Nautilus Lifeline
3 ft.
VHF-GPS Radio for Divers
OPERATIONS MANUAL
Model: DIVER
1. Lifeline button is not functional until registered.
2. Lifeline must be fully charged before rst use.
Green charging light will extinguish when fully charged.
3. Splash proof in all sea conditions, when upper cap is open.
4. Avoid submerging your Lifeline with upper cap open.
Speaker performance will be temporarily affected.
Web: www.nautiluslifeline.com
Email: info@nautiluslifeline.com
Call: 001-604-241-1918
Skype: nautiluslifeline
WARNING! The Nautilus Lifeline is an aid to your safety. It is not a life-saving device. It is not intended to save your life.
CONTENTS
Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 3
About this Manual ......................................................................................................................... 3
Important Safety Considerations ........................................................................................... 3
Federal Communications Commission Notice ..................................................................... 3
Radio Frequency Exposure Safety Statement ...................................................................... 3
Operator Warnings.................................................................................................................. 4
Licensing ................................................................................................................................ 4
Maritime Mobile Service Identity .......................................................................................... 4
Parts Supplied ......................................................................................................................... 4
Optional Accessories.............................................................................................................. 4
How the Radio and GPS Work ............................................................................................... 5
Controls and Features ........................................................................................................... 5
Front of Unit ................................................................................................................................. 5
Top of Unit with Cap Open ........................................................................................................... 6
Before You Start ..................................................................................................................... 6
Check the Unit .............................................................................................................................. 6
Charge the Unit ............................................................................................................................ 6
Install the Software ...................................................................................................................... 7
Register Your Nautilus Lifeline ..................................................................................................... 7
After registration .......................................................................................................................... 7
Getting Started ........................................................................................................................ 8
Open the Cap ............................................................................................................................... 8
Extend the Antenna ...................................................................................................................... 8
Power On ..................................................................................................................................... 8
Use the Menu ............................................................................................................................... 8
Power O ..................................................................................................................................... 8
Using the Radio ....................................................................................................................... 9
Chat to Other Boats or Divers ...................................................................................................... 9
Change the Green Chat Button Channel...................................................................................... 9
Hail Boats in the Area ................................................................................................................... 9
Change the Hail + Distress Button Channel ................................................................................. 9
Transmitting a Distress Message ....................................................................................... 10
Turn Distress Mode On ............................................................................................................... 10
Turn Distress Mode O ............................................................................................................... 10
Selecting and Adjusting Settings on the Computer .......................................................... 10
Selecting and Adjusting Settings on the Unit .................................................................... 10
Adjust Volume and Squelch ....................................................................................................... 10
Select GPS Polling ..................................................................................................................... 11
Change the Green Chat Button Channel..................................................................................... 11
Change the Hail + Distress Button Channel ............................................................................... 11
Reset the Radio .......................................................................................................................... 11
Maintenance .......................................................................................................................... 11
Maintain the O-Rings ................................................................................................................. 11
Charge the Battery .................................................................................................................... 11
Replace the Battery ................................................................................................................... 11
Store the Unit Open .................................................................................................................... 11
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................... 12
Unit Does Not Power On ............................................................................................................ 12
Warranty ................................................................................................................................ 12
Warranty Returns .................................................................................................................. 12
Returning Your Unit for Service .................................................................................................. 12
Customer Support ................................................................................................................ 13
Specications........................................................................................................................ 13
Decloration of Conformity ................................................................................................... 14
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your purchase of a Nautilus Lifeline VHF-GPS Radio for Divers! Your unit is ready for immediate
use as a fully functional marine VHF radio and GPS. You can talk on the radio on either of the following:
• Chat Button: Pre-set to channel 8, or adjustable to any marine VHF frequency
• Hail + Distress Button: Pre-set to channel 16, the international hail and distress channel
NOTE: You can operate your Nautilus Lifeline immediately. Before using, check the O-ring to ensure it is clean
and free of any dirt or contaminants.
Not all features are available before your register your Lifeline unit.
Connect your unit by the included USB cable to your computer and visit www.nautiluslifeline.com to register
your warranty, activate distress mode, and enter a Maritime Mobile Service Identify (MMSI) number.
See Register Your Nautilus Lifeline on page 11.
About this Manual
We encourage you to read through this operations manual before using your Nautilus Lifeline VHF-GPS Radio
for Divers. This will help you get the full benets from all of your unit’s features and understand the safe and
proper way to use it.
The label WARNING! identies conditions that could result in personal injury or loss of life, or cause damage to
your Nautilus Lifeline.
The labels IMPORTANT and NOTE alert you to information that is important to proper assembly, operation, or
maintenance of your Nautilus Lifeline.
IMPORTANT SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
WARNING! The Nautilus Lifeline is an aid to your safety. It is not a life-saving device. It is not intended to save
your life.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION NOTICE
This unit has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15
of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced marine electronics technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does
not cause harmful interference.
Unauthorized changes or modications to this equipment may void compliance with the FCC Rules.
RADIO FREQUENCY EXPOSURE SAFETY STATEMENT
Your wireless handheld portable transceiver contains a low-power transmitter. When the push-to-talk button is
pushed, the transceiver sends out radio frequency (RF) signals. In August 1996, the FCC adopted RF exposure
guidelines with safety levels for handheld wireless devices. This device is authorized to operate at a duty factor
not to exceed 50% (this corresponds to 50% transmission time and 50% reception time).
WARNING! To maintain compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure guidelines,
this transmitter and its antenna must maintain a separation distance of at
least 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) from your face. Speak in a normal voice, with
the antenna pointed up and away from your face at the required
separation distance.
Use only the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modications,
or attachments may damage the transmitter and violate FCC regulations.
Min. 1 inch/2.5 cm
OPERATOR WARNINGS
WARNING! Unauthorized use, changes, or modications to the Nautilus Lifeline may result in violations of FCC
Rules.
WARNING! Disassembly and repair of the Nautilus Lifeline should only be performed by the manufacturer. Any
modication of the serial number or attempt to repair the original equipment or accessories by unauthorized
individuals will void the warranty.
WARNING! The Nautilus Lifeline radio is capable of transmitting on the very high frequency (VHF) marine band.
Use of the VHF marine band is permitted on water only. Use of the VHF marine band on land is prohibited. If
the VHF marine band is used on land and interferes with others communicating, authorities may be notied
and search for the interference. Responsible parties found to be transmitting on the VHF marine band on land
may be ned.
The following communications are prohibited:
• False distress or emergency messages
• General messages (messages not addressed to a particular station), except in an emergency or if you are
testing your radio
• Transmission while on land
• Messages containing obscene, indecent, or profane language (potential ne of $10,000)
LICENSING
You may need a licence to operate your handheld VHF radio. Contact your local authorities before using your
unit to ensure that you are complying with the rules and regulations in your area.
MARITIME MOBILE SERVICE IDENTITY
A Maritime Mobile Service Identify (MMSI) number is a nine-digit number used on marine radios like your
Nautilus Lifeline that are capable of using digital selective calling (DSC). It is used like a telephone number to
selectively call other vessels.
Many countries (but not all) allow use of MMSI numbers. You must apply to your local authorities to obtain an
MMSI number:
Input the MMSI number of your dive boat OR:
• In the United States, register at:
http://www.boatus.com/mmsi or http://seatow.com/boating_safety/mmsi.asp.
• In Canada, visit:
http://www.ic.hc.ca/epic/site/smt-gst.nsf/en/sf01032e.html or http://www.usps.org/php/mmsi/rules.php.
• In Europe, check with the local marine regulatory authority in your country for assistance.
To enter your MMSI number, see Register Your Nautilus Lifeline on page 11. International regulations require
that you contact the manufacturer to change your MMSI. This can be done online.
PARTS SUPPLIED
Before using your Nautilus Lifeline VHF-GPS Radio for Divers, make sure that the following parts are included
in the box:
• One Nautilus Lifeline
• USB adapter cable
• USB port cover
• Clip (attached to unit)
• Antenna (installed on unit)
• Quick Start Guide
If any of these items are missing, contact your dealer or Nautilus Lifeline (see Customer Support on page 22).
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
The following optional accessories are available for the Nautilus Lifeline:
• DIVER Pouch
• Spare DIVER O-rings
• Extended Warranty
NOTE: These accessories are available online by visiting our website at www.nautiluslifeline.com or calling
customer support at 001-604-241-1918. You can also check with your local dealer to place an order.
HOW THE RADIO AND GPS WORK
Very High
Frequency Radio
Digital Selective
Calling
Maritime Mobile
Service Identity
Number
Global Positioning
Very high frequency (VHF) radio is the most common method of communicating with other boats. Part of
the radio spectrum has been allocated specically to maritime users, and this VHF marine band is the same
worldwide.
Digital selective calling (DSC) is an advanced, computerized form of VHF radio designed for marine use.
When a distress call is made by pressing just one button on the radio, your identication and location may
be automatically transmitted to the Coast Guard and other vessels in the area with a modern VHF radio. This
function is only for emergency use.
A Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) number is a nine-digit number used on marine radios like your
Nautilus Lifeline that are capable of using digital selective calling (DSC). It is used like a telephone number to
selectively call other vessels. For more information, see the following:
• To obtain an MMSI number: see Maritime Mobile Service Identity Number on page 4
• To enter your MMSI number, see Register Your Nautilus Lifeline on page 11
GPS, short for Global Positioning System, is a means for locating any point on the earth. On your Nautilus
Lifeline, it allows your latitude and longitude position to be acquired as long as you have a clear view of the
sky. This ensures that you can be found even without communicating your position.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Front of Unit
Polycarbonate
Housing
Clip
GPS Receiver
Strobe Light
Charging Light
LCD Screen
latch
lcd display
strobe light
green charging light
Provides waterproof protection to a depth of 425 feet (130 meters) so you can take your Nautilus Lifeline with
you on every dive.
Conveniently and securely attaches the Nautilus Lifeline to a D-ring. For ultimate convenience, order a DIVER
Pouch.
Jupiter 3 GPS receiver shows your latitude and longitude on the LCD screen.
Flashes in distress mode to indicate diver position. Especially useful after sunset.
Turns on when the unit is being charged and turns o when unit has fully charged.
Shows GPS coordinates, number of satellites in view, channel in use, and battery level. When scrolling through
the menu, the screen shows volume, squelch, and channel selection.
green charging light
number of satellites in viewgps coordinates west
signal lock
transmitting
battery meter
channel name and number
strobe light
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