COBHAM Sailor 6215 VHF DSC, User And Installation Manual, Page: 17 / 102

Chapter 2: Operation
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Operation
DSC and MMSI number
When the VHF radio is powered on for the first time, you must enter the
vessel’s MMSI number. Hereafter the MMSI number is briefly displayed
after power up. The MMSI is a unique, 9-digit identifier assigned to your
ship.
Entering the MMSI number
When being prompted after power up enter the
MMSI number as described below:
1. Enter the 9 digits one by one by turning the
selector wheel knob to the desired digit, press
the selector wheel knob to accept the digit and
advance to the next digit.
To delete the previous digit press the soft key
BACK
.
2. Press the soft key
OK
to confirm the entered MMSI number.
3. To leave without saving, press the soft key
CANCEL.
Important
The MMSI number must be programmed into the VHF radio
to use any DSC functionality. The radio will prompt for the
MMSI number at each power-up until the MMSI has been
entered. An error message is displayed when trying to initiate
any DSC function. However, you can use the radio in normal
VHF mode.
Caution!
Without a programmed MMSI number the
Distress button will not work!
Note The MMSI number can be programmed by the operator once. If a
wrong number has been entered and stored, or if there is a
requirement to change it, contact your authorized dealer.