Cobra Electronics MRF80 MARINE RADIO User Manual

Cobra Electronics Corporation MARINE RADIO

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USERS MANUAL 2

Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®39Standby and ReceiveStandby mode is the usual mode for the radio whenever it isturned On.From Standby Mode, You Can: Change your radio’s settings using set-up routines. Receive messages on the current channel as well as DSCmessages. Receive NOAA alerts if Weather Alert mode is turned On. Switch to Transmit mode using the Talk button.While the radio is in Standby mode, the Receive mode isentered whenever a strong enough signal to break squelchis sent to the radio. You will hear the message throughwhichever speakers are connected to the radio.To Change the Channel You Are Listening to, You CanChoose One of the Following:1. Turn the Channel Select knob clockwise for higher VHF channel. Turn the Channel Select knob counterclockwise for lower VHF channel.2. Press Channel Up/Down buttons on microphone to go tothe next higher or lower VHF channel. For rapid advance,press and hold the Channel Up/Down button.3. Press the Channel 16/9 button. This will take you to Channel 16 with one (1) press and to Channel 9 with asecond press. Additional presses will toggle between Channels 16, 9 and original channel.4. Press the Weather/Enter button. This will allow you access to the weather channels. Turning the ChannelSelect knob or pressing the Channel button on the microphone allows you to change weather channels.5. Press the Tri-Watch button to monitor three (3) Channels 16, 9 and one user selectable channel. 6. Select a Favorite Channel by pressing the Functionbutton on the microphone. This allows you to go to a pre-selected favorite channel at the touch of a button. WX/Enter ButtonStandby ModeGetting StartedOperating Your RadioChannel 16/9 ButtonMic Channel ButtonsSELECTMEMChannel Select KnobTri-Watch ButtonF80 Installation.qxp:QXP-1058720374.qxp 11/3/06 4:19 PM Page 39
40 EnglishSet-Up Mode ProgrammingSet-Up Mode Programming •Setup MenuUse the Setup menu in the CobraMarine VHF radio to turn Onand Off many features, to adjust feature preferences and entera user MMSI number.NOTEBasic Setup menu programming is described in this section. For Setup menu programming that applies to a specific function refer to that section in this manual. For example, MMSI information is in the DSC portion of the manual.Basic Scrolling in the Setup Menus:The Channel Select knob on the radio can be used to scrollthrough different menus and confirm selections chosen by theuser. Alternately, scrolling selection functions can be madefrom the microphone by using the Channel Up/Down orFunction (F1/F2) button.To Enter the Setup Menu:Press and hold the Call/Setup button. The Setup menuappears on the LCD. Scroll up or down through the Setupmenu until the desired function to program is positioned tothe right of the selection arrow.To Exit any Setup Menu:Scroll down to “EXIT” at the bottom of the menu. With thearrow pointing toward “EXIT,” press the Enter button to returnthe radio to the Standby mode. NOTEThe ESC button on the radio (and the F1:F2 button on the microphone) can also be used universally to return to the Standby mode.Operating Your RadioCall/Setup ButtonMic Function ButtonsMic Channel ButtonsExitEnter ButtonSetup MenuSELECTMEMChannel Knob8187-F80-Operation-8_MMB:F75-Operation-8 11/3/06 4:05 PM Page 40
Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®Set-Up Mode Programming41LCD Display Lamp AdjustThe LCD display has a backlight lamp to make it visible inthe dark. The lamp can be adjusted for brightness or turnedoff. Make all lamp adjustments in the LAMP ADJ menu.The lamp will operate at the HIGH level until adjusted toHIGH, MEDIUM, LOW or OFF.To Adjust the LCD Display Lamp Level:1. Enter the Setup menu and scroll to the LAMP ADJ menu.2. Press the Enter button and observe the current backlightlamp setting — HIGH, MEDIUM, LOW or EXIT.3. Move the selection arrow to the required setting.4. Press the Enter button to select the backlight lampsetting.5. When the changes are complete, exit the LAMP ADJmenu and return to the Setup menu.When the backlight is turned On, the lamp remains litanytime the radio is On.LCD ContrastAdjust the LCD display contrast for easy reading in differentlighting. Make all contrast adjustments in the CONTRAST menu.To Change the Contrast:1. Enter the Setup menu and scroll to the CONTRAST menu.2. Press the Enter button and observe the current contrastsetting — a number between 1 and 16.3. Turn the Channel knob to increase or decrease thecontrast setting.NOTEContrast is lighter at lower number settings and darker at higher number settings.4. Press the Enter button to select the contrast setting.5. When the changes are complete, exit the CONTRASTmenu and return to the Setup menu.Operating Your RadioLamp AdjustmentHigh/Medium/Low/ExitContrastContrast Setting8187-F80-Operation-8_MMB:F75-Operation-8 11/3/06 4:05 PM Page 41
42 EnglishSet-Up Mode ProgrammingKey ToneThe confirmation key tone sounds when the CobraMarineVHF radio is turned On and confirms all button pressesexcept for the Talk button. The confirmation key tone iseasily turned On or Off. Make all confirmation key toneadjustments in the KEY TONE menu.To Turn the Confirmation Key Tone On or Off:1. Enter the Setup menu and scroll to the KEY TONE menu.2. Press the Enter button and observe the currentconfirmation key tone setting — On or Off.3. Move the selection arrow to turn the key tone On or Off.4. Press the Enter button to select the key tone setting.5. When the changes are complete, exit the KEY TONE menuand return to the Setup menu.Time OffsetAll VHF, DSC, and GPS activities use a 24-hour clock andCoordinated Universal Time (UTC) formerly known asGreenwich Mean Time (GMT). Time Offset uses a connectedGPS to gather time inputs. To convert time inputs to localtime, enter the hour offset of the local time zone from theTime Zone Chart on page 25.To Change the Time Offset:1. Enter the Setup menu and scroll to TIMEOFST menu.2. Press the Enter button and observe the current timeoffset setting.3. Move the selection arrow to the setting for your localtime zone.4. Press the Enter button to select the local time zonesetting.5. When the changes are complete, exit the TIMEOFSTmenu and return to the Setup menu.NOTEWhen the time offset is at zero (0), the LCD shows the time as UTC. When a time zone hour offset is entered, the LCD shows the local time. All DSC messages are based on UTC.The radio will also show the local time as theadjustment is being made.Operating Your RadioKey ToneOn/OffSet TimeTime Offset8187-F80-Operation-8_MMB:F75-Operation-8 11/3/06 4:05 PM Page 42
Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®Set-Up Mode Programming43U.S.A./International/Canada (UIC) Channel MapsThere are three (3) sets of VHF Channel Maps for marineuse in the U.S.A., Canada and the rest of the world(International). Most of the channels are the same for allthree (3) maps, but there are differences (see tables onpages 16-23). The radio is built with all three (3) channelmaps included and operates correctly in any selected area.To Set the Radio for the Area Used:1. Enter the Setup menu and scroll to the UIC menu.2. Press the Enter button and observe the current channelmap setting.3. Move the selection arrow to select the desired channel.4. Press the Enter button to select the channel map setting.5. When the changes are complete, exit the UIC menu andreturn to the Setup menu.Operating Your RadioUIC Channel MapUIC Select8187-F80-Operation-8_MMB:F75-Operation-8 11/3/06 4:05 PM Page 43
44 EnglishSpecial FeaturesSpecial Features •Rewind-Say-Again™ FeatureThe MR F80 radio has a Cobra exclusive playback feature,Rewind-Say-Again™. This feature allows you to replay thelast 20 seconds of an incoming audio transmission. It alsoallows you to record call details including positioncoordinates, call signs, registration numbers and store detailsthat will help authorities locate a distressed vessel.Example 1:When engine noise, music or conversation creates too muchnoise to hear an inbound message clearly, press the RewindSay-Again™ button to hear the message a second time. Thisfeature eliminates asking the sender to repeat the message.Example 2:When listening to an urgent distress of an excited caller withconfusing background noise, press the Rewind-Say-Again™button to hear the message a second time and get lifesavinginformation.Operation of Rewind-Say-Again™1. Press the Rewind button after the last inbound audiotransmission. 2. The radio automatically replays the last 20 seconds of theprevious audio transmission.3. Respond to the caller normally, after the message isreplayed.Setup and Advanced Operation of Rewind-Say-Again™Change the Record Setting1. Enter the Setup menu and scroll to the REWIND menu.You can also enter the REWIND mode by pressing andholding the REWIND button.2. Press the Enter button and observe the current rewindsetting — ON or OFF.3. Select your choice: ON or OFF and press Enter. ChooseON if you want the F80 to record received transmissions.Choose OFF if you want to turn off the recording feature.Operating Your RadioRewind-Say-Again™Rewind ButtonRewind MenuRewind On/Off/Record8187-F80-Operation-8_MMB:F75-Operation-8 11/3/06 4:06 PM Page 44
IntroductionNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®Product Features45Special FeaturesOperating Your RadioMake Your Own RecordingThe recording feature may also be used to store otherimportant information like fuel consumption, waterconditions, fishing notes (such as thermal cline depths, typeof bait, etc.) and other “On Water” observations.1. Follow the steps above to get into REWIND mode setup.2. Select the RECORD function. Press ENTER to start therecording mode.3. Press the Push to Talk (PTT) button on the microphoneto begin your recording. A 20-second countdowndisplays showing how much time remains for recording.At the end of 20 seconds, a beep sounds indicating thatthe recording time is completed. NOTEIf the recorded message was less than two seconds long, the display will then show the message“RECORDING NOT STORED.”5. Playback recorded message or select OFF to exit this modeand keep the recording in memory.NOTEThe REWIND feature can also be used to permanentlystore an incoming message. This could be useful if you are not able to copy information while underway such as coordinates, directions and other complicated information. Once the incoming transmission (up to 20 seconds) is complete, Follow the instructions to turn the REWIND feature off. The last incoming transmission will be recorded to the unit’s memory.PTT MenuRecording Stored MenuRecording Not Stored Menu8187-F80-Operation-8_MMB:F75-Operation-8 11/3/06 4:06 PM Page 45
46 EnglishVoice TransmissionVoice Transmission •Use the Transmit (TX) mode to communicate with safetyservices, other vessels and shore stations. When using thiscapability, follow appropriate procedures and observe theexpected courtesies.Before pressing the Talk button to transmit a message, selectthe appropriate channel and transmit power output.ChannelsVoice messages may be transmitted on most VHF channels.Refer to the VHF marine channel assignments on pages 14-23to select a channel based on the type of message beingtransmitted.Choose One of the Following Options to Change theChannel:■Turn the Channel knob or press the microphone ChannelUp/Down buttons. This moves the channel to the nexthigher or lower VHF channel. (When on Channel 88A, thenext higher channel is Channel 1 and vice versa.) Forrapid advance, press and hold the microphone ChannelUp/Down buttons. (The confirmation key tone sounds foreach button press, but not during rapid advance.)■Press the Channel 16/9 button on the radio or themicrophone. This selects Channel 16 with one press andChannel 9 with a second press. Additional presses willtoggle between Channel 16 and Channel 9. Press andhold the Channel 16/9 button to return to Standby mode.NOTEThe radio will automatically select high power on channel 16 if you use the 16/9 button to select this channel. Select 16 manually or save it as a preset if you would like to routinely use channel 16 on low power mode.Operating Your RadioSELECTMEMChannel KnobChannel 16/9 ButtonMicrophone Up/Down ButtonsMicrophone 16/9 Button8187-F80-Operation-8_MMB:F75-Operation-8 11/3/06 4:06 PM Page 46
IntroductionNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®Product Features47Voice TransmissionTransmit Power OutputThe radio transmits selectively at 1 or 25 watts of power.Cobra suggests maintaining the low power setting for short-range communications to avoid overpowering nearby stationswith the signal. Use the high power setting for long-rangecommunications or when no response is received from asignal sent at 1 watt.To Toggle Between the High and Low Power Modes:Press the HI/LO Power button.The LCD displays which mode is selected.Some channels are restricted to be used at a maximum of 1watt. The radio automatically sets the power to Low Powermode when a restricted channel is selected.While using the U.S.A. channel map, if, in an emergency, it isnecessary to increase the output power on Channel 13 andChannel 67 for the signal to be heard, override the LowPower mode by pressing and holding the HI/LO Powerbutton.Transmit a MessageTo Transmit a Message:1. Check to see that the radio is set to a proper channel forthe type of message being sent.2. Toggle to the low power setting by pressing the HI/LOPower button.3. With the microphone about 2 in. (50 mm) from yourmouth, press and hold the Talk button and speak into themicrophone. TX (Transmit) displays on the LCD display.4. Release the Talk button when finished speaking. To hear aresponse, the Talk button must be released.Operating Your RadioHI/LO Power ButtonStandby High Power ModeStandby Low Power ModeTransmit High Power ModeTransmit Low Power Mode8187-F80-Operation-8_MMB:F75-Operation-8 11/3/06 4:06 PM Page 47
48 EnglishVoice TransmissionNOTEIf the Talk button is held down for five (5) minutes,the radio automatically ceases transmitting to preventunwanted signal generation and a three (3)-beeperror tone sounds. As soon as the Talk button isreleased, it can be pressed again to resumetransmission.Public AddressUse the Public Address (PA) mode of voice transmission tocommunicate to other nearby vessels or people. This featurerequires a mounted and connected optional PA speaker.To Broadcast on the PA Speaker:1. Press the PA/ESC button on the front of the transceiver.2. Press the Talk button on the microphone and speak intothe microphone.NOTEWhile in the PA mode:■ When the Talk button is pressed; the output isdirected to the PA speaker and not transmitted as aradio signal through the antenna.■ Received radio messages are directed to the PAspeaker unless the Talk button is pressed.3. To turn off PA, press PA/ESC button on the front of theradio again or press the F1:F2 button on the microphoneto ESC.Operating Your RadioTalk ButtonPA/ESC Button8187-F80-Operation-8_MMB:F75-Operation-8 11/3/06 4:06 PM Page 48
IntroductionNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®NOAA All Hazards/WeatherRadio and Alert, w/SAME49NOAA All Hazards/Weather Radio and Alert, w/SAME •NOAA broadcasts weather information as described in theNOAA Weather Channels section on page 25 of this manual.Listen to one of these receive-only channels at any time. Thetransceiver also incorporates “Specific Area MessageEncoding (SAME)” and “Emergency Alert System Codes” sentby NOAA. These codes provide the type of alert, and are listedon page 52.NOTEUsually only one (1) or two (2) of the weather channels operate in a location. Select the channel with the strongest signal in your location. The radio scans this channel for the weather alert signal.To Listen to the Weather Channels:1. From Standby mode, press the WX/ENTER button. Theunit enters the Weather mode and displays on the LCD.2. Turn the Channel knob or press the Channel Up/Downbuttons on the microphone to change the weatherchannels.3. To exit the Weather mode and return to Standby mode,press the WX/ENTER button again.Weather Alert Set-UpThe Weather Alert mode must be turned On to receive theWeather Alert condition signal described in the NOAA weatherchannels section on page 25.To Turn Weather Alert On:1. Enter the Setup menu and scroll to WX/SAME (weatheralert) menu.2. Press the Enter button and observe the current weatheralert setting — ON, OFF or EXIT.3. Move the selection arrow to select the desired weatheralert setting.4. Press the Enter button to select the weather alert setting.5. When the changes are complete, exit the WX/SAME menuand return to the Setup menu.WX/Enter ButtonWeather ModeWX/SAME Menus8187-F80-Operation-8_MMB:F75-Operation-8 11/3/06 4:06 PM Page 49
50 EnglishProduct FeaturesIntroductionNOAA All Hazards/WeatherRadio and Alert, w/SAMENOTEThe symbol will appear on the top of the display when the weather alert is turned On.Specific Area Message Encoding (SAME) The SAME weather alert allows listeners and EAS(Emergency Alert System) participants to filter the NationalWeather Radio (NWR) broadcast of warnings andemergency alerts to receive only messages and informationfor your selected local geographic area.The Weather Alert must be turned On for the SAME alertcode to be set. The SAME alert requires that a specific six(6) digit code be programmed into this radio. To programthis SAME receiver with the proper county(s) and marineareas(s) of choice, you need to know the 6 digit SAME codenumber(s) for the county(s). This setting allows up to 10available channels that may be set up in any combination. Ofthe 10 channels, any of the codes may be turned On or Offfor specific weather area information to be listed.NOTEYou can obtain online information athttp://www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr/same.htm#program orby telephone at 1-888-NWR-SAME (1-888-697-7263)to program the SAME alert into this radio.General SAME Information:County codes:http://www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr/index.htmMarine coverage:http://www.nws.noaa.gov/om/marine/marsame.htmTo Set the SAME Weather Alert:1. Enter the Setup menu and scroll to the WX/SAME(weather alert) menu.2. Press the Enter button and observe the current weatheralert setting — ON, OFF or EXIT.3. Move the selection arrow to select the SAME ALRTsetting. Scroll to SAME LIST.Operating Your RadioSAME AlertWX/SAME MenusSAME Codes and Edit List8187-F80-Operation-8_MMB:F75-Operation-8 11/3/06 4:06 PM Page 50
IntroductionNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®Product Features51NOAA All Hazards/WeatherRadio and Alert, w/SAMENOTEThe Weather alert channels may be turned Off, while the SAME area code alerts are On or any combination of On or Off.4. Turn the Channel knob or press the Function (F1, F2)buttons on the microphone to select the SAME alertchannel you wish to program.5. Turn the Channel knob or press the Channel Up/Downbuttons on the microphone to enter the six (6) digitSAME code number you want to enter.6. Scroll to ON, OFF or EXIT. Use the Function (F1, F2)buttons on the microphone to select ON, OFF or EXIT.7. Press the Enter button to select the channel setting.8. Move the selection arrow to select another SAME alertchannel to program, if desired. Ten total channels can beprogrammed.9. When the changes are complete, exit the WX/SAME menuand return to the Setup menu.Operating Your RadioSAME Codes and Edit ListSAME Event Code Alert8187-F80-Operation-8_MMB:F75-Operation-8 11/3/06 4:07 PM Page 51
52 EnglishProduct FeaturesIntroduction Advanced OperationAdvanced Operation •There are several features in the CobraMarine MR F80 VHFradio that provide quick access to the voice calling channelsand allow monitoring more than one (1) channel at a time.Channel 16/9This function provides quick access to calling Channel 16 orChannel 9 from any operational mode.To Switch to Channel 16 or Channel 9:1. Press the Channel 16/9 button to change to Channel 16.2. Press the Channel 16/9 button again to change toChannel 9.3. Press the Channel 16/9 key again to go back to theoriginal working channel.When on Channel 16 or Channel 9 in the Channel 16/9 mode,turn the Channel Knob, press the Channel Up/Down buttonon the microphone or press the Function (F1/F2) button tochange to other channels. Operating Your RadioChannel 16/9 ToggleChannel 16/9 ButtonMicrophone 16/9 Button8187-F80-Operation-8_MMB:F75-Operation-8 11/3/06 4:07 PM Page 52
Operating Your RadioNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®Advanced Operation53Tri-WatchUse Tri-Watch one-button access to scan the three (3)channels of most importance. Channel 16 is always includedas scanned locations. The remaining locations can be setusing the following procedure.NOTEThe radio must be squelched for the Tri-Watch to function. See page 37 for the Squelch procedure.ToSet Tri-Watch Channels:1. In Standby mode, turn the Channel knob or press theChannel Up/Down buttons on the microphone to select a2nd or 3rd scanning channel location.2. Press the Tri-Watch button to set a new Tri-Watchchannel.The Tri-watch screen will display on the LCD and the radiowill scan amongst Channel 16 and the other two Tri-Watchlocations you’ve selected. A signal on any one (1) of thethree (3) channels stops the scan and transmits traffic onthat channel. The channel number it is paused on displayson the LCD.During Tri-Watch When Receiving an IncomingTransmission:1. Press the Talk button to remain on that Tri-Watch locationand return to Standby mode.2. Turn the Channel knob or press the Channel Up/Downbuttons on the microphone to resume scanning Tri-Watchlocations.If no button is pressed, the radio automatically resumesscanning Tri-Watch locations when an incomingtransmission is completed.During Tri-Watch When Not Receiving an IncomingTransmission:Press the Talk button to communicate on the last Tri-Watchlocation scanned and to return to the Standby mode.Tri-Watch ButtonTri-Watch Mode8187-F80-Operation-8_MMB:F75-Operation-8 11/3/06 4:07 PM Page 53
54 EnglishProduct FeaturesIntroduction Advanced OperationMemory ChannelsProgram or select an unlimited number of channels for theMemory Scan mode.To Program Memory Channels:1. From Standby mode, select a channel to record using theChannel Up/Down buttons. 2. Press and hold the Memory Scan/Memory Clear buttonfor three (3) seconds. The channel is recorded forscanning and MEM (memory channel) appears on theLCD when that channel is selected.3. Press the Memory Scan/Memory Clear button to beginscanning.The radio returns to Standby mode when the MemoryScan/Memory Clear button is pressed again.4. Repeat steps 1 through 2 to record additional channels.To Clear Memory Channels:Repeat the steps above in the “To Program MemoryChannels” section, this time holding the MemoryScan/Memory Clear button down for three (3) seconds toclear the memory from the selected channel. Repeat asnecessary to clear additional channels.Operating Your RadioMemory ChannelMemory ChannelMemory Scan/Clear Button8187-F80-Operation-8_MMB:F75-Operation-8 11/3/06 4:07 PM Page 54
IntroductionNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®Product Features55Advanced OperationScanning of Memory ChannelsDuring Memory Scan mode, the radio rapidly switches fromone recorded channel to another. When any activity isdetected, the radio stops the scan for 10 seconds for brieflistening on that channel. The scan continues until the radiois switched out of the Memory Scan mode.NOTEIf there are fewer than two (2) channels recorded, theMemory Scan mode is not available. [For instructionson recording at least two channels, see MemoryChannels, page 55.NOTEThe radio must be squelched for the Memory Scanmode to function. See page 37 for Squelchprocedure.To Enter Memory Scan:From Standby mode, press the Memory Scan button.The radio immediately begins to scan the channels selectedand MEM SCAN (memory scan) shows on the LCD. To Exit Memory Scan:From Memory Scan mode, press the Memory Scan button.The radio returns to Standby mode on the last scannedmemory location.During Memory Scan When Receiving an IncomingTransmission:1. Press the Memory Scan button to remain on thatmemory location and end scanning. The radio returns toStandby mode.2. Press the Channel Up/Down microphone channel buttonsor turn the Channel knob to resume scanning.If no button is pressed within 10 seconds, the radioautomatically resumes scanning.During Memory Scan When Not Receiving an IncomingTransmission:Press the Talk button to communicate on the last activechannel scanned and return to Standby mode.Operating Your RadioMemory Scan/Clear ButtonScanningMemory Channel8187-F80-Operation-8_MMB:F75-Operation-8 11/3/06 4:07 PM Page 55
56 EnglishProduct FeaturesIntroduction Advanced OperationOperation from the MicrophoneUse the microphone to select operation modes and accomplish approximately 90%of all radio functions. Microphone features include:■ Instant Channel 16/9 button is used to access emergency channels.■ Channel Up/Down button is used to change channels.■ Push to Talk (PTT) button is used to send or record a radio message.■ Function (F1/F2) button is used to toggle between preset channels and/or, whenin a menu, it acts as an Escape key.■ Call/Setup and Enter button is used to enter the routine Digital Selective Calling(DSC) menu and enter the setup menu for both advanced and basic setupfunctions.NOTEThe microphone and the transceiver radio meet the JIS7 waterproofstandards.Operating Your RadioUpButtonMicrophoneDSC andCall/SetupEnter ButtonDownButtonPush toTalk(PTT)ButtonFunction(F1/F2)ButtonInstantChannel 16/9 Button8187-F80-Operation-8_MMB:F75-Operation-8 11/3/06 4:07 PM Page 56
Digital Select Calling (DSC) Setup •Digital Selective Calling (DSC) uses digital signals to increase messaging range. Thisprovides the most reliable message delivery per watt of output power. Digital signalsare less susceptible to distortion from noise and atmospheric conditions than analogsignals.DSC equipped radios also interface with GPS and automate many operations forsending and receiving messages. This results in compact, accurate messages andless airwave congestion.Setup procedures for all DSC features use the Setup menu. Refer to page 40 forinformation on entering and exiting the Setup menu.User MMSI NumberThe nine (9) digit MMSI number, similar to a telephone number, is a unique identifierfor a vessel. DSC incorporates this number into every message that is Sent (Tx) orReceived (Rx). Enter the MMSI number as soon as you receive your MMSI numberfrom the issuing agency listed on page 9.NOTEThe radio does not operate in the DSC mode until an official MMSI number isentered. An error tone will sound when attempting to operate in the DSCmode without an MMSI number.To Enter an MMSI Number:NOTICEOnly one correction attempt is allowed during this procedure. An errormessage will display the third time an incorrect MMSI number is entered.Once the error message displays, the radio will still operate in all non-DSCmodes. To prevent constant changes and potential errors, this MMSI numberlimitation is on all DSC capable radios. If the MMSI number must be changedmore than once, return the radio to Cobra Electronics for resetting. Once theradio is reset, another MMSI number may be entered and the radio can thenbe used in the DSC mode.IntroductionNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®Product Features57Digital Select Calling (DSC)SetupOperating Your Radio8187-F80-Operation-8_MMB:F75-Operation-8 11/3/06 4:07 PM Page 57
1. Enter the Setup menu and scroll to USERMMSI menu.2. Press the Enter button. A blinking cursor displays at thefirst digit under USERMMSI ID ENTRY.3. Rotate the Channel knob to scroll through the numberlist to the digit of the MMSI number being entered.4. Press the F1 and F2 Function buttons to select the digit.The blinking cursor moves to the next digit of thenumber.5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until all nine (9) digits of the MMSInumber are entered.NOTEPress the F1 Function button to backspace and theF2 Function button to space forward. A new entrydoes not automatically erase previous entries.6. Check that the number is entered correctly.7. Press the Enter button to return to the Setup menu.If an MMSI Number is entered incorrectly, repeat steps 1through 7 until correct. Remember, you only have oneattempt to reset the MMSI number or the radio must bereturned to Cobra Electronics for reset. See Product Serviceon page 81 for details on how to return your radio.Transferring a Radio to a Different VesselContact the agency that issued the MMSI number to changethe vessel information associated with your MMSI number.To View the Programmed MMSI Number at Any Time:1. Enter the Setup menu and scroll to USERMMSI.2. Press the Enter button. A blinking cursor displays theexisting number under USERMMSI ID ENTRY.3. Press and hold the Enter button to return to the Setupmenu.58 EnglishProduct FeaturesIntroductionDigital Select Calling (DSC)SetupOperating Your RadioUSERMMSI MenuUSERMMSI ID EntryMMSI Final AttemptMMSI Entry Error MessageUSERMMSI MenuUSERMMSI ID Entry8187-F80-Operation-8_MMB:F75-Operation-8 11/3/06 4:08 PM Page 58
IntroductionNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®Product Features59Digital Select Calling (DSC)SetupDSC ScanningTurn DSC Scanning Off to stop the radio from scanningChannel 70. DSC message transmissions continue but noDSC alarms sound. No DSC messages are received unless adistress message is transmitted. Distress messageacknowledgements are received with DSC scanning On orOff.To Turn DSC Scanning On or Off:1. Enter the Setup menu and scroll to DSC SCAN menu.2. Press the Enter button and observe the current setting —ON or OFF.3. Select a setting by turning the Channel knob.4. Press the Enter button to confirm selected item andreturn to the Setup menu.Group MMSI NumberNautical organizations like yacht clubs and regatta eventorganizers can establish Group MMSI numbers. Messagescan then be automatically transmitted to all members of agroup without making individual calls.The Group MMSI is established by modifying the MMSIassigned to one (1) group member. To modify the MMSInumber, drop the last digit of the number and insert a zero(0) at the beginning.Example:Member MMSI number 366123456 becomes Group MMSInumber 036612345.Group MMSI numbers may be entered and changed anytime without resetting the radio. Each member of a groupmust enter the group MMSI number in their radio to receivegroup messages.NOTEALL digits must be entered for the display to showcomplete.Operating Your RadioDSC SCAN MenuDSC SCAN On/Off8187-F80-Operation-8_MMB:F75-Operation-8 11/3/06 4:08 PM Page 59

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