ECLIPSE DSC+ GX1100S 25 Watt VHF/FM Class D DSC Marine Transceiver Owner's Manual z Affordable Ultra Compact Fixed Mount VHF radio z Submersible IPX7 Front Panel z DSC (Digital Selective Calling) Class D with Position Report and Request z Programmable Scan, Priority Scan, and Dual Watch z Full dot matrix display capable of indicating GPS informationÚ z Submersible microphone with dedicated 16/9, H/L keys and channel selection z All USA / International and Canadian Marine Channels z NOAA Weather Channels wi
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 GENERAL INFORMATION ................................................................................... 4 PACKING LIST ..................................................................................................... 4 OPTIONS .............................................................................................................. 4 SAFETY / WARNING INFORMATION .................................................................. 5 FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION .......
TABLE OF CONTENTS 11 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING ......................................................................... 28 11.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................. 28 11.2 MARITIME MOBILE SERVICE IDENTITY (MMSI) .................................... 28 11.2.1 What is an MMSI? ......................................................................... 28 11.2.2 Programming the MMSI ............................................................
1 GENERAL INFORMATION The Vertex Standard GX1100S ECLIPSE DSC+ is a VHF/FM transceiver designed for use in the frequency range of 156.025 to 163.275 MHz. The GX1100S can be operated from 11 to 16 VDC and has a switchable RF output power of 1 watt or 25 watts. The GX1100S is capable of DSC (Digital Selective Calling) Class D (independent Channel 70 receiver) operation which allows continuous receiving of Digital Selective Calling functions on channel 70 even if the radio is receiving a call.
4 SAFETY / WARNING INFORMATION This radio is restricted to occupational use, work related operations only where the radio operator must have the knowledge to control the exposure conditions of its passengers and bystanders by maintaining the minimum separation distance of 0.6 m (2 feet). Failure to observe these restrictions will result in exceeding the FCC RF exposure limits. Antenna Installation: The antenna must be located at least 0.
5 FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION Vertex Standard radios comply with the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service. STATION LICENSE An FCC ship station license is no longer required for any vessel traveling in U.S. waters (except Hawaii) which is under 20 meters in length.
6 FCC NOTICE NOTICE Unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void compliance with FCC Rules. Any change or modification must be approved in writing by Marine Division of Vertex Standard. NOTICE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
7 GETTING STARTED 7.1 ABOUT VHF RADIO The radio frequencies used in the VHF marine band lie between 156 and 158 MHz with some shore stations available between 161 and 163 MHz. The marine VHF band provides communications over distances that are essentially “line of sight” (VHF signals do not travel well through objects such as buildings, hills or trees). Actual transmission range depends much more on antenna type, gain and height than on the power output of the transmitter.
7.3 COAXIAL CABLE VHF antennas are connected to the transceiver by means of a coaxial cable – a shielded transmission line. Coaxial cable is specified by it’s diameter and construction. For runs less than 20 feet, RG-58/U, about 1/4 inch in diameter is a good choice. For runs over 20 feet but less than 50 feet, the larger RG-8X should be used for cable runs over 50 feet RG-213 should be used. For installation of the connector onto the coaxial cable refer to the figure below.
8 INSTALLATION 8.1 LOCATION The radio can be mounted at any angle. Choose a mounting location that: • keeps the radio and microphone at least 3.3 ft (1 m) away from your vessel’s magnetic navigation compass • provides accessibility to the front panel controls • allows connection to a power source and an antenna • has nearby space for installation of a microphone hanger • the antenna must be mounted at least 3.
8.2.2 Optional MMB-84 Flush Mount Bracket 1. To assist in flush mounting, a template has been included. Use this template to assess the mounting location. 2. Use the template to mark the location where the rectangular hole is to be cut. Confirm the space behind the dash or panel is deep enough to accommodate the transceiver (at least 6.7 inches or 17 cm deep). There should be at least 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) between the transceiver’s heatsink and any wiring, cables or structures. 3.
8.3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CAUTION Reverse polarity connections will damage the radio! Connect the power cord and antenna to the radio. Antenna and Power Supply connections are as follows (see Figure 1): 1. Mount the antenna at least 1 m away from the radio. At the rear of the radio, connect the antenna cable. 2. Connect the red power wire to a 13.8 VDC ±20% power source. Connect the black power wire to a negative ground. 3.
8.4 ACCESSORY CABLE Wire Color/Description WHITE - External Speaker (+) SHIELD - External Speaker (–) BLUE- NMEA Input (+) GREEN - NMEA Input (–) PURPLE - NMEA Output (+) Connection Examples Connect to external 4 Ohm audio speaker Connect to external 4 Ohm audio speaker Connect to NMEA (+) output of GPS Connect to NMEA ground of GPS Connect to NMEA (+) input of GPS When connecting the external speaker or GPS navigation receiver, strip off about 1 inch (2.
8.6 CHANGING THE GPS TIME From the Factory the GX1100S shows GPS satellite time or UTC time. A time offset is needed to show the local time in your area. 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key until SETUP MENU “SETUP MENU” appears. TIME OFFSET OFFSET” 2. Press the [ENT] key, then select “TIME with the [S(UP)] / [T(DOWN)] keys. 3. Press the [ENT] key. 4. Press the [S (UP)] / [T (DOWN)] keys to select time offset from UTC. See illustration below to find 00:00 your offset time from UTC.
8.7 CHANGING THE TIME LOCATION Sets the radio to show UTC time or Local time with the offset inputted in section 8.6 Changing the GPS Time. 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key until SETUP MENU “SETUP MENU” appears. TIME DISPLAY DISPLAY” 2. Press the [ENT] key, then select “TIME with the [S(UP)] / [T(DOWN)] keys. 3. Press the [ENT] key. UTC 4. Press the [S(UP)] / [T(DOWN)] to select “UTC UTC” LOCAL or “LOCAL LOCAL”. 5. Press the [ENT] key to store the selected setting. 6.
9 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS NOTE This section defines each control of the transceiver. See Figure 4 for location of controls. For detailed operating instructions refer to section “10 BASIC OPERATION.” POWER SWITCH / VOLUME CONTROL (VOL/PWR) Turns the transceiver on and off as well as adjusts the audio volume. Turn this knob clockwise to turn the radio on and to increase the speakers audio volume level. Turn fully counter-clockwise to turn the radio off.
Figure 4.
KEYPAD [S(UP)] / [T(DOWN)] KEYS The [S(UP)] and [T(DOWN)] keys are used to select a desired channel and to select items in the DSC OPERATION and SETUP menus. [16/9] Key Immediately recalls channel 16 from any channel location and automatically selects high power. Holding down this key recalls channel 9. Pressing the [16/9] key again reverts to the previous selected working channel.
Install only the supplied screw or similar size (M3x6, Stainless Steel) screw. ANTENNA JACK Connects an antenna to the transceiver. Use a marine VHF antenna with an impedance of 50 ohms. MICROPHONE Transmits the voice message with reduction of background noise, using Clear Voice Noise Reduction Technology. NOTE Be sure your mouth is about 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) from the mic hole for best performance. PTT (Push-To-Talk) SWITCH Keys the transmitter when the transceiver is in radio mode.
10 BASIC OPERATION 10.1 RECEPTION 1. After the transceiver has been installed, ensure that the power supply and antenna are properly connected. 2. Turn the VOL/PWR knob clockwise to turn the transceiver on. 3. Turn the SQL knob fully counterclockwise. This state is known as “squelch off”. 4. Turn up the VOL knob until noise or audio from the speaker is at a comfortable level. 5. Turn the SQL knob clockwise until the random noise disappears. This state is known as the “squelch threshold.” 6.
10.4 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE Refer to the VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART (page 64) for instructions on use of simplex and duplex channels. NOTE All channels are factory-programmed in accordance with International, Industry Canada (Canada), and FCC (USA) regulations. Mode of operation cannot be altered from simplex to duplex or vice-versa. 10.5 USA, INTERNATIONAL, AND CANADA MODE 1. To change the modes, hold the [16/9] key and press the [CLR(WX)] key.
the following is performed: 1. Program NOAA weather channels into the transceiver’s memory for scanning. Follow the same procedure as for regular channels under section “10.11 SCANNING.” 2. Press the [SCAN(MEM)] key once to start memory scanning or priority scanRADIO SETUP ning (determined from the “RADIO SETUP” selection, see page 56 for details). 3. The programmed NOAA weather channels will be scanned along with the regular-programmed channels.
8. Give your vessel’s description: length, design (power or sail), color and other distinguishing marks. The total transmission should not exceed 1 minute. 9. End the message by saying “OVER.” Release the microphone button and listen. 10. If there is no answer, repeat the above procedure. If there is still no response, try another channel. 10.8 CALLING ANOTHER VESSEL (CHANNEL 16 OR 9) Channel 16 may be used for initial contact (hailing) with another vessel.
10.9 MAKING TELEPHONE CALLS To make a radiotelephone call, use a channel designated for this purpose, The fastest way to learn which channels are used for radiotelephone traffic is to ask at a local marina. Channels available for such traffic are designated Public Correspondence channels on the channel charts in this manual. Some examples for USA use are Channels 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 84, 85, 86, and 87.
10.11.2 Memory Scanning (M-SCAN) 1. Adjust the SQL knob until background noise disappears. 2. Select a desired channel to be scanned using the [S(UP)] / [T(DOWN)] keys. 3. Press and hold the [SCAN(MEM)] key until “MEM” is shown on the LCD which indicates the channel has been programmed into the transceivers memory. 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for all the desired channels to be scanned. 5.
priority channel will be scanned after each programmed channel. 7. To stop scanning, press the [16/9] or [CLR(WX)] key. Priority Channel Setting 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] SETUP MENU key until “SETUP MENU” appears. PRIORITY 2. Press the [ENT] key, then select “PRIORITY CH RADIO SETUP CH” in the “RADIO SETUP” menu with the [S(UP)] / [T(DOWN)] keys. 3. Press the [ENT] key. 4. Press the [S (UP)] / [T (DOWN)] keys to select the Priority channel. 7.
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11 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING 11.1 GENERAL WARNING This radio is designed to generate a digital maritime distress and safety call to facilitate search and rescue. To be effective as a safety device, this equipment must be used only within communication range of a shorebased VHF marine channel 70 distress and safety watch system. The range of signal may vary but under normal conditions should be approximately 20 nautical miles.
11.2.2 Programming the MMSI WARNING A User MMSI can be input only once. Therefore, please be careful not to input the incorrect MMSI number. If you need to change the MMSI number after it has been entered, the radio will have to be returned to Factory Service. Refer to the section “13.2. FACTORY SERVICE.” 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] SETUP MENU key until the “SETUP MENU” appears. 2. Press the [T(DOWN)] key repeatedly until MMSI SETUP the “MMSI SETUP” menu appears. [ 3. Press the ENT] key.
11.3 DISTRESS ALERT The GX1100S is capable of transmitting and receiving DSC Distress messages to all DSC radios. The GX1100S may be connected to a GPS to also transmit the Latitude and Longitude of the vessel. NOTE If a GPS with NMEA output is not connected to the radio, the GX1100S will beep 10 minutes after the radio is turned on. After that the GX1100S will beep every 4 hours alerting to connect a GPS. 11.3.
Transmitting a Distress Alert with Nature of Distress The GX1100S is capable of transmitting a Distress Alert with the following “Nature of Distress” categories: Undesignated, Fire, Flooding, Collision, Grounding, Capsizing, Sinking, Adrift, Abandoning, Piracy, Mob 1. Lift the red spring loaded DISTRESS cover and press the [ DISTRESS ] key. The “DISTRESS” menu will appear on the LCD. 2. Press the [ENT] key. 3.
Cancel a Distress Alert The GX1100S has the capability to transmit a DSC Distress cancel call by, pressing the [ CLR ( WX )] key, then press the [ENT] key. 11.3.2 Receiving a Distress Alert 1. When a Distress Alert is received, an emergency alarm sounds. The display will show the MMSI (or name) of the vessel transmitting the Distress and the radio automatically switches to channel 16. 2. Press any key to stop the alarm. 3.
11.4 ALL SHIPS CALL The All Ships Call function allows contact to be established with other vessel stations without having their ID in the individual calling directory. Also, priority for the call can be designated as Urgency or Safety. URGENCY Call: This type of call is used when a vessel may not truly be in distress, but have a potential problem that may lead to a distress situation. This call is the same as saying PAN PAN PAN on channel 16.
11.4.2 Receiving an All Ships Call 1. When an All Ships Call is received, an emergency alarm sounds. The display will show the MMSI (or name) of the vessel transmitting the All Ships Call and the radio automatically switches to the requested channel (but, the display will not change). 2. Press any key to stop the alarm. 3. Press the [T(DOWN)] key to display the “Nature of Call”. 4. Press the [CLR(WX)] key to display the operating channel number of the requested channel. 5.
11.5 INDIVIDUAL CALL This feature allows the GX1100S to contact another vessel with a DSC VHF radio and automatically switch the receiving radio to a desired communications channel. This feature is similar to calling a vessel on CH16 and requesting to go to another channel (switching to the channel is private between the two stations). 11.5.
ber and move one space to the right press the [ENT] key. Repeat this procedure until all nine spaces of the MMSI number are entered. 11. If a mistake was made entering in the name or the MMSI number, press the microphone’s [H/L] key repeatedly until the wrong character is selected, then press the [S(UP)] / [T(DOWN)] keys to correct the entry. 12. To store the data entered, press and hold the [ENT] key. 13. To enter another individual address, repeat steps 4 through 12. 14.
11.5.3 Setting up the Individual Call Ringer When a Individual Call is received the radio will produce a ringing tone for 3 minutes. This selection allows the Individual Call ringer time to be changed. 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] SETUP MENU key until “SETUP MENU” appears. [ ( )] 2. Press the S UP / [T(DOWN)] keys to seDSC SETUP lect “DSC SETUP” menu. INDIV 3. Press the [ ENT ] key, then select “INDIV RING RING” with the [S(UP)] / [T(DOWN)] keys. 4. Press the [ENT] key. 5.
11.5.4 Transmitting an Individual Call This feature allows the user to contact another vessel with a DSC radio and have the radio switch to another channel and ring like a telephone. This feature is similar to calling a vessel on CH16 and requesting to go to another channel. Pre-Programmable Calling DSC MENU 1. Press the [CALL(MENU)] key. The “DSC MENU” will appear. 2. Press the [S (UP)] / [T (DOWN)] keys to select INDIVIDUAL “INDIVIDUAL INDIVIDUAL”. (To cancel, press the [16/9] or [CLR] key.) 3.
Manual Calling You may enter an MMSI number manually to contact without storing it in the Individual Directory. DSC MENU 1. Press the [CALL(MENU)] key. The “DSC MENU” will appear. 2. Press the [S (UP)] / [T (DOWN)] keys to select INDIVIDUAL “INDIVIDUAL INDIVIDUAL”. (To cancel, press the [ 16/9 ] or [CLR(WX)] key.) 3. Press the [ENT] key. The transceiver will beep, and the “Individual directory” will appear. 4. Press the [S (UP)] / [T (DOWN)] keys to select MANUAL “MANUAL MANUAL”, then press the [ENT] key.
11.5.5 Receiving an Individual Call When receiving an individual call, an acknowledgment must be sent back to the calling station. The GX1100S default setting is Automatic, but has a selection that allows you to manually send a reply before the radio will switch to the requested calling channel. This selection is useful if you want to see who is calling and requesting you to switch to a channel for communications, similar to caller id on a cellular phone. 1.
11.6 CALL WAITING DIRECTORY The GX1100S logs received Distress Calls and Individual Calls into the Call Waiting Directory for review at a later time. The DSC Call Waiting feature is similar to an answer machine where calls are recorded for review. When a call is logged while the radio is set on the DSC Standby function, a “ ” icon will appear on the display. The GX1100S can store up to the latest 20 Distress and up to the latest 38 Individual Calls. 11.6.
[T (DOWN)] keys to review details for the selected category or station. 6. If you review the DSC Call, press the [ENT] key again, to call the selected station if desired. 7. To exit Call Waiting Directory and return to radio operation mode press the [CLR] key. NOTE When there is an unread received call, the “¾” icon will appear behind the unread category (“DISTRESS” or “DSC CALL”) and station name (or MMSI number). 11.6.3 To Delete the Received Log from the “DSC Log” Directory DSC MENU 1.
11.7 GROUP CALL This feature allows the user to contact a group of specific vessels (example members of a yacht club) with a Group MMSI number using the Group call function to automatically switch to a desired channel for voice communications. This function is very useful for yacht clubs and vessels traveling together that want to collectively make announcements on a predetermined channel. 11.7.
6. Press the [S (UP)] / [T (DOWN)] keys to scroll through the first letter of the group name you want to reference in the directory. 7. Press the [ENT] key to store the first letter in the name and step to the next letter to the right. 8. Repeat step 6 and 7 until the name is complete. The name can consist of up to eleven characters, if you do not use all eleven characters press the [ENT] key to move to the next space. This method can also be used to enter a blank space in the name.
5. Press the [ENT] key, then press the [S(UP)] / [T(DOWN)] keys to select the operating channel you want to communicate on and press the [ENT] key. 6. Press the [ENT] key again to transmit the Group Call signal. 7. After the GROUP CALL is transmitted, all the radios in the group will switch to the channel which is selected on step 5 above (but, the display will not change). 8. Press the [CLR(WX)] key to return to radio operation mode. 9.
8. Press the [ENT] key, then press the [ S (UP)] / [T(DOWN)] keys to select the operating channel you want to communicate on and press the [ENT] key. 9. Press the [ENT] key again to transmit the Group Call signal. 10. After the GROUP CALL is transmitted, all the radios in the group will switch to the channel which is selected on step 5 above (but, the display will not change). 11. Press the [CLR(WX)] key to return to radio operation mod. 12.
11.7.4 Setting up the Group Call Ringer The GX1100S has the capability to turn off the Group call ringer. 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] SETUP MENU key until “SETUP MENU” appears. 2. Press the [S (UP)] / [T (DOWN)] keys to DCS SETUP SETUP” menu. select “DCS DCS BEEP BEEP” 3. Press the [ENT] key, then select “DCS with the [S(UP)] / [T(DOWN)] keys. 4. Press the [ENT] key. 5. Press the [S (UP)] / [T (DOWN)] keys to GROUP select “GROUP GROUP” then press the [ENT] key. 6.
11.8 POSITION REQUEST Advancements in DSC have made it possible to poll the location of another vessel and show the position of that vessel on the display of the GX1100S. Standard Horizon has taken this feature one step further, if any Standard Horizon GPS is connected to the GX1100S, the polled position of the vessel is shown on the display of the GPS chart plotter making it easy to navigate to the location of the polled vessel.
The GX1100S has the capability to turn off the Position Request ringer. 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] SETUP MENU key until “SETUP MENU” appears. 2. Press the [S(UP)] / [T(DOWN)] keys to seDSC SETUP lect “DSC SETUP” menu. DSC BEEP 3. Press the [ENT] key, then select “DSC BEEP” [ ( )] [ ( )] with the S UP / T DOWN keys. 4. Press the [ENT] key. 5. Press the [S(UP)] / [T(DOWN)] keys to sePOS REQUEST lect “POS REQUEST”. 6. Press the [ENT] key. 7.
8. Press the [T (DOWN)] key to show the position from the polled vessel transferred on the display. 9. If the GX1100S does not receive a reply, the display will be as shown in the illustration on the right. To send again, press the [ENT] key. NOTE If the GX1100S does not receive position data from the polled vessel, the LCD will show “NO POSITION DATA.” Manual Request You may enter an MMSI number manually to contact without the Setting up the Individual / Position Call Directory. DSC MENU 1.
alarm sound and the position from the polled vessel transferred to the GPS Chart plotter. 10. Press any key to stop the alarm. 11. Press the [T(DOWN)] key to show the position from the polled vessel transferred on the display. 12. If the GX1100S does not receive a reply, the display will be as shown in the illustration on the right. To send again, press the [ENT] key. 11.8.
11.9 POSITION REPORT The feature is similar to Position Request, however instead of requesting a position of another vessel this function allows you to send your position to another vessel. In order to send your position you need to have a GPS receiver connected or to have manually input your position. See section “11.11 MANUAL INPUTTING OF THE GPS LOCATION.” 11.9.1 Setting up a Position Report Ringer The GX1100S has the capability to turn off the Position Report ringer. 1.
11.9.2 Transmitting a DSC Position Report Call Pre-Programmable Calling DSC 1. Press the [CALL(MENU)] key. The “DSC MENU MENU” will appear in the display. 2. Press the [S(UP)] / [T(DOWN)] keys to sePOS REPORT REPORT”. lect the “POS 3. Press the [ENT] key, then press the [ S (UP )] / [T (DOWN)] keys to select the category ROUITINE SAFETY (“ROUITINE ROUITINE” or “SAFETY SAFETY”) for the Position Report Call. 4. Press the [ENT] key to show the Position Request Directory.
6. 7. 8. 9. procedure until all nine spaces of the MMSI number which you want to contact are entered. If a mistake was made entering in the MMSI number repeat pressing the microphone’s [H/L] key until the wrong nunber is selected, then move the channel knob to correct the entry. When finished entering the MMSI number, press and hold the [ENT] key. Press the [ENT] key to send your position to the selected vessel. Press the [CLR(WX)] key to return the display to the radio operation mode display. 11.9.
11.10 DSC TRANSMISSION TEST Use the following procedure to ensure the DSC feature are functioning with another DSC radio. DSC MENU 1. Press the [CALL(MENU)] key. The “DSC MENU” will appear in the display. 2. Press the [S (UP)] / [T (DOWN)] keys to select DSC TEST the “DSC TEST”. 3. Press the [ENT] key, then select the station (name or MMSI number) to be sent the test signal with the [S(UP)] / [T(DOWN)] keys. This directory uses the Individual Directory information. 4.
11.11 MANUAL INPUTTING OF THE GPS LOCATION (LAT/LON) You may send the Latitude/Longitude of your vessel manually even if the GX1100S is not connected the GPS receiver unit. After the position is entered, transmitting a DSC Distress, Position Request, or Position Send will contain the manually entered position. 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] SETUP MENU MENU” appears. key until “SETUP 2. Press the [S(UP)] / [T(DOWN)] keys to sePOS INPUT lect “POS INPUT” menu. 3. Press the [ENT] key.
12 RADIO SETUP 12.1 LAMP ADJUSTING Allows ajustment of the backlight intensity or to turn it off. 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key until SETUP MENU “SETUP MENU” appears. DIMMER 2. Press the [ENT] key, then select “DIMMER DIMMER” in the RADIO SETUP “RADIO SETUP” menu with the [ S ( UP )] / [T(DOWN)] keys. 3. Press the [ENT] key. 4. Press the [S (UP)] / [T (DOWN)] keys to select OFF the desired level. When “OFF OFF” is selected, the lamp is extinguished. 5.
12.3 TIME OFFSET This selection sets the time offset between local time and UTC (time GPS sends to radio). 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key until SETUP MENU “SETUP MENU” appears. TIME OFFSET OFFSET” in 2. Press the [ENT] key, then select “TIME RADIO SETUP SETUP” menu with the [ S ( UP )] / the “RADIO [T(DOWN)] keys. 3. Press the [ENT] key. 4. Press the [S (UP)] / [T (DOWN)] keys to select time offset from UTC. See illustration below to find 00:00 your offset time from UTC.
12.4 TIME DISPLAY This selection selects the time display between local time and UTC (time GPS sends to radio). 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key until SETUP MENU “SETUP MENU” appears. TIME DISPLAY DISPLAY” 2. Press the [ENT] key, then select “TIME RADIO SETUP SETUP” menu with the [S (UP )] / in the “RADIO [T(DOWN)] keys. 3. Press the [ENT] key. 4. Press the [S(UP)] / [T (DOWN)] keys. to select UTC LOCAL “UTC UTC” or “LOCAL LOCAL”. 5. Press the [ENT] key to store the selected setting. 6.
12.6 SCAN TYPE This selection selects the scan mode between “Memory Scan” and “Priority Scan.” 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key until SETUP MENU “SETUP MENU” appears. SCAN TYPE TYPE” in 2. Press the [ENT] key, then select “SCAN RADIO SETUP SETUP” menu with the [ S ( UP )] / the “RADIO [T(DOWN)] keys. 3. Press the [ENT] key. 4. Press the [S (UP)] / [T (DOWN)] keys to select PRIORITY SCAN MEMORY SCAN “PRIORITY SCAN” or “MEMORY SCAN”. 5. Press the [ENT] key to store the selected setting. 6.
12.8 WX ALERT This selection allows the radios NOAA Weather alert to be turned off. Default setting is ON. 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key until SETUP MENU “SETUP MENU” appears. WX ALERT ALERT” in 2. Press the [ENT] key, then select “WX RADIO SETUP SETUP” menu with the [ S ( UP )] / the “RADIO [T(DOWN)] keys. 3. Press the [ENT] key. 4. Press the [S(UP)]/[T(DOWN)] keys to select the desired Weather Alert mode.
13 MAINTENANCE The inherent quality of the solid-state components used in this transceiver will provide many years of continuous use. Taking the following precautions however, will prevent damage to the transceiver. • • • • Keep the microphone connected or the jack covered at all times to prevent corrosion of electrical contacts; Never key the microphone unless an antenna or suitable dummy load is connected to the transceiver.
13.2 FACTORY SERVICE In the unlikely event that the radio fails to perform or needs servicing, please contact Marine Division of Vertex Standard (in USA or Canada) or Standard Horizon/Vertex Standard authorized dealers (outside USA or Canada). An “RA” Return Authorisation number is not necessary to send a product in for service. Include a brief note describing the problem along with your name, return address, phone number, and proof of purchase. 13.
14 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS Tables on the following columns list the VHF Marine Channel assignments for U.S.A. and International use. Below are listed some data about the charts. 1. VTS. Where indicated, these channels are part of the U.S. Coast Guard’s Vessel Traffic System. 2. Alpha channel numbers, that is, channel numbers followed by the letter A (such as Channel 07A) are simplex channels on the U.S.A. or Canadian channel assignments whose counterparts in the International assignments are duplex channels.
CH 01 01A 02 03 03A 04 U C X X X X X 04A X 05 05A 06 07 X X X X 07A 08 09 X X X X X X 10 11 12 13 14 15 15 16 17 18 18A 19 19A 19A 20 X X X X X X X X X X X 20A 21 21A 22 22A X 23 23A 24 25 26 27 28 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X GX1100S X X X X X VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE X D 156.050 160.650 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) S 156.050 Port Operation and Commercial. VTS in selected areas X D 156.100 160.
CH 60 61 U C X 61A X X 62 62A X 63 63A X 64 64A X X X X 65A 66 X X 66A 67 X X X X 68 69 X X X X 70 X X 71 X X 72 73 X X X X 74 X X 75 76 77 77 78 X X X X X X 78A 79 79A X X X X 65 Page 66 VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE X D 156.025 160.625 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) X D 156.075 160.675 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship movement S 156.
CH 80 80A 81 81A 81A 82 82A 83 83 83A 84 85 86 87 87A 88 88A WX01 WX02 WX03 WX04 WX05 WX06 WX07 WX08 WX09 WX10 NOTE: VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE X D 157.025 161.625 Port operation, ship movement X X S 157.025 Commercial X D 157.075 161.675 Port operation, ship movement X S 157.075 U.S. Government Only Environmental protection operations. X S 157.075 Canadian Coast Guard Only X D 157.125 161.725 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship movement X X S 157.125 U.S.
Points of communication (Intership and between coast and ship Coast u n l e s s o t h e r w i s e Ship transmit transmit iandicated) Port Operations 156.050 156.050 01A1 63A1 156.175 156.175 052 156.250 156.250 65A 156.275 156.275 66A 156.325 156.325 123 156.600 156.600 73 156.675 156.675 3 14 156.700 156.700 74 156.725 156.725 774 156.875 Intership only. 20 157.000 161.600 Intership only. 20A12 157.000 Navigational (Bridge-to-Bridge)5 136 156.650 156.650 677 156.375 156.375 Commercial 01A1 156.050 156.
4: Use of 156.875 MHz is limited to communications with pilots regarding the movement and docking of ships. Normal output power must not exceed 1 watt. 5: 156.375 MHz and 156.650 MHz are available primarily for intership navigational communications. These frequencies are available between coast and ship on a secondary basis when used on or in the vicinity of locks or drawbridges. Normal output power must not exceed 1 watt.
15 WARRANTY Marine Products Limited Warranty PLEASE NOTE The following “Limited Warranty” is for valid for products that have been purchased in the United States and Canada. For limited Warranty details outside the United States, contact the dealer in your country.
be defective or not up to factory specifications. STANDARD HORIZON may, at its option, repair or replace parts or subassemblies with new or reconditioned parts and subassemblies. Parts thus repaired or replaced are warranted for the balance of the original applicable warranty. STANDARD HORIZON will not warrant installation, maintenance or service of the Products. In all instances, STANDARD HORIZON’s liability for damages shall not exceed the purchase price of the defective Product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply. This warranty gives specific legal rights, and there may be other rights which may vary from state to state. ONLY PRODUCTS SOLD ON OR AFTER JANUARY 1, 1991 ARE COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
16 SPECIFICATIONS Performance specifications are nominal, unless otherwise indicated, and are subject to change without notice. 16.1 GENERAL Channels ............................................................. All USA, International and Canadian Input Voltage ....................................................................................... 13.8 VDC ±20% Current Drain Standby ........................................................................................................... 0.3 A Receive ....
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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. Part 15.21: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by Vertex Standard could void the User’s authorization to operate this device.
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