RS90 Operating Manual ENGLISH simrad-yachting.
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This manual represents the RS90 as at the time of printing. Navico Holding AS. and its subsidiaries, branches and affiliates reserve the right to make changes to specifications without notice. IMPORTANT 1. DSC functions will not operate on the RS90 until your MMSI has been entered. 2. The radio channels installed into this Simrad VHF radio may vary from country to country depending upon the model and government or national communications authority regulations. 3.
Simrad recommends that you check the requirements of your national radio communications authorities before operating DSC functions. RF emissions notice This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device’s antenna must be installed in accordance with provided instructions; and it must be operated with minimum 96 cm spacing between the antennas and all person’s body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist and feet) during operation.
Industry Canada statement This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the devise. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
CE compliance statement This product complies with CE under R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC. The relevant Declaration of Conformity is available in the following website under the model documentation section: http://www.simrad-yachting.com Important safety information Read carefully before installation and use Warning: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that could result in death or serious injury. Caution: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that could result in minor or moderate injury.
Contents 11 8| About this manual 12 System Overview 12 13 14 Introduction RS90 Transceiver System overview diagram 16 Getting started 16 19 20 21 23 23 24 26 26 27 27 28 28 29 29 29 Handsets Handset control buttons Keys Switching on and off The standby screen Modes Changing channel Adjusting the volume Adjusting squelch Setting transmission power PTT Key Using the menus Shortcut Keys Entering data Warning messages Alert tones 30 Operating procedures 30 30 31 31 32 32 33 34 34 37 38 Making a ro
39 39 40 40 Using the intercom Using the announce function Using the voice recorder Sharing NMEA 2000 data 41 Waypoint procedures 41 42 42 43 Adding a new waypoint Editing a waypoint Deleting a waypoint Navigating to a waypoint 45 DSC Procedures 45 47 51 63 69 Introduction to DSC DSC Distress calls Sending routine DSC calls Receiving DSC calls ATIS 70 AIS procedures 71 71 72 73 List of nearby vessels PPI display T/CPA screen AIS Target information 74 Setup 74 75 77 84 91 94 97 Wireless hand
6 108 108 110 114 122 128 10 | Appendix 7 - Features Appendix 8 - DSC information Appendix 9 - AIS information Appendix 10 - Technical specification Appendix 11 - US and ROW VHF marine channel charts Appendix 12 - EU VHF marine channel charts Appendix 13 - MMSI and license information Contents | RS90 Operating Manual
1 About this manual This manual describes the operation of the Simrad RS90 marine VHF radio. For instructions on installing the radio, please see the separate manual: Simrad RS90 Marine VHF radio Installation Manual. This manual is organized as follows: • System Overview Describes the components and main features of the VHF radio. • Getting started Explains how to use the equipment, including handsets and menus.
2 System Overview Introduction The Simrad RS90 VHF radio is a comprehensive solution for marine VHF radio applications. The radio comprises: • RS90 VHF transceiver. • One wired handset as standard, and optionally up to 3 more wired handsets. (Maximum of 4 wired handsets in total.) • Up to 2 optional wireless handsets. • Up to 4 optional external speakers.
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System overview diagram - legend 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 RS90 VHF radio transceiver 12 VDC power supply Wireless handset Wired handset External loudspeaker NMEA 0183 GPS and horn button AIS data output Loud hailer speaker VHF antenna NMEA 2000 network connection System Overview | RS90 Operating Manual | 15
3 Getting started Caution: Under extreme operating conditions, the temperature of the rear heat-sink on this radio may exceed normal surface temperatures. Caution is advised to prevent possible skin burns. Handsets All the operating functions of the RS90 are carried out using the handsets. Each handset contains a microphone, a small internal loudspeaker and various buttons for controlling the radio. Two types of handset are available: • Up to four wired handsets can be connected.
Handset parts 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 Red distress cover with button beneath Screen PTT button Volume control Function keys Keypad (wired handsets only). Subscribing a wireless handset At installation time, wireless handsets must be registered in the transceiver. For instructions, see “Subscribing a wireless handset” on page 74.
Charging a wireless handset When a wireless handset is not in use, it should be placed on its cradle for charging. Locate the bottom of the handset onto the cradle first, and then press the top of the handset inwards until it clicks into the top lugs. Handset operation priority If you want to use HS1, but it displays “HS# IN USE,” it means that another handset is operating. To shift control to HS1: 1. Press [X]. 2. The display shows “Take Control?” 18 | • Press [OK] to take over control.
Handset control buttons 2 1 3 4 10 5 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8 7 6 Short press for AIS menu. Long press for Hailer mode. Press to select the priority channel. Short press for Exit key. Long press for power on/off. Squelch keys. Also used for moving cursor left/right. Three favourite channel key. Short press for weather station (US models). Long press for Navigation mode. Change channel, or scroll menu options. Short press for [OK] key. Long press to toggle high/low power. Short press for DSC menu.
Keys Some keys on the handsets have more than one function, depending on what mode the radio is in. For example, [OK] for accepting input and [H/L] for selecting high or low transmission power are activated using the same key. To activate the lower function on the key label, press and hold the key until the radio responds. A complete reference to keys is given in “Appendix 2 - Keys reference” on page 100.
Switching on and off Switching on the system The VHF radio is switched on from a wired handset. To switch on the radio: 1. Press and hold [X] on a wired handset until the startup screen showing version numbers appears. 2. When prompted, press [X] to exit the startup screen and display the main operating screen. This switches on the transceiver and the wired handset. ¼¼ Note: A wireless handset can only switch itself on and off. See “Switching on a wireless handset” on page 22.
Switching on a wireless handset • Press and hold [X] until the display illuminates. The display shows “Searching,” then “Connecting,” and then the current operating screen. ¼¼ Notes: • This only switches on the individual wireless handset, not the transceiver. • If the transceiver is off, the wireless handset continues to display “Searching.” • At install time, wireless handsets must be subscribed. See “Subscribing a wireless handset” on page 74.
The standby screen The following illustration shows a typical operating screen in standby mode. The radio is in standby mode when it is waiting to send or receive calls. Hi DSC 16 DISTRESS 14:43 UTC 128 t 5Kt 55 33.122 N 012 42.408 E HARBR 275 t 8.00 nm 0.00 PRI INT The above screen shows: • The radio is tuned to channel 16, which has been designated as the priority channel (PRI). • In this unit, Channel 16 has been named “DISTRESS.” • Transmitting power is set to high (Hi). • DSC is enabled.
Scanning mode In scanning mode, the radio scans selected channels for radio activity. Navigation mode Navigation mode displays distance and bearing to a selected waypoint. Hailer mode Hailer mode allows you to use the radio to hail other vessels or deck crew through a connected loud-hailer speaker. Fog horn mode Fog horn mode allows you to use the radio to sound a fog horn tone through a connected loud-hailer speaker.
You can use one of the following methods to change channel: • Press [16/9] to switch immediately to the priority channel (see “Priority channels” below). • Press ▲ or ▼ until you reach the required channel number. • Press and hold ▲ or ▼ to rapidly scroll through the channel numbers. When the number you require is displayed, release the key.
Special channel A/B Certain USA channels have ‘A’ or ‘B’ suffixes. “A” indicates simplex use of the ship station transmit side of an international duplex channel, and that operations are different than international operations on that channel. “A” channels are generally only used in the United States, and use is normally not recognized or allowed outside the U.S. “B” indicates simplex use of the coast station transmit side of an international duplex channel. The U.S.
Setting transmission power The RS90 has two transmission power settings: High 25 W Low 1 W To change the power setting: Press and hold [H/L] until the Hi or Lo icon on the display changes. ¼¼ Notes • Channel 16 always remains in high transmission power. • Some channels allow only low-power transmissions. If you try to change to high power, the RS90 will sound an error beep.
Using the menus Hi DSC C 16 DSC SETUP USER MMSI GROUP SETUP INDIV REPLY DSC FUNC Hi DSC C MENU SELECT WAYPOINT N2K DATA VOICE REC BACKLIGHT The [CALL/MENU] button provides access to two different menus as follows: PRI USA 16 • Short press to access the DSC menu. • Long press (press and hold) to access the main menu. To use the menus: • Use ▼ or ▲ to scroll to the option you want. PRI USA • Press [OK] to select a menu option, or • Press [X] to go back without selecting an option.
Entering data Entering data with a wired handset Enter data using the keypad. The first press of a key inputs the number corresponding to the key; subsequent presses input letters of the alphabet as indicated on the key. For example, 2, A, B, and C are typed using the same key. After a short pause, the cursor automatically jumps to the next space; or, you can press [OK] to move to the next space immediately. ¼¼ Note: Characters can only be entered in upper case.
4 Operating procedures Making a routine radio call Making a routine ship to ship or ship to shore call. 1. Select a calling channel. See “Changing channel” on page 24. 2. Listen to make sure that there is no traffic on the channel. 3. Hold down [PTT] and announce the station you want to contact and your own vessel’s details. When you have finished speaking, say “Over” and then release [PTT]. 4. When you receive a reply on the calling channel, agree a working channel. 5. Change to the working channel. 6.
Making a channel 16/9 distress call 1. If not already on the priority channel, press the [16/9] key. 16 / 9 2. Listen to make sure there is no traffic on the channel. 3. Hold down [PTT] and announce your distress call. 4. Say your call sign, details of your vessel, its position and the nature of the distress. 5. Say “over” and then release [PTT] when you have finished speaking. 6. Allow a short time for a reply. 7. If you don’t hear a reply, repeat the distress call (steps 3 to 6 as above). 8.
Receiving weather alerts (US model only) The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) provides several weather forecast channels on USA and Canadian channel banks. If severe weather is forecast, the NOAA broadcasts a weather alert on 1050 Hz. To access weather alerts: 1. Short press [WX] to enter WX mode. 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to change WX channel. 3. If WX TONE ALERT setting is ON (see “Setting up weather tone alert” on page 80), the radio will monitor the WX channel you select.
Receiving a SAME ALERT If SAME ALERT is ON and an NWR or EAS alert for your geographic area is broadcast, the RS90 detects the alert signal and sounds the alarm. Press any key to cancel the alarm. • If the alert is being sent by NOAA NWR, the radio automatically tunes to the designated frequency so that you can listen to the alert. • If the alert is being sent by the EAS, the nature of the alert is shown on screen as WARNING, WATCH, ADVISORY, or TEST. Press any key to show the nature of the alert.
Three favourite channels 3CH • Lo DSC OVER WRITE CH3? YES NO Hi DSC 3CH MODE DELETE CH1? YES NO 03 A • Repeat press [3CH] to toggle between your three favourite channels, or • Scan the three channels and the priority channel. To add a favourite channel: To add a favourite channel for the first time, select that channel then hold 3CH to store it in the CH1 location. You can repeat the procedure to store two more favourite channels in the CH2 and CH3 locations respectively.
• Dual watch scan Scans the selected channel and channel 16. • 3CH scan Scans your three favourite channels and the priority channel. • Tri watch scan (US models only) Scans the current channel, channel 16 and channel 9. ALL SCAN mode Hold down [SCAN] for about 3 seconds to start ALL SCAN mode. The radio displays the SCAN icon and “ALL SCAN.” You will see the channel numbers changing. • If you hear a communication of interest, press [SCAN] or [PTT] to stop at the currently scanned channel.
3CH scan mode • With any of your favourite channels selected (by pressing the 3CH key), hold down [SCAN] to start scanning your favourite channels and the priority channel. • Press [SCAN] again to stop at the broadcast channel. • During scanning, press [X] to cancel 3CH scanning and return to the previously selected channel. • Press SCAN or PTT to stop at the currently scanned channel. • To scan only one of your favourite channels, press 3CH then immediately press and release SCAN.
Tri watch scan (US models only) Tri watch monitors the current working channel, Channel 16 and Channel 9. For tri watch, you need to enable both channel 16 and channel 9 as priority channels. See “Setting the priority channel” on page 79. • • To enter tri watch scan: Short press [SCAN]. The TRI icon will be displayed on screen. To exit tri watch scan: Press [SCAN] or [X].
Using the fog horn If the RS90 is connected to a suitable public address (PA) speaker, you can use the Fog Horn function to sound certain international standard fog horn tones through the PA speaker. Hi DSC C HAILER HAILER FOG HORN INTERCOM ANNOUNCE Lo Hi DSC FOG HORN HORN UNDERWAY STOP SAIL Hi DSC DSC HORN OUTPUT VOL LO 16 PRI USA 16 PRI USA 16 PRI HI USA Hi DSC HORN LISTEN 16 PRI USA 38 | 1. Press and hold [AIS/IC] until the HAILER menu appears. 2. Select FOG HORN.
Using the intercom When two or more handsets (wired or wireless) are installed, you can use the radio to communicate between handsets. Lo Hi DSC HAILER HAILER FOG HORN INTERCOM ANNOUNCE 16 PRI USA Lo DSC INTERCOM PUSH TO TALK IC 1. Press and hold [AIS/IC]. 2. Select INTERCOM from the menu. 3. Press [PTT] to talk. 4. When finished, press [X] to quit Intercom mode. ¼¼ Notes • Intercom mode only works when one or two wireless handsets are installed.
Using the voice recorder When activated, the voice recorder function records all received and transmitted voice communications. If memory is full, it will overwrite previous recordings. Recording Long press the voice recorder key to access the recording menu. Select RECORDER and then ON’ to enable the recording function. ¼¼ Note: Voice recording is ON by default. Playback Press the voice recorder key to play the recording. A playback icon will be displayed on lower right of the screen.
5 Waypoint procedures A waypoint refers to the latitude, longitude and name of a place that you have entered into the radio. A waypoint can be a destination, a point along a planned course, or any location useful for navigation, such as a fishing spot. You can use waypoints as follows: • Display the coordinates, bearing and distance to a waypoint on the standby screen. See “Navigating to a waypoint” on page 43.
Editing a waypoint Hi DSC C WAYPOINT WP LIST NEAREST WP 16 PRI USA Hi DSC C WP LIST NEW WP HARBR FISH1 FISH2 Hi DSC C HARBR WP EDIT DELETE GO TX WPT DATA 16 PRI USA 16 1. Select MENU → WAYPOINT → WP LIST. The display shows your list of waypoints. 2. Press [OK]. NEW WP starts to flash. 3. Scroll down to the entry you want to edit. 4. While the required waypoint is flashing, press [OK]. 5. To edit the waypoint, select WP EDIT. 6. Edit the waypoint name, latitude or longitude.
Navigating to a waypoint Navigating to a waypoint requires two steps: Hi DSC C WAYPOINT WP LIST NEAREST WP 16 PRI • Selecting which waypoint you want to navigate to. • Pressing [NAV] to go to Navigation mode. These steps are explained below. USA Hi DSC C WP LIST NEW WP HARBR FISH1 FISH2 Hi DSC C FISH2 WP EDIT DELETE GO TX WPT DATA 16 PRI USA 16 PRI USA Selecting a waypoint from your list 1. Select MENU → WAYPOINT → WP LIST. 2.
Entering navigation mode • Long press [NAV] to enter navigation mode. In navigation mode, the following details about the destination waypoint will be displayed on the standby screen: Name of waypoint B: Bearing in degrees; ‘t’ for true D: Distance X: Cross track error Cross track error is the distance the vessel is to one side of the straight line between two waypoints. Exiting navigation mode • Long press [NAV] or press [X].
6 DSC Procedures Introduction to DSC DSC (Digital Selective Calling) is part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System. It allows radio stations to contact each other on a dedicated digital channel (channel 70). The radios automatically exchange the digital contact and acknowledgement messages on channel 70, freeing up the other VHF channels for voice communications.
Distress calls DSC is particularly useful for sending distress signals to all stations. The process is automated to the extent that if you are under stress, you can simply press a single, dedicated distress button—the red button beneath the red cover on top of the RS90 handset.
DSC Distress calls Initiating an UNDEFINED distress call immediately 1. Flip open the red cover on top of the handset. DISTRESS Hi DSC C 2. Press and hold the red [DISTRESS] key for about 3 seconds. 16 DISTRES CALL UNDEFINED HOLD DISTRES 3 SECONDS. . PRI USA The radio counts down the 3 seconds, and then: • Beeps loudly, • Displays “DISTRESS CALL SENDING” on screen, and • Sends out the UNDEFINED distress call to all stations on channel 70. 3. Release the [DISTRESS] key. 4.
Continuing a distress call 1. After you have initiated a distress call as above, the radio goes into call repeat mode—it automatically repeats the distress call approximately every 4 minutes, until the call is acknowledged by an official search and rescue station. The display shows the time remaining to the next resend. You can press ▼ or ▲ to scroll through the transmitted Distress call information. 2. You now have the following soft-key options: • • RESEND Displays “HOLD DISTRESS 3 SECONDS TO SEND.
Receiving a distress call When the radio receives a DSC distress call, it: • Sounds a two-tone alarm through the handset(s) and speaker(s), and • Automatically switches to channel 16 after 10 seconds if there is no user intervention. If the two-tone distress alarm sounds on your radio: 1. Press the [SILENC] soft key to silence the alert. You do not need to send a DSC acknowledgement; this will be done by an official search and rescue station. 2.
Distress relay individual (INDIV DISTR RELAY) When the radio receives an Individual Distress Relay call, it sounds the alert tone and displays INDIV DISTR RELAY. 1. Press the [SILENC] soft key to silence the alarm. 2. You can then: 50 | • Press ▼ or ▲ to scroll through details of the call. • All models Press the [ACCEPT] soft key to immediately accept the change to CH16. Note: The radio automatically changes to CH16 after 10 seconds. • US models Press [ACK] soft key to ACK the call.
Sending routine DSC calls Briefly press [CALL / MENU] to access the DSC menu options: Call type Page INDIVIDUAL LAST CALL GROUP ALL SHIPS CALL LOG DISTR LOG SENT CALL LL REQUEST TRACK BUDDY DSC TEST page 52 page 53 page 54 page 55 page 56 page 57 page 58 page 58 page 59 page 62 The above functions are explained in the sections below. To make a DSC Distress call, see “DSC Distress calls” on page 47. General usage Lo AIS DSC SUNBIRD INDIVIDUAL ROUTINE WAIT..
Sending an individual DSC Call Hi DSC DSC CALL INDIVIDUAL LAST CALL GROUP ALL SHIPS Hi DSC C INDIVIDUAL ROUTINE SAFETY URGENCY 16 PRI USA 16 PRI USA HiLo DSC INDIVIDUAL MANUAL NEW SUNBIRD KITIWAKE Lo DSC C CHOOSE CH: 16 PRI A USA 08 INTER-SHIP MANUAL USA Lo DSC C SUNBIRD INDIVIDUAL ROUTINE SET INTER 08 USA Lo DSC C SUNBIRD INDIVIDUAL ROUTINE SEND? 08 USA 52 | 1. Select DSC MENU → INDIVIDUAL. 2. Select the priority level: ROUTINE, SAFETY or URGENCY. 3.
Calling the MMSI of the last call received (This will send a ROUTINE, INDIVIDUAL call.) Hi DSC C DSC CALL INDIVIDUAL LAST CALL GROUP ALL SHIPS Hi DSC C SUNBIRD INDIVIDUAL ROUTINE 05:00 Lo DSC C CHOOSE CH: 16 PRI USA 16 PRI 08 USA DSC C SUNBIRD INDIVIDUAL ROUTINE SET INTER 08 USA Lo DSC C SUNBIRD INDIVIDUAL ROUTINE SEND? 2. The display shows the details of the most recent incoming call. 3. Press [OK] to display the “CHOOSE CH” screen. 4. On the “CHOOSE CH” screen, select INTER-SHIP.
Sending a group call HiLo DSC C DSC CALL INDIVIDUAL LAST CALL GROUP ALL SHIPS Hi DSC C GROUP MYGROUP1 MYGROUP2 16 PRI A USA 16 PRI A group MMSI is a shared MMSI. When a DSC call is transmitted by one of the vessels in the group, all the radios that have the same MMSI entered will receive the message, and can reply on the chosen channel if necessary. To enter a group MMSI, see “Creating a group MMSI” on page 85. ¼¼ Notes: • Unlike the DSC or ATIS MMSI, a group MMSI can be changed at any time.
Sending an all ships call Hi DSC C DSC CALL INDIVIDUAL LAST CALL GROUP ALL SHIPS Hi DSC C ALL SHIPS SAFETY URGENCY 16 PRI USA 16 Lo CHOOSE CH: 08 INTER-SHIP MANUAL USA HiLo DSC C ALL SHIPS SAFETY 16 PRI SET INTER USA HiLo DSC C ALL SHIPS SAFETY 2. Select one of the two call priorities: • SAFETY Use to send safety information to all ships within range. • URGENCY Use when a serious situation or problem arises that could lead to a distress situation. PRI USA DSC C 1.
Calling using the call log Hi DSC C 02 SUNBIRD INDIVIDUAL ROUTINE 05:00 16 1. Select DSC MENU → CALL LOG. USA Hi DSC C 02 SUNBIRD INDIVIDUAL ROUTINE 05:00 16 USA Hi DSC C 02 SUNBIRD CALL BACK DELETE The call log contains the contact details for the 20 most recent incoming calls, so that you can call one of them back quickly. 16 The display shows the details of the most recent call. 2. Use ▲ and ▼ to find the caller you want to call back and press [OK]. 3.
Calling using the distress log The Distress Log contains the Distress Log data for the 20 most recently received distress calls, so that you can call any of them quickly. Always try to make voice contact on CH16 first, as follows: Hi DSC C DSC CALL GROUP ALL SHIPS CALL LOG DISTR LOG Hi DSC C 01 RENA DISTRESS UNDEFINED CANCEL OK-->OPTION Hi DSC C RENA CALL BACK DELETE SAVE MMSI INFO 16 PRI USA 16 PRI USA 16 PRI USA 1. Select DSC MENU → DIST LOG.
Viewing the sent call log Hi DSC C DSC CALL ALL SHIPS CALL LOG DISTR LOG SENT CALL Hi DSC C 01 KITTIWAKE INDIVIDUAL ROUTINE 05:00 16 PRI USA 16 PRI USA The Sent Call log contains details for the 20 most recent calls sent from your radio. You can review details of each call, and delete calls from the list as required. 1. Select DSC MENU → SENT CALL. The first entry in the call log is the most recent sent call. 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to scroll through the sent calls. 3.
Tracking a buddy - introduction You can select a buddy or list of buddies continuously track their positions. You can also start and stop tracking your buddy and add or remove buddies from your buddy track list. The radio sends an LL Request to each buddy in turn at a set time interval and, if a response is received from a buddy, it displays the buddy’s LL position on screen. To set up buddy tracking, you need to: 1. Setup your buddies list. See “Buddy list setup” on page 75. 2.
Setting the track buddy update interval Hi DSC C DSC CALL DISTR LOG SENT CALL LL REQUEST TRACK BUDD Hi DSC C TRACK BUDDY START TRACK SET BUDDY TRACKLIST INTERVAL Hi DSC C INTERVAL 15 MIN 30 MIN 1 HOUR 16 PRI You can set the interval at which the position requests are sent out. 1. Select DSC MENU → TRACK BUDDY. 2. Select INTERVAL. 3. Select the required interval: 15, 30 or 60 minutes. USA 16 4. Press [OK].
Start or stop tracking a Buddy 16 Hi DSC C DSC CALL DISTR LOG SENT CALL LL REQUEST TRACK BUDD HiLo DSC C PRI USA 16 TRACK BUDDY START TRACK SET BUDDY TRACKLIST INTERVAL Hi DSC C PRI USA 16 START TRACK BLUEBIRD ON KITTIWAKE OFF Note: START TRACK will only track buddies on your TRACKLIST whose status is ON. 1. Select DSC MENU → TRACK BUDDY. 2. Select START TRACK. The display shows the status of each buddy on your tracking list (ON or OFF). 3.
Sending a DSC test call Hi DSC C DSC CALL SENT CALL LL REQUEST TRACK BUDDY DSC TEST Hi DSC C 16 PRI USA 16 DSC TEST MANUAL NEW SUNBIRD KITTIWAKE WANDERER Hi DSC C SUNBIRD DSC TEST SEND? To make sure DSC is working correctly, you can send a test call to a buddy or any other station equipped with a DSC radio. 1. Select DSC MENU → DSC TEST. 2. Select a buddy from your buddy list, or select MANUAL NEW to enter the MMSI you want to call. 3.
Receiving DSC calls Several types of DSC calls can be received from vessels or coast stations within range: Call type Distress Individual All ships Group Geographic DSC test call Page page 65 page 65 page 65 page 66 page 67 page 68 General process When the radio receives a DSC call, it does several things as follows: • Sounds the alert tone to notify you of the call. • Displays a flashing icon on screen, which indicates that a call has been received and stored in the call log.
AUTO SWITCH 16 Lo Hi DSC C ALL SHIP SAFETY FROM SUNBIRD AUTO SWITCH 01:15 PRI USA SILENC 16 Hi DSC C ALL SHIP SAFETY FROM SUNBIRD AUTO SWITCH 00:08 PRI (For Group or All-ships calls with AUTO SWITCH set to ON) When the radio sounds the incoming DSC call alert: 1. Press the [SILENC] soft key to silence the alert. 2. To see more details about the call, including the requested channel, press ▲ or ▼. 3.
• [UNABLE] Acknowledges the call, but signals that you are unable to use the requested channel. Note: this option is not available for ROUTINE calls. If INDIV REPLY is set to AUTO, the radio will automatically send an acknowledgement to the caller if there is no user intervention within 10 seconds. • When needed, press [PTT] to talk on the selected working channel. Receiving a DSC distress call See “DSC Distress calls” on page 47.
Receiving a DSC all-ships call When the radio receives a DSC call, it sounds the alert tone for 2 minutes and displays the priority level and the calling MMSI (or buddy name). Lo Hi DSC C 16 ALL SHIP SAFETY FROM SUNBIRD AUTO SWITCH 01:15 SILENC Hi DSC C USA 16 ALL SHIP SAFETY FROM SUNBIRD AUTO SWITCH 00:08 ACCEPT PRI PRI USA 1. Press the [SILENC] soft key to silence the alert. 2.
¼¼ Notes • The call data is stored in your Call Log (see “Call Logs” on page 55). • For information on setting up your group MMSIs see “Creating a group MMSI” on page 85. • For further information, see “Sending a group call” on page 54. Receiving a DSC geographic area call A geographic call is received by vessels within a specific geographic boundary area. The display shows the calling MMSI (or buddy name). When you receive notification of a GEOGRAPHIC call: 1.
Receiving a DSC test call You can set up the radio to respond to incoming DSC TEST calls with an automatic response or manual response. To change the option, see “Setting up DSC test reply” on page 89. Manual response 1. On receiving a DSC test request, the radio sounds a two-tone alert. 2. Press the [SILENC] soft key to silence the alert. 3. Press the [ACK] soft key to acknowledge the DSC Test Call.
ATIS EU models only. The Automatic Transmitter Identification System (ATIS) is mandatory for vessels navigating on some European waterways. The system allows authorities to monitor and regulate VHF radio communications by identifying any vessel that makes a VHF transmission. Each vessel is required to have an ATIS-enabled radio on board and is allocated a unique ATIS Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI).
7 AIS procedures The marine Automatic Identification System (AIS) is a vessel location and information reporting system. It allows vessels to automatically share information such as position, speed, course and identity via a VHF radio link. The received details of nearby vessels can be displayed on the handset screen together with closest point of approach times and distances. These details are also sent to the NMEA ports for display on a chart plotter if one is connected.
List of nearby vessels The MMSI list displays a list of vessels within VHF range. The list is arranged in ascending order; closest first. MMSI LIST 1/2 8nM 1 SEASPRAY 225 0.59nM 2 SUNBIRD 275 1.43nM Each vessel’s MMSI (or name, depending on AIS setup) will be displayed, together with its bearing and distance from your position.
To zoom in or out: • Press [3CH] to zoom in. • Press [Scan] to zoom out. Scales available are 1nm / 2 nm / 4 nm / 8 nm / 16 nm / 32 nm. T/CPA screen The Time and Closest Point of Approach (T/CPA) screen shows the closest point of approach settings together with a list of vessels that will approach within those criteria. • CPA alert distance is set up in MENU → AIS SETUP → CPA. (See “Setting up the CPA distance” on page 92.) • T/CPA alert time is set up in MENU → AIS SETUP → TCPA.
AIS Target information From one of the AIS screens, you can display detailed information about a target vessel: 1. Press ▲ or ▼ to highlight the required target. (Hold down ▲ or ▼ to scroll rapidly.) 2. Press [OK] to view full details of the selected target, including: • NAME: MMSI: TCPA: 4:39s CPA: 0.59nM WIDTH: 26.0m LENGTH: 158.0m RECEIVED: 0m33s CALL SIGN: MYHV6 DRAUGHT: DIST: 1.01nM IMO: BEAR: 155’ HEADING: ROT: 725.6’/min SOG: 0.0KTS COG: 0.0’ 55’51.240’N, 012’49.
8 Hi DSC DSC MENU SELECT AIS SETUP GPS SIM WIRELESS HS RESET Hi DSC HS SETTING SUBSCRIBE REGISTERED 16 PRI USA 16 PRI USA Lo Hi DSC SUBSCRIBE YES NO 16 PRI A Setup Wireless handset setup Subscribing a wireless handset At installation time, wireless handsets need to be registered in the RS90 transceiver. Once registered, a handset automatically connects to the transceiver when both are switched on. For information about operating the handsets, see “Handsets” on page 16. 1.
Unsubscribing a wireless handset Hi DSC DSC MENU SELECT AIS SETUP GPS SIM WIRELESS HS RESET Hi DSC WIRELESS HS SUBSCRIBE REGISTERED 16 PRI USA 16 To delete an already registered handset: 1. Select MENU → WIRELESS HS → REGISTERED. 2. Select the handset you wish to remove. 3. Select CLEAR . 4. Select YES. PRI CLEAR 1ST YES NO USA Hi DSC CLEAR FIRST SECOND Hi DSC 16 16 PRI USA PRI USA Buddy list setup The buddy list stores up to 20 contact names and MMSIs.
Add a new buddy Hi DSC C MENU SELECT WAYPOINT N2K DATA BACKLIGHT BUDDY LIST Hi DSC C 16 USA 16 BUDDY LIST MANUAL NEW USA You can enter a maximum of 20 buddy names. 1. Select MENU → BUDDY LIST → MANUAL NEW. 2. Enter the buddy name, one character at a time up to a maximum of 11 alphanumeric characters. 3. Press [OK] repeatedly if necessary until the cursor moves to the MMSI entry line. 4. Enter the MMSI number associated with the buddy name, then press [OK] repeatedly until STORE/CANCEL is displayed.
Radio setup Hi DSC MENU SELECT LOCAL/DIST CONTRAST GPS/DATA RADIO SETU Hi DSC 16 PRI USA 16 RADIO SETUP UIC CH NAME RING VOLUME KEY BEEP Hi DSC UIC USA INT L CANADA PRI UIC US and AUS models only. This option allows you to switch between USA, International, or Canadian channel banks. The selected channel bank is displayed on the LCD along with the last used channel. For details of channel banks, see “Appendix 11 - US and ROW VHF marine channel charts” on page 114. 1.
Hi DSC 16 RADIO SETUP UIC CH NAME RING VOLUME KEY BEEP Hi DSC RING VOLUME HIGH LOW PRI USA 16 Ring volume The radio sounds a two-tone alert when it detects an incoming DSC call. You can change the volume level. 1. Select MENU → RADIO SETUP → RING VOLUME. 2. Scroll to HIGH or LOW as required, then press [OK]. PRI USA Key beep Hi DSC 16 RADIO SETUP UIC CH NAME RING VOLUME KEY BEEP Hi DSC KEY BEEP ON OFF PRI You can change the key beep volume or turn the key beeps off completely. 1.
Hi DSC 16 RADIO SETUP UNITS EXT SPEAKER WATCH MODE WX ALERT Lo Hi DSC EXT SPEAKER ON OFF PRI USA External speaker You can switch the external speaker ON or OFF. 1. Select MENU → RADIO SETUP → EXT SPEAKER. 2. Scroll to ON or OFF as required, and then press [OK]. 16 PRI A USA Setting the priority channel Hi DSC 16 RADIO SETUP KEY BEEP UNITS EXT SPEAKER WATCH MODE Hi DSC WATCH MODE ONLY 16CH 16CH+9CH PRI USA 16 PRI A USA US model only.
Setting up a favourite channel Hi DSC RADIO SETUP KEY BEEP UNITS EXT SPEAKER FAV CH SET Hi DSC FAV CHANNEL SELECT Non-US models only. 16 The WX key can be programmed to a channel of your choice so that you have quick access to that channel. For further information, see “Favourite channel (non-US models)” on page 33. PRI USA 08 PRI SHIP SHIP USA 1. Select MENU → RADIO SETUP → FAV CH SET. 2. Use the ▲ and ▼ keys to select the required channel, and then press [OK].
Setting up SAME alert US model only. ¼¼ Note: SAME ALERT works only after you have entered and selected a SAME code for your geographic area (see “Entering a SAME code” on page 81). Hi DSC 16 RADIO SETUP UNITS EXT SPEAKER WATCH MODE WX ALERT Hi DSC WX ALERT TONE ALERT SAME ALERT SAME CODE For usage, see “Receiving SAME alerts (US model only)” on page 32. PRI 1. Select MENU → RADIO SETUP → WX ALERT → SAME ALERT. USA 16 PRI 2. Select On or OFF as required.
Hi DSC 16 RADIO SETUP UNITS EXT SPEAKER WATCH MODE WX ALERT Hi DSC WX ALERT TONE ALERT SAME ALERT SAME CODE PRI USA 16 PRI USA Hi DSC SAME CODE NEW CODE 012011 16 PRI Selecting a working SAME code US model only. In order to receive SAME weather alerts, you must select a SAME code that you have previously entered into the radio. 1. Select RADIO SETUP then WX ALERT → SAME CODE. 2. If you have already entered some SAME codes, they will be listed. 3. Select the SAME code for your geographic area.
Selecting the GPS source Hi DSC GPS/DATA MANUAL SETTING GPS SOURCE 16 PRI A USA Hi DSC GPS SOURCE NMEA2000 LGC3000 16 PRI The RS90 radio can use either NMEA 0183 or NMEA 2000 protocol to receive GPS data from a compatible GPS unit. Up to 4 sources can be connected. 1. Select GPS/DATA →GPS SOURCE. 2. Select the required GPS source, and then press [OK]. Note: NMEA 2000 SOURCE options will appear only if an NMEA 2000 network is connected to the radio and is operational.
DSC Setup Entering or viewing your individual MMSI The user MMSI (Marine Mobile Service Identity) is a unique 9 digit number, similar to a personal telephone number. It is used on marine transceivers that are capable of using the DSC system. Contact the appropriate authorities in your country to obtain your user MMSI. ¼¼ Notes: Hi DSC C MENU SELECT CONTRAST GPS/DATA RADIO SETUP DSC SETUP Hi DSC C 16 Hi VIEW MMSI XXXXXXXXX Entering the MMSI is a once-only operation.
Creating a group MMSI Hi DSC C MENU SELECT CONTRAST GPS/DATA RADIO SETUP DSC SETUP HiLo DSC C 16 PRI USA 16 DSC SETUP USER MMSI GROUP SETUP INDIV REPLY DSC FUNC Hi DSC C PRI USA 16 GROUP SETUP MANUAL NEW 1. Select MENU → DSC SETUP → GROUP SETUP. 2. Select MANUAL NEW. If this is the first time that you are entering a group name, a dashed line appears. 3. Enter the group name along the dashed line. It can be a maximum of 11 alphanumeric characters. 4.
Entering or checking your ATIS MMSI EU models only. The ATIS MMSI is a special MMSI that is used on inland waterways in Europe for identifying the ship or vessel that made a VHF radio transmission. The MMSI is transmitted on the VHF channel each time the radio operator finishes talking and releases the PTT key. For further information, see “ATIS” on page 69.
Individual DSC call - reply options Hi DSC C MENU SELECT CONTRAST GPS/DATA RADIO SETUP DSC SETUP Lo Hi DSC C 16 PRI The reply to an incoming DSC individual call can be automatic or manual. • An automatic reply sends an acknowledgement and then sets the requested working channel, ready for a conversation. • A manual reply prompts you to acknowledge the call. USA 16 DSC SETUP USER MMSI GROUP SETUP INDIV REPLY DSC FUNC PRI 1. Select MENU → DSC SETUP → INDIV REPLY. 2.
LL polling calls - reply options Hi DSC C MENU SELECT CONTRAST GPS/DATA RADIO SETUP DSC SETUP Hi DSC C DSC SETUP GROUP SETU INDIV REPLY DSC FUNC LL REPLY Hi DSC C LL REPLY MANUAL AUTO OFF 16 PRI USA 16 PRI USA 16 PRI USA A DSC LL polling call is received by the radio when one of your buddies sends a request for your position—latitude and longitude request (LL request)—normally at regular intervals.
Hi DSC C MENU SELECT CONTRAST GPS/DATA RADIO SETUP DSC SETUP Hi DSC C DSC SETUP INDIV REPL DSC FUNC LL REPLY AUTO SWITC Hi DSC C AUTO SWITCH ON OFF 16 PRI To enable or disable automatic channel switching: 1. Select MENU → DSC SETUP → AUTO SWITCH. 2. Scroll to ON or OFF as required and press [OK].
Hi DSC C MENU SELECT CONTRAST GPS/DATA RADIO SETUP DSC SETUP Hi DSC C 16 PRI USA 16 DSC SETUP LL REPLY AUTO SWITCH TEST REPLY TIMEOUT Lo Hi DSC C TIMEOUT AUTOMATED NON AUTO PRI USA 16 PRI USA Hi DSC C AUTOMATED NON DISTR DISTRESS Setting up the DSC inactivity timer The inactivity timer causes the radio to automatically exit a procedure after a specified period of inactivity. AUTOMATED You can set the radio to exit any automated procedure after a period of non-activity.
AIS Setup Hi DSC MENU SELECT GPS/DATA RADIO SETUP DSC SETUP AIS SETUP Hi DSC AIS SETUP AIS FUNC AIS DISPLAY BAUD RATE GPS REDIR Hi DSC AIS FUNC ON OFF 16 USA 16 A Note: The wired HS has a shortcut key to access AIS SETUP (Shift 2). Enabling AIS functionality 1. Select MENU → AIS SETUP → AIS FUNC. 2. Scroll to ON or OFF as required and press [OK]. ¼¼ Note When AIS functionality is enabled, the icon is shown on screen.
Hi DSC MENU SELECT GPS/DATA RADIO SETUP DSC SETUP AIS SETUP Hi DSC AIS SETUP AIS FUNC AIS DISPLAY BAUD RATE GPS REDIR Hi DSC GPS REDIR NO YES 16 USA 16 A USA 16 GPS REDIR GPS redirection option set to output the GPS information to the chart plotter, eliminating the need for an additional multiplexer. 1. Select MENU → AIS SETUP → GPS REDIR. 2. Scroll to YES or NO as required and press [OK]. • If you select YES, the string $RMC will be redirected to the chart plotter once it is received.
Enabling the CPA alarm Hi DSC MENU SELECT GPS/DATA RADIO SETUP DSC SETUP AIS SETUP Hi DS C AIS SETUP GPS REDIR CPAALARM CPA TCPA Hi DSC AIS ALARM OFF ON 16 USA You can enable or disable the CPA alarm. 1. Select MENU → AIS SETUP → CPA ALARM. 2. Scroll to ON or OFF as required, and then press [OK].
GPS setup If a GPS receiver is connected to the NMEA port of the RS90, the radio will automatically receive the vessel’s position and local time from the GPS. If GPS data is not available for some reason, the radio will sound the NO GPS alert for 2 minutes (or until you press any key). If the GPS data becomes older than 4 hours, the NO GPS alert will sound, and it can only be silenced manually or by the reception or manual entry of new GPS data. If the vessel’s GPS data is older than 23.
Setting up local time offset Hi DSC DSC MENU SELECT BUDDY LIST LOCAL/DIST CONTRAST GPS/DATA Hi DSC GPS/DATA MANUAL SETTING GPS SOURCE Hi DSC 16 PRI USA 16 PRI USA 16 SETTING TIME OFFSET TIME FORMAT TIME DISPLY LL DISPLY If your position and time data are being updated through a GPS receiver, you can enter the time difference between UTC and local time. Then the local time will be displayed on the screen. 1. Select MENU → GPS/DATA → SETTING → TIME OFFSET 2.
Hi DSC GPS/DATA MANUAL SETTING GPS SOURCE Lo Hi DSC 16 PRI USA Position display options You can display or hide your vessel’s position on screen. 1. Select MENU → GPS/DATA → SETTING → LL DISPLY. 2. Select ON or OFF as required.
General setup Radio sensitivity Lo Hi DSC DSC MENU SELECT N2K DATA BACKLIGHT BUDDY LIST LOCAL/DIST Hi DSC SENSITIVITY DISTANT LOCAL LOCAL/DIST allows you to set the sensitivity of the radio as follows: 16 PRI • LOCAL Recommended for use in areas of high radio noise; for example, close to cities. It is not recommended for open sea conditions. Local is displayed on the handset screen. • DISTANT Recommended for open sea conditions. A USA 16 PRI USA 1. Select MENU → LOCAL/DIST. 2.
Reset to factory defaults Hi DSC MENU SELECT AIS SETUP GPS SIM HS SETTING RESET Hi DSC RESET RADIO ARE YOU SURE YES NO 16 This option returns every setting in the RS90 to factory default values. PRI USA 16 PRI However, MMSI settings and entries in your buddy list are preserved. 1. Select MENU → RESET. 2. Select YES to confirm and reset the radio, or NO to exit without resetting.
9 Appendices Appendix 1 - Troubleshooting 1. The radio will not power up. A fuse may have blown or there is no voltage getting to the transceiver. Check the power cable for cuts, breaks, or squashed sections. After checking the wiring, replace the 10 Amp fuse. Check the battery voltage. This must be at least 10.5V. 2. The transceiver blows the fuse when the power is switched on. The power wires may have been reversed.
6. Battery symbol is displayed. The power supply is too low. Check the battery voltage. This should be at least 10.5 V ± 0.5 V DC. Check the alternator on the vessel. 7. GPS alarm sounds and LCD shows: Please check GPS link! The NO GPS symbol is shown. GPS data has been lost. This sequence will repeat every 4 hours until GPS data from an operational GPS receiver is available. The GPS cable may faulty or the GPS setting may be incorrect: Check that the GPS cable is physically connected.
PTT The Push to Talk (PTT) key enables the microphone and transmits your voice over the selected channel. For further information, see “PTT Key” on page 27. OK This key has multiple functions depending on the operation you are doing: • Sets the high/low transmission power. The Hi or Lo icon on the display changes. • In menus, press to confirm the selection. ▲ and ▼ Used for changing channel (see “Changing channel” on page 24); also used for scrolling through menu options.
NAV Hold down for about 1 second to enter Navigation mode, which displays information about a destination waypoint on the standby screen. For further information, see “Navigating to a waypoint” on page 43. 3CH Press to toggle between your three favourite channels. For further information, see “Three favourite channels 3CH” on page 34. Also used to zoom in the PPI screen. See page 71. SCAN See “Scanning channels” on page 34. The SCAN key is also used as the button for a soft key in DSC mode.
For further information, see “Soft Keys” on page 46. Appendix 3 - Shift keys The RS90 wired handset keypad includes a SHIFT key that modifies the function of some keys. • Press [SHIFT] to display the SHIFT icon, and then press the number key to access the required function. SHIFT + 2 Press SHIFT, then press 2 to access the AIS SETUP menu. SHIFT + 3 Press SHIFT, then press 3 to access the external speaker ON/OFF menu. SHIFT + 4 Press SHIFT, then press 4 to access the Waypoint menu.
Appendix 4 - Screen symbols Symbol Meaning Channel suffix or AIS is enabled Flashing if a weather alert has been received (US models only) ATIS is enabled Low battery warning. Activates at 10.5 V Incoming DSC call.
Appendix 5 Name Error Acknowledge Alarm LL position call alert WX alert/SAME alert ROUTINE call alert URGENCY call alert SAFETY call alert DISTRESS call alert - Beep tones and call alerts Description 2 short beeps 1 long beep Two-tone ring; repeated for 2 minutes or until any key is pressed Friendly 5-tone ring sequence; press [SILENC] to cancel Ear-catching multi-tone sequence Friendly 5-tone ring sequence; press [SILENC] to cancel Two-tone ring; repeated for 2 minutes or until [SILENC] pressed Two-tone
Appendix 7 - Features General features • Stores up to 20 MMSI groups. • Stores up to 200 GPS waypoints. • Automatic position and time update when connected to a GPS receiver. VHF radio features • Communication Mode: Simplex and Semi-Duplex • Dual/Tri Watch capability. • Special key for quick selection of your three favourite channels. • All channel priority scan • Memory channel scan and All channel priority scan.
• Special DSC distress call button to automatically transmit your MMSIand position. • DSC GROUP CALL and ALL SHIPS call. • Call log for the 20 most recent incoming DSC calls. • Tracks up to 3 buddies, with output to Multifunction Displays via NMEA 2000. • Distress call log for the 20 most recent distress calls. • National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and Specific Area Message Encoding (SAME) weather alert capability (US models).
Navigation features • Automated position requests for vessels on your buddy list. • Ability to repeat NMEA 2000 data on handset, Depth, speed, course, heading, wind data Voice recording features • Voice recording and playback. Appendix 8 - DSC information Class D equipment, which is specifically designed for recreational vessels, provides VHF DSC distress, urgency and safety as well as routine calling and position polling.
The RS90 VHF radio includes an AIS receiver-only function. AIS Static and dynamic information Defined transmit rates for Class A vessels shown below are provided for reference purposes only. The frequency of messages received vary due to a number of factors including but not limited to such factors as antenna height, gain and signal interference. Static information is either broadcast every 6 minutes, when data has been amended, or upon request.
Appendix 10 - Technical specification ¼¼ Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. General Standard operation temperature -20ºC to +55ºC (-4ºF to 131ºF) Normal working voltage 12 VDC (10.8 to 15.6 VDC) battery system (negative ground) Low battery detect voltage 10.5 V Rx current drain at max audio power ≤1.5 A (one station only) Stand-by ≤0.35 A Hailer power ≤4 A Tx current drain Hi power ≤6 A (@13.6 VDC) Lo power ≤1.5 A (@13.6 VDC) Dimensions 211.2 x 195.7 x 65.
Receiver Intermediate frequency 1st 21.4 MHz 2nd 450 KHz Sensitivity 12dB SINAD dBuV ≤-6 BuV Squelch sensitivity ≤-4 dBuV Spurious response rejection ratio ≥70 dB Adjacent channel selectivity ≥70 dB Intermodulation response ≥68 dB S/N at 3KHz deviation ≥40 dB Audio output power at THD 10% 5W (external speaker output) 0.5 W handset Audio distortion ≤5% Audio response +1 to -3 dB of 6 dB/octave from 300 Hz to 3 kHZ Transmitter Frequency error ±5 PPM RF power Hi: 23 ± 2 W Lo: 0.8 ± 0.
Hailer Audio power out 30 W @ 4 Ohms AIS AIS function Dual receivers only Receiver frequency CH87 - 161.975 MHz CH88 - 162.
RS90 NMEA 2000 PGNS 127250 127258 129025 129026 129029 129033 129038 129039 129040 129041 129283 129284 129285 129792 129793 129794 129795 129796 129797 129798 129799 129800 129801 129802 129803 129804 129805 129807 129808 129809 129810 130074 130842 Vessel Heading Magnetic Variation Position, Rapid Update COG & SOG, Rapid Update GNSS Position Data Time & Date Class A position report (Rx,Tx) Class B position report (Rx,Tx) Class B extended position report (Rx, Tx) AIS Aids to Navigation (AtoN) Report Cross
Appendix 11 - US and ROW VHF marine channel charts The following channel charts are provided for reference only and may not be correct for all regions. It is the radio operator’s responsibility to ensure correct channels and frequencies are used for local regulations. 11.1 - International channel chart CH TX (MHz) RX (MHz) Mode 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 156.050 156.100 156.150 156.200 156.250 156.300 156.350 156.400 156.450 156.500 156.550 156.600 160.650 160.700 160.750 160.800 160.850 156.
CH TX (MHz) RX (MHz) Mode 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 156.275 156.325 156.375 156.425 156.475 156.525 156.575 156.625 156.675 156.725 156.875 156.925 156.975 157.025 157.075 157.125 157.175 157.225 157.275 157.325 157.375 157.425 160.875 160.925 156.375 156.425 156.475 156.525 156.575 156.625 156.675 156.725 156.875 161.525 161.575 161.625 161.675 161.725 161.775 161.825 161.875 161.925 161.975 162.
11.2 - USA channel chart CH TX (MHz) RX (MHz) Mode 01A 03A 05A 06 07A 08 09 10 11 12 156.050 156.150 156.250 156.300 156.350 156.400 156.450 156.500 156.550 156.600 156.050 156.150 156.250 156.300 156.350 156.400 156.450 156.500 156.550 156.600 S S S S S S S S S S 13 156.650 156.650 S 14 15 16 17 18A 19A 20 20A 21A 22A 23A 24 25 26 27 28 61A 63A 156.700 --156.800 156.850 156.900 156.950 157.000 157.000 157.050 157.100 157.150 157.200 157.250 157.300 157.350 157.400 156.075 156.175 156.700 156.
CH TX (MHz) RX (MHz) Mode 77 78A 79A 80A 156.875 156.925 156.975 157.025 156.875 156.925 156.975 157.025 S S S S 81A 157.075 157.075 S 82A 83A 84 84A 85 85A 86 86A 87 87A 88 88A 157.125 157.175 161.825 157.225 161.875 157.275 161.925 157.325 161.975 157.375 162.025 157.425 S S D S D S D S D S D S 157.125 157.175 157.225 157.225 157.275 157.275 157.325 157.325 157.375 157.375 157.425 157.425 Traffic Type Port Operations Boat Operations, Recreational Commercial Commercial U.S.
11.3 - CANADA channel chart CH TX (MHz RX (MHz) Mode 01 02 03 04A 05A 06 07A 08 09 10 11 12 156.050 156.100 156.150 156.200 156.250 156.300 156.350 156.400 156.450 156.500 156.550 156.600 160.650 160.700 160.750 156.200 156.250 156.300 156.350 156.400 156.450 156.500 156.550 156.600 D D D S S S S S S S S S 13 156.650 156.650 S 14 15 16 17 18A 19A 20 21 21A 21B 22A 23 24 25 25B 26 27 28 28B 60 61A 62A 64 156.700 156.750 156.800 156.850 156.900 156.950 157.000 157.050 157.050 --157.100 157.
CH TX (MHz RX (MHz) Mode 69 70 71 72 73 74 77 78A 79A 80A 81A 82A 83 83A 83B 84 85 86 87 88 156.475 156.525 156.575 156.625 156.675 156.725 156.875 156.925 156.975 157.025 157.075 157.125 157.175 157.175 --157.225 157.275 157.325 157.375 157.425 156.475 156.525 156.575 156.625 156.675 156.725 156.875 156.925 156.975 157.025 157.075 157.125 161.775 157.175 161.775 161.825 161.875 161.925 161.975 162.
¼¼ Note: The CANADA mode is not legal to use in U.S. waters. KEY: S = Simplex operating channel; D = Duplex operating channel. 11.4 - US and Canada weather channels CH WX01 WX02 WX03 WX04 WX05 WX06 WX07 WX08 WX09 WX10 RX (MHz) 162.550 162.400 162.475 162.425 162.450 162.500 162.525 161.650 161.775 163.
State and Local Codes Nature of Activation Event Codes Flash Flood Warning FFW Message WARNING Flash Flood Watch FFA WATCH Flash Flood Statement FFS ADVISORY Flood Warning FLW WARNING Flood Watch FLA WATCH FLS ADVISORY Hazardous Materials Warning Flood Statement HMW WARNING High Wind Warning HWW WARNING High Wind Watch HWA WATCH Hurricane Warning HUW WARNING Hurricane Watch HUA WATCH Hurricane Statement HLS ADVISORY Law Enforcement Warning LEW WARNING Local Area Emer
Appendix 12 - EU VHF marine channel charts The following channel charts are provided for reference only and may not be correct for all regions. It is the radio operator’s responsibility to ensure correct channels and frequencies are used for local regulations. For specific channel information for your country, please refer to local authorities. 12.1 - EU international channel chart CH TX (MHz) RX (MHz) 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 156.050 156.100 156.150 156.200 156.250 156.300 156.350 156.
CH TX (MHz) RX (MHz) 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 156.225 156.275 156.325 156.375 156.425 156.475 156.525 156.575 156.625 156.675 156.725 156.775 156.825 156.875 156.925 156.975 157.025 157.075 157.125 157.175 157.225 157.275 157.325 157.375 157.425 160.825 160.875 160.925 156.375 156.425 156.475 156.525 156.575 156.625 156.675 156.725 156.775 156.825 156.875 161.525 161.575 161.625 161.675 161.725 161.775 161.825 161.875 161.925 157.375 157.
12.2 - Inland waterways country-specific table - ATIS ON For specific channel information for your country, please refer to local authorities. CH Specific Footnotes Transmitting Frequency (MHz) Ship 60 01 61 02 62 03 63 04 64 05 65 06 66 07 67 08 68 09 69 10 70 11 71 12 72 13 73 14 74 15 75 16 76 17 77 18 78 19 124 | a) a) a) a) a) a) a) a) a) a) a) a) b) a) a) a) c) a) q) a) a) b) c) a) e) a) a) r) f) f) g) q) a) h) o) i) j) d) o) h) a) k) 156.025 156.05 156.075 156.1 156.125 156.15 156.175 156.
CH Specific Footnotes Transmitting Frequency (MHz) Ship 79 20 80 21 81 22 82 23 83 24 84 25 85 26 86 27 87 28 88 AIS 1 AIS 2 a) a) a) l) m) m) a) m) m) m) m) a) m) m) a) m) m) a) d) m) a) p) a) n) a) n) 156.975 157 157.025 157.05 157.075 157.1 157.125 157.15 157.175 157.2 157.225 157.25 157.275 157.3 157.325 157.35 157.375 157.4 157.425 161.975 162.025 Ship to Ship Ship to Port Nautical Information Land 161.575 161.6 161.625 161.65 161.675 161.7 161.725 161.75 161.775 161.8 161.825 161.85 161.
c. In the Netherlands, this channel is used by for its on-scene communications during safety operations on the North Sea, IJsselmeer, Waddenzee, Ooster- and Westerschelde. d. This channel may also be used for piloting, mooring, tugging and for other nautical purposes. e. This channel is the first ship-to-ship channel, unless the competent authority has designated an other channel.
p. After permission of the competent authority, this channel may be used only for special events on a temporary basis. q. In the Czech Republic this channel is used for service category nautical information. r. In the Czech Republic this channel is used for service category shipto-port authorities 12.
Appendix 13 - MMSI and license information You must obtain a user MMSI (Marine Mobile Service Identity) and enter it into your RS90 in order to use the DSC functions. Contact the appropriate authorities in your country. If you are unsure who to contact, consult your Simrad dealer. The user MMSI is a unique nine digit number, similar to a personal telephone number. It is used on marine transceivers that are capable of using DSC (Digital Select Calling).
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