Lowrance Link-9 VHF Radio Link-9 User Guide - Page 8

• Where a VHF is required on the inland waterways of the signatory countries, this must be capable of ATIS transmissions, and have the feature activated. • The use of ATIS is prohibited outside the European inland waterways covered by the Basel Agreement. MMSI and ATIS ID The user MMSI (Marine Mobile Service Identity) is a unique nine digit number. It is used on marine transceivers that are capable of using DSC (Digital Selective Calling). • An MMSI remains with a vessel, even if the vessel is sold on. • Your vessel MMSI must be assigned to you by an approved authority. It is illegal to use a self-assigned (made up) MMSI number. • A Group Call ID begins with '0' followed by 8 numeric digits (0xxxxxxxx). • A Coast Station MMSI begins with 00 followed by 7 numeric digits (00xxxxxxx). • By law, you are not able to change your MMSI once it is entered into the radio. This is why there is the confirmation screen when entering the MMSI. If you need to have the MMSI in the radio changed, the radio must be taken back to your Lowrance dealer. • An ATIS ID is only required in certain EU countries when navigating some inland waterways. It is usually a different number to your MMSI. Your ATIS ID must be assigned to you by an approved authority. About this manual This manual is a reference guide for installing and operating a Link-9 VHF radio. Important text that requires special attention from the reader is emphasized as follows: ¼ Note: Used to draw the reader's attention to a comment or some important information. ! Warning: Used when it is necessary to warn personnel that they should proceed carefully to prevent risk of injury and/or damage to equipment/personnel. 8 |  | Link-9 User Guide