This document is the user and installation manual for the SAILOR 6217 VHF DSC - AIS Receiver. It describes the features and specifications of the product and provides instructions for installation and operation.
The SAILOR 6217 VHF DSC - AIS Receiver is a simplex/semi duplex VHF radio with full DSC, a class B AIS receiver, and a replay function that can recall the last 90 seconds of received voice. It is designed for occupational maritime use, is waterproof to IPx8 and IPx6, and connects to external equipment such as a 2-way loudhailer and an external speaker.
The manual explains general use and navigation, VHF radio communication, channel scanning, dual and triple watch, DSC calls, the phone book, the loudhailer with talk-back and automatic fog horn, and the replay function. It also covers unpacking, mounting, power and antenna connections, system setup, and service and maintenance, followed by technical specifications and maritime channel tables.
| Weight | approx. 1.2 kg (approx. 1.5 kg with SAILOR 6202 Handmicrophone and mounting bracket) |
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| Dimensions | Height 106 mm outer (89 mm hole for flush mount); Width 190 mm outer (177 mm hole); Depth 132 mm outer (94 mm for flush mount) |
| Operating temperature | -15°C to 55°C |
| Storage temperature | -30°C to 80°C |
| Power supply | 12 VDC Nominal (10.8–15.6 VDC) |
| Current consumption | Max. 7 A |
| Frequency range | TX 156.000-161.450 MHz, RX 156.000-163.425 MHz |
| Channel spacing | 12.5 kHz and 25 kHz, all international maritime channels |
| Transmit power | Hi/Lo: 25 W and <1 W |
| Receiver sensitivity | < -119 dBm typically @ 20 dB SINAD CCITT weighted |
| AIS receiver | < -112 dBm typically; dual simultaneous reception and demodulation |
| Antenna | 50 Ohm antenna, 50 Ohm female SO239 for PL259 plug |
| Water ingress | IPx8 and IPx6 all over |
The radio can replay the last 90 seconds of received voice, which helps minimize misunderstandings and record messages when the radio is unattended.
It has a class B AIS receiver for receiving the position of vessels fitted with AIS transponders, which can be shown on an AIS-enabled chart plotter or dedicated AIS software supporting NMEA !AIVDM sentences.
No. The radio is a sealed waterproof unit (IPX8) and should only be opened by authorized personnel; unauthorized opening will invalidate the warranty.
All persons must be at least 3 ft (0.9 m) away from the antenna when the radio is transmitting to avoid excessive RF exposure.