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User handbook Part 1

Ray49Marine VHF RadioOwner’s HandbookDocument number: 81296-1Date: July 2007
Trademarks and registered trademarksRaymarine is a registered trademark of Raymarine plc.All other product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.Contents of this handbook © Raymarine 2007
3ContentsTrademarks and registered trademarks ............................................ 2About this Handbook .............................................................................................9Intended Use .................................................................................................. 9Conventions Used ........................................................................................ 9Technical Accuracy .......................................................................................... 9Warranty ....................................................................................................... 9Important Information .......................................................................................10FCC Notice .................................................................................................... 10Station License .............................................................................................. 10Operator License ........................................................................................... 10Industry Canada Notice ................................................................................ 11License ................................................................................................. 11Outside the US and Canada .......................................................................... 11Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) .....................................................11Safety Notices ............................................................................................... 11Antenna Mounting and EME Exposure ................................................ 12Safe Compass Distance ........................................................................12EMC Conformance ...............................................................................12Duty Cycle ............................................................................................ 12Chapter 1: Introduction .....................................................................................131.1 Ray49 Fixed Station VHF Radios ...........................................................131.2 Features ...............................................................................................13Digital Selective Calling (DSC) .............................................................. 14Chapter 2: Installation .......................................................................................152.1 Unpacking and Inspection .................................................................... 15Removing the Sun Cover ..................................................................... 15Equipment Supplied ............................................................................. 162.2 Planning the Installation ...................................................................... 172.3 Cable Connections ............................................................................. 19Power ................................................................................................ 20External Speaker ............................................................................... 20NMEA Data ........................................................................................20Antenna ............................................................................................... 21Antenna Mounting Suggestions ....................................................22Grounding ............................................................................................22Chapter 3: General Operations .........................................................................233.1 Keypad and Rotary Knobs .................................................................... 23Microphone Keys ................................................................................. 231. PTT .........................................................................................23
4 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio2. HILO / LOC DIST .........................................................................233. 16/9 ........................................................................................234. UP/DOWN ................................................................................245. SCAN / SAVE .............................................................................24Transceiver Controls .............................................................................246. CH/OK ........................................................................................247. PWR/VOL ...................................................................................248. SQ ..............................................................................................24Transceiver Push Keys ...........................................................................249. MENU/DSC ...............................................................................2410. CLR/WX ................................................................................2511. DW/TRI ....................................................................................2512. 16/9 ......................................................................................2513. DISTRESS ................................................................................253.2 Transceiver LCD ..................................................................................251. (TX) Transmitting ............................................................................262. (RX) Receiving ................................................................................263. (LOCAL) Local/Distant Mode ..........................................................263. (HI/LO) TX Power ..............................................................................264. (SAVED) Memory Mode ..................................................................265. DSC Call .........................................................................................266. (NO) GPS ........................................................................................267. Automatic Channel Changing Blocked ...........................................268. Weather Alert .................................................................................269. (U, I, C, WX) Channel Set ...................................................................2710. (A, B) Channel Status ......................................................................2711. Channel Number ............................................................................2712. Battery Voltage Alert ....................................................................2713. Dot Matrix Display ..........................................................................2714. (HI, LO) Transmit Power ...............................................................2715. ATIS Active ...................................................................................283.3 Turning the Power ON and OFF ...........................................................283.4 Setting the Volume .............................................................................283.5 Setting the Squelch .............................................................................283.6 Tuning the Channel ............................................................................283.7 Selecting a Weather Channel .............................................................29Weather Alert Operation ..............................................................293.8 Selecting the Priority Channel ...............................................................303.9 Selecting the Secondary Priority Channel .............................................30Reprograming Secondary Priority Channel ...........................................313.10 Transmitting .......................................................................................32Overriding the Low Output Power Restriction ..............................32
53.11 Menu Mode Operation ......................................................................... 333.12 DSC Call Operation .............................................................................. 33Chapter 4: Menu Settings ..................................................................................354.1 Menu Function ................................................................................... 35Making Menu and Programming Selections ........................................354.2 VHF Operations ....................................................................................37Scan Mode ......................................................................................... 37All Scan ........................................................................................ 38Priority All Scan ............................................................................39Saved (Memory) Scan .................................................................. 39Priority Saved Scan ...................................................................... 40Setting the Power Output (HI/LO) ........................................................ 40Overriding the Low Output Power Restriction ..............................41Saving Channels to Memory ..............................................................42Using the Watch Modes ....................................................................... 43Dual Watch .................................................................................... 44Tri Watch ........................................................................................44Frequency Band ................................................................................... 45Channel Name ................................................................................... 45Sensitivity .......................................................................................... 474.3 GPS/Time Setup ..................................................................................47Manual Position ................................................................................... 47Settings .............................................................................................. 49Latitude/Longitude Display .......................................................... 50Time Display ................................................................................50Time Offset .................................................................................. 50Time Format .................................................................................50COG/SOG Display ........................................................................ 50NMEA Out .......................................................................................... 514.4 System Configuration ........................................................................51Backlight Adjustment ........................................................................ 51Contrast Adjustment .......................................................................... 52Key Beep ............................................................................................53Bearing Mode ....................................................................................53Speed Unit ......................................................................................... 54System Test ........................................................................................54Version Number ................................................................................. 55Reset .................................................................................................. 55VHF OPS .........................................................................................56GPS SETUP ..................................................................................... 56SYSTEM CONFIG ............................................................................ 56DSC MENU .....................................................................................56
6 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioChapter 5: Digital Selective Calling (DSC) ......................................................575.1 DSC Call Menu ...................................................................................57Making DSC Menu and Programming Selections .................................585.2 Distress Calls ......................................................................................59Sending a Distress Call .......................................................................59Undesignated (Quick) Distress Call ................................................59Designated Distress Call ...............................................................60Transmitting ...................................................................................61Receiving Acknowledgement .........................................................61Cancelling a Distress Call Made in Error ...............................................61Receiving a Distress Call .....................................................................62Receiving a Distress Relay Sent by Another Station ..............................635.3 DSC Phonebook ..................................................................................64Adding a new Entry ............................................................................64Editing an Existing Entry .....................................................................66Deleting an Existing Entry ...................................................................665.4 Individual Calls ...................................................................................66Making DSC Calls to Coast Stations ......................................................66Transmitting an Individual Call ...........................................................67Receiving Individual Calls ...................................................................695.5 Group Calls .........................................................................................70Group MMSI Setup .............................................................................70Adding a New Group ......................................................................70Transmitting a Group Call ...................................................................71Receiving Group Calls ........................................................................735.6 All Ships Calls .....................................................................................74Transmitting an All Ships Call .............................................................74Receiving an All Ships Call ..................................................................74All Ships Routine or Safety ..............................................................75All Ships Urgency or Distress Call ....................................................755.7 Position Request .................................................................................77Specifying the Target Vessel ...............................................................77Retrieving the Last Received Position Data .........................................78Receiving a Position Request From Another Station .............................785.8 Received Calls (Logs) ..........................................................................79Log Entry Options ...............................................................................815.9 DSC Setup ...........................................................................................81My MMSI ID ..........................................................................................81Automatic Channel Changing for Incoming Calls ...............................84Position Reply .....................................................................................85
7Chapter 6: Customer Service ............................................................................876.1 How to Contact Raymarine ..................................................................87On the Internet ..................................................................................... 87Customer Support .......................................................................... 87Product Repair and Service ................................................................... 87Accessories and Parts .....................................................................88Technical Support ...........................................................................88Appendix A: Specifications ................................................................................89General ................................................................................................89Transmitter ..........................................................................................90Receiver ............................................................................................... 90Appendix B: Radio Controls ...............................................................................91Microphone Keys ................................................................................. 91Transceiver Controls ............................................................................. 92Transceiver Push Keys ........................................................................... 92Appendix C: Menu Structure ..............................................................................93Appendix D: Channel List ..................................................................................95U.S. Marine VHF Channels and Frequencies......................................... 95Canadian Marine VHF Channels and Frequencies................................ 98International Marine VHF Channels & Frequencies............................ 103WX Channels (North America only) .................................................... 106Appendix E: Glossary ........................................................................................107Index ............................................................................................. 109
8 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio
9About this HandbookIntended UseThis handbook describes the Ray49 fixed VHF marine radio. The Ray49 provides two-way communications on all US, Canadian and International marine channels and weather watch on ten weather channels. The Ray49 includes equipment for Class “D” Digital Selective Calling (DSC).Conventions Used Throughout this handbook, the dedicated (labelled) keys are shown in bold capitals (for example: MENU/DSC). The LCD indicators and functions are shown in normal capitals (for example: TX).Technical AccuracyTo the best of our knowledge, the information in this handbook was correct as it went to press. However, our policy of continuous product improvement and updating may change specifications without prior notice. As a result, unavoidable differences between the product and handbook may occur from time to time. Raymarine cannot accept liability for inaccuracies or omissions it may contain.For the latest handbook revisions and product information visit our web site:www.raymarine.comWarrantyTo register your new Raymarine product, please take a few minutes to fill out the warranty registration card found at the end of this handbook. It is very important that you complete the owner information and return the card to the factory in order to receive full warranty benefits.
10 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioImportant InformationRaymarine radios comply with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Industry Canada requirements that regulate marine VHF radio usage for the US and Canada, respectively. Marine VHF radio users in the US must comply with all applicable FCC rules and regulations, some of which are described in this handbook. This information was current at the time this handbook was printed. Up-to-date information, including licensing requirements, can be obtained on the FCC web site at:www.fcc.gov/wtb/marineOfficial FCC forms can be obtained on the FCC web site at:www.fcc.gov/formpage.htmlFCC NoticeThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved in writing by Raymarine, Incorporated could violate compliance with FCC rules and void the operator’s authority to operate the equipment.Station LicenseAn FCC Ship Radio Station License and Call Sign are not required for most recreational vessels travelling in US waters. However, you must obtain a license if your vessel travels to foreign ports.Ships that use MF/HF single side-band radio, satellite communications, or telegraphy must be licensed by the FCC. You can obtain a Station License by filing FCC Form 605, which is available from the FCC web site listed above.Operator LicenseAn Operator License is not required to operate a VHF Marine Radio within US territorial waters. However, a license is required to operate the radio if you dock in a foreign port (including Canada and Mexico) or leave a foreign port to dock in a U.S. port. You can request a Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit from the FCC by filing Form 753.
Important Information 11Industry Canada NoticeThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. To obtain Industry Canada information on RF exposure (RSS-102) and compliance, please refer to the Industry Canada web site:www.ic.gc.caLicenseYou do not need a license to operate this radio in a registered vessel within sovereign waters of Canada or the US. Owners of unregistered vessels should contact Industry Canada for advice. You will need a license to operate this radio outside of Canada or the US. To obtain Industry Canada licensing information or to locate the nearest field or regional office, refer to the Industry Canada web site:www.ic.gc.caThe following information is required to complete the license application:Industry Canada Certification Number: 4069A-RAY49 DFCC Type Number: PJ5RAY49FCC Type Accepted: Parts 15 and 80Output Power: 1 watt (low) & 25 watts (high)Modulation: FM (16K0G3E), DSC (16K0G2B)Frequency Range: 156.025–157.425Outside the US and CanadaOutside the US and Canada, please check your national requirements for both operators and equipment licensing. Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI)The Ray49 includes equipment for Class “D” Digital Selective Calling (DSC). A nine-digit Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) number is required to operate the DSC equipment. You can request an MMSI number from the FCC when you apply for a Station License. If your vessel does not require a license, you may obtain an MMSI by contacting BoatUS (www.boatus.com). Once obtained, you can program the MMSI number into your Ray49 as described in this handbook.Safety NoticesYour Raymarine VHF radio generates and radiates radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy (EME). This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in this handbook. Failure to do so can result in personal injury and/or product malfunction.
12 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioAntenna Mounting and EME ExposureFor optimal radio performance and minimal human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy, make sure the antenna is:• located at least 1.5 meters (5 feet) from the radio• connected to the radio before transmittingThis system has a Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) Radius of 1.5 meters, assuming the maximum power of the radio and antennas with a maximum gain of 3dBi. Accounting for the height of an average adult (2 meters) the minimum height of the antenna above the deck to meet RF exposure compliance requirements is 3.5 meters. Antennas with more gain require a greater MPE radius. Do not transmit when anyone is within the MPE radius of the antenna, unless shielded from the antenna field by a grounded metallic barrier.WARNING: Maximum Permissible ExposureFailure to observe these guidelines may expose those within the maximum permissible exposure (MPE) radius to RF radiation absorption that exceeds the MPE limit. It is the operator’s responsibility to ensure that no one comes within this radius.WARNING: Microwave RadiationOperators with cardiac pacemakers, electric-medical equipment and life support machines should not be exposed to microwave radiation.CAUTION: Antenna ConnectionNever operate the radio unless it is connected to the antenna.Safe Compass DistanceSafe Compass Distance is 1 meter for a common compass. To be sure, you should locate the radio as far as possible from the compass. Test your compass to verify proper operation while the radio is also operating.EMC ConformanceAll Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the recreational marine environment. Their design and manufacture conform to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards but correct installation and use is required to ensure that performance is not compromised.Duty CycleThe normal duty cycle of the Ray 49 is 5% transmit, 5% receive, and 90% standby.
13Chapter 1: Introduction1.1 Ray49 Fixed Station VHF RadiosThe Ray49 marine VHF radiotelephone is a microprocessor-controlled radio that provides reliable simplex (single frequency) and semi-duplex (two frequency) communications. This handbook describes the physical and functional characteristics of this radio. The Ray49 provides two-way communications on all US, Canadian and International marine channels and ten weather channels. Refer to the Frequency Tables in Appendix D, which list all marine VHF channels available in your radio. You should familiarize yourself with these tables to ensure proper channel usage.1.2 FeaturesThe Ray49 is designed and manufactured to provide ease of operation with excellent reliability. The Ray49 has many enhanced features, including:• Waterproof to IPX-7 standard • Anti-glare 1.9" x 1.3"(48mm x 32mm) LCD• 10 Weather Channel watch with 1050Hz Alert Tone detect• Dedicated key for switching to Priority Channel 16• Programmable Secondary Priority Channel key• All Scan, Memory Scan and 2 Priority Scan functions• Dual/Tri Watch Monitor modesD10108-1
14 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio• Local Mode decreases noise in areas where RF interference is high• Enhanced GPS Position Data gives Latitude and Longitude to 1/10,000 of a minute plus Time, SOG and COG data from any NMEA input• Automatically distinguishes between calls made to Ship or Coast Stations• Low and High Voltage detection with alert• Editable Channel Name• 10 Brightness and Contrast settingsDigital Selective Calling (DSC)The Ray49 includes equipment for Class “D” Digital Selective Calling (DSC). DSC protocol is a globally applied system used to send and receive digital calls. DSC uses a unique Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) number to direct DSC calls directly to your radio, much like a telephone number. Most importantly, DSC enables digital distress calls that automatically notify other ships and shore stations where you are and that you are in a distress situation.Note: An MMSI ID number is required to operate the DSC equipment in this radio. You can obtain an MMSI from BoatUS (www.boatus.com). Once obtained, you can program the MMSI number yourself one time only using the menu operation described in “My MMSI ID“ on page 81. The Ray49 includes the following DSC features:• Separate receiver dedicated to handling DSC Calls on channel 70• Position Request function sends GPS position data to or receives position data from other stations• Phonebook for automatically making DSC calls• Quick call features sends Individual Calls directly from the Received Calls log, just like the call back function on a telephone• Three Group IDs for making DSC Calls only to stations in your group, such as a flotilla or fishing fleetDSC functions are fully described in Chapter 5.
15Chapter 2: Installation2.1 Unpacking and InspectionUse care when unpacking the unit from the shipping carton to prevent damage to the contents. It is also good practice to save the carton and the interior packing material in the event you must return the unit to the factory.Removing the Sun Cover The Sun Cover was designed to fit snugly on the radio, even while the boat is being transported. To remove the Sun Cover:1. Place your thumb in the dimple and push downward.2. At the same time, pull up the lift tab with your index finger.3. Pinch your fingers towards each other as you lift up. D10529-1
16 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioEquipment SuppliedThe Ray49 comes in two colors: gray and white. The following is a list of materials supplied with each model.Ray49 GrayRay49 WhitePart No DescriptionE43034 Ray49 (gray) VHF RadioR49216 Sun Cover (gray) for Ray49R49218 Mounting Bracket for Ray49R49165 Bracket Knob for Ray218/Ray55/Ray49R49166 Microphone Hanger for ay218/Ray55/Ray49R49167 Power Cord for Ray218/Ray55/Ray4981296 Handbook for Ray49Screws (x5) for Mounting Bracket/Microphone HangerScrew/Lock Washer (x1) for GroundingOPTIONAL:A46053 Rear Flush Mount Kit for Ray218/Ray55/Ray49E46006 10W External SpeakerPart No DescriptionE43038 Ray49 (white) VHF Radio R49217 Sun Cover (white) for Ray49R49218 Mounting Bracket for Ray49R49165 Bracket Knob for Ray218/Ray55/Ray49R49166 Microphone Hanger for Ray218/Ray55/Ray49R49167 Power Cord for Ray218/Ray55/Ray4981296 Handbook for Ray49Screws (x5) for Mounting Bracket/Microphone HangerScrew/Lock Washer (x1) for GroundingOPTIONAL:A46053 Rear Flush Mount Kit for Ray218/Ray55/Ray49E46006 10W External Speaker
Chapter 2: Installation 172.2 Planning the InstallationMount the transceiver to allow easy access from the location where the boat is normally navigated. Select a location that is non-metallic, dry, protected, well-ventilated, and free from high operating temperatures and excessive vibration. Provide sufficient space behind the transceiver to allow for proper cable connections to the rear panel connectors. Locate the transceiver as near as possible to the power source yet as far apart as possible from any devices that may cause interference such as motors, generators, and other on board electronics. The radio should be protected from prolonged direct exposure to rain and salt spray.The Ray49 is not designed to be mounted in engine compartments. Do not install the radio in a location where there may be flammable vapors (such as in an engine room or compartment, or in a fuel tank bay), water splash or spray from bilges or hatches, where it is at risk from physical damage from heavy items (such as hatch covers, tool boxes, etc.), or where it might be covered by other equipment. Locate the radio at least 1.5 meters from the antenna.Safe Compass Distance is 1 meter for a common compass. To be sure, you should locate the radio as far as possible from the compass. Test your compass to verify proper operation while the radio is also operating.The Ray49 can be conveniently mounted on a chart table, bulkhead, overhead, or any other desired location. Refer to the following figure for typical mounting methods. The Ray49 may also be flush mounted using the optional A46053 Rear Flush Mount Kit, available from your Raymarine dealer. Instructions for installing the radio using the Flush Mount Kit are included with the kit.Table top mount Bulkhead mount Overhead mountD9306-1
18 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio D10110-1topbottom7.05 in (179mm)4.96 in(126mm)6.57 in(167mm)6.89 in(175mm)5.43 in(138mm)1.57 in(40 mm)3.02 in(76.8mm)1.72 in(43.7mm)3.45 in(87.7mm)3.56 in(90.3mm)5.93 in(150.7mm)1.77 in(45mm)5.12 in(130mm)0.68 in(17.3mm)2.29 in(58.1mm)2.87 in(73mm)
Chapter 2: Installation 192.3 Cable ConnectionsThe radio has 2 bullet connectors for the extended power cord, a 4-wire cable for NMEA connections, and a 2-wire cable for an optional external speaker. Connect the wires as shown in the following table. Other connections are discussed in the ensuing sections.Make cable connections as shown in the figures that follow. The ends of the external speaker wires are clipped at the factory so that no bare metal is exposed. You must strip back the insulation before installation. If you are not connecting an external speaker, leave the wires insulated. If you have stripped back a wire that you will not be connecting, clip the bare wire down to the insulation.Color Signal Connects toGrayPurpleNMEA IN +NMEA IN –GPSBlueBrownNMEA OUT +NMEA OUT –Chartplotter display unit (A Series, C Series, etc.)YellowGreenSPEAKER +SPEAKER –Optional remote speaker, Raymarine part no. E46006AntennaPowerNMEA In / OutfuseGroundD10111-1External Speaker
20 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioPower The red and black Power Cord provides connection to DC power. Slide the bullet connectors on the cord into their mates (with the same colored wire) on the rear of the radio. Connect the stripped wires on the Power Cord to the nearest primary source of the boat's DC power. A suitable source would be a circuit breaker on the power panel or a fuse block near the unit, rated at 10 amps. Connect the red wire to the positive terminal of the power source and the black wire to the negative (ground) of the power source. The red (+) wire contains an in-line fuse rated at 10A, 250V, slow-blow. If the fuse ever needs to be replaced, be sure to use the same type and rating.The power cord must be long enough to reach the DC power source. If additional wire length is required, the cable can be extended by adding more cable as necessary. However, for power cable runs longer than 15 feet, larger wire diameter size should be used to prevent voltage line loss. To ensure adequate current draw to the equipment, Raymarine recommends that you use lugs to connect the power cable to the DC supply and that the lug connections be both crimped and soldered. The Ray49 is designed to be operated on a 12 volt (nominal) system. If battery voltage drops below 10.5 VDC, BATTERY LOW appears on the LCD. Discon-tinue using the radio if a low voltage condition occurs as performance would be unreliable. If voltage increases to 15.8 VDC, BATTERY HIGH appears. External Speaker Connect the yellow(+) wire and green (–) wire to the speaker observing polarity as it is marked on the speaker. NMEA DataThe Ray49 accepts NMEA 0183 (V3.01) data from a position determining device (GPS) to provide the Latitude and Longitude position information. This information appears on the radio’s LCD display and is also transmitted during a DSC Distress Call. When a valid NMEA signal is detected, the “GPS” indicator appears on the LCD. When no NMEA signal is detected, the indicator shows “NO GPS”. Connect the NMEA OUT + and NMEA OUT – signals from the positioning device to the NMEA IN + (gray) and NMEA IN – (purple) wires, respectively, from the radio. An example of how to make the connections using a suitable connector block is shown in the following drawing. For specific instructions how to connect your particular GPS, please refer to the handbook that came with that device.
Chapter 2: Installation 21 NMEA AlarmWhen no valid position data is available, the NMEA alarm sounds (provided that the MMSI number has been programmed): the GPS satellite icon flashes and NO POS DATA is displayed on the dot matrix display. The alert tone sounds for 5 seconds or until you acknowledge it by pressing any key. The alarm repeats every four hours, as long as the condition exists. If desired, you can manually enter time and position data using the GPS/Time Setup feature, as described on page 47. The alert repeats every four hours as long as no position information has been entered manually. If position data is entered manually but has not been updated during the previous 23.5 hours, all the position (lat/lon) fields are set to all 9’s, time field is set to all 8’s, and the display reverts to NO POS DATA.AntennaRaymarine recommends that you install a VHF Marine band antenna with a minimum height of 8 ft. and gain of at least 3 dBi. The coaxial VHF antenna cable connects to the Ray49 antenna jack on the rear panel using a PL-259 VHF type connector. The antenna cable length can be critical to performance. If you are uncertain, contact a professional installer or call Raymarine Product Support. If a longer cable length is required, RG-8x (50 ohm) marine coaxial cable or equivalent cable can be used for runs up to a maximum of 50 feet. If the distance required is even greater, Raymarine recommends using low loss RG-213 or equivalent cable for the entire run to avoid excessive losses in power output.If the antenna RF connector is likely to be exposed to the marine environment, a protective coating of silicon grease (Dow Corning DC-4 or similar) can be applied to the connector before connecting it to the radio. Any other extensions or adapters in the cable run should also be protected by grease and then wrapped with a waterproofing tape.D9308-2NMEA IN + (gray) NMEA OUT +NMEA OUTto Radio: from GPS:NMEA IN (purple)
22 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioAntenna Mounting SuggestionsMounting the VHF antenna properly is very important because it will directly affect the performance of your VHF radio. Use a VHF antenna designed for marine vessels. Since VHF transmission is essentially line-of-sight, mount the antenna at a location on the vessel that is free of obstruction to obtain maximum range.If you must extend the length of the coaxial cable between the antenna and the radio, use a coaxial cable designed for the least amount of power loss over the entire cable length.For optimal radio performance and minimal human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy, make sure the antenna is:• mounted as high as possible, but at least located at least 1.5 meters (5 feet) from the radio• connected to the radio before transmittingWARNING: Antenna Mounting and EME ExposureEnsure that the antenna is mounted so that no one can enter the maximum permissible exposure radius for RF radiation. See the Safety Notice entitled “Antenna Mounting and EME Exposure“ on page 12.GroundingWhile special grounding is not generally required for VHF radiotelephone installations, it is good marine practice to properly ground all electronic equipment to the boat’s earth ground system. The Ray49 can be connected to ground by installing the supplied screw and lock washer into the threaded hole labelled with the icon, located on the transceiver’s rear panel, adjacent to the antenna jack. Then attach a #10 AWG wire from this screw to the nearest ship’s earth ground connection point. CAUTION: Do not connect this ground connection to the negative terminal of the battery.
23Chapter 3: General Operations3.1 Keypad and Rotary KnobsSeveral of the keys on the front panel of the transceiver serve multiple purposes. For the most part, the function indicated on the first line of the key is accessed by pressing that key for fewer than 3 seconds and then releasing it. The function indicated on the second line of the key is accessed by pressing and holding the key for greater than 3 seconds. Microphone Keys 1. PTTPress this Push-to-Talk key to transmit. 2. HILO / LOC DIST Press and release to toggle the transmit power from HI to LO. Can also be used to select items in menu mode. Press and hold to toggle between full receiver sensitivity (Distant mode) and attenuated receiver sensitivity (Local mode).3. 16/9Use this key to switch to the Priority Channel, switch to the Secondary Priority Channel, or to change the value of the Secondary Priority Channel.D10114-1
24 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio4. UP/DOWN Use the arrow keys to change the active channel number. Press and hold for rapid channel changing. Can also be used to scroll through selections in menu and programming modes.5. SCAN / SAVEPress and release this key to access the Scan Mode menu, which is described on page 37. If Scan Mode is active, pressing this key terminates the scan. Press and hold for 3 seconds to enter a channel into the radio’s memory. This function is described in “Saving Channels to Memory“ on page 42.Transceiver Controls6. CH/OK Rotate this knob to change the current channel number and to change values in Menu mode or during programming (CH). Press in to enter values selected in Menu mode or during programming (OK).7. PWR/VOL Use this knob to turn the radio ON and OFF and to set the volume.8. SQ Use this knob to set the squelch threshold, which cuts off the receiver when the signal is too weak for reception of anything but noise.Transceiver Push Keys9. MENU/DSCPress and release this key to select Menu Mode, which is used to set up the radio. Menu operations are fully described in Chapter 4.Press and hold for 3 seconds to enter DSC Call Mode, which is used for making DSC Calls and viewing the DSC Call Logs and the DSC Call Phonebook.A Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) number is required to operate the DSC equipment in this radio. This number directs DSC calls directly to your radio, much like a telephone number. You can program the MMSI number yourself one time only using the operation described in “My MMSI ID“ on page 81. Otherwise, your Raymarine dealer can program or change the number for you. Full details on DSC call operation are described in Chapter 5.
Chapter 3: General Operations 2510. CLR/WXPress and release to terminate a function and return to the last-used channel. Press and hold for 3 seconds to select the Weather mode.11. DW/TRI Press and release to initiate Dual Watch mode. Press and hold for 3 seconds to initiate Tri Watch mode.12. 16/9 Use this key to switch to the Priority Channel, switch to the Secondary Priority Channel, or to change the value of the Secondary Priority Channel.13. DISTRESSPush up the spring-loaded cover and press this key to make a DSC Distress Call. Instructions for making a Distress Call are described in Section 5.2.3.2 Transceiver LCD The following describes the function of the characters on the radio’s LCD. SHIP/SHIP 26 04.2172N 080 09.0933W AM11:56LOCD10115-1
26 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio1. (TX) TransmittingIndicates the PTT key is being pressed and the radio is transmitting.2. (RX) ReceivingIndicates that the radio is receiving a radio signal.3. (LOCAL) Local/Distant ModeIndicates the radio is in Local Reception mode, which decreases receiver sensitivity in high traffic areas to decrease unwanted reception.3. (HI/LO) TX PowerIndicates whether transmit power is set for 25 watts (HI) or 1 watt (LO).4. (SAVED) Memory ModeIndicates the current channel has been saved in memory. Appears during Saved (Memory) Scan and Priority Saved Scan modes. 5. DSC Call When flashing, indicates that the radio has received a DSC Call. Details of the call can be viewed in the associated log. See “Received Calls (Logs)” on page 79. The icon disappears when the call is accepted, the call is rejected, or the associated message is viewed in the log.6. (NO) GPS“GPS” indicates that positional data is available. “NO GPS” indicates that positional data is not available.7. Automatic Channel Changing BlockedIndicates that your radio will not automatically switch to the channel requested by an incoming DSC call but rather will prompt you to manually accept or decline the channel change request. Applies to Distress and All Ships Urgency calls only. This feature is controlled by the DSC Setup menu item AUTO CH CHG, described on page 84. By default, this icon is off, meaning that auto channel changing is active.8. Weather AlertIndicates that the radio is monitoring for weather alert broadcasts.
Chapter 3: General Operations 279. (U, I, C, WX) Channel SetIndicates which channel set is selected: U (USA), I (International), C (Canadian), or WX (Weather).10. (A, B) Channel StatusA subscript character following the channel number indicates special qualities.(A) Simplex ChannelThe subscript A indicates that the currently-selected US or Canadian channel is simplex, although its International counterpart is semi-duplex (5A, for example). This channel uses the transmit frequency of the International channel for both transmitting and receiving. If a channel is simplex in all 3 channel sets (US, Canadian, and International—channel 6, for example), the A does not appear.Note:Simplex means that the radio transmits and receives on the same frequency for this channel. Semi-duplex channels use separate frequencies to transmit and receive.(B) Receive-only ChannelThe subscript B indicates that you cannot transmit on the currently-selected channel; it is receive-only. Used with Canadian channels only.11. Channel NumberDisplays the current active channel number.12. Battery Voltage AlertThe Ray49E is designed to be operated on a 12 volt (nominal) system. If the boat’s battery voltage drops below 10.5 VDC or increases above 15.8 VDC, the battery icon appears with the message BATTERY LOW or BATTERY HIGH, respectively.13. Dot Matrix DisplayIndicates radio functions, GPS position data or special conditions, depending on the situation. The screen is different when sending/receiving a DSC Call (see Chapter 5) or setting up a Menu item (see Chapter 4). The top line usually displays the current channel name. This field is editable.14. (HI, LO) Transmit Power Indicates whether radio tranmissions are being made at 25 watts (HI) or 1 watt (LO).
28 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio15. ATIS ActiveIndicates ATIS transmission is enabled. This feature is only available in the Ray49E European version of the radio.3.3 Turning the Power ON and OFFTurn the PWR/VOL knob clockwise until it clicks. When the unit powers up in standby mode it:• Beeps, illuminates the backlight at full brightness, and displays a self-test.• Recalls the last channel number, TX power settings and operation mode.If no last-used setting data exists, goes to channel 16 and high TX Power.• When GPS Data is available, extended position data is displayed with the off-set time. This information will be displayed when display option for the posi-tion and time is enabled on the Menu. See Section 4.3.• When the MMSI number is not programmed, you are prompted to enter the number as described on page 81. You must then press CH/OK to continue.To turn the unit OFF, rotate the PWR/VOL knob completely counterclockwise until it clicks.3.4 Setting the VolumeAdjust the PWR/VOL knob to control the loudspeaker volume level. Turn clockwise to increase the volume; counter clockwise to decrease the volume.3.5 Setting the SquelchThe squelch circuit sets the threshold for cutting off the receiver when the signal is too weak for reception of anything but noise. To properly set the squelch, rotate the SQ knob counterclockwise until audio is heard. Then rotate clockwise until background noise disappears.3.6 Tuning the Channel...on the TransceiverRotate the CH/OK knob clockwise to increase the channel number.Rotate the CH/OK knob counterclockwise to decrease the channel number....on the MicrophonePress and release the UP arrow to increase the channel number.
Chapter 3: General Operations 29Press and release the DOWN arrow to decrease the channel.Press and hold either key for rapid channel scrolling.3.7 Selecting a Weather ChannelThe US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) broadcasts continuous weather reports and severe weather alerts, as needed. The Ray49 is programmed to receive 10 weather channels and sound an alarm if a weather alert is received.To enter Weather mode, press and hold the CLR/WX key for 3 seconds on the transceiver. The WX indicator appears in the channel set field. Rotate the CH/OK knob on the transceiver or use the channel up /down keys on the microphone to select from channels WX01 through WX10.Press and release the CLR/WX key again to return to normal operation.Note:• WX broadcasts can only be heard in the US and Canada.• During Weather mode, the PTT, HI/LO, and SCAN/SAVE keys are disabled and an error beep sounds if pressed.Weather Alert Operation NOAA also broadcasts continuous severe weather alerts as needed. You can set your Ray49 to notify you when such an alert is issued. Press and hold the CLR/WXkey to enter weather mode. Then, press and hold the CLR/WX key again to enable weather alert. The cloud icon appears. D10116-1PRESS and HOLD for 3 secs10152025303540455055 60 5162.550 26 04.2172N080 09.0933W AM11:56LOCPRESS and HOLD for 3 secs10152025303540455055 60 5D10117-1162.550 26 04.2172N080 09.0933W AM11:56LOC
30 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioWhen the severe weather alert tone is detected, the message WX ALERT is displayed and an alarm sounds. The radio automatically tunes to the WX channel where the weather alert has been detected. The alert is detected in all modes of operation (Standby, Dual Watch, Tri Watch, Scan, etc.)3.8 Selecting the Priority ChannelThe Ray218/Ray55 provides you with a dedicated key for switching to the Priority Channel 16. Press and release the 16/9 key to switch to channel 16 at high power. The label 1ST PRIORITY appears. If already on channel 16, press and release 16/9to return to the last-used working channel.The 16/9 key also can be used to cancel all other modes and switch to channel 16. Note: When the priority channel is selected, the radio is always set to HIGH transmit power. You may reduce power if desired using the HI/LO power setting.3.9 Selecting the Secondary Priority ChannelThe Ray218/Ray55 enables you to program the 16/9 key to store a Secondary Priority Channel. The default is channel 9. If on primary Priority channel 16 or a working channel, press and hold the 16/9 for 3 seconds to switch to the Secondary Priority Channel at high power. The label 2ND PRIORITY appears. The default is channel 9. If already tuned to the Secondary Priority Channel, press and release the 16/9 key to switch to Priority Channel 16 at high power.D10118-11ST PRIORITY 26 04.2172N080 09.0933W AM11:56LOCD10119-1PRESS and HOLD for 3 secs10152025303540455055 60 52ND PRIORITY 26 04.2172N080 09.0933W AM11:56LOC
Chapter 3: General Operations 31Reprograming Secondary Priority Channel1. Press and hold the 16/9 key for 3 seconds to switch to the current Secondary Priority Channel. 2. Press and hold the 16/9 key for 3 seconds again to switch to Reprogram mode. The message CHG 2ND PRI? appears with YES highlighted. 3. Press the CH/OK knob to accept. The confirmation message CHANGE 2ND PRIORITY CH appears.4. Rotate the CH/OK knob until the desired new secondary channel is shown.5. Press CH/OK to accept the new Secondary Priority selection. 10152025303540455055 60 510152025303540455055 60 5D10120-1CH 2ND PRI?>YESNO2ND PRIORITY 26 04.2172N080 09.0933W AM11:56LOCSELECT 2NDPRIORITY CHPRESS [OK]TO ACCEPTSELECT 2NDPRIORITY CHPRESS [OK]TO ACCEPT2ND PRI CHIS CHANGEDPRESS [OK]2ND PRIORITY 26 04.2172N080 09.0933W AM11:57LOC
32 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio3.10 TransmittingPress and hold the Push-to-Talk (PTT) key on the microphone to transmit on the selected channel, and then release to receive. The TX indicator appears during transmission.Note: International regulations and good communications practice dictate that you not interfere with other communications. Before transmitting, listen to make sure the channel is clear.The radio is equipped with a timeout timer in the event of a stuck key. After PTThas been held continuously for 5 minutes, transmission is discontinued, the message TX TIMEOUT appears, and an alert tone sounds.After the timeout, the alarm continues to sound until PTT is released. The TX time out timer is reset and the radio returns to receive mode once the PTT key is released.Note: If the current channel is receive-only, an alert tone sounds when PTT is pressed, indicating such a transmission is not permitted.Overriding the Low Output Power RestrictionIn the US, channels 13 and 67 are restricted to transmit at low power. However, you can temporarily override this low power restriction. To override the LO power restriction on channels 13 or 67 and transmit at high power:1. Press and hold PTT.2. Press and release The HI/LO key on the microphone. TX power is set to HI power for as long as you hold down PTT.3. When you release PTT, power returns to LO.
Chapter 3: General Operations 33 3.11 Menu Mode OperationPress and release the MENU/DSC key while in standby mode to enter Menu Mode.Menu mode is fully described in Chapter 4.3.12 DSC Call OperationPress and hold the MENU/DSC key for greater than 3 seconds while in standby operation mode to enter DSC Call Mode.DSC Call mode is fully described in Chapter 5.D10121-1BRIDGE 26 04.2172N080 09.0933W AM11:57LOCBRIDGE 26 04.2172N080 09.0933W AM11:56LOCBRIDGE 26 04.2172N080 09.0933W AM11:57LOC
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35Chapter 4: Menu Settings4.1 Menu FunctionMost of the radio’s functions reside in the Main Menu, which is accessed through the MENU/DSC key. A diagram of the menu structure can be found in Appendix C.Making Menu and Programming SelectionsThere are two ways to make menu and character selections in your radio:1. Most examples in this chapter describe making selections using the CH/OK knob on the transceiver. 2. However, you can also press the microphone up/down keys to make your selections and then press the microphone HI/LO key to accept. To make Menu selections:1. Press and release the MENU/DSC key to enter Menu mode. The list of avail-able menu groups appears. 2. Use the CH/OK knob on the transceiver or CH up/down key on the micro-phone to scroll through the list until the desired menu is highlighted. D10023-1D10122-1MAIN MENU>VHF OPS GPS SETUP SYS CONFIGD10123-1MAIN MENU VHF OPS GPS SETUP>SYS CONFIG
36 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio3. Press in the CH/OK knob on the transceiver or HI/LO key on the microphone to accept. The sub-menu headings are displayed. 4. Rotate the CH/OK knob on the transceiver or press the CH up/down key on the microphone to highlight the desired sub-menu. 5. Press CH/OK on the transceiver or the HI/LO key on microphone to accept. The options under that sub-menu are displayed. 6. Rotate the CH/OK knob on the transceiver or press the CH up/down key on the microphone to highlight the desired option. 7. Press CH/OK on the transceiver or the HI/LO key on the microphone to accept. The setting is changed. Continue in the same manner to make any other setting changes.D10124-1SYS CONFIG>BACKLIGHT CONTRAST KEY BEEPD10125-1SYS CONFIG BACKLIGHT CONTRAST>KEY BEEPD10126-1KEY BEEP>LOUD QUIET OFFD10127-1KEY BEEP LOUD>QUIET OFF
Chapter 4: Menu Settings 37 To return to the previous menu level, select the [BACK] menu option or press the CLR/WX key.To exit the Menu mode, press the CLR/WX key again or else press the 16/9 key to switch to the priority channel in standby mode.4.2 VHF OperationsThis menu group controls basic radio functions. You access VHF Operations via the MENU key. Scan ModeThis function automatically searches through all channels in the set for any that are broadcasting. If a transmission is received, the scan stops on the receiving channel as long as it is present. If the signal is lost for five seconds, the radio resumes scanning.You can directly access the Scan Mode menu by pressing and releasing the SCAN/SAVE key on the microphone. When a Scan Mode is active, you can terminate the scan and return the radio to standby mode by pressing and releasing the key again.While scanning, press the microphone CH up/down keys or rotate the CH/OK knob on the transceiver to change the scan direction. UP (key)/clockwise (CHknob) increases the channel while DOWN (key) /counter-clockwise (CH knob) decreases it.D10128-1SYS CONFIG BACKLIGHT CONTRAST>KEY BEEPD10129-1MAIN MENU>VHF OPS GPS SETUP SYS CONFIGVHF OPS>SCAN MODE HI/LO POWER SAVE CH
38 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioYour Ray49 is equipped with four types of scan options: All Scan, Saved (Memory) Scan, Priority All Scan and Priority Saved Scan. The following illustration demonstrates how to initiate All Scan but the procedure is the same for all scan mode options.Note: Whenever Weather Alert is activated, the WX Alert channel is also monitored dur-ing the Scan Modes. If the WX Alert tone is detected, the scan is halted to receive the Weather Alert broadcast. To terminate the SCAN mode and return to standby mode, press:•SCAN/SAVE key on the microphone•CLR/WX key on the transceiverAll ScanIn All Scan mode, all channels in the channel set are scanned in sequence. After the last channel number has been scanned, the cycle repeats.When active, SCAN ALL appears on the display. D10130-1VHF OPS>SCAN MODE HI/LO POWER SAVE CHSCAN MODE>SCAN ALL SCAN ALL+16 SCAN SAVEDSCAN ALL 26 04.2172N080 09.0933W AM11:57LOCSCAN ALLSCAN ALLSCAN ALLSCAN ALLSCAN ALLSCAN ALLD10131-1
Chapter 4: Menu Settings 39Priority All ScanPriority All Scan searches for activity on all channels but alternates scanning the Priority Channel 16 after each channel.When active, SCAN ALL+16 appears on the display. Saved (Memory) ScanIn Saved Scan mode, only the channels that have been saved in memory are scanned in sequence. After the last saved channel number has been scanned, the cycle repeats. When active, SCAN SAVED appears on the display. If no channels have been saved into memory when you select this feature, an error tone sounds. SCAN ALL+16SCAN ALL+16SCAN ALL+16SCAN ALL+16SCAN ALL+16SCAN ALL+16SCAN ALL+16D10132-1SCAN SAVEDSCAN SAVEDSCAN SAVEDSCAN SAVEDSCAN SAVEDSCAN SAVEDD10133-1
40 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioPriority Saved ScanPriority Saved Scan is much like Priority Scan except that the radio alternates searching for activity on the Priority Channel 16 and the channels stored in memory.When active, SCAN SAVD + 16 appears on the display.Note: If no channels have been saved into memory when you select this feature, an er-ror tone sounds. Setting the Power Output (HI/LO) The choice of power output is dependent upon the distance of transmission and transmitting conditions. As a part of FCC procedures and marine communications courtesy, initial contact should always be attempted using low power. You should switch to high power only when contact can not be made on low power or in emergency situations. Rotate the CH/OK knob to toggle the TX power from LOW (1 watt) to HIGH (25 watts). The corresponding LO or HI indicator appears.You can also press and release the HI/LO–LOC/DIS key on the microphone to toggle the TX power.SCAN SAVD+16SCAN SAVD+16SCAN SAVD+16SCAN SAVD+16SCAN SAVD+16SCAN SAVD+16SCAN SAVD+16D10134-1
Chapter 4: Menu Settings 41 Some channels are limited by regulation to be low power only. If the HILO operation request is denied, an error tone beeps.Channels restricted to low transmit power are as follows:• Canadian channel set: 13, 15, 17, 77• International channel set: 15, 17, 75, 76• US channel set: 13, 17, 67, 77Overriding the Low Output Power RestrictionIn the US, channels 13 and 67 are restricted to transmit at low power. However, you can temporarily override this low power restriction. To override the LO power restriction on channels 13 or 67 and transmit at high power:1. Press and hold PTT.2. While holding PTT, press and release the HI/LO microphone keyThe TX power is set to HI power for as long as you hold down PTT.When you release PTT, power returns to LO.D10135-1VHF OPS SCAN MODE>HI/LO POWER SAVE CHHI/LO POWER>HI LOWHI/LO POWER HI>LOWVHF OPS SCAN MODE>HI/LO POWER SAVE CH
42 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio Saving Channels to MemoryThe Ray49 can store any channel (except WX channels) into memory. The stored channels are the ones scanned in the Saved (Memory) Scan mode (see page 39). Any number of channels can be saved as memory channels. Separate memory channel groups exist for USA, International, and Canadian frequency sets.To add or remove a channel to/from memory:1. Navigate to SAVE CH in the VHF OPS menu.2. Press CH/OK to select SAVE CH.3. Rotate CH/OK to select channel to be added to /removed from memory.4. Press CH/OK to confirm (or CLR/WX to cancel).5. To add the selected channel to memory, ensure that the arrow is pointing to SAVE, and then press CH/OK.To remove the selected channel from memory, navigate to CLEAR and then press CH/OK.The SAVED icon either appears to indicate that the current channel has been saved in memory or disappears to indicate that it has been removed from memory.D10121-1BRIDGE 26 04.2172N080 09.0933W AM11:57LOCBRIDGE 26 04.2172N080 09.0933W AM11:56LOCBRIDGE 26 04.2172N080 09.0933W AM11:57LOC
Chapter 4: Menu Settings 43 You can also add the current channel to memory by pressing and holding the SCAN/SAVE key on the microphone. If the channel is already saved, pressing and holding the key removes the channel from memory.Using the Watch ModesThe Watch Modes monitor the programmed Priority Channel and other user-selected channel(s). The watch is halted when activity is detected on a monitored channel. The Ray49 is equipped with 2 types of monitor operations: Dual Watch and Tri Watch.Note:Whenever Weather Alert is activated, the WX Alert channel is also monitored dur-ing Dual Watch and Tri Watch. D10136-1SAVE CHANNELSELECT CH[OK] / [CLR]72VHF OPS SCAN MODE HI/LO POWER>SAVE CH68SAVE CHANNELSELECT CH[OK] / [CLR]68SAVE CHANNELSELECT CH[OK] / [CLR]72SAVE CHANNEL>SAVE CLEAR72
44 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioDual WatchDual Watch monitors the current working channel and Channel 16 in cycle.DUAL 16 appears on the top line of the display.Dual Watch is demonstrated in the figure to the left; the sample working channel is channel 72. Tri WatchTri Watch monitors in cycle channel 16, the current working channel and the channel you have set as the Secondary Priority Channel.TRI 16+09 appears on the top line of the display.Tri Watch is demonstrated in the figure to the left; the sample working channel is channel 72. Press and release the 16/9 key to terminate Watch mode and switch to the Priority Channel.Press and release the CLR/WX key to terminate Watch mode and return to the last-used channel.Note: During Tri Watch Mode, the WX and CH keys are inactive and an error beep sounds if pressed (if the Key Beep function is enabled). D10138-1D10139-1D10137-1VHF OPS HI/LO POWER SAVE CH>WATCH MODE72WATCH MODE>DUAL WATCH TRI WATCH [BACK]72WATCH MODE DUAL WATCH>TRI WATCH [BACK]72TRI CH16+09 26 04.2172N080 09.0933W PM12:32LOC72
Chapter 4: Menu Settings 45Frequency Band The Ray49 can transmit and receive all USA, International and Canadian frequencies. This setting determines which channel set is being used. The appropriate indicator is illuminated in the LCD: U for USA, I for International, or Cfor Canadian channel sets. Channel NameThe Ray49 displays a descriptive name of up to 9 characters in the top line of the dot matrix display, to the left of the channel number. This option modifies the name for the currently-selected channel from its default.To change the Channel Name from the default:1. From the VHF OPS menu, navigate to CH NAME.2. Press the CH/OK knob to select.3. Rotate CH/OK to display the channel whose name you want to edit.4. Press CH/OK to select. Two options are presented: edit and delete.5. Press CH/OK again to select EDIT. The name for the currently-selected chan-nel appears. The first character is underlined and blinking, indicating that it is ready to be edited.6. Use the CH/OK knob to modify the first character in the NAME field using the same technique described in “Adding a new Entry“ on page 64.7. Press CH/OK to accept and advance to the next character position.8. Press and hold CH/OK for 3 seconds when completed. The new name appears for the channel.D10140-1VHF OPS SAVE CH WATCH MODE>FREQ BAND72FREQ BAND>USA INTERNATNL CANADA72SHIP/SHIP 26 04.2172N080 09.0933W AM11:57LOC72FREQ BAND USA>INTERNATNL CANADA72
46 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioTo completely remove the Channel Name, rotate the CH/OK knob to choose DELETE in step 5 above, instead, and then press CH/OK to select. After the name is deleted, no name is displayed for this channel. D10141-1VHF OPS WATCH MODE FREQ BAND>CH NAME72CH NAMESELECT CH[OK] / [CLR]72SAVE CHANNELSELECT CH[OK] / [CLR]68CH NAME>EDIT DELETE68EDIT NAMEPLEASUREHOLD [OK]68EDIT NAMEFLEASUREHOLD [OK]6868EDIT NAMEFISHINGHOLD [OK]68FISHING 26 04.2172N080 09.0933W AM11:57LOC10152025303540455055 60 5
Chapter 4: Menu Settings 47SensitivityUse this setting to switch the transmit power from high to low. Rotate the CH/OKknob t o toggle between full receiver sensitivity (Distant mode) and attenuated receiver sensitivity (Local mode). The LOCAL icon appears while in Local mode and then is removed in Distant mode. 4.3 GPS/Time SetupBy default, the Ray49 auto-detects NMEA 0183 strings and decodes appropriate latitude/longitude position and time or COG/SOG. When position data is available, the “GPS” icon appears on the top line of the LCD. If the GPS navigation receiver is not connected or is not functional, a manual latitude/longitude position and UTC time can be entered and used in the DSC distress transmitted message. Manual PositionIf no GPS data is available and the MMSI number has been programmed, the “NO GPS” icon does not appear, and POS DATA REQ is displayed on the dot matrix display, followed by NO POS DATA. An alarm sounds for 5 seconds or until you acknowledge by pressing any key.D10142-1VHF OPS FREQ BAND CH NAME>SENSITIVITY78SENSITIVITY>DISTANT LOCAL78SENSITIVITY DISTANT>LOCAL78 78FISHING 26 04.2172N080 09.0933W AM11:57LOCD10146-1MAIN MENU>VHF OPS GPS SETUP SYS CONFIG09MAIN MENU VHF OPS>GPS SETUP SYS CONFIG09
48 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioThe alert repeats every four hours as long as no position information has been entered manually. If position data is entered manually but has not been updated during the previous 23.5 hours, all the position (lat/lon) fields are set to all 9’s, time field is set to all 8’s, and the display reverts to NO POS DATA.Note: The Manual Lat/Lon function is valid only when your radio is not connected to a GPS.To manually set the GPS position and time settings:1. Under the GPS SETUP menu, point the arrow to MANUAL POS.2. Press in CH/OK to accept. The Manual Position screen appears.The first char-acter space in the latitude field is highlighted with a flashing underline.A more detailed description of manual character entry can be found in “Add-ing a new Entry“ on page 64.3. Using the CH/OK knob, scroll through available characters.4. When the desired character appears, press CH/OK to accept it. The next char-acter to be filled in sequence is underlined (_).• Continue this process until all latitude data has been selected. • When the direction character is flashing, rotate the CH/OK knob to toggle between N and S, if necessary. • When complete, the first character in the longitude field is underlined and flashing.5. Using the CH/OK knob, scroll through available characters.6. When the desired character appears, press CH/OK to accept it. The next char-acter to be filled in sequence is underlined (_).• Continue this process until all longitude data has been selected. • When the direction character is flashing, rotate the CH/OK knob to toggle between E and W, if necessary. • When complete, the first character in the time field is underlined and flashing.7. Using the CH/OK knob, scroll through available characters.8. When the desired character appears, press CH/OK to accept it. The next char-acter to be filled in sequence is underlined (_).• Continue this process until all time data been selected. • Complete the manual entry operation by pressing and holding CH/OK,which saves the data you have entered.• When time data is entered manually, the MAN indicator appears in front of the time, which is displayed in UTC.• When complete, the radio displays the manual lat/lon and time data.
Chapter 4: Menu Settings 49 SettingsYou can also set how some time and position information is displayed on the screen. Make your selection from the options on the list. GPS SETUP>MANUAL POS SETTING [BACK]09MANUAL POS _-- --.----N --- --.----W --:--UTC09MANUAL POS 2- --.----N --- --.----W --:--UTC09MANUAL POS 26 04.2100N -- --.----W --:--UTC09MANUAL POS 26 04.2100N 0-- --.----W --:--UTC09 09MANUAL POS 26 04.2100N080 09.0900W _-:--UTCMANUAL POS 26 04.2100N 080 09.0900W 1-:--UTC09D10147-109CALLING 26 04.2100N080 09.0900W MAN10:00UTCD10148-1GPS SETUP MANUAL POS>SETTING [BACK]09 09SETTING>L/L DISPLAY TIME DISPLY TIME OFFSET
50 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioLatitude/Longitude DisplayThe L/L DISPLAY setting indicates whether Latitude and Longitude position data are displayed on the screen in standby mode.Time DisplayThe TIME DISPLY setting indicates whether time information is displayed on the screen in standby mode. When manual time is used, it is always displayed as UTC time, even if you have entered an offset.Note: If TIME DISPLAY is set ON, COG/SOG is automatically set to OFF. Because they occupy the same line on the LCD, only one of these two settings can be displayed at a time.Time OffsetThe TIME OFFSET setting indicates the amount of time to add or subtract from UTC time to equal your local time. Rotate the CH/OK knob to select a value from between +13 to –13 hours of UTC and then press ACCEPT to confirm. After setting up Time Offset, “LOC” is displayed to the right of the Time field to indicate local time.Time FormatThe TIME FORMAT setting indicates whether the time is displayed in 12 hour or 24 hour format.COG/SOG DisplayThis setting determines whether Course Over Ground and Speed Over Ground (COG/SOG) data from the GPS is displayed on the bottom line of the dot matrix display instead of the time of day. The menu setting “Bearing Mode“ on page 53 determines whether the True or Magnetic heading is displayed for COG. The Speed Unit setting determines whether knots, MPH or KPH is used for SOG.
Chapter 4: Menu Settings 51 Note:If COG/SOG is set ON, TIME DISPLAY is automatically set to OFF. Because they occupy the same line on the LCD, only one of these two settings can be displayed at a time.NMEA OutWhen Distress Call and Position (lat/lon) information is received from other stations, your Ray49 has the capability of forwarding this data to your display unit over the NMEA port so that it can be displayed on the screen. You can specify whether this option is ON or OFF.4.4 System Configuration Use these menu items for selecting general system-wide settings. Backlight AdjustmentThis setting adjusts the backlight brightness for the LCD, microphone keypad and transceiver keypad. Choose from 10 brightness settings or OFF.Rotate the CH/OK knob or use the microphone up/down arrow keys to select the desired backlight level. The number of blocks illuminated in the bar indicates the level, one through ten. For HI all 10 are illuminated; for OFF none are illuminated. D10149-171SETTING TIME FORMAT>COG/SOG [BACK]71COG/SOG>ON OFF[BACK]71PLEASURE 26 04.2172N080 09.0933W111'T 12.4KTD10150-1MAIN MENU>VHF OPS GPS SETUP SYS CONFIG09MAIN MENU VHF OPS GPS SETUP>SYS CONFIG09
52 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioPress the transceiver CH/OK knob or microphone HI/LO key to accept. Contrast AdjustmentThis setting adjusts the levels of LCD contrast. Choose from 10 settings. Rotate the CH/OK knob to select the desired contrast level. The number of blocks illuminated in the bar indicate the level. A larger number of blocks indicate a darker LCD. For HI, all 10 blocks are illuminated; for LO none are illuminated. D10151-1SYSTM CONFIG>BACKLIGHT CONTRAST KEY BEEP69BACKLIGHTOFF HIPRESS [OK]69BACKLIGHTOFF HIPRESS [OK]69SYSTM CONFIG>BACKLIGHT CONTRAST KEY BEEP69D10152-1CONTRASTLO HIPRESS [OK]71SYSTM CONFIG BACKLIGHT>CONTRAST KEY BEEP71CONTRASTLO HIPRESS [OK]71SYSTM CONFIG BACKLIGHT>CONTRAST KEY BEEP71
Chapter 4: Menu Settings 53Key BeepThis setting is used to set the volume of the beep that sounds when a key is pressed. Select LOUD, QUIET or OFF. Bearing ModeThis setting is used to determine how heading data are displayed when COG/SOG is displayed (see page 50). Select MAGNETIC or TRUE. If you select MAGNETIC, an “M” appears. If TRUE is selected, a “T” appears. D10153-1SYSTM CONFIG BACKLIGHT CONTRAST>KEY BEEP09KEY BEEP>LOUD QUIET OFF0909KEY BEEP LOUD>QUIET OFFSYSTM CONFIG BACKLIGHT CONTRAST>KEY BEEP09D10154-1SYSTM CONFIG CONTRAST KEY BEEP>BEARING MOD16BEARING MODE>TRUE MAGNETIC [BACK]1616BEARING MODE TRUE>MAGNETIC [BACK]16DISTRESS 26 04.2172N080 09.0933W111 M 12.4KT
54 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioSpeed UnitThis parameter sets the unit for Speed that is used to display all data, including information received from other instruments on the system. The speed unit appears on the LCD when COG/SOG is displayed (see page 50). System TestThis menu item displays status of three separate conditions:Item Status MeaningGPS OK Valid NMEA signal receivedNO NMEA signal not receivedBATTERY OK Battery voltage within nominal limits (10.5–15.8 VDC)NO Battery is below 10.5 VDC or above 15.8VDCDSC OK DSC processor is operating properly.NO DSC processor is not operating properly.D10155-1SYSTM CONFIG KEY BEEP BEARING MOD>SPEED UNIT16SPEED UNIT>KNOTS MPH KPH1616SPEED UNIT KNOTS>MPH KPH16DISTRESS 26 04.2172N080 09.0933W111 M 12.4MPH
Chapter 4: Menu Settings 55 Version NumberThis menu item displays the hardware and software versions of your radio. ResetUse this menu item to return your radio to the default factory settings. The following items are reset. All other settings are unaffected. D10156-1SYSTM CONFIG BEARING MOD SPEED UNIT>SYSTEM TEST16SYSTEM TESTGPS: OKBATTERY: OKDSC: OK16D10157-1SYSTM CONFIG SPEED UNIT SYSTEM TEST>VERSION09VERSIONSOFT: 2.19HARD: _.__PRESS [OK]09D10158-168SYSTM CONFIG SYSTEM TEST VERSION>RESETSYSTM CONFIG SYSTEM TEST VERSION>RESET68SYSTEM RESET>YES NO [BACK]68
56 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioVHF OPS•HI/LO POWERSet to HI.•SAVE CHThe Saved Channel list is cleared.•SENSITIVITYSet to DISTANT.GPS SETUP •SETTINGL/L DISPLAY is set ON.TIME DISPLY is set ON.TIME OFFSET is set to 0.TIME FORMAT is set to 12 HR.COG/SOG is set OFF.SYSTEM CONFIG•KEY BEEPSet to QUIET.•BEARING MODESet to MAGNETIC.•SPEED UNITSet to KNOTS.DSC MENU•RECV’D CALLSAll logs are cleared.•DSC SETUPAUTO CH CHG is set AUTO.

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