NSR Marine NHR-1500 User manual

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User Manual
MF/HF RADIO（GMDSS）
NHR-1500

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GENERAL INFORMATION
i. Copyright
The entire contents in this user manual, including any future updates, revisions, and modifications, shall remain
the property of NSR at all times. Unauthorized copies or reproduction of this manual, either in part or whole, in
any form of print and electronic media, is prohibited. The contents herein can only be used for the intended
purpose of this manual.
ii. Disclaimer
NSR is devoted to publish and maintain this user manual. As we continue to improve our products to satisfy
customers’ needs, information in this document is subject to change without prior notice. NSR does not make any
representations or warranties (implied or otherwise) regarding the accuracy and completeness of this document
and shall in no event be liable for any loss of profit or any commercial damage, including but not limited to
special, incidental, consequential, or other damage.
iii. Warning
Any attempt to install or execute software not supplied by NSR on this device will result in the warranty being
void. Any attempt to modify the software on this device in a way not specified by NSR will result in the warranty
being void.
iv. Notice
Please read this manual carefully to ensure proper use before installation and operation of the NHR-1500.

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No.
Modify by
Date
Paragraph
Version
Reason
1
Q/A
2017/07/01
01
First edition
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Q/A
2018/11/07
02
Add the specifications
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Q/A
2019/05/27
03
Update the latest feature
4
Q/A
2019/06/11
04
Update the drawings
5
Q/A
2020/01/01
All
05
General modification
6
Q/A
2020/06/10
All
06
General modification
7
Q/A
2020/09/21
All
07
General modification
8
Q/A
2021/01/26
1-3,7, App.1, App.5
08
Update the software and drawings
9
Q/A
2021/04/01
All
09
NBDP operations
10
Q/A
2021/06/11
2.1, 5, App.6,App.7
10
General modification
11
Q/A
2021/07/09
1, 7, App.7
11
Update the drawings with BAM etc.
12
Q/A
2021/08/02
5
12
NBDP modification etc.
13
Q/A
2021/10/15
App.2,App.6
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NBDP menu tree & drawings etc.
14
Q/A
2021/11/01
1.4, 7.7, App.6
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Update the drawings
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Q/A
2022/06/10
1.4, 7, App.5&6
15
Add Alarm Unit and PN, update the
drawings
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2022/09/09
1.4, 7, App.6
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Update the drawings etc.
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2022/10/19
ALL
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General modification
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2023/1/16
7.1 & 7.2
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW.............................................................................................................................................1
1.1 Outline............................................................................................................................................1
1.2 Product Features ...........................................................................................................................1
1.3 System Description........................................................................................................................1
1.4 System Configuration ....................................................................................................................3
2. BASIC OPERATION...............................................................................................................................6
2.1 Control Unit Description.................................................................................................................6
2.2 Power On/Off .................................................................................................................................6
2.3 SSB Screen ...................................................................................................................................7
2.4 DSC Watch Scan Screen...............................................................................................................8
2.5 Brightness Adjustment...................................................................................................................9
2.6 Main Speaker On/Off ...................................................................................................................10
2.7 Scan Setting.................................................................................................................................10
2.7.1 Distress Scan..................................................................................................................... 11
2.7.2 Routine Scan..................................................................................................................... 11
2.8 Auto Acknowledgement Setting...................................................................................................13
2.9 System Setting.............................................................................................................................13
2.9.1 Language...........................................................................................................................14
2.9.2 Print....................................................................................................................................14
2.9.3 Audio..................................................................................................................................15
2.9.4 Display Mode Setting.........................................................................................................17
2.9.5 Date/Time Setting..............................................................................................................18
2.9.6 Position Setting..................................................................................................................20
2.9.7 Timeout Setting..................................................................................................................22
2.9.8 Network Setting.................................................................................................................23
2.9.9 Port....................................................................................................................................25
2.10 Address List ...............................................................................................................................25
2.10.1 View an Address..............................................................................................................26
2.10.2 Add an Address ...............................................................................................................27
2.10.3 Delete an Address...........................................................................................................28
2.10.4 Call to anAddress ...........................................................................................................29
2.11 Diagnostics.................................................................................................................................29
2.11.1 Program Version..............................................................................................................30
2.11.2 LCD Test ..........................................................................................................................30
2.11.3 Key Test ...........................................................................................................................30
2.11.4 Audio Test.........................................................................................................................31
2.11.5 Error Log..........................................................................................................................32
2.12 User Manager............................................................................................................................33
2.12.1 Channel List.....................................................................................................................33
2.12.2 Alert List...........................................................................................................................37
2.12.3 Daily Test.........................................................................................................................39
2.12.4 DSC Log..........................................................................................................................41
3. SSB OPERATION.................................................................................................................................43
3.1 Type of Emission Selection..........................................................................................................43
3.2 Channel & Frequency Selection..................................................................................................43
3.2.1 Channel .............................................................................................................................44
3.2.2 Frequency..........................................................................................................................45
3.3 Transmit .......................................................................................................................................45
3.3.1 Transmitting Procedure .....................................................................................................45
3.3.2 Transmitting Power Setting ...............................................................................................46
3.4 Receive........................................................................................................................................46

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3.4.1 RF Gain Adjustment ..........................................................................................................46
3.4.2 Squelch..............................................................................................................................47
4. DSC OPERATION................................................................................................................................. 48
4.1 DSC Description ..........................................................................................................................48
4.1.1 DSC Message....................................................................................................................48
4.1.2 Audio Alarms......................................................................................................................49
4.1.3 DSC Call Screens..............................................................................................................50
4.2 DSC Distress Operation ..............................................................................................................52
4.2.1 Send a Distress Call..........................................................................................................52
4.2.2 Receive a Distress Call.....................................................................................................62
4.2.3 Relay a Distress Call.........................................................................................................68
4.2.4 Cancel a Distress Call.......................................................................................................75
4.3 DSC General Calls.......................................................................................................................78
4.3.1 Individual Call ....................................................................................................................78
4.3.2 Group Call..........................................................................................................................90
4.3.3 Area Call............................................................................................................................93
4.3.4 Position Call.......................................................................................................................97
4.3.5 Test Call...........................................................................................................................104
4.3.6 Polling Call.......................................................................................................................109
5. NBDP OPERATION.............................................................................................................................111
5.1 NBDP Overview..........................................................................................................................111
5.1.1 Terminal Description.........................................................................................................111
5.1.2 Menu Operation............................................................................................................... 112
5.2 NBDP Communication...............................................................................................................133
5.2.1 Preparations ....................................................................................................................133
5.2.2 ARQ Communication.......................................................................................................133
5.2.3 FEC Communication .......................................................................................................138
6. CW OPERATION..............................................................................................................................142
7. INSTALLATION................................................................................................................................143
7.1 Antenna......................................................................................................................................143
7.1.1 TX/RXAntenna................................................................................................................143
7.1.2 DSC Watch RXAntenna..................................................................................................144
7.2 Antenna Coupler........................................................................................................................145
7.2.1 Installation........................................................................................................................146
7.2.2 Grounding........................................................................................................................146
7.3 Transceiver.................................................................................................................................147
7.4 Control Unit................................................................................................................................148
7.5 Handset......................................................................................................................................148
7.6 NBDP Terminal...........................................................................................................................148
7.7 Alarm Unit...................................................................................................................................149
7.8 Power Supply.............................................................................................................................149
7.9 Connection.................................................................................................................................150
7.9.1 Cables to Antenna Coupler .............................................................................................150
7.9.2 I/O Connection.................................................................................................................150
7.10 MMSI Setting ...........................................................................................................................150
8. MAINTENANCE..................................................................................................................................153
8.1 Maintenance ..............................................................................................................................153
8.2 Simple Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................154
8.3 Error Messages..........................................................................................................................154
APPENDIX 1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................................155
APPENDIX 2 MENU TREE..................................................................................................................157
APPENDIX 3 NBDP COMMAND AND ABBREVIATION....................................................................159
APPENDIX 4 FREQUENCY TABLES .................................................................................................160
APPENDIX 5 SENTENCE DISCRIPTION...........................................................................................173
APPENDIX 6 INSTALLATION DRAWINGS........................................................................................179

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1. OVERVIEW
1.1 Outline
NHR-1500 MF/HF RADIO (GMDSS) is a high performance MF/HF device, capable of voice communication and
DSC (digital selective calling) facilities as well. Conforming to Class A standard set for MF/HF DSC by ITU and
IMO regulation, NHR-1500 can be part of onboard GMDSS package for vessels of A2/A3/A4 sea area. NHR-1500
conforms to the regulations of ITU-R M.476-5, ITU-R M.492-6, ITU-R M.493-15, ITU-R M.541-10, IMO
MSC.302 (87) [2010], IEC 61097-9, IEC 61097-3, IEC 60945, IEC 62923-1, IEC 62923-2 etc.
NHR-1500 is the new generation of NSR MF/HF product, easy to install and maintain.
1.2 Product Features
The main features of the NHR-1500 include:
Large 7-inch color LCD.
Knob & touch screen operation.
Android system on NBDP terminal.
LAN network interface.
Data interface to BAM System/INS.
Digital signal processing with software radio technology.
Intelligent scanning for Voice, DSC and NBDP (optional).
Marine communication handset.
1.3 System Description
No.
Unit Description
1
Transceiver Unit (NHR-1500T)
Transceiver Unit is used for transmitting
and receiving radio signal.

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No.
Unit Description
2
Control Unit (NHR-1000C)
Control Unit is mainly used for system
setting and SSB/DSC operation.
3
Antenna Coupler (NHR-1000A)
The Antenna Coupler tunes the antenna to
the transmitter.
4
NBDPTerminal (NBD-100) (option)
NBDP Terminal is designed for ARQ/FEC
communications.
5
Handset (NHS-200)
The handset controls voice communications.
Press the PTT (push-to-talk) switch to talk,
and release it to listen for response.

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1.4 System Configuration
NHR-1500 consists of a Control Unit, a Transceiver Unit and an Antenna Coupler and a Handset. The options
include NBDP Terminal, Printer, Antenna, PSU, etc.
STANDARD
Name
Type
Q’ty
Part No.
Remarks
Transceiver Unit
NHR-1500T
1
N992610
Control Unit
NHR-1000C
1
Antenna Coupler
NHR-1000A
1
Handset
NHS-200
1
Installation Materials:
Insulation Tape
1
Waterproof Tape
1
Grounding Copper Strap 0.8m
(for Antenna Coupler)
1
Grounding Copper Braided Line 1.5m
(for Transceiver Unit)
1
Grounding Copper Braided Line 1m
(for Control Unit)
1
Extension Cord 1m
(for Antenna Coupler)
1
Connection Cable 10m
（Control Unit & Transceiver Unit）
1
M8 Bolt
(for Antenna Coupler & Transceiver Unit)
8
Self-tapping Screws
(for Control Unit and Handset)
6
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OPTIONAL
Name
Type
Q’ty
Part No.
Remarks
Power Supply Unit
NPS-300
1
N993430
TX/RX Antenna
NHA100
1
N588011
DSC Watch RX Antenna
NXA100/
NXA100A
1
N585010/
N585011
NBDP Terminal
NBD-100
1
N502613
Keyboard for NBDP
NKB-100
1
N502616
Alarm Unit
NAU-100
1
N502615
Printer
NPT-100
1
N995502
External Speaker
NSK-100
1
N502614
Flush Mount Brackets for Control Unit
NFB700B
1
N561071
Flush Mount Brackets for NBDP Terminal
NFB100
1
N561010

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2. BASIC OPERATION
2.1 Control Unit Description
The Control Unit (NHR-1000C) can be operated by key & knob on panel or touch-screen operation.
When operating with knob, rotate to select an item on screen and press the knob to confirm the selection.
No.
Panel Button
Function
①
Adjust the volume of main speaker and handset (Clockwise:
volume up, Anti-clockwise: volume down). Press to mute the
audio of main speaker.
Press to turn the power on or off.
②
DIM
Brightness key for LCD brightness control.
③
PUSH TO ENTER
Press to switch the volume adjustment between main speaker and
handset in main screen.
Rotate to select menu items or change the page in multi-page
screens (e.g., list data); push to confirm a selection.
Note: Menu items can also be selected by clicking directly.
④
DISTRESS
Press and hold down the button 3 seconds to transmit a distress alert.
Note: The DISTRESS button is covered to prevent false alarm.
⑤
Handset socket.
⑥
Main speaker.
⑦
LCD.
2.2 Power On/Off
Power On:
Press the PUSH TO PWR knob to turn on the power.
Power Off:
Press and hold down the PUSH TO PWR knob until
the screen goes blank, approx. three seconds.
VOLUME
PUSH TO PWR
⑦
②
③
⑥
④
⑤
①

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2.3 SSB Screen
No.
Indication
Meaning
1
RX Signal Level
The signal level of receiving.
2
Handset Volume
The volume of handset.
3
Speaker Volume
The volume of speaker.
4
Connection Icon
Connection status of control unit and transceiver unit. Green: OK.
5
CH
Channel setting.
6
TX
TX frequency setting.
7
RX
RX frequency setting.
8
MODE
Type of emission setting.
9
EPFS /EPFS (OFFLINE)/
EPFS (OVER 4H)/
MANUAL/
NO INFO
[EPFS]: The position and time data from EPFS;
[EPFS (OFFLINE)]: No position data from EPFS for 15 minutes;
[EPFS (OVER 4H)]: No position data from EPFS for 4 hours;
[MANUAL]: Set the position and time manually;
[NO INFO]: No position and time data.
10
DSC MSG
Compose DSC message.
11
2182
Switch to the SSB (radiotelephone) screen and set frequency to 2182.0 kHz.
12
MENU
Open the Main Menu.
13
SCAN
Open the Watch Scan screen.
Start/stop the scanning of DSC frequencies set on the Watch Scan screen.
14
TUNE
Manual tuning.
15
TASK
Back to the DSC task menu.
16
Alert Icon
Click to visit the alert list quickly. Icon is not displayed while there is no alert.
17
MMSI
Own ship's ID (9 digits).
18
SQL
Squelch (OFF/ON) setting.
19
AGC
Automatic Gain Control (LOW/MID/HIGH) setting.
20
PWR
Power (LOW/MID/HIGH) setting.
21
GAIN
RF gain (sensitivity) ( ATT/AMP) setting.
22
TUNE
Tuning result.
23
PA Status
Power amplifier status.
24
VSWR
Voltage standing wave ratio.
3
1
2
12
5
6
10
11
7
13
15
17
18
19
20
21
23
4
9
22
24
16
8
14

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2.4 DSC Watch Scan Screen
DSC Watch Scan screen includes distress and routine frequencies.
Note: The SSB and NBDP communication are not affected during scanning.
①Click [SCAN] to open the DSC WATCH SCAN Screen, and start the scanning. When receiving the signal on
appropriate frequency, the scanning stops at that frequency (for example: 2187.5 kHz).
②Click [BACK] to stop scanning the frequencies in [WATCH SCAN], and back to SSB screen.
Note: The scanning for the distress alert can’t be stopped manually.
③Click [SCAN] to restart the scanning.

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2.5 Brightness Adjustment
There are two ways to adjust the brightness of screen.
①Press the DIM button on panel to adjust the brightness by ten steps, or
②Click [MENU] and adjust the brightness in the [MAIN MENU]:[SYSTEM]-[DISPLAY]-[LCD
DIMMER]. Click [LCD DIMMER], or press the PUSH TO ENTER knob by 1 ~ 10 steps.

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Note: When the power is turned off, the last status of brightness is stored. Therefore, when the power is turned
on, the screen will display with the last brightness before powered off.
2.6 Main Speaker On/Off
There are three ways to turn on/off the main speaker (except in DSC communication, alarming and key buzzing).
①Rotate the VOLUME knob anti-clockwise to mute the main speaker;
②At any screen, shortly press the VOLUME knob to mute the main speaker, and press again to resume;
③While [AUDIO] - [OFF HOOK SPK] in [SYSTEM SETTING] is set as ON, the main speaker keeps on no
matter the handset is on/off the hook. While [OFF HOOK SPK] is set as OFF, the main speaker will be
muted if the handset is off the hook. Refer to Section 2.9.3.3.
2.7 Scan Setting
The DSC Distress and Routine frequencies can be scanned. These frequencies are set on [SCAN SETTINGS] in
the [MAIN MENU]-[DSC] menu.
Click [SCAN SETTINGS], the following screen appears:

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2.7.1 Distress Scan
Click [DISTRESS SCAN] to open the [DISTRESS SCAN] window and select the frequencies to be scanned.
Note: 2 MHz and 8 MHz cannot be deselected. Maximum other three frequencies can be set OFF.
2.7.2 Routine Scan
Click [ROUTINE SCAN] to open the [ROUTINE SCAN] window and click to select the frequency desired to
scan.

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[NEXT]: Next pages
[INTL]: International channels
[LOCAL1/LOCAL2]: Local channels
[USER]: User channels
Note: Should set one routine frequency at least. Refer to APPENDIX 3 –DSC Frequency Table.
For example：After setting, the [WATCH SCAN] screen is as follows.

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2.8 Auto Acknowledgement Setting
Individual, position, polling and test calls can be acknowledged automatically. This is to set on [ACK SETTING]
in the [MAIN MENU]-[DSC] menu.
Note: When own ship's communication is in high priority, set to manual acknowledgement.
The auto acknowledgement is not sent in the following cases:
•There are DSC communications (for individual call).
•Channel is in use.
Note: The auto acknowledgement for the individual call is sent only when the proposed channel or
communication mode is available. “REASON”area gives the reason ofAUTO-UNABLE correspondingly.
2.9 System Setting
Click [SYSTEM] or rotate the PUSH TO ENTER knob to select [SYSTEM] on the [MAIN MENU] screen then
push the knob.

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The following [SYSTEM SETTING] screen appears：
2.9.1 Language
The default menu language is English.
Click [LANGUAGE], or rotate the PUSH TO ENTER knob to select [LANGUAGE] then press the knob, to
change the menu language.
The following knob operations are the same as above.
2.9.2 Print
The [PRINT] menu enables/disables automatic printing of all transmitted and received calls and the results of the
self-test.
①Click [PRINT] in [SYSTEM SETTING].

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②Click [TX MESSAGE] to select MANUAL or AUTO.
③Set [RX MESSAGE] and [SELFTEST INFO] similarly.
④You can also set the printer type and port baud rate here.
2.9.3 Audio
Click [AUDIO] in [SYSTEM SETTING] to set the key buzzer and alarm buzzer etc.