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1 INTRODUCTION RM2042
1.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
RM2042 is a complete VHF receiver-modem, for digital selective calling on the VHF-channels.
RM2042 maintains a continous watch of the calling channel 70, by means of the build-in receiver.
RM2042 decodes and encodes all the messages applicable for a VHF Class A DSC-equipment, as
prescribed by international authorities.
RM2042 is intended for use, both as a part of the safety system on board, as well as a convenient
automatic calling device ship/ship, ship/shore and when implemented from land telephone
subscriber to ship.
RM2042 can be connected to the C2149 GMDSS alarm unit, for remote control of distress calls.
RM2042 has an output for an external alarm unit, indicating reception of distress calls.
RM2042 has an NMEA0183-input, for direct connection to on-board navigational equipment, giving
automatic position update in DSC calls.
RM2042 can be connected to a standard line printer for print out of received messages and other
valueable informations.
RM2042 includes as a standard, an electronic memory message bank for different kinds of calls.
RM2042 includes a user programable quick-call register, not only for numbers, but for complete user
composed DSC-calls.
RM2042 includes a real-time clock with battery back-up.
RM2042 uses a fully alpha-numeric LCD-display, for read-out of all kinds of messages in plain
language.
RM2042 supplies the user with a menu-guided programming interface, making it an easy task to
compose all kinds of calls.
RM2042 can be used for channel selection on your new Compact 2000 VHF transceiver.
RM2042 is housed in a corrosion resistant metal cabinet with a green nylon finish.
RM2042 can of course be used in a manual set-up, as a DSC-encoder, providing the connected VHF-
unit with key information etc.
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