Using Digital Selective Calling (DSC) Features
Getting an MMSI number
In order to use DSC features, you must be assigned an MMSI number and
program that number into your radio. There are two kinds of MMSI numbers:
individual numbers for use by single boats and group numbers for use by
fleets, boating organizations, event coordinators, etc.
You can get more information on MMSI numbers at these resources:
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The dealer where you purchased the radio
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Recreational boaters can obtain an MMSI number from the Boat
Owner's Association of the U.S. (http://www.boatus.com/mmsi/ or
call 800-536-1536) or Sea Tow Services International (http://www.
seatow.com/boatingsafety/mmsiinfo.htm)
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Commercial boaters need a ship station license to get an MMSI
number. For more information, visit the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) website at http://wireless.fcc.gov/marine/
fctsht14.html.
Entering MMSI numbers
Individual or user MMSI number
Follow the steps below to enter your individual or user MMSI number into the
radio:
NOTE: Be sure you have the correct User MMSI number before entering it in
the radio. The radio only allows you to enter the user MMSI twice. If you need
to enter the User MMSI number for the third time, contact customer service
(see back page for contact information).
MENU
1.
Display the menu and choose the Setup sub-menu.
2.
Select User MMSI. If an MMSI number was entered previously, the
screen displays it.
Setup
User MMSI
SELECT
SELECT
E-26
User MMSI
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Use the up and down
arrows to adjust each of
the nine digits in turn.
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