Standard Horizon QUANTUM GX5500S Owner's Manual

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Page 1 QUANTUM GX5500S 25 Watt VHF/FM Marine Transceiver Owner's Manual Commercial grade ITU-R M.493-13 Class D DSC transceiver Superior receiver performance (80 dB rejection) 30W loud hailer complete with listen-back and 4 fog horns, bells,and whistle 2.2 inch internal speaker producing clear load audio 2.58 x 1.28 inch dot matrix display...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS 8.14 WIRELESS OPERATION ............42 Quick Reference Guide ................4 1 GENERAL INFORMATION ..............5 9 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING ............43 9.1 GENERAL ..................43 2 PACKING LIST ..................5 9.2 MARITIME MOBILE SERVICE IDENTITY (MMSI) ....43 3 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ..............6 9.2.1 What is an MMSI? ............43 4 ON-LINE WARRANTY REGISTRATION (in USA or Canada only) ..6 9.2.2 Programming the MMSI ............44 5 GETTING STARTED................7...
Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS 11 DSC SETUP ..................92 11.1 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY ............92 11.2 INDIVIDUAL REPLY ..............92 11.3 INDIVIDUAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT ..........92 11.4 INDIVIDUAL RINGER ..............92 11.5 GROUP DIRECTORY ..............92 11.6 POSITION REPLY ..............93 11.7 DSC BEEP .................93 11.8 AUTO CHANNEL SWITCH TIME ..........94 11.9 NO ACTION TIMER ON MENU OPERATION ......94 11.10 NO ACTION TIMER ON DSC OPERATION ......95 11.11 NO ACTION TIMER ON DISTRESS OPERATION ....95...
Page 4: Quick Reference Guide
UICK EFERENCE UIDE The GX5500S is equipped with the E2O (Easy-To-Operate) system. You can do the basic operation in numerical order in the illustration below. Connect the supplied hand microphone. Press and hold the key to turn on or off the radio. Rotate the SQL knob counter clockwise to unsquelch the radio.
Page 5: General Information
1 GENERAL INFORMATION The STANDARD HORIZON QUANTUM GX5500S marine VHF/FM marine transceiver is capable of ITU-R 493-13 DSC (Digital Selective Calling) class D operation. The class D operation allows continuous receiving of digital selective calling functions on channel 70 even if the radio is receiving a call.
Page 6: Optional Accessories
PRODUCT SUPPORT INQUIRIES If you have any questions or comments regarding the use of the GX5500S, you can visit the STANDARD HORIZON website to send an E-Mail (marinetech@yaesu.com) or contact the Product Support team at (800) 767-2450 M-F 8:00AM to 5:00PM PST.
Page 7: Getting Started
5 GETTING STARTED PROHIBITED COMMUNICATIONS The FCC prohibits the following communications: 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 essen- buildings, hills or trees).
Page 8: Coaxial Cable
COAXIAL CABLE VHF antennas are connected to the transceiver by means of a coaxial cable 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 or RG-213/U should be used for cable runs over 50 feet RG-213/U should be used.
Page 9: Calling Another Vessel (Channel 16 Or 9)
6. Report the number of persons aboard and condition of any injured. 7. Estimate the present seaworthiness and condition of your vessel. 8. Give your vessel’s description: length, design (power or sail), color and other distinguishing marks. The total transmission should not exceed 1 minute.
Page 10: Making Telephone Calls
go to,” the number of the other channel, say over” and release the PTT switch on the mic. Then switch to the new chan- nel. When the new channel is not busy, call the other vessel. over,” and release the microphone’s PTT switch. When all communication with the other vessel is completed, end the last out.”...
Page 11 your VHF radio to the appropriate channel for your location and conduct a radio check as you typically would. Upon releasing your radio’s microphone, the system will play an automated message and relay your transmission back to you, thereby letting you know how your signal will sound to other boaters. The Automated Radio Check Service is currently available in the areas listed below.
Page 12: Installation
6 INSTALLATION 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 3 feet (1 m). Failure to observe these restrictions will result in exceeding the FCC RF exposure limits.
Page 13: Mounting The Radio
MOUNTING THE RADIO 6.3.1 Supplied Mounting Bracket The supplied mounting bracket allows overhead or desktop mounting. See illustration on next page, use a 13/64” (5.2 mm) bit to drill the holes to a surface which is more 0.4 inch (10 mm) thick and can support more than 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg) and secure the bracket with the supplied screws, spring washers, ESKTOP OUNTING...
Page 14: Optional Mmb-84 Flush Mount Bracket
6.3.2 Optional MMB-84 Flush Mount Bracket W (72 x 205 mm). 2. Use the supplied template to mark the location where the rectangular hole to accommodate the transceiver (at least 6 inches (150 mm) deep). There should be at least 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) between the transceiver’s heatsink and any wiring, cables or structures.
Page 15: Electrical Connections
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CAUTION Reverse polarity battery connections will damage the radio! Connect the power cord and antenna to the radio. Antenna and Power Supply connections are as follows: 1. Mount the antenna at least 3 feet (1 m) away from the radio. At the rear of the radio, connect the antenna cable.
Page 16: Accessory Cables
Fuse Replacement ( 125V 6A ) To take out the fuse from the fuse holder, hold both ends of the fuse holder and pull the fuse holder apart without bending. When you replace the fuse, please confirm that the fuse is tightly fixed on the metal contact located inside the fuse holder.
Page 17 PA Speaker Shield Blue NMEA OUT Green NMEA OUT Gray NMEA IN Brown NMEA IN DISTRESS Shield PULL OPEN GPS Receiver White External Speaker In some areas powerful AM broadcast stations may be heard when in listen- back mode. In this case change the speaker wire to 2-conductor shielded audio cable.
Page 18: Checking Gps Status
CHECKING GPS STATUS When turning on the radio after connections have 25W USA been made between the GX5500S and the GPS, a P-CH SOG:25.0 small satellite icon ( ) will appear on the top right COG:160 33 37.125 corner of the display and your current location (latitude/ 118 09.587 12:56 DISTRESS...
Page 19: Changing The Time Display
FFSET ABLE CHANGING THE TIME DISPLAY This menu selection allows the radio to show UTC (Universal Time Coordi- nated or GPS Satellite Time) or local time with the offset. 1. Press and hold the Setup Menu ” -Setup Menu- CALL Radio Setup Radio Setup ”...
Page 20: Changing Cog To True Or Magnetic
CHANGING COG TO TRUE OR MAGNETIC 1. Press and hold the Setup Menu ” -Setup Menu- CALL Radio Setup Radio Setup ” with the DSC Setup DIAL knob. QUIT SELECT 2. Press the key, then rotate the DIAL knob to [CLR] [ENT] Magnetic ”.
Page 21: Treble And Bass Audio Tone Control
6.10 TREBLE AND BASS AUDIO TONE CONTROL Allows the treble and bass of the speaker audio to be adjusted for the best acoustics in noisy environments. The effect is similar to adjusting the treble and bass controls on a stereo. 1.
Page 22 2. Install the ferrite core (supplied with the RAM3 ( CMP30 ) Remote Access Microphone) to the routing cable, then snap its two halves together, per the illustration on the next page. 3. Attach the ferrite core as close as possible to the MIC plug, as shown below.
Page 23: Connecting An External Speaker To The Ram3 Mic Cable
6.11.1 Connecting an External Speaker to the RAM3 Mic Cable In noisy locations an optional external speaker may be connected to the white and black speaker wires on the RAM3 routing cable (refer to previous page). The RAM3 can drive the internal speaker or the external speaker one at a time.
Page 24: Extra Microphone Installation
6.12 EXTRA MICROPHONE INSTALLATION The GX5500S has an additional microphone connector on the rear panel that provides the same function as that on the front panel. The supplied hand microphone can be connected to the connector directly, or through the optional microphone extension kit MEK-4 as below which allows the micro- phone being used remotely.
Page 25: Controls And Indicators
7 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS NOTE 8 BASIC OPERATION”. FRONT PANEL DISTRESS PULL OPEN VOL Knob (Volume Control) Adjusting this control clockwise increases the audio volume level. Secondary Use When in PA or Fog mode, controls the listen back volume. SQL Knob (Squelch Control) Adjusting this control clockwise sets the point at which random noise on the channel does not activate the audio circuits but a received signal does.
Page 26 Turns the transceiver on and off. To turn the transceiver on, press and hold this key until the LCD turns on. To turn it off, press and hold this key until the LCD turns off. When the power is turned on, the trans- ceiver is set to the last selected channel.
Page 27 When in menu mode (such as the DSC menu and setup menu), press Secondary use Pressing the key memorizes the selected channel into the transceiver scan memory for scanning. Repeating the same procedure ( ) DELETES the channel 8.10 SCANNING” for details. SCAN in a channel number.
Page 28 in a channel number. When in menu mode (such as the DSC menu and setup menu), press Secondary use Pressing the key first then pressing the key displays NAV Ground) on the LCD when a GPS is connected to the accessory cable of the GX5500S 6.6 CHECKING GPS STATUS”...
Page 29 8.11 PA/FOG OPERATION” for details. in a channel number. Pressing and holding this key adds the letter to the end of a channel number. When in menu mode (such as the DSC menu and setup menu), press Press the Key to cancel the menu selection and/or keypad entry. Press the Key to determine the menu selection and/or keypad entry.
Page 30: Rear Panel
Connects the GX5500S to a GPS, a PA/Hailer horn, and an external 3 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES” for a list of optional STANDARD HORIZON Speakers. DC Input Cable Connects the radio to a DC power supply capable of delivering 11 to 16V MIC Connector Connects the supplied hand microphone if desired.
Page 31: Microphone
MICROPHONE PTT ( Push-To-Talk ) Switch When in radio mode and the PTT switch pressed, the transmitter is enabled for voice communica- tions to another vessel. When an optional RAM3 second station microphone is connected and intercom mode is selected, pressing the PTT switch enables voice communications from the GX5500S to the RAM3 second...
Page 32: Basic Operation
8 BASIC OPERATION RECEPTION 1. After the transceiver has been installed, ensure that the power supply and antenna are properly connected. 2. Press and hold the key until the radio turns on. 3. Rotate the SQL ” is shown on 4.
Page 33: Transmit Time - Out Timer (Tot)
TRANSMIT TIME - OUT TIMER (TOT) When the PTT switch on the microphone is held down, transmit time is limit- ed to 5 minutes. This limits unintentional transmissions due to a stuck PTT switch inside the microphone. About 10 seconds before automatic transmitter shutdown, a warning beep will be heard from the speaker(s).
Page 34: Usa, Canada, And International Mode
USA, CANADA, AND INTERNATIONAL MODE To change the channel assignment from USA to Canada or International: 1. To change the channel assignments, hold the key and press the 16/9 key. The mode changes from USA to International then Canadian with each press of the key.
Page 35: Noaa Weather Alert Testing
NOTE If a key is not pressed the alert will sound for 5 minutes and then the weather report will be received. While listening to a weather channel, the radio can decode a weather alert and sound an alarm. 8.8.2 NOAA Weather Alert Testing NOAA tests the alert system ever Wednesday between 11AM and 1PM.
Page 36: Scanning
8.10 SCANNING Scan” scans the channels programmed in memory with the priority channel. 8.10.1 Scan Type Selection 1. Press and hold the S e t u p -Setup Menu- CALL Radio Setup Menu ” appears. DSC Setup 2. Rotate the DIAL R a d i o -Radio Setup- SELECT...
Page 37: Memory Scanning (M-Scan)
8.10.3 Memory Scanning (M-SCAN) mode. 2. Adjust the SQL knob until the background noise disappears. 3. Press key, then press the M-SCAN ” 25W USA SCAN M-SCAN appears on the display. Scanning will proceed SOG:25.0 COG:160 from the lowest to the highest programmed chan- 33 37.125 118 09.587 nel number and preset channel (described in the...
Page 38: Pa/Fog Operation
The GX5500S has a 30W hailer built-in and can be used with any 4 Ohm PA/Hailer horn. Standard Horizon offers two PA/Hailer horns, the 220SW (5” round 30 Watt PA/Hailer horn) and the 240SW (5” x 8” rectangular 40 Watt PA/Hailer horn).
Page 39: Operating The Fog Horn Mode
8.11.2 Operating the FOG HORN mode 1. Press key, then press the key to activate 25W USA FOG/HORN the FOG HORN mode. Underway Stop Sail 2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select one of the eight QUIT SELECT functions described above. [CLR] [ENT] 25W USA...
Page 40: Fog Signal Timing Chart
8.11.3 Fog Signal Timing Chart TYPE PATTERN USAGE UNDERWAY One 5-second blasts every 120 seconds. Motor vessel underway and making way. Listen Back 120s STOP Two 5-second blasts (separated by 2 seconds) Motor vessel underway but every 120 seconds. stopped (not making way). Listen Back 120s SAIL...
Page 41: Intercom Operation
8.12 INTERCOM OPERATION An optional CMP30 remote access microphone must be connected to perform intercom functions between the radio and the RAM3. 8.12.1 Communication 1. Press key, then press the key to enable the intercom mode. 2. When two RAM3 ( CMP30 ) microphones are connected, turn the DIAL knob to select the unit to be called ( RAM1 ”, RAM2 ”, ALL ”), and then press the key.
Page 42: Voice Scrambler
8.13 VOICE SCRAMBLER If privacy of communications is desired, a CVS2500 4-code voice scram- bler (VS) can be installed in the transceiver. Contact your Dealer to have a CVS2500 installed. 1. Turn the DIAL knob to select the channel to be scrambled. Note: Channel 16 and 70 can not operate the voice scrambler.
Page 43: Digital Selective Calling
9 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING GENERAL WARNING The GX5500S is designed to generate digital maritime distress and safety calls to facilitate search and rescue. To be effective as a safe- ty device, this equipment must be used only within communication range of a shore-based VHF marine channel 70 distress and safety watch system.
Page 44: Programming The Mmsi
THIS NUMBER MUST BE PROGRAMMED INTO THE RADIO TO OPER- ATE DSC FUNCTIONS. How can I obtain an MMSI assignment? In the USA, visit the following websites to register: http://www.boatus.com/mmsi/ http://seatow.com/boating_safety/mmsi.asp http://www.usps.org/php/mmsi/rules.php In Canada, visit http://www.ic.gc.ca/epic/site/smt-gst.nsf/en/sf01032e.html 9.2.2 Programming the MMSI WARNING The MMSI can be inputted only once.
Page 45: Dsc Distress Alert
9. After the second number has been input, -User MMSI- Input User MMSI press and hold the to store the MMSI. ********* Input Again 10. Press the key to return to the setup 1234567 9 QUIT menu. [CLR] [ENT] -User MMSI- 11.
Page 46: Distress Alert
4. When a DSC distress acknowledgment is received, a distress alarm sounds and channel 16 is automatically selected. The display shows the MMSI of the ship responding to your distress. RECEIVED ACK: acknowledgment signal is received. RECEIVED RLY: relay signal is received from another vessel or coast station.
Page 47 9.3.1.3 Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert by Manually Entering a Position The GX5500S allows you to manually enter a latitude/longitude of your vessel to be able to transmit a DSC distress alert. 1. Press the DSC Menu ” will appear. -DISTRESS ALERT MSG- CALL Nature of:Undisignated...
Page 48 9.3.1.4 Pausing a DSC Distress Call After a DSC distress call is transmitted, the call is repeated every 4 minutes until the call is canceled by the user or until the radio is turned off and on again. The GX5500S has provision to suspend (pause) the retransmitting of the distress call by the procedure below.
Page 49: Receiving A Dsc Distress Call
9.3.2 Receiving a DSC Distress Call 1. When a DSC distress call is received, an Received DISTRESS Name: emergency alarm sounds. ID:34567 901 Since:01:03 Not Acknowledged 2. Press any key to stop the alarm. -DISTRESS INFO- ACCEPT QUIT PAUSE 3. The display shows the position of the vessel [CLR] [ENT] in distress.
Page 50: All Ships Call
ALL SHIPS CALL The all ships call function allows contact to be established with DSC equipped vessels without having their MMSI in the individual calling direc- URGENCY Call: This type of call is used when a vessel may not truly be in distress, but has a potential problem that may lead to a PAN PAN, PAN PAN”...
Page 51: Receiving An All Ships Call
9.4.2 Receiving an All Ships Call 1. When an all ships call is received, an emergency Received ALL SHIPS Name:Horizon alarm will sound. ID:1234567 9 CH: 06 Since:01:03 The display shows the MMSI of the vessel trans- ACCEPT QUIT PAUSE mitting the all ships call and the radio will change [CLR] [ENT]...
Page 52: Individual Call
INDIVIDUAL CALL This feature allows the GX5500S to contact another vessel with a DSC VHF radio and automatically switch the receiving radio to a desired communica- tions channel. This feature is similar to calling a vessel on CH16 and request- ing to go to another channel (switching to the channel is private between the two stations).
Page 53: Setting Up The Individual Call Reply
9. After the eleventh letter or space has been -Individual Directory- Station Name entered, press and hold the key to advance to Horizon MMSI No. the MMSI number entry. --------- QUIT 10. Press an appropriate number key on the keypad [CLR] [ENT] 11.
Page 54: Setting Up The Individual Call Acknowledgment
9.5.3 Setting up the Individual Call Acknowledgment When the individual reply setting (described in the previous section) is set to GX5500S GX5500S will from your radio. 1. Press and hold the S e t u p -Setup Menu- CALL Radio Setup Menu ”...
Page 55: Transmitting An Individual Call
9.5.4 Transmitting an Individual Call This feature allows you to contact another vessel with a DSC radio. This feature is similar to calling a vessel on CH16 and requesting to go to another channel. 9.5.4.1 Individual Call using the Individual/Position Call Directory 1.
Page 56 9.5.4.2 Individual Call by Manually Entering a MMSI You may enter an MMSI number manually to contact a vessel without storing the MMSI in the individual/position call directory. 1. Press the DSC Menu ” will appear. -DSC Menu- CALL Individual Group Individual ”...
Page 57: Receiving An Individual Call
9.5.5 Receiving an Individual Call When an individual DSC call is received, the radio will automatically respond (Default setting) to the calling ship, and switch to the requested channel for 9.5.2 Setting up the Individual Call Reply before replying to the call. Automatic reply: 1.
Page 58: Setting Up The Individual Call Ringer
9.5.6 Setting up the Individual Call Ringer When an individual call is received the radio will produce a ringing sound for 2 minutes. This selection allows the individual call ringer time to be changed. 1. Press and hold the S e t u p -Setup Menu- CALL Radio Setup...
Page 59: Group Call
Group MMSI numbers are not assigned by the FCC or other organiza- tions licensed to assign ship MMSI numbers. rules. All Standard Horizon radios are preset so when programming a The USCG recommends programming the MID of a ships MMSI into the second, third and fourth digits of the group MMSI as it denotes the area the ship is located in.
Page 60 4. Press the Add ” with the -Group Directory- DIAL knob. Edit Delete 5. Press the key. SELECT QUIT 6. Press an appropriate key on the keypad to [CLR] [ENT] -Group Directory- Group Name you want to reference in the directory. MMSI No.
Page 61: Transmitting A Group Call
9.6.2 Transmitting a Group Call 9.6.2.1 Group Call using the Group Call Directory 1. Press the D S C M e n u ” will -DSC Menu- CALL Individual appear. Group All Ships POS Request 2. Rotate the DIAL Group ”. (To POS Report -Group Call- Manual...
Page 62 9.6.2.2 Group Call by Manually Entering a MMSI You may enter an MMSI number manually to contact a group of vessels with- out storing the MMSI in the group call directory. 1. Press the D S C M e n u ” will -DSC Menu- CALL Individual...
Page 63: Receiving A Group Call
9.6.3 Receiving a Group Call 1. When a group call is received, the GX5500S Received GROUP Name:Horizon will produce a ringing alarm sound. (DSC BEEP ID:0234567 9 CH: 06 Since:01:03 needs to be enabled to hear alarm.) QUIT PAUSE ACCEPT 2.
Page 64: Setting Up The Group Call Ringer
9.6.4 Setting up the Group Call Ringer The GX5500S has the capability to turn off the group call ringer. 1. Press and hold the S e t u p -Setup Menu- CALL Radio Setup Menu ” appears. DSC Setup -DSC Setup- 2.
Page 65: 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 GX5500S. Standard Horizon has taken this feature one step further, if any compat- ible GPS chart plotter is connected to the GX5500S, 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.
Page 66: Transmitting A Position Request To Another Vessel
9.7.2 Transmitting a Position Request to Another Vessel 9.7.2.1 Position Request using the Individual/Position Call Directory 1. Press the D S C M e n u ” will -DSC Menu- CALL Individual appear. Group All Ships POS Request 2. R o t a t e t h e D I A L P O S POS Report QUIT...
Page 67: Position Request By Manually Entering A Mmsi
9.7.2.2 Position Request by Manually Entering a MMSI You may enter an MMSI number manually to contact a vessel without storing the MMSI in the individual/position call directory. 1. Press the D S C M e n u ” will -DSC Menu- CALL Individual...
Page 68: Receiving A Position Request
9.7.3 Receiving a Position Request When a position request call is received from another vessel, a ringing alarm POS REQUEST ” will be shown in the display. Operation and trans- Position Reply ” in DSC Setup ” menu. Automatic reply: 1.
Page 69: Setting Up The Position Request Ringer
9.7.4 Setting up the Position Request Ringer The GX5500S has the capability to turn off the position request ringer. 1. Press and hold the S e t u p -Setup Menu- CALL Radio Setup Menu ” appears. DSC Setup 2. Rotate the DI DSC Setup ”...
Page 70: Position Report
POSITION REPORT The feature is similar to the position request, however instead of requesting a position of another vessel this function allows you to send your position to another vessel. Your vessel must mark the connected GPS receiver for the GX5500S to send the position.
Page 71 9.8.1.2 DSC Position Report Call by Manually Entering a MMSI You may enter an MMSI number manually to contact a vessel without storing the MMSI in the individual/position call directory. 1. Press the D S C M e n u ” will -DSC Menu- CALL Individual...
Page 72: Receiving A Dsc Position Report Call
9.8.2 Receiving a DSC Position Report Call When another vessel transmits their vessels location to the GX5500S the following will happen: 1. A ringing sound will be produced when the call Received POS REPORT Name:Horizon is received and NMEA sentences DSC, DSE ID:1234567 9 Since:01:03 are outputted so the position can be shown on...
Page 73: Manual Inputting A Gps Position (Lat/Lon)
MANUAL INPUTTING A GPS POSITION (LAT/LON) This selection allows the latitude and longitude of your vessel to be manually entered so a DSC distress or a position report call will contain position infor- mation. This feature maybe useful when a GPS connected to the GX5500S fails to supply position to the radio.
Page 74: Dsc Test Call
9.10 DSC TEST CALL This function is used to contact another DSC equipped vessel or USCG station to ensure the DSC functions of the radio are operating. NOTE To use this feature, the radio you will be transmitting the test call to needs to have the DSC test feature.
Page 75: Dsc Test Call By Manually Entering A Mmsi
9.10.2 DSC Test Call by Manually Entering a MMSI 1. Press the D S C M e n u ” will -DSC Menu- CALL POS Request appear. POS Report Distress Alert MSG DSC Log 2. Rotate the DIAL DSC Test ”, DSC Test QUIT SELECT...
Page 76: Receiving A Dsc Test Call
9.10.3 Receiving a DSC Test Call When another vessel transmits a test call to the GX5500S the following will happen: 1. The radio will automatically respond to the calling -Test Call- Name: vessel and displays the information as in the right. ID:34567 901 Since:01:03 2.
Page 77: Polling Call
9.11 POLLING CALL The GX5500S has the capability to track another vessel. 9.11.1 Transmitting a Polling Call to Another Vessel 9.11.1.1 Polling Call using the Individual/Position Call Directory 1. Press the D S C M e n u ” will -DSC Menu- CALL POS Report...
Page 78: Receiving A Polling Call
9.11.1.2 Polling Call by Manually Entering a MMSI This feature allows you to contact a vessel by manually entering the MMSI of the ship you want to track. 1. Press the D S C M e n u ” will -DSC Menu- CALL POS Report...
Page 79: Dsc Log Operation
9.12 DSC LOG OPERATION The GX5500S logs transmitted calls, received DSC distress calls, and other calls (individual, group, all ships, etc.). The DSC log feature is similar to an ” icon will appear on the radios display. The GX5500S can store up to 30 distress calls, and up to 80 other calls (all ships calls, individual calls, group calls, position report, position request ack, test call ack, and polling calls).
Page 80: Reviewing Other Logged Calls
9.12.2 Reviewing Other Logged Calls Reviewing other logged calls (all ships calls, individual calls, group calls, position report, position request ack, test call ack, and polling calls). 1. Press the D S C M e n u ” will -DSC Menu- CALL All Ships appear.
Page 81 1) If you want to delete all ” ” ELETE logged calls at one time, -Distress Log- -Distress Log- All Log Delete ” All Log Delete All Log Delete View Log List View Log List with the DIAL knob, then press the key.
Page 82: Radio Setup
10 RADIO SETUP The optional RAM3 ( CMP30 ) Remote Access Microphone can also adjust items in the setup menu using the following procedures. 10.1 CONTRAST This selection sets up the display contrast for overhead or dash installations. 1. Press and hold the Setup Menu ”...
Page 83: Sog Unit
10.4 SOG UNIT Hour” (for speed). NOTE The NMEA signal from an external GPS or chart plotter must be received. 1. Press and hold the Setup Menu ” -Setup Menu- CALL Radio Setup Radio Setup ” with the DSC Setup DIAL knob.
Page 84: Scan Type
10.7 SCAN TYPE 8.10.1 Scan Type Selection”. 10.8 SCAN RESUME TIME This selection is used to select the time the GX5500S waits after a transmis- sion ends before the radio starts to scan channels again. The default setting is 2 seconds. 1.
Page 85: Key Beep
10.9 KEY BEEP This selection is used to select the beep tone volume level when a key is pressed. 1. Press and hold the Setup Menu ” -Setup Menu- CALL Radio Setup Radio Setup ” with the DSC Setup DIAL knob. QUIT SELECT 2.
Page 86: Channel Name
10.11 CHANNEL NAME When in the radio mode, the display will show a name under the channel number. This name describes the use of the channel. The radio has the capability to customize the name by the procedure below. Example: CH69 PLEASURE to HOOKUP 1.
Page 87: Unit Name
10.12 UNIT NAME This function allows you to change the name of the radio or RAM3 second station microphone. Example 1. Connect the RAM3 second station microphone to -Setup Menu- Radio Setup the GX5500S. DSC Setup 2. Press and hold the Setup Menu ”...
Page 88: Treble And Bass Audio Tone Control
10.13 TREBLE AND BASS AUDIO TONE CONTROL 6.10 TREBLE AND BASS AUDIO TONE CONTROL”. 10.14 FOG ALERT TONE FREQUENCY The function allows the radio to be setup to send the proper fog frequency which is dependant on vessel size, shown below: 70 - 200Hz: Vessel that are 660 feet (200 meters) or more in length 130 - 350Hz: Vessel that are 247.5 feet (75 meters) or more but less than...
Page 89: Calendar Setup
10.15 CALENDAR SETUP The GX5500S has a built in clock to remember date, time, latitude and longi- tude. Connecting a GPS to the GX5500S is very important as it not only will be used to update the calendar automatically but also when a DSC distress call is transmitted will send your vessel’s location to other vessels to aid in 6.5 ACCESSORY CABLES.”...
Page 90 2) Calculate your local UTC time. NOTE If you are west of UTC time you will add the offset to your time. If you are east of UTC time you will subtract the offset from your time. Examples: Los Angeles Offset Time (convert local time to 24 hour) 4:00PM (local) or 16:00 (24h)
Page 91 3) Input your local UTC time through the setup menu. 1. Press and hold the Setup Menu ” -Setup Menu- CALL Radio Setup Radio Setup ” with the DSC Setup DIAL knob. QUIT SELECT 2. Press the Calendar ” [CLR] [ENT] with the DIAL knob.
Page 92: Dsc Setup
11 DSC SETUP 11.1 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY The GX5500S has a DSC directory that allows you to store a vessel’s or person’s name and the MMSI number associated with vessels you wish to transmit individual calls, position requests and position reports. To transmit an individual call you must program this directory with information of the persons you wish to call, similar to a cellular phones telephone direc- tory.
Page 93: Position Reply
11.6 POSITION REPLY The GX5500S can be set up to automatically (default setting) or manu- ally send your position when requested by another vessel. This selection is important if you are concerned about someone polling the position of your vessel that you may not want to. In the manual mode you will see the MMSI or person’s name shown on the display allowing you to choose to send your position to the requesting vessel.
Page 94: Auto Channel Switch Time
11.8 AUTO CHANNEL SWITCH TIME When a DSC distress or an all ships (urgency or safety) call is received, the GX5500S will automatically switch to Channel 16. This menu selection allows the automatic switch time to be changed. The default selection is 30 seconds. 1.
Page 95: No Action Timer On Dsc Operation
11.10 NO ACTION TIMER ON DSC OPERATION If a key is not pressed during the DSC operation, the GX5500S will automati- cally return to radio operation. This menu selection allows the automatic switch time to be changed. The default selection is 15 minutes. 1.
Page 96: Bluetooth Setup
12 BLUETOOTH SETUP When the optional BU-1 Bluetooth adapter unit is installed to the GX5500S, Bluetooth ” appears on the setup menu. 12.1 VOX FUNCTION This selection sets up the automatic activation of the talking mode of the connected Bluetooth devices. 1.
Page 97: Pin Code
12.3 PIN CODE This selection sets up the pin code of the transceiver. 1. Press and hold the Setup Menu ” -Setup Menu- CALL Radio Setup Bluetooth ” with the DIAL DSC Setup Bluetooth knob. SELECT QUIT 2. Press the key, then rotate the DIAL knob to [CLR] [ENT]...
Page 98: Ram3 ( Cmp30 ) Remote Mic Operation
13 RAM3 ( CMP30 ) REMOTE MIC OPERATION When an optional RAM3 Remote microphone is connected to the GX5500S, all VHF, DSC, and setup menus can be remotely operated. The RAM3’s operation is same as the GX5500S except the receiver audio volume setting and squelch level setting.
Page 99 PTT (Push-To-Talk) Switch Push this switch to enable the transmitter. ( POWER ) Key Press and hold this key to turn the transceiver and the remote micro- phone on or off. Microphone The internal ClearVoice Noise Canceling microphone is located here. When transmitting, position your mouth about 1/2 to 1 inch (1.2 ~ 2.5 cm) away from the small microphone hole.
Page 100: Assigning Soft Keys
NOAA Weather channels. Press and hold again to exit the weather mode and revert to the radio mode. Secondary use Press and hold the key while pressing the key to change the mode from USA to International or Canadian. This key functions as the enter key. Speaker The internal speaker is located here.
Page 101 6. Press the key to select the key -Define [SOFT] Keys- [SOFT1] : SCAN SOFT3 ” etc), and press [SOFT2] : DW SOFT1 SOFT2 [SOFT3] : MEM key. Then press the key to -Define [SOFT1] Keys- (NONE) select the new function to be assigned, and SCAN QUIT SELECT...
Page 102: Maintenance
14 MAINTENANCE The inherent quality of the solid-state components used in this transceiver will provide many years of continuous use. Taking the following precautions will prevent damage to the transceiver. corrosion of electrical contacts. connected to the transceiver. VDC or fall below 11 VDC. parts.
Page 103: Factory Service
14.2 FACTORY SERVICE In the unlikely event that the radio fails to perform or needs servicing, please contact the following: Standard Horizon Attention Marine Repair Department 6125 Phyllis Drive, Cypress, California 90630, U.S.A. Telephone (800) 366-4566 For repairs in Canada...
Page 104: Troubleshooting Chart
14.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY Transceiver fails No DC voltage to the a. Check the 12VDC battery connections to power up. transceiver, or blown and the fuse. fuse. b. The key needs to be pressed and held to turn the radio on. T r a n s c e i v e r Reversed power wires.
Page 105: Channel Assignments
15 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 2.
Page 106 6. Marine vessels equipped with VHF radios are required to monitor Chan- nel 16. 7. 156.050 MHz and 156.175 MHz are available for port operations and commercial communications purposes when used only within the U.S. Coast Guard designated Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) area of New Orleans, on the lower Mississippi River from the various pass entrances in the Gulf of Mexico to Devil’s Swamp Light at River Mile 242.4 above head of passes near Baton Rouge.
Page 107 Southwest Pass entrance Mid channel Lighted Whistle Buoy to mile 242.4 above head of Passes near Baton Rouge, and in addition over the full length of the Mississippi River-Gulf Outlet Canal from entrance to its junction with the Inner Harbor Navigation Canal, and over the full length of the Inner Harbor Navigation Canal from its junction with the Mississippi River to its entry to Lake Pontchartrain at the New Seabrook vehicular bridge.
Page 108 VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CHANNEL USE 156.050 160.650 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 156.050 Port Operation and Commercial. VTS in selected areas 156.100 160.700 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 156.150 160.750 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 156.150 U.S. Government Only, Coast Guard 156.200 160.800 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship movement 156.200 156.250 160.850 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),...
Page 109: Vhf Marine Channel Chart
VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CHANNEL USE 156.025 160.625 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 156.075 160.675 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship movement 156.075 Public Coast: Coast Guard; 156.125 160.725 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship movement 156.125 156.175 160.775 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship movement 156.175 Port Operation and Commercial.
Page 110 VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CHANNEL USE 157.025 161.625 Port operation, ship movement 157.025 Commercial 157.075 161.675 Port operation, ship movement 157.075 U.S. Government Only - Environmental protection operations 157.075 Canadian Coast Guard Only 157.125 161.725 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship movement 157.125 U.S.
Page 111: Warranty
STANDARD HORIZON will return the Prod- uct to the purchaser freight prepaid. Products purchased prior to January 1, 1991 will bear the STANDARD HORIZON warranty terms in effect prior to that date. In the event of a defect, malfunction or failure of the Product during the warranty period, STANDARD HORIZON’s liability for any breach of contract...
Page 112 This warranty only extends to Products sold within the 50 States of the Unit- ed States of America and the District of Columbia. STANDARD HORIZON will pay all labor to repair the product and replace- ment parts charges incurred in providing the warranty service except where purchaser abuse or other qualifying exceptions exist.
Page 113 OF ITS PRODUCTS, STANDARD HORIZON MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AS TO THE MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, EXCEPT AS EXPRESS- LY SET FORTH HEREIN. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conse-...
Page 114 STANDARD HORIZON. Lifetime Flat Rate Service Program: For the original Owner only, for the lifetime of the unit, STANDARD HORIZON will repair the unit to DARD HORIZON or the STANDARD HORIZON Dealer determines that a repair is needed. After the repair, a 90-day warranty will be in effect from the date of return of the unit to the Owner.
Page 115: Specifications
17 SPECIFICATIONS subject to change without notice. 17.1 GENERAL Channels ..........All USA, International and Canadian Input Voltage................13.8 VDC ±20% Current Drain Standby ....................0.5 A Receive ....................1.5 A Transmit ............... Dimensions ..............3.5” H x 9.1” W x 5.9” D (90 H x 230 W x 150 D mm) Flush-Mount Dimensions ..........
Page 116: Receiver
17.3 RECEIVER Frequency Range ............156.050 to 163.275 MHz Sensitivity 20 dB Quieting ................0.35 μV 12 dB SINAD .................. 0.30 μV Squelch Sensitivity (Threshold) ............0.13 μV Modulation Acceptance Bandwidth.............±7.5 kHz Selectivity (Typical) Spurious and Image Rejection ............–80 dB Intermodulation and Rejection at 12 dB SINAD .......–80 dB Audio Output....................4.5 W Audio Response ..........within + 1/ –...
Page 117: Dimensions
17.4 DIMENSIONS 9.05” (230mm) 7.99” (203mm) 1.89” (48.1mm) 5.27” (133.9mm) 4.28” (108.7mm) 2.63” (66.8mm) 1.73” (44mm) Page 117 GX5500S...
Page 118 9.05” (230mm) 8.54” (217mm) 7.99” (203mm) 9.54” (242.4mm) 1.89” (48.1mm) 5.27” (133.9mm) 4.28” (108.7mm) 3.54” (90mm) 2.63” (66.8mm) 1.73” (44mm) Page 118 GX5500S...
Page 119: Fcc Radio License Information
18 FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION Standard Horizon radios comply with the Federal Communication Commis- sion (FCC) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service. 18.1 STATION LICENSE An FCC ship station license is no longer required for any vessel traveling in U.S.
Page 120: Fcc Notice
19 FCC NOTICE NOTICE compliance with FCC Rules. Any change or modification must be approved in writing by STANDARD HORIZON. 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.
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Page 123 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful inter- ference. Part 15.21: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by YAESU MUSEN could void the User’s authorization to operate this device.
Page 124 Copyright 2013 YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD. YAESU USA All rights reserved. 6125 Phyllis Drive, Cypress, California 90630. No portion of this manual www.standardhorizon.com may be reproduced without the permission of YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD. 1303T-DY Printed in Japan...

Standard Horizon QUANTUM GX5500S Owner's Manual

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2 Packing List

3 Optional Accessories

4 ON-LINE WARRANTY REGISTRATION (in USA or Canada Only)

5 Getting Started

6 Installation

7 Controls and Indicators

8 Basic Operation

9 Digital Selective Calling

10 Radio Setup

11 Dsc Setup

12 Bluetooth Setup

13 Ram3 ( Cmp30 ) Remote MIC Operation

14 Maintenance

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