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Northstar NS100
Quickstart Guide
and
Reference Manual
FCC Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide a reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
IMPORTANT
1. DSC functions will not operate until your MMSID has been entered. Refer to page 32 for details.
2. The radio channels installed into the NS100 radio may vary from country to country, depending upon the
model, and government or national communications authority regulations.
3. Northstar recommends that you check the radio operating licensing requirements of your country before using
the NS100 radio. The operator is solely responsible for observing proper radio installation and usage practices.
4. A DSC warning label is supplied with the NS100 radio. To comply with FCC regulations, this warning label must
be affixed in a location that is clearly visible from the operating controls of this radio. Make sure that the
chosen location is clean and dry before applying this warning label.
RF Emissions Notice:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device’s antenna
must be installed in accordance with provided instructions; and it must be operated with minimum 96 cm spacing between the
antennas and all person’s body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist and feet) during operation. Further, this transmitter must
not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Contents
Getting Started.............................................................................4
Using this manual...................................................................... 5
Conventions................................................................................. 6
Maintaining the radio............................................................... 6
Technical support....................................................................... 6
Quickstart Guide .........................................................................7
LCD screen symbols.................................................................. 8
Enter alphanumeric data......................................................... 9
Handset button functions .....................................................10
Display and navigate a menu .............................................11
Customise your radio .............................................................12
Adjust the volume....................................................................12
Select the TX power ................................................................12
Adjust the backlighting .......................................................... 12
Adjust the squelch ...................................................................13
Select the channel bank ........................................................13
Select a channel .......................................................................13
Select a favorite channel ....................................................... 14
Store 3 favorite channels ......................................................14
Make a call.................................................................................14
Delete a favorite channel...................................................... 15
Select a weather channel...................................................... 15
Dual/Tri watch scan ................................................................ 15
All scan and channel lock out ............................................. 16
Shadow watch scan ................................................................16
Use the foghorn........................................................................16
Use the intercom on the NS100 DS ................................. 17
Use the hailer on the NS100 DS ........................................ 17
Handset alarm for the NS100 DS .......................................18
Use the dual handsets on the NS100 DS.........................18
Reference Section 1
Radio Menu Options............................................................................19
Add a new buddy ...................................................................21
Edit a buddy’s details .............................................................21
Delete a buddy’s details ...................................................... 22
Set the radio sensitivity ........................................................ 22
Select the channel bank ...................................................... 23
Set your position and time manually............................... 23
Set the time offset................................................................... 24
Select the time format ........................................................... 25
Show or hide the time........................................................... 25
Show or hide the boat’s position ...................................... 26
GPS alert setting ...................................................................... 26
Edit or delete a channel name ............................................27
Select dual or triple watch mode........................................27
Weather alert setting ............................................................ 28
Set the contrast ....................................................................... 29
Reset to factory defaults ...................................................... 29
Reference Section 2
Setup the DSC functions.................................................................... 30
The DSC setup menu ..............................................................31
Enter your MMSID.................................................................. 32
Enter a new group MMSID.................................................. 32
Edit a group MMSID .............................................................. 33
Delete a group MMSID ......................................................... 34
Select your response to individual calls.......................... 34
Select your response to LL polling calls .......................... 35
Turn the DSC functions on/off ........................................... 35
Enter your ATIS ID .................................................................. 36
Turn the ATIS functions on/off........................................... 36
Reference Section 3
Making DSC calls...................................................................................37
Reply to the last incoming call............................................39
Make a routine call to an individual .................................39
Make a routine call to a group ...........................................40
Retry a routine call .................................................................. 41
Call all ships ............................................................................... 41
Call back using the call log data.........................................42
Request the LL position of a buddy...................................42
Reference Section 4
Receiving DSC calls ..............................................................................44
Automatically acknowledge an individual call..............46
Reply to a group call...............................................................46
Reply to an all ships call........................................................ 47
Automatically reply to an LL position request...............48
Manually reply to an LL position request........................48
Do not reply to an LL position request ............................49
Reply to a geographic call ....................................................49
Reference Section 5
Distress calls............................................................................................50
Receive and reply to a distress call....................................52
Call back using the distress logs.........................................52
Receive a distress relay..........................................................53
Receive a distress acknowledgement...............................54
Appendix A Technical Specifications ...............................55
NS100 SS.....................................................................................56
NS100 DS ....................................................................................57
Appendix B Troubleshooting ............................................. 59
Appendix C VHF Marine Channel Banks........................ 61
International channel banks................................................62
USA channel banks .................................................................65
Canadian channel banks ......................................................68
Country-specific inland waterways (Europe)................... 71
Special Channels ......................................................................73
4Northstar NS100
Getting Started
Welcome to the NS100 radio..................................................... 5
Using this manual .......................................................................... 5
Conventions ..................................................................................... 6
Maintaining the radio................................................................... 6
Technical support.......................................................................... 6
This chapter introduces this manual and the NS100 radio, and explains a few things
you should know to keep your radio in top condition.
5
Reference Manual
Congratulations on your purchase of a
Northstar NS100 radio! There are two models
available; the NS100 SS (Single System) and
the NS100 DS (Dual System). Both provide the
following useful features:
• an alphanumeric handset with built-in LCD
screen for easy operation and information
display.
• local/distance mode to eliminate noise in
high traffic urban areas
• adjustable contrast settings for the handset
screen
• adjustable keypad backlighting for easy
night-time use
• waterproof and submersible handset to
comply with JIS-7
• powerful 4W external speaker audio output
• access to all currently-available marine VHF
channel banks (USA, Canada, International)
including weather channels where
available
• special 3CH button to select your three
favourite channels
• MMSID storage for your three favourite
groups
Welcome to the NS100 radio
• DSC (Digital Selective Calling) capability
that
meets USCG SC101 Standards. USA only.
• DSC (Digital Selective Calling) capability that
meets EC Class D Standards. Europe only.
• PSCAN (similar to dual watch) facility
• DISTRESS call button to automatically
transmit your MMSID and position until an
acknowledgement is received
• easy access to a buddy list (maximum of 20
favourite people)
• group calling and all ships calling facility
• LL position polling information
• weather alert facility. US only.
• ATIS facility for inland waterways. Europe
only.
The NS100 DS provides the following
additional features:
• a second alphanumeric handset
• a second 4W external speaker
• intercom facility between the two handsets
• foghorn mode for use in reduced visibility
• hailer function with powerful 20W output
through a Hailer Horn (optional).
Using this manual
This manual is divided into two main sections:
• The QuickStart Guide has all the basic
information you need to operate your
radio. Be sure to read this section as you
start to use the radio.
• The Reference Sections provide more
detailed information about each function.
Use these sections to learn more about the
radio and get the most out of it.
Check the mini table of contents at the start
of each section, or the index at the end of
the manual, to quickly find information on a
particular topic.
6Northstar NS100
This manual uses certain conventions to
provide a consistent means of recognizing
specific information, as follows:
• is used for warning information related
to your personal safety or possible damage
to the radio. These warning notes contain
critical information - please read them!
Getting Started
Maintaining the radio
To help maintain your radio at peak operating
performance, we recommend that you:
• hang the handset on the customized
bracket when you're not using it.
• use a soft cloth dampened in water to wipe
any dirt or salt from the handset, cable, or
speaker.
• use a small amount of window cleaner on
a soft cloth to remove any grease, oil, or
fingerprints from the LCD screen.
Conventions
• "Press" means push and immediately
release the button.
• "Hold down" means keep the button
depressed for the specified time.
• LOCAL. Words looking like this indicate
a menu option on the LCD screen of the
handset, OR a button name.
Technical support
If you need technical support, or have any
other questions that this manual or your dealer
cannot answer, you can contact the factory as
follows:
by telephone (USA only):
1-800-628-4487
1-978-897-6600
by email:
Service: service@NorthstarNav.com
Sales: sales@NorthstarNav.com
by mail:
BNT Marine Electronics
30 Sudbury Road
Acton, MA 01720
USA
Additional information is available at
Northstar's website:
www.NorthstarNav.com
Quickstart Guide Quickstart Guide
Quickstart Guide 7
Quickstart Guide
Turn the radio on and off............................................................8
LCD screen symbols ......................................................................8
Enter alphanumeric data ............................................................9
Handset button functions.........................................................10
Display and navigate a menu................................................. 11
Customise your radio ................................................................ 12
Adjust the volume....................................................................... 12
Select the TX power................................................................... 12
Adjust the backlighting............................................................. 12
Adjust the squelch....................................................................... 13
Select the channel bank ........................................................... 13
Select a channel........................................................................... 13
Make a call......................................................................................14
Store three favorite channels..................................................14
Select a favorite channel...........................................................14
Delete a favorite channel........................................................ 15
Select a weather channel........................................................ 15
Dual/Tri watch scan ................................................................... 15
All scan and channel lock out..................................................16
Shadow watch mode..................................................................16
Use the foghorn............................................................................16
Use the intercom on the NS100 DS .......................................17
Use the hailer on the NS100 DS..............................................17
Handset alarm for the NS100 DS ...........................................18
Use the dual handsets on the NS100 DS .............................18
This section explains the basic operation of the NS100 radio. We suggest that you
read this section carefully when you first start using your radio, and then refer to the
Reference Sections for more information if necessary.
Northstar NS100
8Quickstart Guide
Quickstart Guide
LCD screen symbols
Symbol Meaning
TX transmitting.
LO transmission power is LO (low)
1W. If blank, the transmission
power is HI (high) 25W.
DSC DSC functions are available.
BUSY receiver is busy with an incoming
signal.
Symbol Meaning
USA INT channel bank selected for VHF
radio operations and regulations
(USA/Canada only).
WX weather channel (USA/Canada
only).
LOC receiver sensitivity for local calling
is selected. If blank, distance
calling is selected.
Turn the radio on and off
Use the rotary knob on the speaker to turn the
radio on and off, and to adjust the volume.
Turn clockwise (right) to turn on. A white
indicator light appears. Turn counter-clockwise
(left) to turn off. When you turn off the radio,
it remembers the last working channel and
displays this when you turn the radio on again.
The radio has a variety of beep tones to
indicate different operations, but the beeps will
not sound if you set the volume level to zero.
CAN
Quickstart Guide Quickstart Guide
Quickstart Guide 9
Symbol Meaning
ATIS ATIS is enabled. (Europe only).
Otherwise blank.
indicates an incoming DSC call, or
blinks to notify you of any unread
call log messages.
low battery warning (activates at
10.8V DC).
GPS Blinking indicates that the NMEA
GPS input is missing or invalid.
Enter alphanumeric data
Use the handset buttons to enter channel
numbers or names, for radio functions, and for
menu editing. Each button has the functionality
shown in the table.
Press >ENT to move the cursor to the next
position when you enter a Buddy Name or a
Channel Name. Otherwise, the cursor moves
automatically to the next position when
entering data (similar to a cell phone). Also
press >ENT to confirm any input or changes.
Press AESC to backup if you make a mistake,
or to cancel any changes and return to the
previous mode.
Press: x1 x2 x3 x4 x5
button 1 1 - . ‘ /
button 2 2 A B C ?
button 3 3 D E F !
button 4 4 G H I :
button 5 5 J K L #
button 6 6 M N O +
button 7 7 P Q R S
button 8 8 T U V ;
button 9 9 W X Y Z
button 0 0 Space ( ) %
88 channel selected. V indicates an
EU special channel, e.g. M1.
X channel is temporarily deleted
from the ALL SCAN operation.
8 channel suffix, if applicable to the
selected channel. Usually A or B.