Garmin VHF 725 User's Manual
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1. 12 hours for a full charge and should not be charged in excess of this time period Charge only with the VHF 725 Charging Unit provided with the NiCad Battery Pack Partially discharging a nickel cadmium battery and then recharging it causes a phenomenon referred to as memory reset When a battery that is not fully discharged is then recharged it resets the memory in proportion to the amount of previous discharge resulting in a gradually decreasing recharge capacity To ensure that this type of battery pack retains its full capacity it should be almost fully discharged when the battery symbol blinks and then recharged completely after every few cycles of use Municipal Law requires for environmentally sound Ly collection and recycling or disposal of nickel cadmium batteries Contact your local waste G management official for instructions on disposal Service and Repairs The GARMIN VHF 725 is warranted for three years under the terms of the GARMIN Limited Warranty on Page 36 of this manual If you need to obtain warranty service for your unit call the GARMIN Product Support Department 913 397 8200 for a returned merchandise tracking number The unit should be securely packaged with the tracking number clearly marked on the outside of the package and sent freight prepaid and insured to GARMIN warranty service station A copy of the original sales receipt is required as proof of purchase for warranty repairs GARMIN reserves the2. 63 156 175 160 775 63A 156 175 156 175 64 64 156 225 160 825 64A 64A 156 225 156 225 65 156 275 160 875 Port Ops No Yes 65A 65A 156 275 156 325 Port Ops No Yes 66 156 325 160 925 Port Ops Yes Yes 66A 156 325 156 325 Port Ops Yes Yes 66A 156 325 156 325 Port Ops 1 watt Only Yes 67 67 67 156 375 156 375 Com Yes No 68 68 68 156 425 156 425 Non Com l Yes Yes 69 69 69 156 475 156 475 Non Com Yes Yes 70 70 70 NO TX 156 525 Digital Selective Calling Yes No 71 71 71 156 575 156 575 Non Com Yes Yes 72 72 72 156 625 156 625 Non Com Yes No 73 73 73 156 675 156 675 Port Ops Yes Yes 74 74 74 156 725 156 725 Port Ops Yes Yes 77 77 156 875 156 875 Port Ops 1 watt int Yes 77 156 875 156 875 Port Ops Yes Yes 78 156 925 161 525 Non Com l Yes Yes 78A 78A 156 925 156 925 Non Com Yes Yes 79 156 975 161 575 Com l Yes Yes 79A 79A 156 975 156 975 Com Yes Yes 80 157 025 161 625 Com Yes Yes 80A 80A 157 025 157 025 Com l Yes Yes 81 157 075 161 675 U S Govt Only Yes Yes 81A 81A 157 075 157 075 U S Govt Only Yes Yes 82 157 125 161 725 U S Govt Only Yes Yes 82A 82A 157 125 157 125 U S Govt Only Yes Yes 83 83 157 175 161 775 U S Govt Only Yes Yes 83A 83A 157 175 157 175 U S Govt Only Yes Yes 84 84 84 157 225 161 825 Public Corresp No Yes 85 85 85 157 275 161 875 Public Corresp No Yes 86 86 86 157 325 161
3. 925 Public Corresp No Yes 87 87 87 157 375 161 975 Public Corresp No Yes 88 88 88 157 425 162 025 Public Corresp No Yes 88A 157 425 157 425 Public Corresp No Yes Weather Channels Receive Only WX1 162 550 Weather No Yes WX2 162 400 Weather No Yes WX3 162 475 Weather No Yes WxX4 162 425 Weather No Yes WX5 162 450 Weather No Yes WX6 162 500 Weather No Yes WX7 162 525 Weather No Yes WX8 161 650 Weather No Yes WxX9 161 850 Weather No Yes WX10 162 000 Weather No u 29 APPENDIX D Maintenance amp Troubleshooting 30 Storage Store the VHF 725 in a cool dry location when not used for prolonged periods When stored for more than six months remove alkaline batteries to prevent leakage from expended cells While the GARMIN VHF 725 is designed to withstand immersion in water with or without the battery pack in place it should be treated like all quality electronic equipment Wipe away any water accumulation from the surface of the unit and use a paper towel or other absorbent material to wick out any moisture from the battery cavity Exposure of battery terminals to salt spray may cause corrosion and loss of conductivity Be certain to keep contacts dry and away from corrosive elements Storage temperature should not vary from below 4 degrees F 20 degrees C and above 158 degrees F 70 degrees C Cleaning Clean exterior portions of the VHF 725 with amild soap and water solution Do
4. FOC T E OT iii iv V Flexible Antenna 2 VHF Communication 10 VHF Line of Sight cee 23 K Volume Adjustment cee 18 Keys and Displays 4 9 Key LOCK iiciin 24 w Warrant aswsauicpiectaieionaenc 36 M i Warranty Service ee 31 36 Maritime Radio Users Hndbk ili Weather Alettcccscssssssssessssseseeee 21 Marine Radio License IV Weather Channels 14 29 MEMON Yiri 5 7 18 APPENDIX H Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY GARMIN Corporation warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and manufacture for three years from the date of purchase GARMIN will at its sole option repair or replace any components that fail in normal use Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor The customer is however responsible for any transportation costs This warranty does not cover failures due to abuse misuse accident or unauthorized alteration or repairs THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED OR STATUTORY INCLUDING ANY LIABILITY ARISING UNDER ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE THIS WAR RANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IN NO EVENT SHALL GARMIN BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL SPECIAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE USE MISUSE OR INA
5. SINAD at 0 3 microvolt gt 12 dB SINAD at 0 3 microvolt 123 dBm to 107 dBm 0 5 W into 16 ohm speaker lt 10 lt 40 dB 5 watts high 1 watt low 10 PPM lt 40 dB lt 70 dB No damage even if continuously keyed Internal electret FCC Part 87 7 5 VDC NiCad rechargeable battery pack 6 AA alkaline battery cells 10 hours with NiCad Battery Pack 6 hours with 6 AA alkaline cells 13 hours with NiMH Battery Pack Receiver lt 50 mA Transmit High Power lt 1 6 A Low Power lt 0 8 A 27 APPENDIX C VHF Channel List Channel Number Frequency MHz Type of Traffic Function USA CAN iT TX RX Ship to Ship Ship to Shore 0l 01 156 050 160 650 Com l Port Ops VTS Yes Yes O1A 156 050 156 050 Com l Port Ops VTS Yes Yes 02 02 156 100 160 700 Port Ops Yes Yes 03 03 156 150 160 750 Com l Port Ops VTS Yes Yes 03A 156 150 156 150 Com l Port Ops VTS Yes Yes 04 156 200 160 800 Port Ops Yes Yes 04A 156 200 156 200 Port Ops Yes Yes 05 156 250 160 850 Port Ops VTS Yes Yes 05A 05A 156 250 156 250 Port Ops VTS Yes Yes 06 06 06 156 300 156 300 Safety Yes No 07 156 350 160 950 Com l Yes Yes 07A O7A 156 350 156 350 Coml Yes Yes 08 08 08 156 400 156 400 Com l Yes No 09 09 09 156 450 156 450 Com l amp Non Com l Yes Yes 10 10 10 156 500 156 500 Coml Yes Yes 11 jill 11 156 550 156 550 Coml VTS SMS Yes Yes 12 12 12 156 600 156 600 Port Ops VTS SMS Yes Yes 13 1
6. broadcast messages only 11 GETTING STARTED Maritime Radio Services Operation Here is a grouping of the channels and a brief description of their use Channels 5 12 14 20 65 66 73 74 77 Port Operations Can be used by any vessel for communications between ships and ship to coast stations for messages relating to operational handling move ment and safety of vessels in or near ports locks or waterways Channel 77 is limited to communications to and from commercial pilots in regard to movement and docking of vessels Channels 11 12 13 and 14 are used for traffic service on the Great Lakes St Lawrence Seaway and designated major ports Channel 6 Intership Safety For use by any vessel for communicat ing navigational and weather warnings to other ships Also used for communicating with the U S Coast Guard during search and rescue operations Ship to ship communications only Do not use for routine communications as this is a safety channel Channels 7 8 9 10 11 18 19 67 79 80 88 Commercial Vessels Used for communication between vessels pertaining to the purpose for which the vessel is used Limited communications between vessels and coast stations Recreational boats are not permit ted to use these channels Channels 8 67 and 88 may not be used for ship to coast communications Channel 88 is not available on the Great Lakes and St Lawrence Seaway Channels 9 68 69 71 72 78 non Commerc
7. dim light 1 Press and release the PWR key after the unit has powered on The display will be illuminated for 5 seconds after the last key press before cycling off NOTE Press this key anytime you require visual reference in dim light F e LocK Using the Key Lock Feature E a If you desire to maintain a selected function WX ce on your VHF 725 such as TRI WATCH SCAN VoL or Weather Alert you can lock the keys using mo cent the Lock feature to prevent inadvertent canceling Key Lock Display or changing of unit settings However the Press To Talk Squelch and Power keys still function Press and a Hold for 1 Press the HIL LOCK Hi Low transmission More power key for more than one second after you Than have set the unit to the function desired When dSecond the unit keypad is locked the LOCK message FIGURE 12 will be displayed on the LCD screen Figure 12 2 To cancel the lock feature press the HIL LOCK key again for more than one second or turn off the unit using the POWER key 24 APPENDIX A Accessories amp Installation Standard Accessories amp Replacement Components Included with the VHF 725 Antena eano Part Number 700 00010 00 NiCad Battery Pack Kit Includes Battery Pack and Charger amp Charging Stand sch dtnbdlengcetuneysa chedbdea dale edvendendeneste ches Part Number 010 10188 00 Alkaline Battery Tray Requires Six AA Alkaline Cells ssccccesstereesseeeteeees saudvea
8. exclusive right to repair or replace the unit or software at its sole discretion If your unit is no longer under war ranty GARMIN will make repairs at the GARMIN current labor rate and parts costs Units repaired in this manner are warranted for 90 days from the date of return to the owner 31 APPENDIX D Maintenance amp Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Guide Unit does not come ON No sound from speaker Cannot transmit or transmission isn t being received The displayed channel cannot be changed Error tone 2 beeps is heard when a key is pressed and no unit functoinis performed 32 Batteries are exhausted Squelch threshold level too high No channel broadcast is being received Volume is set too low Some channels are for receive only Batteries are exhausted Some channels are for low power only Output power too low The LOCK function is on Incorrect key selection and the programming is limiting key function REMEDY Recharge batteries Set to a lower threshold point Move to another channel Increase volume Change channel Replace batteries Change channels Press H L key for high power Press an hold the H L key for at least one second Select correct key APPENDIX E Messages Messages The VHF 725 responds to operating conditions in two ways LCD Display screen messages and audio tones These messages provide notification of errors
9. monitor the selected channels Figure 10 Press the 16 9 key once if you want to monitor the emergency channel 16 Figure 10 Press the 16 9 key twice if you want to monitor the alternate calling channel 9 Press and hold the 16 9 key if you want to activate the TRI WATCH feature in order to monitor the emergency the alternate calling and one regular channel simultaneously To transmit on the VHF 725 1 Perform Steps 1 through 5 of the procedure for receivng above 2 Choose a correct channel for communications Channels are restricted to use by various goverment agencies types of vessels and maritime service operators Review the list in Appendix C to determine which channels are available for your use 3 gt ou a Wait until the channel you have selected is free of communications THIS IS AN FCC REQUIRE MENT NOTE For communications over short distances press the H L key until LOW is displayed on the LCD This reduces transmission power to one watt prolonging battery life Press and hold the PTT Press To Talk key and begin your transmission The TX symbol will appear on the LCD display Figure 11 Speak directly into the microphone on the front of the unit see page 2 and hold the unit vertically 1 to 2 inches from your mouth NOTE VHF Marine Radios communicate over distance by Line of Sight which means that the signal may be blocked by objects such as l
10. not use harsh detergents or solvent based cleaning agents Isopropyl alcohol is acceptable Wipe dry with a clean non abrasive cloth Submersion in Water The VHF 725 is constructed to meet IEC Standard 529 IPX7 It can withstand submersion in 1 meter of water for up to 30 minutes Note that while the unit is designed to operate after submersion meaning if dropped in water and retrieved quickly it should suffer no damage Prolonged submersion may cause damage to the unit After submer sion be certain to remove the battery pack and dry the battery contacts and the battery cavity as the battery cavity is separated from the rest of the unit and can allow water intrusion Battery Maintenance Keep battery contacts clean Use only the NiCad Battery Pack or types of batteries specified for use with VHF 725 The VHF 725 accepts six 6 standard AA alkaline rechargeable alkaline or rechargeable NiCad cells when the optional battery tray is used It is advisable to maintain a supply of replacement batteries if the VHF 725 is to be placed in service for a prolonged period where recharging of the NiCad Battery Pack is not possible and replacement batteries cannot be easily obtained NOTE Whenever possible transmit with 1 watt power to prolong battery life APPENDIX D Maintenance amp Troubleshooting When Using The NiCad or NiMH Battery Pack Fully charge the battery pack before its first use The battery pack requires
11. remove a depleted Battery Pack and install a spare lift up the D Ring on the Battery Pack screw and use it or a coin inserted in the screw slot to turn the screw to remove the depleted Battery Pack from the unit After installing the spare Battery Pack press the POWER key to be certain the battery has been properly charged and the unit is functioning Observe the Battery Level indicator on the LCD display to be certain you have installed a fully charged Battery Pack NOTE If using two battery packs with one as a D Ri wit i ee spare it is recommended to cycle both packs through the unit as NiCad batteries will self FIGURE 3 discharge when stored for long periods of time This practice will ensure a fully charged spare battery at all times Low Selecting a Channel w A S la To begin using the VHF 725 you will want to VOL ono Selected Channel select a channel to monitor while you personal ize the unit settings such as volume and squelch When you power up the unit a channel will automatically be selected but it may not be suitable for making unit settings Band me Sere To select a channel 1 E Channel S Select Use the U I C Channel Band key to select USA International or Canadian channel bands Figure 4 The unit was set at the factory to channel 10 before shipment EN 2 Press the UP or DOWN arrow key to scroll through the channels available on the selected FIGURE 4 band Figure 4 If you
12. 00 Spare NiCad Battery Pack Part Number 010 10189 00 VHF 725 Soft Carry Holster Part Number 010 10219 00 Contact your GARMIN Dealer to obtain these optional accessories VHF 725 Optional Accessories Nickel Metal Hydride Battery Pack Soft Carry Holster Provides 50 more battery capacity Rugged nylon holster with integral Recharges using the charging stand and belt loop charging unit provided with the VHF 725 Spare NiCad Battery Pack Allows for uninterrupted use of the VHF 725 Use while charging the original battery pack e D y 26 Physical Size Weight Temperature Range Transceiver Receiver Transmitter Power Frequency Bands Channel Spacing Selectivity Sensitivity FM WX Squelch Sensitivity Threshold Audio Power Audio Distortion Hum and Noise Transmitter Output Frequency Stability Hum and Noise Spurious Emissions Duty Cycle Microphone Compliance Operating Voltage Source Standard Optional Battery Life Current Consumption Tested using 5 TX High 5 RX 90 Standby Duty Cycle APPENDIX B Specifications 5 5 H x 2 0 W x 1 3 D 14 0 x 5 0 x3 3cm Approximately 12 1 oz 35Kg 4 to 158 degrees F 20 to 70 degrees C All U S Canadian and International marine channels plus 10 weather channels 25 kHz Adjacent channel selectivity 70 dB Intermodulation rejection 68 dB Spurious Image Response 70 dB gt 12 dB
13. 56 600 156 600 Navigational 1 watt int No 13 13 156 650 156 650 Navigational Yes No 14 14 14 156 700 156 700 Port Ops Yes Yes 15 NO TX 156 750 Environmental RX Only 15 15 156 700 156 700 Environmental 1 watt Only 16 16 16 156 800 156 800 Distress Safety Calling Yes Yes 17 17 17 156 850 156 850 State Control 1 watt Only Yes 18 156 900 161 500 Coml Yes Yes 18A 18A 156 900 156 900 Com l Yes Yes 19 156 950 161 550 Coml Yes Yes 19A 19A 156 950 156 950 Com 1 Yes Yes 20 20 157 000 161 600 Port Ops Yes Yes 20 157 200 161 650 Port Ops 1 watt Only Yes 21 157 050 161 650 U S Govt Only Yes Yes 21A 21A 157 050 157 050 U S Govt Only Yes Yes 22 157 100 161 700 Coast Guard Yes Yes 22A 22A 157 100 157 100 Coast Guard Yes Yes 23 23 157 150 161 750 U S Govt Only Yes Yes 23A 157 150 157 150 U S Govt Only Yes Yes 24 24 24 157 200 161 800 Public Corresp No Yes 25 25 25 157 250 161 850 Public Corresp No Yes 26 26 26 157 300 161 900 Public Corresp No Yes 27 27 27 157 350 161 950 Public Corresp No Yes 28 28 28 157 400 162 000 Public Corresp No Yes 60 60 156 025 160 625 61 156 075 160 675 61A 61A 156 075 156 075 7 a 62 156 125 160 725 62A 156 125 156 125 28 APPENDIX C VHF Channel List Channel Number Frequency MHz Type of Traffic Function USAJCANJINT TX RX Ship to Ship Ship to Shore
14. BILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTSIN THE PRODUCT SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN TIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU To obtain warranty service call the GARMIN Customer Service depart ment 913 397 8200 for a returned merchandise tracking number The unit should be securely packaged with the tracking number clearly marked on the outside of the package and sent freight prepaid and insured to a GARMIN warranty service station A copy of the original sales receipt is required as the proof of purchase for warranty repairs GARMIN retains the exclusive right to repair or replace the unit or software or offer a full refund of the purchase price at its sole discretion SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY 36 1999 GARMIN Corporation GARMIN International Inc 1200 E 151 Street Olathe KS 66062 USA Romsey S051 9AQ UK GARMIN Asia Corp 3F No 1 Lane 45 Pao Hsing Road Hsin Tien Taipei Taiwan R O C GARMIN Europe LTD Unit 5 The Quadrangle Abbey Park Industrial Estate Website address www garmin com Part Number 190 00179 00 Rev A
15. ETTING STARTED Maritime Radio Services Operation The four groups you will have occasion to use are the U S A Regular Band of 52 channels the Canadian Band of 56 channels the International Band of 55 channels and the Weather Band of 10 channels Some of these are receive listen only such as the weather channels The emergency channel 16 is restricted to hailing of other vessels distress calls and safety purposes only Known as the Hail and Distress Channel it is used to contact nearby vessels and in emergencies where there is threat to life or property The calling or hailing channel 9 is used for establishing contact with another vessel as an alternate to channel 16 As channel 16 is often used so frequently that hailing vessels is not practical in some high traffic areas Contact is made using channel 9 and then switched to another regular channel for exchange of information Maritime radio users are required to monitor channel 16 it is also advisable to monitor channel 9 and a weather channel as well To facilitate these requirements the VHF 725 is equipped with Tri Watch and Weather Alert features that allow you to engage in regular channel communications and monitor both the emergency channel and the alternate calling channel while also being alerted of severe weather conditions Appendix C on pages 28 and 29 of this manual provides a listing of channels and the use of each including those which are for receiving
16. GARMIN VHF 725 submersible marine radio owner s manual and reference guide 1999 GARMIN Corporation GARMIN International Inc 1200 E 151 Street Olathe Kansas 66062 USA Tel 913 397 8200 or 800 800 1020 Fax 913 397 8282 GARMIN Europe Ltd Unit 5 The Quadrangle Abbey Park Industrial Estate Romsey S051 9AQ UK Tel 011 44 1794 519944 Fax 011 44 1794 519222 GARMIN Asia Corp 3F No 1 Lane 45 Pao Hsing Road Hsin Tien Taipei Taiwan R O C Tel 011 886 02 2917 4107 Fax 011 886 02 2917 1758 All rights reserved Except as expressly provided herein no part of this manual may be reproduced copied transmitted disseminated down loaded or stored in any storage medium for any purpose without prior written consent of GARMIN Corporation GARMIN Corporation hereby grants permission to download a single copy of this manual onto a hard drive or other electronic storage medium to be viewed for personal use provided that such electronic or printed copy of this manual contains the complete text of this copyright notice and provided further that any unauthorized commercial distribution of this manual is strictly prohibited Information in this manual is subject to change without notice GARMIN reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes Visit the GARMIN website for current updates and sup
17. NCE STATEMENT This device meets requirements for Parts 2 15 and 80 of the FCC Regulations It has been tested for compliance with all necessary FCC standards This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The VHF 725 does not contain any user serviceable parts Repairs should only be made by and authorized service center Unauthorized repairs or modifications could void your warranty and your authority to operate this device IMPORTANT GARMIN strongly recommends obtaining a marine radio user s guide such as the Maritime Radio Users Handbook published by the RCTM Radio Technical Commission for Maritime Services PO Box 19087 Washington D C 20036 to ensure proper radio operation and protocol Improper usage can result in fines levied on mariners by the FCC INTRODUCTION Warnings and Precautions IMPORTANT The Telecommunications Act of 1996 effective February 8 1996 provides the FCC discretion to eliminate radio station license requirements for aircraft and ships At the present time you do not need an individual license to operate the VHF 725 aboard your private vessel in many circumstances To find out the specific details on whether you are exempt from licensing p
18. To activate Weather Alert 1 Press and hold the WX CH ALERT key for more than one second to activate this mode 2 Return to regular use of the radio You will hear a Weather Service beep tone and observe the flashing WX Alert display when a weather alert signal had been detected followed by the severe weather alert broadcast Figure 9 3 To cancel the Weather Alert feature press and hold the WX ICH ALERT key or turn the unit off Receiving and Transmitting Whenever the VHF 725 is powered up On it isin the receiving mode If the unit is monitor ing a channel that is broadcasting you will hear that transmission It is possible to monitor any channel on any band but transmission on some channels is not allowed Many are receive only channels while others are simply not intended for your category of radio use To receive on the VHF 725 1 Press and release the PWR key to turn the unit on 2 Observe that the display screen will come on and the last channel accessed will be displayed If there is someone transmitting on that channel you will hear their communication and the RX symbol will appear on the LCD display You may now select from the many receiving options NOTE For clearer reception you can adjust the volume key up or down and set the squelch threshold to a level at which the audio will be enabled GETTING STARTED Receiving and Transmitting Power Saving Tip To monitor the wea
19. and forms large vessels etc It is therefore important to transmit with the antenna in a vertical position and with the radio positioned as far above the water as is feasible Release the PTT key when you have completed your transmission NOTE You must use a specific communication style when using a marine radio such as your station call sign or boat name and ending your transmission with proper terminology such as Over Refer to the Maritime Radio User s Handbook Also be aware that the unit will automatically cancel TX after the PTT key has been pressed for more than thirty seconds to limit extensive transmissions and protect the unit from damage GETTING STARTED Receiving and Transmitting Low ISA I bbl VOL PTI LLL Transmit Display Press and Hold While Transmitting FIGURE 11 23 GETTING STARTED The FCC prohibits the following communications Backlighting e False distress or emergency messages e Messages to Any Boat except in emergencies amp Key lock and radio tests Features e Messages to or from a vessel on land and transmission while on land e Obscene indecent or profane language potential fine of 10 000 7 Remember to return to monitoring of Channel 16 by pressing the 16 9 key once when not using another channel Backlighting the LCD Display amp Keypad The backlighting feature is used to improve readability of the LCD display and keypad in
20. ated Release the SQ key to return to your selected channel The squelch setting is universal for all channels but it may require resetting from time to time NOTE During squelch adjustment Tri Watch Scan and Weather Alert are suspended GETTING STARTED Setting the RY ara Threshold Only Signals Sronger Than Level 5 Will Be Heard EXAMPLE of THRESHOLD SET AT LEVEL 5 Selected Squelch Level Up Down Keys Squelch SQ Key FIGURE 5 17 GETTING STARTED Adjusting Volume Scanning USA Il I Low I VOL PTTL Volume Level Indicator gt L Volume Decrease Increase FIGURE 6 LOW SCAN CAN t t VOL i l Scanning Display Ce Band Select G M Channel 3 Select MEM Memory Select Scanning Select FIGURE 7 Adjusting the Volume The Volume key may be adjusted using the keys The volume level is indicated by the band of gradually rising bars on the LCD display To adjust the volume 1 Press the key to increase the volume or the key to decrease the volume Figure 6 Scanning Channels You may want to keep in contact with several vessels in your immediate area at the same time For this purpose the scan feature is available You can program up to ten channels from any combination of USA International or Canadian bands into memory Whenever a transmission is received the scan will stop at that channel until the transmissio
21. ator This battery shaped icon displays information about battery capacity in 25 increments This indicator is always active Squelch Indicator This display appears whenever the SQ squelch key is presses for either squelch override or setting of the squelch threshold Low Battery Indicator This indicator flashes on and off when the battery capacity drops to 10 or below Volume Level Indicator This band of gradually rising bars provides an indication of the volume setting This indicator is always active Hi Low Power Indicators These displays indicate the transmitter power level NOTE Some channels only permit transmission on Low while others allow only receive operation Scan Indicator This display provides indication that the Scan feature is active Receive RX Indicator This indicator provides notice that a signal is being received by the unit Transmit TX Indicator This indicator appears when you are using the VHF 725 to transmit and will come on when you hold down the PTT key GETTING STARTED Keys amp Function Displays Low I Wt VOL COTTE LLL Volume Indicator VOL PTTL Hi Low Power Indicator LOW SCAN ri MEM CAN r t t VOL PECEL Scan Indicator LOW a sis PPTL LLL Receive Indicator ALERT TX nan UBA U P voL PPTL L Transmit Indicator 9 GETTING STARTED Maritime Radio Services Op
22. backlighting feature is active Power Backlighting Key This key turns on the unit when pressed and released and turns the unit off when pressed and held for more than one second Briefly pressing and releasing the power key when the unit is on will activate the backlighting feature and will last for five seconds after the last key is pressed Channel Up and Channel Down Keys Pressing these CH arrow keys sets the operating channel Pressing these keys while the Squelch key is pressed and held sets the squelch threshold level Weather Channel Regular Channel Key Pressing and releasing this key will toggle between the ten weather channel band and the fifty six regular channel band Pressing this key for more than one second will activate the weather alert feature if a weather channel is currently displayed NOTE WX Alert Mode will interrupt regular use momentarily to monitor for a weather alert tone on the selected weather channel Volume Increase and Volume Decrease Keys Pressing the plus and minus keys increases or decreases the volume of received transmissions and audio tones Memory Key Pressing this key after selecting a channel places that channel into the scanning memory Pressing this key when a channel is stored in memory as indicated by the MEM icon on the display will remove the channel from memory A maximum of ten channels can be stored in memory Scan Key Pressing this key starts the scanning of chann
23. channel Due to congestion on channel 16 particularly in high traffic areas the FCC has approved channel 9 as a second hailing channel Channel 17 State Control Used by state and local government vessels to coordinate regulate and control boating activities and the rendering of assistance Channel 22 U S Coast Guard For use by any vessel for exchange of communications with a U S Coast Guard station Communication is ship to U S Coast Guard ship and coast to aircraft station Establish contact on channel 16 then shift to channel 22 as directed by the U S Coast Guard 13 GETTING STARTED Maritime Radio Services Operation Channels 24 25 26 27 28 84 85 86 87 Marine Operator Can be used by any vessel to place a telephone call to any place in the world or to a vessel outside their transmitting range Used between vessels and public coast stations You must contact a marine operator on the channel assigned to your navigating area Channels WX1 through WX10 Weather Used by any vessel to receive continuous weather information from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NOAA This is a one way broad cast to any interested parties You are not allowed to transmit on these frequencies A list of weather broadcast stations for the U S is contained in the Maritime Radio Users Handbook They provide continuous around the clock broadcasts of the latest weather informa tion directly from the
24. don t know which channel to select refer to the Channel List in Appendix C on pages 28 and 29 NOTE You will notice an A indicator adjacent to some channel numbers in the USA and Canadian bands These are simplex channels transmitting and receiving on the same frequency while the Interna tional counterpart is a duplex channel transmitting on one frequency while receiving on another Setting the Squelch Threshold Setting the Squelch is important for reception of signals you want to hear There are ten threshold levels from 0 which allows all signals to be received to 9 which allows only the strongest signal to be heard through the speaker The diagram in Figure 5 demonstrates how setting the threshold level allows you to hear only the signals you desire while weaker unintelligible signals are not heard To set the Squelch threshold 1 Adjust the Squelch to the lowest setting by pressing and holding the Squelch SQ key then pressing the DOWN arrow key repeatedly until the display indicates LO You should hear static If you hear a voice transmission change to another channel and repeat this step Figure 5 N While holding the Squelch SQ key down use the UP arrow key to increase the squelch level to L1 If no static is heard you have set an acceptable squelch threshold level If you hear static then increase to the next threshold level repeating the process until unwanted static is elimin
25. eceives in the Tri Watch Mode Monitoring Weather Channels There are ten weather channels which provide continual broadcasts of area weather information as provided by the National Weather Service Typically only the first seven channels are actively used To monitor weather channels 1 Press the WX CH ALERT key to toggle between regular channel and weather channel bands The WX symbol on the display screen will appear when you have accessed the weather band Figure 9 N Use the UPIDOWN arrow keys to select the weather channel broadcast for the area you are navigating NOTE You can monitor channels to determine the area weather broadcast you desire to monitor or refer to the list of weather broadcast stations published in the Maritime Radio Users Handbook Once you have selected a weather channel you can toggle back and forth to the regular channel bands by pressing the WX CH ALERT key Weather Alert The Weather Alert Feature can be activated to briefly monitor for a weather alert tone every 5 seconds You can choose a weather channel to monitor activate the WX Alert feature then resume regular use of the radio When a weather alert signal is detected the WX ALERT wording on the display will flash and after an alert tone the VHF 725 will automatically access the weather channel It will increase the volume to mid range if set lower and allow you to hear severe weather I information
26. el Number Indicator indicates that the channel number displayed has been entered into the unit memory for selection when the scan feature is active Tri Watch Indicator This display appears along with the Emergency 16 and Call 9 Channel indicators to give notification that the Tri Watch three channel monitoring feature is active GETTING STARTED Keys amp Function Displays Low VED I VOL m7 aanl hannel Number Indicato E tow scan 7 i 1 MEM b CAN VOL m EL LLL Channel Band Indicator LOW RX USA IT it PPTI Weather Channel Indicator LOW SCAN N CAN J Memory Channel Indicator Low USA r T 1 es Zag TD scene Tri Watch Indicator GETTING STARTED Keys amp Function Displays LOW rues CAIN ALERTS IANN vo su PTT Tt Weather Alert Indicator LOW LOCK ITI 4 am 1 VOL onsen Lock Indicator m o USA i 1 i ZI IIi voL 7 gt Pr LLL B attery Level Indicato a gt I Ii _ gt sQ ea Pr Squelch Indicator Low USA my i 1 IIi WZ Z LOW BATI VOL i PTTL Low Battery Indicator Weather Alert Indicator This display gives indication that the weather alert function has been activated The display will flash whenever a weather alert tone is received Lock Indicator This indicator is displayed when the Lock feature is active Battery Level Indic
27. els entered into memory Pressing this key while scanning disables the scan feature while retaining the selected channels in memory U I C USA International Canadian Frequency Bands Key This key allows the operator to select from the three channel bands Pressing and releasing the key sequences through the three bands The band selected is displayed on the LCD screen Channel 16 9 and Tri Watch Key This key provides the operator with a choice of three channel monitoring options Pressing once will monitor channel 16 the emergency channel Pressing again will monitor channel 9 the calling or hailing channel Pressing a third time will return to the last used regular channel Pressing and holding for more than one second will activate Tri Watch to continuously monitor channels 16 9 and achannel of your choice from the regular or weather band PTT Press To Talk Key This Key allows the operator to transmit over those regular band channels that permit transmission Press and hold the key to talk and release to receive GETTING STARTED Keys amp Function Displays Ci Memory Key Scan U I C Frequency Bands Key TO me il wt A e Channel 16 9 amp Tri Watch Key PTT Key GETTING STARTED Keys amp Function Displays Squelch Key H L Power Key Squelch Key This key breaks the squelch unmutes the audio when pressed and held It is also used to set the squelch thr
28. enttearedt pie ctueanseraiatunaset mained zs Part Number 010 10214 00 WiISESUADssc crdacesacttapeesertietieriosess Part Number 013 00027 00 Belt C Iire Part Number 145 00327 00 Belt Clip Mounting Screws Part Number 211 54307 11 Cigarette Lighter Charging Cable ASS ccceeseseeteeeeeeteteeteteeteteees esc gusyltevaa bua used jusyles eetdstedbaudpety he dedelebae Part Number 010 10190 00 Owners Manual Part Number 190 00179 00 Contact GARMIN Customer Service to obtain replacement parts Refer to Page 15 for Antenna and Battery Pack Installation Cigarette Lighter Charging Cable Assembly Alkaline Battery Tray Charges the battery pack using a 12 volt power source Provides an alternate source of power Installing the Belt Clip and Wrist Strap Back of VHF 725 The VHF 725 is supplied with a Mouning belt clip and carrying strap so you can Wrist Sorews carry the unit wherever you go Attach the 4P clip to the back of the unit using the two mounting screws provided To attach the wrist strap thread the cord portion of the mw strap through the slot in the clip then Slot for P insert the solid end of the strap through Wrist Strap ae BE the loop formed by the cord pulling it Belt Clip through until snug Figure 13 FIGURE 13 25 APPENDIX A Optional Accessories Optional Accessories Nickel Metal Hydride Rechargeable Battery Pack 50 more capacity than the NiCad Packh Part Number 010 10245
29. eration Important Information for First Time Users About Operating a Marine Radio If you are a first time user of a marine radio you should be aware of methods for operating your GARMIN VHF 725 Although as explained on page iii a Federal Communication Commission FCC license is no longer required for individual operator use you must comply with all applicable FCC rules and regulations We recommend that you obtain a copy of the Maritime Radio Users Handbook an authoritative handbook prepared by the Radio Technical Commission for Maritime Services Post Office Box 19087 Washington D C 20036 In some instances such as commercial vessels operators are required to obtain a license You can obtain a license application from your nearest FCC field office It is your responsibility to determine if you are required to apply for a license If you have questions about the use of your marine radio you can contact the FCC Call Center at 1 888 CALL FCC For safety and efficient navigation of vessels the maritime radio frequency bands are separated into four groups Specific frequencies within each are assigned for particular safety and functional applica tions such as ship to shore communications US Coast Guard use and navigation in waterways and ports You may not have access to some which are not for public use frequencies and you are required to monitor and use others which are safety and navigational proce dure frequencies G
30. ery Pack The VHF 725 uses a rechargeable NiCad Battery Pack to provide approximately 10 hours of operating time under normal use Alkaline AA batteries installed in the optional GARMIN Battery Tray may also be used The battery level indicator at the lower left corner of the unit LCD display gives indication of battery capacity in increments of 25 The Battery Pack is provided with a Charging Stand and Charging Unit To assemble the Charging Unit 1 Insert the Charging Unit cord plug with contact pins into the base of the Charging Stand Position the flange on the plug over the slots in the bottom of the stand base and then press down until it clicks into place Pull the cord away from the stand slightly to allow the plug to move down freely Figure 2 N Connect the Charging Unit to a 120 VAC Power Outlet o The NiCad Battery Pack should be installed in the VHF 725 when you remove it from the shipping carton Place it base down into the charging stand and allow 12 hours for charging to full capacity GETTING STARTED Antenna amp Battery Installation Antenna FIGURE 1 Charging S Unit Charging Stand i Detail of Charging Stand Base FIGURE 2 15 GETTING STARTED Selecting A Channel 5 VHF 725 for Pack 4 If you have an additional NiCad Battery Pack to use as a spare you may insert it directly into the charging stand for recharging To
31. eshold the level at which only strong signals can be received The squelch threshold is set by pressing and holding the squelch key while using the UP DOWN keys to adjust the squelch level from 0 to 9 At level 0 LO all signals can be heard while at level 9 L9 only the strongest signals can be heard Adjusting the squelch level eliminates weak unwanted signals as explained on page 17 H L High Low Power Key This key toggles the transmitter power level from High 5 watts to Low 1 watt when pressed and released It also locks the keypad when pressed and held for more than one second The Power key PTT key backlighting key and the Squelch key still function in the Lock mode Locking the keypad prevents inadvertent changing of channel settings and feature modes The VHF 725 LCD Display Screen gives indication of channels being monitored battery power level volume level and the status of all unit features Channel Number Indicator This large numeral display indicates the selected operating channel or the squelch threshold setting when the squelch key is pressed This indicator is always active Channel Band Indicator This display provides indication of the regular channel band selected U S A International or Canadian Weather WX Channel Indicator This display provides indication that a weather channel is currently being monitored Memory Channel Indicator This display in conjunction with the Chann
32. ial Boat Operations Used by recreational boaters and others not engaged in commercial transport Provides a communication channel pertaining to the needs of the vessel maneuvers berthing provisioning fueling etc Used as a second receiver between ship to ship and ship to limited coast stations Channel 72 may not be used for ship to coast communica tions and channel 9 the alternate calling channel is shared with commercial vessels GETTING STARTED Maritime Radio Services Operation Channel 13 Navigation used by any vessel for safety communica tions regarding the maneuvering of vessels or directing of a vessels movements Ship to ship and secondarily ship to coast communica tions Commonly called the Bridge to Bridge channel For routine operations radio power must be reduced to one watt Channel 15 Environmental Used by any vessel to receive only broadcast information concerning environmental conditions in which vessel operate such as weather sea conditions time signals and hazards to navigation One way broadcast from coast to ship stations Channel 16 Emergency Used if your vessel is sinking or on fire someone has been lost overboard or there is grave and imminent dange to life or property Every ship is obliged to give priority to radio distress communications Calling This channel is also used to establish communication with another marine radio station After contact is made switch to a working
33. in operation or the status of VHF 725 features Audio Messages Confirmation Tones These tones consisting of a single Beep are audible whenever you press a key on the unit and confirm that unit is responding to your action Error Tones These tones consisting of two beeps and in some instances a continuous string of beeps and indicate that you have pressed a key that cannot perform a function under the cur rent unit operating mode Screen Messages LOW BATT This display appears when the battery capacity has dropped to 10 of its capacity The LOW BATT display flashes and an initial three beep tone will be heard The unit will operate under normal use for approximately 30 more minutes WX ALERT When the Weather Alert feature is activated by a weather alert broadcast the weather alert tone will be heard and the WX ALERT display will flash The receiver will be tuned to the weather channel and audio will be unmuted at the user setting or mid range volume level whichever is greater TX and RX If these two icons flash together or the TX only flashes whenever the PTT key is pressed the unit must be serviced Contact the GARMIN Product Support Department at 1 800 800 1020 or 913 397 8200 for information 33 APPENDIX F 34 Glossary Glossary of Radio Terminology and Abbreviations Canadian Channels Channel designations as defined by the International Telecommunica
34. ise good safety and navigational judge ment and the GARMIN VHF 725 should not be relied upon in lieu of such prudence and judgement CAUTIONS For these reasons the operator should exercise the follow ing precautions to ensure proper and reliable use of the GARMIN VHF 725 DO NOT operate this transceiver within 1 meter of the ship s navigational compass DO NOT recharge batteries except in methods described in this manual DO NOT use this transceiver for inappropriate communica tions Know and observe the FCC Rules for Marine Radio Operation GETTING STARTED Table of Contents SECTION ONE Introduction Packing LI Stes cancaiuices snes asncanedt caasacevanes ostentecundedee cudeeteann i FCC Compliance Statements ii GALI TLOM Side cedar E E te iii iv SECTION TWO Getting Started Unit Descriptio asinina n eeen 2 3 Keys and Function Displays 4 9 Maritaime Radio Services Operation 10 14 Installing the A tenna sesira 15 Installing the Battery pack ssssssssisssrsrrrirssinsrrsrsrnsa 15 16 Selecting a Channel ssena 16 17 Setting the Squelch Threshold seserrrerre 17 Adjusting the VOUM Eessen 18 Scanning C HaNNElS isorinis 18 19 MEW abC kerea suns atien aa E aoa EA 19 20 Monitoring Weather Channels 20 21 Receiving and Transmitting essere 21 24 Backlighting theLCD Display amp Keypad cece 24 Using the Key Lock Feature ccecesesesesseesseeeseseeeceeeetes 24 SECTION THREE Reference Append
35. ix A Optional ACCeSSOLI S ce eeeeeteeetee 25 26 Appendix B Specifications 27 Appendix C VHF Channel List eee 28 29 Appendix D Maintenance and Troubleshooting 30 32 Appendix E Messages 33 Appendix F GlOSSArY cee ceceeeeeeeeeteeteettettetteeeeeeieees 34 Appendix Ge IND OX ives a a tae ease 35 Apprendix H Warranty and Service Information 36 Unit Description Flexible Antenna Squelch Key LCD Display Screen Press To Talk PTT Scan Ke Key gt Memory Key Hi Low Power and Key Lock Key Channel Band Selection Key Tri Watch Channel 16 Channel 9 Key Power Backlighting Key Volume Control Keys Weather Regular UP DOWN Arrow Channel Channel Selection Weather Alert Key Keys Microphone Battery Pack Speaker GETTING STARTED Unit Description The VHF 725 is a5 watt marine VHF communications transceiver in a convenient handheld package A keypad located on the front of the unit provides one hand control of communication features The knobless design allows push button Squelch and Volume adjustment A single button press provides a manual Squelch Override function Tri Watch monitoring mode allows simultaneous monitoring of emergency channel 16 calling channel 9 and a channel selected by the user The channel 16 9 key allows you to toggle between emergency and calling channels A 1 high by 1 3 8 wide LCD display provides indica ti
36. lease refer to the FCC Fact Sheet PR 5000 or contact the FCC at 1 800 322 1117 Note that no license is required for a portable radio used only as a backup on a vessel which already has a station license per FCC 506 Instructions dated 1993 If a marine license is required or desired contact the FCC at 1 800 322 1117 to request Form 506 Application for Ship Radio License The FCC also has a fax on demand service to provide forms by fax at 1 202 418 0177 The VHF 725 user accepts all responsibility for obtaining the proper licensing before using the transmitter WARNING This transmitter will operate on frequencies channels that have restricted use in the United States The channel assign ments include frequencies assigned for exclusive use of the U S Coast Guard use in Canada and use in International waters Operation on these frequencies without proper authorization is strictly forbidden For frequencies channels that are currently for use in the U S without an individual license please contact the FCC Call Center at 1 888 CALL FCC INTRODUCTION Warnings and Precautions IMPORTANT Read all instructions carefully and completely before using the VHF 725 Marine Radio This device is intended only as an aid to boating safety and navigation The performance of the VHF 725 can be affected by many factors including environ mental conditions and improper handling or use It is the users responsibility to exerc
37. n ends and then move on until it recognizes another transmission You cannot scan weather channels since they broadcast continually and do not allow a break in trans mission for the scan to move to the next channel You can utilize the WX Alert feature to monitor for severe weather conditions To scan channels 1 Before activating the scan feature you must program at least two channels into memory You can do this by pressing the UIIIC key to select the desired channel band and then use the UP DOWN arrow keys to select channels in that band Press the MEM key to place the displayed channel in the scan memory Figure 7 N Repeat this process for the desired channels wo Press the SCAN key to begin the scanning process Pressing the SCAN key again will stop the scanning process NOTE If the PTT key is pressed during scanning when STARTED the display is changing it will cancel SCAN and stop at the channel last scanned If a channel is static being received you must transmit within 5 seconds after the Tri Watch received broadcast ends before SCAN moves to the next channel After transmitting scanning resumes when you release the key Pressing any other keys will cancel the scan with the exception of the Power Volume Volume Squelch and Hi Low keys 4 To remove a channel from the scan memory simply access it with the UP DOWN arrow keys and press the MEM key NOTE Channels entered into memory will be re
38. national Weather Service Offices These channels are designated on Marine VHF equipment as W X1 through W X10 but are rarely used beyond WX7 During severe weather National Weather Service forecasters can interrupt routine weather broadcasts and substitute special warning messages Specially designed warning receivers either sound an alarm indicating an emergency exits or tune into the weather frequency The VHF 725 is equipped to sound the alarm tone and tune into the broadcast when the Weather Alert feature is activated Some channels will appear on the display with an A suffix Hese are Simplex Channels receiving and transmitting on the same frequency See Selecting a Channel on page 16 for a more detailed explanation There are other regular channels in the list of channels on pages 28 and 29 that are not defined above They have special uses that do not apply generally to regular maritime traffic and communi cations Installing the Antenna The antenna is an essential part of your VHF 725 and the unit should never be operated without the antenna installed as this may result in damage to the unit The antenna receives signals best when held upright and is less effective when positioned horizontally To install the antenna 1 Carefully align the bottom of the antenna with the threaded connector on the top of the VHF 725 and screw it on the until snug against the seating surface Figure 1 Installing the Batt
39. on of all features and functions of the VHF 725 The scan feature allows the operator to select up to 10 channels for continuous monitoring in any combination of U S A Canadian and International bands The weather channel key toggles between regular channels and weather channels It enables the weather alert mode when pressed and held for more than one second The high low key toggles the transmitter power level from between five watts and one watt When held for more than one second it locks and unlocks the Key Lock function to prevent inadvertent changing of unit settings and modes The power key turns the unit off and on and when pressed briefly after the unit is powered on enables the display backlighting feature and illuminates the keys on the front of the unit The weather regular channel key enables or disables the weather alert function Small size and light weight characterize the portability of the GARMIN VHF 725 GETTING STARTED Keys amp Function Displays Power Backlighting Key Channel Up amp Channel Down Keys T Weather Channel Regular Channel Key Volume Increase amp Volume Decrease Keys Eleven keys provide access to all of the units features and functions W hen any key except the PTT key is pressed the unit will acknowl edge by emitting a single beep confirmation tone Some keys have dual functions and those keys on the front of the unit are illuminated when the display
40. ple mental information concerning the use and operation of this and other GARMIN products Website address www garmin com GARMIN and VHF 725 are registered trademarks of GARMIN Corporation and may not be used without the express permission of GARMIN Part Number 190 00179 00 Rev A Printed in Taiwan INTRODUCTION About This Manual Thank you for choosing the GARMIN VHF 725 To get the most from your new VHF marine radio take time to read through this owners manual in order to understand all of the operating features This manual is organized into three sections for your convenience The Introduction to the VHF 725 Features section gives you an overview of the unit s functional features The Getting Started section gets you started on un using the VHF 725 for basic radio uses The Reference section contains information on items such as accessories a channel list a trouble shooting guide and the index Before getting started check to be certain that your VHF 725 package includes the following items If you are missing anything please contact your dealer immediately Standard Package e VHF 725 Unit e Owners Manual e Lanyard e Antenna SMA e Belt Clip Connector e NiCad Battery Pack e Charging Unit e Charging Stand Mounting Bracket Refer to Section 3 Appendix A for a list of optional accesso ries available from your GARMIN Dealer INTRODUCTION FCC Compliance Statement FCC COMPLIA
41. tained when the unit batteries are removed Tri Watch Tri Watch is a method of monitoring the emergency channel 16 and the alternate hailing channel 9 while monitoring the channel you are using for communications ce II To use Tri Watch j LI A a 1 First determine which channel other than 16 and 9 mD sconeel that you desire to monitor then use the UP or l l DOWN arrow keys to make a choice Tri Watch Display P d 2 Press and hold the TRI 16 9 key for more than one TRI Hold for second Figure 8 More Than 1 Second Observe the LCD display showing TRI 16 9 and the cycling set of channel numbers indicating that the TRI WATCH feature is active Go FIGURE 8 gt Observe that when a transmission is received by the third channel reception will be briefly inter rupted to monitor channels 16 and 9 If reception is on channel 9 it will be interrupted to monitor channel 16 Channel 16 always has priority in TRI WATCH ou To cancel the TRI WATCH feature press the TRI 16 9 key to monitor only channel 16 or any other key to return to a selected channel i 19 GETTING STARTED Monitoring Weather Channels D lI A T HT PECL Weather Channel amp Weather Alert Display Select Weather or Regular ALERT Channels V Select Channel FIGURE 9 Activate Weather Alert 20 NOTE If you enter channel 16 into memory for the Scan Mode it will not have the priority it r
42. ther alert feature and save battery power r Select a weather channel Initiate Weather Alert Reduce volume to minimum Press and hold the LOCK key Wn gt The audio will mute and the VHF 725 will wake up from a lower power mode to monitor for the weather alert tone every 5 seconds Pressing any key that is functional during the LOCK mode will cancel the Low Power mode and switch to regular W X Alert Mode A weather alert tone from the National Weather Service will also cancel the Low Power mode and tune the receiver to the active weather alert channel at mid volume level 21 GETTING STARTED Receiving and Transmitting at a VOL PPTL LLL Receiving Mode Display Toggle From Weather ALERT To Regular Channels r Select Channel Band Oo Select Channel Enter Channel Into Memory OO Activate SCAN Feature Activate Emergecy Monitor or Tri Watch Feature Oi Q FIGURE 10 22 1 gt a N co Press the WXICH key to choose from weather channels or regular channels Figure 10 Press the UIIIC key to select a channel band Figure 10 Press the UP DOWN arrow keys to select a channel Figure 10 Press the MEM key when scrolling through the channels to enter up to ten channels in the SCAN memory You must select at least two for the SCAN feature to activate Figure 10 Press the SCAN key to
43. tions Service ITS Duplex Transmit and receive on different frequencies FM Frequency Modulation International Channels Channel designations as defined for use in international waters by the ITS PTT Press To Talk switch RF Radio Frequency RX Receive Simplex Transmit and receive on the same frequency Squelch To suppress background noise Tri Watch Monitors Channels 16 and 9 while working on yet another user designated channel TX Transmit U S A Channels Channel designations as defined by the FCC VHF Very High Frequency 30 MHz to 300 MHz Weather Channels Channel designations as defined by the FCC APPENDIX G A Messa gES ainiin i ACCESSOMES E 25 Monitoring Antenna Installation 15 N B National Weather Service 14 Backlighting ceeeeeeeees 24 NiCad Battery Kit 26 Battery Installation 15 Battery Pack 15 26 P Belt C linnani 25 Packing iS inensis ji Priority Safian 19 C Calling Channel 3 s COUT ONS isona iV V Scanning Setup 18 Channel Definition 12 14 Selecting Channel 16 9 19 22 Channel List 28 29 Selecting a Channel seseeeen 16 CICANIN Gi E T 30 Selecting a Weather Channel 20 2 9 D Specifications eee 27 Dual Wathscissstistichssines 20 T E TrANSMitting ccccecseseeeeeeseees 22 Emergency Channel 13 Tiie Wations 19 Error TONES isione 32 Trickle Charger 26 Troubleshooting ccceceeeeees 32 F
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