Furuno FM-8800S User Manual

MARINE VHF RADIOTELEPHONE

Models FM-8800S

(Semi-duplex)

FM-8800D

(Full-duplex)

with a built-in Class A DSC and CH70 Watch Receiver

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FURUNO DEEPSEA WORLD

Simplex/Semi-duplex/Full-duplex, 25-Watt

● Fully meets ITU, IEC, ETSI, IMO for

GMDSS and other national standards

● Compact all-in-one unit design includes

a 25-Watt radiotelephone, Class A DSC
modem and CH70 watch receiver

● Superb voice quality by employing

the lower-noise-designed speaker

● Dual/multiple watch on selected

channels while monitoring CH16

● Quick access to CH16 key

● Automatic entry of own

ship position and time
from a GPS navigator

● Easy channel readout

with large characters

● ATIS mode available for European inland

waterways

● Connects to an office or home via an

existing PSTN (Public Switched
Telephone Network)

● Simple interface with a printer and VDR

(No need for a dedicated Junction Box)

The FURUNO FM-8800S/8800D are high quality, all-in-one
marine VHF radiotelephones designed to comply with the
GMDSS carriage requirements for safety and general
communications. All the necessary functions such as a 25 W
VHF radiotelephone, a Class A DSC modem and a CH 70
Watch Receiver are incorporated into the compact transceiver
unit.

The FM-8800S offers simplex/semi-duplex, the FM-8800D
offers simplex/full-duplex voice communications with superb
voice quality. For easy readout of a selected channel,
the silver-bright LCD on the front panel indicating the channel
numbers with large, easy-to-read characters.
The dedicated rotary control and numeric keys make selecting
channels easy. Other standard features are instant access to
CH 16, telephone call via a PSTN, Dual Watch and Multiple
Watch functions, which allow watch on CH 16 and other
selected channels.

Full Class A DSC functions are provided for distress alert
transmission and reception, as well as the general DSC
communications including Individual Telephone, All Ships,
Group and Area Call. The FM-8800S/8800D maintain a
continual watch on CH 70 even while you are using another
VHF channel. Upon receiving an incoming DSC message,
the FM-8800S/8800D give audible and visual alarms.

ATIS (Automatic Transmitter Identification System) is standard
for use in European inland waterways. It automatically
transmits the ID number when a communication is over or
every 5 min while in communication. The ATIS mode and
DSC mode are selectable through the menu.

Both units have two types of handsets: a compact hand MIC
and a stylish handset. Up to four handsets can be additionally
connected via an optional junction box . Each handset also
functions as an intercom for onboard communication.

The compact transceiver unit allows a flexible and space­saving installation on a navigation console or the conning
position. Flush mount installation is also available.

Catalogue No. V-031

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SPECIFICATIONS OF FM-8800S/8800D

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS

Rules and Regulations

VHF parts EN 301 925 V1.1.1(2002.09)
VHF ATIS EN 300 698-1 V1.2.1(2000.08)
DSC parts EN 300 338 V1.2.1(1999-04)

Class of Emission G3E (telephone), G2B (DSC)
Communication System

FM-8800S Simplex/Semi-duplex
FM-8800D Simplex/Full-duplex

Channels

All VHF channels according to ITU-R Radio Regulations Appendix
S18, All channels in FCC Part 80, Max 20 Private channels where
permitted by Administrations (preset by the service agent), 10
weather channels (USA and Canada, receive only).

Display

22 characters x 10 lines, character 7 x 11 dots, backlit LCD

TRANSMITTER

Frequency Range

FM-8800S Simplex/Semi-duplex: 155.000 - 161.475 MHz
FM-8800D Simplex/Full-duplex: 155.000 - 158.000 MHz

RF Output Power

25 W, reducible to 1 W
US version: CH13, 17, 67, 77 at 1 W, manual override for FULL

Frequency Stability less than ±1.5 kHz
Time-out Timer (For FCC)

Deactivates the transmitter after an uninterrupted transmission of
more than 5 minutes

ATIS (Automatic Transmitter Identification System)

According to EN 300 698-1, an ATIS signal is transmitted every 5
min or at the end of transmission, by modulating the carrier at
1,300 and 2,100 Hz

RECEIVER

Frequency Range

FM-8800S Simplex: 155.000 - 159.600 MHz

Semi-duplex: 161.475 - 164.200 MHz

FM-8800D Simplex: 155.000 - 158.000 MHz

Full-duplex: 160.625 - 162.000 MHz

Receiving System Double-conversion superheterodyne

IF: 51.2375 MHz and 37.5 kHz

AF Output Power 3 W (4 Ω loudspeaker)

2 mW (150 Ω handset)

Audio Response De-emphasis of 6 dB/oct +1/-3 dB
Sensitivity less than 6 dBµV at SINAD 20 dB
Adjacent Channel Selectivity 70 dB

DSC Section

Distress Call and Message

Distress call attempt is transmitted as five consecutive calls. It is
repeated after a random delay of between 3.5 and 4.5 min from
the beginning of initial call until receiving the distress
acknowledge call.

Message Log

Receive: 50 distress messages + 50 non-distress messages
Transmit: 50 messages

Storage 100 files
Interface Nav data: IEC 61162-1

Printer: Centronics

Alarm Audible and visual on receipt of a DSC call

(One dedicated output port also available)

Receiver Characteristics

DSC frequency: CH70
Calling sensitivity: Symbol error rate 10

-2

, input 0 dBµV
Watch keeping: Continuous watch on CH70
IF: 38.3625 MHz and 37.5 kHz

POWER SUPPLY

FM-8800S: 24 VDC, 0.6 A (Standby), 1.6 A (RX), 4.7 A max. (TX)
FM-8800D: 24 VDC, 0.6 A (Standby), 1.6 A (RX), 7.2 A max. (TX)

ENVIRONMENT

Temperature (IEC 60529): -15°C to +55°C
Waterproofing (IEC 60945): IPX4(Transceiver Unit/Hand Set)

EQUIPMENT LIST
Standard

1. Transceiver Unit FM-8800S/8800D 1 unit

2. Handset HS-2003 or Microphone DM-2003 1 unit
(Specify when ordering)

3. Handset cradle FP05-05510 1 unit

4. Installation materials and spare parts 1 set

Option

1. Whip Antennas for VHF and DSC with Coaxial Antenna Cable

2. Extension Handset for wing (Dynamic/Carbon)
with Wing Receptacle OP05-57/OP05-58

3. Remote Station RB-8800/8810

4. Junction Box IF-8810

5. External Speaker SEM-21Q

6. Printer PP-510

7. Interface Box IF-8820 for DMC-5

8. AC-DC Power Supply Unit PR-240-CE

9. Flush Mount Kit OP05-102

FM-8800S/D

24 VDC

Option

AC/DC Power
Supply Unit
PR-240-CE

100/220 VAC 24 VDC****

****For GMDSS, A.664(16)14
to operate on ship’s main source

Printer
PP-510

D-sub 36P
Connector

External Speaker
SEM-21Q

Handset
HS-2003

Junction Box IF-8810

Wing
Handset

External Alarm

Remote Station**
RB-8800/8810

*Up to two wing
handset can be
connected

**Up to four remote
station can be
connected

***Up to two DMC interface
can be connected

DMC
Interface***
IF-8820

DMC
DMC-5

NMEA Input

T/R AF output for VDR

DSC information output

Microphone
DM-2003

or

Interconnection Diagram

SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
04115Y Printed in Japan

Transceiver Unit

Handset HS-2003

Remote Station RB-8800

FM-8800S: 5.5 kg, 12.1 lb
FM-8800D: 6.4 kg, 12.6 lb

0.2 kg, 0.4 lb

1.2 kg, 2.7 lb

Handset
Cradle

12

55 2.2"

57 2.2"

77 3.0"

200 7.9"

208 8.2"

35 1.4"

Remote Station RB-8810

0.7 kg, 1.5 lb

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305 12.0"

265 10.4"

142 5.6"

110 4.3"

87 3.4"

77 3.0"
57 2.2"

12

12

140 5.5"

14 0.6"

20

0.8"

208 8.2"

251 9.9"
285 11.2"

140 5.5"

55 2.2"

35 1.4"

200 7.9"