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8. The MES automatically transmits the distress alert test within two
minutes after completion of step 8.
9. When the distress alert test is finished the results of the test are
sent to MES.
The entire PV test can be conducted automatically (taking about
15 minutes in total).
PV test procedure
1. Confirm that the communication unit is in idle condition and
logged in.
2. Press [F7] to display the Options menu.
3. Press [6] to display the Test menu.
4. Press [1] to select PV Test.
1. Login
2. Logout
3. Abort
4. Select NCS
5. Ocean Region
6. Test
Options
1. PV Test
2. PV Test Result
3. Self Test
4. Distress Alarm Button Test
Test
PV Test
Start
No
Yes
Yes
Figure 8-3 PV test screen
Note: If the communication unit is not idle when the test is initi-
ated the screen displays “MES is not idle now. Cannot start
PV Test.” And if not logged in, “Cannot start PV Test. (not
Logged-in)” appears.
5. Press [Enter] to transmit the PV test request to NCS.
1. Login
2. Logout
3. Abort
4. Select NCS
5. Ocean Region
6. Test
Options
1. PV Test
2. PV Test Result
3. Self Test
4. Distress Alarm Button Test
Test
Starting PV Test Process.
Automatic test mode: Normal communication disabled.
Do not press any distress button unless you are in distress.
PV Test
Figure 8-4 PV test screen
6. Press [Esc] to return to the standby display.
7. The screen displays “Current State: Idle (pending!)” when the
acknowledge signal is received from the NCS.
8. When testing begins the screen displays “Current State: TEST-
ING”.
9. Transmit a message to the LES. The LES, after acknowledging
receipt of your message, transmits a message to you.