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Software updates Check the Raymarine website for the latest software releases for your product. www.raymarine.com/software Product documentation The latest versions of all English and translated documents are available to download in PDF format from the website: www.raymarine.com/manuals.
USA licensing requirements ....................24 Canada licensing requirements ....................24 Europe and rest of world licensing requirements..............24 Additional information — Ray90 / Ray91 ................24 Additional information - wireless handset................24 Additional information - wireless charging holster............... 25 Additional information - wireless hub .................. 25 Additional information - wireless speaker................
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Setting time format and offset ....................81 Chapter 6 Wireless handset stations................83 6.1 Wireless handsets ......................84 Wireless handset charging ....................84 6.2 Connecting a wireless handset to the hub ..............85 Checking the Wireless hub's password ................86 Changing your wireless hub's password ................86 Changing the hub's wireless channel ..................
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Responding to a position request..................101 Setting automatic response to position requests ..............101 7.8 Phonebook .........................101 Adding a Phonebook entry....................101 Editing a Phonebook entry ....................102 Deleting a Phonebook entry....................102 7.9 Call logs ..........................102 Accessing the call logs ....................... 102 7.10 Test calls ..........................103 Making a Test call .......................
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10.1 Maintenance........................116 Routine checks ........................116 Unit cleaning instructions ....................116 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting ...................117 11.1 LED diagnostics — Ray90 / Ray91 Base station.............118 11.2 LED diagnostics - Wireless (Active) speaker ..............118 11.3 Troubleshooting ........................119 Performing a system reset ....................119 System test ..........................
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Appendix A NMEA 0183 sentences ................145 Appendix B NMEA 2000 PGN list ................146 Appendix C MMSI Regulatory bodies and application submissions.......147 Appendix D VHF Channels ...................148 Appendix E Phonetic alphabet ..................160 Appendix F Prowords ....................161...
Certified Installation Raymarine recommends certified installation by a Raymarine approved installer. A certified installation qualifies for enhanced product warranty benefits. Contact your Raymarine dealer for further details, and refer to the separate warranty document packed with your product. Warning: Product installation and operation •...
This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC Interference Statement (Part 15.105 (b)) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Raymarine. Raymarine is not responsible for damages or injuries caused by your use or inability to use the product, by the interaction of the product with products manufactured by others, or by errors in information utilized by the product supplied by third parties.
In addition, our policy of continuous product improvement may change specifications without notice. As a result, Raymarine cannot accept liability for any differences between the product and this document. Please check the Raymarine website (www.raymarine.com) to ensure you have...
Wireless hub mounting template 87331 Wireless handset charging holster mounting 87357 template Wired handset holster mounting template 87359 All documents are available to download in pdf format from the Raymarine® website: www.raymarine.com/manuals. SeaTalkng ® documentation Description Part number SeaTalkng ® reference manual 81300 Planning and connection of systems based around the SeaTalkng ®...
All images are provided for illustration purposes only. 2.2 Product overview The Ray90 and Ray91 are 12 V dc, Class D Digital Selective Calling (DSC) VHF radios. DSC enables you to make and receive calls to a specific radio, and to transmit and receive position information to and from a selected radio.
Description A80289 Wired handset Note: • To be compatible with the Ray90 / Ray91, the Wired handset must be running software version V1.23 or greater. • A passive speaker can be connected to the handset using adaptor cable A80297. A80542...
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Compatible LightHouse™ 3 MFDs Axiom™ Axiom™ Pro Axiom™ XL eS Series gS Series Compatible LightHouse™ 2 MFDs eS Series gS Series e Series c Series a Series Compatible Legacy MFDs E-Series Widescreen C-Series Widescreen E-Series Classic G-Series Document and product information...
Incompatible MFDs This product is NOT compatible with the following legacy Raymarine multifunction displays. Legacy MFDs C-Series Classic A-Series Classic...
The following parts are supplied with your product. Please ensure your box contents are correct before proceeding with the installation. Ray90 / Ray91 VHF DSC Radio base station (including fitted power and data cable). 2. Wired handset holster. 3. Wired handset.
It is your responsibility to determine whether a license is required in your area before operating this equipment. Additional information — Ray90 / Ray91 The following additional information is required for completing a license application in Canada and the USA.
If an MMSI number is not entered, the DSC functionality of your radio will be disabled. In the United States of America, the MMSI and Static Data must be entered only by a Raymarine® dealer or other appropriately qualified installer of marine communications equipment on board vessels.
• Ensure that the unit has a reliable power supply and that the update process is not interrupted. • Damage caused by an incomplete update is not covered by Raymarine warranty. • By downloading the software update package, you agree to these terms.
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4. Press the Handset Power button for 1 second, until the backlight turns on, and then release all three buttons. The Handset is now in update mode. 5. Now check for software updates using your MFD: • LightHouse™ 2 — From the Homescreen select: Set-up > Maintenance > Check Card for Updates.
3.1 Selecting a location Warning: Potential ignition source This product is NOT approved for use in hazardous/flammable atmospheres. Do NOT install in a hazardous/flammable atmosphere (such as in an engine room or near fuel tanks). General location requirements When selecting a location for the unit it is important to consider a number of factors. To ensure optimum performance, it is recommended that the display is temporarily powered up and tested, at the chosen location, prior to installation.
Requirement for ferrites on non-Raymarine cables. If your product is to be connected to other equipment using a cable not supplied by Raymarine, a suppression ferrite MUST always be attached to the end of the cable nearest to the Raymarine product.
The antenna must be isolated from the vessel’s metalwork using an insulated (e.g. plastic) mounting bracket. Multiple antenna installations Important additional considerations when installing multiple antennas. To prevent potential channel interference when installing two or more VHF radios on the same vessel, ensure that the antennas are located at least 2.4 m (8 ft.) away from each other.
Pre-installation site survey Before installing a wireless device, a site survey should be performed to ensure the wireless signal strength at the desired installation location is sufficient to maintain a reliable connection. You can perform a site survey using your smartphone or tablet and a wireless signal analyzer app, such as “Wi-Fi Analyzer”...
3.4 Product dimensions Product dimensions - Base station The Base station dimensions are listed below. 217 mm (8.54 in) 9.5 mm (0.37 in) 235.95 mm (9.29 in) 104 mm (4.09 in) 149.95 mm (5.91 in) 30 mm (1.18 in) 14 mm (0.55 in) 90 mm (3.54 in) 61 mm (2.40 in) The Base station includes a fitted power cable and data cable, The power cable length is 1.2 m (3.94...
Product dimensions - speakers The dimensions for the Passive and Active speakers are shown below. 118.5 mm (4.67 in) 112.5 mm (4.43 in) 18.3 mm (0.72 in) 26.4 mm (1.04 in) 25 mm (0.98 in) 30.6 mm (1.20 in) The Passive speaker includes a fitted 2 m (6.56 ft) audio cable terminated with a male RCA plug. The Active speaker includes a fitted 2 m (6.56 ft) power cable terminated with a spade connectors.
Product dimensions - Wired handset (Raymic) 167.34 mm (6.59 in) 151 mm (5.94 in) 66.9 mm (2.63 in) 70 mm (2.76 in) 46.7 mm (1.84 in) The Handset’s fitted, coiled lead can be extended comfortably to approximately 1 meter (3.3 ft.). Ensure sufficient space is available below the desired mounting area to accommodate the cable.
Product dimensions - Wireless hub The dimensions for the wireless hub are shown below. 26.7 mm (1.05 in) 68.04 mm (2.68 in) 32.16 mm (1.27 in) 70 mm (2.76 in) 109.2 mm (4.30 in) 121.6 mm (4.79 in) 6.2 mm (0.24 in) 87.72 mm (3.45 in) 29.14 mm (1.15 in) Min 106.95 mm (4.21 in) Max...
Product dimensions - Wireless handset and holster 173.33 mm (6.82 in) 50.5 mm (1.99 in) 71.41 mm (2.81 in) The charging holster is supplied with a fitted 2 meter (6.56 ft) power cable terminated with bare ended wires. 3.5 Mounting Tools required for installation Power drill 2.
Mounting the Base station Before mounting, ensure that your selected location meets the location requirements found in this document. • Also ensure you have planned the location for any additional components, such as the Handset or Speaker etc. 1. Using the supplied mounting template, mark the location of the fixing holes on the mounting surface.
1. Remove the speaker’s bezel. 2. Using the supplied mounting template, mark the location of the cut out and fixing holes on the mounting surface. 3. Using a 89 mm (3 ½ in) hole saw, drill out the centre cut out area indicated on the mounting template.
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1. Check the selected location for the mounting holster, a clear flat area is required, with sufficient space around it to place and remove the handset. 2. Using a pencil, offer up the holster to the desired location and mark the location of the screw holes on the mounting surface.
Pass-through panel kit mounting When installing handsets, the pass-through panel kit should be used to secure the cable’s connector to the panel the cable has to pass through. Splash-proof dust cap with lanyard Mounting plate fixings x 3 Mounting plate nut Mounting plate Mounting plate gasket Extension cable...
2. Ensuring correct orientation of the mounting plate, offer up the plate to the desired location and mark the location of the screw holes and the center hole on the mounting panel. To ensure that the handset’s connector points down when connected, orientate the mounting plate so that the lanyard grove is pointing straight up.
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1. Using the supplied mounting template, mark the location of the fixing holes on the mounting surface. 2. Drill holes for the mounting fixings using a drill with a suitable sized drill bit. 3. Screw the fixings approximately half way into the holes in the mounting surface. 4.
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Antenna orientation Radio waves are emitted from the wireless hub perpendicular to the orientation of the hub’s antenna. Keeping the antenna vertical should provide the best coverage for devices on the same plane as your hub. Positioning the antenna horizontally will provide better coverage above and below the hub. Installing the wireless hub antenna extension accessory An extension cable accessory (A80541) is available for the wireless hub’s antenna.
2. Using a pencil, offer up the Mounting plate to the desired location and mark the location of the screw holes and the center hole on the mounting panel. 3. Drill holes for the mounting fixings using a drill with a suitable sized drill bit. 4.
• Unless otherwise stated only use cables supplied by Raymarine. • Where it is necessary to use non-Raymarine cables, ensure that they are of correct quality and gauge for their intended purpose. (e.g.: longer power cable runs may require larger wire gauges to minimize voltage drop along the run).
Connections to other equipment Requirement for ferrites on non-Raymarine cables If your Raymarine equipment is to be connected to other equipment using a cable not supplied by Raymarine, a suppression ferrite MUST always be attached to the cable near the Raymarine unit.
Connection Connects to Suitable cables GNSS (GPS) antenna Passive GNSS antenna GNSS antenna’s fitted cable. connection Earth stud DO NOT CONNECT VHF antenna connection VHF antenna or Splitter VHF antenna’s fitted cable. Power and data connection • 12 V dc power supply •...
7 A (if only connecting one device) Note: • The suitable fuse rating for the thermal breaker is dependent on the number of devices you are connecting. If in doubt consult an authorized Raymarine dealer. ® • Your product’s power cable may have a fitted in-line fuse. If not, add an in-line fuse to the positive wire of your product’s power connection.
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Waterproof fuse holder containing a suitably-rated inline fuse must be fitted. In-line fuse and thermal breaker ratings For suitable fuse rating, refer to: Product power cable. Drain wire connection point. • It is recommended that the supplied power cable is connected to a suitable breaker or switch on the vessel's distribution panel or factory-fitted power distribution point.
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Waterproof fuse holder containing a suitably-rated inline fuse must be fitted. In-line fuse and thermal breaker ratings For suitable fuse rating, refer to: Product power cable. Drain wire connection point. Battery connection scenario A: Suitable for a vessel with a common RF ground point. In this scenario, if your product’s power cable is supplied with a separate drain wire then it should be connected to the vessel’s common ground point.
Important: To ensure power cables (including any extension) are of a sufficient gauge, ensure that there is a continuous minimum voltage of 10.8 V dc at the end of the cable where it enters the product’s power connector, even with a fully flat battery at 11 V dc. (Do not assume that a flat battery is at 0 V dc.
4. Tighten locking collars by Rotating clockwise. Wired handset extension cables Handset station cabling can be extended using approved extension cables. The maximum length of cable from the Handset to the Base station should not exceed 50 m (164 ft) 4.5 Wired speaker connection A wired speaker can be connected to a wired handset station using the RCA audio connector, available on the Handset adaptor cable.
2. You can also use a DeviceNet to SeaTalkng ® adaptor cable (not supplied) to connect your product to an available spur on your SeaTalkng ® backbone. 3. Alternatively you can connect your product to a NMEA 2000 backbone using a standard DeviceNet cable (not supplied).
4.7 NMEA 0183 connection The NMEA 0183 wires can be used to connect the unit to a NMEA 0183 GNSS (GPS) receiver or MFD. Yellow = Receive positive (+) wire 2. Green = Receive negative (-) wire 3. White = Transmit positive (+) wire 4.
4.8 Loud hailer connection A Loud hailer (M95435) can be connected to the radio using the loud hailer wires. Positive (+) hailer wire (Purple) Negative (-) hailer wire (Gray) 4.9 Connecting GNSS (GPS) and VHF antennas Your radio requires a VHF antenna to function as a radio. If you intend to use the radio’s internal GNSS (GPS) receiver then you will also require a GNSS (GPS) passive antenna to be connected.
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1. Feed the supplied heat shrink tubes over the connector ends of your antennas. 2. Plug the antenna connectors into the relevant antenna connections on the Base station. 3. Secure by tightening the locking collars. 4. Pull the heat shrink tubes down over the antenna connector, ensuring the connectors are fully covered.
4.10 Wireless hub connection The Wireless hub connects directly to the Ray90 / Ray91’s Hub connection. The Wireless hub is required to allow connection of wireless handset stations to the Ray90 / Ray91 base station. 4.11 Wireless handset charging holster – power connection To enable inductive charging of the wireless handset, the holster requires a 12 V dc power supply.
Thermal breaker rating 2 A (refer to note below) Note: • The suitable fuse rating for the thermal breaker is dependent on the number of devices you are connecting. If in doubt consult an authorized Raymarine ® dealer. 4.12 Wireless handset connections The Wireless handset connects wirelessly to the Wireless hub, and the Wireless speaker connects wirelessly to the Wireless handset.
In-line fuse rating Thermal breaker rating 2 A (refer to note below) Note: • The suitable fuse rating for the thermal breaker is dependent on the number of devices you are connecting. If in doubt consult an authorized Raymarine ® dealer.
Chapter 5: Getting started Chapter contents • 5.1 Handset controls on page 64 • 5.2 Powering the Base station on page 65 • 5.3 Homescreen overview on page 66 • 5.4 Multiple station operation on page 72 • 5.5 Adjusting Brightness and Contrast on page 72 •...
5.1 Handset controls Overview of wireless handset controls. Power — Press to power the handset on. Press and hold for 3 seconds to power the handset off. Momentary press to access the shortcut list. 2. PTT (Push to Talk) — Press and hold to send a voice message. Release to return to receive mode. Note: The maximum transmit time is limited to 5 minutes to prevent unintentional transmissions from occupying the VHF channel.
Wireless speaker controls The controls for the Wireless active speaker are shown below. On/Off and volume control — Turn clockwise to turn on and then increase speaker volume. Turn counter-clockwise to decrease volume and then turn off. 2. Pairing button — Press to place speaker in pairing mode. Pressing the Pairing button will also disconnect the speaker from the device it is currently connected to.
Powering the handset To power the Handset on and off follow the steps below. With the Base station powered On: 1. Press and hold the Power button, located on the top of the Handset, for 2 seconds. The Handset will power on. 2.
• CAN — Canada • WX — Weather Note: Special licensing is required to receive USA and Canadian channel sets. 3. Status text — Indicates the current radio mode e.g.: ATIS Mode active, Weather Alert, Scan mode etc. 4. New 4 digit channels — Identifies the first 2 digits when the radio is set to one of the new 4 digit simplex channels.
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Symbol Name Description Fog horn Indicates that the radio is in Fog horn mode. Transmit Indicates the radio is currently transmitting (e.g. the PTT button is being pressed.) Receive Indicates the radio is currently receiving a transmission Weather Indicates that the weather alerts mode is activated.
Symbol Name Description Power supply voltage too high Indicates the power supply to the radio is above the specified operating voltage. Indicates that a DSC call has been received GPS Fix Indicates if the radio has a GPS/GNSS fix. Main menu overview The main menu is accessed by Pressing the OK button from the Homescreen.
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3. Menu items The main menu includes the following items: Symbol Name Sub-options * DSC Calls • Individual call • Distress call • Position request • Group call • All ships call • Phonebook • Call logs • Test call •...
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Symbol Name Sub-options • Hailer ** Hailer/Fog horn • Fog horn ** Intercom • Intercom • Display set-up Set-up • Language • Units • Power output • Sensitivity • Noise cancelling (Tx) • ** Wireless set-up • Handset name • Key beep •...
Dealer set-up menu options With authorised Dealer hardware connected the Dealer set-up menu will be available from the Main menu. Menu item Description Options MMSI Enables editing or removal of Edit screen the stored MMSI number. ATIS Enables editing or removal of Edit screen the stored ATIS ID.
LightHouse™ / LightHouse™ 2 MFD Instrument display / Pilot controller VHF DSC Radio LightHouse™ 3 V3.4 or greater Multiple brightness groups can be configured. For example, these groups could be used to reflect the physical location of products on your vessel e.g.: helm and flybridge. Shared brightness requires: •...
5.8 Selecting a language for available languages. 2. Turn on AIS reception (Ray70 and Ray91 only) — Enables the built-in AIS receiver. This step is only applicable to radios with a built-in AIS receiver. See 5.9 Switching on the AIS receiver for more information.
5.10 Selecting a network type When connecting your radio to other devices it is important to ensure you select the network connection and type that you want data to be transmitted over. From the Main menu: 1. Select Set-up. 2. Select Network output. The following network types are available: •...
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Caution: MMSI and ATIS ID entry You can only enter the MMSI number and ATIS ID once! If you store an incorrect MMSI number or ATIS ID in your product, it will have to be reset by an authorized Raymarine ® dealer.
5.12 Entering your ATIS ID A unique ATIS ID must be entered before ATIS mode can be enabled. From the Main menu. 1. Select Set-up. 2. Select ATIS set-up. 3. Select ATIS ID. Not set will be displayed if no ATIS ID has been set. The first digit is set to a ‘9’...
Caution: MMSI and ATIS ID entry You can only enter the MMSI number and ATIS ID once! If you store an incorrect MMSI number or ATIS ID in your product, it will have to be reset by an authorized Raymarine ® dealer.
5.13 Changing the radio region Prior to using the radio you must set the Frequency band to the region your radio will be used in. From the Main menu: 1. Select Set-up. 2. Select Channel set-up. 3. Select Frequency band. 4.
If no position data is available then the latitude, longitude and time can be entered manually so that it can be included in DSC distress transmissions. Position data received from other vessels can be displayed on a connected Raymarine® multifunction display.
Selecting (GNSS) GPS information to display You can change the GNSS (GPS) data that is displayed on the Homescreen. From the GPS set-up menu: Menu > Set-up > GPS set-up. 1. Select Homescreen display. Selecting Homescreen display will switch between Location & time and Location & COG/SOG. The Homescreen display option is also available from the Display set-up menu: Set-up >...
Chapter 6: Wireless handset stations Chapter contents • 6.1 Wireless handsets on page 84 • 6.2 Connecting a wireless handset to the hub on page 85 • 6.3 Connecting the wireless speaker to the Wireless handset on page 87 • 6.4 Wireless set-up menu options on page 88 Wireless handset stations...
As a minimum the Wireless hub and Wireless handset accessories are required to create a wireless handset station. Additionally a Wireless speaker can be connected to each Wireless handset. After connecting your Wireless hub to your Ray90 / Ray91 Base station, the process for setting up a wireless handset station should be: Fully charge the Wireless handset.
6.2 Connecting a wireless handset to the hub Wireless handsets must be connected to the radio via a Wireless hub. When the Wireless handset is powered on for the first time you will need to connect it to a Wireless hub.
Checking the Wireless hub's password You can check the Wireless hub’s password at anytime using a Wired handset. 1. Select Menu. 2. Select Set-up. 3. Select Wireless set-up. 4. Select Wireless hub set-up. 5. Select Password. The current password is displayed. Changing your wireless hub's password If desired you can change the Wireless hub’s default password using a Wired handset.
6.3 Connecting the wireless speaker to the Wireless handset You can connect a Wireless speaker to your Wireless handset. 1. Power on the Wireless speaker. 2. Press the Pairing button on the front of your Wireless speaker to pair with a Wireless handset for the first time.
6.4 Wireless set-up menu options The Wireless set-up menu is available when a Wireless hub is connected. Menu item Description Options Wireless hub Enables you to search for and List of available networks. connect to a Wireless hub. Provides access to the Wireless •...
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Menu item Description Options Contrast Provides access to the Contrast • 1 to 10 level Key beep Enables adjustment of the • Off audible beep when pressing • Quiet (default) buttons. • Loud Wireless handset stations...
7.1 Digital Selective Calling (DSC) Traditional VHF radio systems require users to listen until someone speaks, and then determine whether the call is for them. DSC ensures that calls are received by alerting or announcing the intended recipient(s) first so they are ready to listen to the subsequent message on the relevant channel.
Individual (routine) Routine calls are used for contacting other vessels, marinas, or shore stations. Routine calls are made on channel 70 using the dedicated Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) number of the station to be contacted, selecting a VHF working channel and sending the call. Both radios automatically switch to the chosen channel for conversation.
Once the button is pressed a 3 second count down will begin, when the count down reaches zero the DSC distress call is transmitted. The Distress call is repeated automatically until it is acknowledged. 2. Press and hold the PTT button, then slowly and clearly speak the details of the distress in the following format: MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY This is —...
Cancelling a distress call after transmission A distress call can be cancelled after it has been transmitted. 1. Select Options. 2. Select Cancel distress. 3. Select Yes to confirm cancellation. 4. Select OK. 5. Press and hold the PTT button and make a broadcast to all stations giving your vessel’s name, call sign and MMSI number and cancel the false distress alert Digital selective calling (DSC)
Example: “All, Stations, All Stations, All Stations. This is: NAME, CALL SIGN, MMSI ID, POSITION. Cancel my distress alert of: DATE, TIME, NAME, CALL SIGN” 6. Repeat the broadcast described in step 5. Receiving a distress call It is expected that only a Coast Radio Station (CRS) will acknowledge DSC distress calls and will act as the coordinator for the rescue operation.
16. Otherwise the user is prompted to change channel manually. The details of the distress call are recorded in the distress log and the envelope icon will flash to let you know a message has been received. When connected to a Raymarine ®...
The radio cannot re-send a distress relay automatically. If required you can relay a distress relay message manually. If a distress relay is sent specifically to the radio then it can be acknowledged, otherwise acknowledgement is not required. Acknowledging a distress relay sent to your vessel If a distress relay is specifically sent to your vessel this will be because the sender deems you to be in a position to assist in the rescue.
2. Select the channel for subsequent communication. The call is transmitted. Once the call has been successfully transmitted ‘Sent’ is displayed onscreen and the channel is changed to the specified channel. 3. Press the OK button. 4. Press and hold the PTT button and speak the following message: SECURITE, SECURITE, SECURITE ALL STATIONS, ALL STATIONS, ALL STATIONS This is —...
7. Press and hold the PTT button and speak your message. 8. Release the PTT button when you have completed your message. Receiving an Individual call With an incoming individual call displayed: 1. Select Show info from the options to review relevant call details. 2.
Position requests can be sent to any contact stored in the Phonebook or by manually inputting the station’s MMSI number. When connected to a Raymarine® multifunction display (MFD) the position data from the request can also be display in the Chart app.
7. If the Contact name is less than 10 characters, press and hold the OK button and select Save. 8. Press the Back button at any time to edit characters you have already entered. 9. Press and hold the OK button and select Move cursor to edit an existing character. 10.
• Distress calls • Non-distress calls • Outgoing calls • Position log 3. Select a call and press the OK button to view details. 4. Select Options to view available options. • Call Back — return a received call. • Resend — only available in the outgoing call log. •...
Receiving a test call Your radio will automatically acknowledge received Test calls from other stations When a Test call is received a notification is displayed to alert you that a test call has been received and automatically acknowledged. 7.11 DSC set-up menu options The DSC set-up menu options can be accessed from the following menus: •...
8.1 Watch modes Watch mode monitors priority channels and the currently selected channel. There are 2 types of watch mode; Dual watch and Triple watch or Tri watch. • Dual watch — This mode monitors priority channel 16 and the currently selected channel. •...
Switching between priority channels 1. Press the 16 / + button to switch between priority channels. Setting a second priority channel You can select which channel you want to use as the second priority channel. From the Channel set-up menu: Menu > Set-up > Channel set-up. 1.
8.7 AIS receiver Depending on variant your radio may have a built-in AIS receiver. With the built-in AIS receiver switched on AIS information can be sent to a connected Raymarine® MFD using either NMEA 0183 or SeaTalkng ®. Note: If using the built-in AIS receiver and outputting over NMEA 0183, ensure that the baud rate is set to 0183 High speed: Menu >...
8.8 Set-up menu options The Set-up menu options can be accessed from the Main menu. Menu Description Options Display set-up Provides access to the display • Backlight settings menu. • Shared brightness • Contrast • Homescreen display Language Enables selection of the user •...
Switches the internal AIS • Off (default) receiver on and off on. • On Note: Menu only available on Ray91. Network output Enables you to select the • NMEA 2000 network to be used to output • 0183 High speed and receive data.
Chapter 9: Hailer, Fog horn, and Intercom Chapter contents • 9.1 Hailer Fog Intercom menu on page 112 • 9.2 Loud hailer on page 112 • 9.3 Fog horn on page 112 • 9.4 Intercom on page 113 Hailer, Fog horn, and Intercom...
For simplicity the procedures in this section all refer to the Hail/Fog/Int menu. 9.2 Loud hailer The Ray70, Ray73, Ray90 and Ray91 VHF Radios can be connected to a Loud hailer. In hailer mode anything spoken into the handset is amplified and broadcast from the hailer. The message is not transmitted over VHF/DSC.
Fog mode Description Pattern At anchor Vessel is at anchor 12 consecutive rings Aground Vessel is aground 3 short rings, 12 consecutive rings, 3 short rings Using the fog horn in manual mode From the Hail/Fog/Int menu: Menu > Hail/Fog/Int. 1.
10.1 Maintenance This product has no user serviceable parts or adjustments. Never remove the cover or attempt to service the product, doing so may invalidate your product warranty. To following preventive measures should be followed: • Although the product is waterproof, keep the unit as dry as possible. •...
Chapter 11: Troubleshooting Chapter contents • 11.1 LED diagnostics — Ray90 / Ray91 Base station on page 118 • 11.2 LED diagnostics - Wireless (Active) speaker on page 118 • 11.3 Troubleshooting on page 119 • 11.4 Power up troubleshooting on page 121 •...
11.1 LED diagnostics — Ray90 / Ray91 Base station Sequence Color Status Green • SeaTalkng ®Bus healthy, no communication faults. • All modules ready (GPS, VHF, AIS). • SeaTalkng ® Bus not connected. • NMEA 0183 not connected. • Connected but not receiving data.
If after referring to this section you are still having problems with your product, please refer to the Technical support section of this manual for useful links and Raymarine Product Support contact details.
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• If there is no change in the radio’s audio noise then the device is not causing RF interference. Note: If RF interference is present then it is likely that both VHF and AIS reception are being degraded by the device. Multiple antenna installations Important additional considerations when installing multiple antennas.
In the unlikely event that the product’s software has become corrupted, please try re-flashing the radio and the handsets with the latest software from the Raymarine website: www.raymarine.com/software If you have a handset in your system (Ray63 / 73 / 90 / 91 only) with old software, you might need to put it into programming mode in order to update the software along with the radio.
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Possible causes Possible solutions backlight will start flashing. This means that the handset is now in programming mode. Follow the update instructions provided on the software download web page.
11.5 Audio troubleshooting (transmission / reception) Problems with your VHF radio and their possible causes and solutions are described below: No audio transmission Possible Causes Possible Solutions Incorrect settings Reset the radio to factory defaults, using the Maintenance menu: Menu > Set-up > Maintenance > System reset. Dirt or debris blocking the microphone Check the microphone on the fist mic or Raymic to ensure on the fist mic or Raymic handset.
Passive speaker troubleshooting Passive speaker no alarm audio Possible Causes Possible Solutions Passive speaker connected to second Alarm audio is not available on passive speakers station connector. connected to the second station connector. Alarm audio should still be heard via the second station handset.
11.6 GNSS (GPS) troubleshooting Problems with the GNSS (GPS) and their possible causes and solutions are described below. Before troubleshooting GNSS (GPS) problems, ensure your product has the latest software, by checking the Software Updates page on the Raymarine website www.raymarine.com/software No fix...
If an MMSI number is not entered, the DSC functionality of your radio will be disabled. In the United States of America, the MMSI and Static Data must be entered only by a Raymarine® dealer or other appropriately qualified installer of marine communications equipment on board vessels.
11.8 AIS troubleshooting (Ray70 / 73 / 91 only) AIS functions are not available / working (Ray70 / Ray73 / Ray91 only) Possible Causes Possible Solutions MMSI number not programmed. Programme your MMSI number. Each VHF radio requires a unique MMSI number. In the United States, this MUST be programmed into the unit by an authorized dealer.
Software Base station / Handset The Handset and Base station must both be running compatible software, refer to the Raymarine website for details of compatible mismatch software versions: www.raymarine.com/software. Poor / damaged / insecure Check that the Base station radio is correctly powered.
To obtain information on compatible software versions and also to obtain the latest software, visit the Raymarine website: www.raymarine.com/software Cannot connect to hub Possible cause Possible solutions Trying to connect to the wrong device.
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Maintenance > About this unit. To obtain information on compatible software versions and also to obtain the latest software, visit the Raymarine website: www.raymarine.com/software It may be possible that the device has become Try updating software to a later version, or defective.
Chapter 12: Technical support Chapter contents • 12.1 Raymarine product support and servicing on page 132 • 12.2 Viewing product information on page 133 • 12.3 Learning resources on page 133 Technical support...
You can obtain this product information using diagnostic pages of the connected MFD. Servicing and warranty Raymarine offers dedicated service departments for warranty, service, and repairs. Don’t forget to visit the Raymarine website to register your product for extended warranty benefits: http://www.raymarine.co.uk/display/?id=788. Region...
Alternatively product information can also be displayed by selecting About this unit from the Maintenance menu: Menu > Set-up > Maintenance. 12.3 Learning resources Raymarine has produced a range of learning resources to help you get the most out of your products. Video tutorials Raymarine official channel on YouTube: •...
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Technical support forum You can use the Technical support forum to ask a technical question about a Raymarine product or to find out how other customers are using their Raymarine equipment. The resource is regularly updated with contributions from Raymarine customers and staff: •...
13.1 Technical specification — Base station The following technical specification apply to the Ray90 and Ray91. Power specification Nominal supply voltage 12 V dc (with over voltage protection) Operating voltage range 10.2 V dc to 16 V dc Fuse requirements •...
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• Beidou B1 Signal Acquisition Automatic Almanac Update Automatic Geodetic Datum WGS-84 (alternatives available through Raymarine MFD) Refresh Rate 20 Hz (20 times per second Concurrent GNSS) Antenna • External — An external passive antenna is required Horizontal Position Accuracy •...
IPx6 & IPx7 Connections Connection x 1 Wireless handset connection via 2.4GHz Wireless connection VHF radio compatibility (via wireless • Ray90 / Ray91 hub) • Ray63 / Ray73 13.8 Radio usage The radio can be used worldwide, including the following European countries:...
14.1 Ray90 / Ray91 spares The following spares are available for the Ray90 / Ray91: R70624 Ray90 base station R70625 Ray91 base station Wireless handset R70616 Wireless handset charging holster R70617 R70618 Volume knob for the wireless active speaker R70619...
Part number Description A80544 Wireless handset including charging holster R70739 Wireless hub adaptor for Ray63/Ray73 14.4 SeaTalkng ® cables and accessories SeaTalkng ® cables and accessories for use with compatible products. Part No Description Notes Includes: T70134 Starter kit • 1 x 5 Way connector (A06064) •...
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Part No Description Notes A80001 Inline terminator Provides direct connection of a spur cable to the end of a backbone cable. No T-piece required. A06032 Spur blanking plug R12112 Connects an SPX course computer or an ACU / SPX SeaTalkng ® spur ACU to a SeaTalkng ®...
Appendix A NMEA 0183 sentences The radio supports the following NMEA 0183 sentences. Ray90 Ray91 Sentence Description Receive Transmit Receive Transmit ● ● Digital Selective Calling Expanded Digital Selective ● ● Calling AIS VHF Data Link Message ● ● ●...
Appendix B NMEA 2000 PGN list The radio supports the following NMEA 2000 PGNs. These are applicable to NMEA 2000 and SeaTalkng ® protocols. Ray90 Ray91 Description Receive Transmit Receive Transmit ● ● ● ● 59392 ISO Request ● ●...
Appendix C MMSI Regulatory bodies and application submissions Country Regulatory Body Website links Ofcom http://www.ofcom.org.uk • www.boatus.com FCC (www.fcc.gov) • www.seatow.com • www.usps4mmsi.com Canada Industry Canada www.ic.gc.ca Australia Australian Maritime Safety http://www.amsa.gov.au/mmsi/ Authority (AMSA) Holland Agentschap Telecom www.agentschaptelecom.nl Belgium Belgisch Instituut www.bipt.be voor Postdiensten en Telecommunicatie...
Appendix D VHF Channels International Marine VHF Channels and Frequencies Single RX Freq Freq CH No. TX Freq (MHz) (MHz) 156.050 160.650 Public correspondence, Port operations and Ship movement. 156.100 160.700 Public correspondence, Port operations and Ship movement. 156.150 160.750 Public correspondence, Port operations and Ship movement.
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Single RX Freq Freq CH No. TX Freq (MHz) (MHz) 1024 157.200 157.200 For future use 2024 161.800 161.800 For future use 157.250 161.850 Public correspondence, Port operations and Ship movement. Available for VDSMS 1025 157.250 157.250 For future use 2025 161.850 161.850...
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Single RX Freq Freq CH No. TX Freq (MHz) (MHz) 2078 161.525 161.525 Port operations and Ship movement. Channel is limited to coast stations only unless otherwise permitted by UK regulation. 156.975 161.575 Public correspondence, Port operations and Ship movement. 1079 156.975 156.975...
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Note: Channel 06 may also be used for communications between ship stations and aircraft engaged in coordinated search and rescue operations. Ship stations should avoid harmful interference to such communications on channel 06 as well as to communications between aircraft stations, ice breakers and assisted ships during ice seasons.
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(New) (Old) TX Freq Freq Single CH No. CH No. (MHz) (MHz) Freq 156.375 x 156.375 Commercial. Used for bridge-to-bridge communications in lower Mississippi river (Intership only). 156.425 156.425 x Non-commercial. VDSMS. 156.475 x 156.475 Non-commercial. VDSMS. 156.575 x 156.575 Non-commercial.
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Note: Four digit channels indicate simplex use of the ship station transmit side of an international semi-duplex channel. Operations are different from that of international operations on that channel. 2. Channel 13 should be used to contact a ship when there is danger of collision. All ships of length 20 metres or greater are required to guard VHF channel 13, in addition to VHF channel 16, when operating within US territorial waters.
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(New) (Old) Areas Freq Freq Single of op- (MHz) (MHz) Freq eration 156.30 156.30 Intership, Commercial, Non-Commercial and areas Safety Maybe used for search and rescue communications between ships and aircraft. 1007 156.35 156.35 Intership, Ship/Shore and Commercial. BCC, GL, NL, INLD BC, WC 156.40...
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(New) (Old) Areas Freq Freq Single of op- (MHz) (MHz) Freq eration 1018 156.90 156.90 Intership, Ship/Shore and Commercial. BCC, Towing — BCC area. GL, NL, INLD BC, WC 1019 156.95 156.95 Intership and Ship/Shore. areas DFO / Canadian Coast Guard. Pacific Pilots — BCC area.
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(New) (Old) Areas Freq Freq Single of op- (MHz) (MHz) Freq eration 1063 156.175 156.17 Intership, Ship/Shore and Commercial. Tow boats — BCC area. 156.22 160.82 Ship/Shore and Public correspondence. 1064 156.22 156.22 Intership, Ship/Shore and Commercial Commercial fishing only. 1065 156.27 156.27...
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(New) (Old) Areas Freq Freq Single of op- (MHz) (MHz) Freq eration 156.77 156.77 Intership, Ship/Shore, Commercial and Ship areas movement. Simplex port operation, ship movement and navigation related communication only. 1 watt maximum power. 156.82 156.82 Intership, Ship/Shore, Commercial and Ship areas movement.
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• BCC — British Columbia Coast (Pacific Coast). • EC — East Coast: includes NL, AC, GL and Eastern Arctic areas. • GL — Great Lakes: includes St. Lawrence above Montreal. • NL — Newfoundland and Labrador. • WC — West Coast: includes BCC, Western Arctic and Athabasca-Mackenzie Watershed areas. •...
Appendix E Phonetic alphabet To help make call letters more clearly understood, and to assist in spelling out similar sounding or unfamiliar word, radiotelephone users employ the international phonetic alphabet. ALPHA NOVEMBER BRAVO OSCAR CHARLIE PAPA DELTA QUEBEC ECHO ROMEO FOXTROT SIERRA GOLF...
Appendix F Prowords Prowords can be used to simplify and speed up radio communications. Proword Meaning ACKNOWLEDGE Have you received and understood? CONFIRM Is that correct? CORRECTION An error has been made? I SAY AGAIN I repeat (e.g. important information). I SPELL Phonetically spelling of the word.
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Index Wireless handset ..........64 Accessories ............142 Dealer set-up............72 Wired ..............142 DeviceNet cables ...........144 Wireless ............. 142 Diagnostics AIS receiver ............108 Base station ............118 Applicable products ..........19 Wireless speaker ..........118 ATIS Digital Selective Calling, Enabling/Disabling ........
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