B&G H50 Wireless VHF Handset - Manual (Page 11)

Section 2 - Basic operation and key functions
All possible keys and their functions are listed here. Note that some of the keys may
not be available, depending on your B&G VHF radio model.
Key: Function:
VOL / Volume and Power
Turn clockwise to power on. Continue to turn until a comfortable volume is reached.
VOL / will also adjust the settings of an external speaker, if connected.
SQL Squelch or Threshold Level
Sets the threshold level for the minimum receiver signal. Turn fully counterclockwise
until random noise is heard, then turn slowly clockwise until the random noise
disappears. Make another 1/4 turn clockwise for best reception in open sea conditions.
In areas of high noise (eg. close to large cities) reception may improve if sensitivity is
reduced. Either turn SQL slowly clockwise or use the LOCAL setting. See section 3-4.
16 /
9
Priority channel
Also on the handset mic. Press to cancel all other modes and to tune into the priority
channel. Press again to return to your original channel. The default Priority Channel is
CH16.
For US models: To make Channel 09 the priority channel, hold down 16/9 until a
beep sounds and 09 is displayed.
DISTRESS Send a DSC Distress Call
DSC must be active and an MMSI must be programmed. See Section 8.
Lift the red cover door then press and release DISTRESS to show the DISTRESS menu.
Select the category you want to transmit. Hold down DISTRESS for about 3 seconds
to transmit.
The DISTRESS key can also be held down continuously to transmit an “undefined”
category Distress call.
See Section 9 for more information about distress calls.
6 key handset mic V50 base station radio
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