Furuno RC-1500-1T Instrukcja Użytkownika

Radio Rack ConsoleRC-1500-1TThere are two versions of the radio rack console: standard type and the dual Inmarsat C type which has two Inmarsat C syst

1 – 2System 2 Dual Inmarsat C typeSSBRadiotelephoneDistributionPCB24VDCNMEA OUT(Maximumfive Outputs)(Inside Console) NMEA IN(Nav data)24VDC24VDCPrint

4-244.5 Neutral Craft CallThis type of call informs all ships that your ship is not a participant in armed conflict, and positionand own ship ID are c

4-257. The display changes as below. You are now ready to send the neutral craft call.*** Send message ***CALL TYPE : NEUTRAL

4-264.6 Medical Transport CallThe medical transport call informs all ships, by using the priority "urgency", that own ship carriesmedical su

4-275. Press the [CALL] key to send the call (transmission time: about 7 sec.). The display shows“Medical transport call in progress!” while the mess

4-284.7 Polling CallPolling means confirming if own station is within communicating range with other station. Thisfunction only provides affirmative o

4-295. Press the [ENT] key to open the PRIORITY menu.CALL TYPESTATION ID DSC FREQ: Polling : 987654321 : Routine : 12M-INTL GO TO ALL VIEW*** Send

4-3010. After the call is sent (timer counts down to zero) the following display appears.Waiting for pollingacknowledgement.DSC FREQ : 2177.0 KHZ

4-314.7.2 Receiving a polling callAutomatic reply1. The display changes as follows and the audio alarm sounds when a polling request call isreceived

4-32Manual reply1. The display changes as follows and the audio alarm sounds when a polling request call isreceived and the status of the [5/ACK] key

4-334.8 Position CallThere are two types of position calls: you send your position to other stations and your shiprequests position of another ship.Se

1 – 31.2 Equipment DescriptionKeep the all equipment powered while the vessel is underway by regulations.FURUNO SSB RadiotelephoneFor ship-ship and sh

4-344.8.1 Position call: requesting other ship’s position1. Press the [CALL] key, and press the [ENT] key to open the CALL TYPE menu.If this part of

4-359. The display now looks something like the following.CALL TYPE: POSITION REQUESTSTATION ID : 123456789PRIORITY : ROUTINE *** Send message **

4-3613. Do one of the following depending on the message displayed at step 12.Acknowledge call receivedThe audio alarm sounds; press the [CANCEL] or

4-373. Press the [CANCEL] key to silence the alarm, and the display changes as below.JUL-23-1999-23:59:09 POSITION ACKNOWLEDGE TO SHIP : 987654321 R

4-384. Confirm your position and then press the [CALL] to send the call (transmission time: approx.7 sec.). The display changes as below.Pos acknowle

4-394.9 PSTN CallThe PSTN call allows the making and receiving of telephone calls over public switched telephonenetworks.4.9.1 Sending PSTN call, rece

4-405. Press the [ENT] key to open the TEL NO. menu. GO TO ALL VIEW*** Send message ***CALL TYPE: COAST ID DSC FREQ PSTN CALL : 001234567 :12M-I

4-41Waiting foracknowledgement.TIME TO GO: 25SDSC FREQ :12577.5 KHZFROM COAST : 001234567 TEL NO. : 1234567890123456No response! Try calling again?

4-42 Unable acknowledge1) The audio alarm sounds; press the [CANCEL] or [ENT] key to silence the alarm. Thedisplay shown in the figure below appears.*

4-434.9.2 Sending PSTN call, receiving acknowledge back (QUEUE indication), ring back1. Press the [CALL] key followed by the [ENT] key to open

1 – 41.3 Mutual Operation of EquipmentAs noted earlier, the equipment in this radio console are interfaced by FURUNO's MIF radiointerface. For ex

4-447. Press the [ENT] key to open the DSC FREQ menu. GO TO ALL VIEW*** Send message ***CALL TYPE COAST ID : PSTN CALL : 123456789 TEL NO.

4-4511. Do one of the following depending on the message shown at step 10.Waiting for acknowledge1) After the timer counts down to zero the following

4-46Unable to acknowledge call received1) The alarm sounds; press the [CANCEL] or [ENT] key to silence the alarm. The displaychanges as below, waiting

4-474.9.3 Receiving PSTN call, sending acknowledge back (ACK BQ)1. The following display appears when a PSTN call is received.Able acknowledgec

4-485. One of the following messages appears.PSTN call connected.DSC FREQ : 12577.5 KHZTO COAST :001234567 TEL NO. : 1234567890123456 TELEPHONE

4-493. When the timer counts down to zero one of the following displays appear.Charge information call received.CHARGE TIME : 00H 12M 34S FROM COAST

4-504.9.5 PSTN call disconnection, receiving charge information (coast station disconnects line)1. The PSTN line is disconnected by the coast s

5-1 5. LOG FILEThe log file stores routine received messages (messages other than Distress), received distressmessages and transmitted messages, each

5-2Select file,press [ENT]to view.* Rcvd distress log *46.JUN-29-19:56*RELAY ALL47.JUN-29-19:48*DISTRESS48.JUN-29-19:44*DISTRESS49.JUN-26-12:36*ACKNO

5-35.2.2 Ordinary log1. Press the [0/LOG] key to open the Log file menu.8436.535˚00.000N 135˚00.000E 23:59WATCH KEEPING21168DISTROUT2116903.0 12657.0

1 – 51.4 Power On/OffTurning on the system1. Turn on breakers and switches on the AC/DC Radio Switch Box in the following order: 1 100 VAC main powe

5-45.2.3 Transmitted log1. Press the [LOG] key to open the Log file menu.8436.535˚00.000N 135˚00.000E 23:59WATCH KEEPING21168DISTROUT2116903.0 12657.

6-1 6. PREPARING SEND MESSAGESIn Chapter 4 you learned how to prepare and send individual, group, geographical area andPSTN calls. In this chapter yo

6-27. Press the [ENT] key to open the COM. TYPE window.* Message file entry CALL TYPE:STATION ID COM. TYPE COM. FREQ DSC FREQ INDIVIDUAL : 0012345

6-3* Message file entry FILE NAME: ----------------FILE NUMBER : ---FILE ENTRYHow to Enter File Name and Number1. Press the [ENT] key to open the file

6-46.2 Preparing Group Call Messages1. Press the [#/SETUP] key to open the Setup menu.2. Select MESSAGE and press the [ENT] key.3. Press the [ENT]

6-5* Message file entry CALL TYPE: GROUP ID COM. TYPE COM. FREQ DSC FREQ GROUP CALL : 012345678: TELEPHONE : NO INFO : 2M-INTLFREQUENCYCHANNEL10.

6-6* Message file entry CALL TYPE: AREA COM. TYPE COM. FREQ DSC FREQ AREA CALL: --˚N ---˚E ↓ --˚ → -- ˚: TELEPHONE : NO INFO : 2M-INTL--˚N --

6-76.4 Preparing PSTN Call Messages1. Press the [#/SETUP] key to open the Setup menu.2. Select MESSAGE and press the [ENT] key.3. Press the [ENT] k

6-8* Message file entry CALL TYPE: COAST ID TEL NO. : PSTN CALL 001234567 1234567890---DSC FREQ : 2M-INTL TL6 MHZ8 MHZ12 MHZ4 MHZ2 MHZ16 MHZ18

6-96. Press the [ENT] key to open the DSC FREQ menu.DSC FREQ KHZ* Message file entry CALL TYPECOAST IDPRIORITY: Test : 00

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6-106.7 Printing List of Send Message FilesYou can print a list of send message files as follows: 1. Press the [*/FILE] key to open the Send message

7-1 7. SETUP MENU7.1 Setup Menu OverviewThe Setup menu, consisting of 11 menus, provides for set up of the equipment according toexpected usage and us

7-27.2 Alarm MenuThe Alarm menu enables/disables internal and external alarms. Note that the Distress/Urgencyalarm cannot be disabled. Press the [#/SE

7-37.3 Auto Ack MenuThe Auto Ack menu enables/disables automatic acknowledgement of individual, position andpolling calls. Press the [#/SETUP] key, se

7-4Default: ABLE** Auto ack setup **COMPLY TYPE : ABLEUNABLE REASON :NO REASON GIVENPOSITION CALL : OFFPOLLING CALL : ON ABLEUNABLEChoose ABLE or UNAB

7-57.4 Erase File MenuThe Erase file menu separately erases the entire contents of the received ordinary log, receiveddistress log, transmitted log, s

7-67.6 Position MenuPosition and time are entered (automatically or manually) on the Position menu. Manually enterposition and time when the DSC-60 is

7-77.7.1 Sample printoutsPrinting can be done automatically or manually. For manual printing, press the [8/PRINT] key.Note that messages comprised of

7-87.8 Scan Freq MenuThe Scan freq menu determines which DSC routine and distress frequencies to scan. Follow theinstructions below to select/deselect

7-97.8.2 Routine frequencies1. Press the [#/SETUP] key, select SCAN FREQ and press the [ENT] key to display the Scanfreq menu.DISTRESS 2M : FIXED

2 – 1Chapter 2 RC-1500-1T Control Panel andPP-5102.1 RC-1500-1T Control PanelThe figure which follows is an exploded view of the control panel.Contro

7-107.9 User CH MenuThe User ch menu allows registration of user Tx and Rx channels, where permitted by theAuthorities. Follow the instructions below

7-115. Key in channel no. and press the [ENT] key. For example, press [1], [2], [3], [4] and [ENT] toenter channel 1234. The channel selected is show

7-127.10 Volume MenuThe Volume menu enables/disables key beep (acknowledges correct key input) and adjusts thevolume of the handset, ordinary alarm an

7-137.11 Test MenuThe Test menu provides test facilities for the service technician. This menu cannot be accessedby the operator.TONEBKREMOTEEXT ALARM

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8-1 8. CHECKING, MAINTENANCEWARNINGDo not open the equipment.Hazardous voltage which cancause electrical shock existsinside the equipment. Only qualif

8-23. If auto printing is active the test results are printed. To manually print results, press the[8/PRINT] key. Below is a sample test results prin

8-38.3 Simple TroubleshootingThe table below provides common problems and the means with which to restore normaloperation. If normal operation cannot

8-48.5 Test CallThis function sends a test signal over one of six distress and safety frequencies to a coaststation. For that reason, it should not be

8-56. Select an appropriate frequency and press the [ENT] key, and the display changes as below.*** Send message ***CALL TYPE : TEST COAST ID

2 – 233333 BATTERY CHARGER switchTurns battery charger on/off. When charging, battery voltage is shown on the voltage meter onthe AC/DC Radio Switch

8-610. Do one of the following depending on the message shown in step 9.Test acknowledge call receivedThe audio alarm sounds; press the [CANCEL] key t

A-1APPENDIXMenu TreeINTERNAL AUDIO ALARM RCVD CALL (ON, OFF) OLD POSITION (ON, OFF)

A-2DSC Frequency TableTx (kHz) Rx (kHz) Remarks File Name2187.5 2187.54207.5 4207.56312.0 6312.08414.5 8414.512577.0 12577.016804.5 16804.5Distress an

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iiiTABLE OF CONTENTSFOREWORD ... v1. RADIOTELEX COMMUNICA

vFOREWORDFURUNO Electric Company thanks you for selecting and purchasing the FURUNO DP-6 NBDP(Narrow Band Direct Printing) Terminal. We are confident

2 – 3Battery chargingBefore operating the radio, check the battery voltage on the meter provided on the AC/DCRadio Switch Box. The battery voltage is

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1-11. RADIOTELEX COMMUNICATION1.1 GeneralTelex subscribers can attest to radiotelex as a reliable and efficientmethod for sending and receiving telep

1-21.3 ARQ Mode (A-Mode)DescriptionThe ARQ (Automatic Re-transmission request, or Automatic Re-quest for repetition) Mode allows private communication

1-3not sending. This time is taken up by propagation time from theISS to the IRS, 70 ms for the IRS to send its service informationsignal, and the re

1-41.4 FEC Mode (B-Mode)DescriptionThe FEC mode is for one-way, uninterrupted transmission of mes-sages, for example, weather forecasts and emergency

2-12. SYSTEM OVERVIEW2.1 System ConfigurationSSB RADIO-TELEPHONEMAIN UNITDP-6DSCTERMINAL UNITIB-581NAVAIDPRINTERPP-51024 VDC24 VDC24 VDC______: Standa

2-22.2 Turning on the SystemThere is no particular order for turning on the units of the system.The figure below shows the location of power switches

2-3Keyboardunit is operated from the keyboard, and is almost 100% keyboardcontrolled. Operation is simplified by the use of menus which youaccess by p

2-42.4 Function Keys, Menu OperationThe function keys at the top of the keyboard control most opera-tions of this unit through a menu system.Menu Conv

2-5Selecting menu items and optionsMenu items can be selected by pressing appropriate numeric keyor selecting menu desired with the arrow keys and pre

2 – 41. Confirming chargingConfirm that the BATTERY CHARGER switch on the control panel is set for AUTO. Further,confirm that the battery voltage mete

2-6Function key [F2]: Edit menuThe Edit menu provides a full line of editing features. This menu isonly operative while creating a message.1: Undo2: C

2-7Function key [F3]: Operate menuThe Operate menu controls transmitting and receiving.1: Call Station3: File to Send4: Cancel Sending5: Scan (Start/S

2-8Function key [F4]: Window menuThe Window menu displays data together with current screen.1: Display NMEA Data2: Calendar3: Remote A (TX/RX)4: Remo

2-9Function key [F5]: Station menuThe Station menu provides for storage of stations, timer programs,channels, and various ID codes.1: Station Entry2:

2-10Function key [F6]: System menuThe System menu is mainly for use by technicians and includesdiagnostic tests (self test). To change settings, selec

2-11MIF Freeze Turn on to send "freeze" command toradio equipment connected. (RequiresFURUNO radio equipment.)MIF AGC Turn on to automatical

2-12Function key [F9]: OVERIn the ARQ mode, changes the direction of traffic; the informationreceiving station becomes the information sending station

3-13. PREPARATIONS FORTRANSMISSION AND RECEPTIONThis chapter provides the procedures necessary for preparing theDP-6 for transmitting and receiving. F

3-23. For final verification of the data, the Caution shown in Figure3-2 appears. If code is correct, press the [Enter] key again.Answerback Code12345

3-33.2 Station ListThe station list provides abbreviated dialing with storage for up to50 stations, one frequency pair (Rx and Tx) per station. For st

2 – 52.3 PP-510Turning on the powerTurn on the POWER switch at the front of the printer. The POWER and ON LINE lamps light.The printer is now ready to

3-48. If you selected "Channel" enter ITU channel number (see ap-pendix) or User channel number (see page 3-9).If you selected the "Sca

3-54. Do one of the following;Edit station: Use [ ], [ ] and the [Backspace] key to makecorrections.Delete station: Erase station name with the [Backs

3-65. Press the [ ] key to advance the cursor to the Start Time line.Enter start time in 24-hour notation. To have the operation startat 8:35, for exa

3-73.4 Scan Channel GroupsThe DP-6 can automatically control radio equipment through chan-nel scanning. The radio equipment scans a number of channels

3-85. Press the [ ] key to advance the cursor to Mode, and then se-lect the communication mode; AUTO, ARQ or FEC.Note: To register the Scanning Channe

3-94. Do one of the following;Editing channels: Press the [Backspace] key to delete the chan-nel number and then enter new channel number.Adding chann

3-106. Press the [Enter] key.7. Press the [Enter] key. Channel number entered appears in theChannel List.To register another user channel, repeat step

4-14. FILE OPERATIONSThis chapter mainly describes how to create, save, edit and printfiles. The Edit menu provides a full lineup of editing facilitie

4-24.2 Saving a FileBefore you can save a file to a floppy disk, the disk must be for-matted. 2HD Type is only available.Formatting Floppy Disks1. Pre

4-34.3 Editing FilesCutting and Pasting TextYou can delete, move and copy text by using the Cut, Copy andPaste functions in the Edit menu.1: Undo2: Cu

Your Local Agent/DealerYour Local Agent/Dealer9-52 Ashihara-cho,9-52 Ashihara-cho,Nishinomiya, JapanNishinomiya, JapanTelephone :Telephone : 0798-65-2

2 – 6[P.PARK] keyBacks the paper by maximum 18 inches. If the paper is not detected after backing it, the P. OUTlamp blinks three times and the printe

4-4Pasting textTo paste the cut text to a new location;1. Place the cursor at the exact spot in the message where the cuttext is to start.2. Press fun

4-51. Load the file to be copied from a floppy disk in working memory1.2. Press function key [F2] and the [5] key. The entire file appearsin inverse v

4-6Replacing TextThe Replace feature helps you replace every occurrence of a wordor phase with another word or phase in a file.1. Press function key [

4-74.4 Opening FilesTwo working areas (called working area 1 and working area 2) areprovided to which you can load a file, and one file may be dis-pla

4-84.5 Renaming FilesTo rename a file;1. Press function key [F1].2. Press the [5] key.3. Select file and press the [Enter] key.4. Enter new name.5. Pr

4-94.8 Real Time PrintingAn incoming or outgoing message can be printed out while it isbeing received or transmitted.1. Press function key [F1] to dis

4-104.10 Communications LogTransmission/Reception date and time, ID, mode, Tx/Rx frequen-cies and station name are recorded for each message received

5-15. TRANSMISSION, RECEPTIONThis chapter shows you how to transmit and receive Telex mes-sages. Also included are the procedures for frequency scanni

5-23. Input frequency pair. This can only be done with FURUNOtransceivers.For other makes of transceiver, set a frequency pair at the trans-ceiver. Om

5-35.2 Calling a Station1. Press function key [F3] to display the Operate menu.1: Call Station2: Macro Operation3: File to Send4: Cancel Sending5: Sca

2 – 72. Unfasten screws A and push back B (for both right and left) shown below to remove theprinter cover.PaperPaperCoverScrewCAB3. Swing out the pap

5-45.3 Transmitting a File from a Floppy DiskYou may send a file from a floppy disk as follows after calling astation.1. Press function key [F3] and t

5-596 12 13 0 0. X X XYear datemonthSerial number from 000When "Tx/Rx Msg Save" is OFF in the System menu, all mes-sages are d

5-64. Transmit message by one of the following methods;Send a file from a floppy diska) Press function key [F7] (WRU) to receive the answerbackcode of

5-76. Receive a message from the sending station, if any.7. After completion of communication, press function key [F7](WRU) key to receive the answerb

5-85.7 Communication ExampleThis section shows how to register your station with a coast station(Singapore), in order to connect with a land line and

5-9Transmitting message directly (DIRTLX)The procedure which follows shows how to transmit a Telex mes-sage directly to a station.1. Execute "Cal

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5-115.8 Timer OperationA built-in timer permits automatic transmission and reception oftelex messages.Enabling Timer Operation1. Press function key [F

5-125.9 ScanningRadio equipment scans a group of operator-selected frequencies(channels), and stops scanning when an incoming signal is received.1. Pr

6-16. WINDOW MENUThe Window menu allows you to display one of the following to-gether with the current screen:1) Navigation data2) Calendar3) Remote c

2 – 8 Remarks on Replacement of Ribbon CassetteChange the ribbon when print darkness is no longer suitable to your needs.The print head is hot after

6-2CalendarThe Calendar menu displays the calendar of any combination ofmonth and year you desire. Press function key [F4] and the [2]key. To change y

7-17. MARITEX OPERATIONThis chapter provides an overview to the MARITEX system. Fordetailed information, consult your MARITEX Traffic Manual.7.1 What

7-2MARITEX ServicesMARITEX provides four main services to MARITEX subscrib-ers:• Store-and-forward telex• Direct dialing• Multi address• Semi-faxNote:

7-3Registering Scan GroupsThe Central System emits a free-signal to indicate a MARITEXradio channel is in idle condition and available for ship-to-sho

7-46. Press the [ ] key to advance the cursor to Mode. Select thecommunication mode, AUTO, ARQ or FEC.7. Press the [ ] key to advance the cursor to Au

7-5Table 7-1 MARITEX ChannelITUChannelMARITEXNo.Coast StationTX (kHz)Ship Station Tx(kHz)LocationUPUPUPUP40094014UP60016019UP80078024UP1200612024UP160

7-6Registering StationsThe next step is to enter station name. The procedure is the sameas the procedure shown on page 3-3. The station list provides

7-78. Press the [ ] key to display the Scanning Group List. Scanning Group List MARITEX-AMARITEX-BMARITEX-CMARITEX-DMARITEX-EMARITEX-FFigure 7-5 Scann

7-87.3 Preparing Programs for Automatic Message TransmissionThis section shows you how to prepare the programs necessary forautomatic message tra

7-9After reception of GA+?, enter appropriate short-code command.Table 7-3 shows the commands processed by MARITEX stations.Table 7-3 MARITEX short-co

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7-10Store-and-Forward TelexThe following is the sequence of events in transmission of Telexmessage in MARITEX.1. Shipboard station sends message to MA

7-11Preparing a macrofile for store-and-forward TelexYou will need a macrofile to enable automatic message transmis-sion on store-and-forward Telex. A

7-125. Press the [5] key. The Save prompt appears on the display. close Text Saving File Name(Untitled 1)NoYes Figure 7-7 Save prompt 6. Press the [

7-13Macrofile for Direct DialingThe direct dialing features allows you to contact a land subscribervia MARITEX. Below is an example of a macrofile for

7-14Procedure for direct dialing.oN erudecorP yalpsiD skrameR1.XETIRAMllaCsraeppaTCENNOCdna(oedivesrevnini.)sdnuoslleb;dnuoflangis-eerF.ydaertiucricoi

7-15Macrofile for Multi AddressThe figure which follows shows an example of a macrofile formulti address use.@FREE 15@CALL S: MARITEX@WRU@CASE GA+?@SE

7-16Macrofile for Semi-faxIn the Semi-fax option, MARITEX converts ship-to-shore direc-tion telex message to facsimile and retransmits it via the tele

7-177.4 Transmitting in MARITEX SystemThis section describes how to transmit a Telex message inMARITEX.Basic Procedure1. Register answerback code (Tel

7-18Actual Transmission1. Press function key [F3] to display the Operate menu.1: Call Station3: File to Send4: Cancel Sending5: Scan (Start/Stop)6: Ma

8-18. MAINTENANCE ANDTROUBLESHOOTINGDo not work inside theequipment unless totallyfamiliar with electricalcircuits.Hazardous voltage which cancause el

Part 2The RC-1500-1T can be connected to the FS-1562 series or FS-5000 series FURUNO SSBRadiotelephone. Refer to respective operator's manual for

8-28.2 Simple TroubleshootingPower SupplyIf the power cannot be applied (power lamp on the main unit doesnot light):• Check for loosened power cable c

8-34. Press the [Enter] key. The results of the self test are displayed ashort time later.Self Test Terminal Unit Test : ver. 1.xx*1 :OKMain Uni

8-4Station Name : Frequency (T/R) : / (kHz) Comm Mode : AutoComm Status : Connect Send Lock Error Mark Space1:File 2:Edit

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iiiCONTENTSMENU TREE ... viiOPERATIONAL OVERVIEW ...

ivSYSTEM INITIALIZATION ...2-1System Settings...

vINMARSAT-C COMMUNICATIONS ...4-1Transmitting...

viiMENU TREENumerals in parenthesis are page numbers.

viiiOPERATIONAL OVERVIEW

1FOREWORDIntroductionFURUNO Electric Company thanks you for considering and purchas-ing the FELCOM 12 Inmarsat-C Mobile Earth Station. We are confi-de

2FeaturesE-mail facilityTo transmit E-mail, register with the LES provider. E-mailcharges are calculated separately.Built in Enhanced Group Call (EGC

3About This ManualA word about the organization of this manual: It is laid out in a user-friendly manner as possible. We realize a machine like this w

4FELCOM 12 System ConfigurationFigure 1 FELCOM 12 system configuration

5INMARSAT-C SYSTEMThis chapter provides an overview of the Inmarsat-C satellite com-munication system.IntroductionThe Inmarsat-C system provides world

6Inmarsat System ConfigurationFigure 2 Inmarsat-C satellite communication system

7The Inmarsat-C system consists of the Operation Control Center(OCC), Satellite Control Centers (SCC), Network Coordination Sta-tions (NCS), Land Eart

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9Communications NetworkFigure 4 shows the Inmarsat-C communications network.Figure 4 Inmarsat-C communications networkNCS common channel The NCS has t

10MES interface The MES consists of the Data CircuitTerminating Equipment (DCE) and theData Terminal Equipment (DTE). TheDCE consists of the antenna

11Peripheral EquipmentThe following equipment can be additionally connected to theFELCOM 12.Distress/Urgent Receiving Unit (IC-303)The IC-303 releases

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1-1OPERATIONAL OVERVIEWThis chapter provides an overview of the FELCOM 12 system.The Communication UnitThe communication unit is the heart of the FELC

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1-2The Terminal UnitThe DTE may consist of IB-581 or IBM compatible pc. All opera-tions are carried out from the terminal unit, through an easy-to-un

1-3Printer PP-510 (optional supply)The printer prints transmitted and received messages. The POWERswitch is on the right side of the unit. A lamp on t

1-4KeyboardThe FELCOM 12 is almost 100% keyboard controlled. Operation issimplified by the use of menus which you access by pressing func-tion keys,

1-5Shift Selects upper or lower case letters. Press andhold down the key to get upper case letters.Note that only upper case letters are used intelex.

1-6Shortcut key operationThe FELCOM 12 provides the keyboard shortcuts shown below forcommonly used functions.Table 1-2 Shortcut keysFunction MenusTh

1-7Selecting menu, menu optionsPress appropriate function key to select a menu. For example, press[F1] to select the File menu.Figure 1-6 File menuYou

1-8Sample menu operationFor example, you want to display a transmitted message. All opera-tions begin from the standby display.Figure 1-7 Standby dis

1-9Display IndicationsThe display is divided in three sections:1) The menu area2) The working area3) The operating status areaFigure 1-10 Location of

1-10(3) Communication unit statusIdle Idle (awaiting receiving, awaiting trans-mitting)Idle (pending) Awaiting reply from LESSending During message t

1-11(7) Logging statusLOGOUT Logged out with ocean regionLOGIN Logged in with ocean regionLOGIN (blinking) Logging in with ocean region(8) Other infor

1-12Silencing the Audible AlarmSome error messages and alerts are accompanied by the audible alarm.This alarm can be silenced, in most instances, by

1-135. Press [] to select OFF..Note: To silence the audible alarm given to an EGC distress orurgent message from Distress Alert Unit (IC-302), followt

1-14Contents of program diskREAD.ME: Instructions for installation of softwareIBINST.BAT: English software for IB-581IBRINST.BAT: Russian software fo

2-1SYSTEM INITIALIZATIONThis chapter provides the information necessary for initializing theFELCOM 12. Once the FELCOM 12 is initialized you need do n

2-2System setupThe System Setup menu provides for input of date, time, operatingmode, and port function.1. Press [F8] to select the Setup menu.File

2-37. Press [Enter] to open the selection window.Setup9. ConfigurationSystem Setup01:53 97-08-04 (YY-MM-DD)IORINMARSAT-COFFDTE1DTE1AutoAOR (WEST)AOR

2-415. Press [Enter] to open the selection window.Setup9. ConfigurationSystem Setup01:53 97-08-04 (YY-MM-DD)IORINMARSAT-CDTE1OFFDTE1DTE1OFFEXTINTSys

2-523. Press [Enter] to open the selection window.Setup9. ConfigurationSystem Setup01:53 97-08-04 (YY-MM-DD)IORINMARSAT-CDTE1OFFDTE1System Date &

2-630. Press [Esc] to open the update window.Setup9. ConfigurationSystem SetupSystem Date & TimePreferred NCSMES Operation ModeNav PortActive Por

2-712. Select “Normal Mode” or “Reverse Mode”. Normal Mode displays black characters on white backgrund. Reverse Mode displays w

viFOREWORDThank you for purchasing this DSC/Watch Receiver. We are confident you will discover whyFURUNO has become synonymous with quality and reliab

2-8Login1. Confirm that “SYNC (NCS)” appears at the bottom of the screen.2. Press [F7] to display the Options menu.File Edit Transmit EGC

2-95. LOGIN begins and the screen should now look something likeFigure 2-17. The indication LOGIN appears in blinking reversevideo.File Edit T

2-10File Edit Transmit EGC Reports Logs Options Setup Position StopAlarmCurrent State: IDLESuccessful Login.DCE

2-11EGC SettingsWhat is the EGC (Enhanced Group Call) service?The EGC service enables EGC information providers to sendSafetyNETTM or FleetNETTM messa

2-12EGC setupThe FELCOM 12 receives EGC messages directed to its present po-sition and Navarea without further programming. The EGC Setupscreen lets

2-135. Press [Enter] to close the position window.6. Press [/] to send the cursor to the Navarea line.7. Press [Enter] to open the Navarea window.Setu

2-1413. Press [Enter] to open the Waypoint window.SetupEGC SetupReceive EGC AreaAdditional PositionNavareaFixed AreaWaypoint (from NAV Equipment)NAVT

2-1521. Press [Esc] to open the update window.SetupEGC SetupReceive EGC AreaAdditional PositionNavareaFixed AreaWaypoint (from NAV Equipment)NAVTEXSta

2-166. Press [Enter] to open the text window.SetupConfigurationEGC Channel List11080* 12580* 10840* 11088*ENT: set ESC: quitFigure 2-28 EGC channel

2-17SetupConfigurationNCS Channel ListNoAOR (WEST)FREQ11080*ID044000000012345678ENT: set ESC: quitAOR (EAST)FREQ12580*ID1441111111PORFREQ12580*ID244

iiiiiiiiiiiii iDANGER"DANGER", "WARNING" and "CAUTION" notices appear throughout this manual. It is theresponsibility of

vii• Built-in intercom function provides voice communications between the DSC-60 and SSBradiotelephone.• Optional built-in receiver board for DSC ship

2-18LES List OperationsThe LES List provides for storage of 44 LES names per ocean re-gion. When the LES table is opened on the Send menu, LES namese

2-194. With the arrow keys place the cursor where no data is entered.5. Press [Enter].SetupConfigurationLES ListSOUTHBURYGOONHILLYCtrl+P: print ENT:

2-20Deleting and changing the LES list1. Press [F8], [9] and [2] to display the LES list.2. Select the LES you want to edit.3. Press [Enter].The curs

2-21Table 2-1 LES IDsunemSELtseWROAtsaEROAROIROPhtreP223222yllihnooG200201203NELET/YB/YLETEN 202leuqassuA121123muruB220dnavaalB131roneleT/kiE400401403

2-22Station List OperationsProgramming the station listThe FELCOM 12 provides an “address book” for programming 64station IDs.1. Press [F8] to displa

2-2310. Press [Enter] to open the destination type window.TELEXFAXE-MailCSDNPSDNX400DNIDSPECTELEX (Prefixed)FAX (Prefixed)PSDN (Prefixed)X400 (Prefixe

2-24edoCxiferPnoitcnuF11ecnatsissAs'rotarepO21ediuGlaiD33ecnatsissAlacinhceT19tseTxeleTcitamotuA16. Press [Enter] to close the prefix code windo

2-25Editing the station list1. Press [F8], [9] and [1] to display the Station List.SetupConfigurationStation List0102030405060708abcxyzSeagullCtrl+P:

2-26Entering Own Ship’s PositionWhen there is no navigation device connected, select OFF on theNav Port line in the System Setup menu, as explained o

2-27Setting DirectoriesYou can designate the directory where to save incoming and outgo-ing messages as follows:1. Press [F8] to display the Setup men

1-1 1. DSC SYSTEM OVERVIEW1.1 What is DSC?DSC is an acronym meaning Digital Selective Calling. It is a digital distress and general callingsystem in

2-28E-mail Service ListThe E-mail service list provides for E-mail set up. Currently there arefour service stations which handle E-mail. The procedur

2-295. Press [Enter] to open the window for service station name entry.Setup8. Directories9. ConfigurationConfiguration1. Station List2. LES List3. EG

2-3029. Press [/] to place the cursor on the “Separator” line.30. Press [Enter] to open the window for separator entry.31. Type proper Separator (

2-315. Press [Enter] to the update window.Setup6. Auto Mode Setup7. E-Mail Setup8. Directories9. ConfigurationE-Mail SetupStation Name01AOR.W AOR.E

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3-1FILE OPERATIONSThis chapter describes how to prepare, edit, save and print files (mes-sages).Preparing a MessageThere are two types of files: routi

3-2Note: If the text editor screen does not appear and “close” screenappears, see “Opening a file where a working area is oc-cupied” on page 3-11.3.

3-3When the recipient receives a message with both addressee code andpassword, he must enter the password to view contents of the mes-sage.Editor menu

3-4Scroll: Sets how much the screen moves up over the page(Full Screen or Half Screen) when [PgUp] or[PgDn] key is operated.Figure 3-6 Text editor sc

3-54. Press [1] to select Cut. The highlighted text is cut and the remain-ing text is reformatted. If a mistake is made, you can immediatelyrestore th

1-2Contents of a DSC callCalling categoryCall category CallIndividual Individual, PSTN, Test, Position, Polling, Relay Sel (specific coast station)All

3-65. Press [F2] followed by [3]. The text is placed at the cursor loca-tion.Figure 3-11 Text pasted at cursor locationInsert (with Citation)When you

3-7Saving a MessageFormatting a floppy diskTo save a message to a floppy disk the disk must be formatted. For-matting prepares the disk no information

3-8Saving a messageYou can save a message two ways: Save it without losing your placeon the screen (called “save”), or save it before clearing the sc

3-9Save message, clear screen1. Press [F1] to display the File menu.2. Press [3]. The prompt “Save this message?” appears on the screen.Figure 3-16 Fi

3-10Opening a FileThe internal memory provides two working areas where you can loadone file each. Only one file can be displayed at a time, however y

3-11Switching between filesYou can switch between files by selecting Change Window in theEdit menu. Figure 3-20 illustrates how to switch between file

3-12Saving a File Under a New Name1. Call up a file.2. Edit the file.3. Press [F1].4. Press [3] (or [4]). “Save this message?” prompt appears. [3] sa

3-13Figure 3-25 Save screen, overwrite file namePrinting a FileYou can print out a hard copy of a file stored in a floppy disk.1. Press [F1] to displa

3-14Combining FilesIn the procedure below we’ll combine file A and B.1. Open file A.2. Open file B. File B appears on the display.3. Place the cursor

3-154. Press [Enter]. The prompt “OK to delete file?” appears.Figure 3-28 Prompt for verification of file delete5. Press [Enter] to delete the file, o

1-31.2.1 Distress alert call and replyThis type of call is sent by own ship in the event of distress, by pressing the [DISTRESS] buttonmore than three

3-16RenameDo the following to change file name.1. Press [F1].2. Press [6].Figure 3-30 File, rename3. Select a file you want to rename.4. Press [Enter

4-1INMARSAT-C COMMUNICATIONSThis chapter explains how to transmit and receive in the Inmarsat-Csystem.Before conducting any communications, be sure to

4-2Table 4-1 Message, subscriber destination and codeMessage Subscriber Destination Type Code RemarksEnglish Inmarsat C Sta. TELEX IA5Telex TELEX ITA

4-33. Press [Enter] or [1] to display the Transmit Message menu. Thecursor is on the Priority line and “Normal” is selected.Figure 4-2 Transmit messag

4-48. Follow instructions below for TELEX (Prefixed), or go to page4-5 for FAX or E-Mail.Destination type: TELEX (Prefixed)(1) Press [] to place the

4-5(9) Press [] to send the cursor to the Station ID line.(10)Press [Enter] to open the window for station ID entry.Figure 4-5 Transmit message menu,

4-6(2) Press [Enter] to open the window for address entry.Figure 4-7 Transmit message menu, address window(3) Type recipient’s E-mail address.(4) Pre

4-7Figure 4-9 Transmit message menu, select file window opened(11)Press [Enter] to open the file list window.To change drive on a PC, move the cursor

4-813. Press [/] to send the cursor to the Option line.14. Press [Enter] to open the option window.<[1] UNTITLED1>0001|tTransmit1. Transmit Mes

4-931. Press [Enter] to open the start window.32. Press [Enter] to transmit the message to the message buffer. (Toescape, select No and press [Enter].

1-41.2.2 Individual callThe individual call is for sending a call to a specific station.CoastStationOwn ShipDSC Message [Called AcknowledgeRequest (AC

4-10Figure 4-12 Transmit menu4. Press [1] to select Transmit Message. The cursor is on the Priority line and “Normal” is selected.Figure 4-13 Tran

4-11b) Select a file.c) Tap the space bar to display a portion of the file in the viewwindow.d) Press [Enter]. The Message File screen appears with th

4-12Figure 4-17 LES listFigure 4-18 Sample LES tablea) Select LES.b) Press [Enter].c) The Transmit Message screen appears with selected LES dis-playe

4-13Note: If a file name which was entered manually does not existwhen you attempt to transumit the file at step 13. “InputError: Message File” appear

4-144. Press [Enter] to open the Cancel window.Figure 4-21 Cancel window5. Press [Enter] to cancel a message from transmission, or select“No” and pre

4-152. Press [3] to display the Request Delivery Status menu.Figure 4-23 Sample request delivery statesMessage status list descriptionNo.: Message num

4-16RSB: Retransmission still being attemptedTMD: Maximum number of addresses exceededUNK: Unknown status (for example when the Logicalchannel numbe

4-17The 2-digit code servicesA range of special safety and general maritime services, known asthe 2-digit code services, may be received. The list on

4-18For maritime safety service;32 Medical advice Used for requesting medical advice.38 Medical assistance Used for requesting medical assistance.39

4-19Inserting the destinations of a fax terminalYou can send a text message to a Group 3 type fax terminal which isconnected to the international PSTN

1-51.4 Remote Control and Automatic Acknowledge1.4.1 Remote controlThe DSC-60 and a FURUNO SSB radiotelephone communicate with each other by means of

4-2017.Press [Enter] to close the window.18.Press [] to send the cursor to the Modem Type line.19.Press [Enter] to display the list of modem types.20

4-212) display logThe Display Log shows message number, priority, date and time oftransmission, LES ID and file size (in bytes) of the latest 50 recei

4-226. Press [Enter] to close the selection window.7. Press [Esc] twice.Displaying receive messagesWhen you can't read an attached file in Log m

4-234. Press [Enter] for routine messages and messages with addresseecode (no password).Your selection appears on the display. Figure 4-30 Sample rece

4-24Saving receive messages to a floppy disk1. Press [F6].2. Press [2] to display the Receive Message Log.Figure 4-33 Sample delete message screen3.

4-25The drive and directory where to save receive messages and createdfiles can be specified with “MSG Directory”. The default setting is asfollows;Fo

4-26Distress/Urgent Receiving Call Unit IC-303The IC-303 releases an audible alarm when a normal priority mes-sage and distress or urgency of navtex

4-274. To print the log, press and hold down [Ctrl] and press [P]. “Now printing” appears on the screen.To stop printing, press [Esc].display log desc

4-28Display send message log or receive message logYou can display send message log or receive message log as follow.1. Press [F6].2. Press [1] (Send

4-29Displaying EGC closed network ID (ENID)To join a FleetNETTM service, an MES must be registered with aninformation provider. The information provid

1-61.5 Interpreting Call DisplaysThis paragraph provides the information necessary for interpreting receive and send calls.1.5.1 Receive callsBelow a

4-303. Select an ENID you want inhibit (or activate).4. Press the Space bar to inhibit (or [Enter] key to reactivate).5. Press [Esc] to return to the

5-1DATA REPORTING AND POLLINGThis chapter explains data reporting settings and polling reception.Data ReportingData reporting provides automatic data

5-22. Press [Enter] or [1] to display Data Report setting screen.The cursor is on the Status line and “OFF” is selected.Figure 5-2 Data report menu3.

5-318.Press [].When “Regular Interval” is selected on step 16,(1) Press [Enter] to open the window for interval time entry.(2) Key in the interval ti

5-4Setting a message report1. Press [F5] to display the Position Reports menu.Figure 5-4 Position reports menu2. Press [2] to display the Message Rep

5-513.Press [Enter] to close the station list.14. Press [] to place the cursor on the LES ID line.15.Press [Enter] to display the LES list.16.Select L

5-623.Press [Esc] to register the above settings.Figure 5-6 Message Report Screen24.Select “Yes”.25.Press [Enter] to finish.PollingWhen the FELCOM 12

5-7Polling command on MES message channelTo make the polling command, enter D???, hyphen, PIN code (max.8 digits), hyphen, file name (stored in the fl

5-8DNID (Data Network Identification)When you make a contract with an information provider, DNIDs aredownloaded from the information provider to your

5-9Enabling/Disabling DNIDDNID can be enabled or disabled as follows:1. Press up/down arrow key to place the cursor on the desired DNID.2. Press [Ente

1-7Individual callFORMAT : INDIVIDUAL ADDRESS : 987654321 CATEGORY : ROUTINE SELF-IDENTITY : 123456789 1ST TELECOMMAND: J3E TELEPHONE 2ND TELECOMMAND

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6-1DISTRESS ALERTPreparing a Distress Alert1. Press [F8] to display the Setup menu. Note that this key has pre-cedence over any operation.2. Press [1]

6-211. Press [] to select Nature. Press [Enter] to display the list. Selectappropriate nature of distress.Undesignated ListingFire/Explosion SinkingFl

6-3Transmitting a Distress Alert1. Open cover on DISTRESS button.2. Press the DISTRESS button 4 seconds on Distress Alert Unit IC-302.Note: Within

6-4Testing Distress ButtonThe DISTRESS button on the IC-302 may be tested without trans-mitting the distress signal as follows:1. Press [F7] to displa

6-5Distress CommunicationsThe distress alert provides the minimum distress reporting require-ments: own vessel’s ID, speed, course, L/L position and n

6-611. Press [Enter] to close the LES list.12.Press [] to place the cursor on TRANSMIT..13.Press [Enter]. The display should look similar to Figure 6-

7-1OTHER FUNCTIONSThis chapter describes how to abort operation, scan NCS and selectEGC and NCS channels.Aborting an OperationYou can abort transmissi

7-2Scanning NCSThe communication unit automatically tunes itself to the NCS se-lected on the System Setup menu. You can, however, tune to anotherNCS w

7-3Selecting EGC Receiving ChannelEGC channel can be selected when the DTE is set to operate as anEGC-only receiver. This procedure is shown for refer

1-81.5.2 Send callsBelow are sample distress and individual send calls. Content of other send calls is similar to thatof the individual call.Distress

7-4Selecting NCS ChannelNCS channel can be selected as shown in the procedure below. Cur-rently, each satellite transmits one global beam. In the futu

8-1MAINTENANCEThis chapter provides the information necessary for the maintenanceand checking of the FELCOM 12.Safety Information

8-2General Checking and MaintenanceTurn off the power before conducting any maintenance proceduresother than the cleaning of the terminal unit and com

8-3Self TestsThe communication unit and the terminal unit are equipped with selftests which check them for proper operation.Self test at power applica

8-45. When the test is completed the screen shows the results of thetest.Figure 8-2 Sample communication unit self test resultsEither “OK” or “NG” (No

8-58. The MES automatically transmits the distress alert test within twominutes after completion of step 8.9. When the distress alert test is finished

8-610.Though a prompt asks you to test distress alert, do not press anykey. The alert test is automatically conducted two minutes later.11. When testi

8-7BBER: Bulletin Board Error Rate (%). Pass ap-pears for no error.Shore-to-Ship Attempts: Number of tests initiated by LES.Ship-to-Shore Attempts: Nu

8-8Interpreting the system status monitorDate: Current dateTime: Current timePosition: Vessel’s position (either manual entry or au-tomatic input by n

8-9REF Offset Freq: Operating normally. If it does not light checkRX Synthesizer or REF OSC in the RF CONBoard. OK appears for figure less than 150.S

1-91.6 Remote Control of SSB RadiotelephoneSSB output power at transmission of distress alertWhen the [DISTRESS] button is pressed, the output power

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A-1APPENDIXInternational Telex/Telephone Country Code List

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A-9International Telex AbbreviationsAbbreviation MeaningADVAdviseACKAcknowledgeAGNAgainBI (GS)Good byeBKI cut off.CFNConfirmCOLCollationCRVHow do you

iiDo not open the equipment.This equipment uses highvoltage electricity which canshock, burn or cause seriousinjury. Only qualified person-nel should

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A-10Glossary of AcronymsAcronym MeaningAOR-EAtlantic Ocean Region-EastAOR-WAtlantic Ocean Region-WestBBBulletin BoardBBERBulletin Board Error RateBPS

A-11International Telegraphy Alphabet

A-12Error Messages and AlertsA file by that name already exists on FD.This message appears when you attemptto copy a file from the internal memory to

A-13Current State : Idle (pending!)This message appears when a LES affir-matively acknowledges your request forPV testing.Current State : Testing You

A-14Message file is too big (partial transmission possible).The size of the file you want to send islarger than 31,500 bytes. (The file can besent, b

A-15LES IDs ListLES menu AOR West AOR East IOR POR Perth 322 222 Goonhilly 002 102 302 NETELY/BY/TELEN 202 Aussaquel 121 321 Burum 022 Blaavand

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SP - 1 SPECIFICATIONS OF THE GMDSS RADIO RACK CONSOLE RC-1500-1T 1. RACK CONFIGURATION (1) SSB Radiotelephone: FS-1562-25 or FS-5000 (2) DSC/Wat

SP - 2 SPECIFICATIONS OF THE SSB RADIOTELEPHONE FS-1562-25 1. GENERAL (1) Communication System Simplex or semi-duplex (2) Frequency Range Tran

SP - 3 Line output: 0 dBm/ 600 ohms (8) Standard Features Scan, Sweep, Noise Blanker, Voice-activated Squelch 4. ANTENNA COUPLER (1) Tuning S

2-1 2. OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW2.1 Controls, LED DescriptionDISTRESSCANCELCALLALARMRT21821DSCABC2ACKJKL5LOG0TESTDEF3ENTSCANMNO6PRINTTUV8SETUP#FILE*IntComG

SP - 4 SPECIFICATIONS OF FS-5000 SSB RADIOTELEPHONE 1. GENERAL (1) Communication System Full-duplex, semi-duplex or simplex (2) Class of Emis

SP - 5 (6) Selectivity J3E: 350 to 2700Hz A1A/F1B: ±150Hz (7) Audio Output Power Internal speaker: 2W/8ohms External speaker: 4W/4ohms H

SP - 6 SPECIFICATIONS OF THE DSC/WATCH RECEIVER DSC-60 1. DSC TERMINAL (1) Line out 0 dBm (adjustable between -10 dBm and +10 dBm), 600

SP - 7 4. MF/HF SSB TRANSCEIVER REMOTE STATION (1) Line out: 0 dBm, 600 ohms, balanced (2) Line in: 0 dBm, 600 ohms, balanced (3) AF input (Mi

SP - 8 SPECIFICATIONS OF THE NBDP TERMINAL DP-6 1. COMMUNICATIONS (1) Communication Mode ARQ, FEC, DIRC (FSK) (2) Communication Protocol ITU-R

SP - 9 SPECIFICATIONS OF THE INMARSAT MES FELCOM 12 1. GENERAL (1) Transmitting Frequency 1626.5 to 1646.5 MHz (2) Receiving Frequency 1530.0

SP - 10 SPECIFICATIONS OF THE PRINTER PP-510 1. GENERAL (1) Printing System Serial Impact dot matrix (2) Character Composition 9 x 7 dot matri

SP - 11 SPECIFICATIONS OF THE AC/DC CHANGE-OVER UNIT (RADIO SWITCH BOX) 1. BATTERY CHARGER (BC-6158) (1) Applicable Battery 200AH Normal ship ba

2-2Control, LED descriptionControl FunctionPOWER switch Turns the power on/off.DISTRESS button Press and hold down the button more than three seconds

2-32.2 Turning the Power On/OffPress the [POWER] switch at the right-hand side of the equipment to turn the power on or off.Whenever the power is appl

2-42.4 Panel Backlighting, LCD Contrast and Brightness1. At the DSC standby screen or radiotelephone setting screen, press the [9/ ] key. Thefoll

2-52.5 Loudspeaker, Buzzer On/Off1. Display the DSC standby screen or radiotelephone setting screen.2. Press the [7/] key to turn the loudspeaker an

2-62.6 Starting, Stopping Scanning DSC Routine FrequenciesPress the [6/SCAN] key at the DSC standby screen to start or stop scanning DSC routin

2-72.7 Automatic Acknowledge On/OffThe automatic acknowledge feature, when turned on, automatically transmits the acknowledgeback (ACK BQ) signal to t

2-82.8 Intercom On/OffThe built-in intercom permits voice communications between the DSC-60 and the SSBradiotelephone to which it is connected.1. Dis

2-92.9 Selection of On-screen ItemsMenu and calling operations are executed by selecting on-screen items. The example belowshows how to select items a

iiiTABLE OF CONTENTSPart 1 RC-1500-1TPart 2 SSB RadiotelephonePart 3 MF/HF DSCPart 4 NBDPPart 5 Inmarsat CSPECIFICATIONSNote: NBDP is not includ

2-102.10 Manual Entry of Position and TimeIf there is no EPFS (Electronic Position-Fixing System) connected to the DSC-60 or the EPFSconnected is inop

2-116. Enter latitude in four digits and press the [ENT] key.7. Press the [ENT] key to open the longitude entry window. ** Position setup

2-122.11 Remote Control of FURUNO SSB RadiotelephoneA FURUNO SSB radiotelephone can be controlled from the radiotelephone setting screen, whichma

2-13By Cursor Pada) Press  to shift the cursor to the band entry location.b) Use  or  to set band. Band is displayed in the following sequence.2

2-14TuningSelect the TUNE field with the Cursor Pad and press the [ENT] key. Tuning is automaticallyexecuted, showing TUNING while tuning. The results

3-1 3. DISTRESS OPERATIONS3.1 Sending Distress Alert3.1.1 Sending distress alert by DISTRESS buttonGMDSS ships carry a DSC terminal with which to tran

3-22. The display changes as below. It takes about 40 seconds to complete transmission of thedistress alert, and the number of seconds until transmis

3-35. Silence the alarm with the [CANCEL] or [ENT] key. The receive message appears as in thefigure below.JUL-23-1999-23:59 ECC: OK

3-44. Press the [ENT] key to open the INPUT TYPE menu. ** Position setup **INPUT TYPE: AUTO LAT : 34˚ 41 NORTH LON : 135˚ 30 EAS

3-512. The SEND MESSAGE screen is redisplayed. Press the [ENT] key to open the COM. TYPEmenu.*** Send message *** NATURE: FLOODINGPOS: 35˚N 135˚00E A

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3-617. Press the [DISTRESS] button more than three seconds to send the distress alert.Distress call in progress!TIME TO GO : 38SNA

3-73.2 Receiving a Distress AlertWhen you receive a distress call from a ship in distress the audio alarm sounds and the message"Distress call re

3-8Procedure when distress alert is receivedPress [CANCEL] key to silence alarm.Distress alert received.Confirm contents of distressmessage; monitor 2

3-9Sending the distress relay to a coast stationFirst confirm whether your vessel should send the distress relay signal, by following the flowchart on

3-106. Key in coast ID where to send the distress relay and press the [ENT] key.7. Press the [ENT] key to open the DSC FREQ. menu.GO TO EASY VIEWCAL

3-1113. Press the [CANCEL] key to silence the audio alarm, and the display below appears.JUL-23-1999-23:59 GO TO ALL VIEWSHIP IN DIST : 12345678912°

3-125. Select ACKNOWLEDGE and press the [ENT] key. The following display appears.SHIP IN DIST : 123456789GO TO ALL VIEWDSC FREQ : 2187.5 KHZ***

3-133.2.2 Distress alert received on HF bandIf you receive a distress signal on HF band, the ALARM lamp lights and the audio alarm sounds.Press the [C

3-145. Select RELAY COAST (if you know the ID of the nearest coast station) and press the [ENT]key.GO TO EASY VIEWCALL TYPE : INDIVIDUAL

3-153.3 Sending Distress Relay on Behalf of a Ship in Distress3.3.1 Sending distress relay to coast stationYou may send the distress relay

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3-166. Press the [ENT] key to open the NATURE menu.COAST ID*** Send message ***CALL TYPE ID IN DIST :Undesignated POS: ION. COM.TYPEDSC FREQ : All s

3-17DSC SSB radiotelephone NBDP-FEC2187.5 kHz4207.5 kHz6312.0 kHz8414.5 kHz12577.0 kHz16804.5 kHz2182.0 kHz4125.0 kHz6215.0 kHz8291.0 kHz12290.0 kHz16

3-1815. Press the [CANCEL] key to silence the alarm. The following display appears.JUL-23-1999-23:59 GO TO ALL VIEW SHIP IN DIST : NO INFOPOS : 12

3-196. Select nature of distress (if known) and press the [ENT] key. (If you do no the nature ofdistress, select UNDESIGNATED.)7. Press the [ENT] key

3-2012. Select appropriate frequency and press the [ENT] key. The display now looks something likethe one below.*** Send message ***CALL TYPE: REL

3-213.4 Receiving Distress Relay All Ships from ShipWhen you receive a distress relay continue monitoring distress and safety frequencies over theSSB

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4-1 4. CALLINGThis chapter provides the information necessary for general calling.4.1 All Ships CallWhen an urgent but not life endangering situation

4-23. Press the [ENT] key to display the PRIORITY menu.*** Send message ***CALL TYPE: ALL SHIPS COM. TYPE : TELEPHONE DSC FREQ : 218

4-34.1.2 Receiving all ships call1. When an all ships call is received the audio alarm sounds and the display looks somethinglike the one shown below

TABLE OF CONTENTSChapter 1 INTRODUCTION1.1 System Diagram ...

4-44.2 Individual CallThe individual call is for sending a message to a specific station. After sending an individualmessage, called ACK RQ transmissi

4-54. Key in ID of station where to send the message and then press the [ENT] key.5. Press the [ENT] key to open the PRIORITY menu.CALL TYPE STATION

4-6How to set working frequencyWhen you send a call set the working frequency as below to communicate with the receiver ofthe message. The working fre

4-7Channela) Select CHANNEL and press the [ENT] key.b) Key in channel no. in four or five digits and press the [ENT] key. For example, enter CH 1201.N

4-811. Press the [ENT] key to open the DSC FREQ menu. (The display below appears whenroutine or business priority is selected.) GO TO ALL VIEW*** Send

4-9 GO TO ALL VIEWCALL TYPE Station ID Priority Com. type COM. FREQ: Individual : 001234567 : Routine : Telephone : No infor : 12M-INTL 6 MHz 8 MHz1

4-10Safety or urgency priorityFor safety or urgency priority the field COM. FREQ is automatically set to the same pairfrequency as the DSC frequency.a

4-11Able acknowledge call receivedThe audio alarm sounds; press the [CANCEL] key to silence it. The display changes as below.Press the [CANCEL] key to

4-124.2.2 Receiving individual callSending automatic acknowledge (ACK BQ) with comply type “ABLE”When own ship receives an individual call you may or

4-135. If you want to re-send the message press to select RE-SEND and press the [ENT] key.*** Send message ***COM. FREQ : NO INFODSC FREQ : 2M-INTLSH

1 – 1Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION1.1 System DiagramThe figure below shows the system diagram for the RC-1500-1T. Equipment are controlledusing FURUNO’s own

4-144. If you want to send a proposal, press  to select RE-SEND and press the [ENT] key.*** Send message ***COM. FREQ : NO INFODSC FREQ : 12M-INTL G

4-154. Select ABLE and press the [ENT] key. The display changes as below. (IF ABLE is sent,working frequency is automatically set specified by other

4-164. Press the [ENT] key to open the CALL TYPE menu.*** Send message *** TO SHIP : 001234567 COM. TYPE : TELEPHONECOM. FREQ : CH12034CALL TYPE : AB

4-174.3 Group CallA group call is for calling a specific group by entering its group ID.4.3.1 Sending a group call1. Press the [CALL] key at the DSC

4-187. Press the [ENT] key to open the COM. TYPE menu. GO TO ALL VIEW*** Send message ***CALL TYPEGROUP ID PRIORITY COM. FREQDSC FREQ: GROUP CALL: 01

4-19*** Send message ***CALL TYPE : GROUPCOM. FREQ : 2164.0 KHZCOM. TYPE : TELEPHONEPRIORITY : ROUTINEGROUP ID : 012345678DSC FREQ : 2177.0 KHZ GO TO

4-204.4 Geographical Area CallThe geographical area call sends a call to all ships within a specific area you designated in yourgeographical area call

4-215. Press the [ENT] key to open the PRIORITY menu. GO TO ALL VIEW*** Send message ***CALL TYPEAREA : 12˚N 123˚W ↓12˚ → 12˚ COM. TYPECOM. FREQDS

4-2211. Press the [ENT] key to open the DSC FREQ menu.12M-INTL GO TO ALL VIEW*** Send message ***CALL TYPE:AREA: PRIORITYCOM. TYPECOM. FREQ Individua

4-234.4.2 Receiving a geographical area call1. The alarm sounds and the display shows "Geographical area call received" when ageographical