Controls
Before you start using the X100, take some time to familiarise yourself with the controls.
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Distress button |
The distress button is used in emergencies, such as when there is a threat to life or an immediate danger to a crew member or the vessel. To make a DSC distress call, simply lift the spring-loaded cover and press the button. Click here to learn how to make a receive distress calls. |
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MOB (Man Overboard) button |
The MOB button is used when someone is seen falling overboard, if someone falls overboard unnoticed, the MOB alarm triggers automatically providing that crew member is embarked X100 and has their mobile device running the Connect-X app with them. To learn how to embark crew members, click here. Once active, the MOB message is sent to connected Chartplotters and the radio will automatically activate MOB mode. The MOB screen appears, guiding the vessel to the area where the crew member fell overboard. Click here to see an overview of the MOB screen. |
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Screen | The screen help you navigate through all of the available options on the X100 and also provides important information. |
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Volume and squelch rotary |
If you need to increase or decrease the volume of incoming transmissions, rotate the rotary knob. Keep in mind that it may be hard to hear transmissions in bad weather, so adjusting the volume can help. If you want to try reducing the amount of background noise, short press the rotary knob to enable the squelch volume control turn to adjust the squelch volume. |
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Arrow and OK buttons | Use the arrow buttons to navigate through the software and to turn certain options on or off. Press the OK button to enter menus and select different vessels. |
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Power button |
Long press the power button, the X100 turns on after a couple of seconds. Remember to turn off the X100 when it is not being used, long press the power button to turn the X100 off. If you want to adjust the brightness of the screen, short press the power button and use the volume rotate knob to adjust the brightness. |
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Channel rotary | Short press the channel rotary to change immediately to channel 16, or long press the channel rotary to change immediately to the Call Channel (If configured for the selected radio region), If you want to manually change the channel to broadcast on, turn the rotary knob until you find the channel you want. |
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Softkeys | If you want to enter the settings, make a DSC call, or adjust the broadcasting power, simply press the corresponding softkey. Keep in mind that the options for each softkey may change depending on which screen you are on. |
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Speaker |
The speakers play all incoming transmissions, ensuring you don’t miss any important information. |
| 10 | Fist-mic cable | The fist-mic connects to the X100 via this cable. |
Take some time to familiarise yourself with the fist-mic controls.
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PTT (Push to talk) button | To send a voice message, simply press and hold the designated button while you speak your message. Once you're finished, release the button to complete the transmission and automatically return to receive mode. |
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Microphone |
When sending transmissions, make sure to speak directly into the microphone. This ensures that your message is clear and easily heard by the recipient. |
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Channel 16 Button | Long press the channel 16 button to change immediately to the Call Channel. Channel 16 is the international distress frequency, so it's important to have quick access to it for emergencies or urgent communications. |
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Volume up / down buttons |
To adjust the speaker volume, just press the designated button to increase or decrease the sound level. This allows you to find the perfect volume for your environment, ensuring you can hear communications clearly without being overwhelmed by noise. |
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Speaker | Incoming transmissions will play through the speaker, allowing you to hear messages clearly without needing to wear headphones or hold a receiver. |
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High / Low power button | To switch between High (25W) and Low (1W) transmission power, simply press the designated button. High power is ideal for longer distances, while Low power is better for short-range communications and helps conserve battery life. Keep in mind that some channels may not permit broadcasting at 25W. |
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Channel up / down buttons | To change the channel, just press the designated button. This allows you to quickly switch to a different frequency for communication, whether you need to connect with another vessel, a shore station, or simply tune into a different channel for updates. |