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Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Operational Overview
The RC-1800F/1800T radio rack console conforms to the IMO regulations for GMDSS radio
equipment. It contains an SSB radiotelephone, DSC terminal, NBDP terminal and Inmarsat C
mobile earth station.
The RC-1800F is operated with the control panel and the dimmer knob. You can monitor the
AC mains source by the Lamp, Ammeter and Voltmeter with the meters at the left side of the
console. Power can be checked with the power meter.
The RC-1800T is operate with the control panel and the dimmer knob(option).
Not used
Dimmer knob
Dimmer knob
(option)
Ammeter, Voltmeter
for AC main source
Lamp for AC
main source
Meter for
power switches
Control panel
Control panel
RC-1800F
RC-1800T