Sailor RT5022 Operation Manual - System
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7.1.11
Multiple Handsets in the System
If multiple handsets are connected in the system the following priority is given (to PTT –
microphone control) if multiple handsets are lifted:
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Default handset is always given priority if lifted.
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Any optional handset lifted first takes priority over another optional handset.
A warning “OC” is written in the display near any handset (VHF unit or CU) that has lower
priority, as soon the prioritized handset is lifted.
SQ
Vol
1W
Tx
If an optional handset is not given priority (“OC” written
in display) it will only be possible to use the following
buttons on the CU:
7.1.12
Optional Handset CU VHF Operation while Main Unit is in
Menu or Text Entry Mode
If the main VHF unit is operated in menu or text entry mode, there will be certain buttons on
the VHF main unit that does not respond to their primary functions. Seen from a CU perspec-
tive all functionality is maintained if “OC” is not shown in the telephone display.
7.2
Alarm Panel
The Alarm Panel will – if connected correctly to the VHF be illuminated in the red “VHF
DISTRESS” push button.
7.2.1
Distress Initiation
Only undesignated distress can be sent from the alarm panel.
The distress is sent lifting the lid over the VHF DISTRESS button on Alarm Panel and press
the button for 5 seconds. A sound is heard each second. After 5 seconds a constant sound is
heard, indicating you have sent the distress. You can now release the button. The alarm
sound in the alarm panel can be muted pressing the
on the Alarm Panel.
The VHF is now in distress state. You must now continue the distress traffic and procedures
in front of your VHF if possible. The procedures are now the same as described for handling
distress state from the main unit.