FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual • Compact and Simple Operation • 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.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 2 PACKING LIST 3 OPTIONS 4 SAFETY / WARNING INFORMATION 5 FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION 6 FCC NOTICE 7 GETTING STARTED 7.1 ABOUT VHF RADIO 7.2 SELECTING AN ANTENNA 7.3 COAXIAL CABLE 8 INSTALLATION 8.1 LOCATION 8.2 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 8.3 ACCESSORY CABLE 8.4 CHECKING GPS CONNECTIONS 8.5 CHANGING THE GPS TIME 8.6 CHANGING THE TIME LOCATION 8.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 10.6.1 NOAA Weather Alert 10.6.2 NOAA Weather Alert Testing 10.7 EMERGENCY (CHANNEL 16 USE) 10.8 CALLING ANOTHER VESSEL (CHANNEL 16 OR 9) 10.9 MAKING TELEPHONE CALLS 10.10 OPERATING ON CHANNELS 13 AND 67 10.11 DUAL WATCH (TO PRIORITY CHANNEL) 10.12 SCANNING 10.12.1 Selecting the Scan Mode 10.12.2 Memory Scanning (M-SCAN) 10.12.3 Priority Scanning (P-SCAN) 10.13 NAVIGATION INDICATION 11 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING 11.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 11.6.3 Setting up Individual / Group Call Ringer 11.6.4 Transmitting an Individual Call 11.6.5 Receiving an Individual Call 11.6.6 Setting Call Waiting Function 11.7 POSITION REQUEST 11.7.1 Setting up Position Reply 11.7.2 Transmitting a Position Request to Another Vessel 11.7.3 Receiving a Position Request 11.8 POSITION SEND 11.8.1 Transmitting a DSC Position Send Call 11.8.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 1 GENERAL INFORMATION The Vertex Standard GX1000S ECLIPSE DCS is a VHF/FM transceiver designed for use in the frequency range of 156.025 to 163.275 MHz. The GX1000S ECLIPSE DCS can be operated from 11 to 16 VDC and has a switchable RF output power of 1 watt or 25 watts. The GX1000S ECLIPSE DCS is capable of RTCM SC101 DSC (Digital Selective Calling) operation.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual PRODUCT SUPPORT INQUIRIES If you have any questions or comments regarding the use of the GX1000S, you can visit the Marine Division of Vertex Standard Web site to send an E-Mail or contact the Product Support team at 800-767-2450 M-F 7:00-5:00PST. 5 FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION Vertex Standard radios comply with the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 6 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 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.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 7 7.1 GETTING STARTED 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 marine VHF band provides communications over distances that are essentially “line of sight” (VHF signals do not travel well through objects such as buildings, hills or trees).
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual has nearby space for installation of a microphone hanger the antenna must be mounted at least 3 feet from radio Note: To insure the radio does not affect the compass or radios performance is not affected by the antenna location, temporarily connect the radio in the desired location and: a. Examine the compass to see if the radio causes any deviation b. Connect the antenna and key the radio.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 8.4 CHECKING GPS CONNECTIONS After connections have been made between the GX1000S and the GPS, a small satellite icon will appear on the LCD display. To see the additional GPS information, press and hold the [H/L] key. The GX1000S displays “LAT” and “LON” information alternately every two seconds. 8.5 CHANGING THE GPS TIME From the Factory the GX1000S shows GPS satellite time or UTC time.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 15 cm deep). There should be at least 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) between the transceiver’s heat sink and any wiring, cables or structures. 3. Cut out the rectangular hole and insert the transceiver. 4. Fasten the brackets to the sides of the transceiver with the lock washer nut combination; so that the mounting screw base faces the mounting surface (see Figure 2). 5.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual Canadian channel groups. 5. [16/9] Key Immediately recalls channel 16 from any channel location. Holding down this key recalls channel 9. 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 the Channel Group. 6.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual Connects the GX1000S to a GPS receiver. 11. ANTENNA JACK Connects an antenna to the transceiver. Use a marine VHF antenna with an impedance of 50 ohms. 12. PTT (Push-To-Talk) SWITCH Keys the transmitter when the transceiver is in radio mode. 13. MICROPHONE Transmits the voice message with reduction of background noise, using Clear Voice Noise Reduction Technology.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 10.3 TRANSMIT TIME - OUT TIMER (TOT) When the PTT switch on the microphone is held down, transmit time is limited to 5 minutes. This limits unintentional transmissions due to a stuck microphone. About 10 seconds before automatic transmitter shutdown, a warning beep will be heard from the speaker(s). The transceiver will automatically go to receive mode, even if the PTT switch is continually held down.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual the following is performed: 1. Program NOAA weather channels into the transceiver’s memory for scanning. Follow the same procedure as for regular channels under section “10.12 SCANNING.” 2. Press the [SCAN(MEM)] key once to start memory scanning or priority scanning (determined from the “Radio Setup” selection, see page 56 for details). 3. The programmed NOAA weather channels will be scanned along with the regular-programmed channels.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 6. Report the number of persons aboard and condition of any injured. 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.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 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. Some examples for USA use are Channels 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 84, 85, 86, and 87.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 10.12.1 Selecting the Scan Type 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(SET)MENU] key until “RADIO SETUP” menu appears. 2. Press the [CALL(SET)MENU] key, then select “SCAN” in the “RADIO SETUP” menu with the [T]/[S] keys. 3. Press the [CALL(SET)MENU] key. 4. Press the [T]/[S] keys to select “PSCAN (Priority scan)” or “MSCAN (Memory scan).” 5. Press the [CALL(SET)MENU] key to store the selected setting. 6.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual priority channel will be scanned after each programmed channel. 6. To stop scanning, press the [16/9] or [WX] key. 10.13 NAVIGATION INDICATION The transceiver has the ability to display Time and the position (LAT/LON), when connected to a GPS receiver. 1. Press and hold the [H/L] key, displays “LAT” and “LON” information alternately every two seconds.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual When the radio is shipped from the factory it is programmed so CH70 (the DSC channel) is scanned at all times. There is a selection in the SETUP MENU to disable the DSC SCAN. However, turning off DSC SCAN will disable the radio from receiving DSC calls i.e.: Individual Call, All Ships Call, Distress Call and Position Requests. If you want to use any of the functions the selection must be left ON. To Change DSC SCAN Method: 1.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 3. Press the [CALL(SET)MENU] key, then select “USER MMSI” with the [S]/[T] keys. 4. Press the [CALL(SET)MENU] key. The display will show a series of dashes or the last MMSI number if programmed. 5. Press the [S]/[T] keys to select the first number of your MMSI, then press the [CALL(SET)MENU] key to step to the next number. 6. Repeat step 5 to set your MMSI (up to nine digits). 7.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 8. To cancel the DSC distress alarm signal from the speaker, press any key. Transmitting a DSC Distress Call with Nature of Distress The GX1000S is capable of transmitting a DSC Distress Call with the following “Nature of Distress” categories: Undesignated, Fire, Flooding, Collision, Grounding, Capsizing, Sinking, Adrift, Abandoning, Piracy, Mob 1. Lift the red spring loaded DISTRESS cover and press the [DISTRESS] key.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 3. Press the [S]/[T] keys to change the display to show the position of the vessel in distress. 4. If the position of the vessel distress data does not include position, the LCD will show the display on the right. NOTE You must continue monitoring channel 16 as a coast station may require assistance in the rescue attempt. 11.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 11.6 INDIVIDUAL CALL This feature allows the GX1000S 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). 11.6.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 14. Press the [16/9] key to exit the menu mode and return to radio operation. 11.6.2 Setting up Individual Reply Allows setting up the radio to automatically (default setting) or manually respond to a DSC Individual call requesting you to switch to a working channel for voice communications. When Manual is selected the MMSI of the calling vessel is shown allowing you to see who is calling.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual appear. 4. Press the [S]/[T] keys to select the “Individual” you want to contact. 5. Press the [CALL(SET)MENU] key, then press the [S]/[T] keys to select the operating channel you want to communicate on and press the [CALL(SET)MENU] key. 6. Press the [CALL(SET)MENU] key again to transmit the individual DSC signal. 7. After INDIVIDUAL CALL is transmitted, the transceiver will wait 8 seconds for the acknowledgment.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 6. Press the [CALL(SET)MENU] key to store the selected setting. 7. Press the [16/9] key to exit the menu mode and return to radio operation. 11.7 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 GX1000S.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 4. Press the [S]/[T] keys to select a name, then press the [CALL(SET)MENU] key. 5. Press the [CALL(SET)MENU] key to transmit the position request DSC call. 6. When the GX1000S receives the position from the polled vessel it is shown on the radio display and also transferred to the GPS Chart plotter. 7. If the GX1000S does not receive a reply, the display will be as shown in the illustration on the right.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 11.8.1 Transmitting a DSC Position Send Call 1. Press the [CALL(SET)MENU] key. The “DSC Operation” menu will appear in the display. 2. Turn the [S]/[T] keys to select the “POS Send.” 3. Press the [CALL(SET)MENU] key to select the Individual directory. 4. Press the [S]/[T] keys to select a name in the directory, then press the [CALL(SET)MENU] key. 5. Press the [CALL(SET)MENU] key to send your position to the selected vessel. 11.8.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 12.3 SCAN TYPE This selection selects the scan mode between “Memory Scan” and “Priority Scan.” 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(SET)MENU] key until “RADIO SETUP” menu appears. 2. Press the [CALL(SET)MENU] key, then select “SCAN” in the “RADIO SETUP” menu with the [S]/[T] keys. 3. Press the [CALL(SET)MENU] key. 4. Press the [S]/[T] keys to select “MSCAN (Memory Scan)” or “PSCAN (Priority Scan).” 5.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 12.6 PRIORITY CHANNEL SET Allows selection of the priority channel. 1. Press and hold down the [CALL(SET)MENU] key until “RADIO SETUP” menu appears. 2. Press the [CALL(SET)MENU] key, then select “PRI-CH” in the “RADIO SETUP” menu with the [S]/[T] keys. 3. Press the [CALL(SET)MENU] key. 4. Press the [S]/[T] keys to select the channel to be a priority. 5. Press the [CALL(SET)MENU] key to store the selected setting. 6.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 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. ・ Ensure that the supply voltage to the transceiver does not exceed 16 VDC or fall below 11 VDC.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual 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. 13.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE Transceiver fails No DC voltage to the to power up. transceiver, or blown fuse. REMEDY a. Check the 12VDC battery connections and the fuse. b.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual message is malfunctioned. appeared when the power is turned on. Your position is Accessory cable. Check the accessory cable connection. not displayed. Some GPS use the battery ground line for NMEA connection. Setting of the GPS Check the output signal format of the GPS navigation receiver. navigation receiver. This radio requires NMEA0183 format with GLL, RMB, GGA, or GNS sentence as an output signal.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual transmitting and receiving on the same frequency. Only one party at a time can talk, unlike a telephone. Be sure to say “over” and release your microphone push-to-talk switch at the end of each transmission. Duplex operation involves the use of one frequency for transmitting and a separate frequency for receiving.
FCC ID: K6630303X3S IC ID: 511B-30303X3S GX1000S Operating Manual Frequency Stability ±0.0005% (-20°C to +50°C) FM Hum and Noise 50 dB 16.3 RECEIVER Frequency Range 156.050 to 163.275 MHz Sensitivity 12 dB SINAD 0.25 µV 12 dB SINAD (70 CH Receiver) 0.3 µV Squelch Sensitivity (Threshold) 0.2 µV Modulation Acceptance Bandwidth ±7.5 kHz Selectivity (TYP.) –80 dB (Spurious and Image Rejection) –75 dB (Intermodulation and Rejection at 12 dB SINAD) Audio Output 4.
