Raymarine Ray215e manual License, Maritime Mobile Service Identity Mmsi

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Purpose

This handbook contains very important information on the installation, operation, and maintenance of your new equipment. To get the best results in operation and performance, please take the time to read this handbook thoroughly.

RAY215E

The RAY215E is a VHF radiotelephone that, when outfitted with the optional Full Function Handset, includes equipment for Class “D” Digital Selective Calling. It is intended for general communication within the Maritime Mobile Service worldwide and is for use on non-SOLAS vessels.

License

Regulations in some areas require that you obtain an operator license before operating VHF radio equipment. It is your responsibility to determine whether a license is required in your area before operating this equipment.

Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI)

If outfitted with the optional Full Function Handset, the RAY215E includes equipment for Class “D” Digital Selective Calling (DSC). An MMSI number is required to operate the DSC features. In some areas, a radio operator license is required before an MMSI number will be issued. You can request an MMSI number from the same agency that issues radio operator licenses in your area. You can then program the MMSI number into your RAY215E using the operation described in this handbook. If regulations in your area do not permit you to program the MMSI number yourself, your Raymarine dealer can program the number for you.

Automatic Transmission Identification System (ATIS)

If needed, your RAY215E can activate the Automatic Transmission Identification System (ATIS) feature for use in the inland waterways of European countries that require automatic identification transmission. An ATIS ID number is required to operate the ATIS feature. You can request an ATIS ID number from the same agency that issues radio operator licenses in your area. You can then program the ATIS number into your RAY215E using the operation described in this handbook. If regulations in your area do not permit you to program the ATIS number yourself, you can have your authorized Raymarine dealer program the number for you. If outfitted with the optional Full Function Handset, the RAY215E is fully Class “D” DSC compliant and therefore may, by regulation, disable ATIS when it is not required.