PRESIDENT PM-1200 WP Owner's manual

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1. Introduction....................................................................................24

2. Display...........................................................................................24

3. Controls .........................................................................................25

4. Operation.......................................................................................28

4.1. Receiving...............................................................................28

4.2. Scanning................................................................................28

4.3. Priority Scanning ...................................................................29

4.4. Clearing The Radios Memory................................................29

4.5. Transmitting...........................................................................29

5. Emergency Channel 16.................................................................30

6. Simplex / Duplex Channel Use......................................................30

7. Other Functions.............................................................................30

7.1. Calling Another Boat..............................................................30

7.2. Making Telephone Calls ........................................................30

7.3. Backlighting ...........................................................................31

8. Maintenance ..................................................................................31

8.1. Battery Care ..........................................................................31

9. Specifications ................................................................................32

10. Warranty........................................................................................32

11. Troubleshooting.............................................................................33

12. International VHF Marine Channel Chart ......................................45

1. Introduction

The PRESIDENT PM-1200 WP is a waterproof, rugged marine handheld

VHF radio. The PRESIDENT PM-1200 WP marine radio operates in the

156.050 to 162.025 MHz frequency range. The PM-1200 WP operates on all

currently allocated marine channels. The PM-1200 WP has an emergency

channel 16 which can be immediately selected by pressing the red CH16

key. The PRESIDENT PM-1200 WP is covered with a full 2 years warranty.

2. Display

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Channel Display or L0~L4/P0~P7 : Shows the channel in both the transmit

and receive modes.

In Squelch mode, control level indicated by figures L0~L4.

In Volume mode, control level indicated by figures P0~P7.

Hi / Lo Indicator : “HI” indicates high power (4 Watt) and “LO” indicates low

power (1 Watt).

MEM : Indicates that the displayed channel is stored in memory.

SQ : Indicates SQUELCH level control selected.

16 : For SCN or PSC mode, indicates the channel 16 (safety channel) is

scanned alternately

: Key lock – Indicates that keyboard is locked

3. Controls

1. Detachable Antenna

2. Monitor Button Disables Squelch

3. Push To Talk Switch PTT Button

4. Up button Selection Of All International Channels

5. Down button Selection Of All International Channels

6. MON key Disables Squelch

7. SCN Button High Speed Programmable Scan

8. Internal Microphone

9. S/D Button Squelch Select Mode, Backlight Switch Button

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10. Power ON/OFF Button

11. H/L Key HI / LO Transmit Power

12. External Mic / Speaker Jack

13. External Charge Jack

14. V/L Button Volume Control And Key Lock Button Mode

15. CLR Button Clear Button

16. R/D Button Recall / Delete Scan Channel Programming

Button

17. PSC Button Priority Scan Channel 16

18. CH16 Channel 16 Instant Access

19. Transmit/Busy Light

20. Large LCD Display

POWER ON/OFF BUTTON (10)

Turns the radio on and off.

TRANSMITT/BUSY LED (19)

Indicates that the PM-1200 WP is transmitting when the light is red. Indi-

cates that the selected channel is busy during reception when the light is

green.

[S/D] SQUELCH AND DIM BACKLIGHT CONTROL KEY (9)

Pressing this key enters the SQUELCH CONTROL mode.

When this key is pressed for 2 seconds it turns the LCD backlight on.

In SQUELCH CONTROL mode use UP/DN key to set the point at which

random noise on the channel does not activate the audio circuits but a nor-

mal signal does. This point is called the squelch threshold.

PUSH-TO-TALK (PTT) SWITCH (3)

Keys the transmitter allowing you to transmit a message.

[UP] UP KEY (4)

Selects the desired channel, squelch or volume control levels. Each press

selects the next higher channel number or level. When held depressed, se-

lects channels quickly.

[DN] DOWN KEY (5)

Selects the desired channel, squelch or volume control levels. Each press

selects the next lower channel number or level. When held depressed, se-

lects channels quickly.

[CH16] KEY (18)

Used to instantly access channel 16 (The Safety Channel).

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[MON] KEY (6)

See “Monitor Switch”

[SCN] KEY (7)

Monitors channel 16 (safety channel) while receiving a selected channel.

Feature known as dual watch on some sets.

[PSC] KEY (17)

Press this key to scan channel 16 (safety channel) alternately in between

every programmed scan channel saved in the PM-1200 WP’s memory (see

[R/D] key below).

[R/D] KEY (16)

Used to save channels into the radio’s memory. Press once to save a chan-

nel and press again to delete a channel from memory.

[H/L] KEY (11)

Used to alternate transmitted power between High (4 Watt) and Low (1 Watt).

[CLR] KEY (15)

Returns to previous channel when pressed after [CH16] key is pressed.

Pressing and holding the CLR key and the UP key while turning the power

on will cause the microprocessor to reset and erase all the programmed

channels from memory.

[V/L] KEY (14)

Pressing the [V/L] key enters the VOLUME CONTROL mode.

In VOLUME CONTROL mode use the UP and DN keys to select your best

audio output (Volume) level over a scale of P0 to P7.

When pressed for 2 seconds the ‘keypad lock function’ is activated/de-acti-

vated.

MONITOR SWITCH (2)

Pressing the MONITOR SWITCH temporarily disables the SQUELCH func-

tion. This increases the receiver sensitivity allowing distant/weak signals to

be heard.

SQUELCH settings will return to normal when this control is released.

MICROPHONE / EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK (12)

This jack is used to connect optional speaker/ microphone or headset.

The jack accepts an 8-ohm external speaker or headphone and disables the

internal speaker.

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EXT DC IN AND CHARGER (External Power Connector) (13)

Provides connection for external power or charger (either standard 240VAC

wall charger or optional 12VDC operation cord).

ANTENNA CONNECTOR (1)

Accepts flexible antenna.

4. Operation

4.1. Receiving

Install the antenna on the radio

Press the POWER “ON/OFF” Button to turn the Radio on. The display will

show the last channel the transceiver was on before power was turned off.

Note:The battery pack should be fully charged before using the radio.

Refer to page 31 for battery charging information.

Press the “UP” or “DN” key to select the desired channel. Refer to the chan-

nel chart at the back of this manual for available channels.

To lock the channel in the operating mode so that it is not accidentally changed,

press the “V/L” KEY for 2 seconds. This locks the “UP”/“DN” key and all the

keys on the front of the radio, with the exception of the Power “ON/OFF

”Button key and S/D (backlight). Press the “V/L” KEY for 2 seconds again to

unlock the channel.

Press “V/L” key to enter the Volume control mode, the display will show

P0~P7 which indicates the volume control position. Press “UP” or “DN” key

to select an appropriate level.

Press “S/D” KEY to enter SQUELCH CONTROL mode, the display will show

L0~L4 which indicates the SQUELCH level. Press “DN” key to select a level

at which background noise is heard.

Adjust the SQUELCH level to the threshold point where background noise

disappears.

When a message is received, adjust the volume level to the desired listening

level as above. The “TX/RX” (BUSY) LED will light green to indicate that the

channel is busy.

4.2. Scanning

Select a desired channel to be scanned by using the “UP” or “DN” key.

Press the “SCN” key to start scanning the desired channel and Channel 16.

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4.3. Priority Scanning

Priority Scanning will switch between the channels stored in memory and

channel 16. Channel 16 is the priority channel and will be scanned after each

channel stored in memory.

Select a desired channel to be scanned by using the “UP” or “DN” KEY.

Press the “R/D” KEY to save the channel into radio’s memory. “MEM” will

appear in the LCD.

Repeat the first step for all the desired channels to be scanned.

To delete a channel from the radio’s memory, press the “R/D” KEY again

while the memorized channel is displayed on the LCD. The “MEM” will disap-

pear from the LCD.

The channels programmed into the radio’s memory will remain even if the

power is turned off. See section below on “Clearing The Radios Memory”.

To start priority scanning press the “PSC” KEY. Scanning will advance from

the lowest to the highest channel number in memory and will stop where a

signal is received.

To stop scanning press again the “PSC” KEY.

4.4. Clearing The Radios Memory

To erase all the channels that are stored in memory for scanning:

Press and hold the “CLR” KEY and the “UP” KEY while simultaneously switch-

ing on the power.

4.5. Transmitting

Before transmitting, be sure that the channel is not being used.

Select desired power by pressing the “H/L” KEY. The display will show “HI”

for high power or “LO” for low power.

Press the “PTT” (Push-To-Talk) switch on the radio . The TX indicator (red

LED) will light while transmitting. Speak slowly and clearly into the unit.

When receiving a call, wait until the call is finished before transmitting. The

radio cannot transmit and receive simultaneously.

Always release the “PTT” KEY immediately upon completion of transmis-

sion.

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5. Emergency Channel 16

To select the emergency channel, press the “CH16” KEY

Transmit your emergency call

To revert to previous channel from channel 16, press the “CLR” KEY.

6. Simplex/Duplex Channel Use

Simplex is used for ship-to-ship communications. The transmit and receive

frequencies are the same.

Duplex is a public correspondence, ship-to-shore channel which is mainly

used by Marine Telephone Operators. A duplex channel cannot be used for

ship-to-ship communications because the transmit and receive frequencies

are not the same.

NOTE : All channels are factory pre-programmed in accordance with

International regulations, and mode of operation cannot be altered from

simplex to duplex or vice versa.

7. Other Functions

7.1. Calling Another Boat

Make sure the radio is on.

Press the “CH16” KEY to go to channel 16. Monitor the channel to make

sure that it is clear.

When the channel is not busy, press and hold the “PTT” switch and call the

boat you want to communicate with. State the name of the boat clearly, then

identify yourself. End the message with “OVER”.

Once you have established contact, arrange to meet on another ship-to-ship

channel (refer to the Marine Channel Charts on the back of the manual for

available channels) to continue your conversation. Press the “UP” or “DN”

KEYS to go to the agreed channel.

7.2. Making Telephone Calls

To make a radiotelephone call use a channel designated for this purpose.

Press and hold the “PTT” switch and call the marine operator then identify

yourself. You will reach the marine operator who will then connect your radio

transmission to the telephone lines.

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7.3. Backlighting

Press and hold [SD] key for two seconds to activate backlighting on PM-

1200 WP.

8. Maintenance

The quality of the solid-state components used in this radio will provide many

years of continuous use. However please take the following precautions to

prevent damage to the radio.

Keep the microphone jack covered at all times with the rainproof cap to

prevent corrosion of electrical contacts.

Never key the transmitter unless an antenna or suitable dummy load is con-

nected to the antenna receptacle.

Use only approved battery packs, accessories and replacement parts.

Do not fully discharge the battery frequently or battery damage may result.

Do not connect the transceiver via the (CHARGE) jack to an AC outlet or to

a power source of more than 13 V DC. These connections will ruin the trans-

ceiver.

When charging from AC outlet, use only the charger provided do not

use any other charging device as it may damage your radio.

Avoid the use of chemical agents, such as benzine or alcohol, when cleaning

as they can damage the transceiver surface.

8.1. Battery Care.

The battery, under normal conditions, can be recharged up to 300 times. In

order to ensure you get the maximum battery life from this unit, it is important

to follow the instructions below:

Avoid overcharging. Charging times of empty batteries shouldn’t exceed 12

hours.

Normal charging time should be 8-10 hours.

When using the unit regularly, it is advisable to completely discharge the

battery every 6 - 8 weeks then fully recharge it before using it again.

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9. Specifications

Frequency Range 156.050 to 162.025 MHz

Channels All currently allocated International channels

RF Power Output 4W (high power)

1W (low power)

Operating Voltage 9.6V DC battery or 13V DC external power.

Current Drain

Standby 0.06A

Receive 0.18A

Transmit 1.2A (high power)

0.6A (low power)

Dimensions (mm) 143(H) x 65(W) x 40(D)

Weight 320g

10. Warranty

This transceiver has a 2 YEARS warranty for materials and workmanship in

its country of purchase against any manufacturing defect recognized by our

technical department. It is recommended to read carefully following condi-

tions and to respect them in order not to loose it.

• In order to be valid, the warranty must be sent back to us at the latest 1

month after the purchase.

• Any repair under warranty will be free of charge and the transport costs for

sending back will be on charge of our company.

• A proof of purchase must compulsorily be added to the transceiver in need

of repair.

• Don’t install your transceiver without having read this instructions manual.

• Our technical department won’t send nor exchange any spare parts as

part of warranty.

Are not covered

• The battery pack.

• Damages caused by accident , shock , inadequate packing or the use of

accessories that are not in conformity.

• The warranty cannot be extended by an immobilization of the transceiver

in our offices, neither by a change of one or more components or spare

parts.

• Interventions that modified the conformity features, repairs or modifica-

tions done by third parties which are not agreed by our company.

• Any opening of the housing cancels the warranty.

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Symptom

The [PSC] key does not

make the radio scan

Constant noise output

Cannot change chan-

nels

Other vessel can contact

you but you cannot com-

municate back

LCD not displaying cor-

rectly (random Charac-

ters).

Cause

No channel SAVED into

the radio’s memory

Squelch is not adjusted

KeyLock [V/L] is ON

Operating on a duplex

channel. Duplex chan-

nels are used to contract

marine operators. The

transmit and receive fre-

quencies are different

and will not allow ship-

to-ship communications.

Battery allowed to go

completely flat.

Solution

Use the [R/D] key to

memorize desired chan-

nels into the radio’s

memory

Adjust the squelch to

threshold or to the point

where noise just disap-

pears.

Turn KeyLock [V/L] off

Use a simplex channel

when communicating

ship-to-ship

Reset Memory-Press

and hold UP and CLR

key, while turning the

power on.

11. Troubleshooting.

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12. International Marine VHF Channel Chart.

Function

Chl Transmitter Receiver Mode Channel Assignment Ship Ship

Frequency Frequency S/D To To

Ship Shore

1 156.050 160.650 D Public Correspondence, Port Operation YES YES

2 156.100 160.700 D Public Correspondence, Port Operation YES YES

3 156.150 160.750 D Public Correspondence, Port Operation YES YES

4 156.200 160.800 D Public Correspondence, Port Operation YES YES

5 156.250 160.850 D Public Correspondence YES YES

6 156.300 156.300 S Safety (Compulsory) YES NO

7 156.350 160.950 D Port Correspondence, Port Operation YES YES

8 156.400 156.400 S Commercial, Inter-Ship YES NO

9 156.450 156.450 S Commercial/Non-Commercial YES YES

10 156.500 156.500 S Commercial YES YES

11 156.550 156.550 S Commercial, VTS YES YES

12 156.600 156.600 S Port Operation, VTS NO YES

13 156.650 156.650 S Bridge To Bridge,(1W) Navigational YES YES

14 156.700 156.700 S Port Operation, Vts YES YES

15 156.750 156.750 S Recv Only-Coast To Ship YES YES

16 156.800 156.800 S Calling&Safety, Compuisory YES YES

17 156.850 156.850 S State Controlled Ship To Coast (1W) YES YES

18 156.900 161.500 D Port Operation YES YES

19 156.950 161.550 D Port Operation NO YES

20 157.000 161.600 D Port Operation NO YES

21 157.050 161.650 D Public Correspondence NO YES

22 157.100 161.700 D Public Correspondence NO YES

23 157.150 161.750 D Public Correspondence NO YES

24 157.200 161.800 D Public Correspondence

25 157.250 161.850 D Public Correspondence

26 157.300 161.900 D Port Operation,Vts

27 157.350 161.950 D Public Correspondence, Port Operation

28 157.400 162.000 D Public Correspondence, Port Operation

60 156.025 160.625 D Public Correspondence, Port Operation

61 156.075 160.675 D Public Correspondence, Port Operation

62 156.125 160.725 D Public Correspondence, Port Operation

63 156.175 160.775 D Public Correspondence, Port Operation

64 156.225 160.825 D Public Correspondence, Port Operation

65 156.275 160.875 D Public Correspondence, Port Operation, VTS YES YES

66 156.325 160.925 D Public Correspondence, Port Operation YES YES

67 156.375 156.375 S Non-Commercial, VTS YES NO

68 156.425 156.425 S Non-Commercial YES YES

69 156.475 156.475 S Non-Commercial YES YES

70 156.525 S DSC Distress, Urgency, Safety And Calling YES NO

71 156.575 156.575 S Intership, Port Operation, On Commercial YES YES

72 156.625 156.625 S Non-Commercial YES NO

73 156.675 156.675 S Port Operation, Vts YES YES

74 156.725 156.725 S Port Operation, Vts YES YES

77 156.875 156.875 S Intership, Port Operation YES NO

78 156.925 161.525 D Port Operation, Public Correspondence YES YES

79 156.975 161.575 D Port Operation, Public Correspondence YES YES

80 157.025 161.625 D Port Operation, Public Correspondence YES YES

81 157.075 161.675 D Port Operation, Public Correspondence YES YES

82 157.125 161.725 D Port Operation, Public Correspondence YES YES

83 157.175 161.775 D Port Operation, Public Correspondence YES YES

84 157.225 161.825 D Public Correspondence YES YES

85 157.275 161.875 D Public Correspondence NO YES

86 157.325 161.925 D Public Correspondence NO YES

87 157.375 161.975 D Public Correspondence NO YES

88 157.425 162.025 D Port Operation, Public Correspondence NO YES

DÉCLARATION DE CONFORMITÉ

DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD

CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY

KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG

Nous, GROUPE PRESIDENT ELECTRONICS, Route de Sète, BP 100 – 34540 Balaruc –

FRANCE,

Nosotros, GROUPE PRESIDENT ELECTRONICS, Route de Sète, BP 100 – 34540 Balaruc

– FRANCIA,

We, GROUPE PRESIDENT ELECTRONICS, Route de Sète, BP 100 – 34540 Balaruc –

FRANCE,

Wir, GROUPE PRESIDENT ELECTRONICS, Route de Sète, BP 100 – 34540 Balaruc –

FRANCE,

Déclarons, sous notre seule responsabilité que l’émetteur-récepteur de

radiocommunication VHF Marine,

Declaramos bajo nuestra propia responsabilidad que el emisor receptor de VHF para

radiocomunicaciones marítimas,

Declare, on our own responsibility that the Marine VHF radio-communication transceiver,

Erklären, auf eigene Verantwortung daß der Marine VHF Sender-Empfänger,

Marque / Marca /

Brand

/ Marke : PRESIDENT

Modèle / Modelo /

Model

/ Modell : PM-1200 WP

Fabriqué / Fabricado /

Manufactured

/ Hergestellt

en Chine / en China /

in China

/ in die China

est conforme aux exigences essentielles de la Directive 1999/5/CE (Article 3) transpo-

sées à la législation nationale, ainsi qu’aux Normes Européennes suivantes:

Es conforme a las exigencias esenciales de la Directiva 1999/5/CE ( Artículo 3 ) transpuesto

a la legislación nacional, así como a las Normas Europeas siguientes:

is in conformity with the essential requirements of the Directive 1999/5/CE (Article 3) adapted

to the national law, as well as with the following European Standards:

in Konformität ist mit den wesentlichen Anforderungen der R & TTE Richtlinie 1999/5/CE (Artikel

3) auf die nationale Gesetzen umgestellt, wie mit den folgenden europäischen Normen:

EN 301 178 / EN 60215 / EN 60945

Balaruc, le / el /

the

/ den 16/01/2003

Jean-Gilbert MULLER

Directeur Général

Director General

General Manager

Geschäftsführer

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BP 100 – 34540 BALARUC

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