What does 'ANT MALFUNCTION HIGH VSWR' mean on my Icom Marine Radio?
If your Icom Marine Radio displays 'ANT MALFUNCTION HIGH VSWR', it indicates that a high VSWR has been detected, meaning the antenna is mismatched.
What does 'TX MALFUNCTION NO TX POWER' mean on my Icom Marine Radio?
The 'TX MALFUNCTION NO TX POWER' on your Icom Marine Radio indicates that no RF power is being output, or the transmit circuit has failed.
Why does my Icom Marine Radio show 'TX MALFUNCTION CONTINUOUS TX'?
The 'TX MALFUNCTION CONTINUOUS TX' message on your Icom Marine Radio appears when the protective circuit cuts off the AIS signal after 1 second of continuous transmission.
What does 'RX MALFUNCTION CH A NOISE LEVEL' mean on my Icom Marine Radio?
The 'RX MALFUNCTION CH A NOISE LEVEL' on your Icom Marine Radio means excessively strong atmospheric noise, or noise signals from other navigation equipment, are being received on Channel A.
What does 'RX MALFUNCTION CH B NOISE LEVEL' mean on my Icom Marine Radio?
The 'RX MALFUNCTION CH B NOISE LEVEL' on your Icom Marine Radio means excessively strong atmospheric noise, or noise signals from other navigation equipment, are being received on Channel B.
What does 'RX MALFUNCTION NO RCV' mean on my Icom Marine Radio?
The 'RX MALFUNCTION NO RCV' message on your Icom Marine Radio appears when the transponder receive circuit has failed.
General| Brand | Icom |
|---|---|
| Model | MA-500TR |
| Category | Marine Radio |
| Language | English |
Thank you for purchasing the Icom product and highlights its technology.
Emphasizes reading instructions and saving the manual for operating procedures.
Defines terms like WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE for safety and operational context.
Details compliance with FCC Part 15 rules for unintentional radiators.
Lists and illustrates the accessories included with the MA-500TR transponder.
Provides critical warnings regarding RF exposure limits and safe operating distances.
Notes on equipment installation respecting EC electromagnetic field exposure limits.
A list of country codes as defined by ISO 3166-1.
General safety precautions for connecting, operating, and cleaning the transponder.
Explains AIS acronym, its function for collision avoidance and navigation safety.
Describes different types of AIS stations and the requirements for Class A and B units.
Identifies and describes the function of each button on the transponder's front panel.
Details the elements displayed on the function screen, including range and bearing.
Shows AIS targets sorted by distance from the vessel, with range and bearing.
Lists dangerous targets based on CPA and TCPA proximity to your vessel.
Procedure to set the required 9-digit MMSI code during initial power-on.
Configures vessel information like MMSI, Name, Call Sign, and GPS settings.
Sets the position of the internal or external GPS antenna on the vessel.
Allows selection of the vessel's type from a predefined list for identification.
Sets data communication speed for NMEA ports and GPS input capability.
Configures the NMEA2 output port to send AIS or AIS+GPS information.
Sets a Remote ID number within the Icom proprietary NMEA format.
Allows programming of the vessel's name and call sign for identification.
Step-by-step guide to power on the transponder and perform initial checks.
Adjusts display brightness and contrast for optimal viewing in different conditions.
Explains how to use the plotter display, change range, and select targets.
Selects display orientation: North up or Course Over Ground up.
Shows detected AIS targets with range and bearing information sorted by distance.
Lists dangerous targets based on CPA and TCPA proximity to your vessel.
Explains how to view detailed information for selected AIS targets.
Details the information displayed for Class A vessel targets.
Details the information displayed for Class B vessel targets.
Details the information displayed for Base Station targets.
Details the information displayed for Aids to Navigation (AtoN) targets.
Details the information displayed for Search and Rescue (SAR) targets.
Details the information displayed for AIS-SART targets.
Details the information displayed for Man Overboard (MOB) targets.
Details the information displayed for EPIRB-AIS targets.
How to make an Individual DSC call to an AIS target via the transponder.
Receiving and checking safety-related messages and reviewing message logs.
Managing waypoints, including displaying a list and adding new ones.
Step-by-step guide to adding a new waypoint with name, latitude, and longitude.
Procedure for editing an existing waypoint's name, latitude, and longitude.
How to remove a waypoint from the stored list.
Criteria and timeframes for a target to be classified as 'Lost'.
Overview of entering and navigating through the transponder's Menu mode.
Settings for collision alarm (CPA/TCPA) and the slow warn function.
Displays static vessel information like MMSI, Name, and antenna position.
Shows dynamic vessel information like SOG, COG, and GPS status.
Displays viewable GPS satellite information and signal strength.
Shows the history of detected malfunctions and alarm types.
Customizes settings like key beep, alarm buzzer, and internal GPS.
Settings related to the internal GPS receiver, including SBAS function.
Enables SBAS for improved GPS accuracy and reliability.
Shows channels used for safety-related AIS messages.
Details physical connections for power, NMEA, GPS, and cloning.
Details grounding and antenna connection points.
Details pin assignments for the NMEA input/output connector.
Procedures for fuse replacement and guidelines for VHF antenna mounting.
Instructions for assembling a PL-259 antenna connector.
How to connect the transponder to a transceiver for DSC calls.
Wiring details for specific Icom transceiver models.
Instructions for mounting the transponder using the supplied bracket.
Detailed steps for installing the optional MB-75 flush mount kit.
A chart to diagnose and solve common problems with the transponder.
Lists and describes common error messages displayed by the transponder.
Procedures for running diagnostic tests like Monitor Test.
Checks the operational status of the transponder units (ROM, RAM, etc.).
Displays software, firmware, and internal GPS version information.
Lists the technical specifications of the MA-500TR transponder.
Information about optional accessories available for the transponder.
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