NGT Transceiver H F R A D IO CO M M U N IC A TI O N S GETTING STARTED GUIDE
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Table of contents CODAN Introduction Overview of this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Accessing the CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1 NGT transceiver compliance Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 European Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of contents Making a Selective call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Scanning channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Switching scanning on or off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Pausing scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Appendix A—Entering and editing text Editing a screen . . . . . . . . . .
List of figures CODAN Figure 1: Typical mobile NGT AR or SR station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Figure 2: Typical mobile NGT AR Voice or VR station. . . . . . . . . 16 Figure 3: Typical fixed NGT AR or SR station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Figure 4: Typical fixed NGT AR Voice or VR station . . . . . . . . . . 25 Figure 5: The handset. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Figure 6: The channel screen in the Channel List . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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List of tables CODAN Table 1: Earth symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Table 2: Cables for a typical mobile NGT station . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Table 3: Cables for a typical fixed NGT station. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Table 4: Standard hot keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Table 5: NGT Transceiver specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Table 6: Examples of channels and modes. . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction CODAN Thank you for purchasing a Codan NGT Transceiver. With this great product and Codan’s supreme after-sales support, you can look forward to many years of clear and reliable HF communication. Please read this guide thoroughly and retain it for future reference. There is an index at the end of this guide to assist you in finding information.
Introduction Appendix D Transceiver specifications—provides the common operational specifications of the transceiver Appendix E HF radio transmission—describes the medium of HF communication and how to use it effectively Appendix F Definitions—explains the terms and abbreviations used in this guide Accessing the CD To access the CD: 1 Place the CD in the CD drive of your computer. The CD will automatically launch the NGT Transceiver Reference Manual as a fully text-searchable HTML help file.
1 NGT transceiver compliance CODAN This section contains the following topics: Introduction (4) European Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive (5) Electromagnetic compatibility and safety notices (7) FCC compliance (11) NGT Transceiver Getting Started Guide 3
NGT transceiver compliance Introduction This section describes how to ensure the NGT transceiver complies with the European Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336/EEC and the European Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC as called up in the European Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/EC. The CE Declarations of Conformity and Expert Letters of Opinion for the product range are listed on page 77, Associated documents.
NGT transceiver compliance European Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive The NGT transceiver product range has been tested and complies with the following standards and requirements (articles of the R&TTE Directive): • Article 3.1b: ETSI EN 301 489-1 • Article 3.1b: ETSI EN 301 489-15 • Article 3.2: Australian type approval according to ECR 209 • Article 3.1a: assessed against ICNIRP and FCC requirements • Article 3.
NGT transceiver compliance Protection of the radio spectrum CAUTION 6 Most countries restrict the use of HF radio communications equipment to certain frequency bands and/or require such equipment to be licensed. It is the user’s responsibility to check the specific requirements with the appropriate communications authorities. If necessary, contact Codan for more information.
NGT transceiver compliance Electromagnetic compatibility and safety notices Radiation safety To ensure optimal transceiver performance and to avoid exposure to excessive electromagnetic fields, the antenna system must be installed according to the instructions provided. High voltages exist on the antenna during transmission and tuning. Do not touch the WARNING antenna during these activities. RF burns may result.
NGT transceiver compliance Electromagnetic compatibility To ensure compliance with the EMC Directive is maintained, you must: 1 Use standard shielded cables supplied from Codan (where applicable). 1 Ensure the covers for the equipment are fitted correctly. CAUTION 1 8 If it is necessary to remove the covers at any stage, they must be refitted correctly before using the equipment.
NGT transceiver compliance Electrical safety To ensure compliance with the European Low Voltage Directive is maintained, you must install and use the NGT transceiver in accordance with the instructions in the NGT Transceiver Getting Started Guide and the NGT Transceiver Reference Manual. When using equipment that is connected directly to the AC mains these precautions must be followed and checked before applying AC power to the unit: 1 1 Use the standard AC mains cable supplied.
NGT transceiver compliance Earth symbols Chassis earth connection points are provided on the NGT transceiver and 3020 Transceiver Supply. A protective earth is provided in the AC mains wiring of the 3020 Transceiver Supply. This protective earth needs to be connected at the AC mains supply outlet. The symbols shown in Table 1 are used to identify the earths on the equipment.
NGT transceiver compliance FCC compliance FCC Part 90 certification The NGT SR Transceiver has been tested and certified to FCC Part 90 (FCC identifier code DYYNGT-1). FCC Part 15 compliance Any modifications made to the NGT SR Transceiver and 3020 Transceiver Supply that are not approved by the party responsible for compliance may void your equipment’s compliance under Part 15 of the FCC rules.
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2 Installation CODAN This section contains the following topics: Mobile stations for NGT AR, SR, AR Voice, and VR Transceivers (14) Fixed stations for NGT AR, SR, AR Voice, and VR Transceivers (23) NGT Transceiver Getting Started Guide 13
Installation Mobile stations for NGT AR, SR, AR Voice, and VR Transceivers A mobile NGT station typically consists of: • a handset and cradle • a junction box (NGT AR and SR Transceivers only) • a speaker • an RF unit and vehicle mounting cradle (includes DC power cable) • a 12 V DC power supply (battery) • an automatic tuning antenna Figure 1 on page 15 shows a typical mobile NGT AR or SR station. Figure 2 on page 16 shows a typical mobile NGT AR Voice or VR station.
Installation Typical mobile NGT AR or SR station 9350 ANTENNA Figure 1: NGT Transceiver Getting Started Guide 15
Installation Figure 2: Typical mobile NGT AR Voice or VR station 10 CON -WAY NECT OR 9350 ANTENNA 4 CON-WAY NECT OR 16 NGT Transceiver Getting Started Guide
Installation Cables Table 2: Cables for a typical mobile NGT station Cable Symbol Part number CIB cable between RF unit and junction boxa (NGT AR and SR Transceivers only) 08-05610-006 Handset and speaker connector cableb (NGT AR Voice and VR Transceivers only) 08-06022-001 Coaxial cable between RF unit and antennac 08-01503-006 Control cable between RF unit and antennac 08-05627-006 DC power supply cableb 08-03255 a. The part number for this cable corresponds to a standard 6 m CIB cable.
Installation Mounting the speaker To mount the speaker: 1 Secure the mounting cradle to the surface with at least two screws. Ensure there is sufficient space at the rear for the cable. 1 Attach the speaker to the cradle with the two screws and rubber washers. Mounting the junction box (NGT AR and SR Transceivers only) To mount the junction box: 1 Use cable ties or screws to secure the junction box in a suitable location.
Installation Mounting the RF unit If you are transferring a fixed station to a mobile station and you have installed rubber feet to the WARNING bottom of the RF unit, you must remove the rubber feet before installing it into the mounting cradle. To mount the RF unit: 1 Secure the mounting cradle to the surface with at least four screws, one in each corner of the cradle. NOTE Ensure there is sufficient space at the rear of the cradle to clear the RF unit heatsink.
Installation Connecting a mobile NGT station Connecting a mobile NGT AR or SR station To connect a mobile NGT AR or SR station: 20 1 Connect the plug of the handset cable to the socket on the junction box, then secure the locking ring tightly into position. 1 Connect the plug at the end of the speaker cable to the socket on the junction box. 1 Connect the socket at the end of the cable to the plug at the end of the cable lead from the RF unit, then secure the locking ring tightly into position.
Installation Connecting a mobile NGT AR Voice or VR station To connect a mobile NGT AR Voice or VR station: 1 Connect the socket at the end of the handset and speaker connector cable to the 10-way plug on the cable lead from the RF unit, then secure the locking ring tightly into position. 1 Connect the plug of the handset cable to the socket on the handset and speaker connector, then secure the locking ring tightly into position.
Installation Connecting the power supply To connect the transceiver to the battery power supply: 1 Connect the power supply cable (Codan part number 08-03255) to the plug at the end of the 12 V cable lead from the RF unit. 1 Route the power supply cable according to the instructions supplied with the Vehicle Installation Kit (Codan part number 15-00112). 1 Insert the 32 A fuse and holder in the power supply cable at a convenient location, as close as possible to the battery terminals.
Installation Fixed stations for NGT AR, SR, AR Voice, and VR Transceivers A fixed NGT station typically consists of: • a desk console, containing a handset, a goose-neck microphone, a junction box, and a speaker (NGT AR and SR Transceivers only) • a handset and cradle (NGT AR Voice and VR Transceivers only) • a speaker (NGT AR Voice and VR Transceivers only) • an RF unit • an AC transceiver supply • a suitable fixed antenna (see the reference material on the enclosed CD) Figure 3 on page 24 sho
Installation Figure 3: Typical fixed NGT AR or SR station L A ON TI ER P N O U T OL TR N TE AN NA N CO NA EN T AN BRO ADBA ND A NTEN NA RF UNIT PO SUPPLWER Y NOTE 24 R E W O C P A The junction box is fitted inside the desk console. The connectors on the junction box are at the rear of the desk console.
Installation Figure 4: Typical fixed NGT AR Voice or VR station L NA IO R T E OPUN T OL TR NA EN T AN BRO ADBA ND A NTEN NA N TE AN NA N CO 10 CON -WAY NECT OR RF UNIT 4 CON-WAY NECT OR R KE EA P S R & O T CT SE NE D N ON HA C PO SUPPLWER Y R E W O C P A 10 CON -WAY NECT OR OPT CONSOIONAL LE NGT Transceiver Getting Started Guide 25
Installation NOTE The Code 766 Desk Console comes with a 2 m cable that connects directly to the 10-way connector from the RF unit. The console replaces the 6 m handset and speaker connector cable, and external speaker. The handset connects directly to the back of the console.
Installation Mounting a fixed NGT station A fixed NGT AR or SR station is most commonly mounted using a desk console (Codan part number 15-10471). A fixed NGT AR Voice or VR station may be mounted using a desk console (Codan part number 15-00766). For general guidance on suitable locations for equipment and installing the fixed station see the reference material on the enclosed CD.
Installation Rack-mounting unit A rack-mounting unit consists of a 19 inch rack tray. It can be used in conjunction with a desk console, or the handset and cradle, to mount your fixed station. Connecting a fixed NGT station Connecting a fixed NGT AR or SR station NOTE The handset is supplied connected to the desk console (Codan part number 15-10471).
Installation Connecting a fixed NGT AR Voice or VR station To connect a fixed NGT AR Voice or VR station: 1 Connect the lead from the handset and speaker connector or desk console to the 10-way plug on the cable lead from the RF unit, then secure the locking ring tightly into position. 1 Connect the plug of the handset cable to the socket on the handset and speaker connector or to the rear of the optional Code 766 Desk Console, then secure the locking ring tightly into position.
Installation Connecting an automatic tuner to the RF unit and antenna (optional) NOTE You may need to install a tuner to improve the efficiency of the antenna in your fixed station (see the reference material on the enclosed CD). NOTE The tuner used in most applications has connectors at the end of the cables attached to the tuner, as described below. However, you may have a tuner that has sockets on the connector panel of the tuner.
3 The handset Figure 5: CODAN The handset microphone PTT button MUTE CALL SCAN 1TUNE QZ 2CLAR ABC 3MODE DEF 4 GHI 5HELP JKL 6 MNO 7VPRSS 8 SEC TUV 9 WXY EASI 0VIEW CALL # LOGS * TALK programming jack NGT Transceiver Getting Started Guide 31
The handset The handset comprises: • an LCD • • , , , volume controls ( , ) • MUTE, CALL and SCAN hot keys • alphanumeric keys (0–9, • emergency key ( • power key ( • microphone • PTT button • programming jack navigation keys ( ) , ) *, #) ) There are two ways to use the keys on the handset.
The handset Hold to go from any location to the home screen. If you have entered text into a setting and want to discard the changes you made, hold . The scroll keys The and keys are the scroll keys. Use these keys to scroll up or down through any list, to scroll left or right over text, and to increase or decrease a value.
The handset Hot keys Hot keys enable you to perform a task quickly. The transceiver comes with some standard hot keys programmed; the keys are labelled with the corresponding task performed. You can also create your own hot keys (see the reference material on the enclosed CD). Table 4: Standard hot keys Hot key Function MUTE Pressing MUTE toggles mute on or off. CALL Pressing CALL starts a call.
The handset Table 4: Standard hot keys (cont.) Hot key Function VIEW Pressing VIEW toggles between the channel screen and the Address List. CALL LOGS Pressing CALL LOGS repeatedly steps through a number of call logs: Calls Out, Calls In, then back to the screen from which you began. In these logs, you can view the details of the calls. (Emergency) Holding begins an automatic Emergency call transmission using call information contained in the Emergency entries in the Address List.
The handset The channel screen The channel screen is displayed when you press Figure 6: signal strength indicator or VIEW. The channel screen in the Channel List mute type indicator (V/S, highlighted when mute is on) Tx power indicator (Hi/Lo) call type icon mode Rx/Tx indicator channel name Tx freq (kHz) (not shown if Tx/Rx are the same) Rx freq (kHz) When the transceiver is scanning, the call type icon is replaced by the scanning icon and the channel information is replaced by Scanning.
4 Getting started CODAN This section contains the following topics: Switching on the transceiver (38) Setting up basics (39) Selecting a channel (40) Making a basic voice call (41) Making a Selective call (42) Scanning channels (44) You should not transmit from your transceiver or tune the antenna unless people are beyond the safe working distance of: WARNING • 1.
Getting started Switching on the transceiver To switch on the transceiver: 1 Press . If you are prompted to enter a password, enter your user or administrator password, then press . If you enter an incorrect password it is automatically erased. If you enter an incorrect password three times, the transceiver automatically switches off. Switching off the transceiver To switch off the transceiver: 1 Hold . The transceiver is switched off.
Getting started Setting up basics NOTE NGT Transceiver Getting Started Guide Basic information for the transceiver, such as channels, self addresses, time and date, and enabling channels for scanning, should be set up by your system administrator using the NGT System Programmer. If Quick Start is enabled you can enter some of this information (see page 51, Using Quick Start).
Getting started Selecting a channel To select a channel: 1 Press VIEW until the channel screen is displayed. If scanning is on, press SCAN to switch it off. 1 Scroll through the channels in the list. Stop scrolling when the channel you want is displayed. The channel is selected. 1 If you want to change the sideband or IF filter settings, press MODE. If the mode does not change, there is only one mode for the channel.
Getting started Making a basic voice call To make a basic voice call: 1 Select the channel that you want to use (see page 40, Selecting a channel). 1 Hold down PTT then speak, releasing PTT when you have finished speaking. Muting the transceiver If you do not want to listen to on-air noise, you can mute the transceiver so that you will only hear voice traffic on the channel. To switch mute on or off: 1 Press MUTE.
Getting started Making a Selective call NOTE The call types available will depend on the options installed in your transceiver. To make a Selective call: 1 1 Call type Press CALL. Enter the address of the station you want to call, scroll to the type of call you want to make, then press CALL. Icon Used for... Channel Test Testing the audible quality of a channel in a Codan Selcall or Open Selcall network. Emergency Sending an emergency alert tone with a call.
Getting started 1 If you are prompted for details about the call, use the information in the following table to enter them, then press CALL. If this prompt is displayed... Do this...
Getting started Scanning channels Before you can switch scanning on, you need to allocate some channels to be scanned. If you have Quick Start enabled, you can create a scan list from channels programmed into the transceiver (see page 51, Using Quick Start). If this feature is disabled, your system administrator will allocate some channels to a network, then enable scanning of this network. Switching scanning on or off To switch scanning on or off: 1 Press SCAN. Scanning is toggled on or off.
Getting started Pausing scanning To pause scanning: 1 Do one of the following: • to pause scanning on the current channel/mode, press • to pause scanning and scroll to another channel/mode, press or The channel/modes through which you can scroll are those in the networks that were being scanned. They are not listed alphabetically but in the order in which they were being scanned. If you do not press a key within 30 seconds, the transceiver automatically resumes scanning.
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Appendix A—Entering and editing text CODAN Editing a screen To gain access to an editable screen: 1 Hold . A question mark is displayed at the end of the heading to show that you can now enter and/or edit text in the setting. NOTE 1 If text has already been entered on the line it is highlighted. Do one of the following: • To use the text displayed, press . • To enter new text, start typing. When you have entered the text, press . • To edit the text displayed, press .
Entering and editing text Entering text To enter text in an editable screen: 1 To enter one of the letters on a key, press the key repeatedly until the letter is displayed. NOTE 1 You can also hold the key until the letter you want is displayed, then release the key. To enter another letter on the same key, wait until the cursor moves to the next space... ...then press the key repeatedly until the letter you want is displayed. 1 To enter a letter on another key, press the key for the letter.
Entering and editing text Changing between alpha and numerical characters To change between upper-case and lower-case letters and numbers in an editable screen: 1 Press # to change the character/case indicator at the bottom right of the screen from A (upper-case) to a (lower-case) to # (numbers). When you are prompted to enter a call address, the characters that you can enter are determined by the call systems installed in the transceiver.
Entering and editing text Deleting text To delete text: 1 Use or to move the cursor one position to the right of the character that you want to delete, then press . Saving text changes To save the changes you have made: 1 Press . The question mark is removed from the heading. If you do not want to save the text, hold changes.
Appendix B—Using Quick Start CODAN Quick Start provides simple methods to configure your transceiver to a basic operating state. Quick Start will be available if your transceiver contains only one station self address and network names from this default list: • *Voice • *Selcall • *CALM • !Default When you hold , you should see the Quick Start entries, for example, Add/Edit channel, Set scan list etc. If these entries are not displayed, then Quick Start is not available to you.
Using Quick Start Adding/Editing a channel To add or edit a channel: 1 1 1 Open Quick Start. Scroll to Add/Edit channel, then press . Enter the name of the channel that you want to use, then press . NOTE For help with entering text see page 47, Entering and editing text. If you want to use an existing channel, scroll to the channel, then press . 1 Enter the receive frequency in kilohertz, then press NOTE 1 1 . You can enter the frequency to three decimal places.
Using Quick Start Setting up a scan list To set up a scan list: 1 1 Open Quick Start. Scroll to Set scan list, then press . The first channel in the transceiver is displayed. 1 If you want to add this channel to the scan list, press . If you do not want to add this channel to the scan list, press . When all the channels have been viewed or you have added 15 channels to your scan list, the transceiver returns to Quick Start.
Using Quick Start Setting the time and date To set the time and date: 1 1 Open Quick Start. Scroll to Set time/date, then press . The display appears with a line under the day of the month. 1 Use or to change the current setting to the correct value, then press . The line appears under the month. 1 Repeat the previous step until you have made all of the changes to the time and date. When all the changes have been made, the transceiver returns to Quick Start. 1 54 Close Quick Start, if required.
Using Quick Start Setting your station self address NOTE When Quick Start is available, any self address that you enter using this method replaces the previous self address. If you want to enter more than one self address, and hence disable the Quick Start features, see the reference material on the enclosed CD. To set your station self address: 1 1 1 Open Quick Start.
Using Quick Start Adding/Editing an entry in the Address List or Call Book To add or edit an address that you call frequently: 1 1 1 Open Quick Start. Scroll to Address/CallBk, then press . Enter the name of the station or person that you want to add to the list, or use or to select an existing entry, then press . NOTE For help with entering text see page 47, Entering and editing text. 1 Scroll to the type of call that you want to make, enter the station address that you want to call, then press .
Using Quick Start Deleting an entry To delete addresses, channels or phone links: 1 1 1 Open Quick Start. 1 Scroll to the item you want to delete, then press Scroll to Delete..., then press Scroll to the list from which you want to delete an item, then press . NOTE 1 . . If you delete a channel from the Channel List, it is deleted automatically from the scan list. Close Quick Start, if required.
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Appendix C—Using a GPS receiver CODAN The GPS option is available for NGT AR, SR, and AR Voice Transceivers. If you have this option enabled and a GPS receiver connected, you can view the distance and bearing to other transceivers from which you have received a position. To access GPS information: 1 Press 9 to see the GPS screen. To view distance and bearing to another transceiver: 1 Go to an Address List or Call Log entry containing a GPS position of the other station.
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Appendix D—Transceiver specifications Table 5: CODAN NGT Transceiver specifications Item Specification Frequency range Transmit: 1.6 to 30 MHz Receive: 250 kHz to 30 MHz Channel capacity NGT AR, SR, AR Voice: 400 channels NGT VR: 20 channels Operating modes Single sideband (J3E) USB and LSB or switched USB/LSB, AM H3E (optional) Sensitivity Frequency: 0.25 to 30 MHz RF amp off: 1.25 µV PD, –105 dBm Frequency: 1.6 to 30 MHz RF amp on: 0.
Transceiver specifications Table 5: NGT Transceiver specifications Item Specification Size, weight and sealing 2010/2011 RF Unit (excluding vehicle mounting frame) Size: 210 mm W × 270 mm D × 65 mm H (8.4 in W × 10.8 in D × 2.6 in H) Weight: 3.3 kg (7.3 lb) Sealing: IP52 2020 Handset Size: 65 mm W × 35 mm D × 130 mm H (2.6 in W × 1.4 in D × 5.2 in H) Weight: 0.3 kg (0.7 lb) Sealing: IP41 2030 Junction Box (NGT AR and SR Transceivers only) Size: 135 mm W × 106 mm D × 38 mm H (5.4 in W × 4.
Appendix E—HF radio transmission CODAN The HF band is the range of frequencies between 3 and 30 MHz. HF transceivers usually cover a frequency range of 1.6 to 30 MHz. Codan HF transceivers transmit on single sidebands. This reduces the power required to send HF signals and increases the number of channels available within the HF spectrum. HF transceivers are primarily used for long-range communication where distances of 3000 km (1800 mi) and more are possible.
HF radio transmission Sky wave The sky wave is the most important form of HF propagation. The radio wave is transmitted toward the sky and is reflected by the ionosphere to a distant receiver on earth. The reflective properties of the ionosphere change throughout the day, from season to season, and yearly.
HF radio transmission Solar activity varies over an 11 year cycle. Higher frequencies need to be used during periods of peak activity. It is important to remember that you may need to change the frequency you are using to achieve the best communication. The general rules of thumb for HF communication are: • the higher the sun, the higher the frequency • the further the distance, the higher the frequency Channels and modes A channel is a name that is given to a frequency or a pair of frequencies, e.g.
HF radio transmission Networks and scanning A network is two or more stations that use the same frequencies and call system to communicate. The frequencies are allocated by a government authority and enable the network to maintain HF communication throughout the day and night. The call system is the method the network uses to make and receive calls.
HF radio transmission In this example your call sign is AB2 and you are calling a station with the call sign AB1. A call sign is a group of letters and numbers issued by a government authority to identify a station. The phonetic alphabet is used to ensure that your call sign is understood. The word ‘over’ is used to signify the end of your transmission. The transceiver may be set up to transmit a short beep when you release the PTT button on the handset.
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Appendix F—Definitions CODAN Standards and icons The following standards and icons are used in this guide: This typeface Means... Italic a cross-reference or text requiring emphasis Bold a menu option in the transceiver This icon Means...
Definitions Acronyms and abbreviations 70 This term Means...
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Definitions Glossary This term Means... active line The line below the title of a list on the handset screen. Items in the active line are selected by pressing . address The HF transceiver equivalent of a telephone number. Your station self address is used by other stations to call you, and it is sent when you make calls to identify you as the caller. It is sometimes referred to as an ID, a station ID, or a self ID. automatic tuning An antenna designed for use with antenna multichannel transceivers.
Definitions This term Means... fixed base station A transceiver that is permanently installed and cannot be moved without significant effort. It consists of a transceiver, a transceiver supply, an antenna, control and accessory devices, ancillary equipment, and appropriate connecting cables. frequency The number of cycles per second of a radio wave, usually expressed in kilohertz. Get Position call A call that gets the GPS position of a specific station.
Definitions 74 This term Means... listen before transmit If enabled, the automatic process that the transceiver uses to detect whether or not there is traffic on a channel and, when necessary, select another channel or inform the user that the channel is busy. macro A short set of instructions to automate a task you perform with the transceiver. When a macro is assigned to a key, the key becomes a hot key. Message call A call that enables you to send a message to a specific station.
Definitions This term Means... revertive A signal sent by a station in response to a call. RFDS Emgcy call A call that enables you to contact the RFDS (NGT AR and AR Voice Transceivers only). RF unit The device in a transceiver that modulates audio signals onto radio frequencies that can be transmitted on air, and that demodulates the radio frequencies it receives into audio signals. Selective call A call that enables you to contact a specific station, then speak to an operator.
Definitions Units NOTE Imperial dimensions are in United States Customary Units. Measurement Unit Abbreviation Length metre (inch/feet/yard/ mile) m (in/ft/yd/mi) Frequency hertz Hz Time second s hour h Voltage volt V Weight gram (pound) g (lb) Unit multipliers NOTE 76 Units are expressed in accordance with ISO 1000:1992 ‘SI units and recommendations for the use of their multiples and of certain other units’. Unit Name Multiplier M mega 1000000 k kilo 1000 m milli 0.
Definitions About this issue This is the sixth issue of the NGT Transceiver Getting Started Guide. This guide describes V4.3 firmware, which includes the distance and bearing capability with the GPS option, and the Open Selcall call system. The NGT VR Mobile Transceiver (with RF Unit 2011 and no junction box) is now called the NGT VR Transceiver. The previous NGT VR Transceiver (with RF Unit 2010 and Junction Box 2030) is no longer available.
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Index CODAN A E Address List adding/editing entries 56 calling from 42 ancillary equipment 22, 30 electromagnetic compatibility and safety notices compliance earth symbols 10 electrical safety 9 electromagnetic compatibility 8 entering and editing text changing between alpha and numerical characters 49 deleting text 50 editing a screen 47 entering special characters 49 entering text 48 inserting text 49 moving the cursor 49 saving text changes 50 B bearing 59 C cables fixed station 26 mobile station
Index M S mobile station 14 cables 17 installing 20 mounting 17 handset and speaker connector 18 handset cradle 17 junction box 18 RF unit 19 speaker 18 modes 40, 65 safety radiation 7 scan rate, see call detect time 72 scanning channels 44, 66 pausing channel scanning 45 selecting an item in a list 32 channel 40 sky wave 64 station fixed 23 installing 28 mounting 27 mobile 14 installing 20 mounting 17 N networks 66 NGT fixed station 23 NGT mobile station 14 P password entering 38 phonetic alphabet 67
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