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Lowrance Link-5 VHF User Manual

Lowrance Link-5 VHF
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Link-5 VHF
User Guide

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Lowrance Link-5 VHF Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeVHF Marine Radio
Waterproof RatingIPX7
DSCYes
NMEA InterfaceNMEA 0183
DSC CapabilityYes
GPS IntegrationYes
ChannelsInternational, US, Canadian
Output Power25W / 1W
DisplayLCD
Frequency Range156.000 to 163.425 MHz

Summary

Section 1 - General Information

1-1 Features

Details the various useful features of the Lowrance Link-5 marine band VHF radio.

1-3 Display and Menu Navigation

Guides users on how to display information and navigate through the radio's menus.

1-6 Basic Operation and Key Functions

Describes the fundamental operation and the functions of the radio's keys.

Section 2 - The Radio Menu

2-2 Maintain Buddy List

Instructions for managing the buddy list, including adding, editing, and deleting entries.

2-5 GPS Data and Time

Details how to set and manage GPS position, UTC, and local time settings.

Section 4 - DSC Setup Menu

4-2 Enter/View User MMSI

Essential steps for entering and viewing the mandatory User MMSI for DSC operation.

4-6 DSC Functionality Options

Enabling or disabling DSC functionality, with notes on ATIS compatibility.

Section 5 - Sending and Receiving DSC Calls

5-2 Sending DSC Calls

Detailed procedures for initiating various types of DSC calls.

5-3 Receiving DSC Calls

Information on how the radio handles incoming DSC calls of different priority levels.

Section 6 - Distress Calls

6-1 Sending a Distress Call

Step-by-step guide on how to transmit a distress call, including immediate and categorized types.

6-2 Receiving a Distress Call

Describes the alert and information displayed when a distress call is received.

6-3 Distress Acknowledgement

Information on acknowledging received distress calls and initiating voice contact.

6-4 Distress Relay Individual

Procedure for handling incoming individual distress relay calls.

Section 7 - Installation

Location Requirements

Key considerations for choosing an optimal and safe location for radio installation.

Radio Setup and Completion

Final steps for setting up the radio and completing the installation process.

Appendix B - Troubleshooting

Power Issues

Diagnoses and solutions for problems related to the radio not powering up or blowing fuses.

Transmission Power Issues

Addresses problems where transmissions are always on low power, even when high is selected.

Appendix E - MMSI, FCC & License Information

MMSI Requirement

Information on obtaining and entering a Marine Mobile Service Identity (MMSI).

FCC Compliance

Details regarding the device's compliance with U.S. Federal Communications Commission rules.