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MATRIX SERIES
GX2000E and GX2100E
25 Watt VHF/FM
Marine Transceivers
Owner's Manual
GX2100E: Integrated dual channel AIS (Automatic Identification System) receiver
GX2000E: AIS support with external AIS receiver or transponder
AIS target display includes MMSi, Callsign, Ship Name, BRG, DST,SOG & COG
Select and make automatic DSC call to AIS target
Class D DSC (Digital Selective Calling) with Distress, Individual and All Ship calls
Navigation information (LAT/LONG,SOG,COG) information shown on display
Navigate to a DSC Distress Position
Enter, Save and Naviagate to a waypoing with Compass page
GX2100E output AIS VDM sentence to compatible GPS chart Plotter
Automatic DSC Position Poll request to up to 4 seperate vessels
E2O (Easy to operate ) Menu system with User programmable soft keys on Radio
Dedicated channel 70 receiverfor continous DSC watch
Submersible JIS-7/IPX-7 rating (1Metre for 30 mins)
GX2100E - 30 Watt PA/Loudhailer with pre programmed fog Signals and listenback
facility
ClearVoice noise cancelling microphone with channelselector and 16/9 key
Supports RAM3 Remote station speaker microphone and VLH-310 remote handset as
second remote station
Intercom facility between Remote Station and Radio
AIS and Navigation functions available on RAM3 Remote station speaker microphone
GX2100E requires connection to external GPS or
GX2000E requries connection to external GPS and AIS receiver or Transponder
MATRIX GX2000E
MATRIX AIS GX2100E
GX2000E/GX2100E
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Table of Contents
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Summarization of Contents
Getting Started
About VHF Radio
Explains VHF radio frequencies and communication principles.
Selecting an Antenna
Guidance on choosing the appropriate antenna for optimal performance.
Coaxial Cable
Information on selecting and using coaxial cables for antenna connection.
Emergency (Channel 16 Use)
Procedure for making an emergency call on Channel 16.
Calling Another Vessel (Channel 16 or 9)
Instructions for initiating contact and communicating with other vessels.
Making Telephone Calls
Steps for making radiotelephone calls using designated channels.
Operating on Channels 13 and 67
Guidelines for using channels 13 and 67 for navigational traffic.
Installation
Location
Recommendations for choosing an optimal mounting location for the radio.
Mounting the Radio
Instructions for mounting the transceiver using supplied or optional brackets.
Controls and Indicators
Controls and Connections
Identification and function of the radio's controls and connection ports.
Basic Operation
Reception
How to receive signals and adjust volume and squelch settings.
Transmission
Steps for transmitting voice messages and using the push-to-talk switch.
Transmit Time-Out Timer (TOT)
Explanation of the transmit time-out timer function and its purpose.
Simplex/Duplex Channel Use
Information on using simplex and duplex channels.
Display Type
How to select different display screens like AIS, Compass, and Waypoint.
International, Canada, and USA Mode
How to change the channel group for different regions.
Dual Watch (to Channel 16)
How to use the dual watch feature to monitor two channels simultaneously.
Scanning
Procedures for selecting scan types (Memory, Priority) and programming scan memory.
Preset Channels (0 ~ 9): Instant Access
How to program and access preset channels for instant channel selection.
PA/Fog Operation
How to operate the Public Address (PA) hailer and Fog Horn functions.
Intercom Operation
Instructions for using the intercom feature with a remote station microphone.
Voice Scrambler
Information on installing and using the optional voice scrambler for privacy.
Digital Selective Calling
General
Introduction to the Digital Selective Calling (DSC) system and its purpose.
Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI)
Explains MMSI and the procedure for programming it into the radio.
DSC Distress Call
How to transmit and receive DSC distress alerts with or without GPS.
All Ships Call
How to initiate and respond to All Ships calls (Urgency/Safety).
Individual Call
Setting up the directory and making individual DSC calls to other vessels.
DSC Log Operation
How to review and manage logged DSC calls (Distress, Individual, etc.).
Group Call
Programming and transmitting group calls to multiple vessels using DSC.
Position Request
How to request and receive a vessel's position using DSC.
Position Report
How to send your vessel's position to another vessel using DSC.
Manual Inputting of the GPS Location (Lat/Lon)
Manually entering GPS coordinates for DSC transmissions.
Auto DSC Polling
Setting up automatic tracking of stations from the Individual directory.
DSC Test
Procedure for performing a DSC test call to ensure radio functions.
General Setup
Display
How to select different display screens like AIS, Compass, and Waypoint.
Local Distance Receiver Attenuator
Adjusting receiver sensitivity to reduce interference from strong signals.
Backlight Adjustment
Adjusting the intensity of the display backlight.
Display Contrast
Adjusting the contrast level for better display readability.
Time Offset
Setting the local time offset from UTC or GPS satellite time.
Time Area
Selecting the display to show UTC or local time.
Time Display
Setting the time format to 12-hour or 24-hour.
Unit of Measure
Setting units for speed (Knots, MPH, KMH) and distance (Nautical Mile, KM).
Magnetic
Customizing GPS COG display to True or Magnetic.
Key Beep
Adjusting the volume level for key press beeps.
Fog Alert Tone Frequency
Setting the appropriate fog alert tone frequency based on vessel size.
Soft Keys
Customizing the functions assigned to the soft keys for quick access.
Channel Function Setup
Channel Group
Selecting channel groups for International, Canada, or USA regulations.
Scan Memory
Programming channels into memory for scanning operations.
Scan Type
Selecting between Memory Scan and Priority Scan modes.
Scan Resume
Setting the delay time before scanning resumes after a transmission ends.
Priority Channel
Setting a specific channel as the priority channel for scanning.
Channel Name
Assigning custom names to channels for easier identification.
Station Name
Changing the name of the radio or a second station microphone.
Scrambler Setup
Information on installing and using the optional voice scrambler for privacy.
Demo Mode
Enabling demo mode to simulate radio, DSC, and AIS functions.
DSC Setup
Individual Directory
Storing vessel or person names and MMSI numbers for DSC calls.
Individual Reply
Setting automatic or manual response to incoming DSC Individual calls.
Individual Acknowledgment
Configuring automatic or manual transmission of replies to individual calls.
Individual Ringer
Adjusting the ring time for incoming DSC Individual calls.
Group Directory
Storing group MMSI numbers for contacting multiple vessels.
Position Reply
Setting automatic or manual sending of vessel position upon request.
DSC Beep
Enabling or disabling alarm beeps for different types of DSC calls.
AIS/Compass Setup
Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Overview of the AIS system, its purpose, and classes of AIS.
Direction
Setting the AIS compass display orientation (Course Up or North Up).
Activation Range
Setting the range for displaying AIS targets on the radio.
CPA Alarm
Configuring the alarm for Closest Point of Approach (CPA) with other vessels.
TCPA Alarm
Configuring the Time to Closest Point of Approach (TCPA) alarm.
Display Range
Adjusting the range rings displayed on the AIS screen.
AIS Operation
How to view AIS targets, lists, and detailed information on the display.
AIS Range
Adjusting the display range for AIS targets.
Waypoints
Marking a Position
How to mark and save the current vessel position as a waypoint.
Adding a Waypoint
Manual entry of waypoint names and coordinates into the directory.
Editing a Waypoint
How to edit existing waypoint names and coordinates.
Deleting a Waypoint
How to remove waypoints from the directory.
Saving a DSC Position Call as a Waypoint
Saving received DSC position data as a waypoint.
Navigating to a Saved Waypoint
Steps to start and follow navigation to a saved waypoint using the compass.
Stop Navigating to a Waypoint
Procedure to exit waypoint navigation and return to normal mode.
ATIS Setup
ATIS CH Group
Enabling or disabling the ATIS feature for different channel groups.
ATIS Code Programming
Programming the unique ATIS code required for inland waterways.
CMP30 (RAM3) Remote Mic Operation
Remote Mic Controls
Identification and function of the controls on the remote microphone.
Assigning Soft Keys
Customizing the functions assigned to the soft keys for quick access.
Maintenance
Replacement Parts
List of commonly requested replacement parts and their part numbers.
Factory Service
Information on how to obtain factory service for the radio.
Troubleshooting Chart
A guide to diagnosing and resolving common symptoms and issues.
Specifications
General
General technical specifications including channels, voltage, and dimensions.
Transmitter
Technical specifications related to the radio transmitter's performance.
Receiver (for Voice and DSC)
Technical specifications for the voice and DSC receiver.
NMEA Input/Output
Details on NMEA 0183 data formats for GPS, DSC, and AIS.
Reset Procedures
Memory Clear
How to clear scan and preset memory settings.
Microprocessor Resetting
Procedure to reset all settings and memories to factory defaults.
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