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Standard Horizon Matrix GX3000E Owner's Manual

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MATRIX GX3000E
25 Watt VHF/FM
ITU Class D DSC Marine Transceiver
Owner's Manual
Waterproof construction
Commercial grade ITU Class D DSC VHF
Independent Channel 70 receiver built-in for continuous DSC watching
30 W Loud Hailer with listen back and 4 fog horns, Bells & Whistles
Capable of connecting 2 optional enhanced CMP25 RAM+ second sta-
tion remote microphone or VH-310 Handset
Intercom between radio and second station microphone
DSC position request and send functions with compatible STANDARD
HORIZON GPS Chart plotters
Versatile user-programmable scanning, priority scan and Dual Watch
One-button access to Channel 16 and 9
Oversized rotary channel knob, backlit display and keys.
Navigation information shown on display when optional GPS connected
Unique Receive Audio Tone Control
GX3000E
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  • Page 1 MATRIX GX3000E 25 Watt VHF/FM ITU Class D DSC Marine Transceiver Owner's Manual Waterproof construction Commercial grade ITU Class D DSC VHF Independent Channel 70 receiver built-in for continuous DSC watching 30 W Loud Hailer with listen back and 4 fog horns, Bells & Whistles...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION ....................... 4 PACKING LIST ..........................4 OPTIONS ............................4 INSTALLATION NOTE ........................5 GETTING STARTED ......................... 6 ABOUT VHF RADIO ......................6 SELECTING AN ANTENNA ....................6 COAXIAL CABLE ........................7 INSTALLATION ..........................8 LOCATION ..........................8 MOUNTING THE RADIO ......................
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS 9.5.5 Receiving an Individual Call ..................47 CALL WAITING DIRECTORY ....................47 9.6.1 Enabling the Call Waiting Feature ................47 9.6.2 Reviewing Received Calls Logged into the Call Waiting Directory ...... 48 9.6.3 To Delete the Received Log From the “DSC Log” Directory ....... 48 GROUP CALL ........................

  • Page 4: General Information

    1 GENERAL INFORMATION The Vertex Standard GX3000E is a VHF/FM transceiver designed for use in the frequency range of 156.025 to 163.275 MHz. The GX3000E can be oper- ated from 11 to 16 VDC and has a switchable RF output power of 1 watt or 25 watts.

  • Page 5: Installation Note

    4 INSTALLATION NOTE The installation of this equipment should be made in such a manner as to re- spect the EC recommended electromagnetic field exposure limits (1999/519/ EC). The maximum RF power available from this device is 25 watts. The antenna should be installed as high as possible for maximum efficiency and that this installation height should be at least 5 meters above ground (or accessible) level.

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    5 GETTING STARTED 5.1 ABOUT VHF RADIO The radio frequencies used in the VHF marine band lie between 156 and 158 MHz with some shore stations available between 161 and 163 MHz. The ma- rine VHF band provides communications over distances that are essentially “line of sight”...

  • Page 7: Coaxial Cable

    5.3 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 con- struction. 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 should be used for cable runs over 15 m RG213 should be used.

  • Page 8: Installation

    6 INSTALLATION 6.1 LOCATION The radio can be mounted at any angle. Choose a mounting location that: • keeps the radio and microphone at least 1 m away from your vessel’s magnetic navigation compass • provides accessibility to the front panel controls •...

  • Page 9: Optional Mmb-84 Flush Mount Bracket

    6.2.2 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 10: Electrical Connections

    6.3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CAUTION Reverse polarity connections will damage the radio! Connect the power cord and antenna to the radio. Antenna and Power Supply connections are as follows: 1. Mount the antenna at least 1 m away from the radio. At the rear of the radio, connect the antenna cable.

  • Page 11: Accessory Cable

    GX3000E can read NMEA-0183 version 2.0 or higher. • The NMEA supported sentences are: Input: GLL, GGA, RMC and GNS (RMC sentence is recommended) Output: DSC and DSE (DSC sentences to Standard Horizon Plotter for Position Polling) GX3000E Page 11...

  • Page 12: Checking Gps Connections

    6.5 CHECKING GPS CONNECTIONS After connections have been made between the GX3000E and the GPS, a small satellite icon will appear on the top right corner of the LCD display. To see the additional GPS information, press and hold the [ H/L ( NAV )] key. The GX3000E shows the Date, Time, SOG and COG.

  • Page 13: Changing The Time Location

    6.7 CHANGING THE TIME LOCATION Sets the radio to show UTC time or local time with the offset inputted in section 7.5 Changing the GPS Time. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup ”...

  • Page 14: Changing Cog To True Or Magnetic

    6.8 CHANGING COG TO TRUE OR MAGNETIC Allows customising the NAV data showing GPS Course Over Ground (COG). Factory default is True however following the steps below the COG can be changed to Magnetic. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “...

  • Page 15: Receiver Audio Tone Control

    6.9 RECEIVER AUDIO TONE CONTROL Allows the treble and bass of the speaker audio to be adjusted for the best acoustics in noisy environments. The effect is similar to adjusting the treble and bass controls on a stereo. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “...

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

    6.10 OPTIONAL ENHANCED RAM+ SECOND STATION MIC AND/OR VH-310 HANDSET INSTALLATION The GX3000E is capable of using up to 2 Enhanced RAM+ mics or VH-310 handsets to remotely control the Radio, DSC, and Distress functions. In addi- tion the GX3000E can operate as a full function intercom system when either the RAM+ or VH-310 is connected.
  • Page 17 Remote Mic or External Speaker Selection By default the RAM+ or VH-310 Handset internal speaker is turned on, how- ever using the RAM+ mic (or VH-310 Handset) this speaker can be turned off so the external speaker can be used. RAM+ mic procedure 1.

  • Page 18: Controls And Indicators

    7 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS NOTE This section defines each control of the transceiver. See Figures for lo- cation of controls. For detailed operating instructions refer to section “8 BASIC OPERATION.” POWER SWITCH / VOLUME CONTROL ( VOL/PWR ) Turns the transceiver on and off as well as adjusts the audio volume. Press and hold this knob for one second to turn the radio on.
  • Page 19 KEYPAD [ 16/9 ] Key Immediately recalls channel 16 from any channel location and automati- cally selects high power. Pressing the [16/9] key again reverts to the previous selected working channel. Secondary use Press and hold the [ 16/9 ] key then press the [ WX ] key to switch between the USA, Canadian and International Channel Groups.
  • Page 20 [ H/L ( NAV )] Key Press this key to toggle the transmit output power between 25 W (High) and 1 W (Low) power. When the [ H/L ( NAV )] key is pressed while the transceiver is on channel 13 or 67, the power will temporarily switch from LO to HI power until the PTT is released.
  • Page 21 ANTENNA JACK Connects an antenna to the transceiver. Use a marine VHF antenna with an impedance of 50 ohms. REMOTE MIC CONNECTORS Connects the GX3000E to the enhanced RAM+ MIC (Remote Access Mi- crophone) or the VH-310 Handset. Refer to section “11 ENHANCED RAM+ MIC OPERATION”...
  • Page 22 PTT (Push-To-Talk) SWITCH Keys the transmitter when the transceiver is in radio mode. If the transceiver is in the intercom mode (between the CMP25 RAM+ or VH-310 Headset and the GX3000E), or PA mode, it activates the GX3000E microphone for voice communications.
  • Page 23 MEMO GX3000E Page 23...

  • Page 24: Basic Operation

    8 BASIC OPERATION 8.1 RECEPTION 1. After the transceiver has been installed, ensure that the power supply and antenna are properly connected. 2. Press and hold the VOL/PWR knob until the radio turns on. 3. Turn the SQL knob fully counterclockwise. This state is known as “squelch off”. 4.

  • Page 25: Simplex/Duplex Channel Use

    8.4 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE Refer to the VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART (page 91) 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 26: Noaa Weather Alert Testing

    details). 3. The programmed NOAA weather channels will be scanned along with the regular-programmed channels. However, scanning will not stop on a nor- mal weather broadcast unless a NOAA alert is received. 4. When an alert is received on a NOAA weather channel, scanning will stop and the transceiver will emit a loud beep to alert the user of a NOAA broadcast.

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

    8.8 CALLING ANOTHER VESSEL ( CHANNEL 16 OR 9 ) Channel 16 may be used for initial contact (hailing) with another vessel. However, its most important use is for emergency and distress messages. This channel must be monitored at all times except when actually using another channel.

  • Page 28: Operating On Channels 13 And 67

    amples for USA use are Channels 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 84, 85, 86, and 87. Call the marine operator and identify yourself by your vessel’s name, The marine operator will then ask you how you will pay for the call (telephone credit card, collect, etc.) and then link your radio transmission to the telephone lines.

  • Page 29: Scanning

    8.12 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. “Prior- ity scan” scans the channels programmed in memory with the priority channel. 8.12.1 Selecting the Scan Type 1.

  • Page 30: Priority Scanning P-Scan

    8.12.3 Priority Scanning P-SCAN In the default setting, Channel 16 is set as the priority channel. You may change the priority channel to the desired channel from the Channel 16 by the Radio Setup Mode, refer to section “10.6 PRIORITY CHANNEL SET.” 1.

  • Page 31: Fog / Pa Operation

    8.13 PA/FOG OPERATION PA/FOG mode allows the transceiver to be used as a 30W hailer when an optional STANDARD HORIZON 220SW or 240SW PA horn speaker is installed. When in Hail mode the PA speaker Listen’s Back (acts as a microphone and amplifies sound to the front panel speaker) through the PA horn speaker which provides two-way communications through the PA horn speaker.

  • Page 32: Navigation Indication

    switch to activate the tone through the HAIL/PA speaker. Rotate the CHANNEL selector knob to control the AF output level. The AF output level can be set from 0 to 30 watts. 6. To exit the FOG HORN mode, press the [ PA/FOG ] or [ CLR ] key. 8.14 NAVIGATION INDICATION The transceiver has the ability to display Time, SOG, COG, as well as the posi- tion (LAT/LON), when connected to a GPS receiver.

  • Page 33: Communication

    8.15.1 Communication 1. Press and hold the [ DW ( IC )] key, the mode is changed to “INTERCOM” mode. 2. If your GX3000E is equipped with two CMP25 RAM+ Mic’s (or VH-310 Handset), select the companion you Ram1 Ram2 wish to communicate ( , or ) with the...

  • Page 34: Voice Scrambler

    8.16 VOICE SCRAMBLER If privacy of communications is desired, a CVS2500 voice scrambler (VS) can be installed in the transceiver. Contact your Dealer to have a CVS2500 installed. Refer to the section 10.11 VOICE SCRAMBLER to program the voice scram- bler.

  • Page 35: Digital Selective Calling

    9 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING 9.1 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 36: Programming The Mmsi

    9.2.2 Programming the MMSI WARNING A user MMSI can be input only once. If the user tries to input an MMSI more than once the radio will show the display on the right. Therefore please be careful not to input the incorrect MMSI number.

  • Page 37: Dsc Distress Alert

    9.3 DSC DISTRESS ALERT The GX3000E is capable of transmitting and receiving DSC Distress messages to all DSC radios. The GX3000E may be connected to a GPS to also transmit the Latitude and Longitude of the vessel. 10.3.1 Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert NOTE To be able to transmit a DSC Distress Alert an MMSI number must be programmed, refer to section “9.2.2 Programming the MMSI.”...
  • Page 38 Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert with Nature of Distress The GX3000E is capable of transmitting a DSC Distress Alert 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 DISTRESS the [DISTRESS] key.

  • Page 39: Receiving A Dsc Distress Alert

    9.3.2 Receiving a DSC Distress Alert 1. When a DSC Distress Alert is received, an emer- gency alarm sounds. Then channel 16 is automatically selected. 2. Press any key to stop the alarm. 3. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to change the dis- play to show the position of the vessel in distress.

  • Page 40: All Ships Call

    7. When “Manual” is selected at the previous step, en- ter the MMSI number (nine digits) to which you want to send (relay) the received Distress Alert. To do this, turn the CHANNEL selector knob to scroll through numbers “0-9,” the press the [ ENT ] key to move the entry location to the right.

  • Page 41: Receiving An All Ships Call

    5. Press the [ ENT ] key to transmit the selected type of all ships DSC call. 6. After the ALL SHIPS CALL is transmitted, the trans- ceiver will switch to CH16. 7. Listen to the channel to make sure it is not busy, then key the microphone and say PAN PAN PAN or “Securite, Securite, Securite”...

  • Page 42: Individual Call

    9.5 INDIVIDUAL CALL This feature allows the GX3000E 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 43: Setting Up Individual Ringer

    Repeat this procedure until all nine spaces of the MMSI number are en- tered. 11. If a mistake was made entering in the name or the MMSI number repeat pressing the [ H/L ( NAV )] key until the wrong character is selected, then move the channel knob to correct the entry.

  • Page 44: Setting Up Individual / Group Call Ringer

    9.5.3 Setting up the Individual/Group Call Ringer When a Individual Call or Group 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 “Radio Setup”...

  • Page 45: Transmitting An Individual Call

    9.5.4 Transmitting an Individual Call This feature allows the user to contact another vessel with a DSC radio. This feature is similar to calling a vessel on CH16 and requesting to go to another channel. Pre-Programmable Calling 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key. The “DSC Operation” menu will appear.
  • Page 46 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 Operation” menu will appear. 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “Indi- vidual.”...

  • Page 47: Receiving An Individual Call

    13. 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. 9.5.5 Receiving an Individual Call When the GX3000E receives a individual call, by default the GX3000E auto- matically transmits a acknowledgement before switching to the requested chan- nel.

  • Page 48: Reviewing Received Calls Logged Into The Call Waiting Directory

    9.6.2 Reviewing Received Calls Logged into the Call Waiting Directory 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key. The “ DSC Operation ” menu will appear. DSC Log 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ ” menu. 3.

  • Page 49: Group Call

    9.7 GROUP CALL This feature allows the user to contact a group of specific vessels (example members of a yacht club) with a group MMSI number using the Group call function to automatically switch to a desired channel for voice communications. 9.7.1 Setting up a Group Call For this function to operate the same Group MMSI must be programmed into all the DSC VHF radios within the group of vessels that will be using this fea-...

  • Page 50: Transmitting A Group Call

    11. If a mistake was made entering in the name or the MMSI number repeat pressing the [ H/L ( NAV )] key until the wrong charac- ter is selected, then move the channel knob to cor- rect the entry. 12.
  • Page 51 Manual Calling You may enter a Group MMSI number manually to contact without the Setting up the Group call number. 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key. The “ DSC Operation ” menu will appear. 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ Group .”...

  • Page 52: Receiving A Group Call

    9.7.3 Receiving a Group Call 1. When a group call is received, the GX3000E 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 53: Position Request

    GX3000E. Standard Horizon has taken this feature one step further, if any Standard Hori- zon GPS is connected to the GX3000E, 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 54: Transmitting A Position Request To Another Vessel

    The GX3000E has the capability to turn off the Position Request ringer. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “Radio Setup” menu appears. 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “DSC Setup” menu. 3.
  • Page 55 NOTE If the GX3000E 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. 1.

  • Page 56: Receiving A Position Request

    9.8.3 Receiving a Position Request When a position request call is received from another vessel, a ringing alarm will sound and POS REQUEST will be shown in the LCD. Operation and trans- POS Reply DSC Setup ceiver function differs depending on “ ”...

  • Page 57: Position Send

    9.9 POSITION SEND 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 58: Receiving A Dsc Position Send Call

    2. Press the [ 16/9 ] key to stop ringing 3. The position from the calling vessel will be shown on the display of the radio and also transferred to any Standard Horizon GPS Chart plotter if con- nected. NOTE When there is an unread DSC Position Send Call, the “DSC”...

  • Page 59: Dsc Transmission Test

    9.10 DSC TRANSMISSION TEST 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key. The “DSC Operation” menu will appear. 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “DSC Test” menu. 3. Press the [ ENT ] key, then select the station (name or MMSI number) to be sent the test signal with the CHANNEL selector knob.

  • Page 60: Manual Inputting Gps Location (Lat/Lon)

    9.11 MANUAL INPUTTING GPS LOCATION ( LAT/LON ) You may send the Latitude/Longitude of your vessel manually even if the GX3000E 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 61: Radio Setup Mode

    10 RADIO SETUP NOTE The optional CMP25 RAM+ mic and VH-310 Handset can also change the RADIO SETUP menu. Refer to page 76 (RAM+ mic) and page 85 (VH-310) for details. 10.1 LAMP ADJUSTING Allows setting up the backlight intensity or to turn it off. 1.

  • Page 62: Time Offset

    10.3 TIME OFFSET From the Factory the GX3000E 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 63: Time Location

    10.4 TIME LOCATION This selection selects the time display between local time and UTC (time GPS sends to radio). Time is displayed when GPS position (LAT/LON) is displayed by pressing and holding the [ H/L ( NAV )] key. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “...

  • Page 64: Priority Channel Set

    10.6 PRIORITY CHANNEL SET Allows selection of the priority channel when priority scan is enabled. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup ” menu appears. 2. Press the [ ENT ] key, then select “ Priority CH ”...

  • Page 65: Scan Resume Time

    10.8 SCAN RESUME TIME This selection is used to select the time the GX3000E waits after a transmis- sion ends before starting scanning. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup ” menu appears. 2.

  • Page 66: Wx Alert

    10.10 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 “ Radio Setup ” menu appears. 2. Press the [ ENT ] key, then select “ WX Alert ”...

  • Page 67: Channel Name Change

    10.12 CHANNEL NAME CHANGE This selection allows you to customise the name of a channel from the default name. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup ” menu appears. 2. Press the [ ENT ] key, then select “ CH Name ”...

  • Page 68: Naming The Radio Or Second Station Mic Or Handest

    10.13 NAMING THE RADIO OR SECOND STATION MIC OR HANDSET This function allows you to change the name of the RADIO or second station microphones. Example: “RADIO - CABIN,” “RAM1 - HELM,” “RAM2 - FLYBRIDGE.” 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “...

  • Page 69: Fog Alert Tone Frequency

    10.14 FOG ALERT TONE FREQUENCY This selection allows you to select the Alert Tone Frequency for the PA/FOG Operation. Available selections are “200 Hz” through “850 Hz” in 50 Hz steps. The default Alert Tone Frequency is 400 Hz. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “...

  • Page 70: Enhanced Ram+ Mic Operation

    11 ENHANCED RAM+ MIC OPERATION When the RAM+ microphone is connected to the GX3000E, most VHF, DSC, and setup menus can be remotely operated. The RAM+ Mic is supplied with 7 m of routing cable and can be extended up to 21 m using three 7 m extension cables model CT-100.
  • Page 71 POWER SWITCH ( PWR ) Press and hold down this key to turn to the transceiver and RAM+ Mic on and off. PTT ( Push-To-Talk ) SWITCH Activates transmission. [ H/L ] KEY Toggles between high and low power. When the [ H/L ] key is pressed while the transceiver is on channel 13 or 67, the power will temporarily switch from LO to HI power until the PTT is released.
  • Page 72 [ DW ( IC )] Key Watches for a transmission on CH16 and another selected channel until either signal is received. (Dual watch) Secondary use Press and hold [ DW ( IC )] key, intercom operation will operate between radio and RAM+ Mic. [ NAV ] Key Press this key, when connected to the GPS receiver, the LCD displays Position Data and Time from the GPS.

  • Page 73: Fog / Pa Operation

    11.2 PA/FOG OPERATION The RAM+ is capable of controlling the 30W Public address, 4 fog horns, bells and whistles. 11.2.1 Operating the PA / Hailer 1. Press and hold the [ NAV ] key then select “ PUBLIC ADRESS ” with the [ ] or [ ] key.

  • Page 74: Intercom Operation

    11.3 INTERCOM OPERATION 11.3.1 Communication 1. Press and hold the [ DW ( IC )] key while in “RADIO” mode, the mode is changed to “INTERCOM” mode. 2. If your GX3000E is equipped with two RAM+ Mic’s (or VH- 310 Handset), select the companion with which you wish to ) with the [ ] or [ ] keys, RADIO communicate (...

  • Page 75: Manual Inputting Of The Gps Location (Lat/Lon)

    11.4 MANUAL INPUTTING OF THE GPS LOCATION ( LAT/LON ) You may send the Latitude/Longitude of your vessel manually from the RAM+ Mic even if the GX3000E 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 76: Dsc/Radio Setup Mode

    11.5 DSC/RADIO SETUP MODE The RAM+ can access the DSC / RADIO setup menu (refer to section “9 DIGI- TAL SELECTIVE CALLING” and section “10 RADIO SETUP MODE” for de- tails). The LAMP CONTRAST , and KEY BEEP menu item accessed from the RAM+ only controls the RAM+’s display and speaker.

  • Page 77: Changing Gps Information To Vessel Position Or Cog

    11.5.1 Changing GPS Information to Vessel Position or COG Allows customising of the NAV data showing GPS Information. Factory default is “Your Vessel’s Current Position,” however, following the steps below the GPS Information can be changed to “Course Over Ground (COG).” 1.

  • Page 78: Vh-310 Handset Operation

    12 VH-310 HANDSET OPERATION When the VH-310 HANDSET is connected to the GX3000E, most VHF, DSC, and setup menus can be remotely operated. The VH-310 HANDSET is supplied with 7 m of routing cable and can be extended up to 21 m using three 7 m extension cables model CT-100.
  • Page 79 [ SQL ] key Activates the squelch adjusting mode. Press this key to activate the squelch adjusting mode. Press the [ ] or [ ] key to adjust the squelch. [ CALL ( MENU )] key The [ CALL ( MENU )] key functions as the enter key. Secondary use Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key to access the DSC OPERATION menu.
  • Page 80 KEYPAD [ 1 ( DIM )] key When in radio mode, this key is used to directly select digit “1” in a chan- nel number. Secondary use Press the [ F ] key first then press the [ 1 ( DIM )] key to access the LCD Dimmer menu.
  • Page 81 [ 6 ( NAV )] Key When in radio mode, this key is used to directly select digit “6” in a chan- nel number. Secondary use Press the [ F ] key first then press the [ 6 ( NAV )] key, the LCD will display NAV GPS Data, Time, SOG (Speed Over Ground), and COG (Course Over Ground) when a GPS is connected to the accessory cable of the GX3000E.

  • Page 82: Fog / Pa Operation

    12.2 PA/FOG OPERATION The VH-310 Handset is capable of controlling the 30W Public address, 4 fog horns, bells and whistles. 12.2.1 Operating the PA / Hailer 1. Press the [ F ] key followed by the [ 8 ( PA )] key, activate the “PA / HAIL”...

  • Page 83: Intercom Operation

    12.3 INTERCOM OPERATION 12.3.1 Communication 1. Press the [ F ] key followed by the [ 5 ( IC )] key, the mode is changed to “INTERCOM” mode. 2. If your GX3000E is equipped with two RAM+ Mic’s (or VH- 310 Handset), select the companion you wish to communi- ) with the [ ] or [ ] keys, then RADIO...

  • Page 84: Manual Inputting Of The Gps Location (Lat/Lon)

    12.4 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 GX3000E 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 85: Dsc/Radio Setup Mode

    12.5 DSC/RADIO SETUP MODE The VH-310 Handset can access the DSC / RADIO setup menu (refer to sec- tion “9 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING” and section “10 RADIO SETUP MODE” for details). The CONTRAST NAV DISPLAY KEY BEEP , and AF SELECT menu item accessed from the VH-310 Handset only controls the VH-310 Handset’s display and speaker.

  • Page 86: Changing Gps Information To Vessel Position Or Cog

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

  • Page 87: Fog Horn Timing Chart

    13 FOG HORN TIMING CHART The fog horn function sounds a horn repeatedly until the function is turned off. TYPE PATTERN USAGE UNDERWAY One 5-second blasts every 120 seconds. Motor vessel underway and making way. Listen Back 120s STOP Two 5-second blasts (separated by 2 Motor vessel underway but seconds) every 120 seconds.

  • Page 88: 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 89: Troubleshooting Chart

    14.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY Transceiver fails to No DC voltage to the a. Check the 12VDC battery connections and power up. transceiver, or blown the fuse. fuse. b. The PWR key needs to be pressed and held to turn the radio on.

  • Page 90: Channel Assignments

    15 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 91 6. Marine vessels equipped with VHF radios are required to monitor Channel 16. 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 US Government only, Coast Guard...
  • Page 92 VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CHANNEL USE D 157.150 161.750 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 157.150 U.S. Government Only D 157.200 161.800 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) D 157.250 161.850 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) D 157.300 161.900 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) D 157.350 161.950 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) D 157.400 162.000 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) D 156.025 160.625 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) D 156.075 160.675 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),...
  • Page 93 VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CHANNEL USE 156.775 Port Operations (Inter-ship only) (1W) 156.825 Port Operations (Inter-ship only) (1W) 156.875 Port Operations (Inter-ship only) (1W) 156.875 Port Operations (Inter-ship only) D 156.925 161.525 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship-movement 156.925 Non-commercial (Recreational) D 156.975 161.575 Port operation and Ship movement 156.975...

  • Page 94: 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 ......................0.5 A Receive ......................1.5 A Transmit ..................

  • Page 95: Appendix

    We, Yaesu Europe B.V. declare under our sole responsibility that the following equipment complies with the essential requirements of the Directive 1999/5/EC. Type of Equipment: VHF Transceiver Brand Name: STANDARD HORIZON Model Number: GX3000E Manufacturer: Vertex Standard Co., Ltd. Address of Manufacturer:...
  • Page 96 VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD. Copyright 2006 4-8-8 Nakameguro, Meguro-Ku, Tokyo 153-8644, Japan VERTEX STANDARD VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD. US Headquarters All rights reserved. 10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A. YAESU EUROPE B.V. No portion of this manual P.O. Box 75525, 1118 ZN Schiphol, The Netherlands may be reproduced YAESU UK LTD.

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