Standard Horizon HX-870 - Manual (Page 35)

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8.13 OPERATION MENU
The HX870 provides advanced features below, via the “MENU”
screen displayed by pressing the MENU key on the front panel.
DSC CALL
The following seven types of DSC (Digital Selective Calling) are available:
Individual, Group, All Ships, Position Request, Position Report, Polling, and
Auto Position Polling.
This menu also provides convenient functions for DSC as below.

Sets the nature of Distress Call (DIST ALERT MSG)
 Review previously received DSC calls (DSC LOG)
 Transmits a test call (DSC TEST)
 Test the transceiver (DSC LOOP BACK)
GM
The GM (Group Monitor) feature performs group polling and position display
of the group members at the same time.
GPS
Your current location, course, and speed can be displayed in a numerical or
compass style. You can also check the position and signal strength of captured
GPS satellites.
NAVI
You can start navigation to a memorized or temporarily input waypoint.
MMSI/POS INFO
Input your MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity) before you use DSC.
SETUP
This menu allows certain aspects of your transceiver’s configuration to be
customized for your personal operating conditions.