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Retevis RM40 User Manual

Retevis RM40
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Retevis RM40 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Channel Capacity16
Antenna Impedance50Ω
Frequency RangeUHF 400-470MHz
Battery TypeLi-ion
Receiver Sensitivity<0.25μV (12dB SINAD)
Power Output≤ 5W
Modulation ModeFM
Maximum Deviation≤5kHz

Summary

Foreword

CAUTION

Important safety precautions and warnings for using the radio.

Suggestion

Water-resistant Production

Details the radio's IPX7 water-resistant rating and conditions.

Float

Explains the radio's floating capability and alarm function when in water.

PREPARATION

Supplied Accessories

Lists all items included in the package with the radio.

Charge the Battery Pack

Instructions for charging the radio's battery pack.

Install/Remove Battery Pack

Steps for installing and removing the battery pack from the radio.

Install/Remove Antenna

Guide on how to attach and detach the radio's antenna.

Install Belt Clip

Instructions for attaching the belt clip to the radio.

Install Earphone/Programming Cable

How to connect earphones or a programming cable.

GET ACQUAINTED

Appearance

Identifies the different parts and buttons on the radio.

Softkey

Explains the function and operation of the softkeys.

Display Screen

Softkey Function

BASIC OPERATION

Power ON/OFF

Steps to turn the radio on and off.

Adjust the Volume Level

How to adjust the audio volume and squelch levels.

Transmit and Receive

Instructions for transmitting and receiving signals.

Select Channel Group

Select Channel

CALL Channel

Details on how to select and use the CALL channel.

Weather Channel

How to access and use weather channels.

Set Weather Alert

Edit CALL Channel

Edit Channel Name

Automatic Backlight

Key Lock

Monitor Function

Vibration Water Draining Function

SCAN OPERATION

Scan Types

Details normal and priority scan modes.

Set TAG Channels

How to tag channels for scanning.

Scan Operation

How to start, stop, and control channel scanning.

DUAL WATCH/TRI-WATCH

Description

Explanation of dual and tri-watch monitoring.

Operation

Steps to activate and deactivate dual/tri-watch.

DSC OPERATION

Set MMSI Code

Instructions for setting the radio's MMSI code.

DSC Setting

Options for configuring DSC features.

Program Position and Time

How to manually input position and time for distress calls.

Program Individual ID

Program Group ID

Delete Individual/Group ID

Automatic Acknowledgement

Channel 16 Switch Function

Alarm

Channel 70 Squelch Level

Distress Call

Simple Call

Steps for initiating a simple distress call.

Regular Call

Cancel Distress Call

Receive Distress Call

Receive Distress Acknowledgement

Receive Distress Reply Call

Receive Distress Reply Acknowledgement

Individual Call

Transmit Individual Call

Steps to initiate an individual call.

Receive Individual Call

Transmit Individual Acknowledgement

Group Call

Transmit Group Call

Steps to initiate a group call.

Receive Group Call

All Ships Call

Transmit All Ships Call

Steps to send an all ships broadcast.

Receive All Ships Call

Geographical Area Call

Receive Geographical Area Call

How the radio handles incoming geographical area calls.

Position Request Call

Transmit Position Request Call

Steps to send a position request.

Receive Position Request Call

Transmit Position Reply Call

Position Report Call

Transmit Position Report Call

Steps to send a position report.

Receive Position Report Call

Transmit Position Report Reply Call

Polling Request Call

Transmit Polling Request Call

Steps to send a polling request.

Receive Polling Request Call

Transmit Polling Reply Call

Test Call

Transmit Test Call

Steps to initiate a test call.

Receive Test Call

Transmit Test Acknowledgement Call

Receive Test Acknowledgement Call

Received Call Log

Distress Message

Accessing stored distress messages.

Other Messages

Accessing other types of received DSC messages.

Transmitted Call Log

OTHER FUNCTIONS

MOB (Man OverBoard)

Functionality for Man OverBoard situations.

Store a MOB point

How to save a Man OverBoard point.

Check the Stored MOB point

How to view saved MOB points.

Start Navigation to MOB point

How to navigate to a stored MOB point.

Edit MOB point

Delete MOB point

Waypoint

Store Position

How to save the current position as a waypoint.

Store Received Position

How to save received position data as a waypoint.

Check the Stored Waypoint

Sort the Waypoint

Navigation to Waypoint

Add Waypoint

Edit Waypoint

Delete Waypoint

Navigation Interface Description

Navigation

Navigation to MOB Point

Steps to navigate to a Man OverBoard point.

Navigation to Waypoint

Steps to navigate to a saved waypoint.

MENU INTERFACE OPERATION

Menu Interface Operation

Detailed guide on using the menu interface.

Menu Items

Lists the main categories and items available in the menu.

Compass Interface

GPS Status Interface

Configuration Items

Scan Type

Scan Timer

Dual/Tri-Watch

Channel Group

Weather Alert

Backlight

Display Contrast

Key Beep

Key Assignment

UTC Offset

Noise Cancel

Inactivity Timer

Float & Flash

Monitor

Unit

VHF MARINE CHANNEL LIST

SPECIFICATIONS

TROUBLESHOOTING

RF ENERGY EXPOSURE AND PRODUCT SAFETY GUIDE

FCC Requirements

Compliance information related to FCC rules.

CE Requirements

Compliance information related to CE regulations.

Restriction Information

Information on usage restrictions in EU countries.

Disposal

Guidance on proper disposal of the product.

IC Requirements

RF Exposure Information

Hand-held Mode

Safe operating procedures for handheld use.

Phone Mode

Safe operating procedures when using the radio like a phone.

Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility

Notes on potential electromagnetic interference.

Avoid Choking Hazard

Warning about small parts for children.

Turn off your radio power in the following conditions

Situations requiring the radio to be powered off.

Protect your hearing

Advice on how to protect hearing while using the radio.

Avoid Burns

Antennas

Precautions related to the radio's antenna.

Batteries

Safety precautions when handling batteries.

Long transmission

Warning about heat generation during long transmissions.

Safety Operation

General safety instructions for operating the radio.

Forbid

Prohibited operations and environments.

To reduce risk

Tips for minimizing risks during operation.

Approved Accessories

Information on using approved accessories.

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