Raymarine Ray215 manual

Owner's Handbook VHF Radio R ay2 1 5[...]

RA Y215 Modular VHF Radio Owner’ s Handbook Document number: R49013_2 Date: March 2002[...]

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i Purpose This handbook contains very important information on the installation, operation, and maintenance of your new equipment. T o get the best results in operation and performance, please take the time to read this handbook thoroughly . RA Y215 Raymarine radios comply with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Industry Canada require[...]

ii INDUSTR INDUSTR INDUSTR INDUSTR INDUSTR Y CANAD Y CANAD Y CANAD Y CANAD Y CANAD A A A A A Y ou do not need a license to operate this radio within sovereign waters of Canada or the US. Y ou will need a license to operate this radio outside of Canada or the US. T o obtain Industry Canada licensing information, contact the nearest field or regional[...]

iii Safe Compass Difference Safe Compass Difference Safe Compass Difference Safe Compass Difference Safe Compass Difference Safe Compass Distance is 1 meter for a common mechanical compass; other compass types may require greater distances. T o be sure, you should locate the radio as far as possible from the compass. T est your compass to verify pr[...]

iv T able of Contents Section 1 General Description 1 . 1 Introduction .......................................................................... 1 - 1 1 . 2 Equipment Features ............................................................... 1 - 1 1 . 3 Microphone / Handset Options ............................................ 1 - 2 Section 2 Install[...]

v 3.3.12 Resetting Factory Defaults .................................... 3-10 3.3.13 Scan Modes ........................................................... 3-11 3.3.14 Monitor Mode ....................................................... 3-12 3.3.15 LCD Backlight Function ........................................ 3-12 3.3.16 NMEA Operation ..........[...]

vi 4.4.16.5 Receiving Group Call ...................................... 4-28 4.4.16.6 T ransmitting All Ships Call ............................. 4-29 4.4.16.7 Receiving All Ships Call .................................. 4-30 4.4.16.8 Transmitting a Distress Call ............................ 4-30 4.4.16.9 Receiving a Distress Call ...................[...]

vii GLOSSARY OF TERMS All Scan ........................... Scans all channels Canadian Channels ......... Channel designator as defined by Industry Canada Carrier W ave ................... A Radio Frequency on which intelligence is superimposed. D S C ................................. Digital Selective Calling Dual W atch ..................... Moni[...]

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1-1 General Description Section 1 Gener al Description 1.1 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of Raymarine's RA Y215 marine radiotelephone. This handbook describes the physical and functional characteristics of the radiotelephone. The RA Y215 is a microprocessor-controlled, digitally synthesized, compact transceiver that provides re[...]

1-2 General Description • Distant/local mode • Oversized LCD • All solid-state circuitry for low current drain and maximum reliability • Series relay protection on input power circuits to prevent reverse polarity damage • High-performance receiver section with optimum selectivity 1.3 Microphone / Handset Options The RA Y215 can be operate[...]

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 Equipment Supplied The following is a list of mater[...]

2-2 Installation 2.3 Planning the Installation When planning the installation of your RA Y215, the following conditions should be considered to ensure dependable and trouble-free operation. Mount the Base Station T ransceiver using the Mounting T emplate provided. The Base Station Transceiver is designed to be mounted horizontally or vertically on [...]

2-3 Installation F igure 2-1 Typical Mounting Methods 2.3.2 Flush Mounting In addition to the typical Mounting Methods, the RA Y215 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 methods of mounting the radio using the flush mount ki[...]

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. T ighten the screws. 1 1. It is recommended to run a bead of R TV or similar sealant around th[...]

2-5 Installation 6.69 (170) 4.17 (106) 5.51 (140) 1 (25) 7.68 (195) 8.78 (223) 3.15 (80) 5.47 (139) 0.35 (9) 0.35 (9) F igure 2-2 Outline and Mounting Dimensions All dimensions are shown in inches and (millimeters)[...]

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 P ower + Ship's 13.6 VDC power BLACK P ower − YELLOW Speak er + External speak er GREEN Speak er − BLUE NMEA + Input from position source (GPS , etc.) PURPLE NM[...]

2-7 Installation F igure 2-4 P ower Cable Length Y our RA Y215 should be connected to the nearest primary source of ship's DC power . A typical source may be a circuit breaker on the power panel or a fuse block near the unit. When connecting to either of these sources, the circuit breaker or other in-line fuse should be rated at 10 amps. It is[...]

2-8 Installation 2.4.3 NMEA Data The RA Y215 accepts NMEA 0183 data from a position determining device (GPS, etc.) to provide the Latitude and Longitude position information that is transmitted during a DSC Distress Call. Connect the input(s) of the positioning device to the blue (NMEA+) and purple (NMEA-) wires in the Power/Optional Speaker/NMEA c[...]

2-9 Installation 2.4.5 Antenna Mounting Suggestions The best radio in the world is useless without a quality antenna and good location. Mounting the VHF antenna properly is very important because it will directly affect the performance of your VHF radio. A VHF antenna designed for marine vessels should be used. • Since VHF transmission is essenti[...]

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3-1 Operation with a Fist Microphone Section 3 Operation with Standar d Fist Micr ophone 3.1 Introduction The RA Y215 can be operated with the standard Fist Microphone, or an optional Full Function Handset that enables additional features, or both units to enable intercom capabilities. This section describes using the RA Y215 with the Fist Micropho[...]

3-2 Operation with a Fist Microphone 3.1.2 Microphone/Handset Connections The Fist Microphone can be connected to the port on the front of the base station (Figure 3-2) or mounted near the base station using the optional Handset Relocation Kit (part number E46026), which is available from your authorized Raymarine dealer/distributor . The Relocatio[...]

3-3 Operation with a Fist Microphone 1 7 6 5 4 2 3 10 9 8 15 11 12 13 14 F igure 3-2 Layout of Controls 3.2 Control and LCD Display 3.2.1 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 the key is accessed by pressing and releasing that key .[...]

3-4 Operation with a Fist Microphone The lower bar graph on the LCD displays the squelch level. " SCAN/ MEM Key This key starts or stops All Scan and Memory Scan Modes. The key also places favorite channels into the radio's memory for quick selection. Pressing and holding SCAN/MEM for 3 seconds stores into memory the currently displayed c[...]

3-5 Operation with a Fist Microphone Pressing and holding MON/1/25 for 2 seconds toggles the output power between 1 and 25 watts. While in the 1 W att mode, the 1W indicator illuminates on the LCD. Pressing this key while holding PTT overrides the 1W output setting. See the Frequency tables in Section 6 for the affected channels. % 16/9 Ke y Pressi[...]

3-6 Operation with a Fist Microphone   PTT Key (Fist Micr ophone) Pressing the PTT (Push T o T alk) key enables the radio's transmitter . PTT key operation is disabled when the selected channel is either a W eather channel or a disallowed channel. The radio is equipped with a 5 minute timeout timer as a safety feature. After the PTT has [...]

3-7 Operation with a Fist Microphone DSC indicator Appears when the radio is in the DSC mode. ! A CK indicator Appears when receiving an acknowledgement to a DSC Individual or Distress Call. " INT indicator Appears when the International frequency group is selected. # CAN indicator Appears when the Canadian frequency group is selected. $ TX in[...]

3-8 Operation with a Fist Microphone  $ VOL indicator (in bar gr aph) Represents the current sound volume level. A louder volume displays a larger number of segments in the bar graph.  % SQL indicator (in bar graph) Represents the current squelch level. A deeper squelch displays a larger number of segments in the bar graph. 3.3 Operating Pr o[...]

3-9 Operation with a F Fist Microphone 3 . 3 . 6 Setting the Frequency Mode The frequency modes available are US, International, and Canadian. If the CAN and INT indicators are not illuminated, then US channels are selected. If in US mode, pressing and holding the WX/INT key for 2 seconds will select Canadian channels (CAN will illuminate). If in C[...]

3-10 Operation with a Fist Microphone 3.3.9 Priority Channel Either channel 16 or 9 can be programmed as the Priority Channel. T o switch to the currently programmed Priority Channel at any time, press the 16/9 key once. T o change the Priority Channel , press the 16/9 key once to switch to the Priority Channel, then press and hold the 16/9 key unt[...]

3-11 Operation with a Fist Microphone This will NOT erase the Own Ship's MMSI ID number for your vessel nor will it erase the PHNBOOK entries made with the Full Function Handset. T o perform the memory reset: 1 . T urn the radio OF F . 2 . Press and hold the SCAN/MEM ke y . 3 . While continuing to hold the SCAN/MEM ke y , turn the radio ON. Th[...]

3-12 Operation with a Fist Microphone 3.3.14 Monitor Mode The RA Y215 is equipped with 2 types of monitor operations: Dual W atch and T ri-W atch. Dual Watch Mode Dual W atch monitors the selected working channel and the programmed Priority Channel. T o initiate Dual W atch, first select the working channel to be monitored, then press the MON/1/25 [...]

3-13 Operation with a Fist Microphone 3.3.16 NMEA Oper ation The RA Y215 can receive valid position and time information, which are transmitted during a DSC Distress call. This data can be communicated via NMEA 0183 from a GPS, fishfinder , radar , or any device that outputs GPS sentences. If the radio does not detect the positional data, it provid[...]

3-14 Operation with a Fist Microphone The message NO GPS appears in NA VST A T in the position where the type of device used to be. The NMEA indicator continues to flash until valid positional data is received. If valid positional data (from the same source) is later restored, the NMEA indicator is again displayed solid. Operation When No Signal De[...]

3-15 Operation with a Fist Microphone Note: Y ou must pr ogram the ship's MMSI number befor e the radio can enter the DSC mode. See Section 3.3.17.1 below . 3.3.17.1 MMSI Number Setup Y ou must enter your Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) number in the RA Y215 before the DSC system will be operational. Y ou can request an MMSI number fro[...]

3-16 Operation with a Fist Microphone 8. If the number is verified as correct, press and hold the DSC/PRI key for 2 seconds and a tone sounds. Y our MMSI number has now been stored in memory . If the number is incorrect, press the DSC/PRI key once and release. The radio will revert to the beginning of the entry process to start over again. This ste[...]

3-17 Operation with a Fist Microphone Sending an Individual Ship's Call The RA Y215 can only send a Routine Individual Call. The MMSI number of the ship to which the Individual Call is to be sent can be input manually or selected from a phonebook listing in memory . This section includes instructions for using both methods and for adding numbe[...]

3-18 Operation with a Fist Microphone PRESS & REL DSC + D/L PRESS & REL DSC ROTAT E CH PRESS & REL DSC PRESS & REL DSC PRESS & HOLD DSC MMSI digit digit position Select desired digit Next digit position Select desired digit Continue thru last digit position Radio enters DSC mode Radio replays all digits... MMSI number accepted P[...]

3-19 Operation with a Fist Microphone PRESS & HOLD DSC ROTAT E CH [TX] Flashing PRESS & REL DSC Returns to last used channel "ACK" signal received from the specified ship Standby for "ACK" from specified ship 2 seconds after receiving ACK, switches to selected channel PRESS PTT Select desired working channel Using an MMS[...]

3-20 Operation with a Fist Microphone 7. Press the PTT key to send the Individual Ship's Call. After the digital "packet" of information is sent, the radio waits for an acknowledgment from the targeted ship or station. 8 . If the target station acknowledges, a tone sounds and "ACK" illuminates on the LCD. After 2 seconds, t[...]

3-21 Operation with a Fist Microphone 2. Press and release the DSC/PRI key . The DSC indicator appears, "0" is displayed in the large character display , and "1" is displayed in the small character display . 3. Rotate the Channel Select (CH) knob until the first digit of your MMSI number appears in the large character display . [...]

3-22 Operation with a Fist Microphone Y ou must note what letter you assigned to the MMSI number because only that letter appears on the LCD when you are retrieving it. Note: No data is stored in memory when a wr ong key operation or an interruption of power occurs during the entry pr ocedure.The operation is cancelled if the 16/9 key is pr essed o[...]

3-23 Operation with a Fist Microphone Receiving an Individual Ship's Call When an Individual Ship's Call is received, the radio automatically enters DSC mode if you are currently on a selected working channel, in the Monitor mode, or in the Scan mode. If a received signal is confirmed to be addressed to your own station, an acknowledging [...]

3-24 Operation with a Fist Microphone 3.3.17.3 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 9 or 16 fails. There are three types of All Ships Calls: ROUTINE[...]

3-25 Operation with a Fist Microphone Receiving an All Ships Call If you are currently on a selected working channel, in the Monitor mode, or in the Scan mode, the radio automatically enters DSC mode when an All Ships Call is received. The type of call is displayed in the small channel display and an alarm is sounded. Press the DSC/PRI key once and[...]

3-26 Operation with a Fist Microphone As with any DSC operation, the call is made on channel 70. If a received signal is confirmed to be addressed to the group that your station belongs to, the radio switches to DSC receiving mode and does not send back an acknowledgment. If the received signal is not addressed to the group that your station belong[...]

3-27 Operation with a Fist Microphone Note: When a Distress Call is sent, the unit emits a VER Y LOUD distress alarm tone. T o mute the alarm without interrupting the Distr ess Call, pr ess the DSC/PRI key on the RA Y215 base station. The radio will remain in DSC mode. 4. The Distress Call is automatically re-transmitted every 3.5 to 4 minutes as l[...]

3-28 Operation with a Fist Microphone Note: When a Distr ess Call is r eceived, the unit emits a VERY LOUD distress alarm tone. Pr essing the DSC/PRI key on the base station mutes this alarm but does NOT cancel the Distr ess Call. 3. The RA Y215 does not have the ability to acknowledge or relay a DSC Distress Call so once the Distress Call is recei[...]

4 -1 Operation with a Full Function Handset Section 4 Operation with Optional Full Function Handset 4.1 Introduction The RA Y215 can be operated with the standard Fist Microphone, or an optional Full Function Handset that enables additional features, or both handsets to enable intercom capabilities. This section describes using the RA Y215 with the[...]

4 -2 Operation with a 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). T o override the handset, press and hold the DSC/PRI key on the base station. The REMOTE indicator flashes and the base station regains priority control. Make [...]

4 -3 Operation with a Full Function Handset 4 . 2 Controls and LCD Display Figure 4-2 Layout of Controls 4.2.1 Controls This section describes the control buttons and display messages that appear on the Full Function Handset. Note: This Full Function Handset is also used with Raymarine radios that have additional features. As a result, the yellow F[...]

4 -4 Operation with a Full Function Handset Note: An MMSI number is required to operate the DSC equipment in this radio. Y ou can program the MMSI number yourself one time only using the Menu Operation described in section 4.5.4 or you can have your Raymarine dealer program the number for you. ALL SHIP key Switches to the All Ships Call mode for Sa[...]

4 -5 Operation with a 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 . Scan mode is described below in section 4.4.13. ' 3 key[...]

4 -6 Operation with a Full Function Handset  # 9/ 1/25 key This key inputs the number 9. When an alphanumeric response is appropriate, each press of this key alternately inputs the characters 9, W , X, Y , and then Z. Pressing the FUNC key followed by the 9 / 1/25 key alternates the transmission power between 1W and 25W .  $ * key This key in[...]

4 -7 Operation with a Full Function Handset ! PTT (Press-to-Talk) key Pressing this key during normal operation places the radio in Transmit mode and displays the TX indicator in the LCD. When the key is pressed in various function modes, the assigned operation is initiated. Note: After 5 minutes of continuously holding the PTT key , the radio will[...]

4 -8 Operation with a Full Function Handset " TX indicator Displayed while transmitting. # CAN indicator Displayed when the Canadian frequency group is selected. $ US indicator Displayed when the US frequency group is selected. % INT indicator Displayed when the International frequency group is selected. & 1W indicator Displayed when the t[...]

4 -9 Operation with a Full Function Handset 4. 3 Radio Functions 1. Selecting the Frequency Mode Channel selection is available from among three frequency groups: US, International, or Canadian. 2. Receiving the Weather Channels The RA Y215 is programmed to receive 10 NOAA weather channels and will sound an alarm if a W eather Alert is received. 3.[...]

4 -10 Operation with a Full Function Handset 11. Intercom Function between Handsets Intercom mode enables conversation between a fist microphone connected to the front of the base station and a Second Station Full Function Handset connected to the to the rear of the base station. 1 2. Reduced Receiving Sensitivity (Local Mode) This function decreas[...]

4 -11 Operation with a Full Function Handset 4.4.3 Using the Function Key Most of the keys on the handset control multiple operations. Pressing one of these keys after pressing the FUNC key initiates the operation marked on the label above that key . When the FUNC key is pressed, the FUNC indicator is displayed on the LCD display . If no other key [...]

4-12 Operation with a Full Function Handset 4.4.5 Receiving on the Weather Channels The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) broadcasts continuous weather reports and severe weather alerts, as needed. The RA Y215 is programmed to receive 10 NOAA weather channels and sound an alarm if a weather alert is received. The W eather Ch[...]

4 -13 Operation with a Full Function Handset If the 5 seconds elapse without pressing another ke y , the channel change is implemented anyway . If the CLR key is pressed while the number is flashing, the channel returns to the previous numbe r . Note: A leading zero is required for single digit channel numbers. 4.4.7 Priority Channel The Priority C[...]

4- 14 Operation with a Full Function Handset 4.4.9 Setting the T ransmission P ower Output The transmission output can be set at either 1W or 25W . When the power supply is switched on, the output is 25W . Pressing the FUNC key followed by the 9/1/25 key alternates the transmission between 25W and 1W . When 1W is selected, the 1W indicator is displ[...]

4 -15 Operation with a Full Function Handset Note: Using the Inter com is a simplex operation. Y ou must press PTT to talk to the other station and release PTT to listen. Making a Call from the Full Function Handset 1 . Press the FUNC key followed by the 0/IC key to enter Intercom mode. IC appears on the large display . While calling, CALLING BASE [...]

4 -16 Operation with a Full Function Handset Receiving a Call at the Base S tation 1 . When an Intercom call is received, the base station speaker emits a calling tone. IC appears on the large channel display and REMOTE flashes on the small channel display . 2 . T o answer the call, press PTT . The calling tone ceases and REMOTE stops flashing and [...]

4 -17 Operation with a Full Function Handset T o cancel the scan, press the CLR key or press FUNC followed by 2/ SCAN. Using All Scan Press the FUNC key followed by the 2/SCAN key The messages MEM and SCAN flash for 3 seconds on the LCD. Before the 3 seconds elapse, press the 2/SCAN key again to begin All Scan. If the 3 seconds elapse before you pr[...]

4 -18 Operation with a Full Function Handset T o start T ri-W atch mode, select the W orking Channel then press the FUNC key followed by the MON/TRI key . The W orking Channel appears on the 7-segment display , the Priority Channel appears on the right-most portion of the dot matrix display , and the W eather Channel appears on the left- most porti[...]

4 -19 Operation with a Full Function Handset Operation When the Signal is Lost or Becomes Invalid If positional data that was previously detected becomes invalid or is no longer detected, the radio monitors the NMEA line for 1 minute for it to be restored. If a signal is restored on the NMEA line and the radio determines the data is valid, the data[...]

4 -20 Operation with a Full Function Handset DSC transmission and reception occurs on Channel 70. When the DSC signal is received, the unit quickly switches over to Channel 70 and performs the corresponding operation. Y ou will not receive a DSC call if the radio is transmitting or receiving a non-DSC call. Note: An MMSI number is required to opera[...]

4 -21 Operation with a Full Function Handset 3 . Scroll with the SQ UP/DOWN keys to select the method for inputting the MMSI number , either from the Phonebook or manually . Press ENT . ENT Alternates with each click of the SQ UP/DOWN key 4 . Select the MMSI number . BY PHONEBOOK: Scroll with the SQ UP/DOWN keys, select the name associated with the[...]

4 -22 Operation with a Full Function Handset Note: The working channel selected for the Individual Call is inserted as the working channel as long as it is an inter-ship simplex channel. If it is not, the radio selects the next higher simplex channel to insert as the working channel. ENT SQ UP/ DOWN 6 . Press the ENT key again. A prompt appears on [...]

4 -23 Operation with a Full Function Handset NO ACK Scrolls every second 3 min PTT PTT 4 .4 . 1 6 . 2 Individual Call to Shore Station (Ship-to-Shore) T o call a shore station, you must select the specific MMSI number . The MMSI number can be entered manually or selected from a Phonebook list of preprogrammed numbers. Channel 16 is automatically as[...]

4 -24 Operation with a Full Function Handset ENT SQ UP/ DOWN ENT Use SQ UP/DOWN key to scroll through list of MMSI nicknames. Press ENT when desired selection is displayed. 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 entri[...]

4 -25 Operation with a Full Function Handset Response If a response is received after pressing the PTT key , a receive-confirmation message is displayed. After 5 seconds have elapsed, the channel is shifted to a communication channel and the Individual Call is completed. ACK 5 sec If no response is received for 3 minutes after pressing the PTT key [...]

4 -26 Operation with a Full Function Handset If ENT is pressed, the alarm is turned off, and a new prompt appears on the display , instructing you to press the PTT key . Press PTT to transmit an acknowledgment (ACK). If PTT is not pressed within 5 seconds of the prompt appearing, the transmission is done automatically . Pressing the PTT key causes [...]

4 -27 Operation with a Full Function Handset 4 . When GROUP appears, press the ENT key . GrP appears on the 7- segment display and the registered Group MMSI number appears on the dot matrix display . IND V ENT Only appears if Group MMSI number is set up via DSC Operation in Menu Mode Group MMSI number Note: Since only one group MMSI number can be r[...]

4 -28 Operation with a Full Function Handset 4 .4 . 1 6 . 5 Receiving a Group Call When a Group Call is received, the DSC indicator flashes, Grp appears on the 7-segment display , and the DSC Received Alert is sounded. On the dot matrix display appears the message RECEIVED GRP CALL, along with the type of call: ROUTINE, SAFETY , or URGENCY . If the[...]

4 -29 Operation with a Full Function Handset 4 .4 .1 6. 6 T r ansmitting 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 situation is not serious enough for a Distress Call. This call should only be used if hailing for assistance on channel 9 or 16 fails. The RA Y215 can tran[...]

4 -30 Operation with a Full Function Handset 4 . 4 . 1 6 . 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 press ENT to accept or CLR to log the call. The alert and the displayed message conti[...]

4 -31 Operation with a Full Function Handset 2 . Continue to hold the DISTRESS key for the duration of the countdown. An alert tone is sounded at one-second intervals. press DISTRESS Countdown starts 1 second after pressing DISTRESS key. The types of DISTRESS can be selected by releasing the key before the Countdown is completed. Note: If you fail [...]

4 -32 Operation with a Full Function Handset CLR Flashing When the CLR key is pressed, the unit exits the DSC mode continues monitoring Channel 16 on high power . Regardless of the handset state, the DSC Distress alert is sounded at maximum volume on the external speaker , even if the volume knob has been rotated all the way OFF . Y ou can mute the[...]

4 -33 Operation with a Full Function Handset T o make a Distr ess 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. On the dot matrix display , the message FIRE [...]

4-34 Operation with a Full Function Handset 5 . When this prompt appears, release the DISTRESS key . The unit is switched to Channel 16, displays the message A W AIT ACK, and monitors channel 70 for an acknowledgment. release DISTRESS dSr stops flashing and the distress alarm sounds continuously . The unit retransmits the DISTRESS call at random in[...]

4 -35 Operation with a Full Function Handset The DSC Distress Alarm and displayed message continue until either ENT or CLR are pressed. Pressing ENT stores the contents of the call in the log and switches the radio to Channel 16. Pressing CLR also logs the call but then reverts the radio to the mode before receiving the Distress call. ENT If CLR is[...]

4 -36 Operation with a Full Function Handset 4.4.16.11 Using the DSC Log The RA Y215 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 to 10 calls. If more than ten DSC calls o[...]

4 -37 Operation with a Full Function Handset 4.5 Menu Operation The menu operation is used for making various settings and confirming the current state. The operation is roughly divided in three functions as follows: Function Function Function Function Function Purpose Purpose Purpose Purpose Purpose 1. NA VST A Indicates the information input from[...]

4 -38 Operation with a Full Function Handset 4.5.2 NA VS T A T 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 4.5.3.2. T o view curr ent position information: 1 . Press the FUNC key followed by the MENU key to ini[...]

4 -39 Operation with a Full Function Handset 4.5.3 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 . T o initiate the DSC operation: 1 . Press the FUNC key followed by the MENU key to initiate the [...]

4 -40 Operation with a Full Function Handset 4.5.3.1 Se le ct in g D is tr ess Call T ype (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. T o select the nature of the distr ess that will be included with the call: 1 . As described in[...]

4 -41 Operation with a Full Function Handset 4.5.3.2 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 hours to remind you to update your position. 1 [...]

4 -42 Operation with a 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 Flashing press ENT Flashing[...]

4 -43 Operation with a Full Function Handset 4.5.3.3 M odifying the MMSI Number List (PHNBOOK) This operation is used to modify the “phonebook” lists of MMSI numbers used for DSC Individual Calls. T wo lists are available: one for Ship stations and one for Shore stations. Each list allows you to register the MMSI number and nickname for up to 2[...]

4 -44 Operation with a 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 S tations to the List T o add to the phonebook list for ship stations, input the MMSI number and nickname of the station. 1 . T o enter the MMS[...]

4 -45 Operation with a 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 display ed exits Menu mode without registering the station. Pressing ENT while "Y[...]

4 -46 Operation with a Full Function Handset Modifying the List of Shore S tations In this operation, a shore (coast) station is registered (added) to or deleted from the phonebook list. 1 . When SHORE is displayed, press the ENT key . SHO appears on the 7- segment display , while on the dot matrix display shows ENTR Y . 2 . The ENTR Y selection is[...]

4 -47 Operation with a Full Function Handset 3 . When the message CONT? Y appears, press the ENT key to submit the registration. If no nickname is to be registered, press the ENT key for all characters so that they all display a “–”. ENT 1-8 0 ENT ENT 7/PQRS (twice) 2/ABC ENT ENT ENT T o DELETE mode Flashing Flashing Flashing Flashing Flashin[...]

4 -48 Operation with a Full Function Handset Deleting Shore S tations from the List When the shore station phonebook is selected, the oldest MMSI number or nickname flashes on the dot matrix display . 1 . Press the SQ UP/DOWN key to scroll through the registered stations until the station to be deleted is displayed. 2 . Press the ENT key; the messa[...]

3-49 Operation with a Full Function Handset Entering a Group MMSI Number T o enter a Group MMSI number, select ENTR Y 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 enters that value then advances to t[...]

4 -50 Operation with a Full Function Handset 4.5.4 Setting the MMSI Number This operation stores the MMSI number required for DSC communications, including distress calls. Y ou can request an MMSI number when you apply for a radio license. If your vessel does not require a license, you may obtain an MMSI by contacting either BoatUS (www .boatus.com[...]

4 -51 Operation with a Full Function Handset Pressing the following keys initiate the corresponding operation: Keys Keys Keys Keys Keys 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 item to the next one without changing the nume[...]

4 -52 Operation with a Full Function Handset T o exit without making changes at any time, press and hold CLR for 3 seconds. Flashing Flashing Flashing ENT ENT Input MMSI number using numeric keypad ENT ENT ENT re-enter MMSI No. ENT ENT[...]

5-1 Maintenance Section 5 Maintenance 5 . 1 How to Contact Raymarine The RA Y215 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 the US T echnical Support 1-800-539-5539 ext. 2444, or 1-603-881-5200 ext. 2444 Y ou can reac[...]

5-2 Maintenance Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth, Hampshire England PO3 5TD T el +44 (0) 23 9269 3611 Fax +44 (0) 23 9269 4642 T echnical Support T e l +44 (0) 23 9269 361 1 Fax +44 (0) 23 9269 4642 The T echnical Services Department handles inquiries concerning installation, operation, fault diagnosis and repair . Accessories and Parts [...]

5-3 Maintenance 5.2 Preventative Maintenance The RA Y215 has been constructed to be virtually maintenance free. Y our 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 with a tissue or soft non-abrasive cloth. CAUTION Do[...]

5-4 Maintenance 5.3.2 Receiver Channels All available US, International, Canadian VHF Marine Band Frequency Range 15 6 .025 to 163.275 MHz in 25 kHz increments Frequency Stability +/- 10 PPM (+/- 0.001%) from -20 °C to +50 °C Usable Sensitivity 0.23 µ V @ 12dB SINAD Threshold 1. 0 µ full squelch Adjacent Channel Rejection 70dB Spurious Image Re[...]

5-5 Maintenance Optional Full Function Handset (FFHS) Height 6.81 inches (173 mm) W idth 2.25 inches (57 mm) Depth 1.1 inches (28 mm) W eight Approx. 0.30 lbs (138 g) Optional FFHS Cradle Height 1.97 inches (50 mm) W idth 2.52 inches (64 mm) Length 4.02 inches (102.1 mm) W eight Approx. 0.15 lbs (70 g) (without cables) Optional FFHS External Speake[...]

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5 -7 Maintenance 5.4 Drawings Assembly Drawing[...]

5 - 8 Maintenance Block Diagra m RF PCB[...]

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5 -1 0 Maintenance Front PCB Micr ophone PCB[...]

6 -1 Appendix Section 6 Appendix 6. 1 FCC Licensing Requirements Raymarine radios comply with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requirements that regulate marine VHF radio usage for the US. Marine VHF radio users in the US must comply with all applicable FCC rules and regulations, some of which are described here. This information was cur[...]

6 -2 Appendix Operator License Operator License Operator License Operator License Operator License An Operator License is not required to operate a VHF Marine Radio within US territorial waters. However , a license is required to operate the radio if you dock in a foreign port (including Canada and Mexico) or leave a foreign port to dock in a U.S. [...]

6 -3 Appendix Emergency Calling Monitoring Intership Safety U .S . Coast Guard Navigation Port Operation Noncommercial Commercial Marine Operator State Control Environmental Weather 6 . 2 Marine VHF Channel Usage Guide[...]

6 -4 Appendix Emergency Channel 16 If: • Y our ship is sinking, or on fire • Someone has been lost overboard • There exists grave and imminent danger Use this distress procedure: • Select Channel 16 • Say "Mayday , Mayday , Mayday ." • Give call sign and boat name • Give location of boat • Describe emergency • If no answ[...]

6 -5 Appendix Monitoring Channel 16 and W orking Channel When - your VHF station is turned on and it is not being used to exchange communications Y ou Must - monitor channel 16 As an operating convenience, many stations employ a second receiver so that they can monitor a working channel and channel 16 simultaneously . Intership Safety Channel: 6 V [...]

6 -6 Appendix U.S. Coast Guard Channel: 2 2A V essels: A n y Use: W orking channel for exchange of communications with stations of the U.S. Coast Guard. Between: Ship to U.S. Coast Guard ship, coast to aircraft stations Comments: U.S. Coast Guard does not regularly monitor this channel. Establish contact on channel 16 and shift to channel 22A as di[...]

6 -7 Appendix Port Operations Channels: 1A, 5A, 12, 14, 20A, 65A, 66A, 73, 74, 77 V essels: A n y Use: Messages relating to the operational handling, movement and safety of vessels in or near ports, locks and waterways. Between: Ship-to ship or ship-to- coast Comments: Channel 77 is limited to communications to and from commercial pilots concerning[...]

6 -8 Appendix Commercial Channels: 7A, 8, 9, 10, 11, 18A, 19A, 67, 79A, 80A, 88A V essels: Those used primarily for commercial transport of persons or goods, or engaged in servicing other vessels Use: Communications pertaining to the purpose for which the vessel is used Between: Commercial transport vessels (ship-to-ship) or between commercial tran[...]

6 -9 Appendix S tate Control Channel: 1 7 V essels: State and local government Use: Coordination, regulation and control of boating activities and the rendering of assistance to vessels. Between: Ship and coast stations associated with state and local governments. Environmental Channel: 1 5 V essels: Any (receive only) Use: Broadcast of information[...]

6 -10 Appendix W eather Channels: WX0—WX9 V essels: A n y Use: Continuous weather information from NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) Between: One-way broadcast from NOAA to any interested parties Comments: Receive only . Y ou are not permitted to transmit on these frequencies.[...]

6 -11 Appendix PHONETIC ALPHABET: T o help make call letters more clearly understood, and to assist in spelling out similar sounding or unfamiliar words, radiotelephone users employ the international phonetic alphabet. Phonetic Alphabet: A - ALPHA B - BRA VO C - CHARLIE D - DEL T A E - ECHO F - FOX-TROT G - GOLF H - HOTEL I - INDIA J - JULIET K - K[...]

6 -12 Appendix International Mode International Mode International Mode International Mode International Mode Channel F requency (MHz) Number T X R X 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 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Hi, Lo 04[...]

6 -13 Appendix Channel F requency (MHz) Number T X R X 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 Operator) Hi, Lo 27 157.350 161.950 Public Corre[...]

6 -14 Appendix Channel F requency (MHz) Number T X R X 87A 157.375 157.375 Public Correspondence, Port Operations Hi, Lo 88A 157.425 157.425 Public Correspondence, Port Operations Hi, Lo Notes: 1. For channels 15 and 17, output power is fixed at 1 watt only . T ransmission at high power is not permitted. 2. Channel 70 is used for Digital Selective [...]

6 -15 Appendix Canadian Mode Canadian Mode Canadian Mode Canadian Mode Canadian Mode Channel F requency (MHz) Number T X R X 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 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Hi, Lo 04A 156.200 156.200 P acifi[...]

6 -16 Appendix Channel F requency (MHz) Number T X RX 28 157.400 162.000 Public Correspondence on P acific Coast Hi, Lo 60 156.025 160.625 Public Correspondence Hi, Lo 61 A 156.075 156.075 Pacific Coast: Canadian Coast Guard Hi, Lo East Coast: Commercial Fishing Only 62A 156.125 156.125 P acific Coast: Canadian Coast Guard Hi, Lo East Coast: Commer[...]

6 -17 Appendix Notes: 1. For channel 13, output power is fixed at 1 watt (low power) by regulation. In an emer gency , 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 25 watts while both keys are pressed. After MON/1/25 is released, power returns to 1 w[...]

6 -18 Appendix US MODE US MODE US MODE US MODE US MODE Channel F requency (MHz) Number T X R X 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 P ort Operations, VTS in selected areas Hi, Lo 06 156.300 156.300 Intership Safety Hi, Lo 07A 156[...]

6 -19 Appendix Channel F requency (MHz) Number T X R X 66 A 156.325 156.325 Port Operations Hi, Lo 67 1 1 1 1 1 156.375 156.375 Commercial, Bridge-to-Bridge (Intership) Lo only 68 156.425 156.425 Non-Commercial Hi, Lo 69 156.475 156.475 Non-Commercial Hi, Lo 71 156.575 156.575 Non-Commercial Hi, Lo 72 156.625 156.625 Non-Commercial (Intership Only)[...]

6 -20 Appendix Weather Channels and Frequencies CH RX F requency T ype of T raffic T ransmission T ype 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 7 162.525 Weather Receive only 8 161.650 Weather Receive only[...]

Document Number: R49013 Raymarine Ltd. Anchorage Park Portsmouth, Hampshire England PO3 5TD +44 (0)23 9269 3611 +44 (0)23 9269 4642 fax www .raymarine.com Raymarine Inc. 22 Cotton Road, Unit D Nashua, NH 03063-4219 USA 603-881-5200 603-864-4756 fax www .raymarine.com R ay2 1 5[...]