MIDLAND Neptune 100 - Manual (Page 5)

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2. INTRODUCTION
2.1 Generalities
Congratulations for choosing Midland’s marine transceiver NEPTUNE 100. This product is a high
performance, mobile VHF DSC marine transceiver. The following are its principle features:
Equipped with all international channels • available (correctly assigned).
High transmission power of 25W • , which allows the user to maintain contact from large
distances, and a low transmission power of 1 W to reduce consumption during short-distance
communication.
Principal commands duplicated on the microphone • for faster accessibility – channel
selection and channel 16 recall.
Back lit LCD display and adjustable contrast • – constantly shows NEPTUNE 100’s parameters
and settings and occurs an optimal visualization.
Possibility to program 20 private channels • by means of the optional programming kit “PRG
NEPTUNE 100”. We remind that the use of private channels is controlled by the national
competent authorities: for this reason, we suggest you contact the local radio communication
authorities.
Extraordinary capability for water resistance • , conforms to the standard IPX7.
Recall button for Channel 16 • – for instant access to channel 16 (the universal marine channel
for emergency contact).
NMEA • connection – use the interface cable supplied for easy connection from transceiver to
optional GPS system, such as GR213 or other compatible GPS. Once connected, the display
will show the automatically updated coordinates (latitude and longitude) and time data.
DSC Digital Selective Calling • – for security on the water and the ability to make quick
calls automatically (the transceiver supports DSC (Digital Selective Calling) operations with
a specifically designed DSC unit which conforms to the ITU-R standard, M493-11 Class D
requirement).
MMSI directory • , which simplifies the sending of DSC calls to frequently called contacts and
allows viewing of contact name on the display.
Mounting on adjustable bracket • for stable and comfortable positioning in any condition.
Connection to an external speaker • (optional) – for listening to communications further away
from the transceiver.
The manufacturers, in their effort to constantly improve product quality, reserve the right to
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change the above characteristics without forewarning. For eventual updates, visit www.cte.it
or contact your authorized dealer.