Furuno FA-150 - Manual (Page 34)

1. OPERATION
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[MSG]
CREATE MSG
TX LOG
RX LOG
MSG sub-menu
[CREATE MSG]
SET MSG TYPE
SET MSG
SEND MSG
CREATE MSG sub-menu
[SET MSG TYPE]
ADRS TYPE:
BROAD CAST
MMSI : - - - - - - - - -
MSG TYPE : NORMAL
CHANNEL: ALTERNATE
MMS
SET MSG TYPE sub-menu
1.8 Messages
You may send and receive messages via the VHF link, to a specified
destination (MMSI) or all ships in the area. Messages can be sent to warn of
safety of navigation; for example, an iceberg sighted. Routine messages are
also permitted.
Short safety-related messages are only an additional means to broadcast
safety information. They do not remove the requirements of the GMDSS.
When a message is received, the equipment beeps and the indication
“MESSAGE” appears. The contents of the message may be viewed on the
receive message log.
1.8.1 Sending a message
1. Press the MENU key to open the main menu.
2. Use
▼ or ▲ to choose MSG and then press
the ENT key.
3. CREATE MSG is selected; press the ENT
key.
4. SET MSG TYPE is selected; press the ENT
key.