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INMARSAT MINI-C
MOBILE EARTH STATION
FELCOM 16
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
www.furuno.co.jp
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General IconGeneral
BrandFuruno
ModelFELCOM 16
CategorySecurity System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

IMPORTANT NOTICES

General Handling and Disposal

General notices on manual usage, equipment care, and responsible disposal of the product and batteries.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Key Safety Warnings and Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for equipment operation, covering electrical hazards, radiation, disassembly, and proper fuse usage.

FOREWORD

Introduction to FELCOM 16

Provides an overview of the FELCOM 16 Inmarsat C Mobile Earth Station, its capabilities, and introduction.

Key Features and Program Information

Outlines the primary functionalities and services offered by the FELCOM 16 system, including program numbers.

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

FELCOM 16 System Architecture Overview

Illustrates the interconnected components of the FELCOM 16 system, including units, peripherals, and power supply.

INMARSAT C SYSTEM OVERVIEW

Understanding the Inmarsat C Network and Services

Details the Inmarsat C system's architecture, communication modes, and message types like SafetyNET and FleetNET.

Inmarsat C System Configuration and Satellite Coverage

Describes the network structure (OCC, SCC, NCS, LES, MES) and satellite coverage regions for Inmarsat C.

Types of Mobile Earth Stations (MES)

Defines the three classes of MES (1, 2, and 3) and their operational characteristics within the Inmarsat C system.

LRIT COMPLIANCE

LRIT System Operational Guidelines

Provides instructions for operating the FELCOM 16 as an LRIT device, including essential operational notes and power requirements.

OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW

Communication Unit Operations and Diagnostics

Explains how to manage power, perform diagnostics, and understand the status LEDs of the communication unit.

Terminal Unit (PC) Operation Basics

Details the PC-based operation, including application startup, shutdown, PC requirements, and initial setup.

Keyboard Controls, Shortcuts, and Function Keys

Lists and explains all keyboard controls, shortcut keys, and function keys used for operating the FELCOM 16.

Standby Display and Its Indications

Explains the standby display layout and the meaning of various status indications and navigation data fields.

Menu System Navigation and Error Handling

Guides users through the menu system, including navigation, option selection, and understanding error messages.

Printer Setup and Configuration

Provides step-by-step instructions for selecting and configuring a printer for use with the FELCOM 16.

SYSTEM INITIALIZATION

System Settings Configuration

Details the process of setting essential system parameters like date, time, operating mode, and Inmarsat Mobile Number (IMN).

PC Window Setup Customization

Explains how to customize the PC window display, including date format, currency units, and color schemes.

Login, Logout, and EGC Settings Management

Describes login/logout procedures and managing Enhanced Group Call (EGC) message reception settings.

NCS Channel and LES List Management

Provides instructions for adding NCS channels and managing LES lists, including setting toll charges and registering stations.

Station List Management and Manual Position Entry

Details adding, editing, and printing station entries, and manually entering ship's position.

Directory Creation and Message Storage Specification

Guides on creating and specifying directories for storing incoming and outgoing messages on the hard disk.

E-mail;SMS Station List and E-mail Setup

Details managing E-mail/SMS station lists and setting up e-mail forwarding.

System Settings Saving and Loading

Explains how to back up and restore system settings, including station lists and E-mail/SMS configurations.

FILE OPERATIONS

File Management Basics: Opening, Saving, and Printing

Explains file management basics including opening, saving files in different ways, and printing files stored on the hard disk.

Preparing and Editing Text Files

Details creating routine and confidential files, editor setup, and working with text content like cutting, pasting, and searching.

Advanced File Operations: Combining, Deleting, Renaming, and Decoding

Covers advanced file operations such as combining, deleting, renaming files, and decoding MIME-encoded attachments.

INMARSAT C COMMUNICATIONS

Transmitting Messages, Codes, and Related Services

Explains message transmission, code descriptions, canceling transmissions, and accessing code number services.

Receiving, Displaying, and Managing Messages

Covers receiving messages, setting alarms, displaying, printing, saving, and deleting received messages, including attachments.

EGC Message Handling and Network ID Management

Guides on displaying EGC messages, logs, and managing EGC closed network IDs (ENIDs) for service access.

DATA REPORTING AND POLLING

Data Reporting Configuration and Polling Commands

Details how to configure data reports, set up message reports, and understand the format of polling commands.

Polling Reception and DNID Management

Explains the polling reception process and how to manage Data Network Identification (DNID) for data exchange.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

Aborting Operations and Channel Scanning

Guides on how to abort ongoing operations and scan NCS common channels for optimal communication.

Channel Selection and LES Information Viewing

Explains how to select EGC and NCS channels, and view LES information for communication setup.

MAINTENANCE, TROUBLESHOOTING

General Checks, Diagnostics, and System Testing

Covers routine maintenance checks, system diagnostics, self-tests, and communication unit testing procedures.

Performance Verification (PV) Test Procedures and Results Interpretation

Details the PV test sequence, procedure, and interpretation of test results for system verification.

System Status Monitoring and Fuse Replacement

Explains how to interpret the system status monitor and provides instructions for replacing the unit's fuse.

Error Messages and Warning Troubleshooting

Lists and explains common error messages, equipment troubles, and warning messages for troubleshooting.

APPENDIX

Menu Tree and Operational Message Reference

Presents a visual representation of the menu hierarchy and provides a reference for operational messages.

International Code Lists and Abbreviations

Provides lists of international telex/telephone country codes and telex abbreviations for communication setup.

Parts List, Location, and System Specifications Overview

Lists major modules, their physical locations, and provides an overview of system specifications.

SPECIFICATIONS

General, Antenna Unit, and Source Specifications

Details the general technical specifications of the FELCOM 16, including antenna unit performance and power requirements.

Environmental Conditions and Coating Information

Specifies the environmental operating conditions, waterproof ratings, vibration standards, and coating colors.

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