User's Guide

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Installation is straightforward. Connect the ICS NAV5plus to a 12 or 24 volt
DC supply and connect a suitable antenna. Switch it on, and it will start
printing NAVTEX messages without further manual intervention. Note that if
there are only a couple of NAVTEX stations within range it may be several
hours before you receive the first message
If all stations and message types are left selected, the ICS NAV5plus may
overwhelm you with information. It can therefore be set up to print only
those stations and message categories you want to receive and which are
applicable to the area in which you are sailing.
Normally, routine messages are repeated at four hourly intervals. Provided
that the ICS NAV5plus is left running, repeated messages are not printed
again. The suppression of repeated messages stops three days (72 hours)
after the last transmission of the message.
Permanent installation of the ICS NAV5plus can be made with the
bulkhead-mounting bracket provided. Alternatively, the optional FMT-2
flush panel mounting kit, part number 913-24, may be purchased.
A NAVTEX antenna should be mounted where it is elevated clear of metal
objects in a location where it cannot easily be damaged.
Please read the installation section of the user guide thoroughly
before attempting installation of the ICS NAV5plus.