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  • Page 1 RS90S Blackbox VHF User Manual ENGLISH simrad-yachting.com...
  • Page 3 Copyright Copyright © 2018 Navico Holding AS. Warranty The warranty card is supplied as a separate document. In case of any queries, refer to the brand website of your unit or system: www.simrad-yachting.com RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 4 RF emissions statements European Union This RS90S complies with CE under RED Directive 2014/53/EU. The relevant Declaration of conformity is available in the product’s section at the following website: www.simrad-yachting.com. United States Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two...
  • Page 5 (p.i.r.e.) ne dépassepas l’intensité nécessaire à l’établissement d’une communication satisfaisante. This radio transmitter (RS90S) has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated.
  • Page 6 Le présent émetteur radio (RS90S) a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d’antenne énumérés ci- dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal et l’impédance requise pour chaque type d’antenne. Les types d’antenne non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont strictement interdits pour l’exploitation de l’émetteur.
  • Page 7 About this manual This manual is a reference guide for installing and operating a RS90S VHF radio. Important text that requires special attention from the reader is emphasized as follows: ¼...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Favourite channel (non-US models) Three favourite channels 3CH Scanning channels Using the hailer Using the fog horn Using the intercom Using the announce function Using the voice recorder Sharing NMEA 2000 data Waypoint procedures Adding a new waypoint Contents | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 9 Installing a wireless handset cradle External speakers installation options Transceiver external connectors Transceiver internal connectors Setting up the radio NMEA 2000 Network Setup Wireless handset setup Buddy list setup Radio setup DSC Setup AIS Setup GPS setup General setup Contents | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 10: Contents | Rs90S User Manual

    Appendix 2 - Keys reference Appendix 3 - Beep tones and call alerts Appendix 4 - Warning Messages Appendix 5 - AIS information Appendix 6 - Technical specification Appendix 7 - Channel charts 10 | Contents | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 11: Introduction

    Introduction The Simrad RS90S VHF radio is a comprehensive solution for marine VHF radio applications. The radio comprises: • RS90S VHF transceiver. • One wired handset as standard, and optionally up to 3 more wired handsets. (Maximum of 4 wired handsets in total.) •...

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    Caution is advised to prevent possible skin burns. Handsets All the operating functions of the RS90S are carried out using the handsets. Each handset contains a microphone, a small internal loudspeaker and various buttons for controlling the radio.
  • Page 13 Volume control Function keys Keypad (wired handsets only). Subscribing a wireless handset At installation time, wireless handsets must be registered in the transceiver. For instructions, see “Subscribing a wireless handset” on page 85. | 13 Getting started | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 14 To shift control to HS1: Press [X]. The display shows “Take Control?” • Press [OK] to take over control. • Or, [X] to leave the other handset in control. 14 | Getting started | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 15: Handset Control Buttons

    Long press for menu. Short press to start dual-watch or tri-watch mode. Long press to start scanning channels. For more information on keys, see “Appendix 2 - Keys reference” on page 111. | 15 Getting started | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 16: Switching On And Off

    Turns off the handset itself. Displays “SYSTEM IS WORKING” with no backlight. ¼ Note: You can ignore the power-off menu and keep holding down [X] until the display shows “Release key to power off.” 16 | Getting started | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 17 A small icon located on the lower right of the screen shows the status of all connected handsets. The above example shows that handset 1 and handset 3 are online and this handset is handset 1. | 17 Getting started | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 18: The Standby Screen

    The unit selected is Nautical Miles (nm). • The destination waypoint is 8 nm away at a bearing of 275° true. • The current Cross-Track-Error is 0.5 nm to port (requires a course change to starboard). 18 | Getting started | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 19 Channel scanning in operation This channel is being skipped in the scan Tri watch mode The radio is transmitting USA channel bank is selected Auto Switch is set to OFF • Voice recording is ON | 19 Getting started | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 20: Modes

    Modes The RS90S has several different modes of operation. The main mode is standby mode, during which the radio is ready to send or receive VHF calls. Generally, pressing the [X] key will exit any special mode and return to standby mode.
  • Page 21 Normally the radio should be left tuned to the priority channel CH16 (CH16 or CH09 (US models)) in case an emergency call is broadcast on that channel. The RS90S can also be set to monitor several channels at the same time. In this case, the radio continuously scans the selected channels and, if activity is heard on a channel, it will switch to that channel while the activity continues.

  • Page 22: Adjusting Squelch

    Channel 16 always remains in high transmission power. • Some channels allow only low-power transmissions. If you try to change to high power, the RS90S will sound an error beep. • Some channels allow only low power transmissions initially, but can be forced to high power by holding down [H/L] and PTT at the same time.

  • Page 23: Ptt Key

    10 minutes, it beeps a warning and then automatically returns to standby mode. Shortcut keys The RS90S wired handset keypad includes a SHIFT key that modifies the function of some keys. • Press [SHIFT] to display the shift icon (S), and then press the number key to access the required function.

  • Page 24: Entering Data

    [OK] to select the required character. Warning messages See “Appendix 4 - Warning Messages” on page 113. Alert tones See “Appendix 3 - Beep tones and call alerts” on page 113. 24 | Getting started | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 25: Operating Procedures

    When you call a coast station, the coast station operator normally states a suitable working channel. Calling a buddy You can call a buddy using their MMSI on the DSC system. For further information, see “Introduction to DSC” on page 40. | 25 Operating procedures | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 26: Making A Channel 16/9 Distress Call

    Making a DSC distress call Using the DSC system (where available) you can make a distress call by pressing a single Distress button. For further information, see “Introduction to DSC” on page 40. 26 | Operating procedures | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 27: Receiving Weather Alerts (Us Model Only)

    91), the radio will monitor the WX channel you select. If an alert tone is broadcast from the NOAA weather station, the weather alert is picked up automatically and the RS90S alarm sounds. Press any key to cancel the alarm and to hear the weather alert message.

  • Page 28: Favourite Channel (Non-Us Models)

    Receiving a SAME ALERT If SAME ALERT is ON and an NWR or EAS alert for your geographic area is broadcast, the RS90S detects the alert signal and sounds the alarm. Press any key to cancel the alarm. • If the alert is being sent by NOAA NWR, the radio automatically tunes to the designated frequency so that you can listen to the alert.

  • Page 29: Three Favourite Channels 3Ch

    • Press [X]. Scanning channels The RS90S can automatically monitor more than one channel at the same time. It scans a selected range of channels, and when a valid signal is received, the radio stops scanning and remains on that channel so that you can hear the communication.
  • Page 30 SKIP channel selected, press [OK] to cancel the SKIP function. ¼ Notes: • You cannot skip the priority channel. • The SKIP icon will disappear when the radio is powered OFF/ON. 30 | Operating procedures | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 31 For US models, you can select Channel 9 as the priority channel (see “Priority channels” on page 21 ). • To scan both channel 16 and channel 9, see “Tri watch scan” next page. | 31 Operating procedures | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 32: Using The Hailer

    To exit tri watch scan: • Press [SCAN] or [X]. Using the hailer If the RS90S is connected to a suitable public address (PA) speaker, you can use the Hailer function to hail other vessels or deck crew. HAILER HAILER...

  • Page 33: Using The Fog Horn

    Using the fog horn If the RS90S is connected to a suitable public address (PA) speaker, you can use the Fog Horn function to sound certain international standard fog horn tones through the PA speaker. Press and hold [AIS/IC] until the HAILER menu appears.

  • Page 34: Using The Intercom

    If an alert such as ATIS, AIS, DSC or WX is received, or the [DISTRESS] key is pressed or a DSC call received, the radio will exit Announce mode and handle the alert or DSC call. 34 | Operating procedures | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 35: Using The Voice Recorder

    This allows the devices to work together and, for example, one display unit can show information from different sources. The RS90S uses N2K to share the following data: • Waypoint data to a chart plotter. See “Sending waypoint data to a chart plotter”...

  • Page 36: Waypoint Procedures

    See “Sending waypoint data to a chart plotter” on page 39. ¼ Note: The RS90S can store up to 200 waypoints. Adding a new waypoint Select MENU → WAYPOINT → WP LIST.

  • Page 37: Editing A Waypoint

    While the required waypoint is flashing, press [OK]. HARBR FISH1 FISH2 Select DELETE. If you select YES at the prompt, the waypoint will be deleted immediately. FISH2 WP EDIT DELETE TX WPT DATA | 37 Waypoint procedures | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 38: Navigating To A Waypoint

    Scroll to the required waypoint and press [OK]. When in Navigation mode, the distance and bearing to it from your NEAREST WP FISH1 current position will be shown on the bottom line of the standby FISH2 screen. 38 | Waypoint procedures | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 39 The display shows your list of waypoints. FISH2 WP EDIT DELETE Press [OK]. TX WPT DATA Scroll to the required waypoint, and then press [OK]. Select TX WPT DATA to send the data to the chart plotter. | 39 Waypoint procedures | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 40: Dsc Procedures

    DSC, your radio will sound an alert tone for you to respond to the call. If the RS90S radio is connected to a GPS system, it will automatically send your location when calling other stations. This is especially useful for distress calls.
  • Page 41 The process is automated to the extent that if you are under stress, you can simply press a single, dedicated distress button—the red button beneath the red cover on top of the RS90S handset. When sending a distress call, the DSC radio automatically transmits as much information as is available, including: •...

  • Page 42: Dsc Distress Calls

    The radio counts down the 3 seconds, and then: • Beeps loudly, • Displays “DISTRESS CALL SENDING” on screen, and • Sends out the specified distress call to all stations on channel 70. Release the [DISTRESS] key. 42 | DSC procedures | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 43 It can only be cancelled by completing the distress call cancel process as described above. • Call information is stored in the Distress Call Log. See “Calling using the distress log” on page 51. | 43 DSC procedures | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 44 Press ▼ or ▲ to scroll through details of the call, • Press PTT to talk to the coast station or other ship, or • Press [X] to exit the DSC session. 44 | DSC procedures | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 45: Sending Routine Dsc Calls

    52 TRACK BUDDY page 53 DSC TEST page 56 The above functions are explained in the sections below. To make a DSC Distress call, see “DSC Distress calls” on page 42. | 45 DSC procedures | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 46: Individual

    If there is no reply within 30 seconds, the display shows: “SEND SET INTER AGAIN?” You can then select: • [YES] to send again, or SUNBIRD INDIVIDUAL ROUTINE • [NO] to quit and return to standby mode. SEND? 46 | DSC procedures | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 47 If there is no reply within 30 seconds, the display shows: “SEND AGAIN?” SUNBIRD You can then select: INDIVIDUAL ROUTINE SEND? • [YES] to send again, or • [NO] to quit and return to standby mode. | 47 DSC procedures | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 48 Press [OK] to send the call request on CH70, or • Press [X] to exit without sending. ¼ Note: For information on receiving a group call, see “Receiving a DSC group call” on page 60. 48 | DSC procedures | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 49: Last Call

    Details of the last 20 distress calls received Sent calls log Details of the last 20 sent calls You can use the call logs to call back a vessel that sent a call. | 49 DSC procedures | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 50 If there is no reply within 30 seconds, the display shows: “SEND SUNBIRD AGAIN?” INDIVIDUAL ROUTINE SEND? You can then select: • [YES] to send again, or • [NO] to quit and return to standby mode. 50 | DSC procedures | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 51: Distr Log

    If there is no reply within 30 seconds, the display shows: “SEND AGAIN?” You can then select: • [YES] to send again, or • [NO] to quit and return to standby mode. | 51 DSC procedures | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 52 When the “SEND?” prompt appears, press [OK] to send the LL request. SUNBIRD LL REQUEST If the buddy radio responds with a position, the RS90S beeps: SEND? • Press the [SILENC] softkey to silence the alert. Press ▲ or ▼ to view the LL information received.
  • Page 53 Select that buddy, then press [OK]. • Select YES to delete, or • NO to keep the buddy in the list. TRACKLIST ADD NEW ¼ Note: The tracking list is limited to three buddies. | 53 DSC procedures | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 54 Select the buddy whose status you want to change. Select ON or OFF as required to change the tracking status and press [OK] to confirm. TRACK BUDDY START TRACK SET BUDDY TRACKLIST INTERVAL SET BUDDY BLUEBIRD KITTIWAKE SET BUDDY BLUEBIRD 54 | DSC procedures | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 55 LL position on screen. START TRACK For information on receiving a response to an LL request, see “Receiving a response to a DSC LL request” on page 61. | 55 DSC procedures | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 56: Receiving Dsc Calls

    Several types of DSC calls can be received from vessels or coast stations within range: Call type Page Distress page 58 Individual page 59 All ships page 59 Group page 60 Geographic page 60 DSC test call page 61 56 | DSC procedures | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 57 SILENC press ▲ or ▼ . You now have the following three options: ALL SHIP SAFETY FROM SUNBIRD • Press [ACCEPT] to switch to the requested channel immediately, AUTO SWITCH 00:08 ACCEPT | 57 DSC procedures | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 58 10 seconds. • When needed, press [PTT] to talk on the selected working channel. Receiving a DSC distress call See “DSC Distress calls” on page 42. 58 | DSC procedures | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 59 Press [X] to exit without acknowledging. ALL SHIP Use the procedures described in “AUTO SWITCH” on page 57 SAFETY FROM SUNBIRD to acknowledge the call, depending on your radio’s auto switch AUTO SWITCH 00:08 settings. ACCEPT | 59 DSC procedures | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 60 Press the [SILENC] softkey to silence the alert. Press ▲ or ▼ to view further information about the call, including the channel requested. Listen to the working channel for an announcement from the calling station. 60 | DSC procedures | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 61 To send an LL request, see “Sending an LL request for the position of a buddy” on page 52. • LL request data is not stored on the RS90S. Receiving a DSC test call You can set up the radio to respond to incoming DSC TEST calls with an automatic response or manual response.

  • Page 62: Atis

    When ATIS is enabled, the ATIS icon appears on screen. • In some European countries SCAN functionality is limited, and, if ATIS is enabled, the 3CH SCAN and Dual scan modes will be disabled. 62 | DSC procedures | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 63: Ais Procedures

    For general information about AIS, see “Appendix 5 - AIS information” on page 113. For information on how to configure your chart plotter or software to make use of the RS90S AIS data, see the manual provided with that product. ¼ Notes: •...

  • Page 64: List Of Nearby Vessels

    To zoom in or out: • Press [3CH] to zoom in. • Press [Scan] to zoom out. Scales available are 1nm / 2 nm / 4 nm / 8 nm / 16 nm / 32 nm. 64 | AIS procedures | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 65: Cpa Screen

    If the radio detects a T/CPA or CPA breach, the T/CPA Approach screen will automatically popup with an alert tone. Press [X] to stop the alert; otherwise, the alert will sound again after 1 minute. | 65 AIS procedures | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 66: Ais Target Information

    SOG: 0.0KTS COG: 0.0’ 55’51.240’N, 012’ 4 9.991’E TYPE: CARGO NAV STATUS: NOT DEFINED The display alternates between the first and next page every 5 seconds. When finished, press [X] to exit. 66 | AIS procedures | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 67: Installation

    Installation Checklist The following items are included in the RS90S radio package: RS90S VHF radio transceiver • RS90S transceiver unit • 2 m power supply cable • 8-pin terminal connector x4 • 2-pin terminal connector x2 • Spare 10 A fuse •...
  • Page 68 • Warranty Card ¼ Note: A VHF antenna is not provided by Simrad. An antenna with a PL259 plug is required. Consult your Simrad dealer for advice if required. System diagram legend RS90S VHF radio transceiver 12 VDC fused power supply...
  • Page 69 System overview diagram 12 VDC | 69 Installation | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 70: Positioning

    Caution is advised to prevent possible skin burns. RS90S VHF radio transceiver Make sure that the position of the transceiver: • Is at least 1 m (39 inches) from the VHF antenna.

  • Page 71: Installing The Transceiver

    Drill the 4 holes where marked with a drill bit suited to the selected mounting fasteners. Attach the transceiver using the supplied self-tapping screws or machine screws. 211.2 mm (8.31”) 195.1 mm (7.68”) | 71 Installation | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 72: Installing A Wired Handset Cradle

    See “Installing a wireless handset cradle” on page 74. 69.0 mm 20.0 mm (2.72”) (0.79”) 2 x 5.0 mm (0.20”) holes 1 x 3.5 mm (0.14”) hole 72 | Installation | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 73: Installing A Handset Cable Connector

    Each wired handset cable includes a connector assembly that must be installed in a bulkhead, dashboard or other suitable panel. Socket body Mounting surface Bezel Drill 24 mm diameter hole to clear socket body Connector cover | 73 Installation | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 74: Installing A Wireless Handset Cradle

    Attach the handset cradle using the supplied self-tapping screws or pan head machine screws. Connect the wire to a 12 VDC source via a 1 A fuse: • Red wire to 12 VDC positive • Black wire to negative. 74 | Installation | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 75: External Speakers Installation Options

    Temporarily fit the speaker and mark the four screw holes. Drill holes of appropriate size for fasteners to be used. Fit the speaker and secure with a small amount of sealant applied to the fasteners. Refit the plastic trim piece. | 75 Installation | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 76 Apply sealant to the cable and around hole. Fix the speaker with fasteners through it and the box, ensuring the logo on speaker and drain hole in box are aligned. Replace the plastic trims. 76 | Installation | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 77: Transceiver External Connectors

    Always mount the VHF antenna as high as possible and at least 1 m (39 inches) from the transceiver. Connector 14 - NMEA 2000 (N2K) connector The RS90S radio can be connected to an NMEA 2000 network using a cable (not supplied). For further information, see “NMEA 2000 Network” on page 83.
  • Page 78 78 | Installation | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 79 • All the necessary wires are included in the handset cable supplied. • The wired handset cable includes a connector assembly that must be installed in a bulkhead, dashboard or other suitable panel. | 79 Installation | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 80 HORN Wire to horn button Not connected Not connected ¼ Notes: • Use a normally-open horn button. • A GPS source is required to enable full functionality of DSC calling, especially DISTRESS calls. 80 | Installation | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 81 Use a 4-8 ohm speaker or loud hailer horn rated at no less than 30 W. Higher impedance will reduce audio output volume. Connector 11 - Programming connector This is a Micro-USB receptacle used for factory diagnostic purposes. | 81 Installation | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 82 To surface mount the external GPS-500 antenna, select a flat clean surface area that has a clear view of the sky. Mount the antenna using the supplied gasket and the 2 small screws: 82 | Installation | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 83: Setting Up The Radio

    The NMEA backbone must be terminated at each end. • The ‘drop’ cable to each device must not exceed 6 m. • Further information on NMEA 2000 is available on the Simrad website. | 83 Installation | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 84 MARK GOTO MENU PAGES NSS 7 12 VDC 1. Simrad chart plotter or MFD 2. GPS antenna (via NMEA 2000) 3. 12 VDC supply 4. NMEA 2000 backbone with termination 5. VHF antenna 6. RS90S VHF radio transceiver 84 |...

  • Page 85: Setup

    Setup Wireless handset setup Subscribing a wireless handset At installation time, wireless handsets need to be registered in the RS90S transceiver. Once registered, a handset automatically connects to the transceiver when both are switched on. For MENU SELECT AIS SETUP information about operating the handsets, see “Handsets”...

  • Page 86: Buddy List Setup

    52. • DSC track selected buddies; see “Tracking a buddy - introduction” on page 53. • DSC Test call; see “Sending a DSC test call” on page 56. 86 | Setup | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 87 Scroll to STORE or CANCEL as required and then press [OK]. BLUEBIRD EDIT DELETE To delete a buddy: • Select DELETE at step 3, and then YES. The buddy will be deleted BLUEBIRD from the list immediately. EDIT DELETE DELETE BUDDY BLUEBIRD | 87 Setup | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 88: Radio Setup

    Scroll to YES or NO as required and press [OK]. To delete a channel name: PORT OPS Use a similar procedure to the above, but select DELETE at step 3. EDIT DELETE 88 | Setup | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 89 Select MENU → RADIO SETUP → UNITS. WX ALERT Scroll to the required measurement units: METRIC, NAUTICAL or STATUTE, then press [OK]. UNITS ¼ Note: Nautical Miles is the only unit available in AIS mode. METRIC NAUTICAL STATUTE | 89 Setup | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 90 Short press [SCAN] enters tri-watch mode. • Long press [SCAN] scans all available channels. For further information, see: • “Priority channels” on page 21. • “Dual watch scan” on page 31. • “Tri watch scan” on page 32. 90 | Setup | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 91 The Weather alert symbol will be displayed on screen to show that the weather alert tone setting is on. Weather alert symbol: TONE ALERT Tone alert OFF With this setting, the radio ignores weather alerts. | 91 Setup | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 92 SAME CODE NEW CODE When prompted, select STORE and press [OK] to store the SAME 012011 code. Repeat if necessary to enter a maximum of 10 SAME codes. 92 | Setup | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 93 Select the SAME code for your geographic area. WX ALERT Select EDIT or DELETE as required. TONE ALERT SAME ALERT SAME CODE SAME CODE NEW CODE 012011 012011 EDIT DELETE CODE SELECT CODE | 93 Setup | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 94 Selecting the GPS source A valid GPS connection is required for DSC to function. The RS90S radio can use either it’s internal GPS system or an external GPS source. The internal GPS system required an external GPS antenna to be installed. Installation instructions can be found in the RS90S Installation Manual.

  • Page 95: Dsc Setup

    MMSI entered will receive the message. The RS90S radio can store up to 20 group MMSIs. In other words, you can be in 20 different groups.
  • Page 96 Edit the MMSI. (Note that the first number is always a 0.) SAIL CLUB FISH MATES Press [OK] repeatedly until STORE/CANCEL is displayed. Scroll to STORE or CANCEL as required and press [OK]. 96 | Setup | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 97 When ATIS is enabled, the ATIS icon is displayed on screen. ATIS SELECT • In some European countries, SCAN functionality is limited, and, if DSC IS ON ATIS is enabled, the 3CH SCAN mode will be disabled. | 97 Setup | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 98 It is not possible to have both ATIS and DSC on at the same time. If you want to enable DSC, you must first switch ATIS off. DSC FUNC • When DSC functionality is selected, the icon is displayed on screen. 98 | Setup | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 99 If Auto Switch is set to OFF, the icon will be displayed on screen to remind you that this feature is set to off. Additionally, the text “AUTO SW OFF” will be included in an All Ships or Group call. | 99 Setup | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 100 On receiving a DSC TEST call, requires you to press the [ACK] soft key to acknowledge the call. For information on receiving a DSC test call, see “Receiving a DSC TEST REPLY AUTO test call” on page 61. MANUAL 100 | Setup | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 101 Select MENU → DSC SETUP → TIMEOUT → NON AUTO. AUTO SWITCH TEST REPLY TIMEOUT Scroll to the timeout period: NO TIMEOUT, 10 MINS or 15 MINS, then press [OK] TIMEOUT AUTOMATED NON AUTO NON AUTO NO TIMEOUT 10 MINS 15 MINS | 101 Setup | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 102: Ais Setup

    38400. If 4800 is selected, a warning that data may be lost will be displayed. Select MENU → AIS SETUP → BAUD RATE. AIS SETUP AIS FUNC Scroll to 4800 or 38400 as required and press [OK]. AIS DISPLAY BAUD RATE GPS REDIR 102 | Setup | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 103 Use the ▲ and ▼ keys to raise or lower the CPA distance limit. BAUD RATE GPS REDIR AIS ALARM Press [OK]. ¼ Note: The CPA distance is always in nautical miles. 00.5NM | 103 Setup | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 104 Select MENU → AIS SETUP → TCPA. AIS SETUP GPS REDIR CPA ALARM Use the ▲ and ▼ keys to raise or lower the T/CPA time limit. TCPA Press [OK]. TCPA 05:00Min 104 | Setup | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 105: Gps Setup

    GPS setup If a GPS receiver is connected to the NMEA port of the RS90S, the radio will automatically receive the vessel’s position and local time from the GPS. If GPS data is not available for some reason, the radio will sound the NO GPS alert for 2 minutes (or until you press any key).
  • Page 106 You can toggle on or off the time display on the handset screens. Select MENU → GPS/DATA → SETTING → TIME DISPLY. GPS/DATA MANUAL SETTING GPS SOURCE Select ON or OFF as required. SETTING TIME OFFSET TIME FORMAT TIME DISPLY LL DISPLY 106 | Setup | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 107 Select MENU → GPS/DATA → SETTING → GPS ALERT. GPS/DATA MANUAL SETTING Select ON or OFF as required. GPS SOURCE ¼ Note: The default setting is ON for the RS90S EU and OFF for the RS90S US. SETTING TIME DISPLY LL DISPLY COG/SOG GPS ALERT...

  • Page 108: General Setup

    The GPS simulator is set to OFF whenever the radio is turned on or whenever real GPS data is available through the COM port. GPS SIM • The radio will be blocked from sending DSC calls while the GPS simulator is on. 108 | Setup | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 109 Reset to factory defaults This option returns every setting in the RS90S to factory default values. MENU SELECT AIS SETUP However, MMSI settings and entries in your buddy list are preserved. GPS SIM HS SETTING RESET Select MENU → RESET.

  • Page 110: Appendices

    Check the soldering of the external speaker cable. Transmissions are always on low power, even when high (Hi) power is selected. The antenna may be faulty. Test the transceiver with a different antenna. Have the antenna checked out. 110 | Appendices | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 111: Appendix 2 - Keys Reference

    Appendix 2 - Keys reference Reference The volume control is on the side of RS90S handset. This key also adjusts the volume of an external speaker, if connected. 16 / 9 Press [16/9] to immediately switch to the priority channel.
  • Page 112 For AIS setup, see “AIS Setup” on page 102. Hold down [AIS/IC] until the Hailer menu appears, see “Using the intercom” on page 34. Alphanumeric keys are used for entering numbers and names. (Wired handset only). 112 | Appendices | RS90S User Manual...

  • Page 113: Appendix 3 - Beep Tones And Call Alerts

    Similar to class A transceivers in many ways, but are normally lower cost due to the less stringent performance requirements. Class B transceivers transmit at a lower power and at a lower reporting rate than class A transceivers. | 113 Appendices | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 114 AtoN transceivers are mounted on buoys or other hazards to shipping in order to transmit details of their location to the surrounding vessels. The RS90S VHF radio includes an AIS receiver-only function. AIS Static and dynamic information Defined transmit rates for Class A vessels shown below are provided for reference purposes only.

  • Page 115: Appendix 6 - Technical Specification

    128 x 256 pixel LCD FSTN – 1.3” x 2.6” Contrast control Dimming control Yes; can be dimmed to no backlight Antenna connector SO-239 (50 ohm) NMEA 2000 connector Micro-C (5 pin) Waterproof JIS-7 (totally submersible) Compass safe distance 0.5 m (1.5’) | 115 Appendices | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 116 NMEA 0183, 4800 baud Comm. port NMEA 2000 NMEA 2000 NMEA 0183 input (receive) RMC, GGA, GLL, GNS NMEA 0183 output (transmit) DSC (for DSC call), DSE (for enhanced position). AIVDM (AIS) 38400 Baud 116 | Appendices | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 117 Number of channels 72 channels Horizontal accuracy <10 m Position fixing time Warm start: 30s / Cold start: 90s Position update interval 1 second typical ¼ Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. | 117 Appendices | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 118 129810 AIS Class B “CS” Static Data Report, Part B 130074 Route and WP Service - WP List - WP Name & Position 130840 Source Selection 130842 AIS and VHF Messages (Simrad Proprietary for AIS Class B ‘CS’) 130850 Event Command 118 |...

  • Page 119: Appendix 7 - Channel Charts

    156.400 COMMERCIAL 156.450 156.450 CALLING 156.500 156.500 COMMERCIAL h), q) 156.550 156.550 156.600 156.600 PORT OPS/VTS 156.650 156.650 BRIDGE COM 156.700 156.700 PORT OPS/VTS 156.750 156.750 PORT OPS 156.800 156.800 DISTRESS 156.850 156.850 | 119 Appendices | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 120 157.375 157.375 TELEPHONE 157.425 157.425 TELEPHONE 1019 156.950 156.950 TELEPHONE 1020 157.000 157.000 TELEPHONE 1078 156.925 156.925 TELEPHONE 1079 156.975 156.975 TELEPHONE 2006 160.900 160.900 TELEPHONE 2019 161.550 161.550 TELEPHONE 120 | Appendices | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 121 (AIS), and data exchange frequencies, especially the channels 06, 13, 15, 16, 17, 70, AIS 1 and AIS 2, nor the technical characteristics set forth in Recommendation ITU-R M.489-2 for those channels; | 121 Appendices | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 122 Such use should be in accordance with the most recent version of Recommendation ITU-RM.1371. (WRC-07) m) These channels may be operated as single frequency channels, subject to coordination with affected administrations. The following conditions apply for single frequency usage: 122 | Appendices | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 123 Stations using these channels or frequency bands for digitally modulated emissions shall not cause harmful interference to, or claim protection from, other stations operating in accordance with Article 5. | 123 Appendices | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 124 Until 1 January 2019, these channels maybe used for possible testing of future AIS applications without causing harmful interference to, or claiming protection from, existing applications and stations operating in the fixed and mobile services. 124 | Appendices | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 125 25 kHz contiguous channels. From 1 January 2017, the frequencies 157.125 MHz and 161.725 MHz (corresponding to channel: 82) are identified for the utilization of the digital systems described in the most recent version of Recommendation ITU-R M.1842. | 125 Appendices | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 126 From 1 January 2019, channels 1027, 1028, 87 and 88 are used as single-frequency analogue channels for port operation and ship movement. (WRC-15) Source: ITU Radio Regulations (2016); reproduced with permission from ITU 126 | Appendices | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 127 156.825 156.825 PORT OPS 156.875 156.875 PORT OPS 157.225 161.825 TELEPHONE 157.275 161.875 TELEPHONE 157.325 161.925 TELEPHONE 157.375 157.375 TELEPHONE 157.425 157.425 INTER-SHIP 1001 156.050 156.050 PORT OPS/VTS 1005 156.250 156.250 PORT OPS/VTS | 127 Appendices | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 128 NOAA WX1 RX ONLY 162.400 NOAA WX2 RX ONLY 162.475 NOAA WX3 RX ONLY 162.425 NOAA WX4 RX ONLY 162.450 NOAA WX5 RX ONLY 162.500 NOAA WX6 RX ONLY 162.525 NOAA WX7 RX ONLY 128 | Appendices | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 129 TELEPHONE 157.250 161.850 TELEPHONE 157.300 161.900 TELEPHONE 157.350 161.950 TELEPHONE 157.400 162.000 TELEPHONE 156.025 160.625 TELEPHONE 156.075 160.675 CANADIAN CG 156.125 160.725 CANADIAN CG 156.175 160.775 TELEPHONE 156.225 160.825 TELEPHONE 156.275 160.875 TELEPHONE | 129 Appendices | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 130 1025 157.250 157.250 PORT OPS 1026 157.300 157.300 PORT OPS 1027 157.350 157.350 CANADIAN CG 1061 156.075 156.075 CANADIAN CG 1062 156.125 156.125 CANADIAN CG 1063 156.175 156.175 TELEPHONE 1064 156.225 156.225 RESTRICTED 130 | Appendices | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 131 EAS (Emergency Alert Systems) alerts National Codes Event Codes Message Nature of Activation Emergency Action Notification (Na- WARNING tional only) ADVISORY National Information Center ADVISORY National Periodic Test TEST Required Monthly Test TEST Required Weekly Test TEST | 131 Appendices | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 132 Law Enforcement Warning WARNING Local Area Emergency WARNING 911 Telephone Outage Emergency WARNING Nuclear Power Plant Warning WARNING Radiological Hazard Warning WARNING Severe Thunderstorm Warning WARNING Severe Thunderstorm Watch WATCH Severe Weather Statement ADVISORY 132 | Appendices | RS90S User Manual...
  • Page 133 DSC ON C6, C7, C8, C9 DSC ON 31 (1W), 37 Holland ATIS ON EUR Default 31 (1W) DSC ON Germany ATIS ON EUR Default DSC ON EUR Default Austria ATIS ON EUR Default | 133 Appendices | RS90S User Manual...

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