: Exit REWIND selected, press the Enter soft key to exit and turn OFF the Rewind function. b.
Mobile Phone Operation With Bluetooth® VHF Marine Operating Your Radio Radio Protocols Mobile Phone Operation with Bluetooth® NOTE Please refer to the Bluetooth Mode Pairing and Programming section on page 28 for instructions on how to pair your mobile phone with this device. The following section covers how to complete a phone call and other basic operations.
Mobile Phone Operation With Bluetooth® VHF MarineYour Operating Radio Radio Protocols Initiate a Phone Call There are several ways to initiate a call. These include initiating (as normal) from the mobile phone, using voice dialing and last number redial. To Initiate from the Mobile Phone 1. Simply dial a number on your mobile phone. (See manufacturer’s instructions for making a call.
Mobile Phone Operation With Bluetooth® VHF Marine Operating Your Radio Radio Protocols Bluetooth Soft Key 16 USA 6W TIME:10:00 LOC DATE:06/30 A 32 49.800N EMERGENCY 999.11.077W SOG: 3.7 KTS COG: 015 M BURP MORE LOG VOICE DIAL VOICE DIAL ON END ACTIVE CALL END CALL END 42 English Using Voice Dial This feature allows you to use your voice to dial a contact from the contact list on your mobile phone. NOTE Voice dialing is an advanced function and may not be supported by all phones.
Mobile Phone Operation With Bluetooth® VHF MarineYour Operating Radio Radio Protocols Bluetooth Soft Key 16 USA 6W TIME:10:00 LOC DATE:06/30 A 32 49.800N EMERGENCY 999.11.077W SOG: 3.7 KTS COG: 015 M BURP MORE LOG BLUETOOTH MENU BLUETOOTH VOX REDIAL LAST CALL EXIT ENTER Last Number Redial This feature allows you to redial the last number stored in the mobile phone’s Call Log. This feature is supported by most mobile phones. To Initiate a Last Number Redial: 1.
Mobile Phone Operation With Bluetooth® VHF Marine Operating Your Radio Radio Protocols General Bluetooth Operation and Frequently Asked Questions Q What is the Industry Standard Range for Bluetooth® Wireless Technology? The industry standard range for Bluetooth wireless technology is 30 feet (10 meters). The radio will loose its pairing with the mobile phone if the mobile phone and the radio are separated farther than this.
Mobile Phone Operation With Bluetooth® VHF MarineYour Operating Radio Radio Protocols Q Please make sure to note your VOX setting. If VOX is set to On, then the receiving caller might hear conversation and noise in your background. This setting is retained in memory. If switched On, then it will be On the next time the radio is switched On and connected. Q Can I use my mobile phone for emergency use? No, Cobra does not endorse cellular telephones as a substitute for marine radios.
Floating Feature VHF Marine Operating Your Radio Radio Protocols Floating Radio Floating Radio This radio is designed to float if dropped overboard. The flashing light at the bottom of the radio will activate as soon as it makes contact with water and the orange center makes it visible and easy to retrieve. This rugged radio is also designed to meet JIS8 (IPX8) specifications. This means it’s designed to operate properly after being submerged in more than one meter deep water for 30 plus minutes.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting VHF MarineYour Operating Radio Radio Protocols Maintenance • Very little maintenance is required to keep your CobraMarine VHF radio in good operating condition: Q Keep the radio and charger clean by wiping with a soft cloth and mild detergent. Do not use solvents or harsh or abrasive cleaners, which could damage the case or scratch the LCD screen.
VHF Marine Radio Procedures Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols VHF Marine Radio Procedures • Maintain Your Watch Whenever your boat is underway, the radio must be turned On and be tuned to Channel 16 except when being used for messages. Power Try 1 watt first, if the station being called is within a few miles. If there is no answer, switch to 3 watts and call again. You have the ability to go up to 6 watts of output power to increase your calling distance.
VHF Marine Radio Procedures VHF Marine Radio Protocols Prohibited Communications You MUST NOT transmit: Q False distress or emergency messages. Q Messages containing obscene, indecent or profane language. Q General calls, signals or messages (messages not addressed to a particular station) on Channel 16, except in an emergency or if you are testing your radio. Q When you are on land.
Voice Calling VHF Marine Radio Protocols Voice Calling • You are required to listen to Channel 16 while standing by. Channel 16 is the distress and safety channel used for establishing initial contact with another station and for emergency communication. The Coast Guard also monitors Channel 16 for safety purposes for everyone on the water. NOTE Channel 9 may be used by recreational vessels for general-purpose calling.
Voice Calling & MOB VHF Marine Radio Protocols NOTE For best sound quality at the station you are calling, hold the microphone on the front of the radio at least 2 in. (51 mm) from your mouth and slightly off to one (1) side. Speak in a normal tone of voice. NOTE “Over and Out” The most commonly misused procedure words are “over and out” within the same transmission. “Over” means you expect a reply. “Out” means you are finished and do not expect a reply.
Digital Selective Calling (DSC) VHF Marine Radio Protocols Digital Selective Calling (DSC) • Digital selective calling is a semi-automated system for establishing a radio call. It has been designed by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as an international standard for VHF, MF, and HF calls and is part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS).
Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) VHF Marine Radio Protocols Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) • The MMSI Number Is Available In The U.S.A. From Any Of Two (2) Sources: Q U.S. Power Squadron www.usps.org Q BoatU.S.– www.getmmsi.com NOTE The above references are for recreational vessels only. Commercial vessels should contact the FCC. An MMSI is a nine (9) digit number used on a marine radio capable of using digital selective calling (DSC).
Digital Select Calling (DSC) Setup VHF Marine Radio Protocols DSC Set-Up • Digital selective calling — DSC — employs digital RF signals which tend to carry further and be less susceptible to distortion from noise and atmospheric conditions than analog ones. The result is greater range and more reliable message delivery per watt of output power. But, that is not the only advantage of DSC equipped radios.
Digital Select Calling (DSC) Setup Operating Your Radio VHF Marine Radio Protocols DSC SETUP MENU RADIO MMSI ENTRY RADIO ATIS ENTRY INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY GROUP MMSI POSITION REPLY AUTO CHANNEL SWITCH ENTER EXIT RADIO MMSI ENTRY MMSI _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ENTER EXIT RADIO MMSI ENTRY MMSI 123456789 ENTER EXIT RADIO MMSI ENTRY RE-ENTER MMSI NUMBER MMSI _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ENTER EXIT RADIO MMSI ENTRY CONFIRM ENTRY MMSI 123456789 ENTER EXIT RADIO MMSI MMSI 123456789 To Enter Your MMSI Number: 1.
Digital Select Calling (DSC) Setup Operating Your Radio If You Transfer Your Radio To A Different Vessel Contact the MMSI issuing agency from which you obtained your number and change the information associated with your number to correspond to vessel in which it will be mounted. To View Your MMSI Number At Any Time: 1. Enter the DSC SETUP MENU menu and scroll to RADIO MMSI ENTRY with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons. RADIO MMSI MMSI 123456789 EXIT 2.
Digital Select Calling (DSC) Setup Operating Your Radio Group MMSI Number Nautical organizations such as yacht clubs and the organizers of events such as regattas can establish Group MMSIs. These allow a message to be sent automatically to all members of the group without having to call each one individually. Each member of the group must enter the group MMSI number in his radio in order to receive group messages.
Digital Select Calling (DSC) Setup Operating Your Radio Position Request Reply Type The ability to send your position to another station is an added feature of DSC radios that have GPS. It is handy for rendezvous and rescue situations. Your CobraMarine VHF radio allows you to choose whether to have the radio automatically respond to all Position Requests it receives or to alert you to a Position Request and allow you to choose whether to respond or not — manual reply.
Digital Select Calling (DSC) Setup Operating Your Radio DSC SETUP MENU RADIO MMSI ENTRY INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY GROUP MMSI POSITION REPLY AUTO CHANNEL SWITCH INDIVIDUAL CALL REPLY ENTER EXIT INDIVIDUAL CALL REPLY AUTO MANUAL EXIT ENTER To Set The Individual Reply Auto or Manual: 1. Enter the DSC SETUP MENU menu and scroll to INDIVIDUAL CALL REPLY with the Up/Down soft keys or the Up/Down channel buttons. 2. Press the ENTER soft key and observe the current selected setting — AUTO or MANUAL. 3.
Radiotelephone Calls VHF Marine Radio Protocols Radiotelephone Calls • Boaters may make and receive radiotelephone calls to and from any number on the telephone network by using the services of public coast stations. Calls can be made — for a fee — between your radio and telephones on land, sea and in the air. See the Appendix for the public correspondence (marine operator) channels.
Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure VHF Marine Radio Protocols Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure • The ability to summon assistance in an emergency is the primary reason to have a VHF marine radio. The marine environment can be unforgiving and what may initially be a minor problem can rapidly develop into a situation beyond your control. The Coast Guard monitors Channel 16, responds to all distress calls, and coordinates all search and rescue efforts.
Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure VHF Marine Radio Protocols Introduction Marine Emergency Signals The three (3) spoken international emergency signals are: MAYDAY The distress signal MAYDAY is used to indicate that a station is threatened by grave and imminent danger and requests immediate assistance. PAN The urgency signal PAN is used when the safety of the vessel or person is in jeopardy. (This signal is properly pronounced pahn.
Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure Introduction VHF Marine Radio Protocols Marine Distress Procedure Speak slowly — clearly — calmly. 1. Make sure your radio is On. 2. Select Channel 16. 3. Press Talk button and say: “MAYDAY — MAYDAY — MAYDAY.” (Or “PAN — PAN — PAN,” or “SECURITE — SECURITE — SECURITE.”) 4. Say: “THIS IS [your vessel name or call sign],” repeated three (3) times. 5. Say: “MAYDAY (or “PAN” or “SECURITE”) [your vessel name or call sign]. 6.
Emergency Messages and Distress Procedure VHF Marine Radio Protocols Introduction For Example “Mayday — Mayday — Mayday” “This is Corsair — Corsair — Corsair” [or “IL 1234 AB” “Mayday Corsair (or IL 1234 AB)” “Navy Pier bears 220 degrees magnetic — distance 5 miles” “Struck submerged object and flooding — need pump and tow” “Four (4) adults, three (3) children aboard — no one injured” “Estimate we will remain afloat one-half hour” “Corsair (or IL 1234 AB) is 26 ft sloop with blue hull and tan deck house”
Warranty and Trademark Acknowledgement Warranty Introduction Limited 3-Year Warranty • For Products Purchased In The U.S.A. Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its CobraMarine VHF radio, and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of three (3) years from the date of first consumer purchase. This warranty may be enforced by the first consumer purchaser, provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A.
Product Service Customer Service Introduction Cobra first! DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE! See customer assistance on page A1. If your product should require factory service, please call Cobra first before sending your radio. This will ensure the fastest turn-around time on your repair. You may be asked to send your radio to the Cobra factory. It will be necessary to furnish the following to have the product serviced and returned: 1.
6SHFLÀFDWLRQV 6SHFLÀFDWLRQV Introduction General Number of Channels All U.S., Canadian, International and NOAA Weather Channels Channel Spacing 25 kHz Modulation 5 kHz Max. Input Voltage 7.4 VDC Battery Life: 5% TX, 5% RX, 90% Standby LiON: 10 hours @ 6 watts Current Drain: Standby Receive (Rx) Transmit (Tx) 45 mA 200 mA 1.8 A @ High Power, 700 mA @ Low Power Temperature Range -20˚C to 40˚C 5.71” H X 2.83” W X 1.87” D (131mm X 72mm X 47mm) not including antenna 0 lbs, 11.6 oz.
VHF Marine Channel Assignments VHF Marine Radio Protocols Appendix Introduction VHF Marine Channel Assignments • Three (3) sets of VHF channels have been established for marine use in the U.S.A., Canada and the rest of the world (International). Most of the channels are the same for all three (3) maps, but there are definite differences (see table on the following pages). Your radio has all three (3) maps built into it and will operate correctly in whichever area you choose.
VHF Marine Channel Assignments Introduction Appendix Asignación de canales de VHF para radiocomunicación marítima • Existen tres (3) juegos de canales VHF para uso marítimo en los EE.UU., Canadá y el resto del mundo (internacional). La mayoría de los canales coinciden en los tres (3) mapas, pero sin duda existen diferencias (consulte las tablas en las páginas siguientes). El radio incorpora los tres (3) mapas y funcionará correctamente en cualquiera de las tres áreas.
VHF Marine Channel Assignments Appendix Channel Assignments (English) Sea Tow Automated Radio Check (ARC) Channels 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 84 Tune your radio to the proper channel for your area (see seatow.com/arc). Conduct a radio check as you normally would. Upon releasing the mic the system will replay your transmission letting you hear how you sound. Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) For calls to marine operators at public coast stations.
VHF Marine Channel Assignments Introduction Appendix Asignaciones de canales (Español) Control de radio automatizado remolque del mar (CAR) Canales 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 84 Sintonice su radio en el canal adecuado para su área (ver seatow.com/arc). Llevar a cabo una comprobación de la radio como lo haría normalmente. Al soltar el micrófono el sistema se volverá a reproducir la transmisión que le permite escuchar cómo suena.
VHF Marine Channel Assignments Appendix Channel Number Número de canal 01 01A 02 03 03A 04 Channel Map Frequency Power Limits Mapa de canales Frecuencia Límites de potencia 86$ ,QW·O &DQDGD 7UDQVPLW Receive EE.UU. nternac Canadá Recepción • • • • • • • • 04A • • • 05 • 05A 06 07 • • 07A 08 09 • • • • • • • • 10 11 12 13 • • • • • • • • • • • • 72 English • • • • Transm. 156.050 160.650 156.050 156.050 156.100 160.700 156.150 160.750 156.150 156.150 156.
VHF Marine Channel Assignments Appendix Channel Use (English) Uso de canales (Español) Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo) Port Operations and Commercial, VTS in selected areas Operaciones portuarias y comerciales; VTS en áreas selectas Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo) Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo) Coast Guard Only guardia costera solamente Pub
VHF Marine Channel Assignments Appendix Introduction Channel Number Número de canal 14 15 Channel Map Frequency Mapa de canales Frecuencia 86$ ,QW·O &DQDGD 7UDQVPLW Receive EE.UU. nternac Canadá Recepción • • 15 • • Transm. 156.700 156.700 Rx Only 156.750 • • 156.750 156.750 16 • • • 156.800 156.800 17 • • • 156.850 156.850 156.900 161.500 156.900 156.900 156.950 161.550 156.950 156.950 156.950 161.550 156.950 161.550 157.000 161.600 157.000 157.
VHF Marine Channel Assignments Introduction Appendix Channel Use (English) Uso de canales (Español) Port Operations, VTS in selected areas Operaciones portuarias; VTS en áreas selectas Environmental (Receive Only). Medioambiental (recepción solamente).
VHF Marine Channel Assignments Appendix Introduction Channel Number Número de canal Channel Map Frequency Power Limits Mapa de canales Frecuencia Límites de potencia 86$ ,QW·O &DQDGD 7UDQVPLW Receive EE.UU. nternac Canadá Recepción 23A 23B • 24 25 25B • • 26 27 28 28B • • • 60 61 • • • • • • • 61A Rx Only 161.750 • • • 157.200 161.800 157.250 161.850 RX only 161.850 • • • • 157.300 161.900 157.350 161.950 157.400 162.000 RX only 162.000 • 156.025 160.625 156.
VHF Marine Channel Assignments Introduction Appendix Channel Use (English) Uso de canales (Español) Coast Guard Only Solamente Guardacostas Coast Guard Only – Weather Broadcasts Solamente Guardacostas – Transmisiones Meteorológicas Sea Tow ARC (Automated Radio Check) RMCAR (Chequeo Automatizado de la Radio) Sea Tow ARC (Automated Radio Check) RMCAR (Chequeo Automatizado de la Radio) Safety: Continuous Marine Broadcast (CMB) service by MCTS Canada Seguridad: Transmisión Marítima Continua (CMB) se
VHF Marine Channel Assignments Appendix Introduction Channel Number Número de canal 67 Frequency Power Limits Mapa de canales Frecuencia Límites de potencia 86$ ,QW·O &DQDGD 7UDQVPLW Receive EE.UU. nternac Canadá Recepción 66 66A Channel Map • • Transm. 156.325 160.925 • 156.325 156.325 • • • 156.375 156.375 68 • • • 156.425 156.425 69 • • • 156.475 156.475 70 • • • RX only 156.525 71 • • • 156.575 156.575 72 • • • 156.625 156.
VHF Marine Channel Assignments Introduction Appendix Channel Use (English) Uso de canales (Español) Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo), operaciones portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones Port Operations Operaciones portuarias U.S. (Commercial). Used for bridge-to-bridge communications in lower Mississippi River (Intership Only); Canada (Commercial Fishing), S&R EE.UU. (comercial).
VHF Marine Channel Assignments Appendix Introduction Channel Number Número de canal 78 78A 1078 2078 79 79A Frecuencia Límites de potencia ,QW·O &DQDGD 7UDQVPLW Receive Canadá Recepción • • 156.925 156.925 161.525 156.975 161.525 161.575 156.975 156.975 156.975 156.975 161.575 161.575 157.025 161.625 157.025 157.025 157.075 161.675 157.075 157.075 157.125 161.725 157.125 157.125 157.175 161.775 • 157.175 157.175 • RX only 161.775 • • • • • 157.225 157.275 157.
VHF Marine Channel Assignments Introduction Appendix Channel Use (English) Uso de canales (Español) Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Non-Commercial (Recreational) Correspondencia pública (operador marítimo) No comercial (recreativo) Port Operations Operaciones portuarias Port Operations Port Operations, Ship Movement Commercial (Also Non-Commercial only in Great Lakes) Operaciones portuarias Operaciones portuarias, movimiento de embarcaciones Comercial (en los Grandes Lagos también no comerci
VHF Marine Channel Assignments Appendix Introduction Channel Number Número de canal Channel Map Frequency Power Limits Mapa de canales Frecuencia Límites de potencia 86$ ,QW·O &DQDGD 7UDQVPLW Receive EE.UU. nternac Canadá Recepción Transm. 1001 • 156.050 156.050 1005 • 156.250 156.250 1007 • 156.350 156.350 1018 • 156.900 156.900 1019 • 156.950 156.950 1020 • 157.000 157.000 1021 • 157.050 157.050 1022 • 157.100 157.100 1023 1063 • • 157.150 157.
VHF Marine Channel Assignments Appendix Introduction Channel Use (English) Port Operations / Vessel Traffic Service Port Operations / Vessel Traffic Service Uso de canales (Español) Operaciones portuarias / Servicio de Tránsito de Embarcaciones Operaciones portuarias / Servicio de Tránsito de Embarcaciones Commercial Comercial Commercial Comercial Port Operations Operaciones portuarias Port Operations Operaciones portuarias Coast Guard Only Solamente Guardacostas Coast Guard Only Solamente Gua
VHF Marine Channel Assignments Introduction Appendix VHF Marine Channel Assignments (English) NOTE Many of the plain-numbered channels, such as 01, 02 and 03, transmit and receive on different frequencies. This is termed duplex operation. Some other plain-numbered channels and all of the A channels, such as 01A, 03A and 04A, transmit and receive on a single frequency, which is termed simplex operation. Your radio automatically adjusts to these conditions.
Weather Channel Assignments Introduction Appendix Weather Channel Assignments Asignaciones de canales meteorológicos • Weather Channels Wx 1 Thru 10 Receive-only channels for NOAA and Canadian weather broadcasts. You cannot transmit on these channels. NOTE * These channels are restricted to the listed uses in certain parts of the country or for certain types of users only. Consult FCC rules or a knowledgeable radio operator before using them.
Optional Accessories Accessories Introduction Accessories • Your Cobra radio has several optional accessories available to enhance the use of the radio. Some are listed below: Alkaline Battery Tray Alkaline Battery Tray A special alkaline battery tray (P/N CM 110-035) is available as an optional accessory to have as an emergency backup. By using five (5) high-quality AA alkaline batteries, you can have a spare battery backup source for your radio. NOTE Alkaline batteries are not rechargeable.
Optional Accessories Introduction Accessories Belt Clip Belt Clip Replacement Belt Clip P/N CM 240-003 AC Charger AC Charger Replacement AC Charger P/N CM 120-007 DC Charger DC Charger Replacement DC Charger P/N CM 130-005 Drop-In Battery Charger Drop-In Battery Charger Replacement Drop-In Charger P/N CM 110-032 NMEA Output Cable NMEA Pouput Cable P/N CM 140-003 Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 87
World City Time Zones Accessories Introduction World City Time Zones • In order to set correct local time as compared to different World City Time Zones, enter the hour “offset” as listed below. The correct local time appears on the VHF for Cities all over the world. See page 43 for setup information. Longitudinal Zone Offset City E172.50 to W172.50 -12 IDLW (International Date Line West) W172.50 to W157.50 -11 Nome W157.50 to W142.50 -10 Honolulu W142.50 to W127.50 -9 Yukon STD W127.
Built-In GPS Receiver & DSC Shows GPS coordinates on screen and automatically sends GPS location with DSC calls. Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Make and receive phone calls using Bluetooth® Wireless Technology, keeping your cell phone safe and dry. FLOATING Never lose your radio. Floating design and orange core make retrieving the radio easy if dropped overboard. Rewind-Say-Again® Replay missed VHF calls. 6 Watt VHF Select between 1, 3 and 6 Watts for short and long range communication. Flashlight/S.O.S.
(GCVWTGU $GPGƂVU Built-In GPS Receiver DSC (Digital Selective Calling) Unlimited Memory Channels Tri-Watch Channel Names Scan Memory Scan Signal Strength Meter Button/Key Lock Battery With Charge Contacts Illuminated Function Keys Shows GPS coordinates on screen and automatically sends GPS location with DSC calls. Compliant with the latest FCC specifications for Class-D VHF Radios.
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Class-D Fixed Mount VHF Radios The latest in Class-D Digital Selective Calling (DSC) Technology MR F11W GPS 1118 GPS D. MR F77W GPS I 778 GPS • Built-in GPS and GPS Checker • Rewind-Say-Again"' replays missed VHF calls • 1 or 25 Watts • NOAA weather and alert provides real time warnings of severe weather 24 hours a day • Flush and bracket mount kit included • Waterproof to JIS8/IPX8 Standards • Available in White or Gray MR HH125 MR HH450 DUAl &CAMO A.
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