Raymarine RAY101E User Manual
Ray101E
Handheld VHF
Marine Radio
Owner’s Handbook
Document number: 81230-3
Date: January 2005
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Contents
About this Handbook .............................................................................................7
Important Information .........................................................................................8
Chapter 1: General Information .......................................................................11
1.1 Introduction ......................................................................................... 11
1.2 Features ............................................................................................... 11
1.3 Licensing Requirements ....................................................................... 12
Chapter 2: Installation .......................................................................................13
2.1 Unpacking and Inspection .................................................................... 13
Equipment Supplied ............................................................................. 13
2.2 Attaching the Antenna ......................................................................... 13
2.3 Using the Belt Clip ................................................................................ 14
2.4 Attaching the Wrist Strap ..................................................................... 14
2.5 Battery Usage ...................................................................................... 14
Battery Tray .......................................................................................... 15
Charging Rechargeable Ni-MH Cells ................................................... 17
Charger LED ................................................................................... 18
Storage .......................................................................................... 19
Chapter 3: Getting Started ................................................................................21
3.1 Keypad and Rotary Knobs .................................................................... 21
Rotary Keys .................................................................................... 22
Push Keys ....................................................................................... 22
Description ........................................................................................... 22
1. PWR/VOL ................................................................................... 22
2. SQ .............................................................................................. 22
3. PTT ............................................................................................. 22
4. UP/DOWN .................................................................................. 23
5. Backlight / Keylock ..................................................................... 23
6. 16/PLUS ..................................................................................... 23
7. DW/TRI ....................................................................................... 23
8. Frequency Band (
9. SCAN / SAVE ............................................................................... 23
10. HI/LO / USER ............................................................................. 23
3.2 LCD Display .......................................................................................... 24
1. (TX) Transmitting .............................................................................. 24
2. (RX) Receiving .................................................................................. 24
3. (USER) Favourite Channel Mode ...................................................... 24
4. (SAVED) Memory Mode .................................................................... 25
5. (P) Priority Mode .............................................................................. 25
6. (SCAN) All Scan/Saved Scan/Priority Scan ........................................ 25
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7. (U I C) Channel Set ............................................................................ 25
8. (B) Receive-only Channel .................................................................. 25
9. (A) Simplex Channel ......................................................................... 25
10. Channel Number ............................................................................25
11. Battery Level ...................................................................................25
12. Keylock ........................................................................................... 26
13. Indicators ........................................................................................26
14. Signal Strength ...............................................................................26
Chapter 4: Operating the Radio ........................................................................27
4.1 Turning the Power ON and OFF .............................................................27
4.2 Setting the Volume ...............................................................................27
4.3 Setting the Squelch ............................................................................... 28
4.4 Setting the Power Output .....................................................................28
4.5 Setting the Channel ..............................................................................29
4.6 Selecting a Weather Channel (If Available) ...........................................29
Weather Alert Operation (If Available) ........................................... 30
4.7 Setting the Frequency Band ..................................................................30
4.8 Selecting Priority Mode ........................................................................31
4.9 Selecting the Favourite (PLUS) Channel ................................................32
Reprogramming the Favourite (PLUS) Channel ..................................... 32
4.10 Transmitting .........................................................................................33
4.11 Turning On the Backlight ......................................................................34
4.12 Turning On the Keylock ......................................................................... 34
4.13 Using the Scan Modes ..........................................................................35
All Scan ................................................................................................. 35
Saved (Memory) Scan ...........................................................................36
Priority All Scan ....................................................................................37
Priority Saved Scan ...............................................................................37
4.14 Adding Channels to Memory ................................................................ 38
4.15 Using the Monitor Modes .....................................................................39
Dual Watch ........................................................................................... 39
Tri Watch ...............................................................................................40
4.16 USER Channel Mode .............................................................................41
4.17 ATIS ID Number .................................................................................... 42
Programming the ATIS ID Number ........................................................42
4.18 Resetting Factory Defaults ....................................................................46
Chapter 5: Customer Service ............................................................................47
5.1 How to Contact Raymarine ...................................................................47
On the Internet .....................................................................................47
Customer Support ..........................................................................47
In Europe ..............................................................................................47
Technical Support ...........................................................................48
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Accessories and Parts ..................................................................... 48
Worldwide Support .............................................................................. 48
Appendix A: Specifications ..............................................................................49
Appendix B: Channel List .................................................................................51
International VHF Marine Radio Channels & Frequencies 51
European Private Channels and Frequencies ........................................ 54
U.S. VHF Marine Radio Channels and Frequencies ............................... 55
Canadian VHF Marine Radio Channels and Frequencies...................... 58
WX Channels (North America only) ...................................................... 63
Appendix C: Glossary ........................................................................................65
Index .............................................................................................67
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About this Handbook
Purpose
This handbook describes the Ray101E portable VHF marine radio. The Ray101E
provides communications on all International marine channels, pre-set private
channels, and (if programmed) all US and Canadian and marine channels.
Conventions Used
Throughout this handbook, the dedicated (labelled) keys are shown in bold
capitals (for example: SCAN/SAVE). The LCD indicators and functions are
shown in normal capitals (for example: TX).
➤ Operating procedures, which may consist of a single key-press or a sequence
of numbered steps, are indicated by an arrow icon shown in the margin.
Technical Accuracy
To the best of our knowledge, the information in this handbook was correct as it
went to press. However, our policy of continuous product improvement and
updating may change specifications without prior notice. As a result, unavoidable
differences between the product and handbook may occur from time to time.
Raymarine cannot accept liability for any inaccuracies or omissions it may
contain.
For the latest product information visit our website:
Warranty
To register your new Raymarine product, please take a few minutes to fill out the
warranty registration card found at the end of this handbook. It is very important
that you complete the owner information and return the card to the factory in
order to receive full warranty benefits.
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Important Information
Intended Use
The Ray101E is a VHF radiotelephone that is intended for general communication
within the Maritime Mobile Service worldwide and is for use on non-SOLAS
vessels.
Safety Warnings
CAUTION: Navigation Aid
Th i s u ni t i s o nly an ai d t o n a vi ga t io n. I ts ac c ur ac y ca n b e a ff e ct ed b y m an y f ac t or s,
including equipment failure or defects, environmental conditions, and improper
handling or use. It is the user’s responsibility to exercise common prudence and
navigational judgments. This radio should not be relied upon as a substitute for
such prudence and judgment.
CAUTION: Battery and Charger Use
• The battery charger is intended for use in 12 VDC systems only.
• Charge the batteries with the radio powered off for at least 24 hours before
using the radio for the first time or if the radio has not been used in several
months.
• Do not operate the radio in the charger when the battery tray is empty as this
may damage the radio.
• Do not transmit with the radio in the charger.
• Do not short terminals in charger base.
• Do not place charger in water.
• Do not use charger if power plug or cable is damaged.
• Do not charge batteries with + and – terminals reversed.
• Do not recharge batteries if physically deformed or leaking.
• Do not charge anything other than AA-size Ni-MH cells in charger.
• Do not mix Alkaline and Ni-MH cells.
• Do not solder cells directly into battery tray.
• Do not dispose of cells in fire.
• Do not dismantle cells.
• Replace all cells at the same time.
• Store cells in a cool, dry place.
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• Charge and discharge under ambient temperature mentioned in cell’s specifications.
• Using batteries in extreme conditions (extreme temperature, deep cycle,
extreme overcharge and over discharge, etc.) may affect their service life.
WARNING: Alkaline Battery Use
When Alkaline cells are used, do not place radio in Charger unless
Charge Switch on radio is set to ALKALINE. Charging Alkaline cells
may cause excessive heat and could result in cell leakage causing
damage or injury.
EMC Conformance
All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry
standards for use in the recreational marine environment. Their design and
manufacture conform to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
standards but correct installation and use is required to ensure that performance
is not compromised.
Raymarine is a registered trademark of Raymarine UK Limited.
© Raymarine UK Limited 2005
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Certificate No.
RT042
We Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park
declare, under our sole responsibility, that the products identified in this declaration, and to which this
declaration relates, are in conformity with the essential requirements of European Parliament and Council
Directive:
1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual
recognition of their conformity.
Product Name: Raymarine RAY 101E Handheld VHF Radio
Product Number(s): E43028
Product Option: UK power converter
Product Number: E46038
Product Option: European power converter
Product Number: E46041
The products have been assessed to Conformity Procedure Annex IV of the Directive and by application of all or
part of the following standard(s):
Non-Harmonised Standards(s): EN 60945, EN 301 178-1, EN 300 698-1,
The satisfactory assessment of the above, allows a presumption of Conformity to the following Harmonised
standards:
Harmonised Standard(s): EN 301 178-2, EN 300 698-2, EN 300 698-3
The assessment is consistent with a Technical Construction File showing conformity with the essential
requirements of the Directive and has been reviewed by Notified Body No. 0168
The RAY 101E is labelled with the CE conformity marking, the identification number of the Notified Body and
class identifier.
Signatory: Name Adil Abbas
Title International Compliance Manager
Company Name Raymarine Limited
Company Address Anchorage Park
Portsmouth
Hampshire
England P03 5TD
Portsmouth, Hampshire
England PO3 5TD
Signature _________________________
Date February 2004
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Chapter 1: General Information
1.1 Introduction
The Ray101E is a microprocessor-controlled,
portable transceiver that provides reliable
simplex (single frequency) and semi-duplex (two
frequency) communications. This handbook
describes the physical and functional
characteristics of the radio.
The Ray101E provides communications on all
International marine channels, pre-set private
channels, and (if programmed) all US and
Canadian and marine channels. Refer to the
Frequency Tables in Appendix B, which list all
marine VHF channels available in the radio. You
should familiarize yourself with these tables as
you are responsible for using the proper channels.
1.2 Features
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The Ray101E is designed and manufactured to
provide ease of operation with excellent
reliability. The Ray101E features:
• Waterproof construction to IPX-7 standard
• Saved-channels Scan and Priority Scan
• ATIS operation, if required
• Private Channels (if so licensed)
• Dual/Tri Watch Monitor Modes
• Dedicated Priority Mode Key
• Programmable favourite Channel key
• Ni-MH Batteries, AA-size (included)
• Ni-MH Quick Charger (included)
• 12VDC Cigarette Lighter Adapter (included)
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1.3 Licensing Requirements
Regulations in some areas require that you obtain an operator license before
operating VHF radio equipment. It is your responsibility to determine whether a
license is required in your area before operating this equipment.
Automatic Transmission Identification System
(ATIS)
If needed, your Ray101E can activate the Automatic Transmission Identification
System (ATIS) feature for use in the inland waterways of European countries that
require automatic identification transmission. An ATIS ID number is required to
operate the ATIS feature. Your ATIS number is derived from your vessel’s call sign.
Your authorized Raymarine dealer can assist you in decoding the number. You can
then program the ATIS number into your Ray101E using the operation described
in this handbook. If regulations in your area do not permit you to program the
ATIS number yourself, you can have your authorized Raymarine dealer program
the number for you.
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Chapter 2: Installation
2.1 Unpacking and Inspection
Use care when unpacking the unit from the shipping carton to prevent damage to
the contents. It is also good practice to save the carton and the interior packing
material in the event you must return the unit to the factory.
Equipment Supplied
The following is a list of materials supplied with the Ray101E:
Table 2-1: Supplied Components
Part Number Description
T43029
T43030
T43031
R49086 Antenna
R49088 Battery Tray
R49089 Ni-MH Quick Charger Base
R49092
R49097 Belt Clip
R49098 Wrist Strap
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— Batteries, (6) AA Ni-MH (1300mAh)
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Connect Cigarette Lighter Adapter to 12VDC system only. Connecting to other voltage
systems can damage the charger.
E43028 Ray101E
with E46038 UK (D type) Power Adapter
E43028 Ray101E
with E46039 AUS/NZ (C type) Power Adapter
E43028 Ray101E
with E46041 European (B type) Power Adapter
12VDC Cigarette Lighter Adapter
2.2 Attaching the Antenna
Rotate the antenna clockwise to securely fasten it to the threaded connector on
the top of the radio.
Do not operate the radio or press PTT without an antenna attached.
Note:
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2.3 Using the Belt Clip
➤ To attach the radio to the belt clip:
Slip the Ray101E onto the belt clip so that the adapter button on the rear of the
radio locks into the bottom of the slot on the belt clip.
➤ To remove the radio from the belt clip:
Rotate the radio 180° and pull up and away from the belt clip.
2.4 Attaching the Wrist Strap
1. Using the end of a paper clip, feed the narrow end of the strap through the
two mounting holes at the top of the radio behind the antenna.
2. Continue feeding the strap through the loop and pull tight.
2.5 Battery Usage
The Ray101E can be powered by the supplied six (6) Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH)
batteries or with six (6) regular AA alkaline cells (not supplied), using the supplied
Battery Tray.
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Battery Tray
➤ To open the Battery Tray and insert the battery cells:
1. Lift the fastener at the base of the unit and rotate counterclockwise ¼ turn to
the UNLOCK position.
2. While holding the Ray101E in one hand, use the other hand to push the battery tray downward and then away to separate it from the back of the radio.
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3. Lift up the tab located on the centre right side of the battery tray cover and
remove it from the battery tray.
4. Locate the Battery Type switch just below the battery compartment and turn
to the appropriate position: ALKALINE or Ni-MH.
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Battery Type Switch
(under battery cover)
5. Noting the proper orientation, install the AA cells in three rows of two batteries each.
6. Replace the battery tray cover.
WARNING: Alkaline Battery Use
When Alkaline cells are used, do not place radio in Charger unless
Charge Sw it ch o n radi o i s se t t o AL KA LIN E. Ch argi ng A lka lin e c el ls
may cause excessive heat and could result in cell leakage causing
damage or injury.
7. Slide the battery tray up into the rear of the radio and then downward until it
snaps into place.
8. Rotate the fastener at the base of the battery case clockwise ¼ turn to the
LOCK position.
Note:
The battery charger is intended for use in 12 VDC systems only.
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Charging Rechargeable Ni-MH Cells
The Ni-MH batteries must be charged with the radio
powered off for at least 24 hours be fore initial use. To
charge the batteries:
1. Insert the radio with the battery tray attached into
the Ni-MH charger unit.
2. Connect the AC wall adapter into a standard wall
outlet.
—or—
Connect the Cigarette Lighter Adapter into a
standard 12VDC Cigarette Lighter.
3. Insert the moulded plug into the connector on the
side of the battery charger.
The CHARGE indicator LED on the front of the
charger lights when it is receiving voltage from
the AC adapter.
CAUTION:
1. Make sure the switch just below the battery compartment is set to the Ni-MH position.
2. Do not operate radio in charger when battery tray
is empty. This may damage radio.
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3. Do not transmit with the radio in the charger as
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this may damage the radio.
Charge the batteries with the radio powered off for at least 24 hours before using
the radio for the first time or if the radio has not been used in several months.
Under normal use, you can charge the batteries while the radio is powered on.
With heavy usage, however, the radio should be powered off to maximize
charging efficiency. Normal use is defined as a duty cycle of 5% receive and 95%
standby time.
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Charger LED
The following describes status of the charger’s LED when it is receiving voltage
from the adapter:
LED Color Status
RED
• Batteries are charging (fast charge)
AMBER/
ORANGE
GREEN
• Input power is too low and the charger has turned off, or
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• Input power is too high and the charger has turned off.
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• Batteries are fully charged and the charger is maintaining a trickle
charge, or
• Battery tray is empty and unit is not charging, or
• Battery Type Switch is set to ALKALINE and unit is not charging, or
• Charger is in Standby Mode and is not charging
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If the charger LED turns AMBER/ORANGE, you should disconnect the charger and
investigate the reason for the overvoltage or undervoltage condition.
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To protect the batteries, the charger remains in Standby Mode (not charging) if the
batteries are too cold or too hot (hot to the touch). During this time, the unit does
not charge and the LED remains green.
Before initial use, apply power to the charger with the radio removed. Check the
status of the charger’s LED before inserting the radio:
• If the LED is green, the input voltage is OK. Insert the radio into the charger.
The LED should turn red, indicating that the batteries are being charged.
• If the LED is amber/orange, there is an undervoltage or overvoltage condition
in the boat’s power system. Disconnect the charger and investigate the reason
for the power problem before inserting the radio.
During initial charging or if charging when the radio has not been used in several
months, the LED may turn green prematurely (before the batteries are fully
recharged). Continue to charge the batteries for a full 24 hours even if the LED
turns green before this 24 hour period has expired.
If you suspect that the LED may have turned green prematurely, you can perform
a test by powering on the radio, switching to high power and holding the PTT
switch for 1 second. If the Battery Level indicator loses segments in the bar graph,
the batteries are not fully charged.
After the initial charge, it takes about 2 hours to recharge spent batteries and for
the LED to turn green.
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Note:
Purchase an additional battery tray and extra batteries so that you will always have
spare charged batteries available.
Storage
It is normal for any battery cell to lose charge even when it is not being used.
Before storing the radio for 6 months or more:
• Fully charge the batteries to help ensure that the cells do not experience a
deep discharge while they are in storage.
• Remove the Battery Tray from the radio and then remove the batteries from
the Battery Tray to help prevent internal current leakage that can result in corrosion.
• Store the batteries in a cool, dry place to further minimize current leakage.
After storage, multiple charge/recharge cycles may be required before maximum
capacity is restored.
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Chapter 3: Getting Started
3.1 Keypad and Rotary Knobs
Several of the keys on the front panel of the base station serve multiple purposes.
For the most part, the function indicated on the first line of the key is accessed by
pressing and releasing that key. The function indicated on the second line of the
key is accessed by pressing and holding the key for three seconds.
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