"> JRC (Japan Radio Co) DP-6A
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JRC (Japan Radio Co)

DP-6A

The JRC (Japan Radio Co) DP-6A is a marine MF/HF radio installation. It is normally installed at the bridge radio console with external antenna, tuner and earthing/counterpoise system. It is designed for long-range voice and distress/safety communication beyond normal VHF range. The operating principle relies on MF/HF radio transmission and reception, with DSC where fitted/approved. The supplied entry gives no additional verified capacity, pressure, power or dimensional figure for this model. Compared with neighbouring models, the relevant differences are transmitter output, antenna tuner, control unit and GMDSS interfaces; these must be confirmed from the installed documentation rather than inferred from the model designation alone. Service and survey attention should concentrate on transmit/receive checks, tuner/antenna/grounding, cooling, identity/position inputs and power. For exact ratings, dimensions, tolerances, test limits and model-specific settings, refer to the manufacturer documentation for the exact figure.

Components & Design

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Technical Data

type NBDP Terminal
imo compliant True

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Common failures & inspection points

Transmitter or receiver failure caused by RF, antenna, feeder or power faults, noticed as poor range, failed checks or loss of reception
Antenna/feed-line deterioration caused by corrosion, water ingress or mechanical damage, noticed as intermittent operation or reduced range
Control or audio failure caused by handset, microphone, display, keypad or controller faults, noticed as inability to operate normal functions
Position/identity or data-interface failure caused by wiring or configuration faults, noticed as missing or incorrect safety data
Power-source failure caused by breaker, fuse, converter or emergency-supply faults, noticed as dead equipment or loss of required GMDSS availability

Service & Maintenance

Carry out the permitted operational/self-tests, inspect antennas, feeders, connectors, controls and cooling, and verify normal and emergency power where required. Check vessel identity, position and interfaces appropriate to the equipment type and review recurring alarms or logbook entries. A radio surveyor should confirm the installation and programmed data against the approved radio documentation.

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Replacement Parts

Carry fuses, approved handsets/microphones or control accessories where applicable, antenna connectors and feeder repair items, selected power-supply components and manufacturer-recommended interface/control spares. The spare scale should match the vessel's declared GMDSS maintenance method.
Equipment Model #127176 · ✓ still in production