Furuno FM-4000 - Manuals

FM-4000 Page 6 5 FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION FURUNO radios comply with the Federal Communication Commission (FCC)requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service. 5.1 STATION LICENSE An FCC ship station license is no longer required for any vessel traveling inU.S. waters (except Hawaii) which...

Page 7 FM-4000 6 FCC NOTICE NOTICE Unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void com-pliance with FCC Rules. Any change or modification must be approvedin writing by STANDARD HORIZON. NOTICE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits fora Class B digital de...

FM-4000 Page 8 7 GETTING STARTED 7.1 ABOUT VHF RADIO The radio frequencies used in the VHF marine band lie between 156 and 158MHz with some shore stations available between 161 and 163 MHz. The ma-rine VHF band provides communications over distances that are essentially“line of sight” (VHF signals d...

Page 9 FM-4000 8 INSTALLATION 8.1 LOCATION The radio can be mounted at any angle. Choose a mounting location that: • is far enough from any compass to avoid any deviation in compass read- ing due to the speaker magnet (see the compass safe distances in theSafety Instructions) • provides easy access ...

FM-4000 Page 10 8.3 OPTIONAL CMP30 REMOTE MIC The CMP30 Remote MIC permits remote control of the FM-4000 ’s radio, DSC and PA/Fog functions. In addition the FM-4000 can operate as a full function intercom system. 1. Connect the extension cable to the remote MIC eight pin connector on the rear panel,...

Page 11 FM-4000 Remote MIC or External Speaker Selection By default the internal speaker is turned on, however it can be turned off to usethe external speaker, when the Remote MIC is installed. Remote MIC procedure 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until the “ Radio Setup Radio Setup R...

FM-4000 Page 16 9 CONTROLS AND INDICATIONS NOTE This section defines each control of the transceiver. See the illustrationon the next page for the location of the controls For detailed operatinginstructions, see Chapter 10. 9.1 CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS VOLUME CONTROL ( VOL/PWR ) Adjusts the audio vol...

Page 17 FM-4000 DISTRESS PULL OPEN -/* JKL Figure 4. Controls and Connectors

FM-4000 Page 22 10 BASIC OPERATION 10.1 PROHIBITED COMMUNICATIONS The FCC prohibits the following communications: • False distress or emergency messages;• Messages to “any boat” except in emergencies and radio tests;• Messages to or from a vessel on land;• Transmission while on land;• Obscene, indec...

Page 23 FM-4000 10.3 TRANSMISSION 1. Perform steps 1 through 6 in 10.2 RECEPTION.2. Before transmitting, monitor the channel to ensure it is clear. THIS IS AN FCC REQUIREMENT! 3. Press the PTT (push-to-talk) switch, and the indication “ ”appears. 4. Speak slowly and clearly into the microphone.5. Wh...

FM-4000 Page 24 10.7 NOAA WEATHER CHANNELS 1. To receive a NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) weather channel, press the [ WX ] key. The transceiver will go to the last- selected weather channel. 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob on the radio or [ UP ( S )] / [ DOWN ( T )] keys o...

Page 25 FM-4000 10.8 EMERGENCY ( CH16 USE ) CH16 is known as the Hail and Distress channel. An emergency may be de-fined as a threat to life or property. In such instances, be sure the transceiver ison and set it to CH16. Then do as follows: 1. Press the microphone push-to-talk switch and say “ Mayd...

FM-4000 Page 26 and then go back to either CH16 or CH9 for your initial contact. When the hailing channel (16 or 9) is clear, state the name of the other vesselyou wish to call and then “this is ” followed by the name of your vessel and your Station License (Call Sign). When the other vessel returns...

FM-4000 Page 30 10.14.2 Operating the Fog Horn mode Operator can select from Underway, Stop, Sail, Tow, Aground, Anchor, Hornand Siren. Refer to the Fog Horn Timing Chart on the next page. 1. Press the [ F ] key followed by the [ 9 ( FOG )] key. 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select one of the...

FM-4000 Page 34 11 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING 11.1 GENERAL WARNING This radio is designed to generate a digital maritime distress and safetycall to facilitate search and rescue. To be effective as a safety device,this equipment must be used only within communication range of a shore-based VHF marine ...

FM-4000 Page 36 11.3 DSC DISTRESS CALL The FM-4000 is capable of transmitting and receiving DSC distress messages to all DSC radios. The FM-4000 may be connected to a GPS receiver to also transmit the latitude and longitude of your vessel. 11.3.1 Transmitting a DSC Distress Call NOTE To transmit a D...

FM-4000 Page 38 Cancel a DSC Distress Call If a DSC Distress call was sent by error, the FM-4000 allows you to send a message to other vessels to cancel the Distress call. Press the [ CLR ] key, then press the [ ENT ] key. 11.3.2 Receiving a DSC Distress Call 1. When a DSC Distress call is received,...

FM-4000 Page 40 To transmit an Individual call you must program this directory with informationof the persons you wish to call, similar to the telephone directory of a cellularphone. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until the “ Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Set...

FM-4000 Page 42 The Individual call and Group call ringers can be disabled as follows: 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup ” menu appears. 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the “ DSC Setup DSC Setup DSC Setup D...

Page 43 FM-4000 7. When an Individual call acknowledgment is re- ceived, the channel selected at step 5 is auto-matically selected and a ringing tone sounds. 8. Press [ CLR ] key to listen to the channel to make sure it is not busy, then key the microphone tocall the other vessel. Manual Calling You...

FM-4000 Page 44 11.5.5 Receiving an Individual Call When receiving an Individual call, an acknowledgment must be sent back to thecalling station, automatically or manual. The default setting is Automatic, but theradio has a selection that allows you to manually send a reply before the radiowill swit...

Page 45 FM-4000 11.6.2 Reviewing Received Calls Logged into the Call Waiting Directory 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key to show the “ DSC DSC DSC DSC DSC Call Menu Call Menu Call Menu Call Menu Call Menu .” 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the “ DSC Log DSC Log DSC Log DSC Log DSC Log ” ...

FM-4000 Page 46 11.7 GROUP CALL This feature allows the user to contact a group of specific vessels (examplemembers of a yacht club) that have DSC radios with Group call function toautomatically switch to a desired channel for voice communications. 11.7.1 Setting up a Group Call For this function to...

FM-4000 Page 48 want to communicate on, then press the [ ENT ] key. 6. Press the [ ENT ] key again to transmit the Group call signal. 7. When the Group call signal is sent, the LCD displays the information shown in the illustra-tion at right. 8. After the Group call is transmitted, all the ra- dios ...

FM-4000 Page 50 11.8 POSITION REQUEST Advancements in DSC have made it possible to poll the location of anothervessel and show the position of that vessel on the display of the FM-4000 . FURUNO has taken this feature one step further. If any FURUNO GPS chartplotters are connected to the FM-4000 , th...

Page 51 FM-4000 11.8.2 Transmitting a Position Request to Another Vessel Using Pre-Programmed Vessel 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key to show the “ DSC DSC DSC DSC DSC Call Menu Call Menu Call Menu Call Menu Call Menu .” 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ Pos Request Pos Request Pos Requ...

Page 55 FM-4000 11.9.3 Receiving a DSC Position Send Call When another vessel transmits its location to the FM-4000 , the following oc- curs: 1. A ringing sound is generated when the call is received.2. Press any key to stop the ringing sound.3. The position of the vessel is shown and also trans- fe...

FM-4000 Page 56 12 RADIO SETUP NOTE The optional CMP30 Remote MIC can also access the SETUP menu. See page 73 for details. 12.1 LCD CONTRAST Adjust the LCD contrast for best viewability. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Set...

FM-4000 Page 60 12.7 SCAN TYPE You can set the scan mode between “Memory Scan” and “Priority Scan.” 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until the “ Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup ” menu appears. 2. Press the [ ENT ] key, then use the CHANNEL selec- tor knob t...

Page 63 FM-4000 12.12 NAMING THE RADIO OR REMOTE MIC You can change the name of the RADIO or Remote MIC. Example: “RADIO -Cabin,” “RAM1 - Flybridge.” 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until the “ Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup ” menu appears. 2. Press the [...

Page 67 FM-4000 13. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the method of the time adjustment between “ Automatic Automatic Automatic Automatic Automatic ” and “ Manual Manual Manual Manual Manual .” 14. Press the [ ENT ] key to store the selected setting. 15. To exit this menu and return to radio ...

FM-4000 Page 68 13 REMOTE MIC OPERATION When the Remote MIC is connected to the FM-4000 , most VHF, DSC, setup menus and PA modes can be remotely operated. The Remote MIC is suppliedwith 23 feet (7 m) of routing cable and can be extended up to 70 feet (21 m)using three 23-foot extension cables model...

FM-4000 Page 70 [ CLR/WX ] Key Immediately recalls the previously selected NOAA weather channel.Cancel the menu selection and/or keypad entry. Secondary use Hold down the [ 16/9 ] key while pressing the [ WX ] key to change the mode from USA to International or Canadian. [ ENT ] Key This key functio...

FM-4000 Page 72 13.3.2 Define the Soft Keys By default the soft keys are assigned as SCAN, DW and NAV, however theirfunction can be changed. In addition the soft keys can be increased or reas-signed as follows: 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Set...

FM-4000 Page 74 14 MAINTENANCE The inherent quality of the solid-state components used in this transceiver willprovide many years of continuous use. Taking the following precautions willprevent damage to the transceiver. • Keep the microphone connected or the jack covered at all times to preventcorr...

Page 75 FM-4000 SYMPTOM C a n n o t p o w e r t h etransceiver. Transceiver blows fusew h e n c o n n e c t e d t opower supply. P o p p i n g o r w h i n i n gnoise from the speakerwhile engine runs. Sound is not emittedfrom the internal or ex-ternal speaker. Sound is not emittedfrom the PA speaker...

FM-4000 Page 76 15 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS This chapter provides the VHF Marine Channel assignments for U.S.A. andInternational use. Below are listed some data about the charts. 1. VTS. Where indicated, these channels are part of the U.S. Coast Guard’s V essel T raffic S ystem. 2. Alpha channel numbers,...

FM-4000 Page 82 16 SPECIFICATIONS Performance specifications are nominal, unless otherwise indicated, and aresubject to change without notice. 16.1 GENERAL Channels ............................................... All USA, International and CanadianInput Voltage .........................................