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25 Watt VHF/FM
Marine Transceiver
SPECTRUM + GX2355S
A/B
H/L
PA/FOG
NAV
SCAN
MEM
CALL
SET
DISTRESS
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16/9
SPECTRUM+
VOL/PWR
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16/9
WX
Submersible
DSC distress call automatically broadcasts lat/long and vessel ID
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MARITEL DSC telephone capability
DSC position request function and NMEA data input/output
Noise canceling Clear Voice Speaker microphone with channel selector
20 W Loud Hailer with Bells & Whistles
Latitude/Longitude and SOG/COG display
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Channel name capability
Versatile user-programmable scanning and priority scan
NOAA Weather Alert
One-button access to Channel 16 and 9
Access all US, Canadian and International channels
Big, back-lit display and keys
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with GPS attached
TABLE OF CONTENTS
FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION ...... 1
STATION LICENSE ..................................... 1
RADIO CALL SIGN ...................................... 1
CANADIAN SHIP STATION LICENSING .... 1
FCC NOTICE ................................................ 2
1 GENERAL INFORMATION ................. 3
1.1 INTRODUCTION ................................. 3
1.2
FCC/ INDUSTRY CANADA INFORMATION ..
3
2 ACCESSORIES .................................... 4
2.1 PACKING LIST .................................... 4
2.2 OPTIONS ............................................. 4
3 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS ......... 5
3.1 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS .... 5
4 INSTALLATION ................................. 10
4.1 LOCATION ......................................... 10
4.2 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ......... 10
4.3 ACCESSORY CABLE ....................... 11
4.3.1 Cable pin number and signal ..... 11
4.4
CMB16 FLUSH MOUNT INSTALLATION ...
12
5 BASIC OPERATION .......................... 13
5.1 RECEPTION ...................................... 13
5.2 TRANSMISSION ................................ 13
5.3
TRANSMIT TIME - OUT TIMER (TOT) ...
14
5.4 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE ... 14
5.5 USA, CANADA, AND INTERNATIONAL
MODE ................................................ 14
5.6 NOAA WEATHER CHANNELS ......... 15
5.7 NOAA WEATHER ALERT ................. 15
5.8 MEMORY SCANNING (M-SCAN) ..... 16
5.9 PRIORITY SCANNING (P-SCAN) .... 16
5.10 CHANNEL A /B INSTANT CALL ....... 17
5.10.1 Storing new channel A/B ............ 17
5.10.2 Changing the stored channel A/B .. 17
5.10.3 Operating the channel A/B ........ 17
5.11.PA/FOG OPERATION ....................... 17
5.11.1 Operating the PA HAIL mode ..... 18
5.11.2 Operating the FOG HORN mode 18
5.12 NAVIGATION INDICATION ............... 19
5.13 VOICE SCRAMBLER ........................ 19
5.13.1 Operation with voice scrambler .. 19
5.14 RESETTING THE TRANSCEIVER’S
MICROPROCESSOR ........................ 20
6 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING ....... 21
6.1 GENERAL .......................................... 21
6.1.1 Digital Selective Calling (DSC) ... 21
6.1.2 Maritime Mobile Service Identity
(MMSI) ........................................ 21
6.2 SENDING A DISTRESS CALL .......... 22
6.2.1 Sending a Distress Call
Automatically............................... 22
6.2.2 Sending a Distress Call and
Manually Inputting a Position ..... 23
6.3 SENDING A DISTRESS CALL WITH
NATURE OF DISTRESS ................... 24
6.4 SENDING AN INDIVIDUAL CALL ..... 25
6.5 SENDING A GROUP CALL ............... 26
6.6 SENDING AN ALL SHIPS CALL ....... 27
6.7 MARITEL DSC TELEPHONE CALL .... 28
6.7.1 Sending a Ship to Shore Call ..... 28
6.7.2 Receiving a Shore to Ship Call .. 29
6.7.3 Resend Telephone Call Signal ... 29
6.7.4 Resend Telephone Call When
Receive Busy Signal ................... 29
6.8 DSC STANDBY ................................. 30
6.9 CALL WAITING DIRECTORY ........... 30
6.9.1
Operation of Distress Call Waiting .
31
6.9.2
Operation of Individual Call Waiting ..
31
6.10 POSITION REQUEST ....................... 32
6.11 POSITION SEND ............................... 33
6.12 RECEIVING DSC CALLS .................. 34
6.12.1 Receiving a distress call ............. 34
6.12.2 Receiving a distress relay call .... 35
6.12.3 Receiving an all ships call .......... 35
6.12.4
Receiving a geographical area call ..
35
6.12.5 Receiving an individual call ........ 36
6.12.6. Receiving a position request ...... 36
7. DSC / RADIO SETUP MODE ............ 37
7.1 SETUP ............................................... 37
7.2 LAMP ADJUSTING ............................ 37
7.3 LCD CONTRAST ............................... 37
7.4 CH NAMING ...................................... 38
7.5
INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY SETUP (DSC) ..
39
7.6
DSC TELEPHONE DIRECTORY ID INPUT ...
40
7.7 POSITION REQUEST REPLY TYPE ... 41
7.8 VOICE SCRAMBLER ........................ 42
7.9 KEY BEEP (ON OR OFF) ................. 43
7.10 INDIVIDUAL RING ............................. 43
7.11 TIME OFFSET ................................... 44
7.12 USER MMSI INPUT ........................... 45
7.13 GROUP MMSI INPUT ....................... 46
7.14 DSC SCANNING ............................... 47
TO CHANGE DSC SCAN METHOD: ..... 47
8 RAM MIC OPERATION ..................... 48
8.1 RAM MIC CONTROLS AND
CONNECTIONS ................................ 48
8.2 INDICATORS ..................................... 50
8.3 INTERCOM OPERATION ................. 51
8.3.1 Communication ........................... 51
8.3.2 Calling ......................................... 51
9 OPERATING PRACTICES ................ 52
9.1 EMERGENCY (CHANNEL 16 USE) ... 52
9.2 CALLING ANOTHER VESSEL
(CHANNEL 16 OR 9) ......................... 52
9.3 MAKING TELEPHONE CALLS ......... 53
9.4
OPERATING ON CHANNELS 13 AND 67
... 54
9.5 PROHIBITED COMMUNICATIONS ... 54
9.6 NOAA WEATHER ALERT TESTING ... 54
9.7
DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING (DSC) ..
55
9.7.1 USCG DSC Watch ...................... 55
9.8 MARITIME MOBILE SERVICE
IDENTITY (MMSI) .............................. 55
9.8.1 What is a MMSI? ........................ 55
9.9 USING DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING
FEATURES ........................................ 55
9.9.1 Distress Call ................................ 55
9.9.2 Individual Call ............................. 55
9.9.3 Group Call ................................... 56
9.9.4 Urgency Call ............................... 56
9.9.5 Safety Call ................................... 56
9.9.6 Position request .......................... 56
9.9.7 Telephone Call ............................ 56
9.10 ADDITIONAL DIGITAL SELECTIVE
CALLING INFORMATION ................. 56
9.11 ABOUT VHF RADIO .......................... 56
9.12 SELECTING AN ANTENNA .............. 57
9.13 COAXIAL CABLE .............................. 57
10 MAINTENANCE ................................. 58
10.1 REPLACEMENT PARTS ................... 58
10.2 FACTORY SERVICE ......................... 59
10.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART ......... 60
10.4 CONNECTION OF GPS WITH NMEA
OUTPUT ............................................ 61
11. CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS .............. 62
12. WARRANTY ....................................... 66
13 SPECIFICATIONS ............................. 69
13.1 GENERAL .......................................... 69
13.2 TRANSMITTER ................................. 69
13.3 RECEIVER ......................................... 69
13.4 DSC .................................................... 70
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 1
ON-LINE WARRANTY REGISTRATION
Please visit www.standardhorizon.com to register the SPECTRUM+
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.
PRODUCT SUPPORT INQUIRIES
If you have any questions or comments regarding the use of the
SPECTRUM+, you can visit the STANDARD HORIZON Web site to
send an E-Mail or contact the Product Support team at 562/404-2700
M-F 7:00-5:00PST.
FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION
Standard Horizon radios comply with the Federal Communication Commission (FCC)
requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service.
STATION LICENSE
An FCC ship station license is no longer required for any vessel traveling in U.S. waters
which uses a VHF marine radio, RADAR or EPIRB, and which is not required to carry radio
equipment. However, any vessel required to carry a marine radio on an international voyage,
carrying a HF single side band radiotelephone or marine satellite terminal is required to
carry a license. FCC license forms, including applications for ship (506) and land station
licenses can be downloaded via the Internet at www.fcc.gov/forms. To obtain a form from
the FCC, call (888) 225-5322.
RADIO CALL SIGN
Currently the FCC does not require recreational boaters to have a Ship Radio Station
License. The USCG recommends the boats registration number and the state to be used.
CANADIAN SHIP STATION LICENSING
You may need a license when traveling in Canada. If you do need a license contact
their nearest field office or regional office or write:
Industry Canada
Radio Regulatory Branch
Attn: DOSP
300 Slater Street
Ottawa, Ontario
Canada, KIA 0C8
page 2 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
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. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
— Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 3
1 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
The STANDARD HORIZON GX2355S is a VHF/FM transceiver designed
for use in the frequency range of 156.025 to 163.275 MHz. The GX2355S
requires 13.8V for operation and has a switchable RF output power of 1
watt or 25 watts.
The transceiver is capable of RTCM SC101 DSC (Digital Selective Calling)
operation and intercom operation with the use of an optional RAM mic
(CMP23 remote-control speaker/microphone with display).
The transceiver operates on all currently-allocated marine channels which
are switchable for use with either USA, International, or Canadian
regulations. It has an emergency channel 16 which can be immediately
selected from any channel by pressing the red 16/9 key. NOAA Weather
channels can also be accessed immediately by pressing the WX key with
channel selection.
Other features of the transceiver include: scanning, priority scanning,
public address (PA) mode, submersible noise-canceling speaker mic, high
and low voltage warning, and GPS repeatability.
1.2 FCC/ INDUSTRY CANADA INFORMATION
The following data pertaining to the transceiver is necessary to fill out the
license application.
Type Acceptance ................................................................... FCC Part 80
Output Power .......................................... 1 Watt (low) and 25 Watts (high)
Emission..................................................................... 16K0F3E, 16K0G3E
Frequency Range................................................ 156.025 to 163.275 MHz
FCC Type Number ............................................................... K66GX2350S
Industry Canada Type Approval .......................................... 511822205AV
page 4 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
2 ACCESSORIES
2.1 PACKING LIST
When the package containing the transceiver is first opened, please check
it for the following contents:
• GX2355S SPECTRUM + Transceiver (White/Black)
• CMP351W/CMP351B (White/Black Microphone attached to the
transceiver) and hanger kit
• Mounting Bracket and attaching hardware
• Spare Fuse (6 A, 250 V )
• Owner’s Manual
• Quick-Reference Card
• Accessory Cable
• Power Cord
• Dust Cover
2.2 OPTIONS
CMB16 ...................................................................... Flush-Mount Bracket
CMP23 ................. Remote-Access Microphone (RAM Mic, Black / White)
CAW23 ............................................ 10-foot Extension Cable for RAM Mic
CVS2500 .......................................................................... Voice Scrambler
101S ...................................................................... Mini Extension Speaker
201S ................................................................... White Extension Speaker
201SZ............................................ White Flush Mount Extension Speaker
201SBK .............................................................. Black Extension Speaker
201SBKZ ........................................ Black Flush Mount Extension Speaker
220SW ...........................................................4.5" Round Hailer / PA Horn
240SW ............................................. 5" X 8" Rectangular Hailer / PA Horn
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 5
3 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
NOTE
This section defines each control of the transceiver. See Figure 1 for
location of controls. For detailed operating instructions refer to chapter
4 of this manual.
3.1 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS
q POWER SWITCH/VOLUME CONTROL
Turns the transceiver on and off as well as adjusts the audio volume. To
turn the transceiver on press and hold this knob until the LCD turns on.
To turn it off, press and hold this knob until the LCD turns off. When the
power is turned on, the transceiver is set to the last selected channel.
Secondary Use
When the transceiver is turned on while the SCAN and WX keys are held
down, the internal microprocessor is reset. This clears the memory and all
user-programmed settings, such as scan memory, priority scan
assignments, and A/B channel assignments. This condition is known as
the default condition, the same as when shipped from the factory. For a
list of these defaults, see the section on Resetting the Transceiver’s
Microprocessor.
NOTE
Resetting the microprocessor will not erase DSC MMSI and Directory
Call Waiting information.
w SQUELCH CONTROL (SQL)
Sets the point at which random noise on the channel does not activate
the audio circuits but a received signal does. This point is called the
squelch threshold. Further adjustment of the squelch control will
degrade reception of wanted transmissions.
e KEY PAD
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
Please see secondary use for the WX and MEM key.
page 6 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
Figure 1. Controls and Connectors
16/9
16 9
w
x
UIC
A/B
H/L NAV
MEM
SCAN
PA/FOG
CALL
SET
DISTRESS
PULL OPEN
SPECTRUM+
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VOL / PWR
SQL
MENU
PA VOL
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WX Key
Immediately recalls the previously selected NOAA weather channel
from any channel location.
Secondary use
1. Holding down the 16/9 key while pressing the WX key changes the
mode from USA to International or Canadian.
NOTE
If position is displayed, this icon will be hidden.
2. Holding down the WX and SCAN key while turning the power on resets
the microprocessor and erases scan channels from memory. This clears
the memory and establishes the factory-set defaults. For a list of these
defaults, see the section on Resetting the Transceiver’s Microprocessor.
SCAN Key
1. Starts and stops scanning of programmed channels.
2. If held while the UP or DOWN keys on the mic case are pressed or
Channel Selector knob on radio is turned, the radio will show the
channels in scan memory. This function will not work if the unit is scanning.
NOTE
There is only one priority channel. However, it can be assigned to a
channel other than WX and CH70. The priority channel is marked with
P-CH on the LCD.
MEM Key
Memorizes the selected channel into the transceivers scan memory for
scanning. When pressed again, it DELETES the channel from the scan
memory.
Secondary use
The MEM key is also used to select a priority channel.
1. Select the desired channel.
2. Press and hold the MEM key until the display shows P-CH.
NOTE
If position is displayed, this icon will be hidden.
DISTRESS Key
To send the distress call see section 6.2, (Sending a Distress Call).
PA/FOG key
Available to operate the PA function or the FOG HORN function
page 8 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
A/B Key
Immediately recalls two user assigned channels from any channel.
CALL/SET Key
The CALL/SET key functions as the enter key.
Secondary use
Press the CALL/SET key to access the DSC OPERATION menu. The
following DSC functions can be accessed from the DSC OPERATION
menu; INDIVIDUAL, GROUP, ALL SHIPS, TELEPHONE, STANDBY,
CALL WAIT, POS REQUEST and POS SEND.
Press and hold the CALL/SET key to access the SETUP menu. The
following functions can be accessed in the SETUP menu; LAMP ADJUST,
CONTRAST, CH NAME, INDIV DIR, TELEPHONE MEMORY ID, POS
REPLY, SCRAMBLER, KEY BEEP, INDIV RING, TIME SET, USER
MMSI, GROUP MMSI, DSC SCAN.
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. The H/L key does
not function on transmit inhibited and low power only channels.
NAV / IC Key
1. Pressing this key, when connected to the GPS receiver, the LCD
displays position data, Date, Time, SOG (Speed Over Ground) and
COG (Course Over Ground) from the GPS.
2. Press and hold down this key, when the optional RAM Mic is
connected. Intercom operation will operate between radio and RAM
Mic.
r CHANNEL SELECTOR KNOB
Rotary knob used to select channels and, to choose the item selection
of different functions (DSC operation, PA/FOG operation and etc.). The
CH key on the microphone can also be used to select them.
Secondary Use
While holding down the SCAN Key and turning the Channel Selector
knob, you can confirm memory channels for scanning.
t RAM MIC CONNECTOR
Connects the Remote Access Microphone (RAM MIC). Refer to
“section 8.0, (RAM MIC OPERATION).
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 9
y ACCESSORY CONNECTION CABLE
Connects the radio to a GPS, external PA horn, and an external
speaker.
u DC INPUT CABLE
Connects the radio to a DC power supply of 13.8V
i ANTENNA JACK
Connects an antenna to the transceiver. Use a marine VHF antenna
with an impedance of 50 ohms.
o PTT (Push-To-Talk) SWITCH
Keys the transmitter when the transceiver is in radio mode. If the
transceiver is in the intercom operation mode, it activates the
microphone for the intercom.
!0 CLEAR VOICE NOISE-CANCELING SPEAKER MIC
Transmits the voice message with reduction of background noise.
!1 UP and DOWN KEYS
The UP and DOWN on the mic function the same as the Channel
Selector knob on the front panel of the transceiver.
!2 16/9 Key
Pressing the 16/9 key Immediately recalls channel 16 from any
location. Press and hold the 16/9 key to recall channel 9. Pressing the
16/9 key again reverts the radio to the previous select channel.
!3 MICROPHONE SPEAKER
The same audio heard through internal radio speaker as heard through
microphone speaker.
page 10 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
GPS Navigation Receiver
Accessory cable
4 INSTALLATION
4.1 LOCATION
1. The radio can be mounted at any angle. Choose a mounting
location that:
• is far enough from any compass to avoid any deviation in compass
reading due to the speaker magnet
• provides accessibility to the front panel controls
• allows connection to a power source and an antenna
• has nearby space for installation of a microphone hanger
• the antenna must be mounted at least 3 feet from radio
4.2 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
CAUTION
Reverse polarity connections will damage the radio!
Connect the power cord and antenna to the radio. Antenna and Power
Supply connections are as follows (see Figure 2):
1. Mount the antenna at least 3 feet away from the radio. At the rear of
the radio, connect the antenna cable. It must have a PL259
connector. RG-8/U coaxial cable must be used if the antenna is 25
feet or more from the radio. RG58 cable can be used for distances
less than 25 feet.
HI USA
A
GPS Chart 150
A/B
H/L
PA/FOG
NAV
S
CAN
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M
CALL
/S
E
T
DISTRESS
P
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16/9
SPECTRUM+
VOL/PWR
SQL
16/9
WX
Optional Speaker
Antenna
Water proof
Deck Outlet
Power Source
Black
Red
Fuse
Figure 2. General Installation
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 11
4.3 ACCESSORY CABLE
4.3.1 Cable pin number and signal
NMEA 0183 Version (1.5 to 2.3 ) Input Sentences:
GLL – Geographic Position–Longitude/Latitude
RMC – Recommended Minimum Specific GNSS Data
NMEA 0183 Version (2.3) Output Sentences:
DSC – Digital Selective Calling Information
DSE – Expanded Digital Selective Calling Information
When connecting the external speaker or GPS navigation receiver, strip off
about 1 inch (2 cm) of the specified wire’s insulation.
NOTE
Never short wires. This may lead to malfunctions.
2
3
4
1
7
8
5
6
Pin number
Signal
1
External speaker (+)
2
External speaker (–)
3
PA (+)
4
NMEA IN (+)
5
PA (–)
6
NMEA IN (–)
7
NMEA OUT (–)
8
NMEA OUT (+)
2. Connect the red power wire to a 13.8 VDC ± 20% power source.
Connect the black power wire to a negative ground.
3. If an optional remote extension speaker is to be used, refer to
section 4.3 for connections.
4. It is advisable to have a Certified Marine Technician check the
power output and the standing wave ratio of the antenna after
installation.
White: External speaker (+)
Yellow: External speaker (–)
Blue:
NMEA IN (+) of GPS navigation receiver
Green:
NMEA IN (–) of GPS navigation receiver
Brown:
NMEA OUT (–) to Standard Horizon GPS
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1
Gray:
NMEA OUT (+) to Standard Horizon GPS
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1
Black: PA (–)
Red: PA (+)
To external speaker, PA speaker and GPS receiver
To GX2355S
∗
1: Connecting these wires to Standard Horizon GPS to show a DSC Position
Request, Position Send or Distress Call on the display of the GPS.
page 12 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
Bracket
adjusting screw
Lock-washer nut combination
Figure 3. CMB16 Flush Mount Installation
4.4 CMB16 FLUSH MOUNT INSTALLATION
1. Make a rectangular template for the flush mount measuring 2-1/8" H
x 5-3/4" W.
2. Use the template to mark the location where the rectangular hole is
to be cut. Confirm the space behind the dash or panel is deep
enough to accommodate the transceiver (at least 6 inches deep).
There should be at least 1/2 inch between the transceiver’s heatsink
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 3).
5. Turn the adjusting screw to adjust the tension so that the
transceiver is tight against the mounting surface.
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 13
5 BASIC OPERATION
5.1 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. Turn up the volume until noise or audio from the speaker is at a
comfortable level.
5. Turn the SQL knob clockwise until the random noise disappears.
This state is known as the “squelch threshold.”
6. Press the UP or DOWN key to select the desired channel. Refer to
the channel chart (section 11 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS) for
available channels.
7. When a message is received, adjust the volume to the desired
listening level. The “BUSY” indicator in the LCD is displayed
indicating that the channel is being used.
5.2 TRANSMISSION
1. Perform steps 1 through 6 of RECEPTION.
2. Before transmitting, monitor the channel to ensure it is clear. THIS
IS AN FCC REQUIREMENT!
3. Press the PTT (push-to-talk) switch. The TX indicator on the LCD is
displayed.
4. Speak slowly and clearly into the microphone.
5. When the transmission is finished, release the PTT switch.
NOTE
This is a noise-canceling microphone. The oval slot on the top front of
microphone should be positioned within 1 inch (2 cm) from the mouth
for optimum performance.
6. Refer to the section 9 OPERATING PRACTICES for standard
transceiver operating procedures.
page 14 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
5.3 TRANSMIT TIME - OUT TIMER (TOT)
When the PTT switch on the microphone is held down, transmit time is
limited to 5 minutes. This prevents unintentional transmissions. 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. Before transmitting
again, the PTT switch must first be released and then pressed again.
5.4 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE
Refer to the channel chart (section 11 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.
5.5 USA, CANADA, AND INTERNATIONAL MODE
1. To change the modes, hold the 16/9 key and press the WX key. The
mode changes from USA to International to Canadian with each
press of the WX key.
2. USA will be displayed on the LCD for USA mode, INTL will be
displayed for International mode, and CAN will be displayed for
Canadian mode.
3. Refer to the channel chart (section 11 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS)
for allocated channels in each mode.
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 15
5.6 NOAA WEATHER CHANNELS
1. To receive a NOAA weather channel, press the WX key from any
channel. The transceiver will go to the last selected weather
channel.
2. Turn the Channel Selector knob on the radio or on the microphone
to select a different NOAA weather channel.
3. To exit from the NOAA weather channels, press the WX key. The
transceiver returns to the channel it was on prior to a weather
channel.
5.7 NOAA WEATHER ALERT
In the event of extreme weather disturbances, such as storms and
hurricanes, the NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)
sends a weather alert accompanied by a 1050 Hz tone and subsequent
weather report on one of the NOAA weather channels. The transceiver is
capable of receiving this alert if 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 5.8.
2. Press the SCAN key once to start memory scanning or hold down
the SCAN key during memory scanning to start priority scanning.
3. The programmed NOAA weather channels will be scanned along
with the regular-programmed channels. However, scanning will not
stop on a normal 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.
5. Press the WX key to stop the alert tone and receive the weather
report.
NOTE
If the WX key is not pressed the alert tone will be emitted for 5 minutes
and then the weather report will be received.
page 16 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
P-CH.MEM CH. CH. 70MEM CH.CH. 70 P-CH.
(When DSC scaning
is available)
(When DSC scaning
is available)
5.8 MEMORY SCANNING (M-SCAN)
NOTE
• During scanning, the dot matrix area of the LCD will show M-SCAN or
P-SCAN depending on the scan mode selected.
• The channel numbers programmed will cycle on the LCD.
• If position is displayed this icon will be hidden.
1. Adjust the SQL knob until background noise disappears.
2. Select a desired channel to be scanned using the Channel
Selector knob. Press the MEM key, MEM will appear on the LCD
which indicates the channel has been programmed into the
transceivers memory.
3. Repeat step 2 for all the desired channels to be scanned.
4. To DELETE a channel from the transceiver’s memory, press the
MEM key, MEM will disappear in the LCD.
5. To start scanning, press the SCAN key. Scanning will proceed from
the lowest to the highest programmed channel number and will stop
on a channel when a transmission is received.
6. The channel number will blink during reception.
7. To stop scanning, press the SCAN, 16/9, WX, or PTT key.
5.9 PRIORITY SCANNING (P-SCAN)
1. Any channel can be set as the priority channel, other than weather
channels and channel 70. To set the priority channel, select the
desired channel. Press and hold down the MEM key until P-CH is
shown on the display.
2. To select priority scanning, hold down the
SCAN key until P-SCAN appears on the LCD
during memory scanning. Scanning will proceed
between the memorized channels and the
priority channel. The priority channel will be
scanned after each programmed channel.
BUSY HI USA
M–SCAN
VTS
A
MEM HI USA
P–SCAN CH16
A
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 17
BUSY HI USA
T/W CH16
VTS
A
3. The scanning will be performed while receiving
the MEM CH (memorized channel).
4. To stop scanning, press the SCAN, 16/9, WX, or PTT key.
NOTE
Triple watch (T/W) means the radio is watching CH70 for DSC Calls.
Dual watch (D/W) means the radio is not watching CH70 for DSC Calls.
5.10 CHANNEL A /B INSTANT CALL
Two calling channels (used by an organization or a favorite channel)
can be preset. But USA channels 9 and 16, and WX channels should
not be assigned as A or B channels because they are readily available
with the 16/9 and WX keys. If the A/B key is pressed and no channel A
or B has been assigned, the alert signal will be present.
5.10.1 Storing new channel A/B
1. Press and hold down the A/B key and rotate the Channel Selector
knob to select the desired channel.
2. Release the A/B key to store a desired channel as channel A/B.
3. Repeat steps to program second channel A/B.
5.10.2 Changing the stored channel A/B
1. Press the A/B key for memorized channel to appear.
2. Press and hold down the A/B key and rotate the Channel Selector
knob to select the desired channel.
3. Release the A/B key to store a desired channel as channel A/B.
NOTE
The stored channels will delete in microprocessor resetting mode only.
5.10.3 Operating the channel A/B
Pressing the A/B key more than once toggles between channel A,
channel B and the channel that was received on.
5.11.PA/FOG OPERATION
PA HAIL mode:
PA HAIL mode allows the transceiver to be used as a power hailer when an
optional 4 ohm hailer speaker is installed. The Hail mode has a listen-back
feature which provides two way communication through the hailer speaker.
page 18 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
FOG HORN mode:
Automatic signaling is transmitted through the PA speaker.
5.11.1 Operating the PA HAIL mode
1. Press the PA/FOG key.
Toggle between the PA HAIL and FOG HORN
mode by pressing the PA/FOG key.
2. Press the PTT switch to speak through the hail speaker.
Rotate the Channel Selector knob to control the AF output level.
The AF output level can be set from 0 to 20 watts.
3. To exit the PA HAIL mode, press the 16/9, WX or CALL SET key.
5.11.2 Operating the FOG HORN mode
Operator can select from FOG 1, FOG 2, FOG 3, FOG 4, HORN, SIREN,
AGROUND, or ANCHOR.
FOG 1: POWER BOAT UNDERWAY
FOG 2: POWER BOAT STOPPED
FOG 3: SAIL BOAT, FISH VESSEL, TOW VESSEL
FOG 4: VESSEL UNDER TOW
1. Press the PA/FOG key on PA HAIL mode.
Toggle between the PA HAIL and FOG HORN
modes by pressing the PA/FOG key.
2. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select the
function.
3. Press the CALL/SET key to operate the FOG HORN mode.
Horn – When PTT is pressed, emits HORN SOUND from the PA speaker.
Siren – When PTT is pressed, emits SIREN SOUND from the PA speaker.
4. On the SIREN and FOG HORN modes, press
the PTT switch to activate the tone through the
PA speaker.
Turn the Channel Selector knob to control the
AF output level. The AF output level can be set
from 0 to 20 watts.
5. To exit the FOG HORN mode, press the 16/9, WX or CALL SET
key.
PUBLIC
ADDRESS
VOLUME
A
>FOG1
FOG2
FOG3
FOG4
A
FOG2
FOG3
FOG4
>SIREN
A
SIREN
VOLUME
A
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 19
HI USA
INVALID
NO POSTION
DATA
A
5.12 NAVIGATION INDICATION
The transceiver has the ability to display the time, SOG and COG date, as
well as the vessel’s position (LAT/LON), if connected to a GPS receiver.
1. Press the NAV key to display position
information.
If the GPS receiver receives no signal, the
display will be as shown in the illustration on the
left.
2. To hide the position information, press the NAV
key.
NOTE
• The TIME OFFSET should be set to local time in the DSC/RADIO
setup mode when the radio is connected to the GPS navigation
receiver. To adjust TIME OFFSET to your local time, refer to section
7.11 TIME OFFSET.
5.13 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 7.8 of DSC/RADIO SET UP mode to program
the voice scrambler.
5.13.1 Operation with voice scrambler
1. Turn on the transceiver.
2. Select a channel that was programmed for
scrambler mode. (Example: the voice scrambler
code is set 3.)
If a channel is not set for the voice scrambler,
the display will be as shown in the illustration on
the left.
If a voice scrambler is canceled temporarily in
the SETUP menu, the display will be as shown
in the illustration on the left.
3. Monitor the channel before transmitting.
4. Transmit the voice message. The signal sent
will be scrambled.
HI USA
VS 3
COMMERCIAL
A
JUN15 8:45P
15 KT 160T
35
.
55. 000'N
A
138
.
28. 000'W
HI USA
VS OFF
COMMERCIAL
A
HI USA
COMMERCIAL
A
page 20 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
5.14 RESETTING THE TRANSCEIVER’S MICROPROCESSOR
Resetting the microprocessor restores the initial, factory supplied
conditions in the transceiver. These are called the default conditions.
To reset the microprocessor, first turn the transceiver off. Then while
pressing the WX and SCAN keys, turn the transceiver on. The default
conditions are:
• No channels in the SCAN memory.
• Channel 16 will be selected when the transceiver is turned on.
• WX channel 01 will be recalled when the WX key is pressed.
• Key beep will be on.
• No channels will be stored in the A/B memory.
NOTE
Resetting the microprocessor will not erase DSC MMSI and Directory
Call Waiting information.
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 21
6 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING
6.1 GENERAL
6.1.1 Digital Selective Calling (DSC)
Digital Selective Calling is a semi-automated method of establishing a
radio call, it has been designated by the International Maritime
Organization (IMO) as an international standard for establishing VHF, MF
and HF radio calls. It had also been designated part of the Global Maritime
Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). It is planed that DSC will eventually
replace aural watches on distress frequencies and will be used to
announce routine and urgent maritime safety information broadcasts.
This new service will allow mariners to instantly send a distress call with
GPS position (when connected to the transceiver) to the USA Coast Guard
and other vessels within range of the transmission. DSC will also allow
mariners to initiate or receive distress, urgency, safety and routine calls to
or from another vessels equipped with a DSC transceiver.
6.1.2 Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI)
What is an MMSI?
An MMSI is a nine digit number used on Marine Transceiver capable of
using Digital Selective Calling (DSC). This number is used like a telephone
number to selectively call other vessels. Refer to section 7.7 (USER MMSI
INPUT).
How can I obtain a MMSI assignment?
Contact your dealer or Standard Horizon for details.
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. The range of signal may vary but under normal conditions
should be approximately 20 nautical miles.
page 22 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
6.2 SENDING A DISTRESS CALL
The distress call automatically includes the vessel’s DSC MMSI and Lat/
Lon position. Refer to section 7.12, USER MMSI INPUT. The vessel’s
position can be sent only if the transceiver is properly connected to an
operating GPS receiver.
6.2.1 Sending a Distress Call Automatically
1.Lift the red spring loaded DISTRESS cover
and press the DISTRESS key. The distress
menu will appear on the LCD.
NOTE
If GPS is connected skip steps 2 and 3 and go directly to step 4.
2. Press the DISTRESS or CALL/SET key until
the distress sending menu appear.
When a GPS is connected and INVALID is not
displayed, LCD will show step 4.
3. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select
SEND.
When you select MANUAL, refer to 6.2.2
Sending a Distress Call Manually.
4. Press and hold the DISTRESS or CALL/SET
key for 3 seconds or more. Holding time will
appear on the LCD.
5. When the distress signal is sent, the dot-matrix
area of the LCD will be as shown in the
illustration on the left.
After the message has been sent, the Distress
Alarm will sound.
6. The transceiver “shadow-watches” for a
transmission between CH16 and CH70 until an
acknowledgment signal is received. “DISTRESS”
and “WAITING” will appear on the LCD.
7. If no acknowledgment is received, the distress call is repeated in 4
minute intervals until an acknowledgment is received.
DISTRESS
WAITING
>DISTRESS
NATURE OF
EXIT
A
DISTRESS
>SEND
MANUAL
EXIT
A
PRESS AND
HOLD 3 SECOND
FOR TRANSMIT
A
TX HI USA
(When No GPS is connected
or INVALID is displayed, LCD
shows below figure.)
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 23
8. To cancel a Distress Call, press the 16/9 key,
turn the Channel Selector knob to select
CANCEL. Then, press the CALL/SET key or
turn off the radio.
9. When a distress acknowledgment is received, a
distress alarm sounds and channel 16 is
automatically selected.
LCD shows ID and the answering type.
RECEIVED ACK: acknowledgment signal is received.
RECEIVED RLY: relay signal is received from
other vessel or coast station.
10. To cancel the alarm, press any key.
NOTE
When a GPS receiver with NMEA output is connected, the vessel’s
position is automatically transmitted with the distress call.
6.2.2 Sending a Distress Call and Manually Inputting a Position
1. Perform steps 1 through 2 of 6.2.1 Sending a
Distress Call Automatically.
2. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select
MANUAL and press the CALL/SET key.
3. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select the
desired numeral and press the CALL/SET key.
UTC (Universal Time Coordinates also known as
GMT) area is entered for a time. The time can be
entered through 0:00 - 23:59. “–
.
– –' N” area is
entered the north latitude. The north latitude can
be entered through 0
.
00 - 90
.
00. “–
.
– –' W” area
is entered the west longitude. The west
longitude can be entered through 0
.
00' - 180
.
00.
4. Press and hold the DISTRESS key for 3 seconds or more. Holding
time will appear on the LCD.
5. Perform steps 5 through 10 of 6.2.1 Sending a Distress Call
Automatically.
DISTRESS
NATURE OF
>CANCEL
EXIT
A
DISTRESS
ID987654321
RECEIVED ACK
A
DISTRESS
0
.
00' N
A
UTC 0:00
0
.
00' W
DISTRESS
SEND
>MANUAL
EXIT
A
(When DISTRESS signal has
been sent and it will be sent
again, LCD shows below figure.)
page 24 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
6.3 SENDING A DISTRESS CALL WITH NATURE
OF DISTRESS
The NATURE OF on type of distress call can be selected and transmitted.
The distress call automatically includes the vessels DSC MMSI and Lat/
Lon position. The vessels position will be sent only if the transceiver is
properly connected to an operating GPS receiver.
1. Lift the red spring loaded DISTRESS cover and
press the red DISTRESS key. The distress call
menu will appear.
2. Turn the Channel Selector knob or press the
UP or DOWN key on the microphone to select
the nature of distress ( NATURE OF).
3. Press the CALL/SET key.
The dot-matrix area of LCD will be as shown in
the illustration on the left.
4. Turn the Channel Selector knob or press the UP or DOWN key on
microphone to select the NATURE OF DISTRESS. To send a
DISTRESS CALL with NATURE OF DISTRESS, press and hold
CALL/SET key until the distress signal is sent.
5. After a message has been sent, the transceiver
“DSC SCAN” between CH16 and CH70 until an
acknowledgment is received. (Example: Fire is
sent.)
6. If no acknowledgment is received, the distress call is repeated in 4
minute intervals until an acknowledgment is received.
To cancel this, turn power OFF then ON again.
7. When a distress acknowledgment is received, emergency alarm
sounds and channel 16 is automatically selected.
8. To cancel the alarm, press any key.
>DISTRESS
NATURE OF
CANCEL
EXIT
A
DISTRESS
>NATURE OF
CANCEL
EXIT
A
FIRE
WAITING
>FIRE
FLOODING
COLLISION
GROUNDING
A
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 25
6.4 SENDING AN INDIVIDUAL CALL
This feature allows the user to contact another user vessel DSC and to
automatically switch the receiving DSC radio to a desired working channel.
This feature is similar to calling a vessel on CH16 and requesting to go to
another channel. To send an individual call, see section 7.5 INDIVIDUAL
DIRECTORY SETUP. The individual call function allows you to transmit a
DSC signal to a specific party only, prompting communication on a voice
channel.
1. Select the traffic channel for voice communica-
tion.
2. Press the CALL/SET key.
The DSC CALLING menu will appear.
3. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select
INDIVIDUAL.
(To cancel, select EXIT with the Channel
Selector knob or press the 16/9 key.)
4. Press the CALL/SET key.
The transceiver will beep, and the individual
directory will appear.
5. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select the
individual you want to contact.
6. Press the CALL/SET key to transmit the
individual DSC signal.
7. After INDIVIDUAL CALL is transmitted, the
transceiver will wait 8 seconds for the
acknowledgment. If the reply signal is not
received, the transceiver will transmit again.
8. After the second INDIVIDUAL CALL is
transmitted, if the reply signal is not received,
the dot matrix area of the LCD will display
“>SEND” to prompt the user to send the call
again or exit the mode.
9. When an individual call acknowledgment “able
to comply” is received, the established channel
is automatically selected and an alarm sounds.
NO REPLY
BOB
>SEND
EXIT
A
>INDIVIDUAL
GROUP
ALL SHIPS
TELEPHONE
A
>TOM
MIKE
BOB
DICK
A
TOM
MIKE
>BOB
DICK
A
INDIVIDUAL
BOB
WAITING
HI USA
CCG
A
HI USA
CCG
A
page 26 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
10. When an individual call acknowledgment with
“unable to comply” is received, the established
channel is automatically selected.
11. To cancel, select EXIT using the Channel Selector knob and press
the CALL/SET key.
This procedure can be also canceled as follows;
Press the CALL/SET key or 16/9 key.
6.5 SENDING A GROUP CALL
This feature allows the user to contact a group of specific vessels using
DSC and to automatically switch to a desired channel. This feature allows
you to transmit a DSC signal with group MMSI that has been set according
to section 7.13 Group MMSI INPUT.
1. Select the desired channel to use Group Call for
voice communications.
2. Press the CALL/SET key. The DSC CALLING
menu will appear.
3. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select GROUP.
To cancel, select EXIT with the Channel
Selector knob or press 16/9 key.
4. Press the CALL/SET key.
5. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select SEND.
To cancel, select EXIT with the Channel
Selector knob or press 16/9 key.
6. Press the CALL/SET key.
When the Group Call signal is sent, the dot-
matrix area of the LCD will be as shown in the
illustration on the left.
7. After the GROUP CALL is transmitted, all the
radios in the group will switch to the designated
channel.
UNATTENDED
BOB
>SEND
EXIT
A
INDIVIDUAL
A
>GROUP
ALL SHIPS
TELEPHONE
GROUP
A
>SEND
EXIT
>INDIVIDUAL
GROUP
ALL SHIPS
TELEPHONE
A
HI USA
CCG
A
HI USA
CCG
A
TX HI USA
WAITING
A
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 27
6.6 SENDING AN ALL SHIPS CALL
The All Ships Call function allows contact to be established with other
vessel stations without having their ID in the individual calling directory.
Also, priority for the call can be designated as Urgency, Safety or Routine.
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.
SAFETY Call: Used to transmit boating safety information to other vessels.
This message usually contains information about an overdue boat, debris in
the water. Loss of a navigation aid or an important meteorological message.
1. Select the traffic channel (for voice
communication).
2. Press the CALL/SET key. The DSC CALLING
menu will appear.
3. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select ALL
SHIPS.
4. Press the CALL/SET key.
To cancel this, turn the Channel Selector knob
to select EXIT.
5. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select the
nature of call (URGENCY, SAFETY or ROUTINE).
6. Press the CALL/SET key to transmit the
selected type of ALL SHIPS DSC call. When
ROUTINE is selected, the signal is transmitted
then the transceiver will wait on the channel
selected in step 1.
7. After the ALL SHIPS CALL is transmitted, the
transceiver will wait on CH16 except ROUTINE.
>URGENCY
SAFETY
ROUTINE
EXIT
A
TX HI USA
WAITING
A
INDIVIDUAL
A
GROUP
>ALL SHIPS
TELEPHONE
>URGENCY
SAFETY
ROUTINE
EXIT
A
>INDIVIDUAL
GROUP
ALL SHIPS
TELEPHONE
A
HI USA
CCG
A
HI USA
DISTRESS
page 28 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
6.7 MariTEL DSC TELEPHONE CALL
DSC telephone function allows the user to transmit and receive DSC
telephone calls automatically from ship to a shore based telephone (MariTel)
coast station, or from a shore based telephone to your vessel. The
Spectrum+ has a telephone directory similar to a cellular phone. Phone
numbers have to be preprogrammed into to the memory of the radio before
this function will operate properly. See section 7.6 Telephone ID setup.
6.7.1 Sending a Ship to Shore Call
1. Press the CALL/SET key.
The DSC CALLING menu will appear.
2. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select
TELEPHONE.
3. Press the CALL/SET key.
4. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select
telephone name you want to contact.
5. Press the CALL/SET key.
When the Telephone call signal is sent, the dot-
matrix area of the LCD will be as shown in the
illustration on the left.
6. When the transceiver receives the telephone
call starting signal, the channel is switched to
telephone call channel and the alarm will sound.
If you receive no acknowledgment signal, refer
to 6.7.3 Resend Telephone Call Signal. If you
receive Busy signal, refer to 6.7.4 Resend
Telephone Call When Receive Busy Signal.
7. To end Telephone Call, press the CALL/SET
key.
8. When the transceiver has received the telephone
call ending signal, the transceiver is switched to
the previous channel and the elapsed time will be
shown as the illustration on the left.
If no elapsed time data is received, “– – : – – : – –”
will be shown.
INDIVIDUAL
A
GROUP
ALL SHIPS
>TELEPHONE
TOM
>MIKE
BOB
DICK
A
>INDIVIDUAL
GROUP
ALL SHIPS
TELEPHONE
A
HI USA
TELEPHONE
MIKE
>END CALL
TX HI USA
TELEPHONE
MIKE
TELEPHONE
CALL FINISHED
ELPSD TIME
00 : 03 : 25
TELEPHONE
CALL FINISHED
ELPSD TIME
--
:
--
:
--
TX HI USA
TELEPHONE
MIKE
TX HI USA
MIKE
WAITING
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 29
6.7.2 Receiving a Shore to Ship Call
After a DSC Telephone call from a shore station has been received the radio
will automatically be switched to the MariTel Marine operator channel.
1. When the transceiver receives the telephone call
starting signal from the shore, the alarm will sound.
2. To take the incoming call, press the PTT and
start talking to the person.
3. To end the call, press the CALL/SET key.
4. When the transceiver has received the
telephone call ending signal, the transceiver is
switched to the previous channel and the
elapsed time will be shown as the illustration on
the left. If no elapsed time data is received "- - : -
- :- - " will be shown.
6.7.3 Resend Telephone Call Signal
When you send starting or ending telephone call signal to the coast station
and you receive no acknowledgment signal from coast station during 8
seconds or more, Resending menu will appear. You can resend the
telephone call with this menu.
1. You receive no acknowledgment signal from
coast station, the dot-matrix area of the LCD will
be as shown in the illustration on the left.
2. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select SEND.
To exit the Telephone Call mode, turn the Channel Selector knob
to select EXIT and press the CALL/SET key.
6.7.4 Resend Telephone Call When Receive Busy Signal
When you send starting telephone call signal to the coast station and you
receive Busy signal from coast station, a menu will appear. You can
resend the telephone call with this menu.
1. You receive busy signal from coast station, the
dot-matrix area of the LCD will be as shown in
the illustration on the left.
2. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select SEND.
To exit the telephone call, turn the Channel Selector knob to select
EXIT and press the CALL/SET key.
NO REPLY
MIKE
>SEND
EXIT
A
UNATTENDED
MIKE
>SEND
EXIT
A
HI USA
TELEPHONE
>END CALL
TELEPHONE
CALL FINISHED
ELPSD TIME
00 : 03 : 25
TELEPHONE
CALL FINISHED
ELPSD TIME
--
:
--
:
--
page 30 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
6.8 DSC STANDBY
The DSC Standby function allows the transceiver to reply to DSC calls with
the UNATTENDED message and logs the calls in the call waiting directory
(This feature is similar to an answering machine). When set to the DSC
Standby mode, voice traffic may still be monitored on the selected channel.
1. Press the CALL/SET key.
The DSC CALLING menu will appear.
2. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select the
STANDBY mode.
3. Press the CALL/SET key.
4. When an individual DSC call is received, the radio will respond with
the UNATTENDED message if an operator cannot answer the call.
The DSC call will be logged into the radio’s call waiting directory.
5. To cancel this, press the 16/9 key.
NOTE
This function is available as following;
DSC SCAN is turned on, or the current channel is set CH70 if DSC
SCAN is turned off.
6.9 CALL WAITING DIRECTORY
The DSC Call Waiting directory logs 10 received distress calls, and logs 20
individual calls that are received and not answered within 5 minutes or while
the radio is set on the DSC Standby function. Calls will be logged while busy
with other communications as long as the transmitter is not keyed at the time
of the call. If the call is answered within 5 minutes the call will not be logged.
When a call is logged, a message will appear on the LCD.
NOTE
When a DISTRESS CALL is received, this call will be logged on the
distress call waiting directory.
GROUP
ALL SHIPS
TELEPHONE
>STANDBY
A
HI USA
DSC STANDBY
UNATTENDED
A
>INDIVIDUAL
GROUP
ALL SHIPS
TELEPHONE
A
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 31
6.9.1 Operation of Distress Call Waiting
1. Press the CALL/SET key.
The DSC CALLING menu will appear.
2. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select CALL
WAIT.
3. Press the CALL/SET key.
4. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select
DISTRESS.
5. Press the CALL/SET key to display the log data
which was received last.
6. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select another logged call
7. To exit from Distress Call Waiting, press the CALL/SET key and
select EXIT.
6.9.2 Operation of Individual Call Waiting
1. Press the CALL/SET key.
The DSC CALLING menu will appear.
2. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select CALL
WAIT.
3. Press the CALL/SET key.
4. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select
INDIVIDUAL.
5. Press the CALL/SET key to enter the individual
log.
ALL SHIPS
TELEPHONE
STANDBY
>CALL WAIT
A
CALL WAIT
>DISTRESS
INDIVIDUAL
EXIT
A
JUN15 8:45P
ID987654321
35
.
55.000'N
A
138
.
28.000'W
CALL WAIT
>DISTRESS
INDIVIDUAL
EXIT
A
CALL WAIT
DISTRESS
>INDIVIDUAL
EXIT
A
CALL WAIT
>DISTRESS
INDIVIDUAL
EXIT
A
>INDIVIDUAL
GROUP
ALL SHIPS
TELEPHONE
A
ALL SHIPS
TELEPHONE
STANDBY
>CALL WAIT
A
>INDIVIDUAL
GROUP
ALL SHIPS
TELEPHONE
A
page 32 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
6. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select the
name.
7. Press the CALL/SET key to display the logged
call.
8. Press the CALL/SET key to resend the INDIVIDUAL CALL.
9. To exit from Individual Call Waiting, select EXIT and press the
CALL/SET key.
10. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select another logged call or to
select EXIT.
11. Press the CALL/SET key to access next logged call or EXIT.
6.10 POSITION REQUEST
The position request mode may be used to show the position of another
vessel that has a DSC radio with this feature. The other vessel must have
an operating GPS receiver connected to its DSC transceiver and must not
have its transceiver set to deny position requests. (Refer the section 7.5 to
enter information into the individual directory)
1. Select a traffic channel, then press the CALL/
SET key. Then the DSC CALLING menu will
appear in the display.
2. Turn the Channel Selector knob or press the
UP/DOWN keys on the microphone to select the
POS REQUEST.
3. Press CALL/SET key to show the Position
request directory. This directory uses the
INDIVIDUAL Directory information.
4. Turn the Channel Selector knob or press the UP/
DOWN keys on the microphone to select a name.
5. Press the CALL/SET key to transmit the
position request DSC call.
JUN15 8:45P
ID987654321
A
EXIT
>SEND
>NAME1
NAME2
NAME3
NAME4
A
>TOM
MIKE
BOB
DICK
A
TELEPHONE
STANDBY
CALL WAIT
>POS REQUEST
A
TOM
MIKE
>BOB
DICK
A
TX HI USA
BOB
>INDIVIDUAL
GROUP
ALL SHIPS
TELEPHONE
A
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 33
6. After a DSC position request is transmitted, the transceiver remains
on channel 70 until position data is received.
7. The transceiver received position data from a
vessel.
8. If the transceiver does not receive a reply, the
LCD will display “>SEND” to prompt the user to
send the call again or exit the mode.
9. If the transceiver received no position data, the
LCD will show “NO POSITION DATA”.
10. When the transceiver receives the requested position, the
transceiver outputs a NMEA DSC sentence which may be used by a
Standard Horizon GPS chart plotter to show the vessels position.
6.11 POSITION SEND
The position send mode may be used to send your position to another radio
with this feature. Your vessel must have an operating GPS receiver
connected to its SPECTRUM+ to send the position and must not have its
transceiver set to deny position send.
When other vessel receives your position, the
transceiver outputs a NMEA DSC sentence
which may be used by a Standard Horizon GPS
chart plotter to show your position.
1. Select a traffic channel, then press the CALL/
SET key. Then the DSC CALLING menu will
appear in the display.
2. Turn the Channel Selector knob or press the
UP/DOWN keys on the microphone to select the
POS SEND.
3. Press the CALL/SET key to select the Position
send directory. This directory uses the
INDIVIDUAL Directory information.
POS REQUEST
BOB
A
35
.
55.000'N
138
.
28.000'W
NO REPLY
BOB
>SEND
EXIT
A
POS REQUEST
BOB
NO POSITION
DATA
A
>TOM
MIKE
BOB
DICK
A
STANDBY
CALL WAIT
POS REQUEST
>POS SEND
A
>INDIVIDUAL
GROUP
ALL SHIPS
TELEPHONE
A
JUN15 7:00P
15KT 160T
A
138
.
20.000'W
35
.
88.000'N
page 34 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
4. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select a
name.
5. Press the CALL/SET key to transmit your
position DSC call.
6. After your position DSC is transmitted, the
resend menu will appear.
When you send your position DSC again, select
SEND and press the CALL/SET key.
When you exit the mode, select EXIT and press
the CALL/SET key.
7. The transceiver returns to radio mode.
6.12 RECEIVING DSC CALLS
Several types of DSC transmissions can be received. The required action
depends on the particular DSC type as outlined in the following examples.
NOTE
If the radio is receiving on a working channel or transmitting on a
working channel, DSC calls will not be received.
6.12.1 Receiving a distress call
1. A distress call is received. An emergency alarm
sounds.
Then channel 16 is automatically selected.
2. Press any key to stop the alarm.
3. If the received distress data does not include the
position data, the LCD will show the display on
the left.
NOTE
You must continue monitoring channel 16 as a coast station may
require assistance in any rescue attempt.
DISTRESS
ID366911111
NO POSITION
DATA
DISTRESS
ID366911111
35
.
55.000'N
138
.
28.000'W
TOM
MIKE
>BOB
DICK
A
TX HI USA
BOB
POS SEND
MIKE
>SEND
EXIT
A
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 35
6.12.2 Receiving a distress relay call
1. A distress relay call is received. An emergency
alarm sounds.
Then channel 16 is automatically selected.
2. Press any key to stop the alarm.
NOTE
You must continue monitoring channel 16 as a coast station may
require assistance in any rescue attempt.
6.12.3 Receiving an all ships call
1. An all ships call is received. An emergency
alarm sounds.
Then channel 16 is automatically selected.
2. Press any key to stop the alarm.
3. Monitor channel 16 or traffic channel until the URGENCY
communication is completed.
6.12.4 Receiving a geographical area call
1. A geographical call is received. An emergency
alarm sounds (different from DISTRESS). Then
the requested channel from the other ship is
automatically selected.
2. Press any key to stop the alarm.
3. Monitor the traffic channel for an announcement from the calling ship.
NOTE
This feature is only available when a GPS receiver is connected.
DISTRESS
ID366911111
35
.
55.000'N
138
.
28.000'W
ALL SHIPS
ID366911111
JUN15 7:00P
GEOGRAPHICAL
ID366911111
JUN15 7:00P
page 36 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
6.12.5 Receiving an individual call
When receiving an individual call, an acknowledgment must be sent back
to the calling station.
1. An individual call is received. An individual call
alarm sounds. Then the radio automatically
switches to the requested channel.
2. Press any key to stop the alarm.
3. Press the PTT on the mic and talk to the calling ship.
6.12.6. Receiving a position request
When a position request call is received from another vessel, a calling
alarm will sound and POS REQUEST will show in the LCD. Operation
and transceiver function differs depending on the SET UP POS
REPLAY mode setting.
Automatically reply:
1. When a position request call is received, a
calling alarm sounds 4 times. Then requested
position coordinates are transmitted
automatically.
2. To exit from position request display, press any key.
Manually reply:
1. When a position request call is received, the
LCD will be as shown in the illustration on the
left.
2. A calling alarm sounds 4 times. Then select type
of reply function REPLY or EXIT by using the
Channel Selector knob.
3. When REPLY is selected, press the CALL/SET key. And the
requested position coordinates will be transmitted.
4. To exit from position request display, press any key.
POS REQUEST
JIM
JUN15 7:00P
A
POS REQUEST
JIM
>REPLY
EXIT
A
POS REQUEST
JIM
>REPLY
EXIT
A
INDIVIDUAL
BOB
JUN15 4:00P
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 37
7.
DSC / RADIO SETUP MODE
7.1 SETUP
1. Press and hold down the CALL/SET key until
the SETUP menu appears.
2. To select the items, turn the Channel Selector
knob.
NOTE
The Optional RAM MIC CMP23 cannot change the
SETUP menu. The SETUP menu is displayed in the LCD
of the CMP23 as shown in the illustration on the right.
7.2 LAMP ADJUSTING
1. Select LAMP ADJUST in the SETUP menu with
the Channel Selector knob.
2. Press the CALL/SET key.
The lamp adjusting menu will appear.
3. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select the
desired level.
When OFF is selected, the lamp is extinguished.
When HI is selected, the lamp is brightest.
4. Press the CALL/SET key to store the selected level.
The LCD will return to the SETUP menu.
7.3 LCD CONTRAST
1. Select CONTRAST in the SETUP menu with the
Channel Selector knob.
2. Press the CALL/SET key.
The contrast setting menu will appear. The
contrast level can be set from 1 to 7.
>LAMP ADJUST
CONTRAST
CH NAME
INDIV DIR
A
LANP ADJUST
A
>CONTRAST
CH NAME
INDIV DIR
>HI
LO
OFF
A
HI
LO
>OFF
A
CONTRAST
1
A
>LAMP ADJUST
CONTRAST
CH NAME
INDIV DIR
A
page 38 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
3. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select the
desired level. (Example: 5 is selected)
The contrast is stronger as the selected level increases.
4. Press the CALL/SET key to store the selected level.
The LCD will return to the SETUP menu.
7.4 CH NAMING
1. To select USA, INT or CANADA, press and hold the 16/9 key and
press WX key.
2. Select CH NAME in the SETUP menu (press
and hold the CALL/SET key) with the Channel
Selector knob.
3. Press the CALL/SET key.
4. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select the
channel to be named and press the CALL/SET
key.
5. Turn the Channel Selector knob scroll through
the alphabet and 0 - 9.
6. Press the CALL/SET key to enter the desired
letter and move the cursor one space to the
right. Repeat procedure until the name is
complete. The name can consist of up to twelve
characters, if you do not use all twelve character
press the CALL/SET key to move to the next
space. If you clear the previous letter, press the
H/L key.
7. To enter the name, press the CALL/SET key for 1 second or more.
8. If you want to enter the name of another
channel, select NEXT and press the CALL/SET
key. Repeat steps 2 through 6.
To return the Setup menu, select the EXIT and
press the CALL/SET key.
CONTRAST
5
A
LAMP ADJUST
A
CONTRAST
>CH NAME
INDIV DIR
CH NAME USA
PORT OPR
CH NAME USA
PORT OPR
CH NAME USA
VERTEX
CH NAME USA
>NEXT
EXIT
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 39
7.5 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY SETUP (DSC)
1. Press and hold the CALL/SET key until the
SETUP menu is displayed.
2. Select INDIV DIR by using the Channel
Selector knob.
3. Press the CALL/SET key to enter the individual
directory.
4. Turn the Channel Selector knob to display the
next address number.
(Example: The address number 01 - 04 have
been stored in the illustration on the left.)
The address number can be set from 01 to 30.
5. Press the CALL/SET key to store the address
number.
6. Turn the Channel Selector knob scroll through
the alphabet and 0 - 9.
7. Press the CALL/SET key to enter the desired
letter and move the cursor one space to the
right. Repeat procedure until the name is
complete. The name can consist of up to eleven
characters, if you do not use all eleven
characters press the CALL/SET key to move to
the next space. This method can also be used
to enter a blank space in the name. To clear the
previous letter, press the H/L key.
8. After the eleventh letter or space has been entered, press the
CALL/SET key to advance to the MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service
Identity Number) number entry.
9. Turn the Channel Selector knob to scroll through numbers, 0-9. To
enter the desired number and move one space to the right press the
CALL/SET key. Repeat procedure until all nine space of MMSI
number are entered.
LAMP ADJUST
A
CONTRAST
CH NAME
>INDIV DIR
NAME
––––––––
MMSI
NAME
––––––––
MMSI
–
NAME
––––––––
MMSI
B
NAME
––––––––
MMSI
B O
NAME
––––––––
MMSI
page 40 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
10. After entering the MMSI number press and hold
the CALL/SET key until the screen prompts you
to select NEXT or EXIT.
11. To enter another individual address select NEXT with the Channel
Selector knob and press the CALL/SET key. Repeat steps 4 through 10.
12. To exit the individual directory setup, select EXIT with the Channel
Selector knob and press the CALL/SET key.
NOTE
Selecting NEXT or EXIT will automatically save the name and MMSI
number into memory.
7.6 DSC TELEPHONE DIRECTORY ID INPUT
1. Press and hold the CALL/SET key until the
SETUP menu is displayed.
2. Select TELEPHONE with the Channel Selector
knob and press the CALL/SET key.
3. Select the desired memory address with the
Channel Selector
knob and press the CALL/SET key.
4. To enter the letter of the name, turn the Channel
Selector knob, scroll through the alphabet and 0
- 9 and press the CALL/SET key. Repeat
procedure until the name is complete. The name
can consist of up to eleven characters.
5.
A cursor will be moved to the telephone number section
when the name is entered up to eleven characters.
6. To enter the telephone number, turn the Channel
Selector knob scroll through the 0 - 9 and press
the CALL/SET key. Repeat procedure until the
telephone number is complete. The telephone
number can consist of up to 16 digits.
The display will show up to 12 digits, when you
enter 13 digits or more, the arrow symbol will
appear. Press and hold the CALL/SET key to
store the telephone number.
BOB
MMSI
>NEXT
EXIT
CONTRAST
CH NAME
INDIV DIR
>TELEPHONE
A
NAME
TELEPHONE#
NAME
TELEPHONE#
-
NAME
TELEPHONE#
VERTEX2
NAME
TELEPHONE#
VERTEX2
-
NAME
TELEPHONE#←
VERTEX2
031234567890
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 41
CH NAME
INDIV DIR
TELEPHONE
>POS REPLY
A
MANUAL
A
>AUTO
7. Press and hold the CALL/SET key until Coast
MMSI is displayed.
8. To enter the Coast MMSI, turn the Channel
Selector knob scroll through the 0 - 9 and press
the CALL/SET key. Repeat procedure until the
Coast MMSI is complete. The Coast MMSI can
consist of up to nine digits.
9. To store Coast MMSI, press the CALL/SET key
for 1 second or more.
10. To enter another Telephone Memory ID, select
NEXT and press the CALL/SET key. Repeat
steps 3 through 8. Up to 30 Telephone ID
numbers can be entered.
To return the Setup menu, select EXIT and
press the CALL/SET key.
NOTE
Refer to the section 9.3 MAKING TELEPHONE CALLS.
7.7 POSITION REQUEST REPLY TYPE
1. Press and hold the CALL/SET key until the SETUP menu is displayed.
2. Select POS REPLY in the SETUP menu with
the Channel Selector knob.
3. Press the CALL/SET key.
The position request reply type menu will
appear.
4. Press the Channel Selector knob to select AUTO or MANUAL.
In AUTO mode, after a DSC POS Request is received the radio will
automatically transmit your vessels position. In MANUAL mode, the
display of the SPECTRUM+ will show who is requesting the position.
To send your position, you will have to press the CALL/SET key.
5. Press the CALL/SET key to store a selected reply type.
The LCD display will return to the SETUP menu.
TELEPHONE#
COAST MMSI
031234567890
-
VERTEX2
>NEXT
EXIT
031234567890
page 42 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
7.8 VOICE SCRAMBLER
1. Press and hold the CALL/SET key until the SETUP menu is
displayed.
2. Select SCRAMBLER in the SETUP menu with
the Channel Selector knob.
3. Press the CALL/SET key.
The scrambler setup menu will appear.
4. Select CODE in the SCRAMBLER SETUP menu and press the
CALL/SET key.
5. Turn the Channel Selector knob to change the
scrambler code.
The scrambler code can be set from 0 to 3.
6. Press the CALL/SET key to store the selected code.
The LCD will return the SCRAMBLER SETUP menu.
7. Select CHANNEL in the SCRAMBLER SET UP
menu and press the CALL/SET key.
8. Turn the Channel Selector knob to change the
scrambled channel.
9. Press the CALL/SET key to store the selected channel.
Repeat steps 8 and 9 to set other channels.
10. Press and hold down the CALL/SET key to exit
from the channel select menu.
The LCD will return to the SCRAMBLER
SETUP menu.
11. Select ON to use the scrambler operation and
press the CALL/SET key.
The LCD will return to the SETUP menu.
NOTE
This menu will not appear unless a CVS2500 is installed.
INDIV DIR
TELEPHONE
POS REPLY
>SCRAMBLER
A
CODE
0
A
>CODE
CHANNEL
ON
OFF
A
CODE
>CHANNEL
ON
OFF
A
USA
CHANNEL
A
CODE
>CHANNEL
ON
OFF
A
MEM USA
CHANNEL
A
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 43
7.9 KEY BEEP (ON OR OFF)
1. Press and hold the CALL/SET key until the SETUP menu is
displayed.
2. Select KEY BEEP in the SETUP menu with the
Channel Selector knob.
3. Press the CALL/SET key.
The KEY BEEP setting menu will appear.
4. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select ON or OFF.
5. Press the CALL/SET key to set the key beep condition.
The LCD will return to the SETUP menu.
NOTE
Emergency alarm and beeps for DSC operation cannot be turned OFF.
7.10 INDIVIDUAL RING
1. Press and hold the CALL/SET key until the SETUP menu is
displayed.
2. Select INDIV RING in the SETUP menu with the
Channel Selector knob.
3. Press the CALL/SET key.
The INDIVIDUAL RING setting menu will
appear.
4. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select the ringing time for an
INDIVIDUAL CALL. DEFAULT setting rings for 3 minutes
continuously.
5. Press the CALL/SET key to store the INDIV RING.
The LCD will return to the SETUP menu.
OFF
A
>ON
POS REPLY
SCRAMBLER
KEY BEEP
>INDIV RING
A
>DEFAULT
5 RINGS
10 RINGS
15 RINGS
A
TELEPHONE
POS REPLY
SCRAMBLER
>KEY BEEP
A
page 44 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
7.11 TIME OFFSET
Sets the time difference between local time and UTC. Time is displayed
when position (LAT/LON) is displayed by pressing the NAV key.
1. Press and hold the CALL/SET key until the SETUP menu is
displayed.
2. Select TIME SET in the SETUP menu with the
Channel Selector knob.
3. Press the CALL/SET key.
The time offset menu appears.
4. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select time
offset from UTC.
See Figure 4 to find your offset time from UTC.
If 0:00 is assigned, the time is the same as UTC
(Universal Time Coordinated or GMT
Greenwich Mean Time)
5. Press the CALL/SET key to store the time offset.
The LCD will return to the SETUP menu.
0 +1 +2 +3 +4 +5 +6 +7 +8 +9 +10 +11 +12-1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12
+30
+30
+7
+7
+9
+30
+6
+5
+2
+3
UTC/GMT
SCRAMBLER
KEY BEEP
INDIV RING
>TIME SET
A
0 : 00
A
TIME SET
– 8 : 00
A
TIME SET
Figure 4. Offset time table
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 45
7.12 USER MMSI INPUT
1. Press and hold the CALL/SET key until the SETUP menu is
displayed.
2. Select the USER MMSI in the SETUP menu
with the Channel Selector knob.
3. Press the CALL/SET key.
The USER MMSI menu will appear, and the first
space will blink.
4. Turn the Channel Selector knob to set the
number (0 to 9 ).
5. Press the CALL/SET key to store the set
number.
The blinking number is stored, and the next
space will blink. To delete previous letter, press
the H/L key.
6. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set your MMSI.
7. When the last number of your MMSI is in place, press the CALL/
SET key to store your MMSI.
NOTE
User MMSI can be input only twice. If the user tries to
input MMSI more than twice, the radio will show the
display on the right. If the user needs to change the
MMSI more than twice, the transceiver will have to be
sent to Factory Service. Refer to the section 10.2
FACTORY SERVICE.
KEY BEEP
INDIV RING
TIME SET
>USER MMSI
A
USER MMSI
A
––––––––
USER MMSI
A
0 –––––––
USER MMSI
A
0 –––––––
USER MMSI
A
012345678
ERROR TOO
PRESS
CALL/SET KEY
A
MANY ENTRIES
page 46 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
7.13 GROUP MMSI INPUT
1. Press and hold the CALL/SET key until the SETUP menu is
displayed.
2. Select the GROUP MMSI in the SETUP menu
with the Channel Selector knob.
3. Press the CALL/SET key.
The GROUP MMSI menu will appear, and the
first space will blink.
4. Turn the Channel Selector knob to set the
number (0 to 9 ).
5. Press the CALL/SET key to store the set
number.
The blinking number is stored, and the next
space will blink.
6. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set your GROUP MMSI.
7. When the last number of your MMSI is in place, press and hold
down the CALL/SET key to store your MMSI.
INDIV RING
TIME SET
USER MMSI
>GROUP MMSI
A
GROUP MMSI
A
––––––––
GROUP MMSI
A
0 –––––––
GROUP MMSI
A
0 –––––––
GROUP MMSI
A
012345678
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 47
7.14 DSC SCANNING
The radios software has been updated to improve DSC Channel 70
SCANNING:
1. When a DSC call is received the radio will only show Channel 70 on
the display if the call was directed to the radios MMSI or if it is a
Distress or All ships DSC call.
2. Selection to turn ON or OFF the DSC SCAN function.
When the radio is shipped from the factory it is programmed so CH70 (the
DSC channel) is scanned at all times. A selection has been added to the
SETUP MENU in the radio 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 should be left ON.
TO CHANGE DSC SCAN METHOD:
1. Press and hold the CALL/SET key to enter into the SETUP mode.
2. Select DSC SCAN using the Channel Selector
knob.
3. Press the CALL/SET key. The DSC SCAN
setting menu will appear.
4. Turn the Channel Selector knob to select ON or OFF.
5. To store the selection, press the CALL/SET key. The LCD will
return to the SETUP menu.
USER MMSI
GROUP MMSI
>DSC SCAN
EXIT
A
OFF
A
>ON
page 48 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
8 RAM MIC OPERATION
If the optional RAM Mic (CMP23) is connected to the remote microphone
connector on the transceiver’s rear panel, then the transceiver can use the
remote control operation except for a few functions. The RAM Mic has a
maximum range of 50 feet (15 m) with the use of two 10-foot extension
cables (CAW23). The intercom operation can be used between the RAM
Mic and the transceiver.
8.1 RAM MIC CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS
POWER SWITCH (PWR)
Turns the transceiver on and off.
Press and hold down the PWR key until the LCD turns on. To turn the
transceiver off with the RAM Mic, press and hold the PWR key until the
LCD turns off.
SQUELCH KEY (SQL)
Activates the squelch adjusting mode.
Press this key to activate the squelch adjusting mode. Press the
or
key to adjust the squelch.
Sets the point at which random noise on the channel does not activate the
audio circuits but a received signal does. This point is called the “squelch
threshold”. Further adjustment of the squelch control by pressing the
key will degrade the reception of wanted transmissions.
When the SQL key is pressed and held down for 1 second or more, the
squelch is turned off.
VOLUME KEY (VOL)
Activates the volume adjusting mode.
Press this key to activate the volume adjusting mode. Press the
or
key to adjust the volume.
PTT (Push-To-Talk) SWITCH
Activates transmission.
16/9 KEY
Immediately recalls channel 16 from any channel location. Press and hold the
16/9 key to recall channel 9. Recalls the previous channel when the 16/9 key
is pressed again. When holding down the 16/9 key while pressing the WX key,
the mode toggles between USA, International and Canadian.
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 49
A/B Key
Immediately recalls two user assigned channels from any channel.
IC Key
Activates the intercom mode between the RAM Mic and the transceiver.
Refer to section 8.3, INTERCOM OPERATION.
WX Key
Immediately recalls a weather channel from any channel location. Recalls
the previous channel when the WX key is pressed again.
Secondary use
When holding down the 16/9 key while pressing the WX key, the mode
toggles between USA, International and Canadian.
SCAN Key
1. Starts and stops scanning of programmed channels.
2. If held while the UP or DOWN key is pressed, the radio will show the
channels in scan memory. This function will not work if the unit is scanning.
Secondary use
Press the MEM key to add the selected channel to the transceiver’s scan
memory, MEM will appear on the LCD to indicate that the channel has
been entered into scan memory. To delete the channel from scan memory,
press the MEM key until the MEM disappears from the LCD.
NOTE
If the transceiver is in the M-SCAN mode, then the RAM Mic is in SC
mode. If the transceiver is in P-SCAN mode, then the RAM Mic is in
PS mode.
SQL VOL PWR
16/9
WX
A/B
SCAN
IC H/L
MIC
LAMP
LAMP
CALL
CALL
Figure 5. CMP23 RAM Mic
page 50 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
MEM
A
H
L
S
D
I NTL
USA
CAN
SQL
VOL
BUSYTX
DOWN KEY ( )
Selects the desired channel and adjusts the volume and squelch levels.
Each press decreases the channel number, volume level and squelch
level. When held down, the channels or levels decrease continuously.
UP KEY ( )
Selects the desired channel and adjusts the volume and squelch levels.
Each press increases the channel number, volume level, and squelch
level. When held down, the channels or levels increase continuously.
Secondary use
When holding down the 16/9 key while pressing the UP
key, changes the
brightness (3 levels) of the LCD back light.
H/L KEY
Toggles between high and low power. When the H/L key is pressed while
the transceiver is on Canadian channel 13, USA channel 13 or 67, the
power will temporarily switch from LO to HI power until the PTT switch is
pressed. The H/L key does not function on transmit-inhibited and low
power-only channels.
8.2 INDICATORS
Channel Display
Displays the operating channel in both transmission and reception mode.
A Indicator
A simplex channel in USA or Canadian mode whose counterpart in the
International mode is a duplex channel.
TX/ BUSY Indicator
“TX” is displayed in transmitting mode. “BUSY” is displayed in receiving
mode.
USA/ INTL/ CAN Indicator
The mode of operation. “USA” indicates USA mode. “INTL” indicates
International mode and “CAN” indicates Canadian mode.
WX Indicator
A weather channel.
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 51
MEM Indicator
The channel is in the transceiver’s scan memory.
H/L Indicator
“H” is high power. “L” is low power. Blank is a reception only channel.
SQL/VOL Indicator
“SQL” is squelch adjusting mode. “VOL” is volume adjusting mode.
8.3 INTERCOM OPERATION
8.3.1 Communication
1. Press the IC key while in radio mode, the mode is then changed to
INTERCOM mode. If the IC key is pressed again the mode will
revert to radio mode.
2. “IC” is displayed on both the transceiver and the RAM Mic when the
intercom operation is activated.
3. Press the PTT switch. The “TX” indicator is displayed.
NOTE
A warning beep is emitted when the RAM Mic PTT switch is pressed
while the transceiver microphone’s PTT switch is pressed.
4. Speak slowly and clearly into the microphone, hold the microphone
about 1/2 inch away from your mouth.
5. When finished, release the PTT switch.
8.3.2 Calling
1. Hold down the IC key in the intercom operation for 1 second or
more. A calling beep is emitted twice from the transceiver speaker.
NOTE:
If the RAM Mic is connected to
the transceiver, the external
speaker volume is controlled
by the RAM Mic. If the RAM
Mic is not connected to the
transceiver, the external
speaker volume is controlled
by the radio.
Figure 6. Intercom operation
EXTERNAL
SPEAKER
RAM Mic
16/9
WX
A/B
SCAN
IC H/L
MIC
LAMP
CALL
SUBMERSIBLE
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page 52 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
9 OPERATING PRACTICES
9.1 EMERGENCY (CHANNEL 16 USE)
Channel 16 is known as the
Hail and Distress Channel
. An emergency
may be defined as a threat to life or property. In such instances, be sure
the transceiver is on and set to CHANNEL 16. Then use the following
procedure:
1. Press the microphone push-to-talk switch and say “Mayday, Mayday, Mayday.
This is , , ” (your vessel's name).
2. Then repeat once: “
Mayday
, ,” (your vessel’s name).
3. Now report your position in latitude/longitude, or by giving a true or magnetic
bearing (state which) to a well-known landmark such as a navigation aid or
geographic feature such as an island or harbor entry.
4. Explain the nature of your distress (sinking, collision, aground, fire, heart
attack, life-threatening injury, etc.).
5. State the kind of assistance your desire (pumps, medical aid, etc.).
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. If there is still no response,
try another channel.
9.2 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 messages. This channel
must be monitored at all times except when actually using another channel.
It is monitored by the U.S. and Canadian Coast Guards and by other
vessels. Use of channel 16 for hailing must be limited to initial contact
only. Calling should not exceed 30 seconds, but may be repeated 3 times
at 2-minute intervals. In areas of heavy radio traffic, congestion on channel
16 resulting from its use as a hailing channel can be reduced significantly in
U.S. waters by using channel 9 as the initial contact (hailing) channel for
non-emergency communications. Here, also, calling time should not
exceed 30 seconds but may be repeated 3 times at 2-minute intervals.
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 53
Prior to making contact with another vessel, refer to the channel charts in
this manual, and select an appropriate channel for communications after
initial contact. For example, Channels 68 and 69 of the U.S. VHF Charts
are some of the channels available to non-commercial (recreational)
boaters. Monitor your desired channel in advance to make sure you will not
be interrupting other traffic, and then go back to either channel 16 or 9 for
your initial contact.
When the hailing channel (16 or 9) is clear, state the name of the other
vessel you wish to call and then
“this is”
followed by the name of your
vessel and your Station License (Call Sign). When the other vessel returns
your call, immediately request another channel by saying
“go to”
, the
number of the other channel, and "over." Then switch to the new channel.
When the new channel is not busy, call the other vessel.
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; see your Owner's Manual.
9.3 MAKING TELEPHONE CALLS
To make a radiotelephone call, use a channel designated for this purpose,
The fastest way to learn which channels are used for radiotelephone traffic
is to ask at a local marina. Channels available for such traffic are
designated
Public Correspondence
channels on the channel charts in
this manual. Some examples 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.
The marine telephone company managing the VHF channel you are using
may charge a link-up fee in addition to the cost of the call.
page 54 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
9.4 OPERATING ON CHANNELS 13 AND 67
Channel 13 is used at docks and bridges and by vessels maneuvering in
port. Messages on this channel must concern navigation only, such as
meeting and passing in restricted waters.
Channel 67 is used for navigational traffic between vessels.
By regulation, power is normally limited to 1 Watt on these channels. Your
radio is programmed to automatically reduce power to this limit on these
channels. However, in certain situations it may be necessary to temporarily
use a higher power. See page 8 (H/L key) for means to temporarily override
the low-power limit on these two channels.
9.5 PROHIBITED COMMUNICATIONS
The FCC prohibits the following communications:
n False distress or emergency messages:
n Messages to "any boat" except in emergencies and radio tests;
n Messages to or from a vessel on land;
n Transmission while on land;
n Obscene, indecent, or profane language (potential fine of $10,000).
9.6 NOAA WEATHER ALERT TESTING
In the event of a major storm or other appreciable weather condition
requiring vessels at sea or other bodies of water to be notified, the NOAA
(National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration) broadcasts a
1050 Hz tone that some marine VHF radios can detect. (Refer to Section
5.7 “NOAA WEATHER ALERT” on how to use this feature.) This tone,
when detected, will produce a loud beep from the radio speaker to signal
that a weather alert is being broadcast.
In order to test this system, the NOAA broadcasts the 1050 Hz tone every
Wednesday, sometime between 11 AM and 1 PM. Any marine VHF radio
that can detect the weather alert tone, may use this test to verify that this
feature is functioning properly,
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 55
9.7 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING (DSC)
Digital Selective Calling is a semi-automated method of establishing a radio call, it
has been designated by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as an
international standard for establishing VHF, MF and HF radio calls. It has also been
designated part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) and it
is planned that DSC will eventually replace aural watches on distress frequencies
and will be used to announce routine and urgent maritime safety information
broadcasts.
This new service will allow mariners to instantly send a distress call with GPS position
(when connected to the transceiver) to the US Coast Guard and other vessels within
range of the transmission. DSC will also allow mariners to initiate or receive distress,
urgency, safety and routine calls to or from another vessel equipped with a DSC
transceiver.
9.7.1 USCG DSC Watch
The USCG has plans to upgrade its VHF National Distress System (expected by
2005), so at the time of printing only larger vessels that are required to carry VHF
DSC radios will be able to hear your distress transmission
9.8 MARITIME MOBILE SERVICE IDENTITY (MMSI)
9.8.1 What is a MMSI?
A MMSI is a nine digit number used on Marine Transceivers capable of using Digital
Selective Calling (DSC). This number is used like a telephone number to selectively
call other vessels.
9.9 USING DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING FEATURES
9.9.1 Distress Call
Transmits a DSC Distress message to all radios equipped to receive a DSC Distress
call. Some Standard Horizon radios may be connected to a GPS to also transmit the
Latitude, Longitude of the vessel.
9.9.2 Individual Call
This feature allows the user to contact another vessel capable of using DSC and
automatically switch the radio to a desired working channel. This feature is similar to
calling a desired vessel on CH16 and requesting them to go to another channel.
page 56 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
9.9.3 Group Call
This feature allows the user to contact a group or vessels capable of using DSC to
automatically switch the radios to a desired working channel for voice communication.
9.9.4 Urgency Call
This call should be used when a vessel may not be truly in distress, but have a
potential problem that might lead to a distress situation.
9.9.5 Safety Call
Used to transmit boating safety information to other vessels. This message usually
contains information about an overdue boat, a derelict afloat, loss of a navigation aid
or an important meteorological message.
9.9.6 Position request
Used to poll another vessel position via DSC and show it on the LCD of the radio.
9.9.7 Telephone Call
Used to automatically place a telephone call through a shore based telephone
company. (In the U.S. market contact maritel at 1866 - marinet for subscription details)
9.10 ADDITIONAL DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING
INFORMATION
For additional information the USCG has an excellent site that should be visited at
www.navcen.uscg.mil/marcoms/gmdss/dsc.html
9.11 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). Actual
transmission range depends much more on antenna type, gain and height than on
the power output of the transmitter. On a fixed mount 25W radio transmission expected
distances can be greater than 15 miles, for a portable 5W radio transmission the
expected distance can be greater than 5 miles in “line of sight”.
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 57
9.12 SELECTING AN ANTENNA
Marine antennas are made to radiate signals equally in all horizontal directions, but
not straight up. The objective of a marine antenna is to enhance the signal toward the
horizon. The degree to which this is accomplished is called the antenna’s gain. It is
measured in decibels (dB) and is one of the major factors in choosing an antenna. In
terms of effective radiated power (ERP), antennas are rated on the basis of how
much gain they have over a theoretical antenna with zero gain. A 3 foot, 3dB gain
antenna represents twice as much gain over the imaginary antenna. The length of
the antenna you choose, however, must also be related to the size of your boat.
Typically a 3 foot 3dB gain stainless steel whip is used on a sailboat mast. The longer
8 foot 6dB fiberglass whip is primarily used on power boats that require the additional
gain.
9.13 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-8 or RG-213/U should be used
for cable runs over 50 feet RG-8 should be used. For installation of the connector
onto the coaxial cable refer to the figure below.
To get your coax cable through a fitting and into your boat's interior, you may have
to cut off the end plug and reattach it later. You can do this if you follow the directions
that come with the connector. Be sure to make good soldered connections.
1/16''
3/4''
3/4''
1 1/8''
1/8''
5/8''3/8''
Adapter
page 58 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
10 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.
* 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.
In the unlikely event of serious problems, please contact your Dealer or
our repair facility. Address and phone numbers for this facility, as well as
warranty information, are contained in the section 12 WARRANTY.
10.1 REPLACEMENT PARTS
Occasionally an owner needs a replacement mounting bracket or knob.
These can be ordered from our Parts Department by writing or calling:
Marine Division of Vertex Standard
US Headquarters
17210 Edwards Rd., Cerritos, CA 90703
Commonly requested parts, and their part numbers are listed below.
Microphone, White (CMP351W) ................................ MP51000400
Microphone, Black (CMP351B) .................................. MP51000410
RAM Microphone Connector Cover ........................... 389B053010
Mounting Bracket, White ............................................ 444X160030
Mounting Bracket, Black ............................................ 444X160130
Mounting Bracket Knob, White .................................. 444X154030
Mounting Bracket Knob, Black ................................... 444X154130
Volume Control Knob ................................................. 443X154500
Squelch Control Knob ................................................ 443X154500
Accessory Cable ........................................................ ZD00600090
Power Cord ................................................................ ZC01300010
Mic Hanger, White...................................................... 277X155020
Mic Hanger, Black ...................................................... 277X155120
Dust Cover ................................................................. 03AX053010
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 59
10.2 FACTORY SERVICE
In the unlikely event that the radio fails to perform or needs servicing,
please contact the following:
Standard Horizon Factory Service
115 North Wright Brothers Drive
Salt Lake City, UT 84116-2838
Telephone (800) 366-4566
Fax No. (801) 359-4122
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.
page 60 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
PROBABLE
CAUSE
No DC voltage to the
transceiver, or blown
fuse.
Reversed power wires.
Engine noise.
External cable
Antenna.
The power supply
voltage is too high or
too low.
External cable.
Setting of the GPS
navigation receiver.
REMEDY
Press and hold the Power switch/
Volume control knob until the
transceiver turns on.
Check the power cable for DC voltage,
or replace the fuse (6A 250V).
Make sure the red wire is connected to
the positive battery post and the black
wire is connected to the negative. If
the fuse still blows, contact your
Dealer.
Reroute the DC power cables away
from the engine. Add noise
suppressor on power cable. Change
to resistive spark plug wires and/or
add an alternator whine filter.
Check the polarity of the connected
external cable.
Have the antenna checked or test the
transceiver with another antenna. If
the problem persists, contact your
Dealer for servicing.
Confirm that the connected power
supply voltage is not 24 volts or lower
than 9 volts. Confirm that the
generator has not malfunctioned.
Check the polarity of the connected
external cable.
Some GPS use the battery ground line
for NMEA connection.
Check the output signal format of the
GPS navigation receiver. This radio
requires NMEA0183 format with GLL
sentence as an output signal.
If the GPS has a baud rate setting make
sure to select 4800 and parity to NONE
SYMPTOM
Transceiver fails to
power up.
Transceiver blows fuse
when connected to
power supply.
Popping or whining noise
from the speaker while
engine runs.
Sound is not emitted from
the external speaker.
Receiving stations report
low transmit power, even
with transceiver set to HI
power.
“HI BATTERY” or “LOW
BATTERY” is displayed
when the power is turned
on.
Your position is not
displayed.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
10.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
LO USA
HI BATTERY
A
HI USA
INVALID
NO POSTION
DATA
A
JUN15 8:45P
INVALID
35
.
55.000'N
138
.
28.000'W
A
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 61
10.4 CONNECTION OF GPS WITH NMEA OUTPUT
Manufacturer / Model Wires SPECTRUM+
STANDARD HORIZON Green Brown/Green
CP150, CP160 and CP170C Blue Gray
Brown Blue
Furuno GP30, 36 White Blue
Blue Green
Furuno GP1650, 1850 White Blue
Black Green
Garmin Fixed Mounts Blue Blue
Black (ground) Green
Garmin Portables Brown Blue
Black (ground) Green
JRC GPS500 Yellow Blue
Green Green
JRC 100 SERIES Green Blue
Black Green
JRC 200 SERIES White Blue
Black Green
Lowrance Fixed Mount White Blue
Black (ground) Green
Lowrance Portable Orange Blue
Black (ground) Green
Magellan Fixed Mount Gray Blue
Black (ground) Green
Magellan Portable Orange Blue
Black (ground) Green
Northstar Yellow Blue
Black (ground) Green
Raytheon 420 Yellow Blue
Brown Green
Raytheon 520 / 620 Blue Blue
Brown Green
Raytheon RL SERIES White Blue
Brown Green
Simrad White Blue
Brown Green
Sitex Neptune, Nautilus Gray Blue
Brown Green
Additional Information:
• The GPS must have the NMEA Output turned on and set to 4800 Baud in the
setup menu. If there is a selection for parity select none.
• For further information on interfacing /setting up your GPS. Please contact the
manufacturer of the GPS receiver.
If you have further inquires, please feel free to contact us at:
Phone: (800) 767-2450
Fax: (562) 926-2497
Web site: standardhorizon.com
Email: marinetech@vxstdusa.com
page 62 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
11. CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS
Tables on the following columns list the VHF Marine Channel assignments for
U.S.A., Canada 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. International channels do not use “alpha” numbers.
If you call the Coast Guard on Channel 16, they will sometimes ask you to
“go to channel 22 Alpha.”
This is a channel assigned to U.S.A, and
Canadian Coast Guards for handling distress and other calls. If your radio
is set for
International
operation you will go to Channel 22 instead of 22A,
and will not be able to communicate with the Coast Guard. To use Channel
22A, your radio must be set for
USA
or
Canada
operation, usually by a U/
I/C (USA/International/Canada) control or combination of controls.
Channel 22 (without an “A”) is an
International
duplex channel for port
operations. Some radios indicate an “A” adjacent to the alpha channels on
the display; on others “alpha” is not indicated but the proper channel is
selected based on the U/I/C setting.
3. Bridge-to-Bridge channels (for example, Channel 13) are for use by
bridge operators on intercoastal waterways and rivers. It is also used by
marine vessels in the vicinity of these bridges for navigation and for
communicating with the bridge operators.
Note that a limit of 1 Watt is
specified for these channels.
See page 51 for additional information.
4. The
S/D
column on the chart indicates either S (simplex) or D (duplex).
Simplex
means 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. On channels specified
as duplex on the charts, correct mode of operation is established
automatically by your radio when you select a channel; you cannot change
the mode. And you still must release the push-to-talk switch after each
transmission in order to listen to the radio.
5. Channels normally used by recreational boaters are those that include
the term “non-commercial” in the
Channel Use
column of the chart. Some
of these are shared with other users and some are used only in certain
geographic regions. The Marine Radio – Telephone User’s Handbook
identifies shared channels in details.
6. Marine vessels equipped with VHF radios are required to monitor
Channel 16.
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 63
VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART
CH U C I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE
01 X X D 156.050 160.650 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
01A X S 156.050 Port Operation and Commercial. VTS in selected areas
02 X X D 156.100 160.700 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
03 X X D 156.150 160.750 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
03A X S 156.150 US Government only, Coast Guard
04 X D 156.200 160.800
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship
movement
04A X S 156.200 Pacific coast: Coast Guard, East Coast: Commercial fishing
05A X X S 156.250 Port operation. VTS in Seattle.
05 X D 156.250 160.850 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship
movement
06 X X X S 156.300 Inter-ship Safety
07 X D 156.350 160.950 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship
movement
07A X X S 156.350 Commercial
08 X X X S 156.400 Commercial (Inter-ship only)
09 X X X S 156.450 Boater Calling channel, Commercial & Non-commercial
(Recreational)
10 X X X S 156.500 Commercial
11 X X X S 156.550 Commercial. VTS in selected areas.
12 X X X S 156.600 Port operation. VTS in selected areas.
13 X X X S 156.650 Inter-ship Navigation Safety (Bridge-to-bridge)
14 X X X S 156.700 Port operation. VTS in selected areas.
15 X S --- 156.750 Environmental (Receive only)
15 X X S 156.750 Commercial, non-commercial, ship movement (1W)
16 X X X S 156.800 International Distress, Safety and Calling.
17 X X X S 156.850 State Controlled (1 W)
18 X D 156.900 161.500 Port operation, ship movement
18A X X S 156.900 Commercial
19 X D 156.950 161.550 Port operation, ship movement
19A X S 156.950 US: Commercial
19A X S 156.950 Coast Guard
20 X X D 157.000 161.600 Canadian Coast Guard Only, International: port operations and
shipment
20 X D 157.000 161.600 Canadian Coast Guard Only, International: port operations and
shipment (1 W)
20A X S 157.000 Port Operation
21 X D 157.050 161.650 Port operation, ship movement
21A X X S 157.050 U.S. Government Only, Canadian Coast Guard
22 X D 157.100 161.700 Port operation, ship movement
22A X X S 157.100 US and Canadian Coast Guard Liaison and Maritime Safety
Information Broadcasts announced on channel 16
23 X X D 157.150 161.750 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
23A X S 157.150 U.S. Government Only
24 X X X D 157.200 161.800 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
25 X X X D 157.250 161.850 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
26 X X X D 157.300 161.900 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
27 X X X D 157.350 161.950 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
28 X X X D 157.400 162.000 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
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VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART
CH U C I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE
60 X X D 156.025 160.625 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
61 X D 156.075 160.675 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship
movement
61A X X S 156.075 U.S. Government Only, Canadian Coast Guard-Pacific
Coast, Commercial Fishing-East Coast
62 X D 156.125 160.725 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship
movement
62A X S 156.125 Pacific Coast: Coast Guard; East Coast: commercial fishing only
63 X D 156.175 160.775 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship
movement
63A X S 156.175 Port Operation and Commercial. VTS in selected areas.
64 X X D 156.225 160.825 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship
movement
64A X X S 156.225 U.S. Government Only, Canadian Commercial Fishing
65 X D 156.275 160.875 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship
movement
65A X X S 156.275 Port Operations
66 X D 156.325 160.925 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship
movement
66A X S 156.325 Port Operations
66A X S 156.325 Port Operations (1W)
67 X X X S 156.375
US: Commercial. Used for Bridge-to-bridge communications in lower
Mississippi River. Inter-ship only, Canada: Commercial fishing, S&R
68 X X X S 156.425 Non-commercial (Recreational)
69 X X X S 156.475 US: Non-commercial (Recreational), Canada: Commercial
fishing only. International: Port operations and Ship movement
70 X X X S 156.525 Digital selective calling (voice communications not allowed)
71 X X X S 156.575 US, Canada: Non-commercial (Recreational),
International: Port
operations and Ship movement
72 X X X S 156.625 Non-commercial (Inter-ship only)
73 X X X S 156.675 US: Port Operations, Canada: Commercial fishing only,
International: Inter-ship, Port operations and Ship movement
74 X X X S 156.725 US: Port Operations, Canada: Commercial fishing only,
International: Inter-ship, Port operations and Ship movement
77 X X S 156.875 Port Operations (inter-ship only) (1 W)
77 X S 156.875 Port Operations (inter-ship only)
78 X D 156.925 161.525 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship
movement
78A X X S 156.925 Non-commercial(Recreational)
79 X D 156.975 161.575 Port operation and Ship movement
79A X X S 156.975 Commercial
80 X D 157.025 161.625 Port operation, ship movement
80A X X S 157.025 Commercial
81 X D 157.075 161.675 Port operation, ship movement
81A X X S 157.075 U.S. Government Only – Environmental protection operations.
82 X D 157.125 161.725 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship
movement
82A X X S 157.125 U.S. Government Only, Canadian Coast Guard Only
83 X D 157.175 161.775 Canadian Coast Guard Only
83A X X S 157.175 U.S. Government Only, Canadian Coast Guard Only
83 X D 157.175 161.775 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
84 X X X D 157.225 161.825 Public correspondence (Marine Operator)
85 X X X D 157.275 161.875 Public correspondence (Marine Operator)
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 65
The BOLD channels above are not for use by the general public in US water, unless
proper authorization is given.
VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART
CH U C I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE
86 X X X D 157.325 161.925 Public correspondence (Marine Operator)
87 X X X D 157.375 161.975 Public correspondence (Marine Operator)
88 X X X D 157.425 162.025 Public correspondence (ship-to-coast)
88A X S 157.425 Commercial, Inter-ship Only
WX01 X X X D --- 162.550 Weather (receive only)
WX02 X X X D --- 162.400 Weather (receive only)
WX03 X X X D --- 162.475 Weather (receive only)
WX04 X X X D --- 162.425 Weather (receive only)
WX05 X X X D --- 162.450 Weather (receive only)
WX06 X X X D --- 162.500 Weather (receive only)
WX07 X X X D --- 162.525 Weather (receive only)
WX08 X X X D --- 161.650 Weather (receive only)
WX09 X X X D --- 161.775 Weather (receive only)
WX10 X X X D --- 163.275 Weather (receive only)
page 66 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
12. WARRANTY
Marine Products Limited Warranty
STANDARD HORIZON (a division of VERTEX STANDARD) warrants, to
the original purchaser only, each new Marine Communications Product
("Product") manufactured and/or supplied by STANDARD HORIZON
against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service
for a period of time from the date of purchase as follows:
Fixed Mount and Portable Transceivers
1 year - if purchased before 01/01/91
3 years - if purchased between 01/01/91 and 01/01/94
3 years Waterproof - if purchased after 01/01/94
Loud hailers
1 year - if purchased before 01/01/91
3 years - if purchased after 01/01/91
Associated Chargers
1 year - if purchased before 01/01/91
3 years - if purchased after 01/01/91
Associated Batteries - 18 months. Note: Batteries will be deemed deflective only
if storage capacity drops below 80% of rated capacity or if leakage develops.
Associated Accessories- 1 year. Includes: Microphones/Handsets, External
Speakers, Antennas, Carrying Accessories, Power Supplies, and Signaling Boards.
To receive warranty service, the purchaser must deliver the Product,
transportation and insurance prepaid, to STANDARD HORIZON (a division of
VERTEX STANDARD )., 115 North Wright Brothers Dr, Salt Lake City, Utah
84116-2838, phone number 800-366-4566. Include proof of purchase
indicating model. serial number, and date of purchase. STANDARD
HORIZON will return the Product to the purchaser freight prepaid. Products
purchased prior to January 1, 1991 will bear the STANDARD HORIZON
warranty terms in effect prior to that date.
In the event of a defect, malfunction or failure of the Product during the warranty
period, STANDARD HORIZON's liability for any breach of contract or any
breach of express or implied warranties in connection with the sale of Products
shall be limited solely to repair or replacement, at its option, of the Product or
part(s) therein which, upon examination by STANDARD HORIZON, 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.
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 67
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.
This warranty only extends to Products sold within the 50 States of the
United States of America and the District of Columbia.
STANDARD HORIZON will pay all labor to repair the product and
replacement parts charges incurred in providing the warranty service
except where purchaser abuse or other qualifying exceptions exist. The
purchaser must pay any transportation expenses incurred in returning the
Product to STANDARD HORIZON for service.
This limited warranty does not extend to any Product which has been
subjected to misuse, neglect, accident, incorrect wiring by anyone other than
STANDARD HORIZON, improper installation, or subjected to use in violation
of instructions furnished by STANDARD HORIZON, nor does this warranty
extend to Products on which the serial number has been removed, defaced,
or changed. STANDARD HORIZON cannot be responsible in any way for
ancillary equipment not furnished by STANDARD HORIZON which is
attached to or used in connection with STANDARD HORIZON’s Products, or
for the operation of the Product with any ancillary equipment, and all such
equipment is expressly excluded from this warranty. STANDARD HORIZON
disclaims liability for range, coverage, or operation of the Product and
ancillary equipment as a whole under this warranty. STANDARD HORIZON
reserves the right to make changes or improvements in Products, during
subsequent production, without incurring the obligation to install such
changes or improvements on previously manufactured Products.
The implied warranties which the law imposes on the sale of this Product are
expressly LIMITED, in duration, to the time period specified above. STANDARD
HORIZON shall not be liable under any circumstances for consequential damages
resulting from the use and operation of this Product, or from the breach of this
LIMITED WARRANTY, any implied warranties, or any contract with STANDARD
HORIZON. IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF ITS PRODUCTS,
STANDARD HORIZON MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AS
TO THE MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
OR OTHERWISE, EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN.
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.
page 68 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
ON-LINE WARRANTY REGISTRATION
THANK YOU for buying STANDARD HORIZON (a division of Vertex
Standard) products! We are confident your new radio will serve your needs
for many years!
Please visit www.standardhorizon.com to register the SPECTRUM+
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. Also a statement regarding product
support should be added to the manual.
Product Support Inquiries
If you have any questions or comments regarding the use of the
SPECTRUM+, you can visit the STANDARD HORIZON Web site to send an
E-Mail or contact the Product Support team at 562/404-2700 M-F 7:00-
5:00PST.
In addition to the warranty, STANDARD HORIZON includes a lifetime “flat
rate” program to provide service after the warranty period has expired. If
you wish to obtain the flat rate price for out-of-warranty repair, you must
include the information on the Owner’s Record with the unit when you
return it to your Dealer or to STANDARD HORIZON.
Lifetime Flat Rate Service Program: For the original Owner only, for the
lifetime of the unit, STANDARD HORIZON will repair the unit to original
specifications.
Note: The flat rate amount is payable by the Owner only if STANDARD
HORIZON or the STANDARD HORIZON Dealer determines that a repair is
needed. After the repair, a 90-day warranty will be in effect from the date of
return of the unit to the Owner.
This service program is not available for equipment which has failed as a
result of neglect, accident, breakage, misuse, improper installation or
modification, or water damage. (depending on the product)
Model
Serial Number
Purchase Date Dealer
GX2355S Owner’s Manual page 69
13 SPECIFICATIONS
Performance specifications are nominal, unless otherwise indicated, and
are subject to change without notice.
13.1 GENERAL
Channels ........................................... All USA, International and Canadian
Input Voltage .................................................................... 13.8 VDC ± 20%
Current Drain
Standby ........................................................................................ 0.5A
Receive ........................................................................................ 1.5A
Transmit .................................................................. 6A (Hi); 1.7A (Lo)
Dimensions ................................................. 3-1/8" H x 6-7/8" W x 7-1/4" D
(80 H x 176 W x 185 D mm)
Flush-Mount Dimensions .................................. 2" H x 5-5/8" W x 5-1/4" D
(51 H x 143 W x 133 D mm)
Weight ............................................................................ 2.73 Lb. (1.24 kg)
13.2 TRANSMITTER
Frequency Range................................................ 156.025 to 157.425 MHz
RF Output.................................................................... 25 W (Hi); 1 W (Lo)
Conducted Spurious Emissions .............................. 80 dB (Hi); 60 dB (Lo)
Audio Response ..................... within +1/-3 of a 6 dB/octave pre-emphasis
characteristic at 300 to 3000 Hz
Audio Distortion .................................................................................... 5 %
Modulation................................................... 16K0G3E, for DSC 16K0G2B
Frequency Stability (-20° to +50°C) ......................................... ± 0.0005%
FM Hum and Noise ........................................................................... 50 dB
13.3 RECEIVER
Frequency Range................................................ 156.050 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 ............................................. ± 7.5 kHz
page 70 Owner’s Manual GX2355S
Selectivity:
Spurious and Image Rejection ................................................. - 75 dB
Intermodulation and Rejection at 12 dB SINAD ....................... - 75 dB
Audio Output ........................................................................................ 4 W
Audio Response .......................................... within + 2/–8 of a 6 dB/octave
de-emphasis characteristic at 300 to 3000 Hz
Frequency Stability (-20° to +50°C) ......................................... ± 0.0005 %
Channel Spacing ............................................................................. 25 kHz
13.4 DSC
DSC Format .......................................................................... RTCMSC101
NMEA 0183 Input ...................................................................... GLL, RMC
NMEA 0183 Output ................................................................... DSC, DSE
Marine Division of Vertex Standard
US Headquarters
17210 Edwards Rd., Cerritos, CA 90703
Phone 562/404-2700
Fax 800/552/6813
Email marinetech@vxstd.com
www.vxstd.com
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03/2002
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