Ray49Marine VHF RadioOwner’s HandbookDocument number: 81296-1Date: June 2007
10 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioImportant InformationRaymarine radios comply with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Industry Canada requirement
100 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio27 157.350 161.950 AC, GL, PC Ship/Shore and Public Correspondence28 157.400 162.000 PC Ship/Shore, Safety and Public Corres
Appendix D: Channel List 10168 156.425 156.425 All areas Intership, Ship/Shore and Non-commercial:For marinas and yacht clubs.69 156.475 156.475 All a
102 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioArea of OperationAC: Atlantic Coast, Gulf and St. Lawrence River up to and including MontrealEC (East Coast): includes NL, A
Appendix D: Channel List 103International Marine VHF Channels & Frequencies CH No.XMIT FreqRCV FreqSingle Freq Use01 156.050 160.650 P
104 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio25 157.250 161.850 Public Correspondence, Port Operations and Ship Movement26 157.300 161.900 Public Correspondence, Port Op
Appendix D: Channel List 105• Intership channels are for communications between ship stations. Intership communications should be restricted to Channe
106 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioWX Channels (North America only)Weather ChannelFrequency in MHzWX 1 162.550WX 2 162.400WX 3 162.475WX 4 162.425WX 5 162.450W
107Appendix E: Glossary Term MeaningAll Scan A feature that scans all channels in the channel set.All Ships Call A DSC call that sends out
108 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioMMSI Maritime Mobile Service Identity; a number issued by each country to identify maritime stations, much like a telephone
109IndexNumerics16/9 key 23, 25AAccessories 88Adding channels to memory 42All Scan function 38All Ships Calls 74Receiving 74Transmitting 74ATISindic
Important Information 11Industry Canada NoticeThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. To obtain Industry Canada information o
110 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioReceiving 73Transmitting 71Group MMSI Setup 70HHandset 23, 91Help from Raymarine 87HI/LOindicator 27key 23power selection 40
111Removing the sun cover 15Repair 87Reset 55RX indicator 26SSave 24SAVED indicator 26Saved Scan function 39Scan Mode 37All Scan 38Priority All Scan
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12 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioAntenna Mounting and EME ExposureFor optimal radio performance and minimal human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic
13Chapter 1: Introduction1.1 Ray49 Fixed Station VHF RadiosThe Ray49 marine VHF radiotelephone is a microprocessor-controlled transceiver that provide
14 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio• Local Mode decreases noise in areas where RF interference is high• Enhanced GPS Position Data gives Latitude and Longitude
15Chapter 2: Installation2.1 Unpacking and InspectionUse care when unpacking the unit from the shipping carton to prevent damage to the contents. It i
16 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioEquipment SuppliedThe Ray49 comes in two colors: gray and white. The following is a list of materials supplied with each mode
Chapter 2: Installation 172.2 Planning the InstallationMount the transceiver to allow easy access from the location where the boat is normally navigat
18 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio D10110-1topbottom7.05 in (179mm)4.96 in(126mm)6.57 in(167mm)6.89 in(175mm)5.43 in(138mm)1.57 in(40 mm)3.02 in(76.
Chapter 2: Installation 192.3 Cable ConnectionsThe radio has bullet connectors for power and cable connectors for attaching the optional Microphone Re
Trademarks and registered trademarksRaymarine is a registered trademark of Raymarine plc.All other product names are trademarks or registered trademar
20 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioPower The red and black Power Cord provides connection to DC power. Slide the bullet connectors on the cord into their mates
Chapter 2: Installation 21 NMEA AlarmWhen no valid position data is available, the NMEA alarm sounds (provided that the MMSI number has bee
22 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioAntenna Mounting SuggestionsMounting the VHF antenna properly is very important because it will directly affect the performan
23Chapter 3: General Operations3.1 Keypad and Rotary KnobsSeveral of the keys on the front panel of the transceiver serve multiple purposes. For the m
24 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio4. UP/DOWN Use the arrow keys to change the active channel number. Press and hold for rapid channel changing. Can also be us
Chapter 3: General Operations 2510. CLR/WXPress and release to terminate a function and return to the last-used channel. Press and hold for 3 seconds
26 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio1. (TX) TransmittingIndicates the PTT key is being pressed and the radio is transmitting.2. (RX) ReceivingIndicates that the
Chapter 3: General Operations 279. (U, I, C, WX) Channel SetIndicates which channel set is selected: U (USA), I (International), C (Canadian), or WX (
28 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio15. ATIS ActiveIndicates ATIS transmission is enabled. This feature is only available in the Ray49E European version of the r
Chapter 3: General Operations 29Press and release the DOWN arrow to decrease the channel.Press and hold either key for rapid channel scrolling.3.7 Sel
3ContentsTrademarks and registered trademarks ... 2About this Handbook ...
30 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioWhen the severe weather alert tone is detected, the message WX ALERT is displayed and an alarm sounds. The radio automaticall
Chapter 3: General Operations 31Reprograming Secondary Priority Channel1. Press and hold the 16/9 key for 3 seconds to switch to the current Secondary
32 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio3.10 TransmittingPress and hold the Push-to-Talk (PTT) key on the microphone to transmit on the selected channel, and then re
Chapter 3: General Operations 33 3.11 Menu Mode OperationPress and release the MENU/DSC key while in standby mode to enter Menu Mode.Menu m
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35Chapter 4: Menu Settings4.1 Menu Function Most of the radio’s functions reside in the Main Menu, which is accessed through the MENU/DSC key. A diagr
36 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio3. Press in the CH/OK knob on the transceiver or HI/LO key on the microphone to accept. The sub-menu headings are displayed.
Chapter 4: Menu Settings 37 To return to the previous menu level, select the [BACK] menu option or press the CLR/WX key.To exit the Menu mo
38 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioYour Ray49 is equipped with four types of scan options: All Scan, Saved (Memory) Scan, Priority All Scan and Priority Saved S
Chapter 4: Menu Settings 39Priority All ScanPriority All Scan searches for activity on all channels but alternates scanning the Priority Channel 16 af
4 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio2. HILO / LOC DIST ...233. 16/9 ...
40 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio Setting the Power Output (HI/LO) The choice of power output is dependent upon the distance of transmission and tr
Chapter 4: Menu Settings 41• International channel set: 15, 17, 75, 76• US channel set: 13, 17, 67, 77Overriding the Low Output Power Restriction In
42 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioTo add or remove a channel to/from memory:1. Navigate to SAVE CH in the VHF OPS menu.2. Press CH/OK to select SAVE CH.3. Rota
Chapter 4: Menu Settings 43Using the Watch ModesThe Watch Modes monitor the programmed Priority Channel and other user-selected channel(s). The watch
44 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio Frequency Band The Ray49 can transmit and receive all USA, International and Canadian frequencies. This setting d
Chapter 4: Menu Settings 451. From the VHF OPS menu, navigate to CH NAME.2. Press the CH/OK knob to select.3. Rotate CH/OK to display the channel whos
46 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio SensitivityUse this setting to switch the transmit power from high to low. Rotate the CH/OK knob t o toggle betwe
Chapter 4: Menu Settings 47receiver sensitivity (Local mode). The LOCAL icon appears while in Local mode and then is removed in Distant mode.
48 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioThe alert repeats every four hours as long as no position information has been entered manually. If position data is entered
Chapter 4: Menu Settings 49 SettingsYou can also set how some time and position information is displayed on the screen. Make your selection
53.11 Menu Mode Operation ... 333.12 DSC Call Operation ...
50 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioLatitude/Longitude DisplayThe L/L DISPLAY setting indicates whether Latitude and Longitude position data are displayed on the
Chapter 4: Menu Settings 51 Note: If COG/SOG is set ON, TIME DISPLAY is automatically set to OFF. Because they oc-cupy the same line on th
52 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioPress the transceiver CH/OK knob or microphone HI/LO key to accept. Contrast AdjustmentThis setting adjusts the le
Chapter 4: Menu Settings 53Key BeepThis setting is used to set the volume of the beep that sounds when a key is pressed. Select LOUD, QUIET or OFF.
54 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioSpeed UnitThis parameter sets the unit for Speed that is used to display all data, including information received from other
Chapter 4: Menu Settings 55 Version NumberThis menu item displays the hardware and software versions of your radio. ResetUse thi
56 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioVHF OPS• HI/LO POWERSet to HI.•SAVE CHThe Saved Channel list is cleared.•SENSITIVITYSet to DISTANT.GPS SETUP • SETTING L/L DI
57Chapter 5: Digital Selective Calling (DSC)The Ray49 includes equipment for Class “D” Digital Selective Calling (DSC). DSC protocol is a globally ap
58 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioMaking DSC Menu and Programming SelectionsThere are two ways to make DSC menu and character selections in your radio:1. Most
Chapter 5: Digital Selective Calling (DSC) 595.2 Distress CallsFor a Distress Call transmission, the Ray49 takes the position and time information fro
6 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioChapter 5: Digital Selective Calling (DSC) ...575.1 DSC Call Menu ...
60 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioDesignated Distress CallTo send a distress call and specify its nature:1. Press the red DISTRESS key.2. Release the DISTRESS
Chapter 5: Digital Selective Calling (DSC) 61TransmittingAfter the Distress transmission, the radio is automatically set to channel 16 at high power t
62 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioReceiving a Distress CallThe Ray49 receives distress messages sent by another vessel and/or acknowledgments (ACK) sent by a c
Chapter 5: Digital Selective Calling (DSC) 63 Note: The AUTO CH CHG option determines whether you want your radio automatically switched t
64 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio5.3 DSC PhonebookThe Phonebook stores up to 30 preprogrammed MMSI numbers that you can select for making an Individual Call.
Chapter 5: Digital Selective Calling (DSC) 65 6. Continue this process until all MMSI digits have been entered. 7. When you press CH/OK to
66 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio Editing an Existing Entry1. From the Phonebook, rotate the CH/OK knob until the arrow is pointing to the entry yo
Chapter 5: Digital Selective Calling (DSC) 67The Ray49 automatically detects the correct procedures for you based on the type of MMSI number you enter
68 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio 4. When the desired name is highlighted, press SELECT.5. Rotate the CH/OK knob to select the working channel to b
Chapter 5: Digital Selective Calling (DSC) 69 Press PTT to communicate on the specified channel. Pressing PTT at any time before an ACK is
7Chapter 6: Customer Service ...876.1 How to Contact Raymarine ...
70 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio 5.5 Group CallsThe Group Call feature sends transmissions that are only received by radios sharing a common Group
Chapter 5: Digital Selective Calling (DSC) 71Use the same procedure to edit an existing entry in the list. Transmitting a Group CallTo call
72 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio5. Rotate CH/OK to select the working channel to be used for the call.6. Press CH/OK to select. You are prompted to send the
Chapter 5: Digital Selective Calling (DSC) 73Receiving Group CallsThe Ray49 can receive Group Routine Calls from anyone in your prearranged group.When
74 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio5.6 All Ships CallsAn All Ships Call sends out a message to all stations within range. The Ray49 can make All Ships Safety Ca
Chapter 5: Digital Selective Calling (DSC) 75All Ships Routine or SafetyWhen an All Ships Routine or Safety Call is received, the LCD alternates among
76 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioTo accept an All Ships Urgency or Distress Call when Auto Channel Change is OFF1. Press CH/OK. The alert tone is muted, the e
Chapter 5: Digital Selective Calling (DSC) 775.7 Position RequestWith this option you can request GPS position information from any station capable of
78 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio Retrieving the Last Received Position Data1. From the DSC Menu, select RECV’D CALLS.2. Rotate the CH/OK knob or p
Chapter 5: Digital Selective Calling (DSC) 795.8 Received Calls (Logs)The radio maintains lists of the last received DSC call types by number and time
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80 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioTo view the Received Call Logs:1. From the DSC menu, rotate the CH/OK knob until the arrow points to RECV’D CALL.2. Press CH/
Chapter 5: Digital Selective Calling (DSC) 81If the caller had requested a change to an unsupported working channel (channel 75, for example), Unable
82 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioMy MMSI IDThis operation stores the MMSI number required for DSC communications, including Distress Calls. If you try to acce
Chapter 5: Digital Selective Calling (DSC) 83 D10237-1DSC MENU PHONEBOOK>DSC SETUP [BACK]72PROGRAMMING3660123456>SAVE CANCEL72DSC SET
84 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioAutomatic Channel Changing for Incoming CallsFor incoming Distress and All Ships Urgency Calls, this option determines whethe
Chapter 5: Digital Selective Calling (DSC) 85 Position ReplyThis option enables you to determine how your radio responds to a request for y
86 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio POS REPLY>AUTO MANUAL OFF6868POS REPLY AUTO>MANUAL OFFD10327-168DSC SETUP MY MMSI ID AUTO CH CH
87Chapter 6: Customer ServiceThis chapter provides information on service for your Ray49.6.1 How to Contact RaymarineOn the InternetVisit the Raymarin
88 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioThe Product Repair Center is open Monday through Friday 8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. All products returned to the Rep
89Appendix A: SpecificationsGeneral Mounting Bracket or flush mountSize (H x W x D): Ray49Flush MountedBracket Mounted2.87 x 6.57 x 6.89in
9About this HandbookIntended UseThis handbook describes the Ray49 fixed VHF marine radio. The Ray49 provides two-way communications on all US, Canadia
90 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioTransmitter Receiver Frequency Error 10 ppmRF Power (at 13.6 VDC):Hi ModeLo Mode25 W1 WMaximum Deviation ± 5 KHzF
91Appendix B: Radio ControlsThis section is a quick reference to your radio’s controls. Microphone Keys Key Name Press & Rel
92 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioTransceiver Controls Transceiver Push Keys Key Name Function6. CH/OK Rotate to change channels or navi
93 Appendix C: Menu StructureFollowing is the structure of the menu that appears when the MENU/DSC key is pressed and then immediately released.
94 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioFollowing is the structure of the menu that appears when the MENU/DSC key is pressed and held for 3 seconds. -----
95Appendix D: Channel ListU.S. Marine VHF Channels and Frequencies CH. NoXMIT FreqRCV FreqSingle Freq Use01A 156.050 156.050 x Port Operat
96 Ray49 Marine VHF Radio21A 157.050 157.050 x U.S. Coast Guard only22A 157.100 157.100 x Coast Guard Liaison and Maritime Safety Information Broad-ca
Appendix D: Channel List 97• Recreational boaters normally use channels listed as Non-Commercial: 68, 69, 71, 72, 78A.• Channel 70 is used exclusively
98 Ray49 Marine VHF RadioCanadian Marine VHF Channels and Frequencies CH No.XMIT FreqRCV FreqArea of Operation Use01 156.050 160.650 PC Pu
Appendix D: Channel List 9914 156.700 156.700 AC, GL Intership, Ship/Shore, Commercial, Non-commercial and Ship Movement: Port operations and pilot i
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