B & G V50 VHF User Manual

8-6 Send a group call (GROUP)
You must already have stored a GROUP MMSI before making the call - see Section 5-2. Group
calls are always sent with ROUTINE priority.
DSC CALL
INDIVIDUAL
►LAST CALL
GROUP
ALL SHIPS ▼
GROUP
►DIVE 1
DIVE 2
CHOOSE CH
►INTER-SHIP
MANUAL
DIVE 1
GROUP CALL
►SEND?
1. Select DSC CALL then GROUP.
The radio displays the names of your pre-programed groups.
2. Select the group that you want to call (the GROUP MMSI must be set before making the
call).
3. Choose a working channel to talk on. Select the INTER-SHIP and press ENT. The radio
automatically lists all Inter-ship (Simplex) channels that can be used. Duplex channels
cannot usually be called, however, If you wish to use a Duplex channel, select MANUAL
instead, then select your channel of choice.
4. The call details are shown. Press ENT to send the call. The Tx symbol is displayed on the
LCD while the call is being sent.
8-7 Send an all ships call (ALL SHIPS)
DSC CALL
LAST CALL ▲
GROUP
►ALL SHIPS
CALL LOG ▼
ALL SHIPS
►SAFETY
URGENCY
CHOOSE CH
►INTER-SHIP
MANUAL
ALL SHIPS
SAFETY
►SEND?
1. Select DSC CALL then ALL SHIPS.
2. Select one of the following call priorities:
• SAFETY
To send safety information to all other vessels in range.
• URGENCY For use when a serious situation or problem arises that could lead to a
distress situation.
3. Choose a working channel to talk on. Select the INTER-SHIP and press ENT. The radio
automatically lists all Inter-ship (Simplex) channels that can be used. Duplex channels
cannot usually be called, however, If you wish to use a Duplex channel, select MANUAL
instead, then select your channel of choice.
4. The call details are shown. Press ENT to send the call. The Tx symbol is displayed on the
LCD while the call is being sent.
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B & G V50 VHF Specifications

General

Brand	B & G
Model	V50 VHF
Category	Marine Radio
Language	English