Manual v01.00
Contents
1. vw The squelch should be adjusted to a level where background noise and 2 weak unreadable signals do not open the mute Experience will show what the best setting is for the local environment 8 Part No 912S 00957 A ocean IGNA SAFESEA V100 USER MANUAL To monitor a channel without adjusting squelch settings press and hold the SQ key until a double beep is heard The squelch will remain open while the key remains pressed and will stay on for the time selected in the Menu after the key is released This mode may also be disabled in the Menu 3 8 Lights Adjustment To turn the lights on or off and adjust the level press the 0 key The A or Y keys may now be used to adjust the backlighting level from off through five levels to maximum After two seconds of inactivity the operation of the selection keys will revert to channel change The lights will stay on for a period of 10sec default or as set in the menu Pressing any key will reactivate the lights 3 9 Dual Watch Press the D W key to initiate the Dual Watch mode The radio will now start sampling the selected working channel and channel 16 for signals Pressing the D W or Y key will terminate Dual Watch There will be no action if the radio is on channel 16 when the D W key is pressed 3 10 Tri Watch Pressing and holding the D W key for 1 second will initiate a triple channel watch between the selected working channel the user programmed Call channel2. User Manual CFD vioo VHF GMDSS Handheld Radiotelephone English www oceansignal com LD ocean SIGNAL O 2011 Ocean Signal Ltd The technical data information and illustrations contained in this manual were believed to be correct at the time of print Ocean Signal Ltd reserve the right to change specifications and other information contained in this manual as part of our continual improvement process No part of this manual may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form electronic or otherwise without the prior permission of Ocean Signal Ltd No liability can be accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in this manual Ocean Signal and SafeSea are registered trademarks of Ocean Signal Ltd 2 Part No 912S 00957 BASIC OPERATION e In emergency ensure the yellow Lithium ACTIVATE IN EMERGENCY primary battery is fitted dy Break seal on battery e Before operation break off the red security tag from the battery e Turn on by pressing the 0 key e The radio will turn on with the distress and calling channel 16 already selected e Use the PTT key to transmit e Use the A and Y keys to select the required channel e Use the VOL key followed by the A and Y keys to adjust the speaker volume e Use the SQ key followed by the and Y Pi i keys to adjust the squelch muting level 3 Adjust radio if required Select 0 0 To transmit a MAYDAY call the following Channel
3. and channel 16 Pressing the D W or Y key will terminate Tri Watch A working channel and call channel HOLD v must have been entered before this key 1 sec press will have any action 9 Version 01 00 13 10 2011 ocean SIGNAL 3 11 Scan Press and hold the SCN key until a double beep is heard The radio will now start scanning all the channels in the radio for a signal To exit scan mode press the SCN or Y key Often a channel will appear to exhibit a permanent signal or is frequently used for traffic that is of no interest In this case when the scan has stopped on the channel pressing and holding the SCN key until the double beep is heard will inhibit the channel from being scanned 3 12 Memory Scan To enter the Memory Scan mode press the SCN key The radio will now start scanning only those channels that are entered into the scan memory for a signal y If there are no channels already entered pressing this key will have no effect To exit the Memory Scan mode press the SCN or Y key 3 13 Scan advance In any of the scanning modes pressing the A key will advance the scan on one channel 3 14 Setting Scan Channels In the normal radio mode it is possible to set scanning options for each channel To enter channels into the scan memory select the required channel and double press the SCN key The B legend will appear on the LCD to indicate this channel is in the scan memory If the channel was alr
4. ble in a distress situation Check the primary battery visually to ensure that the break off tab is intact and that there are no signs of damage on the battery case Inspect the radio for signs of damage and using a suitable battery test the radio for transmit and receive using a non emergency channel 6 2 Specifications Transmitter Output Power High 200 2 5Watts Output Power Low 00000 00a ee 1Watt Modulationy aese gi Atta eas we eds FM G3E Modulation Designator 00 16KOG3EJN Deviation sinar eainnt d io i a ab a a nominal 3kHz peak lt 5kHz Adjacent channel power 20 5 lt 70dBc Spurious emissions 00 00200es lt 0 25u4W Receiver Sensitivity MUS 2000022 000 lt 117dBm Audio Output Power 00 00005 0 4 Watts Adjacent Channel Rejection gt 70dB Intermodulation Rejection 268dB Spurious Response Rejection gt 70dB BLOCKING secure ta Dalen gt 90dBpuV Spurious emissions e e lt 2nW Environmental Waterproof o suc a dolo ea d a pene 1metre 1hour Thermalishock iia ca a ai ad is 25 C Drop proof hard surface 1metre any side 18 Part No 912S 00957 6 3 Channels SAFESEA V100 USER MANUAL 1 Low power only Other channels may be available on request if licensed in the reg
5. d for use onboard ships registered in the European Union The SafeSea V100 complies with the GMDSS provisions of part 80 of the FCC rules Europe Marine Equipment Directive MED A 1 5 17 1EC61097 12 1EC60945 USA FCC Approved FCC ID XYEV100 IMO Resolutions A 694 17 MSC 149 77 20 Part No 912S 00957 PR ocean SIGNAL SAFESEA V100 USER MANUAL 6 6 Limited Warranty Your SafeSea V100 radiotelephone is warranted against manufacturing defects and workmanship for a period of two years from date of purchase Ocean Signal Ltd will a its discretion repair or replace a faulty product free of charge including return carriage costs to the owner For further assistance please contact our Technical Service Department Email service oceansignal com Accidental damage and misuse or non approved modifications are not covered by this warranty This warranty does not affect your statutory rights Dealer Stamp Date of Purchase 21 Version 01 00 13 10 2011 Ocean Signal Ltd Unit 4 Ocivan Way Margate CT9 4NN United Kingdom info oceansignal com www oceansignal com
6. e 16 key will select channel 16 at high power Pressing the 16 key again will revert to the previous chan nel Pressing and holding the 16 key until a double beep is heard will select the designated CALL Channel See Section 4 for setting the CALL channel SAFESEA V100 USER MANUAL PRESS ON PRESS amp HOLD OFF 3 secs Version 01 00 13 10 2011 ocean IGNA SAFESEA V100 USER MANUAL 3 5 Transmitting Press the PTT key on the side of the radio to transmit The microphone is located under the speaker grille Release the key when you have finished talking It is good practice to keep transmissions as short as possible This will minimise v battery discharge and ensure that you are not interfering with other users of the channel Ensure the correct channel is selected and that there is no other transmission audible before pressing the PTT to avoid interference with other users Microphone 3 6 Volume Adjustment To adjust the volume level of the speaker press the VOL key The or Y keys may now be used to adjust the volume Up or Down respectively After two seconds of inactivity the operation of the selection keys will revert to channel change 3 7 Squelch Adjustment To adjust the Squelch level press the SQ key The or Y keys may now be used to adjust the Squelch Up or Down respectively After two seconds of inactivity the operation of the selection keys will revert to channel change
7. e Menu mode use the AorY keys to scroll through the options listed above The menu option will be displayed in the additional area of the LCD screen When the desired option is selected press the ENTER SQ key to enable adjusting the setting or value shown in the channel number Use the A or Y keys to adjust the value Press the ENTER SQ key to enter the new value Press the 16 or MENU VOL key to exit Menu mode 12 SAFESEA V100 USER MANUAL HOLD double beep Current Setting Value P DE pa C CD AS MIZZI INE PAU IZ Menu Mode Selected Part No 912S 00957 PR ocean SIGNAL SAFESEA V100 USER MANUAL 4 1 Individual Menu Modes Mem Scan Enable MEAN EN In this Menu mode the channels that are marked with a Y for Memory Scan are shown Any number of channels may be so marked All Channel Scan Inhibit HAZDAN TNH In this Menu mode the channels will be shown for marking as inhibited or for re enabling for All Channel Scan Any number of channels can be so marked Key Lock KES LOK This Menu mode allows the user to toggle the key lock functionality On or Off Key Beep Disable KE SEE This Menu mode allows the user to toggle the first key beep On or Off Note that the second and third beeps remain active Scan Dwell Time SEAN WEL This Menu mode allows selection of the dwell time in Scanning that the radio stays on the channel after the received signal has gone away The value shown i
8. e two types of battery available e The RB5V Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery is suitable for normal everyday use of the radio This battery should only be charged in the recommended charger e The LB4V Lithium primary battery is for use in emergency only This battery is not rechargeable and is protected from accidental use by a break off tab The LB4V is easily identifiable because of its bright yellow colour e A test battery TB6V is also available This battery is intended only for the routine testing of the radios in situations where a rechargeable battery is not required S 5 1 Battery Fitting and Removal PRESS To remove the battery press the grey button on the base of the radio inwards This will release the battery clip and allow the battery to be removed To fit the battery push the top of the battery into the radio before pressing it home at the bottom Ensure that the grey button has locked the battery in place ae 15 Version 01 00 13 10 2011 SAFESEA V100 USER MANUAL 5 2 Warnings Do not attempt to charge the LB4V primary battery Do not short circuit the battery terminals Do not attempt to puncture or dismantle batteries ww Do not incinerate batteries y Avoid exposing batteries to direct sunlight or temperatures below 20 C 4 F or above 60 C 140 F In case of exposure to the cell contents wash the affected area thoroughly and seek medical attention Failure to follow these war
9. eady marked as a Memory Scan channel this operation will remove it from the scan memory and the amp legend will disappear 10 SAFESEA V100 USER MANUAL double beep PRESS x 2 Part No 912S 00957 ocean SIGNAL SAFESEA V100 USER MANUAL To inhibit a channel from the all scan memory press and hold the SCN key until a triple beep is heard This will inhibit the channel from scanning and the legend will appear on the LCD If the channel was already inhibited as a scan channel this operation will re enable it and the legend will disappear triple beep 3 15 Hi Lo The HI LO key will toggle the transmit power from high to low The legend will be shown when low power 1 Watt is selected 3 16 Key Lock Press and hold the HI LO key until a double beep is heard to lock the keypad against accidental use Press and hold HI LO again to unlock the keypad the keylock will be dis abled when the radio is turned off 11 Version 01 00 13 10 2011 ocean SIGNAL 4 MENU MODE In the menu mode the following options are available e Memory Scan Enable e All Scan Inhibit e Key Lock e Key Beep Disable e Scan Dwell Time e Light Dwell Time e Squelch Override Defeat e Squelch Override Time e Calling Channel Select e Last Used Channel Enable e Reset e Serial number e Software Issue To enter the Menu Mode press and hold the MENU VOL key until a double beep is heard Once in th
10. f V100 radio antenna lanyard attached Lithium emer gency battery Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery charger mains adaptor supply lead user manual This package meets the needs of users who in addition to use in emergen cies only also require to operate the radio on a regular basis A test battery TB6V is also available for meeting the requirements of monthly testing and annual inspections without having to break the seal on the emergency battery The V100 is also available with a waterproof accessory socket for the connection of acces sories such as headsets helmets speaker microphones etc Ocean Signal is not able supply these accessories directly but will provide information to your chosen supplier to allow suitable interfaces to be developed 1 1 Exposure to RF Electromagnetic Energy This product has been evaluated for compliance with the FCC RF exposure limits given in CFR 47 part 1 307 b at a distance of greater than 2 5cm 1 2 Warnings Do not operate this radio without the antenna attached or with a O damaged antenna Always operate the radio with the antenna at least 2 5cm 1inch away w from your head and do not transmit for more than 50 of the total time the radio is used Use of the radio in the body worn configuration with accessories is ww limited to Occupational Use only Do not transmit for more than 50 of the total time the radio is used v The use of this radio may be covered by licensing requ
11. ing it into the charger RED LED will not be illuminated Check that the charging Status LED contacts on the battery are clean and retry If the RED LED still fails to light this indicates that the battery is faulty and needs replacing 0 0 It is not recommended to transmit with the V100 while it is in the charger The recommended temperature range for charging the battery is 0 C 32 F to 40 C 104 F The positive wire on the 12V charging lead is marked with a white dashed line 17 Version 01 00 13 10 2011 PR ocean SIGNAL SAFESEA V100 USER MANUAL 6 APPENDIX 6 1 Maintenance and Troubleshooting The V100 Radiotelephone should not need servicing during its lifetime with the exception of changing the primary Lithium battery before the marked expiry date The following pro cedure is recommended to be carried out on a monthly basis Regular cleaning inspection and testing are advised clean any grime or salt residue off the unit with a weak solution of detergent in warm water Dry radio thoroughly after clean ing Never use solvents as this may affect the structural integrity of the plastics used Testing should be carried out every month and should include a brief test transmission to another VHF radiotelephone The test may be carried out using a spare LBAV a test battery TB6V or using the rechargeable option RB5V Do not use the lithium battery provided for emergency use as this will reduce the capacity availa
12. ion of use Rx Tx IJU IC Rx Tx I ul c 06 156 300 S s s 67 156 375 s s s 08 156 400 S S S 68 156 425 s s s 09 156 450 S S S 69 156 475 Ss S Ss 10 156 500 S S S 71 156 575 s Ss s 11 156 550 S S S 72 156 625 S S S 12 156 600 S S S 73 156 675 S S S 13 156 650 S S S 74 156 7235 Ss S Ss 14 156 700 S S S 75 156 775 st s 15 156 750 S s S 76 156 825 st s 16 156 800 S S S 77 156 875 s Ss s 17 156 850 s s s In some regions an alternative channel set may be allowed When available an additional menu item will be present labelled Locale Select this option to toggle between the listed regions that channel sets are available for 19 Version 01 00 13 10 2011 ocean SIGNAL SAFESEA V100 USER MANUAL 6 4 Accessories Lithium primary battery LB4V For use as an emergency battery compliant with the GMDSS carriage requirements Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery RB5V Rechargeable battery for everyday use Test battery TB6V Alkaline battery for monthly testing of the V100 Lithium Polymer battery charging kit 7215 00622 Includes the RC1V rapid charger for the RB5V mains adaptor with universal plugs and a 12 Volt supply lead 6 5 Approvals The SafeSea V100 complies with the requirements of Annex A 1 5 17 of European Directive 98 85 EC as amende
13. irements in the country of use Please check with your local regulatory body before use 5 Version 01 00 13 10 2011 SAFESEA V100 USER MANUAL 1 Antenna Socket 2 Accessory socket Option 3 ON OFF and LIGHTS key 4 Volume select key 5 Channel 16 select key 6 Squelch select key 7 Hi Lo Power key 8 Speaker and Microphone 9 Scan key 10 Dual Watch D W key 11 Channel Up Down keys 12 Press to Talk PTT key Sooo Battery Status Keypad Locked Lights Active Confirmation Transmit Receive Low Power Tx Call Channel Scan Inhibit 10 Memory Scan Enable 11 Channel number 12 Additional Information 13 Accessory Fitted 0 09 A CIE ONS 6 Part No 912S 00957 ocean SIGNAL 3 OPERATION Ensure the radio is fitted with a charged battery before commencing use The primary battery will have the tab intact indicating that it has full capacity 3 1 Switching On Press the key to turn the SafeSea V100 on The LCD will start showing information with channel 16 as the selected channel 3 2 Switching Off Press and hold the YY key for 3 seconds to turn the radio off The display will show a 3 second countdown then the LCD will go blank 3 3 Channel Selection Pressing the or Y keys will scroll through the available channels Release the key when the required channel is displayed See Section 6 3 for the available channels 3 4 Channel 16 selection Pressing th
14. l Watch 2 2 ss eee eee mate ma a A 9 3 10 Tris Wateh nica ceata sect tae dienes a ei ede da Sk dc ac 9 A NO 10 3 12 Memory Scan oiean aaa a ea pa e da a setea a a E 10 3 13 Scan advance 2 cece cece ee cece eee evens a a a 10 3 14 Setting Scan Channels 0 000 c eee eee 10 3 15 HILO A wk eat eased ade ate Rai E dea 11 A Key Lock 4 oie A ig E teria ai ale a e 11 4 MenuiMOde Cuit id a aaa ta eae thea alee 12 4 1 Individual Menu Modes ec cece eee eee ete teen eee 13 5 Batteries sos cir cent via aa 15 5 1 Battery Fitting and Removal 000 eee eee eee 15 5 2 Warnings wn circ d it aa coe i aia 16 D3 El Ll AAA A diet cov dew Bea Zou verte AS te 17 6 Appendix cc a dn Ge A ered 18 6 1 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 2 200 cece eee eee eee 18 6 2 Specifications 3 00 2 ci a ede se uzate bbe al i hhc ia it E 18 6 3 Channels see ee e ceva ease eee ve a ee eee 19 6 4 Accessories sis apc iat a e anti facets en ese ai EE at Sen oa 20 6 5 Approvals 2 5 inchs a en wate aaa a at 20 6 6 Limited Warranty coocococcococc eee 21 4 Part No 912S 00957 PR ocean SIGNAL SAFESEA V100 USER MANUAL 1 GENERAL The V100 is supplied in the following packages GMDSS use only consisting of V100 radio antenna lanyard attached Lithium emergency battery mounting bracket user manual This package is ideal for meeting the compulsory installation requirements GMDSS and daily use consisting o
15. nings may result in injury or damage to surrounding property Extreme temperature caused by the failure to observe the above warnings may result in the battery exploding or catching fire Dispose of batteries in a responsible manner National or local regulations on battery disposal may apply including restricting the disposal of batteries in domestic refuse 16 Part No 912S 00957 A ocean SIGNAL SAFESEA V100 USER MANUAL 5 3 Charging The charger will accommodate either the RB5V battery by itself or the V100 fitted with the battery It is possible to store the V100 in the charger with the LBAV fitted without the charger actually operating To release the battery or radio from the charger push the grey paddle lever on the right hand side of the charger to the left Make sure the charger is already powered up The GREEN power LED will be lit Place the radio into the charger base and ensure it locks in place The RED status LED will start flashing to indicate the battery is charging On completion of the charge the RED LED will stop flashing and be permanently illuminated If the battery is faulty or is failing to make contact then the Release lever Always use the recommended charger and mains adaptor when charging the RB5V battery pack The charger may also be connected to a DC supply of between 10 8V and 15 6V 12 Volt battery system Always make sure the battery or radio with battery inserted is dry before plac
16. procedure should be followed Adjust 0 O Ensure the radio is turned on channel 16 is Volume selected and the PTT key is pressed Announce Adjust the following clearly into the radio i O gt aQ MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY 4 Press PTT key to transmit This is Ship s Name This is Ship s Name This is Ship s Name MAYDAY Ship s Name or Call Sign Position LAT and LON or description Nature of Distress is State the aid required The Number of Persons on board is DEACTIVATE followed by any useful information A PRESS AND HOLD Over 3 Version 01 00 13 10 2011 ocean SIGNAL SAFESEA V100 USER MANUAL CONTENTS A eae Pe aes eee Pie eee eee Siren bees 5 1 1 Exposure to RF Electromagnetic Energy 02 eeee eee o 5 T27 Warnings usina oso Mie ten eet Le el de ieee AEs eae 5 2 VIOO OVERVIOW iii tt Satan are a a ar a eA ae Dy die arene ences ee 6 3 Operation e i A at io Nuca Ee ne eh o N 7 3 1 Switching On isasun eee ees eee e aaa a eee eee eee eee ee eee 7 3 2 Switching Off coi hee e do aa ete 7 3 3 Channel Selection cece cece cece ete teen eee eee 7 3 4 Channel 16 selection 0 c cece eee eee ete eee 7 3 5 Transmitting snsc eee va Por pe ac aaa o aaa ee ai 8 3 6 Volume Adjustment 000 eee eee 8 3 7 Squelch Adjustment enaa h eee 8 3 8 Lights Adjustment 0 cece eee 9 3 9 Dua
17. s in seconds Light Dwell Time LITE E This menu mode allows selection of the time that the lights stay on after the last key press The value shown is in seconds it Squelch Override 34 cer EH The Menu mode option allows Me user to enable or disable the squelch override mode Squelch Override Time 33 TIMER This option allows the time the squelch override is open It can be adjusted from 0 to 10seconds Select the value of 0 seconds to only open the squelch while the key is depressed Calling Channel Select CALL CHAN This Menu mode allows selection of the Calling channel This is the channel that the 16 key uses to toggle between channels 13 Version 01 00 13 10 2011 ocean SIGNAL SAFESEA V100 USER MANUAL Last Used Channel enable L ST CHAN This menu mode sets the radio to use the last used channel when it is turned on The Default is Off in which case channel 16 is the default channel on turn on Reset RESET This Menu Mode will clear all user settings and return them to the factory defaults Serial number SERIAL NI This Menu Mode displays the radios serial number The value cannot be changed by the user SOFTWARE SL THWAIRIE This Menu mode displays the current software version number The value cannot be changed by the user 14 Part No 912S 00957 Faan IGNA SAFESEA V100 USER MANUAL 5 BATTERIES Always ensure that the correct type of battery is fitted before operating your radio There ar
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search