♦ GENERAL The radiotelephone system consisting of the JSB-196GM that covers the frequency range of 1.6 to 27.5MHz and the NCT-196 DSV terminal with an internal DSC watchkeeping receiver conforms to the applicable regulations including the IMO performance standard and the national standard. ♦ FEATURES • Simple installation on small ship Each equipment if of very compact design for simple installation on small ship. The GMDSS-based system consists of the JSB-196GM MF/HF Radiotelephone, the NCT-196 DSC Terminal and a DC-DC converter. The main unit of the JSB-196GM and the NCT-196 can be integrated as a stacked system and installed in a easy-to-operate place on the bridge. • High expandability The JSB-196GM can provide the HF E-mail communication capability by connecting a dedicated modem and a general-purpose personal computer. • Easy operation The JSB-196GM is designed for user-friendly operation using a single large control dial for frequency channel selection, mode setting and high/low transmit power switching. The NCT-196 integrates the DSC modem and the watchkeeping receiver in it, enabling operations to fully meet the GMDSS requirements. • Digital signal processing(DSP) The JSB-196GM radiotelephone uses 32-bit floating point DSP for digital signal processing in and after the IF stage. The DSP technology improves a number of functions including noise reduction and various types of interference rejection, ensuring enhanced performance.