Ray101E Handheld VHF Marine Radio Owner's Handbook Document number: 81230-3 Date: January 2005 3 Contents About this Handbook .............................................................................................7 Important Information .........................................................................................8 Chapter 1: General Information .......................................................................11 1.1 Introduction ......................................................................................... 11 1.2 Features ............................................................................................... 11 1.3 Licensing Requirements ....................................................................... 12 Chapter 2: Installation .......................................................................................13 2.1 Unpacking and Inspection .................................................................... 13 Equipment Supplied ............................................................................. 13 2.2 Attaching the Antenna ......................................................................... 13 2.3 Using the Belt Clip ................................................................................ 14 2.4 Attaching the Wrist Strap ..................................................................... 14 2.5 Battery Usage ...................................................................................... 14 Battery Tray .......................................................................................... 15 Charging Rechargeable Ni-MH Cells ................................................... 17 Charger LED ................................................................................... 18 Storage .......................................................................................... 19 Chapter 3: Getting Started ................................................................................21 3.1 Keypad and Rotary Knobs .................................................................... 21 Rotary Keys .................................................................................... 22 Push Keys ....................................................................................... 22 Description ........................................................................................... 22 1. PWR/VOL ................................................................................... 22 2. SQ .............................................................................................. 22 3. PTT ............................................................................................. 22 4. UP/DOWN .................................................................................. 23 5. Backlight / Keylock ..................................................................... 23 6. 16/PLUS ..................................................................................... 23 7. DW/TRI ....................................................................................... 23 8. Frequency Band (*) .................................................................... 23 9. SCAN / SAVE ............................................................................... 23 10. HI/LO / USER ............................................................................. 23 3.2 LCD Display .......................................................................................... 24 1. (TX) Transmitting .............................................................................. 24 2. (RX) Receiving .................................................................................. 24 3. (USER) Favourite Channel Mode ...................................................... 24 4. (SAVED) Memory Mode .................................................................... 25 5. (P) Priority Mode .............................................................................. 25 6. (SCAN) All Scan/Saved Scan/Priority Scan ........................................ 25 4 Ray101E Handheld VHF Radio 7. (U I C) Channel Set ............................................................................25 8. (B) Receive-only Channel ..................................................................25 9. (A) Simplex Channel .........................................................................25 10. Channel Number ............................................................................25 11. Battery Level ...................................................................................25 12. Keylock ...........................................................................................26 13. Indicators ........................................................................................26 14. Signal Strength ...............................................................................26 Chapter 4: Operating the Radio ........................................................................27 4.1 Turning the Power ON and OFF .............................................................27 4.2 Setting the Volume ...............................................................................27 4.3 Setting the Squelch ...............................................................................28 4.4 Setting the Power Output .....................................................................28 4.5 Setting the Channel ..............................................................................29 4.6 Selecting a Weather Channel (If Available) ...........................................29 Weather Alert Operation (If Available) ...........................................30 4.7 Setting the Frequency Band ..................................................................30 4.8 Selecting Priority Mode ........................................................................31 4.9 Selecting the Favourite (PLUS) Channel ................................................32 Reprogramming the Favourite (PLUS) Channel .....................................32 4.10 Transmitting .........................................................................................33 4.11 Turning On the Backlight ......................................................................34 4.12 Turning On the Keylock .........................................................................34 4.13 Using the Scan Modes ..........................................................................35 All Scan .................................................................................................35 Saved (Memory) Scan ...........................................................................36 Priority All Scan ....................................................................................37 Priority Saved Scan ...............................................................................37 4.14 Adding Channels to Memory ................................................................38 4.15 Using the Monitor Modes .....................................................................39 Dual Watch ...........................................................................................39 Tri Watch ...............................................................................................40 4.16 USER Channel Mode .............................................................................41 4.17 ATIS ID Number ....................................................................................42 Programming the ATIS ID Number ........................................................42 4.18 Resetting Factory Defaults ....................................................................46 Chapter 5: Customer Service ............................................................................47 5.1 How to Contact Raymarine ...................................................................47 On the Internet .....................................................................................47 Customer Support ..........................................................................47 In Europe ..............................................................................................47 Technical Support ...........................................................................48 5 Accessories and Parts ..................................................................... 48 Worldwide Support .............................................................................. 48 Appendix A: Specifications ..............................................................................49 Appendix B: Channel List .................................................................................51 International VHF Marine Radio Channels & Frequencies 51 European Private Channels and Frequencies ........................................ 54 U.S. VHF Marine Radio Channels and Frequencies ............................... 55 Canadian VHF Marine Radio Channels and Frequencies...................... 58 WX Channels (North America only) ...................................................... 63 Appendix C: Glossary ........................................................................................65 Index .............................................................................................67 6 Ray101E Handheld VHF Radio 7 About this Handbook Purpose This handbook describes the Ray101E portable VHF marine radio. The Ray101E provides communications on all International marine channels, pre-set private channels, and (if programmed) all US and Canadian and marine channels. Conventions Used Throughout this handbook, the dedicated (labelled) keys are shown in bold capitals (for example: SCAN/SAVE). The LCD indicators and functions are shown in normal capitals (for example: TX). Operating procedures, which may consist of a single key-press or a sequence of numbered steps, are indicated by an arrow icon shown in the margin. Technical Accuracy To the best of our knowledge, the information in this handbook was correct as it went to press. However, our policy of continuous product improvement and updating may change specifications without prior notice. As a result, unavoidable differences between the product and handbook may occur from time to time. Raymarine cannot accept liability for any inaccuracies or omissions it may contain. For the latest product information visit our website: www.raymarine.com Warranty To register your new Raymarine product, please take a few minutes to fill out the warranty registration card found at the end of this handbook. It is very important that you complete the owner information and return the card to the factory in order to receive full warranty benefits. 8 Ray101E Handheld VHF Radio Important Information Intended Use The Ray101E is a VHF radiotelephone that is intended for general communication within the Maritime Mobile Service worldwide and is for use on non-SOLAS vessels. Safety Warnings CAUTION: Navigation Aid This unit is only an aid to navigation. Its accuracy can be affected by many factors, including equipment failure or defects, environmental conditions, and improper handling or use. It is the user's responsibility to exercise common prudence and navigational judgments. This radio should not be relied upon as a substitute for such prudence and judgment. CAUTION: Battery and Charger Use · The battery charger is intended for use in 12 VDC systems only. · Charge the batteries with the radio powered off for at least 24 hours before using the radio for the first time or if the radio has not been used in several months. · Do not operate the radio in the charger when the battery tray is empty as this may damage the radio. · Do not transmit with the radio in the charger. · Do not short terminals in charger base. · Do not place charger in water. · Do not use charger if power plug or cable is damaged. · Do not charge batteries with + and ­ terminals reversed. · Do not recharge batteries if physically deformed or leaking. · Do not charge anything other than AA-size Ni-MH cells in charger. · Do not mix Alkaline and Ni-MH cells. · Do not solder cells directly into battery tray. · Do not dispose of cells in fire. · Do not dismantle cells. · Replace all cells at the same time. · Store cells in a cool, dry place. 9 · Charge and discharge under ambient temperature mentioned in cell's specifications. · Using batteries in extreme conditions (extreme temperature, deep cycle, extreme overcharge and over discharge, etc.) may affect their service life. WARNING: Alkaline Battery Use When Alkaline cells are used, do not place radio in Charger unless Charge Switch on radio is set to ALKALINE. Charging Alkaline cells may cause excessive heat and could result in cell leakage causing damage or injury. EMC Conformance All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the be ...