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Raymarine Ray215 Owner's Handbook Manual

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  • Page 1 Ray215 VHF Radio O w n e r ' s H a n d b o o k...
  • Page 2 RAY215 Modular VHF Radio Owner’s Handbook Document number: R49013_2 Date: March 2002...
  • Page 4 FCC when you apply for a Station License. If your vessel does not require a license, you may obtain an MMSI by contacting either BoatUS (www.boatus.com) or MariTEL (www.maritelusa.com). Once obtained, you can program the MMSI number into your RAY215 as described in this handbook.

  • Page 5: Safety Notice

    • connected to the radio before transmitting • properly mounted • located where it will be away from people • located at least three feet (91cm) from the RAY215 and the microphone/ handset 4069823229AV PJ5RAY215 Parts 15 and 80 1 watt (low) &...
  • Page 6 – there are no user serviceable parts or adjustments. The operator should never remove the cover or attempt to service the equipment. Raymarine products are supported by a network of Authorized Service Representatives. For product information you may contact the following regional centers: United States Raymarine, Inc.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Section 1 General Description Introduction ... 1-1 Equipment Features ... 1-1 Microphone / Handset Options ... 1-2 Section 2 Installation Unpacking and Inspection ... 2-1 Equipment Supplied ... 2-1 2.2.1 Optional Accessories ... 2-1 Planning the Installation ... 2-2 2.3.1 Typical Mounting Methods ...
  • Page 8 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 ... 3-13 3.3.17 Digital Selective Calling (DSC) ... 3-14 3.3.17.1 MMSI Number Setup ... 3-15 3.3.17.2 Individual Ship's Call ...
  • Page 9 Modifying the MMSI Group Number (GROUP) ... 4-48 4.5.4 Setting the MMSI Number ... 4-50 Section 5 Maintenance How to Contact Raymarine ... 5-1 Preventive Maintenance ... 5-3 Specifications ... 5-3 Drawings ... 5-7 Section 6 Appendix FCC Licensing Requirements ... 6-1 Marine VHF Channel Usage Guide ...

  • Page 10: Glossary Of Terms

    GLOSSARY OF TERMS All Scan ... Scans all channels Canadian Channels ... Channel designator as defined by Industry Carrier Wave ... A Radio Frequency on which intelligence is DSC ... Digital Selective Calling Dual Watch ... Monitor the Priority Channel (9 or 16) while Duplex ...
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  • Page 12: Section 1 General Description

    Calling (DSC) in accordance with RTCM standard SC-101 for sending and receiving DSC Distress, All Ships, Individual Ship, and Group calls. The RAY215 can transmit and receive on all available US, Canadian, and International Marine VHF radiotelephone channels. There are channels...

  • Page 13: Microphone / Handset Options

    Fist Microphone to enable intercom communications between the two stations. Note: The RAY215 is designed to have the base station as the priority unit. Therefore, Raymarine recommends installing the base station in the radio operating room or the location from which the ship is normally navigated.

  • Page 14: Section 2 Installation

    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. Equipment Supplied The following is a list of materials supplied with the RAY215: Description Description...

  • Page 15: Planning The Installation

    Mount the base station transceiver to allow easy access from the location where the ship is normally navigated. 2.3.1 Typical Mounting Methods The RAY215 can be conveniently mounted on a chart table, bulkhead, overhead, or any other desired location. Refer to Figure 2-1 for typical mounting methods.

  • Page 16: Flush Mounting

    Figure 2-1 Typical Mounting Methods 2.3.2 Flush Mounting In addition to the typical Mounting Methods, the RAY215 may also be flush mounted using the optional Flush Mount Kit. These kits are available from your Raymarine dealer or our Customer Service Department.
  • Page 17 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.

  • Page 18: Outline And Mounting Dimensions

    Installation 1 (25) 0.35 (9) 5.47 (139) 6.69 (170) Figure 2-2 Outline and Mounting Dimensions All dimensions are shown in inches and (millimeters)

  • Page 19: Electrical Connections

    Electrical Connections 2.4.1 DC Power and External Speaker Connections The 6-foot long power cable is a multi-purpose assembly containing three wire-pairs for connections to DC power, NMEA input, and an optional speaker. Connections to the 6-pin connector are as follows: Wire Color Wire Color Wire Color...

  • Page 20: External Speaker Connections

    2.4.2 External Speaker Connections The yellow (+) wire and green (-) wire are used for connecting the RAY215 to an external speaker (see Figure 2-3), such as Raymarine’s 10W External Speaker (part number E46006).

  • Page 21: Nmea Data

    2.4.3 NMEA Data The RAY215 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 cable.

  • Page 22: Antenna Mounting Suggestions

    While special grounding is not generally required for VHF radiotelephone installations, it is good marine practice to properly ground all electronic equipment to the ship's earth ground system. The RAY215 can be connected to ground by attaching a wire to one of the screws on the unit's rear panel and then to the nearest ship's earth ground connection point.
  • Page 23 2-10 Installation...

  • Page 24: Section 3 Operation With Standard Fist Microphone

    DSC/PRI key is again pressed and held. Note: The RAY215 is designed to have the base station as the priority unit. You should install the base station and Fist Microphone in the radio operation room or the location from which the ship is normally navigated.

  • Page 25: Microphone/Handset Connections

    (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 Relocation Kit must be connected to the HANDSET/RELOCATION KIT port on the rear of the base station (Figure 3-1).

  • Page 26: Control And Lcd Display

    Operation with a Fist Microphone 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. The function indicated on the second line of the key is accessed by pressing and holding the key for two seconds.
  • Page 27 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.
  • Page 28 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 Watt 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.

  • Page 29: Lcd Display

    The DISTRESS key sends a DSC Distress Call when pressed and held for 5 seconds. 3.2.2 LCD Display The following describes the functional characters on the RAY215's LCD. NMEA indicator Appears in every operation mode when valid NMEA data is being received.
  • Page 30 Operation with a Fist Microphone DSC indicator Appears when the radio is in the DSC mode. ACK 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.

  • Page 31: Operating Procedures

    VOL indicator (in bar graph) 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. Operating Procedures 3.3.1 Turning the Power On Rotate the VOLUME/PWR knob clockwise to turn the radio on.

  • Page 32: Setting The Frequency Mode

    The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) broadcasts continuous weather reports and severe weather alerts, as needed. The RAY215 is programmed to receive 10 NOAA weather channels and sound an alarm if a weather alert is received. The Weather Channels consist of Channel 0 through Channel 9. Press the...

  • Page 33: Priority Channel

    3.3.10 Desensitized Reception (Local Mode) You can set the RAY215 to reduce the receiving sensitivity in high traffic areas to decrease unwanted reception. This is also known as local mode. To select this mode, press and release the D/L key. While the desensitize function (local mode) is active, the DESENS indicator appears in the LCD display.

  • Page 34: Scan Modes

    16. 3.3.13 Scan Modes The RAY215 is equipped with two types of scan options: All Scan and Memory Scan. How these options are initiated is dependent upon whether there are any channels stored in memory. Channel 70 is also monitored during Scan mode.

  • Page 35: Monitor Mode

    3-12 3.3.14 Monitor Mode The RAY215 is equipped with 2 types of monitor operations: Dual Watch and Tri-Watch. Dual Watch Mode Dual Watch monitors the selected working channel and the programmed Priority Channel. To initiate Dual Watch, first select the working channel to be monitored, then press the MON/1/25 key once.

  • Page 36: Nmea Operation

    3-13 3.3.16 NMEA Operation The RAY215 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 provides different alerts urging you to find and correct the fault.

  • Page 37: Digital Selective Calling (Dsc)

    Distress calls as well as Individual and All Ships calls on channel 70, the dedicated DSC channel for Marine VHF. For a Distress call transmission, your RAY215 takes the position and time information from the input NMEA data along with your Maritime Mobile Station Identifier (MMSI) and converts it into a digital "packet".

  • Page 38: Mmsi Number Setup

    3.3.17.1 MMSI Number Setup You must enter your Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) number in the RAY215 before the DSC system will be operational. You can request an MMSI number from the FCC when you apply for a radio license.

  • Page 39: Individual Ship's Call

    SAFETY for advisory alerts, and URGENCY for assistance when life is not in immediate danger. The RAY215 can receive all three types of Individual calls but can only transmit ROUTINE Individual calls. As with any DSC operation, the call is made on channel 70.
  • Page 40 6. Press the DSC/PRI key once to accept. 7. Enter all 9 digits of the MMSI number in the same way. 8. Once the 9th digit has been entered and accepted, the RAY215 plays back the 9 digits just entered for proper entry verification.
  • Page 41 13. If the target station acknowledges, a tone sounds and "ACK" illuminates on the LCD. After 2 seconds, the RAY215 switches to the previously selected working channel. If the call is not acknowledged, exit the DSC mode by pressing the 16/ 9 key.
  • Page 42 Using an MMSI number selected from the phonebook: Using the RAY215 with a fist microphone, you can select from up to ten other ship's MMSI numbers that have been stored in the phonebook. The numbers are identified by a single letter that you have assigned to it. You must note what letter you assigned to the MMSI number because only that letter appears on the LCD when you are retrieving it.
  • Page 43 8. If the target station acknowledges, a tone sounds and "ACK" illuminates on the LCD. After 2 seconds, the RAY215 switches to the previously selected working channel. If the call is not acknowledged, exit the DSC mode by pressing 16/9.
  • Page 44 Note: The operation is cancelled if the 16/9 key is pressed or if no keys are pressed for 60 seconds during any part of this process. 8. Once the 9th digit has been entered and accepted, the RAY215 plays back the 9 digits just entered for proper entry verification.
  • Page 45 3-22 You 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 wrong key operation or an interruption of power occurs during the entry procedure.The operation is cancelled if the 16/9 key is pressed or if no keys are pressed for 60 seconds during any part of this process.
  • Page 46 "IU" for URGENCY Individual Ship's Call 2. To acknowledge the incoming Individual Ship's Call, press the PTT key. The acknowledge is transmitted and your RAY215 automatically selects the working channel specified by the originating ship or station. 3. If you do not wish to acknowledge the call, press the 16/9 key to exit the DSC mode.

  • Page 47: Sending An All Ships Call

    16 fails. There are three types of All Ships Calls: ROUTINE for normal calls, SAFETY for advisory alerts, and URGENCY for assistance when life is not in immediate danger. The RAY215 can transmit and receive all three types of these calls. As with any DSC operation, the call is made on channel 70.

  • Page 48: Receiving An All Ships Call

    Group MMSI number. The RAY215 requires an optional Full Function Handset to program in the Group MMSI number. For this reason, a RAY215 equipped with only a Fist Microphone cannot send or receive Group Calls.

  • Page 49: Sending A Distress Call

    3-26 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.

  • Page 50: Receiving A Distress Call

    Note: When a Distress Call is sent, the unit emits a VERY LOUD distress alarm tone. To mute the alarm without interrupting the Distress Call, press the DSC/PRI key on the RAY215 base station. The radio will remain in DSC mode.

  • Page 51: Distress Relay Call

    Pressing the DSC/PRI key on the base station mutes this alarm but does NOT cancel the Distress Call. 3. The RAY215 does not have the ability to acknowledge or relay a DSC Distress Call so once the Distress Call is received, you should attempt to contact the vessel in distress on channel 16 and attempt to render assistance.

  • Page 52: Section 4 Operation With Optional Full Function Handset

    Operation with Optional Full Function Handset Introduction The RAY215 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 RAY215 with the optional Full Function Handset. See Section 3 for operation using the standard Fist Microphone.

  • Page 53: Microphone/Handset Connections

    DISTRESS. The base station retains control until the DSC/PRI key is again pressed and held. Note: The RAY215 is designed to have the base station as the priority unit. You should install the base station and Fist Microphone in the radio room or the location from which the ship is normally navigated.

  • Page 54: Control And Lcd Display

    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 Function labels POWER (16/9 key), CELL (3 key), HAIL (* key), and FOG (# key) represent features that are not available on the RAY215.
  • Page 55 Pressing and holding the key for 2 seconds alternates the Priority Channel between channel 9 and channel 16. Note: The POWER label over this key does not pertain to the RAY215. MON/TRI key Starts the Dual-Watch monitor mode. Pressing the FUNC key followed by the MON/TRI key initiates the Tri-Watch monitor mode.
  • Page 56 3, D, E, then F. Note: The CELL label over this key does not pertain to the RAY215. 4/INT key This key inputs the number 4. When an alphanumeric response is appropriate, each press of this key alternately inputs the characters 4, G, H, then I.
  • Page 57 1W and 25W. * key This key inputs an asterisk (*). Note: The HAIL label over this key does not pertain to the RAY215. 0/IC key This key inputs the number 0. Pressing the FUNC key followed by the...

  • Page 58: Lcd Display

    Pressing and holding this key for 5 seconds selects Distress Signal Call mode. Subsequent operations are described in section 4.4.16.8. 4.2.2 LCD Display The following describes the functional characters on the RAY215 Handset's LCD. Figure 4-3 LCD Display Layout NMEA indicator Displayed when the radio receives valid NMEA position data.
  • Page 59 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 transmission power of 1W is selected with the 9/ 1/25 key or when a low power channel is selected.

  • Page 60: Radio Functions

    10. Remote Operation When both a Fist Microphone and Full Function Handset are connected, the RAY215 can be controlled by either the handset or microphone. When the handset is out of its cradle, it has priority over the microphone. When the handset is in the cradle, the microphone has priority and BASE appears on the handset’s LCD.

  • Page 61: Operating Procedures

    4-10 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. 12. Reduced Receiving Sensitivity (Local Mode) This function decreases receiver sensitivity in high traffic areas to decrease unwanted reception.

  • Page 62: Using The Function Key

    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.

  • Page 63: Receiving On The Weather Channels

    The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) broadcasts continuous weather reports and severe weather alerts, as needed. The RAY215 is programmed to receive 10 NOAA weather channels and sound an alarm if a weather alert is received. The Weather Channels consist of Channel 0 through Channel 9. To switch between the Working Channel and the current Weather Channel, press the FUNC key followed by the 6/WX key.

  • Page 64: Priority Channel

    4-13 Operation with a Full Function Handset If the 5 seconds elapse without pressing another key, the channel change is implemented anyway. If the CLR key is pressed while the number is flashing, the channel returns to the previous number. Note: A leading zero is required for single digit channel numbers.

  • Page 65: Setting The Transmission Power Output

    25W is selected the 1W indicator disappears. 4.4.10 Desensitized Reception (Local Mode) You can set the RAY215 to reduce the receiving sensitivity in high traffic areas to decrease unwanted reception. This is also known as local mode. To select this mode, press the FUNC key followed by the 7/D/L key. While the desensitize function (local mode) is active, the DESENS indicator appears in the LCD display.
  • Page 66 Operation with a Full Function Handset Note: Using the Intercom is a simplex operation. You 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.

  • Page 67: Scan Mode

    4. To exit Intercom mode, again press and hold the D/L/I.C. key. 4.4.13 Scan Mode During Scan mode, the RAY215 searches through the channels, stops when radio traffic is detected, then resumes scanning after the traffic ceases. Two scan functions are available: All Channel Scan and Memory Channel Scan.

  • Page 68: Monitor Mode

    When there is no longer any activity on the Working Channel or Priority Channel, the RAY215 returns to Tri-Watch. If a weather alert broadcast is detected, the RAY215 emits an alert tone and the WX indicator blinks. Tri-Watch mode terminates and the radio switches...

  • Page 69: Nmea Operation

    4.4.15 NMEA Operation The RAY215 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.

  • Page 70: Digital Selective Calling (Dsc)

    Distress calls as well as Individual and All Ships calls on channel 70, the dedicated DSC channel for Marine VHF. For a Distress call transmission, your RAY215 takes the position and time information from the input NMEA data along with your Maritime Mobile Station Identifier (MMSI) and converts it into a digital “packet”.

  • Page 71: Transmitting An Individual Call

    4.4.16.1 Individual Call to Another Ship (Ship-to-Ship) An Individual Ship's Call is a DSC call made to a specific ship identified by its MMSI number. The RAY215 can receive all three types of Individual calls but can only transmit ROUTINE Individual calls. As with any DSC operation, the call is made on channel 70.
  • Page 72 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. 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.
  • Page 73 4-22 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. 6.

  • Page 74: Individual Call To Shore Station (Ship-To-Shore)

    Operation with a Full Function Handset 4.4.16.2 Individual Call to Shore Station (Ship-to-Shore) To 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 assigned for communications.
  • Page 75 4-24 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 entries stored in the base station using the fist microphone (see section 3.3.17.2). These 10 entries cannot be selected with the Full Function Handset..

  • Page 76: Receiving An Individual Call

    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. 5 sec If no response is received for 3 minutes after pressing the PTT key, a prompt to press the PTT key appears once more.

  • Page 77: Transmitting A Group Call

    You can send and receive DSC calls from groups of stations that share the same Group MMSI number. The RAY215 can only transmit ROUTINE Group calls. As with any DSC operation, the call is made on channel 70. To make a Group Call: 1.
  • Page 78 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. INDV Note: Since only one group MMSI number can be registered at a time, only one MMSI number can be displayed when GROUP is selected.

  • Page 79: Receiving A Group Call

    4-28 4.4.16.5 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.

  • Page 80: Transmitting An All Ships Call

    Call. This call should only be used if hailing for assistance on channel 9 or 16 fails. The RAY215 can transmit and receive all three types of All Ships Calls: ROUTINE, SAFETY, and URGENCY. As with any DSC operation, the call is made on channel 70.

  • Page 81: Receiving All Ships Call

    4-30 4.4.16.7 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 continue until either ENT or CLR is pressed.
  • Page 82 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. Countdown starts 1 second after pressing DISTRESS key. The types of DISTRESS can be selected by releasing the key before the Countdown is completed.
  • Page 83 4-32 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.
  • Page 84 Operation with a Full Function Handset To make a Distress 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.

  • Page 85: Receiving A Distress Call

    4-34 5. When this prompt appears, release the DISTRESS key. The unit is switched to Channel 16, displays the message AWAIT 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 intervals of 3.5 to 4.5 minutes, until a response is received or the call is manually cancelled.

  • Page 86: Receiving A Distress Relay Call

    4.4.16.10 Receiving a Distress Relay Call Sometimes a ship’s distress call can be relayed from another ship or a shore station. The RAY215 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 the DSC Distress alert is sounded.

  • Page 87: Using The Dsc Log

    4-36 4.4.16.11 Using the DSC Log The RAY215 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.

  • Page 88: Menu Operation

    Operation with a Full Function Handset 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 Purpose Purpose Purpose Function Function Purpose Purpose 1.

  • Page 89: Navstat Operation

    4-38 4.5.2 NAVSTAT 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. To view current position information: 1. Press the FUNC key followed by the MENU key to initiate the Menu operation.

  • Page 90: Dsc Operation

    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. To initiate the DSC operation: 1. Press the FUNC key followed by the MENU key to initiate the Menu operation.

  • Page 91: Selecting Distress Call Type (Nature)

    4-40 4.5.3.1 Selecting Distress Call Type (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. To select the nature of the distress that will be included with the call: 1.

  • Page 92: Manual Entry Of Latitude/Longitude (L/L Ent)

    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.
  • Page 93 4-42 Flashing Flashing Flashing Flashing Flashing Operation with a Full Function Handset press ENT press 5 Flashing Flashing press ENT press 7 Flashing press ENT press 0 Flashing Flashing press ENT press 7 Flashing press 2 press 0 Flashing press ENT press ENT press ENT press 1...

  • Page 94: Modifying The Mmsi Number List (Phnbook)

    Operation with a Full Function Handset 4.5.3.3 Modifying the MMSI Number List (PHNBOOK) This operation is used to modify the “phonebook” lists of MMSI numbers used for DSC Individual Calls. Two 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 stations.
  • Page 95 4-44 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 Stations to the List To add to the phonebook list for ship stations, input the MMSI number and nickname of the station.
  • Page 96 Operation with a Full Function Handset This display is shown only if the list already has the maximum 20 stations registered 2/ABC Flashing Deleting Ship Stations from the List When the ship station phonebook is selected, the oldest MMSI number or nickname flashes on the dot matrix display.
  • Page 97 4-46 Modifying the List of Shore Stations 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 ENTRY. 2.
  • Page 98 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 “–”. If the maximum 20 stations are already registered, this display is shown and the radio shifts to Delete mode...

  • Page 99: Modifying The Mmsi Group Number (Group)

    4-48 Deleting Shore Stations 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.
  • Page 100 Operation with a Full Function Handset 3-49 Entering a Group MMSI Number To enter a Group MMSI number, select ENTRY 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 the next place.

  • Page 101: Setting The Mmsi Number

    4-50 4.5.4 Setting the MMSI Number This operation stores the MMSI number required for DSC communications, including distress calls. You 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.maritelusa.com).
  • Page 102 Operation with a Full Function Handset Pressing the following keys initiate the corresponding operation: Keys Keys Action Action Keys Keys Keys 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.
  • Page 103 4-52 To exit without making changes at any time, press and hold CLR for 3 seconds. Input MMSI number using numeric keypad Flashing Operation with a Full Function Handset Flashing re-enter MMSI No. Flashing...

  • Page 104: Section 5 Maintenance

    Accessories and Parts Many Raymarine accessory items and parts are available through your authorized Raymarine dealer. However if you are in need of an item not available through your retailer feel free to contact our Customer Service department Monday to Friday 8:15 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.

  • Page 105: On The Internet

    Accessories and Parts Raymarine accessory items and parts are available through your authorized Raymarine dealer. Please refer to the lists of component part numbers and optional accessories in Section 2.2.1 of this handbook and have the Raymarine part number ready when speaking with your dealer. If you are uncertain about what item to choose for your Raymarine unit, please contact our Customer Services Department prior to placing your order.

  • Page 106: Preventive Maintenance

    Maintenance Preventative Maintenance The RAY215 has been constructed to be virtually maintenance free. Your 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.

  • Page 107: Operating Requirement

    5.3.2 Receiver Channels Frequency Range Frequency Stability Usable Sensitivity Threshold Adjacent Channel Rejection Spurious Image Rejection Intermodulation Rejection Audio Output Hum & Noise in Audio 5.3.3 Operating Requirement Input Voltage Current Required Transmit Operating Temperature -20 °C to +50 °C Duty Cycle Humidity 5.3.4 Radio Dimensions...
  • Page 108 Maintenance Optional Full Function Handset (FFHS) Height Width Depth Weight Optional FFHS Cradle Height Width Length Weight Optional FFHS External Speaker Height Width Depth Weight 6.81 inches (173 mm) 2.25 inches (57 mm) 1.1 inches (28 mm) Approx. 0.30 lbs (138 g) 1.97 inches (50 mm) 2.52 inches (64 mm) 4.02 inches (102.1 mm)
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  • Page 110: Drawings

    Maintenance Drawings Assembly Drawing...
  • Page 111 Maintenance Block Diagram RF PCB...
  • Page 112 Maintenance Control PCB...
  • Page 113 5-10 Maintenance Front PCB Microphone PCB...

  • Page 114: Section 6 Appendix

    Section 6 Appendix 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 current at the time this handbook was printed.
  • Page 115 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.

  • Page 116: Marine Vhf Channel Usage Guide

    Appendix Marine VHF Channel Usage Guide Emergency Calling Monitoring Intership Safety U.S. Coast Guard Navigation Port Operation Noncommercial Commercial Marine Operator State Control Environmental Weather...
  • Page 117 Emergency Channel 16 • Your 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 •...
  • Page 118 Appendix Monitoring Channel 16 and Working Channel When - your VHF station is turned on and it is not being used to exchange communications You 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.
  • Page 119 U.S. Coast Guard Channel: Vessels: Use: Working 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 directed.
  • Page 120 Appendix Port Operations Channels: 1A, 5A, 12, 14, 20A, 65A, 66A, 73, 74, 77 Vessels: 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...
  • Page 121 Commercial Channels: 7A, 8, 9, 10, 11, 18A, 19A, 67, 79A, 80A, 88A Vessels: 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...
  • Page 122 Appendix State Control Channel: Vessels: 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: Vessels: Any (receive only) Use: Broadcast of information concerning the...
  • Page 123 6-10 Weather Channels: WX0—WX9 Vessels: Use: Continuous weather information from NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) Between: One-way broadcast from NOAA to any interested parties Comments: Receive only. You are not permitted to transmit on these frequencies. Appendix...

  • Page 124: Phonetic Alphabet

    Appendix PHONETIC ALPHABET: To 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 - DELTA E - ECHO F - FOX-TROT...
  • Page 125 6-12 VHF Marine Channels Frequency Tables International Mode Note: International VHF frequency usage varies from country to country. Ensure you are familiar with the channel requirements of the country where you are boating before using any VHF transceiver. Frequency (MHz) Channel Number 156.050...
  • Page 126 Appendix Frequency (MHz) Channel Number 157.150 161.750 157.200 161.800 157.250 161.850 157.300 161.900 157.350 161.950 157.400 162.000 156.025 160.625 156.075 160.675 156.125 160.725 156.175 160.775 156.225 160.825 156.275 160.875 156.325 160.925 156.375 156.375 156.425 156.425 156.475 156.475 156.575 156.575 156.625 156.625 156.675 156.675...
  • Page 127 6-14 Frequency (MHz) Channel Number 157.375 157.375 157.425 157.425 Notes: 1. For channels 15 and 17, output power is fixed at 1 watt only. Transmission at high power is not permitted. 2. Channel 70 is used for Digital Selective Calling (DSC) only and is not available for voice transmissions.
  • Page 128 Appendix Canadian Mode Frequency Table Frequency (MHz) Channel Number 156.050 160.650 156.100 160.700 156.150 160.750 156.200 156.200 156.250 156.250 156.300 156.300 156.350 156.350 156.400 156.400 156.450 156.450 156.500 156.500 156.550 156.550 156.600 156.600 1 1 1 1 1 156.650 156.650 156.700 156.700 2 2 2 2 2...
  • Page 129 6-16 Frequency (MHz) Channel Number 157.400 162.000 156.025 160.625 156.075 156.075 156.125 156.125 156.225 156.225 156.275 156.275 156.325 156.325 156.375 156.375 156.425 156.425 156.475 156.475 156.575 156.575 156.625 156.625 156.675 156.675 156.725 156.725 2 2 2 2 2 156.875 156.875 156.925 156.925 156.975...
  • Page 130 Appendix Important Notice The Canadian frequency mode is not legal for use while operating in U.S. waters. Notes: 1. For channel 13, output power is fixed at 1 watt (low power) by regulation. In an emergency, you can override to high power by pressing and holding PTT and then pressing the MON/ 1/25 key on the base station.
  • Page 131 6-18 US Mode Frequency Table Frequency (MHz) Channel Number 156.050 156.050 156.150 156.150 156.250 156.250 156.300 156.300 156.350 156.350 156.400 156.400 156.450 156.450 156.500 156.500 156.550 156.550 156.600 156.600 1 1 1 1 1 156.650 156.650 156.700 156.700 2 2 2 2 2 —...
  • Page 132 Appendix Frequency (MHz) Channel Number 156.325 156.325 1 1 1 1 1 156.375 156.375 156.425 156.425 156.475 156.475 156.575 156.575 156.625 156.625 156.675 156.675 156.725 156.725 3 3 3 3 3 156.875 156.875 156.925 156.925 156.975 156.975 157.025 157.025 157.075 157.075 157.125 157.125...

  • Page 133: Weather Channels And Frequencies

    Important Notice The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) broadcasts continuous weather reports and severe weather alerts, as needed. The RAY215 is programmed to receive 10 NOAA weather channels and sound an alarm if a weather alert is received.
  • Page 134 Ray215 Document Number: R49013 Raymarine Ltd. Raymarine Inc. Anchorage Park 22 Cotton Road, Unit D Portsmouth, Hampshire Nashua, NH 03063-4219 England PO3 5TD +44 (0)23 9269 3611 603-881-5200 +44 (0)23 9269 4642 fax 603-864-4756 fax www.raymarine.com www.raymarine.com...

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