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ECLIPSE DSC+ GX1100S
25 Watt VHF/FM
Class D DSC Marine Transceiver
Owner's Manual
Affordable Ultra Compact Fixed Mount VHF radio
Submersible IPX7 Front Panel
DSC (Digital Selective Calling) Class D with Position Report and Re-
quest
Programmable Scan, Priority Scan, and Dual Watch
Full dot matrix display capable of indicating GPS information
Submersible microphone with dedicated 16/9, H/L keys and channel
selection
All USA / International and Canadian Marine Channels
NOAA Weather Channels with Weather Alert
When Attached to GPS Receiver
GX1100S
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- Page 1 ECLIPSE DSC+ GX1100S 25 Watt VHF/FM Class D DSC Marine Transceiver Owner's Manual Affordable Ultra Compact Fixed Mount VHF radio Submersible IPX7 Front Panel DSC (Digital Selective Calling) Class D with Position Report and Re- quest Programmable Scan, Priority Scan, and Dual Watch...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 GENERAL INFORMATION ................... 4 2 PACKING LIST ..................... 4 3 OPTIONS ......................4 4 SAFETY / WARNING INFORMATION ..............5 5 FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION ..............6 6 FCC NOTICE ......................7 7 GETTING STARTED ..................... 8 ABOUT VHF RADIO ................. - Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS 11 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING ................. 28 11.1 GENERAL ....................28 11.2 MARITIME MOBILE SERVICE IDENTITY (MMSI) ........28 11.2.1 What is an MMSI? ................. 28 11.2.2 Programming the MMSI ............... 29 11.3 DISTRESS ALERT ................... 30 11.3.1 Transmitting a Distress Alert ............30 11.3.2 Receiving a Distress Alert ............
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Page 4: General Information
1 GENERAL INFORMATION The Vertex Standard GX1100S ECLIPSE DSC+ is a VHF/FM transceiver de- signed for use in the frequency range of 156.025 to 163.275 MHz. The GX1100S can be operated from 11 to 16 VDC and has a switchable RF output power of 1 watt or 25 watts. -
Page 5: Safety / Warning Information
4 SAFETY / WARNING INFORMATION This radio is restricted to occupational use, work related operations only where the radio operator must have the knowledge to control the exposure conditions of its passengers and bystanders by maintaining the minimum separation dis- tance of 0.6 m (2 feet). -
Page 6: Fcc Radio License Information
5 FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION Vertex Standard radios comply with the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service. STATION LICENSE An FCC ship station license is no longer required for any vessel traveling in U.S. waters (except Hawaii) which is under 20 meters in length. However, any vessel required to carry a marine radio on an international voyage, carrying a HF single side band radiotelephone or marine satellite terminal is required to have a ship station license. -
Page 7: Fcc Notice
6 FCC NOTICE NOTICE Unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void com- pliance with FCC Rules. Any change or modification must be approved in writing by Marine Division of Vertex Standard. NOTICE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. -
Page 8: Getting Started
7 GETTING STARTED 7.1 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 ma- rine VHF band provides communications over distances that are essentially “line of sight”... -
Page 9: Coaxial Cable
7.3 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 20 feet, RG-58/U, about 1/4 inch in diameter is a good choice. For runs over 20 feet but less than 50 feet, the larger RG-8X should be used for cable runs over 50 feet RG-213 should be used. -
Page 10: Installation
8 INSTALLATION 8.1 LOCATION The radio can be mounted at any angle. Choose a mounting location that: • keeps the radio and microphone at least 3.3 ft (1 m) away from your vessel’s magnetic navigation compass • provides accessibility to the front panel controls •... -
Page 11: Optional Mmb-84 Flush Mount Bracket
8.2.2 Optional MMB-84 Flush Mount Bracket 1. To assist in flush mounting, a template has been included. Use this tem- plate to assess the mounting location. 2. Use the template to mark the location where the rectangular hole is to be cut. -
Page 12: Electrical Connections
8.3 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. -
Page 13: Accessory Cable
Input: GLL, GGA, RMC and GNS (RMC sentence is recommended) Output: DSC and DSE (DSC sentences to Standard Horizon Plotter for Position Polling) 8.5 CHECKING GPS CONNECTIONS After connections have been made between the GX1100S and the GPS, a small satellite icon will ap-... -
Page 14: Changing The Gps Time
8.6 CHANGING THE GPS TIME From the Factory the GX1100S 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 “SETUP MENU SETUP MENU”... -
Page 15: Changing The Time Location
8.7 CHANGING THE TIME LOCATION Sets the radio to show UTC time or Local time with the offset inputted in section 8.6 Changing the GPS Time. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “SETUP MENU SETUP MENU”... -
Page 16: Controls And Indicators
9 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS NOTE This section defines each control of the transceiver. See Figure 4 for location of controls. For detailed operating instructions refer to section “10 BASIC OPERATION.” POWER SWITCH / VOLUME CONTROL ( VOL/PWR ) Turns the transceiver on and off as well as adjusts the audio volume. Turn this knob clockwise to turn the radio on and to increase the speakers audio volume level. - Page 17 Figure 4. Controls and Connectors GX1100S Page 17...
- Page 18 KEYPAD [ ( UP )] / [ ( DOWN )] KEYS The [ ( UP )] and [ ( DOWN )] keys are used to select a desired chan- nel and to select items in the DSC OPERATION and SETUP menus. [ 16/9 ] Key Immediately recalls channel 16 from any channel location and automati- cally selects high power.
- Page 19 Install only the supplied screw or similar size ( M3x6, Stainless Steel ) screw. ANTENNA JACK Connects an antenna to the transceiver. Use a marine VHF antenna with an impedance of 50 ohms. MICROPHONE Transmits the voice message with reduction of background noise, using Clear Voice Noise Reduction Technology.
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Page 20: Basic Operation
10 BASIC OPERATION 10.1 RECEPTION 1. After the transceiver has been installed, ensure that the power supply and antenna are properly connected. 2. Turn the VOL/PWR knob clockwise to turn the transceiver on. 3. Turn the SQL knob fully counterclockwise. This state is known as “squelch off”. 4. -
Page 21: Simplex/Duplex Channel Use
10.4 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE Refer to the VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART (page 64) 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 opera- tion cannot be altered from simplex to duplex or vice-versa. -
Page 22: Noaa Weather Alert Test
the following is performed: 1. Program NOAA weather channels into the transceiver’s memory for scan- ning. Follow the same procedure as for regular channels under section “10.11 SCANNING.” 2. Press the [ SCAN ( MEM )] key once to start memory scanning or priority scan- ning (determined from the “RADIO SETUP RADIO SETUP”... -
Page 23: Calling Another Vessel (Channel 16 Or 9)
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. 10. If there is no answer, repeat the above procedure. If there is still no re- sponse, try another channel. -
Page 24: Making Telephone Calls
10.9 MAKING TELEPHONE CALLS To make a radiotelephone call, use a channel designated for this purpose, The fastest way to learn which channels are used for radiotelephone traffic is to ask at a local marina. Channels available for such traffic are designated Public Correspondence channels on the channel charts in this manual. -
Page 25: Memory Scanning (M-Scan)
10.11.2 Memory Scanning ( M-SCAN ) 1. Adjust the SQL knob until background noise disappears. 2. Select a desired channel to be scanned using the [ ( UP )] / [ ( DOWN )] keys. 3. Press and hold the [ SCAN ( MEM )] key until “MEM” is shown on the LCD which indicates the channel has been programmed into the transceivers memory. -
Page 26: Priority Channel Setting
priority channel will be scanned after each programmed channel. 7. To stop scanning, press the [ 16/9 ] or [ CLR ( WX )] key. Priority Channel Setting 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “SETUP MENU SETUP MENU”... - Page 27 MEMO GX1100S Page 27...
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Page 28: Digital Selective Calling
11 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING 11.1 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 29: Programming The Mmsi
11.2.2 Programming the MMSI WARNING A User 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. -
Page 30: Distress Alert
11.3 DISTRESS ALERT The GX1100S is capable of transmitting and receiving DSC Distress messages to all DSC radios. The GX1100S 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 GX1100S will beep 10 minutes after the radio is turned on. - Page 31 Transmitting a Distress Alert with Nature of Distress The GX1100S is capable of transmitting a Distress Alert with the following “Na- ture 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.
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Page 32: Receiving A Distress Alert
Cancel a Distress Alert The GX1100S has the capa- bility to transmit a DSC Dis- tress cancel call by, pressing the [ CLR ( WX )] key, then press the [ ENT ] key. 11.3.2 Receiving a Distress Alert 1. When a Distress Alert is received, an emergency alarm sounds. The display will show the MMSI (or name) of the vessel transmitting the Distress and the radio au- tomatically switches to channel 16. -
Page 33: All Ships Call
11.4 ALL SHIPS CALL The All Ships Call function allows contact to be established with other vessel stations without having their ID in the individual calling directory. 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 dis- tress situation. -
Page 34: Receiving An All Ships Call
11.4.2 Receiving an All Ships Call 1. When an All Ships Call is received, an emergency alarm sounds. The display will show the MMSI (or name) of the vessel transmitting the All Ships Call and the radio automatically switches to the requested channel (but, the display will not change). -
Page 35: Individual Call
11.5 INDIVIDUAL CALL This feature allows the GX1100S 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 36: Setting Up Individual Reply
ber and move one space to the right press the [ ENT ] key. Repeat this proce- dure until all nine spaces of the MMSI number are entered. 11. If a mistake was made entering in the name or the MMSI number, press the microphone’s [ H/L ] key repeatedly until the wrong character is selected, then press the [ ( UP )] / [ ( DOWN )] keys to correct the entry. -
Page 37: Setting Up The Individual Call Ringer
11.5.3 Setting up the Individual Call Ringer When a Individual Call is received the radio will produce a ringing tone for 3 minutes. This selection allows the Individual Call ringer time to be changed. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “SETUP MENU SETUP MENU”... -
Page 38: Transmitting An Individual Call
11.5.4 Transmitting an Individual Call This feature allows the user to contact another vessel with a DSC radio and have the radio switch to another channel and ring like a telephone. This feature is similar to calling a vessel on CH16 and requesting to go to another channel. Pre-Programmable Calling 1. - Page 39 Manual Calling You may enter an MMSI number manually to contact without storing it in the Individual Directory. 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key. The “DSC MENU DSC MENU DSC MENU DSC MENU” DSC MENU will appear. 2.
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Page 40: Receiving An Individual Call
11.5.5 Receiving an Individual Call When receiving an individual call, an acknowledgment must be sent back to the calling station. The GX1100S default setting is Automatic, but has a selection that allows you to manually send a reply before the radio will switch to the requested calling channel. -
Page 41: Call Waiting Directory
11.6 CALL WAITING DIRECTORY The GX1100S logs received Distress Calls and Individual Calls into the Call Waiting Directory for review at a later time. The DSC Call Waiting feature is similar to an answer machine where calls are recorded for review. When a call is logged while the radio is set on the DSC Standby function, a “... -
Page 42: Deleting Dsc Log Calls
[ ( DOWN )] keys to review details for the selected category or station. 6. If you review the DSC Call, press the [ ENT ] key again, to call the selected station if de- sired. 7. To exit Call Waiting Directory and return to radio operation mode press the [ CLR ] key. -
Page 43: 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 44: Transmitting A Group Call
6. Press the [ ( UP )] / [ ( DOWN )] keys to scroll through the first letter of the group name you want to reference in the directory. 7. Press the [ ENT ] key to store the first letter in the name and step to the next letter to the right. - Page 45 5. Press the [ ENT ] key, then press the [ ( UP )] / [ ( DOWN )] keys to select the operating channel you want to communicate on and press the [ ENT ] key. 6. Press the [ ENT ] key again to transmit the Group Call signal.
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Page 46: Receiving A Group Call
8. Press the [ ENT ] key, then press the [ ( UP )] / [ ( DOWN )] keys to select the operating channel you want to communicate on and press the [ ENT ] key. 9. Press the [ ENT ] key again to transmit the Group Call signal. -
Page 47: Setting Up The Group Call Ringer
11.7.4 Setting up the Group Call Ringer The GX1100S has the capability to turn off the Group call ringer. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “SETUP MENU SETUP MENU” appears. SETUP MENU SETUP MENU SETUP MENU 2. -
Page 48: Position Request
GX1100S. Standard Horizon has taken this feature one step further, if any Standard Hori- zon GPS is connected to the GX1100S, 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 49: Transmitting A Position Request To Another Vessel
The GX1100S has the capability to turn off the Position Request ringer. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “SETUP MENU SETUP MENU” appears. SETUP MENU SETUP MENU SETUP MENU 2. Press the [ ( UP )] / [ ( DOWN )] keys to se- lect “DSC SETUP DSC SETUP”... - Page 50 8. Press the [ ( DOWN )] key to show the position from the polled vessel transferred on the display. 9. If the GX1100S does not receive a reply, the dis- play will be as shown in the illustration on the right. To send again, press the [ ENT ] key.
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Page 51: Receiving A Position Request
alarm sound and the position from the polled vessel transferred to the GPS Chart plotter. 10. Press any key to stop the alarm. 11. Press the [ ( DOWN )] key to show the po- sition from the polled vessel transferred on the dis- play. -
Page 52: Position Report
11.9 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 an- other vessel. In order to send your position you need to have a GPS receiver connected or to have manually input your position. -
Page 53: Transmitting A Dsc Position Report Call
11.9.2 Transmitting a DSC Position Report Call Pre-Programmable Calling 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key. The “DSC MENU” will appear in the display. MENU MENU MENU MENU 2. Press the [ ( UP )] / [ ( DOWN )] keys to se- lect the “POS REPORT POS REPORT POS REPORT... -
Page 54: Receiving A Dsc Position Report Call
procedure until all nine spaces of the MMSI num- ber which you want to contact are entered. 6. If a mistake was made entering in the MMSI num- ber repeat pressing the microphone’s [ H/L ] key until the wrong nunber is selected, then move the chan- nel knob to correct the entry. -
Page 55: Dsc Transmission Test
11.10 DSC TRANSMISSION TEST Use the following procedure to ensure the DSC feature are functioning with another DSC radio. 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key. The “DSC MENU DSC MENU DSC MENU DSC MENU” DSC MENU will appear in the display. 2. -
Page 56: Manual Inputting Of The Gps Location (Lat/Lon)
11.11 MANUAL INPUTTING OF THE GPS LOCATION ( LAT/LON ) You may send the Latitude/Longitude of your vessel manually even if the GX1100S 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 57: Radio Setup Mode
12 RADIO SETUP 12.1 LAMP ADJUSTING Allows ajustment of the backlight intensity or to turn it off. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “SETUP MENU SETUP MENU” appears. SETUP MENU SETUP MENU SETUP MENU 2. -
Page 58: Time Offset
12.3 TIME OFFSET This selection sets the time offset between local time and UTC (time GPS sends to radio). 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “SETUP MENU SETUP MENU” appears. SETUP MENU SETUP MENU SETUP MENU 2. -
Page 59: Time Display
12.4 TIME DISPLAY This selection selects the time display between local time and UTC (time GPS sends to radio). 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “SETUP MENU SETUP MENU” appears. SETUP MENU SETUP MENU SETUP MENU 2. -
Page 60: Scan Type
12.6 SCAN TYPE This selection selects the scan mode between “Memory Scan” and “Priority Scan.” 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “SETUP MENU SETUP MENU” appears. SETUP MENU SETUP MENU SETUP MENU 2. Press the [ ENT ] key, then select “SCAN TYPE SCAN TYPE”... -
Page 61: Wx Alert
12.8 WX ALERT This selection allows the radios NOAA Weather alert to be turned off. Default setting is ON. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “SETUP MENU SETUP MENU” appears. SETUP MENU SETUP MENU SETUP MENU 2. -
Page 62: Maintenance
Occasionally an owner needs a replacement mounting bracket or knob. These can be ordered from our Parts Department by writing or calling (in USA or Canada), or Standard Horizon/Vertex Standard authorized dealers (outside USA or Canada). Marine Division of Vertex Standard US Headquarters 10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A. -
Page 63: Factory Service
13.2 FACTORY SERVICE In the unlikely event that the radio fails to perform or needs servicing, please contact Marine Division of Vertex Standard (in USA or Canada) or Standard Horizon/Vertex Standard authorized dealers (outside USA or Canada). An “RA” Return Authorisation number is not necessary to send a product in for service. -
Page 64: Channel Assignments
14 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS Tables on the following columns list the VHF Marine Channel assignments for U.S.A. and International use. Below are listed some data about the charts. 1. VTS. Where indicated, these channels are part of the U.S. Coast Guard’s Vessel Traffic System. - Page 65 VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CHANNEL USE D 156.050 160.650 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 156.050 Port Operation and Commercial. VTS in selected areas D 156.100 160.700 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) D 156.150 160.750 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 156.150 U.S. Government Only, Coast Guard D 156.200 160.800 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship movement 156.200...
- Page 66 VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CHANNEL USE D 156.025 160.625 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) D 156.075 160.675 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship movement 156.075 Public Coast: Coast Guard; East Coast: commercial fishing only D 156.125 160.725 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship movement 156.125 Public Coast: Coast Guard;...
- Page 67 VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CHANNEL USE D 157.025 161.625 Port operation, ship movement 157.025 Commercial D 157.075 161.675 Port operation, ship movement 157.075 U.S. Government Only - Environmental protection operations. 157.075 Canadian Coast Guard Only D 157.125 161.725 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship movement 157.125 U.S.
- Page 68 Points of communica- Points of communica- Carrier frequency Carrier frequency tion (Intership and be- tion (Intership and be- ( MHz ) ( MHz ) Channel Channel tween coast and ship tween coast and ship designator designator Coast Coast Ship Ship u n l e s s o t h e r w i s e u n l e s s o t h e r w i s e transmit...
- Page 69 4: Use of 156.875 MHz is limited to communications with pilots regarding the movement and docking of ships. Normal output power must not exceed 1 watt. 5: 156.375 MHz and 156.650 MHz are available primarily for intership navigational commu- nications. These frequencies are available between coast and ship on a secondary basis when used on or in the vicinity of locks or drawbridges.
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Page 70: 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 71 STANDARD HORIZON may, at its option, repair or replace parts or subassemblies with new or reconditioned parts and subassemblies. Parts thus repaired or replaced are warranted for the balance of the original applicable warranty.
- Page 72 Product Support Inquiries If you have any questions or comments regarding the use of the GX1100S, 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.
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Page 73: Specifications
16 SPECIFICATIONS Performance specifications are nominal, unless otherwise indicated, and are subject to change without notice. 16.1 GENERAL Channels ............. All USA, International and Canadian Input Voltage ..................13.8 VDC ±20% Current Drain Standby ......................0.3 A Receive ......................1.0 A Transmit ................... - Page 74 16.4 GX1100S DIMENSIONS Page 74 GX1100S...
- Page 75 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. Part 15.21: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly ap- proved by Vertex Standard could void the User’s authorization to operate this device.
- Page 76 Copyright 2009 VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD. Marine Division of VERTEX STANDARD All rights reserved. US Headquarters No portion of this manual 10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A. may be reproduced www.standardhorizon.com without the permission of VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD. Page 76 GX1100S...