ENGLISH INDEX - IC Communication
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1. sss 24 10 2 Navigation in the menu of settings 24 10 3 List of settings ssuss 24 10 4 Log list of registered calls 24 10 5 Dir Entries in the directory 25 10 5 a Addition of addresses 25 10 5 6 To modify cancel addresses sse 425 10 6 Posn Setting of position coordinates and adjustment of UTC time 25 10 7 LCD display contrast 26 10 8 Beep Enable disable keypad beep 26 10 9 ZONE Adjustment of UTC time deviation 26 10 10 MMSI Setting of personel MMSI code and MMSI group code s 26 10 11 ATIS Setting of ATIS code and activation deactivation of automatical transmission ises riantes paed niba eene nnne nnne entere Eanna 27 PROGRAMMING AND SELECTION OF PRIVATE CHANNELS eee 28 lu ainule 9 28 12 1 Maintenance and warnings eseeesssssssssesseeeeeee araia aiya gaiiiean iaiia ada 28 TROUBLESHOOTING 4 eeeeseeei sees eeeeeeene seen sane asnn satin sain sas tn satin as sm inaa papaia anian ausa 29 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 30 14 1 Transmitter 30 14 2 JRECCIVG m eea rei e E dieu es ignduodexaved eves EO Ea N OAE teenie 30 aizel o dy n 31 1 ABOVE ALL S2. au 2 a 9 Z m ENGLISH 4 2 Location for the transceiver Before continuing look for a place to install the transceiver which me eee Si Is far enough away from any device sensitive to magnetic electromagnetic fields e g compass in order to avoid interference during their use Allows for accessibility to the front panel of NEPTUNE Provides easy connection to a power supply for the antenna and for other cables Has sufficient space close by for installation of the microphone support Allows for mounting of the antenna at least 1 meter from the transceiver The universal mounting bracket supplied allows for mounting of the transceiver high up with the bracket above the device or on the bridge with the bracket below the device with an angle range of 45 Warning Installation and connections must be performed in part by qualified persons 4 3 Mounting of transceiver To mount the transceiver to your vessel see following picture 10 Choose an appropriate location as explained in the paragraph above Position the mounting bracket on the surface upon which it will be fixed use a pencil to draw the position of the four holes where the screws will be inserted Ensure that the surface intended for the transceiver mounting can be drilled into without provoking damage to other parts of the vessel and be careful to not drill right through it Remove the bracket drill four holes small
3. ENGLISH l The insertion of time coordinates is obligatory to carry out DSC calls If Neptune is connected to a compatible GPS resceiver GPS 200 the setting of these data is not compulsory 10 7 LCD display contrast The user can adjust the display contract to optimise visibility according to ambient conditions 1 Press the function key DSC 2 Press the function key Menu 3 Press the function key LCD 4 Using the function keys corresponding to A W you can increase the contrast of the di splay 5 Confirm by using one of the following buttons C 16 function key DSC or the PTT f This setting remains stored on the Eeprom therefore NEPTUNE will maintain the same settings when the radio is turned on again 10 8 Beep Enable disable keypad beep In order to activate or to inhibit the beep to the pressure of the keys operate as follows Press the function key DSC Press the function key Menu Press the function key More Press the function key More Pressing the function key Beep activates or disables the acoustic message to the pressure of the keys This setting remains stored on the Eeprom therefore NEPTUNE will maintain the same settings when the radio is turned on again Oc onn Bs 10 9 ZONE Adjustment of UTC time deviation The user can program the time deviation with respect to the UTC time so the transceiver s di splay will
4. OFF VOLUME knob Turns NEPTUNE on off and regulates audio volume reception The radio is turned off when you completely rotate the knob counter clockwise until it clicks SQUELCH knob Regulates the squelch level noise silencer in absence of signals MICROPHONE socket Insert the mike connector into this socket Alphanumerical keypad The keypad gives the possibility to select channels to add your own MMSI identification code and to activate deactivate many other functions described in the following pages FUNCTION keys They enable to enter into the menu pages to activate some functions such as Triple Watch SCAN or to activate the ATIS mode H L button Push the H L button to select high transmission power 25W or low power 1W The LCD display will show HI high power or LO low power The H L function is accessible in normal VHF or MEM mode button Hold the button down to activate the display and keypad backlight LITE appears on the display You can select 4 different backlight levels 8 D W button This button activates the Dual Watch function able to search alternatively the tuned channel and channel 16 9 Button 16 Pressing the 16 button provides quick access to channel 16 10 DISTRESS button The button below a soft cover sends a DISTRESS call for help The signal also includes your MMSI identification code and the nature of the distress If a GPS is connected to the device data regarding position
5. 1 2 d Environmental 1 Pay attention to ambient conditions although NEPTUNE is designed to operate under the most severe conditions it is important to avoid exposure to environments that are excessively humid or dusty or to temperatures outside the 15 to 55 C range Also avoid exposure to direct sunlight i Avoid jarring and excessive vibration NEPTUNE is built to resist mechanical shock and vibration as long as these are within the norm for any electrical device 1 Do not use this device in potentially explosive environments A single spark may cause an explosion 1 3 ETSI Information ETSI European Telecommunications Standards Institute has established specific requirements EN 301 025 1 2 3 for marine transceivers with DSC function class D For use on non SOLAS vessels 1 4 Registration of your Marine Transceiver For using GMDSS and DSC functions the operator must have a GMDSS radio operator s certifi cate SRC or LRC and apply for a ships MMSI number at the local radio authority Without MMSI number the radio can only be used as conventional VHF marine radio without DSC For seagoing ships entering the European inland waterways you can apply for an additional licence and can obtain an ATIS number for the ship s radio station For ships operating only on inland waterways a ship s licence can be obtained for ATIS mode only Switching to ATIS mode is requested on all european inland waterways In ATIS mode automaticall
6. 275 156 325 156 375 156 425 156 475 156 525 156 575 156 625 156 675 156 725 156 775 156 825 156 875 156 925 156 975 157 025 157 075 157 125 157 175 157 225 157 275 157 325 157 375 S Simplex D Duplex obligatory low transmission power of 1 Watt classified to DSC communications 31 T 2 E 2 r4 i
7. Z 7 To programm the MMSI code press the function key corresponding to gt situated right below 8 On the display will appear the message Enter Group MMSI now program 8 numbers the first fixed number is O zero and confirm by pressing the E button It is possible to change the MMSI group code whenever you want while the personal MMSI code can be inserted only one time for this reason we recommend to pay attention If you have accidentally inserted an incorrect code you will have to return the device to your approved vendor for a complete reset AUN I pH E 2 Z i Ships MMSI 900000000 Group MMSI 10 11 ATIS Setting of ATIS code and activation deactivation of automatical transmission 1i Be careful to insert the correct code Once the code has been saved it cannot be modi fied Press the function key DSC Press the function key Menu Press the function key More Atis MMSI Press the function key More Press the function key Atis The display will show AA hat Press the key corresponding to P Atis disable On the display will appear the message Enter atis MMSI The ATIS ID number is a ten digit number given by the authorities always be ginning with 9 The first number 9 is stored already thus it is need only to enter the following 9 digits Example You received from the Ships MMSI 9 Insert the last 9 digits 211015923
8. a DISTRESS call IMPORTANT You can only send a DSC call if you have been assigned an individual MMSI code and this code has been programmed into the transceiver otherwise the following commands will be deactivated For this operation see par 10 10 1i Sending a distress call without founded reason is a criminal offence Never use this fun ction unless you find yourself in a situation that merits asking for help You can carry out the distress call through the following procedure 1 Open the DISTRESS cover by pushing it to the right and hold it open 2 Press momentarily the DISTRESS button below The display shows S 3 Press the function key corresponding to Undefined in order to se lect the nature of the call the pre selection is UNDEFINED A UNDEFINED B ABANDONING PIRACY M O B man over board FIRE FLOODING COLLISION GROUNDING LISTING SINKING ADRIFT 4 To send out the distress call hold down the DISTRESS button for 5 seconds An acoustic alert will emit and the distress call will be carried out on channel 70 even when the channel is in use 5 After the distress call the transceiver will simultaneously check chan nel 70 and channel 16 on a receipt of DSC confirmation and meanwhile appears following T 6 Atthis point zr rgommoo 8 22 Distress Alert 44 44N 810 39E gt 09 40 UTC gt Undefined gt 8 22 Distress Sent Awaiting Reply T If the distress call is
9. and confirm by pressing the E but ton The display will show AB ok Your marine transceiver is able to activate if necessary an automa Atis disable tic transmission of your ATIS identification code each time the PTT is released This function is only used when navigating in internal navigable European waters which require automatic transmission of identification The user can request an ATIS code from the same organization in their Atis MMSI community which licenses radio operators Program the code as descri 111111111 bed previously 1 In order to activate it press the function key correspondent to Atis disable On the display will appear AC Atis enable 2 Confirm by pressing one of the following buttons 16 C or PTT ONOTRWNH 27 ENGLISH 3 When the ATIS function is activated ATIS will appear on the upper part of the display if regulations in your community do not allow you programming the ATIS code by yourself contact your approved vendor for programming l Activate the ATIS code only when requested by the proper authorities We remember that when the ATIS function is activated DSC call are disabled 11 Programming and selection of private channels Only authorized customers are allowed to use private channels For the use in Germany an additional license is requested For detailed informations contact your local radio communica tions authorities To program the private channels it is necessar
10. is 4 Once all channels are stored the scanning can begin SCAN ME MORY Press the function key corresponding to the indication M S The channels will be monitored and the display will show the indication M S which indicates the scanning of the stored channels Adv 4 50 and Del in relation to the 2 function keys Every time a signal disturb ni TAi is found on a channel the scanning stopps for a few seconds in order to give the user a chance to respond to the call or to cancel the chan De nel if necessary f Note Scanning does not function correctly if the squelch is not regulated as described in par 5 3 iis 6 4 b Reception Transmission during SCAN MEMORY Reception If NEPTUNE finds a signal the scanning interrupts The display indicates RX instead of M S and the communication will be received through the loudspeaker Transmission It is possible to transmit at any time also when the scanning is active In that case NEPTUNE will always transmit on channel 16 if instead the transmission is done after a signal has been found the device will transmit on the previously busy channel After the tran smission the scanning comes interrupted 6 4 c To delete To jump a pre selected channel in memory If during the scanning a signal is received on an undesired or disturbed channel it is possible to cancel the channel in a definitive way or to jump the channel momentarily In order to execute
11. one of the same type and value Never short circuit it as this may damage the radio 4 7 b GPS device If your NEPTUNE transceiver is connected to a GPS resceiver such as the GPS 200 you can obtain and view NMEA information relative to the current position the vessel latitude and longitu de and the local time with respect to Greenwich Mean Time GMT I 2 E 2 Z i 4 7 c Antenna The antenna is an extremely important part of the device and noticeably influences the settings of any telecommunications device Contact your supplier regarding the antenna and request advice about how to mount and best connect it to your transceiver 7 Warning Ensure the antenna is in perfect working order It may otherwise seriously damage the radio A periodical measurement of the stationary waves is advised using a suitable SWR metre 5 BASIC OPERATION 5 1 Turning NEPTUNE on off To turn the transceiver on rotate the OFF VOLUME knob clockwise until it clicks on You will hear a beep acoustic signal and the LCD display will come on the device is turned on to VHF mode To turn the transceiver off rotate the knob counter clockwise until you hear further click the LCD display will turn off amp it your transceiver is not connected to a GPS resceiver it is necessary to insert manually your coordinates otherwise an alarm will continue to sound For further details see par 7 1 5 2 Volume regulation Bring the OFF VOLUME knob fir
12. received and confirmed by another DSC radio station the acoustic alarm will stop sounding and the display will return to normal use in VHF mode on channel 16 sending on high transmission power fno confirmation is received the device will re send the distress call at intermissions of 3 5 4 5 minutes even with channel 70 in use until a confirmation is received or until the user manually cancels the call through the C button 1 Pressing button 16 the transceiver will return to normal VHF operation but the call will not be cancelled and the person who responded to the call may not have called off rescue operations from the receiver of the call 22 It is possible to arrest the acoustic alarm by pressing the button C or 16 if at step 4 the user stops pressing the DISTRESS button before 5 seconds have elapsed the distress call will not be sent To exit and return to VHF mode press button 16 The acoustic alarm will only stop definitively once the transceiver has received confirmation 9 Receiving a DSC call When the user receives a DSC call the transceiver will automatically respond according to the type of call Information shown on the LCD display will vary according to the type of call Refer to the dia gram below for several examples DISTRESS CALL 9 45 Distress OK Alert STOP From 10000000 On CH 16 v GENERAL CALL TO ALL VESSELS 9 45 ALL SHIP OK URGENCY STOP From 10000000
13. the current channel m The Triple Watch function can be stopped by pressing the C button the PTT or the 16 buttons or by sending out a DSC call For both modes the operation can be reassumed with the following diagram ATART DUAL WATCH START DUAL WATCH START DUAL WATCH 17 ENGLISH l Similar to scanning of marine channels Dual Watch and Triple watch arrest when a signal is found and remain blocked for a few seconds after the signal disappears in order to give the user a chance to respond to a call if necessary Dual Triple Watch cannot function correctly if the squelch is not correctly regulated as described in par 5 3 f Because of regulations for inland waterways Dual Triple watch can not be activated in ATIS mode 6 4 Memory channels MEM mode 4 50 INT DSC 6 4 a Memory scanning SCAN MEMORY 1 Similar to the scan function memory scan will cycle sequentially throu LiTE M S gh the channels but only those which have been pre selected at least Scan 3 2 Press the function key corresponding to the indication M S G The radio emits 2 beeps and on the display appears for ca 2 seconds the indication M S Sel H 4 50 3 Select another channel and repeat the procedure mentioned above MS T In order to eliminate a channel erroneously inserted into scan cycle select the channel press and hold the function key corresponding to Ws the indication M S until the display shows M S Del I
14. AFETY 1 1 Symbols used For ease and convenience of viewing NEPTUNE uses symbols to highlight urgent situations practical advice and general information 7 Warnings such as this shown using an open hand symbol indicate a crucial description regarding technical repairs dangerous conditions safety warnings advice and or impor tant information Ignoring these symbols may result in serious problems and or damage and or personal injury fl Notes such as this one indicate practical advice that we suggest be followed for optimal performance with NEPTUNE 1 2 Warnings 1 2 a General 1 This device has been tested for compliance with Class D digital marine device limits These limits were created to allow for reasonable protection against damaging interfe rence 1 This device is to be used solely as an aid to navigation Its settings may be influenced by diverse factors such as defects or malfunction of the device environmental conditions or improper use 1 It is the user s responsibility to observe reasonable prudence and judgement in naviga tion and as such this device should not be considered a substitute for this reasonable prudence and judgement 17 Do not open the radio for any reason NEPTUNE s precision mechanics and electronics require expertise and specialized equipment for the same reason the radio should under no circumstances be realigned as it has already been calibrated for maximum performan ce Unauthorized o
15. D and ATIS function for European inland wate rways Principal commands duplicated on the microphone for faster accessibility channel selec tion and channel 16 recall Backlit LCD display and adjustable contrast constantly shows NEPTUNE s parameters and settings and occurs a optimal visualization Possibility to program 20 private channels and 16 MMSI numbers by means of the optional programming kit PGR NEPTUNE We remind that the use of private channels is controlled by the national competent authorities for this reason we suggest you contact the local radio com munication authorithies For the use in Germany a special licence is requested Only authorized persons are allowed to use private channels when shipping on European inland waterways Extraordinary capability for water resistance conforms with the standard IP54 Recall button for Channel 16 for instant access to channel 16 the universal marine channel for emergency contact NMEA connection use the interface cable supplied for easy connection from transceiver to optional GPS system such as GPS 200 or other compatible GPS Once connected the display will show the automatically updated coordinates latitude and longitude and time data DSC Digital Selective Calling for security on the water and the ability to make quick calls automatically the transceiver supports DSC Digital Selective Calling operations with a spe cifically designed DSC unit which conforms to
16. INDEX 1 ABOVE ALL SAFETY da aieiaa aa 3 14 SyMbolS used irigi naian anie eaea aaiae 3 1 2 Warnings nese ucc 1 2 b Radiofrequency installation caesis eese eene nannten nnne 1 2 c Automatic Transmitter Identification System ATIS wee 12 0 Environmental cccescavecescvstisesccedeneteetsbepesonsateenecedeererastxeacedbucesivetedevessecasteciavedy t3 ETSlInforiation iecit rrr reget rhon re nine rre ane t ere 1 4 Registration of your Marine Transceiver set 1 5 ASSISTANCO 1 6 Manual Notes erit ciment brane nra ren deno E nai l aie cujum 5 2 1 GONCL ALCS 5 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS cccceesssseesseessteesnenssneesseessneenseeeens 6 3 1 Eront panel erit rte e Aiea coetui cepi titer dentinal aep o depo dtd 3 2 Back panel connections duit 3 3 MIGROPHONG IE INSTALLATION P M 9 41 Gontents of package riter neri nucon aer re err tees 9 4 2 Location for the tramSCeiVel sessescssssenssersscesssssenececceesseescesonsesensenseasocsensorsonsenoees 10 4 3 Mounting of transceiver 4 4 Adjustment of angles cies 22 iconic cete cec rele tence t eo Ep o te ecce ox 4 5 Installation of the antenna electromagnetic exposure eseeeeeeen
17. On CH 16 9 45 Individual OK Call STOP From BOB On CH 14 INDIVIDUAL CALL 9 45 Individual OK Call STOP From 10000000 On CH 14 9 45 ALL SHIP OK SAFETY STOP From 10000000 On CH 16 9 1 a Receiving a distress call When the transceiver receives a distress call an acoustic alarm will sound The pressure to the function key STOP will deactivate the alarm When the signal also includes position and time data these informations will appear on the display If no position and time data are included in the signal the display will indicate 99 99 999 99 88 88 9 1 b General call to all ships When the transceiver receives a general call related to all vessels it automatically moves to the communication channel and emits an acoustic emergency alarm The pressure of the function key STOP will deactivate the alarm 9 1 c Individual call When the transceiver receives an individual call it automatically moves to the channel indicated by the DSC signal and emits a tone to alert the user of an incoming call The pressure of the function key STOP will deactivate the alarm The MMSI owner code contained in the signal appears on the display If the MMSI owner code has been programmed previously with name in the directory the name of the caller appears too Every time NEPTUNE receives a call distress individual or general an entry will be stored in the list of registered calls LOG E LLL au 2 d 9 Z m ENGLI
18. SH 10 CUSTOMIZATION 10 1 Menu settings NEPTUNE can carry out a series of settings in order to personalize the transceiver to your requi rements and to insert the necessary data to its operation 10 2 Navigation in the menu of settings To access the menu of setting use the functions keys All programmed settings are stored in non volatile memory 10 3 List of settings Following find the possible settings Call directory of stored DSC calls type individual or distress cal ls Directory of MMSI owner names MMSI codes and their detai ls Manual programming of coordinates and the UTC time setting in the absence of GPS Adjustment of keypad beep Local and UTC time deviation settings Entry of your individual MMSI code and you MMSI group code Entry of your indiviual ATIS code for navigation in inland wa terways and switching on off the automatical transmission of the signal Display contrast adjustment 10 4 Log list of registered calls With this menu you can consult a directory of the latest registered calls in analogous way to the registers of calls on a cellular phone 1 Press the function key DSC 2 Press the buttons DSC and Log It will be shown the latest registered message 3 By pressing the function key corresponding to Back all the other registered messages will be shown 4 Using the function keys corresponding to the symbol Y you will get some more informations coordinate
19. Send and confirmed by pressing the E button 7 After the call execution the radio operates as follows Ifyou have carried out a call to a ship after the call you will get an answer the radio will move to the channel previously selected under step 3 4 8 At this point If the call comes confirmed from the other part the display shows the message L In this case the answer is reached from ship 100000000 and the possible communication channel will be CHO6 9 45 To confirm the reception of the received message NEPTUNE will INDIVIDUAL OK emit an acoustic message that can be interrupted by pressing the Call STOP function key corresponding to OK or STOP a Pressing OK beyond interrupting the acoustic signalling NEPTUNE From 10000000 is syntonized on the communication channel in our example 06 On CH 06 If no function key comes pressed at that time 1 minute the acoustic message will extinguish automatically Ifthe call does not come comfirmed the display will indicate M by pressing the function key correponding to Stop the radio will return Waiting for to the normal radio mode acknowledge Once inside a sub menu you can return at any time to the main individual CALL menu Routine to by pressing the C button and terminating the 06 current operation Stop 20 8 5 Group calling Group Call This function allows the user to call a specific group of stations which have the same MMSI group code memorized
20. and time are also included in the call For further details see para graph 8 7 f The Distress function or any other DSC transmission function is not operative until a MMSI user code has been inserted 11 LCD Display The large LCD liquid crystal display constantly shows the operating status of the device as well as being a function guide thanks to its easily readable dot matrix area 12 Internal speaker Guarantees clear listening of communications 3 2 Back panel connections 7 Warning Faulty connections or short circuits may seriously damage NEPTUNE Before attempting any connections consult the specialized sections of this manual mme i ee ay 1 Antenna socket This SO 239 socket is for connecting an appropriate antenna 2 Power cable This red black cable has to be connected to a power source of 12 Vdc red is positive Atten tion for 24 V power sources a converter is needed 3 Socket for additional external loudspeaker You can use this jack for the connection to a suitable external loudspeaker optional if nee ded 4 GPS connector Allows for connection to the optional receiver module GPS200 cod C723 or other compati ble receiver for obtaining viewing and transmitting with DSC information regarding position and current time data au 2 d 9 Z m ENGLISH 3 3 Microphone 1 UP and DOWN buttons These two buttons change the tuning channel The first scrolls upwar
21. ds through the tuned marine channels the second scrolls downwards Button 16 For ease of use button 16 performs the same function as the button 16 on the front panel of the transceiver PTT push to talk Pressing this button will begin transmission Microphone During transmission speak a few centimeters from the microphone fo 2202020202020202 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0202070202000000 OOOOOOOO 4 INSTALLATION 4 1 Contents of package O O C O O a qe A H a iiii 127 ee E X H auc o 1 14 13 Before using your transceiver ensure that your package is complete and contains 1 Mounting bracket 2 DC power cord with integrated protecting fuse Knobs 2 pieces Mounting piece for microphone Self threading screws for mounting bracket 4 pieces Screws for mounting bracket 4 pieces Washers 4 pieces Grained washers 4 pieces Nuts 4 pieces Self threading screws for microphone mount 2 pieces Screws for the microphone mount 2 pieces Washers 2 pieces Grained washers 2 pieces Nuts 2 pieces 15 Certificate of warranty and instruction manual not shown amp Depending on the model some parts may already be attached connected to the device In any case if any parts are missing immediately contact your supplier 3 4 5 6 T 8 9 1 1 1 1 1 O1 amp QN a 0o
22. e scanning list Ena M S 2 Hold pressed for 2 seconds the function key corresponding to the word Scan SCAN B the radio beeps twice and on the display appears for a short moment the indication Scan Ena C 3 If you desire to cancel a channel from the scanning list repeat the pro cedure as described at point 2 In that case the display is showing Scan Inn 4 Once created your list you can activate the scanning by pressing the function key corresponding to the word Scan B e If you want to eliminate useful if there are distortions or to exclude mo mentarily useful for undesired conversations a channel during scan ning operate as follows DEFINITIVE EXCLUSION OF A CHANNEL If your NEPTUNE is operating on a disturbed channel press the func 9 50 tion key correponding to the word Inn E INT DSC Hi e MOMENTARILY EXCLUSION OF A CHANNEL i Press the function key corresponding to the indication Adv to advan LITE Inh ce the scanning and to eliminate definitivly this channel from the scan V ning list At the end of the complete scanning cycle the channel pre viously jumped will be monitored again The scanning can be stopped by pressing the buttons C or button 16 on the microphone or by sending out a DISTRESS call Your tran Sceiver will stop on the current channel if you pressed button C or on channel 16 if you pressed 16 or PTT on the microphone Note Scanning does not function correctly if
23. earing you Reception is broken and or disturbed Impossible to transmit or use high transmission power DSC MMSI or ATIS functions unusable Vessel battery runs down sooner than expected Scanning and or Dual Triple Watch malfunctioning The protection fuse has shorted located on the power cable Verify the cause of the pro blem and substitute the fuse Antenna is not correctly Verify that antenna is properly anms ENEMIES ae Volume level is too low level is too low Adjust volume level volume level Squelch level is too high Adjust squelch level Distance is too far and low transmission power LO was accidentally selected Squelch level is too high Signal is too weak other party is too far away and or antenna is blocked by obstacles Other users are using the same radio channel Other interference devices televisions computers transceivers etc too close to NEPTUNE Some channels operate only on low power or are only for reception Individual MMIS and or ATIS codes have not been pro grammed Excessive use of transmission Squelch has not been cor rectly adjusted Verify channel and if neces sary change channel Select high transmission power HI Try to completely open the squelch and or move closer to the other party Verify radio traffic on desired channel and if necessary change channel Move other interference devi ces further from NEPTUNE Tune to another c
24. ee 11 4 6 Mounting of Microphone 47 GONNCCHIONS 4 7a I Es 4 7 b GPS device NBI BASIC OPERATION aiana ik 13 5A Turning NEPTUNE orVoff rnnt rtt tenter nn rt epe noy cena 13 5 2 Nol me regulatiOn oec iere toon er rut i cep epe ne ceti e ape aden cua cx 5 3 Squelch Regulation 5 4 Selecting an operating channel eeeeeeeeeeee eene nennen enne nnne 5 4 a With alphanumerical keypad esssissssisssssiiss eset n eniin nnn nnns nnns nnns 5 4 6 Using the microphone buttons UP or DOWN 5 5 Transmission and reception 1 eene cet ren rezkc neret pere stie er Bree sete cune eO 5 6 Selecting high and low transmission power essere 5 7 Instant recall of channel 16 5 8 Display lighting a toe Doe Econ nett ceret dees edie ee teens oe e vae CR SCANNING FUNCTIONS eeeeesieeeeeeeeeenesetnsasnsa sina sinas tensa stad asma assa saa a sana asma as sn aa snaa 6 4 Ghannel scanning 5 coeno aaan rte tt rcnt erret er cena 6 2 Dual Watch and Triple Watch ssesssssssssssssssesseeeeee enne nenne nnn nnne nnne nennen 6 3 Activation of Dual Watch Triple 6 4 Memory channels MEM mode ssesesssssesseeseeeeenenee nnne entere nnne nnne nnns 6 4 4 M
25. emory scanning SCAN MEMORY sisse enenatis nnn 6 4 b Reception Transmission during SCAN MEMORY 6 4 c To delete To jump a pre selected channel in memory esses 18 I 2 m o Z m ENGLISH 10 11 12 13 14 15 USE WITH GPS 19 4 4 Function ince enee 19 7 2 GPS information on the display essent 19 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING DSOC 4 eeeeeeeeeeeee eese senes enean snnt nnn 19 8 1 Introduction sese 19 8 2 Mobile Marine Identification Service MMSI 19 8 3 Navigating the DSC menu 20 8 4 Individual call ROUTINE TO 20 8 4 a Sending an individual call 20 8 5 Group calling Group Call 21 8 5 a Sending a group call eese 321 8 6 General call to all ships ALL SHIP SAFETY ALL SHIP URGENCY 21 8 6 a Sending a call to all ships eene 21 8 7 DSC DISTRESS call 22 8 7 2 Sendinga DISTRESS cai esios erret reo iine eire urs 22 RECEIVING A DSC CALL a ieeseseeeseeeeeeeeeeeeesene sensa tesa ansa tna ninne sinas insat snas ansa ansa 23 9 1 a Receiving a distress call 9 1 b General call to all ships 23 9 1 6 Individual cal E 23 CUSTOMIZATION E 24 10 1 Menu settings
26. enu you can return at any time to the main CALL menu by pressing the C button T 2 E 2 Z ii 8 6 General call to all ships d ALL SHIP SAFETY ALL SHIP URGENCY ALESHIP Type Ch 16 8 6 a Sending a call to all ships 0 1 Send i Sending a distress call without founded reason is a criminal offence Never use this function unless you find yourself in a situation that merits requiring help You can carry out a call to all ships through following procedure Press the function key related to the written DSC ALL SHIP Press the function key related to Call URGENCY Press one time the function key Type in order to select the type of call SAFETY otherwise press two times to select the type URGENCY P Q 0 1 5 Select the type of desired call and press the function key corresponding to Send Channel 16 is automatically selected and the display reque sts confirmation before sending the call with the message R 6 At this point If you wish to confirm the call press the E button to continue ALL SHIP Ifyou don t want to carry out the call because of errors press the 16 URGENCY button or the C button to leave the menu On Ch 16 7 The call will be carried out on channel 70 The radio then will return to Press E to VHF mode on channel 16 fugimus 21 ENGLISH d During this procedure you are able to return to the main CALL menu by pressing the C button 8 7 DSC DISTRESS call 8 7 a Sending
27. er in diameter than the screws and reposition the mounting bracket aligning it with the four holes Screw in the mounting screws and ensure the bracket is fixed firmly using the screws the grained washers the flat washers and the nuts supplied If you are not able to reach the back part of the bracket surface to fix the nuts onto the screws use threaded screws to fix the bracket 5 Tighten the screws with a screwdriver so that the bracket is firmly fixed to the surface 6 Align the transceiver on the bracket ensuring the holes of the internal part of the bracket line up with those on both sides of the transceiver you can choose the preferred notch in order to best adjust the angle of the transceiver s front panel for ease of viewing and use 15 of variation for each notch 7 Mount the mounting knobs on the two sides of the bracket to soundly fix the transceiver 17 Keep the transceiver and microphone at a distance of at least 1 meter from all other ma gnetic devices e g compass on your vessel 4 4 Adjustment of angle To change the angle of inclination after installation 1 Loosen the mounting knobs on the sides of the bracket 2 Adjust the transceiver to a better angle lining up the holes of the internal part of the bracket with those on both sides of the transceiver 3 Tighten the knobs to fix the transceiver into place x 2 EN 2 Z m 4 5 Installation of the antenna electromagnetic exposure F
28. hannel Program the codes Try to reduce transmission ti mes and or use low transmis sion power Adjust squelch level 5 4 5 6 Adjust squelch level 29 ENGLISH ENGLISH 14 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Channels 35 e I tel nieder p rs ri merae La Peeters teri Ea iA All 57 international marine channels C see section 15 with programming for ships under flag of Norway Denmark m Finland Great Britain iuadd the Netherlands and Belgium following special usual channels are possible rm channels 31 96H 37A P4 L1 L2 L8 F1 F2 F3 Frequency generation PLL synthesizer Frequency range eee peccet punte poc intima ende cap cR nir TX from 156 025 to 157 424 MHz ge ican E ta eee cauta EE caves doe ena ec Ha Litt etus P ee seth EcL i re toe cette RX from 156 300 to 162 000 MHz Antenna Impedance POWerSUPDIY ines Operating temperature cscssccssessessssensersoetessssesseessceusssonseeseeessersenssonees from 15 C to 55 C Size HxLxW 70x160x170 mm Weight device ONIY menais aeni aeei ence pecu ir st reg D atte eee ee eee 1 305 Kg 14 1 Transmitter Q tput pOWOF neenon eren arret rr RSEN ERE rr Une WEE R EE High HI 25W Low LO 1W Modulation Type toni e Ee e EE dr Re ER ENS P CHE ERREUR HR ERR PONERET FM Microphone condenser type Hum and noise attenuation isiu aae i EE EE e nnn nn n
29. in their transceivers and which signals the audio channel the user wishes to speak on Therefore you can only carry out the group call when you have programmed the addresses in a directory like described in par 10 10 8 5 a Sending a group call You can carry out a group call through following procedure 1 Press breafly the function key correponding to Call On the display Routine To appears N 2 Press three times the function key correponding to Type in order to visualize on the display the following situation O 3 The outlined line below under Group Call appears when no address has been programmed in the column Dir 4 Press the function key Ch 06 to access the sub menu 5 Press several times the function key Chan to select one of the 23 available channels simplex channels and confirm by pressing the E button 6 Like mentioned above it is possible to insert manually the address of who is desired to call using the alpghanumerical keypad or to select one of the addresses previously stored maximum 16 by pressing se veral times the function key related to DIR 7 Then after you have selected the communication channel and the owner address the call can be carried out by pressing the function key corresponding to Send and confirmed by pressing the E button 8 At this point you can communicate with the stations on the pre selected channel that have given an answer to you fl Once inside a sub m
30. ired call Once inside a sub menu you can return at any time to the main menu by pressing the C button and terminating the current operation 8 4 Individual call ROUTINE TO The user can carry out an individual call to a specific DSC station a vessel or a costal station To carry out calls you have to enter the MMSI code manually or recall it from the preprogramed MMSI directory For further details on programming the MMSI directory see par 10 5 8 4 a Sending an individual call 9 45 You can carry out an individual call using the following procedure 1 Press briefly the function key corresponding to CALL On the display ap pears J 2 The outlined line below under To Routine appears if no owner name was inserted in the column Dir otherwise a similar situation may appear K 3 Press the function key Ch 06 to access the sub menu 4 Press several times the function key Chan in order to select one of the 23 available channels simplex channels and confirm by pressing the E button Routine To 5 Like mentioned above it is possible to insert manually the address you Titanic desire to call using the alphanumerical keypad or to select one of the addresses previously stored maximum 16 by pressing several times 16 the function key related to the word DIR 6 Then after you have selected the communication channel and the ad dress the call can be carried out by pressing the function key corre sponding to
31. nns nennt nnns nnn 34dB A dio distortion srs E 5 Harmonics reduction i vscccsccscevecsidencecesauscucectuncavecscedcesecuseveteteacceceseusiedautuecvedececen cay HI 80dB LO 60dB 14 2 Receiver Sensitivity 20 AB Sina issis diaii i da dii aE aia Erei lt 0 5uV S N ratio 20dB 0 8uV Sq eleh sensitivity 1 entrent intret eterne rennes threshold 12dByuV EMF Adjacent channel rejection cccececceceesceeeeeceeeeeseeeeeeaeeeeesaeeeeaeeeeesaaeesesaeeeeeeaaeeseneseneenaeeneeaee 70dB Audio output power 2W su 8 Ohm bto lekol io gio ae D 1096 l Note these values are average Actual values may be subject to variation 30 15 Frequency Table CH Frequency MHz TX nx Mode Note Fer ssos woso o For 5 0 1070 o _ os i650 160750 o Foe 56200 8 o os 156250160850 o Foe 1520 15520 s For ssaso os o o 156 400 154 s oo i650 5a S Fo 155 500 155500 s Fw sesso esso s Fw 155 600 155600 s Fw 56050 e s Fw pweno wene s 6 155800 156 800 s e 155800 rers o Fw 156050 ors o E 167 000 tereo o Fe sos erso o 22 wo terro o Fas sss oro o 2a 157200 rere o Fas wras rsrs o ae 167 000 eam o Far wraewweso v Fas 167 400 1e2o o so weos woes o INTERNATIONAL INT Frequency MHz Oo I EC 156 075 156 125 156 175 156 225 156
32. ntrolling VHF MF and HF radio calls It was also designed as part of the global marine security and emergency response system GMDSS It is likely that DSC will eventually replace audio calls on emergency frequencies and will be used to send urgent and routine radio transmitted maritime security information This new service will allow crafts to send receive calls of an emergency urgent security or routine nature to from vessels equipped with a DSC transceiver 1 To avoid accidentally sending a distress call or a call sent incorrectly contact your vendor or local authorities for updates on DSC operating and emergency procedures 1 In European inland waterways DSC function is not allowed 8 2 Mobile Marine Identification Service MMSI amp Important To send receive DSC calls the user must program his personal MMSI code into the transceiver This is a nine digit number used by marine transceivers equipped for DSC digital selective calling This number is used much like a telephone number for contacting other specific vessels For further details on programming your MMSI see par 10 10 19 ENGLISH 8 3 Navigating the DSC menu NEPTUNE offers many DSC functions For this reason it was created a specific menu of settings and activations accessible via the function keys as follows 1 Access the CALL Menu by pressing the related function key 2 Press the function key corresponding to the word Type to select the type of des
33. or optimal radio settings and minimal user exposure to electromagnetic radiofrequency energy ensure that e The antenna is connected to the transceiver and is properly installed e The antenna is situated away from people and is positioned at least one meter from the tran sceiver and microphone The connector is a standard PL259 male UHF 11 4 6 Mounting of Microphone To mount the microphone mount look first for a mounting point close to the transceiver The distance between the transceiver and the wall mount must be less than the length of the mi crophone cable 7 Do not pull excessively on the microphone cord This part is important to the correct function of the device over time pulling may damage the cord and impede the user from transmitting ENGLISH 4 7 Connections Refer to the following diagram External speaker Passage to bronze seal Antenna GPS receiver ae S 9 2 000000000 l lt HI VW 9 LITE M S RX SCAN GHI JKE MNO o NERTUNE a tot 2 000000000 12 4 7 a Power Supply The transceiver power supply must be 12Vdc see specifics in par 14 The red cable must be connected to the positive pin the black to the negative pin 7 Warning A faulty connection may seriously damage the radio 1i The power cable is equipped with a protection fuse If the fuse shorts look for its reason before substituting the cable with a new
34. peak in a normal voice about 5 cm from the microphone 4 When you have finished release the PTT button TX will disappear from the display Now NEPTUNE is in receiving mode silent and waiting for a signal where it will automatically receive any communication 5 6 Selecting high and low transmission power The transmission phase absorbs the most energy To reduce the risk of wearing out the battery we recommend selecting low transmission power when transmitting over short distances Hold the H L button down on the radio Lo low power appears on the display When transmitting or receiving over long distances or with weak signals press the H L button again Lo will be 14 replaced with Hi high power on the display When the transceiver is tuned to a channel limited to low output power pressing the H L button has no effect 5 7 Instant recall of channel 16 Channel 16 is a security and distress channel This channel is used to establish initial contact with another station and for emergency communication This channel can be called up at any time by pressing button 16 on both the transceiver To return to normal operations select another channel using the alphanumerical keypad or the UP DOWN buttons on the microphone By pressing a second time the 16 button the radio returns to the previously used channel before selecting channel 16 1 Do not transmit on channel 16 unless absolutely necessary Doing so may impede emer gency o
35. pening of the transceiver will nullify the warranty 1 2 b Radiofrequency installation i7 Midland recommends following the requirements for prevention of radiofrequency expo sure Unauthorized changes or modifications to this device may invalidate conformity to the ETSI Regulations All changes or modifications must be approved in writing by MIDLAND Corp i This VHF DSC transceiver generates and irradiates electromagnetic energy EME at ra diofrequency RF and as such must be installed and placed in operating conditions that are in conformity with the instructions contained in this manual and with current regula tions Not following these instructions can cause personal injury and or malfunction of the device i Do not use NEPTUNE before connecting a suitable antenna that is in perfect working condition although NEPTUNE is protected this may seriously damage the stages of transmission power 17 Do not use transmit before ensuring proper connection of the antenna During transmis sion remain at a minimum distance of 1mt from the antenna 1 2 c Automatic Transmitter Identification System ATIS 17 Your marine transceiver may activate if necessary the ATIS function The ATIS function may be activated when using the transceiver within the internal navigable waters of Euro pe which require the automatic transmission of identification For further details please contact your local authorities T 2 E 2 z ii ENGLISH
36. perations au 2 zm 9 Z m 5 8 Display lighting If ambient lighting is insufficient for reading the display the LCD display backlighting can be adjusted Hold pressed the button until a desired level is reached or until it has been comple tely turned off If the backlighting is activated the display shows LITE The chosen level of backlighting remains stored also in case of extinction and successive turning on the radio If you desire to switch off the backlighting immediately or if you like to reactivate the previously inserted level press the 3 button 15 ENGLISH 6 SCANNING FUNCTIONS 6 1 Channel scanning NEPTUNE can automatically search for signals throughout the marine band by scanning or selecting the channels in rapid sequence When a signal is detected the scanning pauses on that channel and remains INT DSC i LITE WS Scan 8 22 blocked until the signal ends Before the scanning automatically starts again NEPTUNE waits for a few seconds in case the user wishes if necessary to respond to a call even if in truth you will see the channels being scanned The NEPTUNE scanning happens with a minimum of 2 channels to a maximum of 56 channels on the INT band channel 70 is not selectable 8 22 norderto execute the scanning of the marine channels it is necessary INT DSC to create a list of channels for scanning Operate in the following way Hi T 1 Select a channel you desire to insert into the th
37. s and time 24 10 5 Dir Entries in the directory You can insert into the directory the MMSI codes from frequently called stations by giving them a name e g vessel or owner Then you can search and use them more comfortably When receiving a call MMSI owner name and MMSI code will be displayed 1 Press the function key Menu 2 Press the function key More 3 Press the function key Dir 4 At this point you enter to the directory pages If no MMSI owner ad 9 45 dress was stored the display will show Entry throughout it has been Directory DSC stored one or two MMSI owner addresses the type of indication will View appear as follows Used 01 16 Add 5 By pressing the function key Add you will have the possibility to add further MMSI addresses By pressing the function key VIEW you will have the possibility to modifiy cancel the address shown on the display ENGLISH 10 5 a Addition of addresses 1 Press the function key Add 2 With the alphanumerical keypad the keys are associated with letters like on a cellular phone you are able to write the name you want to associate with the MMSI code f e TOM then press the E button to confirm 3 After the pressure to the E button on the display appears th cursor in correspondence to MMSI Write the identification code using the alphanumerical keypad obliga torily 9 digits 4 Press the E button to confirm 10 5 b To modify cancel addresses 1 Pre
38. show the time for the current time zone Press the function key DSC 9 45 Press the function key Menu DSC Press the function key More ZONE 00 Press the function key More Press the function key Zone The display will show X Show time Pressing the function keys or will set the desired deviation o NOoORWND Acting with the function key 4 will activate or eliminate the visualization of the time data on the display Confirm by pressing one of the following buttons C 16 function key DSC or PTT This setting remains stored on the Eeprom therefore NEPTUNE will maintain the same settings when the radio is turned on again 5 o 10 10 MMSI Setting of personel MMSI code and MMSI group code This function allows the user to insert their personal MMSI identification code assigned by an 26 appropriate authority 17 Be careful to insert the correct personal MMSI code Once the code has been saved it cannot be modified Press the function key DSC Press the function key Menu Press the function key More Press the function key MMSI The display will show To insert the personal MMSI code press the function key to the right Ships MMSI under the arrow corresponding to the script DSC The display will show the message Enter MMSI Y 6 Insert the 9 digits for example 900000000 and press the E button in order to confirm now on the display appears
39. sing the E button Neptune will return to the previously used channel eH A l If a notexistant channel is inserted for example CH99 or the radio does not beep 4 times for confirmation after pressing the E button NEPTUNE returns to the previously used channel 5 4 b Using the microphone buttons UP or DOWN 1 Ensure that you are in normal operating mode Radio mode otherwise follow the procedure described in par 5 4 a 2 Press repeatedly the UP or DOWN buttons on the microphone to scroll through the marine channels until finding the desired channel l Holding down one of the buttons will allow you to scroll quickly through the channels l The marine band does not recognize some channel numbers Refer to the frequency table The channels may have different receiving and transmitting frequencies duplex channels or may have the same simplex channels al Regulations require that some channels operate on low transmission power see Chap 1 For this reason NEPTUNE automatically switches to low frequency when these channels are selected 5 5 Transmission and reception i Transmitting without a perfectly functioning antenna may seriously damage the transcei ver The PTT Push To Talk button is located on the external microphone of your NEPTUNE To transmit 1 Ensure that no one else is speaking 2 Hold down the PTT button on the microphone TX will appear on the Diplay 3 Wait a second then s
40. ss the function key View 2 Select with the function keys Next or Back the address you desire to modify cancel 3 Press the function key Edit 4 If you desire to change the name or the code press one of the 2 func tion keys associated to the name or the MMSI code gt in 5 If it is desired to eliminate completely the directory press the func Directory DSC tion key Del and confirm by pressing subsequently the function key 04 Del Yes Tom gt If it is desired to cancel the operation press the function key NO 778888888 gt It is possible to memorize max 16 addresses If the directory is filled up on the display will appear the indication Full and it will not be possible to add further addresses In this case it is necessary to cancel some 10 6 Posn Setting of position coordinates and adjustment of UTC time Press the function key DSC Press the key Menu Press the key Posn To insert the coordinates press the function key Posn and through the alphanumerical keypad Set up the coordinates Confirm by pressing the E button If nonexistent coordinates have been inserted Neptune will emit a double error beep rendering necessary the re insertion 6 In order to set the time press the function key corresponding to UTC and confirm through the E button the executed operation An eventual error message will indicate the wrong entry of time data PON o 25
41. st to medium volume Once the transceiver picks up a signal adjust the volume to a comfortable level If no signal is picked up use the squelch control as described in the following paragraph and regulate the volume using background noise 5 3 Squelch Regulation Squelch is used to eliminate the annoying background noise you hear when no signal is being picked up If the squelch is adjusted correctly there should be silence in between calls as well as a reduction in battery consumption To regulate squelch 1 Rotate the SQ knob completely counter clockwise until you hear background noise if you don t hear anything turn up the volume and bring up RX on the LCD display 2 If no signal is being received only noise slowly rotate the SQ knob clockwise stopping as Soon as the noise and RX disappear stably 13 ENGLISH Cl it you regulate the squelch level too high closed you may hear only background noise or intermittent discharges Correct setting of squelch is also important for reasons discussed further on 5 4 Selecting an operating channel 5 4 a With alphanumerical keypad 1 Ensure that you are in normal operating mode radio mode otherwise ATIS 5 50 press several times the button related to RAD or press the C button n s until the display shows A 2 Select the desired channel and confirm by pressing the E button the tre radio emits 4 beeps If there is no confirmation within 2 seconds by pres
42. the ITU R standard M493 10 Class D require ment ATIS Function Automatic Transmiiter Identification System for European inland waterways MMSI directory which simplifies the sending of DSC calls to frequently called contacts and allows viewing of contact name on the display Mounting on adjustable bracket for stable and comfortable positioning in any condition Connection to an external speaker optional for listening to communications further away from the transceiver The manufacturers in their effort to constantly improve product quality reserve the right to change the above characteristics without forewarning For eventual updates visit www cte it or contact your authorized dealer NEPTUNE is switchable between DSC System Classe D and ATIS Function for European inland waterways and is approved for both systems In ATIS mode all Scan and Dual Triple Watch functions are disabled and on all ship to ship and ship to harbor channels the transmit power will automatically be reduced to values between 0 5 and 1 Watt T 2 E 2 Z ii ENGLISH 3 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS 3 1 Front panel 11 5 4 9 8 12 am sc I9 01010 Clsssssseee 16 ra i j Au DET xe e eX e O RX scan O 10 3 6 on Bee eeceee T ace 000000000 i GHI i NEPTUNE C 2 2 m oo 000 oe PARS TUV WXYZ i Do0 eel
43. the squelch is not regulated as described in par 5 3 All scan modes are not enabled during ATIS mode this is requested by authorieties on inland waterways 6 2 Dual Watch and Triple Watch The meaning of these terms are e Dual Watch allows the user to remain tuned to a channel of choice while periodically perfor ming an automatic verification of signals on channel 16 Triple Watch as written above including a third channel chosen by the user 16 6 3 Activation of Dual Watch Triple To activate Dual or Triple watch Dual watch Select a desired channel and press the D W button The Display will indicate D W and you will see the two monitored channels The Dual Watch function can be stopped in 5 different modes by pressing the PTT or the 16 buttons on the microphone D W or C buttons or by sending out a DSC call Triple watch select one of the 2 channels you desire to monitor to gether with channel 16 Hold pressed the function key corresponding to the written T W until you hear two beeps Now on the display ap 10 50 pears the indication User F Move now to the second channel you INT DSC I desire to monitor press the function key corresponding to the indica i 7 tion T W Now you will see all three channels sliding on the display with USERM S d indication T W Adv appears too that similar to SCAN function has Scan g the aim to exclude momentarily the monitoring of
44. these functions the radio must be syntonized on a channel firm scanning Through the two function keys corresponding to Adv and Del you will have the possibility to jump the busy channel respective to cancel it from the pre selected list of channels There are 4 modes to stop the scanning of channels in memory 1 By pressing the PTT button 2 By pressing the 16 button on the microphone or on the front panel 3 By pressing the C button 4 By sending out a DSC Call 18 7 USE WITH GPS 7 1 Function If connected to a GPS receiver GPS200 the transceiver will display the vessel position latitude and longitude as well as time data If information regarding position data are not received in the normal radio mode time data does not appear and a minute long warning tone will sound can be deactivated by pressing any button This tone will sound every 4 hours reminding the user that position data needs to be inserted The user may also insert the coordinates manually as described in par 10 6 7 2 GPS information on the display au 2 d 9 Z m Refer to the following illustrations 5 50 4 50 44 44N Rad INT DSC 010 39E Call Hi T 16 im ire MS 1 Position indicator Displays GPS or manually inserted coordinates 2 Time indicator Shows data supplied by the GPS or the transceiver s clock 8 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING DSC 8 1 Introduction Digital Selective Calling is a semiautomatic method for co
45. y some restrictions of transmit power apply on certain channels and some functions like Dual and Triple Watch are not available Your distribu tor may programm your radio according to your needs 1 5 Assistance We urge you to write the serial number of your transceiver in the space provided below This num ber is found on the back panel of the transceiver and will be useful in the event of repair assistance and or loss and or theft Serial number 1 6 Manual Notes Writing of this manual has been completed with the intention of supplying information that are comprehensive precise and up to date Nevertheless the manufacturer does not assume re sponsibility for the actual correspondence with the product and for the consequences of possible errors caused by factors over which it has no control Equipment and options described may differ according to varying countries E and O E All rights reserved 2 INTRODUCTION 2 1 Generalities Congratulations for choosing Midland s marine transceiver NEPTUNE This product is a high performance mobile VHF DSC marine transceiver The following are its principle features Equipped with all international channels available correctly assigned High transmission power of 25W which allows the user to maintain contact from large di stances and a low transmission power of 1 watt to reduce consumption during short distance communication Switchable between DSC System Class
46. y to connect the programming kit PRG NEPTUNE optional PRG Neptune is connectable to a PC with COM port Once have been programmed private channels maximum 20 they can be selected in the fol lowing way 1 Press one of the 10 numerical keys 0 1 2 etc 2 Move through the 2 function keys correspondent to PUT A or PUT Y than select the de sired channel 3 Confirm by pressing the E button Like all other channels in use the private channels can be merged with all the functions descri bed previously Dual watch Triple watch Memory Scan etc 12 MAINTENANCE 12 1 Maintenance and warnings NEPTUNE is a marine VHF transceiver that conforms to IP54 standard making the transceiver very reliable when used correctly The device was designed so as to avoid requiring maintenance To keep your transceiver in optimal operating conditions 1 Never open the device transceiver or microphone as this may compromise the water resistant seal 1 If the device becomes dirty or dusty do not use alcohol solvents or abrasives to clean it Use only a soft cloth slightly dampened with water For more persistent cases use a mild detergent 28 13 TROUBLESHOOTING Power supply is not correctly Verify that power supply is 4 7 a connected properly connected Device doesn t turn on Device turns on but doesn t receive signals Unable to contact Incorrect marine channel another party selected Other party has diffi culty in h
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