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Operation with a Full Function Handset

DSC transmission and reception occurs on Channel 70. When the DSC signal is received, the unit quickly switches over to Channel 70 and performs the corresponding operation. You will not receive a DSC call if the radio is transmitting or receiving a non-DSC call.

Note: An MMSI number is required to operate the DSC equipment in this radio. You can program the MMSI number yourself one time only using the Menu Operation described in 4.5.4.2 MMSI Number Set Up. Otherwise, your Raymarine dealer can program or change the number for you.

Individual,All Ships and Group DSC calls come in three varieties: ROUTINE for normal calls, SAFETY for advisory alerts, and URGENCY for assistance when life is not in immediate danger.

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.

Transmitting an Individual Call

To call another ship, you must select the Working Channel and a specific MMSI number. The MMSI number is selected either manually or from a Phonebook list of preprogrammed numbers specified using the MENU function. To cancel the call, press and hold the CLR key for 3 seconds.

Press the INDV key to initiate the call data setup operation. After setting the call data, press the PTT key to send the call.

To Make an Individual Call to Ship (ship-to-ship):

1.Press the INDV key. Ind appears on the 7-segment display and the DSC indicator is displayed. Pressing the SQ UP/DOWN key alternates between SHIP and SHORE.

INDV

Alternates with each click of the SQ UP/DOWN key

2. Select SHIP and press the ENT key.

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Raymarine Ray215 manual Individual Call to Another Ship Ship-to-Ship, Transmitting an Individual Call