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The HX290 has been carefully aligned at the factory for the specified performance
across the marine band.
Realignment should therefore not be necessary except in the event of a component
failure. All component replacement and service should be performed only by an
authorized Standard Horizon representative, or the warranty policy may be voided.
The following procedures cover the sometimes critical and tedious adjustments that are
not normally required once the transceiver has left the factory. However, if damage
occurs and some parts are replaced, realignment may be required. If a sudden problem
occurs during normal operation, it is likely due to component failure; realignment
should not be done until after the faulty component has been replaced.
We recommend that servicing be performed only by authorized Standard Horizon
service technicians who are experienced with the circuitry and fully equipped for repair
and alignment. Therefore, if a fault is suspected, contact the dealer from whom the
transceiver was purchased for instructions regarding repair. Authorized Standard
Horizon service technicians realign all circuits and make complete performance checks
to ensure compliance with factory specifications after replacing any faulty components.
Those who do undertake any of the following alignments are cautioned to proceed at
their own risk. Problems caused by unauthorized attempts at realignment are not
covered by the warranty policy. Also, Standard Horizon, a division of Vertex Standard
must reserve the right to change circuits and alignment procedures in the interest of
improved performance, without notifying owners. Under no circumstances should any
alignment be attempted unless the normal function and operation of the transceiver are
clearly understood, the cause of the malfunction has been clearly pinpointed and any
faulty components replaced, and the need for realignment determined to be absolutely
necessary.
The following test equipment (and thorough familiarity with its correct use) is
necessary for complete realignment. Correction of problems caused by misalignment
resulting from use of improper test equipment is not covered under the warranty policy.
While most steps do not require all of the equipment listed, the interactions of some
adjustments may require that more complex adjustments be performed afterwards. Do
not attempt to perform only a single step unless it is clearly isolated electrically from all
other steps. Have all test equipment ready before beginning, and follow all of the steps
in a section in the order presented.
HX290 Alignment
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FCC ID: K6630453X20
ID: 511B-30453X20
Alignmenmt
Vertex Standard Co., Ltd.

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  • Page 1 ID: 511B-30453X20 Alignmenmt HX290 Alignment The HX290 has been carefully aligned at the factory for the specified performance across the marine band. Realignment should therefore not be necessary except in the event of a component failure. All component replacement and service should be performed only by an authorized Standard Horizon representative, or the warranty policy may be voided.
  • Page 2 HX270S Marine Transceiver IBM® PC/compatible computer with Microsoft® Windows® 2000, XP, or Vista Standard Horizon HX290 Service Flag Controller Program and Alignment Jig. Alignment Preparation & Precautions A dummy load and inline wattmeter must be connected to the main antenna jack in all procedures that call for transmission.
  • Page 3 Press and hold in the [PRESET] key while turning the transceiver on to enter the Alignment Mode. Select “Alignment” ON of HX290 Service Flag Controller Program. Click the left mouse button on the [SET] button of the HX290 Service Flag Controller Program. Main Reference Frequency Adjustment Setup the test equipment as shown below.
  • Page 4 FCC ID: K6630453X20 ID: 511B-30453X20 Alignmenmt Release the PTT switch. Software Alignment/Confirmation Mode Overview of Software Alignment Mode The “Software Alignment Mode” has been build in the microprocessor in order to adjust and confirm the performance of transceiver. The purpose is to adjust transceiver simply and to confirm the performance of transceiver smoothly.
  • Page 5 Press and hold in the [PRESET] key while turning the transceiver on to enter the Alignment Mode. Select “Alignment” OFF of HX290 Service Flag Controller Program. Click the left mouse button on the [SET] button of the HX290 Service Flag Controller Program. Turn off the transceiver.