Digital Select Calling (DSC)

Operation

Operating Your Radio

Sending A Position Request continued

Operating Your Radio

Resend The Request

Digital Select Calling (DSC) Operation

If The Station You Called Chose Not To Reply:

Position Request

Receiving a Position

No Position Data

6.Press the Call/Set button.

Your radio will send the position request and there will be one (1) of three (3) possible responses:

You will receive the position.

You will receive a no position data response, meaning the station you queried is not connected to a GPS device and cannot send its position.

You will receive a no reply response, meaning the operator of that station has chosen not to reply to your request.

Choose one (1) of the following:

If You Receive A Position:

The requested position with the station name and MMSI will show on your screen.

Press the Call/Set button to return to Standby mode after you have noted the station’s position.

If The Station You Called Cannot Send Its Position:

NO POS. DATA (no position data) will show on your screen.

1)Press the Call/Set button to return to the Individual Directory menu.

2)Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to EXIT.

3)Press the Call/Set button to return to the Call Send menu.

4)Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to EXIT.

5)Press the Call/Set button to return to Standby mode.

NO REPLY will show on your screen.

You will have two (2) choices:

RESEND the request.

EXIT the Position Request mode.

To Resend Your Position Request:

1)Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to RESEND.

2)Press the Call/Set button.

To Exit The Position Request Mode:

1)Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to EXIT.

2)Press the Call/Set button to return to the Individual Directory menu.

3)Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to EXIT.

4)Press the Call/Set button to return to the Call Send menu.

5)Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to EXIT.

6)Press the Call/Set button to return to Standby mode.

 

 

 

 

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MR F75-D specifications

Cobra Electronics has long been a name associated with reliable communication solutions, and the MR F75-D is no exception. This high-performance marine VHF radio is designed specifically for boaters, offering a blend of essential features, advanced technologies, and user-friendly characteristics that make it an excellent choice for both recreational and commercial marine applications.

One of the standout features of the MR F75-D is its Class D DSC (Digital Selective Calling) capability, which allows users to send distress calls and communicate with other vessels or coast guard stations at the push of a button. This increases safety on the water, as it provides an automated means to alert others in case of emergencies.

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Moreover, the radio includes a built-in NOAA weather radio with alerts. This feature keeps users informed about local weather conditions and forecasts, enabling them to make better decisions while out at sea. The option to scan channels and save favorites makes it easy to navigate through crowded frequencies to find the right communication line.

The MR F75-D is equipped with Dual Watch and Tri-Watch functions, allowing users to monitor two or three channels simultaneously. This increases the chances of receiving essential messages while on the water, providing greater peace of mind.

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