Si-tex Mariner User's Manual

MARINER

Marine VHF Radio Telephone

Operation Manual

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INTRODUCTION

This instruction manual provides information necessary for proper operation of
your MARINER VHF/FM radiotelephone. To avoid problems and obtain the best
results, please read this instruction manual carefully before operating the unit.

You should become familiar with the FCC rules and regulations regarding the
proper operating procedures, channels assigned for your type of operation,
and restrictions that apply to the use of United States Channels.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

The warranty certificate provided with this unit outlines the limited warranty
provisions.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

This space is provided to record a description of your VHF/FM radiotelephone
equipment. Enter the information for a permanent record.

Manufacturer: SI-TEX Marine Electronics, Inc.

Description: VHF/FM Radiotelephone

Model Number: MARINER (FCC T.A. Model No. SR2001)

Serial Number:

Date of Purchase:

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SPECIFICATIONS

TRANSMITTER

Channels 54
Frequency Range 156.050 to 157.425 MHz
Frequency Stability 0.001%
Channel Spacing 25 kHz
Temperature Range -25º C to +50º C
Antenna Impedance 50 ohms
Spurious & Harmonics Emission -60 dB
Transmit Power Low 1W/High 25W
Modulation 16F3
Power Requirements 12V DC, Negative Ground
Current Drain Low Power: 1.5 amps
High Power: 6 amps
Microphone Type Dynamic

RECEIVER

Channels 84
Frequency Range 156.050 to 163.275 MHz
Sensitivity 0.25uV at 12 dB SINAD
Squelch Sensitivity Threshold 0.35 uV
Tight 1.0 uV
Spurious & Image Rejection -60 dB
Intermodulation Rejection -60 dB
Audio Ouput 2.5 Watts into 8 ohms
(10% distortion)
Receiver Current 1.0 amps at 12V DC
Weight 1.75 lbs.
Dimensions 2.12”H x 5.4”W x 4.39”

Specifications subject to change without notice.

THIS MARINE VHF/FM RADIOTELEPHONE IS FCC TYPE ACCEPTED FOR
MARINE/MOBILE USE UNDER PART 80. FOR VOLUNTARILY FITTED
VESSELS. NO LICENSED TECHNICIAN REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION
PROVIDING PRE-TUNING IS NOT CHANGED.

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This unit is an all solid state VHF/FM marine radiotelephone. It contains 54
transmit channels and 84 receive channels which include 8 U.S. weather channels
and 2 Canadian weather channels. These channels are designated for marine
VHF/FM operations in United States territorial waters.

This unit is completely factory calibrated and does not require the services of a
licensed technician for installation.

Front panel indicators display each mode of operation on the highly visible liquid
crystal display (LCD).

This unit is rugged and reliable. With normal care and protection it will provide
many years of dependable operation.

FRONT PANEL AND CONTROLS

1. ON-OFF/VOLUME CONTROL
Applies power to the unit and adjusts desired level of sound.

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2. SQUELCH CONTROL
Turn the Squelch Control clockwise until the background noise is not
present. When a signal is received it will be clear of background noise.

3. PROGRAM KEY PAD

Use to select desired channel and mode selectors.

4. WATERPROOF MYLAR SPEAKER

Located on the front of the radio.

5. MICROPHONE

Dynamic with PTT “Push to Talk” switch.

6. LCD CHANNEL/FUNCTION DISPLAY
Shows channel number, power level, scan M (memory scan), Wx and Tx
mode.

REAR PANEL CONNECTORS