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RAY53 / 63 / 73
DSC VHF Radios
Software version: v2.07
INSTALLATION & OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS
English (en-US)
Date:
07-2024
Document number:
81381 (Rev 6)
© 2024 Raymarine UK Limited

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  • Page 1 RAY53 / 63 / 73 DSC VHF Radios Software version: v2.07 INSTALLATION & OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS English (en-US) Date: 07-2024 Document number: 81381 (Rev 6) © 2024 Raymarine UK Limited...
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Canada licensing requirements ......26 Applicable products ........... 17 Europe licensing requirements ......26 Applicable software version ........17 Rest of World licensing requirements Product documentation ....27 ..........18 Additional information – Ray53 ......28 SeaTalk NG documentation ........18...
  • Page 6 (ATIS) ................. 30 GNSS (GPS) location requirements ..... 43 CHAPTER 5 PARTS SUPPLIED........31 External GNSS (GPS) antenna location Parts supplied – Ray53 ..........32 requirements ..............44 Parts supplied – Ray63 / Ray73 ......32 Antenna mounting and EME exposure ....
  • Page 7 Dust caps ..............49 handset ................61 Bare-ended wire connections ........ 49 CHAPTER 10 NETWORK CONNECTIONS ....62 Connections overview — Ray53 ......49 Connections overview — Ray63 / Ray73 Connections overview — Ray53 .... 50 10.1 ......63 Connections overview — Ray63 / Ray73 10.2...
  • Page 8 Loud hailer connection (Ray73 only) Initial startup 13.1 ....74 15.10 ............90 Accessing the menu 15.11 ..........91 CHAPTER 14 POWER CONNECTIONS ..... 75 Selecting a language 15.12 ..........91 Power connection 14.1 ............ 76 Switching on the AIS receiver 15.13 ......
  • Page 9 Checking the Wireless hub's password Urgency calls ....99 17.3 ............108 Changing your wireless hub's password .... 99 Making an urgency call ......... 108 Changing the hub's wireless channel ....99 Receiving an urgency call ........109 Safety calls Changing the Wireless hub's name 17.4 ..............
  • Page 10 DSC set-up menu options Fog horn 17.11 ........113 19.3 ..............122 Using the fog horn in manual mode ....123 CHAPTER 18 VHF OPERATIONS......115 Using automatic fog horn modes ......123 Watch modes 18.1 ............116 Switching off Fog Horn mode ......
  • Page 11 ................147 Technical specification — Wireless handset 23.8 charging holster ............. 148 Technical specification — Wireless (Active) 23.9 speaker ................148 CHAPTER 24 SPARES AND ACCESSORIES ..150 Accessories 24.1 ............. 151 Ray53 / Ray63 / Ray73 spares 24.2 ......151...

  • Page 12: Chapter 1 Important Information

    Raymarine recommends certified installation by a Raymarine approved unit. installer. A certified installation qualifies for enhanced product warranty benefits. Contact your Raymarine dealer for further details, and refer to the Failure to observe these guidelines may expose those within separate warranty document packed with your product.

  • Page 13: Regulatory Notices

    Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will approved in writing by Raymarine Incorporated could violate not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful compliance with FCC rules and void the user’s authority to interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by operate the equipment.

  • Page 14: Licensing

    FLIR Belgium BVBA declares that the radio equipment types listed below are Water ingress in compliance with the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU. Water ingress disclaimer • Ray53, part number: E70524 Although the waterproof rating capacity of this product meets the stated • Ray63, part number: E70516 Technical water ingress protection standard (refer to the product’s...

  • Page 15: Product Disposal

    Please check the website Raymarine (https://bit.ly/raymarine-home) to ensure you have the most up-to-date Dispose of this product in accordance with the WEEE Directive. version(s) of the documentation for your product. The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive requires...

  • Page 16: Chapter 2 Document And Product Information

    CHAPTER 2: DOCUMENT AND PRODUCT INFORMATION CHAPTER CONTENTS • 2.1 Applicable products — page 17 • 2.2 Applicable software version — page 17 • 2.3 Product documentation — page 18 • 2.4 Document illustrations — page 18 • 2.5 Document conventions — page 18...

  • Page 17: Applicable Products

    Product software is updated regularly to add new features and improve Ray63 / Ray73: existing functionality. This document has been updated to reflect the following Ray53 / 63 / 73 software version: Applicable software version: v2.07 Document and product information...

  • Page 18: Product Documentation

    The following documentation is applicable to your product: Examples: Document Description [Cartography selection] • “You can select your desired cartography from the 81381 Ray53 / Ray63 / Ray73 installation and operation menu.” instructions (this document). • “MFD apps are accessed from the [Homescreen] .” 87218 Ray53 mounting template.

  • Page 19: Chapter 3 Product And System Overview

    • 3.3 Optional additional components — page 20 • 3.4 Optional wireless components — page 21 • 3.5 Compatible Raymarine® MFDs — page 21 • 3.6 Incompatible MFDs — page 21 • 3.7 Software updates — page 22 Product and system overview...

  • Page 20: Product Overview

    3.1 Product overview 3.3 Optional additional components The Ray53, Ray63 and Ray73 are 12 V dc, Class D Digital Selective Calling GNSS / GPS antenna (DSC) VHF radios. DSC enables you to make a selective call to a specific You can improve the performance of your radio’s built-in GNSS (GPS) receiver radio, and to transmit and receive position information to and from the using an external antenna.

  • Page 21: Optional Wireless Components

    Initial release or later “Classic” E-Series • 3.5 Compatible Raymarine® MFDs E80, E120 DSC distress messages can be displayed on Raymarine® MFDs / Chartplotters • Initial release or later “Classic” A-Series when the radio is connected via to one of the following MFDs /...

  • Page 22: Software Updates

    Raymarine® periodically releases software updates for its products. These updates provide new features, current feature enhancements and bug fixes which improves product performance and usability. Check the Raymarine® website regularly to ensure you have the latest software for your products: www.raymarine.com/software The software update process requires a compatible MFD, powered by LightHouse™...

  • Page 23: Chapter 4 Licensing

    CHAPTER 4: LICENSING CHAPTER CONTENTS • 4.1 VDES, IRR 2020 and BIPT Requirements — page 24 • 4.2 Licensing — page 25 • 4.3 Obtain MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity) number — page 30 • 4.4 Automatic Transmitter Identification System (ATIS) — page 30 Licensing...

  • Page 24: Vdes, Irr 2020 And Bipt Requirements

    CEPT ECC Decision (19)03 following the . For more information, refer to: v2.06 (app) / v2.27 (boot) • Ray53/63/73: https://docdb.cept.org/download/1452 v1.59 (app) / v1.09 (boot) • Ray90/91: To obtain the new software, visit the Raymarine® website: https://www.raymarine.com/en-us/support/software-updates-and- documents...

  • Page 25: Vdes And Irr 2020 Requirements

    If your VHF radio is set to the EUR ( ) Frequency band International software in your Radio MUST be updated by a Raymarine Service Dealer. and ATIS is set to , you cannot change to the INT ( Frequency band until ATIS is set to...

  • Page 26: Canada Licensing Requirements

    For more information, refer to the FCC website (Licensing tab): The following table lists the relevant issuing authority for licences in each https://www.fcc.gov/bureau-divisions/mobility-division/ship-radio- region, along with a link to the relevant website. Many authorities allow you stations#block-menu-block-4 to apply for a license online. Country Code Regulatory authority Website...

  • Page 27: Rest Of World Licensing Requirements

    Country Code Regulatory authority Website Country Code Regulatory authority Website Greece Hellenic Telecommu- Portugal Autoridade Nacional de http://www.eett.gr/open- https://www.anacom.pt nications and Post cms/opencms/EETT_EN- Comunicações Commission /index.html Romania National Authority http://www.an- Hungary National Media and for Management com.org.ro/en http://www.nmhh.hu Infocommunication and Regulation in Authority Communications of Romania...

  • Page 28: Additional Information - Ray53

    (*) Please be aware that the FCC does not make certificates available for Part 2 Type Approval. Additional information – Ray53 The following additional information is required for completing a license Additional information – Ray73 application in Canada and the US.

  • Page 29: Additional Information - Wireless Charging Holster

    Additional information - wireless hub Additional information Output power: 19 dBm Additional information 2. 4dBm ISED ID: 4069B–RAYHUB FCC ID: PJ5–RAYHUB Modulation: MIMO-OFDM/DSSS/CCK FCC type accepted: (*) Parts 2, 15 and 80 2. GFSK Output power: 19 dbm Frequency: 2412MHz to 2472MHz MIMO-OFDM/DSSS/CCK Modulation: 2.

  • Page 30: Obtain Mmsi (Maritime Mobile Service Identity) Number

    Note: 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 Contracting RAINWAT countries include: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, marine communications equipment on board vessels.

  • Page 31: Chapter 5 Parts Supplied

    CHAPTER 5: PARTS SUPPLIED CHAPTER CONTENTS • 5.1 Parts supplied – Ray53 — page 32 • 5.2 Parts supplied – Ray63 / Ray73 — page 32 Parts supplied...

  • Page 32: Parts Supplied - Ray53

    5.1 Parts supplied – Ray53 Description blanking plug. SeaTalk NG The parts listed below are supplied with the Ray53. 400 mm (15.7 in.) spur cable. SeaTalk NG 5.2 Parts supplied – Ray63 / Ray73 The parts listed below are supplied with the Ray63 and Ray73.
  • Page 33 Description Documentation. 4 x M4 nuts, spring washers and M4x25 machine screws (For Panel mounting). Protective antenna boot. 2 x M4x12 screws (For Fistmic hook plate mounting). blanking plug. SeaTalk NG 400 mm (15.7 in.) spur cable. SeaTalk NG Parts supplied...

  • Page 34: Chapter 6 Product Dimensions

    CHAPTER 6: PRODUCT DIMENSIONS CHAPTER CONTENTS • 6.1 Product dimensions — Ray53 — page 35 • 6.2 Product dimensions — Ray63 / Ray73 — page 36 • 6.3 Product dimensions — Fistmic — page 37 • 6.4 Product dimensions — Wired handset (Raymic) — page 37 •...

  • Page 35: Product Dimensions - Ray53

    6.1 Product dimensions — Ray53 Bracket mount dimensions Panel mount dimensions Dimension 192.50 mm (7.58 in) 121.00 mm (4.76 in) 173.75 mm (6.84 in) 25.00 mm (0.98 in) Dimension 168.00 mm (6.61 in) 156.00 mm (6.14 in) 88.50 mm (3.48 in) 134.00 mm (5.28 in)

  • Page 36: Product Dimensions - Ray63 / Ray73

    6.2 Product dimensions — Ray63 / Ray73 Bracket mount dimensions Panel mount dimensions Dimension 226.00 mm (8.90 in) 133.00 mm (5.24 in) 204.60 mm (8.06 in) 90.00 mm (3.54 in) Dimension Note: 199.00 mm (7.83 in) A maximum cable bend radius of 90 mm (3.54 in) is required to allow for the handset cable connector.

  • Page 37: Product Dimensions - Fistmic

    6.3 Product dimensions — Fistmic 6.4 Product dimensions — Wired handset (Raymic) Dimension 68.50 mm (2.70 in) Dimension 97.60 mm (3.84 in) 167.34 mm (6.59 in) 8.00 mm (0.31 in) 151.00 mm (5.94 in) 36.00 mm (1.42 in) 66.90 mm (2.63 in) 70.00 mm (2.76 in) 46.70 mm (1.84 in) Note:...

  • Page 38: Product Dimensions - Speakers

    6.5 Product dimensions — speakers 6.6 Product dimensions — Wireless hub The dimensions for the wireless hub are shown below. The dimensions for the Passive and Active speakers are shown below. Dimension 118.50 mm (4.67 in) 112.5 mm (4.43 in) 18.30 mm (0.72 in) 26.40 mm (1.04 in) 25.00 mm (0.98 in)

  • Page 39: Product Dimensions - Wireless Handset And Holster

    Note: Note: The charging holster is supplied with a fitted 2 m (6.56 ft) power cable • The Wireless hub includes a fitted 5 m (16.4 ft) cable for connection to your VHF Radio. terminated with bare ended wires. • If the installation requires the cable to be passed through a bulkhead or panelling, a 20 mm (0.79 in) diameter hole is required to allow the connector to pass through.

  • Page 40: Chapter 7 Location Requirements

    CHAPTER 7: LOCATION REQUIREMENTS CHAPTER CONTENTS • 7.1 Warnings and cautions — page 41 • 7.2 General location requirements — page 41 • 7.3 GNSS (GPS) location requirements — page 43 • 7.4 External GNSS (GPS) antenna location requirements — page 44 •...

  • Page 41: Warnings And Cautions

    7.1 Warnings and cautions Ventilation requirements To provide adequate airflow: Important: • Ensure that equipment is mounted in a compartment of suitable size. Before proceeding, ensure that you have read and understood the • Ensure that ventilation holes are not obstructed. warnings and cautions provided in the following section of this document: •...

  • Page 42: Power Supply

    For optimum EMC performance we recommend that wherever possible: electromagnetic interference (EMI). • Raymarine® equipment and cables connected to it are: Some common examples of such external equipment include LED lighting – At least 1 m (3 ft) from any equipment transmitting or cables carrying (e.g.: navigation lights, searchlights and floodlights, interior and exterior...

  • Page 43: Connections To Other Equipment

    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.

  • Page 44: External Gnss (Gps) Antenna Location Requirements

    Therefore, it’s important to check a Raymarine® declares a Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) radius product’s wireless performance at the desired installation location before of 1.8 meters (5.9 ft.) for this system, assuming 25 watts output to an drilling any mounting holes.

  • Page 45: Pre-Installation Site Survey

    or even block the wireless signal. Installation locations that are in close signal reading, during a 5 minute monitoring period. Try alternative locations proximity to these materials should be avoided. Do NOT mount wireless for the transmitter to maximise the signal strength to the displays; e.g. try products directly to conductive materials.
  • Page 46 8. Establish the signal strength of your hub’s wireless network at the chosen location. For reliable wireless performance the signal strength should be better than –75dBm, the closer the signal is to zero the better the wireless performance will be (e.g. –40dBm is better than –75dBm). 9.

  • Page 47: Chapter 8 Cables And Connections - General Information

    CHAPTER 8: CABLES AND CONNECTIONS — GENERAL INFORMATION CHAPTER CONTENTS • 8.1 General cabling guidance — page 48 • 8.2 Connections overview — Ray53 — page 49 • 8.3 Connections overview — Ray63 / Ray73 — page 50 Cables and connections — General information...

  • Page 48: General Cabling Guidance

    It is important to use cables of the appropriate type and length. – High current carrying AC and DC power lines. • Unless otherwise stated only use cables supplied by Raymarine – Antennas. • Where it is necessary to use non-...

  • Page 49: Connections To Other Equipment

    Connections to other equipment 8.2 Connections overview — Ray53 Requirement for ferrites on non- cables: Raymarine The following connections are available on the Ray53. If your equipment is to be connected to other equipment using Raymarine a cable not supplied by...

  • Page 50: Connections Overview - Ray63 / Ray73

    8.3 Connections overview — Ray63 / Ray73 Primary and secondary station connectors The connectors below are used to connect the supplied Fistmic and / or the The following connections are available on the Ray63 and Ray73. optional Wired (Raymic) handset to the Base station. Connector Description Connects to...

  • Page 51: Chapter 9 Mounting

    9.2 Mounting options — page 52 • 9.3 Bracket mounting — page 52 • 9.4 Panel mounting — Ray53 — page 53 • 9.5 Panel mounting — Ray63 / Ray73 — page 55 • 9.6 Fistmic mounting — page 57 •...

  • Page 52: Tools Required

    9.1 Tools required 9.2 Mounting options The product can be mounted in the following configurations. Power drill. 2. Jigsaw for panel mount cut-out. 3. Hole saw for panel mounting (For hole saw size refer to your product’s mounting template). 4. Drill bit for surface mounting or bracket mounting. Bracket mount —...

  • Page 53: Panel Mounting - Ray53

    9.4 Panel mounting — Ray53 Removing the mounting hole covers Before the radio can be panel mounted the mounting hole covers must be removed. 1. Mark the location of the bracket mounting holes on the mounting surface. 2. Drill holes for the mounting fixings using a drill with a suitable sized drill bit.

  • Page 54: Panel Mounting

    1. Using a drill and a 4 mm (5/32) drill bit, drill out the 4 mounting holes. 1. Check the selected location for the unit. A clear, flat area with suitable clearance behind the panel is required. Holes should be drilled from the front of the unit, taking care not to apply too much force to the drill.

  • Page 55: Panel Mounting - Ray63 / Ray73

    11. Attach the mounting hole covers. 1. Using a drill and a 4 mm (5/32) drill bit, drill out the 4 mounting holes. Holes should be drilled from the front of the unit, taking care not to damage the unit by applying too much force to the drill. Note: Panel mounting The supplied gasket provides a seal between the unit and a suitably flat...

  • Page 56: Attaching The Front Bezel

    Note: The supplied gasket provides a seal between the unit and a suitably flat and stiff mounting surface or binnacle. The gasket should always be used. It may also be necessary to use a marine-grade sealant if the mounting surface or binnacle is not entirely flat and stiff or has a rough surface finish. Attaching the front bezel After installation of the Radio the front bezel can be attached following the steps below.

  • Page 57: Fistmic Mounting

    4. Check that all control buttons are free to operate. Important: • The Fistmic can only be hooked and unhooked from the Hook plate when held vertically. 9.6 Fistmic mounting • Drill bit, tap size and tightening torque is dependent on the thickness and type of material the unit is to be mounted on.

  • Page 58: Wired And Wireless Speaker Mounting

    5. Place the handset into the holster until it clicks into position. 9. Fit the Bezel, ensuring it clips into place on all 4 sides. 9.8 Wired and wireless speaker mounting 9.9 Pass-through panel kit mounting Before mounting, ensure that your selected location meets the location When installing handsets, the pass-through panel kit should be used to requirements found in this document.

  • Page 59: Mounting The Wireless Hub

    2. Ensuring correct orientation of the mounting plate, offer up the plate to 11. Attach the Handset / Fistmic connector to the cable connector and rotate the desired location and mark the location of the screw holes and the the locking collar clockwise to secure. center hole on the mounting panel.

  • Page 60: Antenna Orientation

    Installing the wireless hub antenna extension accessory 1. Using the supplied mounting template, mark the location of the fixing holes on the mounting surface. An extension cable accessory (A80541) is available for the wireless hub’s 2. Drill holes for the mounting fixings using a drill with a suitable sized drill bit. antenna.

  • Page 61: Mounting The Charging Holster For The Wireless Handset

    5. Pull the connector end with the exposed thread through the center hole. 6. Place the mounting plate over the end of the connector. 7. Place the split washer and nut over the end of the connector and secure by hand tightening the nut. 8.

  • Page 62: Chapter 10 Network Connections

    CHAPTER 10: NETWORK CONNECTIONS CHAPTER CONTENTS • 10.1 Connections overview — Ray53 — page 63 • 10.2 Connections overview — Ray63 / Ray73 — page 63 • 10.3 Connecting a VHF antenna — page 64 • 10.4 GNSS (GPS) antenna connection — page 65 •...

  • Page 63: Connections Overview - Ray53

    10.1 Connections overview — Ray53 10.2 Connections overview — Ray63 / Ray73 The following connections are available on the Ray53. The following connections are available on the Ray63 and Ray73. Primary station (8-pin) connection. 2. Grounding point — DO NOT USE! Grounding point —...

  • Page 64: Primary And Secondary Station Connectors

    Primary and secondary station connectors 10.3 Connecting a VHF antenna The connectors below are used to connect the supplied Fistmic and / or the The radio must be connected to a suitable VHF antenna (not supplied). The optional Wired (Raymic) handset to the Base station. antenna connection must be protected so it cannot come into contact with Connector Description...

  • Page 65: Gnss (Gps) Antenna Connection

    10.4 GNSS (GPS) antenna connection 10.5 Passive speaker connection You can improve the performance of your radio’s built-in GNSS (GPS) receiver A passive speaker (A80542) can be connected using the RCA lead on the radio or on the handset adaptor cable. using an external antenna.

  • Page 66: Fistmic Connection (Ray63 / Ray73 Only)

    10.6 Fistmic connection (Ray63 / Ray73 only) The Fistmic can be connected directly to the front connector on your Radio. Front connection Handset extension cable (A80291) 2. Fistmic adaptor cable (A80296) The Fistmic must NOT be used to create a second station, as the operator will not have access to all Radio functions or the information displayed on the Radio’s LCD screen.

  • Page 67: Secondary Handset Station

    10.7 Secondary handset station (Ray63 / Wired handset extension cables Handset station cabling can be extended using approved extension cables. Ray73 only) The maximum length of cable from the Handset to the Base station should not exceed 50 m (164.04 ft). The Raymic handset accessory can be connected to the Secondary station connector located on the rear of the radio, this will create a second fully functional station.

  • Page 68: Wireless Handset Connections (Ray63 / Ray73 Only)

    3. Wireless hub adaptor (R70739). 10.9 Wireless handset connections (Ray63 / Ray73 only) The Wireless handset connects wirelessly to the Wireless hub, and the Wireless speaker connects wirelessly to the Wireless handset. Up to 2 Wireless handsets can be connected to the Wireless hub. For more connection information, refer to the following section: p.98 —...

  • Page 69: Chapter 11 Nmea 0183 Connection

    CHAPTER 11: NMEA 0183 CONNECTION CHAPTER CONTENTS • 11.1 NMEA 0183 connection — page 70 NMEA 0183 connection...

  • Page 70: Nmea 0183 Connection

    11.1 NMEA 0183 connection wires can be used to connect the unit to a GNSS NMEA 0183 NMEA 0183 (GPS) receiver or MFD. Yellow = Receive positive (+) wire. 2. Green = Receive negative (-) wire. 3. White = Transmit positive (+) wire. 4.

  • Page 71: Chapter 12 Nmea 2000 Connection

    CHAPTER 12: NMEA 2000 CONNECTION CHAPTER CONTENTS • 12.1 SeaTalk NG / NMEA 2000 connection — page 72 NMEA 2000 connection...

  • Page 72: Seatalk Ng / Nmea 2000 Connection

    12.1 SeaTalk NG / NMEA 2000 connection Connecting SeaTalk NG cables Your product can transmit and receive data to and from devices connected CAN bus networks. Connection is established SeaTalk NG NMEA 2000 using the connector located on the rear of the unit. SeaTalk NG Use the supplied spur cable to connect your product to your...

  • Page 73: Chapter 13 Loud Hailer Connection

    CHAPTER 13: LOUD HAILER CONNECTION CHAPTER CONTENTS • 13.1 Loud hailer connection (Ray73 only) — page 74 Loud hailer connection...

  • Page 74: Loud Hailer Connection (Ray73 Only)

    13.1 Loud hailer connection (Ray73 only) A Loud hailer (M95435) can be connected to the radio using the loud hailer wires. Description Positive (+) hailer wire (Purple) Negative (-) hailer wire (Gray)

  • Page 75: Chapter 14 Power Connections

    CHAPTER 14: POWER CONNECTIONS CHAPTER CONTENTS • 14.1 Power connection — page 76 • 14.2 In-line fuse and thermal breaker ratings — page 76 • 14.3 Power distribution — page 76 • 14.4 Power cable extension (12 V systems) — page 78 •...

  • Page 76: Power Connection

    If in doubt consult an authorized below. Raymarine® dealer. 4. Suitable waterproof connection (Radio is supplied with bullet crimps on • If your product’s power cable does not have a fitted in-line fuse, add an power supply wires.)
  • Page 77 • See below for more information on implementation for some common • Ideally, all equipment should be wired to individual suitably-rated thermal power distribution scenarios: breakers or fuses, with appropriate circuit protection. Where this is not possible and more than one item of equipment shares a breaker, use individual inline fuses for each power circuit to provide the necessary Important: protection.

  • Page 78: Power Cable Extension (12 V Systems)

    Implementation — direct connection to battery • ISO 10133: Small craft — Electrical systems — Extra-low-voltage d.c. installations • Where connection to a power distribution panel is not possible, the power cable supplied with your product may be connected directly to the vessel's •...

  • Page 79: Wireless Handset Charging Holster - Power Connection (Ray63 / Ray73 Only)

    (Ray63 / Ray73 only) number of devices you are connecting. If in doubt consult an authorized Raymarine® dealer. To enable inductive charging of the wireless handset, the holster requires a 12 V dc power supply. The power cables should be connected via a distribution panel or, if required directly to a battery.

  • Page 80: In-Line Fuse And Thermal Breaker Ratings

    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.

  • Page 81: Chapter 15 Getting Started

    CHAPTER 15: GETTING STARTED CHAPTER CONTENTS • 15.1 Licensing — page 82 • 15.2 General radio operating rules — page 82 • 15.3 Controls and interface — page 82 • 15.4 Handset controls — page 83 • 15.5 Powering the unit on — page 84 •...

  • Page 82: Licensing

    15.1 Licensing 8. Avoid the use of profanities. 9. Only use marine frequencies. Prior to using this product for the first time, please check your national 10. Do NOT broadcast music. requirements for both operator and equipment licensing. 11. Do NOT transmit a message intended for an address onshore in place Important: of a phone.

  • Page 83: Handset Controls

    [DISTRESS] [HI/LO] — Push up the spring loaded cover and press this button to — Press to switch between High (25 W) and low (1 W) transmit make a DSC distress call. power. [Channel Up / Channel Down] — Changes the channel up or down. [16 / +] —...

  • Page 84: Powering The Unit On

    5. LCD display. [Back] — Go to the previous menu / screen. Press and hold to return to the Homescreen. [OK / menu button] — Press button to access menu / DSC functions and to confirm selections. [16 / +] —...

  • Page 85: Powering The Handset

    Powering the handset 15.7 Homescreen overview To power the Handset on and off follow the steps below. The information below describes the on-screen characters and symbols which are shown on the Homescreen. With the Base station powered On: 1. Press and hold the [Power] button, located on the top of the Handset, for Status bar —...

  • Page 86: Status Bar Symbols

    4. New 4 digit channels — Identifies the first 2 digits when the radio is set Name Symbol Description to one of the new 4 digit simplex channels. Fog horn Indicates that the radio is in Fog horn mode. 5. Channel — Indicates the current channel number, or the last 2 digits when set to a 4 digit channel.

  • Page 87: Main Menu Overview

    The main menu includes the following items: Name Symbol Description Indicates that a DSC call has been received Symbol Name Sub-options [DSC Calls] • [Individual call] [Distress call] • [Position request] • [Group call] • GNSS (GPS) Indicates if the radio has a GNSS (GPS) fix. [All ships call] •...
  • Page 88 Name Name Symbol Sub-options Symbol Sub-options • [Hailer] [Intercom] • [Intercom] [Hail/Fog/In- • [Fog horn] tercom] [Intercom] • [Hailer/Fog [Hailer] [Set-up] [Display set-up] • • horn] [Fog horn] [Language] • • [Units] • • [Power output] • [Sensitivity] • [Noise cancelling (Tx)] •...

  • Page 89: Shortcut List

    15.8 Shortcut list The Backlight and Contrast settings can also be accessed from the Display set-up menu: [Menu > Set-up > Display set-up ] [Power] Pressing the button once while the radio is switched on will open [Shortcuts list] . The Shortcuts list can be used to adjust the brightness, contrast and access frequently used functions.

  • Page 90: Enabling Shared Brightness

    [Group] 3. Select VHF DSC Radio Instrument display / Pilot controller 4. Select the group that you want to assign the radio to. Adjusting the Brightness setting will now change the brightness of all products assigned to that group. 15.10 Initial startup Unless your radio has been pre-programmed;...

  • Page 91: Accessing The Menu

    15.11 Accessing the menu 3. Select the language that you want the radio to be set to. The User interface language is changed to the selected language. The radio’s various options and settings are contained within the menu. 15.13 Switching on the AIS receiver If your radio includes a built-in AIS receiver then it can be enabled and disabled as follows: From the Main menu:...

  • Page 92: Entering Your Mmsi Number

    Important: Network output setting input baud rate NMEA 0183 You should only enter the unique 9 digit MMSI number provided by your Standard speed (4,800) NMEA 2000 licensing authority. High Speed High speed (38,400) NMEA 0183 Standard Speed Standard speed (4,800) NMEA 0183 MMSI numbers starting with a ‘0’...

  • Page 93: Entering Your Atis Id

    As most ATIS IDs consist of a ‘9’ followed by your 9 digit MMSI number; if Caution: MMSI and ATIS ID entry your radio already has an MMSI number the ATIS ID will be pre-filled in You can only enter the MMSI number and ATIS ID once! this format.

  • Page 94: Enabling And Disabling Atis Mode

    9. The ATIS ID is displayed onscreen, check that it is correct, then: [Yes – Save] i. Select , or [No – Retry] ii. if the number entered is not correct select 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 dealer.

  • Page 95: Switching Between High And Low Transmit Power

    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. Enabling and disabling the internal GNSS (GPS) From the...

  • Page 96: Entering Position Manually

    Setting time format and offset Once the warning has been acknowledged the GNSS (GPS) icon will continue to flash. The Manual GPS source missing / No position data warning is You can change the Format and Offset that is applied to the time displayed repeated every 4 hours if position data is still unavailable, has not been onscreen.

  • Page 97: Chapter 16 Wireless Handset Stations

    CHAPTER 16: WIRELESS HANDSET STATIONS CHAPTER CONTENTS • 16.1 Wireless handsets — page 98 • 16.2 Connecting a wireless handset to the hub — page 98 • 16.3 Connecting the wireless speaker to the Wireless handset — page 100 • 16.4 Wireless set-up menu options —...

  • Page 98: Wireless Handsets

    16.1 Wireless handsets Wireless handsets are compatible with the Ray63 and Ray73 VHF DSC radios. Using the optional wireless accessories you can create up to 2 fully functional wireless handset stations. As a minimum the Wireless hub (A80540), Wireless hub adaptor cable (R70739) and Wireless handset (A80544) are required to create a wireless handset station.

  • Page 99: Checking The Wireless Hub's Password

    Checking the Wireless hub's password You can check the Wireless hub’s password at anytime using a Wired handset. 1. Select [Menu] [Set-up] 2. Select [Wireless set-up] 3. Select 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.

  • Page 100: Changing The Wireless Hub's Name

    16.3 Connecting the wireless speaker to the [Wireless hub set-up] [Wireless set-up] [Menu > 1. Select from the menu: ( Set-up > Wireless set-up > Wireless hub set-up] Wireless handset [Wi-Fi channel] 2. Select 3. Select a wireless channel. You can connect a Wireless speaker to your Wireless handset. Channels 1 to 13 are available;...

  • Page 101: Disconnecting A Wireless Speaker

    Wireless hub set-up menu options Note: • You can only output audio to 1 speaker from the same handset. Note: • If the pairing is unsuccessful, power the wireless speaker off and then The Wireless hub set-up menu can only be accessed using a Wired back on again and repeat the process.
  • Page 102 Menu item Description Options [Contrast] Provides access to the • [1 to 10] Contrast level [Key beep] [Off] Enables adjustment of • the audible beep when [Quiet] • (default) pressing buttons. • [Loud]...

  • Page 103: (Dsc)

    CHAPTER 17: DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING (DSC) CHAPTER CONTENTS • 17.1 Digital Selective Calling (DSC) — page 104 • 17.2 Distress calls — page 105 • 17.3 Urgency calls — page 108 • 17.4 Safety calls — page 109 • 17.5 Individual (routine) calls — page 109 •...

  • Page 104: Digital Selective Calling (Dsc)

    17.1 Digital Selective Calling (DSC) Urgency An urgency call should be used when there is danger to a vehicle or person Traditional VHF radio systems require users to listen until someone speaks, that does not require immediate assistance. and then determine whether the call is for them. DSC ensures that calls are When making an urgency call the following information is transmitted to all received by alerting or announcing the intended recipient(s) first so they are stations within range:...

  • Page 105: Distress Calls

    Routine calls can also be made to groups — When groups of ships need the same information (yacht races, club rallies etc.) a special group-call identity can be used to enable restricted broadcast calls. Note: To transmit precise position data, the radio must be connected to a GNSS (GPS) receiver.

  • Page 106: Making A Mayday Call

    Making a Mayday call Cancelling a distress call after transmission In an emergency you can also make a Mayday call following the instructions A distress call can be cancelled after it has been transmitted. below. [16 PLUS] 1. Press the button.

  • Page 107: Receiving A Distress Call

    When Receiving a distress call connected to a Raymarine® multifunction display (MFD) the position data from the distress call can also be displayed in the Chart application.

  • Page 108: Acknowledging A Distress Call

    Acknowledging a distress call Message ends Distress calls must only be acknowledged if the call continues without OVER acknowledgement from a CRS, you are close enough to the distressed vessel to be of assistance and are prepared to relay the distress to a CRS by Distress relays sent by other stations any means possible.

  • Page 109: Receiving An Urgency Call

    2. Select the channel for subsequent communication. 2. Select the channel for subsequent communication. The call is transmitted. Once the call has been successfully transmitted The call is transmitted. Once the call has been successfully transmitted ‘Sent’ is displayed onscreen and the channel is changed to the specified ‘Sent’...

  • Page 110: Making An Individual Call

    [Reply on Ch ##] If a call cannot be accepted then a reason code is displayed. 2. Select at any time to accept the call. Code Reason If auto channel change is turned on then the channel will automatically change after 10 seconds. No Reason No reason given Congestion...

  • Page 111: Receiving A Group Call

    MMSI number. The Phonebook can be used to save up to 100 contacts. When connected to a Raymarine® multifunction display (MFD) the position You can add, edit and delete contacts stored in the Phonebook. data from the request can also be display in the Chart app.

  • Page 112: Editing A Ponebook Entry

    [Coast station] • The contact is deleted. [Rotary knob] [Channel Up] [Channel Down] 4. Use the or the buttons on a Raymic handset to cycle through the available numbers and press [OK] 17.9 Call logs to confirm and move to the next digit. 5.

  • Page 113: Test Calls

    [Position log] • Note: 3. Select a call and press the [OK] button to view details. The US Coast Guard automated response test call service is only available [Options] 4. Select to view available options. in the United States and its coastal waters. [Call Back] •...
  • Page 114 Menu item Description Options [MMSI] To enable the DSC functions on your radio you must enter your unique MMSI number. [Auto channel change] When automatic • [On] (default) channel change is [Off] • turned [on] the radio will automatically re-tune after 10 seconds to the requested channel when DSC calls are...

  • Page 115: Chapter 18 Vhf Operations

    CHAPTER 18: VHF OPERATIONS CHAPTER CONTENTS • 18.1 Watch modes — page 116 • 18.2 Scan Mode — page 116 • 18.3 Priority channels — page 116 • 18.4 Sensitivity — page 117 • 18.5 Private channels — page 117 •...

  • Page 116: Watch Modes

    18.1 Watch modes [All Channels + 16] • — All channels in the frequency band the radio is set to are scanned, after each channel is scanned priority channel 16 is scanned. Watch mode monitors priority channels and the currently selected channel. [Saved Channels] •...

  • Page 117: Sensitivity

    [2nd priority channel] [Sweden (pleasure)] 1. Select • 2. Select the channel that you want to assign as the second priority channel. • [Sweden (fishing)] [UK] • 18.4 Sensitivity Selecting a private channel set [Local mode] [Distant mode] The sensitivity level of the radio can be set to You can select the set of private channels you want to use.

  • Page 118: Enabling And Disabling Atis Mode

    [On] [Off] Selecting AIS will switch the internal AIS receiver For further information please contact Raymarine® technical support. Enabling and disabling ATIS mode 18.8 Set-up menu options ATIS is a European system used on some inland waterways. A unique ATIS ID must be entered before ATIS mode can be enabled.
  • Page 119 Menu Menu Description Options Description Options [Noise cancelling (Tx)] Switches the [On] [GPS set-up] Provides access to the • [Internal GPS] • (default) transmission noise GPS set-up menu. [Off] • [Homescreen • cancellation feature On display] and Off. • [Bearing mode] [Position requests] •...

  • Page 120: Display Set-Up Menu

    Display Set-up menu The following menu options are available form the Display Set-up menu. Menu Description Options [Backlight] [0 to 9] Increases and • decreases the LCD • [Off] and button backlight level. [Shared brightness] [Shared brightness] Enables set-up of •...

  • Page 121: Chapter 19 Hailer, Fog Horn, And Intercom

    CHAPTER 19: HAILER, FOG HORN, AND INTERCOM CHAPTER CONTENTS • 19.1 Hailer Fog Intercom menu — page 122 • 19.2 Loud hailer — page 122 • 19.3 Fog horn — page 122 • 19.4 Intercom — page 123 Hailer, Fog horn, and Intercom...

  • Page 122: Hailer Fog Intercom Menu

    19.1 Hailer Fog Intercom menu Important: To avoid audio feedback, ensure that the loud hailer is at least 3 m (9.8 The menu options available are determined by the accessories connected ft) away from the VHF base unit and any handset or fistmic at all times. to your radio.

  • Page 123: Using The Fog Horn In Manual Mode

    Using the fog horn in manual mode Using the intercom [Hail/Fog/Int] [Menu > Hail/Fog/Int] From the [Hail/Fog/Int] menu: [Menu > Hail/Fog/Int] From the menu: [Fog horn] 1. Select [Intercom] 1. Select [Manual mode] 2. Select Select the handset you want to call. [PTT] The selected handset will ring.

  • Page 124: Chapter 20 Maintenance

    CHAPTER 20: MAINTENANCE CHAPTER CONTENTS • 20.1 Maintenance — page 125...

  • Page 125: Maintenance

    20.1 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. •...

  • Page 126: Chapter 21 Troubleshooting

    CHAPTER 21: TROUBLESHOOTING CHAPTER CONTENTS • 21.1 Troubleshooting — page 127 • 21.2 Power up troubleshooting — page 128 • 21.3 Audio troubleshooting (transmission / reception) — page 129 • 21.4 GNSS (GPS) troubleshooting — page 130 • 21.5 DSC troubleshooting — page 131 •...

  • Page 127: Troubleshooting

    Before packing and shipping, all products are subjected to Raymarine [No] is displayed next to items that are either not connected or disabled. comprehensive testing and quality assurance programs. If you do experience...

  • Page 128: Power Up Troubleshooting

    2. Check the condition of relevant / additional and the handsets with the latest software from the fuses and breakers and connections, replace Raymarine website: www.raymarine.com/software if necessary. If you have a handset in your system (Ray63 / 73 / 3.

  • Page 129: Audio Troubleshooting (Transmission / Reception)

    21.3 Audio troubleshooting (transmission / No audio reception reception) Possible causes Possible solutions Incorrect settings. Reset the radio to factory defaults, using the Problems with your VHF radio and their possible causes and solutions are Maintenance menu: [Menu > Set-up > Maintenance described below: >...

  • Page 130: Passive Speaker Troubleshooting

    Before troubleshooting GNSS (GPS) problems, ensure your product has the Passive speaker Alarm audio is not available on passive speakers latest software, by checking the Software Updates page on the Raymarine connected to second connected to the second station connector. Alarm website www.raymarine.com/software...

  • Page 131: Dsc Troubleshooting

    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. The user is NOT authorized to do this.

  • Page 132: Ais Troubleshooting

    21.6 AIS troubleshooting (Ray70 / 73 / 91 only) For further details, refer to the relevant Telecommunications Regulatory Body for your area. AIS functions are not available / working (Ray70 / Ray63 / For a list of issuing authorities for licences and MMSI numbers in each region, refer to: p.160 —...

  • Page 133: Wired Handset Troubleshooting

    3 seconds. The handset backlight the software download website. (The VHF radio will start flashing. This means that the handset is software can only be updated via a Raymarine MFD). now in programming mode. Follow the update instructions provided on the software download web page.

  • Page 134: Wireless Troubleshooting (Ray63 / 73 / 90 / 91 Only)

    To obtain information on compatible 2. Place the handset in the charging holster. software versions and also to obtain the 3. Ensure the battery symbol is displayed on the latest software, visit the Raymarine website: handset screen. www.raymarine.com/software Cannot connect to hub...
  • Page 135 Possible causes Possible solutions Possible causes Possible solutions a wireless signal Interference caused Switch off each device in turn until you have through certain by other devices identified the device causing the interference, then structures. that use the 2.4 GHz remove or reposition the offending device(s) or your frequency See list wireless hub / handset..

  • Page 136: Led Diagnostic Guidance

    [Menu > Set-up > 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 Try updating software to a later version, or try that the device has reinstalling the current software.

  • Page 137: Led Diagnostics - Wireless (Active) Speaker

    LED diagnostics - Wireless (Active) speaker Sequence Status Purple Powering on Red and Blue Ready to pair/connect Paired ok Connected, no audio Purple Connected, audio active Powered on, not connected Troubleshooting...

  • Page 138: Chapter 22 Technical Support

    CHAPTER 22: TECHNICAL SUPPORT CHAPTER CONTENTS • 22.1 Raymarine technical support and servicing — page 139 • 22.2 Viewing product information — page 140 • 22.3 Learning resources — page 140...

  • Page 139: Raymarine Technical Support And Servicing

    Italy (Raymarine subsidiary): Raymarine offers dedicated service departments for warranty, service, and repairs. • E-Mail: support.it@raymarine.com Don’t forget to visit the Raymarine website to register your product • Tel: +39 02 9945 1001 for extended warranty benefits: https://www.raymarine.com/en- Spain (Authorized Raymarine distributor): us/support/product-registration •...

  • Page 140: Viewing Product Information

    Raymarine • Tel: +45 437 164 64 • https://raymarine.custhelp.com/app/home Russia (Authorized Raymarine distributor): • E-Mail: info@mikstmarine.ru • Tel: +7 495 788 0508 22.2 Viewing product information Product information can be found on the Startup screen. 1. Power up the radio.

  • Page 141: Chapter 23 Technical Specification

    CHAPTER 23: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION CHAPTER CONTENTS • 23.1 Technical specification — Ray53 — page 142 • 23.2 Technical specification — Ray63 — page 143 • 23.3 Technical specification — Ray73 — page 145 • 23.4 Technical specification — Wired handset (Raymic) — page 147 •...

  • Page 142: Technical Specification - Ray53

    23.1 Technical specification — Ray53 Specification Power Output: • Low power setting — 1 W Environmental specification • High power setting — 25 W Specification Spurious emissions: Better than –36 dBm at 25 W (Less than Operating temperature: -20ºC (-4ºF) to +60ºC (140ºF) 0.25 µW)

  • Page 143: Technical Specification - Ray63

    • 1 x Audio (RCA) • Beidou B1 • 1 x GNSS (GPS) antenna (TNC) Signal Acquisition: Automatic Almanac Update: Automatic Geodetic Datum: WGS-84 (alternatives available through Raymarine MFD) Refresh Rate: 10 Hz (10 times per second Concurrent GNSS) Technical specification...
  • Page 144 Power specification Specification Specification Better than 1 microvolt EMF @ 20dB SINAD Sensitivity: Nominal supply voltage: 12 V dc (Reverse polarity and over voltage Less than —2 dBµ EMF Squelch sensitivity: protection) Hum and noise: Better than –40 dB Operating voltage range: 9 V dc to 16 V dc Audio distortion: Less than 10%...

  • Page 145: Technical Specification - Ray73

    • 1 x GNSS (GPS) antenna (TNC) Almanac Update: Automatic Power specification Geodetic Datum: WGS-84 (alternatives available through Raymarine MFD) Specification 12 V dc (Reverse polarity and over voltage Refresh Rate: 10 Hz (10 times per second Concurrent Nominal supply voltage:...
  • Page 146 Almanac Update: Automatic Speaker specification Geodetic Datum: WGS-84 (alternatives available through Specification Raymarine MFD) Base station speaker power output: 2.5 W (8 Ω) Refresh Rate: 10 Hz (10 times per second Concurrent 1 W (16 Ω) Fistmic speaker power output:...

  • Page 147: Technical Specification - Wired Handset (Raymic)

    • External — Passive antenna connection VHF radio compatibility: • Ray90 / Ray91 via TNC connector • Ray53 / Ray63 / Ray73 • Without SBAS: <= 15 meters 95% of the Position Accuracy: • Ray50 / Ray52 / Ray60 / Ray70 time •...

  • Page 148: Technical Specification - Wireless Handset Charging Holster

    Specification Specification 1 A nominal Relative humidity: Current consumption: IPx6 & IPx7 Charge type: Wireless inductive charging Water proofing: Power output: Max speaker power output: 1 W (16 Ω) 2.4 GHz Wireless frequency: Environmental specification • x 1 Wireless hub connection via 2.4 GHz Connections: Specification wireless connection...
  • Page 149 Connections Specification x 1 Wireless handset connection via Connection: 2.4 GHz Wireless connection VHF radio compatibility (via • Ray90 / Ray91 wireless hub): • Ray63 / Ray73 Technical specification...

  • Page 150: Chapter 24 Spares And Accessories

    CHAPTER 24: SPARES AND ACCESSORIES CHAPTER CONTENTS • 24.1 Accessories — page 151 • 24.2 Ray53 / Ray63 / Ray73 spares — page 151 • 24.3 SeaTalk NG cables and accessories — page 151...

  • Page 151: Accessories

    Wireless active speaker A80543 A80544 Wireless handset including charging holster R70739 Wireless hub adaptor for Ray63/Ray73 24.2 Ray53 / Ray63 / Ray73 spares The following spares are available: Part number Description R70616 Wireless handset 1 x Spur cable 3 m (9.8 ft) (part number: A06040). Used to connect...
  • Page 152 2. 1 x Power cable 2 m (6.6 ft) (part number: A06049). Used to provide 12 V dc power to the backbone. SeaTalk NG 3. 2 x Backbone terminators (part number: A06031). Terminators must be fitted to both ends of the backbone.
  • Page 153 2. 1 x Spur cable 1 m (3.3 ft) (part number: A06039). Used to connect a 5. 2 x Spur blanking plugs (part number: A06032). Used to cover unused device to the backbone. spur connections in 5-way blocks, T-piece connectors, and the SeaTalk NG SeaTalk 1 converter.
  • Page 154 autopilot to spur cable 0.3 m (1.0 ft) Power cable (straight) 2 m (6.6 ft) (part number: A06049). ACU-Series SPX-Series SeaTalk NG (part number R12112). Connects the course computer to the SeaTalk NG 2. Elbow (right-angled) power cable 2 m (6.6 ft) (part number: A06070). backbone.
  • Page 155 • (male) adaptor cable 0.1 m (0.33 ft) (part SeaTalk NG DeviceNet number: A06078). • (male) adaptor cable 0.4 m (1.3 ft) (part SeaTalk NG DeviceNet number: A06074). • (male) adaptor cable 1 m (3.3 ft) (part number: SeaTalk NG DeviceNet A06076).

  • Page 157: Appendix A Nmea 0183 Sentences

    Appendix A NMEA 0183 sentences The radio supports the following sentences. NMEA 0183 Sentence Description Ray53 / Ray63 Ray53 / Ray63 Ray73 Receive Ray73 Transmit Receive Transmit Digital Selective Calling ● ● ● ● Expanded Digital Selective Calling ● AIS VHF Data Link Message Global Positioning System Fix Data ●...

  • Page 158: Appendix B Nmea 2000 Pgn List

    Appendix B NMEA 2000 PGN list The radio supports the following PGNs. These are applicable to protocols. NMEA 2000 NMEA 2000 SeaTalk NG Sentence Description Ray53 / Ray63 Ray53 / Ray63 Ray73 Receive Ray73 Transmit Receive Transmit ● ● ●...
  • Page 159 Sentence Description Ray53 / Ray63 Ray53 / Ray63 Ray73 Receive Ray73 Transmit Receive Transmit ● ● ● ● 129547 GNSS Pseudo Range Error Statistics 129793 AIS UTC and Date Report ● ● 129794 AIS Class A Static and Voyage Related data ●...

  • Page 160: Appendix C Licensing And Mmsi Issuing Authorities

    Appendix C Licensing and MMSI issuing Country & regulatory authority Website authorities Croatia (HR): http://www.hakom.hr/de- fault.aspx?id=7 Croatian Post and Electronic The following table lists the relevant issuing authority for licences and MMSI Communications Agency numbers in each region, along with a link to the relevant website. Many authorities allow you to apply for a license online.
  • Page 161 Country & regulatory authority Website Country & regulatory authority Website Hungary (HU): http://www.nmhh.hu Luxembourg (LU): http://www.ilr.public.lu National Media and Infocommunica- Institut luxembourgeois de tion Authority régulation Iceland (IS): http://www.pfs.is/de- Latvia (LV): https://www.vases.lv/lv/con- fault.aspx?cat_id=101 tent/juras-sakaru-atlaujas Post and Telecom Administration Elektronisko sakaru direkcija Indonesia (ID): http://www.brti.or.id Malaysia (MY):...
  • Page 162 Country & regulatory authority Website Country & regulatory authority Website Romania (RO): http://www.ancom.org.ro/en Switzerland (CH): http://www.bakom.admin.ch/the- men/frequenzen/00689/01563/in- National Authority for Management Office fédéral de la communication dex.html?lang=fr and Regulation in Communications of Romania Taiwan (TW): http://www.ncc.gov.tw/english/in- dex.aspx Russia (RU): https://minsvyaz.ru/en National Communications Commission Ministry of Telecom and Mass...

  • Page 163: Appendix D Vhf Channels

    Appendix D VHF Channels International Marine VHF Channels and Frequencies CH No. TX Freq RX Freq (MHz) Single Freq (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.
  • Page 164 CH No. TX Freq RX Freq (MHz) Single Freq (MHz) 156.950 161.550 Public correspondence, Port operations and Ship movement. 1019 156.950 156.950 Port operations and Ship movement. 2019 161.550 161.550 Port operations and Ship movement. Channel is limited to coast stations only unless otherwise permitted by UK regulation.
  • Page 165 CH No. TX Freq RX Freq (MHz) Single Freq (MHz) 2026 161.900 161.900 For future use 157.350 161.950 Public correspondence, Port operations and Ship movement. Available for testing of new AIS applications. 1027 157.350 157.350 Port operations and Ship movement. 2027 161.950 161.950...
  • Page 166 CH No. TX Freq RX Freq (MHz) Single Freq (MHz) 156.775 156.775 Intership Navigation related communications only with 1 watt maximum power. 156.825 156.825 Intership Navigation related communications only with 1 watt maximum power. Intership. 156.875 156.875 Preferred intership channel. 156.925 161.525 Public correspondence, Port operations and Ship movement.
  • Page 167 CH No. TX Freq RX Freq (MHz) Single Freq (MHz) 2084 161.825 161.825 For future use 157.275 161.875 Public correspondence, Port operations and Ship movement. Available for VDSMS 1085 157.275 157.275 For future use 2085 161.875 161.875 For future use 157.325 161.925 Port operations and Ship movement.
  • Page 168 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.
  • Page 169 The national channels listed above have been allocated for the specific use within the countries listed. To use these channels you must have the appropriate license. US Marine VHF Channels and Frequencies Note: Some of the channel numbers have recently changed. For completeness, both old and new numbers are shown in the table below. (New) CH No.
  • Page 170 TX Freq RX Freq (New) CH No. (Old) CH No. Single Freq (MHz) (MHz) Port operations. 156.700 156.700 VTS in selected areas. 156.750 Environmental (Receive only). Used by Class ‘C’ EPIRBs. 156.800 156.800 International Distress, Safety and Calling. Ships required to carry radio, USCG, and most coast stations maintain a listening watch on this channel.
  • Page 171 TX Freq RX Freq (New) CH No. (Old) CH No. Single Freq (MHz) (MHz) 156.375 156.375 Commercial. Used for bridge-to-bridge communications in lower Mississippi river (Intership only). 156.425 156.425 Non-commercial. VDSMS. 156.475 156.475 Non-commercial. VDSMS. 156.575 156.575 Non-commercial. VDSMS. 156.625 156.625 Non-commercial (Intership only).
  • Page 172 TX Freq RX Freq (New) CH No. (Old) CH No. Single Freq (MHz) (MHz) 157.275 161.875 Public correspondence (Marine operator). VDSMS. 157.325 161.925 Public correspondence (Marine operator). VDSMS. 157.375 161.975 Public correspondence (Marine operator). VDSMS. 157.425 157.425 Commercial, Intership only. VDSMS.
  • Page 173 Weather Channel Frequency in MHz 162.475 162.425 162.450 162.500 162.525 161.650 161.775 WX10 163.275 Canadian Marine VHF Channels and Frequencies Note: Some of the channel numbers have recently changed. For completeness, both old and new numbers are shown in the table below. (New) CH No.
  • Page 174 TX Freq RX Freq (New) CH No. (Old) CH No. Single Freq Areas of operation (MHz) (MHz) 156.400 156.400 EC, INLD BC, WC Intership, Commercial and Safety. Also assigned for Intership in the Lake Winnipeg area. 156.450 156.450 AC, INLD PRA, BCC Intership, Ship/Shore, Commercial, Non-commercial, Safety and Ship movement.

  • Page 175: 156.900

    TX Freq RX Freq (New) CH No. (Old) CH No. Single Freq Areas of operation (MHz) (MHz) All areas 156.800 156.800 International distress, safety and calling. 156.850 156.850 AC, BCC, EC, GL, NL, Intership, Ship/Shore, Commercial, Non-commercial INLD BC, WC and Ship movement.

  • Page 176: 156.275

    TX Freq RX Freq (New) CH No. (Old) CH No. Single Freq Areas of operation (MHz) (MHz) 157.350 161.950 AC, BCC, GL Ship/Shore and Public correspondence. 157.400 162.00 Ship/Shore, Safety and Public correspondence. 2028 162.000 AC, GL Safety Continuous Marine Broadcast (CMB) service. 156.025 160.625 Ship/Shore and Public correspondence.
  • Page 177 TX Freq RX Freq (New) CH No. (Old) CH No. Single Freq Areas of operation (MHz) (MHz) All areas 156.375 156.375 Intership Ship/Shore, Safety, Commercial and Non-commercial. May also be used for communications with aircraft engaged in coordinated search and rescue and antipollution operations.
  • Page 178 TX Freq RX Freq (New) CH No. (Old) CH No. Single Freq Areas of operation (MHz) (MHz) All areas 156.775 156.775 Intership, Ship/Shore, Commercial and Ship movement. Simplex port operation, ship movement and navigation related communication only. 1 watt maximum power. 156.825 156.825 All areas...
  • Page 179 TX Freq RX Freq (New) CH No. (Old) CH No. Single Freq Areas of operation (MHz) (MHz) 157.225 161.825 Ship/Shore and Public correspondence. 157.275 161.875 AC, BCC, GL ,NL Ship/Shore and Public correspondence. 157.325 161.925 Ship/Shore and Public correspondence. 157.375 157.375 AC, BCC, GL, NL Intership, Non-commercial and Ship movement.

  • Page 180: Appendix E Phonetic Alphabet

    Appendix E Phonetic alphabet Letter Word YANKEE To help make call letters more clearly understood, and to assist in spelling ZULU out similar sounding or unfamiliar word, radiotelephone users employ the international phonetic alphabet. Letter Word ALPHA BRAVO CHARLIE DELTA ECHO FOXTROT GOLF...

  • Page 181: Appendix F Prowords

    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.
  • Page 183 Passive speaker................... 65 ATIS Power....................76 Enabling/Disabling ................ 94, 118 Primary station ................50, 64 ATIS ID....................30, 93 Ray53..................... 49, 63 Ray63.....................50, 63 Ray73 .....................50, 63 Raymic handset ................... 67 SeaTalk NG..................72 Backlight adjustment ................89 Secondary station ..............50, 64, 67 Bracket mounting ..................
  • Page 184 GNSS Dimensions Group call ....................110 Active speaker ..................38 Making ....................110 Fistmic....................37 Receiving ..................... 111 Passive speaker................... 38 Ray53....................35 Ray63....................36 Ray73 ....................36 Handset Raymic ....................37 Power....................85 Wired handset..................37 Homescreen .................... 85 Wireless hub ..................
  • Page 185 ISED (Canada) requirement ..............26 Product holes................. 53, 55 Issuing authorities................160 Ray53....................53 Requirement ................14, 25, 82 Ray63....................55 Rest of World requirement..............27 Ray73 ....................55 USA Requirement ................25 Raymic ....................57 Location requirements Wired handset..................57 GNSS .....................
  • Page 186 Switching power output................95 Product overview ....................20 Product documentation ................18 SeaTalk NG documentation..............18 Technical specification ................141 Product recycling (WEEE) .................15 Ray53 Product support..................139 Environmental specification ............142 GNSS (GPS) specification ..............143 Power specification.................142 Receiver specification ..............142 Radio Frequency (RF) interference............42 Speaker specification..............
  • Page 187 Environmental specification ............148 United States ..................169 Power specification.................148 Weather (North America) ..............172 Wireless hub ..................147 Technical support................139–140 Test call ....................113 Making ....................113 Warranty ................... 15, 139 Receiving .....................113 Watch mode ................... 116 Thermal breaker rating................76 Dual watch ..................116 Wireless speaker ................
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