
Chapter 1: General Information
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Chapter 1: General Information
1.1 Introduction
The Ray101 is a microprocessor-controlled,
portable transceiver that provides reliable
simplex (single frequency) and semi-duplex (two
frequency) communications. This handbook
describes the physical and functional
characteristics of the radio.
The Ray101 provides communications on all US,
Canadian and International marine channels and
receives ten weather channels. Refer to the
Frequency Tables in Appendix B, which list all
marine VHF channels available in the radio. You
should familiarize yourself with these tables as
you are responsible for using the proper channels.
1.2 Features
The Ray101 is designed and manufactured to
provide ease of operation with excellent
reliability. The Ray101 features:
• Waterproof construction to IPX-7 standard
• Saved-channels Scan and Priority Scan
• Dual/Tri Watch Monitor Modes
• Dedicated Priority Mode Key
• Programmable Secondary Priority Channel key
• 10 Weather Channels
• Ni-MH Batteries, AA-size (included)
• Ni-MH Quick Charger (included)
• 12VDC Cigarette Lighter Adapter (included)
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