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Raymarine Ray260 User Manual

Raymarine Ray260
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BACKLIGHT
Allowsadjustment
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backlightlevel.
OFFtoHIGHin10increments.
CONTRAST
Allowsadjustment
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contrastlevel.
LOWtoHIGHin10increments.
KEYBEEPAllowsadjustment
ofthebeepheard
whenpressing
handsetbuttons.
QUIET
LOUD
OFF
BEARING
MODE
Allowsselectionof
bearingmode.
TRUE
MAGNETIC
SPEEDUNIT
Allowsselecting
ofpreferredspeed
units.
KNOTS
MPH
KPH
FOGFREQThefrequencyof
thefoghorncanbe
set.
50Hzto850Hzin50Hz
increments
LANGUAGE
Allowsselection
ofuserinterface
language.
ENGLISH
SPANISH
FRENCH
GERMAN
ITALIAN
SYSTEMTESTTheSystem
testfunction
performstestto
ensureequipment
isconnected
andwhere
applicablethe
radioisreceiving
appropriatedata.
GPS
Hailer
Battery
DSC
VERSION
NUMBER
Identiescurrent
hardwareand
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MMSIandATIS
IDnumbers.
VHFoperations
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Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Raymarine Ray260 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRaymarine
ModelRay260
CategoryMarine Radio
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1 Important Information

Safety Notices and Cautions

Provides critical safety warnings and precautions for product installation and operation, including power, handling, and general use.

Distress and Mayday Call Procedures

Step-by-step instructions for initiating DSC distress and Mayday calls in emergency situations.

Power Supply Protection and Grounding

Details on protecting the power supply with fuses and proper grounding methods.

Radio Use and Cleaning Guidelines

Recommendations for proper radio use, cleaning practices, and environmental considerations like water ingress.

Regulatory Compliance Statements

Covers FCC and Industry Canada compliance statements, interference, and licensing requirements.

MMSI and ATIS System Information

Explains MMSI requirements and ATIS functionality for inland waterways.

EMC Installation and Antenna Safety

Provides EMC installation guidelines and antenna mounting requirements for EME exposure.

Product Declarations and Warranty

Details the Declaration of Conformity, product disposal, and warranty registration process.

Scope and Technical Accuracy

Clarifies the equipment's intended use scope and Raymarine's policy on technical accuracy.

Chapter 2 Document and Product Information

Handbook Availability and Product Overview

Details applicable handbooks, product features, variants, and included components.

Ray260 and SeaTalkng Handbook Details

Lists specific handbooks for Ray260 and SeaTalkng systems, plus manual ordering information.

Speaker Types and Connections

Explains the differences between passive and active speakers and their connection methods.

Chapter 3 Planning the Installation

System Integration and Connectivity

Details how the Ray260 connects with other marine electronic devices, listing compatible units.

Typical System Configurations

Illustrates typical system setups for standalone and extended Ray260 configurations.

Installation Checklist and Schematic Diagram

Provides a step-by-step installation checklist and emphasizes the importance of schematic diagrams.

System Protocols and Supplied Parts

Explains data protocols (SeaTalkng, NMEA) and lists all parts included in the Ray260 package.

Chapter 4 Cables and Connections

General Cabling Guidance and Overview

Provides guidance on cable types, routing, strain relief, isolation, shielding, and blanking plugs.

Power Connection and Protection

Details the power connection process, including breaker protection, grounding, and fuses.

NMEA 0183 and Loud Hailer Connections

Explains how to connect NMEA 0183 devices and a loud hailer to the base station.

Handset, Speaker, and SeaTalkng Connections

Guides on connecting handsets, passive speakers, active speakers, and SeaTalkng devices.

Chapter 5 Location and Mounting

General Location Requirements and Safety

Considers factors like power, antenna EME, compass distance, ventilation, and electrical interference.

Dimension Specifications for Components

Provides detailed dimensions for the base station, handset, and speakers for mounting.

Mounting Procedures for Base Station and Speakers

Step-by-step instructions for securely mounting the base station and flush mounting speakers.

Handset Mounting and Panel Pass-Through

Details for mounting the handset clip and using panel pass-through plates.

Chapter 6 Getting Started

Handset Controls and Basic Operation

Explains handset controls, powering the radio on/off, and the DISTRESS button.

Display Information and Status Indicators

Describes LCD overview, icons, channel information, and DSC call screen.

MMSI and ATIS ID Entry Procedures

Guides on programming the MMSI number and entering the ATIS ID.

Connection, Regional, and GPS Setup

Covers selecting NMEA/SeaTalkng, regional programming, and GPS setup.

Display Adjustments and Transmit Power

Details adjusting LCD backlight/contrast and changing transmit power.

GPS Information and Handset Priority

Explains GPS display settings, manual entry, time format, and handset station priority.

Chapter 7 Digital Selective Calling (DSC)

DSC System Overview and Call Types

Introduces DSC, GMDSS, and the categories of DSC calls: Distress, Urgency, Safety, Routine.

Distress Call Procedures and Safety

Details making distress calls, Mayday, cancelling calls, and receiving/acknowledging distress.

Urgency and Safety Call Operations

Explains making and receiving urgency (PAN PAN) and safety (SECURITE) calls.

Routine, Group, and Position Calls

Guides on making routine, group, and position requests/tracking calls.

Test Calls, Voice Mail, and Call Logs

Covers test calls, voice mail features, and accessing received call logs.

Phonebook and Group List Management

Details adding, editing, and deleting contacts in the phonebook and group list.

DSC Options Configuration

Explains how to access and configure DSC options like auto channel change and reply settings.

Chapter 8 VHF Operations

Scan and Watch Mode Operations

Guides on using scan modes and watch modes (dual/tri watch) for channel monitoring.

Priority and Favorite Channel Management

Explains priority channels, switching between them, and managing favorite channels.

Sensitivity and Private Channel Settings

Details switching receiver sensitivity modes and selecting private channels.

ATIS and Marcom-C Mode Functions

Describes ATIS system, regulations, and Marcom-C mode features and limitations.

AIS and Voice Recorder Features

Explains switching AIS on/off and using the voice recorder for transmissions.

System Configuration Options

Lists system configuration settings like backlight, contrast, language, and system tests.

Chapter 9 Hailer, Fog Horn, and Intercom

Hailer Functionality and Operation

Explains the hailer function, its use, and volume adjustment.

Fog Horn Modes and Volume Control

Details fog horn modes (manual/auto), usage, and volume adjustment.

Handset Intercom System Usage

Explains initiating and responding to intercom calls between connected handsets.

Chapter 10 Maintenance

General Maintenance and Routine Checks

States no user serviceable parts and outlines routine checks for cables and connectors.

Cleaning Procedures and Instructions

Provides best cleaning practices and step-by-step instructions for cleaning the unit.

Chapter 11 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Overview and Guidance

Provides an overview of troubleshooting information for common marine electronics problems.

VHF Radio Specific Troubleshooting

Lists common VHF radio problems, their causes, and solutions for power, DSC, and GPS issues.

Chapter 12 Technical Support

Raymarine Customer Support Channels

Details how to contact Raymarine support via website, phone, and email, plus required product information.

Chapter 13 Technical Specification

Environmental, Power, and Conformance Specs

Details environmental specs, power, conformance standards, and radio usage countries.

Transmitter and Receiver Specifications

Provides detailed specifications for the transmitter and receiver functions.

Chapter 14 Spares and Accessories

Ray260 Spares and Accessories List

Lists available spare parts and accessories for the Ray260 VHF radio.

SeaTalkng Cables and Accessories List

Details SeaTalkng cables and accessories for use with compatible products.

Appendix A NMEA 0183 Sentences

Supported NMEA 0183 Sentence Types

Lists the NMEA 0183 sentences supported by the Ray260 for receive and transmit.

Appendix B NMEA 2000 Sentences

Supported NMEA 2000 Sentence Types

Lists the NMEA 2000 sentences supported by the Ray260 for receive and transmit.

Appendix C VHF Channels

US Marine VHF Channels and Frequencies

Provides a detailed list of US marine VHF channels, frequencies, and their uses.

Canadian Marine VHF Channels and Frequencies

Provides a list of Canadian marine VHF channels, frequencies, and their uses.

International Marine VHF Channels and Frequencies

Lists International marine VHF channels and their frequencies.

Private and Weather Channels

Lists private channels for Europe and WX channels for North America.

Appendix D Phonetic Alphabet

International Phonetic Alphabet Table

Presents the international phonetic alphabet for clear communication of letters and words.

Appendix E Prowords

Radio Communication Proword Definitions

Defines prowords used to simplify and speed up radio communications.

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