Humminbird VHF255S Operation Manual

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531469-1_A

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  • Page 1 Humminbird® VHF255S / VHF255SW Operations Manual 531469-1_A...
  • Page 2 Thank you for choosing Humminbird®, America's #1 name in fishfinders. Humminbird® has built its reputation by designing and manufacturing top-quality, thoroughly reliable marine equipment. Your Humminbird® is designed for trouble-free use in even the harshest marine environment. In the unlikely event that your Humminbird® does require...
  • Page 3 WARNING! This product contains lead, a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. NOTE: You should record your VHF255S serial number here for future reference. The serial number is located on the left side panel of the radio base station.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS VHF255S Introduction How VHF Radio Works Features Overview Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) VHF255S Controls - Radio Base Station Front VHF255S Controls - Radio Base Station Rear VHF255S Controls - Microphone Handset What's On the Display Installation Overview...
  • Page 5 10. Accessing Channels Saved to Memory ........35 11.
  • Page 6 VHF255S Doesn't Power Up ........
  • Page 7: Vhf255S Introduction

    VHF255S INTRODUCTION The Humminbird® VHF255S represents state-of-the-art high tech VHF radio engineering, and is skillfully designed and constructed with the finest components. It is constructed to commercial- grade standards to give you clear, reliable communication. HOW VHF RADIO WORKS The most popular method of communicating with other boats is via very high frequency (VHF) radio.
  • Page 8: Features Overview

    FEATURES OVERVIEW The Humminbird® VHF255S is a VHF Digital Selective Calling (DSC) Base Station marine band radio with the following features: • Access to all available U.S., International, and Canadian channels (currently allocated). • Allows unlimited memory channels for quick recall and memory scan.
  • Page 9 • Firm and reliable gimbal mounting bracket for the radio base station. • Large LCD (2“x 1.5”) is easy to read, with backlit display to allow operation in low light conditions. • Phase Lock Loop (PLL) controlled circuitry provides accurate and stable channel selection.
  • Page 10: Maritime Mobile Service Identity (Mmsi)

    The Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) number is the nine-digit number used on marine radios like your VHF255S that are capable of using Digital Selective Calling (DSC). This number is used like a telephone number to call other vessels individually and automatically.
  • Page 11 To enter your assigned MMSI into your radio: 1. Press and hold the DSC/MENU key; the Text area on the LCD will display the Setup Menu list. 2. Rotate the CH/ENTER knob to select DSC SETUP from the Setup Menu list, and push the CH/ENTER knob to display the DSC Setup Submenu.
  • Page 12: Vhf255S Controls - Radio Base Station Front

    VHF255S CONTROLS - RADIO BASE STATION FRONT The following drawing shows the Humminbird® VHF255S controls on the front of the radio base station: Built-in Speaker SQUELCH knob CANCEL/WX key OFF/VOL knob NOTE: On dual function keys, such as the BAND/SAVE key, a quick press and release will activate the first function on the key (to the left of the slash), in this case the BAND function.
  • Page 13 DISTRESS: Use this key to send a distress signal in an emergency. See Using Your VHF255s, 14. Digital Selective Calling (DSC) for details of sending the call. This key is protected by a spring cover to prevent accidental presses. The DSC/Distress features...
  • Page 14: Vhf255S Controls - Radio Base Station Rear

    VHF255S CONTROLS - RADIO BASE STATION REAR The following drawing shows the Humminbird® VHF255S connections on the rear of the radio: Power Input External Speaker External GPS Antenna Jack Power Input: Allows you to connect the radio to the boat’s 12 VDC power system.
  • Page 15: Vhf255S Controls - Microphone Handset

    VHF255S CONTROLS - MICROPHONE HANDSET The following drawing shows the Humminbird® VHF255S controls located on the microphone handset: HI/LO 16/9 Channel Up/Down DSC/MENU Channel Up/Down: Use these keys to change channels, as well as to change values while editing settings.
  • Page 16: What's On The Display

    WHAT'S ON THE DISPLAY The Humminbird® VHF255S uses an LCD display, together with keys and various control knobs on the typical view you might see on the display at initial power-up. Transmission power mode High (HI) 25 W or Low (LO) 1 W.
  • Page 17 Dot Matrix Indicates special conditions or radio functions. Indicates current Watch mode, Dual or Tri Watch. Indicates that Weather Channel mode is active. U.S. and Canada only. Indicates that a weather alert is being received. U.S. and Canada only. Indicates current channel selected. Indicates which of the three available bands are selected: the U.S.
  • Page 18: Installation Overview

    4. Install the microphone mounting bracket. 5. Attach the radio to an optional-purchase GPS Receiver (strongly recommended). PARTS SUPPLIED Before installing your VHF255S, please make sure that the following parts are included in your installation kit: RADIO BASE STATION: • 25 Watt VHF255S Fixed Mount radio base station (1).
  • Page 19 Radio Base Station Recessed Mounting Kit: NOTE: Use the recessed mounting bracket instead of the gimbal mounting bracket for recessed mounting applications. • Recessed mounting bracket (2). • Caps (4). • Nuts (4). • M5x10 Screws (2). • M5x32 Screws (4). MICROPHONE HANDSET: •...
  • Page 20 Resource Center at 1-800-633-1468 or visit our website at www.humminbird.com. In addition to the hardware supplied with your VHF255S, you will need a powered hand drill and various drill bits, Phillips and flat head screwdrivers, a ruler or measuring tape, pen or pencil, and marine-grade silicone sealant.
  • Page 21: Connections Overview

    The white cable is positive and the thinner black cable is negative. • GPS Receiver (optional-purchase): When your VHF255S marine radio is connected by the GPS cable to a GPS Receiver, it can obtain both its current location (longitude and latitude) and the time (GMT).
  • Page 22: Decide Where To Install The Radio Base Station

    1. DECIDE WHERE TO INSTALL THE RADIO BASE STATION Before you install the radio base station, you should find a mounting location for it that: • Does not allow the radio to interfere with, nor receive interference from, nearby equipment, such as other RF equipment and magnetic compasses; •...
  • Page 23: Install The Radio Base Station

    2. INSTALL THE RADIO BASE STATION Mount the VHF255S radio base station on your vessel, using the mounting location determined in the previous procedure, and one of the two following procedures, gimbal mounting or recessed mounting. NOTE: You have the option of gimbal bracket mounting, which can either be mounted on the dash or overhead and allows rotation of the radio during operation, or recessed mounting into a dashboard or other appropriate surface.
  • Page 24 Gimbal Mounting Bracket CAUTION: Keep the radio and microphone handset at least 3.3 feet (1 meter) away from any magnetic devices on your boat (such as a compass). To install the base station using the recessed mounting kit: 1. Tape the Recessed Mounting installation template onto the chosen mounting location.
  • Page 25 5. Working from the rear of the dash, align the ratcheted mounting circles on each side of the radio with the central hole in each mounting bracket. 6. Use the two short M5x10 screws to screw the mounting brackets to the sides of the radio.
  • Page 26: Attach The Antenna Cable To The Radio

    3. ATTACH THE ANTENNA CABLE TO THE RADIO A suitable antenna must be mounted in a safe location and connected to the radio base station before turning on the radio. A very important factor affecting the performance of any radio communication system is the selection of a suitable antenna. Consult your dealer about antennas and ask them to help you select a suitable antenna for your radio.
  • Page 27 CAUTION: If you cannot reach behind the mounting surface to attach the nuts to the bolts, use the supplied self-tapping screws to fasten the bracket instead. 2. Set the bracket aside, then drill two mounting holes at the marked locations. If you plan to use the supplied mounting screws, make sure the drill bit you use is slightly smaller than the screw diameter of the mounting screw.
  • Page 28: Attach A Gps Receiver (Optional-Purchase)

    5. ATTACH A GPS RECEIVER (OPTIONAL-PURCHASE) It is strongly recommended that you use your Humminbird® VHF255S with an optional- purchase GPS Receiver. You will not be able to take full advantage of all of the Digital Signal Calling (DSC) features without connecting a GPS Receiver to the radio. Perform the following procedure to connect a GPS Receiver to your radio.
  • Page 29: Using Your Vhf255S

    USING YOUR VHF255S Before you use your radio for the first time, you should make sure that you are familiar with the following FCC radio frequency (RF) and licensing requirements. See Before You Use Your Radio: FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Compliance Requirements, Before You Use Your Radio: FCC Licensing Requirements and Before You Use Your Radio: FCC Privacy and Priority Channel Requirements for more information.
  • Page 30: Before You Use Your Radio: Fcc Radio Frequency (Rf) Compliance Requirements

    BEFORE YOU USE YOUR RADIO: FCC RADIO FREQUENCY (RF) COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS WARNING: The radio operator and any bystanders should be at least 3.3 feet (1 meter) from the base of the antenna when the radio is transmitting (whenever the PTT key is pressed and held or anytime the TX icon appears on the LCD) in order to avoid excessive radio frequency (RF) exposure (as defined by the FCC).
  • Page 31: Before You Use Your Radio: Fcc Privacy And Priority Channel Requirements

    BEFORE YOU USE YOUR RADIO: FCC PRIVACY AND PRIORITY CHANNEL REQUIREMENTS WARNING: You must monitor Channel 16 (the main priority and distress channel) when you are not using any other channel on the radio. See 8. Accessing the Priority 16/9 Channels for more information.
  • Page 32: Adjusting Squelch

    2. ADJUSTING SQUELCH Squelch is used to eliminate static and background noise between received transmissions. Squelch effectively mutes the radio speaker until it receives a transmission, thus sparing you from having to listen to static. If Squelch is set too high, only the strongest transmissions can be heard, and if it is set too low, intermittent static and noise may be annoying.
  • Page 33: Selecting High/Low Power

    4. SELECTING HIGH/LOW POWER You must press and release the HI/LO key on the microphone handset or the HI/LO/MEM key on the radio base station to toggle the transmit power between High and Low. Select HI (High Power Transmit) for long-range communications, and LO (Low Power Transmit) for shorter-range communications to save battery power.
  • Page 34: Selecting A Weather Channel And Turning On Weather Alert

    If Weather Alert Mode is enabled, the ALT icon will appear on the display beside the WX icon, and then, if there is a weather emergency, your VHF255S radio will sound an alert and you should press any key to hear the Severe Weather Warning from NOAA.
  • Page 35: Accessing The 16/9 Priority Channels

    To return to your previous channel from Channel 16, press and release the 16/9 key once. 9. ADDING/DELETING CHANNELS TO/FROM MEMORY Your VHF255S can store any channel. The stored channels are the ones scanned in the Memory Scan mode. To add channels to memory: 1.
  • Page 36: Accessing Channels Saved To Memory

    Scanning is an efficient way to locate incoming transmissions quickly over a wide selection of channels or from all the channels in a frequency band. Your Humminbird® VHF255S comes with two basic scan options, Normal and Memory Scan, with the ability to add Priority Scan to each of those modes: •...
  • Page 37 on the receiving channel as long as it is present. If the signal ceases or is lost for five seconds or more, the radio resumes the scanning sequence. You can only enter Normal Scan mode when there are no channels stored in memory. •...
  • Page 38: Using The Watch Monitor Modes

    13. USING THE WATCH MONITOR MODES The Humminbird® VHF255S is equipped with two types of monitor modes: Dual Watch and Tri Watch. Dual Watch monitors the current working channel and Channel 16 alternately. Tri Watch monitors Channel 16, Channel 9 and the current working channel. Both watch modes also monitor for weather alerts when Weather Alert mode has been enabled.
  • Page 39: Digital Selective Calling (Dsc)

    14. DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING (DSC) DSC (Digital Selective Calling) is a semi-automated method of establishing a radio call that has been designated by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as an international standard for establishing VHF, MF and HF radio calls. It has also been designated part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS).
  • Page 40 DSC Call Types LAST CALL: Recalls last call regardless of which type of call was received last. NEW CALL: Allows you to make a new call, either by entering an MMSI number or by selecting a number from the Contact List. GROUP: Sends transmissions that are only received by radios that share a common group MMSI number;...
  • Page 41 To make an All Ships call: 1. From the DSC Call Type List, select ALL SHIPS. The following choices will be displayed: Urgency, Safety, and Routine. 2. Select one of those three choices to see another submenu that gives you the choice to Send or Cancel the All Ships call type.
  • Page 42: Making A Distress Call

    15. MAKING A DISTRESS CALL The DISTRESS key is used to make a Distress call. A Distress call will send out the position and time information from the input NMEA data along with your MMSI number. This digital information lets other ships and shore stations equipped with appropriate DSC equipment know where you are and that you are in a distress situation.
  • Page 43 NOTE: If you release the DISTRESS key before 3 seconds have passed, the Distress call will not be sent; if you hold down the DISTRESS key for more than 3 seconds, the Distress call will be sent whether channel 70 is busy or not. When a Distress call is sent, the acoustic alert sounds as a continuous tone until acknowledgement is received or you cancel the Distress call.
  • Page 44: Making Individual Routine Calls

    10. Release the PTT key and listen for a response. If you do not get a response, repeat step 9 until you do. 11. If you must abandon ship without receiving a response, and you have time, go back to step 1, and initiate an automatic distress call that will broadcast the ABANDONING message.
  • Page 45 To send an individual call using an MMSI stored in the Contact List: 1. From the DSC Call Type List, select NEW CALL. The NEW CALL submenu will be displayed, and the cursor will point to MANUAL; any MMSI names stored in your Contact List will also appear.
  • Page 46: Receiving Calls

    4b. If the call is not acknowledged within 16 seconds, the radio will prompt you to resend the call. 5. If you do nothing for 5 minutes, the individual call will be cancelled and the radio will revert to the original channel selected before you started the individual call.
  • Page 47 2. When position data is included within the signal, it is displayed in the Text area of the LCD. When no position data is included within the signal, the message "99°„99.9999X, 999°„99.9999Y" is displayed in the Text area of the LCD. 3.
  • Page 48 2. You must continue to monitor the channel in order to receive the voice communication. 3. The call data is stored in the Call Log. ALL SHIPS ID0987654322 To receive a Group call: 1. When a Group call is received, an alert sounds, and the radio automatically tunes to the designated channel.
  • Page 49: Resetting The Radio

    Normal mode. 19. POSITION INDICATION Your VHF255S can display the position of the vessel (longitude and latitude) as well as time and date information, if connected to a GPS receiver; if no GPS receiver is connected, an alert tone of 1-minute duration (which can be cancelled by pressing any key) sounds at 4-hour intervals to encourage manual input of positional data.
  • Page 50 To request the Lat/Lon position of an MMSI (POS request): This option allows you to request GPS position information from any vessel for which an MMSI number is known. 1. From the DSC Call Type List, select POS REQUEST, then select either LAST RX or CONTACTS.
  • Page 51: Setup Menu

    SETUP MENU The radio’s setup functions are accessed through the Setup Menu. Setup Menu selections are as follows: CONTACTS: Selects the Contact List Entry routine to enter Names and MMSI numbers for frequently-called DSC stations. Up to 20 Contact Names can be stored. LOCAL/DIST: DIST (Distant) allows normal receive sensitivity, while LOCAL eliminates receiver noise, but degrades receiver sensitivity.
  • Page 52: Contact List

    To access the Setup Menu: 1. Press and hold the DSC/MENU key for 3 seconds; the Text area on the LCD will display the Setup Menu list. (Setup Menu choices are: CONTACTS, LOCAL/DIST, BACKLIGHT, CONTRAST, GPS/TIME, RADIO SETUP, DSC SETUP, RESET, EXIT.) 2.
  • Page 53 4a. Press the CH/ENTER knob to save the new Contact, which will be displayed at the top of the Contact List. 4b. Press the CANCEL key to terminate the process without saving, then go back to the Contact List screen. 5.
  • Page 54: Local/Distant

    LOCAL/DISTANT You can set the receiver to LOCAL to eliminate noise, as the LOCAL setting limits radio reception to strong signals only. To set the receiver to Local/Distant: 1. From the Setup Menu, select LOCAL/DIST, then choose LOCAL and press the CH/ENTER knob to set the receiver to Local.
  • Page 55: Contrast Adjustment

    CONTRAST ADJUSTMENT You can adjust the contrast on the LCD to adapt to changing light conditions. To adjust the Contrast: 1. From the Setup Menu, select CONTRAST. There are 8 levels of control for the Contrast. The higher numbers represent a higher-contrast setting, while the lower numbers represent a lower-contrast setting.
  • Page 56: Gps/Time Submenu

    GPS/TIME SUBMENU The radio automatically detects NMEA strings and decodes the appropriate latitude/longitude position and time. If the GPS navigation receiver is not connected or is not functional, the radio will send an alert every 4 hours to request that you enter manual GPS coordinates and time data.
  • Page 57: Manually Enter Gps Data

    GPS/TIME SUBMENU: MANUALLY ENTER GPS DATA If no GPS data is available, the NO GPS icon appears, and POS DATA REQ is displayed with NO GPS. An alert will sound for 5 seconds or until any key is pressed. The manual entry function is valid if and only if no GPS Receiver is connected.
  • Page 58: Settings Submenu

    GPS/TIME SUBMENU: SETTINGS SUBMENU The Settings Submenu under the GPS/TIME Submenu allows you to set the following information: • Whether Position data is displayed. • Whether the Time is displayed. • Whether a Time Zone Offset is used. • How the Time data is formatted. •...
  • Page 59: Time Display On/Off

    GPS/TIME SETTINGS SUBMENU: TIME DISPLAY ON/OFF You can choose whether or not the time is displayed in Normal mode. 1. From the GPS/Time Submenu, select SETTINGS, then select TIME DISPLAY to turn the Time Display ON or OFF. 2. Select ON to make the LCD display the time, and OFF to suppress the time. In the following example, OFF is selected and the LCD no longer shows the time.
  • Page 60: Time Format

    GPS/TIME SETTINGS SUBMENU: TIME FORMAT You can choose the time display to be in either 12 hour or 24 hour format. 1. From the GPS/Time Submenu, select SETTINGS, then select TIME FORMAT to change the time format. 2. Use the CH/ENTER knob to choose either 12 HR or 24 HR, and press the CH/ENTER knob again to enter the selected time format.
  • Page 61: Radio Setup Submenu

    RADIO SETUP SUBMENU The Radio Setup submenu under the Setup Menu allows you to set the following information: • The name of a channel. • Ring volume for incoming calls. • Beep volume for alerts. • Whether the internal speaker is turned on or off. CONTACTS LOCAL/DIST BACKLIGHT...
  • Page 62: Channel Name Display And Editing

    RADIO SETUP: CHANNEL NAME DISPLAY AND EDITING You can associate a text name with a channel, and display the name on the LCD below the channel number, or suppress the display of the name; you can also delete an existing text name. >CH NAME RING VOLUME BEEP VOLUME...
  • Page 63: Ring Volume Adjustment

    To delete a name tag from a saved channel: 1. From the Radio Setup Submenu, select CH NAME, then CH INFO, then press the CH/ENTER knob. The screen will display the channel name associated with that channel. 2. Select DELETE and press the CH/ENTER knob to see the YES/NO confirmation message.
  • Page 64: Beep Volume Adjustment

    RADIO SETUP: BEEP VOLUME ADJUSTMENT This setting allows you to set the key beep tone volume level. 1. From the Radio Setup Submenu, select BEEP VOL to display the beep volume setting choices, and choose either HIGH, LOW or OFF using the CH/ENTER knob. CH NAME RING VOLUME >BEEP VOLUME...
  • Page 65: Dsc Setup Submenu

    DSC SETUP SUBMENU The DSC Setup submenu under the Setup Menu allows you to set the following information for the DSC/ATIS function: • The User MMSI assigned to your radio (can ONLY be set once). • Up to three Group Names and associated MMSIs. •...
  • Page 66: Enter Your User Mmsi

    The Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) number is the nine-digit number used on marine radios like your VHF255S that are capable of using Digital Selective Calling (DSC). This number is used like a telephone number to call other vessels individually and automatically.
  • Page 67 4. If the User MMSI is blank, a dashed line will be displayed. Turn the CH/ENTER knob back and forth to enter the User MMSI along the dashed line. Press the CH/ENTER knob to confirm each correct entry and to be advanced automatically to the next digit.
  • Page 68: Create And Manage Group Mmsis

    DSC SETUP: CREATE AND MANAGE GROUP MMSIS You can save up to three Group MMSI numbers and associated Group names. Group MMSI numbers always begin with a zero (0). You will only enter the last 8 digits of the Group MMSI, as the intial “0” is entered automatically. To enter Group MMSIs: 1.
  • Page 69 To edit an existing Group MMSI entry: 1. From the DSC Setup Submenu, select GROUP MMSI, then select an existing Group Name and press the CH/ENTER knob to see the EDIT and DELETE choices for the selected Group Name and associated MMSI. Select the Group Name or only the desired MMSI.
  • Page 70: Individual Reply

    DSC SETUP: INDIVIDUAL REPLY You can set up your radio to respond to incoming individual calls with either an automatic response or to wait for you to reply manually. 1. From the DSC Setup Submenu, select INDIV REPLY to display the INDIV REPLY MANUAL or AUTOMATIC choices.
  • Page 71: Position Reply

    DSC SETUP: POSITION REPLY You can set the radio to respond to a Position Request in one of three ways: Automatic, Manual, or Off (no response). 1. From the DSC Setup Submenu, select POS REPLY, then choose either AUTOMATIC, MANUAL, and OFF using the CH/ENTER knob. USER MMSI GROUP MMSI INDIV REPLY...
  • Page 72: Maintenance

    NOTE: Do not attempt to repair the VHF255S yourself, as there are no user serviceable parts inside, and special tools and techniques are required for reassembly in order to maintain the waterproof integrity of the housing.
  • Page 73: No Sound From The Speaker

    NO SOUND FROM THE SPEAKER If your VHF255S speaker is not emitting sound, refer to the Installation section, and make sure that: • The volume control is turned up high enough for you to hear. • SQUELCH is set to the threshold point.
  • Page 74: Year Limited Warranty

    We warrant the original retail purchaser that products made by Humminbird® have been manufactured free from defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty for the VHF255S radio is effective for three years from the date of original retail purchase. Humminbird® products found to be defective and covered by this warranty will be replaced or repaired free of charge at Humminbird's option and returned to the customer freight prepaid.
  • Page 75: Humminbird® Service Policy

    We reserve the right to deem any product unserviceable when replacement parts are no longer available or impossible to obtain. This Service Policy is valid in the United States only. This applies only to Humminbird® products returned to our factory in Eufaula, Alabama. This Service Policy is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 76: Returning Your Unit For Service

    • Include a brief written description of the problem. • Include a copy of your receipt (to show proof and date of purchase). • Return product freight prepaid to Humminbird®, using an insured carrier with delivery confirmation. For OUT-OF-WARRANTY service, complete the following steps: •...
  • Page 77: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Channels ....... . All U.S., Canadian and International Channels .
  • Page 78: Marine Channels

    MARINE CHANNELS Refer to the following Marine Channels tables, depending on your location. NOAA* Weather Radio Frequencies Channel * NOAA stands for National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Frequency (MHz) 163.275 162.550 162.400 162.475 162.425 162.450 162.500 162.525 161.650 161.775 NOAA Weather. NOAA Weather.
  • Page 79 U.S. Marine Channels Channel Ship Transmit Ship Receive 156.050 156.050 156.250 156.250 156.300 156.300 156.350 156.350 156.400 156.400 156.450 156.450 156.500 156.500 156.550 156.550 156.600 156.600 156.650 156.650 156.700 156.700 156.750 156.800 156.800 156.850 156.850 156.900 156.900 156.950 156.950 157.000 161.600 157.000 157.000...
  • Page 80 Channel Ship Transmit 157.350 157.400 156.175 156.275 156.325 156.375 156.425 156.475 156.525 156.575 156.625 156.675 156.725 156.875 156.925 156.975 157.025 157.075 157.125 157.175 157.225 157.275 157.325 157.425 * VTS stands for Vessel Traffic Service, and is a system that provides active monitoring and navigational advice for vessels in particularly confined and busy waterways.
  • Page 81 International Marine Channels Channel Ship Transmit Ship Receive 156.050 156.100 156.150 156.200 156.250 156.300 156.350 156.400 156.450 156.500 156.550 156.600 156.650 156.700 15 (1) 156.750 156.800 17 (1) 156.850 156.900 156.950 157.000 157.050 157.100 157.150 157.200 157.250 157.300 157.350 157.400 156.025 156.075 160.650...
  • Page 82 Channel Ship Transmit 156.125 156.175 156.225 156.275 156.325 156.375 156.425 156.475 156.575 156.625 156.675 156.725 156.875 156.925 156.975 157.025 157.075 157.125 157.175 157.225 157.275 157.325 157.375 157.425 1. For channels 15 and 17, output power is fixed at 1 Watt only. Transmission at high power is not permitted.
  • Page 83 Canadian Marine Channels Channel Ship Transmit Ship Receive 156.050 156.100 156.150 156.200 156.250 156.300 156.350 156.400 156.450 156.500 156.550 156.600 156.650 156.700 156.750 156.800 156.850 156.900 156.950 157.000 157.050 157.100 157.150 157.200 157.250 157.300 157.350 157.400 160.650 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 160.700 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 160.750...
  • Page 84 Channel Ship Transmit 156.025 156.075 156.125 156.175 156.225 156.275 156.325 156.375 156.425 156.475 156.575 156.625 156.975 157.025 157.075 157.125 157.225 157.275 157.325 157.375 157.425 * VTS stands for Vessel Traffic Service, and is a system that provides active monitoring and navigational advice for vessels in particularly confined and busy waterways.
  • Page 85: Menu Tree

    MENU TREE The following schematic shows the relationship between the various menu choices that may be displayed on the LCD. DSC CALL TYPE LIST These menu choices appear when you press the DSC/MENU key.
  • Page 86 SETUP MENU These menu choices appear when you press and hold the DSC/MENU key.
  • Page 87 NOTES...
  • Page 88 NOTES...
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  • Page 90: Contact Humminbird

    Contact Humminbird® Contact the Humminbird® Customer Resource Center in any of the following ways: By Telephone: (Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Central Standard Time): 1-800-633-1468 By e-mail: (typically we respond to your e-mail within three business days): custserv@johnsonoutdoors.com...

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