3.4Assistance
We urge you to write the serial number of your transceiver in the space provided below. This number is found on the back panel of the transceiver and will be useful in the event of repair/assistance and/or loss and/or theft.
NOTE
A WARNING STICKER is supplied with this transceiver. To comply with FCC regulations, this sticker must be affixed in such a location as to be readily seen from the operating controls of the radio as in the diagram below. Make sure the chosen location is clean and dry before applying the sticker.
Serial number _______________________
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
If you have need of assistance, contact other vessels and the Coast guard by sending a distress signal on Channel 16.
USING CHANNEL 16
DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE
1.“MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY.”
2.“THIS IS ………….” (name of vessel)
3.Your callsign or other indication of the vessel (and
4.“LOCATED AT …………” (your position)
5.The nature of the distress or assistance required.
6.Any other information which might facilitate the rescue.
Or transmit your distress call using Digital Selective Calling on channel 70.
USING DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING (ch70)
DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE
1.While holding aside the key cover, press the DISTRESS key.
2.Repeat pressing softkey “Undefined” to select the type of distress.
3.Holding aside the key cover, press and hold the DISTRESS key for 5 seconds until you have heard 5 beeps.
4.Wait for an acknowledgement from a coast station. Channel 16 is automatically selected.
5.Press PTT and transmit the information listed above.
3.5Manual Notes
Writing of this manual has been completed with the intention of supplying information that is comprehensive, precise and
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