Lowrance electronic LVR-850 - Manual (Page 20)

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Directory Call
See page 20 to learn how to setup a MMSI directory. To call a number
from your directory:
1. Use the
↑ ↓ keys to select a simplex-working channel.
2. Press the CALL key.
3.Use the
↑ ↓ keys to select the call type —
DIR, LAST, NEW or ALL-
SHIPS . Select DIR , then press CALL .
4. Use the
↑ ↓ keys to choose a MMSI location number (1-10). The de-
fault number is the MMSI of the last used call.
5. Press the CALL key to transmit. The called radio will acknowledge
and a communication link will be established. Just press PTT to talk.
In the following example, Ch. 8 was used to call a MMSI stored in di-
rectory No. 3.
When the ACK
ANNUNCIATOR
turns on, the calling channel has been tuned
in and a communication link established. Press PTT to talk.
Distress Call
In an emergency situation, lift the red cover on the front panel to make
a Distress call to the Coast Guard. Press and hold the
DISTRESS key for
Choose
directory
mode
Waiting
for ACK
ACK blinks
until PTT is
pressed