4.5.1 VHF-DSC Radiotelephone (standard)

For use of the radiotelephone:

• Supply the device by the magneto-thermal switch located on the general electrical panel.
• Press the ON/C key; the appliance goes on by default on the priority channel frequency (16). If the “LAST USED CHANNEL” function has been previously set, the radio telephone will turn on on the frequency of the last set channel.

WARNING

For channel selection operations and the activation of the specific radiotelephone functions, please refer to the dedicated manual provided by the Manufacturer.

The keyboard has digital keys for the selection of the channels and function keys for the adjustment of the volume and the squelch.
The SHIFT key serves to access the secondary functions.
The PTT key (press to transmit) situated on the left side of the appliance is active when the telephone is removed from the support.
The 16 key allows to select the channel for distress vocal transmissions.
It is also possible to make digital selective calls, much quicker and easier than the traditional ones. For this purpose, raise the protective door situated on the front side of the radiotelephone.
Then, press the DISTRESS key to access the various functions.

Use the ▲ and ▼ keys to scroll the various danger categories available:

• Not defined (default setting)
• Abandonment
• Piracy
• Man over board (MOB)
• Fire
• Flooding
• Collision
• Hauling
• Listing
• Sinking
• Drifting
  

Hold the DISTRESS key to start the 5-second countdown before the message is sent.
Press ON/C to return to normal operating mode.

CAUTION

The DSC-call should only be made if the yacht is in a real distress situation. Otherwise, to send a DSC-call with no need is considered as an infringement.