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Summarization of Contents
Equipment Description
Introduction
Overview of the Furuno RO4800 VHF DSC Base Station Radio and its key features.
ETSI Information
Details on ETSI requirements for marine radio with Class D DSC feature for non-SOLAS vessels.
Controls and LCD Display
Base Station Panel
Description of the front panel controls and layout of the base station unit.
Base Station (Rear)
Description of the rear panel connections and ports of the base station.
Wired Handset
Description of the wired handset, its buttons, and functions.
LCD Display of Base Station
Explanation of the indicators and information displayed on the base station's LCD screen.
Installation
Supplied Accessories
List of all accessories included with the RO4800 marine radio package.
Location
Guidelines for choosing an optimal mounting location for the marine radio.
Connections
Details on connecting power supply, external speaker, and GPS equipment.
Antenna
Mounting the Radio
Step-by-step instructions for mounting the base station using the provided bracket.
Antenna Mounting and EME Exposure
Mounting the Handset
Instructions for mounting the handset hanger near the base station.
Recessed Installation
Procedures for flush-mounting the radio into a bulkhead or panel.
Basic Operation
Transmission and Reception
How to transmit and receive using the radio, including PTT and squelch.
Band Switch
How to switch between USA and International channel bands.
Memo (Fav) Mode
How to enter and use the memory (favorite) channel mode for quick recall.
Basic Operation Continued
Save Memory (Fav) Channels
Steps to program and store favorite channels for easy access.
Transmit Time-Out Timer (TOT)
Explanation of the transmit time limit and warning beep.
Scan
How to use scan modes to quickly locate signals.
Basic Operation Watch Modes
Dual Watch
How to activate and use Dual Watch mode to monitor channels.
Tri-Watch
How to activate and use Tri-Watch mode to monitor channels.
Digital Selective Calling (DSC)
General
Introduction to Digital Selective Calling (DSC) and its purpose.
Marine Mobile Service Identity (MMSI)
Explanation of MMSI and how to obtain one for DSC communication.
DSC Call Types
Overview of different types of DSC calls that can be sent and received.
DSC Sending Calls
Sending a Distress Call
Detailed steps for sending a distress call using the DSC function.
Send an All Ships Call
Procedure for sending an 'All Ships' call (Urgency, Safety, Distress).
Send a Group Call
How to initiate a group call to multiple vessels with a shared MMSI.
DSC Individual and Log Calls
Make a Routine Call (Individual)
Steps for making a routine individual call to a ship or coast station.
Last Call (Recall the Most Recent Incoming Call)
How to recall the last received incoming call for quick response.
Send Call Using the Call Log
How to make calls using the stored history in the Call Log.
DSC Distress Log and Position Requests
Send Call Using the Distress Log
How to make calls using the stored history in the Distress Log.
Pos Request and Pos Reply
How to request and reply with position information from other vessels.
DSC Receiving Calls
Receiving a DSC Call
How the radio responds to various types of received DSC calls.
Receiving Distress Call
How to handle incoming distress calls, including alarms and channel tuning.
Receiving a Distress ACK Send from a Coast Station
How to handle distress acknowledgment signals from coast stations.
DSC Receiving Relay, All Ships, and Group Calls
Receiving Distress Relay Call
How to handle distress relay calls and monitor channel 16.
Receiving an All Ships Call
How to handle incoming 'All Ships' calls and monitor voice communication.
Receiving an Group Call
How to handle incoming group calls and monitor the traffic channel.
DSC Receiving Individual and Position Reply Calls
Receiving an Individual Call
How to handle incoming individual DSC calls and tune to the designated channel.
Receiving a "Position Reply" Call
How to handle incoming position reply calls and display sender's GPS data.
Receiving a Geographic Area Call
How to handle geographic area calls and monitor the working channel.
Set Up Menu
Menu Function Description
Overview of setup menu functions and navigation.
Buddy List
How to manage the Buddy List for frequently called DSC stations.
Set Up Menu Display Settings
Backlight
How to adjust the backlight level of the display.
Contrast
How to adjust the display contrast setting.
Local/Dist
How to set radio sensitivity between LOCAL and DISTANT modes.
Set Up Menu GPS and Time Settings
GPS/Time
Settings for GPS data display, time format, and alerts.
Manual Enter GPS Data
Procedure for manually inputting GPS position data when no GPS is connected.
Settings
Options to configure position and time display settings on the screen.
Set Up Menu Position and Time Display
Position Display On/Off
How to enable or disable the display of position data.
Time Display On/Off
How to enable or disable the display of time information.
Local Time (Time Offset)
How to set the local time by adjusting the UTC offset.
Set Up Menu Time, Speed, and GPS Alerts
Time Format Options (Time Format)
How to choose between 12-hour and 24-hour time formats.
Course/Speed Display Options (COG/SOG)
How to enable the display of Course Over Ground (COG) and Speed Over Ground (SOG).
GPS Alert
How to enable or disable the alarm for missing GPS data.
Radio Setup
Language Selection
How to select the menu language (English or French).
Channel Name Display and Editing
How to display and edit custom channel names.
Radio Setup Channel and Volume
Channel Name Display
How to turn the channel name display ON or OFF.
Channel Name Editing
Steps to edit existing channel names or add new ones.
Ring Volume Adjustment
How to adjust the ring volume for incoming calls.
Radio Setup Key Volume and Speaker
Key Volume Adjustment
How to adjust the volume level for key beep tones.
Int Speaker Operation
How to turn the internal speaker ON or OFF.
DSC Setup
Enter Your User MMSI (User MMSI)
Procedure to enter the user's unique MMSI for DSC functions.
DSC Warning Message
Displays a message if DSC function attempted without a user MMSI.
Maintain Groups
How to manage group MMSI numbers for group calls.
DSC Setup Group Management
Enter Your Groups
Steps to enter new group names and MMSI numbers.
Edit User Groups
How to edit existing group names and MMSI numbers.
Delete a Group
How to delete a group from the group list.
DSC Setup ATIS and DSC Enable
Enter Your ATIS MMSI
Procedure to enter the ATIS MMSI number for ATIS functions.
ATIS Enable
How to enable or disable the ATIS function.
DSC Enable
How to enable or disable the DSC function.
DSC Setup Pos Reply and AIS
Pos Reply
How to set the radio's response to position requests.
AIS Setup
Setup and display options for the AIS receiver.
HS Setting
Settings for linking and managing the wireless handset.
DSC Setup MOB and Reset
MOB Set Up
How to register and review the Man Over Board (MOB) status.
Reset
How to reset settings to factory defaults.
Automatic Identification System (AIS) Receiver
Disclaimer
Disclaimer regarding the use of the AIS receiver for navigation.
What is AIS?
Explanation of the AIS system and its purpose in maritime communication.
AIS Receiver Classes
Classes of AIS
Description of Class A and Class B AIS transceivers and their data.
AIS Static and Dynamic Information
Static and Dynamic Information
Details on static and dynamic information transmitted by AIS vessels.
AIS Information and Display
AIS Information and Display
How the radio displays AIS data and outputs it to other devices.
AIS Data Output and Display
AIS Data Output to Other Devices
How to configure AIS data output format (NMEA, RS422, RS232).
AIS Data Displayed in Marine Radio
How AIS data is displayed on the radio for navigation aid.
AIS Display Format and Modes
AIS Data Display Format
How to set the format for displaying ship MMSI or ship name.
AIS Data Display Mode
How to select between Plotter, List, and Information display modes.
P4800 Wireless Microphone (Option)
Look at the Microphone
Diagram and overview of the wireless microphone's physical features and buttons.
Wireless Handset Display
A Look at the Display of Wireless Handset
Explanation of the display screen and indicators on the wireless handset.
Wireless Microphone Setup
Setting Up Your Microphone
Steps for setting up the wireless microphone, including battery installation.
Installing the Battery Pack
Instructions for installing the battery pack into the microphone.
Wireless Microphone Battery and Belt Clip
Charging the Batteries
Instructions for charging the rechargeable batteries for the wireless microphone.
Installing the Belt-Clip
How to attach the belt-clip to the back of the handset.
Wireless Microphone Charger Mounting
Mounting the Cradle Charger
Instructions for mounting the drop-in charger for the wireless microphone.
Basic Operation of Wireless Microphone
Link the Wireless Microphone to the Main Radio
Steps to subscribe and link the wireless microphone to the marine radio.
Transmission and Reception
How to transmit and receive using the wireless microphone.
Wireless Microphone Band Switch and Memory
Band Switch
How to switch bands (USA/INT) using the wireless microphone.
Save Memory (Fav) Channels
How to save favorite channels using the wireless microphone.
Wireless Microphone Scan and Watch Modes
Scan
How to use scan modes with the wireless microphone.
Dual Watch
How to activate and use Dual Watch mode on the wireless microphone.
Tri-Watch
How to activate and use Tri-Watch mode on the wireless microphone.
Wireless Microphone Position and Intercom
Position Indication
How the wireless handset displays vessel position and time information.
Intercom (Internal Communication)
How to use the intercom feature between the wireless handset and radio.
Setting Menu for Wireless Microphone
Set-Up Menu Navigation
How to navigate and access the setup menu on the wireless handset.
Buddy List
How to manage the Buddy List on the wireless microphone.
Wireless Mic Display Settings
Backlight
How to adjust the backlight level of the wireless handset display.
Contrast
How to adjust the contrast level of the wireless handset display.
Local/Dist
How to set radio sensitivity for the wireless handset.
Wireless Mic GPS, Radio, and DSC Setup
GPS/Time
Settings for GPS and time display on the wireless handset.
Radio Setup
Setup options related to radio functions for the wireless handset.
DSC Setup
Setup options for DSC functions on the wireless handset.
Wireless Microphone Reset
Reset
How to reset the wireless microphone settings to default.
Maintenance
Trouble Shooting
Common problems and their solutions for the radio.
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