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    O w n e r ' s h a n d b o o k vhf radio ray215e.

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    Ray215e modular vhf radio owner’s handbook document number: r49018_2 date: april 2002.

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    I purpose this handbook contains very important information on the installation, operation, and maintenance of your new equipment. To get the best results in operation and performance, please take the time to read this handbook thoroughly. Ray215e the ray215e is a vhf radiotelephone that, when outfi...

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    Ii if your ray215e does not have an optional full function handset, the radio is not class “d” and is therefore prevented by regulation from disabling the atis feature after it has been activated. Safety notice this device is only an aid to navigation. Its performance can be affected by many factors...

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    Iii united states raymarine, inc. 22 cotton road, unit d nashua, nh 03063-4219 usa telephone: 603-881-5200 800-539-5539 fax: 603-864-4756 © raymarine, inc. 2001.

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    Iv certificate no. Rt015 we raymarine limited anchorage park portsmouth hampshire england p03 5td declare, under our sole responsibility, that the products identified in this declaration, and to which this declaration relates, are in conformity with the essential requirements of european parliament ...

  • Page 8: Table of Contents

    V table of contents section 1 general description 1.1 introduction ......................................................................... 1-1 1.2 equipment features ............................................................. 1-1 1.3 minimum function handset / full function handset options ........

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    Vi 3.5.10 priority channel .................................................... 3-11 3.5.11 channel memory ................................................... 3-11 3.5.12 resetting factory defaults .................................... 3-11 3.5.13 scan modes .............................................

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    Vii 4.6.17 nmea operation ................................................. 4-21 4.6.18 digital selective calling (dsc) ........................... 4-23 4.6.18.1 individual call to another ship (ship-to-ship) ................................................ 4-23 4.6.18.2 individual call to shore sta...

  • Page 11: Glossary Of Terms

    Viii glossary of terms all scan .......................... Scans all channels atis ................................ Automatic transmission identification system. Used for inland waterways in some european countries. Canadian channels ......... Channel designator as defined by industry canada dsc ......

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    1-1 general description section 1 general description 1.1 introduction congratulations on your purchase of raymarine's ray215e marine radiotelephone. This handbook describes the physical and functional characteristics of the radiotelephone. The ray215e is a microprocessor-controlled, digitally synth...

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    1-2 general description • intercom operation between minimum function handset and optional full function handset (second station) • distant/local mode 1.3 minimum / full function handset options the ray215e can be operated with the standard minimum function handset, an optional full function handset...

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    2-1 installation section 2 installation 2.1 unpacking and inspection use care when unpacking the unit from the shipping carton to prevent damage to the contents. It is also good practice to save the carton and the interior packing material in the event you must return the unit to the factory. 2.2 eq...

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    2-2 installation 2.3 planning the installation when planning the installation of your ray215e, consider the following conditions to ensure dependable and trouble-free operation. Mount the base station transceiver using the mounting template provided. The base station transceiver should be located in...

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    2-3 installation figure 2-1 typical mounting methods 2.3.2 flush mounting in addition to the typical mounting methods, the ray215e may also be flush mounted using the optional flush mount kit. These kits are available from your raymarine dealer or our customer service department. There are two metho...

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    2-4 installation 8. Continue to push the bracket onto the transceiver until it is flush with the front bezel. 9. On each side of the transceiver, insert a screw through the bracket tab and into the threaded holes from which you removed the yoke knobs. 10. Tighten the screws. 11. It is recommended to...

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    2-5 installation 170 (6.69) 106 (4.17) 140 (5.51) 25 (1) 195 (7.68) 223 (8.78) 80 (3.15) 139 (5.47) 9 (0.35) 9 (0.35) figure 2-2 outline and mounting dimensions all dimensions are shown in millimeters and (inches).

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    2-6 installation wire color wire color wire color wire color wire color function function function function function connects to connects to connects to connects to connects to red power + ship's 13.6 vdc power black power − yellow speaker + external speaker green speaker − blue nmea + input from po...

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    2-7 installation figure 2-4 power cable length it is recommended that lugs be used to connect the power cable to the dc supply and the lug connections should be both crimped and soldered. This is very important in order to ensure adequate current draw to the equipment. Intermittent operation may res...

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    2-8 installation 2.4.3 nmea data (requires full function handset) when an optional full function handset is installed enabling class “d” dsc functionality, inputting nmea data will provide position information to the radio. The ray215e accepts nmea 0183 data from a position determining device (gps, ...

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    2-9 installation if the antenna rf connector is likely to be exposed to the marine environment, a protective coating of grease (dow corning dc-4 or similar) can be applied to the connector before connecting it to the radio. Any other extensions or adapters in the cable run should also be protected b...

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    2-10 installation figure 2-6 typical grounding method.

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    3-1 operation with minimum function handset section 3 operation with minimum function handset 3.1 introduction the ray215e can be operated with the standard minimum function handset, or an optional full function handset that enables additional features, or both handsets to enable intercom capabiliti...

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    3-2 operation with minimum function handset note: the ray215e is designed to have the base station as the priority unit. You should install the base station and minimum function handset in the radio operation room or the location from which the ship is normally navigated. If an optional second stati...

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    3-3 operation with minimum function handset 1 7 6 5 4 2 3 10 9 8 11 12 13 14 15 figure 3-2 layout of controls 3.4 control and lcd display 3.4.1 controls several of the keys on the front panel of the base station serve multiple purposes. For the most part, the function indicated on the first line of ...

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    3-4 operation with minimum function handset ! Squelch knob this knob controls the squelch sensitivity level. Rotating the knob clockwise increases the squelch level. Rotating the knob counterclockwise decreases the squelch. The lower bar graph on the lcd displays the squelch level. " scan/ mem key t...

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    3-5 operation with minimum function handset $ mon/ 1/25 key pressing and releasing mon/1/25 initiates the dual-watch monitor mode. Pressing and holding mon/1/25 for 2 seconds toggles the output power between 1 and 25 watts. While in the 1 watt mode, the 1w indicator illuminates on the lcd. In us mod...

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    3-6 operation with minimum function handset channel up key this key increments the channel number by 1 each time it is pressed. If pressed and held, the channel increments at a rate of 10 channels per second. Channel down key this key decrements the channel number by 1 each time it is pressed. If pr...

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    3-7 operation with minimum function handset nmea indicator appears in every operation mode when valid nmea data is being received (available only with optional full function handset). Dsc indicator appears when the radio is in the dsc mode, when an optional full function handset is installed enablin...

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    3-8 operation with minimum function handset ! Remote indicator appears when a remote second station full functional handset (optional) has the priority operation. " channel display (large) displays the current channel number. # channel display (small) displays the priority channel number while the r...

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    3-9 operation with minimum function handset 3.5.5 setting the channel to select the appropriate channel, rotate the ch (channel select) knob clockwise/counterclockwise or use the channel up/down keys on the minimum function handset. 3.5.6 selecting the private channel ten private channels have been ...

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    3-10 operation with minimum function handset to select the private channel: 1. Simultaneously press and release the scan/mem and mon/1/25 keys. The assigned private channel number appears in the large channel display. If multiple private channels are available, the first channel number appears. “pc”...

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    3-11 operation with minimum function handset 3.5.9 selecting a weather channel (us mode) the us national oceanic and atmospheric administration (noaa) broadcasts continuous weather reports and severe weather alerts, as needed. The ray215e can be set to receive these broadcasts if the unit has been u...

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    3-12 operation with minimum function handset to perform the memory reset: 1. Turn the radio off. 2. Press and hold the scan/mem key. 3. While continuing to hold the scan/mem key, turn the radio on. The lcd remains blank for 2 seconds, cl appears momentarily, then the unit switches to channel 16. 3.5...

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    3-13 operation with minimum function handset 3.5.14 monitor mode the ray215e is equipped with 2 types of monitor operations: dual watch and tri-watch. Note: monitor modes are disabled when the atis operation is active. Dual watch mode dual watch monitors channel 16 and either the selected working ch...

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    3-14 operation with minimum function handset when the private channel is the active channel in international mode, tri-watch monitors the selected private channel, channel 16, and the working channel last used before entering private channel mode. To initiate tri-watch, press the multi key once. You...

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    3-15 operation with minimum function handset 3.5.17 nmea operation when an optional full function handset is installed enabling the class “d” dsc functionality, the ray215e can receive valid position and time information, which are transmitted during a dsc distress call. This data can be communicate...

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    3-16 operation with minimum function handset however, if no signal is detected, the nmea indicator flashes and a 5- second-long staccato alert tone is emitted. The nmea indicator continues to flash until valid positional data is received. If valid positional data (from the same source) is later rest...

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    3-17 operation with minimum function handset individual, all ships and group dsc calls come in three varieties: routine for normal calls, safety for advisory alerts, and urgency for assistance when life is not in immediate danger. To enable dsc mode, press and release the dsc/pri and d/l / i.C. Keys...

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    3-18 operation with minimum function handset 4. Press the dsc/pri key once to accept. The small character display now shows a “2”, designating the second digit in your mmsi number. 5. Rotate the channel select (ch) knob until the second digit of your mmsi number appears in the large channel display....

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    3-19 operation with minimum function handset 3.5.18.2 individual ship’s call an individual ship’s call is a dsc call made to a specific ship identified by its mmsi number. There are three types: routine for normal calls, safety for advisory alerts, and urgency for assistance when life is not in imme...

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    3-20 operation with minimum function handset 5. Rotate the channel select (ch) knob until the second digit of other ship’s mmsi number appears in the large channel display. 6. Press the dsc/pri key once to accept. 7. Enter all 9 digits of the mmsi number in the same way. 8. Once the 9th digit has be...

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    3-21 operation with minimum function handset 10. After you have selected the other ship’s mmsi number, the radio prompts you for the working channel you wish to communicate on. The large character display shows the last used channel number and a “w” appears in the small channel display. Use the chan...

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    3-22 operation with minimum function handset 1. Press and release the dsc/pri and d/l / i.C. Keys simultaneously to place the unit in dsc mode. “70” appears in the large channel display, the dsc indicator illuminates, and ”in” appears in the small channel display to designate individual call. 2. Pre...

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    3-23 operation with minimum function handset press & rel dsc + d/l press & rel scan radio enters dsc mode rotate ch press & rel dsc rotate ch [tx] flashing press dsc select working channel ack received from specified ship standby for ack from specified ship 2 seconds after receiving ack, switches to...

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    3-24 operation with minimum function handset 7. Enter all 9 digits of the mmsi number in the same way. Note: the operation is cancelled if the 16 key is pressed or if no keys are pressed for 60 seconds during any part of this process. 8. Once the 9th digit has been entered and accepted, the ray215e ...

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    3-25 operation with minimum function handset 4. Press and hold d/l/i.C. The selected number is deleted from the phonebook and the radio switches to channel 16. Receiving an individual ship’s call when an individual ship’s call is received, the radio automatically enters dsc mode if you are currently...

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    3-26 operation with minimum function handset 3.5.18.3 all ships call the all ships call is used to send out a message to all ships in range that you need assistance but the situation is not serious enough for a distress call. This call should only be used if hailing for assistance on channel 16 fail...

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    3-27 operation with minimum function handset press the dsc/pri key once and the radio automatically selects channel 16. There is no acknowledge required for an all ships call. If you do not wish to accept the call, press the 16 key to exit the dsc mode. Press & release dsc receive all ships call: ro...

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    3-28 operation with minimum function handset 3.5.18.5 distress call a distress call allows you to send out a digital “packet” of data at high power that includes your position, time, and mmsi number. All ships and stations outfitted with the correct type of dsc equipment will be able to pinpoint you...

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    3-29 operation with minimum function handset press & hold distress waiting for acknowledge switches to channel 16 press & hold distress after 1 sec, countdown begins distress call transmitted hold distress for full 5 seconds acknowledge signal received receiving a distress call when a dsc distress c...

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    3-30 operation with minimum function handset 3.5.18.6 distress relay call sometimes a ship’s distress call can be relayed from another ship or a shore station. Because it is class “d” dsc compliant, the ray215e can receive a distress relay call but cannot acknowledge or relay the call. If the radio ...

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    3-31 operation with minimum function handset notes: 1. After the atis id number has been programmed, the atis function will be active all the time, as per the european standard for a non- dsc radio. However, if you have installed a full function handset, which enables full class “d” dsc functionalit...

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    3-32 operation with minimum function handset rotate ch press & rel dsc press & rel dsc press & hold dsc atis digit digit position select desired digit next digit position select desired digit continue thru last digit position radio replays all digits... Atis number accepted press & rel dsc returns t...

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    4-1 operation with full function handset section 4 operation with optional full function handset 4.1 introduction the ray215e can be operated with the standard minimum function handset, or an optional full function handset that upgrades the radio to full class “d” dsc status, or both handsets to ena...

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    4-2 operation with full function handset in an emergency, the base station can override the full function handset to make a call even though the handset has priority (is off the cradle). To override the handset, press and hold the dsc/pri key on the base station. The remote indicator flashes and the...

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    4-3 operation with full function handset 4.4 controls and lcd display figure 4-2 layout of controls 4.4.1 controls this section describes the control keys and display messages that appear on the full function handset. Note: this full function handset is also used with raymarine radios that have addi...

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    4-4 operation with full function handset note: an mmsi number is required to operate the dsc equipment in this radio. You can program the mmsi number yourself using the operation described in section 4.7.4.2 (if regulations in your country permit mmsi number programming by the radio owner) or you ca...

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    4-5 operation with full function handset & 2/scan key this key inputs the number 2. When an alphanumeric response is appropriate, each press of this key alternately inputs the characters 2, a, b, then c. Pressing the func key followed by the 2/scan key toggles scan mode on or off. ' 3 key this key i...

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    4-6 operation with full function handset " 8/m-call key this key inputs the number 8. When an alphanumeric response is appropriate, each press of this key alternately inputs the characters 8, t, u, then v. Pressing the func key followed by the 8/m-call key starts multi-call mode. If this key combina...

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    4-7 operation with full function handset func key initiates the function mode and activates the func indicator in the lcd display. The next key pressed determines the function selected. (see above key descriptions.) pressing this key twice starts dimmer mode, which reduces the brightness of lcd’s ba...

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    4-8 operation with full function handset nmea indicator displayed when the radio receives valid nmea position data. If the data is invalid or no data is received for a period of time, the indicator disappears. Func indicator displayed when the func key is pressed. Disappears when another key is pres...

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    4-9 operation with full function handset " vol indicator (in bar graph) represents the current sound volume level of the handset. A louder volume displays a larger number of segments in the bar graph. This bar graph is not displayed during menu mode. # sql indicator (in bar graph) represents the cur...

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    4-10 operation with full function handset 8. Digital selective calling (dsc) operation these functions include individual ships call, all ships call, distress call, group call, and dsc logging capability. Note: an mmsi number is required to operate the dsc equipment in this radio. You can program th...

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    4-11 operation with full function handset 4.6.1 setting the volume the sound volume adjustment for the handset has 11 settings. Pressing and releasing the vol up ( ∧ ∧ ∧ ∧ ∧ ) key increases the volume by one level; pressing and releasing the vol down ( ∨ ∨ ∨ ∨ ∨ ) key reduces the volume by one level...

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    4-12 operation with full function handset 4.6.4 setting the frequency mode the ray215e can transmit and receive on all available international marine vhf radiotelephone channels. With a software upgrade, the ray215e can also communicate on the us channel set. Indicators displayed in the lcd identify...

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    4-13 operation with full function handset 4.6.5 receiving on the weather channels the us national oceanic and atmospheric administration (noaa) broadcasts continuous weather reports and severe weather alerts, as needed, that can be received in the us and canada. If your ray215e has been programmed t...

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    4-14 operation with full function handset using the numeric keypad to select a channel, input the desired number on the keypad. For 5 seconds the channel number flashes on the lcd display. If the ent key is pressed during this 5 second interval, the channel change is implemented. If the 5 seconds el...

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    4-15 operation with full function handset note: a license is required to operate the radio on the private channels. It is your responsibility to obtain the proper license to operate the radio on these frequencies. To select the private channel: 1. Press the func key, followed by the 5/priv key. The ...

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    4-16 operation with full function handset 4.6.9 multi-call operation the multi-call function stores as many channels as desired in memory for quick access to frequently used channels. Using multi-call to start the multi-call operation, press the func key followed by the 8/ m-call key. The multi-call...

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    4-17 operation with full function handset deleting channels from memory from the working channel mode, select the channel to be deleted. Press the func key followed by the 1/mem key. The mem indicator disappears when the channel is deleted. 4.6.11 setting the transmission power output the transmissi...

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    4-18 operation with full function handset 4.6.14 intercom mode intercom mode enables conversation between a minimum function handset connected to the port on the front of the base station and a full function handset connected to the port on the rear of the base station. Note:using the intercom is a ...

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    4-19 operation with full function handset 3. Press ptt to speak to the other station and release ptt to listen. 4. To exit intercom mode, again press func followed by 0/ic. Receiving a call at the base station 1. When an intercom call is received, the base station speaker emits a calling tone. Ic ap...

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    4-20 operation with full function handset 1. Use the channel selection (ch) keys or numeric keypad to select the working channel or private channel you wish to enter into memory. 2. Press the func key followed by the 1/mem key. The mem indicator illuminates, indicating that the channel is now in mem...

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    4-21 operation with full function handset tri-watch when the ray215e is using the international frequency set, tri-watch monitors the working channel or private channel, the priority channel 16, and the previously selected multi-call channel. When a signal is detected on the working, private, priori...

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    4-22 operation with full function handset if a gps device is not connected via nmea, the radio emits a 5-second- long staccato alert tone and flashes the nmea indicator 2 minutes after power up. This occurs every time the unit is turned on. The alarm is required by safety regulations and cannot be d...

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    4-23 operation with full function handset 4.6.18 digital selective calling (dsc) the digital selective calling (dsc) protocol is a globally applied system used to send and receive digital distress calls as well as individual and all ships calls on channel 70, the dedicated dsc channel for marine vhf...

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    4-24 operation with full function handset transmitting an individual call to call another ship, you must select the working channel and a specific mmsi number. The mmsi number is selected either manually or from a phonebook list of preprogrammed numbers specified using the menu function. To cancel t...

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    4-25 operation with full function handset note: the full function handset provides you with a phonebook that holds entries for up to 20 ship stations and 20 shore stations. These are separate from the 10 phonebook entries stored in the base station using the minimum function handset (see section 3.5...

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    4-26 operation with full function handset note: only simplex channels (those channels that transmit and receive on the same frequency) can be selected for ship to ship individual calls. Pressing the sq up/down key will scroll you through the simplex channels usable for this operation. Response if a ...

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    4-27 operation with full function handset indv ent alternates with each click of sq up/down after pressing ent, the indication switches to: phnbook, manual 3. Select shore and press the ent key. 4. Scroll with the sq up/down keys to select the method for inputting the mmsi number, either from the ph...

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    4-28 operation with full function handset ent numeric keypad flashing flashing 6. Press ent again. A prompt appears on the display instructing you to press the ptt key. 7. Press ptt to transmit. Ent with manual input, mmsi number would be displayed response if a response is received after pressing t...

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    4-29 operation with full function handset 4.6.18.3 receiving an individual call when an individual call is received, the dsc indicator flashes, ind appears on the 7-segment display, and the dsc received alert is sounded. On the dot matrix display appears the message received ind call along with the ...

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    4-30 operation with full function handset 4.6.18.4 transmitting a group call you can send and receive dsc calls from groups of stations that share the same group mmsi number. The ray215e can only transmit routine group calls. As with any dsc operation, the call is made on channel 70. To make a group...

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    4-31 operation with full function handset 9. Press ptt. The radio changes over to the selected working channel without waiting for acknowledgment. Ent ent mmsi number select working chanel with sq up/down key scrolls between working chanel and mmsi number ent ptt 4.6.18.5 receiving a group call when...

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    4-32 operation with full function handset scrolls across display receiving ent mmsi number is displayed if the nickname is not registered in the list. 4.6.18.6 transmitting an all ships call the all ships call is used to send out a message to all ships in range that you need assistance but the situa...

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    4-33 operation with full function handset ent ent alternate by pressing the sq up/down key 4.6.18.7 receiving an all ships call when an all ships call is received, an alert is sounded. The lcd displays the type of all ships call being received, along with the sender’s mmsi number, and a prompt to pr...

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    4-34 operation with full function handset unspecified distress call to make a distress call without specifying type of distress: 1. Open the door labeled distress on the back of the handset and press and hold the distress key. After one second, dsr flashes on the 7-segment display and the dsc indica...

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    4-35 operation with full function handset press and hold clr for 3 secs when a response is received, the dsc indicator flashes and the dsc distress alert is sounded. The lcd scrolls a message that the distress has been acknowledged, along with the sending station’s mmsi number or nickname. The messa...

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    4-36 operation with full function handset to make a distress call specifying the type of distress: 1. Open the door labeled distress on the back of the handset and press and release the distress key on the back of the handset. Dsr appears on the 7-segment display and the dsc indicator illuminates. O...

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    4-37 operation with full function handset 5. When this prompt appears, release the distress key. The unit is switched to channel 16, displays the message await ack, and monitors channel 70 for an acknowledgment. Release distress dsr stops flashing and the distress alarm sounds continuously. The unit...

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    4-38 operation with full function handset ent if clr is pressed, the radio reverts to the mode before receiving distress call clr 4.6.18.10 receiving a distress relay call sometimes a ship’s distress call can be relayed from another ship or a shore station. The ray215e can only receive a relayed dis...

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    4-39 operation with full function handset 4.6.18.11 using the dsc log the ray215e maintains 3 separate logs for storing information about sent and received dsc calls. The logs are divided by type: • individual, all ships, and group calls • distress calls • relay distress calls each log can store up ...

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    4-40 operation with full function handset 4.6.19 atis operation the ray215e comes equipped with automatic transmission identification system (atis) capability for inland waterway requirements in europe. With atis enabled, each time the ptt key is pressed your station id is sent at the end of the tra...

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    4-41 operation with full function handset func + menu 4.7.2 navstat operation this operation indicates on the lcd display the position information that has been input via nmea or has been manually input using the ll/ent function as outlined in section 4.7.3.2. To view current position information: 1...

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    4-42 operation with full function handset 4.7.3 dsc operation dsc operation includes the manual entry of latitude/longitude, listing of other ship’s mmsi numbers for ship-to-ship and ship-to-shore communications, and listing of group mmsi number. To initiate the dsc operation: 1. Press the func key ...

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    4-43 operation with full function handset 4.7.3.1 selecting distress call type (nature) this menu item is used to select the nature of a distress call before the call is sent. The selected information will be sent along with the distress call. To select the nature of the distress that will be includ...

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    4-44 operation with full function handset 4.7.3.2 manual entry of latitude/longitude (l/l ent) this operation is used to manually enter the latitude/longitude and utc time when normal nmea input of the position information is not available. The radio will sound a 5-second-long alert tone every four ...

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    4-45 operation with full function handset press ent press ent press 5 press 7 press ent press 0 press 7 press ent press 2 press 0 press ent press 1 press ent press ent press ent press ent press ent flashing flashing flashing flashing flashing flashing flashing flashing flashing flashing flashing fla...

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    4-46 operation with full function handset 4.7.3.3 modifying the mmsi number list (phnbook) this operation is used to modify the “phonebook” lists of mmsi numbers used for dsc individual calls. Two lists are available: one for ship stations and one for shore stations. Each list allows you to register...

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    4-47 operation with full function handset ent note: pressing and holding the clr key for 3 seconds during either entry or delete returns operation to the mode before the menu operation began. Adding ship stations to the list to add to the phonebook list for ship stations, input the mmsi number and n...

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    4-48 operation with full function handset ent ent 0 ent 7/pqrs (twice) 2/abc ent ent flashing flashing flashing flashing flashing flashing this display is shown only if the list already has the maximum 20 stations registered pressing ent while "n" is displayed exits menu mode without registering the...

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    4-49 operation with full function handset to exit without deleting, press the sq up/down key until del? N is displayed. If the list has no stations entered, the message phnbook is empty hold down clr key is displayed. Press and hold the clr key for 3 seconds to exit menu mode. Ent ent modifying the ...

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    4-50 operation with full function handset adding shore stations to the list to add to the phonebook list for shore stations, input the mmsi number and nickname of the station. 1. To enter the mmsi number, press the corresponding numeric keys (0 through 9). The currently selected location is indicate...

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    4-51 operation with full function handset note: the 0 key will enter only the numeral “0”, while the 1 key will alternately enter “1” and “space”. The 0 and 1 keys do not have associated alpha characters. Deleting shore stations from the list when the shore station phonebook is selected, the oldest ...

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    4-52 operation with full function handset entering a group mmsi number to add a group mmsi number, select entry then press the ent key. Use the numeric keys (0 through 9) to input desired group number. The currently selected location is indicated by a flashing “–” character. Pressing a numeric key e...

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    4-53 operation with full function handset 4.7.4 setting operation this operation sets the function features of the ray215e: the atis id number and on/off state, and the mmsi number. 1. Press the func key followed by the menu key to initiate the menu mode. Mn is shown on the 7-segment display and nav...

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    4-54 operation with full function handset • the atis id number is a ten digit number, beginning with a “9”. The my atis set up process has you input only the last 9 digits. The leading “9” is automatically input for you. To register the atis number into memory: 1. Select the my atis function as desc...

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    4-55 operation with full function handset note: if the two atis numbers don’t match, the message atis id not match press ent scrolls across the display. Press ent to exit the menu mode and try again from step 1. 10. Press ent to verify. The message ent - store, clr - exit is displayed. 11. Press ent...

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    4-56 operation with full function handset 4.7.4.2 setting mmsi number this operation stores the mmsi number required for dsc communications, including distress calls. You can request an mmsi number when you apply for a radio license. Notes: • regulations in some regions may not allow end users to pr...

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    4-57 operation with full function handset pressing the following keys initiate the corresponding operation: k k k k keys eys eys eys eys action action action action action 0 - 9 keys changes the flashing numeric value, then advances to the next digit’s place. Ent key advances the (flashing) subject ...

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    4-58 operation with full function handset flashing flashing flashing ent ent input mmsi number using numeric keypad ent ent ent re-enter mmsi no. Ent ent.

  • Page 114

    4-59 operation with full function handset 4.7.4.3 atis set up this operation determines whether the atis id number is transmitted after the ptt key is released. To set the atis function: 1. Per the description in section 4.7.4 setting operation above, select atis. 2. Press the ent key. The message a...

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    4-60 operation with full function handset.

  • Page 116: Section 5

    5-1 maintenance section 5 maintenance 5.1 how to contact raymarine the ray215e is designed to provide long periods of trouble-free operation. It is recognized, however, that environmental and other factors may result in a need for occasional service. In europe in europe, raymarine support, service a...

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    5-2 maintenance many raymarine accessory items and parts are available through your authorized raymarine dealer. However if you are in need of an item not available through your retailer feel free to contact our customer service department monday to friday 8:15 am to 5:00 pm eastern standard time. I...

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    5-3 maintenance 5.2 preventative maintenance the ray215e has been constructed to be virtually maintenance free. Your attention to a few basic points should assure many years of service. 1. Although the unit is waterproof, always keep the unit as dry as possible. 2. Clean the exterior of the unit wit...

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    5-4 maintenance 5.3.2 receiver channels all available us and international vhf marine band frequency range 156.025 to 163.275 mhz in 25 khz increments frequency stability +/- 10 ppm (+/- 0.001%) from -20 °c to +50 °c usable sensitivity 0.35 µ v @ 12db sinad threshold 1.0 µ full squelch adjacent chan...

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    5-5 maintenance optional full function handset (ffhs) height 173 mm (6.81 inches) width 57 mm (2.25 inches) depth 28 mm (1.1 inches ) weight approx. 138 g (0.30 lbs) optional ffhs cradle height 50 mm (1.97 inches ) width 64 mm (2.52 inches) length 102.1 mm (4.02 inches) weight approx. 70 g (0.15 lbs...

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    5-7 maintenance 5.4 drawings assembly drawing.

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    5-8 maintenance block diagram rf pcb.

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    5-9 maintenance control pcb.

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    5-10 maintenance front pcb microphone pcb.

  • Page 126: Section 6 Frequency Tables

    6-1 appendix international mode international mode international mode international mode international mode channel frequency (mhz) number tx rx 01 156.050 160.650 public correspondence (marine operator) hi, lo 02 156.100 160.700 public correspondence (marine operator) hi, lo 03 156.150 160.750 publ...

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    6-2 appendix channel frequency (mhz) number tx rx 23 157.150 161.750 public correspondence (marine operator) hi, lo 24 157.200 161.800 public correspondence (marine operator) hi, lo 25 157.250 161.850 public correspondence (marine operator) hi, lo 26 157.300 161.900 public correspondence (marine ope...

  • Page 128

    6-3 appendix notes: 1. For channels 15 and 17, output power is fixed at 1 watt only. Transmission at high power is not permitted. 2. Channel 70 is used for digital selective calling (dsc) only and is not available for voice transmissions. Channel 70 does not appear on the display. Important notice t...

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    6-4 appendix us mode us mode us mode us mode us mode channel frequency (mhz) number tx rx 01a 156.050 156.050 port operations and commercial, hi, lo vts in selected areas 03a 156.150 156.150 us government and coast guard hi, lo 05a 156.250 156.250 port operations, vts in selected areas hi, lo 06 156...

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    6-5 appendix notes: 1. For channels 13 and 67, output power is fixed at 1w (low power). In an emergency, you can override to high power by pressing and holding ptt and then pressing the mon/1/25 key on the base station. Output power is increased to 25w while both keys are pressed. After mon/1/25 is ...

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    6-6 appendix 6.2.1 weather channels and frequencies (optional) ch rx frequency type of traffic transmission type 1 162.550 weather receive only 2 162.400 weather receive only 3 162.475 weather receive only 4 162.425 weather receive only 5 162.450 weather receive only 6 162.500 weather receive only 7...

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