EXPLORER GX1600 25 Watt VHF/FM Marine Transceiver Owner's Manual Ultra slim and compact rear case design (3.5” depth) Meets ITU-R M493-13 Class D DSC (Digital Selective Calling) Oversized full dot matrix display Automatically poll the GPS position of up to 4 ships using DSC Enter, Save, and Navigate to Waypoints with the Compass page GPS information(LAT/LON, SOG, and COG) information shown on the LCD Submersible JIS-8 1.5M (4.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Quick Reference Guide ............................................................................................ 4 1 GENERAL INFORMATION ................................................................................ 5 2 PACKING LIST ................................................................................................... 5 3 OPTIONS .............................................................................................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS 10 GENERAL SETUP ........................................................................................... 69 10.1 DISPLAY ............................................................................................ 69 10.2 DIMMER ADJUSTING ....................................................................... 70 10.3 CONTRAST ....................................................................................... 70 10.4 TIME OFFSET ......................................................
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE This transceiver is equipped with the E2O (Easy-To-Operate) system. You can do the basic operation in numerical order of the illustration below. Press and hold the button to turn on or off the radio. Rotate the VOL knob to adjust the speaker audio volume. Press the / (or microphones / ) button to selects the operating channel. Move the SQL knob clockwise to squelch or counter clockwise un-squelch the radio.
1 GENERAL INFORMATION The STANDARD HORIZON EXPLOPER GX1600 Marine VHF/FM Marine transceiver is capable of ITU-R 493-13 DSC (Digital Selective Calling) Class D operation. Class D operation allows continuous receiving of Digital Selective Calling functions on channel 70 even if the radio is receiving a call. The GX1600 VHF operate on all currently-allocated marine channels which are switchable for use with USA, International, or Canadian regulations.
4 ON-LINE WARRANTY REGISTRATION (in USA or Canada only) Please visit www.standardhorizon.com to register the GX1600 Marine VHF. It should be noted that visiting the Web site from time to time may be beneficial to you, as new products are released they will appear on the STANDARD HORIZON Web site.
5 GETTING STARTED 5.1 PROHIBITED COMMUNICATIONS The FCC prohibits the following communications: • False distress or emergency messages: • Messages to “any boat” except in emergencies and radio tests; • Messages to or from a vessel on land; • Transmission while on land; • Obscene, indecent, or profane language (potential fine of $10,000). 5.2 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.
5.4 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 or RG213/U should be used for cable runs over 50 feet RG-8X should be used. For installation of the connector onto the coaxial cable refer to the figure below.
7. Estimate the present seaworthiness and condition of your vessel. 8. Give your vessel’s description: length, design (power or sail), color and other distinguishing marks. The total transmission should not exceed 1 minute. 9. End the message by saying “OVER”. Release the microphone button and listen. 10. If there is no answer, repeat the above procedure. If there is still no response, try another channel.
After a transmission, say “over,” and release the microphone’s push-to-talk (PTT) switch. When all communication with the other vessel is completed, end the last transmission by stating your Call Sign and the word “out.” Note that it is not necessary to state your Call Sign with each transmission, only at the beginning 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. 5.
The Automated Radio Check Service is currently available in the areas listed below. West Coast Sea Tow Newport/LA - Ch. 27 Sea Tow San Diego - Ch. 27 Northeast Sea Tow Portland-Midcoast (Maine) - Ch. 27 Sea Tow Boston - Ch. 27 Sea Tow South Shore (Mass.) - Ch. 28 Sea Tow Rhode Island - Ch. 24 Sea Tow Eastern Long Island - Ch. 27 Sea Tow Huntington (N.Y.) - Ch. 27 Sea Tow Manasquan (N.J.) - Ch. 28 Mid-Atlantic Sea Tow Northern Chesapeake (Md.) - Ch. 28 Sea Tow Central Chesapeake (Md.) - Ch.
6 INSTALLATION 6.1 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 distance of 0.89 m (2.92 feet). Failure to observe these restrictions will result in exceeding the FCC RF exposure limits. Antenna Installation: The antenna must be located at least 0.
6.3 MOUNTING THE RADIO 6.3.1 Supplied Mounting Bracket The supplied mounting bracket allows overhead or desktop mounting. Use a 13/64” (5.2 mm) bit to drill the holes to a surface which is more 0.4 inch (10 mm) thick and can support more than 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg) and secure the bracket with the supplied screws, spring washers, flat washers, and nuts. DESKTOP MOUNTING OVERHEAD MOUNTING 6.3.2 Optional MMB-97 Flush Mount Bracket 1.
6.4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CAUTION Reverse polarity battery 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 3 feet (1 m) away from the radio. At the rear of the radio, connect the antenna cable. The antenna cable must have a PL259 connector attached. RG-8/U coaxial cable must be used if the antenna is 25 feet (7.6 m) or more from the radio.
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6.6 CHECKING GPS CONNECTIONS After connections have been made between the GX1600 and the GPS, a small satellite icon will appear on the top right corner of the display and your current location (Latitude/Longitude) is shown on the display. NOTE If there is a problem with the NMEA connection between the radio and the GPS, the GPS icon will blink continuously until the connection is corrected. 6.
6.8 CHANGING THE TIME AREA This menu selection allows the radio to show UTC time or local time with the offset. 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears, then select “GENERAL SETUP” with the / key. 2. Press the soft key, then press the / key to “TIME AREA”. 3. Press the soft key. 4. Press the / key to select “UTC” or “LOCAL”. 5. Press the soft key to store the selected setting. 6. Press the soft key several times to return to radio operation. 6.
6.10 CHANGING COG TO TRUE OR MAGNETIC Allows the GPS Course Over Ground to be selected to show in True or Magnetic. Factory default is True however by following the steps below the COG can be changed to Magnetic. 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears, then select “GENERAL SETUP” with the / key. 2. Press the soft key, then press the / key to select “MAGNETIC”. 3. Press the soft key. 4. Press the / key to select “MAGNETIC” or “TRUE”. 5. Press the soft key to store the selected setting. 6.
5. Referring to illustration below, make a 1.2” (30 mm) hole in the wall, then insert the Extension Cable into this hole. Connect the Gasket and Mount Base to the Extension Cable Connector using the Nut. 6. Drill the four Screw holes (approx. 2 mm) on the wall, then install the Mounting Base to the wall using four screws. 7. Put the Rubber Cap on to the Nut. The installation is now complete.
6.11.1 Connecting an External Speaker to the RAM3 Mic Cable In noisy locations and optional external speaker may be connected to the white speaker wires on the RAM3 routing cable. The RAM3 can drive the internal speaker or the external speaker one at a time. When connecting an external speaker, follow the procedure below to turn off the RAM3 audio and enable the external speaker wires on the RAM3 routing cable. 1.
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7 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS NOTE This section defines each control of the transceiver. For operating instructions refer to section “8 BASIC OPERATION”. 7.1 FRONT PANEL / Key The / keys are used to select channels and to choose menu items (such as the DSC menu, Radio Setup and DSC Setup menu). / keys on the microphone can also be used to select channels and menu items. SECONDARY USE While holding down the soft key and pressing / key, you can confirm memory channels that have been programmed for scanning.
Key Used to send a DSC Distress Alert. To transmit a Distress Alert refer to section “9.3.1 Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert”. VOL Knob (Volume Control Knob) Adjusts the audio volume level. Turn this knob clockwise to increase the audio volume level. SECONDARY USE When a RAM3 is connected and intercom mode is selected, controls the listen volume. Key Press this key to select the Preset Memory Bank, “P SET” will be shown on the display. To exit Preset Memory bank, press the key again or press the key.
7.2 REAR PANEL RAM3 Connector (Remote Station Microphone Connector) Connects the GX1600 to the RAM3 (CMP30) Remote Station Microphone. Refer to section “14 RAM3 (CMP30) REMOTE MIC OPERATION” for details DC Input Cable Connects the radio to a DC power supply capable of delivering 11 to 16V DC. Accessory Connection Cable (Green, Blue, Gray, & Brown) Connects the GX1600 to a GPS receiver. Refer to section “6.5 ACCESSORY CABLE”. External Speaker Connection Cable (White & Shield) an external speaker.
7.3 MICROPHONE PTT (Push-To-Talk) Switch When in radio mode and the PTT switch pressed, the transmitter is enabled for voice communications to another vessel. When a optional RAM3 second station microphone is connected and intercom mode is selected, pressing the PTT switch enables voice communications from the GX1600 to the RAM3 second station microphone. / Keys The and keys on the microphone function the same as the of the transceiver.
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 key until the radio turns on. 3. Rotate the SQL knob fully counterclockwise until “ ” is shown on the display. This state is known as “unsquelched”. 4. Rotate the VOL knob until noise or audio from the speaker is at a comfortable level. 5. Rotate the SQL knob clockwise until the random noise disappears and the “ ” icon is turned off.
8.4 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE Refer to section “16 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS” for instructions on use of simplex and duplex channels. NOTE All channels are factory-programmed in accordance with FCC (USA), Industry Canada (Canada), and International regulations. Mode of operation cannot be altered from simplex to duplex or vice-versa. 8.
8.6 USA, CANADA, AND INTERNATIONAL MODE To change the channel group from USA to Canada or International: 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears. 2. Press the / key to select “CH FUNCTION SETUP”. 3. Press the soft key, then press the / key to select “CH GROUP”. 4. Press the soft key. 5. Press the / key to select desired channel group “USA”, “INTL”, or “CANADA”. 6. Press the soft key to store the selected setting. soft key several times to return to radio operation. 7. Press the 8.
NOTE If a key is not pressed the alert will sound for 5 minutes and then the weather report will be received. NOTE While listening to a weather channel, the radio can decode a weather alert and sound an alarm. 8.7.2 NOAA Weather Alert Testing NOAA tests the alert system ever Wednesday between 11AM and 1PM. To test the GX1600’s NOAA Weather feature, on Wednesday between 11AM and 1PM, setup as in section “8.7.1 NOAA Weather Alert” and confirm the alert is heard. 8.
8.9 SCANNING Allows the user to select the scan type from Memory scan or Priority scan. “Memory scan” scans the channels that were programmed into memory. “Priority scan” scans the channels programmed in memory with the priority channel. 8.9.1 Scan Type Selection 1. Press and hold down key until “Setup Menu” appears. 2. Press the / key to select “CH FUNCTION SETUP”. 3. Press the soft key, then press the / key to select “SCAN TYPE”. 4. Press the soft key. 5.
8.9.3 Memory Scanning (M-SCAN) 1. Adjust the SQL knob until background noise disappears. soft 2. Press the one of the Soft keys momentarily, then press the key. “M-SCAN” appears on the display. Scanning will proceed from the lowest to the highest programmed channel number and Preset channel (described in the next chapter) and will stop on a channel when a transmission is received. 3. The channel number will blink during reception. 4. To stop scanning, press the key. 8.9.
8.10 PRESET CHANNELS (0 ~ 9): INSTANT ACCESS 10 Preset Channels can be programmed for instant access. Pressing the key activates the preset channel bank. If the key is pressed and no channels have been assigned, an alert beep will be emitted from the speaker. 8.10.1 Preset Channel Programming 1. Press the / key to select the channel to be programmed. 2. Press and hold the key until the channel number is blinking. / key to select the desired Pre3.
8.11 INTERCOM OPERATION An optional RAM3 (CMP30) must be connected to perform intercom functions between the radio and the RAM3 (CMP30). In addition, To access the following Intercom functions one of the soft keys must be setup as . Refer to section “10.11 SOFT KEYS. 8.11.1 Communication 1. Press the one of the Soft keys momentarily, then press the soft key to enable the intercom mode. Note: Depending on the programming of the soft key, the soft key may have to be pressed to see the soft key. 2.
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 shorebased VHF marine channel 70 distress and safety watch system. The range of signal may vary but under normal conditions should be approximately 20 nautical miles. NOTE A DSC Warning sticker is included with the GX1600.
How can I obtain an MMSI assignment? In the USA, visit the following websites to register: http://www.boatus.com/mmsi/ or http://seatow.com/boating_safety/mmsi.asp In the Canada, visit http://www.ic.gc.ca/epic/site/smt-gst.nsf/en/sf01032e.html or http://www.usps.org/php/mmsi/rules.php 9.2.2 Programming the MMSI WARNING A user MMSI can be inputted only once. Therefore please be careful not to input the incorrect MMSI number.
9.3 DSC DISTRESS ALERT The GX1600 is capable of transmitting and receiving DSC Distress messages with your vessels position when connected to a GPS with NMEA 0183 output. Refer to section “6.5 ACCESSORY CABLE”. 9.3.1 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.” In order for your ships location to be transmitted a GPS must be connected to the GX1600, refer to section “6.
9.3.1.1 Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert with Nature of Distress The GX1600 is capable of transmitting a DSC Distress Alert with the following “Nature of Distress” categories you may have: Undesignated, Fire, Flooding, Collision, Grounding, Capsizing, Sinking, Adrift, Abandoning, Piracy, MOB 1. Lift the red spring loaded DISTRESS cover and press the key. The “DISTRESS ALERT” menu will appear on the display. 2. Press the soft key, then press the / key to select the desired nature of distress category. 3.
9.3.1.2 Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert by Manually Entering a Position When the GX1600 is not connected to a GPS receiver or the GPS has a problem, you may input the latitude/longitude of your vessel manually and may send DSC Distress Alert. 1. Lift the red spring loaded DISTRESS cover and press the key. The “DISTRESS ALERT” menu will appear on the display. 2. Press the soft key. 3. Enter the latitude/longitude of your vessel and your local UTC time in the 24-hour notation.
9.3.1.3 Pausing a DSC Distress Call After a DSC Distress call is transmitted, the DSC distress call is repeated every 4 minutes until the call is canceled by the user or until the radio is turned on and off again. The GX1600 has provision to suspend (Pause) the retransmitting of the distress call by the procedure below. 1. After the distress call is transmitted, the radio will show the top display to the right.
cursor by pressing the soft key). / 5. The ID is the MMSI from the vessel in distress. 6. When you are finished entering the waypoint name, press and hold the soft key to replace the display to the “WAYPOINT” Screen. The display indicates the distance and direction of the vessel in distress by a dot ( ). 7. To stop navigating to a waypoint, press the one of the Soft keys, then press the soft key. The radio is switched to Normal Mode.
9.4 ALL SHIPS CALL The All Ships Call function allows contact to be established with DSC equipped vessels without having their MMSI in the individual calling 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 distress situation. This call is the same as saying PAN PAN PAN on channel 16.
9.4.2 Receiving an All Ships Call 1. When an all ships call is received, an emergency alarm will sound. The display shows the MMSI of the vessel transmitting the All Ships Call and the radio will change to the requested channel after 10 seconds. 2. Press any key to stop the alarm. 3. Monitor the requested channel until the ALL SHIPs voice communication is completed. On the display you will notice 3 soft key selections. These selections are described below: a. : Accept to auto switching to Channel 16.
9.5 INDIVIDUAL CALL This feature allows the GX1600 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). Up to 80 Individual contacts may be programmed. 9.5.
10. Press the / key to scroll through numbers, 0-9. To enter the desired number and move one space to the right by pressing the soft key. Repeat this procedure until all nine space of the MMSI number are entered. 11. If a mistake was made entering in the MMSI number repeat pressing the soft key until the wrong number is selected, then press the / key to correct the entry. 12. To store the data entered, press and hold the soft key. 13. To enter another individual address, repeat steps 5 through 12. 14.
1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears. 2. Press the / key to select “DSC SETUP” menu. 3. Press the soft key, then select “INDIVIDUAL ACK” with the / key. 4. Press the soft key. 5. Press the / key to select “ABLE TO COMPLY” or “UNABLE”. 6. Press the soft key to store the selected setting, then press the soft key several times to return to radio operation. 9.5.
or “Group” if you wish to disable the Group call ringer, then press the soft key. / key to select “Off”. 6. Press the soft key to store the selected set7. Press the ting, then press the soft key several times to return to radio operation. To re-enable the ringer, repeat the above procedure, pressing the / key to select “On” in step “6” above. NOTE The GX1600 may turn on and off the call ringer of the All Ships, POS Request, POS Report, and Geographical as well as the Individual and Group call. 9.5.
7. When an individual call acknowledgment is received, the established channel is automatically changed to the channel selected in step 5 above and a ringing tone sounds. 8. Press the soft key to listen to the channel to make sure it is not busy, then press the microphone’s PTT switch and talk into the microphone to the other vessel. 9.5.5.2 Individual Call by Manually Entering a MMSI You may enter an MMSI number manually to contact another vessel. 1. Press the key. The “DSC Menu” menu will appear. 2.
10. Press the soft key to transmit the individual DSC signal. 11. When an individual call acknowledgment is received, the established channel is automatically changed to the channel which is selected on step 5 above and a ringing tone sounds. 12. Press the soft key to listen to the channel to make sure it is not busy, then press the microphone’s PTT switch and talk into the microphone to the other vessel. 9.5.
9.6 DSC LOG OPERATION The GX1600 logs transmitted calls, received distress calls, and othet calls (Individual, Group, All Ship etc.). The DSC Log feature is similar to an answer machine where calls are recorded for review and a “ ” icon will appear on the radios display. The GX1600 can store up to the latest 24 Transmmited calls, up to the latest 24 Transmitted calls, up to the latest 27 Distress, and up to the latest 64 other calls. NOTE The GX1600 is smart.
4. Press the soft key, then press the / key to select the station (name or MMSI number) you want to review. Note: When there is an unread received call, “ ” icon will appear behind the station name (or MMSI number). 5. Press the soft key, to review details for the selected station. 9.6.3 Reviewing a Logged Other Calls Reviewing a logged othet calls (Individual, Group, All Ship etc.). key. The “DSC Menu” will ap1. Press the pear. 2. Press the / key to select “DSC LOG” menu. 3.
5. Press the soft key. 1) If you want to delete all stations at a time, select the “ALL LOG DELETE” with the / key, soft key, then press the then press the “ALL LOG DELETE” “VIEW LOG LIST” soft key. Press the soft key several times to return to radio operation. 2) If you want to delete one of the logged stations, select the “VIEW LOG LIST” with the / key, then press the soft key. Press the / key to select the station (name or MMSI number) to be deleted, then press the soft key.
9.7 GROUP CALL This feature allows the user to contact a group of specific vessels (example members of a yacht club) using DSC radios with Group call function to automatically switch to a desired channel for voice communications. This function is very useful for yacht clubs and vessels traveling together that want to collectively make announcements on a predetermined channel. Up to 32 Group MMSI may be programmed. 9.7.
5. Press the soft key. 6. Press the / key to scroll through the first letter of the name of the group you want to reference in the directory. soft key to store the first letter in 7. Press the the name and step to the next letter to the right. 8. Repeat step 6 and 7 until the name is complete. The name can consist of up to eleven characters, if you do not use all eleven characters press the soft key to move to the next space. This method can also be used to enter a blank space in the name.
6. 7. 8. 9. municate on, then press the soft key. If the channel you want is not shown, press the soft key, then press the / key to select the operating channel you want to communicate on, then press the soft key. Press the soft key to transmit the Group Call signal. When the Group Call signal is sent, the display will be as shown in the illustration at the right. After the Group Call is transmitted, all the radios in the group will switch to the designated channel.
9. When finished entering the MMSI number, press and hold the soft key. / key to select the oper10. Press the ating channel you want to communicate on, then press the soft key. If the channel you want is not shown, press the soft key, then press the / key to select the operating channel you want to communisoft key. cate on, then press the 11. Press the soft key to transmit the Group Call signal. 12. After the Group Call is transmitted, all the radios in the group will switch to the designated channel. 13.
9.8 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 GX1600. Standard Horizon has taken this feature one step further, if any compatible GPS chart plotter is connected to the GX1600, 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.
9.8.2 Position Request Ringer Setup The GX1600 has the capability to turn off the Position Request ringer. 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears. / key to select “DSC 2. Press the SETUP” menu. 3. Press the soft key, then select “DSC BEEP” with the / key. 4. Press the soft key, then select “POS Request” with the / key. 5. Press the soft key, then select “Off” with the / key. 6. Press the soft key to store the selected setting. soft key several times to return to radio operation. 7.
NOTE If the GX1600 does not receive a position data from the polled vessel, the display will show “NO POSITION DATA.” 9.8.3.2 Position Request by Manually Entering a MMSI This feature allows you to request the position of vessel by manually entering the MMSI of the ship you want to send your position to. 1. Press the key. The “DSC Menu” will appear. / key to select “POS RE2. Press the QUEST”. 3. Press the soft key to show the “Last Individual Call”. 4.
9.8.4 Receiving a Position Request When a position request call is received from another vessel, a ringing alarm sounds and POS REQUEST will be shown in the display. Operation and transceiver function differs depending on “Position Reply” in the “DSC Setup” menu. Automatically reply: 1. When a position request call is received, a calling alarm sounds 4 times. Then requested position coordinates are transmitted automatically to the vessel requesting your vessels position. 2.
9.9 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 another vessel. Your vessel must have an operating GPS receiver connected for the GX1600 to send the position. NOTE To transmit a Position Report Call, a GPS must be connected to the radio and the GX1600 Individual directory must be programmed with stations you wish to send your position to. To setup this directory refer to section “9.
key. 6. Press the soft key to send your position to the selected vessel. key to return to radio op7. Press the eration. 9.9.2.2 DSC Position Report Call by Manually Entering a MMSI This feature allows you to send your position to another vessel by manually entering the MMSI of the ship you want to send your position to. 1. Press the key. The “DSC Menu” will appear. / key to select “POS RE2. Press the PORT”. (To cancel, press the soft key.) 3. Press the soft key.
11. Press the soft key to return to radio operation. 9.9.3 Receiving a DSC Position Report Call When another vessel transmits their vessels location to the GX1600 the following will happen: 1. A ringing sound will be produced when the call is received and NMEA sentences DSC, DSE are outputted so the position can be shown on a chart plotter or a computer. 2. Press the any key to stop ringing. 3. Press the / key to see position information of the station. soft key. 4. To exit to radio mode, press the 9.9.
9.9.6 Saving a Position Report Call as a Waypoint The GX1600 can save a Position Report call in the radios memory as a waypoint. 1. After the Position Report call has been received: Press the soft key. 2. Press the / key to change the first letter in the name of the waypoint and press the soft key. 3. Repeat step 2 until the WPT Name is entered. 4. Press and hold the soft key to save the waypoint into memory. 9.9.7 Navigating to a Saved Waypoint 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears. 2.
9.10 MANUAL INPUTTING A GPS POSITION (LAT/LON) This selection allows the Latitude/Longitude of your vessel to be manually entered so DSC Distress or a Position Report call will contain position information. This feature maybe useful when a connected GPS fails to supply position to the radio. 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears, then select “GENERAL SETUP” / key. with the 2. Press the soft key, then select “POSITION INPUT” with the / key. 3. Press the soft key.
9.11 AUTO POS POLLING The GX1600 has the capability to automatically track four stations programmed into the Indvidual directory. 9.11.1 Polling Time Interval Setup The following steps allows the radio to setup the interval time between DSC Position Request Transmissions. 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears. / key to select “DSC 2. Press the SETUP” menu. 3. Press the soft key, then select “AUTO POS INTERVAL” with the / key. 4.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for CALL 2, CALL 3 and CALL 4 entries. 7. When finished, press the soft key numerous times to exit to the radio mode. 9.11.3 Enable/Disable Auto POS Polling 1. Press the key. The “DSC Menu” will appear. / key to select “AUTO POS 2. Press the POLLING”, then press the soft key. 3. Press the / key to select the “ACTIVATION”, then press the soft key. 4. Select “START” to enable transmissions to the stations or “STOP” to disable transmissions to stations. 5. Press the soft key. 6.
9.12 DSC TEST This function is used to contact another DSC equipped vessel to ensure the DSC functions of the radio are operating. NOTE To use this feature, the radio you will be transmitting the test call to needs to have the DSC Test feature. To perform the DSC test you will need to enter a MMSI of another vessel into the Individual directory or manually enter in the MMSI using the procedure below. 9.12.1 Programming MMSI into Individual Directory Refer to section “9.5.
9.12.3 DSC Test Call by Manually Entering a MMSI 1. Press the key. The “DSC Menu” will appear. 2. Press the / key to select “DSC TEST”, soft key. then press the 3. Press the / key to select “MANUAL” and press the soft key. 4. Press the / key to select the first digit in the MMSI and press the soft key. 5. Repeat step 4 until all the numbers of the MMSI are shown on the display. soft key to show 6. Press and hold the the Test Call page. 7. Press the soft key to transmit the DSC Test Call to the other vessel.
10 GENERAL SETUP The optional RAM3 (CMP30) Remote Station Microphone can also adjust items in the setup menu using the following procedures. 10.1 DISPLAY The GX1600 can select additional screens other than the default “NORMAL” (Radio) Display by using the procedure below. “NORMAL” DISPLAY “COMPASS” DISPLAY “WAYPOINT” DISPLAY 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears, then select “GENERAL SETUP” with the / key. 2. Press the soft key, then press the / key to select “DISPLAY”. 3.
10.2 DIMMER ADJUSTING This menu selection adjusts the backlight intensity of the display and keypad. 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears, then select “GENERAL SETUP” with the / key. 2. Press the soft key, then press the / key to select “DIMMER”. 3. Press the soft key, then press the / key to select the desired level (“HIGH” is default). When “OFF” is selected, the lamp is turned off. soft key to store the selected level. 4. Press the 5.
10.4 TIME OFFSET Sets the time offset between local time (with inputted offset) and UTC (without time offset) shown on the display. Time is displayed only when an optional GPS Chart Plotter is connected. 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears, then select “GENERAL SETUP” with the / key. 2. Press the soft key, then press the / key to select “TIME OFFSET”. 3. Press the soft key, then press the / key to select time offset of your location. See illustration below to find your offset time.
10.5 TIME AREA This menu selection allows the radio to show UTC time or local time with the offset. 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears, then select “GENERAL SETUP” with the / key. 2. Press the soft key, then press the / key to “TIME AREA”. 3. Press the soft key. 4. Press the / key to select “UTC” or “LOCAL”. 5. Press the soft key to store the selected setting. 6. Press the soft key several times to return to radio operation. 10.
10.7 UNIT OF MEASURE Allows Navigation and AIS displays to be shown in “Knot”, “Mile/Hour” or “KiloMeter/Hour” (for speed) and “Nautical Mile” or “Kilo-Meter” (for distance). NOTE A GPS must be connected to the radio to be able to show SPEED and DISTANCE. 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears, then select “GENERAL SETUP” with the / key. 2. Press the soft key, then press the / key to select “UNIT OF MEASURE”. 3. Press the soft key. 4.
10.8 MAGNETIC This selection allows customizing the GPS COG (Course Over Ground) displayed in True or Magnetic. NOTE A GPS must be connected to the radio to be able to show COG. 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears, then select “GENERAL SETUP” with the / key. 2. Press the soft key, then press the / key to select “MAGNETIC”. 3. Press the soft key. 4. Press the / key to select “TRUE” or “MAGNETIC”. soft key to store the selected set5. Press the ting. 6.
10.10 STATION NAME This function allows you to change the name of the radio or RAM3 second station microphone. Example: “Radio - Cabin”, “RAM1 - Flybridge”. 1. Connect the RAM3 second station microphone to the GX1600. 2. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears, then select “GENERAL SETUP” with the / key. 3. Press the soft key, then press the / key to select “STATION NAME”. 4. Press the soft key. 5. Press the / key to select the Unit (“Radio” or “RAM1”) to be named, then press the soft key.
10.11 SOFT KEYS This menu item assigns the number of soft keys, soft key selection and how long the display will show the soft key icon after a soft key is pressed. 10.11.1 Selecting the Number of Soft Keys 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears, then select “GENERAL SETUP” with the / key. 2. Press the soft key, then press the / key to “SOFT KEYS”. 3. Press the soft key, then press the / key to “NUMBER OF SOFT KEYS”. 4.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to program the other soft keys. The factory defaults are Key 1: , Key 2: , and Key 3: function. soft key to store the selected setting. 7. Press the soft key several times to return to radio operation. 8. Press the 10.11.3 Selecting How Long the Soft Keys are Shown 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears, then select “GENERAL SETUP” / key. with the 2. Press the soft key, then press the / key to “SOFT KEYS”. 3.
11 CHANNEL FUNCTION SETUP 11.1 CHANNEL GROUP (USA, CANADA or INTERNATIONAL BAND SELECTION) This section selects a channel group from USA, Canada, and International. key until “Setup 1. Press and hold down the Menu” appears. 2. Press the / key to select “CH FUNCTION SETUP”. 3. Press the soft key, then press the / key to select “CH GROUP”. 4. Press the soft key. 5. Press the / key to select desired channel group “USA”, “INTL”, or “CANADA”. soft key to store the selected set6. Press the ting. 7.
11.3 SCAN TYPE This selection is used to select the scan mode between “Memory Scan” and “Priority Scan”. The default setting is Priority Scan. 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears. 2. Press the / key to select “CH FUNCTION SETUP”. soft key, then select “SCAN TYPE” 3. Press the with the / key. 4. Press the soft key. 5. Press the / key to select “PRIORITY SCAN” or “MEMORY SCAN”. 6. Press the soft key to store the selected setting. 7.
11.5 PRIORITY CHANNEL By default the radio priority channel is set to channel 16. This procedure allows the radio to use a different priority channel used when priority scanning. 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears. 2. Press the / key to select “CH FUNCTION SETUP”. soft key, then select “PRIORITY CH” 3. Press the with the / key. 4. Press the soft key. 5. Press the / key to select the desired channel to be a priority. 6. Press the soft key to store the selected setting. 7.
11.7 CHANNEL NAME When radio mode (NORMAL) is selected, the display will show a name under the channel number. This name describes the use of the channel. The radio has the capability to customize the name by the procedure below. Example: CH69 PLEASURE to HOOKUP 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears. / key to select “CH FUNCTION 2. Press the SETUP”. 3. Press the soft key, then select “CH NAME” with the / key. 4. Press the soft key. 5.
12 DSC SETUP 12.1 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY The GX1600 has a DSC directory that allows you to store a vessel or person’s name and the MMSI number associated with vessels you wish to transmit Individual calls, Position Requests and Position Send transmissions. To transmit an Individual call you must program this directory with information of the persons you wish to call, similar to a cellular phones telephone directory. Refer to section “9.5.1 Setting up the Individual / Position Call Directory” for programming.
12.6 POSITION REPLY The GX1600 can be set up to automatically (default setting) or manually send your position when requested by another vessel. This selection is important if you are concerned about someone polling the position of your vessel that you may not want to. In the manual mode you will see the MMSI or persons name shown on the display allowing you to choose to send your position to the requesting vessel. Refer to section “9.8.1 Setting up a Position Reply” for setting. 12.
12.9 AUTO CHANNEL SWITCH TIME When a DSC Distress or ALL Ships (Urgency or Safety) call is received, the GX1600 will automatically switch to channel 16. This menu selection allows the automatic switch time to be changed. The default selection is 30 seconds. 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears. 2. Press the / key to select “DSC SETUP” menu. 3. Press the soft key, then select “AUTO CH SWITCH TIME” with the / key. 4.
13 WAYPOINTS The GX1600 is capable of storing up to 100 waypoints and navigating to them using the compass page. In addition DSC distress calls with position or a position received from a another DSC radio using DSC polling can be navigated to. 13.1 MARKING A POSITION This feature allows the radio to mark the current position of the vessel. 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears. 2. Press the / key to select “WAYPOINT SETUP”. soft key, then select “WAYPOINT 3.
13.2 ADDING A WAYPOINT 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears. 2. Press the / key to select “WAYPOINT SETUP”. 3. Press the soft key, then select “WAYPOINT DIRECTORY” with the / key. 4. Press the soft key, then select “ADD” with the / key. 5. Press the soft key. 6. Enter the Waypoint Name, by pressing the / key to select the first letter. 7. Press the soft key to store the first letter and to move to the second letter in the name. 8. Repeat step 6 and 7 until the name is shown.
13.3 EDITING A WAYPOINT This function allows a previously entered waypoint to be edited. 1. Press and hold down the key until “Setup Menu” appears. 2. Press the / key to select “WAYPOINT SETUP”. 3. Press the soft key, then select “WAYPOINT DIRECTORY” with the / key. 4. Press the soft key, then select “EDIT” with the / key. 5. Press the soft key, then press the / key to select the waypoint to be edited. soft key to show the 6. Press the waypoint Input display. 7.
13.5 SAVING A DSC POSITION CALL AS A WAYPOINT When a DSC POSITION REPORT call is received from a another DSC radio the GX1600 allows the position to be saved as a waypoint. 1. After a position has been received, press the soft key. 2. The first digit in the WPT Name will be flashing, press the / key to the first letter of the name you want to input. 3. Press the soft key, then press the / key to select the second letter in the name. 4. Repeat step 3 until the name is shown. 5.
13.7 STOP NAVIGATING TO A WAYPOINT To stop navigating to a waypoint, press the one of the Soft keys, then press the soft key. The radio is switched to Normal Mode. soft key to open the “Waypoint DirecPress the tory” to select and navigate to a new waypoint.
14 RAM3 (CMP30) REMOTE MIC OPERATION When an optional RAM3 Remote mic is connected to the GX1600, all VHF, DSC, setup menus, AIS, Waypoint, Compass functions and PA/Fog modes can be remotely operated. The RAM3’s operation is same as GX1600 except the receiver audio volume setting and squelch level setting. The reason for the same operation is to make the operation of the radio and RAM3 mic easy. For specific operation of the RAM3 mic review sections in the radio manual.
PTT (Push-To-Talk) Key Push this key to enable the transmitter. (POWER) Key Press and hold down this key to turn the transceiver and Remote MIC on or off. MICROPHONE The internal ClearVoice Noise Canceling mic is located here. When transmitting, position your mouth about 1/2 to 1 inch (1.2 ~ 2.5 cm) away from the small mic hole. Speak slowly and clearly into the microphone. DISPLAY Full dot matrix display. SOFT KEY These three key’s functions can be customized by the Setup Menu mode.
Key Press to CLEAR a function or menu selection. Press and hold to select NOAA Weather channels. Press and hold again to exit Weather mode and revert to radio mode. Secondary use Hold down the key while pressing the key to change the mode from USA to International or Canadian. Key This key functions as the enter key. SPEAKER The internal speaker is located here. [DISTRESS] KEY Used to send a DSC Distress call. Refer to section “9 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING”. 14.
gram the other soft keys. 7. Press the soft key, then press the or key to select “KEY TIMER” (selects how long the soft key icon will be shown on the display after a soft key is pressed, default is 5 seconds). Then, press the soft key. 8. Press the or key to select the time. 9. Press the soft key to store the selected setting. 10. Press the soft key several times to return to radio operation. DISPLAY SCAN DW IC CMP: COMPASS WPT PRESET WX MARK PRESET 0 - 9 GX1600 FUNCTION Starts and stops Scanning.
15 MAINTENANCE The inherent quality of the solid-state components used in this transceiver will provide many years of continuous use. Taking the following precautions will prevent damage to the transceiver. • • • • Keep the microphone connected or the jack covered at all times to prevent corrosion of electrical contacts; Never key the microphone unless an antenna or suitable dummy load is connected to the transceiver.
An “RA” Return Authorization number is not necessary to send a product in for service. Include a brief note describing the problem along with your name, return address, phone number, and proof of purchase. 15.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY Transceiver fails to power up. No DC voltage to the a. Check the 12VDC battery connections and transceiver, or blown the fuse. fuse. b. The key needs to be pressed and held to turn the radio on.
16 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. 2. Alpha channel numbers, that is, channel numbers followed by the letter A (such as Channel 07A) are simplex channels on the U.S.A. or Canadian channel assignments whose counterparts in the International assignments are duplex channels.
6. Marine vessels equipped with VHF radios are required to monitor Channel 16. 7. 156.050 MHz and 156.175 MHz are available for port operations and commercial communications purposes when used only within the U.S. Coast Guard designated Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) area of New Orleans, on the lower Mississippi River from the various pass entrances in the Gulf of Mexico to Devil’s Swamp Light at River Mile 242.4 above head of passes near Baton Rouge. 8. 156.
12. Use of 156.375 MHz is available for navigational communications only in the Mississippi River from South Pass Lighted Whistle Buoy “2” and Southwest Pass entrance Mid channel Lighted Whistle Buoy to mile 242.
CH 01 01A 02 03 03A 04 U C X X X X X 04A X 05 05A 06 07 X X X X 07A 08 09 X X X X X X 10 11 12 13 14 15 15 16 17 18 18A 19 19A 19A 20 X X X X X X X X X X X 20A 21 21A 22 22A 23 23A 24 25 26 27 28 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X GX1600 X X X X X VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE X D 156.050 160.650 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) S 156.050 Port Operation and Commercial. VTS in selected areas X D 156.100 160.
CH 60 61 U C X 61A X X 62 62A X 63 63A X 64 64A X X X X 65A 66 X X 66A 67 X X X X 68 69 X X X X 70 X X 71 X X 72 73 X X X X 74 X X 75 76 77 77 78 X X X X X X 78A 79 79A X X X X 65 Page 100 VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE X D 156.025 160.625 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) X D 156.075 160.675 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship movement S 156.
CH 80 80A 81 81A 81A 82 82A 83 83 83A 84 85 86 87 87A 88 88A WX01 WX02 WX03 WX04 WX05 WX06 WX07 WX08 WX09 WX10 NOTE: VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE X D 157.025 161.625 Port operation, ship movement X X S 157.025 Commercial X D 157.075 161.675 Port operation, ship movement X S 157.075 U.S. Government Only Environmental protection operations. X S 157.075 Canadian Coast Guard Only X D 157.125 161.725 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship movement X X S 157.125 U.S.
17 WARRANTY Marine Products Limited Warranty PLEASE NOTE The following “Limited Warranty” is for valid for products that have been purchased in the United States and Canada. For limited Warranty details outside the United States, contact the dealer in your country.
appear to be defective or not up to factory specifications. 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. STANDARD HORIZON will not warrant installation, maintenance or service of the Products. In all instances, STANDARD HORIZON’s liability for damages shall not exceed the purchase price of the defective Product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply. This warranty gives specific legal rights, and there may be other rights which may vary from state to state. ONLY PRODUCTS SOLD ON OR AFTER JANUARY 1, 1991 ARE COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
18 RESET PROCEDURES 18.1 MEMORY CLEAR To clear the Scan memory and Preset memory: 1. Turn the radio off. 2. Press and hold in the three [Programmable] keys while turning the radio on. 18.2 MICROPROCESSOR RESETTING To clear all memories and other settings to factory defaults (except the Channel Group, MMSI number, and DSC directory information): 1. Turn the radio off. , 2. Press and hold in the and keys while turning the radio on.
19 SPECIFICATIONS Performance specifications are nominal, unless otherwise indicated, and are subject to change without notice. 19.1 GENERAL Channels ............................................... All USA, International and Canadian Normal Input Voltage ..................................................................... 13.8 V DC Operating Voltage Range ......................................................... 11 V to 16.5 V Current Drain Standby .........................................................
19.3 RECEIVER Frequency Range ............................................ 156.050 MHz to 163.275 MHz Sensitivity 20 dB Quieting .............................................................................. 0.35 µV 12 dB SINAD ................................................................................. 0.25 µV Squelch Sensitivity (Threshold) ..................................................... 0.13 µV Modulation Acceptance Bandwidth ...................................................±7.
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20 FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION Standard Horizon radios comply with the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service. 20.1 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.
21 FCC NOTICE NOTICE Unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void compliance with FCC Rules. Any change or modification must be approved in writing by STANDARD HORIZON. 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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