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COMMUNICATION: RS82 DVHF RADIO SYSTEM
General notes
Although it has many advanced features, the VHF handset
has been designed to be as simple and intuitive to operate as
possible.
The
SHIFT
key is used to access the secondary functions
printed above each key – press
SHIFT
, then press the ap-
propriate key. Shift mode will automatically time out after 2
seconds, unless another key is pressed. At any time, pressing
ON/C
will cancel the current operation.
The lowest occupied port is the master controller, any opera-
tions initiated on this handset will override all other stations.
Switching on/off & Second country mode
To turn the radio on (or off), press and hold the
ON/C
key.
As default, the radio is tuned to the priority channel (normally
16). If last used channel mode has been set, the radio will
switch on tuned to the previously used channel.
In countries where it is permitted, the RS82 can operate on
a secondary set of channels, such as the USA channels. To
select the secondary channel mode, press
SHIFT
followed by
OK
. The display will show the channel set selected for 2 sec-
onds, before reverting to the default display.
Channels available will depend on programming. Please
enquire with your national licensing authority for details of
permitted channel sets in your own country.
Introduction
The RS82 is a modular, dual station VHF radio and Class
DDSC (Digital Selective Calling) radio-telephone system
using a fully-featured telephone-style handset to access and
control all functions. It supports the latest GMDSS require-
ments for non-SOLAS vessels from the International Maritime
Organisation (IMO) and will enable you to make digitally
selected calls, which are quicker and simpler to make than
traditional voice calls using channel 16. Should a distress
situation occur, with the AHS82 handset you can quickly raise
an alert, indicating your identity, your position and automati-
cally establish distress communication on the emergency
voice channel.
