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ECLIPSE GX1300E 25 Watt VHF/FM Class D DSC Marine Transceiver Owner's Manual Affordable compact class D fixed mount VHF radio Submersible IPX8 class (1.5 m for 30 minutes) Meets ITU-R M493-13 class D DSC (Digital Selective Calling) Built in Separate Receiver for CH70 (Receiving DSC Calls) ...
TABLE OF CONTENTS Quick Reference Guide ....................5 1 GENERAL INFORMATION ..................6 2 PACKING LIST ......................6 3 OPTIONS .........................6 4 SAFETY / WARNING INFORMATION ..............7 5 GETTING STARTED ....................8 5.1 ABOUT VHF RADIO ..................8 5.2 SELECTING AN ANTENNA ................8 5.2.1 Coaxial Cable ..................9 5.3 EMERGENCY ( CHANNEL 16 USE ) ..............10 5.4 CALLING ANOTHER VESSEL ( CHANNEL 16 OR 9 ) ........10 5.5 OPERATING ON CHANNELS 13 AND 67 (USA Channel Group Only) ..11...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 9 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING ................35 9.1 GENERAL ......................35 9.2 MARITIME MOBILE SERVICE IDENTITY ( MMSI ) ........35 9.2.1 What is an MMSI? ................35 9.2.2 Programming the MMSI ..............36 9.3 DSC DISTRESS ALERT ................37 9.3.1 Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert .............37 9.3.2 Receiving a DSC Distress Alert ............41 9.4 ALL SHIPS CALL ...................42 9.4.1 Transmitting an All Ships Call ............42...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 10 SETUP MENU ......................86 10.1 CONFIGURATION SETUP ................86 10.1.1 Lamp Adjustment ................86 10.1.2 LCD Contrast ...................86 10.1.3 Key Beep ..................87 10.1.4 Location Format ................88 10.1.5 Time Offset ..................88 10.1.6 Time Display ..................88 10.1.7 Time Format ..................88 10.1.8 Unit Of Measure ................89 10.1.9 Soft Keys ..................90 10.2 CHANNEL SETUP ..................92 10.2.1 Channel Group (Band Selection) .............92...
uick efeRence uide Rotate the VOL knob clockwise until it clicks to turn on the radio. Rotate the VOL knob to adjust the speaker audio volume. Press the ▲ or ▼ key on the radio to select the operating channel. ...
1 GENERAL INFORMATION The GX1300E ECLIPSE is a marine VHF transceiver designed for use in the frequency range of 156.025 to 163.275 MHz. The GX1300E can be operated from 11 to 16 VDC and has a switchable RF output power of 1 watt or 25 watts.
4 SAFETY / WARNING INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Please read this manual carefully to become familiar with the features of this transceiver before using it for the first time. The installation of this equipment should be made in such a manner as to respect the EC recommended electromagnetic field exposure limits (1999/519/EC).
5 GETTING STARTED 5.1 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 essen- tially “line of sight”...
5.2.1 Coaxial Cable VHF antennas are connected to the transceiver by means of a coaxial cable – a shielded transmission line. Coaxial cable is specified by its diameter and construction. For runs less than 6 m, RG-58/U (about 6 mm in diameter), is a good choice. For runs over 6 m but less than 15 m, the larger RG-8X or RG-213/U should be used.
5.3 EMERGENCY ( CHANNEL 16 USE ) Channel 16 is known as the Hail and Distress Channel. An emergency is defined as a threat to life or property. In such instances, be sure the trans- ceiver is on and set to CHANNEL 16. Then use the following procedure: 1.
not exceed 30 seconds but may be repeated 3 times at 2-minute intervals. Prior to making contact with another vessel, refer to the channel charts in this manual, and select an appropriate channel for communications after initial contact. For example, Channels 68 and 69 are some of the channels avail- able to non-commercial (recreational) boaters.
6 INSTALLATION 6.1 LOCATION The radio can be mounted at any angle. Choose a mounting location that: • keeps the radio and microphone at least 1 m away from your vessel’s magnetic navigation compass • provides accessibility to the front panel controls •...
6.2.2 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 14 cm deep).
6.3 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.
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Ferrite Core Installation To suppress RF interference As close as possible that can cause abnormalopera- DC Power Cable (RED) tion of the transceiver, attach the DC Power Cable (Black) supplied ferritecore to the both External Speaker Connection Cable External Speaker Connection Cable and GPS Connection Cable GPS Connection together, then snap its two halves-...
6.4 ACCESSORY CABLE When connecting the external speaker or GPS navigation receiver, strip off about 2.5 cm of the specified wire’s insulation, then splice the ends together using proper waterproofing techniques. Wire Color/Description Connection Examples WHITE - External Speaker ( + ) Connect to external 4-ohm audio speaker SHIELD - External Speaker (–) Connect to external 4-ohm audio speaker YELLOW - NMEA GPS Input ( + )
6.5 CHECKING GPS CONNECTIONS After connections have been made between the BUSY GX1300E and the GPS, a small satellite icon will INTL appear on the top right corner of the display, and displays your current location (Latitude/Longitude) 23˚56.890N 09:56 123˚56.890W on the display .
6.6 CHANGING THE GPS TIME From the factory the GX1300E displays GPS satellite time or UTC (Univer- sal Time Coordinated or GMT (Greenwich Mean Time)) time. A time offset is needed to show the local time in your area. 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2.
6.7 CHANGING THE TIME LOCATION This menu item allows you to choose to show UTC or the local time which is selected in Section 6.6. 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2. Select “ SETUP ” with the ▲ / ▼ / ◄ / ► keys, SELECT then press the soft key.
6.8 CHANGING THE TIME FORMAT This menu item allows you to choose to show time in 12-hour or 24-hour format. 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2. Select “ SETUP ” with the ▲ / ▼ / ◄ / ► keys, SELECT then press the soft key.
7 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS BUSY INTL 23˚56.890N 09:56 123˚56.890W DISTRESS PULL OPEN 7.1 FRONT PANEL Power Switch / Volume Control Knob ( VOL ) Turns the transceiver on and off as well as adjusts the audio volume. Rotate this knob clockwise to turn the radio on and to increase the speaker audio volume level.
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Soft Keys The 3 programmable soft keys can be customized by the SETUP menu (see the section “10.1.9 SOFT KEYS”). When one of the soft keys is pressed briefly, the functions will appear above each key on the display. PRESET SCAN SCAN MEM...
7.2 REAR PANEL DC Input Cable Connects the radio to a DC power supply capable of delivering 12V DC. External Speaker Connection Cable Connects the GX1300E to an external speaker. GPS Receiver Connection Cable Connects the GX1300E to a GPS receiver.
7.3 MICROPHONE PTT (Push-To-Talk) Switch Keys the transmitter when the transceiver is in radio mode. MIC (Microphone) Hole Transmits the voice message with reduction of background noise, using Clear Voice Noise Reduction Technology. NOTE Be sure your mouth is about 1.3 cm from the MIC hole for best performance.
8 BASIC OPERATION 8.1 RECEPTION 1. After the GX1300E has been installed, ensure that the power supply and antenna are properly connected. 2. Turn the VOL knob clockwise until it clicks to turn the transceiver on. 3. Turn the SQL knob fully counterclockwise. This state is known as “squelch off”.
8.4 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE Refer to the VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART (page 102) 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 op- eration cannot be altered from simplex to duplex or vice-versa.
8.6 SCANNING Allows the user to select the scan type from Memory scan or Priority scan. “Memory scan” scans the channels that were programmed into memory. “Priority scan” scans the channels programmed in memory with the priority channel. 8.6.1 Selecting the Scan Type 1.
8.6.2 Scan Memory Programming 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2. Select “ SETUP ” with the ▲ / ▼ / ◄ / ► keys, SELECT then press the soft key. 3. Press the ▲ / ▼key to select “ C H A N N E L BACK SELECT SETUP ”, then press the...
8.6.4 Priority Channel Setting In the default setting, Channel 16 is set as the priority channel. You may change the priority channel to another channel from Channel 16 via the SETUP menu. 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2.
8.7 MULTI WATCH (TO PRIORITY CHANNEL) Multi watch is used to scan two or three channels for communications. In Dual Watch, a normal VHF channel and the priority channel are scanned alternately. In Triple Watch, a normal VHF channel, the priority channel, and the sub ...
8.7.2 Starting the Dual Watch 1. Adjust the SQL knob until the background noise disappears. 2. Select the channel you wish to dual watch to the priority channel. 3. Press one of the soft keys, then press the BUSY soft key (it may be necessary to press the ◄ / INTL P-SET ►...
8.8 PRESET CHANNELS: INSTANT ACCESS 10 preset channels can be programmed for instant access. Pressing the PRESET PRESET soft key activates the preset channel bank. If the soft key is pressed and no channels have been assigned, an alert beep will be emitted from the speaker.
8.8.3 Deleting a Preset Channel 1. Press one of the soft keys, then press the BUSY PRESET soft key. INTL P-SET 2. Press the ▲ / ▼ key to select the preset channel to be deleted. 3. Press one of the soft keys, then press and PRESET hold the soft key until the channel...
8.9 OPERATION MENU The GX1300E provides advanced features below, via the menu screen displayed by pressing the MENU key on the front panel. BACK SELECT The following seven types of DSC (Digital Selective Calling) are available: Individual, Group, All Ships, Position Request, Position Report, Polling, and Auto Position Polling.
9 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING 9.1 GENERAL WARNING The GX1300E is designed to generate digital maritime distress and safety calls to facilitate search and rescue. To be effective as a safety device, this equipment must be used only within communication range of a shore-based VHF marine channel 70 distress and safety watch system.
9.2.2 Programming the MMSI WARNING The 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 re- turned to Factory Service.
9.3 DSC DISTRESS ALERT The GX1300E is capable of transmitting and receiving DSC distress messag- es to all DSC radios. The GX1300E 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 GX1300E will beep 10 minutes after the radio is turned on and will continue to beep every 4 hours alerting to connect a GPS.
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4. When a DSC distress acknowledgment is !!DISTRESS!! RX ACKNOWLEDGED received on channel 70, a DSC distress alarm USCG CA sounds and channel 16 is automatically select- SINCE: 00:15 ed. Pick up the microphone and press and hold the PTT switch to advise your distress situation.
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NATURE 4. Press the soft key. DIST ALERT MSG UNDESIGNATED 5. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select the desired POS: --°--.--- - nature of distress category, then press the ---°--.--- - TIME: --:--UTC SELECT soft key. BACK NATURE POS/TM 6.
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Pausing a DSC Distress Alert After a DSC distress call is transmitted, it is repeated every 4 minutes until the call is canceled by the user or until the radio is turned off and on again. The GX1300E has provision to suspend (pause) the re-transmitting of the distress call by the procedure below.
9.3.2 Receiving a DSC Distress Alert 1. When a DSC distress alert is received, an emergency alarm sounds. The display will show the MMSI (or name) of the vessel transmitting the distress. 2. Press any key on the radio to stop the alarm. 3.
9.4 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- tory. 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 has a potential problem that may lead to a distress situation.
7. After the all ships call is transmitted, the trans- ALL SHIPS ceiver will switch to the channel which select- CATEG: SAFETY ed on the step 5 above, with no change of the SINCE: 00:05 [ Transmitted ] QUIT display. To change the display, press the QUIT soft key.
9.4.3 Setting up the All Ships Call Ringer The GX1300E has the capability to turn off the all ships call ringer. 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ SETUP ”, then SELECT press the soft key.
9.5 INDIVIDUAL CALL This feature allows the GX1300E 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).
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7. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to scroll to the first letter NAME: of the name of the vessel or person you want ----------- to list in the directory. SELECT 8. Press the soft key to store the first BACK FINISH SELECT...
9.5.2 Setting up Individual Call Reply Allows setting up the radio to automatically or manually (default setting) respond to a DSC individual call requesting you to switch to a working channel for voice communications. When the manual response is selected the MMSI of the calling vessel is shown allowing you to see who is calling.
9.5.3 Setting up the Individual Call Acknowledge Message The GX1300E can select either reply message “Able” (default) or “Unable” when the individual reply setting (described previous section) is set to “AUTO”. 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2.
9.5.4 Transmitting an Individual Call This feature allows you to contact another vessel, switch their radio to a requested working channel and ring like a telephone. This feature is similar to calling a vessel on CH16 and requesting to go to another channel. Individual Call from Individual / Position Call Directory 1.
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9. When the GX1300E receives an acknowledgement from the vessel you called, the radio will automatically switch to the operating channel selected in step 6 and produce a ringing sound. 10. Key the microphone and call the other vessel you desire to communi- cate with.
10. Press the soft key to transmit the individu- INDIVIDUAL 366901555 al DSC signal. CATEG: ROUTINE CH: 08 Transmit a Call? 11. After an individual call is transmitted, if the reply signal is not received, “ Waiting for ACK ” is shown on the display which means the GX1300E is waiting for the vessel you called to send an acknowledgement.
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ACCEPT 3. Press the soft key to accept the call. RX INDIVIDUAL YAESU CATEG: ROUTINE CH: 08 SINCE: 00:05 ACCEPT PAUSE QUIT P A U S E 4. Press the soft key to suspend the BUSY acknowledgement. R E S U M E Press the soft key to resume the acknowledgement.
9.5.6 Setting up the Individual Call Ringer When an individual call is received the radio will produce a ringing tone for 2 minutes (by default). This selection allows the individual call ringer time to be changed. 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2.
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The GX1300E has the capability to turn off the individual call ringer. 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ SETUP ”, then SELECT press the soft key. 3. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ DSC SETUP ”, BACK SELECT SELECT...
MMSI numbers. The first digit of a group MMSI is always set to “0” by the international rules. All Standard Horizon radios are preset so when programming a group MMSI the first digit is set to “0”.
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1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ SETUP ”, then SELECT press the soft key. 3. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ DSC SETUP ”, BACK SELECT SELECT...
11. Select “ GROUP MMSI ” with the ▲ / ▼ keys, NAME: SELECT then press the soft key. YAESU - GP ---- GROUP MMSI: 0-------- BACK FINISH SELECT 12. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to scroll through GROUP MMSI: numbers, 0 to 9.
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4. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ HISTORY ” or GROUP HISTORY “ MEMORY ”, then press the SELECT soft key. MEMORY NEW ID BACK SELECT 5. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select a group you HISTORY YAESU GP SELECT...
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4. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ NEW ID ”, then GROUP HISTORY SELECT press the soft key. MEMORY NEW ID BACK SELECT 5. P r e s s t h e ▲ / ▼ k e y s to scroll through NEW ID GROUP MMSI: numbers, 0 to 9.
9.6.3 Receiving a Group Call 1. When a group call is received, the GX1300E will produce a ringing alarm sound. (DSC BEEP needs to be enabled to hear alarm.) The display will show the MMSI (or name) of the vessel transmitting the group call.
9.6.4 Setting up the Group Call Ringer The GX1300E has the capability to turn off the group call ringer. 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ SETUP ”, then SELECT press the soft key.
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 GX1300E. Standard Horizon has taken this feature one step further, if any Standard Horizon GPS is connected to the GX1300E, 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.
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6. Press the soft key to transmit the position POS REQUEST YAESU request call. CATEG: SAFETY Transmit a Call? 7. If the GX1300E does not receive a reply, the POS REQUEST YAESU display will be as shown in the illustration on CATEG: SAFETY RESEND the right.
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Position Request - Manual MMSI Entry You may enter an MMSI number manually to contact a vessel without storing the MMSI in the individual/position call directory. 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ DSC ”, then SELECT press the soft key.
11. When the GX1300E receives the position from the polled vessel, the GX1300E will produce a ringing alarm sound and the position from the polled vessel is sent to a GPS chart plotter via NMEA 0183. (DSC BEEP needs to be enabled to hear alarm.) Press any key to stop the alarm.
9.7.3 Setting up the Position Request Ringer The GX1300E has the capability to turn off the position request ringer. 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ SETUP ”, then SELECT press the soft key.
9.8 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. In order to send your position you need to have a GPS receiver connected or to have manually input your position.
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Position Report - Manual MMSI Entry You may enter an MMSI number manually to contact a vessel without storing the MMSI in the individual/position call directory. 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ DSC ”, then SELECT press the soft key.
9.8.2 Receiving a DSC Position Report Call When another vessel transmits their location to the GX1300E the following will happen: 1. When the position report call is received, a ringing sound will be produced and the display shows the vessels MMSI or name, how long since the call was received and the GPS position of the vessel.
9.8.3 Setting up a Position Report Ringer The GX1300E has the capability to turn off the position report ringer. 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ SETUP ”, then SELECT press the soft key.
9.9 MANUAL INPUT OF THE GPS LOCATION ( LAT/LON ) You may send the latitude and longitude of your vessel manually when a GPS receiver is not connected or is not functioning. After the position is entered, transmitting a DSC distress or position report will contain the manually entered position.
9.10 AUTO POS POLLING The GX1300E has the capability to automatically track four stations programmed into the individual directory. 9.10.1 Setting up the Polling Call Type 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ SETUP ”, then SELECT press the soft key.
4. Select “ AUTO POS TIME ” with the ▲ / ▼ keys, DSC SETUP AUTO POS POLL SELECT then press the soft key. AUTO POS TIME CH SWITCH TIMER DSC BEEP BACK SELECT 5. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select the desired AUTO POS TIME 30 sec ENTER...
7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for all the desired SELECT ID 1:HORIZON individual to be polled. 2:MEMORY SHIPS 3:USCG-2 4:YAESU-1 BACK SELECT BACK soft key to return to “ AUTO POS POLLING ”. 8. Press the 9.10.4 Enabling/Disabling Auto POS Polling 1.
9.11 DSC TEST CALL This function is used to contact another DSC equipped vessel to ensure the DSC functions of the radio are operating correctly. 9.11.1 Transmitting a DSC Test Call DSC Test Call from Individual / Position Call Directory 1.
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DSC Test Call - Manual MMSI Entry 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ DSC ”, then SELECT press the soft key. 3. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ TEST CALL ”, BACK SELECT S E L E C T...
9.11.2 Receiving a DSC Test Call When another vessel transmits a DSC test call RX TEST CALL YAESU to the GX1300E, the radio automatically reply an DSC TEST REPLY acknowledgement. The display shows the MMSI SINCE: 00:05 Transmitted or the name of the vessel transmitting the DSC QUIT test call.
9.12 POLLING CALL The GX1300E has the capability to track another vessel. 9.12.1 Transmitting a Polling Call Position Polling from Individual / Position Call Directory 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ DSC ”, then SELECT press the soft key.
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Position Polling - Manual MMSI Entry 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ DSC ”, then SELECT press the soft key. 3. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ P O L L I N G BACK SELECT CALL ”, and then press the...
9.12.2 Receiving a Polling Call When another vessel transmits a polling call to RX POLLING CALL YAESU the GX1300E, the radio automatically reply an POLLING REPLY acknowledgement. The display shows the MMSI SINCE: 00:05 Transmitted or the name of the vessel transmitting the polling QUIT call.
9.13 DSC LOG OPERATION The GX1300E logs transmitted DSC calls, received distress calls, and other calls (individual, group, all ships, etc.). The DSC log feature is similar to an answer machine where calls are recorded for review and a “ ”...
6. Press the ▲ / ▼ key to scroll the display. TRANSMITTED LOG INDIVIDUAL 123456789 YAESU TX TM: 12:56 UTC BACK DELETE TRANSMITTED LOG DATE: 12/JAN CATER: ROUTINE CH: 06 [ Delayed ACK ] BACK DELETE BACK 7. Press the soft key to go back to the DSC transmitted call list.
6. Press the ▲ / ▼ key to scroll the display. DISTRESS LOG 123456789 YAESU RX TM: 12:56 UTC DATE: 12/JAN BACK DELETE DISTRESS LOG DATE: 12/JAN CATER: ROUTINE CH: 06 [ Delayed ACK ] BACK DELETE BACK 7. Press the soft key to go back to the DSC distress call list.
6. Press the ▲ / ▼ key to scroll the display. RX OTHER LOG INDIVIDUAL 123456789 YAESU RX TM: 12:56 UTC BACK DELETE RX OTHER LOG DATE: 12/JAN CATER: ROUTINE CH: 06 [ Delayed ACK ] BACK DELETE BACK 7. Press the soft key to go back to the DSC other call list.
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7. Press the soft key to go back to the catego- LOG DELETE TRANSMITTED LOG ry list. Complete NOTE The procedure above will delete logged calls of the selected category all at once. To delete logged calls one by one, review details of a call you want to DELETE delete, then press the soft key.
10 SETUP MENU 10.1 CONFIGURATION SETUP 10.1.1 Lamp Adjustment Allows adjustment of the backlight intensity or to turn it off. 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ SETUP ”, then SELECT press the soft key.
4. Select “ CONTRAST ” with the ▲ / ▼ keys, then CONFIGURATION DIMMER SELECT press the soft key. CONTRAST KEY BEEP LOCATION FORMT BACK SELECT 5. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select the desired CONTRAST level. The contrast level can be set from “ 00 ” to “...
10.1.4 Location Format This selection sets the coordinate system to be shown on the LCD. 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ SETUP ”, then SELECT press the soft key.
10.1.8 Unit Of Measure This selection sets the distance units. 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ SETUP ”, then SELECT press the soft key. 3. Press the ▲ / ▼ keys to select “ CONFIGURA- BACK SELECT TION ”, then press the...
10.1.9 Soft Keys This menu item assigns the number of soft keys, soft key selection and how long the display will show the soft key icon after a soft key is pressed. Assigning Soft Keys 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2.
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Available functions are: DISPLAY FUNCTION SCAN Starts and stops scanning. DW/TW Starts and stops the dual or triple watch scan. SCAN MEMORY Switches on and off of the memory channel scan. PRESET Saves or deletes the preset memory channel. GPS STATUS GPS status display Selecting How Long the Soft Keys are Shown 1.
10.2 CHANNEL SETUP 10.2.1 Channel Group (Band Selection) This selection allows you to change the channel group from International to USA or Canada. Refer to section “8.5 USA, INTERNATIONAL, AND CANADA MODE” for details. 10.2.2 Multi Watch Allows selection of the dual and triple watch functions. Refer to section “8.7 MULTI WATCH (TO PRIORITY CHANNEL)”...
10.2.5 Scan Resume This selection is used to select the time the GX1300E waits after a transmis- sion ends before the radio start to scan channels again. 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2. Select “ SETUP ” with the ▲ / ▼ / ◄ / ► keys, SELECT then press the soft key.
10.2.7 Sub Channel Allows selection of the sub channel. The default setting is Channel 9. 1. Press the MENU key to display the menu. 2. Select “ SETUP ” with the ▲ / ▼ / ◄ / ► keys, SELECT then press the soft key.
10.3 DSC SETUP 10.3.1 Individual Directory The GX1300E has a DSC directory that allows you to store a vessel or person’s name and the MMSI number associated with vessels you wish to transmit individual calls, position requests and position report transmissions. 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.
10.3.5 Group Directory For this function to operate, the same group MMSI must be programmed into all the DSC VHF radios within the group of vessels that will be using this feature. To understand group MMSI programming, first a ship MMSI has to be understood.
10.3.8 Auto Channel Switching Time When a DSC distress call or an all ships call (urgency or safety) is received, the GX1300E will automatically switch to the channel 16. This menu selection allows the automatic switching time to be changed. 1.
10.4 ATIS SETUP The GX1300E supports the ATIS (Automatic Transmitter Identification System) used in Inland waterways in Europe. When enabled ATIS mode transmits a unique ATIS code each time the Microphone’s PTT switch is released at the end of a transmission. Users should check with their local marine regulatory authority in their country for assistance in obtaining an ATIS code.
soft key to return to the “ ATIS 10. Press the ATIS CODE INPUT SETUP ” screen. STORED CODE 9366901230 BACK 11. Press the soft key to exit the menu and return to radio operation. 10.4.2 ATIS Channel Group The GX1300E has the capability to turn on and off the ATIS feature for each channel group.
Ensure that the supply voltage to the transceiver does not exceed 16 VDC or fall below 11 VDC. • Use only STANDARD HORIZON-approved accessories and replacement parts. In the unlikely event of serious problems, please contact your Dealer or our repair facility.
11.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY Transceiver fails to No DC voltage to the a. Check the 12 VDC battery connections and power up. transceiver, or blown the fuse. fuse. b. The VOL knob needs to be rotated clock- wise to turn the radio on.
Product or part(s) therein which, upon examination by STANDARD HORIZON, appear to be defective or not up to factory specifications. STANDARD HORIZON may, at its option, repair or replace parts or subas- semblies with new or reconditioned parts and subassemblies.
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Products. The implied warranties which the law imposes on the sale of this Product are expressly LIMITED, in duration, to the time period speci- fied above. STANDARD HORIZON shall not be liable under any circum- stances for consequential damages resulting from the use and operation of this Product, or from the breach of this LIMITED WARRANTY, any implied warranties, or any contract with STANDARD HORIZON.
14 SPECIFICATIONS Performance specifications are nominal, unless otherwise indicated, and are subject to change without notice. 14.1 GENERAL Channels ..........All International, USA and Canadian Input Voltage................13.8 VDC ±20% Current Drain Standby ....................0.3 A Receive ....................1.0 A Transmit ...............5.5 A (Hi); 1.5 A (Lo) Individual DSC Directory Memory ..............
14.3 RECEIVER Frequency Range ............156.050 to 162.000 MHz Sensitivity 20 dB SINAD ..................0.3 µV 20 dB SINAD (70 CH Receiver) ............0.3 µV Squelch Sensitivity (Threshold) ............0.25 µV Modulation Acceptance Bandwidth.............±7.5 kHz Selectivity Spurious and Image Rejection ............–75 dB Intermodulation and Rejection at 12 dB SINAD ......
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Attention in case of use This transceiver works on frequencies List of national codes which are not generally permitted. For frequency allocation, apply for a licence at your local spectrum management authority. For actual usage contact your dealer or sales shop in order to get your transceiver adjusted to the allocated frequency range.
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We, Yaesu UK Ltd. certify and declare under our sole responsibility that the following equipment complies with the essential requirements of the Directive 1999/5/EC and 2011/65/EU. Type of Equipment VHF Marine Transceiver Brand Name Standard Horizon Model Number GX1300E Manufacturer YAESU MUSEN CO. LTD.
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YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD. Tennozu Parkside Building 2-5-8 Higashi-Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo Copyright 2015 140-0002 Japan YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD. YAESU USA All rights reserved. 6125 Phyllis Drive, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A. No portion of this manual YAESU UK Unit 12, Sun Valley Business Park, Winnall Close may be reproduced without Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 0LB, U.K.
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