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RA Y230 & RA Y230E Modular VHF Radio Owner’ s Handbook Document number: R49006_2 Date: December 2001[...]

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iii Purpose This handbook contains very important information on the installation, operation, and maintenance of your RA Y230 US version or RA Y230E European version VHF radio. T o get the best results in operation and performance, please take the time to read this handbook thoroughly . RA Y230 US V ersion Raymarine radios comply with the Federal C[...]

iv 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. port. Y ou [...]

v RA Y230E European V ersion The RA Y230E is a VHF radiotelephone that includes equipment for Class “D” Digital Selective Calling. It is intended for general communication within the Maritime Mobile Service worldwide and is for use on non- SOLAS vessels. License License License License License Regulations in some areas require that you obtain a[...]

vi Y our Raymarine VHF radio generates and radiates radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy (EME). This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in this handbook. Failure to do so can result in personal injury and/or product malfunction. Antenna Mounting and EME Exposure Antenna Mounting and EME Exp[...]

vii Certific ate No. RT008 We Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmou th Hampshire England P03 5TD declare, under our s ole responsibility, that the prod ucts identified in this declaration, and to which this declaration relates, are in conformity with the essentia l requirements of European Parliament and Council Directive: 1999/5/EC on radi o e[...]

viii T able of Contents Section 1 General Description 1 . 1 Introduction ............................................................................. 1 - 1 1 . 2 Equipment Features ................................................................. 1 - 1 Section 2 Installation 2 . 1 Unpacking and Inspection ..........................................[...]

ix 3.5.12 Multi-Call Operation (RA Y230E only) ....................... 3-19 3.5.13 Channel Memory ....................................................... 3-19 3.5.14 Setting the Transmission Power Output ................... 3-20 3.5.15 Desensitized Reception (Local Mode) ...................... 3-20 3.5.16 LCD Backlight Function ....................[...]

x 3.5.30.4.2 MMSI Number Set Up ....................................... 3-67 3.5.30.4.3 Siren Set Up ...................................................... 3-69 3.5.30.5 Setting Operation (RA Y230E) ............................ 3-71 3.5.30.5.1 Intercom Set Up ................................................ 3-72 3.5.30.5.2 A TIS Number Set Up .....[...]

xi Glossary of T erms All Scan ........................... Scans all channels A TIS ................................ Automatic Transmission Identification System; used for inland waterways in some European countries Canadian Channels ......... Channel designator as defined by Industry Canada Carrier W ave ................... A Radio Frequency on wh[...]

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1-1 General Description Section 1 General Description 1.1 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of Raymarine’ s RA Y230 US version or RA Y230E European version fixed-mount marine radiotelephone. In this document, the terms “RA Y230/E” and “RA Y230/RA Y230E” refer to both versions of the radiotelephone. The RA Y230/RA Y230E is a mi[...]

1-2 General Description Exclusive Features of the RA Y230 US Version • Built-in DSC in accordance with standard SC-101 • Exclusive circuit that automatically selects 16 or 9 as the Priority Channel when the radio is turned on • Dedicated key for changing the Priority Channel (16/9) • Exclusive weather alert feature (when in monitor mode) Ex[...]

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. The original packing material should be used in the unlikely event it is necessary to return the unit to the[...]

2-2 Installation 2. 3 Planning the Installation When planning the installation of your RA Y230/E, the following conditions should be considered to ensure dependable and trouble-free operation. Mount the Base Station T ransceiver , Handset cradle(s), and External Speaker(s) using the Mounting T emplates provided. The Base Station Transceiver is desi[...]

2-3 Installation Base Station T ransceiver 197 (7.76) 200 (7.87) 228 (8.98) 67 (2.63) 1.78 (7.04) External Speaker Unit Cradle Unit 84 (3.31) 110 (4.33) 25 (.98) 65 (2.56) 70 (2.76) 114 (4.49) Figure 2-2 Outline and Mounting Dimensions All dimensions are shown in millimeters and (inches)[...]

2-4 Installation 2.4 Electrical Connections 2.4.1 DC Power and Hailer/NMEA Cable Connections The 6-foot-long power cable is a multipurpose assembly containing three wire-pairs for connections to DC power , NMEA input, and the Hailer Horn speaker . Connections to the 6-pin connector are as follows: In most cases the length of the power cable should [...]

2-5 Installation Y our RA Y230/E radio 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 recommended that lugs b[...]

2-6 Installation 2.4.3 NMEA Data The RA Y230/E 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 white (NMEA+) and black (NMEA-) wires in the Power/Hailer/NMEA cable. An[...]

2-7 Installation The junction box includes: • SeaT alk cable and connector to attach to display unit • Power cable to connect to 12 V power (if required) • Input connections to connect SeaT alk cable from external equipment • Spare connections for another instrument The illustration below shows how to connect the junction box. Core Black (s[...]

2-8 Installation 2.4.6 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[...]

3-1 Operations Section 3 Operations 3.1 Introduction The RA Y230 has the capability to transmit and receive on all available US, Canadian, and International Marine VHF radiotelephone channels. The RA Y230E can transmit and receive on all available International and US Marine VHF radiotelephone channels. There are channels that are FCC approved but [...]

3-2 Operations 3 . 2 Controls and LCD Display 3.2.1 Controls  INDV key Switches to the DSC Individual Ships Call mode for initiating ship-to- ship or ship-to-shore calls using a specific MMSI number . Descriptions of these operations appear below in sections 3.5.26.1 and 3.5.26.2. Note: An MMSI number is required to operate the DSC equipment in [...]

3-3 Operations % MON/TRI key S tarts the Dual-W atch monitor mode. Pressing the FUNC key followed by the MON/TRI key initiates the T ri-W atch monitor mode. & 1/MEM key This key inputs the number 1. When an alphanumeric response is appropriate, this key alternates between entering a 1 and a space. If the channel number indicated on the LCD disp[...]

3-4 Operations  ! 5 key (RA Y230 only) This key inputs the number 5. When an alphanumeric response is appropriate, each press of this key alternately inputs the characters 5, J, K, then L.  " 5/PRIV key (RA Y230E only) This key inputs the number 5. When an alphanumeric response is appropriate, each press of this key alternately inputs th[...]

3-5 Operations  ' 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 .  */HAIL key This key inputs an asterisk (*). P[...]

3-6 Operations $ Channel UP/ DOWN switch Pressing this switch during normal operation changes the channel number UP or DOWN. % PTT (Press-to-Talk) switch Pressing this switch during normal operation places the radio in Transmit mode and displays the TX indicator in the LCD. When the switch is pressed in various function modes, the assigned operatio[...]

3-7 Operations FUNC indicator Displayed when the FUNC key is pressed. Disappears when another key is pressed, or after no other key is pressed for a period of time. ! WX indicator Displayed while in W eather Channel mode. For the RA Y230E, this indicator only appears in the US frequency mode, if this feature has been activated. " TX indicator [...]

3-8 Operations  # 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 current squelch level. A deeper squelch displays a larger number of seg[...]

3-9 Operations Note: An MMSI number is required to operate the DSC equipment in this radio. Y ou can pr ogram the MMSI number yourself one time only using the Menu Operation described in section 3.5.30.4.2 or you can have your Raymarine dealer program the number for you. 9. NMEA Receiving Operation Positional information from external equipment is [...]

3-10 Operations 2. Private Channel Operation If you are licensed to do so, you can program up to ten Private Channels. 3. Multi-call Operation The Multi-Call function stores your favorite channels in memory for quick access. 4. Weather Channel Access Operation The RA Y230E is programmed to receive 10 NOAA weather channels and sounds an alarm if a W[...]

3-11 Operations 13. ATIS Operation When operating in inland waterways, many European countries require automatic identification transmission, in accordance with ETS300 698. The RA Y230E has the capability of activating this A TIS function. This radio is also equipped with “A TIS Killer” to squelch unwanted electrical noise associated with A TIS[...]

3-12 Operations 3. 4 Equipment Connections Note: Before the radio can recognize that a handset has been plugged into any of the three HANDSET ports, you must cycle the base station OFF and ON again, even if only moving the handset fr om one port to another .[...]

3-13 Operations 3. 5 Operating Procedures W ith the RA Y230 and RA Y230E, all operations are made on the Handset except turning ON/OFF the main power supply and adjusting the sound volume of the External Speaker . 3.5.1 T urning ON/ OFF the Power Supply T o power on the RA Y230/E: 1 . Press the POWER switch on the base station transceiver (main uni[...]

3-14 Operations 3.5.2 Setting the V olume Setting the V olume on the Handset 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. The number of segments in [...]

3-15 Operations 3.5.5 Setting the Frequency Mode (RA Y230) Select the channel frequency group to be used: US, International, or Canadian. Indicators displayed in the LCD identify the active frequency group: US for the US frequency group, INT for the International group, and CAN for the Canadian group. Changing the Frequency Group Pressing the FUNC [...]

3-16 Operations 3.5.6 Setting the Frequency Mode (RA Y 230E) Select the channel frequency group to be used from either US or International. Indicators displayed in the LCD identify the active frequency group: US for the US frequency group or INT for the International group. Note: Access to the US frequency group is only available with a software up[...]

3-17 Operations 3.5.8 Selecting the Channel T wo methods are available for selecting the channel: inputting the channel with the numeric keypad then pressing the ENT key or using the Channel UP/DOWN switch on the side of the handset. Both methods are applicable to the three frequency groups on the W orking Channel. Using the Channel UP/DOWN Switch [...]

3-18 Operations The RA Y230E has ten Private Channels (P1–P10) available. However , only certain Private Channels can be used within each country . The following table lists which channels have been allocated for use within your country . Priv Priv Priv Priv Priv ate Channel F ate Channel F ate Channel F ate Channel F ate Channel F requency Chann[...]

3-19 Operations 3.5.12 Multi-Call Operation (RA Y230E only) The Multi-Call function stores your favorite channels in memory for quick access. If you have had optional access to the US frequency group installed, separate Multi-Call channels are available for both the US and International frequency groups. When the frequency group is changed, the rad[...]

3-20 Operations S torage in memory of W eather Channels or the Private Channels is disabled. When storage of these channels is attempted, the registration is terminated and an error alert tone sounds. S toring Channels in Memory From the W orking Channel mode, select the channel to be stored. Press the FUNC key followed by the 1/MEM key . The MEM i[...]

3-21 Operations The next time the radio is powered on, the backlight state of the handset is recalled and applied. Separate backlight settings are retained for each handset. When selecting the DIM OFF setting or pressing any key while in DIM OFF mode, the display is lit at the DIM LOW setting for 5 seconds and then turned off. This is so that you c[...]

3-22 Operations Manu. Fog Pressing the PTT switch sounds a 500 Hz tone. Auto Fog Every 115 seconds, the unit sounds a 500 Hz tone for 5 seconds duration. Siren Pressing the PTT switch sounds one of 4 siren sounds that are set up in the Menu mode (see section 3.5.30.4.3). The following table lists the four siren sounds and the procedure for emitting[...]

3-23 Operations 3.5.19 DTMF Interface Operation (Optional) A cellular fixed wireless terminal (such as the RA YCOM Fixed Cellular W ireless T erminal) or other radio communications device with a Dual T one Multi-Frequency (DTMF) interface (such as some Inmarsat Mini-M’ s) can be connected to the RA Y230 or RA Y230E, using an optional interface to[...]

3-24 Operations Notes: • The station number can be changed to any name up to a length of 9 letters using the Menu operation. For the details, refer to Section 3.5.30 Menu Operation. • Intercom operation is a duplex operation (much like the telephone in your house), so communication can be performed without pressing the PTT switch. • Although [...]

3-25 Operations Note: If the call is not answered within 1 minute, the call is terminated and the dot matrix display is returned to its previous state. T o exit Intercom mode, hang the handset on the cradle, press the CLR key , or again press FUNC followed by 0/IC. 3.5.21 Scan Mode During Scan mode, the RA Y230/RA Y230E searches through the channel[...]

3-26 Operations 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 press the 2/SCAN key , the radio will enter Memory Scan. Pressing the 2/SCAN key or the CLR key during th[...]

T o start Tri-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 portion of the dot matrix display . T o end T ri-W [...]

3-28 Operations Note: Normally , when Handset 1 is removed fr om the cradle, it automatically takes priority from either of the other two Handsets. In some instances, though, it may be necessary to press and hold the CLR key for 3 seconds befor e Handset 1 r egains priority . Operation S tates Since it has highest priority , key operation is always[...]

3-29 Operations 4 . Handset 1 is Off-Hook while other stations are On-Hook Handset 1 Handset 2 Handset 3 OFF-Hook On-Hook On-Hook Operation possible Operation disabled Operation disabled 5 . Handset 1 is Off-Hook while another Handset is Off-Hook Handset 1 Handset 2 Handset 3 OFF-Hook On-Hook OFF-Hook Operation possible Operation disabled Operation[...]

3-30 Operations 1 . If all Handsets are On-Hook Handset1 Handset 2 Handset 3 2 . If only Handset 1 is Off-Hook Handset 1 Handset 2 Handset 3 3 . If only Handset 2 is Off-Hook. Handset 1 Handset 2 Handset 3 3.5.24 NMEA Operation The RA Y230/RA Y230E can receive valid position and time information, which are transmitted during a DSC Distress call. Th[...]

3-31 Operations Operation at Power Up At power up, the SeaT alk line is monitored for 1 minute. If a signal is detected, the radio determines whether the data is valid. If valid, the data is input, the NMEA indicator is displayed on the LCD of all handsets, and the radio enters normal operation mode. The radio assumes all future data is to be recei[...]

3-32 Operations If a signal is restored on the last detected line (SeaT alk or NMEA) and the radio determines the data is valid, the data is input, the NMEA indicator remains illuminated, and the radio re-enters normal operation mode. However , if no signal is detected, the NMEA indicator flashes and a 5- second-long staccato alert tone is emitted.[...]

3-33 Operations Note: An MMSI number is required to operate the Digital Selective Calling (DSC) equipment in this radio. Y ou can pr ogram the MMSI number yourself one time only using the Menu Operation described in section 3.5.30.4.2. Otherwise, your Raymarine dealer can program or change the number for you. 3.5.26.1 Individual Call to Another Shi[...]

3-34 Operations 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 desired MMSI number , and press the ENT key . If the MMSI number is not listed in phonebook, the display reverts to manual input. ENT Use SQ UP/DOWN key to scroll throug[...]

3-35 Operations ENT ENT MMSI number or nickname is displayed 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 will scroll you through the simplex channels usable for this operation. Response If a response is received after pressing[...]

3-36 Operations 3.5.26.2 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 specified using the MENU function described in section 3.5.30.3.3. Channel 16 is automatically assigned for [...]

3-37 Operations OR Manually input the MMSI number with the numeric keypad, then press the ENT key . ENT numeric keypad Flashing Flashing 6 . Press ENT again. A prompt appears on the display instructing you to press the PTT switch. 7 . Press PTT to transmit. ENT With manual input, MMSI number would be displayed Response If a response is received aft[...]

3-38 Operations 3 .5 .2 6 .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 type of call. There are three types of Individual calls: ROUTINE for no[...]

3-39 Operations 3 .5 . 2 6 . 4 T ransmitting a Group Call Y ou can send and receive DSC calls from groups of stations that share the same MMSI number . There are three types: ROUTINE for normal calls, SAFETY for advisory alerts, and URGENCY for assistance when life is not in immediate danger . The RA Y230/230E can receive all three types of Group c[...]

3-40 Operations 8 . If this information is correct, press ENT to accept. A new message appears, prompting you to press the PTT switch. 9 . Press PTT . The radio changes over to the selected W orking Channel without waiting for acknowledgment. ENT ENT MMSI number Select Working Chanel with SQ UP/DOWN key Scrolls between Working Chanel and MMSI numbe[...]

3-41 Operations Scrolls every second Receiving ENT MMSI number is displayed if the nickname is not registered in the list. 3 .5 .2 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[...]

3-42 Operations 3 . 5 . 2 6 . 7 Receiving an All Ships Call When receiving an All Ships Call, the unit's manner of response depends on the type of call received. When an URGENCY call is received, the DSC Distress alert is sounded. The LCD displays a message that an URGENCY call is being received, along with the sender's MMSI number , and [...]

3-43 Operations 3 .5 . 2 6 . 8 T ransmitting a Distr ess Call T wo types of Distress Calls can be made: one that specifies the type of distress and one that does not. Unspecified Distress Call T o 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 b[...]

3-44 Operations 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 message and alert are repeated until the CLR key is pressed. CLR Flashing Wh[...]

3-45 Operations 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 appears. press and release DI[...]

3-46 Operations hold DISTRESS Note: If you fail to hold the button for the full 5 seconds, the DISTRESS call will be cancelled. After the 5 seconds have elapsed, the message RELEASE appears, prompting you to release the key . 5 . When this prompt appears, release the DISTRESS key . The unit is switched to Channel 16, displays the message A W AIT AC[...]

3-47 Operations 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 . 3 . 5 . 2 6 . 9 Receiving a Distress Call When a Distress call is received, the DSC indicator flashes, dSr appears on [...]

3-48 Operations 3.5.26.10 Receiving a Distress Relay Call Sometimes a ship’ s distress call can be relayed from another ship or a shore station. The RA Y230 can only receive a Relayed Distress call that has been addressed to All Ships. When a Relayed Distress call is received, the DSC indicator flashes, dSr appears on the 7-segment display , and [...]

3-49 Operations 3.5.27 A TIS Oper ation (RA Y230E only) The RA Y230E comes equipped with Automatic T ransmission Identification System (A TIS) capability for inland waterway requirements in Europe. W ith A TIS enabled, each time the PTT switch is pressed your station ID is sent at the end of the transmission. Before utilizing this feature, you must[...]

3-50 Operations 5. DSC T ransmission Alert This sound is emitted from the external speaker to notify that the DSC code is being sent after transmission is completed. The alert is sounded at maximum volume regardless of the volume setting. 6. W eather Alert This sound is made at the detection of a NOAA W eather Alert. The alert is sounded from the e[...]

3-51 Operations 12 . Siren 1 ("Hi-Lo" Sound) Select this sound option under Siren in the Menu operation. While in Fog/Siren mode, pressing and holding the PTT switch emits a continuous "Hi-Lo" sound from the Hailer Horn speaker at the selected volume. Releasing PTT , the Hi-Lo sound stops. 13. Siren 2 (Siren Sound) Select this s[...]

3-52 Operations 3 .5 . 3 0 . 1 Selecting the Menu Operation T o initiate the Menu function: 1 . Press the FUNC key followed by the MENU key . Mn appears on the 7- segment display and NA VST A T is shown on the dot matrix display . 2 . T o scroll through these first level menu items, press the SQ UP/DOWN key . The indicators alternate between NA VST[...]

3-53 Operations 3 .5 . 3 0 . 2 NA VSTA T Operation This operation indicates on the LCD display the position information that has been input via NMEA or SeaT alk or has been manually input using the LL/ENT function. T o view curr ent position information: 1 . Press the FUNC key followed by the MENU key to initiate the Menu operation. 2 . Select NA V[...]

3-54 Operations 3 .5 . 3 0 . 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 Menu operation. 2 . [...]

3-55 Operations 3.5.30.3.1 S el ec ti n g D is tr ess Call T ype (NA TURE) 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 section 3.5.30.3 DSC Op[...]

3-56 Operations 3. The subject items can be changed in the following order . Numeric values that can be changed are flashing: 1 . Degrees of lat at ten ’ s place 8 . Minutes of lon at ten ’ s place 2 . Degrees of lat at unit's place 9 . Minutes of lon at unit's place 3 . Minutes of lat at ten ’ s place 10 . Hours of UTC at ten ’ s[...]

3-57 Operations 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[...]

3-58 Operations 3.5.30.3.3 Modifying the MMSI Number List (PHNBOOK) This operation is used to modify the "phonebook" lists of MMSI numbers used for DSC Individual Calls. 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 20 Ship and 20 Shore s[...]

3-59 Operations 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 MMSI number, press the correspon[...]

3-60 Operations ENT ENT 0 ENT 7/PQRS 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 station. Pressing ENT while "Y" is displayed registers the stat[...]

3-61 Operations Modifying the List of Shore S tations In this operation, a shore (coast) station is 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 used to add an item to the list. Press th[...]

3-62 Operations T o go back by 1 digit, press the CLR key . 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 2/ABC ENT ENT ENT To DELETE mode Flashing Flashing Flashing Flashing Flashing Flashing If the maximum 20 stations are already registered, this displ[...]

3-63 Operations T o 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 3.5.30.3.4 M odifying the MMSI Group Number (GROUP) This operation modifies the MMSI numb[...]

3-64 Operations Press ENT to register the group and exit the Menu operation. T o exit without registering, press SQ UP/DOWN until DEL? N is displayed. Press the ENT key and operation returns to mode before the Menu operation. ENT numeric keypad ENT Deleting a Group from the List Use the SQ UP/DOWN key to select DELETE. T o delete the contents indic[...]

3-65 Operations 3 .5 . 3 0 . 4 Setting Operation (RA Y230) This operation sets the function features of the unit, the name of the Intercom station, the unit’ s MMSI number , and the call tone/type of the siren. 1 . Press the FUNC key followed by the MENU key to initiate the Menu mode. Mn appears on the 7-segment display and NA VST A T appears on [...]

3-66 Operations 3 . Press the SQ UP/DOWN key scroll to ST A TN 2 and ST A TN 3. The indication on the 7-segment display changes to IC2 or IC3 , respectively . ENT 4 . When the desired station name is displayed, press the ENT key to submit. 5 . T o enter the new station name, use the numeric keys (0 through 9) to input the associated alpha or numeri[...]

3-67 Operations 3.5.30.4.2 M MS I Number Set Up 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) or MariTEL (www .maritelu[...]

3-68 Operations Pressing the following keys initiate the corresponding operation: 4. Input your MMSI number using the numeric keypad. 5 . Press the ENT key . The message ENT - ACCEPT , CLR - EXIT scrolls across the display . Keys Keys Keys Keys Keys Action Action Action Action Action 0 - 9 keys Changes the flashing numeric value, then advances to t[...]

3-69 Operations Flashing Flashing Flashing ENT ENT Input MMSI number using numeric keypad ENT ENT ENT re-enter MMSI No. ENT ENT 3.5.30.4.3 Siren Set Up This operation changes the tone of the siren that sounds from the Hailer Horn speaker when the SIREN option is selected in Fog/Siren mode, as described in Section 3.5.18. CAUTION: The siren sounds a[...]

3-70 Operations 4 . When the desired call tone is heard, press the ENT key to accept. The message CONT? Y is displayed. 5 . Press the ENT key to register the changes. T o exit without making the changes, press the SQ UP/DOWN key until DEL? N is displayed. Press the ENT key and operation returns to the mode before the Menu operation began. ENT ENT P[...]

3-71 Operations 3 .5 . 3 0 . 5 Setting Operation (RA Y230E) This operation sets the function features of the RA Y230E: the name of the Intercom station, the A TIS ID number and on/off state, the MMSI number , the T ri-W atch function, and the call tone type of the siren. 1 . Press the FUNC key followed by the MENU key to initiate the Menu mode. Mn [...]

3-72 Operations 3.5.30.5.1 Intercom Set Up The operation is identical to the Intercom operation described for the RA Y230 in section 3.5.30.4.1. 3.5.30.5.2 M Y A T IS Se t U p This operation stores the A TIS number required for the Automatic Transmission Identification System used in inland waterways of some European countries. Y ou can request an [...]

3-73 Operations 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 numeric value . Advances to the next screen after entering the last (ninth) digit. CLR key Returns [...]

3-74 Operations Flashing Flashing Flashing ENT ENT Input last 9 digits of ATIS number using numeric keypad ENT ENT ENT re-enter ATIS No. ENT ENT 3.5.30.5.3 M Y MMSI Set Up The operation is identical to the MMSI set up operation described for the RA Y230 in section 3.5.30.4.2 MY MMSI Set Up. Note: Regulations in some regions may not permit end users[...]

3-75 Operations 3.5.30.5.4 T ri-Watch Set Up This operation selects whether the W eather Channel is monitored during T ri-W atch state in the US mode or the Multi-Call Channel is monitored during T ri-W atch state in the INT mode. Note: Access to the US frequency group is only available with a software upgrade fr om your dealer . Otherwise this fea[...]

3-76 Operations 3.5.30.5.5 A TI S S et Up This operation determines whether to effect ID transmission of A TIS after the PTT switch is released. T o set the A TIS function: 1 . Per the description in Section 3.5.30.5 Setting Operation (RA Y230E) above, select A TIS. 2 . Press the ENT key . The message A TS is shown on the 7-segment display and A TI[...]

4 -1 Maintenance Section 4 Maintenance 4 .1 How to Contact Raymarine The RA Y230/RA Y320E 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[...]

4 -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[...]

4 -3 Maintenance 4.2 Preventative Maintenance The RA Y230/230E 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. CAUT[...]

4 -4 Maintenance 4.3.2 Receiver Channels All available US, International, and Canadian 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 0.25 µ V for 12 dB (SINAD) Squelch Sensitivity 0.2 µ V or better Threshold 1.0 µ full squelch Adjac[...]

4 -5 Maintenance Handset Height 6.81 inches (173 mm) W idth 2.2 inches (56 mm) Depth 1.1 inches (28 mm) W eight Approx. 0.30 lbs (138 g) 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) External Speaker Height 4.53 inches (115 mm) W idth 4.33 inches (110 mm) [...]

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4 -7 Maintenance 4.4 Drawings Assembly Drawing[...]

4 - 8 Maintenance Block Diagram - RF PCB RF AMP Q21 1st MIX Q22 FILTER F3 1st IF AMP Q23 2nd IF MIX AMP DET IC9 DE-EMPHASIS IC10 16.9MHz BUFF AMP Q25 OSC Q24 MULT 49.54MHz 16.445MHz FILTER F4 70cH AF OUT BUSY 2 TONE DET IC11 1050Hz DET FREQ ADJ 1st MIX Q19 FILTER F1 1st IF AMP Q20 2nd IF MIX AMP DET IC7 21.6MHz BUFF AMP D9 Q14 21.545MHz FILTER F2 A[...]

4 -9 Maintenance Control PCB AF SELECT IC310 DC AMP IC314 VOLUME IC312 IC313 70cH AF ALLcH AF PA MUTE Q307 HAIL-R AMP IC314 SIREN OSC OUT1 OUT2 DATA LINE SELECT IC301-IC304 NMEA I/O PC301 D305 Q308 SEATALK I/O PC302 PC303 HANDSET I/O - 1 IC319 D307 D308 EEPROM IC322 RX DATA SELECT AF PA IC316 2.5V Vref Q304 RESET IC307 REG/SW Vdet VARISTOR FSK MODE[...]

4 -1 0 Maintenance DTMF Interface PCB Wiring Diagram RING DET PC601 HOOK ON/OFF PC602 TRANSFORMER T601 NETWORK RELAY ON/OFF Q601 PHONECELL SX3 L1 L2 L1" L2" RING OUT HOOK OFF B + GND J601 IC601 J602[...]

5 -1 Appendix Section 5 Appendix 5. 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[...]

5 -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. [...]

5 -3 Appendix Emergency Calling Monitoring Intership Safety U .S . Coast Guard Navigation Port Operation Noncommercial Commercial Marine Operator State Control Environmental Weather 5 .2 Marine VHF Channel Usage Guide[...]

5 -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[...]

5 -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 [...]

5 -6 Appendix U.S. Coast Guard Channel: 2 2A V essels: An 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 dir[...]

5 -7 Appendix Port Operations Channels: 1A, 5A, 12, 14, 20, 65A, 66A, 73, 74, 77 V essels: An 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 t[...]

5 -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[...]

5 -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[...]

5 -10 Appendix W eather Channels: WX0—WX9 V essels: An 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.[...]

5 -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[...]

5 -12 Appendix 5 .3 VHF Marine Channels Fr equency T ables International Mode Note: International VHF fr equency usage varies fr om country to country . Ensur e you are familiar with the channel requirements of the country where you are boating befor e using any VHF transceiver . International Mode International Mode International Mode Internationa[...]

5 -13 Appendix Channel Channel Channel Channel Channel F F F F F requency (MHz) requency (MHz) requency (MHz) requency (MHz) requency (MHz) Number Number Number Number Number TX TX TX TX TX RX RX RX RX 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 16[...]

5 -14 Appendix Channe Channe Channe Channe Channe l F F F F F requency (MHz) requency (MHz) requency (MHz) requency (MHz) requency (MHz) Number Number Number Number Number TX TX TX TX TX RX RX RX RX RX 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 ch[...]

5 -15 Appendix Canadian Mode Canadian Mode Canadian Mode Canadian Mode Canadian Mode Channel Channel Channel Channel Channel F F F F F requency (MHz) requency (MHz) requency (MHz) requency (MHz) requency (MHz) Number Number Number Number Number TX TX TX TX TX RX RX RX RX RX 01 156.050 160.650 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Hi, Lo 02 156.10[...]

5 -16 Appendix Channel Channel Channel Channel Channel F F F F F requency (MHz) requency (MHz) requency (MHz) requency (MHz) requency (MHz) Number Number Number Number Number TX TX TX TX TX RX RX RX RX 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 P acific C[...]

5 -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 pr essing 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 [...]

5 -18 Appendix US MODE US MODE US MODE US MODE US MODE Channel Channel Channel Channel Channel F F F F F requency (MHz) requency (MHz) requency (MHz) requency (MHz) requency (MHz) Number Number Number Number Number TX TX TX TX TX RX RX RX RX RX 01A 156.050 156.050 Port Operations and Commercial, Hi, Lo VTS in selected areas 03A 156.150 156.150 US G[...]

5 -19 Appendix Channel Channel Channel Channel Channel F F F F F requency (MHz) requency (MHz) requency (MHz) requency (MHz) requency (MHz) Number Number Number Number Number TX TX TX TX TX RX RX RX RX RX 66A 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-C[...]

5 -20 Appendix Weather Channels and Frequencies CH CH CH CH CH RX F RX F RX F RX F RX F requency requency requency requency requency T T T T T ype of ype of ype of ype of ype of T T T T T raffic raffic raffic raffic raffic T T T T T ransmission ransmission ransmission ransmission ransmission T T T T T ype ype ype ype ype 1 162.550 Weather Receive o[...]

R ay2 30 R ay2 30e Document Number: R49006 Raymarine Ltd. Anchorage Park P ortsmouth, Hampshire England PO3 5TD +44 (0)23 9269 3611 +44 (0)23 9269 4642 fax ww w .raymarine.com Raymarine Inc. 22 Cotton Road, Unit D Nashua, NH 03063-4219 USA 603-881-5200 603-864-4756 fax ww w .raymarine.com[...]