Standard Horizon EXPLORER GX1700E Owner's Manual

Standard Horizon EXPLORER GX1700E Owner's Manual

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 Integrated 12 Channel WAAS GPS receiver
 GPS antenna built-in to the front panel allows reception when bracket or flush
mounted
 Ultra thin and compact rear case design (90 mm depth)
 Meets ITU-R M493-13 Class D DSC (Digital Selective Calling)
 Navigation to a DSC Call with compass page
 DSC test call and Auto DSC channel change selection
 Automatically poll the GPS position of up to 4 ships using DSC
 Enter, Save, and Navigation to a waypoint with Compass page
 Navigation (LAT/LON, SOG, and COG) information shown on display
 Submersible JIS-8 1.5M for 30 minutes
 Noise canceling microphone with channel selection, 16/9 and H/L keys
 Programmable Scan, Priority Scan, and Dual Watch
 Preset key stores up to 10 favorite channels, with scan function
 Oversized dot matrix display with customizable channel names and GPS Com-
pass display
 NMEA Input and Output of GPS information to other NMEA compatible devices
 Programmable soft keys
 Capable of connecting to a Second Station Remote-Access Microphone
CMP30
 Die-cast chassis
 Dimensions: 154 W x 88 H x 97 D (mm)
 Flush mount cutout: 137 W x 72 H x 65 (mm)
 2 Year Waterproof Warranty
GX1700E
EXPLORER GPS GX1700E
25 Watt VHF/FM
Marine Transceiver
Owner's Manual
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  • Page 1 EXPLORER GPS GX1700E 25 Watt VHF/FM Marine Transceiver Owner's Manual  Integrated 12 Channel WAAS GPS receiver  GPS antenna built-in to the front panel allows reception when bracket or flush mounted  Ultra thin and compact rear case design (90 mm depth) ...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 8.9 PRESET CHANNELS ( 0 ~ 9 ) : INSTANT ACCESS ....33 Quick Reference Guide ................4 1 GENERAL INFORMATION ..............5 8.9.1 Preset Channel Programming ........33 2 PACKING LIST ..................5 8.9.2 Operation ...............33 3 OPTIONS ....................5 8.9.3 Deleting a Preset Channel ...........33 4 SAFETY/WARNING INFORMATION .............6 8.10 INTERCOM OPERATION .
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS 9.8 POSITION REQUEST ..............57 12.5 PRIORITY CHANNEL ...............81 9.8.1 Position Reply Setup ...........57 12.6 CHANNEL NAME ..............82 9.8.2 Position Request Ringer Setup ........58 13 DSC SETUP ..................83 9.8.3 Transmitting a Position Request 13.1 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY ............83 to Another Vessel ............58 13.2 INDIVIDUAL REPLY ..............83 9.8.3.1 Position Request 13.3 INDIVIDUAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT .........83 using the Individual Directory ......58 13.4 INDIVIDUAL RINGER ...............83 9.8.3.2 Position Request 13.5 GROUP DIRECTORY .
  • Page 4: Quick Reference Guide

    uick efeRence uide This transceiver is equipped with the E2O (Easy-To-Operate) system. You can do the basic operation in numerical order in the illustration below.  Press and hold the button 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 EXPLOPER GPS GX1700E Marine VHF/FM Marine transceiver is capable of ITU-R 493-13 DSC (Digital Selective Call- ing) Class D operation with a 12 channel internal GPS. Class D operation allows continuous receiving of Digital Selective Calling functions on channel 70 even if the radio is receiving a call.
  • Page 6: Safety/Warning Information

    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).
  • Page 7: Getting Started

    5 GETTING STARTED 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 es- sentially “line of sight”...
  • Page 8: Coaxial Cable

    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 it’s 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.
  • Page 9: Calling Another Vessel (Channel 16 Or 9)

    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. 9. End the message by saying “OVER”. Release the microphone button and listen.
  • Page 10: Operating On Channels 13 And 67

    the PTT button on the mic. Then switch to the new channel. When the new channel is not busy, call the other vessel. After a transmission, say “over,” and release the microphone’s push-to-talk (PTT) switch. When all communication with the other vessel is completed, end the last transmission by stating your Call Sign and the word “out.”...
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  • Page 12: Installation

    6 INSTALLATION LOCATION The radio can be mounted at any angle. Choose a mounting location that: • is far enough from any compass to avoid any deviation in compass reading due to the speaker magnet • provides accessibility to the front panel controls •...
  • Page 13: Optional Mmb-97 Flush Mount Bracket

    GPS location on it’s display. If the radio is not able to receive a location, a GPS Chart plotter with NMEA 0183 output or the optional Standard Horizon external GPS antenna may be needed to receive GPS satellite signals.
  • Page 14: Electrical Connections

    6.3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CAUTION Reverse polarity battery connections will damage the radio! Connect the power cord and antenna to the radio. Antenna and Power Sup- ply connections are as follows: 1. Mount the antenna at least 1 m away from the radio. At the rear of the radio, connect the antenna cable.
  • Page 15 Ferrite Core Installation To suppress RF interference that can cause abnormal operation of the transceiver, attach the supplied ferrite core to the DC Input Cable, Accessory Connection Cable, and External Speaker Cable together, then snap its two halves together, per the illustration below. Attach the ferrite core as close as possible to the transceiver body, as shown.
  • Page 16: Accessory Cable

    UNIT POWER”) and the GPS Selection must be selected to External GPS (refer to section “15.9 GPS SELECTION”). 6.4.2.1 GPS Input - Standard Horizon GPS Antenna Note: The GPS antenna is supplied with 9 m of cable and a connector. To connect the GPS antenna to the...
  • Page 17: Gps Input And Dsc Output

    6.4.2.2 GPS Input and DSC Output GPS Chart Plotter (RS422 Connections) 6.4.2.3 Standard Horizopn GPS Chart Plotter or Other Chart Plotter (RS232 Connections) When connecting the External Speaker, Chart Plotter, or External GPS An- tenna, strip off about 2.5 cm of the specified wire’s insulation, then splice the ends together.
  • Page 18: Checking Gps Status

    • The NMEA 0183 input sentences are GLL, GGA, RMC and GNS (RMC sentence is recommended). NMEA Output (DSC) The NMEA 0183 output sentences are DSC and DSE. CHECKING GPS STATUS When the GX1700E receives the GPS signal from the internal GPS, or from an External GPS antenna or Chart plotter, a small satellite icon ( ) will appear on...
  • Page 19: Changing The Gps Time

    CHANGING THE GPS TIME From the Factory the GX1700E shows GPS satellite time or UTC (Universal Time Coordinated or GPS Satellite Time). A time offset is needed to show the local time in your area. Please see the Offset Time Table at the bottom of this page.
  • Page 20: Changing The Time Area

    CHANGING THE TIME AREA 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 down the key until “ Setup -Setup Menu- GENERAL SETUP Menu ”...
  • Page 21: Changing Cog To True Or Magnetic

    CHANGING COG TO TRUE OR MAGNETIC Allows the GPS Course Over Ground to be selected to show in True or Mag- netic. Factory default is True however by following the steps below the COG can be changed to Magnetic. 1. Press and hold down the key until “...
  • Page 22 5. Referring to illustration below, make a 30 mm hole in the wall, then insert the Extension Cable into this hole. Connect the Gasket and Mount Base to the Extension Cable Connector using the Nut. 6. Drill the four Screw holes (approx. 2 mm) on the wall, then install the Mounting Base to the wall using four screws.
  • Page 23: Connecting An External Speaker To The Ram3 Mic Cable

    6.10.1 Connecting an External Speaker to the RAM3 Mic Cable In noisy locations and optional external speaker may be connected to the white 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. When connecting an external speaker, follow the procedure below to turn off the RAM3 audio and enable the external speaker wires on the RAM3 routing cable.
  • Page 24: Controls And Indicators

    7 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS NOTE This section defines each control of the transceiver. For operating in- structions refer to section “8 BASIC OPERATION”. FRONT PANEL keys are used to select channels and to choose menu items (such as the DSC menu, Radio Setup and DSC Setup menu). keys on the microphone can also be used to select channels and menu items.
  • Page 25 Used to send a DSC Distress Alert. To transmit a Distress Alert refer to section “9.2.2 Programming the MMSI” and “9.3.1 Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert”. VOL Knob ( Volume Control Knob ) Adjusts the audio volume level. Turn this knob clockwise to increase the audio volume level.
  • Page 26: Rear Panel

    External Speaker Connection Cable ( White & Shield ) Connects the GX1700E to an external speaker. See section “3 OP- TIONS” for a list of optional STANDARD HORIZON Speakers. GND Terminal ( Ground Terminal ) Connecting a Ground wire to this connection will help reduce engine noise when receiving and transmitting.
  • Page 27: Microphone

    MICROPHONE PTT ( Push-To-Talk ) Switch When in radio mode and the PTT switch pressed, the transmitter is enabled for voice communications to another vessel. When a optional RAM3 second station microphone is connected and intercom mode is selected, pressing the PTT switch enables voice communications from the GX1700E to the RAM3 second station microphone.
  • Page 28: 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 knob fully counterclockwise until “ ”...
  • Page 29: Simplex/Duplex Channel Use

    SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE Refer to section “18 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS” for instructions on use of simplex and duplex channels. NOTE All channels are factory-programmed in accordance with FCC (USA), Industry Canada, and International regulations. Mode of operation cannot be altered from simplex to duplex or vice-versa. DISPLAY TYPE The GX1700E display can be setup to show displays other than the default “NORMAL”...
  • Page 30: Usa, Canada, And International Mode

    USA, CANADA, AND INTERNATIONAL MODE To change the channel group from USA to Canada or International: 1. Press and hold down the key until “ Set- -Setup Menu- GENERAL SETUP up Menu ” appears. CH Function Setup DSC Setup Waypoint Setup 2.
  • Page 31: Scanning

    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. 8.8.1 Scan Type Selection 1.
  • Page 32: Memory Scanning ( M-Scan )

    channel. 6. Repeat step 5 for all the desired channels to be scanned. 7. To DELETE a channel from the list, select the channel then press the soft key. “MEM” icon disappears from the display. 8. When you have completed your selection, press the soft key sev- eral times to return to radio operation.
  • Page 33: Preset Channels ( 0 ~ 9 ) : Instant Access

    PRESET CHANNELS ( 0 ~ 9 ) : INSTANT ACCESS 10 Preset Channels can be programmed for instant access. Pressing the key activates the preset channel bank. If the key is pressed and no channels have been assigned, an alert beep will be emitted from the speaker.
  • Page 34: Intercom Operation

    8.10 INTERCOM OPERATION An optional RAM3 ( CMP30 ) must be connected to perform intercom func- tions between the radio and the RAM3 ( CMP30 ) . In addition, To access the following Intercom functions one of the soft keys must be setup as .
  • Page 35: Digital Selective Calling

    9 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING 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 shore-based VHF marine channel 70 distress and safety watch system.
  • Page 36: Programming The Mmsi

    9.2.2 Programming the MMSI WARNING A user MMSI can be inputted 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.
  • Page 37: Dsc Distress Alert

    DSC DISTRESS ALERT The GX1700E is capable of transmitting and receiving DSC Distress mes- sages with your vessels position. 9.3.1 Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert NOTE For the GX1700E to be able to transmit a DSC DIstress call with your ships location, the internal GPS must be able to receive a fix or a op- tional GPS Antenna/Chart Plotter must be connected.
  • Page 38: With Nature Of Distress

    9.3.1.1 Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert with Nature of Distress The GX1700E is capable of transmitting a DSC Distress Alert with the follow- ing “Nature of Distress” categories you may have: Undesignated, Fire, Flooding, Collision, Grounding, Capsizing, Sinking, Adrift, Abandoning, Piracy, MOB 1.
  • Page 39: Transmitting A Dsc Distress Alert By Manually Entering A Position

    9.3.1.2 Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert by Manually Entering a Position The GX1700E allows you to manually enter a latitude/Longitude of your ves- sel to be able to transmit a DSC Distress alert. 1. Lift the red spring loaded DISTRESS cover and !DISTRESS ALERT! Nature of:Undesignated press the...
  • Page 40: Pausing A Dsc Distress Call

    9.3.1.3 Pausing a DSC Distress Call After a DSC Distress call is transmitted, the DSC distress call is repeated every 4 minutes until the call is canceled by the user or until the radio is turned on and off again. The GX1700E has provision to suspend (Pause) the retransmitting of the distress call by the procedure below.
  • Page 41 the letter/number by pressing the and move the cursor by pressing the soft key). 5. The ID is the MMSI from the vessel in distress. 6. When you are finished entering the waypoint name, press and hold the soft key to re- place the display to the “WAYPOINT”...
  • Page 42: 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- 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 have a potential problem that may lead to a distress situation.
  • Page 43: 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:123456789 Category:Safety The display shows the MMSI of the vessel trans- CH: 06 Since: 01:03 mitting the All Ships Call and the radio will change ACCEPT PAUSE QUIT...
  • Page 44: Individual Call

    INDIVIDUAL CALL This feature allows the GX1700E 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).
  • Page 45: Individual Reply Setup

    tity Number) number entry. -Individual Directory- 10. Press the key to scroll through num- Individual Name Horizon bers, 0-9. To enter the desired number and move ID:--------- one space to the right by pressing the soft BACK QUIT key. Repeat this procedure until all nine space of the MMSI number are entered.
  • Page 46: Individual Acknowledgment Setup

    9.5.3 Individual Acknowledgment Setup The GX1700E can select either reply message “Able” (default) or “Unable” when the Individual Reply setting (described previous section) is set to “AU- TOMATIC”. When the Individual Reply setting (described previous section) is set to “AUTOMATIC”, the GX1700E can be setup to reply “Able” (default) or not reply “Unable”...
  • Page 47: Transmitting An Individual Call

    The GX1700E has the capability to turn off the Individual and Group call ring- 1. Press and hold down the key until “ Set- -Setup Menu- GENERAL SETUP up Menu ” appears. CH Function Setup DSC Setup Waypoint Setup -Setup Menu- 2.
  • Page 48: Individual Call By Manually Entering A Mmsi

    5. Press the soft key, then press the key to select the nature of call (“ ROUTINE ”, “ SAFETY ”, or “ URGENCY ”). 6. Press the soft key, then press the key to select the operating chan- -Select Intership CH- nel you want to communicate on, then press soft key.
  • Page 49: Receiving An Individual Call

    6. Repeat step 5 to set the MMSI number (nine dig- -Individual Call- its). Input MMSI ID:345678901 7. If a mistake was made entering in the MMSI num- ber, repeat pressing the soft key until the SELECT BACK QUIT wrong number is selected, then press the key to correct the entry.
  • Page 50: Dsc Log Operation

    2. Press any key to stop the alarm. 3. Press the soft key to return to radio opera- tion 4. Press the microphone’s PTT switch and talk into the microphone to the other vessel. DSC LOG OPERATION The GX1700E logs transmitted calls, received distress calls, and other calls (Individual, Group, All Ship etc.).
  • Page 51: Reviewing A Other Logged Calls

    key to select “ DISTRESS LOG ”. -DSC Log- Transmitted Log 4. Press the soft key, then press the DISTRESS LOG Other Call Log Log Delete key to select the station (name -Distress Log- or MMSI number) you want to review. SELECT QUIT 08:15...
  • Page 52 5. Press the soft key. -DSC Log- Transmitted Log 1) If you want to delete all stations at a time, Distress Log Other Call Log select “ ALL LOG DELETE ” with the LOG DELETE -Log Delete- key, then press the soft SELECT Transmitted Log...
  • Page 53: Group Call

    MMSI numbers.  The first digit of a Group MMSI is always set to “0” by International rules. All Standard Horizon radios are preset so when programming a Group MMSI the first digit is set to “0”.
  • Page 54: Transmitting A Group Call

    5. Press the soft key. -DSC Setup- Individual Directory 6. Press the key to scroll through the first Individual Reply Individual Ack Individual Ring letter of the name of the group you want to refer- GROUP DIRECTORY Position Reply ence in the directory. SELECT QUIT 7.
  • Page 55: Group Call By Manually Entering A Mmsi

    5. Press the soft key, then press the key to select the operating chan- nel you want to communicate on, then press -Group Call- Manual soft key. If the channel you want HORIZON GRP Fisher GRP USCG GRP is not shown, press the soft key, -Select Intership CH- VERTEX GRP...
  • Page 56: Receiving A Group Call

    and hold the soft key. -Select Intership CH- 9. Press the key to select the oper- ating channel you want to communicate on, -Select Intership CH- then press the soft key. If the chan- SELECT MANUAL QUIT nel you want is not shown, press the soft key, then press the key to select...
  • Page 57: 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 GX1700E. Standard Horizon has taken this feature one step further, if any compatible GPS chart plotter is connected to the GX1700E, 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 58: Position Request Ringer Setup

    9.8.2 Position Request Ringer Setup The GX1700E has the capability to turn off the Position Request ringer. 1. Press and hold down the key until “ Set- -Setup Menu- GENERAL SETUP up Menu ” appears. CH Function Setup DSC Setup 2.
  • Page 59: Position Request By Manually Entering A Mmsi

    NOTE If the GX1700E does not receive a position data from the polled ves- sel, the display will show “NO POSITION DATA.” 9.8.3.2 Position Request by Manually Entering a MMSI This feature allows you to request the position of vessel by manually entering the MMSI of the ship you want to send your position to.
  • Page 60: Receiving A Position Request

    9.8.4 Receiving a Position Request When a position request call is received from another vessel, a ringing alarm sounds and POS REQUEST will be shown in the display. Operation and transceiver function differs depending on “ Position Reply ” in the “ DSC Setup ” menu.
  • Page 61: Position Report

    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. Your vessel must mark the internal GPS receiver for the GX1700E to send the position. NOTE To transmit a Position Report Call, a GPS must be connected to the radio and the GX1700E Individual directory must be programmed...
  • Page 62: Dsc Position Report Call By Manually Entering A Mmsi

    4. Press the key to select the name in the directory, then press the soft key. -Category- ROUTINE 5. Press the key to select the na- Safety ture of call (“ ROUTINE ” or “ SAFETY ”), then -POS Report Call- Name:Horizon press the soft key.
  • Page 63: Receiving A Dsc Position Report Call

    10. Press the soft key to send your posi- -POS Report Call- Name: tion to the selected vessel. ID:345678901 Category:Routine 11. Press the soft key to return to radio -POS Report Call- Name: Transmit? operation. ID:345678901 QUIT Category:Routine Transmiting -POS Report Call- Name: ID:345678901 Category:Routine...
  • Page 64: Saving A Position Report Call As A Waypoint

    9.9.6 Saving a Position Report Call as a Waypoint The GX1700E can save a Position Report call in the radios memory as a waypoint. 1. After the Position Report call has been received: Received POS REPORT Name:Horizon Press the soft key. ID:123456789 Category:Routine 2.
  • Page 65: Manual Inputting A Gps Position (Lat/Lon)

    9.10 MANUAL INPUTTING A GPS POSITION ( LAT/LON ) This selection allows the Latitude/Longitude of your vessel to be manually entered so DSC Distress or a Position Report call will contain position infor- mation. This feature maybe useful when the GX1700E is located in an area where GPS reception is limited.
  • Page 66: Auto Pos Polling

    9.11 AUTO POS POLLING The GX1700E has the capability to automatically track four stations pro- grammed into the Indvidual directory. 9.11.1 Polling Time Interval Setup The following steps allows the radio to setup the interval time between DSC Position Request Transmissions. 1.
  • Page 67: Enable/Disable Auto Pos Polling

    6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for CALL 2, CALL 3 and CALL 4 entries. 7. When finished, press the soft key numer- ous times to exit to the radio mode. 9.11.3 Enable/Disable Auto POS Polling 1. Press the key. The “ DSC Menu ” will ap- -DSC Menu- INDIVIDUAL pear.
  • Page 68: Dsc Test

    9.12 DSC TEST This function is used to contact another DSC equipped vessel or USCG sta- tion 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 69: Dsc Test Call By Manually Entering Mmsi

    9.12.3 DSC Test Call by Manually Entering a MMSI 1. Press the key. The “ DSC Menu ” will ap- -DSC Menu- INDIVIDUAL pear. Group All Ships 2. Press the key to select “ DSC POS Request -DSC Menu- POS Report All Ships Auto POS Polling TEST ”, then press the...
  • Page 70: Atis Setup

    10 ATIS SETUP The GX1700E 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 button 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.
  • Page 71: Atis Channel Group

    10.2 ATIS CHANNEL GROUP The GX1700E has the capability to turn on and off the ATIS feature for each channel group. 1. Press and hold down the key until “ SET- UP MENU ” appears. 2. Press the key to select “ ATIS SETUP ”...
  • Page 72: General Setup

    11 GENERAL SETUP The optional RAM3 ( CMP30 ) Remote Station Microphone can also adjust items in the setup menu using the following procedures. 11.1 DISPLAY The GX1700E can select additional screens other than the default “NORMAL” (Radio) Display by using the procedure below. “nOrMaL”...
  • Page 73: Dimmer Adjusting

    11.2 DIMMER ADJUSTING This menu selection adjusts the backlight intensity of the display and keypad. 1. Press and hold down the key until “ Setup -Setup Menu- GENERAL SETUP Menu ” appears, then select “ GENERAL SETUP ” with CH Function Setup DSC Setup key.
  • Page 74: Unit Of Measure

    11.4. UNIT OF MEASURE Allows Navigation displays to be shown in “Knot”, “Mile/Hour” or “Kilo-Meter/ Hour” (for speed), “Nautical Mile” or “Kilo-Meter” (for distance), and “Feet” or “Meter” (for altitude). NOTE GPS fix from the internal antenna or a NMEA signal from an external GPS or Chart plotter must be received.
  • Page 75: Key Beep

    11.5 KEY BEEP This selection is used to select the beep tone volume level when a key is pressed. 1. Press and hold down the key until “ Setup -Setup Menu- GENERAL SETUP Menu ” appears, then select “ GENERAL SETUP ” with CH Function Setup DSC Setup Waypoint Setup...
  • Page 76: Station Name

    11.6 STATION NAME This function allows you to change the name of the radio or RAM3 second station microphone. Example: “Radio - Cabin”, “RAM1 - Flybridge”. 1. Connect the RAM3 second station microphone to -Setup Menu- GENERAL SETUP the GX1700E. CH Function Setup DSC Setup 2.
  • Page 77: Soft Keys

    11.7 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. 11.7.1 Selecting the Number of Soft Keys 1. Press and hold down the key until -Setup Menu- GENERAL SETUP...
  • Page 78: Selecting How Long The Soft Keys Are Shown

    6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to program the other soft keys. The factory defaults are Key 1: , Key 2: , and Key 3: function. 7. Press the soft key to store the selected setting. 8. Press the soft key several times to return to radio operation. 11.7.3 Selecting How Long the Soft Keys are Shown 1.
  • Page 79: Channel Function Setup

    12 CHANNEL FUNCTION SETUP 12.1 CHANNEL GROUP ( INTERNATIONAL, USA or CANADA BAND SELECTION ) This section selects a channel group from International, USA and Canada. 1. Press and hold down the key until “ Set- -Setup Menu- GENERAL SETUP up Menu ”...
  • Page 80: Scan Type

    12.3 SCAN TYPE This selection is used to select the scan mode between “Memory Scan” and “Priority Scan”. The default setting is Priority Scan. 1. Press and hold down the key until “ Setup -Setup Menu- GENERAL SETUP Menu ” appears. CH Function Setup DSC Setup Waypoint Setup...
  • Page 81: Priority Channel

    12.5 PRIORITY CHANNEL By default the radio priority channel is set to channel 16. This procedure al- lows the radio to use a different priority channel used when priority scanning. 1. Press and hold down the key until “ Setup -Setup Menu- GENERAL SETUP Menu ”...
  • Page 82: Channel Name

    12.6 CHANNEL NAME When radio mode (NORMAL) is selected, the display will show a name un- der 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 83: Dsc Setup

    13 DSC SETUP 13.1 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY The GX1700E 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 Send transmissions. To transmit an Individual call you must program this directory with informa- tion of the persons you wish to call, similar to a cellular phones telephone directory.
  • Page 84: Position Reply

    13.6 POSITION REPLY The GX1700E 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 persons name shown on the display allowing you to choose to send your position to the requesting vessel.
  • Page 85: Auto Channel Switch Time

    13.9 AUTO CHANNEL SWITCH TIME When a DSC Distress or ALL Ships (Urgency or Safety) call is received, the GX1700E 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 86: Waypoints

    14 WAYPOINTS The GX1700E is capable of storing up to 100 waypoints and navigating to them using the compass page. In addition DSC distress calls with position or a position received from a an- other DSC radio using DSC polling can be navigated to. 14.1 MARKING A POSITION This feature allows the radio to mark the current position of the vessel.
  • Page 87: Adding A Waypoint

    14.2 ADDING A WAYPOINT 1. Press and hold down the key until “ Setup -Setup Menu- GENERAL SETUP Menu ” appears. CH Function Setup DSC Setup Waypoint Setup 2. Press the key to select “ WAYPOINT GPS Setup MMSI Setup SETUP ”.
  • Page 88: Editing A Waypoint

    14.3 EDITING A WAYPOINT This function allows a previously entered waypoint to be edited. 1. Press and hold down the key until “ Set- -Setup Menu- GENERAL SETUP up Menu ” appears. CH Function Setup DSC Setup 2. Press the key to select “...
  • Page 89: Deleting A Waypoint

    14.4 DELETING A WAYPOINT 1. Press and hold down the key until “ Set- -Setup Menu- GENERAL SETUP up Menu ” appears. CH Function Setup DSC Setup 2. Press the key to select “ WAY- Waypoint Setup -Setup Menu- GPS Setup General Setup MMSI Setup POINT SETUP ”.
  • Page 90: Navigating To A Saved Waypoint

    14.6 NAVIGATING TO A SAVED WAYPOINT 1. Press and hold down the key until “ Set- -Setup Menu- GENERAL SETUP up Menu ” appears. CH Function Setup DSC Setup 2. Press the key to select “ GENERAL Waypoint Setup -General Menu- GPS Setup DISPLAY MMSI Setup...
  • Page 91: Waypoint Setup

    14.8 WAYPOINT SETUP 14.8.1 Waypoint Range Selection This menu item allows setting of the range rings on the display. The default setting is “Automatic”. 1. Press and hold down the key until “ Set- -Setup Menu- GENERAL SETUP up Menu ” appears. CH Function Setup DSC Setup 2.
  • Page 92: Gps Setup

    This selection allows the internal GPS unit to be turned on or off. When you use the optional Standard Horizon GPS Antenna (Q7000619A) or the radio is connected to an external Chart plotter, set this selection to “OFF”. The de- fault setting is “ON”.
  • Page 93: Pinning

    15.3 PINNING This selection is used to enable or disable position updates when the vessel is not underway. The default setting is “on”. 1. Press and hold down the key until “ Set- -Setup Menu- GENERAL SETUP up Menu ” appears. CH Function Setup DSC Setup 2.
  • Page 94: Position Input

    GPS to compute and display position information (default setting). b. use the NMEA output of Standard Horizon GPS Antenna (Q7000619A) to input position information into the GX1700E when the GPS reception is limited, such as the flush mounting of the GX1700E. Refer to page 15 for connections.
  • Page 95: Sbas (Waas, Egnos, Msas)

    15.10 SBAS ( Satellite Based Augmentation System ) This selection enables or disables Satellite Based Augmentation Systems such as WAAS, EGNOS and MSAS as some areas (Australia for example) can have problems with GPS reception with SBAS enabled. The default set- ting is “on”.
  • Page 96: Ram3 (Cmp30) Remote Mic Operation

    16 RAM3 ( CMP30 ) REMOTE MIC OPERATION When an optional RAM3 Remote mic is connected to the GX1700E, all VHF, DSC, setup menus, AIS, Waypoint, and Compass functions can be remotely operated. The RAM3’s operation is same as GX1700E except the receiver audio volume setting and squelch level setting.
  • Page 97 PTT (Push-To-Talk) Key Push this key to enable the transmitter. ( POWER ) Key Press and hold down this key to turn the transceiver and Remote MIC on or off. MICROPHONE The internal ClearVoice Noise Canceling mic is located here. When transmitting, position your mouth about 1.5 ~ 2.5 cm away from the small mic hole.
  • Page 98: Assigning Soft Keys

    Press to CLEAR a function or menu selection. Press and hold to select NOAA Weather channels. Press and hold again to exit Weather mode and revert to radio mode. Note The WX function does not work on the GX1700E. Secondary use Hold down the key while pressing the key to change the mode...
  • Page 99 assigned, and press the soft key. -Assignment- (NONE) Available functions are listed next page. Re- SCAN peat step 6 to program the other soft keys. CPS:Compass 7. Press the soft key, then press the -Soft Keys- QUIT Number of Soft Keys Assignment key to select “...
  • Page 100: Maintenance

    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.
  • Page 101: Troubleshooting Chart

    17.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY Transceiver fails No DC voltage to the a. Check the 12VDC battery connections to power up. tra n sce i ve r, or b lo wn and the fuse. fuse. b. The key needs to be pressed and held to turn the radio on.
  • Page 102: Channel Assignments

    18 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS TX (MHz) RX (MHz) SIMPLEX/DUPLEX LOW PWR CHANNEL USE 156.050 160.650 DUPLEX – TELEPHONE 156.100 160.700 DUPLEX – TELEPHONE 156.150 160.750 DUPLEX – TELEPHONE 156.200 160.800 DUPLEX – INTL 156.250 160.850 DUPLEX – INTL 156.300 156.300 SIMPLEX –...
  • Page 103 TX (MHz) RX (MHz) SIMPLEX/DUPLEX LOW PWR CHANNEL USE 156.825 156.825 SIMPLEX PORT OPR 156.875 156.875 SIMPLEX – PORT OPR 156.925 161.525 DUPLEX – INTL 156.975 161.575 DUPLEX – INTL 157.025 161.625 DUPLEX INTL – 157.075 161.675 DUPLEX – INTL 157.125 161.725 DUPLEX...
  • Page 104: Reset Procedures

    19 RESET PROCEDURES 19.1 MEMORY CLEAR To clear the Scan memory and Preset memory: 1. Turn the radio off. 2. Press and hold in the three [ Programmable ] keys while turning the radio 19.2 MICROPROCESSOR RESET To clear all memories and other settings to factory defaults (except the Chan- nel Group, MMSI number, and DSC directory information): 1.
  • Page 105: Specifications

    20 SPECIFICATIONS Performance specifications are nominal, unless otherwise indicated, and are subject to change without notice. 20.1 GENERAL Channels ..........All USA, International and Canadian Normal Input Voltage ..............13.8 V DC Operating Voltage Range ............11 V to 16.5 V Current Drain Standby .....................
  • Page 106: Receiver

    20.3 RECEIVER Frequency Range ..........156.050 MHz to 162.000 MHz Sensitivity 20 dB Quieting .................. 0.6 µV 20 dB SINAD ..................0.5 µV Squelch Sensitivity (Threshold) ............0.5 µV Modulation Acceptance Bandwidth.............±7.5 kHz Selectivity (Typical) Spurious and Image Rejection ....80 dB for Voice (75 dB for DSC) Intermodulation and Rejection ....
  • Page 107: Dimensions

    20.6 DIMENSIONS 5.4” 136 mm 5.9” ( 150 mm ) 2.6” ( 66 mm ) 1. ” ( 40.1 mm ) 1.1” ( 27.7 mm ) 1.4” ( 36 mm ) 0.8” ( 19.1 mm ) GX1700E Page 107...
  • Page 108 6.9” 174.4 mm 5.4” ( 136 mm ) 5.9” ( 150 mm ) 5.9” ( 150 mm ) 2.6” ( 65 mm ) 1.6” ( 40.1 mm ) 1.1” ( 27.7 mm ) 1.4” ( 36 mm ) 0.8” ( 19.1 mm ) 2.7”...
  • Page 109 MEMO _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _...
  • Page 110 Attention in case of use This transceiver works on frequencies List of the practicable area which are not generally permitted. For AUT BEL BGR CYP CZE DEU DNK frequency allocation, apply for a licence at ESP EST FIN FRA GBR GRC HUN your local spectrum management authority.
  • Page 111 Directive 1999/5/EC with the provisions of Annex III (Conformity Assessment procedure referred to in article 10) Type of Equipment: VHF Transceiver Brand Name: STANDARD HORIZON Model Number: GX1700E Manufacturer: Yaesu Musen Co. Ltd...
  • Page 112 YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD. Tennozu Parkside Building 2-5-8 Higashi-Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 140-0002 Japan YAESU USA 6125 Phyllis Drive, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A. Copyright 2012 YAESU UK LTD. YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD. Unit 12, Sun Valley Business Park, Winnall Close Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 0LB, U.K. All rights reserved.

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