Furuno FM-8800S Telephone User Manual


 
MARINE VHF RADIOTELEPHONE
Models FM-8800S
(Semi-duplex)
FM-8800D
(Full-duplex)
with a built-in Class A DSC and CH70 Watch Receiver
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FURUNO DEEPSEA WORLD
Simplex/Semi-duplex/Full-duplex, 25-Watt
Fully meets ITU, IEC, ETSI, IMO for
GMDSS and other national standards
Compact all-in-one unit design includes
a 25-Watt radiotelephone, Class A DSC
modem and CH70 watch receiver
Superb voice quality by employing
the lower-noise-designed speaker
Dual/multiple watch on selected
channels while monitoring CH16
Quick access to CH16 key
Automatic entry of own
ship position and time
from a GPS navigator
Easy channel readout
with large characters
ATIS mode available for European inland
waterways
Connects to an office or home via an
existing PSTN (Public Switched
Telephone Network)
Simple interface with a printer and VDR
(No need for a dedicated Junction Box)
The FURUNO FM-8800S/8800D are high quality, all-in-one
marine VHF radiotelephones designed to comply with the
GMDSS carriage requirements for safety and general
communications. All the necessary functions such as a 25 W
VHF radiotelephone, a Class A DSC modem and a CH 70
Watch Receiver are incorporated into the compact transceiver
unit.
The FM-8800S offers simplex/semi-duplex, the FM-8800D
offers simplex/full-duplex voice communications with superb
voice quality. For easy readout of a selected channel,
the silver-bright LCD on the front panel indicating the channel
numbers with large, easy-to-read characters.
The dedicated rotary control and numeric keys make selecting
channels easy. Other standard features are instant access to
CH 16, telephone call via a PSTN, Dual Watch and Multiple
Watch functions, which allow watch on CH 16 and other
selected channels.
Full Class A DSC functions are provided for distress alert
transmission and reception, as well as the general DSC
communications including Individual Telephone, All Ships,
Group and Area Call. The FM-8800S/8800D maintain a
continual watch on CH 70 even while you are using another
VHF channel. Upon receiving an incoming DSC message,
the FM-8800S/8800D give audible and visual alarms.
ATIS (Automatic Transmitter Identification System) is standard
for use in European inland waterways. It automatically
transmits the ID number when a communication is over or
every 5 min while in communication. The ATIS mode and
DSC mode are selectable through the menu.
Both units have two types of handsets: a compact hand MIC
and a stylish handset. Up to four handsets can be additionally
connected via an optional junction box . Each handset also
functions as an intercom for onboard communication.
The compact transceiver unit allows a flexible and space-
saving installation on a navigation console or the conning
position. Flush mount installation is also available.
Catalogue No. V-031
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MARCA REGISTRADA
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