Introduction; Outlines; Features - JRC JSS-296 Instruction Manual

1.1 Outlines

The JSS-296 MF/HF Radio Equipment is designed for vessels navigating A2, A3 and A4 sea areas. It consists
of mainly the JSB-196GM Radiotelephone, NFC-296 Antenna Tuning Unit (ATU), NCT-196N DSC/NBDP
MODEM, NDZ-127J Data Terminal Equipment (DTE), NDF-268 Keyboard, and NAH-692 Power Amplifier, and
it provides the optimum GMDSS system for the superior performance, compact, lightweight and highly efficient
design of the units, which ensures easy operation for distress and safety calling as well as general
communications.

1.2 Features

Fully Complies with GMDSS Requirements
All the functions required by IMO resolutions A.804 (19) and A.806 (19) are equipped, and suitable for radio
installations of vessels navigating A2, A3 and A4 sea areas.
Inadvertent Distress Alert Protection
The DISTRESS button is protected by a cover to prevent inadvertent distress alert transmission.
AC/DC Two-way Power Supply
The Power Supply equipped in the NAH-692 Power Amplifier is connected to both AC mains and auxiliary
DC24V battery, and can switch them automatically.
Selfcheck Function
A Built-in high grade selfcheck function centrally controlled using JSB-196GM Radiotelephone ensures easy
maintenance.
Built-in Dummy Load for ATU Selfcheck
The dummy load for checking the NFC-296 Antenna Tuning Unit (ATU) is built-in and not required to connect as
extra unit.
Outdoor Installable Antenna Tuning Unit
The NFC-296 Antenna Tuning Unit can be installed outdoors such as on deck, ensuring effective emission of
transmitter power.
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INTRODUCTION

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