Marine Radio OWNER'S MANUAL UM-525 Maritime Radio Services Operation Maritime transmitter Warning! ThisRade Opwill operate on channels/frequencies that have restricted use in the United States. The channel assignments include frequencies assigned for exclusive use of the U.S. Coast Guard, use in Canada, and use in international waters. Operation on these frequencies without proper authorization is strictly forbidden. For frequencies/ channels that are currently for use in the U.S. without an individual license, please contact the FCC Call Center at 1-888-CALL-FCC. For individuals requiring a license, such as commercial users, you should obtain a license application from your nearest FCC field office (for US users) or Industry Canada (for Canadian users). FCC / Industry Canada Information Certification FCC Part 80 or RSS-182/188 Output Power 1 Watt (low) and 25 Watts (high) Emission 16K0F3E, 16K0F2D Transmitter Frequency Range 156.025 to 157.425 MHz FCC Identifier AMWUT601 IC Certification Number 513C-UT601D This device complies with the GMDSS provisions with Part 80 of the FCC Rules, as well as Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. Unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void compliance with the FCC Rules. Any change or modification must be approved in writing by Uniden Corporation. Changes or modifications not approved by Uniden could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The cords on this product and/or accessories contain lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Uniden works to reduce lead content in our PVC coated cords in our products and accessories. Installer Instructions To connect an optional external antenna to the radio for your WHAM x 4, you will need a 2.4GHz antenna with mounting bracket and a cable with N-type male connectors. Keep the antenna lead-in wire as short as possible. Follow these steps to connect an optional external antenna to the radio. 1. Use a mounting bracket to mount the antenna on a vertical mast or pole. 2. Run the cable from the antenna to the radio. 3. Attach one end of the cable to the connector lug on the antenna, then connect the other end to the External Antenna Connector jack on the back of the radio. 2 Marine Radio Services Operation Contents About Digital Selective Calling ............................................................................5 Contents Introduction ...........................................................................................................6 Feature Highlights ................................................................................................6 General Features ............................................................................................. 6 Weather Features ............................................................................................. 7 DSC Features ................................................................................................... 7 Optional Features ............................................................................................. 8 Understanding Your Radio ..................................................................................9 About This Manual ........................................................................................... 9 How The Radio's Controls Appear in This Manual ........................................... 9 Controls, Connections, and Indicators ..............................................................11 Front Panel ....................................................................................................... 11 Rear Panel Connectors .................................................................................... 11 Hailer Connector/Cable .................................................................................... 12 GPS/External Speaker Connector/Cable ......................................................... 12 WHAM Control Unit Connector ........................................................................ 12 Setting Up The Radio ...........................................................................................13 Connecting the Antenna ................................................................................... 13 Connecting Power ............................................................................................ 13 Installation ........................................................................................................ 13 Using a WHAM or WHAM x 4 Microphone With the Radio .............................. 15 Using One or Two Hailer Horns With the Radio ................................................ 15 A Look at the Radio .......................................................................................... 16 A Look at the Microphone ................................................................................ 17 A Look at the Display ........................................................................................ 17 Basic Operation ....................................................................................................18 Turning the Radio On and Off .......................................................................... 18 Selecting a Channel ......................................................................................... 18 Transmitting and Receiving .............................................................................. 18 Adjusting the Transmit Power .......................................................................... 19 Using Scan ....................................................................................................... 19 Using All Channel Scan .................................................................................... 19 Using Step ........................................................................................................ 20 Using Hail ......................................................................................................... 20 Using the Intercom ........................................................................................... 20 Using GPS ........................................................................................................ 21 Using Battery Hi/Lo Detect ............................................................................... 21 Using 16/9 TRI ................................................................................................. 21 Using Memory Channel .................................................................................... 22 Scanning Memory Channels ............................................................................ 22 Using Triple Watch ............................................................................................ 22 Contents 3 Using the Scrambler .......................................................................................... 23 Using the Weather Function ............................................................................. 23 Performing a Radio Self Test ............................................................................ 24 DSC Operation ................................................................................................ 24 Sending a DSC Distress Call ............................................................................ 24 Receiving a DSC Distress Call .......................................................................... 25 The Radio Menu Settings for DSC Call and Fog Horn ................................. 25 Using the DSC Call Menu.......................................................................... 26 Setting DSC Call Options ......................................................................... 30 Setting the Fog Horn Options ................................................................... 31 The Setup Screen Options ................................................................................. 33 Using the Initialize Sub Menu............................................................................. 34 Setting Up a User MMSI ........................................................................... 34 Setting the Vessel Type ............................................................................ 35 Setting the Fog Horn Frequency............................................................... 35 Adjusting the Backlight.............................................................................. 35 Adjusting the Key Beep............................................................................. 35 Adjusting the Color Pallet.......................................................................... 35 Setting the Local Time - Time Adjust and Time Entry............................... 36 Using the Radio Sub Menu ................................................................................ 37 Channel Name Settings............................................................................... 37 Setting FIPS Codes ..................................................................................... 38 Disabling Auto Channel Switch.................................................................... 39 Position Reply .............................................................................................. 39 Setting Up a Group MMSI............................................................................ 39 Setting Channel Scan .................................................................................. 40 Setting RX Sensitivity .................................................................................. 40 Displaying Time and Position ...................................................................... 40 Setting the XTRACK Beep Options ................................................................... 40 Using the WHAM and WHAM x 4 Sub Menus .................................................. 41 Using the Hailer Rename Option ...................................................................... 43 Using the Scrambler Menu ................................................................................ 43 Using the WHAM Page Sub Menu..................................................................... 43 Using the Crosstrack (XTRACK) Screen ........................................................... 43 Viewing the Compass Screen ............................................................................ 45 Using the Digital Menu ....................................................................................... 46 Care and Maintenance .......................................................................................... 46 Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................... 46 Specifications........................................................................................................ 47 Appendix ................................................................................................................ 50 NMEA Operation ................................................................................................ 50 Reference Information ....................................................................................... 51 Three Year Limited Warranty ............................................................................... 59 4 Contents About Digital Selective Calling About Digital Selective Calling Digital Selective Calling DSC is a technique used by marine radio systems to augment calling the another station by voice. It permits other vessels to be called up by keying in a unique identity number known as the MMSI. It also provides a button that will generate a distress alert identifying the vessel in distress, the nature of the problem and a position derived from an installed, optional Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) device. The feature was implemented in February 1999 as an integral part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). Digital Selective Calling (DSC) lets mariners instantly send automatically formatted distress alerts to rescue authorities anywhere in the world. Digital selective calling also lets mariners initiate or receive distress, urgency, safety and routine radiotelephone calls to or from any similarly equipped vessel or shore station, without requiring either party to be near a radio loudspeaker. DSC acts like the dial and bell of a telephone, allowing you to "direct dial" and "ring" other radios, or allow others to "ring" you, without having to listen to a speaker. Your radio's DSC Call feature lets you transmit and receive DSC Calls based on ITU-R M.493-11. For a detailed discussion of this standard, you can refer to the following web site document: http://www.gmdss.com.au/ITU%20 ...