Furuno 9ZWFM8800S User manual

VHF RADIOTELEPHONE
FM-8800D/8800S

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CANCELING DISTRESS ALERT
If less than three seconds has elapsed since the [DISTRESS] key was pressed,
the distress alert may be canceled by pressing the [CANCEL] key. Otherwise, do
the following:
1. Switch off equipment immediately.
2. Switch equipment on and set to Channel 16.
3. Transmit message to “All Stations” giving your vessel's name, callsign and
DSC number to cancel the distress alert.
Example message:
All Stations,All Stations,All Stations
This is VESSEL'S NAME, CALLSIGN,
DSC NUMBER, POSITION.
Cancel my distress alert of
DATE, TIME, UTC.
=Master, VESSEL'S NAME, CALLSIGN.
DSC NUMBER, DATE, TIME UTC.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not disassemble or modify the
equipment.
Fire, electrical shock or serious injury
can result.
Turn off the power immediately if water
Do not open the equipment.
leaks into the equipment or the equip-
ment is emitting smoke or fire.
Continued use of the equipment can cause
fire or electrical shock.
Do not place liquid-filled containers on
the top of the equipment.
Fire or electrical shock can result if a
liquid spills into the equipment.
Any repair work must be done by a
licensed radio technician.
Improper repair work can cause electrical
shock or fire.
Do not operate the equipment with wet
hands.
Electrical shock can result.
Keep heater away from equipment.
Heat can alter equipment shape and melt
the power cord, which can cause fire or
electrical shock.
Hazardous voltage which can
cause electrical shock, burn
or serious injury exists inside
the equipment. Only qualified
personnel should work inside
the equipment.
WARNINGWARNING
CAUTION
Do not touch any part of the antenna
when the equipment is transmitting.
Electrical shock can result.
Use the proper fuse.
Use of a wrong fuse can result in fire or
cause permanent damage to the equipment.
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock, do not
remove cover. No user-serviceable
parts inside.
Terminal, Communication
Unit
Name: Warning Label (1)
Type: 86-003-1011
Code No.: 100-236-231
Do not approach the antenna
closer than 33 cm when it
is transmitting.
The antenna emits radio waves
which can be harmful to the
human body.
WARNINGWARNING
FM-8800S
RF power density
on antenna aperture distance
100 W/m20.11 m
10 W/m20.33 m
FM-8800D 100 W/m20.10 m
10 W/m20.33 m

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOREWORD .........................................................................................................v
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION............................................................................... vii
SPECIFICATIONS...........................................................................................SP-1
1. OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW
1.1 Controls Keys and LCD Indication .............................................................................1-1
1.2 VHF Basic Operation.................................................................................................1-7
1.3 DSC Operational Overview......................................................................................1-10
1.4 Priority.....................................................................................................................1-12
2. DSC DISTRESS COMMUNICATION
2.1 DistressAlert Transmission from the DISTRESS Key................................................2-1
2.2 DistressAlert Transmission with Nature of Distress ...................................................2-3
2.3 Distress Alert Transmission From CALL Key..............................................................2-4
2.4 Canceling a False Distress Alert ................................................................................2-6
2.5 Receiving DistressAlert from Other Vessel, Transmitting DISTACK Signal...............2-6
2.6 Sending Distress Relay on Behalf of a Ship in Distress ........................................... 2-11
2.7 Receiving Distress Relay.........................................................................................2-15
3. DSC OPERATION FOR NON-DISTRESS CASES
3.1 Coast or Ship Call......................................................................................................3-1
3.2 Group Call...............................................................................................................3-10
3.3 PSTN Call................................................................................................................3-13
3.4 All Ships Call............................................................................................................3-16
3.5 GeographicalArea Call............................................................................................3-19
3.6 Position Call.............................................................................................................3-22
3.7 Polling Call...............................................................................................................3-25
3.8 Neutral Craft Call.....................................................................................................3-29
3.9 Medical Transport Call.............................................................................................3-30
3.10 Log File....................................................................................................................3-32
4. BASIC SETUP
4.1 Alarm Setup...............................................................................................................4-1
4.2 Auto ACK Setup.........................................................................................................4-3
4.3 Erasing Logs..............................................................................................................4-5
4.4 Memory Channel Setup.............................................................................................4-6
4.5 Message File Entry....................................................................................................4-7
4.6 Position Setup.......................................................................................................... 4-11
4.7 Print Out Setup........................................................................................................4-12
4.8 Volume Setup..........................................................................................................4-13

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5. SYSTEM SETUP
5.1 Displaying Self ID...................................................................................................... 5-1
5.2 Displaying Group ID LIST.......................................................................................... 5-1
5.3 Naming Intercom....................................................................................................... 5-2
5.4 Displaying Program Version...................................................................................... 5-3
6. MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING
6.1 Maintenance.............................................................................................................. 6-1
6.2 Troubleshooting......................................................................................................... 6-1
6.3 Daily Test................................................................................................................... 6-2
6.4 Error Message........................................................................................................... 6-3
6.5 Parts Location........................................................................................................... 6-3
APPENDIX ......................................................................................................AP-1
Menu Tree.......................................................................................................................AP-1
Marine VHF Channel Lists...............................................................................................AP-3
Digital Interface (IEC 61162-1 Edition 2)........................................................................AP-14

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FOREWORD
A Word to FM-8800D/FM-8800S Owners
Congratulations on your choice of the FURUNO FM-8800D/FM-8800S VHF
Radiotelephone. We are confident you will see why the FURUNO name has
become synonymous with quality and reliability.
For over 50 years FURUNO Electric Company has enjoyed an enviable
reputation for quality marine electronics equipment. This dedication to
excellence is furthered by our extensive global network of agents and dealers.
This equipment is designed and constructed to meet the rigorous demands of
the marine environment. However, no machine can perform its intended function
unless operated and maintained properly. Please carefully read and follow the
recommended procedures for operation and maintenance.
We would appreciate hearing from you, the end-user, about whether we are
achieving our purposes.
Thank you for considering and purchasing FURUNO equipment.

FOREWORD
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Features
The FURUNO FM-8800D/FM-8800S is a cost-effective all-in-one marine VHF
radio system consisting of a 25 W VHF radiotelephone, a DSC modem, and a
CH 70 watch receiver. It complies with GMDSS carriage requirements for safety
and general communications.
The FM-8800D offers full-duplex voice communications and the FM-8800S
offers simplex voice communication on ITU channels in the marine mobile VHF
band. The features include Dual Watch which allows a continuous watch on
CH16 and another selected frequency.
Full Class-A DSC functions are provided for distress alert transmission and
reception, as well as the general call formats (Individual telephone, All Ships,
Group and Area Call). Distress alert can be readily transmitted but an
arrangement is provided to prevent accidental activation. The FM-8800D/
FM-8800S maintains a continuous watch on CH70 even while another VHF
channel is in use.Aural and visual alarms are given to incoming DSC messages.
The main features of the FM-8800D/FM-8800S are
• Compact cabinet allows for flexible and space-saving installation on a
navigation console or at the conning position
• Conforms to the following standards and regulations:
IMO A.694(17)
IMO A.803(19)
IMO A.524(13)
IMO MSC 68(68), MSC/Circ.862
IEC61097-3/7/8
IEC60945 (4th edition)
IEC61162-1 (July 2000)
ETS 300 338, 300 698, 301 925
ITU-R M.493-10, M.541-8, M.689-2
• Full-duplex communications: FM-8800D
• Precision PLLfrequency synthesizer for high frequency stability as required for
DSC operation
• Dual Watch and Multiple Watch
• Continuous DSC watch on CH70
• Prevention of accidental distress alert
• File editing for emergency readiness
• Automatic entry of own ship position with manual override
Program number
FM-8800D/FM-8800S:0550215-02

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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
The FM-8800D/FM-8800S is a highly advanced 25 W VHF transceiver with DSC
terminal. It is designed to satisfy the stringent requirements of marine
communications, and complies with GMDSS carriage requirements for safety
and general communications.
TRANSCEIVER UNIT
FM-8800D
FM-8800S
Handset
HS-2003
VHF
Antenna CH 70 RX Antenna
AC/DC
Power Supply
Unit
PR-240-CE
100/220 VAC
50/60 Hz, 1φ
Category of units
Antenna
All other units
Exposed to weather
Protected from weather
Category
Radio Battery
24 VDC
24 VDC
Junction
Box
IF-8810 Remote box
RB-
8800/8810
HS-8800
Printer
PP-510
External
Speaker
SEM-21Q
DMC I/F
IF-8820
Wing handset
T/R AF output for VDR
MAX
2 sets
MAX
4 sets
IEC61162-1 input
DSC information output
Unit
External alarm
FM-8800D/FM-8800S system configuration

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