Furuno FS-1570, FS-2570 User Manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

SSB RADIOTELEPHONE

FS-1570 (150 W)

Model

FS-2570 (150 W)

www.furuno.com

9-52 Ashihara-cho,

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Nishinomiya, 662-8580, JAPAN

The paper used in this manual is elemental chlorine free.

・FURUNO Authorized Distributor/Dealer

Pub. No. OME-56360-G

(YOTA ) FS-1570/2570

Printed in Japan

A : OCT 2002 G : AUG . 03, 2012

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IMPORTANT NOTICES

General

• This manual has been authored with simplified grammar, to meet the needs of

international users.

• The operator of this equipment must read and follow the descriptions in this manual.

Wrong operation or maintenance can cancel the warranty or cause injury.

• Do not copy any part of this manual without written permission from FURUNO.

• If this manual is lost or worn, contact your dealer about replacement.

• The contents of this manual and equipment specifications can change without notice.

• The example screens (or illustrations) shown in this manual can be different from the

screens you see on your display. The screens you see depend on your system configuration and equipment settings.

• Save this manual for future reference.

• Any modification of the equipment (including software) by persons not authorized by

FURUNO will cancel the warranty.

• All brand and product names are trademarks, registered trademarks or service marks of

their respective holders.

How to discard this product

Discard this product according to local regulations for the disposal of industrial waste. For disposal in the USA, see the homepage of the Electronics Industries Alliance (http://www.eiae.org/) for the correct method of disposal.

How to discard a used battery

Some FURUNO products have a battery(ies). To see if your product has a battery, see the chapter on Maintenance. Follow the instructions below if a battery is used. Tape the + and

- terminals of battery before disposal to prevent fire, heat generation caused by short circuit.

In the European Union

The crossed-out trash can symbol indicates that all types of batteries must not be discarded in standard trash, or at a trash site. Take the used batteries to a battery collection site according to your national legislation and the Batteries Directive 2006/66/EU.

In the USA

The Mobius loop symbol (three chasing arrows) indicates that Ni-Cd and lead-acid rechargeable batteries must be recycled. Take the used batteries to a battery collection site according to local laws.

In the other countries

There are no international standards for the battery recycle symbol. The number of

symbols can increase when the other countries make their own recycling symbols in the

future.

Ni-Cd Pb

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER

Never touch the SSB antenna, antenna coupler or lead-in insulator when the SSB radiotelephone is transmitting.

High voltage which will cause death or serious injury is present at the locations shown in the illustration below when the SSB radiotelephone is transmitting.

Antenna

Indoor

Antenna Wire (High Voltage)

Antenna Coupler

Wire

Lead-in Insulator (High Voltage)

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

Do not open the equipment.

Only qualified personnel should work inside the equipment.

Immediately turn off the power at the switchboard if water leaks into the equipment or something is dropped in the equipment.

Continued use of the equipment can cause fire or electrical shock. Contact a FURUNO agent for service.

Do not disassemble or modify the equipment.

Fire, electrical shock or serious injury can result.

Immediately turn off the power at the switchboard if the equipment is emitting smoke or fire.

Continued use of the equipment can cause fire or electrical shock. Contact a FURUNO agent for service.

Do not operate the equipment with wet hands.

Electrical shock can result.

CAUTION

Use the proper fuse.

Use of the wrong fuse can cause serious damage to the equipment and void the warranty.

CAUTION

Do not operate the [DISTRESS] button except in case of a life-endangering situation on your vessel.

If the distress alert is accidentally transmitted, contact the nearest coast station and inform them of the accidental transmission as follows:

a) Ship's name b) Ship's call sign and DSC number c) Position at time of transmission d) Time of transmission

WARNING LABEL

A warning label is attached to the transceiver unit and a danger label is attached to the antenna coupler. Do not remove the labels. If a label is missing or illegible, contact a FURUNO agent or dealer about replacement.

WARNING

To avoid electrical shock, do not remove cover. No user-serviceable parts inside.

Name: Warning Label (1) Type: 86-003-1011-2 Code No.: 100-236-232-10

TRANSCEIVER UNIT

This equipment is intended for maritime use. Do not use it in other applications.

DANGER

Hazardous voltage.

Can shock

burn

or cause death. Do not touch antenna

wire

insulator and

terminal.

Name: Danger Label

Type:

05-062-0213-0

Code No.: 100-199-230-10

ANTENNA COUPLER

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Distress Alert Calling Procedure

Below is the procedure for transmitting a distress alert via radiotelephone. Transmit the distress alert when a life-endangering situation occurs on your vessel.

1. Open the DISTRESS button cover and press the [DISTRESS] butt on more than three seconds to show the following display, then release the [DISTRESS] button.

Distress call in progress!

NATURE: UNDESIGNATED POS:

12˚34N 123˚45E AT 12:34

TELEPHONE

DSC FREQ :

TIME TO GO : 30S

2. After the distress call has been transmitted, the following displays appear in order.

2182.0 KHZ

2187.5 KHZ

Wait for distress acknowledgement.

NATURE: UNDESIGNATED POS:

12˚34N 123˚45E AT 12:34

TELEPHONE DSC FREQ :

TIME TO GO: 2M10S

2182.0 KHZ

2187.5 KHZ

When distress call is acknowledged by coast station (usually within 1 min to 2 min 45 seconds)

Distress acknowledge call received.

FROM COAST: SHIP IN DIST: NATURE: UNDESIGNATED

12˚34N 123˚45E AT 12:34

POS: TELEPHONE

001234567

123456789

2182.0 KHZ

STOP ALARM

3. The audio alarm sounds; press the [CANCEL] key to silence the alarm.

4. Communicate with the coast station via radiotelephone as below. (In the dual control

unit system, communication can be done from any control unit, after the distress alert has been transmitted. To restore priority to the #1 control unit after completion of distress communications, turn it off and on again.)

a) Say MAYDAY three times. b) Say “This is …” name of your vessel and your call sign three times. c) G ive nature of distress and assistance needed. d) Give description of your vessel (type, number of persons onboard, etc.) and any other

information which may aid in rescue.

FOREWORD ......................................................................................................... x

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION............................................................................... xii

OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW......................................................................... 1-1

1.1 Controls ......................................................................................................................... 1-1

1.2 Turning the Power On/Off .............................................................................................. 1-2

1.3 Panel Dimmer, LCD Contrast ........................................................................................ 1-2

1.4 Indications...................................................................................................................... 1-3

1.4.1 DSC standby screen........................................................................................... 1-3

1.4.2 Radiotelephone screen ...................................................................................... 1-3

1.5 Loudspeaker .................................................................................................................. 1-4

1.6 Scanning Routine DSC Frequencies ............................................................................. 1-4

1.7 Automatic Acknowledge On/Off ..................................................................................... 1-5

1.8 Manual Entry of Position and Time................................................................................ 1-5

1.9 System Characteristics .................................................................................................. 1-7

1.9.1 Equipment priority .............................................................................................. 1-7

1.9.2 Controls become inoperative.............................................................................. 1-7

1.9.3 Controls become operative ................................................................................ 1-7

1.9.4 Automatic setting of working frequency.............................................................. 1-7

1.10 Power Supply Unit (option) .......................................................................................... 1-8

2 SSB RADIOTELEPHONE............................................................................. 2-1

2.1 Transmitting ................................................................................................................... 2-1

2.1.1 Choosing class of emission................................................................................ 2-1

2.1.2 Choosing channel, frequency............................................................................. 2-2

2.1.3 Tuning................................................................................................................. 2-3

2.1.4 Using the handset .............................................................................................. 2-4

2.1.5 Monitoring transceiver output power .................................................................. 2-4

2.1.6 Reducing transmitter power................................................................................ 2-5

2.1.7 Displaying IA, IC, VC or RF................................................................................ 2-5

2.2 Receiving ....................................................................................................................... 2-6

2.2.1 RF gain (sensitivity) adjustment ......................................................................... 2-6

2.2.2 S-meter............................................................................................................... 2-6

2.2.3 Monitoring traffic on intended transmit frequency............................................... 2-6

2.2.4 Receiving AM broadcasting stations................................................................... 2-6

2.2.5 Squelch control, squelch frequency ................................................................... 2-7

2.2.6 Noise blanker ..................................................................................................... 2-7

2.3 Intercom......................................................................................................................... 2-8

2.4 Telex Communications................................................................................................... 2-8

2.5 When Automatic Tuning Fails ........................................................................................ 2-9

2.6 User Channels............................................................................................................2-10

2.6.1 Registering user channels...............................................................................2-10

2.6.2 Deleting user channels....................................................................................2-12

2.7 FAX Enable/Disable....................................................................................................2-12

2.8 Speaker Setting in Off Hook........................................................................................2-13

3 DSC OVERVIEW...........................................................................................3-1

3.1 What is DSC?.............................................................................................................. 3-1

3.2 DSC Call...................................................................................................................... 3-1

3.2.1 Distress alert call and reply............................................................................... 3-3

3.2.2 Individual call.................................................................................................... 3-4

3.3 Audio A larms............................................................................................................... 3-4

3.4 Interpreting Call Displays............................................................................................. 3-5

3.4.1 Receive calls.................................................................................................... 3-5

3.4.2 Send calls......................................................................................................... 3-7

4 DISTRESS OPERATIONS ............................................................................4-1

4.1 Sending Distress Alert................................................................................................. 4-1

4.1.1 Sending distress alert by DISTRESS button, nature of distress not specified... 4-1

4.1.2 Sending distress alert by DISTRESS button, nature of distress specified......... 4-3

4.2 Receiving a Distress Alert............................................................................................ 4-6

4.2.1 Distress alert received on MF band.................................................................. 4-7

4.2.2 Distress alert received on HF band................................................................... 4-9

4.3 Sending Distress Relay on Behalf of a Ship in Distress..............................................4-13

4.3.1 Sending distress relay to coast station.............................................................4-13

4.3.2 Sending distress relay to all ships....................................................................4-16

4.4 Receiving Distress Relay All Ships .............................................................................4-19

4.5 Receiving Distress Relay from Coast Station..............................................................4-19

5 CALLING, RECEIVING..................................................................................5-1

5.1 All Ships Call ............................................................................................................... 5-1

5.1.1 Sending an all ships call................................................................................... 5-1

5.1.2 Receiving an all ships call................................................................................. 5-3

5.2 Individual Call.............................................................................................................. 5-4

5.2.1 Sending an individual call................................................................................. 5-4

5.2.2 Receiving an individual call..............................................................................5-10

5.3 Group Cal l..................................................................................................................5-15

5.3.1 Sending a group call........................................................................................5-15

5.3.2 Receiving a group call.....................................................................................5-18

5.4 Geographical Area Call...............................................................................................5-19

5.4.1 Sending a geographical area call.....................................................................5-19

5.4.2 Receiving a geographical area call..................................................................5-22

5.5 Neutral Craft Call........................................................................................................5-23

5.5.1 Sending a neutral craft call..............................................................................5-23

5.5.2 Receiving a neutral craft call............................................................................5-25

5.6 Medical Transport Call................................................................................................5-26

5.6.1 Sending a medical transport call......................................................................5-26

5.6.2 Receiving a medical transport call...................................................................5-27

5.7 Polling Call.................................................................................................................5-28

5.7.1 Sending a polling call......................................................................................5-28

5.7.2 Receiving a polling call...................................................................................5-31

5.8 Position Call...............................................................................................................5-33

5.8.1 Position call: requesting other ship’s position..................................................5-34

5.8.2 Position call: other ship requests your position................................................5-36

5.9 PSTN Call..................................................................................................................5-38

5.9.1 Sending a PSTN call, receiving acknowledge back (ACK BQ)............................5-38

5.9.2 Receiving a PSTN call, sending acknowledge back (ACK BQ).......................5-42

5.9.3 PSTN call disconnection, receiving charge information

(ship disconnects line)...................................................................................5-43

5.9.4 PSTN call disconnection, receiving charge information (coast station

disconnects line)...........................................................................................5-44

5.10 Log File....................................................................................................................5-45

5.10.1 Opening a log fi l e..........................................................................................5-45

5.11 Erasing Message Files.............................................................................................5-46

6 PREPARING TX CALLS ...............................................................................6-1

6.1 Preparing Individual Calls.............................................................................................6-1

6.2 Preparing Group Calls..................................................................................................6-4

6.3 Preparing Geographical Area Calls..............................................................................6-5

6.4 Preparing PSTN Calls..................................................................................................6-7

6.5 Preparing Test Calls.....................................................................................................6-8

6.6 Sending Prepared Calls...............................................................................................6-9

6.7 Deleting Send Message Files.....................................................................................6-10

6.8 Printing List of Send Message Files...........................................................................6-10

7 DSC/WATCH RECEIVER SETUP.................................................................7-1

7.1 Setting Alarms..............................................................................................................7-1

7.2 Auto Ac k Menu.............................................................................................................7-2

7.3 Printing Messages.......................................................................................................7-3

7.4 Setting Scan Frequencies............................................................................................7-4

7.4.1 Distress frequencies .........................................................................................7-4

7.4.2 Routine frequencies..........................................................................................7-4

7.5 Automatic Frequency Change......................................................................................7-6

7.6 Adjustin g Volu me .........................................................................................................7-7

8 NBDP SYSTEM OVERVIEW.........................................................................8-1

8.1 Turning on the NBDP System ......................................................................................8-1

8.2 Description of Equipment.............................................................................................8-2

8.2.1 Terminal unit.....................................................................................................8-2

8.2.2 Keyboard..........................................................................................................8-3

8.3 Function Keys, Menu Operation...................................................................................8-4

8.3.1 Menu conventions.............................................................................................8-4

8.3.2 Menu overview..................................................................................................8-5

8.3.3 Function key description...................................................................................8-6

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9 NBDP PREPARATIONS................................................................................9-1

9.1 Registering Answerback Code & ID Codes.................................................................. 9-1

9.1.1 Registering answerback code........................................................................... 9-1

9.1.2 Registering ID codes........................................................................................ 9-2

9.2 Station List................................................................................................................... 9-2

9.2.1 Registering stations.......................................................................................... 9-3

9.2.2 Editing/Deleting stations................................................................................... 9-4

9.3 Time r Program min g..................................................................................................... 9-5

9.3.1 Registering timer programs .............................................................................. 9-5

9.3.2 Editing/Deleting timer programs........................................................................ 9-6

9.4 User Channels............................................................................................................. 9-6

9.4.1 Registering user channels ................................................................................ 9-6

9.4.2 Editing/Deleting user channels ......................................................................... 9-7

9.5 Scan Channel Groups................................................................................................. 9-7

9.5.1 Registering scan channel groups...................................................................... 9-7

9.5.2 Editing/Deleting scan channel groups............................................................... 9-8

10 NBDP FILE OPERATIONS .........................................................................10-1

10.1 Opening and Closing Files........................................................................................10-1

10.2 Creating Files ...........................................................................................................10-1

10.3 Saving a File.............................................................................................................10-3

10.3.1 Formatting floppy disks..................................................................................10-3

10.3.2 Saving a file...................................................................................................10-4

10.4 Editing Files..............................................................................................................10-5

10.4.1 Cutting and pasting text.................................................................................10-5

10.4.2 Copying and pasting text...............................................................................10-6

10.4.3 Select all........................................................................................................10-6

10.4.4 Searching text ...............................................................................................10-6

10.4.5 Replacing text................................................................................................10-7

10.4.6 Goto line........................................................................................................10-7

10.4.7 Goto top, Goto bottom...................................................................................10-8

10.5 Opening Files...........................................................................................................10-8

10.5.1 Opening a file................................................................................................10-8

10.5.2 Switching between files.................................................................................10-8

10.6 Renaming Files.........................................................................................................10-9

10.7 Saving a File Under a New Name.............................................................................10-9

10.8 Deleting Files............................................................................................................10-9

10.9 Real Time Printing....................................................................................................10-9

10.10 Printing Files.........................................................................................................10-10

11 NBDP TRANSMITTING, RECEIVING .........................................................11-1

11.1 Manual Calling..........................................................................................................11-1

11.2 ARQ Mode Operation ................................................................................................11-3

11.3 FEC Mode Operation................................................................................................11-5

11.4 Choosing Receive Mode...........................................................................................11-5

11.5 Communication Example..........................................................................................11-6

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11.6 Timer Operation ....................................................................................................... 11-8

11.6.1 Enabling timer operation ............................................................................... 11-8

11.6.2 Stopping timer operation ............................................................................... 11-9

11.7 Scanning .................................................................................................................. 11 -9

11.8 Communication Buffer............................................................................................ 11-10

11.9 Preparing Macrofiles for Automatic Telex................................................................ 11-10

11.9.1 Automatic telex overview............................................................................. 11-10

11.9.2 Preparations.................................................................................................11-11

11.9.3 Commands.................................................................................................. 11-12

11.9.4 Store-and-forward method........................................................................... 11-13

DIRTLX macrofile .................................................................................................. 11-15

11.10 Automatic Telex using Macrofile ........................................................................... 11-17

12 MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 12-1

12.1 Daily Test ................................................................................................................. 12-1

12.2 Radiotelephone Test ................................................................................................ 12-2

12.3 Antenna Coupler Test ............................................................................................... 12-2

12.4 Maintenance ............................................................................................................ 12-3

12.5 Replacement of Fuses ............................................................................................. 12-4

12.6 Simple Troubleshooting............................................................................................ 12-5

12.7 Error Messages........................................................................................................ 12-5

12.8 Test Call................................................................................................................... 12-7

12.9 NBDP Terminal Unit Maintenance ............................................................................ 12-9

12.9.1 Cleaning the equipment................................................................................ 12-9

12.9.2 Connectors and earth connection ................................................................. 12-9

12.9.3 Floppy disk drive........................................................................................... 12-9

12.9.4 Diagnostics ................................................................................................. 12-10

12.9.5 Notification messages.............................................................................12-12

APPENDIX ......................................................................................................AP-1

Menu Tree ...................................................................................................................... AP-1

Frequency Tables............................................................................................................ AP-4

Telex Abbreviations ....................................................................................................... AP-17

Digital Interface (IEC 61162-1)...................................................................................... AP-18

Parts List....................................................................................................................... AP-23

Parts Location............................................................................................................... AP-26

SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................... SP-1

INDEX............................................................................................................... IN-1

FOREWORD

Thank you for purchasing the FS-1570 (150 W)/FS-2570 (250 W) SSB Radiotelephone. We are confident you will discover why FURUNO has become synonymous with quality and reliability.

Since 1948, FURUNO Electric Company has enjoyed an enviable reputation for innovative and dependable marine electronics equipment. This dedication to excellence is furthered by our extensive global network of agents and dealers.

Please carefully read and follow the safety information and operating and maintenance instructions set forth in this manual before attempting to operate the equipment and conduct any maintenance. Your unit will perform to the utmost of its ability only if it is operated and maintained in accordance with the correct procedures.

Note: The example screens shown in this manual may not match the screens you see on your display. The screen you see depends on your system configuration and equipment settings.

Features

The FS-1570/FS-2570 is an MF/HF SSB Radiotelephone with a built-in DSC/Watch Receiver, all contained in a surprisingly compact cabinet. An NBDP (Narrow Band Direct Printing) Terminal Unit is optionally available.

Data is displayed on a large, easy-to-read backlit LCD. Operation is simplified by the use of few keys and easy-to-follow menus.

The built-in DSC/watch receiver produces and receives digital selective calls for quick and efficient establishment of distress, urgency, safety and routine communications with other ships and coast stations that install any MF/HF DSC facilities.

The main features are

General

• Fully meets the following regulations: IMO A.694(17), IMO A.804(19), IMO A.806(19),

IMO A.813(19), IMO MSC 68(68), IEC 60945, IEC 61907-3/8/9, IEC-61162-1, EIV-300/338, ITU-R M.493-10, M.541-8, M.1082-1, EN 300 373, EN 300 338, EN 300 033 and ETS 300 067.

• One-touch testing facility

• Automatic entry of position with manual override

• Optional printer can automatically print out DSC and NBDP received messages and test

results.

DSC/watch receiver

• Distress, safety and routine calling

• Scanning of DSC frequencies for distress and general calls on MF/HF

• File editing capability for readiness in case of emergency

• PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network) capability standard

• Log stores 50 each of latest ordinary, distress and transmitted messages, in separate

memory blocks.

NBDP (with optional NBDP Terminal Unit IB-581/IB-583)

• Automatic error-free telex communications and distress message in compliance with

GMDSS requirements

• LCD monitor and keyboard comply with ITU regulations

• Pop-up menus for user-friendly operation

• Memory for 100 operator-customized channels

• Real time message printing with Printer PP-510

Program Number

PC Board Program No. On Display Remarks

MAIN (Transceiver Unit) 0550205101 PANEL 1 (#1 Control Unit) 0550206101 PANEL 2 (#2 Control Unit) 0550206101 MODEM (DSC) 0550207101 NBDP MODEM 0550208101

Termin al Unit IB-581 (optional unit)

PC Board Program No. On Display Remarks

Terminal Unit 0550210122 Ver. 1.22

Termin al Unit IB-583 (optional unit)

Ver. 01 FS-1570T/FS-2570T Ver. 01 FS-2570C Ver. 01 Optional unit Ver. 01 Ver. 01 Optional pcb

PC Board Program No. On Display Remarks

Terminal Unit 0550209122 Ver. 1.22

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

FS-2570 (250 W)

* **

# = 2.6 m whip antenna

NAVIGATOR

INCOMING

INDICATOR

IC-303-DSC

TELEX DISTRESS

ALERT BUTTON

IC-302-DSC

DISTRESS MESSAGE

CONTROLLER

DMC-5

# #

PREAMP

FAX-5

PREAMP

FAX-5

RX BOARD**

CONTROLLER 1

TRANSCEIVER

UNIT

FS-2570T

CONTROLLER 2

Antenna Coupler

AT-1560-25

CONTROL UNIT

NBDP TERMINAL UNIT

LOUDSPEAKER SEM-21Q

FS-2570C

IB-581/IB-583

24 VDC

CONTROL UNIT

FS-2570C

HANDSET

HS-2001

PRINTER

PP-510

PRINTER

INTERFACE

IF-8500*

* = Required for NBDP Terminal and DSC to share printer.

24 VDC

* = For distress watch keeping receiver ** = For DSC general frequency watch keeping receiver

Unit

Preamp Unit Antenna Coupler Other Units

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Exposed to weather Exposed to weather Protected from weather

1 OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW

1.1 Controls

FURUNO

DSC

DISTRESS

2182

ABC

TEST

DEF

ALARM

CANCEL

CALL

IntCom

GHI

PQRS

FILE

CURSOR

ACK/SQ

ABC

TUV

LOG

TUNE

SCAN

MNO

WXYZ

SETUP

PUSH TO ENTER

POWER

OVEN

ENTER knob

Description of controls

Control Function

POWER switch Turns the power on/off. DISTRESS

button

Press and hold down the button more than three seconds to transmit the

distress alert. CALL key Transmits calls. ENTER knob

Radiotelephone: Rotate to change TX/RX channel, sensitivity, audio

volume, etc.; push to register selection.

DSC: Rotate to choose menu items; push to register selection. CANCEL key

• Cancels wrong data.

• Restores previous menu.

• Silences audio alarm.

• Cancels transmission, printing.

• Erases error message.

1/ RT/2182 key

Switches to the radiotelephone screen. Press and hold down more than

two seconds to get 2182.0 kHz/J3E automatically. 2/DSC key Composes DSC TX message. 3/TEST key Executes daily test. 4/IntCom key Turns on/off the intercom with other Control Unit FS-2570C. 5/ ACK/SQ key

DSC: Switches automatic and manual acknowledge alternately.

Radiotelephone: Turns squelch on and off. 6/SCAN key

• Displays DSC standby screen.

• Starts/stops scanning of DSC routine frequencies, on the DSC standby

screen.

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1 OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW

7/ key

• Turns loudspeaker on/off.

(Note that this key does not silence the distress or urgency alarm.)

8/PRINT key Prints communications log files, current screen (except DSC standby

screen and radiotelephone screen) and test results.

9/ key FILE/CURSOR

key

Adjusts panel dimmer and LCD contrast.

• Opens the send message file list from the DSC standby screen, to send

stored message.

• Shifts cursor.

LOG/TUNE key

• Tunes antenna in radiotelephone operation.

• Displays message logs, in DSC operation.

#/SETUP key Opens the Setup menu. ALARM lamp

• Flashes in red for distress and urgency calls.

• Flashes in green (more rapidly) for business, safety and routine calls.

OVEN lamp Lights (in green) when mains switchboard is on.

1.2 Turning the Power On/Off

Press the [POWER] switch at the right-hand side of the control unit to power the system. Press it again to turn the system off. In the dual control unit system, the control unit connected to the CONTROLLER 1 port on the transceiver unit has priority and it controls the power for both the No.1 and No. 2 control units. The power switch of the No. 2 control unit powers on/off the No. 2 control unit only.

Note: Turn on ship’s mains five minutes before turning on this equipment.

1.3 Panel Dimmer, LCD Contrast

1. Press the [9/ ] key to show the dimmer/contrast adjustment window.

DIMMER (1~8)

CONTRAST (40~63)

2. Rotate the [ENTER] knob to choose DIMMER or CONTRAST, whichever you want to adjust, and then push the [ENTER] knob.

DIMMER (1-8)

EXIT:[ENT]

CONTRAST (40-63)

Dimmer adjustment window Contrast adjustment window

3. Rotate the [ENTER] knob to adjust and then push the [ENTER] knob.

4. To quit, rotate the [ENTER] knob to choose “EXIT: [ENT]” and then push the [ENTER]

knob.

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1 OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW

1.4 Indications

1.4.1 DSC standby screen

The DSC standby screen may be displayed by pressing the [6/SCAN] key.

Acknowledge status (AUTO ACK or MANUAL ACK)

WATCH KEEPING

DISTRESS

2187.5

16804.5 12577.0

ROUTINE

2177.0

16903.0 12657.0

35°00.000N MANUAL 135°00.000E 23:59

Position and time. "MANUAL" shown when these are input manually.

4207.5

4219.5

AUTO ACK

6312.0

8414.5

6331.0

8436.5

Distress and routine frequencies scanned in clockwise direction, and frequency currently being scanned is highlighted. One cycle is completed in less than two seconds. For how to choose scan frequencies, see paragraph 1.6.

DSC standby screen

1.4.2 Radiotelephone screen

Press the [1/ RT/2182] key to show the radiotelephone screen. This is where you set up the radiotelephone.

Communications Mode (Duplex or Simplex, display only)

Class of Emission (SSB, TLX, AM)

Channel

TX Frequency

RX Frequency

AGC, Squelch

Sensitivity

Volume

MODE: SSB SIMP HIGH

CH: 200

TX: 2182.0 KHZ

RX: 2182.00 KHZ

AGC : FAST SQ NB

SEN VOL

IA 0.0A

Output Power (HIGH, MID or LOW)

Noise Blanker

S-meter Antenna Current (IA) (or IC, VC, RF)

Radiotelephone screen

Note: “TX” is circumscribed with a rectangle when transmitting.

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1.5 Loudspeaker

1. Press the [7/ ] key to alternately disable or enable the loudspeaker and the alarm

generated for routine messages. SOUND: ON or SOUND: OFF appears with each press.

2. To adjust loudspeaker volume do the following:

T he method of adjustment depends on the setting of “VOLUME INPUT” in t he Setup

menu (radiotelephone).

For EASY

a) Press the [1/RT 2182] key to show the radiotelephone screen.

VOL (at the bottom of the screen) is chosen.

b) Rotate the [ENTER] knob to adjust volume and then push the [ENTER] knob to show

the VOL adjustment window. This window automatically disappears when there is no volume adjustment for 3-4 seconds.

VOL

Note: For the “EASY” setting, the equipment does the following:

"OFF" shown when loudspeaker is off.

• “VOL” is automatically chosen after approx. one minute even if an option other

than “VOL” is selected.

• When the setting is changed to ot her than “VOL” and the [ENTER] knob is

pushed, “VOL” is automatically selected..

For NORMAL

a) Press the [1/RT 2182] key to show the radiotelephone screen.

The last-chosen item is selected.

b) Rotate the [ENTER] knob to choose VOL at the bottom of the screen and then push the

[ENTER] knob.

c) Rotate the [ENTER] knob to adjust volume and then push the [ENTER] knob.

1.6 Scanning Routine DSC Frequencies

You can scan frequencies when using the DSC mode. For how to set frequencies, see paragraph 7.4. Radiotelephone and telex are i noperative while scanning. However, in case of the FS-2570, those modes may be used during scan ning when the optional internal watch keeping receiver is installed.

1. Press the [6/SCAN] key to show the DSC standby screen.

2. Press the [6/SCAN] key to start/stop scanning.

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1.7 Automatic Ackno wledge On/Off

The automatic acknowledge feat ure of the DSC/watch receiver automatically transmits the acknowledge back (ACK BQ) signal to the sending station when an individual, position or polling call is received. (For position and polling calls, respective item on the AUTO ACK menu must be turned on to enable automatic acknowledge. ) Automatic acknowledge can be turned on or off at the DSC standby screen by the [5/ ACK/SQ] key. The message ACK: AUTO or ACK: MANUAL appears at the bottom of the DSC standby screen with each press of the key.

Note 1: To give priorit y to own ship’s communications while own ship is communicating,

show ACK: MAN UAL by the above procedure.

Note 2: Automatic acknowledge is not possible under the following conditions:

Priority: Com Type: Morse, Fax, Data, No Info Com Freq: No Info Off Hook

Distress, Urgency or Safety

1.8 Manual Entry of Position and Time

If there is no EPFS (Electronic Position-Fixing System) connected t o this equipment or the EPFS connected is not working (EPFS error indication appears), manually enter position and time as follows:

1. At the DSC standby screen, press the [#/SETUP] key to display the Setup menu.

Setup menu

ALARM AUTO ACK AUTO FREQ

ERASE

MESSAGE

POSITION PRINT OUT

SCAN FREQ

VOLUME

TEST SYSTEM

2. Rotate the [ENTER] knob to choose POSITION and then push the [ENTER] knob.

** Position setup

INPUT TYPE: AUTO

LAT : 34 LON : 135 TIME: 09: 00 UTC

41 NORTH

30 EAST

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3. Push the [ENTER] knob to open the INP UT TYPE menu.

** Position setup

INPUT TYPE: AUTO

LAT : 34 LON : 135 TIME: 09: 00 UTC

AUTO

41 NORTH

MANUAL

30 EAST

Note 1: If, when INPUT TYPE is AUTO, input from the navigat or is interrupted, the

message “EP FS error!” appears. If this occurs, check the navi gator.

Note 2: When INPUT TYPE is MANUAL, the mess age “Warning: Update position”

appears at set intervals (update i nterval selected with POSITION OLDER on the Alarm menu) to ask y ou to update position.

4. Rotate the [ENTER] knob to choos e MANUAL and t hen push the [ENTER] k nob.

5. Push the [ENTER] knob to open the latitude input window. Use the numeric keys to

enter latitude. If necessary, switc h c oor dinates: [1] key to swit c h t o Nor th; [2] key to swit c h to Sout h. Push the [ENTER] k nob.

** Position setup

INPUT TYPE: MANUAL

LAT : 34° 41 NORTH

34˚ 41

LON : 135 TIME: 09: 00 UTC

34 ° 30 NORTH

° 30 EAST

After last digit is entered

34°30 NORTH

NORTH: [1] KEY SOUTH: [2] KEY

6. Push the [ENTER] knob to open the lon gitude input window. Use the num er ic keys to enter longi tude. If necessary, switc h c oor dinates: [1] key to swit ch to East; [2] key to swit c h to West. Pus h the [ENTER] knob.

** Position setup

INPUT TYPE: MANUAL

LAT : 34° 30 NORTH

LAT: 34˚ 41 NORTH

LON : 135° 30 EAST

LON : 135˚ 30 EAST TIME: 09: 00 UTC

135°30 EAST

After last digit is entered

135°30 EAST

EAST: [1] KEY WEST: [2] KEY

7. Push the [ENTER] knob to open the tim e input window.

Position setup

INPUT TYPE: MANUAL

LAT : 34°30 NORTH

LAT : 34˚ 41 NORTH

LON : 135

LON : 135˚ 30 EAST TIME : 09: 00 UTC

TIME: 09: 00 UTC

30 EAST

12 : 34

8. Enter UTC time with the numeric k eys and then push the [ENTE R] knob. The Setup

menu appears .

9. Press the [CANCEL] key to return to the DSC standby screen.

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1.9 System Characteristics

1.9.1 Equipment priority

Equipment priority order is as below.

1. DMC

2. Control unit sending distress alert

3. Control unit 1 – routine use

4. Control unit 2 – routine use

5. NBDP

1.9.2 Controls become inoperative

Controls become inoperative in the following conditions:

• Controls of idle control unit in the two-control unit system when other control unit goes

OFF HOOK.

• Controls of idle control unit in the two-control unit system when other control unit

switches to the DSC mode.

• Distress received by DMC (Distress Message Controller).

• NBDP is scanning or communicating.

• Distress alert or distress relay is transmitted.

• Call other than distress is transmitted (transmission time about 8 s). If it becomes

necessary to unlock the keyboard before the message is transmitted, press the [CANCEL] key to cancel the call.

1.9.3 Controls become operative

Controls become operative in the following conditions:

• [DISTRESS] button is pressed.

• Control unit having highest priority is operated.

• Other control unit in two-control unit system goes ON HOOK.

• Distress received by DMC is acknowledged.

• NBDP stops scanning or communicating.

1.9.4 Automatic setting of working frequency

The radiotelephone automatically sets working frequency in the following conditions:

• ABLE ACK is sent in response to individual call.

• Your ship receives ABLE ACK in response to own ship-initiated individual call.

• Your ship sends all ship call.

• Your ship sends distress relay.

• Your ship sends distress alert.

• Your ship receives group call or area call.

• Your ship receives distress relay call.

• Your ship receives distress alert.

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1.10 Power Supply Unit (option)

The control unit works directly on 24 VDC or through a Power Supply Unit on AC mains supply (115 or 230 VAC). The power supply unit is type PR-300, supplying 24 VDC power (20 A) to the FS-1570 or type PR-850A, supplying 24 VDC (40 A) to the FS-2570. Both 115/230 VAC and 24 VDC power can be connected simultaneously. In this case, the system normally operates on the AC mains supply and when AC power is lost, the PSU automatically switches to the DC power source.

This power supply arrangement satisfies the GMDSS requirements. The FS-1570/FS-2570 can be operated directly from 24 VDC without a power supply.

OVEN power supply: The crystal oven is always powered even when the Power Switch is OFF, provided the mains switchboard is turned on.

AC and DC power switches

Both AC and DC power switches on the PSU can be always kept on. (These switches are provided to turn off the power supply for maintenance.) The control unit may be turned on or off with the PSU kept on.

Red Light Green Light

PR-300

100V 10A 220V 5A

OFF

LNG +- +- +-24V

Lamp (red): Lights when AC power source is in use. Lamp (green): Lights when DC power source is in use

125V 20A

OFF

AC IN DC IN DC OUT

PR-300

Terminal Cover

Breaker

Power Lamp

POWER

ON ON

OFF

AC INPUT 50/60Hz DC OUTPUT

PR-850A

Power supply units

Note: Both lamps light when changing to DC power supply (PR-300). These lamps also

light when the internal temperature goes too high.

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You can enter desired frequency by channel or TX and RX frequencies. The handset may be ON HOOK or OFF HOOK. To set the SSB radiotelephone to 2182 kHz/J3E automatically, press the [1/ RT/2182] key more than two seconds.

2.1 Transmitting

After selecting class of emission and frequency, you can transmit by pressing the PTT switch on the handset. Output power is shown on the display.

2.1.1 Choosing class of emission

1. At the radiotelephone screen, choose class of emission (mode) as follows:

Rotate the [ENTER] knob to choose MODE and then push the [ENTER] knob.

MODE: SSB SIMP HIGH

CH: 800

SSB

TLX AM

TX: 2182.0 KHZ

RX: 2182.00 KHZ

AGC : FAST

SEN VOL

IA 0.0A

Rotate the [ENTER] knob to choose mode desired and then push the [ENTER] knob. SSB:

Single Sideband, TLX: Telex, AM: AM. (You cannot transmit on the AM mode.)

2. AGC is automatically selected according to mode. AGC FAST: SSB, AGC OFF: TLX, AGC SLOW: AM. However, you may change it as below.

a) Rotate the [ENTER] knob to choose AGC and then push the [ENTER] knob.

MODE: SSB SIMP HIGH

CH: 200

TX: 2182.0 KHZ RX: 2182.00 KHZ

OFF

AGC : FAST

SEN VOL

b) Rotate the [ENTER] knob to choose OFF, SLOW or FAST as appropriate and then push

the [ENTER] knob.

FAST

SLOW FAST

IA 0.0A

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2.1.2 Choosing channel, frequency

Choosing channel

1. Rotate the [ENTER] knob to choose CH and then push the [ENTER] knob.

MODE: SSB SIMP HIGH

CH: 800

TX: 2182.0 KHZ RX: 2182.00 KHZ

AGC : FAST

SEN VOL

2. Channel can be entered directly with the numeric keys, or by using the [ENTER] knob. See below for details.

Entering band and band channel with the numeric keys: Use the numeric keys to enter band and band channel and then push the [ENTER] knob.

200

IA 0.0A

Choosing band and band channel with the ENTER knob:

a) Use the [FILE/CURSOR] key to place the cursor in the band or band channel position,

whichever you want to change.

200

Cursor position for selection of band channel

200

Cursor position for selection of band

b) Rotate the [ENTER] knob to set band (or channel) desired.

2 4 6 8 12 16 18 22 25 01 02----- 029

ITU band User band

Setting Range ITU Band: 2/4/6/8/12/16/18/22/25 User Band: 001-029 (leadiing zero necessary) ITU Channel: XX01 - XX236 (rendering on band or mode) User Channel: XXX01 - XXX99

c) Push the [ENTER] knob. The TX and RX frequencies of the channel entered

appear.

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Choosing frequency

1. Rotate the [ENTER] knob to choose TX or RX as appropriate and then push the [ENTER] knob.

MODE: AM SIMP HIGH

CH: 200

TX: 2182.0 KHZ

2182.00 KHZ

Rx: 123456.78 KHZ

AGC : SLOW

SE VOL

IA 0.0A

2. Enter frequency by one of the methods below.

Entering frequency with the numeric keys:

Use the numeric keys to enter frequency and then push the [ENTER] knob. Be sure to including trailing zero. For example, to enter 2161 kHz, key in [2], [1], [6], [1], [0]. (Keying in 2-1-6-1 will set 216.1 kHz.)

Choosing frequency with the ENTER knob (for RX only):

a) Use the [FILE/CURSOR] key to choose digit to change. b) Rotate the [ENTER] knob to set digit. c) Push the [ENTER] knob.

Note: To enter same frequency for both TX and RX, enter the TX frequency first.

2.1.3 Tuning

Maximum transmission power is achieved only when the antenna impedance and transmitter impedance match each other. Because the antenna impedance changes with frequency, a means must be provided to match (tune) the antenna impedance with the transmitter impedance. This is done with the antenna coupler. The antenna coupler automatically tunes the transmitter to a wide range of different antenna lengths, from 7 to 30 m.

To initiate the automatic tuning, do the following:

1. Press the PTT switch on the handset or the [LOG/TUNE] key on the control unit.

“TUNING” appears when the [LOG/TUNE] key is pressed; “TX” pops out when the PTT switch is pressed.

Tuning will be completed within 2 to 5 s for a newly selected frequency, or less than 0.5 s for a once-tuned frequency. (A memory saves coil and capacitor settings.) When the tuning process is successfully completed, TUNE: OK appears. If tuning fails, TUNE: NG appears.

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Note: When tuning is initiated in the two-control unit system, the display of the idle control

unit shows “OCCUPIED(ANOTHER CONTROLLER).” In this case, only the DISTRESS button is operative on the idle control unit. Further, if a control unit is in use when tuning is attempted at the other control unit, the display of the control unit which attempted to tune shows “OCCUPIED” plus the name of the equipment in use: ANOTHER CONTROLLER, NBDP, or DMC.

2.1.4 Using the handset

Hold the handset close to your mouth, press the PTT switch and speak clearly.

2.1.5 Monitoring transceiver output power

During transmission, the IA bar deflects according to the current being fed to the antenna feeder from the antenna coupler. The unit of readout is amperes. The antenna current varies with the effective antenna impedance. The swing differs by the frequency and antenna length. The output power is proportional to the square of an antenna current.

Note: If IA is not shown, follow the procedure in paragraph 2.1.7 to show it.

MODE: SSB SIMP HIGH

CH: 200

TX: 2182.0 KHZ RX: 2182.00 KHZ

AGC : FAST

SEN VOL

IA 2.1A

Antenna Current

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2.1.6 Reducing transmitter power

To conserve energy and to minimize possible interference to other stations, reduce the transmission power. This should be done when using the transceiver in a harbor, near the shore or close to communication partner (other ship).

1. Rotate the [ENTER] knob to choose LOW, MID or HIGH (whichever is shown) at the top of the screen and then push the [ENTER] knob.

MODE: SSB SIMP HIGH

CH: 200

TX: 2182.0 KHZ

RX: 2182.00 KHZ

AGC : FAST

SEN VOL

LOW

MID HIGH

IA 2.1A

FS-1570 FS-2570

LOW 68 W 70 W MID 100 W 125 W

HIGH 150 W 250 W

2. Rotate the [ENTER] knob to choose power among LOW, MID and HIGH as

appropriate and then push the [ENTER] knob.

Note: Power amplifier temperature is monitored, and when its temperature rises above a

certain temperature output power is automatically reduced.

2.1.7 Displaying IA, IC, VC or RF

While transmitting, you may display RF (PA output), IA (antenna current), IC (collector current) or VC (collector voltage), at the lower right corner of the radiotelephone screen.

1. Rotate the [ENTER] knob to choose RF, IA, IC or VC (whichever is displayed) at the bottom right corner.

2. Push the [ENTER] knob.

MODE: SSB SIMP HIGH

CH: 200

TX: 2182.0 KHZ

RX: 2182.00 KHZ

AGC : FAST

SEN VOL

IC VC

IA 2.1A

3. Rotate the [ENTER] knob to choose option desired and then push the [ENTER] knob.

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2.2 Receiving

2.2.1 RF gain (sensitivity) adjustment

In normal use the sensitivity should be set for maximum. If the audio on the received channel is unclear or interfered with other signals, adjust (usually reduce) sensitivity to improve clarity.

1. Rotate the [ENTER] knob to choose SEN at the bottom of the screen and then push the [ENTER] knob.

SEN

2. Rotate the [ENTER] to adjust and then push the [ENTER] knob.

2.2.2 S-meter

The S-meter shows relative signal strength coming into the receiver frontend. Note that the S-meter does not function when the AGC is turned off.

MODE: SSB SIMP HIGH

CH: 200

TX: 2182.0 KHZ RX: 2182.00 KHZ

AGC : FAST

SEN VOL

2.2.3 Monitoring traffic on intended transmit frequency

When a semi-duplex channel is selected, it is recommended to monitor if there is no existing traffic on the frequency you are going to use. This can be done by entering the Tx frequency at the Rx frequency location.

2.2.4 Receiving AM broadcasting stations

1. Press the [1/ RT/2182] key to show the radiotelephone screen.

2. Rotate the [ENTER] knob to choose MODE and then push the [ENTER] knob.

MODE: SSB SIMP HIGH

CH: 800

SSB

TLX AM

TX: 2182.0 KHZ

IA 0.0A

S-meter

RX: 2182.00 KHZ

AGC : FAST

SEN VOL

IA 0.0A

3. Rotate the [ENTER] knob to choose AM and then push the [ENTER] knob.

4. Rotate the [ENTER] knob to choose RX and then push the [ENTER] knob.

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Furuno FS-1570, FS-2570 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

IMPORTANT NOTICES

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Distress Alert Calling Procedure

TABLE OF CONTENTS

FOREWORD

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

1 OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW

1.1 Controls

1.2 Turning the Power On/Off

1.3 Panel Dimmer, LCD Contrast

1.4 Indications

1.5 Loudspeaker

1.6 Scanning Routine DSC Frequencies

1.7 Automatic Ackno wledge On/Off

1.8 Manual Entry of Position and Time

1.9 System Characteristics

1.10 Power Supply Unit (option)

2 SSB RADIOTELEPHONE

2.1 Transmitting

2.2 Receiving