Nasaco MARINE SX 35 DSC Guía del usuario
OWNER’S HANDBOOK
SX 35 DSC
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
(As required by Article 6.3 of Directive 1999/5/EC-RTTE Directive)
Declares under his sole responsibility that the produced Marine VHF radio
transceiver manufactured by
NASA MARINE LTD.
Boulton Road
Stevenage, Herts, SG1 4QG
England
Telephone +44(0)1438 354033
Telefax +44(0)1438 741498
Intended for Worldwide use as a Class D DSC VHF Radiotelephone for use
aboard non-SOLAS vessels and identified by type number
NASA DSC RADIO
to which this declaration refers, has been tested to the essential radio test
suites required by the notified body and is in conformity with the standards
EN 301 025-2
EN 301 025-3
EN60945
and complies with the essential requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Conformity procedure under Annex IV of 1999/5/EC (Technical Construc-
tion file) has been undertaken by
EMCCert Dr. Rasek of Boelwiese 5, 91320 Ebermannstadt, Germany.
The Technical Construction File is held by Mr. Alan Mully at
NASA MARINE LTD.
Boulton Road
Stevenage, Herts, SG1 4QG
England
Telephone +44(0)1438 354033
Telefax +44(0)1438 741498
Alan Mully-Director-NASA MARINE Ltd.
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NOTICE
This device is only and aid to navigation. Its performance can be
affected by many factors including equipment failure or defects,
environmental conditions, and improper handling or use. It is the
users’s responsibility to exercise common prudence and naviga-
tional judgement, and this device should not be relied upon as a
substitute for such prudence and judgement. Your NASA SX35
DSC VHF radio generates and radiates radio frequency (RF) elec-
tromagnetic energy (EME). This equipment must be installed and
operated in accordance with the instructions contained in this hand-
book. Failure to do so can result in personal injury and/or product
malfunction.
Antenna Mounting and EME Exposure
For optimal radio performance and minimal human exposure to
radio frequency electromagnetic energy, make sure the antenna is:
• Connected to the radio before transmitting
• Properly mounted
• Located where it will be away from people
• Located at least three feet (91 cm) from the Base Station trans-
ceiver and handsets.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY............................................................1
GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................5
Introduction ...................................................................................................5
LICENSE INFORMATION ..............................................................................6
United Kingdom ...........................................................................................6
Digital Selective Calling (DSC) Capability .............................................7
Required License Information ...................................................................7
Equipment Required ....................................................................................7
Equipment Supplied ....................................................................................7
Optional Equipment.....................................................................................7
BASIC RADIO COMMUNICATION PROCEDURES ...............................8
Using Channel 16 ..........................................................................................8
Calling Another Vessel ................................................................................9
Telephone Calls.............................................................................................9
Prohibited Communication ......................................................................10
INSTALLATION ..............................................................................................11
Transceiver ...................................................................................................11
Antenna.........................................................................................................11
Power Connection .......................................................................................11
NMEA Cable ................................................................................................12
External Speaker Connection ...................................................................12
Rear Panel Connectors ...............................................................................12
Antenna Connector .....................................................................................12
OPERATION .....................................................................................................13
General ..........................................................................................................13
Display and Controls .................................................................................13
Basic Operation ...........................................................................................14
Power On/Off ..............................................................................................14
Volume and Squelch ..................................................................................14
Channel Selection .......................................................................................15
Channel Banks.............................................................................................15
Keypad, Transceiver ...................................................................................15
Keypad, Microphone ..................................................................................16
OPERATING PROCEDURES ........................................................................17
Primary Calling Channel...........................................................................17
Transmitting ................................................................................................17
Working Channel Recall ...........................................................................18
Transmitter Power Setting ........................................................................18
Channel Scanning .......................................................................................18
Priority Scan .................................................................................................19
All Scan .........................................................................................................19
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Memory Scan ...............................................................................................20
Menu Functions...........................................................................................21
Main Menu Topics......................................................................................22
Directory .................................................................................................22
Lamp ........................................................................................................25
Contrast ...................................................................................................26
Data Set ...................................................................................................26
MMSID Set.............................................................................................29
Time Set ..................................................................................................30
NMEA Set ...............................................................................................31
DSC OPERATION ...........................................................................................32
MMSID .........................................................................................................32
Sending a Distress Call..............................................................................33
Receiving Distress Calls ............................................................................35
Distress sent by another vessel...........................................................35
Distress ACK sent to another vessel..................................................36
Distress Relay from another vessel ...................................................36
Normal DSC Calls ......................................................................................37
Individual DSC Call .............................................................................37
Directory Call .........................................................................................37
Manual Call ............................................................................................39
All Ships Call .........................................................................................40
Group Call ..............................................................................................42
Receiving DSC Calls ..................................................................................43
Individual Call Received .....................................................................43
Last Call Received .................................................................................45
All Ships Call Received .......................................................................46
Group Call Received.............................................................................46
REFERENCE ......................................................................................................47
Maintenance.................................................................................................47
Special Functions ........................................................................................47
Simulator Mode .....................................................................................47
Clear Memory Channels ......................................................................47
New Microphone...................................................................................47
Printer Operation ........................................................................................47
Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................48
Specifications...............................................................................................49
Channel Assignments ................................................................................53
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Congratulations on your purchase of the SX 35 DSC. It is an advanced ma-
rine VHF communication transceiver offering Digital Selective Calling, an
easy to use four line LCD display, and a separate Channel 70 receiver.
NOTICE
Unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void com-
pliance with Regulatory Agency Type Acceptance. Any changes or modifi-
cation must be approved in writing by the manufacturer.
NOTICE
This radio transceiver has been tested and complies with EN-301 025-1 v1.1.2
(August 2000). This specification provides reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a normal installation. This radio generates, uses
and radiates radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accor-
dance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to other ma-
rine electronic equipment. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this radio does cause harmful
interference to marine electronic equipment, which can be determined by
turning this radio Off and On, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the antenna.
• Increase separation between this radio and other marine electronic
equipment.
• Connect this radio to a power source different from that of other ma-
rine electronic equipment.
• Consult your dealer or an experienced technician for help.
Introduction
Your SX 35 DSC VHF Transceiver is designed for operation in the marine
VHF FM frequency band. The operating frequency range is 156.025 to 163.275
MHz which includes all currently allocated International channels and
United Kingdom M and M2 marina channels.
The transceiver has Digital Selective Calling (DSC) capabilities conforming
to EN-301 025-1 v1.1.2 operation. Distress, All Ships, Individual and Group
DSC call formats are supported. There are thirty two memories for storing
incoming DSC calls and thirty two for your personal DSC call directory.
Other features include all channel scanning, priority channel scanning,
memory channel scanning, one button instant access to channel 16 and an
alphanumeric keypad on the microphone.
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LICENSE INFORMATION
Your SX 35 DSC complies with European Standard EN-301 025-1 v1.1.2.
Users must know and comply with all applicable rules and regulations for
the country or countries having jurisdiction over waters where your trans-
ceiver is operated. Depending upon national regulations, a station license
may be required for a VHF transceiver and an operator license or permit
may be required for an individual to operate a VHF transceiver.
Prior to using your SX 35 DSC inquire with your national radio communi-
cation authorities.
United Kingdom
The Radiocommunications Agency, an Executive Agency of the Department
of Trade and Industry, is responsible for the management of the nonmili-
tary radio spectrum in the UK.
License information and application forms are available on their web site:
www.radio.gov.uk under Publications - Maritime.
Direct inquiries to:
Radiocommunications Agency (RA)
Wyndham House
189 Marsh Wall
London E14 9SX
Tel: 020 7211 0211
The minimum Certificate of Competence that is required for use of a ship
portable radio is the Short Range Certificate. This certificate covers use of
both standard VHF and VHF/DSC equipment under the Global Maritime
Distress and Safety System in sea area A1.
The training and examinations for these certificates are carried out by:
Royal Yachting Association
RYA House
Romsey Road,
Eastleigh
Hampshire SO5 4YA
Tel: 023 8062 7400
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Digital Selective Calling (DSC) Capability
You must obtain a nine-digit maritime mobile service identity (MMSI) and
program it into the unit before you transmit. To obtain an MMSI, you will
be asked to provide certain information about your ship. It is important
that you obtain an MMSI because National Coast Guards and other search
and rescue (SAR) agencies use this information to help speed search and
rescue operations.
Required License Information
The following information pertaining to your transceiver is necessary if com-
pleting a station license application
Output Power............................................... 1 Watt (low) and 25 Watts (high)
Emission ................................................................................16K0F3E, 16K0G3E
Frequency Range ......................................................... 156.025 to 157.425 MHz
UK M .........................................................................................157.850 MHz
UK M2 .......................................................................................161.425 MHz
Meets Essential Requirements of RTTE DIRECTIVE (Declaration of Confor-
mity)
Equipment Required
The minimum equipment required for two way voice and DSC VHF radio
communication with vessels and shore stations includes:
• VHF radio communication transmitter and receiver designed and ap-
proved for marine VHF communication use.
• VHF antenna and connecting cable. Use a good quality unity gain an-
tenna for best range performance.
• Power source suitable for the VHF transmitter and receiver.
• For Digital Selective Calling (DSC) VHF communication radios, con-
nection to a GPS receiver that provides latitude and longitude coordi-
nates and UTC time for distress messages.
Equipment Supplied
•SX 35 DSC Marine VHF Transceiver.
• Microphone with alphanumeric keypad.
• Mounting Bracket with knobs.
• Power Cable with in-line fuse (6.3 Amp).
• NMEA Data Cable.
Optional Equipment
• Flush Mounting Kit.
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BASIC RADIO COMMUNICATION PROCEDURES
Distress or emergency calls may be made either manually or automatically.
Sending distress calls automatically uses the Digital Selective Calling (DSC)
functions of your transceiver and requires an operating and properly con-
nected navigation receiver. The following procedures are for sending voice
distress messages manually. Sending an automatic distress call is described
in the DSC section of this manual.
Using Channel 16
Channel 16 is the Calling and Distress channel. An emergency may be de-
fined as a situation that threatens human life or property. In such situa-
tions, make sure your transceiver is turned On and set the channel selector
to Channel 16. Then use the following procedure to make a distress call.
The total transmission should not exceed 1 minute.
1. Press the microphone Push To Talk button. Speak slowly and clearly
into the microphone: “Mayday, Mayday, Mayday, this is your
vessel’s name, your vessel’s name, your vessel’s name”.
2. Then repeat once: “Mayday, your vessel’s name”.
3. Continue by reporting your position in latitude and longitude or by
reporting your bearing (true or magnetic, specify which) and dis-
tance from a prominent or well known landmark, geographic fea-
ture or aid to navigation.
4. Explain the nature of your emergency (fire, sinking, collision,
grounding, health condition, injury, etc.).
5. Report the kind of assistance you require (fire, medical aid, pumps,
etc.).
6. State the number of people aboard and the condition of any injured.
7. Estimate the seaworthiness and condition of your vessel.
8. Describe your vessel: length, type, color and any distinguishing fea-
ture.
9. End the message by saying “Over”. Release the Push To Talk but-
ton and listen for a reply.
10. If there is no reply, repeat the above message procedure. If there is
still no response, try another channel.
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