Rs8400, Rs8300, Rs8300 Sd, And Rs8300 Sos; Introduction - Simrad Shipmate RS8400 Introduction Manual

Introduction for

RS8400, RS8300, RS8300 SD, and RS8300 SOS

The VHF system is designed for remote installation of the main unit. Operation is
carried out through the waterproof handset, which can be installed up to 20 m (65
ft) from the main unit.
Information regarding channel selection, operating mode and output power is al-
ways given on the handset display. Volume and Squelch levels are displayed mo-
mentarily when settings are changed. Selection of an unauthorised channel is indi-
cated by the legend ERROR.
The keypad has numerical keys for channel selection and function keys for con-
trolling volume, squelch and scan modes. Key P (WX) allows access to private,
authorised channels. In addition, key E allows access to secondary functions. The
legend SHIFT will be shown in the handset display whenever this key is pressed.
All key entries are acknowledged by short tone in the loudspeaker.
The Press To Transmit lever, located on the left side of the handset, can only be
operated when the handset is out of its cradle.
Additional features for the RS8300 SOS version:
The red SOS key ensures a quick and easy way of making a digital distress call,
containing the vessel's identity (DSC no.), present position and time. The VHF
system will automatically have this information if a GPS navigator is connected,
or it can be entered manually via the keypad before activating the distress call.
The handset is supplied with a watertight connector and 5 m extension cable. By
adding a second handset and speaker, the system will offer full dual station opera-
tion, hailer function and intercom.
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