Furuno FA-150, Operator'S Manual

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1. OPERATION
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1.8 Messages
You may send and receive messages via VHF channels , to a specified MMSI
or all AIS-equipped ships in the area. Messages can be sent to warn of safety
of navigation; for example, an iceberg sighted. Routine messages are also
permitted.
Short safety-related messages are only an additional means to broadcast
safety information. They do not remove the requirements of the GMDSS.
When a message is received, the equipment beeps and the indication
“MESSAGE” appears. The contents of the message may be viewed on the RX
log.
1.8.1 Sending a message
1. Press the MENU key to open the main menu.
2. Use ▼ or ▲ to select MSG then press the ENT key.
[MSG]
CREATE MSG
TX LOG
RX LOG
3. CREATE MSG is selected; press the ENT key. (For Inland AIS, additionally
select CREATE MSG then press the ENT key.)
[CREATE MSG]
SET MSG TYPE
SET MSG
SEND MSG
4. SET MSG TYPE is selected; press the ENT key.
[SET MSG TYPE]
ADRS TYPE:
BROAD CAST
MMSI : - - - - - - - - -
MSG TYPE : NORMAL
CHANNEL: ALTERNATE
RETRY TIMES: -
MMS