Fixed Mount VHF Marine Radio with DSC Owner’s Manual www.midlandradio.
Model RG1 Owner’s Manual Table of Contents Welcome to the World of Midland Electronics Major REGATTA 1 Features FCC Licensing Information - Station License - International Station License - Radio Call Sign - Canadian Ship Station License Warnings Included with your REGATTA 1 Controls and Indicators -Front Panel -Back Panel -LCD Indicators Installation Operation Distress Digital Selective Calling GPS (NMEA0183) Input Connection Specification USA Channel and Function Chart International Channel and Function
Model RG1 Owner’s Manual Welcome to the World of Midland Electronics Congratulations on your purchase of the Midland REGATTA 1 VHF Marine Radio. This fixed mount radio gives you 2-way vessel to vessel and vessel to shore communication- for both safety and navigational purposes. With the REGATTA 1, you can call for help, get information from other boaters and talk to loch or bridge tenders.
Model RG1 Owner’s Manual FCC Licensing Information The REGATTA 1 radio complies with the FCC (Federal Communication Commission) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service. This radio incorporates a VHF FM transceiver designed for use in the frequency range of 156.025 to 162.550 MHz. It requires 13.8 volts DC and has a switchable RF output power of one (1) or (25) watts. The transceiver is capable of DSC (Digital Selective Calling) operation.
Model RG1 Owner’s Manual Warnings General This device has been tested for compliance with digital marine device limits. These limits were created to allow for reasonable protection against damaging interference. This device is to be used solely as an aid to navigation. Its settings may be influenced by diverse factors, such as defects or malfunction of the device, environmental conditions or improper use.
Model RG1 Owner’s Manual Included with your REGATTA 1 Transceiver and Microphone Surface Mount Kit Microphone Mounting Kit Page 6 DC Power Cord GPS Interface Cable www.midlandradio.
Model RG1 Owner’s Manual Controls and Indicators Front Panel PTT Button Channel Up Button Power/ Volume Knob Channel Down Button DSC Button Squelch Knob Select Button 16/9/ Tri -Watch Button HI/LO Power Button PA Button Distress Button Weather Alert Button Scan/ UIC Button Power/Volume Knob: (On/Off/Volume) - Turns the unit On or Off and adjusts the speaker volume. Squelch Knob: Rotate this knob to eliminate background noise when a signal is not being received.
Model RG1 Owner’s Manual Controls and Indicators cont... Back Panel Antenna Connector NMEA /GPS Accessory Connector DC External Speaker/ Connectors PA Connector LCD Indicators 1 2 3 13 4 6 8 10 5 7 9 11 12 1. LO (Low)- Indicates transmit output is 1 Watt. 2. HI (High)- Indicates transmit output is 25 Watts. 3. TX (Transmit)- Indicates radio is transmitting. 4. TRI (Triple Watch)- Indicates Triple Watch Mode is in effect. 5. SCAN- Indicates channel scan mode is in effect. 6.
Model RG1 Owner’s Manual Installation The REGATTA 1 will only operate with a nominal 13.8 volt negative ground battery system. It is important to carefully determine the most suitable location for your radio on your vessel. Electrical, mechanical, and environmental considerations must all be taken into account. You should select the optimum relationship among these considerations. Features which should be considered are: 1.
Model RG1 Owner’s Manual Installation cont... Antenna Considerations A variety of antennas are available from a number of quality suppliers. It is recommended you draw upon the advice of your Midland dealer in determining a suitable antenna for your vessel and range requirements. In general, communication range is increased by using a high-gain antenna placed as high as possible above the water line. Antennas should be located away from metal objects.
Model RG1 Owner’s Manual Operation Power On/Off: Turn the unit On by rotating the PWR/VOL control clockwise. Adjust the volume to a comfortable level. When you turn the unit On, you will hear a beep, and the channel number will display on the LCD. Note: When you turn On the radio for the first time after purchase, the channel 16 will appear on the LCD. Last Channel Memory: The REGATTA 1 memorizes the last channel selected before you turn Off the radio.
Model RG1 Owner’s Manual Operation Cont... Coast Guard Channel 16/9 : To access Coast Guard Channel 16 or Channel 9 communications, press 16/9/TRI. You can access Coast Guard Channel 16 instantly while tuned to another channel. Press 16/9/TRI again for Channel 9 Calling communications. Press 16/9/TRI a third time to return to the channel selected prior to accessing Coast Guard Channel 16/Channel 9 commnunications. The display will indicate the selected channel.
Model RG1 Owner’s Manual Operation Cont... Setting Transmit (TX) Power NOTE : It is important to remember to use the LO position in port or for short range communications. 1. When you turn the radio On for the first time, the unit is automatically set to transmit at 25 watts (HI). 2. Press HI/LO to change the transmitter output to 1 watt (LO). 3. Press HI/LO again to change back to 25 watts (HI). Note: Each time the HI/LO is pressed a short tone sounds. CH13 is set as 1 watt (LO) channel.
Model RG1 Owner’s Manual Distress Note: You must set the user MMSI in order to send a Distress call. This feature will allow you to transmit a Distress call. 1. In order to transmit a Distress call, press and hold DISTRESS for 5 seconds. 2. You will see SL in the display. Press the SELECT button and the Distress call will be transmitted. 2. The Distress call is transmitted and it waits for about 210 - 270 seconds. This is continued internally.
Model RG1 Owner’s Manual DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING Digital Selective Calling is a process of establishing a radio call, it has been chosen by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as an international standard for establishing VHF, MF and HF radio calls. Digital Selective Calling has also been selected as part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS).
Model RG1 Owner’s Manual REGATTA1 GPS Input Connection Specification Your RG1 transceiver can be used with an external GPS device. Attach the included GPS adaptor cable (black) to the radio’s GPS connector (tan). Then, the GPS adaptor cable can be connected to a GPS device. When connected to a GPS receiver, the RG-1 transceiver will display the Midland Globe icon. When the globe icon is displayed, the GPS NMEA data is available for transmitting distress or DSC calls.
Model RG1 Owner’s Manual VHF Marine Channel and Functions (USA Channels) Page 17 www.midlandradio.
Model RG1 Owner’s Manual VHF Marine Channel and Functions (International Channels) Page 18 www.midlandradio.
Model RG1 Owner’s Manual VHF Marine Channel and Functions (Canadian Channels) Page 19 www.midlandradio.
Model RG1 Owner’s Manual Technical Specifications General Channels.........................All 49 USA, 54 Canadian & 57 international marine channels Frequency generation...................................................................... PLL synthesizer Frequency range.....................................................TX from 156.025 to 157.425 MHz RX from 163.275 to 162.550 MHz Antenna Impedance.....................................................................................50 Ohm Power supply...
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Model RG1 Owner’s Manual Care and Maintenance Your REGATTA 1 is a precision crafted piece of electronic equipment and you should treat it accordingly. Due to the rugged design, very little maintenance is required. However, a few precautions should be observed: • If the antenna has been damaged, you should not transmit except in the case of an emergency. A defective antenna may cause damage to your radio. • You are responsible for continued FCC technical compliance of your radio.
Model RG1 Owner’s Manual Limited Warranty Midland Radio will repair or replace, at its option without charge, your MODEL REGATTA 1 VHF Marine transceiver which fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within THREE YEARS following the initial consumer purchase. This warranty does not include the cost of labor for removal or re-installation of the product in a vehicle or other mounting. Accessories have a 90 day warranty from date of purchase, including any connector cords or adapters.
Model RG1 Owner’s Manual Service and Technical Support * If you have a problem which you believe requires service, please call first and speak with a service technician. Many problems can be remedied over the phone without returning the unit for service. For Technical Support Contact: Midland Radio Corporation 5900 Parretta Drive Kansas City, Missouri 64120 Phone: (816) 241-8500 Fax: (816) 241-5713 E-mail: mail@midlandradio.com Website: www.midlandradio.
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