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  • Page 1 RS20 User Guide ENGLISH simrad-yachting.com...
  • Page 2 This device’s antenna must be installed in accordance with provided instructions; and it must be operated with minimum 89cm spacing between the antennas and all person’s body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist and feet) RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 3 89cm between the radiator & your body. ISEDC exposition aux radiations: Cet équipement est conforme avec ISEDC les limites d’exposition aux rayonnements définies pour contrôlé environnement. Cet émetteur ne doit pas être co-localisés ou fonctionner en RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 4 • Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help This radio complies with IEEE and ICNIRP exposure limits for occupational/controlled RF exposure environment at operating duty factors of up to 50% and is authorized by the FCC/ISEDC for occupational use only RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 5 UK - United Kingdom GR - Greece NO - Norway Trademarks Simrad® and Navico® are registered trademarks of Navico. NMEA® and NMEA 2000® are registered trademarks of the National Marine Electronics Association. Navico recommends that you check the radio operating licensing requirements of your country before using this VHF radio.
  • Page 6 About this manual This manual is a reference guide for installing and operating a RS20 VHF radio. Important text that requires special attention from the reader is emphasized as follows: ¼...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    My channels Shortcuts Installation Checklist Installation options Selecting a suitable mounting location First startup configuration Specifications Channel charts EU and INTERNATIONAL channel chart USA channel chart CANADA channel chart Dimensional drawings NMEA 2000 compliant PGN list Contents | RS20 operator manual...

  • Page 8: General Information

    General Information Your RS20 provides the following useful features: • Prominent channel display • Adjustable contrast settings for the LCD • Adjustable keypad backlighting for easy night-time use • Waterproof and submersible to comply with IPx7 • GPS latitude and longitude (LL) and time display (when connected to a GPS source) •...

  • Page 9: How To Display And Navigate Menus

    To step backwards, press the MENU button. Press X to cancel entry and return to previous menu. LCD symbols and meanings When the RS20 starts up it momentarily displays the brand, model, region, software version, and MMSI. General Information |...
  • Page 10 Weather channel bank active (USA/CAN) replaces channelbank icon temporarily Channel is saved in the MY CHANNELS list Track your Buddy feature is active TRI watch or DUAL scan is active GPS simulator is active 10 | General Information | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 11 Time (derived from GPS) - UTC offset is applied Latitude/Longitude Squelch level indicator Channel number (2 or 4 digits) The USA channel bank is active DSC functionality is enabled, but autoswitch is off Weather alert function is enabled | 11 General Information | RS20 operator manual...

  • Page 12: Key Functions

    Short press (US/CAN models): press to hear the most recently selected NOAA/Canadian weather station. For all other models, changes channel to user programmed choice. Long press (non US/CAN models only): to store current channel as the 12 | General Information | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 13 This call is broadcast to all DSC equipped radios, so will create an alarm on every DSC radio within range. If position information is available it will be included in the transmition. | 13 General Information | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 14 Holding either key will, after a short delay, step rapidly through the channels. PTT (handset mic only) Push-to-talk button. Press button to transmit. Only depress for duration of message to be broadcast. Radio can’t receive while it is transmitting. 14 | General Information | RS20 operator manual...

  • Page 15: The Radio Menus

    Scanning is not available if ATIS mode is turned on. All scan Scans all channels cyclically. All channels + 16 Scans all channels cyclically, but checks the priority channel after every channel step | 15 The radio menus | RS20 operator manual...

  • Page 16: Watch

    Allows a watch channel to be selected from all available channels. Selected channel is used by TRI WATCH mode. ¼ Note: If the radio is configured for USA market, two priority channels are watched: Channel 9 and Channel 16. 16 | The radio menus | RS20 operator manual...

  • Page 17: Display

    To keep backlight control inpedenent, set to a value not used elsewhere. Contrast Select to make adjustment of the screens contrast, using the Channel knob. Range is 00 to 10. | 17 The radio menus | RS20 operator manual...

  • Page 18: Radio Setup

    Select to allow adjustment of key beep volume. Volume can be set from 00 - 10 (where 00 is off, and 10 is loudest). Units Select SPEED to choose whether displayed in KNOTS, MPH, or KPH 18 | The radio menus | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 19 CHECKSUM Select to toggle ON or OFF. When enabled, data will be ignored if checksum does not match (ie no tolerance to data corruption). | 19 The radio menus | RS20 operator manual...

  • Page 20: Dsc Setup

    DSC Function It’s recommended DSC functionality is always enabled, unless operating the vessel in an ATIS region. An MMSI number must be entered in radio before the DSC function can be enabled. 20 | The radio menus | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 21 DO NOT enter a random ‘made up’ number. ¼ Note: Contact a Simrad dealer if you need to change your ATIS ID after initial input. Individual acknowledge (“INDIVIDUAL ACK”) The radio can be configured to automatically acknowledge an incoming ‘individual’...
  • Page 22 Enabling this feature will allow the radio to raise an alert for DSC distress calls, even when the DSC feature is turned off. This will work regardless of whether or not an MMSI number has been entered. 22 | The radio menus | RS20 operator manual...

  • Page 23: Alarms

    It comprises of an audible alarm and visual alarm; WX alert function Turns ON or OFF the radios response to weather alerts. This includes; automatic switching to the last used weather channel, audible alarm, screen message, and flashing backlight. | 23 The radio menus | RS20 operator manual...

  • Page 24: Reset

    Reset Use this setting to return every setting to the factory defaults except all MMSI settings, entries in your buddy list and any customized channel names. 24 | The radio menus | RS20 operator manual...

  • Page 25: Dsc Call Menu

    The nature of the distress call must be selected from the list of options - this will be displayed on other radios receiving the call. After the Distress Call is sent, the radio waits for an acknowledgment. | 25 DSC call menu | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 26 GCID, or by selecting a group from the RECENT list. When the SEND TO page is displayed, turn the channel knob to select the channel to use for voice communication. 26 | DSC call menu | RS20 operator manual...

  • Page 27: Track Buddy

    Up to 5 vessels from the Contacts list can be sent recurring position requests, at an adjustable time interval. The buddy list is saved permanently in memory, and tracking can be turned on and off as required. | 27 DSC call menu | RS20 operator manual...

  • Page 28: Contacts

    The frequency that ‘buddys’ are polled with position requests can be adjusted, varying between 5 to 60 minutes. Contacts Used for the administation and calling of all individual Contacts as well as Groups. 28 | DSC call menu | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 29 ¼ Note: Adding a group to this list will in turn make the radio respond to a group call made from any other radio with the same group number in it’s memory. | 29 DSC call menu | RS20 operator manual...

  • Page 30: My Channels

    The available shortcut channels can be changed at any time using EDIT MY CHANNELS. ¼ Note: Channels on this list are also used in some SCAN options. Access to edit the MY CHANNELS list is also available from the SCAN menu. 30 | My channels | RS20 operator manual...

  • Page 31: Shortcuts

    It’s purpose is solely for displaying radio information in one easy to access location. It provides detail on the MMSI number, GPS data status, and Vessel Callsign (if entered). Once the desired shortcuts have been selected, they are accessible directly from the Shortcuts page: | 31 Shortcuts | RS20 operator manual...

  • Page 32: Installation

    Installation This Simrad DSC VHF radio is designed to generate a digital maritime distress call to facilitate search and rescue. To be effective as a safety device, this radio must be used only within the geographic range of a shore-based VHF marine Channel 70 distress and safety watch system.

  • Page 33: Installation Options

    +/-20 deg from the front of the display. ¼ Note: If unsure, temporarily power up the radio and ensure the loca- tion is suitable. 20° 20° 20° 20° | 33 Installation | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 34 Insert the two mounting knobs through the holes and tighten them sufficiently to hold the radio at the desired viewing angle. Fit the bezel trim to the front of the radio to cover dash mount screw holes. 34 | Installation | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 35 Use a 2.5mm (3/32” ) drill bit to drill the 2 pilot holes. Using a Philips screwdriver, secure the Mic mount using the supplied 3.5x20mm self-tapping screws to the mounting location. Hang the fist mic on the mount. | 35 Installation | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 36 External speaker - (gray/black): connect to 4 Ohm, 4 Watt (minimum) external speaker negative NMEA 0183 RX_A (yellow): connect to TX_A of chart plotter, or active GPS antenna NMEA 0183 RX_B (green): connect to TX_B of chart plotter, or active GPS 36 | Installation | RS20 operator manual...

  • Page 37: First Startup Configuration

    Enter MMSI number if known, or skip to next step. Re-enter number to confirm correct entry. ¼ Note: MMSI entry can only be done once. Changing the MMSI requires radio be returned to a Simrad dealer. | 37 Installation | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 38 This is why there is the confirmation screen when entering the MMSI. • An ATIS ID is only required in certain EU countries when navigating some inland waterways. It is usually a different number to your MMSI. 38 | Installation | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 39 • If you need to have the MMSI in the radio changed, the radio must be taken back to your Simrad dealer. ATIS Automatic Transmitter Identification System (ATIS) is required for vessels making VHF transmissions whilst on the inland waterways of the Regional Arrangement Concerning the Radiotelephone Service on Inland Waterways (RAINWAT) signatory countries.

  • Page 40: Specifications

    42 mm x 34 mm (1.65” x 1.3”), FSTN Contrast control: Backlight control: Antenna connector: SO-239 (50 ohm) Waterproof: IPx7 Dimensions: W=166.7 mm (6.56”) x H=89.2 mm (3.5”) x D=161.4 mm (6.35”) - without bracket Weight: 1.18 kg (2.6 lbs) 40 | Specifications | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 41 2.6 ± 0.26 KHz DSC TX deviation at 2.1K: 4.2 ± 0.42 KHz ATIS TX deviation at 1.3 KHz: 1.3 ± 0.13 KHz ATIS TX deviation at 2.1 KHz: 2.1 ± 0.21 KHz | 41 Specifications | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 42 Residual noise level: more than -40 db unsquelched Audio output power: 2 W (with 8 ohm at 10% distortion) 4 W (with 4 ohm external speaker ¼ Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. 42 | Specifications | RS20 operator manual...

  • Page 43: Channel Charts

    Recommendation ITU-R M.1084-5 Annex 4, Tables 1 and 3. The Table below also describes the harmonized channels where the digital technologies defined in the most recent version of Recommendation ITU-R M.1842 could be deployed. (WRC- | 43 Channel charts | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 44 160.625 TELEPHONE 156.075 160.675 PORT OPS 156.125 160.725 PORT OPS 156.175 160.775 PORT OPS 156.225 160.825 TELEPHONE 156.275 160.875 PORT OPS 156.325 160.925 PORT OPS 156.375 156.375 BRIDGE COM 156.425 156.425 SHIP-SHIP 44 | Channel charts | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 45 Nos. 51.69, 51.73, 51.74, 51.75, 51.76, 51.77 and 51.78. However, the use of the channels which are shared with | 45 Channel charts | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 46 (channels 10, 67, 73) may also be used, if so required, by the individual administrations concerned, for communication between ship stations, aircraft stations and participating land stations engaged in coordinated search and rescue and anti- 46 | Channel charts | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 47 Additionally, AIS 1 and AIS 2 may be used by the mobile-satellite service (Earth-to-space) for the reception of AIS transmissions from ships. (WRC-07) q) When using these channels (10 and 11), all precautions should be taken to avoid harmful interference to channel70. (WRC-07) | 47 Channel charts | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 48 Recommendation ITU-R M.2092, subject to coordination with affected administrations. (WRC-15) x) From 1 January 2017, in Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Seychelles, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Zambia 48 | Channel charts | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 49 Article 5. From 1 January 2017, the frequency bands 157.025-157.100 MHz and 161.625-161.700 MHz (corresponding to channels: 80, 21, 81 and 22) are identified for utilization of the digital systems described | 49 Channel charts | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 50 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 50 | Channel charts | RS20 operator manual...

  • Page 51: Usa Channel Chart

    COMMERCIAL 1018 156.900 156.900 COMMERCIAL 1019 156.950 156.950 COMMERCIAL 1020 157.000 157.000 PORT OPS 1021 157.050 157.050 US COAST GRD 1022 157.100 157.100 US COAST GRD 1023 157.150 157.150 US COAST GRD | 51 Channel charts | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 52 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 52 | Channel charts | RS20 operator manual...

  • Page 53: Canada Channel Chart

    160.725 CANADIAN CG 156.175 160.775 TELEPHONE 156.225 160.825 TELEPHONE 156.275 160.875 TELEPHONE 156.325 160.925 TELEPHONE 156.375 156.375 COMMERCIAL 156.425 156.425 SHIP-SHIP 156.475 156.475 COMMERCIAL 156.575 156.575 156.625 156.625 SHIP-SHIP 156.675 156.675 COMMERCIAL | 53 Channel charts | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 54 157.325 PORT OPS 2019 161.550 PORT OPS RX ONLY 2020 161.600 PORT OPS RX ONLY 2023 161.750 SAFETY RX ONLY 2026 161.900 PORT OPS RX ONLY 2078 161.525 PORT OPS RX ONLY 54 | Channel charts | RS20 operator manual...
  • Page 55 Canada weather channels Transmitting frequencies (MHz) Channel From ship From coast S/D/R Channel name Restrictions designator stations stations 162.550 CANADA WX Rx only 162.400 CANADA WX Rx only 162.475 CANADA WX Rx only | 55 Channel charts | RS20 operator manual...

  • Page 56: Dimensional Drawings

    Dimensional drawings 60 mm (2.36”) 165.9 mm (6.53”) 161.4 mm (6.35”) 56 | Dimensional drawings | RS20 operator manual...

  • Page 57: Nmea 2000 Compliant Pgn List

    126993 Heartbeat 126996 Product Information 126998 Configuration Information 127258 Magnetic Variation 129026 COG & SOG, Rapid Update 129029 GNSS Position Data 129044 Datum 129799 Radio Frequency/Mode/Power 129808 DSC Call Information | 57 NMEA 2000 compliant PGN list | RS20 operator manual...

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