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Simrad RS12 VHF User Manual

Simrad RS12 VHF
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RS12 VHF
User Guide

Table of Contents

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Simrad RS12 VHF Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency Range156.000 - 163.425 MHz
Output Power25W / 1W
Display TypeLCD
Waterproof RatingIPX7
GPS InterfaceNMEA 0183
DSCYes
ChannelsInternational
Voltage Range12 V DC
Current Consumption0.3 A (receive)
Weight0.9 kg (2.0 lbs)

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Regulatory Compliance and Notices

MMSI and License Information

Details requirements for obtaining and using an MMSI and potential radio station/operator licenses.

Section 1 - General Information

1-3 How to Display and Navigate Menus

Provides instructions on navigating the radio's menu system and displaying information on the screen.

1-6 Basic Operation and Key Functions

Covers the fundamental operation of the radio and the functions of its various keys.

Section 2 - The Radio Menu (MENU)

2-5 GPS Data and Time (GPS/DATA)

Covers setting and displaying GPS position, time, and related data, including manual entry.

Section 3 - Radio Setup Menu (RADIO SETUP)

3-8 NMEA protocol (COM PORT)

Explains the configuration of NMEA protocol for data communication with other marine instruments.

3-9 Select the GPS Source (GPS SOURCE)

Describes how to choose the GPS data source (NMEA 0183 or NMEA 2000) for the radio.

Section 4 - DSC Setup Menu (DSC SETUP)

4-2 Enter or View Your USER MMSI (USER MMSI)

Guides the user through entering and viewing their unique Marine Mobile Service Identity (MMSI).

Section 5 - Sending and Receiving DSC Calls

5-2 Sending DSC Calls

Details the procedures for initiating various types of DSC calls, including individual, group, and distress calls.

5-3 Receiving DSC Calls

Explains how the radio alerts and displays incoming DSC calls of different priorities and types.

Section 6 - Distress Calls

6-1 Sending a Distress Call

Provides step-by-step instructions for sending immediate or designated distress calls, including specifying the nature of distress.

6-2 Receiving a Distress Call (DISTRESS!)

Explains how the radio alerts the user to an incoming distress call and how to respond.

6-3 Distress Acknowledgement (DISTRESS ACK)

Describes how to acknowledge a received distress call, often from Search and Rescue authorities.

6-4 Distress Relay Individual (INDIV DISTR RELAY)

Covers the reception and handling of individual distress relay calls.

Section 7 - Installation

Connect the Radio Cables

Details the connections for power, GPS, speaker, and antenna to the radio's rear connectors.

Radio Setup and Operation

Set Up the Radio

Covers essential initial setup steps, including obtaining and entering an MMSI for DSC functions.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

The transceiver will not power up.

Provides steps to diagnose and resolve issues where the radio fails to power on.

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