Raymarine Apelco 4500 Vhf Radio Handbook
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The names Raytheon and RTN are owned by the Raytheon Company. A m Company LIMITED WAJXRANTY CERTIFICATE Apeko h4ariae Ektronics warrants to the o@nal pmzhaser only, each of the above products and will repair or exchange any parts proven to be malfimctioniq workmanship, the date of sale to the end user, except as provided below. ‘here will be no charge for labor during normal working bows for a period of 3 years/36months ttser. APELCO MARINE ELECTRONICS ISLAND POND ROAD MANCHESTER, NH U S A V H F Purchased From Dealer Address Installed By Equipment Model/Type Owner’s Name Mailing Address This part of the card should be completed and retained by owner. D o c u m e n t N u m b e r G 6 2 3 0 6 8 R e v - D (9194) / BUSINESS REPLY MAIL / FIRST CLASS MAIL PERMIT NO.
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON THE INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR EQUIPMENT.IMPORTANT NOTICE. THIS DEVICE IS ONLY AN AID TO BOATING SAFETY AND NAVIGATION. IT’S PERFORMANCE CAN BE AFFECTED BY MANY FACTORS INCLUDING EQUIPMENT FAILURE OR DEFECT, ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS, AND IMPROPER HANDLING OR USE. SECTION 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION 1.I INTRODUCTION.,‘J EQUIPMENT F&,TURES. SECTION 2 INSTALLATION 2.1 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION. 2.2 EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED. 2.2.1 Optional Accessories.
2.3 PLANNING THE INSTALLATION. 2.3.1 Typical Mounting Methods.
2.3.2 Flush Mounting. 2.4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS. 4.3 THE TRANSMITTER/RECEIVER/PLL 4.3.1 PLL(Phase Lock Loop). TnsmierCircu.4.3.2 ReceerCir&. 4.3.3 4.4 SpEfJFCATlONS.SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE AND ALIGNMENTS 5.1 GENERAL.
Product Support and Customer Se&ice. 5.1.I 5.2 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE. 5.3 ALIGNMENTS AND SERVICE.
Very High Frequency (30MHz to 300MHz). Frequency Modulation. To vary a carrier wave.
A radio frequency on which intelligence is superimposed. Monitors channel 16 while working on another channel. Channel designations as defined by the FCC. Channel designations as defined by the international Telecommunication Union. 53 channel transmit and 93 channel receive capability within the assigned VHF-FM maritime band. All US and International channels are included. Exclusive circuit that automatically selects 16 PLUS (priority) channel when the radio is turned on.
Exclusive weather alert feature (when in monitor mode). 2.1 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION Use care when unpacking the unit from the shipping carton to prevent damage to the contents, It is also good practice to save the carton and the interior packing material. The original pack- ing material should be used in the unlikely event it is/necessary to return the unit to the factory. 2.2 EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED The following is a list of materials supplied with the VHF5200: Radiotelephone. 2.3 PLANNING THE INSTALLATION When planning the installation for your VHF5200, the following conditions should be consid- ered to insure dependable and trouble-free operation. The mounting location should be easily accessible to allow operation of the front panel. There should be adequate ventilation for the control unit.
A sufficient space should be secured behind the transceiver to allow for proper cable connections to the rear panel connectors. 8) Insert the trim ring in the console cutout and secure in place with the countersunk flat head screws. A suitable sealant may be used between the trim ring and console to prevent moisture entry. Position the radio in the trim ring and secure in place with the two hex-head bolts and washers supplied. ig i F-1 1 b+!ff!f TgY i Fig. 2-3 OUTLINE AND MOUNTING DIMENSIONS All dimensions are shown in (inches) and millimeters.-.- -. The power cable comes with external speaker attachments.
The power/external speaker cable provided is& fee3ong radio. The RED (+) wire with an in-line fuse (10 amps) and the BLACK (-) wire of the 4 pin connector cable are used for connecting the VHF5200 to the ship’s 12 VDC power system. VOLTAGE IO’ Your VHF radio should be connected to the nearest primary source of ship’s DC power. A typical source may be a circuit breaker on the power panel or a fuse block located near the unit.
When connecting to either of these sources, the circuit breaker or other in-line fuse should be rated at 10 amps. Use an antenna with the highest possible gain characteristics. 9 If you must extend the length of the coaxial cable between the antenna and the radio, use a cable designed for the least amount of power loss over the entire cable length. 3.2.1 Controls @ V O L U M E C o n t r o l (On/Off) Turns the radio On and Off and controls the Volume of the audio output to the speaker. IAl VI Keys The Up and Down keys.
Weather channels can not be placed into memory. PTT (Push-To-Talk) Switch When pressed, puts the radio into the transmit mode and “TX” will be displayed on the LCD. All of the above keys except PlTwill produce an audible “beep”when pressed. @ MEMORY: Will be displayed when the SCAN key is pressed and held for two seconds, or when the radio is programmed to the MEMORY SCAN mode.
@ LCD Segments: Will display channel number in use. To obtain 25 Watt output on these channels, while in transmit mode (pressing the PlT switch), press and hold the MON/lMS key. As long as the MON/1/25 key is held, power output will be 25 Watts. When the key is released, the radio reverts back to 1 Watt as indicated on the LCD.
SelectingtheChanneI 1) To select the appropriate channel, press the A or I channel select keys. If no channels are stored in memory, when the SCAN key is pressed once, “SCAN” will begin to flash on the LCD. In three seconds, if no other keys are pressed, the radio will begin scanning all channels (except weather channels) as long as no signal is received. If a signal is received, the scan will stop and monitor the receiving channel. 3.3.7 VHF5200 Marine Channels and Their Usage The transmitter of the VHF5200 is disabled when channel 15 or WXO - WX9 is displayed. FREQUENCY (MHZ) CHANNEL DESIG.
156.050 1 5 6. 1 0 0 156.150 156.2Kl 156.250 156.300 156.350 1.56.400 156.450 1 5 6. # The transmitter is disabled when channels 75 and 76 are selected. Channel 70 is now used for DSC calling only, therefore transmission on this channel is disabled on this radio.
Operation on channels not designated for use by your classification of craft or on International Channels within US territorial waters is in severe penalties. 4.1 GENERAL The VHF5200 can be considered as consisting of two major sections. They are: The Control Circuitry (consisting of the front panel controls, the LCD display, control CPU). The Transmitter/Receiver/PLL 4.2 THE CONTROL SECTION The heart of the control section is the CPU, IC201, located on the main PCB. The CPU controls all of the following items: Controls the Squelch circuit by detecting a busy signal from the second IF circuit IC5. 4.3.1 PLL (Phase Lock Loop Circuit) The PLL circuit is the frequency synthesizer in the VHF5200. The reference frequency of 12.8 MHz is provided by crystal XTLI and IC3.
IC3 contains the reference oscillator (12.8 MHz) circuit, the phase comparator, the program counter and the phase detector. BLOCK DIAGRAM Fig. 4-l VHF 5200 Block Diagram. 4.4 SPECIFICATIONS. Transmitter Channels Frequency Stability Frequency Range Channel Spacing Power Output Modulation Modulation Audio Response FM Hum & Noise Level Audio Distortion Spurious & Harmonic Emssions Antenna Impedance Transmitter Protection Receiver Channels Frequency Range Frequency Stability Usable Sensitibivity Squelch Sensitivity Threshold. Operating Requirements Input Voltage Current Required Transmit Operating Temperature Duty Cycle Humidity Radio Dimensions Height Width Depth Weight 3 Watt or more at 10% or less distortion into 4 Ohm load Less than -4OdB 13.6 Vdck15%(11.6 to 156Vdc) Less than 5.8 amp at 25 Watts Less 1.5 amp at 1 Watt.
2) Clean the exterior of the unit with a tissue or soft non-abrasive cloth. Do not use solvents or other chemicals for cleaning this equipment 3) Inspect the radio case and antenna for any physical damage. SECTION 5 Eastern Standard Time. 5.3 ALIGNMENTS AND SERVICE This transceiver is completely aligned at the factory and does not require any adjustments at installation.
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The test equipment listed below are used for the test setup shown in Fig 5-I.This test setup is used either in part or in total during the following adjustments. Item Sequence 53.2 Frequency Adjustment (TRANSMITTER) 1) Connect the coupler output to a frequency counter, set the radio on CH16(156800MHz), and read the indication on the frequency counter. The transmitter, 2) Adjust trimmer capacitor CVI on the RF module for the desired frequency(l56800MHz) &200 Hz on the frequency counter.
5.3.4 Power Output Adjustment (TRANSMITTER) 1) Connect an RF power meterto the antenna connector through the coupler. Free html to exe converter. Key to transmit and adjust RVI and RV2 on the main PCB as shown in Table 5-2. 5-2) Sequence 13.6VDC H/‘L:L 13.6VDC H&H 5.3.5 RF Sensitivity Adjustment (RECEIVER) 1) Connect an RF signal generatorto the antenna connector and a SINAD meter to the external.
Miiponents within the radio are generally not field replaceable. Therefore repairs to the radio typically go down to the PC board level only. A replacement parts iii for the VHF 5200 can be found in Section 6. Item Number Symptom CPU inoperative Display malfunction No transmit (TX) Low RF power output Poor or no modulation PLL output frequency or level incorrect Possible Cause a.
Turn off the power once, and try again b. Check CPU clock frequencies (pins 22 and 23, and pins 26 and 27 of IC201) c. 6.1 PARTS LOCATION LIST CKT, SYMBOL D1,4 FL101 F901,F907 F905 F906 Q6,8,11,15,23 S E C T I O N 6 PARTS LIST AND DRAWINGS MAIN PCB ASSEMBLY SECTION DESCRIPTION Main PCB Assembly Ant S, Ml 308 RF Power Det, IS%45 - RF S, lSVl28. MAIN PCB ASSEMBLY SECTION (CON’T) CKT, SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Q12,13, 2SA1298, DTA124EK Q16,21 AF S RF Amp, 2SC4226 Q18,22 AF Amp, 2SC4116 First Mixer, 2SK508 First IF Amp, 2SC3123 Q301 High Pass Filter, 2SC4116 CKT, SYMBOL DESCRIPTION CPU PCB Assembly H200 LCD, 211 IC201. CPU PCB-Top view Main PCB-Bottom view Main PCB-Top view Bottom view VOUSQ PCB CPU PCB-Bottom view Top view Fig.
6-3 VHF 5200 PCB LAYOUT. INTERNAL WIRING DIAGRAM POWER CORD sl P 5 0 0 MIC UNIT TOA0 MAIN PC6 CNIOI T O C N 2 0 2 Fig.
6-4 INTERNAL WIRING DIAGRAM. 90 days after you mail your license application. You need a radio operator license to operate a VHF Marine Radio only if you plan to dock in a foreign port or leave a foreign port to dock in a U.S. If you replace your radio, you do not need to change your license unless the new radio operates on another frequency band. If you install equipment to operate on another frequency band, apply for modification of your license.
If you carry more than six passengers for hire, your vessel must be certified as a passenger- carrying vessel by the FCC and the Coast Guard. The station operates under the rules applicable to a private coast station when the unit (s) are on land and under the rules applicable to a ship station when the unit (s) are aboard a vessel. FCC Form 503, application for Land Radio Station License is used when applying for a marine utility License.
Caution Every ship at sea is obliged to give absolute prior- ity to radio communications relating to ships in distress-it is vital that false distress calls or mes- sages not be broadcast.::: y:::::. ‘Monitoring Channel 16 & Working Channel When-your VHF station is turned on and it is not being used to exchange communications You Must-monitor channel 16 As an operating convenience, many stations employ a second receiver so that they can moni- tor a working channel and channel 16 simulta- neously. Coast Guard Channel: 22 Vessels: Any Use: Working channel for exchange of communi- cations with stations of the U.S.
Coast Guard Between: Ship to U.S. Coast Guard ship, coast to aircraft stations Comments: U.S. Coast Guard does not regularly monitor this channel.
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Port Operations Channels: 512, 14,20,65,66,73,74, 77 Vessels: Any Use: Messages relating to the operational han- dling, movement and safety of vessels in or near ports, locks and waterways Between: Ship-to-ship or ship-to-coast Comments: Channel 77 is limited to communica- tions to and from commercial pilots concerning the movement and docking of vessels. Commercial Channels: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 18, 19, 67, 79, 80, 1881 Vessels: Those used primarily for commercial transport of persons or goods, or engaged in ser- vicing other vessels Use: Communications pertaining to the purpose for which the vessel is used Between: Commercial transport vessels (ship-to- ship) or between commercial transport vessels and limited coast stations. State Control Channel: 17 Vessels: State and local government Use: Coordination, regulation and control of boat- ing activities and the rendering of assistance to vessels.
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Between: Ship and coast stations associated with state and local governments. Weather Channels: WXl, WX2, WX3 Vessels: Any Use: Continuous weather information from NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra. PHONETIC ALPHABET: To help make call letters more clearly understood, and to assist in spelling out similar sounding or unfamiliar words, radiotelephone users usually employ the international phonetic alphabet. Phonetic alphabet: A- ALPHA B- BRAVO C- CHARLIE D- DELTA E- ECHO F- FOX-TROT G- GOLF H- HOTEL.