RS100/RS100-B V100/V100-B: User Manual

RS100/RS100-B
V100/V100-B
USER MANUAL
ENGLISH
RS100/RS100-B
V100/V100-B
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Preface
Disclaimer
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right to make changes to the product at any time which may not be
reflected in this version of the manual. Please contact your nearest
distributor if you require any further assistance.
It is the owner’s sole responsibility to install and use the equipment
in a manner that is legal and will not cause accidents, personal injury
or property damage. The user of this product is solely responsible for
observing safe boating practices.
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AFFILIATES DISCLAIM ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT
IN A WAY THAT MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS, DAMAGE OR THAT MAY
VIOLATE THE LAW.
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right to make changes to specifications without notice.
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About this manual
This manual is a reference guide for installing and operating the
RS100, RS100-B, V100, V100-B Blackbox VHF radio systems. Important
text that requires special attention from the reader is emphasized as
follows:
¼ Note: Used to draw the reader’s attention to a comment or some
important information.
⚠Warning: Used when it is necessary to warn personnel that they

should proceed carefully to prevent risk of injury and/or damage
to equipment/personnel.
Blackbox VHF radio system

This manual covers the following products and components:
SIMRAD® RS100 Blackbox VHF Radio System

• NRS-1 Marine VHF Radio Processor
• HS100 Wired Handset SIMRAD®
• SP100 Wired Speaker
SIMRAD® RS100-B Blackbox VHF & AIS Radio System

• NRS-2 Marine VHF Radio & AIS Class-B Processor
• HS100 Wired Handset SIMRAD®
B&G® V100 Blackbox VHF Radio System

• NRS-1 Marine VHF Radio Processor
• H100 Wired Handset B&G®
B&G® V100-B Blackbox VHF + AIS Radio System

• NRS-2 Marine VHF Radio & AIS Class-B Processor
• H100 Wired Handset B&G®
Optional components
Wireless Handset SIMRAD® (HS40)
Wireless Handset B&G® (H60)
Wireless Antenna Extension cable, 6 meters (CW100-6)
Handset Cable, 20 meters (CH100-20)
Handset Extension cable, 10 meters
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Licensing information
• The user is advised to check the radio operating licensing
requirements of their country before using this VHF radio. The
operator is solely responsible for observing proper radio installation
and usage practices.
• In some regions/countries, a Radio Operator’s license is required
and it is the user’s responsibility to determine whether such a
license is required before operating the radio.
• The frequencies used by this radio are reserved for Maritime use
only and those frequencies must be included on the user’s Radio
Operator’s license.
• A valid USER MMSI number must be entered into this radio before
DSC functions can be used. You must apply for an MMSI number
which is usually obtained from the same authority that issues
the Radio Operator’s license. Contact the appropriate licensing
authority in your country. If you’re unsure who to contact, consult
your Simrad® or B&G® dealers.
• A valid ATIS ID number must be entered into this radio before ATIS
functions can be used. An ATIS ID number is issued by Ofcom
when you add one or more pieces of ATIS equipment to your Ship
Radio License.
Important information
• This VHF Blackbox radio system is designed to generate a digital
maritime distress call to facilitate search and rescue. To be effective
as a safety device, this radio must be used only within the
geographic range of a shore-based VHF marine Channel 70 distress
and safety watch system. The geographic range may vary but
under normal conditions is approximately 20 nautical miles.
• This radio can be configured to operate in the user’s region and
country of operation. The user must select the region and country
of operation during the initial setup of the radio. Refer to “Country
settings table” on page 117 for details of supported Region and
Countries.
• The radio’s region and country setting can be changed at any
time from the Reset menu. Refer to “Reset” on page 48 for more
details.

Regulatory compliance statements
European Union
Navico declare under our sole responsibility that the RS100, RS100-B,
V100, V100-B and HS40, H60 Wireless Handset conforms with the
requirements of Directive 2014/53/EU (RED).
HS100, H100 Wired Handset complies with CE under EMC Directive
2014/30/EU
The relevant Declaration of conformity is available in the product’s
section at the following website: www.navico-commercial.com
EU RF exposure compliance notice for fixed mount VHF

To be protected against all verified adverse effects, the separation
distance of at least 2.1 m must be maintained between the antenna of
the radio having max. 6 dBi antenna and all persons.
Countries of intended use in the EU

AUT - Austria BEL - Belgium BGR - Bulgaria CHE -
Switzerland
CYP - Cyprus CZE - Czech DEU - Germany DNK - Denmark
Republic
EST - Estonia ESP - Spain FIN - Finland FRA - France
GRC - Greece HRV - Croatia HUN - Hungary IRL - Ireland
ISL - Iceland ITA - Italy LIE - LTU - Lithuania
Liechtenstein
LUX - LVA - Latvia MDA - MLT - Malta
Luxembourg Moldovia
NLD - NOR - Norway POL - Poland PRT - Portugal
Netherlands
ROU - Romania SKK - SRB - Serbia SWE - Sweden
Slovak Republic
SVN - Slovenia TUR - Turkey
United Kingdom
Hereby, Navico declares that the radio equipment types RS100, RS100-
B, V100 and V100-B and HS40, H60 Wireless Handset are in compliance
with Radio Equipment Regulations 2017.
HS100, H100 Wired Handset complies with UKCA under The Electro-
magnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016
The full text of the UK declaration of conformity is available at the
following internet address: www.simrad-yachting.com and www.
bandg.com
United States
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
⚠Warning: The user is cautioned that any changes or

modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
RF emissions notice
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set
forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device’s antenna must
be installed in accordance with provided instructions; and it must be
operated with minimum 2.1 m spacing between the antennas and all
person’s body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist and feet) during
operation. Further, this transmitter must not be co-located or operated
in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
¼ Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that of the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help.

RF exposure compliance statement for wireless handset
(HS40, H60)
This device was tested for typical body-worn operations. To comply
with RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 0
mm must be maintained between the user’s body and the handset,
including the antenna.
FCC Part 18 compliance statement for cradle charger

(BC-12)
This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules.
⚠Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved

by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the product.
¼ Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a wireless power transfer, pursuant to Part 18 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy,
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that of the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help.
FCC RF Exposure compliance for cradle charger (BC-12)

This device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for
an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be co-located
or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Canada
This device complies with CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) and contains
license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation,
Science and Economic Development Canada’s license- exempt RSS(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause interference.
• This device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.
L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le
présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Innovation, Sciences et
Développement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions
suivantes:
• L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage.
• L’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi,
même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le
fonctionnement.
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

(ISED)
This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits
set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not
be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 2.1 m between the radiator and your body.
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux radiations
IC CNR-102 établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet
émetteur ne doit pas être situé ou fonctionner conjointement avec
une autre antenne ou un autre émetteur. Cet équipement doit
être installé et utilisé avec une distance minimale de 2.1 m entre le
radiateur et votre corps.
Under Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna
of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter
by ISED Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users,
the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent
isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for
successful communication.
Conformément à la réglementation d’Innovation, Sciences et
Développement Économique Canada (ISDE), le présent émetteur
radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d’un type et d’un gain
maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l’émetteur par ISDE Canada.
Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à
l’intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d’antenne et
son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée quivalente
(p.i.r.e.) ne dépassepas l’intensité nécessaire à l’établissement d’une
communication satisfaisante.

This radio transmitter has been approved by Science and Economic
Development Canada (ISED) to operate with the antenna types
listed in the Specifications section in this manual, with the maximum
permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna
type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain
greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly
prohibited for use with this device.
Le présent émetteur radio a été approuvé par Innovation, Sciences et
Développement Économique Canada pour fonctionner avec les types
d’antenne énumérés ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal
et l’impédance requise pour chaque type d’antenne. Les types
d’antenne non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est supérieur au
gain maximal indiqué, sont strictement interdits pour l’exploitation de
l’émetteur.
IC RF Exposure compliance for wireless handset and

cradle charger (BC-12)
This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits
set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not
be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux radiations
IC CNR-102 établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet
émetteur ne doitpas être situé ou fonctionner conjointement avec
une autre antenne ou un autre émetteur.
Australia & New Zealand

Complies with the requirements of level 2 devices of the Radio
communications (Electromagnetic Compatibility) standard 2017,
Radiocommunications (VHF Radiotelephone Equipment – Maritime
Mobile Service) Standard 2018, and Radiocommunications (Short
Range Devices) Standard 2014.
Trademarks
B&G® is a registered trademark of Navico Holding AS.
SIMRAD® is a registered trademark of Kongsberg Maritime AS,
Licensed to Navico Holding AS.
NMEA®, NMEA 0183® and NMEA 2000® are registered trademarks of
the National Marine Electronics Association.
®Reg. U.S. Pat. & Tm. Off, and ™ common law marks.
Visit www.navico.com/intellectual-property to review the global
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trademark rights and accreditations for Navico Holding AS and other
entities..
DSC (Digital Selective Calling)

Digital Selective Calling offers significant safety and convenience
advantages over older VHF radios without this functionality.
• A valid USER MMSI must be entered into this radio before DSC
functions can be used.
• Many countries do not have radio repeaters that support DSC
message relaying. However DSC can still be useful for direct ship-
to- ship communication, where the other vessel is also equipped
with a DSC capable radio.
• DSC distress calls generated by this radio are limited to the same
range restrictions that apply to regular VHF transmissions. The
vessel sending a distress can only rely upon DSC if within range
of a GMDSS Coast Radio Station. Typical VHF range may be about
20NM, though this varies greatly depending upon installation,
antenna type, meteorological conditions, etc.
ATIS (Automatic Transmitter Identification

System)
• ATIS is required for vessels making VHF transmissions whilst on the
inland waterways of the Regional Arrangement Concerning the
Radiotelephone Service on Inland Waterways (RAINWAT) signatory
countries.
• RAINWAT is an agreement to implement common principles
and rules for the safe carriage of people and goods on Inland
Waterways.
• The signatory countries are: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, the
Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Luxembourg, Moldova,
Montenegro, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Serbia, the Slovak
Republic and Switzerland.
• Where a VHF is required on the inland waterways of the signatory
countries, this must be capable of ATIS transmissions, and have the
feature activated.
• The use of ATIS is prohibited outside the European inland
waterways covered by the Basel Agreement.
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MMSI and ATIS ID
The user MMSI (Marine Mobile Service Identity) is a unique nine digit
number. It is used on marine transceivers that are capable of using
DSC (Digital Selective Calling).
• An MMSI remains with a vessel, even if the vessel is sold on.
• Your vessel MMSI must be assigned to you by an approved
authority. It is illegal to use a self-assigned (made up) MMSI
number.
• A Group Call ID begins with ‘0’ followed by 8 numeric digits
(0xxxxxxxx).
• A Coast Station MMSI begins with 00 followed by 7 numeric digits
(00xxxxxxx).
• By law, you are not able to change your MMSI once it is entered
into the radio. This is why there is a confirmation screen when
entering the MMSI. If you need to have the MMSI in the radio
changed, the radio must be taken back to your Simrad® or B&G®
dealer.
• An ATIS ID is only required in certain EU countries when navigating
some inland waterways. It is usually a different number to your
MMSI. Your ATIS ID must be assigned to you by an approved
authority.
AIS CLASS-B Safety Warning (NRS-2 only)

⚠Warning: The AIS transceiver in the NRS-2 Blackbox is an aid
to navigation and must not be relied upon to provide accurate
navigation information. AIS is not a replacement for vigilant
human lookouts and other navigation aids such as RADAR.
Also, take note that not all vessels will have an AIS transceiver
turned on, or installed. The performance of the transceiver may
be seriously impaired if not installed as instructed in the user
manual, or due to other factors such as weather and or nearby
transmitting devices.
Important information for US customers

There are specific laws in the USA regarding the configuration of AIS
class B transceivers. If you are a US resident and intend to use your
AIS class B transceiver in US waters, you should make sure that your
retailer has configured your product prior to supplying it to you. If
your AIS transceiver has not been pre-configured, please contact your
dealer for details of how to have it configured.
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Contents
16 Getting started
17 How to display and navigate menus
19 LCD functions
20 Keypad functions
23 Wired Handset Numeric Keys
25 Radio menus
25 Menu tree
27 Scan
28 Watch
29 Voice recorder
29 Display
31 Radio setup
36 DSC/ATIS setup
38 AIS setup
41 Alarms
43 Handsets
45 Using the wireless handset
46 Diagnostics
48 Reset
49 DSC call menu

49 DSC Calls
52 Track buddy
53 Contacts
53 Call logs
55 AIS menu (NRS-2 only)

55 About AIS
55 AIS receiver function
55 AIS transmitter function
56 AIS information and display
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59 Fog Horn, Intercom, and Hailer
59 Using the FOG Horn
60 Using the INTERCOM (IC)
60 Using the HAILER
60 Using ANNOUNCE
61 My channels
62 Shortcuts
62 Add/Edit Shortcuts
63 MOB and NAV functions

63 Man Over Board (MOB)
64 Navigation Function (NAV)
65 Installation
65 What’s in the box
67 Mounting guidelines
67 Mounting the Blackbox
69 Mounting the CR100 fixed handset cradle
70 Mounting the handset cable connector
70 Mounting the BC-12 wireless handset cradle
71 Mounting the Speaker
74 Mounting the GPS-500 antenna
75 Wiring guidelines
76 Blackbox connector details
81 Remote mounting the wireless antenna - ST method (optional)
82 Remote mounting the wireless antenna - RA method (optional)
83 Wiring diagram
84 First time startup configuration
86 VHF Radio Help and

Troubleshooting Guide
86 Software updates
86 Factory Reset
86 System Diagnostics screens
86 My VHF shortcut
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87 Power LED
87 AIS LED (NRS-2 only)
87 AIS Pop-up warning messages (NRS-2 only)
88 Troubleshooting
93 RS100/B, V100/B Specifications

93 System features
93 Technical
95 VHF Transceiver
95 VHF Transmitter
95 VHF Receiver
96 AIS (Class-B) (NRS-2 only)
96 Built-in GPS Receiver
96 Wireless specifications
97 HS100 / H100 - Fixed handset
97 HS40 / H60 - Wireless handset
97 Handset cradle charger (BC-12)
98 Channel charts
98 EU and International channel chart
114 Dimensional drawings

114 NRS-1 and NRS-2 Blackbox
114 HS100 and H100 Fixed Handset
115 SP100 Speaker
115 Handset Cradle (CR100) / Charger (BC-12)
116 HS40 / H60 Wireless Handset
117 Appendix
117 Country settings table
119 NMEA 2000® compliant PGN list
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1 Getting started
The RS100 / V100 system provides the following features:
• Up to 4 wired alphanumeric handset stations
• Up to 4 wireless handsets (HS40/H60)
• 4 configurable 4 W wired speaker outputs
• Built-in GPS processor for connection with an external GPS antenna
• Audio Playback function
• Intercom, Fog Horn, and Hailer functions
• Man Over Board (MOB) function
• Navigation (NAV) function
• TRI key to select DUAL/TRI scan
• Dedicated Wx (Weather) key
• Favorite channels list to build your list of commonly used channels
• Shortcuts list to build your list of commonly used radio features
• Access to all currently-available marine VHF channel banks (USA,
Canada, International) including weather channels where available
(country mode dependent)
• Dedicated CH16/9 key for quick access to the priority (international
distress) channel
• DSC (Digital Selective Calling) capability that meets Global DSC
Class D Standards
• DISTRESS call key to automatically transmit the MMSI and position
• ATIS facility for inland waterways (EU country mode)
• With DSC Auto-Switch disable and DSC Test function
• Contacts list that stores up to 50 contacts with MMSI numbers
• Contacts list that stores up to 20 groups with MMSI numbers
• Group Call and All Ships Call facility
• Specific Area Message Encoding (SAME) (US country mode)
• Weather alert facility where available (US country mode)
• Prominent channel display
• Adjustable contrast and brightness settings for the LCD
• Inverting backlight for night-time use
• Choice of High (25 W) or Low (1 W) transmission power
• GPS latitude and longitude (LL) and time display (with valid GPS
source)
The RS100-B / V100-B provides the following additional

features:
• AIS dual channel receiver to receive and display AIS targets
• AIS Class-B Transmitter to transmit your vessels position and details
- requires additional VHF antenna to be installed.
• Other System features listed in the “RS100/B, V100/B Specifications”
on page 93.
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How to display and navigate menus
A Split screen display: Main Menu - select an option from the Menu
to setup or modify settings.
B Split screen display: Channel region - displays the radio frequency
information.
C Scroll bar indicates additional options above or below displayed
Menu text.
D Current menu item selected is highlighted.
E Arrow indicates additional sub-menu items for the menu option.
¼ Note: Press the X/POWER key to step backwards to the previous
menu page, or exit the menus completely. Press the OK/HL key
to make selections in the menu.
Entry of alphanumeric data

Press the and keys to scroll through the alphanumeric
characters, or use the keypad on the wired handset to enter text (i.e,
press the 5 key 2 times to enter the letter K).
Press the OK/HL key, to select and step to the next character.
Press the DSC/MENU key to step backwards.
Press the X/POWER key to cancel entry and return to previous menu.
LCD symbols and meanings

When the system starts up, a splash screen momentarily displays the
brand, model, country mode, software version, and MMSI.
During normal operation, the following icons may be displayed on the

screen depending on setup:
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Symbols Descriptions
Radio is transmitting
Receiver busy with incoming signal
Low Transmit power selected (1W)
High Transmit power selected (25W)
Current channel is Duplex (Simplex when OFF)
Current channel is receive only
Local mode enabled (used when in areas of high radio traffic,
i.e. inner harbor)
Channel is saved as a favorite
Channel will be skipped during a scan
Weather channel stored by user (EU & INT country modes
only)
Channel bank is set to USA
Channel bank is set to International. (Channels available
depends on selected country mode)
Channel bank is set to Canada
ATIS functionality is enabled (EU country mode only - must
be enabled when in European inland waterways)
DSC functionality is enabled
DSC functionality is enabled, auto switch is turned OFF
AIS function is enabled - Receive only mode (NRS-2 only)
AIS Class-B function is enabled – Transmit and Receive mode
(NRS-2 only)
AIS Class-B Silent Switch mode is active – AIS transmissions
are disabled (NRS-2 only)
Internal GPS is enabled, with valid 3D fix
Internal GPS is enabled, no fix
External GPS is enabled, with valid 3D fix
External GPS is enabled, no fix
Weather alert enabled (USA/CAN only)
Missed DSC call
Low Battery (vessel) warning (activates at 10.5 V)
Battery level (wireless handset)
Track your Buddy feature is active
TRI watch or DUAL scan is active
GPS simulator is active

LCD functions
A Radio is Transmitting (TX) mode. Will change to BUSY when

receiving
B Missed call in the DSC call log
C Channel is set to high power transmit
D Low vessel voltage alert
E Weather alert function is enabled (USA models)
F Sensitivity mode is set to LOCAL
G AIS receiver is enabled (NRS-2 only)
H Internal GPS is enabled, with 3D fix
I DSC functionality is enabled, but auto-switch is OFF
J The USA channel bank is active
K MOB waypoint is active
L Current channel saved in ‘My Channels’
M Channel number (2 or 4 digits)
N Channel name
O Current channel will be skipped during a scan
P Squelch level indicator (greyed out means control is not active)
Q Longitude
R Latitude
S GPS Manual mode is active
T Current channel is a Duplex channel
U Current channel is set as the Weather channel (use Wx key to
select)
V Time (derived from GPS)
W UTC offset is applied
X Volume is under active control (solid black indicates control is
active)
Y Current channel is set as the Watch channel (use TRI key to select)
Z Volume level indicator
AA Track your buddy is enabled
AB Handset ID and Name
Keypad functions
B
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16/9
C
D AIS
IC
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OK
J
SCAN TRI
P
H/L
M
K DSC
MENU
H VOL-SQL
F
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X 4GHI 5JKL 6MNO Z
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AA 7PQRS 8TUV 9WXYZ AC
AB
Q 0 R
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A Distress
A Distress call is broadcast to all DSC equipped radios, so will create
an alarm on every DSC radio within range. If position information is
available it will be included in the transmission.
Short press to commence a distress call. Nature of the distress can be
selected from the list.
Long press to initiate an immediate ‘undesignated’ distress call.
B 16 / 9
Short press to change to the priority channel CH16. Press again to
return to original channel.
Long press to make Channel 09 the priority channel (US/CAN country
mode only)
C X / POWER
Short press in menu mode to EXIT when navigating menus, to clear
incorrect entries, to exit from a menu without saving changes, and to
back up to the previous screen.
Short press in menu mode to change the backlight setting.
Long press to turn the radio system ON/OFF.

¼ Note: The radio system can only be turned ON from any Fixed
Handset (F1-F4).
¼ Note: When the system is ON:

• The system can only be turned OFF from the Fixed Handset 1
(F1);
• Long presssing the X key from the handset (F2-F4) will turn that
handset OFF;
• Long presssing the X key from the handset (W1-W4) will turn
that handset OFF/ON.
D PTT (Push-to-talk)
Press key to transmit. Only depress for duration of message to be
broadcast. The radio can’t receive while PTT is pressed (transmitting).
E Channel UP
Short press increases one channel.
¼ Note: You can also directly select a channel by typing the

channel number on the keypad.
Long pressing the key will, after a short delay, step rapidly through the
channels.
¼ Note: Also used for menu scrolling, editing, and backlight level
adjustment.
F Channel DOWN
Short press decreases one channel.
¼ Note: You can also directly select a channel by typing the

channel number on the keypad.
Long pressing the key will, after a short delay, step rapidly through the
channels.
¼ Note: Also used for menu scrolling, editing, and backlight level
adjustment.
G OK / HL
Short press to make selections in menus.
Long press to toggle transmission power between HIGH (25 W)
or LOW (1 W) for the entire channel bank. The HI or LO selection is
displayed on the LCD.
¼ Note: Some channels allow only low power transmissions. Error

beeps will sound if attempting to change the transmission
power while on one of these channels.
¼ Note: Some channels allow only low power transmissions
initially, but can be overridden to high power by pressing (and
holding) H/L after depressing PTT. Keep the H/L key pressed
down after releasing the PTT key, if wanting to transmit again on
high power.
H VOL / SQL selector
Short press to toggle between Volume or Squelch control. The
selected control is indicated by a small triangular arrow above the
level bar for each option on the display. Use the + and - keys to adjust.
¼ Note: Volume control is common to internal and external

speaker.
Long press to open SHORTCUTS menu.
I +
Short press to increase the selected control (Volume and Squelch).
J -
Short press to decrease the selected control (Volume and Squelch).
K DSC / MENU
Short press to enter the DSC Call Menu and make DSC calls.
Long press to open the MENU SELECT page.
L AIS / IC
Short press to enter the AIS (Automatic Identification System) mode
(NRS-2 only; no function on NRS-1). Refer to “AIS setup” on page 38
for AIS setup and functionality.
Long press to enter Intercom / Hailer / Fog Horn / Announce mode.
M Weather
Short press (US/CAN country mode): press to hear the most recently
selected NOAA/Canadian weather station. For non US/CAN country
modes, changes channel to user programmed choice. When in ATIS
mode, will select CH10.
Long press (non US/CAN country mode): to store current channel as
the weather, local harbor or preferred channel.
N / SCAN / -
• Menu mode:
Short press to move the cursor one character to the left
• Normal radio mode:
Short press to enter ALL SCAN mode.
Long press to enter the SCAN menu.
• AIS mode (NRS-2 only):
Short press to decrease (zoom in) the scale of the AIS plotter out one
range at a time. The scales available are: 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32 nm.

O / TRI / +
• Menu mode:
Short press to move the cursor one character to the right
• Normal radio mode:
Short press to start DUAL WATCH or TRI WATCH (if ‘watch’ channel set).
Refer to “Watch” on page 28 for more details.
Long press to set the current channel as the watch channel.
• AIS mode (NRS-2 only):
Short press to increase (zoom out) the scale of the AIS plotter in one
range at a time. The scales available are: 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32 nm.
P MOB (SCAN+TRI)
Long press both keys simultaneously to mark the current location with
a Man-Over-Board (MOB) waypoint. Refer to “Man Over Board (MOB)”
on page 63 or more details.
Q Speaker and MIC (Microphone)
Location on the handset for the speaker and microphone.
R Voice Recorder Playback
Short press to replay the last 60 seconds of VHF radio traffic
Long press to open the Voice Recorder menu
S LCD (Display)
T Alpha Numeric keypad
Refer to “Wired Handset Numeric Keys”, below, for more details.
Wired Handset Numeric Keys

Depending on the mode the radio is in, the numeric keys on wired
handsets provide additional functionality.
• NORMAL mode - System is in standby:
Short press enters the numeric digit (i.e. channel number).
Long Press opens a pre-determined function or menu.
• DATA INPUT mode - Entering data in a menu:
Short press enters the numeric digit. Subsequent presses enters
a letter. The displayed letter is accepted after a short pause, or on
pressing a different key.
• INTERCOM mode - System is in Intercom mode:
Short press makes a direct call to another intercom station.

Key Mode Short press Long press
Normal 0 Hailer mode menu
0 Data input 0 (blank character/space)
Intercom Call all IC stations All PA announce tone
Normal 1 Horn mode menu
1 Data input 1 n/a
Intercom Direct call to Handset-1 n/a
Normal 2 Alarms config. menu
2 Data input 2, A, B, C n/a
Normal 3 Speaker setup ON/OFF
3 Data input 3, D, E, F n/a
Normal 4 Diagnostics - Handsets
4 Data input 4, G, H, I n/a
Normal 5 Position display
5 Data input 5, J, K, L n/a
Normal 6 Navigation mode
6 Data input 6, M, N, O n/a
Normal 7 Speakers config. menu
7 Data input 7, P, Q, R, S n/a
Normal 8 AIS Silent mode menu
8 Data input 8, T, U, V n/a
Normal 9 My channels
9 Data input 9, W, X, Y, Z n/a
Intercom n/a n/a

2 Radio menus
Menu tree
Long press the DSC/MENU key to open the main Menu page.
The following shows the available menu and submenu options:
¼ Note: Main (first) level and 2nd level only.
Key definition:
( ) - a checkbox in the menu option.
¼ Note: If the menu option is selected, the checkbox has an X in it;
if not selected, the checkbox will be just an empty square. See
example images in the “Edit my channels” on page 28.
( > ) - means further submenu options available.
Menu Submenu Option Notes

ALL SCAN
ALL CHANNELS + 16
MY CHANNELS
Scan
MY CHANNELS + 16
(Choose
EDIT MY CHANNELS
channels)
US/CAN
DUAL WATCH country
modes
Watch
TRI WATCH
SET WATCH
(Choose channel)
CHANNEL
Voice PLAYBACK (>)
recorder RECORDER (>)
TIME DISPLAY (ON/OFF)
POS DISPLAY (ON/OFF)
COG/SOG (ON/OFF)
Display BACKLIGHT LEVEL
BACKLIGHT NETWORK
CONFIG
CONTRAST (0-10)
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SENSITIVITY (DISTANT/LOCAL)
US/CAN &
(USA/INT’L/
UIC INT country
CANADA)
modes
POWER OUTPUT (HIGH/LOW)
CH NAME (>)
KEY BEEP (0-10)
UNITS (>)
HANDSET SPEAKER (ON/OFF)
Radio setup
EXTERNAL SPEAKER (>)
GPS (>)
COM PORT (>)
TIME (>)
VESSEL CALL SIGN (>)
AUTO POWER ON (AUTO/MANUAL)
(NONE/5 MINS
MENU TIMEOUT / 10 MINS / 15
MINS)
DSC FUNCTION
USER MMSI (>)
EU country
ATIS FUNCTION
modes
EU country
SEA/INLAND USE (SEA/INLAND)
modes
EU country
ATIS MMSI (>)
modes
DSC setup
INDIVIDUAL
(AUTO/MANUAL)
ACKNOWLEDGE
POSITION (MANUAL/AUTO/
ACKNOWLEDGE OFF)
AUTO SWITCH (ON/OFF)
TEST ACKNOWLEDGE (AUTO/MANUAL)
RX DISTR WHILE OFF
DSC TIMEOUT (>)
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AIS FUNCTION NRS-2 only
SILENT MODE (ON/OFF) NRS-2 only
AIS DISPLAY (MMSI/NAME) NRS-2 only
AIS setup
CPA (>) NRS-2 only
TCPA (>) NRS-2 only
CONFIG VESSEL (>) NRS-2 only
GPS ALERT (>)
US/CAN
WX ALERT (>) country
Alarms
modes
DSC ALARM (>)
CPA ALARM (>)
WIRELESS HANDSET (>)
Handsets CONFIGURE
(>)
HANDSET
GPS STATUS (>)
SYSTEM
(>)
DIAGNOSTICS
Diagnostics
NMEA2000® STATUS (>)
AIS DIAGNOSTICS (>)
HANDSET STATUS (>)
SELECT REGION/
SELECT REGION
Reset COUNTRY
SYSTEM RESET (YES/CANCEL)
Scan
This menu is used to access the Scan menu.
¼ Note: Scan menu can also be accessed by short pressing
the SCAN key. In the Scan menu, you can choose to scan all
channels or selected channels available in the MY CHANNELS
list.
¼ Note: Scanning is not available if ATIS mode is turned on.
All scan
Scans all channels cyclically for activity. When a signal is received,
scanning stops at that channel and the BUSY icon appears on
the screen. If the signal ceases for more than 5 seconds, the scan
automatically resumes.
• Press or to temporarily skip over (lock out) a busy channel

and resume the scan. The direction selected determines if the scan
goes up or down the channel numbers (ie ‘forward’ or ‘reverse’). If
it is still busy when the scan completes a full cycle, it will stop again
at this channel. Note that it is not possible to skip over the priority
channel.
• When stopped on a busy channel, press OK to permanently skip
over the channel. The SKIP icon will show on the LCD for this
channel.
• To cancel a skipped channel, select the channel while in normal
mode (non-scan mode) then press the OK key - the SKIP icon will
disappear. Repowering the radio also restores all skipped channels.
• Press SCAN or X while scanning is active to stop at the current
channel and return to normal operation.
All channels + 16
Scans all channels cyclically, but checks the priority channel after
every channel step.
My channels
Scans all channels selected in EDIT MY CHANNELS.
My channels + 16
Scans all channels selected in EDIT MY CHANNELS, while also checking
the priority channel after every channel step.
Edit my channels
¼ Note: This function is also available as a Shortcut.
Allows creation of a custom list of channels - used in a MY CHANNELS
scan.
Watch
This menu is for choosing a watch mode to enable, as well as selection
of the watch channel. Watch modes can be thought of as a channel
scan on a subset of channels, where scanned channels are ‘listened’
to briefly every 3 seconds, to determine if there is any active radio
communication.
¼ Note: Watch modes are not available if ATIS mode is turned on.
¼ Note: Also accessible by short press of the TRI key.
• Without a watch channel the radio will go to DUAL WATCH, where
the channels ‘watched’ are the current channel and the priority
channel (the distress channel, CH16 for most countries).
• With a watch channel selected, TRI WATCH is enabled, where the
channels ‘watched’ are the current channel, the ‘watch’ channel
and the priority channel (CH16). If the radio is set to ‘Country mode:
USA’, two priority channels are watched – CH09 and CH16.
Dual watch
Select this to watch the current channel and the priority channel.
Tri watch
Select this to watch the current channel, the user selected ‘watch’
channel and the priority channel.
Set watch channel

Allows a watch channel to be selected from all available channels.
Selected channel is used by TRI WATCH mode.
Voice recorder
This menu allows you to turn the voice recorder ON or OFF and
playback the last 60seconds of received VHF audio if set to ON.
Playback
• FORWARD 15S
Skip forward 15 seconds of recorded audio and play.
• REWIND 15S
Skip backward 15 seconds of recorded audio and play.
• END
Cancel playback and revert to previous screen.
Recorder
• ON - Record transmitted and received VHF audio (loop recording
last 60 seconds).
• OFF - Disables voice recorder.
Display
This menu allows the user to partially customize the screen
information displayed, and adjust the screen for best visibility to suit
the user and operating conditions.

Time display
Select ON or OFF to display TIME.
LOC (Local Time) is displayed below the time if a UTC (Coordinated
Universal Time) offset has been entered; otherwise UTC is shown.
¼ Note: If turned ON, the display of COG/SOG is turned OFF.
Position display
Select ON or OFF to display POSITION provided from a connected GPS
source. If no GPS is connected and a manual entry has been made, the
position will be displayed prefixed with an ‘M‘.
COG/SOG Display
Select ON or OFF to display COG/SOG provided from a connected GPS
source.
¼ Note: If turned ON, the display of TIME is turned OFF.
Backlight
Backlight level
Select to adjust the backlight level using the and keys. Range is
1 to 10. Press DSC / MENU key to activate night mode (inverts display).
Network config
Use this menu to have backlighting adjustments synchronized with
other connected devices.
Network group
Set this value to the same as other Simrad®/B&G® devices on the
NMEA 2000® network. To keep backlight control independent, set to a
value not used elsewhere.
Network offset
Set a backlight offset where the radio display can be brighter or
dimmer than other devices on the network while remaining in sync
with other devices. Select between -5 (dimmer) to +5 (brighter)

Network min level
Select a minimum level. This is to allow the backlight is always on if
the network level is set too low.
Select between 0 to 5.
Network max level

Select a maximum level. This is to ensure the backlight is never too
bright if the network level is set too high.
Select between 5 to 10.
¼ Note: Backlight Offset settings relate to the individual handset,
not to the system.
¼ Note: If the backlight level is changed on the handset the radio
will send the backlight level to the network excluding the offset.
Contrast
Select to make adjustment of the screens contrast, using the and
keys. Range is 00 to 10.
Radio setup
The Radio setup menu covers settings that are typically configured at
installation.
Sensitivity
Select LOCAL or DISTANT to improve the sensitivity of the receiver
either locally (LOCAL) or over distances (DISTANT).
LOCAL is not recommended for use in open sea conditions. It is
designed for use in areas of high radio noise; for example, close to a
busy port or city.
UIC
Select between USA, INT (International) or CAN (Canadian) channel
banks. The selected channel bank is displayed on the LCD. For more
information about the Channel charts, refer to the relevant chapter in
this manual.
¼ Note: UIC is not available in EU country mode.

Power output
Select to toggle between High power (25 W – indicated by ) or
Low power (1 W – indicated by ) transmission power for the entire
channel bank. Low power transmission draws significantly less current
(about 1/4) from the battery, so is recommended for short range
communication and where battery capacity is limited.
¼ Note: Some channels can’t be switched to high power and will
show LO regardless of power output setting in menu.
Channel name
Allows you the option to edit the channel name descriptions
displayed on the screen. Select to edit the description of the channel
currently in use. It can be a maximum of 12 characters long.
Key beeps
Select to adjust key beep volume.
Volume can be set from 00 - 10 (where 00 is off, and 10 is loudest).
Units
Select SPEED to choose KNOTS, MPH, or KPH.
Select COURSE to choose MAGNETIC or TRUE. A true north heading
is corrected for magnetic variation. A magnetic north heading source
must also output magnetic variation data if the heading is to be
displayed as a true north value.
Handset speaker
Select to switch the handset’s internal speaker ON or OFF.
Wired speaker
External speaker
Select to switch the associated wired speaker(s) ON or OFF.

Speaker config
You can associate one or more External speakers to any Fixed

handset. For each of the four External speakers select a Handset to be
associated with it.
• Press , , , and to select the HANDSET column and press
OK/HL.
• Press the and keys to change the handset selection.
External speaker volume tracks the associated handset volume. You
can offset the external speaker volume to be louder (positive value) or
quieter (negative value).
• Press , , , and to select the OFFSET column and press OK/
HL.
• Press the and keys to change the offset between -10 to +10.
0=no offset.
Once Handset and Offset selection is completed, Press the DSC/MENU
key to SAVE the selections, or press the X/POWER key to CANCEL
without saving.
GPS
Manual
Select MANUAL to enter a GPS position (and time) from another
source when radio is not receiving position data from an internal or
networked source.
The manually entered GPS position can be used in DSC calls, but not
in AIS. AIS will be disabled.
If POSITION display is turned ON, the latitude and longitude are shown
on the screen with a prefix ‘M’ indicating manual entry.
¼ Note: The manual entry is automatically replaced when a real

GPS position is received via the NMEA 0183®, NMEA 2000® or
Internal GPS, depending on the GPS SOURCE setting.

GPS source
Depending on your radio blackbox model, you can select between
a Networked GPS source (NRS-1) or Internal GPS source (NRS-1 and
NRS-2).
¼ Note: A valid GPS source is required for DSC and AIS functions to
operate.
¼ Note: Due to AIS regulations, it is not possible to use a
Networked GPS source with an AIS transmitter, so is not available
for the NRS-2 model.
Networked (NRS-1 ONLY)

If a networked source is selected, the symbol will be displayed.
Once a valid fix is obtained, will be displayed.
• Choose NMEA 2000® for GPS via NMEA 2000® network. A list of
available devices installed on your NMEA 2000® network will be
displayed. Choose AUTO SELECT to pick the best GPS source visible
on NMEA 2000® or select any other device listed.
• Choose NMEA 0183® to have the radio listen for GPS data on its
serial NMEA 0183® port.
Internal (NRS-1 AND NRS-2)
If an external GPS source is not available, select the internal GPS
system, indicated by the icon. Once a valid fix is obtained, will
be displayed.
¼ Note: A GPS-500 GPS Antenna must be connected to the GPS
port on the blackbox.
GPS SIM
Select to toggle ON or OFF.
Whenever the GPS Simulator is turned ON, simulated Speed Over
Ground (SOG), Course Over Ground (COG), and LL position appear on
the screen. This is for the purpose of demonstration only. The SIM icon
is displayed to warn the user it is in this mode.
¼ Note: It is not possible to send a DSC transmission or use AIS

when in Simulator mode.
¼ Note: The GPS Simulator is set to OFF whenever the radio has
the power cycled, or real GPS data is available.

COM port
The NMEA 0183® COM PORT is used by the radio to send and receive
data. This is a global setting for the radios GPS, DSC and AIS functions.
Supported NMEA 0183® messages are listed in the Specifications
section of this manual.
Baud rate
Select 38400, or 4800 BAUD.
¼ Note: AIS generally requires 38400 Baud. The default setting is
38400, if 4800 is selected, a warning that ‘data may be lost’ is
displayed. (NRS-2 only)
Checksum
Select to toggle ON or OFF. When ON, received NMEA 0183® data is
validated. If the checksum does not match, the data will be ignored.
When OFF, data is accepted with no tolerance to data corruption.
Time
Time offset
Select TIME OFFSET to enter the difference between UTC and local
time in 15 minute increments with a maximum offset of ±13 hours.
¼ Note: Does not automatically adjust for Daylight Savings Time.
Time format
Select to toggle between 12 and 24 hour format.
Vessel call sign

Select to enter vessel call sign. Used by the MOB and AIS functions.
Auto power ON
Select AUTO for the radio to always turn ON when power is applied to
the radio. If OFF, the radio must always be turned on manually.

Menu timeout
An inactivity timeout can be set to return the radio to normal
operational mode after a period of inactivity while the radio is
displaying a menu. Select between NONE, 5 MINS, 10 MINS, and 15
MINS. (default is 10 MINS).
¼ Note: A different timeout is used when the radio is left in a DSC
call.
Refer to “DSC timeout” on page 38 for more details.
DSC/ATIS setup
DSC function
It is recommended that DSC functionality is always enabled, unless
operating the vessel in an ATIS region. When enabled, the symbol
is displayed.
¼ Note: An MMSI number must be entered in radio before the DSC
function can be enabled.
User MMSI
Enter an MMSI number to access the radio’s DSC functionality. This
unique identifier must be supplied by a local radio spectrum authority.
DO NOT enter a random ‘made up’ number.
¼ Note: Contact a Simrad® or B&G® dealer if you need to change
your MMSI after initial input.
ATIS function (EU country mode only)

ATIS must be enabled when navigating inland waterways in signatory
countries of the RAINWAT agreement. It should NOT be used outside
these regions. When enabled, the symbol is displayed and CH10 is
automatically selected.
¼ Note: DSC functionality is disabled when ATIS is turned ON.
Sea/Inland use (EU country mode only)

Toggles between DSC (Sea) and ATIS (Inland) modes. Does not allow
both to be selected at the same time.

ATIS ID (EU country mode only)
Enter an ATIS number to access the radio’s ATIS functionality. This
unique identifier must be supplied a local radio spectrum authority.
DO NOT enter a random ‘made up’ number.
your ATIS ID after initial input.
Individual acknowledge
The radio can be configured to automatically acknowledge an
incoming ‘individual’ call, or require manual intervention:
Auto
After a 15 second delay, radio will switch to requested channel, and
send an automatic acknowledgement, ready for conversation.
Manual
Operator must manually choose to send acknowledgement as well as
change to requested channel.
¼ Note: Only applies to call type ‘Individual’.
Position acknowledge (request)

incoming ‘position request’ call, or require manual intervention to
acknowledge, or ignore the call:
Auto
Sends current position automatically to calling radio.
Manual
Operator must manually choose to send position information.
OFF
All incoming position requests are ignored.
Auto switch (channel)

When an All Ships or Group DSC call is received, it may include
a request to change to a specific channel for subsequent
communications.
With AUTO SWITCH set to ON:
The radio will switch channels after a 10 second delay. The radio will
also display options to switch immediately, or reject the request and
stay on the current channel.

With AUTO SWITCH set to OFF:
• The following symbol will be displayed:
• Any channel change request will require manual confirmation.
Test acknowledge
incoming test call, or require manual intervention:
Auto
The DSC test call is automatically acknowledged after a 10 second
delay.
Manual
Operator must manually choose to send acknowledgement, or cancel.
Receive distress while OFF

Enabling this feature will allow the radio to raise an alert for DSC
distress calls, even when the DSC feature is turned off. This works
regardless of whether or not an MMSI number has been entered.
DSC timeout
An inactivity timeout can be set to return the radio to normal
operational mode after a period of inactivity while the radio is
engaged in a Distress or non-Distress DSC call:
Distress
Select between NONE, 5 MINS, 10 MINS and 15 MINS. (default is NO
TIMEOUT).
Non distress
Select between NONE, 5 MINS, 10 MINS and 15 MINS. (default is 15
MINS).
AIS setup
¼ Note: This section relates to systems using the NRS-2 blackbox
only.
The NRS-2 blackbox radio is equipped with an AIS CLASS-B
CS transceiver that can receive information from other vessels
transmitting AIS data and transmit your own vessel’s AIS data.
¼ Note: A separate VHF/AIS antenna must be installed and
connected to the AIS Antenna socket on the blackbox. Refer to
“Wiring diagram” on page 83 for the installation details.

AIS function
Select the checkbox to enable AIS functionality. When enabled, the
AIS symbol is displayed as follows:
• AIS receive only mode.
• AIS Class-B transmit and receive mode.
Silent mode
When ON, AIS transmissions are paused, this is indicated by you
will still receive AIS traffic. Select OFF to resume AIS transmit mode.
Silent mode can also be activated from your Simrad®/B&G® MFD, or by
hardwired switch connected to the NRS-2 Blackbox AUX terminal.
AIS display
When viewing the AIS plotter screen, AIS targets can be displayed with
the vessels NAME or the vessels MMSI.
CPA
Set the Closest Point of Approach (CPA) distance for CPA ALARM.
CPA is the minimum distance between you and a target vessel
calculated on the current speed and course. You can set the minimum
distance in 0.1 NM increments between 0.1 NM to 25.1 NM.
¼ Note: You must have CPA ALARM set to ON in the ALARMS
menu to be alerted. If set to OFF, there will be no CPA alarms
regardless of the above settings.
TCPA
Set the Time to Closest Point of Approach (TCPA) interval. TCPA is the
minimum time to reach the CPA distance before the CPA alarm is
activated. You can set the minimum time in 30 seconds increments
between 1 MIN to 30 MIN.
Config Vessel
Enter vessel static data details to be transmitted by AIS. The NRS-2 will
enter Class-B transmit mode once the minimum requirement of an
MMSI number is entered and a valid GPS fix is obtained. Transmitted
data at this stage will be: MMSI, LAT, LON, SOG, COG and HDG if
available.
Additional Vessel data will be transmitted once these details are
completed.
Ship name Enter the ship’s name; maximum 20 alpha-numeric
characters.
Call sign Enter your VHF radio call sign – this must be supplied
from your local radio spectrum authority. Will
automatically show if it was entered during the initial
startup of the radio.
MMSI Your DSC MMSI number. Will automatically show if it was
entered during the initial startup at first turn on of the
radio, or during DSC setup.
Vessel type Scroll through the list to best select your vessel type.
A Enter the dimension in meters from the bow to the
center of the vessels GPS antenna.
B Enter the dimension in meters from the stern to the
C Enter the dimension in meters from the port side to the
D Enter the dimension in meters from the starboard side
to the center of the vessels GPS antenna.
¼ Note: Dimensions A + B, or C + D cannot = 0.
Use the and keys to select a field and then press OK to select.
Press / to then select a character then press OK to select. The
cursor will move to the next digit.
Once you are satisfied all details are entered correctly, press:
• TRI key to save the details; OK again to confirm save, or,
• X key to exit and not save; X again to confirm exit without saving
the details.
¼ Note: Each field can only be entered once so ensure the details
are correct before selecting Save.
¼ Note: Once all AIS fields are completed, the menu ‘Config Vessel
AIS static data’ will then change to ‘View Vessel details (AIS static
data)’ and you will only be able to view AIS details.

View vessel details (AIS static data)
Once all Vessel Details fields are entered and saved, select View Vessel
Details to view the AIS static data details.

the vessel details after saving.
Alarms
The radio provides audible and visual alerts for critical functions. Alert
settings can be adjusted to you convenience.
GPS alert
The GPS alert is a warning to the user that the selected GPS source is
not outputting valid position data. It comprises of an audible alarm
and visual alarm (screen flash and warning text).
GPS alert function

If set to OFF, there will be no GPS alerts including audible alarm, screen
flash, and warning text.
Alert volume
Select between HIGH, LOW, and OFF
Screen flash
Select between ON and OFF
WX alert (US/CAN only)

The WX alert is a warning to the user that a special weather station
alert has been received. It comprises of an audible alarm and visual
alarm (screen flash and warning text).
WX alert function
If set to OFF, the radio will not respond to weather alerts including
automatic switching to the last used weather channel, audible alarm,
screen message, and screen flash.
Alert volume
Select between HIGH, LOW, and OFF

Screen flash
Select between ON and OFF
S.A.M.E. Code
The NOAA All Hazards Weather Radio Service (NWR) works in
conjunction with the Emergency Alert System (EAS) to issue weather
alerts for specific geographic areas or weather warnings. It uses a
digital encoding system known as Specific Area Message Encoding
(SAME) to broadcast these alerts.
Each transmitter in the NWR network is identified with a unique
6-digit SAME code. Refer to: https://www.weather.gov/nwr/counties.
Select to add a SAME area code.
Select NEW CODE to add a 6-digit code, or select an existing code to
Edit, Delete or Select to make the code active.
¼ Note: You must select at least one code for SAME to be active.
The radio will sound the weather alarm when it detects a
weather alert on the selected weather channel.
DSC alarm
The radio can alert you when a DSC message is received. The alert
volume and screen flash for some incoming call types can be altered.
SAFETY, ROUTINE and URGENCY calls can be set individually to:
Alert volume
Select between HIGH, LOW, or OFF
Screen flash
Select between ON or OFF
¼ Note: It is not possible to alter distress call alert settings.
T/CPA alarm (NRS-2 only)

The T/CPA alarm informs the user of potentially dangerous situations
where another vessel is calculated to come within a certain distance
of your vessel. This value is set in the AIS Setup menu. Refer to “AIS
setup” on page 38 for more details.
In this case, the T/CPA calculation deems the vessel UNSAFE and the
TCPA Alert is raised.
If set to OFF, there will be no T/CPA alarms regardless of the settings.
It comprises of an audible alarm and visual alarm (screen flash and
warning text).

CPA alert function
If set to OFF, the radio will not respond to T/CPA alerts including
audible alarm, screen message, and screen flash.
Alert volume
Select between HIGH, LOW, or OFF
Screen flash
Select between ON or OFF
Ignore function
When an T/CPA Alert is activated, you have the following options:
• Press X to silence the alert. The T/CPA Alert may activate again if
the approaching vessel is still calculated to come within the set
distance of your vessel.
• Press DSC/Menu to Ignore any further alerts from this vessel.
• Press DSC/Menu again to confirm.
Ignoring a vessel works by silencing any further T/CPA alerts from the
same vessel, regardless if it is still approaching.
However, if the T/CPA calculation status return to SAFE, the ignored
vessel status will be cleared. In this case, it is possible to receive a
further T/CPA alert from the same vessel.
¼ Note: The alert will sound again after 1 minute if the AIS alarm
has not been resolved.
¼ Note: Ignored vessels are reset once the radio is re-powered.
Handsets
The system is capable of supporting up to eight handsets as below:
• Up to Four fixed or wired handsets (FHS)
• Up to Four wireless handsets (WHS).
• Fixed handsets are wired at a position in the vessel, while Wireless
handsets provide you with the freedom to operate your radio
system remotely as you roam about the vessel.
• FHS’s are wired into Handset terminals in the blackbox radio.

• Wireless handsets must initially be paired with the blackbox radio
(the Host) through the pairing process. Refer to “Pair a wireless
handset” for more details.
• Handsets are provided a handset identification number which is
displayed at the top of its screen above the channel number. F1-4,
W1-4.
• Handsets can also be named. Giving the handset a name helps in
identifying a handset you wish to speak to in Intercom menus. The
name appears in handset diagnostics, Intercom menus and at the
top of the handset screen.
Wireless handset (WHS)

Pair a wireless handset
The pairing process only needs to be performed once per WHS:
1 Ensure the WHS that you want to pair to the radio is charged and
turned OFF.
¼ Note: Ensure all other WHS’s remains OFF during this procedure.
2 Access the radio’s Main menu from a fixed handset, and select
HANDSETS > WIRELESS HANDSET.
3 Select PAIR A HANDSET. Select YES.
4 Turn ON the wireless handset that you want to pair to the radio.
The WHS display will show SEARCHING...
5 Press and hold the SCAN key on the WHS until HANDSET IS PAIRING
appears.
¼ Note: The wireless handset will search for the host radio, if it
locates the radio it will complete the pairing process within few
minutes.
6 Repeat steps 2-5 to pair the next handset.
Remove a WHS
To delete an already paired handset:
1 Select REMOVE A WHS from the WIRELESS HANDSET submenu.
2 Select the handset you want to remove, press the OK key, and
select YES.

Locate a WHS
To locate an already paired wireless handset:
1 Select LOCATE A WHS from the WIRELESS HANDSET submenu.
2 Use and to select the handset you wish to locate.
3 Press OK. The handset to be located will commence beeping for 30
seconds if it is turned ON within the wireless range.
Configure WHS audio
You can select an option to repeat the audio between the WHS and
the host radio.
¼ Note: In some situations, this can result in audio feedback if the
wireless handset is too close to the host radio’s speakers.
Repeat WHS audio

Select to repeat the wireless handset audio on the host radio.
Repeat Host Radio audio

Select to repeat the host radio audio on the wireless handset.
Configure handset
Select CONFIGURE HANDSET in the menu to assign a name of your
handset.
1 Use and to select the handset you want to name and press
OK.
2 Enter the handset name. To enter a character, refer to “Entry of
alphanumeric data” on page 17.
3 Press DSC/MENU to save the name.
Using the wireless handset

Turning the wireless handset ON/OFF
Long press the X key to turn ON the wireless handset. The handset
will display the wireless handset’s software version and then attempt
to reconnect with the host radio. Once connected, use the wireless
handset in the same way as you would be using a fixed handset.
Once the wireless handset has been paired to the radio, the screen
and key functionality are mimicked on each device.
Most functions that are provided on the radio can be accessed by the
wireless handset with the following exceptions:
• SETUP - Some setup functions are not available on the wireless
handset.
• HAILER - It is not possible to enter HAILER mode from the wireless
handset.
When the wireless handset is not in use, it should be placed back into
the charger cradle. The Wireless handset is charged when placed in
the cradle via the built-in contactless inductive charging system.
Long press the X key to turn OFF the wireless handset. The handset
will automatically turn OFF after 90 seconds of no communication
with the host radio.
Diagnostics
The radio comprises diagnostic displays with system data that can be
helpful in investigating any issues.
GPS status
Select to display the status of the radios internal GPS system.
SNR B4: Signal-to-noise ratio of best four satellites in view.

SNR AVG: Averaged Signal-to-noise ratio of all satellites in view.
TIME and DATE: Displayed in GMT.
¼ Note: GPS details will not show if the selected GPS Source is
NMEA 2000®, NMEA 0183® or Manual.
System diagnostics
Select to view radio, DSC and handset system diagnostics:
• VOLTAGE: Displays the system voltage at the radio

• VSWR: Tests the Impedance loading on the VHF antenna port
each time it transmits. OK if passes, otherwise FAIL – refer to
troubleshooting guide.
• DSC FUNCTION: Shows result of DSC hardware self-test performed
at power-on. OK if passes, otherwise FAIL – refer to troubleshooting
guide.
• HANDSET STATUS:
Fixed Handset installed and turned ON

Fixed Handset installed and turned OFF
This handset
Wireless Handset installed and turned ON
NMEA 2000® status

Select to view the NMEA 2000® network diagnostics:
• BUS STATE: Displays if the radio is active on the vessels NMEA 2000®
Network
• TX ERRORS: Displays any current transmit errors on the vessels
NMEA 2000® Network. Not a cumulative counter.
• RX ERRORS: Displays any current receive errors on the vessels NMEA
2000® Network. Not a cumulative counter.
• RX MESSAGES: Total number of NMEA 2000® messages received on
the vessels NMEA 2000® Network since power up.
• TX MESSAGES: Total number of NMEA 2000® messages transmitted
on the vessels NMEA 2000® Network since power up.
• BUS LOAD: Displays the total loading on the vessels NMEA 2000®
Network.
AIS diagnostics (NRS-2 only)

Select to view the AIS diagnostics:

• AIS-RX: Shows result of AIS receiver hardware self-test performed at
power-on. OK if passes, otherwise FAIL.
• CH-A RX:, CH-B RX: Displays number of AIS messages received by
the dual-channel receiver.
• AIS-TX: Shows result of AIS transmitter hardware self-test
performed at power-on. OK if passes, otherwise FAIL.
• CH-A TX:, CH-B TX: Displays number of AIS messages transmitted
by the dual-channel transmitter.
• VSWR: Tests the Impedance loading on the AIS antenna port
each time it transmits. OK if passes, otherwise FAIL – refer to
troubleshooting guide.
• SILENT MODE: If ON, AIS transmissions are paused (silenced).
Should normally be OFF.
Reset
Region and Country
Use this setting to change the Region and Country settings this radio
is operating in.
¼ Note: Refer to “Country settings table” on page 117 for a listing
of the Countries supported. If your Country is not listed, select
INTERNATIONAL
1 First select the Region: EUROPE, USA/CAN or INTERNATIONAL
2 Then select the Country within the selected region. If your country
is not listed, then select INTERNATIONAL > INTERNATIONAL
3 Once the Country is selected, the radio is restarted.
Reset
Use this setting to return all but the following settings to the factory
defaults.
The following customized settings will NOT be changed:
• MMSI / ATIS ID
• AIS settings
• Entries in your buddy list
• Any customized channel names.

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DSC call menu
Digital Selective Calling (DSC) is a semi-automated method of
establishing VHF, MF, and HF radio calls. One big advantage that DSC
enabled radios offer is that they can receive calls from another DSC
radio without being on the same channel as the calling radio.
Short press the DSC / MENU key for the following options:
• DSC CALLS
• TRACK BUDDY
• CONTACTS
• CALL LOGS
DSC Calls
The calling radio may provide details on what channel to switch to so
that voice communication can be established. There are various types
of DSC calls; the type of call made determines information sent with
the call, and how other radios respond to the incoming call.
There are four DSC call types, as well as related options, that can be
accessed from this menu.
INDIVIDUAL
Used to place a call to a single other vessel. The call can be initiated by
selecting:
• MANUAL: enter a new vessel’s MMSI.
• RECENT: select a vessel in the RECENT list.
• CONTACTS: select an existing vessel already saved in your
CONTACTS list.
When the SEND TO page is displayed, use the and keys to select
the channel to use for voice communication.
DISTRESS
The Distress menu can be accessed from the DSC Calls menu, or
directly by the Distress key found on the radio handset.
The nature of the distress call can be selected from the menu list. The
selected option will be displayed on other radios receiving the call.
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Below are the nature of distress options available in the Distress menu:
• UNDESIGNATED • FIRE
• FLOODING • COLLISION
• GROUNDING • CAPSIZING
• SINKING • ADRIFT
• ABANDONING SHIP • PIRACY
• MAN OVERBOARD
¼ Note: Undesignated is the default setting. An undesignated
distress call can be sent by lifting the DISTRESS cover and long
pressing the Distress key.
Send a distress call using the DSC calls menu

1 Select DSC CALLS, then DISTRESS in the DSC Calls menu.
2 Use the and keys to select the nature of distress call from the
menu.
3 Long press the Distress key. A 3-second countdown will commence
before the call is sent.
Send a distress call using the DISTRESS key
1 Lift the red protective cover exposing the Distress key.
2 Short press the Distress key. Use the and keys to select the
nature of distress call from the menu.
3 Long press the Distress key. A 3-second countdown will commence
before the Distress call is sent.
After the Distress Call is sent, the radio waits for an acknowledgment.
The Distress Call is automatically re-sent every 3.5 to 4.5 minutes until
a distress acknowledgement (DISTRESS ACK) is received.
Press the DSC/MENU key for further options:
• RESEND used to immediately resend the Distress Call.
• PAUSE used to pause the automatic Distress Call resend timer.
Once a DISTRESS ACK is received, the alert can be silenced. Press the
PTT key and announce the reason of the distress.
The following information (if available) is contained in the Distress Call:
• Nature of Distress (if selected).
• Position information (the latest GPS or manual input position is
held for 23.5 hours, or until the power is turned OFF).
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Alternatively, to cancel the Distress Call, press the X key and then the
DSC/MENU key to confirm. This will send a DISTRESS CANCEL call.
You must then press the PTT key and announce the reason for the
cancellation.
GROUP
Used to place a call to a known group of vessels, all using the same
‘Group Call ID’ (GCID) number.
The call can be initiated by selecting:
• MANUAL: enter a new GCID
• RECENT: select a group from the RECENT list
• GROUP CONTACTS: an existing group already saved in the GROUP
list
When the SEND TO page is displayed, use the and keys to select
ALL SHIPS
Used to place a non-Distress announcement call to ALL DSC equipped
vessels in range. The nature of the call can be either:
• SAFETY: to announce a safety related message, such as obstacles in
the water
• URGENCY: to announce a very urgent message.
When the SEND TO page is displayed, turn the channel knob to select
POS REQUEST
Used to request a position of another vessel. The call can be initiated
by selecting:
• MANUAL: enter a new vessel’s MMSI
• RECENT: select a vessel in the RECENT list
• CONTACTS: an existing vessel already saved in your CONTACTS list
POS REPORT
Used to send your vessels position to another vessel. The call can be
initiated by selecting:
DSC TEST
Used to place a TEST call to a single other vessel. The call can be
initiated by selecting:
MMSI/GPS
Shows your vessels MMSI number and GPS fix information.
This information is also available from the ‘My VHF’ shortcut
Track buddy
Track Buddy is a useful feature to monitor the locations of up to 5
other vessels (or ‘Buddies’) in your CONTACTS list. Track Buddy sends
recurring DSC position requests at a selectable time interval. As
positions are received, they are then displayed on the MFD.
Short press the DSC/MENU and select TRACK BUDDY.
SELECT BUDDY
Shows any existing ‘buddies’ already selected, and the option to add
more. Selecting a ‘buddy’ already in the buddy list will remove them
Choose ADD/UPDATE BUDDY to view the full contacts list and choose
who to add for tracking.

START TRACKING / STOP TRACKING
¼ Note: This feature is also available as a Shortcut
Select START TRACKING to initiate tracking of buddies in the
Buddy list that have been set to tracking ON. The radio will show
a screen indicating which buddy is being called. If there is no
acknowledgement, the radio will retry the call after a few seconds.
Only one retry is made per tracking interval.
If tracking is already taking place, the START TRACKING text is replaced
with STOP TRACKING.
INTERVAL
The frequency that ‘buddies’ are polled with position requests can be
selected between: 5, 15, 30 and 60 minutes.
Contacts
Used for the administration and calling of CONTACTS and GROUPS.
VIEW/ADD CONTACT
Use this to create, edit, or delete up to 50 vessel CONTACTS with
names and MMSI’s. Contacts are stored by name, in alphabetical order.
Select ADD NEW to create a new contact.
Selecting an existing name in the Contacts list gives the options to
place a DSC call, make a position request, edit or delete the contact.
VIEW/ADD GROUP
Use this to create, edit, or delete up to 20 contact GROUPS, which
are stored in alphanumeric order. Only a name and a Group Call ID
(GCID) are required to set up a group. A GCID always starts with 0; the
remaining digits can be set to whatever the user desires. All vessels
intended to be in the same group must have a suitable DSC radio, and
have the identical GCID number entered.
Selecting an existing name in the group list gives the option to edit,
delete, or call the group.
¼ Note: Adding a group to this list will in turn make the radio
respond to a group call made from any other radio with the
same group number in its memory.
Call logs
Shows a record of SENT, RECEIVED, and DISTRESS calls. The number
of calls for each category are displayed in parenthesis in the format
(viewed / total).
Press OK to select a category:
Press DSC/MENU for options:
You have several options depending on the selected Call Log:

• RESEND to resend the SENT Call
• POS REQUEST to request a position form the vessel
• DETAILS to view the message details
• SAVE TO CONTACTS to save the contact details to your Contacts list
• DELETE to delete the message
• DELETE ALL to delete All messages in the selected call log.

4 AIS menu (NRS-2 only)
⚠Warning: Valid GPS data must be entered into this radio before
the AIS functions can be used. The plotter PPI function will not
display targets accurately with incorrect GPS data.
⚠Warning: Take note that not all vessels will have an AIS
transceiver installed or turned on, so will NOT be taken into
consideration for Collision Avoidance.
⚠Warning: Not all vessels transmit AIS information and therefore

will be displayed or listed in the following AIS screens.
About AIS
The marine Automatic Identification System (AIS) is a location and
vessel information reporting system. It allows vessels equipped with
AIS to automatically and dynamically share and regularly update their
position, speed, course and other information such as vessel identity
with similarly equipped vessels.
Position is derived from the Global Positioning System (GPS) and
communication between vessels is by Very High Frequency (VHF)
digital transmissions.
The NRS-2 radio contains an AIS Class-B CSTDMA transceiver. The
AIS function requires a separate VHF antenna to be installed and
connected to the AIS antenna socket on the NRS-2 blackbox radio.
For installation details, refer to “Wiring diagram” on page 83.
AIS receiver function

Providing that other vessels with AIS transceivers installed are within
radio range of your vessel, you should see their details appear on the
AIS plotter screen. These details are also repeated on the NMEA® ports
for display on a compatible MFD. Specific details of how to configure
your MFD to make use of the AIS receiver features are provided in
your MFD manual. If you are using charting software running on a PC,
refer to the instructions provided with your chart-plotting software for
details of how to configure it to display AIS information.
AIS transmitter function

AIS static details must be completed before the AIS transmitter
function is enabled. See “Config Vessel” on page 39 for more details.
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The AIS icon will change as follows:
The radio is in AIS receive only mode.
The radio is configured in Class-B mode and is

transmitting your vessels information at a regular period
based on AIS Class-B standards. It may take up to six
minutes for your full vessel details to be visible to others.
The radio is configured for Class-B mode, but
transmissions are temporarily suspended due to Silent
mode is active. Silent mode can be selected on the
radio via the AIS Setup menu > SILENT MODE; or via a
connected compatible Simrad® MFD.
AIS information and display

AIS vessel information can be displayed on the radios LCD screen:
1 Short press the AIS/IC key to display the AIS plotter screen.
¼ Note: You must have LAT/LON position information for targets to
be displayed on the plotter PPI.
2 AIS target details will be displayed on the left of the screen. Either
the vessels name or MMSI will be displayed (if the information is
available) depending on the setting you selected in Section “6-2
AIS data display format (AIS DISPLAY)”. Also the target’s bearing and
distance to you are displayed.
¼ Note: It could take some time before AIS targets are displayed.
3 A basic PPI on the right hand side of the LCD shows the location of
the AIS targets relative to your position which is in the center of the
plotter PPI.
4 Press the Zoom In (SCAN) or Zoom Out (TRI) keys to change the
scale of the plotter. The scales available are 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32 nm.
5 Use the and keys to highlight any AIS target shown on the
plotter screen. The selected target will have the target symbol
filled in.
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6 Press the OK/HL key to view full details of the highlighted target
such as MMSI, Vessel name, distance, bearing, heading, ROT, COG,
SOG, status and other vessel information that maybe available:
T/CPA Approach Screen

1 When in AIS mode, short press the AIS/IC key again to toggle
between the standard AIS screen and the T/CPA Approach screen.
2 In TCPA Approach mode, an approaching AIS Alert target’s details
are listed on the left side along with its geographical position on
the plotter PPI. An AIS Alert target is based on the CPA and TCPA
settings in the AIS Setup.
3 The zoom range is automatically selected to the best range
according to the selected target on the left.
4 Use the and keys to select the target, press OK/HL to display
target information, or press X key to return to the previous display.
¼ Note: If the radio detects a TCPA or CPA breach as set in the
Alerts menu, the T/CPA Alert screen will automatically pop up
with an alert tone. Refer to “T/CPA alarm (NRS-2 only)” on page
42 for more details.
¼ Note: Nautical Miles is the only unit used in AIS mode.
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Plotter symbols and meanings
Symbols Descriptions
Your vessel is always in the center of the plotter
screen, represented by a solid circle with a small
protruding line indicating your bearing with
respect to North.
A diamond shape represents all other vessels or
targets displayed on the plotter screen. These
targets around your vessel are within the current
zoom distance setting. The small protruding line
indicates the targets bearing.
When a target is selected, represented by a solid
diamond.
Examples:
You and the target vessel are heading away from
each other.
You and the target vessel are heading towards
each other.
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Fog Horn, Intercom, and Hailer
¼ Note: An appropriate Hailer speaker must be connected to the
Hailer wiring before the HAILER or FOG HORN functions can be
used.
Using the FOG Horn

The FOG horn will sound certain international standard fog horn tones
through the Hailer speaker depending on the mode selected.
1 Long press the AIS/IC key to enter IC/HAILER mode:
2 Select FOG HORN and press the OK key.

There are 8 choices of internationally recognized fog horn sounds and
timing:
Type of Tone Occurence

Fog Horn
HORN Horn tone Manual operation
UNDERWAY 1 long tone Automatically every 2 minutes
STOP 2 long tones Automatically every 2 minutes
SAIL 1 long, 2 short tones Automatically every 2 minutes
ANCHOR 1 long warble Automatically every 2 minutes
TOW 1 long, 3 short tones Automatically every 2 minutes
AGROUND Warble sequence Automatically every 2 minutes
SIREN Siren tone Manual operation
3 Scroll through the menu to select a fog horn type, then press OK
to start the selected fog horn sounding. All except HORN and
SIREN will sound automatically.
4 The fog horn will sound automatically approximately every two
minutes until you press X to cancel it. When the fog horn is not
sounding, it is in LISTEN mode.
5 To operate HORN or SIREN, once selected, press and hold the OK
key on the handset, or the dedicated Horn Key wired into the
blackbox. This will sound as long as the key is pressed. You can
then also operate PTT to talk through the Hailer.
6 To change the volume, operate the volume keys to change the
volume while sounding.
7 Press X to return to normal radio operation mode
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Using the INTERCOM (IC)
Intercom mode allows you to talk directly other handsets in
the system. You can choose to talk to All installed handsets, a
preconfigured group of handsets or select individual handsets.
¼ Note: The Intercom mode works only when more than one FHS
or WHS are installed.
¼ Note: In this mode, Long Press a corresponding Numeric key on
a Wired Handset to talk directly to that station.
1 Long press the AIS/IC key and select INTERCOM.
2 Select the station to talk to.
3 Press the PTT key to talk to the handsets. Release the PTT key to
hear a reply.
4 Press the X key to quit the INTERCOM mode.
Using the HAILER

The Hailer function allows you to make a high volume announcement
using the handset through the Hailer speaker to people or vessels.
The Hailer function also features a LISTEN mode - this mode uses the
Hailer speaker as a microphone to listen for a response on the main
radio. LISTEN mode is not available on the optional wireless handset.
1 Long press the AIS/IC key to enter IC/HAILER mode.
2 Select HAILER and press the OK key.
3 Press the PTT key to talk through the hailer. Operate the volume
keys to change the volume. Volume can only be changed while
the PTT key is pressed.
4 Release the PTT key to LISTEN for a response.
5 Press the X key to return to normal radio operation mode.
¼ Note: It is not possible to enter HAILER mode from the optional
wireless handset.
Using ANNOUNCE
Announce mode allows you to make an immediate announcement to
all installed handsets and wired speakers.
1 Long press the AIS/IC key and select ANNOUNCE.
2 Press the PTT key to announce your message on all handsets,
speakers and the Hailer.
3 Press the X key to quit the ANNOUNCE mode.
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My channels
The MY CHANNELS page is accessed by long pressing the numeric 9
key.
This page provides a shortcut to frequently accessed channels.
The first time this page is opened, the entire channel list is shown so
that the desired shortcut channels can be selected.
Subsequent opening of this page will show a list of only the selected
channels. Choosing one of the channel options immediately exits the
page and sets the radio to that channel.
The available shortcut channels can be changed at any time using

EDIT MY CHANNELS.
¼ Note: Channels on this list are also used in some SCAN options.
Access to edit the MY CHANNELS list is also available from the SCAN
menu.
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Shortcuts
The Shortcuts page is accessed by long pressing the VOL/SQL selector
key.
This page is provided as a shortcut to frequently accessed functions.
The shortcut options available on this page are subject to selections
made in ADD/EDIT SHORTCUTS.
Add/Edit Shortcuts
Long press the VOL/SQ selector key.
Choose from the list of options which menu options should be added
as shortcuts:
¼ Note: The MY VHF page is available to the operator only when

enabled as a shortcut – or by long pressing the VOL/SQL
selector key.
Its purpose is solely for displaying radio information in one easy to
access screen. It provides detail on the MMSI number, GPS data status,
Vessel Callsign (if entered), software and hardware version and the
radio’s serial number.
Once the desired shortcuts have been selected, they are accessible
directly from the Shortcuts page:
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MOB and NAV functions
Man Over Board (MOB)
An MOB is generated by press and hold SCAN and TRI keys
together.
The screen will change to MOB navigation mode to help navigate
back to the MOB location:
• DST shows the current distance to MOB waypoint.

• STEER shows the current bearing to MOB waypoint direction
indicators showing:
• for turn to port,
• for straight ahead, and
• for turn to starboard.
¼ Note: An MOB waypoint is sent to a connected MFD via NMEA
2000®.
¼ Note: You can also manually send a MAN OVERBOARD
DISTRESS message via DSC. When in DISTRESS, select the MAN
OVERBOARD category.
Long press the SCAN and TRI keys at the same time to set a new
MOB waypoint at the current location. A pop up screen will appear
with 2 choices:
• RESUME CURRENT MOB: to close pop up and resume current MOB

navigation.
• CREATE NEW MOB: to cancel current MOB navigation and create a
new Man-Over-Board (MOB) waypoint at the current location.
Short press X/POWER to close the pop up and resume current MOB
navigation.
Long press X/POWER to exit MOB navigation. A pop up screen will
appear with 2 choices:
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• KEEP CURRENT MOB: to return to normal operation mode without
cancelling MOB navigation.
• CANCEL CURRENT MOB: to cancel current MOB navigation and
return to normal radio operation mode.
Navigation Function (NAV)

Long press 6 to enter the NAV (Navigation) mode. The screen will
change to navigation mode displaying the vessel’s current SOG and
COG
Press the X / POWER key to exit NAV mode and return to normal radio
operation mode.
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Installation
What’s in the box
The following items should be supplied in the box. Check before
starting the installation and contact your dealer if an item is missing.
¼ Note: A VHF antenna is not provided. Consult your Simrad® or
B&G® dealer for advice on selecting the correct antenna for your
installation.
¼ Note: Systems utilizing the NRS-2 Blackbox requires an
additional VHF/AIS antenna which is not provided. Consult
your Simrad® or B&G® dealer for advice on selecting the correct
antenna for your installation.
Blackbox with the following items:

No. Description # of
items
1 NRS-1 or NRS-2 Blackbox (BB) 1
2 AP-1 Accessory pack: BB Connectors 1
2.1 2pin green connector (for power & Hailer) 2
2.2 8pin green connector (for wired speakers) 1
2.3 8pin green connector (for auxiliary wiring) 1
2.4 Wireless dipole antenna – SMA 1
2.5 Spare fuse – 10A – Blade type 1
3 AP-2 Accessory pack: BB mounting kit 1
3.1 S/S Pan-head self-tapping screw (M4 x 25) 4
3.2 S/S Pan-head machine screw (M4 x 25) 4
3.3 S/S flat washer (M4) 4
3.4 S/S split washer (M4) 4
3.5 S/S hex nut (M4) 4
4 AP-8 Accessory pack: Cable retainer 1
4.1 Cable retainer 1
4.2 S/S Pan-head self-tapping screw (M4x12) 2
4.3 Wire ties 10
5 System Document pack 1
5.1 System User Manual 1
5.2 Quick Start Guide 1
5.3 System Declaration of Conformity 1
5.4 Warranty card 1
6 Blackbox Power Cable (1m) 1
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Fixed Handset with the following items:
items
1 HS100 or H100 Fixed Handset (FHS) 1
2 CR100 FHS Mounting Cradle 1
3 AP-3 Accessory pack: FHS cradle mounting kit 1
4 CH100-5 FHS Cable (5m) 1
5 AP-4 Accessory pack: FHS cable kit 1
5.1 Bulkhead mounting plate 1
5.2 Bulkhead mounting plate rubber gasket 1
5.3 Cable rubber gasket 1
5.4 8pin green connector for Handset 1
6 AP-5 Accessory pack: FHS cable mounting kit 1
7 Warranty card 1
Wired Speaker with the following items:

items
1 SP100 Speaker 1
2 Speaker mounting box 1
3 AP-6 Accessory pack: Speaker kit 1
3.1 Speaker mounting gasket 1
3.2 Speaker bezels 2
4 AP-7 Accessory pack: Speaker mounting kit 1
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5 Warranty card 1
GPS-500 antenna with the following items (NRS-2

Systems only):
items
1 GPS-500 GPS antenna 1
2 See documentation provided in the GPS-500
box
Mounting guidelines
Choose the mounting location carefully, ensuring there are no hidden
electrical wires or other parts behind the panel before you drill or cut.
Ensure that any holes cut are in a safe position and will not weaken
the boat’s structure. If in doubt, consult a qualified boat builder, or
marine electronics installer.
¼ Note: If more than one VHF antenna is installed, ensure
adequate separation between antennas to prevent antenna
cross-talk. This may vary between installations and should be
tested before mounting locations are confirmed. Mount units
at least 50 cm (1.5 ft) away from a compass to avoid creating
magnetic deviation of the compass.
Don’ts:
• Do not mount any part where it can be used as a hand hold,
where it might be submerged, or where it will interfere with the
operation, launching, or retrieving of the boat.
• Do not install in a hazardous or flammable environment.
Do’s:
• Mount to surface areas that are clean with no dirt, old paint, nor
debris.
• Mount units at least 1 m (3 ft) away from the VHF antenna.
Mounting the Blackbox

¼ Notes: Allow easy access to the Blackbox for connection to the
12 V DC power supply, the antenna(s), and additional wiring.

• The Blackbox can be positioned vertically on a bulkhead or
horizontally. Avoid positions that might get wet or hot, such as
in the engine compartment or close to the bilge.
• The Blackbox is not water-proof.
• If mounting the Blackbox vertically, ensure the wiring glands
are facing downwards in order to prevent the ingress of water.
• Ensure all cables once fixed in place to do not put any strain or
tension on the Blackbox connectors.
⚠Warning: Under extreme operating conditions, the temperature
of the heat-sink on this radio may reach a surface temperature
that is unsafe to touch. Caution is advised to prevent possible
skin burns. Good ventilation is required. Choose a location
that will not expose the unit to conditions that exceed the
specifications. Refer to “Remote mounting the wireless antenna -
ST method (optional)” on page 81.
1 Temporary place the Blackbox onto the chosen mounting location
and mark the four mounting screw holes.
2 Drill screw holes using a 3.0 mm (1/8” ) drill bit if using the supplied
4.0x20 mm self-tapping screws; or a 4.1 mm (3/16”) drill bit if using
the supplied 4.0x28 machine screws.
3 Attach the Blackbox to the mounting location using the supplied
self-tapping screws or machine screws..
1
2 3

Mounting the CR100 fixed handset cradle
¼ Notes:
• The CR100 Fixed handset cradle is a passive unit and does not
require a power supply.
• The Fixed handset is provided with a 5m (16.4’) handset
extension cable. Ensure the chosenlocation is within the length
of the installed cable to the Blackbox.
• Longer lengths of handset extension cable is available from
your dealer.
• The handset LCD screen has an optimum horizontal and
vertical viewing angles within approx.+/-20 deg. Ensure the
chosen location provides a suitable view of the display. Ideally,
you should bedirectly in front of the display or no more than
+/-20 degrees from the front of the display.
1 Temporary place the handset cradle onto the chosen mounting
location and mark the two mounting screw holes.
the supplied 4.0x30 machine screws.
3 Attach the handset cradle to the mounting location using the
provided screws.
1
2 3

Mounting the handset cable connector
Each wired handset cable includes a connector assembly that must
be installed in a bulkhead, dashboard or other suitable panel.
1 Temporary place the plate (B) onto the chosen mounting location
and mark the two mounting screw holes.
2 Drill screw holes using a 2.5 mm (0.10” ) drill bit if using the
supplied M3x10 mm self-tapping screws; or a 3.1 mm (1/8”) drill bit
if using the supplied M3x20 machine screws.
3 Measure a 20.0mm (0.79”) halfway distance between the two
screw holes to find the center of the cable connector hole and
cut a 24.0 mm (0.94”) diameter hole, allowing space for the cable
connector’s overall dimensions.
4 Attach the connector cover, plate, and the gasket to the mounting
location using the provided screws.
1 2 3
20.0 mm (0.79”)
20.0 mm (0.79”)
4 E
C D
B
A
• A - Connector cover
• B - Plate
• C - Gasket
• D - Bulkhead
• E - Socket body
Mounting the BC-12 wireless handset cradle

¼ Notes: The BC-12 Wireless Handset Cradle requires a +12V DC
supply for charging. Ensure the selected location allows for the
power wire at the rear of the unit.
• The handset LCD screen has an optimum horizontal and
vertical viewing angles within approx. +/-20 deg. Ensure the
chosen location provides a suitable view of the display. Ideally,
you should be directly in front of the display or no more than
+/-20 degrees from the front of the display.
1 Temporary place the handset cradle onto the chosen mounting
location and mark the two mounting screw holes.
the supplied 4.0x30 machine screws. Cut another hole (54.5 mm
away from the middle hole) with a diameter of 3.6 mm for the
charger cable.
3 Attach the handset cradle to the mounting location using the
provided screws.
4 Connect the BC-12 red wire (A) to battery (+) via 2A fuse (D) (not
provided) and optional power switch (C). Connect the black wire
(B) to battery (-).
1 2
54.5 mm
(2.15”)
3 4
A
B C
D
12V DC
Mounting the Speaker

¼ Note: The wired speaker is provided with a 2m (6.5’) fixed cable.
The cable maybe extended if necessary using a minimum 14
AWG 2-pair cable.
Flush mounting
1 Cut a 98 mm (3.86”) diameter hole in the mounting surface,
allowing space for the speaker’s overall dimensions.
2 Remove the plastic bezels that cover the screw holes. Temporarily
fit the speaker and mark the four screw holes.
3 Drill holes of appropriate size for fasteners to be used.
4 Fit the foam gasket to the rear of the speaker. Apply sealant to the
screw holes and secure the speaker.
2
Surface mounting
1 Remove the plastic bezels that cover the screw holes on speaker
front. Mark the screw holes using the speaker as the template.
2 Drill holes of appropriate size for the fasteners to be used.
• Drill a hole in the mounting surface for the speaker wire,
ensuring hole is near one of the corner screw holes, to prevent
cable pinching under speaker.
3 Feed speaker wire through surface mount box and through
mounting surface hole.
• Apply sealant around the cable hole and the screw holes.
• Fix the speaker with fasteners through it and the box.
• Make sure the drain hole in box is oriented to be at lowest side.
• Replace the plastic bezels.

Mounting the GPS-500 antenna
¼ Note: The GPS-500 antenna is only optional for NRS-1 but
mandatory for NRS-2.
• It is not recommended that the GPS antenna is mounted up a mast
where the motion of the vessel will cause the antenna to swing
and potentially reduce the accuracy of the GPS position.
• Do not mount the GPS antenna within 1 m of a transmitting
device.
Mount the GPS-500 externally to either a (A) pole or (B) hard surface
then run the cable to the Blackbox. In all cases, ensure the selected
location enables the antenna to have a clear, unobstructed view of the
sky.
( A ) Pole ( B ) Hard surface

¼ Note: To pole mount the external GPS-500 antenna, you will
require a 1-inch 14 TPI thread pole:
• Screw the pole adapter onto the threaded portion of the pole.
• Feed the cable attached to the GPS antenna through the adapter
and pole.
• Mount the pole into position.
• Fit the GPS antenna to the pole adapter using the 2 small screws.
To surface mount the external GPS-500 antenna, select a flat clean
surface area that has a clear view of the sky. Mount the antenna using
the supplied gasket and the 2 small screws.
• Mark and drill the 2 mounting holes and a further hole if necessary
for the GPS cable.
• Install the gasket by firstly threading the attached cable through
the center of the gasket.
• Screw the GPS antenna to the mounting surface.
• Run the GPS cable to the Blackbox.
• Route the cable to the Blackbox, adding any necessary extension
cables.
• Connect the cable from the GPS antenna to the GPS connector
(SMA) on the Blackbox as described on this manual.
Wiring guidelines
Don’ts:
• Do not make sharp bends in the cables.
• Do not run cables in a way that allows water to flow down into the
connectors.
• Do not run the data cables adjacent to radar, transmitter, or large/
high current carrying cables or high frequency signal cables.
• Do not run cables so they interfere with mechanical systems.
• Do not run cables over sharp edges or burrs.
Do’s:
• Make drip and service loops.
• Use cable-tie on all cables to keep them secure.
• Solder/crimp and insulate all wiring connections if extending or
shortening the cables. Extending cables should be done with
suitable crimp connectors or solder and heat shrink. Keep joins as
high as possible to minimize possibility of water immersion.
• Leave room adjacent to connectors to ease plugging and
unplugging of cables.
• Connect the radio to a 12 V DC, negative ground power supply.
⚠Warning: All wiring on the radio should be done with the
vessel power supply turned off. While the radio power is polarity
protected, the fuse will blow if the connection is made the
wrong way round.
⚠Warning: All cables provided with the system is designed to

ensure the systems operates as designed under the stated
operating conditions. Ensure that if any wiring is extended, the
additional cabling is suitable to meet the system operating
requirements.
⚠Warning: A Halier cable is not supplied. If using the Hailer/Fog

Horn/Announce function, use a cable with the same profile and
conductor size as the supplied power cable.

Blackbox connector details
Wiring receptacles are accessible under the connector cover on the
base unit. Remove the 6 screws on the cover plate to expose the
wiring connectors:
Cable Grommets
There are two cable sealing rubber grommets at the front of the
Blackbox. Wires must pass through the allocated slot in the grommet
(L1-7 and R1-7) as indicated to create an IPx5 seal.
Slots have a thin rubber membrane to ensure unused slots remain
sealed.
Press the wire through the allocated slot to break the seal prior to
adding the connector.
1 2 3 6 6 3 2 1
L 4 5 7 7 5 4 R
To access the rubber grommets, remove the grommet retainer

bracket.
Ensure the grommet retainer and connector cover is replaced once
the wiring is completed.
¼ Note: The connectors are color coded to help you with the
installation.
FUSE S1+ MIC+ MIC+ RX_A

10 A S1- MIC- MIC- RX_B + -
+ -
H
S2+ PWR PWR TX_A
S2- PTT PTT TX_B
PC
A
S3+ TR-B TR-B HRN-
GND S3- TR-A HRN+
HAILER
TR-A
12V DC S4+ GND GND SSW-
S4- VCC VCC SSW+
SKP1-4 HS1 HS2 HS3 HS4 AUX
C D E F F F G
GND (A)
Optional ground connection. May help with induced noise issues.
Ring terminal size M3, #5.
FUSE (B)
10 A mini-blade type fuse.
12V DC (C)
Vessels battery + and – power supply connection:
Connect to vessel’s 12 V DC
+ Red supply, via a switch panel or
breaker. L1
- Black Connect to vessel’s DC supply
negative.

SPK1 - 4 (D)
Wired Speakers SPK1-4. Connect (+) Red terminal to speaker (+) and (-)
black to speaker (-):
S1+ RED External Speaker-1 (+) red wire

L2
S1- BLACK External Speaker-1 (-) black wire
L3
L4
L5
HS1 (E)
Handset connection. HS1 is the main handset. All systems MUST have
HS1 connected. The system can only be turned ON or OFF via HS1;
unless AUTO POWER is ON:
MIC+ WHITE Handset white wire

MIC- GREY Handset grey wire
PWR ORANGE Handset orange wire
PTT GREEN Handset green wire
L6
TR-B BLUE Handset blue wire
TR-A YELLOW Handset yellow wire
GND BLACK Handset black wire
VCC RED Handset red wire
HS2-4 (F)
HS2 additional fixed handset (optional). Same wiring as HS1 L7
HS3 additional fixed handset (optional). Same wiring as HS1 R6
HS4 additional fixed handset (optional). Same wiring as HS1 R7

AUX (G)
Auxiliary connections for NMEA 0183®, Horn key and AIS Silent Switch:
NMEA 0183® TX_A of chart plotter, or
RX_A RA
GPS data
NMEA 0183® TX_B of chart plotter, or
RX_B RB R2
GPS data
TX_A TA NMEA 0183® RX_A of chart plotter
TX_B TB NMEA 0183® RX_B of chart plotter
HRN- H- HORN. Connect a Normally Open, R3
HRN+ H+ momentary switch
SSW- S- AIS Silent Switch (NRS-2 only).
Connect a Normally Open, latching R4
SSW+ S+
switch
HAILER (H)
Hailer Speaker connection:
+ Red Connect to Hailer speaker (+)
R1
- Black Connect to Hailer speaker (1)
Plug-in connections
VHF WIRELESS GPS N2K AIS
A B C D E
VHF (A)
PL-259: Connect to a marine VHF antenna using the 50-ohm cable
fitted with a PL-259 connector.
WIRELESS (B)
RP-SMA: connect the supplied wireless dipole antenna.
Used for communication between wireless handsets.
An optional 6 meter extension cable is available so the dipole antenna
can be mounted in a position for better coverage. Refer to “Remote
mounting the wireless antenna - ST method (optional)” on page 81
and “Remote mounting the wireless antenna - RA method (optional)”
on page 82.
GPS (C)
SMA: for GPS reception (optional for NRS-1, but mandatory for NRS-2).
Connect to an external passive GPS-500 antenna.
N2K (D)
NMEA 2000® network connection. For connection to an NMEA 2000®
network.
AIS (E)
PL-259: (NRS-2only) for AIS receiving and transmitting. Connect to
a marine VHF antenna using the 50-ohm cable fitted with a PL-259
connector.
¼ Notes:
• For NRS-2 dual antenna requirements - It is possible to use
a single VHF antenna if connected to an NSPL-500 Antenna
Splitter. Refer to NSPL-500 instructions for further details.
• Handsets HS2-4, External speaker(s), Hailer and network
connections are optional.

Remote mounting the wireless antenna - ST
method (optional)
¼ Note: This ST (straight through) method is used for situations
where the cable comes from behind the mounting plate (e.g.
through a wall).
1 Temporary place the plate (C) onto the chosen mounting location
1 2 3
20.0 mm (0.79”)
20.0 mm (0.79”)
A F
D
C E
B
• A - Wireless antenna
• B - Connector cover
• C - Plate
• D - Gasket
• E - Bulkhead
• F - Cable

Remote mounting the wireless antenna - RA
method (optional)
¼ Note: This method is using the RA (right angle) adapter for
situations where the cable comes from below the mounting
plate and to reduce the wireless cable bend radius (e.g. within a
wall cavity).
1 Temporary place the plate (C) onto the chosen mounting location
1 2 3
20.0 mm (0.79”)
20.0 mm (0.79”)
A
F
D E
C
B G
• A - Wireless antenna
• B - Connector cover
• C - Plate
• D - Gasket
• E - Bulkhead
• F - RA SMA adapter
• G - Cable
Wiring diagram
A E
B C D
T T
_ +
G
G
K L
H
I M
N
+ _
J
A AIS Antenna (NRS-2 only)

B GPS-500 (NRS-1 optional; NRS-2 mandatory)
C NMEA 2000® GPS Source (Optional on NRS-1 only)
D Navico MFD
E VHF Antenna
F Wireless Dipole Antenna (Optional 6 meter extension cable
available)
G Fixed Handsets (HS1 mandatory, HS2, HS3, HS4 optional)
H Wired Speakers (Optional - 4 max)
I Breaker/Power Switch
J 12V DC Power Supply
K NRS-1 / NRS-2 Blackbox
L HAILER/HORN Speaker
M Silent Switch (NRS-2 only) - (Normally open, toggle)
N HORN button - (Normally open, momentary)
First time startup configuration
⚠Warning: Never operate the radio without the antenna
connected. This may damage the transmitter.
The first time the radio is powered up, the user is prompted to make a
series of setting selections in order to allow the radio to perform to its
full potential. Some steps must be completed; some are optional and
can be completed later.
¼ Note: Press DSC/MENU key to move the cursor 1 digit to the left;
press TRI key to skip this screen and move to the next; press X
key to go back one screen.
The steps are outlined below for reference:
1 Select the country and region the radio will be operated in.
2 Enter MMSI number if known, or skip to next step. Re-enter

number to confirm correct entry:
¼ Note: MMSI entry can only be done once. Changing the MMSI
requires radio be returned to a Simrad®/B&G® dealer.
3 If you have selected the Country mode to be EU, some EU regions
require you to setup ATIS. Enter the ATIS ID number. Re-enter
number to confirm correct entry:

4 Enter vessel call sign if known, or skip to next step (maximum 7
digits):
5 Select a GPS source:
NRS-1 NRS-2
6 Set the time offset for your region. Time Offset in 24 hour format:
7 Select 12 HOUR or 24 HOUR format:
8 Select CONFIGURE AIS to configure CLASS-B AIS (NRS-2 only).

10 VHF Radio Help and
Troubleshooting Guide
This guide aims to help resolve an issue you may encounter with the
system during installation or operation.
In some cases, a restart of the system may remedy the situation;
however, other steps may need to be followed such as performing a
factory reset.
Additionally, refer to the built-in system diagnostics screens to assist in
resolving issues.
Software updates
The System software can be updated via the NMEA 2000® network
using a connected Simrad®/B&G® MFD.
Software for the Blackbox, Fixed Handset(s), and Wireless Handset(s) is
available in one update file available from the Help & Support section
on the brand websites:
• www.simrad-yachting.com
• www.bandg.com
Factory Reset
Refer to “Reset” on page 48 for more details.
¼ Note: MMSI, ATIS ID and AIS vessel details will not be changed.
System Diagnostics screens

Refer to “Diagnostics” on page 46 to display System, AIS, NMEA
2000® and GPS diagnostics screens.
My VHF shortcut
The My VHF shortcut provides hardware, software, vessel and GPS
details that can be helpful when requesting support.
Refer to “Shortcuts” on page 62 for more details.
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Power LED
LED color Function Details
System turned OFF.
None System OFF
No power to the unit. Check connections and fuse.
GREEN- System Powering Power-on self-test in progress (VHF VSWR, TX, RX).
flashing ON GPS system initializing, no fix.
Power-on self-test passed. System powered on and
GREEN Power ON
functional, GPS fix obtained.
RED- SYSTEM ERROR Power-on self-test failed. Refer to diagnostic screens
flashing CONDITION for diagnosing actual system fault.
AIS LED (NRS-2 only)

Color Function Details
GREEN TX (momentary flash) AIS TX
AIS VSWR, TX, RX etc.
RED-flashing AIS ERROR CONDITION Refer to AIS diagnostic screen for
diagnosing actual AIS fault.
SILENT SWITCH MODE AIS Silent Mode is active.
ORANGE
ACTIVE
ORANGE-flashing RX (momentary flash) AIS RX
AIS Pop-up warning messages (NRS-2 only)

Error Error type Reason Details
message
1 AIS Pop-up AIS baseband Detect when AIS first powers on.
BASEBAND message unable to Restart the system, if error repeats then
ERROR! initialize service required.
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Error Error type Reason Details
message
2 AIS VSWR Pop-up AIS antenna Detect at each AIS transmission. Either
ERROR! message VSWR the antenna is missing (open circuit),
detection or damaged (short circuit). Can also
(open circuit be due to corrosion of wiring or
or short connections. Can continue operating,
circuit) however Tx and Rx will be affected.
Recommend replacing antenna.
3 AIS AIS Icon AIS channel Detect every 4 seconds. Usually
CHANNEL flashes ERR background because all AIS-CS transmit slots are
ERROR noise exceeds busy. The system will transmit when
-77dbm slots are available.
4 AIS AIS Icon AIS channel Detect when channel settings
FREQUENCY flashes ERR frequency changes (by Msg22 or DSC channel
ERROR settings management).
invalid
5 AIS PLL Pop-up AIS channel Detect at each AIS transmission. Phase
ERROR! message PLL UNLOCK Locked Loop abnormal. Restart the
or not system, if error repeats then service
functioning required.
Troubleshooting
System
Issue Reason Details

1 Check the blade fuse in the unit and ensure
Fuse blown in
the correct amperage (10A). Reset the circuit
Blackbox
breaker
2 Incorrect fuse / Ensure correct fuse / breaker rating at fuse /
Unit won’t breaker size breaker panel
3 power ON Damaged wiring Check wiring maybe damaged or corroded.
4 System cannot Power to the system can only be turned on
be turned on from a fixed handset. Short press power button
from a Wireless on any fixed handset
Handset

5 Repeated Check wiring: POWER (+) should be connected
blown fuse to Battery (+)
Wiring reverse
or circuit
polarity
breaker
tripping
6 A built-in low voltage safety feature shuts the
system down when the supply voltage drops
Insufficient below the value specified in the specifications.
System
power available
shuts down
at the Blackbox Likely to happen when the VHF is transmitting
when
power terminals at HI (25W) power.
transmitting
/ flat battery
Check wiring is capable of supplying required
current
7 No sound Volume is set Check volume is not at minimum and adjust as
from too low required
8 Handset Handset speaker Turn handset speaker ON.
speaker is turned OFF
9 Incorrect wiring Confirm wiring is correct
10 Volume is set Check volume is not at minimum and adjust as
No sound
too low required
from wired
11 speaker Incorrect Check speaker assignments including offset
speaker value. You may need to set a minimum offset
assignment value so speaker volume does not go too low
12 Incorrect GPS Check GPS Source is correct – Internal or
Source Setting Networked
13 Antenna External GPS antenna location unsuitable.
No GPS fix
covered Ensure the antenna has a clear view of the sky
14 Poor coverage in Unable to get a 3D fix in the current location
current location

VHF

For radio-to-radio communications, ensure a
1 Simplex channel is used. Refer to “Channel charts”
Selected on page 98
channel is
Duplex, with You can easily check if a repeater is in range:
no repeater in select a Duplex channel, press PTT for a short time
2 range and then listen for a short burst/crack over the
Can TX but speaker shortly after releasing the PTT. If no burst,
don’t hear then there is no repeater in range.
a response
Squelch (SQL)
3 Adjust squelch so that noise just clears.
not set correctly
Channel is set to Receiving station is out of range. Change to HI
4
LO (1W) power (25W) power where available (long press OK key)
Check VHF antenna. Test with a known good
5 Faulty antenna
antenna
Can RX Channel is set to Receiving station is out of range. Change to HI
6
but station LO (1W) power (25W) power where available (long press OK key)
can’t hear Check VHF antenna. Test with a known properly
7 me Faulty antenna
functioning antenna
Digital
Radio has ATIS
noise each Only use ATIS function while navigating in
8 function turned
time I European waterways. Turn ATIS OFF otherwise
ON
release PTT
The radio is
optimized to
operate at +13.6
V DC, ±1V DC. Ensure the radio is operating within the
9
Voltages outside optimized voltage range
this may cause
Reduced Tx reduced VHF
power level output power
Check all antenna connections. A bad antenna
connection will reduce power levels.
10 Failing antenna
Check antenna cable for corrosion due to water
ingress

AIS Class-B (NRS-2 only)

A VHF antenna must be connected to the AIS
1 No AIS Antenna
antenna port
All details in the AIS setup screen must be
AIS details not
2 completed before the AIS system can commence
completed
AIS won’t transmitting.
TX A valid MMSI must be added before the AIS system
3 No MMSI
can commence transmitting
4 No GPS fix A GPS fix must be obtained
Silent Switch is The AIS system will receive but not transmit while
5
ON Silent mode is active. Set Silent Switch to OFF
DSC / ATIS

You must enter a valid MMSI before DSC can be
1 No MMSI
used
DSC function
2 DSC is off Turn DSC function ON.
turned OFF
ATIS is turned ON. ATIS and DSC cannot be ON at
3 ATIS is ON
the same time.
ATIS function
4 not available on ATIS is only available on EU models
my system
You must enter a valid MMSI before DSC can be
5 No MMSI
ATIS is off used
ATIS function
6 Turn ATIS function ON.
turned OFF
DSC is turned ON. ATIS and DSC can ot be ON at
7 DSC is ON
the same time.
Digital Radio has ATIS Only use ATIS function while navigating in
noise each function turned European waterways. Turn ATIS OFF otherwise.
8
time I ON
release PTT

HS100, H100

System not System must first be turned ON from any fixed
1
turned ON handset.
Handset
screen Adjust in Contrast menu. It may be difficult to get
blank Contrast setting to the Contrast menu if you are not able to see the
2
too low screen. It will be easier to follow your steps when
viewing on a second handset.
VHF/AIS antennas

1 Antennas too
Antenna cross-
close to each Ensure adequate separation between antennas
talk
other
2 Communication Having an obstruction such as an exhaust
Obstruction on
in one direction stack or sail mast on one side of the antenna
one side of the
but not the can interfere with transmissions and reception
antenna
other from that direction.

11 RS100/B, V100/B Specifications
System features
Local/Distant control:
LL Position polling:
Group call:
Yes
Yes
Yes
Call logs: Yes - 20 individual and 10 distress
Channel naming: Yes
Handset naming: Yes
Dual watch / Tri watch: Yes
Favorite channel scan: Yes
All scan: Yes
User programmable MMSI: Yes
User programmable ATIS ID: Yes
MMSI and NAME directory: Yes - 50 vessel contacts and 20
group contacts
Software updates: Yes, via NMEA 2000®
Technical
12 V DC battery system; negative
ground
Operating voltage range: +10.8 V to
+15.6 V
Nominal operating voltage: + 13.6
V DC
Power supply:
Low battery alert: 10.8 V DC +/- 0.25
V
Under voltage protection: <9.1 V
+/- 0.25 V
Over voltage protection: >15.6 V
+/- 0.25 V
Transmit: ≤ 6 A @ 25 W (Hi) / 1.5 A @
1W (Lo)
Standby - RS100/V100, 1 FHS: Less
Current drain:
than 400 mA
Standby - RS100-B/V100-B, 1 FHS:
Less than 650 mA
Replacement fuse: 10 A, mini-blade type
Temperature range: -20 ˚C to +55 ˚C (-4 ˚F to 131 ˚F)
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Software version: V5.20 (at time of release)
NRS-1, NRS-2: B (Protected)
Equipment category: HS100, H100, SP100: B (Protected)
HS40, H60: A (Portable)
Connector: SO-239 (50 ohm) x1
VHF antenna: Antenna Type: Dipole
Antenna Gain value: 6 dBi
Connector: SO-239 (50 ohm) x1
AIS antenna (NRS-2 only): Antenna Type: Dipole
Antenna Gain value: 6 dBi
GPS antenna connector: SMA (female) x1
Wireless connector: RP-SMA (female) x1
Compass safe distance: 0.5 m (1.5’)
Baud rate: Selectable 38400 or 4800
BAUD
Input (RS100,V100): RMC, GGA, GLL,
GNS
Input (RS100-B,V100-B): RMC, GGA,
NMEA 0183®:
GLL, GNS,HDG, HDM, HDT
Output (RS100,V100): DSC, DSE,
MOB, VDM
Output (RS100-B,V100-B): DSC, DSE,
MOB, VDM, VDO
Yes x 1
NMEA 2000®:
See Chapter 13 for supported PGNs
Output: 5 W @ 4 ohm x 4
External speaker: Recommended speaker: 4 ohm,
minimum 8 W
Output: 24W @ 4 ohm x 1
Hailer speaker: Recommended speaker: 4 ohm,
minimum 30 W
NRS-1, NRS-2: IPx5
Waterproof: HS100, H100, SP100: IPx7
HS40, H60: IPx7
NRS-1, NRS-2: 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs)
Weight: HS100, H100: 1.46 kg (3.2 lbs)
SP100: 0.45 kg (1.0 lbs)
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VHF Transceiver
VHF Mode: 16K0G3E (FM) / 16K0G2B (DSC)
Usable channels (country International, Europe, USA, Canada,
specific): Weather
Channel spacing: 25 KHz
Frequency stability: ± 5 ppm
Frequency control: PLL
Class D (Global) with dual receiver
(individual CH70)
DSC mode:
TX Deviation at 1.3K: 2.6 ± 0.26 KHz
TX Deviation at 2.1K: 4.2 ± 0.42 KHz
TX Deviation at 1.3 KHz: 1.3 ± 0.13
KHz
ATIS mode:
TX Deviation at 2.1 KHz: 2.1 ± 0.21
KHz
VHF Transmitter
Transmitter Frequency range: 156.025 - 157.425 MHz
Output power: 25 W (23 ± 2) / 1 W (0.8 ± 0.2)
Transmitter protection: Open / short circuit of antenna
Frequency error: ≤± 1.5 KHz
Max Frequency deviation: ≤± 5
Spurious & harmonics Hi/Lo: ≤ 0.25 µ W
Modulation Distortion ±3KHz: ≤ 10 %
S/N at 3KHz Deviation: ≥ 40 dB
Audio Response at 1KHz: +1 to -3dB of 6 dB/octave from 300
hz to 3 KHz
VHF Receiver
Receiver frequency range: 156.050 - 163.275 MHz
12dB SINAD sensitivity: 0.25 µV (distant) / 0.8 µV (local) 20db
SINAD
sensitivity: 0.35 µV
Adjacent CH selectivity: more than 70 db
Spurious response: more than 70 db
Intermodulation rejection: more than 68 db
Residual noise level: more than -40 db unsquelched

AIS (Class-B) (NRS-2 only)
AIS mode: Class-B CS (CSTDMA)
AIS receive function: Yes, dual receivers (receive only)
RX sensitivity: less than -107 dbm at
20% PER
Co-channel rejection: 10 db at 20%
PER
AIS receive performance: Adjacent channel selectivity:70 db
at 20% PER
Intermodulation response rejection:
65 db at 20% PER
Blocking: 86 db at 20% PER
AIS transmit function: Yes, single
Frequency range: 161.500 to
162.025 MHz in 25 kHz steps
Output power: 33 dbm ± 1.5 db
Channel bandwidth: 25 kHz
AIS transmitter performance:
Modulation modes: 25 kHz GMSK
for AIS TX and RX
FrBit rate: 9600 b/s ± 50 ppm
(GMSK)
Built-in GPS Receiver

Receiving frequency: 1575.42 MHz
Tracking code: C/A code
Number of channels: 72 channels
Horizontal accuracy: <10 m
Position fixing time: Warm start: 30s, Cold start: 90s
Position update interval: 1 second typical
Wireless specifications
Wireless standard: 802.11 b/g/n20
Operating frequency: 2412~2472 MHz (for EU); 2412-2462
MHz (for US)
Rx Sensitivity (802.11 b - 11 -86 dBm (+/-2)
Mbps):
Tx Power (802.11 b - 11 Mbps): 9.77 dBm (Declaration for EU
Compliance)
Functional range: 80 m (Blackbox dipole antenna
-> handset; direct line of sight, no
obstructions)
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HS100 / H100 - Fixed handset
LCD display: FSTN 256x160 pixels, monochrome
Contrast control: Yes
Backlight synching: Yes, via NMEA 2000® network
Backlight: White LED; adjustable in 10 levels;
Day and Night mode
HS40 / H60 - Wireless handset

LCD display: FSTN 256x160 pixels, monochrome
Battery (internal): Li-Ion (lithium Ion); 3.6 V 2050 mAh
(5.1 Wh)
Charging system: Inductive charging when set on
cradle charger (BC-12)
Wireless standard: 802.11 b/g/n20
Operating frequency: 2412~2472 MHz (for EU); 2412-2462
MHz (for US)
Rx Sensitivity (802.11 b - 11 -86 dBm (+/-2)
Mbps):
Tx Power (802.11 b - 11 Mbps): 9.81 dBm (Declaration for EU
Compliance)
Functional range: 70 m (handset -> base station;
direct line of sight, no obstructions)
Handset cradle charger (BC-12)

HS40 cradle charger voltage: 12V DC battery system (negative
ground)
HS40 cradle charger DC ≤0.5 A
current drain:
Charger operating frequency: 131.125 KHz-176.600 KHz
Charger max. RF power: -10.88 dB μA/m @ 10 m
Environmental: IPx7
¼ Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

12 Channel charts
The following channel charts are provided for reference only and may
not be correct for all regions. It is the operators’ responsibility to ensure
correct channels and frequencies are used for local regulations.
EU and International channel chart

With reference to Appendix 18 (Rev.WRC-15) (See article 52).
¼ Note: For assistance in understanding the table, see Notes a) to
zz) below. (WRC-15)
¼ Note: The table below defines the channel numbering for
maritime VHF communications based on 25 kHz channel
spacing and use of several duplex channels. The channel
numbering and the conversion of two-frequency channels
for single-frequency operation shall be in accordance with
Recommendation ITU-R M.1084-5 Annex 4, Tables 1 and 3. The
table below also describes the harmonized channels where
the digital technologies defined in the most recent version of
Recommendation ITU-R M.1842 could be deployed. (WRC-15)
¼ Note: Depending on the country your radio is set to, not all
channels listed in the following table maybe available.
Transmitting Port operations and
Channel frequencies (MHz) Inter ship movement Public
Notes
designator From ship From coast ship Single Two fre- correspondence
stations stations frequency quency
60 m) 156.025 160.625 x x x
01 m) 156.050 160.650 x x x
61 m) 156.075 160.675 x x x
02 m) 156.100 160.700 x x x
62 m) 156.125 160.725 x x x
03 m) 156.150 160.750 x x x
63 m) 156.175 160.775 x x x
04 m) 156.200 160.800 x x x
64 m) 156.225 160.825 x x x
05 m) 156.250 160.850 x x x
65 m) 156.275 160.875 x x x
06 f) 156.300 x
2006 r) 160.900 160.900
66 m) 156.325 160.925 x x x
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07 m) 156.350 160.950 x x x
67 h) 156.375 156.375 x x
08 156.400 x
68 156.425 156.425 x
09 i) 156.450 156.450 x x
69 156.475 156.475 x x
10 h), q) 156.500 156.500 x x
70 f ), j) 156.525 156.525 Digital selective calling for distress, safety and
calling
11 q) 156.550 156.550 x
71 156.575 156.575 x
12 156.600 156.600 x
72 i) 156.625 x
13 k) 156.650 156.650 x x
73 h), i) 156.675 156.675 x x
14 156.700 156.700 x
74 156.725 156.725 x
15 g) 156.750 156.750 x x
75 n), s) 156.775 156.775 x
16 f) 156.800 156.800 Distress, safety and calling
76 n), s) 156.825 156.825 x
17 g) 156.850 156.850 x x
77 156.875 x
18 m) 156.900 161.500 x x x
78 m) 156.925 161.525 x x x
1078 156.925 156.925 x
2078 mm) 161.525 x
19 m) 156.950 161.550 x x x
1019 156.950 156.950 x
2019 mm) 161.550 x
79 m) 156.975 161.575 x x x
1079 156.975 156.975 x
2079 mm) 161.575 x
20 m) 157.000 161.600 x x x
1020 157.000 157.000 x
2020 mm) 161.600 x
80 y), wa) 157.025 161.625 x x x
21 y), wa) 157.050 161.650 x x x
81 y), wa) 157.075 161.675 x x x
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22 y), wa) 157.100 161.700 x x x
82 x), y), 157.125 161.725 x x x
wa)
23 x), y), 157.150 161.750 x x x
wa)
83 x), y), 157.175 161.775 x x x
wa)
24 w), 157.200 161.800 x x x
ww),
x), xx)
1024 w), 157.200
ww),
x), xx)
2024 w), 161.800 161.800 x
ww), (digital
x), xx) only)
84 w), 157.225 161.825 x x x
ww),
x), xx)
1084 w), 157.225
ww),
x), xx)
2084 w), 161.825 161.825 x
ww), (digital
x), xx) only)
25 w), 157.250 161.850 x x x
ww),
x), xx)
1025 w), 157.250
ww),
x), xx)
2025 w), 161.850 161.850 x
ww), (digital
x), xx) only)
85 w), 157.275 161.875 x x x
ww),
x), xx)
1085 w), 157.275
ww),
x), xx)

2085 w), 161.875 161.875 x
ww), (digital
x), xx) only)
26 w), 157.300 161.900 x x x
ww),
x)
1026 w), 157.300
ww),
x)
2026 w), 161.900
ww),
x)
86 w), 157.325 161.925 x x x
ww),
x)
1086 w), 157.325
ww),
x)
2086 w), 161.925
ww),
x)
27 z), zx) 157.350 161.950 x x
1027 z), zz) 157.350 157.350 x
ASM 1
z) 161.950 161.950
(was 2027)
87 z), zz) 157.375 157.375 x
28 z), zx) 157.400 162.000 x x
1028 z), zz) 157.400 157.400 x
ASM2 z) 162.000 162.000
(was 2028)
88 z), zz) 157.425 157.425 x
AIS 1 f ), l), 161.975 161.975
p)
AIS 2 f ), l), 162.025 162.025
p)

General notes referring to the table
a) Administrations may designate frequencies in the inter-ship, port operations and ship
movement services for use by light aircraft and helicopters to communicate with ships
or participating coast stations in predominantly maritime support operations under the
conditions specified in Nos. 51.69, 51.73, 51.74, 51.75, 51.76, 51.77 and 51.78.
However, the use of the channels which are shared with public correspondence shall be
subject to prior agreement between interested and affected administrations.
b) The channels of the present Appendix, with the exception of channels 06, 13, 15, 16, 17,
70, 75 and 76, may also be used for high-speed data and facsimile transmissions, subject
to special arrangement between interested and affected administrations.
c) The channels of the present Appendix, with the exception of channels 06, 13, 15, 16, 17,
70, 75 and 76, may be used for direct-printing telegraphy and data transmission, subject
to special arrangement between interested and affected administrations. (WRC-12)
d) The frequencies in this table may also be used for radiocommunications on inland
waterways in accordance with the conditions specified in No. 5.226.
e) Administrations may apply 12.5 kHz channel interleaving on a non-interference basis to
25 kHz channels, in accordance with the most recent version of Recommendation ITU-R
M.1084, provided:
• it shall not affect the 25 kHz channels of the present Appendix maritime mobile
distress and safety, automatic identification system (AIS), and data exchange
frequencies, especially the channels 06, 13, 15, 16, 17, 70, AIS 1 and AIS 2, nor the
technical characteristics set forth in Recommendation ITU-R M.489-2 for those
channels;
• implementation of 12.5 kHz channel interleaving and consequential national
requirements shall be subject to coordination with affected administrations. (WRC-
12)
Specific notes referring to the table

f) The frequencies 156.300 MHz (channel 06), 156.525 MHz (channel 70), 156.800 MHz
(channel 16), 161.975 MHz (AIS 1) and 162.025 MHz (AIS 2) may also be used by aircraft
stations for the purpose of search and rescue operations and other safety-related
communication. (WRC-07)
g) Channels 15 and 17 may also be used for on-board communications provided the
effective radiated power does not exceed 1 W, and subject to the national regulations
of the administration concerned when these channels are used in its territorial waters.
h) Within the European Maritime Area and in Canada, these frequencies (channels 10, 67,
73) may also be used, if so required, by the individual administrations concerned, for
communication between ship stations, aircraft stations and participating land stations
engaged in coordinated search and rescue and anti-pollution operations in local areas,
under the conditions specified in Nos. 51.69, 51.73, 51.74, 51.75, 51.76, 51.77 and
51.78.
i) The preferred first three frequencies for the purpose indicated in Note a) are 156.450
MHz (channel 09), 156.625 MHz (channel 72) and 156.675 MHz (channel 73).
j) Channel 70 is to be used exclusively for digital selective calling for distress, safety and
calling.
k) Channel 13 is designated for use on a worldwide basis as a navigation safety
communication channel, primarily for intership navigation safety communications. It
may also be used for the ship movement and port operations service subject to the
national regulations of the administrations concerned.
l) These channels (AIS 1 and AIS 2) are used for an automatic identification system (AIS)
capable of providing worldwide operation, unless other frequencies are designated on
a regional basis for this purpose. Such use should be in accordance with the most recent
version of Recommendation ITU-R M.1371. (WRC-07)
m) These channels may be operated as single frequency channels, subject to coordination
with affected administrations. The following conditions apply for single frequency
usage:
• The lower frequency portion of these channels may be operated as single
frequency channels by ship and coast stations.
• Transmission using the upper frequency portion of these channels is limited to
coast stations.
• If permitted by administrations and specified by national regulations, the upper
frequency portion of these channels may be used by ship stations for transmission.
All precautions should be taken to avoid harmful interference to channels AIS 1, AIS
2, 2027* and 2028*. (WRC-15)
* From 1 January 2019, channel 2027 will be designated ASM 1 and channel 2028 will
be designated ASM 2.
mm) Transmission on these channels is limited to coast stations.
• If permitted by administrations and specified by national regulations, these
channels may be used by ship stations for transmission. All precautions should be
taken to avoid harmful interference to channels AIS 1, AIS 2, 2027* and 2028*. (WRC-
15)
* From 1 January 2019, channel 2027 will be designated ASM 1 and channel 2028 will
be designated ASM 2.
n) With the exception of AIS, the use of these channels (75 and 76) should be restricted to
navigation-related communications only and all precautions should be taken to avoid
harmful interference to channel 16, by limiting the output power to 1 W. (WRC-12)
o) (SUP - WRC-12)
p) Additionally, AIS 1 and AIS 2 may be used by the mobile-satellite service (Earth-to-space)
for the reception of AIS transmissions from ships. (WRC-07)

q) When using these channels (10 and 11), all precautions should be taken to avoid harmful
interference to channel 70. (WRC-07)
r) In the maritime mobile service, this frequency is reserved for experimental use for
future applications or systems (e.g. new AIS applications, man over board systems, etc.).
If authorized by administrations for experimental use, the operation shall not cause
harmful interference to, or claim protection from, stations operating in the fixed and
mobile services. (WRC-12)
s) Channels 75 and 76 are also allocated to the mobile-satellite service (Earth-to-space) for
the reception of long- range AIS broadcast messages from ships (Message 27; see the
most recent version of Recommendation ITU-R M.1371). (WRC-12)
t) (SUP – WRC-15)
u) SUP – WRC-15)
v) SUP – WRC-15)
w) In Regions 1 and 3:
• Until 1 January 2017, the frequency bands 157.200-157.325 MHz and 161.800-161.925
MHz (corresponding to channels: 24, 84, 25, 85, 26 and 86) may be used for digitally
modulated emissions, subject to coordination with affected administrations.
Stations using these channels or frequency bands for digitally modulated
emissions shall not cause harmful interference to, or claim protection from, other
stations operating in accordance with Article 5.
• From 1 January 2017, the frequency bands 157.200-157.325 MHz and 161.800-
161.925 MHz (corresponding to channels: 24, 84, 25, 85, 26 and 86) are identified
for the utilization of the VHF Data Exchange System (VDES) described in the most
recent version of Recommendation ITU-R M.2092. These frequency bands may
also be used for analogue modulation described in the most recent version of
Recommendation ITU-R M.1084 by an administration that wishes to do so, subject
to not causing harmful interference to, or claiming protection from other stations
in the maritime mobile service using digitally modulated emissions and subject to
coordination with affected administrations. (WRC-15)
wa) In Regions 1 and 3:
• Until 1 January 2017, the frequency bands 157.025-157.175 MHz and 161.625-
161.775 MHz (corresponding to channels: 80, 21, 81, 22, 82, 23 and 83) may be
used for digitally modulated emissions, subject to coordination with affected
administrations. Stations using these channels or frequency bands for digitally
modulated emissions shall not cause harmful interference to, or claim protection
from, other stations operating in accordance with Article 5.
• From 1 January 2017, the frequency bands 157.025-157.100 MHz and 161.625-161.700
MHz (corresponding to channels: 80, 21, 81 and 22) are identified for utilization of
the digital systems described in the most recent version of Recommendation ITU-R
M.1842 using multiple 25 kHz contiguous channels.

• From 1 January 2017, the frequency bands 157.150-157.175 MHz and 161.750-
161.775 MHz (corresponding to channels: 23 and 83) are identified for utilization
of the digital systems described in the most recent version of Recommendation
ITU-R M.1842 using two 25 kHz contiguous channels. From 1 January 2017, the
frequencies 157.125 MHz and 161.725 MHz (corresponding to channel: 82) are
identified for the utilization of the digital systems described in the most recent
version of Recommendation ITU-R M.1842.
• The frequency bands 157.025-157.175 MHz and 161.625-161.775 MHz (corresponding
to channels: 80, 21, 81, 22, 82, 23 and 83) can also be used for analogue modulation
described in the most recent version of Recommendation ITU-R M.1084 by an
administration that wishes to do so, subject to not claiming protection from other
stations in the maritime mobile service using digitally modulated emissions and
subject to coordination with affected administrations. (WRC-15)
ww) In Region 2:
• The frequency bands 157.200-157.325 and 161.800-161.925 MHz (corresponding to
channels: 24, 84, 25, 85, 26 and 86) are designated for digitally modulated emissions
in accordance with the most recent version of Recommendation ITU-R M.1842. In
Canada and Barbados, from 1 January 2019 the frequency bands 157.200-157.275
and 161.800-161.875 MHz (corresponding to channels: 24, 84, 25 and 85) may be
used for digitally modulated emissions, such as those described in the most recent
version of Recommendation ITU-R M.2092, subject to coordination with affected
administrations. (WRC-15)
x) From 1 January 2017, in Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius,
Mozambique, Namibia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Seychelles, South Africa,
Swaziland, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe, the frequency bands 157.125-157.325 and
161.725-161.925 MHz (corresponding to channels: 82, 23, 83, 24, 84, 25, 85, 26 and 86) are
designated for digitally modulated emissions.
• From 1 January 2017, in China, the frequency bands 157.150-157.325 and 161.750-
161.925 MHz (corresponding to channels: 23, 83, 24, 84, 25, 85, 26 and 86) are
designated for digitally modulated emissions. (WRC-12)
xx) From 1 January 2019, the channels 24, 84, 25 and 85 may be merged in order to form
a unique duplex channel with a bandwidth of 100 kHz in order to operate the VDES
terrestrial component described in the most recent version of Recommendation ITU-R
M.2092. (WRC-15)
y) These channels may be operated as single or duplex frequency channels, subject to
coordination with affected administrations. (WRC-12)
z) Until 1 January 2019, these channels may be used for possible testing of future AIS
applications without causing harmful interference to, or claiming protection from,
existing applications and stations operating in the fixed and mobile services.
• From 1 January 2019, these channels are each split into two simplex channels.
The channels 2027 and 2028 designated as ASM 1 and ASM 2 are used for
application specific messages (ASM) as described in the most recent version of

Recommendation ITU-R M.2092. (WRC-15)
zx) In the United States,
• these channels are used for communication between ship stations and coast
stations for the purpose of public correspondence. (WRC-15)
zz) From 1 January 2019,
• channels 1027, 1028, 87 and 88 are used as single-frequency analogue channels for
port operation and ship movement. (WRC-15)
Source: ITU Radio Regulations ; reproduced with permission from ITU

USA channel chart
Transmitting frequencies
Channel (MHz)
S/D/R Channel name Restrictions
designator From ship From coast
stations stations
6 156.300 156.300 S SAFETY
8 156.400 156.400 S COMMERCIAL
9 156.450 156.450 S CALLING
10 156.500 156.500 S COMMERCIAL
11 156.550 156.550 S VTS
12 156.600 156.600 S PORT OPS/VTS
13 156.650 156.650 S BRIDGE COM 1W
14 156.700 156.700 S PORT OPS/VTS
15 -- 156.750 R ENVIROMENTAL RX ONLY
16 156.800 156.800 S DISTRESS
17 156.850 156.850 S SAR 1W
20 157.000 161.600 D PORT OPS
24 157.200 161.800 D TELEPHONE
25 157.250 161.850 D TELEPHONE
26 157.300 161.900 D TELEPHONE
27 157.350 161.950 D TELEPHONE
28 157.400 162.000 D TELEPHONE
67 156.375 156.375 S BRIDGE COM 1W
68 156.425 156.425 S SHIP-SHIP
69 156.475 156.475 S SHIP-SHIP
71 156.575 156.575 S SHIP-SHIP
72 156.625 156.625 S SHIP-SHIP
73 156.675 156.675 S PORT OPS
74 156.725 156.725 S PORT OPS
75 156.775 156.775 S PORT OPS 1W
76 156.825 156.825 S PORT OPS 1W
77 156.875 156.875 S PORT OPS 1W
84 157.225 161.825 D TELEPHONE
85 157.275 161.875 D TELEPHONE
86 157.325 161.925 D TELEPHONE
87 157.375 157.375 S TELEPHONE
88 157.425 157.425 S INTER-SHIP
1001 (was 01A) 156.050 156.050 S PORT OPS/VTS
1007 (was 07A) 156.350 156.350 S COMMERCIAL
1020 (was 20A) 157.000 157.000 S PORT OPS
1021 (was 21A) 157.050 157.050 S US COAST GRD
1065 (was 65A) 156.275 156.275 S PORT OPS
1066 (was 66A) 156.325 156.325 S PORT OPS
1078 (was 78A) 156.925 156.925 S SHIP-SHIP
1081 (was 81A) 157.075 157.075 S RESTRICTED
USA weather channels

Transmitting frequencies
Channel (MHz)
S/D/R Channel name Restrictions
designator From ship From coast
stations stations
WX1 -- 162.550 R NOAA WX1 RX ONLY

EAS Event (NWR-SAME) Codes
NWR-SAME
Weather-Related Events Status
Code
Blizzard Warning BZW Operational
Coastal Flood Watch CFA Operational
Coastal Flood Warning CFW Operational
Dust Storm Warning DSW Operational
Extreme Wind Warning EWW Operational
Flash Flood Watch FFA Operational
Flash Flood Warning FFW Operational
Flash Flood Statement FFS Operational
Flood Watch FLA Operational
Flood Warning FLW Operational
Flood Statement FLS Operational
High Wind Watch HWA Operational
High Wind Warning HWW Operational
Hurricane Watch HUA Operational
Hurricane Warning HUW Operational
Hurricane Statement HLS Operational
Severe Thunderstorm Watch SVA Operational
Severe Thunderstorm Warning SVR Operational
Severe Weather Statement SVS Operational
Snow Squall Warning SQW 2 Operational
Special Marine Warning SMW Operational
Special Weather Statement SPS Operational
Storm Surge Watch SSA Operational
Storm Surge Warning SSW Operational
Tornado Watch TOA Operational
Tornado Warning TOR Operational
Tropical Storm Watch TRA Operational
Tropical Storm Warning TRW Operational
Tsunami Watch TSA Operational
Tsunami Warning TSW Operational
Winter Storm Watch WSA Operational
Winter Storm Warning WSW Operational

Non-Weather-Related Events NWR-SAME Code Status
State and Local Codes-Optional
Avalanche Watch AVA Operational
Avalanche Warning AVW Operational
Child Abduction Emergency CAE Operational
Civil Danger Warning CDW Operational
Civil Emergency Message CEM Operational
Earthquake Warning EQW Operational
Evacuation Immediate EVI Operational
Fire Warning FRW Operational
Hazardous Materials Warning HMW Operational
Law Enforcement Warning LEW Operational
Local Area Emergency LAE Operational
911 Telephone Outage Emergency TOE Operational
Nuclear Power Plant Warning NUW Operational
Radiological Hazard Warning RHW Operational
Shelter in Place Warning SPW Operational
Volcano Warning VOW Operational
Administrative Events NWR-SAME Code Status

Administrative Message ADR Operational
Practice/Demo Warning DMO Operational
Required Monthly Test RMT Operational
Required Weekly Test RWT Operational
Naming Convention for EAS Event Codes

The FCC established naming conventions for EAS event codes. In most cases, and for
all future codes to be approved, the third letter of all hazardous state and local event
codes is limited to one of four letters:
• W - for WARNINGS
• A - for WATCHES
• E - for EMERGENCIES
• S - for STATEMENTS
For more information about the Emergency Alert System:
• Details: https://www.weather.gov/nwr/nwrsame
• Country Codes: https://www.weather.gov/nwr/counties
• Event Codes: https://www.weather.gov/nwr/eventcodes

Canada channel chart
Channel Frequencies
S/D/R Channel Name: Restrictions
designator MHz (ship) MHz (coast)
1 156.050 160.650 D TELEPHONE
2 156.100 160.700 D TELEPHONE
3 156.150 160.750 D TELEPHONE
4 156.200 160.800 D CANADIAN CG
5 156.250 160.850 D TELEPHONE
6 156.300 156.300 S SAFETY
7 156.350 160.950 D TELEPHONE
8 156.400 156.400 S COMMERCIAL
9 156.450 156.450 S VTS
10 156.500 156.500 S VTS
11 156.550 156.550 S VTS
12 156.600 156.600 S PORT OPS/VTS
13 156.650 156.650 S BRIDGE COM 1W
14 156.700 156.700 S PORT OPS/VTS
15 156.750 156.750 S COMMERCIAL 1W
16 156.800 156.800 S DISTRESS
17 156.850 156.850 S SAR 1W
18 156.900 161.500 D TELEPHONE
19 156.950 161.550 D CANADIAN CG
20 157.000 161.600 D CANADIAN CG 1W
21 157.050 161.650 D CANADIAN CG
22 157.100 161.700 D TELEPHONE
23 157.150 161.750 D TELEPHONE
24 157.200 161.800 D TELEPHONE
25 157.250 161.850 D TELEPHONE
26 157.300 161.900 D TELEPHONE
27 157.350 161.950 D TELEPHONE
28 157.400 162.000 D TELEPHONE
60 156.025 160.625 D TELEPHONE
61 156.075 160.675 D CANADIAN CG
62 156.125 160.725 D CANADIAN CG

63 156.175 160.775 D TELEPHONE
64 156.225 160.825 D TELEPHONE
65 156.275 160.875 D TELEPHONE
66 156.325 160.925 D TELEPHONE
67 156.375 156.375 S COMMERCIAL
68 156.425 156.425 S SHIP-SHIP
69 156.475 156.475 S COMMERCIAL
71 156.575 156.575 S VTS
72 156.625 156.625 S SHIP-SHIP
73 156.675 156.675 S COMMERCIAL
74 156.725 156.725 S VTS
75 156.775 156.775 S PORT OPS 1W
76 156.825 156.825 S PORT OPS 1W
77 156.875 156.875 S PORT OPS 1W
78 156.925 161.525 D TELEPHONE
79 156.975 161.575 D TELEPHONE
80 157.025 161.625 D TELEPHONE
81 157.075 161.675 D TELEPHONE
82 157.125 161.725 D CANADIAN CG
83 157.175 161.775 D CANADIAN CG
84 157.225 161.825 D TELEPHONE
85 157.275 161.875 D TELEPHONE
86 157.325 161.925 D TELEPHONE
87 157.375 157.375 S PORT OPS
88 157.425 157.425 S PORT OPS
1001 156.050 156.050 S COMMERCIAL
1005 156.250 156.250 S PORT OPS/VTS
1007 156.350 156.350 S COMMERCIAL
1018 156.900 156.900 S COMMERCIAL
1019 156.950 156.950 S CANADIAN CG
1020 157.000 157.000 S PORT OPS
1021 157.050 157.050 S RESTRICTED
1022 157.100 157.100 S CANADIAN CG
1024 157.200 157.200 S PORT OPS

1025 157.250 157.250 S PORT OPS
1026 157.300 157.300 S PORT OPS
1027 157.350 157.350 S CANADIAN CG
1061 156.075 156.075 S CANADIAN CG
1062 156.125 156.125 S CANADIAN CG
1063 156.175 156.175 S TELEPHONE
1064 156.225 156.225 S RESTRICTED
1065 156.275 156.275 S PORT OPS
1066 156.325 156.325 S PORT OPS
1078 156.925 156.925 S SHIP-SHIP
1079 156.975 156.975 S COMMERCIAL
1080 157.025 157.025 S COMMERCIAL
1083 157.175 157.175 S RESTRICTED
1084 157.225 157.225 S PORT OPS
1085 157.275 157.275 S CANADIAN CG
1086 157.325 157.325 S PORT OPS
2019 -- 161.550 R PORT OPS RX ONLY
2023 -- 161.750 R SAFETY RX ONLY
Canada weather channels

Transmitting frequencies (MHz)
Channel
From ship sta- From coast S/D/R Channel name Restrictions
designator
tions stations
WX1 -- 162.550 R CANADA WX Rx only

13
Dimensional drawings
NRS-1 and NRS-2 Blackbox
234.80 mm (9.24”)
212.0 mm (8.35”) 79.0 mm (3.11”)
63.87 mm
190.0 mm (7.48”) (2.51”)
82.0 mm
116.0 mm (4.57”)
(3.23”)
200.08 mm (7.88”)
190.0 mm (7.48”)
HS100 and H100 Fixed Handset
68.0 mm (2.68”) 29.50 mm
(1.16”)
160.94 mm (6.34”)
114 | Dimensional drawings | User Manual

SP100 Speaker
35.0 mm 109.5 mm (4.31”)
(1.38”) 98.0 mm (3.86”)
27.0 mm
(1.06”)
110.0 mm (4.33”)
101.0 mm (3.98”)
91.62 mm (3.61”)
18.77 mm
Handset Cradle (CR100) / Charger (BC-12) (0.74”)
55.7 mm
(2.19”)
58.0 mm
171.6 mm (6.75”)
(2.28”)
74.9 mm
(2.95”)
32.9 mm
(1.29”)
65.7 mm 54.6 mm
(2.59”) (2.15”)
Dimensional drawings | User Manual | 115

HS40 / H60 Wireless Handset
40.9 mm
(1.61”)
67.9 mm 32.0 mm
(2.68”) (1.26”)
49.2 mm
(1.94”)
31.0 mm
161.0 mm (6.34”)
74.0 mm
(1.22”)
(2.91”)
116 | Dimensional drawings | User Manual

14
Appendix
Country settings table
Region Country
INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL
AUSTRALIA
NEW ZEALAND
USA/CAN UNITED STATES
CANADA
EUROPE AUSTRIA
BELGIUM
BULGARIA
CROATIA
CYPRUS
CZECH REPUBLIC
DENMARK
ESTONIA
FINLAND
FRANCE
GERMANY
GREECE
HUNGARY
IRELAND
ICELAND
ITALY
LIECHTENSTEIN
LITHUANIA
LUXEMBOURG
LATVIA
MOLDOVIA
MALTA
NETHERLANDS
NORWAY
Appendix | User Manual | 117

Region Country
POLAND
PORTUGAL
ROMANIA
SLOVAK REPUBLIC
SPAIN
SERBIA
SWEDEN
SWITZERLAND
SLOVENIA
TURKEY
UNITED KINGDOM
118 | Appendix | User Manual

NMEA 2000® compliant PGN list
PGN Description RX TX
59392 ISO Acknowledgement ● ●
59904 ISO Request ● ●
60160 Transport Protocol, Data Transfer ●
60416 Transport Protocol ● ●
60928 ISO Address Claim ● ●
65240 Commanded Address ●
126208 NMEA® — Group Function ● ●
126464 PGN List ●
126992 System Time
126993 Heartbeat ●
126996 Product Information ● ●
126998 Configuration Information ●
127233 MOB Data ●
127250 Vessel Heading ●
127258 Magnetic Variation ●
128267 Water Depth ●
129025 Position, Rapid Update
129026 COG & SOG, Rapid Update ● ◊
129029 GNSS Position Data ● ◊
129033 Time & Date
129038 AIS Class A Position Report ●
129039 AIS Class B Position Report ●
129040 AIS Class B Extended Position Report ●
129041 AIS Aids to Navigation (AtoN) Report ●
129044 Datum ●
129283 Cross Track Error ●
129284 Navigation Data ●
129285 Navigation Route/WP Information
129539 GNSS DOPs ◊
129540 GNSS Sats in View ◊
Appendix | User Manual | 119

PGN Description RX TX
129792 DGNSS Broadcast binary message ●
(Tx)
129793 AIS UTC and Date Report ●
129794 AIS Class A Static and Voyage Related ●
Data
129795 Addressed binary message (tx) ●
129796 Acknowledge (tx) ●
129797 AIS Binary Broadcast Message ●
129798 AIS SAR Aircraft Position Report ●
129799 Radio Frequency/Mode/Power ●
129800 UTC/Date enquiry (tx) ●
129801 AIS Addressed Safety Message ●
129802 AIS Safety Related Broadcast ●
Message
129803 Interrogation (tx) ●
129804 Assignment Mode Command (tx) ●
129805 Data Link Management message (tx) ●
129807 AIS Group Assignment
129808 DSC Call Information ●
129809 AIS Class B CS Static Data Report, ●
Part A
129810 AIS Class B CS Static Data Report, ●
Part B
130074 Route and WP Service - WP List -WP ●
Name & Position
130306 Wind Data ●
130840 Source Selection
130842 AIS and VHF Message Transport □ □
130845 Parameter Handle ● ●
130850 Event Command ●
130851 Event Reply ●
(□) AIS-B model only (NRS-2)

( ◊ ) Only if GPS source = INTERNAL
120 | Appendix | User Manual

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Preface | User Manual |3

⚠Warning: Used when it is necessary to warn personnel that they

Blackbox VHF radio system

SIMRAD® RS100 Blackbox VHF Radio System

SIMRAD® RS100-B Blackbox VHF & AIS Radio System

B&G® V100 Blackbox VHF Radio System

B&G® V100-B Blackbox VHF + AIS Radio System

Preface | User Manual |5

EU RF exposure compliance notice for fixed mount VHF

Countries of intended use in the EU

⚠Warning: The user is cautioned that any changes or

Preface | User Manual |7

FCC Part 18 compliance statement for cradle charger

⚠Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved

FCC RF Exposure compliance for cradle charger (BC-12)

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

Preface | User Manual |9

IC RF Exposure compliance for wireless handset and

Australia & New Zealand

DSC (Digital Selective Calling)

ATIS (Automatic Transmitter Identification

Preface | User Manual | 11

AIS CLASS-B Safety Warning (NRS-2 only)

Important information for US customers

12 | Preface | User Manual

49 DSC call menu

55 AIS menu (NRS-2 only)

Contents | User Manual | 13

63 MOB and NAV functions

86 VHF Radio Help and

14 | Contents | User Manual

93 RS100/B, V100/B Specifications

114 Dimensional drawings

Contents | User Manual | 15

The RS100-B / V100-B provides the following additional

Entry of alphanumeric data

LCD symbols and meanings

During normal operation, the following icons may be displayed on the

Getting started | User Manual | 17

18 | Getting started | User Manual

A Radio is Transmitting (TX) mode. Will change to BUSY when

20 | Getting started | User Manual

¼ Note: When the system is ON:

¼ Note: You can also directly select a channel by typing the

¼ Note: You can also directly select a channel by typing the

¼ Note: Some channels allow only low power transmissions. Error

¼ Note: Volume control is common to internal and external

22 | Getting started | User Manual

Wired Handset Numeric Keys

Getting started | User Manual | 23

24 | Getting started | User Manual

Menu Submenu Option Notes

Radio menus | User Manual | 25

26 | Radio menus | User Manual

Radio menus | User Manual | 27

Set watch channel

Radio menus | User Manual | 29

30 | Radio menus | User Manual