Thrane and Thrane A S RT5020 VHF Marine Radiotelephone User Manual B5022GB 1 pmd

Thrane & Thrane A/S VHF Marine Radiotelephone B5022GB 1 pmd

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SAILOR RT5022 VHF DSCSAILOR RT5020 VHF DSC DuplexOPERATION MANUAL
IntroductionCongratulations on your new SAILOR RT5022/RT5020 VHF.SAILOR marine equipment is specially designed for the extremely rugged conditions onboard a ship, based on more than 50 years of experience with all kinds of vessels, fromsmall pleasure crafts, over fishing vessels working under all climatic conditions, to thebiggest ships.SAILOR ® is one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of maritime radio communicationequipment - a position which has been maintained by means of constant and extensiveproduct development. We have a worldwide network of distributors with general agencies inmore than 80 countries. All our distributors are specially trained to service all your SAILOR ®products.About this manualThis manual is for the daily user of the system. Additionally, it includes a section on theinstallation procedures, and - on page iii - standard distress procedures. We highly recom-mend you to read the manual before you start using the equipment.Notice: There may be some minor differences in the graphic layout of the product in themanual compared to the actual physical unit.Abbreviations used in this manualADDR AddressBI Channel mode when sailing on European riversBQ DSC Call Acknowledgement ReplyCU Control UnitDSC Digital Selective CallingDW Dual WatchEOS DSC End Of SequenceGMDSS Global Maritime Distress and Safety SystemMMSI Maritime Mobile Service IdentificationPTT “Push To Talk” buttonRQ DSC Call Acknowledgement RequestRX Receive/rSQ SquelchTX Transmit/terUTC Coordinated Universal TimePlease noteAny responsibility or liability for loss or damage in connection with the use of this product andthe accompanying documentation is disclaimed. The information in this manual is providedfor information purposes only, is subject to change without notice, may contain errors orinaccuracies, and represents no commitment whatsoever. This agreement is governed bythe laws of Denmark.Doc. No.: B5022GB0 Issue: F/0549ii
iii0549Training InformationThe Thrane & Thrane RT5022/RT5020 VHF radio is designed for “occupational use only”and is also classified as such.It must only be used in the course of employment by individuals aware of both the hazardsas well as the way to minimize those hazards.The radio is thus NOT intended for use in an uncontrolled environment by general public.The RT5022/RT5020 has been tested and complies with the FCC RF exposure limits for“Occupational Use Only”. The radio also complies with the following guidelines andstandards regarding RF energy and electromagnetic energy levels including therecommended levels for human exposure:•FCC OET Bulletin 65 Supplement C, evaluating compliance with FCC guidelines forhuman exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic fields•American National Standards Institute (C95.1) IEEE standard for safety levels withrespect to human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz•American National Standards Institute (C95.3) IEEE recommended practice for themeasurement of potentially hazardous electromagnetic fields – RF and microwavesBelow the RF exposure hazards and instructions in safe operation of the radio within theFCC RF exposure limits established for it are described.Warning:Your Thrane & Thrane radio set generates electromagnetic RF (radio frequency) energywhen it is transmitting. To ensure that you and those around you are not exposed toexcessive amounts of that energy (beyond FCC allowable limits for occupational use) andthus to avoid health hazards from excessive exposure to RF energy, FCC OET bulletin 65establishes an Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) radius of 3” (0.9m) for the maximumpower of your radio (25W selected) with an half wave omni-directional antenna having amaximum gain of 3 dB (5.2dBi). This means all persons must be at least 3” (0.9m) away fromthe antenna when the radio is transmitting.Installation:1. An omni-directional antenna with a maximum power gain of 5.2 dBi must be mounted atleast 9.6” (2.9m) above the highest deck where people may be staying during radiotransmissions. The distance is to be measured vertically from the lowest point of theantenna. This provides the minimum separation distance which is in compliance with RFexposure requirements and is based on the MPE radius of 3” (0,9m) plus the 6.6” (2m)height of an adult.2. On vessels that cannot fulfil requirements in item 1, the antenna must be mounted sothat its lowest point is at least 3” (0.9m) vertically above the heads of people on deck andall persons must be outside the 3” (0.9m) MPE radius during radio transmission.•Always mount the antenna at least 3” (0.9m) from possible human access•Never touch the antenna when transmitting•Use only authorized T&T accessories3. If antenna has to be placed in public areas or near people with no awareness of the radiotransmission, the antenna must be placed at a distance not less than 6” (1.8m) frompossible human access.Failure to observe any of these warnings may cause you or other people to exceed FCC RFexposure limits or create other dangerous conditions.
Quick DSC distress call(only for emergency use)1. If necessary, switch on by pressing the ON/OFF button 2. Lift up the lid covering the orange key and press for 5 seconds.3. The Alarm indicator light will flash and will be accompanied by a sound. Distressmessage is sent at the continuous tone.4. Unless stopped manually, by pressing the key or switching the unit off, thedistress call is automatically repeated every 3½-4½ minutes until distress acknowledg-ment is received.Wait for distress acknowledgement and start mayday procedure. If an alarm panel isconnected the VHF DISTRESS button on this unit will have the same functionality. All furtherhandling should continue in front of your main VHF DSC.NOTE: If needed the default language (English) is obtained by pressing the following keys: Mayday procedureWhen DSC distress acknowledgement is received after you have pressed DISTRESS, or ifyou otherwise need to commence distress traffic via radiotelephony on the distress trafficfrequency channel 16, follow this procedure:• “MAYDAY”,• “this is”,• the 9-digit identity and the call sign or other identification of the ship,• the ship’s position in latitude and longitude or other reference to a known geographical location,• the nature of distress and assistance wanted,• any other information which might facilitate the rescue.Upon reception of a DSC distress alert from another ship in distress, you should acknowl-edge the receipt by radiotelephony on the distress traffic frequency channel 16, by doing thefollowing:• “MAYDAY”,• the 9-digit identity of the ship in distress, repeated 3 times,“this is”,• the 9-digit identity or the call sign or other identification of own ship, repeated 3times,• “RECEIVED MAYDAY”.0549iv
0544Your VHF at a glance(RT5020/RT5022)1. Loudspeaker2. Volume level indicator3. Squelch level indicator4. Indicator lamps. Condition when lit:1W: 1 watt transmission mode.Alarm: Alarm call received.Call: DSC call for you received.DW: Dual watch mode5. Telephone display6. Indicators. Condition when lit:Tx: TransmittingInt: International channel systemactivated(Is used when sailing on any sea in theworld except in US waters)US: US channel system activated(Is used when sailing in US Waters)BI: BI channel system activated(Is used when sailing on the rivers ofEurope)1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1011 12 13 14 15 16IntUSBITxCallDW1WVolSQAlarm0191 - 057. Dimming button8. Menu button9. Mute alerts10. Keyboard.11. DISTRESS button (Lid with spring.Normal push button underneath)12. Information/Message display13. Squelch control. Adjust to silent when nostation is received14. ON/OFF / VOLUME control15. Replay button16. Quick-selection key for channel 16. v0544
10544ContentsIntroduction .............................................................................................................................. iiAbout this manual ................................................................................................................ iiAbbreviations used in this manual ...................................................................................... ii Training Information ............................................................................................................... iiiQuick DSC distress call.......................................................................................................... ivMayday procedure................................................................................................................... ivYour VHF at a glance (RT5020/RT5022) ................................................................................. v1 Radio communication in brief .......................................................................................... 31.1 Powering VHF ............................................................................................................. 31.2 Operating VHF radio communication ......................................................................... 31.3 Receiving a call on Channel 16 .................................................................................. 31.4 Making a radiotelephone call ...................................................................................... 41.5 Speaker volume .......................................................................................................... 41.6 Earpiece volume ......................................................................................................... 41.7 Squelch ....................................................................................................................... 41.8 Channel selection ....................................................................................................... 51.9 Dual watch .................................................................................................................. 51.10 Replay ......................................................................................................................... 51.11 Dimming ...................................................................................................................... 61.12 Contrast ....................................................................................................................... 62 Basic DSC operations ....................................................................................................... 72.1 Menu operation ........................................................................................................... 72.2 Receiving a DSC call .................................................................................................. 72.3 Transmitting DSC Calls .............................................................................................. 82.4 Call a ship station ....................................................................................................... 82.5 Call a shore station ..................................................................................................... 82.6 Direct call to a PSTN via a coast station.................................................................... 82.7 Call a group of ships ................................................................................................... 92.8 Create emergency calls .............................................................................................. 92.9 DSC call log ................................................................................................................ 92.10 Entering your position into the system ....................................................................... 93 Your VHF in detail ............................................................................................................ 113.1 Abnormal power-down .............................................................................................. 113.2 Settings .....................................................................................................................113.3 Automatic squelch programming .............................................................................. 113.4 Setting channel mode ............................................................................................... 113.5 Private channels ....................................................................................................... 123.6 Duplex channels ....................................................................................................... 123.7 ATIS (inland waterways only) ................................................................................... 133.8 Transmitter power ..................................................................................................... 133.9 Channel scanning ..................................................................................................... 133.10 Creating scan tables ................................................................................................. 14
205444 DSC operations in detail ................................................................................................. 154.1 MMSI Number ........................................................................................................... 154.2 Group MMSI number ................................................................................................ 164.3 Differentiating incoming calls by ringing tones ........................................................ 164.4 Working channel ....................................................................................................... 174.5 Contact list ................................................................................................................ 174.6 Settings for DSC ....................................................................................................... 194.7 Implicit behaviour for operations with DSC .............................................................. 204.8 Radio configuration and settings .............................................................................. 225 Errors and warnings ........................................................................................................ 245.1 System event logging ............................................................................................... 245.2 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................ 246 Menu tree .......................................................................................................................... 287 Optional functional devices ........................................................................................... 307.1 Semi-functional control unit ...................................................................................... 307.2 Alarm panel ............................................................................................................... 348 Maritime Channels ........................................................................................................... 358.2 US channels .............................................................................................................. 368.3 BI channels ............................................................................................................... 378.4 CA channels .............................................................................................................. 389 Installation ........................................................................................................................ 399.1 Mounting possibilities ............................................................................................... 399.2 Interface connections ............................................................................................... 469.3 Power supply ............................................................................................................ 529.4 Antenna installation and precautions ....................................................................... 5310 Technical specifications ................................................................................................. 5510.1 General information .................................................................................................. 5510.2 General DSC facilities .............................................................................................. 5510.3 Specific data for transceiver unit RT5022 ................................................................ 5510.4 Specific data for transceiver unit RT5020 ................................................................ 56
3Basic1 Radio communication in brief1.1 Powering VHFThe VHF is turned on by a single press on the ON/OFF/Volume button. The VHFis turned off by pressing the ON/OFF/Volume button for 3 seconds.Always indicated by a count down window in the information display, except if theradio is powered down in distress mode.Any connected devices (Alarm Panel, Handset, CUs) will be operational only ifthe VHF is powered.1.2 Operating VHF radio communicationThe VHF is operated by means of a handset.To bring the VHF in transmission mode the handset must be hooked off and the PTT buttonon the handset has to be pressed. Transmission is indicated by the lighted TX indicator.Receive mode is always reached by releasing the PTT button.PTTPTTPress PTTRelease PTThooked offhooked onHandsetHandsetTransmit and receive is performed on the working channel shown in the telephone display.If the handset is used with an RT5020 duplex radio, received signal can always be monitoredin the handset earpiece. With the RT5022 simplex/semi-duplex radio the received voicesignal can only be monitored in the earpiece while PTT is released.1.3 Receiving a call on Channel 16When you hear your call name in the loudspeaker:1. Lift the handset.2. Press the PTT key.3. Repeat the name of the station calling you and say “This is [your ship’s name].”4. Suggest a channel other than 16 by saying “Channel [suggested number]”.5. Say “Over” and release the PTT keyto allow your caller to confirm the suggested new channel.0544
4Basic05446. Switch to the new channel – for example, channel 71– and begin your conversation. Press PTT only when you are talking. If you are on asimplex channel (in other words, a channel that can carry only one transmission at atime), always say “Over” just before releasing. With duplex channels (ship-shorecalls), the conversation can be two-way as with a normal land telephone calls.1.4 Making a radiotelephone callA radiotelephone call is preferably to be commenced using DSC. Alternatively the followingpublic calling procedure shall be used:1. Select channel 16 (by pressing ) or other agreed channel.2. Lift the handset.3. Press the PTT key and make your call.First, say the name of the stationyou are calling three times.Then say “This is [your ship’s name”], again three times.Finally, say “Over”.4. Release the PTT key to listen.5. When answered, agree upon a channel,switch to that channel – for example, channel 6 – and begin your conversation. PressPTT only when you are talking. If on a simplex channel (in other words, a channelthat can carry only one transmission at a time), always say “Over” just beforereleasing.1.5 Speaker volumeThe volume in the loudspeaker (internal and optional external) is adjusted by turning theVOLUME control. The volume level is visualized in the telephone display. The volume can beadjusted to a mute mode by turning the volume control left (down). If the volume is adjustedto the mute level the VOL LED will flash.1.6 Earpiece volumeThe volume level of the default handset earpiece is adjusted by selecting the HandsetVolume menu (4.3.1).The and buttons are used to adjust the level. The level is indicated in theinformation/message display.1.7 SquelchThe squelch level is adjusted by using the squelch control. The actual squelchlevel is visualized in the telephone display.
5Basic1.8 Channel selectionThe system is defaulting to channel 16 after a normal power-on.Channels can be selected using the(increasing to next valid VHF channel) or(decreasing channel). Channels can also be entered using the numeric keypad.The active working channel is always shown in the upper display.1.9 Dual watchDual watch is a mode where the priority channel (16) is scanned periodically fora signal while listening on a working channel.Dual watch is activated by pressing the DW button.The DW indicator is lit while DW is active. Dual watch is deactivated by:• Pressing DW – Continues to receive on the working channel.• Pressing PTT – Transmits always on working channel• Pressing ´16´.• Pressing Replay - Dual watch is terminated while the message is replayedand will then be re-invokedSelecting a new channel while in dual watch mode will continue dual watch on the newselected working channel, unless a signal is found on channel 16.1.10 ReplayReplay is a facility built into the product which always will allow the operator to repeat thelatest 90 seconds of received voice data to be replayed in the acoustic devices.Received voice data is defined when the squelch is open. This means that 90 seconds ofactual traffic could be accumulated over several hours/days.If the 90 seconds storage limit is reached the oldest data is simply overridden with thenewest received traffic data (FIFO principle).Activating replayThe front panel has a dedicated replay button.A push on the replay button will bring up a (replay) window in theinformation/message display. Holding down replay will drive acounter to be updated in the display where it is determined how manyseconds of recorded data is wanted for replay - the last XX secondsof recorded data.If pressing the replay button in normal receive mode this will still allow the unit to receiveaudio in the speaker system.0544
6BasicWhen releasing the replay button the replay function will take over the audio system andstart to replay the last XX seconds of data received on any channel. The time when the trafficwas received and the channel on which it was received is displayed during replay.Volume control can be used on the replay data to adjust sound pressure in audio devices.During replay “— —” is shown in the channel display, to indicate that listening on the livereceive signal is disabled in this situation (as well as recording is disabled). If a signal isreceived on the working channel while replay is activated, this is indicated in the lower leftcorner of the replay window.Replay is interrupted when:• Pressing , or • Pressing PTT• Receiving any message in the information/message displayRecorded voice data will not survive power-down of any kind.1.11 DimmingTo adjust the light intensity the dim button is pressed.While the dim button is pressed the intensity is changing. Releasing the dimbutton will maintain the current light intensity.A renewed pressing of the dim button will change the direction of the light intensity change.If the VHF is dimmed to zero, any key press will wake up the light to a minimum visible atnight. Active text in the information/message display might prevent dimming to zero.It is possible to reduce illumination to zero. If you press a key in this state the light willilluminate to the lowest illuminated state for 5 seconds, where after it will return to the zeroillumination state. If a message is shown on the screen while dimming is set to zero, theillumination is adjusted to the lowest nonzero value.1.12 ContrastContrast of the information/message display (and thereby optimizing the vertical viewingangle) can be adjusted initially by entering the Display Contrast menu. Use the arrows toadjust contrast. The contrast will be set simultaneously during adjustment.0544
7Basic05442 Basic DSC operationsWhen switched on, your VHF automatically monitors channel 70 for incoming DSC calls.2.1 Menu operationTo operate DSC functionality the menu system is used. The main menu can be activated bypressing . From the main menu all parts of the menu tree can be reached (seechapter: Menu tree).All menus have a unique hierarchical number. The main menu is the only menu which doesnot have a number. The number is (to a certain level) displayed in the upper right corner ofthe screen. If more than 6 items are available in the menu, arrows will indicate if remainingitems are to found above ( ) current items or below ( ) current displayed menuitems.The active menu item is highlighted. A press on or will move the focus.A press on will select the item which is currently in focus.A press on any of the numeric keys (1 to 9) in a menu will quickly select the menu itemhaving the corresponding number.A press on will return to the previous menu window (normally one level up). If is pressed in the main menu, the menu will be turned off.Selecting the menus for transmitting DSC calls will lead to a sequence of windows (flows).The flow sequences are controlled by the (accept and proceed to next window) or (cancel and return to the previous window) buttons.Following a menu hierarchy or a window flow might include a guidance text (e.g. “OK/next”). Certain windows and lists do not show any guidance texts. These windows canalways be left by (jumping to main menu) or (returning to the previouswindow).2.2 Receiving a DSC callAn incoming call will always be recognized by activity on the CALL indicator – and if moresevere (Distress and Urgency calls), also the ALARM indicator. When receiving a DSC callthe message will be displayed immediately in the information/message display, if notobstructed by any other operations taking place. Received DSC calls will always be accom-panied by a sound alarm.
8BasicWhen you receive a call you can read in the display whether the call is addressed to AllShips, ships in a specific geographic area, a group of ships or to your ship (identified by yourMMSI number) as an individual call.If you are busy you can choose to handle the call a little later (e.g. by pressing ),which will stop the alarm sound.When you are ready to accept the call, lift the handset or press . Your choiceshandling the particular call will now appear. Follow the instructions.If an individual call is received it will not be acknowledged before you accept the call.2.3 Transmitting DSC CallsAll DSC calls are initiated from the DSC Call Menu (1).CallDW1WVolSQAlarmIntUSBITxDSC Call12 PSTN Call5 DSC Logs3 Group Call4 Emergency1 Station CallWhen entering a menu item, you will be guided throughthe call construction. For every call generated you willhave the possibility of verifying the call before youtransmit it.2.4 Call a ship stationTo call a ship station and suggest a working channel, enter the Station Call menu (1.1) andfollow the instructions. Have the ships MMSI number ready if it is not available via thecontact list.Please also refer to Section 4.1.2 for using extended sub-addressing.2.5 Call a shore stationTo call a shore station, enter the Station Call menu (1.1) and follow the instructions. Have theshore MMSI number (00*) ready if it is not available via the contact list.2.6 Direct call to a PSTN via a coast stationThis kind of calls requires automatic/semi-automatic support from the coast station, and isavailable only within some countries. If the service is not available, you will need to make asimple shore station call and request the connection via radiotelephony.To make a direct phone call to a PSTN or a mobile phone, enter the direct phone call menu(1.2) (PSTN Call) and follow the instructions. Have MMSI number (00*) for a reachable shorestation ready if it is not available via the contact list, as well as the public phone number youwould like to request.2.7 Call a group of shipsTo call a group of ships enter the Group Call menu (1.3) and follow the instructions. Havethe group MMSI number (0*) ready if it is not available via the contact list.0544
9Basic2.8 Create emergency callsIn the category of emergency calls (1.4) you will find thefollowing menu:Emergency1.42 Compose Urgency5 Compose Distress Ack3 Compose Safety4 Compose Relays1 Compose DistressTransmitting any of these calls should be done withcaution. Please make yourself familiar to the commonprocedures for using these calls.Selecting any of the call types will lead to a call establishing flow with maximum flexibility.You should make yourself familiar with the flow sequences, but be sure you do not actuallysend the message by mistake. In other words, never press the transmit verifica-tion window if you do not actually intend to send an emergency call.Designated distress calls are composed entering the menu (1.4.1). From this list the Natureof Distress is selected. A fast method to reach this selection list is a short press on .The call completion is then continued from here. If no nature of distress is selected, but is pressed for 5 seconds, an undesignated distress is sent.Distress calls are always transmitted by pressing the button for 5 seconds. After youhave transmitted a distress call the VHF is in distress mode (distress call is re-transmittedonce each 3½-4½ minutes). The distress mode can be exited only by reception of theappropriate distress acknowledgement call or if you press for 5 seconds, or if youpower off the VHF. The VHF will start up in distress mode after a power failure.2.9 DSC call logReceived and transmitted DSC messages can be foundwith details in the DSC Logs (1.5). A special log containsdistress related calls. The call log system will store the last (20) calls sorted by date and time.DSC Logs1.52 DSC Receive Log3 DSC Transmit1 DSC Distress LogEach of the logs and each of the calls within the logshave their own possible actions upon selection(e.g. printing).2.10 Entering your position into the systemShip’s position and the time for this position are essential to the success of a possible rescueoperation. This information is automatically added to a DSC distress call sent from your VHF.Therefore it is important always to keep this information updated.Normally a GPS is connected to the VHF. In case of correct installation this will assurecorrect updating of position and time.If your VHF is not connected to an external GPS system, or a malfunction of the GPSconnection is detected by the VHF, the VHF will automatically prompt you to update yourposition manually 1 minute after power-up and then every 4 hours. The position and time canalways be entered on your initiative via the Set Position & Time selection in the Settingsmenu (4.1.1).0544
10Detail05443 Your VHF in detail3.1 Abnormal power-downIf for any reason the main power disappears for a period less than 10 minutes, the VHF willbe able to turn itself on when power is resumed (without pressing ON/OFF).If the VHF was abnormally powered down for less than 1 minute, the VHF will start up withthe same settings as before the power failure took place (communication channel, volume,squelch settings, etc.).If the abnormal power down lasted more than 1 minute the VHF might start up with thesettings as they were last time the VHF was turned off normally.3.2 SettingsAll volume settings are stored as default during the power off sequence.3.3 Automatic squelch programmingIt is possible to attach a squelch level with each channel if particular noisy channels requirecontinuous special squelch setting. If a channel is selected squelch level is inherited fromeither the global setting or a stored squelch level for that particular channel (default is that allchannels are using the global squelch level).Storing squelch level on a channel is done while listening on that particular channel:• Push the button.• The squelch level is now automatically adjusted to suppress the noise on thechannel. While adjusting, noise is heard. The squelch level indicator follows adjust-ment, and finally display the required level. The squelch level is memorized on thechannel, indicated by flashing the SQ LED (flashing 3 seconds).If a channel with a programmed squelch level is selected and the SQUELCH button is turnedthe programmed squelch level for that channel is removed (global level).During Dual Watch or Scanning only the global squelsh level is used (as indicated by thesquelch level indicator). Channel 16 squelch level is not programmable.All programmed channel squelch levels are stored during power down and restored duringpower-up sequence.0544
11Detail05443.4 Setting channel modeThe VHF is delivered from factory with both Int. & US channels enabled for selection fromthe operation menu.Provision of other country regions (channel tables) for selection requires the intervention byan authorized Sailor representative in order to enable such.The operator selection of preferred country region (channel table) is done from menu 4.4.1(channel mode) and the selected country region is indicated in the front panel display (note:this does not apply to the CA channel table and any custom defined channel tables).The selected country region is stored during power down sequence.Using the country region BI (Inland waterways) Dual Watch (DW) and scanning mode are notavailable.3.5 Private channelsPrivate channels can be defined by using the service interface only (distributor/dealer).Enabled private channels become valid for selection on the front panel. Using the / will simply make the private channel number appear above the highest numericchannel number. 30 (3x10) private channels are available for each enabled channel mode.Note: In US mode private channels P0-9 will be pre-programmed with the 10 weatherchannels. In CA mode, P0-2 is pre-programmed with the 3 regional weather channels.Private channels can be selected using the numeric key pad:• Private channels: Long press on followed by a digit (0-9)• Leisure channels: Long press on followed by a digit (0-9)• Fisher channels: Long press on followed by a digit (0-9)Continued activation of the keys ´3´, ´5´ or ´7´ will cause the letters F-, L- or P- respectivelyto be displayed.3.6 Duplex channelsIf duplex channels are selected on an RT5022 simplex/semi-duplex radio (see chapter:Maritime channels) the VHF will operate in semi-duplex mode meaning that the VHF isoperated in simplex mode, but uses two different frequencies to receive and transmit.If a duplex channel is selected on an RT5020 duplex radio full duplex is supported on thesechannels, meaning that both receiver and transmitter is active simultaneously.0544
12Detail05443.7 ATIS (inland waterways only)ATIS is mandatory to use in inland waterways on e.g. the Rhine. ATIS is a digital datastream containing ships call sign coded into a DSC-like message, sent over the voicechannel each time the PTT button is released. If PTT is continuously pressed ATIS isautomatically sent each 5 minutes.ATIS is enabled automatically when BI is selected in menu (4.4.1).For purpose of operator comfort the received ATIS signal on the active voice channel will bemuted.The ATIS call sign is programmable from the service interface or from menu 4.4.3. once.The format of the programmed ATIS code is entered according to the following call signprefix conversion table:Character Phonetic Value Character Phonetic ValueAAlpha 1 N November 14B Bravo 2 O Oskar 15C Charlie 3 P Papa16D Delta 4 Q Quebec 17E Echo 5 R Romeo 18F Foxtrot 6 S Sierra 19G Golf 7 T Tango20H Hotel 8 U Uniform 21I India 9 V Victor 22J Juliett 10 W Whiskey23K Kilo 11 X X-ray24L Lima 12 Y Yankee 25MMike13 Z Zulu26I.e. a Dutch (MID-number 244) ship with call sign SP1234, should be programmed with thefollowing number:244P1234with the digit 2 entered as the first digit, and the digit 4 as the last digit.3.8 Transmitter powerTransmitter output power can always be chosen while the radio is active. Pressing the 1Wbutton will toggle the transmitter power between low power (below 1W) and high power(below 25W). The 1W indicator is lit when low power is selected. As a default any channelshift will cause the transmitter power to be adjusted to the maximum power allowed on thatchannel.0544
13Detail05443.9 Channel scanningScanning is an extension to the dual watch functionality, by which it is possible to watchmultiple channels. It is possible to scan:• All channels in a sequence• A number of selected channels in a sequence organized into individual 3 scan tables- Scan table A, B and C.The scan type can be selected from the Scanning menu (3). The DW indicator is lit as well(because the priority channel 16 by default is included in any scan table).During the scan “SC” is shown in the upper display.If an active signal is found on a channel different from channel 16 the radio remains on thatchannel for 4 seconds (but still respecting dual watch requirements), where after scanning isresumed. The telephone display is displaying the active channel.If an active signal is found on channel 16, the VHF is locked on channel 16 until the signaldisappears, where after scanning is resumed. The telephone display is displaying the activechannel (16).While the active scanning window is visible, scanning can be terminated by:• Lifting the handset off the hook• Pressing ´16´ - Channel 16 is used as working channel• Pressing DISTRESS – Initiates DSC distress• Pressing – Working channel is used as before scanning was entered(regardless of carrier state).• Pressing Replay - Message is replayed• Pressing any numeric key - Normal channel entryIf scanning is terminated while no active signal was found, the VHF will receive on theworking channel (as it was before scanning was initiated).If scanning is terminated (handset hook-off) while an active signal is received, the VHF willoperate on this channel after termination.3.10 Creating scan tablesThe scanning tables are user configurable. Creating or editing a scanning table by organizinga subset of channels (e.g. Table A) for scanning is done by selecting the Edit Scan Table Aentry (3.5.1).Private channels (non-numeric identifiers – P, F or L) can be part of a channel table. Thenumber of channels in a scan table is limited to 16.3 scan tables (A,B & C) can be defined for each enabled channel mode.Scanning tables are stored during the power-down sequence.0544
14Detail05444 DSC operations in detail4.1 MMSI NumberTo operate VHF with DSC the equipment needs to be configured with your vessel’s MMSInumber. If not configured before installation, the VHF will inform you to program the 9-digitMMSI number at start-up.The vessel’s MMSI number is programmable from the DSC menu (4.5). It can be pro-grammed only once from this menu after which changing of the programmed MMSI will bepossible only through the service interface.If the MMSI number has been programmed correctly, the number is displayed in the defaultidle display after start-up.4.1.1 Sub-Addressed MMSIThe VHF supports setting the 10th digit of the MMSI number to a non-zero value. This is tobe used for being able to individually address multiple VHF’s on board a single vessel (withthe same 9-digit MMSI).The 10th digit of the MMSI number can be programmed by the operator. After programmingthe vessel MMSI number the 10th digit will always be set to 0.Programming the 10th bit is done via the menu (4.5.6.1)If the unit is configured to a non-zero X10 value, it will only respond to received individualroutine calls matching all 10 digits in the MMSI number. Transmitted routine calls or acknowl-edgements to individual routine calls are using the self-ID with non-zero digit 10.If X10 is programmed to zero the unit reaction modes, if receiving an individual call with non-zero X10 in the address or self-ID, can be selected using the menu (4.5.6.2).Selecting 1 Acknowledge non-zero, the unit will receive the call. A call acknowledgementwill be returned to exactly the same address as received in the self-ID (default after program-ming the MMSI number).Selecting 2 Acknowledge zero, the unit will receive the call. A call acknowledgement will bereturned to address as received in the self-ID, but with X10 set to zero.Selecting 3 Reject call, will ignore the received call.4.1.2 Using extended sub-address in a calling sequenceEntering the station call menu (1.1) allows you to address an RT call request to another radiosupporting the extended address format. If the receiver MMSI is not a coast station (00*), it ispossible to enter either 9 or 10 digits in the Enter Receiver MMSI window. Entering 9 digitswill automatically set the 10th digit to zero for the receiver address.All other call flows than RT station call requests to a ship station are not supporting thisfeature.It is possible to create entries in the contact list with 9 or 10 digit MMSI numbers, unless theyare group station (0*) or coast station (00*) numbers.0544
15Detail05444.2 Group MMSI numberIf your radio is configured as member of a group(s) it will receive group calls to that group.The VHF can be configured to be part of (up to 10) groups. The group MMSI numbers canbe programmed from menu 4.5.2.The configured group numbers are shown as a list. You can add a group MMSI number byselecting the <empty> list entry and press . Enter a valid group MMSI and press.A group number can be changed by selecting the number , edit the number and pressOK. A group number can be removed from the list by selecting the number, press ,delete the number and press .4.3 Differentiating incoming calls by ringingtonesYour VHF rings in various ways according to the nature of the call, as shown in the followingdiagram:60 sec.1 sec.8 sec.3 sec.5 sec.3 1/2 - 4 1/2 min3 sec.3 1/2 - 4 1/2 min3 sec.3 1/2 - 4 1/2 min3 sec.DISTRESS&URGENCYTONE SIGNAL39717CALLSSAFETYTRANSMITDISTRESSPSTNROUTINE &Tx Tx Tx TxIf an individual call acknowledgement is received, an alarm tone is activated that is equal tothe alarm tone used for receiving a call request of the same type.Calls that are not received as distress calls or calls with category distress or urgency willalways engage the prescribed alarm sound. For any other DSC calls the call sound onreception can be enabled/disabled from a Setup menu (4.3.2).If you receive a call with an alarm sound, you will always be able to mute the alarm bypressing the button to be able to finish current radiotelephony call. This procedurewill not affect the actual call accept procedure.0544
16Detail05444.4 Working channelA working channel will always be suggested by the system if a ship station or group is calledfor a routine call. The working channel is suggested by using the following procedure:1. Select a random channel from the list of simplex channels2. Scan channel for traffic (open squelch)3. If the channel is free suggest the channel.4. If the channel is busy restart from 1.If no channels are found to be free within 1 second no channel is suggested.4.5 Contact listThe contact list or phone book can contain up to 200 entries.Each entry might contain:• Station-, group-, coast station- or public name• Station MMSI, group MMSI, coast MMSI and/or public phone numberThe contact list can be reached from theContacts menu (2).Contacts22 Show Contact3 Add Contact4 Edit Contact5 Delete Contact1 Call Contact4.5.1 Calling a contactIt is possible to initiate the following calls from the Call Contact menu item (2.1):• Individual station (ships or coast) routine radiotelephony calls• Group routine calls• Direct dial phone calls to a PSTN phoneEntering the Call Contact menu item will bring up a list of possible names to select. Thename list is sorted alphabetically. The alphanumeric keypad can be used for quick search onthe first letter in the contact name (using wheel mode). Selecting a contact will show data forthe contact in question. Example:Call ContactName:Peters OilMMSI: 003456789PSTN no: 0045 68098765When is pressed the appropriate call generatorwill be initialized, based on the data.If a PSTN number exists for the selected contact the PSTN call flow is initiated. Therefore itis important the corresponding MMSI number for that contact being a coast station number.If only an MMSI number is present for the contact, a ship station, group or coast station callis initiated:0544
17Detail05440544• If the MMSI number is a group number, the group call flow is entered from thewindow where a channel is selected.• If a ship station number MMSI is available, the station call flow is entered from thewindow where a channel is selected.• If the MMSI number is a coast station, the operator will be led to the transmitverification window for a station call.4.5.1.1 Using the Contact list from the Call SequencesAny call initiated from the DSC call menu that needs an MMSI number or PSTN number,might search and use that number from the Contact list. If “Search for Contact” is selectedfrom anywhere in a call flow the contact search list is entered. Selecting the contact with will return to the corresponding MMSI/PSTN entry window in the call flow with theselected number information pre-filled.4.5.2 Show contactVia the menu item 2.2. it is possible to search for a contact’s information without changing orinitiate anything.4.5.3 Adding a new contactIf you want to add a new contact to your list, go into menu item 2.3. The following emptycontact window will appear:Add ContactName:MMSI:PSTN:Save contactThe focus bar is used to control what field the operatorwants to put information into.Example if is pressed:Add ContactName:Anders FiskerAfter having pressed the contact informationlooks as follows:Add ContactName: Anders FiskerPSTN:Save contactMMSI:Proceed with the necessary data entries.When finished move the focus bar to “Save contact”and press .As a minimum a contact name and a valid MMSI numbermust be entered. If a PSTN number is entered the MMSInumber for that contact must be a valid coast stationMMSI number (00*).
18Detail05440544See also Section 4.1.24.5.4 Editing the contact listAny contacts from the list can be edited using a similar principle as described above usingmenu item 2.4.4.5.5 Deleting a Contact EntryAny contact can be deleted from the contact list. If menu 2.5 is selected the contact can besearched for in the list. When found and selected with the contact will be removedfrom the contact list.4.6 Settings for DSCThe following sections describe the settings that can be applied to different call types.4.6.1 Special callsThe VHF is capable of supporting transmission of All Ships DSC urgency messages withsecond tele-commands:• Medical transports• Ships and AircraftsThese settings can be changed only from the service interface. Reception of these calls isalways possible.If the VHF is configured for using these calls it will work in the following way:• After powering up (normally) the VHF it will not be possible to use these call types(message: “Call type not enabled in VHF” if selected.)• Each of the call types can be enabled via the menu 4.5.3. (the filled square indicatesthe call type that is enabled).• After enabling the call property can be added in an All Ships Urgency call sequence.4.6.2 Automatic acknowledgementThe VHF can be set to automatic acknowledgement of the following calls:• Safety position requests - Default disabled after power-up• Safety test requests - Default enabled after power-up• Routine polling requests - Default enabled after power-upAfter power-up the behavior can be changed from menu 4.5.4.The automatic acknowledgement (if enabled) will take place without informing the operator.The calls are stored in the receive/transmit log. The operator might experience a shortinterruption in functionality while the automatic acknowledgement takes place (e.g. scanning,dual watch).
19Detail05444.6.3 Automatic channel shiftThe VHF can be set to automatically changing the working channel on receipt of thefollowing call types:• Individual radiotelephony acknowledgement with a valid channel information• Radiotelephony group calls with valid channel information• Radiotelephony all ship safety calls with valid channel informationThe set-up is done via menu 4.5.5. The setting will survive powering off the product.If enabled, a received call will start the (normally) periodic alarm only once. The channel willswitch immediately after and the window is closed.The automatic channel shift is overruled (turned to manual acknowledgement - requiringpress on OK or a hook-on to hook-off transition) if:• Any handset is hooked off• The received call cannot currently be presented on the information display (due topriority)Distress calls and all ship calls with category distress or urgency will alert continuously untilmanually handled from the front panel.4.7 Implicit behaviour for operations with DSCThis section describes assumptions and decisions made that are critical for correct function-ality, but might be hidden to the operator in the display.4.7.1 DSC transmissionAll DSC calls are transmitted on channel 70 with a transmitter power of 25W. Distress,urgency and non-test safety calls are always transmitted. Other calls are sent only if theradio is not already recognizing a DSC message on channel 70.4.7.2 Transmitting undesignated distressUndesignated distress (solely created using the DISTRESS button) does not show anymessage prior to the actual transmission. The following message will be sent:Format specifier: Distress (112)Self-Id: <Your MMSI number>Nature of distress: Undesignated (107)Distress coordinates: Automatically inserted if position is available (e.g. from GPS),otherwise unknown (9999999999)Time of position: Automatically inserted if time of position is available (e.g. from GPS),otherwise unknown (8888)Subsequent communication: 100EOS: 1270544
20Detail05444.7.3 Verification of a DSC call before transmissionThe final step in each DSC call sequence is the verification window, in which it is possible toverify the call you are about to transmit. The VHF will by default display only information thatyou could influence in the call setup. Example:Transmit Station CallMMSI: 001234567OK/send<Menu/backWhat is hidden to the user is that calls are formedaccording to the specifications ITU R.493-11.For the example call (an individual station call request)the following information is not shown to the user:•1st tele-command: F3E/G3E Simplex TP• EOS: Acknowledgement request (RQ = 117)For all radiotelephony calls transmitted to all ships or to a group of ships:• EOS: End Of Call (127)Transmitted acknowledgement calls are not shown in any verification window beforetransmission. The acknowledgement of any received individual call request will be accordingto ITU R.493-11. The manipulation of the received call will be:• Self-ID in the received call is used as address in the transmitted call• Address in the received call is used as self-ID in the transmitted call• EOS: Acknowledgement (BQ = 122)•1st tele-command might be changed to “Unable to Comply” (104) on operator’srequest, stating the selected reason.For all received or transmitted calls the full information can be retrieved from the DSC log.4.7.4 Receiving DSC calls with errorsDistress calls will have an importance that high that even if they are received with errors theywill, as far as possible, be received and displayed on the screen. If a call is received witherrors this will be indicated with a “receive error” (REC ERR) marking next to the heading ofthe call. In this case the full integrity of the data is not to be trusted, and the handlingpossibilities (e.g. relaying the call with direct use of the received data) are limited by theequipment.4.7.5 Priority of DSC versus VHFIf a situation occurs where there is a conflict between the VHF and the DSC functionality (forinstance voice transmission on a working channel – using PTT, simultaneously with trans-mission of a DSC call), the DSC transmission will be prioritized. As a consequence thefollowing VHF functions may need to be re-initiated if the DSC activity has occurred whilethese were active:• Replay• Scanning• Dual watch• PTTA normal received DSC call request will appear on the screen as soon it is recognized onchannel 70. This will not affect VHF radiotelephony before OK is pressed, unless automaticchannel shift has been configureded (See chapter: Automatic channel shift:)0544
21Detail05444.8 Radio configuration and settingsThis section describes the configuration and settings possible to control from the operatorfront panel and this is not described elsewhere in this manual.If your equipment needs configuration beyond these possibilities, you must call you dealerfor special support.4.8.1 Idle displayWhenever the radio is left in a state where the information/message display is not in use(pure radio communication mode), the information display will return to idle or stand-bymode. This will also be the case if the unit was left in a simple menu for 10 minutes.The required and preferred default idle display is the one where position and time stored forDSC operation are shown along with the ship’s identity (9-digit MMSI). This mode will alwaysappear after start-up. The user might change the default display to be blank (zero illuminationto minimize disturbance at night). To use this mode menu (4.6.3) select Idle Display .Pressing OK will toggle the blank display to be used.If the blank display is selected for idle display, and the radio goes into activity mode, the idlemode will just leave the screen blank. To display the position and identity information quicklyin this mode you can press the on/off button for a short time. This will show the informationscreen for 15 seconds before it turns off.4.8.2 Notations for date and timeOn the idle display and when the UTC radio time needs to be manually updated the notationfor time entry is:• yyyy/mm/dd hh:mmIn all logs (DSC logs and system logs)• dd/mm hh:mm (in overview list)• dd/mm-yy hh:mm:ss (in detail log descriptions)The above notations are in force regardless of conventions that might traditionally be used inlanguages other than English.4.8.3 LanguageThe RT5022/RT5020 is pre-programmed with a number of language packages. It is possibleto change the overall text in the information/text display to a language different from thedefault language (English), by selecting the appropriate language in the Language menu(4.6.4). Only the languages shown in this menu are supported. New languages can only bedistributed along with official software updates.The RT5022/RT5020 is approved with the default language. Therefore the following mode ofoperation is implemented:0544
22Detail0544• If the product is turned off and on normally using the button, thedefault language will always be selected, regardless of the language mode beforepower-off.• The following sequence will always put the unit back in default language mode(except when in distress state): Technical abbreviations, such as, the four points of the compass (N, S, E and W), DSCsymbol notations (Ack. RQ, Ack. BQ and EOS), etc. is attempted to be maintained as in thedefault language.4.8.4 Privacy talk modeIt is possible to configure the radio to be used for a certain level of privacy. Privacy mode isonly effective if the system is installed with CU5000 remote CU units.In privacy mode all received voice (speaker and earpiece) will be muted to the CU5000remote units when the handset is lifted on the transceiver (“OC” is displayed IN CU5000display).An incoming alarm sound will overrule privacy mode.Privacy mode is enabled/disabled via menu 4.3.3.0544
23Detail05445 Errors and warningsErrors and warnings are shown in the display accompanied by the sounds shown in thefigure below:1 sec.8 sec.WARNING& INFOTONE SIGNALERRORS39718If you receive an error or warning message you will always be able to shut off the alarm.Press to finish on-going radiotelephony. This procedure will not affect the actualread-out and accept procedure for errors and warnings.Errors and warning messages are shown in the information display. Examples of a warningcan be a reminder to enter position manually each 4 hours, or that the GPS signal suddentlyis missing.5.1 System event loggingErrors received as pop-up and information windows shall be logged in the event loggingsystem for later read out. The error logs are accessed from menu (5.1).From menu 5.2 at least the following statistics are available:• On time (<xxxx>d <yy>h <zz>m)• Number of power failures• Number of missing GPS situations• Number of Tx activations• Number of transmitted DSC callsThe information is read only on the front panel. Counters can be reset only from the serviceinterface5.2 TroubleshootingIf you doubt that your VHF system works properly, it is of great importance that you find thereason and assure that the equipment is properly serviced if any of the devices are failing.You should contact your authorized dealer for tecnical support of your equipment. But, beforeyou do that you can go through a list of actions to fix the problem by yourself and save time.0544
24Detail05445.2.1.1 Ship powerIn some installations ship power might occasionally disappear for a short time, e.g. ifswitching between land power or generator power. Your equipment will shut down immedi-ately when power is failing. If the power does not arrive within 10 minutes the radio cannot beexpected to start up automatically.5.2.1.2 FusesIf a press on the ON/OFF button does not turn on the radio, and ship power is present, a fusemight need replacement. The main fuse is located on the rear side of the radio. The shield isremoved and the fuse is simply replaced with a new one.Fuse 15A Auto5.2.2 Self-testSymptom: Radio operation is difficult.It is possible to make a self-test of the equipment user interface. Any entry means andreadouts can be verified in the self test. The test is executed from menu 6.If any of the following tests are failing you should contact your authorized dealer for service.5.2.2.1 Key testAll push buttons can be checked using the self-test in menu 6.1. Pressing or releasing anykey on the front panel will be echoed in the graphic display. Only exception is DISTRESSand ON/OFF - which will maintain their functionality. These buttons can be pressed periodi-cally for a short time to check that they are functional. Pressing twice will exit thetest.5.2.2.2 Display testThe information/message display is an LCD screen. A test of all pixels in the screen isexecuted in menu 6.2. Triangles are shown in the display.5.2.2.3 LED testYou can verify that all light indicators including the channel display can be lit. Running theLED test (6.3) will turn on all indicators for 2 seconds, where after these will return to theirprevious state.5.2.2.4 Alarm and Audio TestEntering this test item (6.4) will route the distress and urgency alarm sound to all speakerswhere this alarm is to be heard.0544
25Detail05445.2.3 GPSSympton: Position requested.If your radio is connected to a GPS and you receive a request in the display to enter positionand time, then it is possibly that the GPS unit is either turned off, broken or disconnected.The GPS is connected on the rear side of the radio, either directly to the option connector orvia connection box (see section Interface connections). Please refer to installation section ofthis manual for connection details.Until GPS signal has been restored you must update the position manually as requested byVHF.5.2.4 Accessory connectionSymptom: Some or all of the remote units do not workFirst turn your VHF off and on. Turn all remote units on, if possible. Check status of the unitsby going into the Accessories menu 4.6.2. In this menu you can read the status of anyconnected device. If the status is “not found” for a particular device, it cannot be recognizedby your VHF.The communication to the remote units is taking place via a serial multi-drop bus connectionon the rear side of the radio either directly to the SPARC II connector or via connection boxand/or extension box (see section Interface connections).If an alarm panel (AP4365) is connected please check there is a light in the red “VHFDISTRESS” button. If not, fuses in the alarm panel might need replacement before the serialbus is operational.Communication problems will not affect the VHF unit functionality.5.2.5 Device failureIf any of the checks descibed above does not explain or help to solve the problems you havediscovered, the problem might be related to the unit itself. Now you must call the authorizedworkshop that will make the necessary repair. When you report that you need service foryour device, you can inform your dealer about the problem you see and give the followinginformation:• VHF• Serial Number - e.g. found via the menu item 4.6.1.2• Firmware version - reported via menu item 4.6.1.10544
26System05445.2.6 Missing MMSISymptom: DSC function is not working.If you have powered your VHF for the first time it might not have the MMSI number pro-grammed. You must program the MMSI number before the radio is operational for DSC.Programming is done via menu item 4.5.15.2.7 Radio timeSymptom: DSC logs are sorted with a wrong time stamp, or radio time is not correct.The problem with a wrong radio time should occur only if the GPS is not connected in thesystem. A valid GPS time signal will update the UTC time that is used for time stamping logsonly.If you have a system without GPS, where you manually update position and time, it is alsorequired that you enter the radio time - at least right after power-up, if you want to get correcttime stamps on DSC logs. The UTC time is also used as the suggested time each time youare requested to enter position and time manually (every fourth hour).5.2.8 Channel not free5.2.8.1 DSC Channel not freeSymptom: DSC transmission is delayedDSC calls that are not distress or urgency calls will not be sent if the VHF is in the middle ofdecoding a DSC call. The transmission will be delayed until decoding has been finished.5.2.8.2 Working channel not freeSymptom: No suggested working channel in station call.In a DSC station call a working channel is suggested. If for some reason a working channelis not found within 1 second, no channel is suggested. If you see this problem please checkthe following:• Adjust to a higher squelch setting. If the squelch is always open, no free working callchannels will be recognised as occupied.0544
27System05446 Menu treeThis section lists the full menu tree of the VHF.The table describes the un-regretted forward flow that is initiated after selection of certainmenu items. Generally, pushing in the menu tree or flow sequence will return to theprevious window.1.1 Station Call1.2 PSTN Call1.3 Group Call1.4.1 Compose Distress1.4.2 Compose Urgency 1.4.2.1 All Ships1.4.2.2 Individual1.4.3 Compose Safety1.4.3.1 All Ships1.4.3.2 Individual1.4.4 Compose Relay1.4.4.1 Distre ss Relay1.4.4.1.1 All Ships1.4.4.1.2 Individual1.4.4.2 1.4.5 Compose Distress Ack1.5.1 DSC Distress Log1.5.2 DSC Receive Log1.5.3 DSC Transm it Log2.1 Call Contact2.2 Show Contact2.3 Add Contact2.4 Edit Contact2.5 Delete Contact3.1 Scan All Channels3.2 Scan Table A3.3 Scan Table B3.4 Scan Table C3.5 Edit Scan Tables 3.5.1 Scan Table A3.5.2 Scan Table B3.5.3 Scan Table C4Settings4.1.1 Set Position & Tim e4.1.2 Set Radio Time4.1.3 Show Position4.2 Display Contrast4.3.1 Handset Volume4.3.2.1 Warning4.3.2.1.1 Low4.3.2.1.2Medium4.3.2.1.3 High4.3.2.2 Routine Call 4.3.2.2.1Mute4.3.2.2.2 Low4.3.2.2.3Medium4.3.2.2.4 High4.3.2.3 Safety Call 4.3.2.3.1Mute4.3.2.3.2 Low4.3.2.3.3Medium4.3.2.3.4 High4.3.3 Privacy Mode OEnable Priv a c yODisable PrivacyMENUPosition & Time4.1 DSC Logs1.5 DSC Call11.4 EmergencyDistress Relay AckContacts23ScanningAudio4.3 4.3.2 DSC Alarm Tones0544
28Detail05444Settings4.4.1.1 In t4.4.1.2 US4.4.1.3 BI4.4.1.4 CA N4.4.2 Channel Info4.4.3 ATIS Call sign4.5 DSC 4.5.1 MMSI Num ber 4.5.2 Group MMSI4.5.3 Special Calls OMedical TransportsOShips and Aircrafts4.5.4 Auto Acknowledgement OSafety TestORoutine PollingOSafety Position4.5.5 Auto Channel Switch ORT acknow ledgementOGroup CallsOAll Ships Saf ety Calls4.5.6 MMSI Sub-addre ss 4.5.6.1 Value of X10 digit4.5.6.2 X10=0 mode OAcknowledge Non-zeroOAcknowledge ZeroOReject Call4.6 System 4.6.1 Device Identification 4.6.1.1 SW Version4.6.1.2 Serial Number4.6.2 Accessories 4.6.2.1 Alarm Panel4.6.2.2 GPS4.6.2.3 LA N Interface4.6.2.4 Pr i nt er4.6.2.5 Optional Handsets4.6.3 Idle Display OBlank Display4.6.4 Language OEnglis hODanskOItaliano5System Log5.1 Errors5.2 Statistics6Self Test 6.1 Key Test6.2 Display Test6.3 LED Test6.4 Alarm Test4.4.1 Channel ModeChannels4.4 0544
29System0544Optional functional devicesThe maximum system configuration possible with your VHF installation with VHF is shown inthe first part of the installation section.The present chapter will describe the functionality and behaviour of the following optionalfunctional devices:• 1 or 2 remote handset control units• One alarm panel• Printer + LAN interface + printer server7.1 Semi-functional control unitThe semi-functional control unit CU5000 is an optional unit connecting an additional remotehandset to the VHF. Installation of control units should be performed only by an authorizedservice person.7.1.1 Controls and indicators 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 89 10 11 12 13 14 151. Loudspeaker2. Squelsh level indicator3. Volume level indicator4. Tx5. 1W6. Display7 Volume up/down8. Squelch up/down9. ON/OFF10. Quick-select key for channel 16.11. 1W12. Replay push button13 Mute alarm14. Dimming15. Channel up/down
30System05447.1.2 OperationThe optional handset is intended for VHF radiotelephony only. There will be no DSCfunctionality supported except for:• The functionality or lifting of the CU handset follows the default handset on the mainradio (see Section DSC receive), when receiving a DSC call.• Possibility to mute DSC alarm sound – not to handle the DSC call.7.1.3 ON/OFFThe semi-intelligent handset will always be turned off default after VHF unit is powered. Theoff state is indicated by no activity or light in the CU.The unit can be turned on and off (press for 1 second) on the ON button.If the main unit is powered off the handset control unit is always turned off.7.1.4 Channel selectionChannel selection is done by using exactly the method as described for VHF by using and .On the optional handset control unit these buttons are marked and respectively.Channel change requests are sent to the main VHF unit, and the main VHF unit will changechannel and update the CU display. The same channel number will be applied to all thedisplays in the system.A quick channel 16 selection is available by pressing .7.1.5 VolumeThe volume is controlled by using the and buttons.Pressing these buttons will affect only the internal CU speaker as well as optionally con-nected external CU speakers. The volume adjustment will be active only for the specific localhandset. Therefore the volume bar on the main VHF unit is not updated during adjustment.A local volume indicator always shows the speaker volume on the CU. If the volume isadjusted to the mute level the VOL LED will flash (1 Hz).The earpiece volume in the handset connected to the CU is adjusted using the and buttons while holding down the button.This alternative usage of the button will be possible only when:• The handset is hooked off, and• No active alarm sound to be mutedAfter power-up all volume levels set during the last operation are restored as they werebefore power-down.
31Channels05447.1.6 SquelchThe squelch level can be adjusted by using the and buttons.Pressing the buttons will contribute to the global squelch setting on the radio. Squelchindicators on the handset CU and on the main unit will always follow each other regardless ofthe control input used for adjustment.NOTE: If a channel is reached where the squelch setting was programmed from the mainunit, usage of the squelch control will set the level for that particular channel, and reset thesquelch programming.7.1.7 DimmingDimming the control unit display and keypad backlight and 1W LED is done exactly asdescribed for the VHF, but with no graphical information.7.1.8 Receiving a DSC callIf a DSC call is received the following will show on the CU channel display depending of thecall type:alternating...If an active distress call was received(changing with 1Hz)....If a routine call was received...If an urgency call is received....If an safety call is received....If an PSTN call is received.Normal radiotelephony calls can be acknowledged from the semi-intelligent handset makingthe HS hooked to HS un-hooked transition.If an error or warning occurs the following is displayed:
32Channels0544alternating...on errors....on alerts.This indication will remain until the DSC call has been handled from the main unit. Thoughnormal radiotelephony calls can be acknowledged from the semi-intelligent handset makingthe HS hooked to HS un-hooked transition.7.1.9 Muting alarmsIf a DSC call is received (distress or routine) the alarm sound is heard as a mixing of thereceived voice audio in the speakers and earpieces in the system. Pressing the button will mute any alarm sound in the system, and only received voice is heard in thespeakers.7.1.10 Transmitter powerPressing the 1W button will have the same effect as described for VHF. 1W LED on CU willfollow the 1W LED on the main unit.7.1.11 ReplayThe replay facility works exactly the same way as described for the main VHF unit when the button is pressed.The navigator counter (seconds back in received signal) is shown on the CU display.7.1.12 Dual watch and scanningThere are no possibilities of controlling dual watch orscanning. During dual watch initiated from the mainVHF the working channel is displayed in the display.During scanning the display is indicating this by “SC”.Locking on any channel will, of course, switch the displayto that channel.
33Channels05447.1.13 Multiple handsets in the systemIf multiple handsets are connected in the system the following priority is given (to PTT –microphone control) if multiple handsets are lifted:• The default handset is always given priority if lifted.• Any optional handset lifted first takes priority over another optional handset.A warning “OC” is written in the display near any handset (VHF unit or CU) that has lowerpriority, as soon the prioritized handset is lifted.If an optional handset is not given priority (“OC” writtenin display) it will be possible to use only the followingbuttons on the CU: 7.1.14 Optional handset CU VHF operation while main unit is inmenu or text entry modeIf the main VHF unit is operated in menu or text entry mode, there will be certain buttons onthe VHF main unit that do not respond to their primary functions. Seen from a CU perspec-tive all functionality is maintained if “OC” is not shown in the telephone display.7.2 Alarm panelThe alarm panel AP4365 will – if connected correctly to the VHF - be illuminated in the red“VHF DISTRESS” push button.7.2.1 Distress initiationOnly undesignated distress can be sent from the alarm panel.The distress is sent by lifting the lid over the VHF DISTRESS button on the alarm panel andpressing the button for 5 seconds. A sound is heard each second. After 5 seconds aconstant sound is heard, indicating that you have sent the distress. You can now release thebutton. The alarm sound in the alarm panel can be muted by pressing the on thealarm panel.The VHF is now in distress mode. You must now continue the distress traffic and proceduresfrom the front panel of your VHF, if possible. The procedures are now the same as describedfor handling distress mode from the main unit.Maritime channels
34Channels05448 Maritime Channels8.1 International channelsChannels TX RX SIMPLEX DUPLEX Channels TX RX SIMPLEX DUPLEXMHz MHz Intership Port Port Public MHz MHz Intership Port Port Public1 156,050 160,650 60 156,025 160,6252 156,100 160,700 61 156,075 160,6753 156,150 160,750 62 156,125 160,7254 156,200 160,800 63 156,175 160,7755 156,250 160,850 64 156,225 160,8256 156,300 156,300 65 156,275 160,8757 156,350 160,950 66 156,325 160,9258 156,400 156,400 67 156,375 156,3759 156,450 156,450 68 156,425 156,42510 156,500 156,500 69 156,475 156,47511 156,550 156,550 70 156,525 156,525 DSC DSC12 156,600 156,600 71 156,575 156,57513 156,650 156,650 72 156,625 156,62514 156,700 156,700 73 156,675 156,67515 156,750 156,750 74 156,725 156,72516 156,800 156,800 Distress and calling 75 156,775 156,775 L)17 156,850 156,850 76 156,825 156,825 L)18 156,900 161,500 77 156,875 156,87519 156,950 161,550 78 156,925 161,52520 157,000 161,600 79 156,975 161,57521 157,050 161,650 80 157,025 161,62522 157,100 161,700 81 157,075 161,67523 157,150 161,750 82 157,125 161,72524 157,200 161,800 83 157,175 161,77525 157,250 161,850 84 157,225 161,82526 157,300 161,900 85 157,275 161,87527 157,350 161,950 86 157,325 161,92528 157,400 162,000 87 157,375 157,375 *)88 157,425 157,425 *)Notes:L) 1W TX power*) Channel 87 and 88 became simplex channels following the instruction of AutomaticIdentification channels AIS1 at 161.975MHz and AIS2 on 162.025MHz.NB! The RX and TX frequencies can be read from menu (4.4.2).
35Installation05448.2 US channelsChannels TX RX SIMPLEX DUPLEX Channels TX RX SIMPLEX DUPLEX Channels WX RXMHz MHz MHz MHz MHz1 156,050 156,050 60 B) P0 WX1 162,5502B) 61 156,075 156,075 !) P1 WX2 162,4003 156,150 156,150 !) 62 B) P2 WX3 162,4754B) 63 156,175 156,175 P3 WX4 162,4255 156,250 156,250 64 156,225 156,225 !) P4 WX5 162,4506 156,300 156,300 65 156,275 156,275 P5 WX6 162,5007 156,350 156,350 66 156,325 156,325 P6 WX7 162,5258 156,400 156,400 67 156,375 156,375 L) P7 WX8 161,6509 156,450 156,450 68 156,425 156,425 P8 WX9 161,77510 156,500 156,500 69 156,475 156,475 P9 WX10 163,27511 156,550 156,550 70 156,525 156,525 DSC12 156,600 156,600 71 156,575 156,57513 156,650 156,650 L) 72 156,625 156,62514 156,700 156,700 73 156,675 156,67515 156,750 RX) 74 156,725 156,72516 156,800 156,800 Distress and calling 75 B)17 156,850 156,850 76 B)18 156,900 156,900 77 156,875 156,875 L)19 156,950 156,950 78 156,925 156,92520 157,000 157,000 79 156,975 156,97521 157,050 157,050 !) 80 157,025 157,02522 157,100 157,100 81 157,075 157,075 !)23 157,150 157,150 !) 82 157,125 157,125 !)24 157,200 161,800 83 157,175 157,175 !)25 157,250 161,850 84 157,225 161,82526 157,300 161,900 85 157,275 161,87527 157,350 161,950 86 157,325 161,92528 157,400 162,000 87 157,375 157,375 *)88 157,425 157,425 *)Notes:L) 1 W TX power. Channels 13, 67 and 77 are limited to low transmission power.B) Channels 2, 4, 60, 62, 75 and 76 cannot be selected in US mode.!) Channels 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82 and 83 may be legally used in some circum-stances but not by the general public in US waters.RX) Only RX: transmissions are blocked.NB! The RX and TX frequencies can be read from menu (4.4.2).*) Channels 87 and 88 became simplex channels following the introduction of Auto-matic Identification channels AIS1 at 161.975MHz and AIS2 on 162.025MHz.
36Installation05448.3 BI channelsChannels TX RX SIMPLEX DUPLEX Channels TX RX SIMPLEX DUPLEXMHz MHz Intership Port Port Public MHz MHz Intership Port Port Public1 156,050 160,650 60 156,025 160,6252 156,100 160,700 61 156,075 160,6753 156,150 160,750 62 156,125 160,7254 156,200 160,800 63 156,175 160,7755 156,250 160,850 64 156,225 160,8256 156,300 156,300 L) 65 156,275 160,8757 156,350 160,950 66 156,325 160,9258 156,400 156,400 L) 67 156,375 156,3759 156,450 156,450 68 156,425 156,42510 156,500 156,500 L) L) 69 156,475 156,47511 156,550 156,550 L) 70 156,525 156,525 DSC DSC12 156,600 156,600 L) 71 156,575 156,575 L)13 156,650 156,650 L) L) 72 156,625 156,625 L)14 156,700 156,700 L) 73 156,675 156,67515 156,750 156,750 L) L) 74 156,725 156,725 L)16 156,800 156,800 Distre ss a nd ca l li ng 75 156,775 156,775 L)17 156,850 156,850 L) L) 76 156,825 156,825 L)18 156,900 161,500 77 156,875 156,875 L)19 156,950 161,550 78 156,925 161,52520 157,000 161,600 79 156,975 161,57521 157,050 161,650 80 157,025 161,62522 157,100 161,700 81 157,075 161,67523 157,150 161,750 82 157,125 161,72524 157,200 161,800 83 157,175 161,77525 157,250 161,850 84 157,225 161,82526 157,300 161,900 85 157,275 161,87527 157,350 161,950 86 157,325 161,92528 157,400 162,000 87 157,375 157,375 *)88 157,425 157,425 *)Notes:L) 1W TX power on channels 6, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 71, 72, 74 , 75, 76 and 77.*) Channels 87 and 88 became simplex channels following the introduction of Auto-matic Identification channels AIS1 at 161.975MHz and AIS2 on 162.025MHz.NB! The ATIS function is enabled on all channels. RX and TX frequencies can be readusing menu (4.4.2).Dual Watch & Scanning modes are disabled.
37Installation05448.4 CA channelsChannels TX RX SIMPLEX DUPLEX Channels TX RX SIMPLEX DUPLEX Channels WX RXMHz MHz MHz MHz MHz1 156,050 160,650 60 156,025 160,625 P0 WX1 162,5502 156,100 160,700 61 B) P1 WX2 162,4003 156,150 160,750 62 B) P2 WX3 162,4754B) 63 B)5 156,250 156,250 64 156,225 160,8256 156,300 156,300 !) 65 156,275 156,275 L)7 156,350 156,350 66 156,325 156,325 L)8 156,400 156,400 !) 67 156,375 156,375 !)9 156,450 156,450 68 156,425 156,42510 156,500 156,500 69 156,475 156,47511 156,550 156,550 70 156,525 156,525 DSC12 156,600 156,600 71 156,575 156,57513 156,650 156,650 72 156,625 156,625 !)14 156,700 156,700 73 156,675 156,675 !)15 156,750 156,750 L) 74 156,725 156,72516 156,800 156,800 Distress and calling 75 B)17 156,850 156,850 L) 76 B)18 156,900 156,900 77 156,875 156,875 L)19 B) 78 156,925 156,92520 157,000 161,600 L) 79 156,975 156,97521 161,650 RX) 80 157,025 157,02522 B) 81 B)23 157,150 161,750 82 B)24 157,200 161,800 83 161,775 RX)25 161,850 RX) 84 157,225 161,82526 157,300 161,900 85 157,275 161,87527 157,350 161,950 86 157,325 161,92528 162,000 RX) 87 157,375 157,375 *)88 157,425 157,425 *)Notes:L) 1 W TX power. Channels 15, 17, 20, 65, 66 and 77 are limited to 1W transmissionpower.B) Channels 4, 19, 22, 61, 62, 63, 81 and 82 cannot be selected in CA mode.!) Channels 6, 8, 23, 67, 72 and 73 may be legally used in some circumstancesbut not by the general public in CA waters.RX) Only RX: transmission is blocked.NB! The RX and TX frequencies can be read from menu (4.4.2).*) Channels 87 and 88 became simplex channels following the introduction of Auto-matic Identification channels AIS1 at 161.975MHz and AIS2 on 162.025MHz.
38Installation05449 Installation9.1 Mounting possibilitiesVHF with mounting bracket39835256140200100229Mounting option Drilling plan39836Tilting +/- 20°3983716190222570804xø5.5Weight (RT5022):VHF 4.1 kgMounting bracket 1.0 kgWeight (RT5020):VHF 4.9 kgMounting bracket 1.0 kg
39Installation0544 VHF with flush mounting bracket39938Bracket (Option)Space for Cable entrymin. 100.002401203Drilling plan3994522810219910261086202020 204 pcs. ø54 pcs. ø3.5countersunk for M3Weight:Mounting kit(Part no. 739814) 1 kgWARNING:Only use screws supplied with mountingkit for attaching flush mounting bracket toVHF radio.4 pcs M3x304 pcs M4x306 pcs M4x839966
40Installation0544Handset for transceiverThis hand-set has a hook-on/off functionally,which is activated by a small magnet imbeddedin the ceadle.The cradle must be installed as illustrated inorder to ensure the hook-on/off functionalityof the Handset.7562226* 120min. 200Space for handset accessSpace for cable and handset cable544513539655BDrilling planWeightHandset for transceiver0.4 kg
41Installation0544Semi-functional control unit39654BDrilling plan1001003622680120min. 200Space for handsetSpace for cable and handset cable7870415410050 281001650access recommended2xø4.525detaching control unitSpace for installing and2xø5Length of spiral cordat rest : 380 mm9,683Weight :Semi-functional control unit 1.2 kgInstalling a single CUAfter the CU is connected the unit can be operated straight away without any configuring.Installation with 2 CUsIf an installation is carried out providing 2 new CUs, it is important when powering these upfor the first time, that this is done sequentially, to allow the CUs to acquire their individualidentity on the SPARC II bus:2 newly installed CUs:• Power on VHF• Power on first CU• Power on second CUIf an additional CU is installed in a system already working with a single CU, thealready existing CU must be switched on prior to the first power-on of the new CU.Adding a CU in an installation already providing one CU:• Power on VHF• Power on the existing CU• Power on the newly installed CUThis procedure is also followed if a CU is moved from another installation to this installation.Always turn on the existing CU before turning on the last acquired one - when powering forthe first time after installation.
42Installation0544Connection box4 pcs. ø6Drilling plan39656** Free space for cable entry.* Free space for mounting,Mounting18514.852399.75258.4225.449* 50** min. 100* 50* 50WeightConnection box 1.7 kg
43Installation0544Extension box4 pcs. ø6Drilling plan39657** Free space for cable entry.* Free space for mounting,Mounting141.4160.449* 50** min. 100* 50* 501229.714.85120WeightExtension box 0.7 kg
44Installation0544LAN boxDrilling plan39658** Free space for cable entry.* Free space for mounting,Mounting* 50** min. 100* 50* 507326.75829126.53774.51004xø4.5 4xø3.5WeightLAN box 0.3 kg
45Installation05449.2 Interface connectionsVHF (rear view)39815AFUSEOptionSparc II BusHandset12-24V DCMain AntennaDSC Antenna15-pinsub D male15-pinsub D female9 pinsub D femalePowerconnector
46Installation0544Connection box board 63912139816BX7J3J4J1J2X8X9X4X3X5X6X1X2CALLEXTEXT LS-RX AF+EXT /CU LSLine out+EB/CU+12.5VTX AF-GNDDATA++12.5VX7LANDATA-TX AF++12.5VRX AF-CONNECTIONSINTERFACEOPTIONSRT50XXSPARC IICONNECTIONSGNDEXT LS+Line out-VDR-EXT /CU LSAUX2CALLGNDNMEA+AUX1AUX1VDR+AUX2INT LS+INT LS-ALARMIF CU IS CONNECTED TOEB/CU TERMINALS THENREMOVE J1 & J2 FOR X4AND J3 & J4 FOR X5ALARMNMEA-SPARC II BUS1657432981015141112131623475141089131215X5X9EB/CUX8151111OPTIONS12139RT50XXOPTIONS8X610145743261X21513981014574162347514108913X4X3153261X1Extension box board 63912339817BJ2J1X1X3X2X4X5X67425X6:J1 & J2 MOUNTED = EXT LS36DATA-11213151411X110+12.5V8121315EXT LS-GND14EXT/CULS-1173106Line out1524X5RX AF-X6EXT LS+X498Line out9CU LS-EXT/CULS+EXT LS++12.5VGNDRX AF+TX AF-TX AF+CB/RT50XXEB/CUCU+12.5VDATA+CU LS+EXT LS-X2J1 & J2 NOT MOUNTED = CU LSX3
47Installation05449.2.1 System block diagram with connection box and2 x extension box(rear view)OptionSPARC II busHandset(Optional)DSC AntennaRG214 or betterCable part no. 56.114L=5mfurnished with Connection BoxCable part no. 539603L=5mfurnished with Connection BoxTo VDRTo ships alarm panel or announcer2x0.5mm2From position sensor (GPS)(mixed Rx/Tx Audio)2x0.5mm2,max 100mNMEA1x2x0.5mm2(Optional)(Optional)Extension BoxExt. speaker (CU)Ext. speaker (VHF)CU 1 (Optional)(Optional)Extension BoxTo LAN Box (optional)To Alarm Panel - (if installed)2x2x0.5mm2, max 100m8x2x0.5mm2, max. 20m8x2x0.5mm2, max. 20mConnection Box39701BCable part no. 56.111L=1.2mfurnished with LAN BoxVHFL=3m(Optional) (Optional)Ext. speaker (CU)Ext. speaker (VHF)CU 2 (Optional)L=3mHandsetPL259RX/TX AntennaRG214 or betterPL259Power12-24V DCCableL=1.5mfurnished with equiptment(Optional)Cable Connection diagramSee next page:Note:SPARC II cable length specificationConductor sizeMaximum cable length8x2x0.5mm220m8x2x0.75mm230m8x2x1mm240mAll cabling not furnished with equipment to be overall screened type.Cable screens must be securely grounded at cable inlets in connection boxes, as illustrated in cable connection diagrams.120W min. continuousPower cable p/n 539826, 1.5m 2x4.0mm2+ VDCWhite0 VDCBlackPower connection 12-24VDC,External power supply input is galvanically isolated from equipment ground reference, i.e. chassis.Equipment internal power supply reference (-) is at equipment ground reference, i.e. chassis..
48Installation0544Cable connection diagramX7SPARC II BUSCONNECTIONS CONNECTIONSOPTIONS39734AX1X2X3X4X5X6VDR-1SPARC II9OPTIONSAUX16EXT LS28CALLGNDAUX2+12.5VINTERFACEOPTIONSLANNMEA+EXT10NMEA-2Line out-Line out+RX AF+3471514131211TX AF-RX AF-EXT LS1AUX1VDR+DATA-TX AF+EXT LS2+12.5V5GNDGNDALARMCALLDATA+ALARMAUX2EXT LS1+12.5V511121314157432108691H1H2H3H4X1X3X2X4X5X6J2J17425LS-36DATA-111LS+X1+12.5V8121315GND14EXT LS+1173106Line out1524X5X6X498Line out9EXT LS-CU LS++12.5VGNDEB/CUCB/RT50XXCU+12.5VDATA+CU LS-X6 :X3X21012131514EB/CUEXT /CU LSEB/CURT50XX RT50XXEXT /CU LSEXT/CULS-EXT/CULS+IF CU IS CONNECTED TOEB/CU TERMINALS THENREMOVE J1 & J2 FOR X4AND J3 & J4 FOR X5J1 & J2 MOUNTED = EXT LSJ1 & J2 NOT MOUNTED = CU LSTo VHF DSCcable part no. 56.114To VHF DSCTo VDRTo ships alarm panel or announcerFrom position sensor (GPS)(mixed Rx/Tx Audio)NMEATo LAN interface (optional)To Alarm Panel - (if installed)To extension box for CU2CU 1 (Optional)Ext. speaker (CU)Ext. speaker (VHF)Cable part no. 539603Cable part no. 56.111
49Installation0544InterfacesOptions ConnectionsVHF Signal Cable Connection Connection Signal description Ships cableOptions connector designation p/n 539603 box box 8 twisted pairs or15-pin D-sub male 5m In from VHF External conn. overall screenpin 1 VDR+ Brn X1-1 X2-1 pair no. 1pin 2 VDR- Brn/Wht X1-2 X2-2 pair no. 1pin 3 AUX2 Orange X1-3 X2-3 pair no. 2pin 4 AUX2 NO Orange/Wht X1-4 X2-4 pair no. 2pin 5 AUX 1 Blue X1-5 X2-5 pair no. 3pin 6 AUX 1 NO Blue/Wht X1-6 X2-6 pair no. 3pin 7 int_Speaker + Grn X1-7 X2-7 pair no. 4pin 8 int_Speaker - Grn/Wht X1-8 X2-8 pair no. 4pin 9 DSC CALL Red X1-9 X2-9 pair no. 5pin 10 DSC CALL NO Red/Wht X1-10 X2-10 pair no. 5pin 11 GND Blk+Blk/Wht X1-11 X2-11 Equipment ground pair no. 8pin 12 NMEA + Yel X1-12 X2-12 pair no. 6pin 13 NMEA - Yel/Wht X1-13 X2-13 pair no. 6pin 14 DSC ALARM Purple X1-14 X2-14 pair no. 7pin 15 DSC ALARM NO Purple/Wht X1-15 X2-15 pair no. 7Housing Screen Chassis Chassis Screen ScreensNote 1: Relay contact ratings (resistive load) Max. switched power: 30W or 60VA Max. switched current: 1.0A Max. switched voltage: 150VDC or 125VAC in accordance with IEC61162-1 Correspondingly grouped individual cablingNMEA data input from external position sensor (see note 2)Relay contact closing on incoming Distress alert (see note 1)Relay contact closing on incoming DSC call (see note 1)Note 2: Following NMEA sentences are supported: GLL, RMC, ZDA, GGA, VTG, GNSMixed Rx/Tx audio output for recording. Galvanically isolated, balanced signal, 0dBm into 600ΩVHF internal speaker output, nom. 5W into 8Ω.Relay contact closing on event pre-defined through service programming (see note 1)Relay contact closing on event pre-defined through service programming (see note 1)SPARC II ConnectionsVHF Signal Cable Extension box Extension box Cable integrated Extension box Signal description Ships cableSPARC II connectordesignation p/n 56.114 In from VHF Out to CU1 with CU Out to CU2 8 twisted pairs15-pin D-sub female or conn. Box overall screenpin 1 12.5VDC+ Red/Wht X2-1 X1-1 Red/Wht X3-1 Power to CUs pair no. 8pin 2 DATA_+ Yel X2-2 X1-2 Yel X3-2 pair no. 1pin 3 DATA_- Yel/Blk X2-3 X1-3 Yel/Blk X3-3 pair no. 1pin 4 TX_AF+ Blu/Wht X2-4 X1-4 Blu/Wht X3-4 pair no. 2pin 5 TX_AF- Blu X2-5 X1-5 Blu X3-5 pair no. 2pin 6 GND Orange + Red X2-6 X1-6 Orange + Red X3-6 Equipment ground pair no. 6 & 8pin 7 12.5VDC+ Orange/Wht X2-7 X1-7 Orange/Wht X3-7 Power to CUs pair no. 6pin 8 RX_AF+ Grn/Wht X2-8 X1-8 Grn/Wht X3-8 pair no. 3pin 9 RX_AF- Grn X2-9 X1-9 Grn X3-9 pair no. 3pin 10 12.5VDC+ Blk/Wht X2-10 X1-10 Blk/Wht X3-10 Power to CUs pair no. 7pin 11 EXT.Speaker + Brn X2-11 X1-11 Brn X3-11 pair no. 4pin 12 EXT.Speaker - Brn/Wht X2-12 X1-12 Brn/Wht X3-12 pair no. 4pin 13 GND Blk X2-13 X1-13 Blk X3-13 Equipment ground pair no. 7pin 14 Lineout + Purple X2-14 X1-14 Purple (NC) X3-14 pair no. 5pin 15 Lineout - Purple/Wht X2-15 X1-15 Purple/Wht (NC) X3-15 pair no. 5Housing Screen Chassis Chassis Screen Chassis ScreenEXT LS (VHF LS out: X5-1) CU1 LS out: X4-1 CU2 LS out: X6-1EXT LS (VHF LS out: X5-2) CU2 LS out: X4-2 CU2 LS out: X6-2 Connecting only one CU (CU1) and leaving jumpers J1/J2 in circuit provides VHF Ext. Speaker connection available at both X5-1/2 and X6-1/2. VHF Ext. Speaker output will be available at terminals X5-1/2. Rx-audio line output, balanced signal, 0dBm into 600ΩExternal speaker output, nom. 5W into 8Ω (se e NOTE)NOTE: In case of connecting a second CU (CU2) to the Extension Box, jumpers J1/J2 should be removed in order to disconnect VHF Ext. Speaker (VHF LS) output from terminals X6-1/2 and make available the CU2 Ext. Speaker (CU2 LS) connections instead. SPARC II-bus DataSPARC II-bus Tx audioSPARC II-bus Rx audioVHF radio external speaker output, nom. 5W into 8Ω
50Installation05449.2.2 System block diagram with extension boxSPARC II busHandset(Optional) (Optional)Ext. speaker (CU1)Ext. speaker (CU2)CU 1 (Optional)39702BCU 2 (Optional)(Optional)Ext. speaker (VHF)(Optional)Extension BoxNote:SPARC II cable length specificationConductor sizeMaximum cable length8x2x0.5mm220m8x2x0.75mm230m8x2x1mm240mAll cabling not furnished with equipment to be overall screened type.Cable screens must be securely grounded at cable inlets in connection boxes,120W min. continuousPower cable p/n 539826, 1.5m 2x4.0mm2+ VDCWhite0 VDCBlack(rear view)56.114L=5mVHFDSC AntennaRG214 or betterPL259RX/TX AntennaRG214 or betterPL259Power12-24V DCCable part no. 539826L=1.5mfurnished with equiptmentL=3mCable Connection diagramSee next page:Power connection 12-24VDC,External power supply input is galvanically isolated from equipment ground reference, i.e. chassis.Equipment internal power supply reference (-) is at equipment ground reference, i.e. chassis.as illustrated in cable connection diagrams.L=3m
51Installation0544Cable connection diagram39735H1H2H3H4X1X3X2X4X5X6J2J17425LS-36DATA-11213151411LS+X110+12.5V8121315GND141173106Line out1524X5RX AF-X6X498Line out9+12.5VGNDRX AF+TX AF-TX AF+CU/CBVHFCU+12.5VDATA+X6 :X3X21213151410EXT LS+EXT LS-CU LS+CU LS-EXT/CULS-EXT/CULS+J1 & J2 MOUNTED = EXT LSJ1 & J2 NOT MOUNTED = CU LSVHF DSCCU 1 (Optional)Ext. speaker (CU)CU 2 (Optional)Ext. speaker (CU2)Ext. speaker (VHF)InterfacesExtension box connectionsVHF Signal Cable Connection box Connection box Connection box Connection box Alarm panel Signal description Ships cableSPARC connector designation p/n 56.114 In from VHF Out to CU1 or Out to CU2 or to alarm panel "VHF" 8 twisted pairs15-pin D-sub f emale 5m extension box extension box connector X3 overall screenpin 1 12.5VDC+ Red/Wht X3 -1 X4 -1 X5 -1 X6 -1 P ow er t o C Us p ai r no . 8pin 2 DATA_+ Yel X3- 2 X4-2 X5- 2 X6-2 3 pair no. 1pi n 3 DA TA _ - Y e l / B l k X3- 3 X4- 3 X5- 3 X6- 3 5 pair no. 1pi n 4 TX_AF+ B l u/ W ht X3- 4 X4 - 4 X5 -4 X6 -4 pair no. 2pi n 5 TX_ A F - B lu X3 -5 X4 -5 X5 -5 X6 -5 pair no. 2pin 6 GND Orange + Red X3-6 X4-6 X5-6 X6-6 2 Equipment ground pair no. 6 & 8pin 7 12.5VDC+ Orange/Wht X3-7 X4-7 X5-7 X6-7 9 Power to CUs pair no. 6pi n 8 RX_ A F + G rn / W h t X3 -8 X4 -8 X5 -8 X6 -8 pair no. 3pi n 9 RX_A F- Gr n X3- 9 X4-9 X5- 9 X6-9 pair no. 3pin 10 12.5VDC+ Blk/Wht X3-10 X4-10 X5-10 X6-10 Power to CUs pair no. 7pin 11 EXT.Speaker + Brn X3-11 X4-11 X5-11 X6-11 pair no. 4pin 12 EXT.Speaker - Brn/Wht X3-12 X4-12 X5-12 X6-12 pair no. 4pin 13 GND Blk X3-13 X4-13 X5-13 X6-13 Equipment ground pair no. 7pin 14 Lineout + Purple X3-14 X4-14 X5-14 X6-14 pair no. 5pin 15 Lineout - Purple/W ht X3-15 X4-15 X5-15 X6-15 pair no. 5Housing Screen Chassis Chassis Chassis Chassis ScreenE XT LS X8 -1 X9- 1E XT LS X8 -2 X9- 2NOTE: In case of connecting CU1 and/or CU2 directly to Connection Box, i.e. not utilizing Extension Box for connecting each CU, jumpers J1/J2 and/or J3/J4 in Connection Box must be removed in order to disconnect VHF Ext. Speaker (VHF LS) output from these terminals and make available the CU Ext. Loudspeaker (CU LS) connections instead.Rx-audio line output, balanced signal, 0dBm into 600Ω External speaker output, nom. 5W into 8Ω (se e NOTE)SPARC II-bus DataSPARC II-bus Rx audioSPARC II-bus Tx audioVHF radio external speaker output, nom. 5W into 8Ω
52Installation05449.3 Power supplyThe VHF should be powered from a separately fused DC-supply of 10.8 - 32VDC and ratedat minimum 120W continuous power for installations with RT5022 (Simplex/semi-duplex),and150W for installations with the RT5020 (Duplex)9.4 Antenna installation and precautions9.4.1 AntennasThe VHF equipment requires two antennas installed one for the DSC receiver and the other(Primary) for the VHF RX/TX communication.All commonly available 50Ω antennas covering the appropriate frequency range andproviding a VSWR less than 1.5 over this range may be used.The antennas should be connected using a low loss type 50Ω coaxial cable, e.g. goodquality RG214 or better.IMO-COMSAR/Circ. 32 recommends the use of a double screened type cable (like e.g.RG214) with a maximum insertion loss of 3dB across the antenna cable installation. Themaximum antenna cable length in the installation thus depends on the quality of the cableused, i.e. the specified attenuation (dB/m) of the cable of choise at the high end of the VHFfrequency band. As a rule of thumb the cable length using e.g. RG214 coaxial cable shouldnot exceed 25m.For further details on equipment/antenna installation, reference is made to the IMO-COMSAR/Circ. 32, GUIDELINES FOR THE HARMONIZATION OF GMDSS REQUIRE-MENTS FOR RADIO INSTALLATIONS ON BOARD SOLAS SHIPS.9.4.2 RX/TX antennaIn installations consisting of two or more VHF radios it is important to ensure the optimumperformance of these by carefully selecting the mutual antenna positions.In general the highest possible RF attenuation between the VHF RX/TX antennas in theinstallation should be sought for. The most important parameter in achieving this is byensuring that none of the RX/TX antennas in the installation are positioned at the samehorizontal level, i.e. the RX/TX antennas must be installed at shifted elevations as indicatedbelow.In situations where sufficient vertical distance between two or more such antennas is founddifficult to obtain the horizontal distance between them will play an increasingly importantrole in the equipment performance the less the vertical separation and as a minimum 5mhorizontal distance between any RX/TX antennas in the installation should be ensured.Additionally, in order to minimize any increase in VSWR of the VHF RX/TX antenna thisshould be installed in a distance no closer to any other mast/pole object or other RF anten-nas than 2 m.To the widest possible extend the VHF antennas should be kept out of the antenna mainbeam of any radar and satellite equipment.
53Installation05449.4.3 DSC antennaThe positioning of the DSC antennas is less critical in terms of the imposed VSWR and dueto the nature of the DSC-signalling. It should be noted however, that the DSC receiver of aVHF is likely to be temporarily blocked in reception due to high signal blocking, if theassociated DSC antenna is installed in close vicinity of a RX/TX antenna at the samehorizontal level while transmission takes place from this RX/TX antenna.RX/TXDSCRX/TXDSCNo. 1 VHFNo. 2 VHFNo. 2 VHFNo. 1 VHF39679Example of VHF antenna arrangement.Example of VHF antenna arrangement.
54Installation054410 Technical specifications10.1 General informationChannel Tables 4 pre-programmed channel tables covering the followingregions:• International waters - according to radio regulations• US waters – according to radio regulations• Inland waters (with ATIS) – according to radioregulations• Canadian waters – covering most areasPrivate Channels Up to 30 private channels in 3 separate banks (perchannel) mode designated F,P or L. Each bank contains 10private channels. Weather channels are pre-configured forUS and Canadian regions, occupying a number of privatechannels.Channel spacing 25 kHz / optional 12.5 kHzContact List User programmable with up to 200 entries for easy DSCradiotelephony initiation.Scanning Priority scanning. All channels or scanning up to 3 userprogrammable scan tables in each channel mode.Voice replay Voice replay facility of up to 90 seconds of received voicedata.Automatic squelch Automatic squelch adjustment with memory function.Readout Dimming facility for better sight at night.10.2 General DSC facilitiesDSC operation According to Rec. ITU-R M.541-9and Rec. ITU-R M.689-2DSC protocol According to Rec. ITU-R M.493-11 Class ANavigator interface According to IEC 61162-1GLL, RMC, ZDA, GGA, VTG, GNSSymbol error rateBelow 1*10-2 -121 dBm or 0,20 ìV p.d.Modulation 1700 Hz ± 400 Hz1200 baudFrequency error below ± 1 HzResidual modulation below –26 dB10.3 Specific data for transceiver unit RT5022Frequency range Rx / Tx:149.300 - 163.750 MHzOperation modes Simplex / SemiduplexModulation G3EJN for TelephonyG2B for DSC.Frequency stability below ± 3 ppmAerial connectors Standard 50 ohm female SO239Temperature range -15 ºC to +55 ºCSupply voltage 12V to 24V DC nominal
55Installation0544Supply range 10,8V to 31,2V DCTransceiver dimensions H*W*D 100*200*210 mmTransceiver weight 4,1 KgReceiverSensitivity for 20 dB SINADCCITT weighted -121 dBm typicalAF rated PowerInternal L.S. 5 Watt in 8 ohmOutput for External L.S. 5 Watt in 8 ohmDistortion below 5 %S/N ratio more than 43 dBSpurious emission below 0,25 nWSpurious response rejection more than 74 dBIntermodulation response more than 73 dBCo- channel rejection better than –10 dBAdjacent channel selectivity more than 74 dBBlocking level more than 94 dBìVTransmitterRF output powerHigh 25W +0dB to –0,5dBLow 0,85 W +0,5dB to –1dBAdjacent channel power below 75 dBConducted spurious emission below 0,25 mWDistortion below 3 %S/N ratio better than 46 dB10.4 Specific data for transceiver unit RT5020Frequency range Rx / Tx:150.800 - 157.425 MHzRx: 160.625 – 163.600 MHzOperation modes Simplex / DuplexModulation G3EJN for TelephonyG2B for DSC.Frequency stability below ± 3 ppmAerial connectors Standard 50 ohm female SO239Temperature range -15 ºC to +55 ºCSupply voltage 12V to 24V DC nominalSupply range 10,8V to 31,2V DCTransceiver dimensions H*W*D 100*200*210 mmTransceiver weight 4,9 KgReceiverSensitivity for 20 dB SINADCCITT weighted -119 dBm typicalDuplex spurious response att. More than 74 dBDuplex desentization below 3 dBAF rated PowerInternal L.S. 5 Watt in 8 ohmOutput for External L.S. 5 Watt in 8 ohmDistortion below 5 %
56Installation0544S/N ratio more than 43 dBSpurious emission below 0,25 nWSpurious response rejection more than 74 dBIntermodulation response more than 73 dBCo- channel rejection better than –10 dBAdjacent channel selectivity more than 74 dBBlocking level more than 94 dBìVTransmitterRF output powerHigh 25W +0dB to –0,5dBLow 0,85 W +0,5dB to –1dBAdjacent channel power below 75 dBConducted spurious emission below 0,25 mWDistortion below 3 %S/N ratio better than 46 dB
Doc. no 39861D00_05212002/AA/02Date Executive Chief OfficerHenrik Lunde02.11 - 2005DECLARATION OF CONFORMITYThrane & Thrane A/SPorsvej 29200 Aalborg SVDK-DenmarkWe as manufacturer herewith declare that the following equipment complies with thespecifications of the Marine Equipment Directive 96/98/EC & the amending Directive 2002/75/EC, A.1/5.1: A.1/5.2EquipmentsSAILOR RT50xx VHF Radiotelephone with DSC Controller & Ch 70 Watch Keeping ReceiverConsisting of:RT5022 Main Transceiver Unit, simplex, semi-duplexRT5020 Main Transceiver Unit, duplexHS5001 HandsetCU5000 Remote Control UnitCB5009 Connection BoxEB5008 Extension BoxLB5007 LAN BoxSB5006 Service BoxAP4365 Alarm PanelEquipment ApplicabilitySAILOR RT5022 is a simplex/semi duplex VHF radiotelephone, and SAILOR RT5020 is a fullduplex VHF radiotelephone, both designed for maritime communication within the GlobalMaritime Distress and Safety System, GMDSS, with DSC capability.SAILOR RT5022 and SAILOR RT5020 are able to operate on all international VHF channels.DeclarationSAILOR RT5022 and SAILOR RT5020 conform to the Maritime Equipment Directive 96/98 EC and2002/75 EC which is shown by conforming to the Harmonised standards EN60945 regardingenvironmental requirements, EN301925 regarding spectrum matters and EN300338 regardingDigital Selective Calling, DSC.SAILOR RT5022 also conforms to FCC rules part 80. FCC ID: TCORT5022Certificate no.MED 96/98 EC Module D certificate - P.117 Notified Body Telefication Telefication 05212002/AA/02Telefication 05218052/AA/00
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