Simrad VHF Radiotelephones Shipmate RS8400 RS8300 183.2047.005 Rev.I English Warning! The SOS function may only be used in case of emergency and with the correct DSC number coded into the system. The number can be checked by pressing E á 98E for the first five digits and E á97 E for the last five digits. Do not disconnect the handset while the unit is switched ON.
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Contents for RS8400, RS8300, RS8300 SD, and RS8300 SOS Distress call: Manual .....................................................................................................4 Distress call: Automatic - only RS8300 SOS) ..............................................................5 Programming of DSC identity number ........................................................................6 Introduction ......................................................................................................
Manual DISTRESS CALL INT Select the Distress Channel by pressing the 16 key. 16 Hold down the PTT lever on the handset. 16 MAYDAY THIS IS: - MAYDAY - MAYDAY State vessel’s name three times MAYDAY THIS IS: AT POSITION: Repeat vessel’s name State position of vessel STATE NATURE OF DISTRESS Release PTT lever. Wait for an answer. If not answered after a short interval, repeat message until answered.
Automatic DISTRESS CALL (DSC) Caution! The SOS message will alert and activate a rescue operation. To call off a rescue operation, contact your nearest coastal station. PUSH SOS SOS SOS SOS AUTO SOS 70 TX The SOS function is blocked until a DSC number is entered - see overleaf for programming of DSC and ATIS. Refer to page 12 and 13 for details on Position input and DSC. Activate automatic transmission of digital DISTRESS CALL by pressing the SOS key three times at intervals of 1 second.
Programming of DSC identity number. The DSC number issued by the authorities can be programmed directly from the handset. If a mistake is made, the number can be altered for as long as the unit is still ON, but once the power has been switched OFF, the numbers will be fixed in the memory and can only be reprogrammed by an authorized dealer. Important! Connected navigator must be disconnected during programming. Example of how to program a DSC number e.g. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 (+0).
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 always given on the handset display. Volume and Squelch levels are displayed momentarily when settings are changed. Selection of an unauthorised channel is indicated by the legend ERROR.
Handset Status Displays (International) INT PCH International channels set SB Function in standby Output reduced Private channel operative IW P3 Set is transmitting Private channel operative Channel operative TX Incorrect selection ERROR 16 CH 10 Pre-selected channel 10 SCAN ALL Scan All operative 3 Squelch or volume setting 67 16 10 Channels selected for Scan Programme OCC Other handset in use SCAN PRG Scan Programme operative INTERCOM Intercom selected Dual Watch operative AUTO
Handset Status Displays (US) US US channels set WX US weather channels TX OFF Transmission is stopped by time-out 9
Handset Keys Earpiece Status display (page 8,9) PTT Press To Transmit Scan Programme (page 20) Scan All (page 18) Automatic Distress Call Secondary function access (page 9) Squelch controls (page 16) Volume controls (page 16) INT (P): Private Channel Selector (page 14) US (WX): Private Channel Selector & Weather channels (page 15) Microphone 10
The ON/OFF switch is fitted at the base of the main unit and a stand-by facility on the handset allows power consumption to be reduced, so that the set can be left on almost indefinitely. Set the ON/OFF switch of the main unit to the ON position. The system will automatically return to the same status as when it was switched OFF. ON/OFF INT 16 If the display remains blank, the unit is in standby mode. Press the ON key of the handset once.
Position Input (RS8300 SOS only) is automatically updated if you have a GPS navigator connected to the VHF. Without a navigator, the information can be entered manually from the keypad via the Position menu. LA XXXXX 16 E 16 LA 12N34 16 1 2 3 4 ß 16 12 0 à 5 Enter latitude e.g. 12N34 Toggle between N/S with ß / à LO 103E52 1 In the Position menu, the display will show the latitude of the last transferred position from a GPS navigator.
UTC 14 39 16 1 4 3 9 To enter UTC time in hours and minutes e.g. 14:39 hours. à INT 16 To acknowledge the position and time input, press the E key. E DSC or Digital Selective Calling is a part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System GMDSS. This safety system ensures that all coastal stations and commercial vessels automatically will monitor channel 70 for digital distress calls. GMDSS is being implemented gradually and will be fully deployed before 1999.
Channel Selection allows access to all legally permissible channels. It also permits direct, single key operation for the distress and general calling frequency, Channel 16. INT 16 Select the International Distress Channel and General Calling Frequency. 16 77 16 7 7 Select any public channel, for example, Ship to Ship Channel 77. The display will change automatically after 3.5 seconds, or immediately if the E key is pressed.
International and US channels may be used with this unit, permitting operation in all waters. To toggle between US system and International channels, press the E key and 1 key. If the legend ERROR is displayed, it indicates that US channels are not available. US 10 E US channels 13 & 67 are preset to 1W output. This is shown by a flashing 1W on the display. For 25W output, press and hold the PTT key and then press the ON key. When using these channels the handset OFF function will be inoperative.
Output Power can be set to either 1W or to 25W. Squelch is adjustable in three steps from 1 to 3. Volume is adjustable in eight steps from 1 to 8. INT To reduce output power to 1W for short range transmission. The unit will be set at maximum output when switched ON. 16 1W E Toggle between 1W and 25W. ON INT 3 16 ß 3 16 16 Adjust squelch with ß / à à INT á When the set is switched on, the squelch setting will be at 3. In step 1 the receiver is always open.
Dual Watch will automatically monitor Channel 16 as well as one other channel pre-selected by the operator. It will function only if both handsets are in their cradles. DW 16 10 E Activate/terminate Dual Watch. 3 DW SB 10 DW 16 16 Monitoring of Channel 16 stops when a handset is lifted from its cradle. The pre-selected channel immediately becomes available for communication, and the receiver changes to Stand-by ready to resume Dual Watch when the handset is back in its cradle.
Scan All mode monitors all channels for transmissions. * Squelch must be set above level 1 before this mode can be selected. The Scan function will go in Stand-by mode if the handset is out of its cradle. * In Europe Channel 16 is always monitored. SCAN ALL -- Activate/terminate Scan All. While scanning is in progress, channel numbers will not be displayed. * SCAN ALL 10 INT SB 10 18 When a transmission is detected, the set will lock on for four seconds and display the number of the channel.
Exclusions from Scan All can be made for up to six channels. * This will prevent continuously transmitting stations, such as V.H.F. Direction Beacons, from intruding. * In Europe it is not possible to exclude Channel 16. 88 10 8 Set in the number of the channel to be excluded from Scan All programme, e.g. Channel 88. 8 SCAN ALL -* Press the * key immediately, otherwise channel selected for exclusion will instead be “standard channel selection”.
Scan Programme mode allows a limited number of channels to be monitored. * A minimum of two and a maximum of ten channels can be pre-selected by the operator. * In Europe Channel 16 is always monitored together with the user-selected channels. SCAN PGM -# The set will lock on to any detected signal for four seconds, and scanning will automatically continue unless a handset is lifted for communication. Squelch must be set to 2 or 3. To activate/terminate Scan Programme.
Edit of Scan Programme memory. Channels selected for Scan programme will be retained in the memory of the set, even if power is switched off. When the memory is full (ten channels), the first one entered is overwritten by the last one entered. 13 10 1 3 # To insert new channels in the Scan Programme memory, e.g. Channel 13. INT 10 0 To delete all channels stored in Scan Programme memory. # 13 5 18 10 9 9 # Display the channels stored in Scan Programme memory.
The Intercom (not available in RS8300 standard) facility allows private conversation between the two handsets, or messages over separate loudspeakers, provided there is no radio traffic on the channel selected. INTERCOM 10 E Pick up the handset and press the E key and the 2 key to activate Intercom. A beep sequence will sound through the loudspeakers. 2 Press the PTT key to give a message over the loudspeakers, or to communicate with the second handset when it is out of the cradle.
Muting completely silences the loudspeakers. Illumination is set to the low level when the handset is switched on. INT 10 E 4 INT 10 E 5 Press the E key and the 4 key to mute the loudspeakers. This setting is automatically cancelled when a handset is replaced in its cradle. Press the E key and the 5 key to adjust the level of illumination. This function will toggle between three levels of illumination: low, high and off.
INSTALLATION POSITION & TIME Interface setup NMEA 0183 GLL, GGA (Green) DATA IN (Red) RETURN Fuse 6.3A slow blow ANT 6.3A #1 5m + 12 V Power cable: 1.5m, 2x1.5mm2 Extendable to max.: 5m, 2x1.5mm2 10m, 2x2.5mm2 Speaker cable: 1.5m, 2x0.4mm2 Extendable to max: 20m, 2x0.4mm2 >20m, 2x0.75mm2 DUAL SYSTEM (NOT RS8300 STANDARD) #2 20m Note! Do not connect 4 ohms speakers (RS8310 speakers) in parallel.
INSTALLATION A A Installation of transceiver unit, handset cradle and watertight socket. (Optional). The transceiver unit is not waterproof, so it will have to be installed in a dry place. A A 1. Fasten the transceiver unit with the 4 screws (included) in the holes marked A. 2. Fasten the handset cradle with minimum 4 screws (included). SHIPMATE Take care that the cradle is not mounted upside-down, as the plastic spring has a cutout for the cable. 3. Drill a Ø22mm hole for the watertight socket. 4.
INSTALLATION Installation of speaker 1. Open the speaker by pressing firmly on the top and bottom of the back part, and at the same time pull the front part forward. 2. Drill out the appropriate holes for installation with a Ø4mm drill. 3. Lead the speaker cable through the hole of the rear part. 4. Fasten the rear part with the included screws. 5. Connect the speaker cables to the connection terminals. 6. Take the front part of the speaker and press it back together with the rear part.
INSTALLATION 9 Ø2mm 69 How to flush mount a 69 85mm 30 speaker 22 25 59 6 53 48 1. Locate the exact position for the speaker. 2. Cut out the hole as indicated (shaded area). 6.5-7 45 3. Drill two Ø2mm holes. 4. Fasten with two 3x14mm selftapping screws (not included). 5. Insert the speaker into the cutout and slide it into its correct position. The two screws will lock into two keyhole-shaped holes.
INSTALLATION Multiple handset connections - up to three handsets can be connected simultaneously. #1 Dual outlet for two or more handset sockets. Part no. 157.2014.001 Note! Only one handset should be connected at a time, as the sockets are in parallel. Intercom #2 #3 Dual connection box for two handsets. Part no. RS8321 Handset #2 and #3 will have equal second priority, and both can intercom with #1.
OPTIONAL PA-HAILER (not available in RS8300 standard) Installation and operation of PA-HAILER Toggle switch* *Not supplied PA-Hailer horn* Pick up one handset. Place the toggle switch in HAIL position. INTERCOM 10 E 2 Select Intercom Press PTT to HAIL Terminate the function by resetting the toggle switch to RS8300 speaker, and place the handset back in its cradle.
TECHNICAL DATA General Power supply: Operating voltage: Power drain: - receive: - transmit (25W): - transmit (1W): - stand-by: Mode: Channels: Facilities: Frequency range: Antenna impedance: Connector: Navigator input: 13.2V dc (12V nominal) isolated earth. Reverse polarity protection. 10.8 to 15.6V dc 1.8W / 150mA 60W / 5A 10W / 0.8A 60mW / 5mA Simplex / Semi Duplex 54 International / US, 16 Private Scanning, Dual Watch, Priority Key, DSC - class C (automatic distress call) 153.9 - 163.
TECHNICAL DATA Receiver Sensitivity: Squelch sensitivity: AF output power: Headphone output: 0.3 µv / 12 dB SINAD Threshold 10dB quieting max. 2 µv 4W / 8 ohms 0.775v / 600 ohms Construction Main unit: Moisture resistant. Must be located inside, away from possible exposure to water. Dimensions: Weight: 184x155x42mm (7.2x6x1.6”) 1 kg Handset: Water resistant. Handset may be placed in an open cockpit and on the flybridge. Compass safe distance: 1m Dimensions: Weight: 192x60x27mm (7.5x2.3x1”) 0.
INTERNATIONAL MARINE VHF CHANNELS C= Channel P= Public S= Ship to Ship l= 25 Watt C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 P1 P2 P3 P4 32 D • • • • • P • • • • • D= Duplex H= Harbour X= Receive only ¤= 1 Watt H S Remarks • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • SAFETY & CALLING CHANNEL • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • u 157.850 MHz u 161.
US & CANADIAN MARINE VHF CHANNELS C= Channel P= Public S= Ship to Ship •= 25 Watt ¤= 1 Watt u= USCG only D= Duplex H= Harbour «= Receive only C D P H S Remarks 1 • • 2 • • 3 • • 4 • • 5 • • 6 • Safety 7 • • 8 • 9 • • 10 • • 11 • • 12 • • 13 ¤ ¤ 14 • • 15 « 16 SAFETY & CALLING CHANNEL 17 ¤ State controlled 18 • • 19 • • 20 • • 21 u u 22 u u 23 u 24 • • Marine operator 25 • • Marine operator 26 • • Marine operator 27 • • Marine operator 28 • • Marine operator WX1 WEATHER 162.550 MHz « WX2 WEATHER 162.
Warranty SIMRAD warrants that every product shall be free of defects in material and workmanship as specified below: CATEGORY “A”: *Autopilots *Radars *Instruments *Navigators *Radiotelephones *Plotters *Gyro compasses *Sonars *Echo sounders *Trawl Instrumentation. These products are warranted for a period of 24 months on parts and 12 months on labour from date of purchase, except for category B items. Consumable parts such as lamps, fuses, batteries, bearings etc. are not covered by this warranty.
