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Sailor RT5022 VHF DSC User Manual

Sailor RT5022 VHF DSC
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SAILOR RT5022 VHF DSC
SAILOR RT5020 VHF DSC Duplex
OPERATION MANUAL

Table of Contents

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Sailor RT5022 VHF DSC Specifications

General IconGeneral
Channel Spacing25 kHz
Output Power25 W / 1 W
DisplayLCD
Weight1.5 kg
GPS InterfaceNMEA 0183
Operating Temperature-15°C to +55°C
DSC ClassClass D
ChannelsAll international maritime VHF channels

Summary

Introduction

About this manual

Provides information for the daily user of the system, including installation and distress procedures.

Abbreviations used in this manual

Lists and defines acronyms and technical terms used throughout the manual for clarity.

Disclaimer

Training Information

Installation

Details RF exposure hazards and instructions for safe radio operation, including antenna placement.

Quick DSC distress call

Mayday procedure

Outlines the steps for initiating a Mayday call and acknowledging DSC distress alerts.

Radio communication in brief

Powering VHF

Explains how to turn the VHF unit on and off, and the behavior of connected devices.

Operating VHF radio communication

Describes how to use the handset for transmitting and receiving calls on the working channel.

Receiving a call on Channel 16

Guides the user on how to respond when their call name is heard on Channel 16.

Making a radiotelephone call

Details the procedure for initiating a radiotelephone call, preferably via DSC.

Speaker volume

Explains how to adjust the volume for the loudspeaker using the volume control.

Earpiece volume

Describes how to adjust the volume for the handset earpiece via the menu.

Squelch

Explains how to adjust the squelch level for noise suppression.

Channel selection

Details how to select channels using the numeric keypad or navigation buttons.

Dual watch

Explains the dual watch mode for scanning priority channels while listening to a working channel.

Replay

Describes the facility to replay the last 90 seconds of received voice data.

Dimming

Explains how to adjust the display and keypad backlight intensity.

Contrast

Details how to adjust the display contrast for optimal viewing angle.

Basic DSC operations

Menu operation

Guides on navigating the menu system for DSC functionality.

Receiving a DSC call

Explains how incoming DSC calls are indicated and displayed.

Transmitting DSC Calls

Details how DSC calls are initiated from the DSC Call Menu.

Call a ship station

Procedure for calling a ship station via DSC, including suggesting a working channel.

Call a shore station

Procedure for calling a shore station via DSC, requiring shore MMSI.

Direct call to a PSTN via a coast station

Explains making direct phone calls to PSTN via coast stations.

Call a group of ships

Procedure for calling a group of ships using DSC.

Create emergency calls

Guides on composing distress, urgency, and safety calls via the emergency menu.

DSC call log

Explains how to access and view received and transmitted DSC messages.

Your VHF in detail

Abnormal power-down

Describes how the VHF behaves after power interruptions of varying durations.

Settings

Covers how volume settings are stored after power off.

Automatic squelch programming

Details how to program squelch levels for individual channels.

Your VHF in detail

Setting channel mode

Explains how to select different country regions for channel tables.

Private channels

Details how private channels are programmed and selected.

Duplex channels

Explains the operation of duplex channels on RT5022 and RT5020 models.

Your VHF in detail

ATIS (inland waterways only)

Explains the ATIS function for inland waterways and its programming.

Transmitter power

Describes how to select between low (1W) and high power transmission.

Your VHF in detail

Channel scanning

Explains how to scan multiple channels, including all or selected channels.

Creating scan tables

Details how to configure user-defined scan tables.

DSC operations in detail

MMSI Number

Explains the importance and programming of the vessel's MMSI number for DSC.

Group MMSI number

Details how to configure and manage group MMSI numbers for group calls.

Differentiating incoming calls by ringing tones

Describes how different call types are indicated by various ringing tones.

DSC operations in detail

Working channel

Explains how the system suggests a working channel for routine calls.

Contact list

Details the features and management of the contact list for DSC calls.

DSC operations in detail

Settings for DSC

Describes various settings applicable to different DSC call types.

DSC operations in detail

Implicit behaviour for operations with DSC

Explains critical assumptions and decisions for DSC functionality not always visible.

Radio configuration and settings

Covers operator-controlled settings not described elsewhere, like idle display and language.

DSC operations in detail

Privacy talk mode

Explains the privacy mode for secure conversations, requiring a CU5000 unit.

Voice scrambler

Details the voice scrambling option, its activation via PIN code, and usage.

Errors and warnings

System event logging

Explains how errors and warnings are logged for later review and analysis.

Troubleshooting

Provides guidance for identifying and resolving potential issues with the VHF system.

Errors and warnings

Self-test

Describes how to perform self-tests on the unit's interface, display, and LEDs.

Menu tree

Optional functional devices

Semi-functional control unit

Details the features and operation of the CU5000 semi-functional control unit.

Optional functional devices

Alarm Panel AP4365

Explains the functionality of the Alarm Panel AP4365 when connected to the VHF.

Printer

Describes the optional printer for printing DSC messages and logs.

Maritime Channels

International channels

Lists international VHF channels, frequencies, and simplex/duplex modes.

Maritime Channels

US channels

Lists US VHF channels, frequencies, and simplex/duplex modes, including notes on usage.

Maritime Channels

BI channels

Lists BI (Inland waterways) VHF channels, frequencies, and modes, with specific notes.

Maritime Channels

CA channels

Lists CA (Canadian) VHF channels, frequencies, and modes, with specific notes.

Installation

Mounting possibilities

Provides diagrams and dimensions for mounting the VHF unit with brackets.

Compass safe distance

Specifies safe distances for VHF components to avoid compass deviation.

Interface connections

Details the various connectors and ports on the rear of the VHF unit.

Installation

Power supply

Specifies the required DC voltage and power ratings for VHF installation.

Antenna installation and precautions

Provides guidelines for installing VHF and DSC antennas, including placement and cable types.

Technical specifications

General information

Covers channel tables, private channels, spacing, contact list, scanning, and replay features.

General DSC facilities

Lists technical standards and parameters for DSC operation and protocols.

Specific data for transceiver unit RT5022

Provides detailed technical specifications for the RT5022 model.

Technical specifications

Specific data for transceiver unit RT5020

Provides detailed technical specifications for the RT5020 model.

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