6 MT-500
2. LICENSE INFORMATION
Your MT-500 complies with European Standard EN-301 025-1 v1.1.2. Users
must know and comply with all applicable rules and regulations for the coun-
try or countries having jurisdiction over waters where your transceiver is
operated. Depending upon national regulations, a station license may be
required for a VHF transceiver and an operator license or permit may be re-
quired for an individual to operate a VHF transceiver.
Prior to using your MT-500 inquire with your national radio communica-
tion authorities.
2.1 Digital Selective Calling (DSC) Capability
You must obtain a nine-digit maritime mobile service identity (MMSI) and
program it into the unit before you transmit. To obtain an MMSI, you will be
asked to provide certain information about your ship. It is important that you
obtain an MMSI because National Coast Guards and other search and rescue
(SAR) agencies use this information to help speed search and rescue opera-
tions.
2.2 Required License Information
The following information pertaining to your transceiver is necessary if com-
pleting a station license application
Output Power ................................................ 1 Watt (low) and 25 Watts (high)
Emission ................................................................................16K0F3E, 16K0G3E
Frequency Range ..........................................................156.025 to 162.000 MHz
Meets Essential Requirements of RTTE DIRECTIVE (Declaration of Confor-
mity)
2.3 Equipment Required
The minimum equipment required for two way voice and DSC VHF radio
communication with vessels and shore stations includes:
• VHF radio communication transmitter and receiver designed and ap-
proved for marine VHF communication use.
• VHF antenna and connecting cable. Use a good quality unity gain an-
tenna for best range performance.
• Power source suitable for the VHF transmitter and receiver.
• For Digital Selective Calling (DSC) VHF communication radios, connec-
tion to a GPS receiver that provides latitude and longitude coordinates
and UTC time for distress messages.
