NASA SX 35 DSC - Manual (Page 41)

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INT 16 PRI. HI
vessel name
>ROUTINE
ACK RECEIVE
Acknowledge Received
• Press the PTT button on the microphone to silence the alert and begin
voice communication with the called vessel.
• The
END
key may be used to exit the DSC calling procedure at any
time prior to sending the call.
Manual Call
The manual call procedure is used to make a DSC call to a vessel or station
that is not listed in your calling directory. However, you must know the
MMSID for the vessel or station.
To make a manual DSC call:
• Press the
CALL
key. The DSC calling menu appears in the display.
• Use the SELECT knob to select the INDIVIDUAL topic on the menu.
INT LAST CALL
DIRECTORY
ALL SHIP'S
>INDIVIDUAL
DSC Manual Call
• Press the
CALL
key. The SET CH annel/ SET MMSID screen appears
in the display.
INT ≥SET CH
06 08 72 77
SET MMSID
Set Channel/Set MMSID
• Use the SELECT knob or microphone keys to select a working chan-
nel. Four channel numbers appear in the display as suggested channels
authorized for this type of call. Other channels may be used if autho-
rized in your area.