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Standard Horizon QUANTUM Series GX3500S Owner's Manual

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QUANTUM Series GX3500S
25 Watt VHF/FM
ITU Class D DSC Marine Transceiver
Owner's Manual
Oversized alphanumeric LCD, knobs and keys
30 W Loud Hailer with listen back and 4 fog horns, Bells & Whistles
Direct keypad entry of a channel using the keypad
Removable ClearVoice speaker microphone with 16/9 key and channel
selection
8
Display shows channel names, and repeats GPS information
Capable of connecting 2 optional enhanced RAM+ second station re-
mote microphone or VH-310 Handset
8
DSC distress call automatically broadcasts lat/long and vessel ID
DSC position request function and NMEA data input/output to connect to
8
GPS Plotter
Versatile user-programmable Scanning, Priority Scan and Dual Watch
One-button access to Channel 16 and 9
8 with GPS attached
GX3500S
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  • Page 1 QUANTUM Series GX3500S 25 Watt VHF/FM ITU Class D DSC Marine Transceiver Owner's Manual Oversized alphanumeric LCD, knobs and keys 30 W Loud Hailer with listen back and 4 fog horns, Bells & Whistles Direct keypad entry of a channel using the keypad...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    11.3.1 Tansmitting a DSC Distress Call ... 38 11.3.2 Receiving a DSC Distress Call ... 40 11.4 ALL SHIPS CALL ... 40 11.4.1 Transmitting an All Ships Call ... 41 11.4.2 Receiving an All Ships Call ... 41 Page 2 GX3500S...
  • Page 3 14.5.1 External Speaker AF Selection ... 83 15 MAINTENANCE ... 84 15.1 REPLACEMENT PARTS ... 84 15.2 FACTORY SERVICE ... 84 15.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART ... 85 16 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS ... 86 17 WARRANTY ... 92 18 SPECIFICATIONS ... 95 19 APPENDIX ... 96 GX3500S Page 3...

  • Page 4: General Information

    The Vertex Standard GX3500S is a VHF/FM transceiver designed for use in the frequency range of 156.025 to 163.275 MHz. The GX3500S can be oper- ated from 11 to 16 VDC and has a switchable RF output power of 1 watt or 25 watts.

  • Page 5: Safety / Warning Information

    Marine Division of Vertex Standard Web site. PRODUCT SUPPORT INQUIRIES If you have any questions or comments regarding the use of the GX3500S, you can visit the Marine Division of Vertex Standard Web site to send an E-Mail or contact the Product Support team at 800-767-2450 M-F 7:00- 5:00PST.

  • Page 6: Fcc Radio License Information

    Type Acceptance ... FCC Part 80 Output Power ... 1 Watt (low) and 25 Watts (high) Emission ... 16K0G3E, 16K0G2B Frequency Range ... 156.025 to 163.275 MHz FCC Type Number ... K6630063X30 Industry Canada Type Approval ... 511B-30063X3D Page 6 GX3500S...

  • Page 7: Fcc Notice

    - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. GX3500S NOTICE NOTICE Page 7...

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    A 3 foot, 3dB gain antenna represents twice as much gain over the imaginary antenna. Typically a 3 foot 3dB gain stainless steel whip is used on a sailboat mast. The longer 8 foot 6dB fiberglass whip is primarily used on power boats that require the additional gain. Page 8 GX3500S...

  • Page 9: Coaxial Cable

    To get your coax cable through a fitting and into your boat’s interior, you may have to cut off the end plug and reattach it later. You can do this if you follow the directions that come with the connector. Be sure to make good soldered connections. GX3500S 1/16'' 3/4'' 1 1/8''...

  • Page 10: Installation

    25 feet or more from the radio. RG58 cable can be used for distances less than 25 feet. Page 10 CAUTION Optional Speaker Fuse Optional HAIL/PA Horn Accessory Cable GPS Navigation Receiver GX3500S...

  • Page 11: Accessory Cable

    SHIELD - External Speaker (–) RED - PA Speaker ( + ) SHIELD - PA Speaker (–) BLUE- NMEA Input (+) GREEN - NMEA Input (–) GRAY- NMEA Output (+) BROWN-NMEA Output (–) GX3500S Shield Blue NMEA OUT Green NMEA OUT Gray...

  • Page 12: Connection Of Gps With Nmea Output

    Phone: (800) 767-2450 Email: marinetech@vxstdusa.com 8.5 CHECKING GPS CONNECTIONS After connections have been made between the GX3500S and the GPS, a small satellite icon will appear on the top right corner of the LCD display. To see additional GPS information, press the [ F ] key momentarily, then press the [ 6 ( NAV )] key.

  • Page 13: Changing The Gps Time

    8.6 CHANGING THE GPS TIME From the Factory the GX3500S shows GPS satellite time or UTC time. A time offset is needed to show the local time in your area. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “...

  • Page 14: Changing The Time Location

    Page 14 Time Disp ” in the ( “LOCAL” mode ) Magnetic ” with the ” (representing “True”). ” and press the [ ENT ] key Exit ” or ” (rep- Exit ,” Radio GX3500S...

  • Page 15: Optional Mmb-84 Flush Mount Installation

    (see Figure 2). 5. Turn the adjusting screw to adjust the tension so that the transceiver is tight against the mounting surface. Bracket Lock-washer nut combination Figure 2. MMB-84 Flush Mount Installation GX3500S Adjusting Screw Page 15...

  • Page 16: Optional Enhanced Ram+ Second Station Mic And/Or Vh-310 Handset Installation

    8.10 OPTIONAL ENHANCED RAM+ SECOND STATION MIC AND/OR VH-310 HANDSET INSTALLATION The GX3500S is capable of using up to 2 Enhanced RAM+ mics (or VH-310 Handset) to remotely control the Radio, DSC and PA/Fog functions. In addition the GX3500S can operate as a full function intercom system. With 2 RAM+ mics (or VH-310 Handset) connected the GX3500S, RAM+ mics, or VH-310 Handset can selective call each station individually or all at one time.
  • Page 17 “ ” (External speaker on). 6. Press the [ ENT ] key to save the selection. 7. Press the [ 16/9 ] key to exit this mode. GX3500S RADIO SETUP EXT SPKR ” is shown and press ” (External speaker...

  • Page 18: Controls And Indicators

    13 or 67, the power will temporarily switch from LO to HI power until the PTT is released. The [ H/L ] key does not function on transmit inhibited and low power only channels. Page 18 NOTE Hand Microphone to this jack. GX3500S...
  • Page 19 DISTRESS PULL OPEN Figure 4. Controls and Connectors GX3500S Page 19...

  • Page 20: Channel Selector Knob

    Press the [ F ] key first then press the [ 3 ( SCAN )] key, start and stop the scanning of programmed channels. Refer to section “10.12 SCANNING” for details. Page 20 [ 2 ( MEM )]) , DELETES the channel )] / GX3500S...
  • Page 21 GPS Data, Time, SOG (Speed Over Ground), and COG (Course Over Ground) when a GPS is connected to the accessory cable of the GX3500S. See section “8.4 CONNECTION OF GPS WITH NMEA OUT- PUT” for details. [ 7 ( SCRM )] Key When in radio mode, this key is used to directly select channel digit “7”...
  • Page 22 “11 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING”). Radio Setup “ ” menu Page 22 ,” “ GROUP CALL ,” and “ DSC Setup “ ALL SHIPS CALL ” func- Radio Setup DSC Setup ” menu (re- ” menu GX3500S ”...

  • Page 23: Antenna Jack

    Used to send a DSC Distress Call. To send the distress call refer to section “11.3.1 (Transmitting A DSC Distress Call).” ACCESSORY CONNECTION CABLE Connects the GX3500S to a GPS, a PA speaker, and an external speaker. DC INPUT CABLE Connects the radio to a DC power supply capable of delivering 12V DC.

  • Page 24: Basic Operation

    5. When the transmission is finished, release the PTT switch. This is a noise-canceling microphone. The oval slot on the bottom of microphone should be positioned within 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) from the mouth for optimum performance. Page 24 ” indicator in the LCD is NOTE GX3500S...

  • Page 25: Transmit Time-Out Timer (Tot)

    NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) sends a weather alert accompanied by a 1050 Hz tone and subsequent weather report on one of the NOAA weather channels. When the Weather Alert feature is enabled (see GX3500S NOTE NOTE Page 25...

  • Page 26: Noaa Weather Alert Testing

    10.6.2 NOAA Weather Alert Testing NOAA tests the alert system ever Wednesday between 11AM and 1PM. To test the GX3500S’s NOAA Weather feature, on Wednesday between 11AM and 1PM, setup as in previous section and confirm the alert is heard.

  • Page 27: Calling Another Vessel (Channel 16 Or 9)

    Call Sign with each transmission, only at the begin- ning and end of the contact. Remember to return to Channel 16 when not using another channel. Some radios automatically monitor Channel 16 even when set to other channels or when scanning. GX3500S Page 27...

  • Page 28: Making Telephone Calls

    2. If a transmission is received on the channel selected in step 2, the GX3500S will dual watch between the working channel and the Priority channel. 4. To stop Dual Watch, press the [ CLR ] key or press the [ F ] key followed by the [ 4 ( DW )] key again.

  • Page 29: Scanning

    6. The channel number will blink during reception. 7. To stop scanning, press the [ 16/9 ] , [ WX ] , [ CALL ( MENU )] , or PTT key. GX3500S SCAN Type ” in the...

  • Page 30: Priority Scanning P-Scan

    HAIL/PA speaker which provides two-way communications through the HAIL/PA speaker. When in PA or FOG mode the GX3500S will receive the last selected VHF channel before entering into the PA or FOG mode and receive DSC calls.

  • Page 31: Operating The Pa Hail Mode

    2. To hide the position information, press the [ F ] key followed by the [ 6 ( NAV )] key again. GX3500S Siren ” modes, press the PTT Page 31...

  • Page 32: Lcd Dimmer

    [ 1 ( DIM )] key again, return to radio operation mode. 10.16 INTERCOM OPERATION If the RAM+ Mic is connected to the GX3500S, you may communicate between the GX3500S and CMP25 RAM+ Microphones or VH-310 Handset. (Refer to section “13.2 INTERCOM OPERATION”...

  • Page 33: Communication

    1. Press the [ F ] key followed by the [ 5 ( IC )] key, the mode is changed to “INTERCOM” mode. 2. If your GX3500S is equipped two RAM+ Mic’s (or VH-310 Handset), select the companion you wish to communicate (RAM1, RAM2, or ALL) with the CHANNEL selector knob, then press the [ ENT ] key.

  • Page 34: Voice Scrambler

    (with voice scrambler). 5. Monitor the channel before transmitting. 6. To disable the voice scrambler, press the [ F ] key followed by the [ 7 ( SCRM )] key again. Page 34 SCRM Code ” will appear. GX3500S...
  • Page 35 MEMO GX3500S Page 35...

  • Page 36: Digital Selective Calling

    20 nautical miles. A DSC Warning sticker is included with the GX3500S. To comply with FCC regulations this sticker must be mounted in a location that can be eas- ily viewed from the location of the GX3500S.

  • Page 37: Maritime Mobile Service Identity (Mmsi)

    Digital Selective Calling (DSC). This number is used like a telephone number to selectively call other vessels. THIS NUMBER MUST BE PROGRAMMED INTO THE RADIO TO OPERATE THE GX3500S DSC FUCTIONS. How can I obtain an MMSI assignment? Boat US offers online registration of a MMSI. Visit www.boatus.com/mmsi 11.2.2 Programming the MMSI...

  • Page 38: Dsc Distress Call

    11.3 DSC DISTRESS CALL The GX3500S is capable of transmitting and receiving DSC Distress messages to all DSC radios. The GX3500S may be connected to a GPS to also transmit the Latitude, Longitude of the vessel. 11.3.1 Transmitting a DSC Distress Call To be able to transmit a DSC distress call an MMSI number must be programmed, refer to section “11.2.2 Programming the MMSI.”...
  • Page 39 Transmitting a DSC Distress Call with Nature of Distress The GX3500S is capable of transmitting a DSC Distress Call with the following “Nature of Distress” categories: Undesignated, Fire, Flooding, Collision, Grounding, Capsizing, Sinking, Adrift, Abandoning, Piracy, MOB 1. Lift the red spring loaded DISTRESS cover and press the [DISTRESS] key.

  • Page 40: Receiving A Dsc Distress Call

    Used to transmit boating safety information to other vessels. This message usually contains information about an overdue boat, debris in the water, loss of a navigation aid or an impor- tant meteorological message. This call is the same as saying Securite, Securite, Securite.” Page 40 NOTE GX3500S...

  • Page 41: Transmitting An All Ships Call

    2. Press any key to stop the alarm. 3. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to see the MMSI of the vessel transmitting the All Ships Call. 4. Monitor channel 16 or traffic channel until the UR- GENCY voice communication is completed. GX3500S Page 41...

  • Page 42: Individual Call

    11.5.1 Setting up the Individual / Position Call Directory The GX3500S 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 Indi- vidual calls, Position Requests and Position Send transmissions.

  • Page 43: Setting Up Individual Ringer

    “ .” 6. Press the [ ENT ] key to store the selected setting. 7. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the [ 16/9 ] key. GX3500S NOTE INDIV Reply ” with Auto ”...

  • Page 44: Setting Up Individual / Group Call Ringer

    7. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the [ 16/9 ] key. The GX3500S has the capability to turn off the Individual call ringer. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “Radio Setup”...

  • Page 45: Transmitting An Individual Call

    5 above and a ringing tone sounds. 10. Press any key to listen to the channel to make sure it is not busy, then key the microphone and call the other vessel you desire to communicate with. GX3500S Page 45...
  • Page 46 12. Press any key to listen to the channel to make sure it is not busy, then key the microphone and call the other vessel you desire to communicate with. Page 46 Manual ,” Manual ,” GX3500S...

  • Page 47: Receiving An Individual Call

    11.5.6 Setting Up the Call Waiting Function Allows the GX3500S to be setup to reply (ABLE) or set the radio so it transmits a call that advises the calling vessel the person is UNABLE to reply to the call at this time.

  • Page 48: Group Call

    [ CLR ] key. 9. After the eleventh letter or space has been entered, press the [ ENT ] key to advance to the GROUP MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity Number) Page 48 Group DIR ” with the ” with GX3500S...

  • Page 49: Transmitting A Group Call

    8. Listen to the channel to make sure it is not busy, then key the microphone and call the other vessels you desire to communicate with. GX3500S DSC Operation Exit ” with the CHANNEL selector ”...
  • Page 50 10. Listen to the channel to make sure it is not busy, then key the microphone and call the other vessels you desire to communicate with. Page 50 DSC Operation Exit ” with the CHANNEL selector ” will appear. ” Group .” Manual ,” Manual ,” GX3500S...

  • Page 51: Receiving A Group Call

    11.6.3 Receiving a Group Call 1. When a group call is received, the GX3500S will pro- duce a ringing alarm sound. 2. The radio automatically switches to the requested channel. 3. Press any key to stop the alarm. 4. Monitor the channel for the person calling the Group for a message.

  • Page 52: 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 GX3500S. Standard Horizon has taken this feature one step further, if any Standard Hori-...

  • Page 53: Transmitting A Position Request To Another Vessel

    The GX3500S has the capability to turn off the Position Request ringer. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “Radio Setup” menu appear. 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “DSC Setup” menu.
  • Page 54 If the GX3500S does not receive position data from the polled vessel, the LCD will show “NO POSITION DATA.” Manual Request You may enter an MMSI number manually to contact without the Setting up the Individual / Position Call Directory.

  • Page 55: Receiving A Position Request

    Send reply function “ CHANNEL selector knob. 3. The GX3500S display will show “ ” allowing you to send your vessels location by using the CHANNEL selector knob. ” is selected, press the [ ENT ] key. And your position will be 4.

  • Page 56: Position Send

    GX3500S to send the position. 11.8.1 Setting up a Position Send Ringer The GX3500S has the capability to turn off the Position Send ringer. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “Radio Setup” menu appears.

  • Page 57: Transmitting A Dsc Position Send Call

    5. Enter the MMSI number (eight digits) which you want to contact by the keypad, then press the [ ENT ] key. 6. Press the [ ENT ] key to send your position to the se- lected vessel. GX3500S DSC Operation ” DSC Operation ”...
  • Page 58 11.8.3 Receiving a DSC Position Send Call When another vessel transmits their vessels location to the GX3500S the fol- lowing will happen: 1. A ringing sound will be produced when the call is received. 2. Press the [ 16/9 ] key to stop ringing 3.

  • Page 59: Manual Inputting Of The Gps Location (Lat/Lon)

    11.9 MANUAL INPUTTING OF THE GPS LOCATION ( LAT/LON ) You may send the Latitude/Longitude of your vessel manually even if the GX3500S is not connected the GPS receiver unit. After the position is entered, transmitting a DSC Distress, Position Request, or Position Send will contain the manually entered position.

  • Page 60: Radio Setup Mode

    .” 5. Press the [ ENT ] key to store the selected level. 6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the [ 16/9 ] key. Page 60 NOTE Contrast ” in the ” to GX3500S...

  • Page 61: Time Offset

    GMT Greenwich Mean Time). 5. Press the [ ENT ] key to store the time offset. 6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the [ 16/9 ] key. GX3500S Time Set ” in the 0:00 ”...

  • Page 62: Time Location

    6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the [ 16/9 ] key. Page 62 Time Disp. ” in the ( “LOCAL” mode ) Magnetic ” in the ” (rep- ” (representing “True”). ” or GX3500S...

  • Page 63: Priority Channel Set

    .” 5. Press the [ ENT ] key to store the selected setting. 6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the [ 16/9 ] key. GX3500S Priority CH ” in the SCAN Type ” in the...

  • Page 64: Scan Resume Time

    12.7 SCAN RESUME TIME This selection is used to select the time the GX3500S waits after a transmis- sion ends before starting scanning. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup ” menu appears.

  • Page 65: Wx Alert

    ,” “ 5. Press the [ ENT ] key to store the selected setting. 6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the [ 16/9 ] key. GX3500S WX Alert ” in the On SCAN WX ,”...

  • Page 66: Channel Name Change

    9. If you want to enter the name of another channel, repeat steps 3 through 8. 10. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the [ 16/9 ] key. Page 66 CH Name ” in the Radio Setup ” menu. GX3500S...

  • Page 67: Naming The Radio Or Ram+ Stations

    9. If you want to enter the name of another unit, repeat steps 3 through 8. 10. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the [ 16/9 ] key. GX3500S Unit Name ” in the ”...

  • Page 68: Fog Alert Tone Frequency

    4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select desired tone frequency. 5. Press the [ ENT ] key to store the selected setting. 6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the [ 16/9 ] key. Page 68 Fog Freq. ” in the GX3500S...

  • Page 69: Enhanced Ram+ Mic Opertion

    13 ENHANCED RAM+ MIC OPERATION When the RAM+ microphone is connected to the GX3500S, most VHF, DSC, setup menus and PA modes can be remotely operated. The RAM+ Mic is sup- plied with 23 feet (7 m) of routing cable and can be extended up to 70 feet (21 m) using three 23 feet extension cables model CT-100.
  • Page 70 [ CALL/SET ] Key The [CALL/SET] key functions as the enter key. Secondary use Press the [ CALL/SET ] key to access the DSC OPERATION menu. Press and hold the [ CALL/SET ] key to access the SETUP menu. Page 70 GX3500S...
  • Page 71 7. When a DSC Distress acknowledgment is received, a distress alarm sounds and channel 16 is automatically selected. The LCD shows the MMSI of the ship responding to your dis- tress. GX3500S ” and “ WAITING ” will appear on the ”...

  • Page 72: Intercom Opertion

    1. Press and hold the [ DW ] key while in the “RADIO” mode, the mode is changed to “INTERCOM” mode. 2. If your GX3500S is equipped with two RAM+ Mic (or VH-310 Handset), select the companion you wish to communicate (RADIO, RAM, or ALL) with the [ ] / [ ] key, then press the [ CALL/SET ] key.

  • Page 73: Pa/Fog Operation

    To exit from the PA Hailer mode, press and hold down the [ NAV ] key again. 13.3.2 Operating the FOG Horn The GX3500S is capable of sending Underway, Stop, Sail, Tow, Horn, Siren, Aground and Anchor signals. 1. Press and hold the [ NAV ] key then select FOG with the [ ] or [ ] key.

  • Page 74: Dsc/Radio Setup Mode

    6. Press the [ ] / [ ] key to select “ return to the normal operation. RADIO SETUP-menu When setup menu is selected, the GX3500S will be temporarily disabled until the RAM+ mic, exits from the setup mode. Page 74...

  • Page 75: Handset Operation

    14 VH-310 HANDSET OPERATION When the VH-310 HANDSET is connected to the GX3500S, most VHF, DSC, setup menus and PA modes can be remotely operated as the same manner due to the front panel’s keypad of the transceiver. The VH-310 HANDSET is supplied with 23 feet (7 m) of routing cable and can be extended up to 70 feet (21 m) using three 23 feet extension cables model CT-100.
  • Page 76 Holding down the [16/9] key while pressing the [WX] key switches the Channel Group. [ ] / [ ] KEY These keys are used to select channels, adjust the volume and squelch level, and to choose the item selection of different functions (such as DSC operation). Page 76 GX3500S...
  • Page 77 Press the [ F ] key then press the [ 5 ( IC )] key to activate intercom function between RAM+(s) or VH-310 handset(s). Refer to section “10.16 INTERCOM OPERATION” for details. GX3500S [ 2 ( MEM )]) , will delete the channel Page 77...
  • Page 78 NAV GPS Data, Time, SOG (Speed Over Ground), and COG (Course Over Ground) when a GPS is connected to the accessory cable of the GX3500S. See section “8.4 CONNECTION OF GPS WITH NMEA OUT- PUT” for details. [ 7 ( SCRM )] Key When in radio mode, this key is used to directly select channel digit “7”...

  • Page 79: Intercom Opertion

    Note: The channel number entering is the same as the manner due to front panel’s keypad of the GX3500S; press the key with the first digit then press the key with the second digit and press the [ ENT ] key to switch to the channel.

  • Page 80: Pa/Fog Operation

    14.3.2 Operating the FOG Horn The GX3500S is capable of sending Underway, Stop, Sail, Tow, Horn, Siren, Aground and Anchor signals. 1. Press the [ F ] key followed by the [ 9 ( FOG )] key, activate the “FOG HORN”...

  • Page 81: Manual Inputting Of The Gps Location (Lat/Lon)

    14.4 MANUAL INPUTTING OF THE GPS LOCATION ( LAT/LON ) You may send the Latitude/Longitude of your vessel manually from the VH-310 Handset even if the GX3500S is not connected the GPS receiver unit. After the position is entered, transmitting a DSC Distress, Position Request, or Position Send will contain the manually entered position.

  • Page 82: Dsc/Radio Setup Mode

    6. Press the [ ] / [ ] key to select “ to the normal operation. RADIO SETUP-menu When the SETUP menu is selected, using the VH-310 Handset, the GX3500S will be temporarily disabled until the VH-310 Handset exits from the setup mode. Page 82 CONTRAST...

  • Page 83: External Speaker Af Selection

    External Speaker to “fixed” regardress the VOL level setting of the VH-310, which is useful to the case when use with the amplified speaker, such as the Standard Horizon MLS-310. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “...

  • Page 84: Maintenance

    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. Address and phone numbers for this facility, as well as warranty informa- tion, are contained in section “17 WARRANTY.”...

  • Page 85: Troubleshooting Chart

    Your position is not dis- Accessory cable. played. Setting of the GPS navigation receiver. GX3500S REMEDY a. Check the 12VDC battery connections and the fuse. b. The PWR key needs to be pressed and held to turn the radio on.

  • Page 86: Channel Assignments

    5. Channels normally used by recreational boaters are those that include the term “non-commercial” in the Channel Use column of the chart. Some of these are shared with other users and some are used only in certain geo- graphic regions. Page 86 GX3500S...
  • Page 87 D 156.950 161.550 Port operation, ship movement D 157.000 161.600 Canadian Coast Guard Only, D 157.050 161.650 Port operation, ship movement D 157.100 161.700 Port operation, ship movement GX3500S VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CHANNEL USE 156.050 Port Operation and Commercial.
  • Page 88 International: Port opertions and Ship movement 156.625 Non-commercial (Inter-ship only) 156.675 US: Port Operations, Canada: Commercial fish ing only, International: Inter-ship, Port opertions and Ship movement 156.725 US: Port Operations, Canada: Commercial fishing only, International: Inter-ship, Port opertions and Ship movement GX3500S...
  • Page 89 D 157.375 161.975 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) D 157.425 162.025 Public Correspondence (ship-to-coast) The above channels are not for use of the general public in U.S. waters, unless proper authorization is given. GX3500S VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CHANNEL USE 156.775 Port Operations (Inter-ship only) (1W) 156.825...
  • Page 90 G u a r d a n d a t Lake Mead, Nev., ship and coast stations of the N a t i o n a l P a r k S e r v i c e , U . S . Department of the Interior. GX3500S...
  • Page 91 16: The frequency 156.450 MHz is available for intership, ship and coast general purpose calling by noncommercial vessels, such as recreational boats and private coast stations. 17: The frequency 156.425 MHz is assigned by rule to private coast stations in Alaska for facsimile transmissions as well as voice communications. GX3500S Page 91...

  • Page 92: Warranty

    In the event of a defect, malfunction or failure of the Product during the war- ranty period, STANDARD HORIZON’s liability for any breach of contract or any breach of express or implied warranties in connection with the sale of Products...
  • Page 93 This warranty only extends to Products sold within the 50 States of the United States of America and the District of Columbia. STANDARD HORIZON will pay all labor to repair the product and replacement parts charges incurred in providing the warranty service except where purchaser abuse or other qualifying exceptions exist.

  • Page 94: On-Line Warranty Registration

    Product Support Inquiries If you have any questions or comments regarding the use of the GX3500S, you can visit the STANDARD HORIZON Web site to send an E-Mail or contact the Product Support team at (714) 827-7600 ext 6300 M-F 7:00- 5:00PST.

  • Page 95: Specifications

    Channel Spacing ... 25 kHz DSC Format ... ITU Class D NMEA Input/Output ... Output - DSC, DSE GX3500S (90 H x 230 W x 150 D mm) (72 H x 205 W x 130 D mm) pre-emphasis characteristic at 300 to 3000 Hz...

  • Page 96: Appendix

    (underway or an- chored), vessel not under command, a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver (un- derway or at anchor), or a vessel towing or pushing an- other ahead. Vessel under tow (manned). Vessel is aground. Vessel is at anchor. GX3500S...
  • Page 97 MEMO GX3500S Page 97...
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