Standard Horizon GX6000 Owner Manual

QUANTUM AIS GX6000
25 Watt VHF/FM Marine Transceiver
Owner’s Manual
zzCapable of connecting two optional wired RAM4 or one wired RAM4 and up to four Wireless
RAM4W remote access microphones using SCU-30 wireless access point
zzIntegrated NMEA 2000 interface supporting all PGNs for Navigation, GPS, AIS and DSC functions
zzIntegrated Dual Channel AIS (Automatic Identification System) receiver
zzGPS Compass, Waypoint and GPS status pages
zzDual Zone 25W PA / Loud Hailer with preprogrammed horn, siren, fog signals and listen back
zzSubmersible IPX8 (5 feet or 1.5 meters for 30 minutes)
zzIntegrated 32 Code Voice Scrambler and 4 Code Voice Scrambler
zzAIS / AIS SART target display: MMSI, Call Sign, Ship Name, BRG, DST, SOG and COG
zzFront panel microphone can be connected to rear panel and extended 20 feet using MEK-4
mic extension kit
zzProgrammable CPA or TCPA collision avoidance alarms
zzAdvanced 80 dB commercial Grade Receiver with Local / Distance Attenuator
zzIntercom feature allows you to communicate between the radio, RAM4 and Wireless RAM4W
microphones
zzIntegrated Voice Recorder to play back up to two minutes of RX receive audio
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Quick Reference Guide ....................................... 2
1 GENERAL INFORMATION ............................. 3
2 PACKING LIST ................................................ 4
3 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ........................... 4
4 ONLINE WARRANTY REGISTRATION
(in USA or Canada only) ................................ 4
5 GETTING STARTED ....................................... 5
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
5.6
5.7
5.8
5.9
5.10
5.11
PROHIBITED COMMUNICATIONS .............................. 5
ABOUT VHF RADIO ..................................................... 5
SELECTING AN ANTENNA .......................................... 5
COAXIAL CABLE .......................................................... 6
DISTRESS AND HAILING (CHANNEL 16) ................... 6
CALLING ANOTHER VESSEL (CHANNEL 16 OR 9) .... 7
MAKING TELEPHONE CALLS ..................................... 8
BRIDGE CHANNELS 13 AND 67 ................................. 8
AUTOMATED RADIO CHECK SERVICE ..................... 8
WHAT IS THE RANGE FOR AIS RECEIVERS? ........... 9
ACCURACY OF COG* ................................................. 9
6.1
6.2
6.3
FRONT PANEL ........................................................... 10
MICROPHONE ........................................................... 12
REAR PANEL .............................................................. 14
7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
7.5
7.7
7.8
SAFETY / WARNING INFORMATION ........................ 16
LOCATION .................................................................. 16
MOUNTING THE RADIO ............................................ 16
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ................................... 18
CONNECTION OF EXTERNAL DEVICES
TO THE RADIO .... 20
INITIAL SETUP REQUIRED WHEN TURNING
ON THE POWER FOR THE FIRST TIME ... 26
CHECKING GPS SIGNAL (GPS STATUS DISPLAY) .... 28
GPS CONFIGURATION .............................................. 29
8.1
8.2
8.3
8.4
8.5
8.6
8.7
8.8
8.9
8.10
8.11
8.12
8.13
8.14
8.15
8.16
TURNING ON AND OFF THE TRANSCEIVER .......... 32
RECEPTION ............................................................... 32
TRANSMISSION ......................................................... 32
BASIC OPERATION OF THE MENU MODE .............. 33
TRANSMIT TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT) ......................... 34
SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE ........................... 34
USA, INTERNATIONAL, AND CANADA MODE ......... 35
NOAA WEATHER CHANNELS ................................... 35
MULTI WATCH (TO PRIORITY CHANNEL) ............... 37
SCANNING ................................................................. 38
PRESET CHANNELS: INSTANT ACCESS ................. 40
MOB OPERATION ...................................................... 41
PA/FOG OPERATION ................................................. 42
INTERCOM OPERATION ........................................... 45
VOICE SCRAMBLER .................................................. 45
DEMO MODE .............................................................. 46
6 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS ................... 10
7 INSTALLATION ............................................. 16
7.6
8 BASIC OPERATION ...................................... 32
9 GPS OPERATION ......................................... 47
9.1
9.2
9.3
DISPLAYING POSITION INFORMATION ................... 47
CHECKING GPS STATUS .......................................... 47
GPS LOGGER OPERATION ...................................... 48
10 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING (DSC) ........ 49
10.1 GENERAL ................................................................... 49
10.2 DSC DISTRESS ALERT ............................................. 50
10.3 ALL SHIPS CALL ........................................................ 54
10.4 INDIVIDUAL CALL ...................................................... 56
10.5 GROUP CALL ............................................................. 62
10.6 POSITION REQUEST ................................................. 67
10.7 POSITION REPORT ................................................... 71
10.8 POLLING CALL ........................................................... 75
10.9 AUTO POSITION POLLING ....................................... 77
10.10 DSC TEST .................................................................. 79
10.11 DSC LOG OPERATION .............................................. 81
10.12 DSC LOOP BACK OPERATION ................................. 83
11 NAVIGATION ................................................. 84
11.1 WAYPOINT OPERATION ............................................ 84
11.2 ROUTING OPERATION .............................................. 88
12 GM OPERATION ........................................... 92
12.1 SETTING UP GM OPERATION .................................. 92
12.2 STARTING GM OPERATION ...................................... 94
13 AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (AIS) .... 96
13.1 GENERAL ................................................................... 96
13.2 AIS OPERATION ........................................................ 96
13.3 AIS SETUP ............................................................... 100
14 NMEA 2000 SETUP .................................... 103
14.1
14.2
14.3
14.4
14.5
SELECT DEVICE ...................................................... 103
DEVICE NUMBER .................................................... 103
SYSTEM NUMBER ................................................... 104
SUMMARY OF THE NMEA 2000 SETUP ................. 104
COMPATIBLE NMEA 2000 PGN LIST ...................... 104
15 CONFIGURATION SETUP .......................... 106
15.1 DISPLAY MODE ....................................................... 106
15.2 DIMMER ADJUSTMENT ........................................... 106
15.3 DISPLAY CONTRAST ............................................... 106
15.4 KEY BEEP ................................................................ 107
15.5 FOG ALERT TONE FREQUENCY ............................ 107
15.6 LISTEN BACK ........................................................... 107
15.7 STATION NAME ........................................................ 108
15.8 SOFT KEYS .............................................................. 109
15.9 MODE/STATUS LED DIMMER ................................. 111
15.10 RESET ...................................................................... 111
15.11 SUMMARY OF THE CONFIGURATION SETUP ...... 112
16 CHANNEL FUNCTION SETUP ................... 112
16.1
16.2
16.3
16.4
CHANNEL GROUP ................................................... 112
WEATHER ALERT .................................................... 112
SCAN MEMORY ....................................................... 112
SCAN TYPE .............................................................. 113
TABLE OF CONTENTS
16.5 SCAN RESUME ........................................................ 113
16.6 MULTI WATCH .......................................................... 113
16.7 PRIORITY CHANNEL ............................................... 113
16.8 SUB CHANNEL ......................................................... 113
16.9 CHANNEL NAME ...................................................... 114
16.10 NOISE CANCELLATION ........................................... 115
16.11 AUDIO FILTER OPERATION .................................... 115
16.12 RX RECORDER ........................................................ 115
16.13 SCRAMBLER SETUP ............................................... 117
16.14 SUMMARY OF THE CANNEL FUNCTION SETUP .... 118
17 DSC SETUP ................................................ 120
17.1 INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY ........................................ 120
17.2 INDIVIDUAL REPLY .................................................. 120
17.3 INDIVIDUAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT ......................... 120
17.4 INDIVIDUAL RINGER ............................................... 120
17.5 GROUP DIRECTORY ............................................... 120
17.6 POSITION REPLY .................................................... 121
17.7 AUTO POSITION POLLING ..................................... 121
17.8 AUTO POSITION INTERVAL .................................... 121
17.9 AUTO CHANNEL CHANGE ...................................... 121
17.10 NO ACTION TIMER .................................................. 122
17.11 WAIT TIME FOR POSITION FIX .............................. 122
17.12 DSC BEEP ................................................................ 122
17.13 SUMMARY OF THE DSC SETUP MENU ................. 122
18 GPS SETUP ................................................ 124
18.1 ORDER OF PRIORITY ............................................. 124
18.2 COMPASS DIRECTION ............................................ 124
18.3 LOCATION FORMAT ................................................ 124
18.4 TIME OFFSET .......................................................... 125
18.5 TIME AREA ............................................................... 125
18.6 TIME FORMAT .......................................................... 125
18.7 UNITS OF MEASURE ............................................... 125
18.8 MAGNETIC VARIATION ........................................... 125
18.9 NMEA 0183 IN/OUT .................................................. 126
18.10 Position Data Output ................................................. 127
18.11 OPTION GPS UNIT .................................................. 128
18.12 SUMMARY OF THE GPS SETUP ............................ 130
19 SSM-70H (RAM4) REMOTE MIC OPERATION .... 132
19.1 REMOTE MIC CONTROLS ...................................... 132
19.2 RAM4 SOFT KEY ASSIGNMENT ............................. 134
20 CONNECTING A USB DATA TERMINAL
TO THE PC .... 136
21 MAINTENANCE .......................................... 137
21.1 REPLACEMENT PARTS ........................................... 137
21.2 FACTORY SERVICE ................................................. 138
21.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART ................................. 139
22 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS ........................ 140
23 WARRANTY ................................................ 146
24 SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 149
24.1 GENERAL ................................................................. 149
24.2
24.3
24.4
24.5
24.6
24.7
TRANSMITTER ......................................................... 149
RECEIVER (for Voice and DSC) ............................... 149
RECEIVER (for AIS) .................................................. 150
NMEA INPUT/OUTPUT ............................................ 150
SCU-31 EXTERNAL GPS ANTENNA (Optional) ...... 150
DIMENSIONS ........................................................... 151
25.1
25.2
25.3
25.4
STATION LICENSE ................................................... 152
RADIO CALL SIGN ................................................... 152
CANADIAN SHIP STATION LICENSING .................. 152
FCC / INDUSTRY CANADA INFORMATION ............ 152
25 FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION ...... 152
26 FCC NOTICE ............................................... 153
TEMPLATE for the GX6000...............................155
Quick Reference Guide
The GX6000 is equipped with the E2O (Easy-To-Operate) menu system. Basic
operation may be accomplished by following the procedure below:










Press and hold the key to turn on or off the radio.
The MODE/STATUS indicator indicates the status of the transceiver.
Rotate the SQL knob clockwise to squelch or counterclockwise to
un-squelch the radio.
Rotate the VOL knob to adjust the speaker audio volume.
Press the MENU key to access MENU.
Press the 16/S key on the radio or the microphone to select channel 16.
Press and hold the 16/S key on the radio or the microphone to select sub
channel. Press again to revert to the last selected channel.
Activates a DSC distress call. Lift the red cover, press the DISTRESS once,
then press and hold until the radio alarms.
These three programmable soft keys can be customized through the setup
menu to quickly access advanced functions of the radio. Press the ►/◄
key to switch the function of these keys, display the key functions at the
bottom of the display.
Press the ▲/▼ key (or press the microphone’s ▲/▼ keys) to select the
operating channel. While the MENU screen is displayed, press the key to
slide the on-screen menu upward/downward.
Press the ►/◄ key to switch the function menu. While the MENU screen is
displayed, press the key to slide the on-screen menu to the right/left side.
Press the CLEAR key to cancel a function or menu selection.
While the normal screen is displayed, rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select
your desired channel. While the MENU screen is displayed, rotate the knob
to select your desired menu item.
To transmit: place your mouth about 1/2 inch away from Mic hole and speak
in a normal voice level while pressing the PTT switch.
Press the H/L key to toggle the transmit power between High (25W) and
Low (1W).
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1 GENERAL INFORMATION
The STANDARD HORIZON GX6000 Marine VHF/FM Marine transceiver is
designed to be used in USA, International, and Canadian Marine bands. The
GX6000 can be operated from 11 to 16 VDC and has a switchable RF output
power of 1 watt or 25 watts.
The GX6000 integrates a dual channel AIS (Automatic Identification System)
receiver to display class A and B AIS vessel information (MMSI, Call Sign, Ship
Name, BRG, DST, SOG and COG) directly on the LCD display. The GX6000
has a separate AIS antenna connection to ensure that your will be able to
receive AIS signals while transmitting VHF communications. The GX6000 is
also capable of entering and saving up to 250 waypoints, which may be selected
and navigated to by using a unique navigation compass display. The GX6000
allows you to contact an AIS ship directly using DSC, show your vessels position
in relation to AIS targets and alert you when an AIS ship may be approaching
too close to your location via the Closest Point of Approach (CPA) Alarm or
Time to Closest Point of Approach (TCPA) Alarm.
The GX6000 is capable of DSC (Digital Selective Calling) ITU-R M.493 Class
D operation. Class D operation allows continuous receiving of Digital Selective
Calling functions on channel 70 even if the radio is receiving a call. The GX6000
operates on all currently-allocated marine channels which are switchable for
use with USA, International, or Canadian regulations. Emergency channel 16
can be immediately selected from any channel by pressing the red 16/S key.
NOAA weather channel can also be accessed immediately by pressing the
[WX] soft key.
Other features of the GX6000 includes: Noise canceling function for transmit
and receive audio, NMEA 2000 compatibility, high expandability, integrated
voice recorder to play back up to two minutes of RX receive audio, speaker
microphone, dual zone 25 W PA/Loud hailer with preprogrammed fog signals
and listen back, capable of being connected to two optional wired RAM4 or
one wired RAM4 and four Wireless RAM4W*1 remote access microphones,
allowing full control of all VHF, DSC and hailer functions remotely including
an intercom feature allowing you to communicate between the radio, RAM4
and Wireless RAM4W microphones, scanning, priority scanning, submersible
speaker microphone, high and low voltage warning, and GPS repeatability. (*1
requires SCU-30 Wireless Access Port)
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2 PACKING LIST
When the package containing the transceiver is first opened, please check it
for the following contents:
 Transceiver GX6000
 Speaker Microphone
 DC Power Cord
 Mounting Bracket and Hardware
 Owner’s Manual
 DSC Warning Sticker
 USB Cable (Type USB “A” plug to Type USB micro “B” plug) T9101648
3 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Flush-Mount Bracket ........................................................................ MMB-84
Remote-Access Microphone (RAM4 Microphone) ........................... SSM-70H
RAM4W Wireless Remote Access Microphone ............................... SSM-71H
Wireless Access Point ...................................................................... SCU-30
23 Feet Extension Cable for SSM-70H (RAM4) Microphone ........... CT-100
20 Feet Microphone Extension Kit (for connection to rear panel) .... MEK-4
External Loud Speaker ..................................................................... MLS-300
5” Round 30 Watt Hail/PA Horn ........................................................ 220SW
5” × 8” Rectangular 40 Watt Hail/PA Horn ........................................ 240SW
External GPS Antenna with 49 Feet of Cable .................................. SCU-31
4 ONLINE WARRANTY REGISTRATION
(in USA or Canada only)
Please visit www.standardhorizon.com to register the GX6000 Marine VHF. It
should be noted that visiting the website from time to time may be beneficial
to you, as new products are released they will appear on the STANDARD
HORIZON website.
PRODUCT SUPPORT INQUIRIES
If you have any questions or comments regarding the use of the GX6000, you
can visit the STANDARD HORIZON website to send an E-Mail or contact the
Product Support team at (800) 767-2450 M-F 8:00-5:00 PST.
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5 GETTING STARTED
5.1
PROHIBITED COMMUNICATIONS
5.2
ABOUT VHF RADIO
5.3
SELECTING AN ANTENNA
The FCC prohibits the following communications:
• False distress or emergency messages:
• Messages to “any boat” except in emergencies and radio tests;
• Messages to or from a vessel on land;
• Transmission while on land;
• Obscene, indecent, or profane language (potential fine of $10,000).
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 25
W radio transmission expected distances can be greater than 15 miles, for a
portable 5 W radio transmission the expected distance can be greater than 5
miles in “line of sight”.
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, 3 dB gain antenna represents twice as much gain over
the imaginary antenna.
Typically, a 3-foot 3 dB gain stainless steel whip is used on a sailboat mast.
The longer 8-foot 6 dB fiberglass whip is primarily used on power boats that
require the additional gain.
3dB
6dB
9dB
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5.4
COAXIAL CABLE
VHF antennas are connected to the transceiver by means of a coaxial cable
– a shielded transmission line. Coaxial cable is specified by its diameter and
construction.
For runs less than 20 feet, RG-58/U, about 1/4 inch in diameter is a good choice.
For runs over 20 feet but less than 50 feet, the larger RG-8X or RG-213/U should
be used for cable runs over 50 feet RG-8X should be used. For installation of
the connector onto the coaxial cable refer to the figure below.
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.
5.5
DISTRESS AND HAILING (CHANNEL 16)
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.
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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 switch and
listen.
10. If there is no answer, repeat the above procedure. If there is still no response,
try another channel.
NOTE
The GX6000 has the DSC Distress calling, that can transmit a distress
call digitally to all ships with compatible DSC radios. Refer to section
“10 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING (DSC)”.
5.6
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.
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, press the PTT switch on the microphone and 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) then
release the PTT switch on the microphone. When the other vessel returns your
call, immediately request another channel by pressing the PTT switch on the
microphone and saying “go to,” the number of the other channel, say “over”
and release the PTT switch on the microphone. Then switch to the new channel. When the new channel is not busy, call the other vessel.
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After a transmission, say “over,” and release the microphone’s push-to-talk
(PTT) switch. When all communication with the other vessel is completed, end
the last transmission by stating your Call Sign and the word “out.” Note that
it is not necessary to state your Call Sign with each transmission, only at the
beginning and end of the contact.
Remember to return to Channel 16 when not using another channel. Some
radios automatically monitor Channel 16 even when set to other channels or
when scanning.
5.7
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.
5.8
BRIDGE CHANNELS 13 AND 67
Channel 13 is used at docks, 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 33 for means to temporarily override the low-power limit
on these two channels.
5.9
AUTOMATED RADIO CHECK SERVICE
In areas across the country, Sea Tow offers boaters a way to conduct radio
checks. To use Sea Tow’s free Automated Radio Check service, simply tune
your VHF radio to the appropriate channel for your location and conduct a
radio check as you typically would. Upon releasing your radio’s microphone,
the system will play an automated message and relay your transmission back
to you, thereby letting you know how your signal will sound to other boaters.
The Automated Radio Check Service is currently available in the areas listed below.
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West Coast
Northeast
Mid-Atlantic
North Carolina
Florida
5.10
Sea Tow Newport/LA - Ch. 27
Sea Tow San Diego - Ch. 27
Sea Tow Portland-Midcoast (Maine) - Ch. 27
Sea Tow Boston - Ch. 27
Sea Tow South Shore (Mass.) - Ch. 28
Sea Tow Rhode Island - Ch. 24
Sea Tow Eastern Long Island - Ch. 27
Sea Tow Huntington (N.Y.) - Ch. 27
Sea Tow Manasquan (N.J.) - Ch. 28
Sea Tow Northern Chesapeake (Md.) - Ch. 28
Sea Tow Central Chesapeake (Md.) - Ch. 27
Sea Tow Hampton Roads (Va.) - Ch. 28
Sea Tow Wrightsville Beach - Ch. 28
Sea Tow Ocean Isle Beach - Ch. 28
Sea Tow Sebastian - Ch. 28
Sea Tow Fort Lauderdale - Ch. 27
Sea Tow Charlotte Harbor - Ch. 24
Sea Tow Tampa Bay - Ch. 27
Sea Tow Horseshoe Beach - Ch. 27
Sea Tow Carrabelle/St. Marks - Ch. 27
Sea Tow Pensacola/Orange Beach (Ala.) - Ch. 27
WHAT IS THE RANGE FOR AIS RECEIVERS?
Since AIS uses similar frequencies as a marine VHF radio, it has similar radio
reception capabilities - which are basically line of sight. This means that the
higher the VHF antenna is mounted, the greater the reception area will be.
Reception from Class A vessels that are 20 or even 30 miles away on open
water is not uncommon as their antennas are mounted high off the water. Class
B transponders use lower power for transmissions; therefore, you can expect
Class B vessels to be acquired when they are 5 to 10 miles away.
NOTE
The GX6000 require two separate marine VHF antennas; one antenna
for VHF and a second antenna for AIS.
For additional information on AIS visit the USCG website:
<http://www.navcen.uscg.gov/marcomms/ais.htm>
5.11
ACCURACY OF COG*
The error in the COG (the path of the antenna position over ground) due to the
actual ship’s speed over ground shall not exceed the following values:
Speed range (knots)
0 to ≤1 knot
>1 to ≤17 knots
>17 knots
Accuracy of COG output to user
Unreliable or not available
±3°
±1°
* Only when the SCU-31 external GPS antenna connected.
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6 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
This section defines each control of the transceiver. See illustration below for
location of controls. For detailed operating instructions refer to chapter 8 of
this manual.
6.1
FRONT PANEL
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     

(Power) key
Press and hold to toggle the radio on or off. When the power is turned on,
the transceiver is set to the last selected channel.
 MIC Connector
Connects the supplied speaker microphone.
 SQL knob (Squelch control)
Adjusting this control clockwise, 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.
 VOL knob (Volume control)
Adjusts the audio volume level.
Clockwise rotation of this knob increases the internal and speaker microphone volume.
Secondary use
When in the PA or Fog mode, controls the listen-back volume.
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 MENU key
Press to access MENU. For details, refer to section “8.4 BASIC OPERATION OF THE MENU MODE”.
 16/S key
Pressing this key immediately recalls channel 16 from any channel location. Holding down this key selects the SUB channel (The default setting is
channel 9). Pressing this key again reverts to the previous selected working
channel.
 DISTRESS key
Used to send a DSC Distress Call. To send the distress call, refer to section
“10.2.1 Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert”.
 Soft keys
The 3 programmable soft keys can be customized by the Setup Menu mode
described in section “15.8 SOFT KEYS”.
 ▲/▼ key
These keys are used to change the operating channel. The Up/Down keys
on the microphone can also be used to change the operating channel.
Press the key momentarily, the channel increases/decreases one step.
Holding the key, the channel increases/decreases continuously.
Secondary use
 While the MENU screen is displayed, press the key to slide the on-screen
menu upward/downward.
 ►/◄ key
Press these keys to switch the function of soft keys.
Secondary use
While the MENU screen is displayed, press the key to slide the on-screen
menu to the right/left side.
CLEAR key
Press this key to cancel a menu selection.
DIAL/ENT knob
While the normal screen is displayed, rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select
your desired channel. While the MENU screen is displayed, rotate the knob
to select your desired menu item.
Secondary use
 Press this knob to enter a selection in the MENU.
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MODE/STATUS indicator
Indicates the radio status with the four colors on the three positions of the
mode/status indicator.
Position
Left
Right
Color
Blue
Purple
AIS-Board Working
Receiving MSG23
Description
Red
Green
Orange
Red
AIS-Board Failed
AIS Receiving (registered MMSI)
AIS Receiving (unregistered MMSI)
Receive Error
DATA jack
Use the USB micro type B jack to configure the transceiver settings and
download* the GPS logger data. (* An optional SCU-31 GPS External GPS
Antenna is required.)
Note: When the DATA jack is securely covered with rubber cap, the GX6000
meets the waterproofing performance.
6.2
MICROPHONE






PTT (Push-To-Talk) switch
When in radio mode and the PTT switch is pressed, the transmitter is
enabled for voice communications to another vessel.
When PA mode is selected, pressing the PTT switch allows your voice to
be amplified and supplied to a connected PA horn.
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When an optional RAM4 and RAM4W microphone is connected and
intercom mode is selected, pressing the PTT switch enables voice communications from the GX6000 to the RAM4 and RAM4W second station
microphone.
 Microphone speaker
Audio heard through internal radio speaker is heard through the speaker
microphone.
 ▲/▼ key
These keys on the microphone are used to select channels and to choose
menu items.
 16/S key
Pressing this key immediately selects channel 16 from any channel location. Holding down this key selects the SUB channel (The default setting is
channel 9). Pressing this key again reverts to the previous selected working
channel.
 H/L key
Press this key to toggle between 25 W (High) and 1 W (Low) power. When
the TX output power is set to “Low” while the transceiver is on channel 13
or 67, the output power will temporarily switch from “Low” to “High” power
until the PTT switch of the microphone is released. This key is not available
on transmit inhibited and low power only channels.
 Microphone
The internal microphone transmits your voice reducing background noise
using Clear Voice Noise Reduction Technology.
Note: Position your mouth about 1/2” (1.5 cm) away from the microphone
hole and speak in a normal voice.
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6.3
REAR PANEL
  
   


 VHF ANT jack (VHF antenna jack)
Connects an antenna to the transceiver. Use a marine VHF antenna with
an impedance of 50 ohms.
Note: This ANT jack is used to marine voice channel.
 AIS ANT jack (AIS antenna jack)
Connects an antenna to the AIS receiver. Use a marine VHF antenna with
an impedance of 50 ohms.
 PA Speaker Connection Cable (Orange, Yellow, Green & Blue)
Connects the GX6000 to PA speakers. See section “3 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES” for a list of optional STANDARD HORIZON Speakers.
Green: PA1 Speaker (+)
Blue:
PA1 Speaker (−)
Orange: PA2 Speaker (+)
Yellow: PA2 Speaker (−)
 EXTERNAL Speaker Connection Cable (Red & White)
Connects the GX6000 to an optional external speaker. Refer to section “3
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES” for a list of optional STANDARD HORIZON
Speakers.
Red:
External Speaker (+)
White: External Speaker (−)
 DC Input Cable
Connects the radio to a DC power supply capable of delivering 11 to 16 VDC.
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 RAM-1* / RAM-2 Remote Access Microphone Connectors
Connects the GX6000 to the SSM-70H (RAM4) Remote Station Microphone or SCU-30 Wireless Access Point* for use with up to four SSM-71H
(RAM4W) wireless microphones. Refer to section “19 SSM-70H (RAM4)
REMOTE MIC OPERATION” for details.(* The SCU-30 Wireless Access
Point may be connected only to the RAM-1 connector.)
 NMEA 0183 In/Out & NMEA 0183-HS OUT Connection Cable (Blue, Green,
Gray, Brown, Yellow & White)
Connects the GX6000 to a GPS chart plotter. Refer to section “7.5 CONNECTION OF EXTERNAL DEVICES TO THE RADIO”.
 Rear MIC Connector
Connects the supplied hand microphone if desired. This connector provides
the same function as that on the front panel and allows remote use of the
microphone by using the optional MEK-4 (microphone extension kit).
 GPS ANT Connector (White)
Connects the optional SCU-31 external GPS antenna.
 NMEA 2000 Connector (Black)
Connects to the NMEA 2000 network.
GND Terminal (Ground Terminal)
Connects the GX6000 to ships ground, for safe and optimum performance.
Use the screw supplied with the GX6000 only.
PA SP EXT SP
DC- DC+
RAM-1
VHF ANT
RAM-2
GND
REAR MIC GPS ANT NMEA 2000
AIS ANT
NMEA 0183
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7 INSTALLATION
7.1
SAFETY / WARNING INFORMATION
This radio is restricted to occupational use, work related operations only where
the radio operator must have the knowledge to control the exposure conditions of
its passengers and bystanders by maintaining the minimum separation distance
of 3 feet (1 m). Failure to observe these restrictions will result in exceeding the
FCC RF exposure limits.
Antenna Installation:
The antenna must be located at least 3 feet (1 m) away from passengers in
order to comply with the FCC RF exposure requirements.
7.2
LOCATION
The radio can be mounted at any angle. Choose a mounting location that:
• complies with the compass safe distances shown in the table below to
prevent interference to a magnetic compass
Transceiver Unit
Handset
1.0 m
0.5 m
• provides accessibility to the front panel controls
• allows connection to a power source and antennas
• has nearby space for installation of a microphone hanger
• is at least 3 feet (1 m) away from the radio’s antenna
• the signal from the GPS satellite can receive sufficiently
Note: To insure the radio does not affect the compass or radios performance
is not affected by the antenna location, temporarily connect the radio in the
desired location and:
a. Examine the compass to see if the radio causes any deviation
b. Connect the antenna and key the radio. Check to ensure the radio is
operating correctly by requesting a radio check.
7.3
7.3.1
MOUNTING THE RADIO
Supplied Mounting Bracket
The supplied mounting bracket allows overhead or desktop mounting.
Use a 13/64” (5.2 mm) bit to drill the holes to a surface which is more 0.4” (10
mm) thick and can support more than 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg) and secure the bracket
with the supplied screws, spring washers, flat washers, and nuts.
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Desktop Mounting
7.3.2
Overhead Mounting
Optional MMB-84 Flush Mount Bracket
1. Use the template (page 155) 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 6.7” (17 cm) deep).
There should be at least 1/2” (1.3 cm) between the transceivers heatsink
and any wiring, cables or structures.
2. Cut out the rectangular hole and insert the transceiver.
3. Fasten the brackets to the sides of the transceiver with the lock washer
screw combination; so that the mounting screw base faces the mounting
surface (see illustration below).
4. Turn the adjusting screw to adjust the tension so that the transceiver is tight
against the mounting surface.
Bracket
Adjusting Screw
Lock-washer screw combination
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7.4
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
CAUTION
Reverse polarity battery connections will damage the radio!
Connect the power cord and antenna to the radio. Antenna and Power Supply
connections are as follows:
1. Mount the antenna at least 3 feet (1 m) away from the radio. At the rear of
the radio, connect the antenna cable. The antenna cable must have a PL259
connector attached. RG-8/U coaxial cable must be used if the antenna is 25
feet (7.6 m) or more from the radio. RG58 cable can be used for distances
less than 25 feet (7.6 m).
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 6.5
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.
Optional HAIL/PA Horn
Optional HAIL/PA Horn
GPS Navigation Receiver
Optional Speaker
Optional SCU-31
GPS Antenna
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Water proof
Deck Outlet
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Ca
AIS
Antenna
Ac
Voice
Antenna
Fuse
Red
Black
Power Source
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Optional Speaker
Optional SSM-70H
(RAM4) Remote MIC
Ferrite Cores
To suppress RF interference that can cause abnormal operation of the transceiver, attach the supplied two ferrite cores as shown in the next page: bigger one
to the accessory connection cable and the DC input cable together, and smaller
one to the PA speaker connection cable and the external speaker connection
cable together. Then snap the two halves of each ferrite core together.
Attach each ferrite core as close as possible to the transceiver body.
Finally, wind some plastic tape around each ferrite core, to prevent vibration
from causing the two halves to split apart.
Ferrite Core (Large)
Snap together
Speaker Code｛
DC Power Code｛
Snap together
Ferrite Core (Small)
As close as possible
Fuse Replacement
To take out the fuse from the fuse holder, hold both
ends of the fuse holder and pull the fuse holder
apart without bending the fuse holder. When you
replace the fuse, please confirm that the fuse is
tightly fixed on the metal contact located inside
the fuse holder. If the metal contact holding the
fuse is loose, the fuse holder may heat up.
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7.5
7.5.1
CONNECTION OF EXTERNAL DEVICES TO THE RADIO
Connecting the SCU-31 External GPS Antenna to the Radio
Connect the SCU-31 cable to the GPS
ANT (six pin) connector (White) on the
rear panel, then tighten the cable nut
(see illustration at the right).
7.5.2
Connecting the NMEA 0183/NMEA 0183-HS to the Radio
External GPS Connections (NMEA 0183 4800 baud or NMEA 0183-HS
38400 baud)
The GX6000 can select the NMEA baud rate between “4800 bps” and “38400
bps”. Refer to section “18.9 NMEA 0183 IN/OUT” for selection.
NMEA Input (GPS Information)
• GX6000 can read NMEA 0183 version 2.0 or higher, and NMEA 0183-HS
version 1.01 or higher.
• The NMEA 0183 input sentences are GLL, GGA, RMC, GNS, GSA, and
GSV (RMC sentence is recommended).
• If 4800 baud (default) is selected:
The Blue and Green wires of input are at 4800 baud.
• If 38400 baud is selected:
The Blue and Green wires of input are at 38400 baud.
NMEA Output (DSC and GPS information)
• The NMEA 0183 output sentences are DSC and DSE.
a. The Gray and Brown wires output DSC and DSE sentences.
b. The Yellow and White wires of output AIS VDM sentence at 38400 baud.
• GSA, GSV, GLL, GGA, and RMC sentences can be output in the GX6000
by setting through the GPS setup menu (refer to section “18.9 NMEA 0183
IN/OUT”).
For further information on interfacing/setting up your GPS, please contact the
manufacturer of the GPS receiver externally connected.
If you have further questions, please feel free to contact Product Support at:
Phone: (800) 767-2450
Email: [email protected]
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7.5.3
Accessory Cables and NMEA 0183 Cables
The image and table below show the wires of the GX6000 and the connections
to optional devices such as an external GPS antenna, GPS chart plotter and
an AIS receiver.
CAUTION
Care must be taken not to touch any of the NMEA wires to positive 12
VDC or the radio may be damaged.
When connecting the GPS navigation receiver, strip off about 1 inch (2.5 cm)
of the specified wire’s insulation, then splice the ends together.
The GX6000 uses NMEA 0183/-HS protocol to share coordinates, DSC and
AIS information to and from a GPS chart plotter. The GX6000 transfers AIS
information to a GPS chart plotter at 38400 baud (sometimes called HS or High
Speed). GPS and DSC information is transferred between a GPS chart plotter
with multiple ports (minimum 2) at 4800 baud (default setting).
7.5.4
NMEA 0813/NMEA 0183-HS to Chart Plotter
4800 / 38400 Baud Connections
External GPS Antenna
SCU-31 (optional)
Radio Wires
Plotter Connection
Blue: NMEA IN (+)
No Connection
Green: NMEA IN (−)
No Connection
Gray: NMEA OUT (+)
NMEA IN (+)
Brown: NMEA OUT (−)
NMEA IN (−)
Yellow: NMEA-HS OUT (+)
NMEA-HS IN (+)
White: NMEA-HS OUT (−)
NMEA-HS IN (−)
GPS Chart Plotter
Wire Color/Description
Connection Examples
BLUE - NMEA GPS Input (+)
No connection
GREEN - NMEA GPS Input (−)
No connection
GRAY - NMEA DSC Output (+)
NMEA (+) input of GPS
BROWN - NMEA DSC Output (−) NMEA (−) input of GPS
YELLOW - AIS Data Output (+)
NMEA-HS (+) input of AIS receiver*1
WHITE - AIS Data Output (−)
NMEA-HS (−) input of AIS receiver*1
*1: The GX6000 always outputs NMEA 0183-HS VDM sentence at 38400 baud.
Note: Some GPS chart plotters have a single wire for NMEA signal ground.
In such a case connect the NMEA input (−) to the GPS chart plotter’s single
NMEA signal ground wire, and leave the NMEA output (−) open. In case the
assignment of power supply and ground of a GPS chart plotter to be used is
different from that of the radio, connect the signal ground wire of the GPS chart
plotter to the ground terminal (GND) on the rear panel of the radio.
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7.5.5
Connection to External GPS or Chart Plotter
4800 / 38400 Baud Connections
Radio Wires
Plotter Connection
Blue: NMEA IN (+)
NMEA OUT (+)
Green: NMEA IN (−)
NMEA OUT (−)
Gray: NMEA OUT (+)
NMEA IN (+)
Brown: NMEA OUT (−)
NMEA IN (−)
Yellow: NMEA-HS OUT (+)
NMEA-HS IN (+)
White: NMEA-HS OUT (−)
NMEA-HS IN (−)
GPS Receiver
Wire Color/Description
Connection Examples
BLUE - NMEA GPS Input (+)
NMEA (+) output of GPS
GREEN - NMEA GPS Input (−)
NMEA (−) output or common ground of GPS
GRAY - NMEA DSC Output (+)
NMEA (+) input of GPS
BROWN - NMEA DSC Output (−) NMEA (−) input of GPS
YELLOW - AIS Data Output (+)
NMEA-HS (+) input of AIS receiver*1
WHITE - AIS Data Output (−)
NMEA-HS (−) input of AIS receiver*1
*1: The GX6000 always outputs NMEA 0183-HS VDM sentence at 38400 baud.
Note: Some GPS chart plotters have a single wire for NMEA signal ground.
In such a case connect the NMEA input (−) to the GPS chart plotter’s single
NMEA signal ground wire, and leave the NMEA output (−) open. In case the
assignment of power supply and ground of a GPS chart plotter to be used is
different from that of the radio, connect the signal ground wire of the GPS chart
plotter to the ground terminal (GND) on the rear panel of the radio.
7.5.6
Connection to External PA/HAIL Speaker
GREEN
BLUE
PA 1 Speaker (horn)
ORANGE
YELLOW
PA 2 Speaker (horn)
RED
WHITE
Wire Color/Description
RED - External Speaker (+)
WHITE - External Speaker (−)
GREEN - PA1 Speaker (+)
BLUE - PA1 Speaker (−)
ORANGE - PA2 Speaker (+)
YELLOW - PA2 Speaker (−)
External Speaker
Connection Examples
Positive wire of external 4 Ohm External speaker
Negative wire of external 4 Ohm External speaker
Positive wire of external 4 Ohm audio speaker (horn)
Negative wire of external 4 Ohm audio speaker (horn)
Positive wire of external 4 Ohm audio speaker (horn)
Negative wire of external 4 Ohm audio speaker (horn)
In some areas powerful AM broadcast stations may be heard when in listenback mode. In this case change the speaker wire to 2-conductor shielded audio
cable. See the illustration below for connections.
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Shield of cable is not
attached on PA Speaker end
Green/Orange
Blue/Yellow
PA Speaker
2 conductor shielded
Connect the shielded to GND Terminal of
the GX6000 rear panel.
7.5.7
Rear Microphone Installation
The GX6000 has an additional microphone connector on the rear panel
that provides the same function as that on the front panel. Connect the optional
MEK-4 (microphone extension kit) to the Rear MIC (six pin) connector on the
rear panel, then tighten the cable nut (see illustration at the below).
In addition, the GX6000 is capable of connecting hand microphone
to the connector on either the front or rear panels.
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7.5.8
Optional SSM-70H (RAM4) Installation
The GX6000 is capable of using two SSM-70H (RAM4) Remote Station
Microphones to remotely control the Radio, AIS, DSC and PA/Fog functions. In
addition the GX6000 can operate as a full function intercom system between
the SSM-70H (RAM4) and the GX6000.
WARNING
Do not connect or remove the SSM-70H (RAM4) microphone while
the radio is powered on. This may result in equipment failure.
1. Connect the Routing Cable (supplied
with the SSM-70H) to the RAM-1 or
the RAM-2 eight pin connector on
the GX6000 rear panel, then tighten
the cable nut.
2. Install the two ferrite core (supplied with the SSM-70H Remote Station
Microphone) to the routing cable or the CT-100 extension cable, then snap
its two halves together. These require to install near the connector by the
each side of a transceiver and a microphone of the cable.
3. Attach the ferrite cores as close as possible to the plugs, as shown below.
Ferrite Core
External Speaker
Connections
｛
Ferrite Core
to GX6000
to SSM-70H
(RAM4)
Routing Cable or
CT-100 Extension Cable
As close as possible
As close as possible
NOTE
Caution!: Before cutting the cable, it must be disconnected from the rear
panel of the transceiver.
The routing cable can be cut and spliced, however care needs to be taken
when reconnecting the wires to ensure water integrity.
After cutting you will notice there are the following wires:
Yellow, White, Brown, Gray, Blue, Green, Red/White, Shield
 The red/white and shield wires are wrapped in foil. Remove the foil, and
separate the red/white and shield wires.
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4. Finally, wind some plastic tape
around each ferrite core, to
prevent vibration from causing
the two halves to split apart.
5. Referring to illustration right, make
a 1.2” (30 mm) hole in the wall,
then insert the extension cable
into this hole. Connect the gasket
and mount base to the extension
cable connector using the nut.
6. Drill the four screw holes (approx.
2 mm) on the wall, then install the
mounting base to the wall using
four screws.
7. Put the rubber cap on to the nut.
The installation is now complete.
External Speaker Connections
Ferrite Core
Gasket
Cap
Wall
Routing Cable
Mounting Bracket
Nut
WARNING
It is not recommended to plug or unplug the SSM-70H (RAM4) Remote
Station Microphone into the routing cable while the radio is powered on.
Connecting an External Speaker to the RAM4 Mic Cable
In noisy locations and MLS-300 optional external speaker may be connected
to the white speaker wires on the RAM4 routing cable. The RAM4 can drive
the internal speaker or the external speaker one at a time. When connecting
an external speaker, follow the procedure below to turn off the RAM4 audio
and enable the external speaker wires on the RAM4 routing cable.
1. On the RAM4 microphone, press the MENU key to
display “MENU”.
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “SETUP”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
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3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “CONFIGURATION”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “SPEAKER
SELECT”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
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5. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “INTERNAL” or
“EXTERNAL”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
6. Press the CLEAR/
key to return to radio operation.
7.5.9
Optional SCU-30 Wireless Access Point Installation
The GX6000 is capable of using a SSM-71H (RAM4W) Wireless Remote Station
Microphone to remotely control the Radio, AIS, DSC and PA/Fog functions. In
addition the GX6000 can operate as a full function intercom system between
the RAM4W and the GX6000.
The optional SCU-30 Wireless Access Point, may be utilized to connect up to
four RAM4W Wireless Remote Access Microphones to the GX6000.
WARNING
Do not connect or remove the SCU-30 Wireless Access Point while the
radio is powered ON. This could result in damage to the equipment.
1. Connect the SCU-30 Cable to the
RAM-1 Connector on the GX6000
rear panel, and tighten the cable nut.
RAM-1
Connector
Note: For additional details on the
connecting the RAM4W and GX6000,
refer to the RAM4W Instruction Manual.
7.6
7.6.1
INITIAL SETUP REQUIRED WHEN TURNING ON THE
POWER FOR THE FIRST TIME
Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI)
What is an MMSI?
An MMSI is a nine digit number used on marine transceivers capable of using
Digital Selective Calling (DSC) and Automatic Identification System (AIS) signal
transmission. This number is used like a telephone number to selectively call
other vessels.
THIS NUMBER MUST BE PROGRAMMED INTO THE RADIO TO OPERATE
DSC FUNCTIONS.
How can I obtain an MMSI assignment?
In the USA, visit the following websites to register:
http://www.boatus.com/mmsi/
https://www.seatow.com/tools-and-education/mmsi
http://wireless.fcc.gov/services/index.htm?job=licensing&id=ship_stations
In Canada, visit
http://www.ic.gc.ca/epic/site/smt-gst.nsf/en/sf01032e.html
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WARNING
The MMSI can be inputted only once, please be careful not to input
the incorrect MMSI number. If you need to change the MMSI number
after it has been entered, the radio will have to be returned to Factory
Service. Refer to the section “21.2 FACTORY SERVICE”.
Programming the MMSI
1. Press the MENU key to display “MENU”.
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “MMSI/POS
INFO”, then press the [SELECT] soft key. (To cancel,
press the [BACK] soft key.)
To view your MMSI to ensure it is correct, perform
steps 1 to 2.
3. Press the [MMSI] soft key.
The [MMSI] soft key is displayed which has not yet
set the MMSI.
In the case of the GX6000 which has completed the MMSI
setting, you can only check the MMSI on this screen.
4. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the first number
of your MMSI, then press the [SELECT] soft key to
step to the next number.
5. Repeat step 4 to set your MMSI number (9 digits).
*********
6. If a mistake was made entering in the MMSI number,
rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “←” or “→”, press
the [SELECT] soft key until the wrong character is
selected, then perform step 4.
7. When finished programming the MMSI number, press
the [FINISH] soft key. The radio will ask you to input the
MMSI number again. Perform steps 4 through 6 above.
8. After the second number has been input, press the
[FINISH] soft key to store the MMSI.
9. Press the [OK] soft key to return to radio operation.
NOTE
To view your MMSI after programming to ensure it is correct, perform
steps 1 to 2. Look that the MMSI number shown on the display is correct.
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7.7
CHECKING GPS SIGNAL (GPS STATUS DISPLAY)
When the GX6000 receives the GPS signal from the optional SCU-31, a small
satellite icon “ ”* will appear on the display and your current location (latitude/
longitude) is shown on the display. (*When the GPS signal receiving from the
NMEA 2000 or NEMA-0183, a “2K” (NMEA 2000) icon or “I/O” (NMEA-0183)
icon will appear on the display.)
NOTE
If there is a problem with the NMEA connection between the radio and
the GPS, the GPS icon will blink continuously until the connection is
corrected.
The GX6000 has a GPS status display which shows the
satellites currently being received, along with a graphical (bar-graph) representation of the relative signal
strengths from the satellites.
(GPS Status Display mode)
NOTE
For the GX6000 to properly show the GPS status page when an external
GPS antenna or a chart plotter is connected it must be setup to output
GSA and GSV NMEA 0183 sentences. When using the equipment of
NMEA 2000, it must be able to output PGN No.129540 (GNSS Sats
in View).
1. Press the MENU key to display “MENU”.
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “GPS”, then press
the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “GPS STATUS”,
then press the [ENTER] soft key to display the GPS
status currently being received.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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7.8
7.8.1
GPS CONFIGURATION
Changing the GPS Time
The GX6000 shows GPS satellite time or UTC (Universal Time Coordinated)
time in factory default. A time offset is needed to show the local time in your
area. The time offset must be changed in order for the radio to display the
current time in your area.
1. Press the MENU key to display “MENU”.
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “SETUP”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
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3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “GPS SETUP”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “TIME OFFSET”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
5. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select time offset of
your location. See illustration above to find your offset
time. If “00:00” is assigned, the time is the same as
UTC or GPS satellite time.
6. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the time offset.
7. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
7.8.2
Changing the Time Area
This menu selection allows the radio to show UTC time or local time with offset.
1. Press the MENU key to display “MENU”.
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “SETUP”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
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3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “GPS SETUP”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
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4. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “TIME AREA”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
5. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “UTC” or
“LOCAL”.
6. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected
setting.
7. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
7.8.3
Changing the Time Format
This menu selection allows the radio to setup to show time in 12-hour or
24-hour format.
1. Press the MENU key to display “MENU”.
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “SETUP”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “GPS SETUP”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “TIME FORMAT”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
5. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “24hour” or
“12hour”.
6. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected
setting.
7. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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7.8.4
Changing COG to True or Magnetic
Allows the GPS COG (Course Over Ground) and the BRG from an AIS target
to be selected to show in ON or OFF. Factory default is “OFF” however by
following the steps below the COG can be changed to “ON”.
1. Press the MENU key to display “MENU”.
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “SETUP”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
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3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “GPS SETUP”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “MAGNETIC
VARIATION”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
5. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “OFF” or “ON”.
6. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected
setting.
7. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
NOTE
Setting to “ON” is effective only when the RMC sentences with magnetic
data are input from external devices such as a GPS receiver (The
SCU-31 inputs the RMC sentences, but does not input with magnetic
data.).
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8 BASIC OPERATION
8.1
TURNING ON AND OFF THE TRANSCEIVER
8.2
RECEPTION
8.3
TRANSMISSION
1. After the transceiver has been installed, ensure that the power supply and
antenna are properly connected.
2. Press and hold the key to turn the radio on.
3. Press and hold the key again to turn the radio off.
1. Rotate the SQL knob fully counterclockwise. This state is known as “squelch
off”.
2. Turn up the VOL knob until noise or audio from the speaker is at a comfortable level.
3. Rotate the SQL knob, clockwise until the random noise disappears. This
state is known as the “squelch threshold”.
4. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob or press the ▲/▼ key to
select the desired channel. Refer to the channel chart
on Pages 143, 141 and 142 to or available channels.
5. When a message is received, adjust the volume to
the desired listening level. The “[BUSY]” indicator on
the display indicates that communications are being
received.
1. Perform steps 1 through 4 of RECEPTION.
2. Before transmitting, monitor the channel to ensure it is clear.
THIS IS AN FCC REQUIREMENT!
3. Press the microphone’s 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 microphone’s PTT switch.
NOTE
Position your mouth about 1/2” (1.5 cm) away from the microphone
hole and speak in a normal voice.
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8.3.1
Transmit Power
The TX output power of the GX6000 is set to high level (25W) in factory default,
and the “[HI]” indicator is displayed on the top part of the screen.
To switch the TX output power:
1. Press the ►/◄ key repeatedly until the [HI] or [LOW]
soft key is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
2. Press the [HI] or [LOW] soft key to switch between
HI (25W) or LO (1W) output power.
When the TX output power is set to “Low” while the
transceiver is on channel 13 or 67, the output power
will temporarily switch from “Low” to “High” power until
the PTT switch of the microphone is released. This
soft key is not function on transmit inhibited and low
power only channels.
8.4
BASIC OPERATION OF THE MENU MODE
Using the menu mode, the various functions of the GX6000 can be customized
to match the method of use. You can select the items that you would like to
adjust from the respective lists and enter or select the appropriate settings for
the intended various operation.
1. Press the MENU key on the operation mode screen
to display “MENU”.
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob or press the ▲/▼/►/◄
key to select the menu item, then press the [SELECT]
soft key or press the DIAL/ENT knob to display
“MENU LIST”.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob or press the ▲/▼ key to
select the item, then press the [SELECT] soft key or
press the DIAL/ENT knob.
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4. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob or press the ▲/▼ key to
select the item, then press the [SELECT] soft key or
press the DIAL/ENT knob.
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5. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob or press the ▲/▼ key to
select the desired setting.
6. Press the [ENTER] soft key to or press the DIAL/ENT
knob store the selected setting.
7. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
(The display can also be returned to the previous
screen by pressing the [BACK] soft key.)
The same operation process as the above is written as follows in this operation manual.
[
8.5
]  “SETUP” “DSC SETUP”  “INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY”
TRANSMIT TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT)
When the PTT switch on the microphone is held down, transmit time is limited
to 5 minutes. This limits unintentional transmissions due to a stuck microphone.
About 10 seconds before automatic transmitter shutdown, a warning beep will
be heard from the speaker(s). The transceiver will automatically go to receive
mode, even if the PTT switch is continually held down. Before transmitting
again, the PTT switch must first be released and then pressed again.
NOTE
Once the transmitter is shut down by the TOT, transmission to the last
channel is only allowed 10 seconds after the shutdown.
8.6
SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE
Refer to the VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART (Pages 143 , 141 and 142 )
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.
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8.7
USA, INTERNATIONAL, AND CANADA MODE
To change the channel group from USA to International or Canada:
1. Press the MENU key to display “MENU”.
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “SETUP”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
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3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “CHANNEL
SETUP”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “CHANNEL
GROUP”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
5. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select desired channel
group “USA”, “INTL”, or “CAN”.
6. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected
setting.
7. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
8.8
NOAA WEATHER CHANNELS
1. To receive a NOAA weather channel, press the ►/◄
key repeatedly until the [WX] soft key is displayed at
the bottom of the screen.
2. Press the [WX] soft key. The “WX” indicator appears
on the top part of the screen.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select a different NOAA
weather channel.
4. To exit from the NOAA weather channels, press the
[CH] soft key. The transceiver returns to the channel
it was on prior to a weather channel and the “WX”
indicator disappears from the display.
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8.8.1
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 GX6000 can receive weather alerts when monitoring a weather channel
and, on the last selected weather channel during scanning modes or while on
another working channel.
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. Press any
key to stop the alert. After stopping the beep sound, the
weather alert reception confirmation screen will appear.
Press [OK] to display a confirmation screen. The confirmation screen will ask you whether to move to the weather
channel or return in the marine channel. Press [YES] to
switch to the weather channel, and press [NO] to return
to the marine channel.
To disable the weather alert function, refer to section “16.2 WEATHER ALERT”.
NOTE
If no key is pressed the alert will sound for 5 minutes and then the
weather report will be received.
8.8.2
NOAA Weather Alert Testing
NOAA tests the alert system ever Wednesday between 11AM and 1PM. To
test the GX6000’s NOAA weather feature, setup as in section “8.8.1 NOAA
Weather Alert” and confirm the alert is heard on Wednesdays between 11AM
and 1PM local time.
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8.9
MULTI WATCH (TO PRIORITY CHANNEL)
Multi watch is used to scan two or three channels for communications.
•
•
In Dual Watch, a normal VHF channel and the priority channel are scanned
alternately.
In Triple Watch, a normal VHF channel, the priority channel, and the sub
channel are scanned alternately.
When a signal is received on the normal channel the radio briefly switches
between the normal channel and the priority channel to look for a transmission.
If the radio receives communications on the priority channel the radio stops
and listens to priority channel until communication ends and then starts dual
or triple watch scan again.
8.9.1
1.
[
Setting up the Multi Watch Operation
]  “SETUP”  “CHANNEL SETUP”  “MULTI WATCH”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “DUAL” or
“TRIPLE”.
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected
setting.
4. Press the [CLEAR] key to return to radio operation.
8.9.2
Starting the Dual Watch
1. Adjust the SQL knob until the background noise disappears.
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select a channel you wish to watch.
3. Press ►/◄ key repeatedly until the [DUAL WATCH]
soft key is displayed at the bottom of the screen, press
the [DUAL WATCH] soft key.
The radio will monitor the priority channel and the
channel that was selected in step 2.
If a signal is received on the channel selected in step
2, the GX6000 will dual watch to priority channel.
4. To stop dual watch, press the [DUAL WATCH] soft key again.
When selecting “TRIPLE” in the SETUP menu, [TRIPLE WATCH] will be
displayed as the soft key instead of [DUAL WATCH].
NOTE
The priority channel may be changed from CH16 (default) to another
channel. Refer to section “16.7 PRIORITY CHANNEL”.
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8.10
SCANNING
The GX6000 will automatically scan channels programmed into the preset
channel memory and also the scan channel memory, and the last selected
weather channel.
When an incoming signal is detected on one of the channels during scan, the
radio will pause on that channel, allowing you to listen to the incoming transmission. The radio will automatically start scanning again after the transmission
stops.
8.10.1
]  “SETUP”  “CHANNEL SETUP”  “SCAN TYPE”
[
1.
Selecting the Scan Type
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “PRIORITY” or
“MEMORY”.
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected
setting.
4. Press the [CLEAR] key to return to radio operation.
CH1001
CH88
CH1001
CH09
CH1078
CH88
CH12
CH09
CH12
CH1078
Priority Channel
CH68
CH15
CH1061
CH1022
CH68
CH1018
Memory Scan (M-SCAN)
8.10.2
1.
[
CH15
CH1061
CH1022
CH1018
Priority Scan (P-SCAN)
Programming Scan Memory
]  “SETUP”  “CHANNEL SETUP”  “SCAN MEMORY”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select a desired channel to be scanned, then press the [MEM] soft keys.
“ON” icon will appear at the right side of the selected
channel.
3. Repeat step 2 for all the desired channels to be scanned.
4. To REMOVE a channel from the list, select the channel then press the
[MEM] soft key. “ON” icon of the selected channel will disappear.
5. When you have completed your selection, press the CLEAR key to return
to radio operation.
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To check channels to be scanned, rotate the DIAL/ENT
knob. The “[MEM]” icon will appear when the memory
channel is displayed.
Note: When “SCAN MEMORY” is assigned to the soft
key, the memory function switches between on and
off every time you press the [MEM] soft key.
8.10.3
Memory Scanning (M-SCAN)
1. Set the scan type to “MEMORY” in the SETUP menu (refer to “8.10.1
Selecting the Scan Type”).
2. Adjust the SQL knob until the background noise disappears.
3. Press the ►/◄ key repeatedly, then press the [SCAN]
soft key. “MEM SCAN” appears on the display.
Scanning will proceed from the lowest to the highest
programmed channel number and preset channel
(described in the next section) and will stop on a
channel when a transmission is received.
The channel number will blink during reception.
4. To stop scanning, press the [SCAN] soft key, 16/S or CLEAR key.
8.10.4
Priority Scanning (P-SCAN)
1. Set the scan type to “PRIORITY” in the SETUP menu (refer to “8.10.1
Selecting the Scan Type”).
2. Adjust the SQL knob until the background noise disappears.
3. Press the ►/◄ key repeatedly, then press the [SCAN]
soft key. “PRI SCAN” appears on the display. Scanning will proceed between the memorized channels
and preset channel (described in next section) and
the priority channel.
The priority channel will be scanned after each
programmed channel.
4. To stop scanning, press the [SCAN] soft key, 16/S or CLEAR key.
NOTE
In the default setting, Channel 16 is set as the priority channel. You
may change the priority channel to the desired channel from Channel
16 on the SETUP menu. Refer to section “16.7 PRIORITY CHANNEL”.
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8.11
PRESET CHANNELS: INSTANT ACCESS
10 preset channels can be programmed for instant access. Press the ►/◄
key repeatedly, then press the [PRESET] soft key. Pressing the [PRESET] key
activates the user assigned channel bank. If the [PRESET] soft key is pressed
and no channels have been assigned, alert beep will sound.
Before beginning the Instant Access operation, assign the “PRESET” command
into one of the programmable keys, refer to section “15.8 SOFT KEYS”.
8.11.1
Programming
1. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the channel to
be programmed.
2. Press the ►/◄ key repeatedly to indicate the function
on the display, then press and hold the [PRESET] soft
key until the “P-SET” icon and channel number are
blinking.
3. Press the [ADD] soft key to program the channel
into the preset channel memory. “[P-SET]” icon will
appear.
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to program the desired
channels into the preset channels. Up to 10 channels
can be registered. If you attempt to register the 11th
channel, error beep will sound.
8.11.2
Operation
1. Press the ►/◄ key repeatedly, then press the
[PRESET] soft key to recall the preset channel. The
“[P-SET]” icon will appear on the display.
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired preset
channel.
3. Press the [PRESET] soft key to return to the last
selected channel. The “[P-SET]” icon will disappear
from the display.
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8.11.3
Deletion
1. Press the ►/◄ key repeatedly, then press the
[PRESET] soft key to recall the preset channel.
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the preset channel to be deleted.
3. Press and hold the [PRESET] soft key until the
“[P-SET]” icon and channel number are blinking.
4. Press the [DELETE] soft key to delete the channel
from the preset channel memory.
5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 to delete the desired channels from preset channels.
6. To exit from deleting the preset channels, press the [QUIT] soft key.
8.12
MOB OPERATION
The GX6000 provides a feature to memorize the position information instantly
in case of MOB (Man Over-Board).
1. Press the ►/◄ key repeatedly, then press the [MOB]
soft key.
2. Press the [TO WPT] soft key to start the navigation to
the displayed position. For details about the navigation, see section “11 NAVIGATION”.
To modify the displayed position information, press the
[POS/TM] soft key. For details about the modification,
see “Editing a Waypoint” on page 86.
3. To transmit a DSC distress message, lift the red spring
loaded DISTRESS cover on the right side of the
transceiver, then press and hold the DISTRESS key
(see section “10.2.1 Transmitting a DSC Distress
Alert” for details).
The nature of the distress call is automatically set to “MOB”.
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8.13
PA/FOG OPERATION
The GX6000 has two 25 W hailers built-in and can be used with any 4 Ohm
PA horn. Standard Horizon offers two HAIL/PA horns, the 220SW (5” round
30 Watt HAIL/PA horn) and the 240SW (5” x 8” rectangular 40 Watt HAIL/PA
horn). When the GX6000 is in PA Hail mode the PA speaker listens back (acts
as a microphone and provides two-way communications through the HAIL/PA
horn to the main radio).
NOTE
When in the PA HAIL or FOG HORN mode, the GX6000 will continue
to receive DSC calls and communications on the last selected working
channel prior to entering the PA HAIL or FOG HORN mode.
Then the GX6000 AIS page can also be accessed when in the PA HAIL
or FOG HORN mode.
PA HAIL mode:
PA HAIL mode allows the transceiver to be used as a power hailer when
an optional STANDARD HORIZON 220SW or 240SW HAIL/PA horn is
installed. The PA Hail mode has a listen-back feature which provides two
way communication through the HAIL/PA horn.
FOG HORN mode:
Automatic signaling is transmitted through the HAIL/PA horn. When the
fog horn signal is not being outputted the GX6000 listens back through the
connected HAIL/PA horn.
HORN mode:
Foghorn sound or siren sound can be transmitted through the HAIL/PA
horn. When the fog horn signal is not being outputted the GX6000 listens
back through the connected HAIL/PA horn.
8.13.1
1.
[
Operating the PA HAIL mode
]  “PA FOG”  “PUBLIC ADDRESS”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to speaker select “ALL”,
“PA1” or “PA2”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
Press the microphone’s PTT switch to speak through
the HAIL/PA speaker.
3.Press the [PA VOL] soft key, then rotate the DIAL/
ENT knob to control the AF output level.
Press the [ENTER] soft key. The AF output level can
be set from 0 to 31.
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4. To listen back, rotate the VOL knob.
5. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
8.13.2
Operating the FOG HORN mode
The user can select the type of horn from “Underway”, “Stop”, “Sail”, “Towing”,
“Aground” and “Anchor”.
1.
[
]  “PA FOG”  “FOG HORN”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select one of the six
functions described above, then press the [SELECT]
soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to speaker select “ALL”,
“PA1” or “PA2”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. On the “FOG HORN” mode, while pressing the
[HORN] soft key to activate the tone through the HAIL/
PA speaker.
Press the [FOG VOL] soft key, then rotate the DIAL/
ENT knob to control the AF output level.
Press the [ENTER] soft key. The AF output level can
be set from 0 to 31.
5. To listen back, rotate the VOL knob.
6. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
8.13.3
Fog Signal Timing Chart
TYPE
PATTERN
UNDERWAY One 5-second blasts 5s
every 120 seconds.
5s
USAGE
Motor vessel underway and
making way.
Listen Back
120s
STOP
SAIL
Two 5-second blasts
(separated by 2
seconds) every 120
seconds.
5s 5s
One 5-second
blasts followed by
two 1-second blasts
(separated by 2
seconds) every 120
seconds.
5s 1s 1s
5s 5s
Listen Back
2s
120s
2s
5s 1s 1s
Listen Back
2s 2s
120s
Motor vessel underway but
stopped (not making way).
2s 2s
Sailing vessel underway,
fishing vessel (underway or
anchored), vessel not under
command, a vessel restricted
in her ability to maneuver
(underway or at anchor), or
a vessel towing or pushing
another ahead.
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TYPE
TOWING
AGROUND
One 5-second blasts
followed by three
1-second blasts
(separated by 2
seconds) every 120
seconds.
One 11-second rings
every 60 seconds.
PATTERN
5s 1s 1s 1s
5s 1s 1s 1s
USAGE
Vessel under tow (manned).
Listen Back
2s 2s 2s
1s
1s
2s 2s 2s
120s
1s
5s
1s
250ms
1s
1s
Vessel is aground.
11s
Listen Back
60s
ANCHOR
One 5-second rings
every 60 seconds.
Vessel is at anchor.
5s
250ms
5.25s
Listen Back
60s
8.13.4
Operating the HORN mode
The user can select the type of horn from “Horn” and “Siren”.
1.
[
]  “PA FOG”  “HORN”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “HORN” or
“SIREN”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to speaker select “ALL”,
“PA1” or “PA2”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. On the “Horn” and “Siren” modes, while pressing
the [HORN] soft key to activate the tone through the
HAIL/PA speaker.
Press the [FOG VOL] soft key, then rotate the DIAL/
ENT knob to control the AF output level. Press the
[ENTER] soft key. The AF output level can be set from
0 to 31.
5. To listen back, rotate the VOL knob.
6. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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8.14
INTERCOM OPERATION
The optional SSM-70H (RAM4) remote station microphone must be connected
to perform intercom functions between the GX6000 and the SSM-70H (RAM4).
NOTE
When using the intercom function, connect one or two SSM-70H
(RAM4) Remote Station Microphone to the GX6000.
8.14.1
1.
[
Communication
]  “IC”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the device to
which you want to communicate, then press the
[SELECT] soft key. The “” icon will appear at the
left side of the selected station.
Note: When only one SSM-70H (RAM4) is connected
to GX6000, continue to step 5.
3. Repeat step 2 for all the desired devices.
4. Press the [ENTER] soft key.
5. When the intercom mode is enabled, “INTERCOM”
is displayed on the radio and SSM-70H (RAM4).
6. Press the microphone’s PTT switch on the radio. “Talk”
will be shown on the display.
Note: A warning beep will be heard when the radio’s
PTT and RAM4’s PTT switches are pushed at the
same time.
7. Speak slowly and clearly into the microphone, hold the microphone about
1/2” (1.5 cm) away from your mouth.
8. When finished, release the PTT switch.
9. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
8.14.2
Calling
Pressing the [BELL] soft key when in intercom mode on either the radio or
RAM4 microphone will produce a calling beep to the other station.
8.15
VOICE SCRAMBLER
The voice scrambler function for the 4-code type (CVS2500A compatible) or
the 32-code type (FVP-42 compatible for Furuno Electric FM-4721) is available by configuring optional settings. Refer to the section “16.13 SCRAMBLER
SETUP” to program the voice scrambler.
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1. Select a channel that was programmed for scrambler
mode (the “ ” icon will appear on the display).
2. Monitor the channel before transmitting.
3. Transmit the voice message. The transmission sent
will be scrambled.
8.16
DEMO MODE
This mode is used by Standard Horizon sales persons and dealers to demonstrate radio,
DSC and AIS functions. Demo mode allows latitude, longitude and time to be entered
to simulate radio displays. When the demo mode is enabled, the radio display will
automatically switch from the NORMAL, COMPASS, WAYPOINT, AIS and GM displays.
NOTE
When demo mode is enabled and the radio is turned off and back on
the radio will still be in the demo mode.
1.
]  “SETUP”  “ABOUT...”  “DEMO OPERATION” 
[
“DEMO POSITION INPUT”
2. Enter the latitude/longitude of your vessel and your
local UTC time in the 24-hour notation by the DIAL/
ENT knob. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the
number and press the [SELECT] soft key to move
the cursor to the next character.
3. If a mistake was made entering in the latitude/longitude of your vessel and
your local UTC time, rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “←” or “→”, press
the [SELECT] soft key until the wrong character is selected, then perform
step 2.
4. To store the data entered, press the [FINISH] soft key.
5. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “DEMO START”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
6. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “START”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
NOTE
To stop the demo mode, select “STOP” in step 6 above.
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9 GPS OPERATION
The GX6000 has the optional SCU-31 external GPS antenna to receive and
display the position information. When the radio is connected to an external
GPS device by the NMEA-0183 or NMEA2000, you may select the order of
priority of the connection devices to be used when obtaining location information via the SETUP menu (Refer to section “18.1 ORDER OF PRIORITY”).
Your position information as well as received positions can be memorized and
utilized later for navigation.
9.1
9.1.1
1.
[
DISPLAYING POSITION INFORMATION
GPS Information Numerical Display
]  “GPS”  “GPS INFO”
2. Display the numerical display.
3. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
9.1.2
1.
[
GPS Information Compass Display
]  “GPS”  “COMPASS”
2. Display the compass display.
3. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
Note: Depending on the assignment of the soft keys
you may switch the screen immediately from the
basic display to the compass display by pressing the
[COMP] soft key.
9.2
1.
CHECKING GPS STATUS
[
]  “GPS”  “GPS STATUS”
2. Display the GPS status currently being received.
3. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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9.3
GPS LOGGER OPERATION
The GX6000* includes a logger for position information that allows you to record
your location at regular intervals. (* Requires optional SCU-31 GPS Receiver.)
1. Press the [LOGGER] soft key to turn the function on
or off.
The recording starts and the display returns to the
previous screen with the “ ” icon on the top of the
display.
• You may change the log interval time of recording
via the SETUP menu (Refer to section “18.11.4
Logger Interval”).
Note: To utilize the records, connect the GX6000 to a
PC and download the log data from the radio by using
the PC Programming Software. Refer to section “20
CONNECTING A USB DATA TERMINAL TO THE
PC”.
Logger operation alert:
• When the memory for log data becomes full, three beeps will sound and a
warning message will be displayed. Afterwards the logger does not operate
until the log data in the memory are erased.
• When the logger cannot record for some reason, three beeps will sound
and a warning message will be displayed. Afterwards the logger does not
operate anymore.
• An error message will be displayed when the radio cannot erase the log data
in the memory during the operation following the alert of memory full (see
above) or in the SETUP menu (Refer to section “18.11.5 Log Erase”).
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10 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING (DSC)
10.1
GENERAL
WARNING
This GX6000 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.
NOTE
A DSC Warning sticker is included with
the GX6000. To comply with FCC regulations this sticker must be mounted in a
location that can be easily viewed from
the location of the GX6000.
WARNING
STICKER
Digital Selective Calling (DSC) 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 as part of the Global Maritime Distress and
Safety System (GMDSS). 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 system allows mariners to instantly send a distress call with GPS position
(when connected to the transceiver) to the Coast Guard and other vessels
within range of the transmission. DSC will also allow mariners to initiate or
receive Distress, Urgency, Safety, Routine, Position Request, and Position
Report, Automatic Position Polling, and Group calls to or from another vessel
equipped with a DSC transceiver.
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10.2
DSC DISTRESS ALERT
The GX6000 is capable of transmitting and receiving DSC distress messages
to all DSC radios. Distress alert calls from the GX6000 include the latitude and
longitude of the vessel when the external GPS unit is activated.
10.2.1
Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert
NOTE
To be able to transmit a DSC distress call, MMSI number must be programmed,
refer to section “7.6.1 Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI)”.
In order for your ships location to be transmitted, the GX6000 must be
able to receive a valid position data from the SCU-31 external GPS
antenna or other GPS device connected by NMEA 0183 or NEMA 2000.
Refer to section “7.5.3 Accessory Cables and NMEA 0183 Cables”
Basic Operation
1. Lift the red spring loaded DISTRESS cover, press
once and then press and hold the DISTRESS key for 3
seconds. The radio display will count down (3-2-1) and
then transmit the distress call. The backlight of the display
and keypad flashes while the radio's display is counting
down.
2. When the distress signal is sent, the transceiver
watches for a transmission on CH70 until an acknowledgment signal is received.
3. If no acknowledgment is received, the distress call is
repeated in 4 minute intervals until a DSC acknowledgment is received.
4. When a DSC distress acknowledgment is received,
a distress alarm sounds and Channel 16 is automatically selected. The display shows the MMSI of the
ship responding to your distress.
5. Press the microphone’s PTT switch and state your name, vessel name,
number of persons on board and the distress situation, then say “over” and
wait for a reply from the acknowledging ship.
6. To turn off the distress alarm before the radio retransmits the distress alert,
press the 16/S key or the [QUIT] soft key.
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Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert with Nature of Distress
The GX6000 is capable of transmitting a DSC distress alert with the following
“Nature of Distress” categories:
Undesignated, Fire/Explosion, Flooding, Collision, Grounding, Capsizing,
Sinking, Adrift, Abandoning, Piracy, MOB.
1.
[
]  “DSC CALL”  “DIST ALERT MSG”
2. Press the [NATURE] soft key. The “NATURE OF”
menu will appear on the display.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired nature of distress category,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Press and hold the DISTRESS key until a distress alert is transmitted.
Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert by Manually Inputting Location and Time
In case the GX6000 fails to get a GPS position fix, you may manually input your
latitude and longitude, and time before transmitting the distress alert.
1.
[
]  “DSC CALL”  “DIST ALERT MSG”
2. Press the [POS/TM] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the first number
of latitude, then press the [SELECT] soft key to step
to the next number.
4. Repeat step 3 to set the position and time.
If a mistake was made, rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to
select “←” or “→”, press the [SELECT] soft key until
the wrong character is selected, then perform step 3.
5. When finished programming the position and time, press the [FINISH] soft
key. The display will return to the previous screen.
6. Press and hold the DISTRESS key until a distress alert is transmitted.
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Pausing a DSC Distress Alert
After a DSC distress call is transmitted, the DSC distress call is repeated every
4 minutes until the call is canceled by the user or until the radio is turned off and
on again. The GX6000 has the capability to suspend (pause) the retransmitting
of the distress call by the procedure below.
1. After the distress call is transmitted, the radio will show
the display as on the right.
Looking at this display you will notice “TX IN: 02:10”,
this is the time when the radio will re-transmit the DSC
distress call.
2. To suspend re-transmitting the DSC call, press the
[PAUSE] soft key.
3. To resume counting down to transmit the DSC
Distress call, press the [RESUME] soft key.
Canceling a DSC Distress Alert
If a DSC distress alert was sent by error the GX6000 allows you to send a
message to other vessels to cancel the distress call that was made.
1. Press the [CANCEL] soft key, then press the [YES]
soft key.
2. After the message for cancelling has been transmitted,
press the [OK] soft key.
3. Press the [FINISH] soft key.
4. Press the [QUIT] soft key to return to radio operation.
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10.2.2
Receiving a DSC Distress Alert
1. When a DSC distress call is received, an emergency
alarm sounds.
2. Press any key to stop the alarm.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to show information on
the vessel in distress.
On the display you will notice 3 soft key selections.
These selections are described below:
[ACCEPT]: Press this key to accept the DSC distress
call and to switch to Channel 16.
Note: If a key is not pressed for 30 seconds or longer the radio will automatically switch to Channel 16. (“AUTO CHANNEL CHANGE” timer settings
can be changed in “DSC SETUP” menu. The default setting is 30 sec.)
[PAUSE]: Press this key to temporarily disable automatic switching to Channel 16.
[QUIT]: Press this key to quit the automatic Channel 16 switching and revert
to the last selected working channel.
4. After accepting the call, press the [TO WPT] soft
key to set the vessel in distress as a destination for
navigation.
Note: You may change the waypoint name.
5. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob key to select “SAVE &
GOTO”, then press the [SELECT] soft key to change
the display to the waypoint navigation screen. The
display indicates the distance and direction of the
distressed vessel, and the compass displays the
distressed vessel by dot ().
6. To stop navigating to a waypoint, press one of the
soft keys, then press the [STOP] soft key. The radio
is switched to the normal mode.
NOTE
• You must continue monitoring Channel 16 as a coast station may
require assistance in the rescue attempt.
• When there is an unread distress alert, “ ” icon will appear on the
display. You may review the unread distress alert from the DSC log, refer
to the section “10.11.2 Reviewing a Logged DSC RX Distress Call”.
• Not all DSC radios can receive a DSC distress relay call.
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10.3
ALL SHIPS CALL
The all ships call function allows contact to be established with DSC equipped
vessels without having their MMSI in the individual calling directory. Also, priority
for the call can be designated as “Safety” or “Urgency”.
SAFETY Call:
This type of call is 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. This call is
the same as saying “Securite, Securite, Securite”.
URGENCY Call: This type of call is used when a vessel may not truly be in
distress, but have a potential problem that may lead to a
distress situation. This call is the same as saying “PAN PAN,
PAN PAN, PAN PAN” on Channel 16.
10.3.1
1.
[
Transmitting an All Ships Call
]  “DSC CALL”  “ALL SHIPS CALL”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the nature of
call (“SAFETY” or “URGENCY”), then press the
[SELECT] soft key.
3. In the INTERSHIP CH list, rotate the DIAL/ENT knob
to select the operating channel “.*.”on which you want
to communicate, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
To select operating channels from all voice channels,
press the [MANUAL] soft key.
4. Press the [YES] soft key to transmit the selected type
of all ships call.
5. After the all ships call is transmitted, the transceiver
will switch to the selected channel.
6. Listen to the channel to make sure it is not busy, then
key the microphone and say “PAN PAN, PAN PAN,
PAN PAN” or “Securite, Securite, Securite” depending
on the priority of the call.
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7. Press the [QUIT] soft key to exit the all ships call
menu.
10.3.2
Receiving an All Ships Call
1. When an all ships call is received, an emergency
alarm will sound.
The display shows the MMSI of the vessel transmitting the all ships call and the radio will change to
the requested channel after 30 seconds (the default
setting of “AUTO CHANNEL CHANGE”).
2. Press any key to stop the alarm.
3. Monitor the requested channel until the all ships voice
communication is completed.
On the display you will notice 3 soft key selections.
These selections are described below:
[ACCEPT]: Press this key to accept the DSC all ships
call and to switch to requested channel.
Note: If a key is not pressed for 30 seconds or longer the radio will automatically change to the requested channel (the default setting of “AUTO
CHANNEL CHANGE”).
[PAUSE]: Press this key to temporarily disable automatic switching to the
requested channel.
Note: In some cases, automatically switching to a requested channel might
disrupt important ongoing communications. This feature allows commercial users to suspend channel switching and stay on the working channel
selected before the all ships call was received.
[QUIT]: Press this key to quit the automatic channel switching and revert
to the last selected working channel.
4. Press the [QUIT] key to return to the channel display.
NOTE
When there is an unread all ships call, “ ” icon will appear on the
display. You may review the unread all ships call from the DSC log, refer
to the section “10.11.2 Reviewing a Logged DSC RX Distress Call”.
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10.4
INDIVIDUAL CALL
This feature allows the GX6000 to contact another vessel with a DSC VHF
radio and automatically switch the receiving radio to a desired communications
channel. This feature is similar to calling a vessel on CH16 and requesting to
go to another channel (switching to the channel is private between the two
vessels). Up to 100 individual contacts may be programmed.
10.4.1
Setting up the Individual / Position Call Directory
The GX6000 has a DSC directory that allows you to store a vessel or person’s
name and the associated MMSI number you wish to contact via individual
calls, auto polling, position request, position report, and polling transmissions.
To transmit an individual call you must program this directory with information
of the persons you wish to call, similar to a cellular phone's telephone directory.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “DSC SETUP”  “INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “ADD”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “NAME:”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to scroll through the first
letter of the name of the vessel or person you want
to reference in the directory.
5. Press the [SELECT] soft key to enter the first letter
in the name and step to the next letter to the right.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until the name is complete. The name can consist of
up to fifteen characters, and if you do not use all fifteen characters, select
“→” to move to the next space. This method can also be used to enter a
blank space in the name.
If a mistake was made entering in the name, rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to
select “←” or “→”, press the [SELECT] soft key until the wrong character
is selected, then perform steps 4 and 5.
7. When the name is entered (using fifteen characters or less), press the
[FINISH] soft key to advance to the MMSI number entry.
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8. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “MMSI:”, then press the [SELECT]
soft key.
9. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to scroll through numbers, 0-9. Press the
[SELECT] soft key to enter the desired number and move one space to
the right. Repeat this procedure until all nine space of the MMSI number are
entered.
If a mistake was made entering in the MMSI number, rotate the DIAL/ENT
knob to select “←” or “→”, press the [SELECT] soft key until the wrong
character is selected, then perform step 9.
10. When the MMSI number is entered, press the [FINISH] soft key.
11. To store the entered data, rotate the DIAL/ENT knob
to select “SAVE”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
12. To enter another individual address, repeat steps 2
through 11.
13. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
10.4.2
Setting up the Individual Call Reply
This menu item sets up the radio to automatically (default setting) or manually
respond to a DSC individual call requesting you to switch to a working channel
for voice communications. When “Manual” is selected the MMSI of the calling
vessel is shown allowing you to see who is calling. This function is similar to
caller id on a cellular phone.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “DSC SETUP”  “INDIVIDUAL REPLY”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “AUTO” or
“MANUAL”.
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected
setting.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
10.4.3
Enabling the Individual Call Acknowledgment
The radio can select either reply message “Able” (default) or “Unable” when the
individual reply setting (described in the previous section) is set to “AUTOMATIC”.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “DSC SETUP”  “INDIVIDUAL ACK.”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “ABLE” or
“UNABLE”.
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected
setting.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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10.4.4
Transmitting an Individual Call
This feature allows the user to contact another vessel with a DSC radio. This
feature is similar to calling a vessel on CH16 and requesting to go to another
channel.
Individual Call using the Individual/Position Directory
1.
[
]  “DSC CALL”  “INDIVIDUAL CALL”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “HISTORY” or
“MEMORY”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select an individual you
want to contact, press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. In the INTERSHIP CH list, rotate the DIAL/ENT knob
to select the operating channel on which you want to
communicate, then press the [SELECT] soft key. To
select operating channels from all voice channels,
press the [MANUAL] soft key.
5. Press the [YES] soft key to transmit the individual
DSC signal.
6. When an individual call acknowledgment is received,
the established channel is automatically changed to
the channel which is selected on step 4 above and a
ringing tone sounds.
7. Press the [QUIT] soft key to listen to the channel to
make sure it is not busy, then press the microphone’s
PTT switch and talk into the microphone to communicate with the other vessel.
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Individual Call by Manually Entering an MMSI
You may enter an MMSI number manually to contact without storing it in the
individual directory.
1.
[
]  “DSC CALL”  “INDIVIDUAL CALL”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “MANUAL”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the first number
of the MMSI which you want to contact, then press
the [SELECT] soft key to step to the next number.
4. Repeat step 3 to set the MMSI number (nine digits).
If a mistake was made entering in the MMSI number,
rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “←” or “→”, press
the [SELECT] soft key until the wrong character is
selected, then perform step 3.
5. When finished entering the MMSI number, press the
[FINISH] soft key.
6. In the INTERSHIP CH list, rotate the DIAL/ENT knob
to select the operating channel on which you want to
communicate, then press the [SELECT] soft key. To
select operating channels from all voice channels,
press the [MANUAL] soft key.
7. Press the [YES] soft key to transmit the individual
DSC signal.
8. When an individual call acknowledgment is received,
the established channel is automatically changed to
the channel which is selected on step 6 above and a
ringing tone sounds.
9. Press the [QUIT] soft key to listen to the channel to
make sure it is not busy, then press the microphone’s
PTT switch and talk into the microphone to communicate with the other vessel.
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10.4.5
Receiving an Individual Call
When an individual DSC call is received, the radio will automatically respond
(default setting) to the calling ship, and switch to the requested channel for
voice communications. Refer to section “10.4.2 Setting up the Individual Call
Reply” to change the reply to manual if you want to see who is calling before
replying to the call.
Automatic reply:
1. When an individual call is received, an individual call
ringing alarm sounds.
The radio automatically switches to the requested channel. The display shows the MMSI of the vessel calling.
2. Press any key to stop the alarm.
3. Monitor the requested channel until the message is completed.
Press the microphone’s PTT switch and talk into the microphone to communicate with the vessel that initiated the individual call.
4. Press the [QUIT] soft key to return to radio operation.
Manual reply:
1. When an individual call is received, an individual call
ringing alarm sounds.
The display shows the MMSI of the vessel transmitting
the individual call.
2. Press any key to stop the alarm.
3. On the display you will notice 3 soft key selections.
These selections are described below:
[ACCEPT]: Press this key to accept the DSC individual call and to switch to requested channel.
[PAUSE]: Press this key to temporarily disable automatic switching to the requested channel.
Note: In some cases, automatically switching to a requested channel might
disrupt important ongoing communications. This feature allows commercial users to suspend channel switching and stay on the working channel
selected before the individual call was received.
[QUIT]: Press this key to quit the automatic channel switching and revert
to the last selected working channel.
Note: If a key is not pressed for 30 seconds or longer the radio will automatically change to radio operation.
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4. After accepting the call, press the [ABLE] soft key to
switch to the requested channel. (To inform the vessel
that you are unable to respond, press the [UNABLE]
soft key.)
5. Press the [YES] soft key to send an acknowledgement.
Press the [CHG CH] soft key to change the channel
for communication from the requested one.
6. Monitor the requested or specified channel until the
message is completed.
Press the microphone’s PTT switch and talk into the microphone to communicate with the vessel that initiated the individual call.
7. Press the [QUIT] soft key to return to the channel
display.
NOTE
When there is an unread individual call, “ ” icon will appear on the
display. You may review the unread individual call from the DSC log,
refer to the section “10.11.2 Reviewing a Logged DSC RX Distress
Call”.
10.4.6
Setting up the Individual Call Ringer
When an individual call is received the radio’s default setting will produce a
ringing sound for 2 minutes. This selection allows the individual call ringer time
to be changed.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “DSC SETUP”  “INDIVIDUAL RING”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select ringing time of
individual calls.
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected
setting.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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The GX6000 has the capability to turn off the individual call ringer.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “DSC SETUP”  “DSC BEEP”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “INDIVIDUAL
CALL”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “OFF”.
4. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected
setting.
5. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
To enable the ringer tone, repeat the above procedure, rotating the DIAL/ENT
knob to select “ON” in step 3 above.
10.5
GROUP CALL
This feature allows the user to contact a group of specific vessels using DSC
radios with the group call function to automatically switch to a desired channel
for voice communications. This function is very useful for yacht clubs and vessels
traveling together that want to collectively make announcements on a predetermined channel. Up to 32 group MMSIs may be programmed.
10.5.1
Setting up a Group Call
For this function to operate, the same group MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service
Identity Number) must be programmed into all the DSC VHF radios within the
group of vessels that will be using this feature. To understand Group MMSI
programming, first a ship MMSI has to be understood.
Ship MMSI: The first three digits called MID (Mobile Identity Group) of a ship
MMSI denote the country where the ship’s MMSI is registered. The last 6 digits
are specific to the ships ID.
Ship MMSI Example: If your MMSI is “366123456”, “366” is MID which denote
the country and “123456” is your ships MMSI.
Group MMSI:
 Group MMSI numbers are not assigned by the FCC or other organizations
licensed to assign ship MMSI numbers.
 The first digit of a group MMSI is always set to “0” by International rules. All
Standard Horizon radios are preset so when programming a group MMSI
the first digit is set to “0”.
 The USCG recommends programming the MID of a ship MMSI into the
Second, Third and Fourth digits of the group MMSI as it denotes the area
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the ship is located in.
 The last 5 digits are decided upon by persons in the group. This is an important step as all radios in the group must contain the same group MMSI so
they can be contacted by each other. There is a chance that another group
of vessels may program in the same group MMSI. If this happens, simply
change one or more of the last 5 digits of the group MMSI.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “DSC SETUP”  “GROUP DIRECTORY”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “ADD”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “GROUP
NAME:”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to scroll through the first
letter of the name of the group you want to reference
in the directory.
5. Press the [SELECT] soft key to store the first letter
in the name and step to the next letter to the right.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until the name is complete. The name can consist of
up to fifteen characters, if you do not use all eleven characters, select “→”
to move to the next space. This method can also be used to enter a blank
space in the name.
If a mistake was made entering in the name, rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to
select “←” or “→”, press the [SELECT] soft key until the wrong character
is selected, then perform steps 4 and 5.
7. When the group name is entered (using fifteen characters or less), press
the [FINISH] soft key to advance to the group MMSI number entry.
8. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “MMSI:”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
9. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the second
number of the MMSI (nine digits: first digit permanently set to “0”) which you want to contact, then Press
the [SELECT] soft key to enter the desired number
and move one space to the right.
Repeat this procedure until all eight spaces of the MMSI number are entered.
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10.
11.
12.
13.
If a mistake was made entering in the MMSI number, rotate the DIAL/ENT
knob to select “←” or “→”, press the [SELECT] soft key until the wrong
character is selected, then perform step 9.
When finished entering the MMSI number, press the [FINISH] soft key to confirm.
To store the data, select “SAVE”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
To enter another group address, repeat steps 2 through 11.
Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
10.5.2
Transmitting a Group Call
Group Call using the Group Directory
1.
[
]  “DSC CALL”  “GROUP CALL”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “HISTORY” or
“MEMORY”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select a group you want
to contact, then press the [SELECT] soft key
4. In the INTERSHIP CH list, rotate the DIAL/ENT knob
to select the operating channel on which you want to
communicate, then press the [SELECT] soft key. To
select operating channels from all voice channels,
press the [MANUAL] soft key.
5. Press the [YES] soft key to transmit the group call
signal.
6. When the group call signal is sent, the display will be
as shown in the illustration at the right.
7. After the group call is transmitted, all the radios in the
group will switch to the designated channel.
8. Listen to the channel to make sure it is not busy, then
press the microphone’s PTT switch to communicate
with all of the vessels in the group.
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Group Call by Manually Entering an MMSI
This feature allows you to contact a group of vessels by entering in their group
MMSI manually.
1.
[
]  “DSC CALL”  “GROUP CALL”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “MANUAL”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the first number of
the MMSI (nine digits: first digit permanently set to “0”)
which you want to contact, then press the [SELECT]
soft key to step to the next number.
4. Repeat step 3 to set the MMSI number.
If a mistake was made entering in the MMSI number, rotate the DIAL/ENT
knob to select “←” or “→”, press the [SELECT] soft key until the wrong
character is selected, then perform step.
5. When finished entering the MMSI number, press the [FINISH] soft key.
6. In the INTERSHIP CH list, rotate the DIAL/ENT knob
to select the operating channel on which you want to
communicate, then press the [SELECT] soft key. To
select operating channels from all voice channels,
press the [MANUAL] soft key.
7. Press the [YES] soft key to transmit the group call
signal.
8. After the group call is transmitted, all the radios in the
group will switch to the designated channel.
9. Listen to the channel to make sure it is not busy, then
press the microphone’s PTT switch to communicate
with all of the vessels in the group.
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10.5.3
Receiving a Group Call
1. When a group call is received, the GX6000 will
produce a ringing alarm sound.
2. The display shows the group MMSI number.
3. Press any key to stop the alarm.
On the display you will notice 3 soft key selections.
These selections are described below:
[ACCEPT]: Press this key to accept the group call
and to switch to requested channel.
[PAUSE]: Press this key to temporarily disable automatic switching to the requested channel.
[QUIT]: Press this key to quit the automatic channel switching and revert
to the last selected working channel.
4. If you want to respond, monitor the channel to make sure it is clear, then
press the microphone’s PTT switch and talk into the microphone to communicate with all of the vessels in the group.
5. Press the [QUIT] soft key to return to radio operation.
Note: If a key is not pressed for 30 seconds or longer
the radio will automatically change to radio operation.
NOTE
When there is an unread group call, “ ” icon will appear on the display.
You may review the unread group call from the DSC log, refer to the
section “10.11.3 Reviewing Other Logged Calls”.
10.5.4
Setting up the Group Call Ringer
The GX6000 has the capability to turn off the group call ringer.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “DSC SETUP”  “DSC BEEP”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “GROUP CALL”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
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3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “OFF”.
4. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected
setting.
5. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
To re-enable the ringer tone, repeat the above procedure, rotating the DIAL/
ENT knob to select “ON” in step 3 above.
10.6
POSITION REQUEST
Advancements in DSC have made it possible to poll the location of another
vessel and show the position of that vessel on the display of the GX6000.
Standard Horizon has taken this feature one step further, if a compatible GPS
chart plotter is connected to the GX6000, the polled position of the vessel is
shown on the display of the GPS chart plotter making it easy to navigate to
the location of the polled vessel. This is a great feature for anyone wanting to
know the position of another vessel. For example, your buddy that is catching
fish or finding the location of a person you are cruising with.
NOTE
The other vessel must have an operating GPS receiver connected to
its DSC radio and must not have its radio set to deny position requests.
(Refer the section “10.4 INDIVIDUAL CALL” to enter information into
the individual directory).
10.6.1
Setting up a Position Request Reply
The GX6000 can be set up to automatically (default setting) or manually send
your position when requested by another vessel. This selection is important if
you are concerned about someone polling the position of your vessel that you
may not want to. In the manual mode you will see the MMSI (Maritime Mobile
Service Identity Number) or persons name shown on the display allowing you
to choose to send your position to the requesting vessel.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “DSC SETUP”  “POSITION REPLY”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “AUTO” or
“MANUAL”. In “AUTO” mode, after a DSC POS
request is received, the radio will automatically transmit your vessel’s position. In “MANUAL” mode, the
display of the GX6000 will show who is requesting
the position and the [YES] soft key on radio has to
be pressed to send your position to the requesting
vessel.
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3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected setting.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
10.6.2
Transmitting a Position Request to Another Vessel
Position Request using the Individual/Position Directory
Refer to section “10.4 INDIVIDUAL CALL” to enter information into the individual directory.
1.
[
]  “DSC CALL”  “POS REQUEST CALL”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “HISTORY” or
“MEMORY”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select a name that was
stored in the individual/position directory.
4. Press the [SELECT] soft key, then press the [YES]
soft key to transmit the position request DSC call.
5. When the GX6000 receives the position from the
polled vessel it is shown on the radio display.
6. Press the [QUIT] soft key to return to radio operation.
NOTE
If the GX6000 does not receive position data from the polled vessel,
the display will show “NO POSITION DATA”.
Position Request by Manually Entering an MMSI
This feature allows you to request the position of a vessel by manually entering the MMSI.
1.
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[
]  “DSC CALL”  “POS REQUEST CALL”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “MANUAL”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the first number
of the MMSI (nine digits) which you want to contact,
then press the [SELECT] soft key to step to the next
number.
4. Repeat step 3 to set the MMSI number.
If a mistake was made entering in the MMSI number, rotate the DIAL/ENT
knob to select “←” or “→”, press the [SELECT] soft key until the wrong
character is selected, then perform step 3.
5. When finished entering the MMSI number, press the [FINISH] soft key.
6. Press the [YES] soft key to transmit the position
request DSC call.
7. When the GX6000 receives the position from the
polled vessel it is shown on the radio display.
8. Press the [QUIT] soft key to return to radio operation.
NOTE
The received position from the polled vessel can be transferred to a
GPS chart plotter via NMEA DSC and DSE sentences.
10.6.3
Receiving a Position Request
1. When a position request call is received from another
vessel, a ringing sound will be produced, and the
display will be as shown in the illustration at the right.
2. Press any key to stop the alarm.
3. To send your vessel’s position to the requesting
vessel, press the [REPLY] soft key.
Or to exit from position request display, press the
[QUIT] soft key.
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4. Press the [QUIT] soft key to return to the channel
display.
NOTE
When there is an unread position request call, “ ” icon will appear on
the display. You may review the unread individual call from the DSC
log, refer to the section “10.11.3 Reviewing Other Logged Calls”.
10.6.4
Manual Input of Position Information
If the GX6000 is located in an area where GPS reception is limited when you
are going to reply to the received position request, you may manually input
your location (latitude and longitude) and time to be sent.
1.
[
]  “MMSI/POS INFO”
2. Press the [POS/TM] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the first number
of latitude, then press the [SELECT] soft key to step
to the next number.
4. Repeat step 3 to set the position and time.
If a mistake was made, rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to
select “←” or “→”, press the [SELECT] soft key until
the wrong character is selected, then perform step 3.
5. When finished programming the position and time, press the [FINISH] soft
key. The display will return to the previous screen.
6. Press the [OK] soft key.
7. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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10.6.5
Setting up a Position Request Ringer
The GX6000 has the capability to turn off the position request ringer.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “DSC SETUP”  “DSC BEEP”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “POS REQUEST”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “OFF”.
4. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected
setting.
5. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
To enable the ringer tone, repeat the above procedure, rotating the DIAL/ENT
knob to select “ON” in step 3 above.
10.7
POSITION REPORT
The feature is similar to position request, however instead of requesting a
position of another vessel this function allows you to send your position to
another vessel.
10.7.1
Transmitting a DSC Position Report Call
DSC Position Report Call using the Individual/Position Directory
Refer to section “10.4 INDIVIDUAL CALL” to enter information into the individual directory.
1.
[
]  “DSC CALL”  “POS REPORT CALL”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “HISTORY” or
“MEMORY”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the name in the
directory, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
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4. If you want to change the position displayed, press the
[POS/TM] soft key to go to the position information
input screen. After inputting new position information,
press the [FINISH] soft key to confirm.
5. Press the [YES] soft key to send your position to the selected vessel.
6. Press the [QUIT] soft key to return to radio operation.
DSC Position Report Call by Manually Entering an MMSI
This feature allows you to send your position to another vessel by manually
entering the MMSI of the ship you want to send your position to.
1.
[
]  “DSC CALL”  “POS REPORT CALL”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “MANUAL”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the first number
of the MMSI which you want to contact, then press
the [SELECT] soft key to step to the next number.
4. Repeat step 3 to set the MMSI number.
If a mistake was made entering in the MMSI number,
rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “←” or “→”, press
the [SELECT] soft key until the wrong character is
selected, then perform step 3.
5. When finished entering the MMSI number, press the [FINISH] soft key.
6. If you want to change the position displayed, press the [POS/TM] soft key
to go to the position information input screen. After inputting new position
information, press the [FINISH] soft key to confirm.
7. Press the [YES] soft key to send your position to the
selected vessel.
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8. Press the [QUIT] soft key to return to radio operation.
10.7.2
Receiving a DSC Position Report Call
When another vessel transmits their vessels location to the GX6000 the following will happen:
1. When a position report call is received from another
vessel, a ringing sound will be produced.
2. Press any key to stop ringing.
3. Press the [INFO] soft key to see more detailed position information of the station.
4. To exit to radio mode, press the [QUIT] soft key.
10.7.3
Navigating to the Reported Position
The GX6000 has a feature that allows you to navigate to a received position
report call by using the compass display. Navigating to the position of a position
report call may be enabled by the procedure below.
1. After the position report call has been received, press
the [INFO] soft key.
2. Press the [WPT] soft key.
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3. The display indicates the distance and direction of
the received vessel, and the compass displays the
received vessel with a dot ().
Stopping Navigation to the Reported Position
1. Press one of the soft keys to show the key selections.
2. Press the [STOP] soft key. The radio will stop navigating to the waypoint and the normal VHF display will
be shown.
10.7.4
Saving the Reported Position as a Waypoint
The GX6000 can save a position report call in the radio’s memory as a waypoint.
1. After the position report call has been received, press
the [SAVE] soft key.
2. If you want to change the name of the waypoint, rotate
the DIAL/ENT knob to select “NAME”, then press the
[SELECT] soft key.
3. Enter the name of the waypoint you want to reference
in the directory. For details, refer to “10.4.1 Setting
up the Individual / Position Call Directory”.
4. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “SAVE”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key to save the waypoint
into memory.
5. Press the [OK] soft key to return to the position report
display.
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Navigating to a Saved Waypoint
Refer to section “11.1.1 Starting and Stopping Navigation” for details.
10.7.5
Setting up a Position Report Ringer
The GX6000 has the capability to turn off the position report ringer.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “DSC SETUP”  “DSC BEEP”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “POS REPORT”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “OFF”.
4. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected
setting.
5. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
To re-enable the ringer tone, repeat the above procedure, rotating the DIAL/
ENT knob to select “ON” in the step 3 above.
10.8
POLLING CALL
The GX6000 has the capability to track another vessel.
10.8.1
Transmitting a Polling Call to a Vessel
Polling Call using the Individual/Position Call Directory
1.
[
]  “DSC CALL”  “POLLING CALL”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “HISTORY” or
“MEMORY”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select a name that was
stored in the individual/position call directory, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
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4. Press the [YES] soft key to transmit the polling call.
5. After a polling call is transmitted, if the reply signal
is not received, “Waiting for ACK” is shown on the
display which means the GX6000 is waiting for the
vessel you called to send an acknowledgement.
6. To transmit the call again, press the [RESEND] soft
key.
7. Press the [QUIT] soft key to return to radio operation.
Polling Call by Manually Entering an MMSI
This feature allows you to contact a vessel by manually entering the MMSI of
the ship you want to track.
1.
[
]  “DSC CALL”  “POLLING CALL”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “MANUAL”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the first number
in the MMSI and press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Repeat step 3 until all the digits of the MMSI are shown
on the display.
5. If a mistake was made entering in the MMSI number,
rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “←” or “→”, press
the [SELECT] soft key until the wrong character is
selected, then perform step 3.
6. When finished entering the MMSI number, press the [FINISH] soft key.
7. Press the [YES] soft key to transmit the polling call.
8. Press the [QUIT] soft key to return to radio operation.
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10.8.2
Receiving a Polling Call
When another vessel transmits a polling call to the GX6000 the following will
happen:
1. When a polling call is received, the radio will automatically respond to the calling vessel.
2. To exit from the polling call display, press the [QUIT]
soft key.
10.9
AUTO POSITION POLLING
The GX6000 has the capability to automatically track seven vessels programmed
into the individual directory, or to automatically send your position information
to the programmed stations.
10.9.1
1.
[
Setting up the Polling Operation
]  “SETUP”  “DSC SETUP”  “AUTO POSITION POLLING”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired
operation (AUTO POS REQUEST and AUTO POS
REPORT), and press the [ENTER] soft key.
3. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
10.9.2
1.
[
Setting up the Polling Time Interval
]  “SETUP”  “DSC SETUP”  “AUTO POS INTERVAL”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “AUTO POS
INTERVAL”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired
interval time (30 second, 1, 2, 3, and 5 minutes) and
press the [ENTER] soft key.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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10.9.3
Selecting Vessels to be Automatically Polled
NOTE
The radio uses the individual directory to select vessels to be automatically polled. Refer to section “10.4.1 Setting up the Individual /
Position Call Directory” and to enter MMSI of vessels you want to
poll before proceeding.
1.
[
]  “DSC CALL”  “AUTO POS POLLING”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “SELECTED ID”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. The radio will show a blank row highlighted when you
select the vessel for the first time. Press the [SELECT]
soft key.
4. The radio will show the vessels programmed in the individual directory. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select
the desired vessel, then press the [ENTER] soft key.
5. For more entries, rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select a
blank row, press the [SELECT] soft key, then perform
step 4.
6. When finished, press the CLEAR key to exit to the
radio mode.
10.9.4
1.
[
Enabling/Disabling Auto POS Polling
]  “DSC CALL”  “AUTO POS POLLING”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the “ACTIVATION”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “START” to
enable transmissions or “STOP” to disable, then press
the [ENTER] soft key.
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4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
5. Auto POS Polling starts and “[A]” icon will light up on
the screen.
10.10 DSC TEST
This function is used to contact another DSC equipped vessel to ensure the
DSC functions of the radio are operating.
NOTE
To use this feature, the radio that will receive the test call also needs
to have the DSC Test feature.
To perform the DSC test you will need to enter the MMSI of another vessel into
the individual directory or manually enter in the MMSI using the procedure below.
10.10.1 Programming MMSI into Individual Directory
Refer to section “10.4.1 Setting up the Individual / Position Call Directory”.
10.10.2 Transmitting a DSC Test to Another Vessel
DSC Test call by using Individual/Position Directory
1.
[
]  “DSC CALL”  “DSC TEST CALL”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “HISTORY” or
“MEMORY”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the ship name,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Press the [YES] soft key to transmit the DSC test call
to the other vessel.
5. Press the [QUIT] soft key to return to radio operation.
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DSC Test Call by Manually Entering an MMSI
1.
[
]  “DSC CALL”  “DSC TEST CALL”  “MANUAL”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “MANUAL”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the first digit in
the MMSI, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Repeat step 3 until all the numbers of the MMSI are
shown on the display.
5. Press the [FINISH] soft key to show the test call page.
6. Press the [YES] soft key to transmit the DSC test call
to the other vessel.
7. Press the [QUIT] soft key to return to radio operation.
NOTE
After the radio receives a test call reply from the vessel that was called,
the radio will ring and show “RX TEST CALL” display, which confirms
the radio you called has received the test call.
10.10.3 Receiving a DSC Test Call
When another vessel transmits a DSC Test call to the GX6000 the following
will happen:
1. When a DSC Test call is received, the radio will automatically respond to the calling vessel.
2. To exit from the DSC Test call display, press the [QUIT]
soft key.
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10.11 DSC LOG OPERATION
The GX6000 logs transmitted calls, received DSC distress calls, and other calls
(individual, group, all ships, etc.). The DSC log feature is similar to an answer
machine where calls are recorded for review and a “ ” icon will appear on the
radio's display. The GX6000 can store up to 100 transmitted calls, up to the
latest 50 distress calls, and up to the latest 100 other calls (individual, group,
all ships, position report, position request ack, test call ack, and polling calls).
NOTE
When the “DSC LOG” menu is selected, the GX6000 may display
high-priority logged call automatically.
10.11.1 Reviewing and Resending a Transmitted Logged Call
The GX6000 allows transmitted logged calls to be reviewed and to resend the
call.
1.
[
]  “DSC CALL”  “DSC LOG”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “TRANSMITTED”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the station (name
or MMSI number) you want to review and/or resend
the call.
4. Press the [SELECT] soft key to review details for the
selected station.
5. Depending on the type of the DSC LOG selected in
step 3, you can check the information of the LOG by
pressing the [INFO] soft key and can reply by pressing the [CALL] soft key.
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10.11.2 Reviewing a Logged DSC RX Distress Call
The GX6000 allows logged DSC RX distress call to be reviewed.
1.
[
]  “DSC CALL”  “DSC LOG”  “RX DISTRESS”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the station (name
or MMSI number) you want to review and/or relay the
distress call to other vessels.
Note: When there is an unread received call, “ ” icon
will appear to the left of the logged call.
3. Press the [SELECT] soft key to review details for the selected station.
4. Press the [INFO] soft key to display more information or press the [BACK] soft key to go back to the
received DSC distress call list.
10.11.3 Reviewing Other Logged Calls
1.
[
]  “DSC CALL”  “DSC LOG”  “RX OTHER CALL”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the station (name
or MMSI number) you want to review and/or call back.
Note: When there is an unread received call, “ ” icon
will appear to the left of the logged call.
3. Press the [SELECT] soft key to review details for the
selected station.
4. Press the [REPLY] soft key to reply to the call or press
the [BACK] soft key to go back to the received call
list.
10.11.4 Deleting Logged Calls from the DSC Log Directory
1.
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[
]  “DSC CALL”  “DSC LOG”  “LOG DELETE”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the category
(“TRANSMITTED”, “RX DISTRESS”, “RX OTHER
CALL” or “ALL LOG”) to be deleted.
3. Press the [SELECT] soft key.
The display will show “Do you want to delete the
LOG?”.
4. Press the [YES] soft key. (To cancel, press the [NO]
soft key.)
5. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
NOTE
The procedure above will delete all logged calls of the selected category
at one time.
To delete logged calls one by one, review the details of the call you
want to delete, then press the [DELETE] soft key.
10.12 DSC LOOP BACK OPERATION
The GX6000 has a self-test feature for DSC call.
1.
[
]  “DSC CALL”  “DSC LOOP BACK”
2. Press the [YES] soft key to start a test. (To cancel,
press the [NO] soft key.)
The display will show “Passed!” if the DSC feature
properly operates, then press the [OK] soft key to
the “DSC CALL” menu.
3. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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11 NAVIGATION
The GX6000 is capable of storing up to 250 waypoints for navigation using
the compass page.
You can also navigate to DSC distress calls with position or a position received
from another DSC radio using DSC polling.
11.1
11.1.1
WAYPOINT OPERATION
Starting and Stopping Navigation
Navigation by Using the Waypoint Directory
1.
[
]  “NAVI”  “WAYPOINT”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired
category (“HISTORY” or “MEMORY”), then press the
[SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select a waypoint, then
press the [SELECT] soft key. The navigation screen
will appear.
The screen includes the distance and direction to the
destination, and the waypoint is indicated by a dot ()
inside the compass.
4. Press one of the soft keys to show the key selections.
Press the [STOP] soft key to stop the navigation.
Navigation by Manually Entering a Waypoint
1.
[
]  “NAVI”  “WAYPOINT”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “MANUAL”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. If you want to give the waypoint an easy-to-find name,
rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “NAME:”, press
the [SELECT] soft key, then enter the name. For
details, refer to “10.4.1 Setting up the Individual /
Position Call Directory”.
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4. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “POSITION:”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
5. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the first number
of latitude, then press the [SELECT] soft key to step
to the next number.
6. Repeat step 5 to set the position.
If a mistake was made, rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to
select “←” or “→”, press the [SELECT] soft key until
the wrong character is selected, then perform step 5.
7. When finished programming the position, press the [FINISH] soft key. The
display will return to the previous screen.
8. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “SAVE &
GOTO”, then press the [SELECT] soft key. To set the
Waypoint as a temporary destination without saving
and start the navigation, select “GOTO” and press the
[SELECT] soft key.
The navigation screen will appear.
The screen includes the distance and direction to the
destination, and the waypoint is indicated by a dot ()
inside the compass.
9. Press one of the soft keys to show the key selections.
Press the [STOP] soft key to stop the navigation.
11.1.2
Setting Up Waypoint Directory
Marking a Position
This feature allows the radio to mark the current position of the vessel.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “WAYPOINT SETUP”  “MARK POSITION”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “NAME:”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Enter the waypoint name by rotating the DIAL/ENT
knob and the [SELECT] soft key.
When the name is entered (using fifteen characters
or less), press the [FINISH] soft key.
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4. If you want to modify the position, rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select
“POSITION:”, press the [SELECT] soft key, then enter the new coordinates.
When finished modifying the position, press the [FINISH] soft key.
5. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “SAVE”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key to save the mark position into memory.
6. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
Adding a Waypoint
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “WAYPOINT SETUP”  “WAYPOINT DIRECTORY”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “ADD”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “NAME:”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Enter the waypoint name by rotating the DIAL/ENT
knob and the [SELECT] soft key.
When finished entering the name (using fifteen characters or less), press the [FINISH] soft key.
5. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “POSITION:”, press the [SELECT]
soft key, then enter the coordinates.
When finished entering the position, press the [FINISH] soft key.
6. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “SAVE”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key to save the waypoint
into memory.
7. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
Editing a Waypoint
This function allows a previously entered waypoint to be edited.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “WAYPOINT SETUP”  “WAYPOINT DIRECTORY”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “EDIT”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
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3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the waypoint to
be edited, then press the [SELECT] soft key to show
the waypoint input display.
4. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “NAME:” or
“POSITION:”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
5. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “←” or “→”, press the [SELECT] soft
key until the character to be changed is selected, then enter a new character.
6. Repeat step 5 until the waypoint is updated.
When finished editing, press the [FINISH] soft key.
7. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “SAVE”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key to store the edited
waypoint into memory.
8. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
Deleting a Waypoint
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “WAYPOINT SETUP”  “WAYPOINT DIRECTORY”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “DELETE”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the waypoint to
be deleted, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Confirm the waypoint to be deleted, rotate the DIAL/
ENT knob to select “OK”, then press the [SELECT]
soft key.
5. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
Saving a DSC Position Call as a Waypoint
When a position is received from another DSC radio the GX6000 allows the
position to be saved as a waypoint.
Refer to section “10.7.4 Saving the Reported Position as a Waypoint” for
details.
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11.1.3
Selecting the Display Range
This menu item allows setting of the range on the compass display.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “WAYPOINT SETUP”  “DISPLAY RANGE”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select desired range.
(Unit of measure depends on the settings in the GPS
SETUP menu. Refer to section “18.7 UNITS OF
MEASURE”.)
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected
setting.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
11.1.4
Selecting the Arrival Range
This menu item sets the distance to alert you when you are within the specified
arrival range of the waypoint.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “WAYPOINT SETUP”  “ARRIVAL RANGE”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select desired range.
(Unit of measure depends on the settings in the GPS
SETUP menu. Refer to section “18.7 UNITS OF
MEASURE”.)
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected setting.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
11.2
ROUTING OPERATION
The GX6000 allows you to set 1 to 15 waypoints along the route.
Via14
Via3
Via2
Current
position
11.2.1
Via15
WPT
Via1
Routing to a Waypoint
Setting Up Routing Directory
NOTE
All the destinations and via-points must be programmed as waypoints
in the GX6000 memory. Refer to section “11.1.2 Setting Up Waypoint
Directory”.
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Adding a Route
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “WAYPOINT SETUP”  “ROUTE DIRECTORY”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “ADD”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “NAME:”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Enter the route name by rotating the DIAL/ENT knob
and the [SELECT] soft key.
When the name is entered (using fifteen characters
or less), press the [FINISH] soft key.
5. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “ROUTE
POINTS”, press the [SELECT] soft key.
6. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “WPT:”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
7. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select a waypoint, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
8. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “Via1”, then press
the [SELECT] soft key.
9. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select a waypoint, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
10. Repeat steps 8 and 9 to add more via-points.
11. Press the [BACK] soft key.
12. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “SAVE”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key to store the route into
memory.
13. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
Editing a Route
This function allows a previously entered route to be edited.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “WAYPOINT SETUP”  “ROUTE DIRECTORY”
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2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “EDIT”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the route to be
edited, then press the [SELECT] soft key to show the
route input display.
4. Perform steps 3 to 11 of the previous page until the
route is updated.
5. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “SAVE”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key to store the edited route
into memory.
6. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
Deleting a Route
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “WAYPOINT SETUP”  “ROUTE DIRECTORY”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “DELETE”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the route to be
deleted, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Confirm the route to be deleted, rotate the DIAL/ENT
knob to select “OK”, then press the [SELECT] soft
key.
5. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
11.2.2
1.
[
Starting and Stopping Route Navigation
]  “NAVI”  “ROUTE”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired
category (“HISTORY” or “MEMORY”), then press the
[SELECT] soft key.
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3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select a route, then
press the [SELECT] soft key. The navigation screen
with “RUT” indicator appears.
4. A message “ARRIVED” will appear when you have
reached to the first target point.
To start navigation to the next target, press the [YES]
soft key.
5. Press one of the soft keys to show the key selections.
Press the [STOP] soft key to stop the navigation.
11.2.3
Changing the Destination
1. On the navigation screen, press one of the soft keys
to show the key selections.
2. Press the [NEXT TG] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select desired destination, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. The navigation screen with a new destination appears.
11.2.4
Selecting Automatic or Manual Routing
This selection allows you to start navigation to the next target automatically or
manually when your vessel has arrived at a waypoint.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “WAYPOINT SETUP”  “ROUTING OPERATION”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “AUTO” or
“MANUAL”, then press the [ENTER] soft key.
3. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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12 GM OPERATION
The GM (Group Monitor) feature of the GX6000 utilizes the same system as
the DSC Group call and Auto Position Polling, to display the group members'
locations.
12.1
SETTING UP GM OPERATION
The GX6000 is capable of storing up to 10 groups with 1 to 9 members each.
12.1.1
Setting Up GM Group Directory
NOTE
• For this function to operate, the same group MMSI must be programmed
into each transceiver of group members to be monitored. Refer to
section “10.5.1 Setting up a Group Call” for details.
• Group members for GM operation can only be selected from the
Individual/Position Call directory, there for all members that you want
to monitor have to be stored in the directory. Refer to section “10.4.1
Setting up the Individual / Position Call Directory” for details.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “GM SETUP”  “GM GROUP DIRECTORY”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “ADD”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “NAME:”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Enter the GM group name by rotating the DIAL/ENT
knob and the [SELECT] soft key.
When the name is entered (using eleven characters
or less), press the [FINISH] soft key.
5. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “GM ID:”, press
the [SELECT] soft key, then enter the group MMSI
number.
When finished entering the MMSI, press the [FINISH]
soft key.
6. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “MEMBERS”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
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7. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select a list number,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
8. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select a member from
the Individual directory, then press the [SELECT] soft
key.
9. Repeat steps 8 to add members to the group, then
press the [BACK] soft key.
10. Press the [BACK] soft key to return to the “NAME:”
and “GM ID:” screen.
11. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “SAVE” to store
the data, then press the [ENTER] soft key.
12. To enter another group directory, repeat steps 2
through 11.
13. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
12.1.2
1.
[
Setting Up the Polling Time Interval
]  “SETUP”  “GM SETUP”  “INTERVAL”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired
interval time, then press the [ENTER] soft key.
3. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
12.1.3
1.
[
Enabling/Disabling Transmission during GM Operation
]  “SETUP”  “GM SETUP”  “GM TX”
Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired
transmission type, then press the [ENTER] soft key.
OFF:
Disables the transmission during GM
operation.
ON GM: Enables the transmission during the GM
target display.
ON ALL: Enables the transmission during the GM operation.
3. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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12.2
STARTING GM OPERATION
NOTE
To start GM operation, configure the GM Group Directory setting in
setup menu. Otherwise, you cannot start the GM operation. Refer to
section “12.1.1 Setting Up GM Group Directory” for details.
1.
[
]  “GM”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired
category (“HISTORY” or “MEMORY”), then press the
[SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select a group you want
to monitor, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
The GM operation starts and the GM target display
appears.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
12.2.1
Changing the GM Group Being Monitored
1. On the GM target display, press one of the soft keys
to show the key selections.
2. Press the [TG LIST] soft key.
3. Press the [CHG GP] soft key.
4. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the name of the
group you want to start monitoring, then press the
[ENTER] soft key.
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The GM group being monitored changes. The GM
target display appears.
5. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
12.2.2
Transmitting a DSC Call to a Group Member
1. On the GM target display, press one of the soft keys
to show the key selections.
2. Press the [TG LIST] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select a member you
want to call.
4. Press the [SELECT] soft key to display the location,
distance, and bearing of the selected member.
5. Press the [CALL] soft key to transmit a DSC Individual
call to the selected member.
12.2.3
Starting Navigation to a Group Member
1. On the GM target display, press one of the soft keys
to show the key selections.
2. Press the [TG LIST] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select a member you
want to approach.
4. Press the [SELECT] soft key to display the location,
distance, and bearing of the selected member.
5. Press the [TO WPT] soft key to start navigation to the
selected member. (Press the [BACK] soft key twice
to cancel and return to the GM target display.)
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13 AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (AIS)
13.1
GENERAL
NOTE
• The GX6000 is equipped with an antenna connection designated for
AIS. By connecting a marine antenna to this connector, the transceiver
can receive AIS signals while receiving a VHF voice transmissions.
• Install the VHF antenna and the AIS antenna as far away from each
other as possible. Having a large vertical distance is especially effective for improving high frequency isolation. To make even longer-range
communication possible, it is recommended to install the antenna for
VHF at a height higher than the antenna for AIS.
The Automatic Identification System (AIS) is a short range coastal tracking
system. AIS is intended to assist in collision avoidance by seeing positions and
courses of AIS equipped vessels around your vessel.
AIS is mandatory on passenger ships, irrespective of size, all ships 300 gross
tonnage and larger engaged on international voyages, cargo ships of 500 gross
tonnage and larger not engaged on international voyages.
AIS uses two marine VHF channels. Each ship equipped with an AIS transponder transmits a packet every few seconds with information about the ship and
its voyage. Radio frequencies: AIS1 = 161.975 MHz and AIS2 162.025 MHz.
A stand-alone AIS receiver or the AIS receiver built in to a Class A or Class B
transponder can pick up these radio signals and translate them into a NMEA
data sentence that can be understood by a computer with the proper software
or by an AIS-enabled chart plotter.
Classes of AIS:
Class A - 12.5W power output - mandated for use on SOLAS Chapter V vessels
(and others in some countries).
Class B CS - 2W output - lower cost derivative for leisure and non-SOLAS markets.
The GX6000 is capable of receiving Class A and Class B CS transmissions with
the internal Dual Channel AIS receiver.
13.2
AIS OPERATION
The GX6000 is equipped with an AIS receiver and can display AIS targets
around your vessel on the radio's display. Therefore, you can identify and avoid
in proximity to your vessel.
NOTE
To show AIS targets on the radio’s display, the optional SCU-31 or
an external GPS devices needs to be connected via NMEA 0183 or
NMEA 2000 so the radio knows its position relative to the AIS targets.
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1.
[
]  “AIS”
The AIS display shows your vessel as a “ ” icon in
the center of the display. AIS targets are shown as
triangles. The line projected from the circle is the AIS
vessels course over ground (COG).
Vessel Location
Range Ring
2. Press the ►/◄ key to change the AIS target. Pressing
the ◄ key sequentially displays AIS vessels in order
closest to your ship. Pressing the ► key sequentially
displays AIS vessels in order furthest from your ship.
The selected AIS target is displayed with “ ” icon,
while other stations are displayed with “ ” icon.
AIS Target
Selected AIS Target
＜AIS＞
Information
of the AIS Target
Note: Up to 15 AIS targets can be shown on the display. All received AIS targets
are displayed on the compatible chart plotter or navigation software via
NMEA 0183 or NMEA 2000.
3. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
13.2.1
Displaying the AIS Target Information Screen
1. On the AIS screen, press one of the soft keys to show
the key selections. These selections are described
below:
[RANGE]: Press this key to change the display range
of the screen.
[TG LIST]: Press this key to show a list of the MMSI
numbers or the vessel names being
received.
[FUNC]: Press this key to show the function menu.
2. Press the [TG LIST] soft key to show a list of AIS target being received.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the MMSI number
(or vessel name). then press the [SELECT] soft key.
Pressing the [DANGER] soft key changes the order
to the TCPA time order.
4. The AIS target information screen appears. To see
more information of the AIS target, press the [NEXT]
soft key.
5. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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13.2.2
Changing the AIS Range
1. On the AIS screen, press one of the soft keys to show
the key selections.
2. Press the [RANGE] soft key. Press the soft keys at
the center and right side to select the radius range to
display on the AIS screen.
3. Press the [BACK] soft key to return to AIS screen.
NOTE
You may change the display range unit of the AIS screen, refer to
section “18.7 UNITS OF MEASURE”.
13.2.3
Transmitting an Individual Call to an AIS Ship
It is possible for the GX6000 to transmit a DSC individual call to a received AIS
target by the procedure below:
1. On the AIS screen, press one of the soft keys to show
the key selections.
2. Press the [TG LIST] soft key to show a list of AIS
target being received.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the MMSI number
(or vessel name). then press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Press the [CALL] soft key
5. In the INTERSHIP CH list, rotate the DIAL/ENT knob
to select the operating channel on which you want to
communicate, then press the [SELECT] soft key. To
select operating channels from all voice channels,
press the [MANUAL] soft key.
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6. To transmit an individual DSC call to the select AIS
ship, press the [YES] soft key.
After the GX6000 transmits, the radio waits for the
DSC radio on the AIS ship to transmit a reply, at which
time the radio will ring like a telephone. Pick up the
microphone, press the PTT switch and talk to the AIS
vessel.
7. Press the [QUIT] soft key to return to AIS screen.
8. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
13.2.4
CPA/TCPA Alarm Functions
The CPA (Closest Point of Approach) alarm sounds when other AIS vessels
enter within the range set as the CPA Limit. For details, refer to section “13.3.1
CPA”.
The TCPA (Time to Closest Point of Approach) alarm sounds according to the
time set as the TCPA Limit which is the time taken until other AIS vessels enter
within the range set as the CPA Limit. For details, refer to section “13.3.2 TCPA”.
1. If other AIS vessels approach your ship, the alarm
sounds according to the CPA Limit and TCPA Limit
that you set in advance.
2. Press any key to stop the alarm.
The targets for the CPA/TCPA alarm will appear with
“ ” and flash.
Up to 15 targets for the CPA/TCPA alarm can be shown on the screen.
Note: If the display is in a mode other than AIS, the radio automatically
switches to the AIS mode.
3. On the display you will notice 3 soft key selections.
These selections are described below:
[INFO]: Pressing this key shows the information
screen of the CPA/TCPA alarm targets.
[CALL]: Pressing this key switches the screen to the
setting screen for transmitting individual DSC
calls.
[QUIT]: P
ress this key to return to AIS screen.
4. To transmit individual calls to the CPA/TCPA alarm targets, follow steps 4
through 8 in “13.2.3 Transmitting an Individual Call to an AIS Ship”
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13.2.5
Changing the Compass Display
The compass display can be switched between “COURSE-UP” and “NORTHUP”. The default setting is “COURSE-UP”.
Refer to section “18.2 COMPASS DIRECTION” for details.
13.3
[
AIS SETUP
]  “SETUP”  “AIS SETUP”  “VESSEL INFO”
13.3.1
CPA
This function allows you to set the CPA (Closest Point of Approach) alarm distance.
: CPA means the positions at which two moving vessels reach their closest
possible distance.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “AIS SETUP”  “CPA”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the distance you
want the radio to alert you of an approaching AIS
equipped vessel. You can select one from “0.5nm”,
“1nm”, “2nm”, “5nm”, or “10nm” (“0.5nm” is default).
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected
setting.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
13.3.2
TCPA
This function allows you to set the TCPA (Time to Closest Point of Approach)
alarm.
: Setting up a TCPA alarm sets a time point where the radio will alarm when
an AIS equipped vessel approaching is within the time selected.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “AIS SETUP”  “TCPA”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the time you want
the radio to alert you of an approaching AIS equipped
vessel. The time can be set from “1min” to “30min”
(“10min” is default).
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected
setting.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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13.3.3
CPA/TCPA Alarm
Enable/disable the CPA/TCPA alarm functions. The default setting is “OFF”.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “AIS SETUP”  “CPA/TCPA ALARM”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “CPA” or “TCPA”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “OFF” or “ON”.
4. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected
setting.
5. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
NOTE
The alarm will sound until it is disabled (1) by pressing any key, (2)
following the steps above and selecting “OFF” in step 3, or (3) when
the ship is out of the selected CPA/TCPA alarm range. The alarm is
produced from the front panel speaker, the speaker in the microphone,
the optional external speaker and optional RAM4 and RAM4W microphone when connected.
13.3.4
IGNORE VESSELS
This function allows listed registered AIS vessels to be ignored by the CPA /
TCPA alarm function.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “AIS SETUP”  “CPA/TCPA ALARM”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “IGNORE
VESSELS”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “ADD”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
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4. Press the [SELECT] soft key.
5. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to scroll through numbers,
0-9. Press the [SELECT] soft key to enter the desired
number and move one space to the right. Repeat this
procedure until all nine space of the MMSI number are
entered.
If a mistake was made entering in the MMSI number, rotate the DIAL/ENT
knob to select “←” or “→”, press the [SELECT] soft key until the wrong
character is selected, then perform step 5.
6. When the MMSI number is entered, press the [FINISH] soft key.
7. To store the entered data, rotate the DIAL/ENT knob
to select “SAVE”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
8. To enter another AIS vessel, repeat steps 3 through 7.
9. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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14 NMEA 2000 SETUP
Set the device numbers and system numbers of devices connected to the
NMEA 2000 network.
14.1
SELECT DEVICE
Select the device for which you want to set the device number and system number.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “NMEA2000 SETUP”  “SELECT DEVICE”
2. In the SELECT DEVICE list, rotate the DIAL/ENT
knob to select the external device for which you want
to set the device number or the system number.
3. Press the [SELECT] soft key to store the selected setting.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
NOTE
If any devices connected to the network are not displayed in the list,
press the [SEARCH] soft key to update the list.
14.2
DEVICE NUMBER
If connecting two or more GX6000 radios, change the device number of either
one. Set the device number of the device selected in “14.1 SELECT DEVICE”.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “NMEA2000 SETUP”  “DEVICE NUMBER”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the first digit of
the device number, then press the [SELECT] soft key
to step to the next number.
3. Repeat step 2 to set the device number within the
range of 000 to 251. (“000” is default).
4. If a mistake was made entering in the device number, rotate the DIAL/ENT
knob to select “←” or “→”, press the [SELECT] soft key until the wrong
character is selected, then perform step 2.
5. When finished programming the device number, press
the [FINISH] soft key.
6. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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14.3
SYSTEM NUMBER
Set the system number of the device selected in “14.1 SELECT DEVICE”.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “NMEA2000 SETUP”  “SYSTEM NUMBER”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the first digit of
the system number, then press the [SELECT] soft
key to step to the next number.
3. Repeat step 2 to set the system number within the
range of 00 to 15. (“00” is default).
4. If a mistake was made entering in the system number, rotate the DIAL/ENT
knob to select “←” or “→”, press the [SELECT] soft key until the wrong
character is selected, then perform step 2.
5. When finished programming the system number,
press the [FINISH] soft key.
6. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
14.4
SUMMARY OF THE NMEA 2000 SETUP
Item
SELECT DEVICE
DEVICE NUMBER
SYSTEM NUMBER
14.5
059392
059904
060928
065240
126464
126993
126996
127237
127250
127258
128259
129025
129026
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Description
Select the device for which you
want to set the device number or
the system number
Set the device number
Set the system number
Default Value
−
000
00
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103
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COMPATIBLE NMEA 2000 PGN LIST
Receive
ISO Acknowledgement
ISO Request
ISO Address Claim
ISO Commanded Address
Receive/Transmit PGN's group
function
Heartbeat
Product Information
Heading/Track Control
Vessel Heading
Magnetic Variation
Speed
Position, Rapid Update
COG and SOG, Rapid Update
059392
059904
060928
−
126464
126993
126996
−
−
−
−
−
−
Transmit
ISO Acknowledgement
ISO Request
ISO Address Claim
−
Receive/Transmit PGN's group
function
Heartbeat
Product Information
−
−
−
−
−
−
129029
129033
−
−
Receive
GNSS Position Data
Local Time Offset
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
−
129540
GNSS Sats in View
129029
−
129038
129039
129040
129041
129793
129794
129796
129797
129798
129799
129801
129802
129808
129809
129810
129540
Transmit
GNSS Position Data
−
AIS Class A Position Report
AIS Class B Position Report
AIS Class B Extended Position
Report
AIS Aids to Navigation (AtoN)
Report
AIS UTC and Date Report (Base
Station)
AIS Class A Static and Voyage
Related Data
AIS Acknowledge
AIS Binary Broadcast Message
AIS SAR Aircraft Position Report
Radio Frequency/Mode/Power
AIS Addressed Safety Related
Message
AIS Safety Related Broadcast
Message
DSC Call Information
AIS Class B “CS” Static Data
Report, Part A
AIS Class B “CS” Static Data
Report, Part B
GNSS Sats in View
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15 CONFIGURATION SETUP
15.1
DISPLAY MODE
The display mode can be selected according to the time of day you operate
the radio.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CONFIGURATION”  “DISPLAY MODE”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired
setting. You can select one from “DAY MODE” or
“NIGHT MODE”.
DAY MODE:
Normal display mode.
NIGHT MODE: Low brightness display mode for night
use.
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected setting.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
15.2
DIMMER ADJUSTMENT
This menu selection adjusts the backlight intensity.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CONFIGURATION”  “DIMMER”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired level
(“7” is default). When “OFF” is selected, the lamp is
turned off.
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected level.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
15.3
DISPLAY CONTRAST
The display contrast can be adjusted to suit your operation environment.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CONFIGURATION”  “CONTRAST”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired level.
The contrast level can be set from “1” to “30” (“15” is
default).
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected level.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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15.4
KEY BEEP
This selection is used to select the beep tone volume level when a key is
pressed.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CONFIGURATION”  “KEY BEEP”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired level.
The beep level can be set from “1” to “7”, or “OFF”
(“4” is default).
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected level.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
15.5
FOG ALERT TONE FREQUENCY
The function allows the radio to be setup to send the proper fog frequency
which is dependent on vessel size, shown below:
70 - 200Hz: Vessel that are 660 feet (200 meters) or more in length
130 - 350Hz: Vessel that are 247.5 feet (75 meters) or more but less than
660 feet (200 meters) in length
250 - 700Hz: Vessel that are 66 feet (20 meters) or more but less than
247.5 feet (75 meters) in length
250 - 700Hz: Vessel that are 39.6 feet (12 meters) or more but less than
66 feet (20 meters) in length
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CONFIGURATION”  “FOG FREQUENCY”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired
level. The frequency level can be set from “200Hz”
to “850Hz” (“400Hz” is default).
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected
setting.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
NOTE
By default, the radio Fog frequency is set to 400 Hz. In most cases
this frequency should not be changed unless the vessel is very large.
15.6
LISTEN BACK
While in PA, FOG HORN, or HORN mode, toggle the listen back function
between ON and OFF.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CONFIGURATION”  “LISTEN BACK”
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2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “OFF” or “ON”
(“ON” is default).
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected
setting.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
15.7
STATION NAME
This function allows you to change the name of the radio or second station
microphone.
Example: “RADIO - CABIN”, “RAM 1 - FLYBRIDGE”
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CONFIGURATION”  “STATION NAME”
2. With the second station microphone connected, rotate
the DIAL/ENT knob to select the unit to be named,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select to scroll through
the first letter of the new station name.
4. Press the [SELECT] soft key to store the first letter
in the name and step to the next letter to the right.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until the name is complete. The
name can consist of up to ten characters, and if you
do not use all ten characters, select “→” to move to
the next space. This method can also be used to enter
a blank space in the name.
If a mistake was made entering in the station name, rotate the DIAL/ENT
knob to select “←” or “→”, press the [SELECT] soft key until the wrong
character is selected, then perform steps 3 and 4.
6. When finished entering the station name (using ten characters or less),
press the [FINISH] soft key to advance to the second station name entry.
7. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “SSM-70H”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
8. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select to scroll through
the first letter of the new station name.
9. Press the [SELECT] soft key to store the first letter
in the name and step to the next letter to the right.
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10. Repeat steps 8 and 9 until the name is complete. The name can consist
of up to ten characters, and if you do not use all ten characters, select “→”
to move to the next space. This method can also be used to enter a blank
space in the name.
If a mistake was made entering in the station name, rotate the DIAL/ENT
knob to select “←” or “→”, press the [SELECT] soft key until the wrong
character is selected, then perform steps 8 and 9.
11. When finished entering the station name (using ten characters or less),
press the [FINISH] soft key.
12. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
15.8
SOFT KEYS
From this menu, you can assign desired functions to each soft key from numbers
01 to 12. You can also set how long the soft key icon will be displayed after the
corresponding soft key is pressed.
15.8.1
1.
Key Assignment
]  “SETUP”  “CONFIGURATION”  “SOFT KEY”
[
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “KEY ASSIGNMENT”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the key number
to be programmed, and press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select a new function to
be assigned, and press the [ENTER] soft key. Available functions are listed below. By selecting “NONE”
the soft key assignment is removed.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to program other soft keys.
The VHF radio's functions can be assigned to the maximum of 12 soft keys.
Pressing the ►/◄ key each time shows three different soft keys.
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
6. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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DISPLAY
NONE
TX HI/LO
WX/CH
SCAN
DUAL WATCH /
TRIPLE WATCH
MARK POSITION
SCAN MEMORY
PRESET
MAN OVERBOARD
NOISE CANCEL
CH NAME
SCRAMBLER
COMPASS
FUNCTION
−
Turns on or off scanning function
02
01
05
Starts and stops dual watch scan
06
Marks the current position for a “Waypoint”
09
04
10
03
Selects transmit power
Switches channels between weather and marine
Add or remove channels from memory channel scan
Programs or deletes the preset memory channel
Marks the position where a person falls overboard
Enables the noise canceling settings display
Edit channel names
Configures the secret communication settings
Enables the “Compass” display
NAVIGATION
Enables the “Waypoint” or “Route” navigation display
FOG HORN
Select FOG HORN mode
Activates intercom between radio and RAM4
microphone (optional SSM-70H (RAM4) or SSM-71H
(RAM4W) required)
Starts and stops logging position data
INTERCOM
GPS LOGGER
AIS DISPLAY
HORN BUTTON
PUBLIC ADDRESS
RX RECORD
RX SENSE
PLAY
15.8.2
1.
[
Shows the “AIS” display
Activates the Fog Horn function
12
Activates the PA function
Records received voices
Toggles between LOCAL and DISTANCE
Plays recorded voices
Key Timer
]  “SETUP”  “CONFIGURATION”  “KEY TIMER”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “KEY TIMER”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired time.
4. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected
setting.
5. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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SOFT KEY NUMBERS
ASSIGNED AS DEFAULT
(See the previous page.)
07
11
08
15.9
MODE/STATUS LED DIMMER
This menu selection adjusts the MODE/STATUS indicator intensity.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CONFIGURATION”  “MODE/STATUS LED DIMMER”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired level
(“7” is default). When “OFF” is selected, the indicator
does not light.
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected level.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
15.10 RESET
You may reset the memory and settings of the setup categories independently
or return the transceiver to the original factory setting.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CONFIGURATION”  “RESET”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired
category. You can select one from “DSC/GM SETUP”,
“WAYPOINT SETUP”, “CHANNEL SETUP”, “GPS
SETUP”, “AIS SETUP”, “CONFIGURATION”, or
“FACTORY” (all settings* except the “MMSI” and
“Vessel Information” will be initialized).
(*: The Individual Directory and the GPS Log also
eliminated.)
3. Press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Press the [YES] soft key. (To cancel, press the [NO]
soft key.)
5. Press the [OK] soft key.
6. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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15.11 SUMMARY OF THE CONFIGURATION SETUP
Item
DISPLAY MODE
DIMMER
CONTRAST
KEY BEEP
FOG FREQUENCY
LISTEN BACK
STATION NAME
SOFT KEY
KEY ASSIGNMENT
KEY TIMER
MODE/STATUS
LED DIMMER
RESET
Description
Toggles LCD display mode between
daytime and nighttime mode
Adjusts the backlight level of the
LCD and keypad
Adjusts the contrast of the LCD
Adjusts the volume of beep tone
when a key is pressed
Sets the tone frequency when
transmitting FOG
Turns on or off of listen back function
Sets the names of the radio and
external devices
Sets the assignment of the soft keys
Sets the display time of the soft keys
Adjusts the brightness level of the
MODE/STATUS indicator
Initializes the memories and settings
Default Value
DAY MODE
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DAY MODE: 7
NIGHT MODE: 4
15
4
106
400Hz
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ON
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RADIO
RAM 1
RAM 2
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10 sec
7
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16 CHANNEL FUNCTION SETUP
16.1
CHANNEL GROUP
16.2
WEATHER ALERT
This menu item allows you to select a channel group from USA, Canada, and
International.
Refer to section “8.7 USA, INTERNATIONAL, AND CANADA MODE” for details.
Enables/disables the NOAA Weather Alert function. The default setting is “ON”.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CHANNEL SETUP”  “WEATHER ALERT”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “ON” or “OFF”.
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected
setting.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
16.3
SCAN MEMORY
To be able to scan channels the radio must be programmed. This section allows
channels to be stored in scan memory.
Refer to section “8.10.2 Programming Scan Memory” for details.
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16.4
SCAN TYPE
This selection is used to select the scan mode between “MEMORY” and
“PRIORITY”. The default setting is “PRIORITY”.
Refer to section “8.10.1 Selecting the Scan Type” for details.
16.5
SCAN RESUME
This selection is used to select the time the GX6000 waits after the received
signal ends before the radio starts to scan channels again. The default setting
is 2 seconds.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CHANNEL SETUP”  “SCAN RESUME”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired
resume time, default is 2 seconds. The resume time
can be set to “1sec” through “5sec”.
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the new setting.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
16.6
MULTI WATCH
16.7
PRIORITY CHANNEL
This selection is used to select the watch type between “DUAL” and “TRIPLE”.
The default setting is “DUAL”.
Refer to section “8.9 MULTI WATCH (TO PRIORITY CHANNEL)” for details.
This procedure allows the radio to use a different priority channel used when
priority scanning. By default, the radio priority channel is set to Channel 16.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CHANNEL SETUP”  “PRIORITY CHANNEL”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired channel to be a priority.
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the new setting.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
16.8
SUB CHANNEL
By default, the sub channel is set to Channel 9. This procedure allows the radio
to assign a different sub channel for instant access.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CHANNEL SETUP”  “SUB CHANNEL”
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2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired channel to be a sub channel.
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the new setting.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
16.9
CHANNEL NAME
When the radio (“Normal”) mode is selected, the display will show a name under
the channel number. This name describes the use of the channel. The radio
has the capability to customize the name by the procedure below.
Example: CH69 PLEASURE to HOOKUP
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CHANNEL SETUP”  “CHANNEL NAME”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the channel to
be named, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to scroll through the first
letter of the new channel name.
4. Press the [SELECT] soft key to store the first letter
in the name and step to the next letter to the right.
5. Repeat step 3 and 4 until the name is complete. The
name can consist of up to 16 characters, if you do
not use all 16 characters, select “→” to move to the
next space. This method can also be used to enter a
blank space in the name.
If a mistake was made entering in the channel name, rotate the DIAL/ENT
knob to select “←” or “→”, press the [SELECT] soft key until the wrong
character is selected, then perform steps 3 and 4.
6. When finished entering the channel name (using
fifteen characters or less), press the [FINISH] soft
key to save the name.
7. If you want to enter the name of another channel,
repeat the steps 2 through 6.
8. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
NOTE
When “CHANNEL NAME” is assigned to the soft key, you can show
the channel name input display directly by pressing the [NAME] soft
key during radio operation.
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16.10 NOISE CANCELLATION
Enables/disables the Noise-canceling function of the transmitter and receiver
independently.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CHANNEL SETUP”  “NOISE CANCEL”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “TX MODE”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “ON” or “OFF”,
then press the [ENTER] soft key.
4. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “RX MODE”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
5. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the noise level
from “LEVEL1” through “LEVEL4” or “OFF”, then
press the [ENTER] soft key.
6. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
16.11 AUDIO FILTER OPERATION
This menu item allows you to select operation of the internal audio filter for
the best acoustics in noisy environments. The default setting is “NORMAL”.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CHANNEL SETUP”  “AF PITCH CONTROL”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired filter
operation.
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the new setting.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
16.12 RX RECORDER
Configure settings of the function for recording received voices.
16.12.1 RX Recorder Function ON/OFF
Enable/disable the RX Recorder function. The default setting is “OFF”.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CHANNEL SETUP”  “RX RECORDER”
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2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “ACTIVATION”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “ON” or “OFF”,
then press the [ENTER] soft key to store the new
setting.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
16.12.2 Setting for Recording Delay Time
Set the time interval until recording stops after the end of voice reception. The
default setting is 3 seconds.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CHANNEL SETUP”  “RX RECORDER”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “RECORDING
DELAY TIME”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired delay
time. The delay time can be set to “1sec” through
“5sec”.
4. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the new setting.
5. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
16.12.3 Setting for End of Tone
Enable/disable the tone function that indicates the end of recording when
recording stops. The default setting is “ON”.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CHANNEL SETUP”  “RX RECORDER”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “END OF TONE”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
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3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “OFF” or “ON”,
then press the [ENTER] soft key to store the new
setting.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
16.12.4 Data Erase
Delete recorded voice data.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CHANNEL SETUP”  “RX RECORDER”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “DATA ERASE”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Press the [YES] soft key. (To cancel, press the [NO]
soft key.)
4. Press the [OK] soft key.
5. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
16.13 SCRAMBLER SETUP
Configure the voice scrambler setting. Two types of voice scrambler functions
are available: the 4-code type (CVS2500A compatible) and the 32-code type
(FVP-42 compatible for Furuno Electric FM-4721) (This function is not available for CH16 and CH70).
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CHANNEL SETUP”  “SCRAMBLER”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “TYPE”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
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3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “CVS2500” or
“FVP-42”, then press the [ENTER] soft key.
Note: Changing this setting will delete all scrambler
codes set for each channel.
4. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “CODE”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
5. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the channel to
be scrambled, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
Note: CH16 and CH70 cannot be used.
6. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the scrambler
code. The scrambler code can be set from “00” to
“03” or “OFF” (While FVP-42 is selected in step 6,
the scrambler code can be set from “00” to “31” or
“OFF”). When “OFF” is selected the voice scrambler
is disabled.
7. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the selected code.
8. Repeat steps 5 through 7 to set other channels.
9. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
16.14 SUMMARY OF THE CANNEL FUNCTION SETUP
Item
CHANNEL GROUP
WEATHER ALERT
SCAN MEMORY
SCAN TYPE
SCAN RESUME
MULTI WATCH
PRIORITY CHANNEL
SUB CHANNEL
CHANNEL NAME
NOISE CANCEL
AF PITCH CONTROL
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Description
Selects the channel group
Turns on or off the Weather Alert
function
Add or remove a channel to Scan
Memory
Select priority scan or memory
scan
Sets the resume time of scanning
Selects Dual Watch or Triple
Watch
Selects a priority channel
Selects a Sub Channel
Edit the name of memory channels
Turns on or off of noise cancelling
function (independently available
for transmission and reception)
Selects the audio filter operation
Default Value
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38
USA: USA
OFF
35
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PRIORITY
38
2sec
DUAL
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37
CH16
CH09
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−
OFF
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NORMAL
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RX RECORDER
Configures settings of the function for recording received voices
SCRAMBLER
Configures the secret communication settings
ACTIVATION: OFF
RECORDING DELAY
TIME:
3sec
END OF TONE: ON
DATA ERASE: −
TYPE: CVS2500
CORD: −
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17 DSC SETUP
17.1
INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORY
17.2
INDIVIDUAL REPLY
17.3
INDIVIDUAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT
17.4
INDIVIDUAL RINGER
17.5
GROUP DIRECTORY
The GX6000 has a DSC directory that allows you to store a vessel or person’s
name and the associated MMSI you wish to contact via individual calls, position
requests and position report transmissions.
To transmit an individual call you program this directory with information of the
vessel you wish to contact, similar to a cellular phone's telephone directory.
Refer to section “10.4.1 Setting up the Individual / Position Call Directory”
for details.
This menu item sets up the radio to automatically (default setting) or manually
respond to a DSC Individual call requesting you to switch to a working channel
for voice communications. When “MANUAL” is selected the MMSI of the calling
vessel is shown allowing you to see who is calling. This function is similar to
caller id on a cellular phone.
Refer to section “10.4.2 Setting up the Individual Call Reply” for details.
The radio can be setup to transmit a reply automatically (default) or set so the
radio will not reply to an individual call.
Refer to section “10.4.3 Enabling the Individual Call Acknowledgment” for
details.
The radio can be setup to ring like a telephone to alert you the radio received
a DSC individual call. The default setting is 2 minutes, however this can be
changed to 5, 10 or 15 seconds with the procedure below.
Refer to section “10.4.6 Setting up the Individual Call Ringer” for details.
For this function to operate, the same group MMSI must be programmed into all
the DSC VHF radios within the group of vessels that will be using this feature.
Refer to section “10.5.1 Setting up a Group Call” for details.
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17.6
POSITION REPLY
17.7
AUTO POSITION POLLING
17.8
AUTO POSITION INTERVAL
17.9
AUTO CHANNEL CHANGE
The GX6000 can be set up to automatically (default setting) or manually send
your position when requested by another vessel. This selection is important if
you are concerned about someone polling the position of your vessel that you
may not want to. In the manual mode you will see the MMSI (Maritime Mobile
Service Identity Number) or persons name shown on the display allowing you
to choose to send your position to the requesting vessel.
Refer to section “10.6.1 Setting up a Position Request Reply” for details.
The GX6000 has the capability to automatically track seven vessels programmed
into the individual directory.
Refer to section “10.9 AUTO POSITION POLLING” for details.
The GX6000 has the capability to automatically track seven vessels programmed
into the individual directory.
Selecting the auto position polling time interval between position request transmissions to be setup.
Refer to section “10.9.2 Setting up the Polling Time Interval” for details.
When a DSC distress or an all ships (urgency or safety) call is received, the
GX6000 will automatically switch to Channel 16.
This menu selection allows the automatic switch time to be changed. The
default selection is 30 seconds.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “DSC SETUP”  “AUTO CHANNEL CHANGE”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired time,
then press the [ENTER] soft key.
3. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
When the “OFF” is selected, “[C]” icon will light up on
the screen.
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17.10 NO ACTION TIMER
If no key is pressed during the “MENU” or “DSC CALL” screen, the GX6000
will automatically return to radio operation.
The default selection is 15 minutes.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “DSC SETUP”  “NO ACTION TIMER”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired time,
then press the [ENTER] soft key.
3. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
17.11 WAIT TIME FOR POSITION FIX
This menu allows you to select the maximum wait time till obtaining position
information when receiving a distress call, POS Report call, or acknowledgement to POS request call.
The default selection is 15 seconds.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “DSC SETUP”  “POS UNFIX WAITING TIME”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired time,
then press the [ENTER] soft key.
3. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
17.12 DSC BEEP
This feature allows the alarm beeps to be turned on or off when a DSC call
is received. The DSC calls that can be customized are: individual, group, all
ships, position request, position report, geographical, polling, and DSC test.
Refer to section “10.5.4 Setting up the Group Call Ringer” for details.
17.13 SUMMARY OF THE DSC SETUP MENU
Item
INDIVIDUAL
DIRECTORY
INDIVIDUAL REPLY
INDIVIDUAL ACK.
INDIVIDUAL RING
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Description
Enter or edit addresses used for
individual call
Selects a reply to individual call
Selects the message to be sent
automatically as an individual call
acknowledgement
Selects the ringing time when
an individual call or a position
request is received
Default Value
−
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MANUAL
ABLE
57
57
2 min
61
Item
GROUP DIRECTORY
POSITION REPLY
AUTO POSITION
POLLING
AUTO POS INTERVAL
AUTO CHANNEL
CHANGE
NO ACTION TIMER
POS UNFIX WAITING
TIME
DSC BEEP
Description
Enter or edit addresses used for
group call
Selects reply mode when receiving a position call
Selects the AUTO POSITION
POLLING operation type
Selects the transmission interval
of AUTO POSITION POLLING
signal
Selects the delay time to move to
the requested channel automatically after receiving a distress
call, All Ship call, or group call
Selects the delay time to return
to radio operation automatically
after no key press
Sets the maximum wait time to
obtain position information when
receiving a distress call, POS
Report call, or acknowledgement
to POS request call
Turns on or off the audible alarm
when receiving a DSC call
Default Value
−
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AUTO
67
AUTO POS REQUEST
77
30 sec
77
30 sec
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15 min
122
15 sec
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INDIVIDUAL CALL: ON
GROUP CALL: ON
ALL SHIPS:
ON
POS REQUEST: OFF
POS REPORT: ON
GEOGRAPHICAL: ON
POLLING CALL: OFF
DSC TEST CALL: OFF
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18 GPS SETUP
The “GPS Setup” mode allows the parameters for the NMEA2000 or the NMEA
-0183 or the optional SCU-31 external GPS antenna to be customized for your
operating requirements.
18.1
ORDER OF PRIORITY
Specify the order of priority of the connection devices to be used when obtaining location information.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “GPS SETUP”  “ORDER OF PRIORITY”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “NMEA2000”
or “NMEA-0183” then press the [ENTER] soft key to
save the new setting.
3. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
NOTE
The SUC-31 external GPS antenna is always set as the lowest priority.
18.2
COMPASS DIRECTION
This menu item selects the compass direction to be shown on the GX6000
display. The default setting is “COURSE-UP”.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “GPS SETUP”  “COMPASS DIRECTION”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired direction from “COURSE-UP” and “NORTH-UP”.
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to save the new setting.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
18.3
LOCATION FORMAT
This menu item selects the coordinate system to be shown on the GX6000
display. The default setting is “ddd°mm.mmmm”.
1.
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[
]  “SETUP”  “GPS SETUP”  “LOCATION FORMAT”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired coordinate system. The location format can be selected
from “ddd°mm.mmmm” and “ddd°mm’ss””.
3. Press the [ENTER] soft key to save the new setting.
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
18.4
TIME OFFSET
18.5
TIME AREA
18.6
TIME FORMAT
18.7
UNITS OF MEASURE
Sets the local time offset between UTC (Universal Time Coordinated) and local
time shown on the display. The offset is added or subtracted from the time
received from the GPS.
Refer to section “7.8.1 Changing the GPS Time” for details.
This menu selection allows the radio to show UTC time or local time with the offset.
Refer to section “7.8.2 Changing the Time Area” for details.
This menu selection allows the radio to show time in 12-hour or 24-hour format.
Refer to section “7.8.3 Changing the Time Format” for details.
This section allows you to set the speed, distance and altitude units.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “GPS SETUP”  “UNIT OF MEASURE”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the item you want
to set.
3. Press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the unit.
5. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the new setting.
6. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
18.8
MAGNETIC VARIATION
This selection allows customizing the GPS COG (Course Over Ground) indication on the normal and compass pages and BRG on the waypoint and AIS pages.
Refer to section “7.8.4 Changing COG to True or Magnetic” for details.
NOTE
Setting to “ON” is effective only when the RMC sentences with magnetic
data are input from external devices such as a GPS chart plotter.
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18.9
18.9.1
NMEA 0183 IN/OUT
Data Speed
This menu is used to setup the NMEA 0183 baud rate of the GPS input (Blue
and Green wires) and DSC output (Gray and Brown wires). The default setting
is 4800 bps.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “GPS SETUP”  “NMEA 0183 IN/OUT”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “DATA SPEED”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired speed
from “4800bps” and “38400bps”.
4. Press the [ENTER] soft key to save the new setting.
5. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
18.9.2
Output Sentences
This selection is used to setup the NMEA output sentences of the GX6000.
By default, all the NMEA sentences are turned “ON”.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “GPS SETUP”  “NMEA 0183 IN/OUT”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “OUTPUT
SENTENCES”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired
sentence type, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
4.
5.
6.
7.
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Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “ON” or “OFF”.
Press the [ENTER] soft key to save the new setting.
Repeat steps 3 through 5 to set the other sentences.
Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
NOTE
• Data output will be performed based on the data acquisition order of
priority configured from “ORDER OF PRIORITY”. Refer to section “18.1
ORDER OF PRIORITY” for details.
• While “UNIT POWER” of “OPTION GPS UNIT” is set to OFF, NMEA
sentences will not be output. (OPTION GPS reception data will be
output as is.)
• The output interval of each NMEA sentence depends on the output
timing on the input device. However, sentences which include POS
data will be output at intervals of two seconds or less.
• When all sentences are set to be output, depending on the baud rate,
not all sentences can be output at intervals of one second or less. GSA
and GSV sentences will be output at intervals of around five seconds.
18.10 Position Data Output
Select the connection device to be used when outputting position data.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “GPS SETUP”  “OPTION GPS UNIT”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “POS DATA
OUTPUT”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “NMEA 2000” or
“NMEA 0183”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “OFF” or “ON”.
5. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the new setting.
6. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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18.11 OPTION GPS UNIT
Change the optional GPS Antenna (SCU-31) setting.
18.11.1 Unit Power
When you use the SCU-31, set this selection to “ON”. The default setting is “ON”.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “GPS SETUP”  “OPTION GPS UNIT”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “UNIT POWER”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “OFF” or “ON”.
4. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the new setting.
5. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
18.11.2 Pinning
This selection is used to enable or disable position updates when the vessel
is not underway. The default setting is “OFF”.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “GPS SETUP”  “OPTION GPS UNIT”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “PINNING”, then
press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “OFF” or “ON”.
ON: When pinning is turned on, the GX6000 will not
update its position unless the ship’s speed over
approximately 0.4 knot.
OFF: When the vessel is underway or stopped, the
GX6000 continuously updates its position. This
improves accuracy of the position fix.
4. Press the [ENTER] soft key to save the new setting.
5. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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18.11.3 Differential GPS
This selection enables or disables differential GPS function by SBAS (Satellite
Based Augmentation System) such as WAAS, EGNOS and MSAS. In some
areas (Australia for example), the GPS reception can have problems on enabling
the SBAS. The default setting is “OFF”.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “GPS SETUP”  “OPTION GPS UNIT”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “DIFFERENTIAL
GPS”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “OFF” or “ON”.
4. Press the [ENTER] soft key to store the new setting.
5. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
18.11.4 Logger Interval
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “GPS SETUP”  “OPTION GPS UNIT”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “LOGGER
INTERVAL”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the desired time
and press the [ENTER] soft key.
Note: Log time for each logger interval setting
15 sec: Aprox. 25 hours
30 sec: Aprox. 50 hours
1 min: Aprox. 100 hours
2 min: Aprox. 200 hours
5 min: Aprox. 500 hours
4. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
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18.11.5 Log Erase
[
1.
]  “SETUP”  “GPS SETUP”  “OPTION GPS UNIT”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “LOG ERASE”,
then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Press the [YES] soft key. (To cancel, press the [NO]
soft key.)
4. Press the [OK] soft key.
5. Press the CLEAR key to return to radio operation.
18.12 SUMMARY OF THE GPS SETUP
Item
Description
ORDER OF PRIORITY
Sets the order of priority of the
connection devices when obtaining
position information
COMPASS DIRECTION Selects the compass direction to
be displayed
LOCATION FORMAT
Selects the coordinate system to
be displayed
TIME OFFSET
Sets the offset time from the UTC
(available only when “LOCAL” is
selected in the item “TIME AREA”)
TIME AREA
Selects the time location to be
displayed, from UTC or local
TIME FORMAT
Selects the time format to be
displayed, 12-hour or 24-hour
(fixed to “24H” when “UTC” is
selected in the item “TIME AREA”)
UNITS OF MEASURE Selects the unit if measure when
displaying speed, distance, and
altitude
Default Value
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COURSE-UP
124
ddd°mm.mmmm
124
00:00
125
UTC
125
24hour
125
SPEED:
kts (knots)
DISTANCE:
nm (nautical mile)
ALTITUDE: ft (feet)
MAGNETIC VARIATION Enables/disables the magnetic OFF
variation function
NMEA 0183 IN/OUT
DATA SPEED
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Sets the NMEA 0183 data speed
Page
NMEA-0183
4800bps
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125
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Item
Description
Default Value
OUTPUT SENTENCES Enables/disables NMEA sentences GLL: ON
GGA: ON
GSA: ON
GSV: ON
RMC: ON
DSC/DSE: ON
POS DATA OUTPUT
Selects the connection device NMEA 2000: OFF
when outputting position data
NMEA-0183: OFF
OPTION GPS UNIT
UNIT POWER
Enables/disables the OPTION
GPS UNIT
PINNING
Turns on or off GPS position
updates for vessel not underway
DIFFERENTIAL GPS Turns on or off of use of SBAS
LOGGER INTERVAL Selects the interval time of logging
LOG ERASE
Erases the log data
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126
127
ON
128
OFF
128
ON
2 min
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129
130
−
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19 SSM-70H (RAM4) REMOTE MIC OPERATION
When a remote microphone is connected to the GX6000, all VHF, DSC, setup
menus, AIS, Navigation, GM (Group Monitor) functions and PA/Fog modes can
be remotely operated. The SSM-70H’s operation is same as GX6000 except
the receiver audio volume setting and squelch level setting. The reason for the
same operation is to make the operation of the radio and SSM-70H microphone
easy. For specific operation of the SSM-70H microphone review sections in the
radio manual. The SSM-70H is supplied with 23 feet (7 m) of routing cable and
can be extended up to 70 feet (21 m) using two 23 feet (7 m) extension cables
model CT-100. The Intercom feature can be used between the SSM-70H and
the GX6000. In addition, speaker wires are supplied at the panel mount of the
routing cable for external speakers to be connected in noisy environments.
19.1
REMOTE MIC CONTROLS










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


Power/VOL knob
Press and hold this knob to turn the transceiver and the remote microphone
on or off.
Rotate this knob to adjust the internal speaker volume.
DIAL/ENT knob
While the normal screen is displayed, rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select
your desired channel. While the MENU screen is displayed, rotate the knob
to select your desired menu item.
Secondary use
Press this knob to enter a selection in the MENU.
 SQL key (Squelch control)
Press this key to activate the squelch adjusting mode. Press the CH▲ or
CH▼ key to adjust the squelch threshold level.
PTT
(Push-To-Talk) switch

Push this switch to enable the transmitter.
 CLEAR/ key
Press this key to cancel a menu selection. Press and hold this key to activate the key lock function. Press and hold this key again to deactivate the
key lock function.
Microphone

The internal microphone transmits your voice reducing background noise
using Clear Voice Noise Reduction Technology.
Note: Position your mouth about 1/2” (1.5 cm) away from the microphone
hole and speak in a normal voice.
 ◄/► key
Press these keys to switch the function of soft keys
Secondary use
While the MENU screen is displayed, press the key to slide the on-screen
menu to the right/left side.
 MENU key
Press this key to access the MENU.
 CH▼/CH▲ key
These keys are used to change the operating channel.
Press the key momentarily, the channel increases/decreases one step.
Holding the key, the channel increases/decreases continuously.
Secondary use
 While the MENU screen is displayed, press the key to slide the on-screen
menu upward/downward.
 When in the PA or Fog mode, press the key to change the channel.
 Display
Full dot matrix display, 222 by 162 pixels.
Soft keys
These three programmable keys can be customized through the setup
menu mode. When pressing one of these keys briefly, the key functions
will appear at the bottom of the display. Refer to section “19.2 RAM4 SOFT
KEY ASSIGNMENT” for details.
Strobe LED
When the [STROBE] soft key is pressed, the Strobe LED will light and flash
repeatedly.
From MENU → SETUP → CONFIGURATION → STROBE LED, you can
select one option from “CONTINUOUS”, “SOS”, “BLINK 1”, “BLINK 2” and
“BLINK 3”.
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16/S key
Pressing this key immediately recalls channel 16 from any channel location.
Holding down this key recalls the SUB channel (The default setting is channel
9). Pressing this key again reverts to the previous selected working channel.
Speaker
The internal speaker is located here.
DATA jack
Use the micro USB type B jack for SSM-70H (RAM4) firmware updates.
Note: When the DATA jack is securely covered with rubber cap, the SSM70H meets the waterproofing performance.
DISTRESS key
This key is used to send a DSC distress call. Refer to section “10 DIGITAL
SELECTIVE CALLING (DSC)”.
19.2
RAM4 SOFT KEY ASSIGNMENT
From this menu, you can assign desired functions to each RAM4 soft key from
numbers 01 to 12. You can also set how long the soft key icon will be displayed
after the corresponding soft key is pressed. The keys maybe setup to control
the following functions:
DISPLAY
FUNCTION
NONE
TX HI/LO
WX/CH
SCAN
DUAL WATCH /
TRIPLE WATCH
MARK POSITION
SCAN MEMORY
PRESET
MAN OVER BOARD
NOISE CANCEL
CH NAME
STROBE*
−
SCRAMBLER
COMPASS
NAVIGATION
FOG HORN
INTERCOM
GPS LOGGER
AIS DISPLAY
HORN BUTTON
PUBLIC ADDRESS
RX RECORD
RX SENSE
PLAY
(See the next page.)
Selects transmit power.
Switches channels between weather and marine.
Turns on or off scanning function.
02
01
05
Starts and stops dual watch scan.
06
Marks the current position for a “Waypoint”.
Add or remove channels from memory channel scan.
Programs or deletes the preset memory channel.
Marks the position where a person falls overboard.
Enables the noise canceling settings display.
Edit channel names.
Turns on or off the strobe LED.
Configures the secret communication settings.
Enables the “Compass” display.
Enables the “Waypoint” or “Route” navigation display.
Select FOG HORN mode.
Activates intercom between radio and RAM4
microphone (optional RAM4 required).
Starts and stops logging position data.
Shows the “AIS” display.
Activates the Fog Horn function.
Activates the PA function.
Records received voices.
Toggles between LOCAL and DISTANCE.
Plays recorded voices.
(*: SSM-70H (RAM4) and SSM-71H (RAM4W) only)
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SOFT KEY NUMBERS
ASSIGNED AS DEFAULT
04
09
03
10
11
08
07
12
NOTE
You can assign functions to soft keys on each of the transceiver and
the optional SSM-70H (RAM4) remote microphone.
19.2.1
Key Assignment
Configure all settings on the SSM-70H (RAM4) remote microphone for which
you want to assign functions to soft keys.
1.
[
]  “SETUP”  “CONFIGURATION”  “SOFT KEY”
2. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select “KEY ASSIGNMENT”, then press the [SELECT] soft key.
3. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select the key number
to be programmed, and press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Rotate the DIAL/ENT knob to select a new function to
be assigned, and press the [ENTER] soft key. Available functions are listed below. By selecting “NONE”
the soft key assignment is removed.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to program other soft keys.
The VHF radio's functions can be assigned to the maximum of 12 soft keys.
Pressing the ►/◄ key each time shows three different soft keys.
key to return to radio operation.
6. Press the CLEAR/
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20 CONNECTING A USB DATA TERMINAL TO
THE PC
The GX6000 settings can be programmed using the USB terminal and PC
Programming Software. You can also download the log data from the radio
by using the PC Programming Software which may be downloaded from the
Standard Horizon website. The PC Programming Software is compatible with
Windows®.
To connect a PC, use the supplied USB cable through the DATA jack of the
GX6000.
DATA jack
supplied USB cable
CAUTION
The DATA jack is NOT designed to be waterproof when the cover is
opened. Connect the radio and PC in a dry location.
If you have further questions, please feel free to contact Product Support at:
Phone: (800) 767-2450
Email: [email protected]
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21 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.
• Use only STANDARD HORIZON approved accessories and replacement parts.
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 section “23 WARRANTY”.
21.1
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Occasionally an owner needs a replacement mounting bracket or knob.
These can be ordered from our Parts Department by emailing
[email protected] or calling:
Marine Division of YAESU U.S.A.
6125 Phyllis Drive, Cypress, California 90630
Telephone (714) 827-7600
Commonly requested parts, and their part numbers are listed below.
• Speaker Microphone: SSM-76H
• Power Cord: T9027407
• VOL and SQL Knob: RA6057800
• DIAL/ENT Knob: RA6057700
• Mounting Bracket: RA6060600
• Mounting Bracket Knob: RA0978600
• Microphone Hanger: RA0458800
• RAM4 Mic Routing Cable Assembly: S8101512
• USB Cable: T9101648
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21.2
FACTORY SERVICE
In the unlikely event that the radio fails to perform or needs servicing, please
contact the following:
Standard Horizon
Attention Marine Repair Department
6125 Phyllis Drive, Cypress, California 90630, U.S.A.
Telephone (800) 366-4566
For repairs in Canada
Westcom Marine
488 East 62nd Avenue Vancouver BC V5X2G1
Telephone (604) 327-6280
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.
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21.3
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
SYMPTOM
PROBABLE CAUSE
Transceiver fails to
power up.
No DC voltage to the
transceiver, or blown fuse.
Transceiver
blows fuse when
connected to
power supply.
Reversed power wires.
Popping or whining noise from
the speaker while
engine runs.
Sound is not emitted from the internal or external
speaker.
Sound is not emitted from the PA
speaker.
Receiving station
reports low transmit power, even
with transceiver
set to HI power.
“HI BATTERY” or
“ L O B AT T E RY ”
message appears
when the power is
turned on.
Your position is not
displayed.
Engine noise.
Accessory cable.
Accessory cable.
Antenna.
REMEDY
a. Check the 12VDC battery connections
and the fuse.
b. The key needs to be pressed and held
to turn the radio on.
Check the power cable for DC
voltage, or replace the fuse (7A).
Make sure the red wire is connected to the
positive (+) battery post, and the black wire
is connected to the negative (–) battery post.
If the fuse still blows, contact your Dealer.
Re-route 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 connections of the accessory cable. External speaker cable (WHITE/
SHIELD) shorted together.
Check the connections of the accessory
cable. PA speaker cable (RED/SHIELD)
shorted together.
Have the antenna checked or test the transceiver with another antenna. If the problem
persists, contact your Dealer for servicing.
The power supply voltage
is too high or too low.
Confirm that the connected power supply
voltage is between 11 volts and 16.5 volts
DC.
SCU-31 cable.
Accessory cable.
Check the SCU-31 cable connection.
Check the accessory cable connection.
Some GPS use the battery ground for NMEA
connection.
Check the output signal format of the GPS
navigation receiver. This radio requires
NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 format with
GLL, RMB, or RMC sentence as an output
signal. If the GPS has a baud rate setting
make sure to select 4800 and parity to
NONE.
Setting of the GPS chart
plotter.
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22 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS
Tables on the following columns list the VHF Marine Channel assignments for
U.S.A. and International use. Below are listed some data about the charts.
1. VTS. Where indicated, these channels are part of the U.S. Coast Guard’s
Vessel Traffic System.
2. Alpha channel numbers, that is, channel numbers followed by the letter A
(such as Channel 07A) are simplex channels on the U.S.A. or Canadian
channel assignments whose counterparts in the International assignments
are duplex channels. 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 inter-coastal 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.
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.
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6. Marine vessels equipped with VHF radios are required to monitor Channel
16.
7. 156.050 MHz and 156.175 MHz are available for port operations and
commercial communications purposes when used only within the U.S. Coast
Guard designated Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) area of New Orleans, on
the lower Mississippi River from the various pass entrances in the Gulf of
Mexico to Devil’s Swamp Light at River Mile 242.4 above head of passes
near Baton Rouge.
8. 156.250 MHz is available for port operations communications use only
within the U.S. Coast Guard designated VTS radio protection areas of New
Orleans and Houston described in Sec. 80.383. 156.250 MHz is available
for intership port operations communications used only within the area of
Los Angeles and Long Beach harbors, within a 25- nautical mile radius of
Point Fermin, California.
9. 156.550 MHz, 156.600 MHz and 156.700 MHz are available in the U.S.
Coast Guard designated port areas only for VTS communications and
in the Great Lakes available primarily for communications relating to the
movement of ships in sectors designated by the St. Lawrence Seaway
Development Corporation or the U.S. Coast Guard. The use of these
frequencies outside VTS and ship movement sector protected areas is
permitted provided they cause no interference to VTS and ship movement
communications in their respective designated sectors.
10. Use of 156.875 MHz is limited to communications with pilots regarding the
movement and docking of ships. Normal output power must not exceed 1
watt. 5: 156.375 MHz and 156.650 MHz are available primarily for intership
navigational communications. These frequencies are available between
coast and ship on a secondary basis when used on or in the vicinity of locks
or drawbridges. Normal output power must not exceed 1 watt. Maximum
output power must not exceed 10 watts for coast stations or 25 watts for
ship stations.
11. On the Great Lakes, in addition to bridge-to-bridge communications, 156.650
MHz is available for vessel control purposes in established vessel traffic
systems. 156.650 MHz is not available for use in the Mississippi River
from South Pass Lighted Whistle Buoy “2” and Southwest Pass entrance
Mid-channel Lighted Whistle Buoy to mile 242.4 above Head of Passes
near Baton Rouge. Additionally, it is not available for use in the Mississippi
River-Gulf Outlet, the Mississippi River-Gulf Outlet Canal, and the Inner
Harbor Navigational Canal, except to aid the transition from these areas.
12. Use of 156.375 MHz is available for navigational communications only in
the Mississippi River from South Pass Lighted Whistle Buoy “2” and South141
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
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west Pass entrance Mid channel Lighted Whistle Buoy to mile 242.4 above
head of Passes near Baton Rouge, and in addition over the full length of
the Mississippi River-Gulf Outlet Canal from entrance to its junction with the
Inner Harbor Navigation Canal, and over the full length of the Inner Harbor
Navigation Canal from its junction with the Mississippi River to its entry to
Lake Pontchartrain at the New Seabrook vehicular bridge.
Within 120 km (75 miles) of the United States/Canada border, in the area of
the Puget Sound and the Strait of Juan de Fuca and its approaches, 157.425
MHz is half of the duplex pair designated as Channel 88. In this area, Channel 88 is available to ship stations for communications with public coast
stations only. More than 120 km (75 miles) from the United States/Canada
border in the area of the Puget Sound and the Strait of Juan de Fuca, its
approaches, the Great Lakes, and the St. Lawrence Seaway, 157.425
MHz is available for intership and commercial communications. Outside
Puget Sound area and its approaches and the Great Lakes, 157.425 MHz
is also available for communications between commercial fishing vessels
and associated aircraft while engaged in commercial fishing activities.
When the frequency 156.850 MHz is authorized, it may be used additionally for search and rescue training exercises conducted by state or local
governments.
The frequency 156.850 MHz is additionally available to coast stations on
the Great Lakes for transmission of scheduled Coded Marine Weather Forecasts (MAFOR), Great Lakes Weather Broadcast (LAWEB) and scheduled
Notices to Mariners or Bulletins. F3C and J3C emissions are permitted.
Coast Stations on the Great Lakes must cease weather broadcasts which
cause interference to stations operating on 156.800 MHz until the interference problem is resolved.
The frequency 157.100 MHz is authorized for search and rescue training
exercises by state or local government in conjunction with U.S. Coast Guard
stations. Prior U.S. Coast Guard approval is required. Use must cease
immediately on U.S. Coast Guard request.
The duplex pair for channel 20 (157.000/161.600 MHz) may be used for
ship to coast station communications.
Available for assignment to coast stations, the use of which is in accord
with an agreed program, for the broadcast of information to ship stations
concerning the environment.
CH
U
1001
X
01
02
03
1003
C
X
X
X
X
1004
156.050
160.650
X
X
D
D
S
156.100 160.700
156.150 160.750
156.150
X
D
156.200
S
160.800
156.200
X
D
X
S
S
X
D
X
S
S
156.350
156.400
X
S
156.450
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
S
S
S
S
S
S
X
X
X
X
1007
08
X
X
X
X
09
X
X
10
11
12
13
14
15
X
X
X
X
X
X
07
15
D
VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART
TX
RX
CHANNEL USE
156.050
X
05
S/D
S
X
04
1005
06
I
156.250
160.850
156.250
156.300
156.350
160.950
156.500
156.550
156.600
156.650
156.700
--156.750
X
X
S
156.750
16
17
18
1018
19
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
S
S
D
S
D
156.800
156.850
156.900 161.500
156.900
156.950 161.550
1019
X
X
S
156.950
X
X
S
S
156.950
161.550
X
D
157.000
X
S
S
S
D
157.000
157.000
161.600
157.050 161.650
S
157.050
1019
2019
20
1020
1020
2020
21
1021
X
X
X
2021
22
1022
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
D
S
--157.100
161.600
161.650
161.700
157.100
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
Port Operation and Commercial.
VTS in selected areas
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
U.S. Government Only, Coast Guard
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),
Port operation, ship movement
Pacific coast: Coast Guard, East Coast:
Commercial fishing
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),
Port operation, ship movement
Port operation. VTS in Seattle
Inter-ship Safety
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),
Port operation, ship movement
Commercial
Commercial (Inter-ship only)
Boater Calling channel, Commercial &
Non-commercial (Recreational)
Commercial
Commercial. VTS in selected areas.
Port operation. VTS in selected areas.
Inter-ship Navigation Safety (Bridge-to-bridge)
Port operation. VTS in selected areas.
Environmental (Receive only)
Commercial, non-commercial, ship
movement (1 W)
International Distress, Safety and Calling
State Controlled (1 W)
Port operation, ship movement
Commercial
Port operation, ship movement
Commercial (USA)
Coast Guard (Canada)
Canadian Coast Guard Only,
International: port operations and shipment
Port operation
Port operation, ship movement
U.S. Government Only (USA)
Canadian Coast Guard (Canada)
CMB Service
Port operation, ship movement
US Coast Guard Liaison and Maritime
Safety Information Broadcasts announced
on channel 16 (USA)
Canadian Coast Guard Liaison and Maritime
Safety Information Broadcasts announced
on channel 16 (Canada)
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CH
23
1023
2023
24
25
2025
26
27
28
2028
60
U
X
X
X
X
X
X
C
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
61
1061
X
X
X
X
D
D
D
X
D
X
D
156.075
X
X
X
X
X
1066
X
X
67
X
X
68
X
69
65
D
S
X
D
S
X
66
D
S
X
X
D
S
S
X
64
1065
D
D
X
63
1064
X
X
157.150 161.750
157.150
--161.750
157.200 161.800
157.250 161.850
--161.850
157.300 161.900
157.350 161.950
157.400 162.000
--162.000
156.025 160.625
X
X
1062
1063
S/D
X
62
VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART
TX
RX
CHANNEL USE
I
D
S
X
D
160.675
156.075
156.125
160.725
156.125
156.175
160.775
156.175
156.225
160.825
156.225
156.275
160.875
156.275
156.325
160.925
S
156.325
X
S
156.375
X
X
S
156.425
X
X
X
S
156.475
70
X
X
X
S
71
X
X
X
S
156.575
72
X
X
X
S
156.625
73
X
X
X
S
156.675
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156.525
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
U.S. Government Only
CMB Service
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
CMB Service
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
CMB Service
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),
Port operation, ship movement
Public Coast: Coast Guard;
East Coast: commercial fishing only
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),
Port operation, ship movement
Public Coast: Coast Guard;
East Coast: commercial fishing only
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),
Port operation, ship movement
Port Operation and Commercial.
VTS in selected areas.
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),
Port operation, ship movement
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),
Port operation, ship movement
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),
Port operation, ship movement
Port Operations
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),
Port operation, ship movement
Port Operations
US: Commercial. Used for Bridge-to-bridge
communications in lower Mississippi River.
Inter-ship only.
Canada: Commercial fishing, S&R
Non-commercial (Recreational)
US: Non-commercial (Recreational),
Canada: Commercial fishing only,
International: Inter-ship, Port operations and
Ship movement
Digital selective calling (voice
communications not allowed)
US, Canada: Non-commercial
(Recreational),
International: Port operations and Ship
movement
Non-commercial (Inter-ship only)
US: Port Operations,
Canada: Commercial fishing only,
International: Inter-ship, Port operations
and Ship movement
VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART
TX
RX
CHANNEL USE
CH
U
C
I
S/D
74
X
X
X
S
156.725
75
76
77
77
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
S
S
S
S
156.775
156.825
156.875
156.875
X
D
156.925
X
X
X
X
X
X
S
S
S
D
S
S
S
D
S
D
156.925
156.925
161.525
156.975 161.575
156.975
156.975
161.575
157.025 161.625
157.025
157.075 161.675
X
X
S
157.075
78
1078
1078
2078
79
1079
1079
2079
80
1080
81
1081
82
1082
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
1083
X
X
2083
84
85
86
87
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
88
X
X
83
D
S
X
D
157.125
161.525
161.725
157.125
157.175
161.775
S
157.175
X
X
X
X
D
D
D
S
--161.775
157.225 161.825
157.275 161.875
157.325 161.925
157.375
X
S
157.425
US: Port Operations,
Canada: Commercial fishing only,
International: Inter-ship, Port operations
and Ship movement
Port Operations (Inter-ship only) (1 W)
Port Operations (Inter-ship only) (1 W)
Port Operations (Inter-ship only) (1 W)
Port Operations (Inter-ship only)
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),
Port operation, ship-movement
Non-commercial (Recreational)
Port operation and Ship movement
Port operation and Ship movement
Commercial
Port operation and Ship movement
Port operation, ship movement
Commercial
Port operation, ship movement
U.S. Government Only - Environmental
protection operations. (USA)
Canadian Coast Guard Only (Canada)
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),
Port operation, ship movement
U.S. Government Only (USA)
Canadian Coast Guard Only (Canada)
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
U.S. Government Only (USA)
Canadian Coast Guard Only (Canada)
CMB Service
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
Port operation, ship movement
Port operation, ship movement
Commercial, Inter-ship Only
NOTE: Simplex channels, 1003, 1021, 1023, 1061, 1064, 1081, 1082 and 1083 CANNOT be
lawfully used by the general public in U.S.A. waters.
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23 WARRANTY
Marine Products Limited Warranty
PLEASE NOTE
The following “Limited Warranty” is for valid for products that have been
purchased in the United States and Canada. For limited Warranty details
outside the United States, contact the dealer in your country.
STANDARD HORIZON (a division of YAESU U.S.A.) 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 - 1 year. 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, Attention Marine repairs
6125 Phyllis Drive, Cypress, California 90630, U.S.A. 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
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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.
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.
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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.
ON-LINE WARRANTY REGISTRATION
THANK YOU for buying STANDARD HORIZON (a division of YAESU
U.S.A.) products! We are confident your new radio will serve your
needs for many years!
Please visit www.standardhorizon.com to register your Marine
VHF. It should be noted that visiting the website from time to time may
be beneficial to you, as new products are released they will appear
on the STANDARD HORIZON website. 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 radio,
you can visit the STANDARD HORIZON website to send an E-Mail
or contact the Product Support team at (714) 827-7600 ext 6300 M-F
8:00-5:00 PST.
In addition to the warranty, STANDARD HORIZON includes a lifetime
“flat rate” and “customer loyalty” programs 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).
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24 SPECIFICATIONS
Performance specifications are nominal, unless otherwise indicated, and are
subject to change without notice. Measured in accordance with TIA/EIA-603.
24.1
GENERAL
24.2
TRANSMITTER
24.3
RECEIVER (for Voice and DSC)
Channels ............................................................. All USA, International and Canadian
Normal Input Voltage .................................................................................... 13.8 V DC
Operating Voltage Range ....................................................................... 11 V to 16.5 V
Current Drain
Standby .......................................................................................................... 0.55 A
Receiver (at Maximum AF Output) .................................................................. 0.9 A
Transmit .................................................................................. 5.0 A (Hi), 1.0 A (Lo)
NMEA 2000 Load Equivalency Number ............................................................ LEN=1
DSC Transmitted Call Log ......................................................................................... 24
DSC Distress Call Log ............................................................................................... 27
DSC Received Call Log ............................................................................................. 64
Individual Call Directory ............................................................................................. 80
Group Call Directory .................................................................................................. 32
Waypoint Directory .................................................................................................. 100
Display Type .............................................................................. 2.8” x 2” (70 x 51 mm)
Full Dot Matrix (222 x 162 pixels)
Dimensions (WxHxD) ................................ 6.9” x 4.3” x 6.8” (175.5 x 110 x 173.3 mm)
Flush-Mount Dimensions (WxHxD) ............ 6.2” x 3.7” x 6.2” (157.4 x 93.4 x 158 mm)
Weight ................................................................................................. 3.7 lbs (1.66 kg)
Frequency Range ............................................... 156.025 MHz to 157.425 MHz (USA)
156.025 MHz to 161.600 MHz (INTERNATIONAL)
RF Output Power ............................................................................ 25 W (Hi), 1 W (Lo)
Conducted Spurious Emissions ........................ Less than −80 dBc (Hi), −66 dBc (Lo)
Audio Response ........................................................ within +1/−3dB of a 6 dB/Octave
pre-emphasis characteristic at 300 to 3000 Hz
Audio Distortion ...................................................................................... Less than 5 %
Modulation .................................................. 16K0G3E (for Voice), 16K0G2B (for DSC)
Frequency Stability .......................................................... ±0.0003 % (−20°C to +60°C)
FM Hum and Noise ............................................................................................. 50 dB
Frequency Range .......................................................... 156.050 MHz to 163.275 MHz
Sensitivity
20 dB Quieting ........................................................................................... 0.35 µV
12 dB SINAD .............................................................................................. 0.30 µV
Squelch Sensitivity (Threshold) .................................................................. 0.13 µV
Modulation Acceptance Bandwidth ................................................................ ±7.5 kHz
Selectivity (Typical)
Spurious and Image Rejection .............................. 80 dB for Voice (75 dB for DSC)
Intermodulation and Rejection .............................. 80 dB for Voice (75 dB for DSC)
Audio Output .............................................. 10 W (at 8 ohms external speaker output)
Audio Response .................................................... within +1 / –3dB of a 6 dB / Octave
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de-emphasis characteristic at 300 to 3000 Hz
Frequency Stability .......................................................... ±0.0003 % (–20°C to +60°C)
Channel Spacing ............................................................................................... 25 kHz
DSC Format ......................................................................................... ITU-R M.493-13
Attenuator (Local) ................................................................................... Approx. 10 dB
24.4
RECEIVER (for AIS)
24.5
NMEA INPUT/OUTPUT
24.6
SCU-31 EXTERNAL GPS ANTENNA (Optional)
Frequency ................................................ 161.975 MHz (CH A), 162.025 MHz (CH B)
Sensitivity .............................................................................. 0.5 µV (at 12 dB SINAD)
Selectivity(Typical)
Spurious and Image Rejection ....................................................................... 70 dB
Intermodulation and Rejection ....................................................................... 70 dB
NMEA 0183 Input (4800 / 38400 baud) ............. GGA, GLL, GNS, RMC, GSA, & GSV
NMEA 0183 Output (4800 / 38400 baud) ....................... DSC, DSE, GGA, GLL, GNS,
RMC, GSA & GSV
NMEA 0183-HS AIS Output (38400 baud) ........................................................... VDM
Receiver Channels ................................................................................... 66 Channels
Sensitivity ..................................................................................... Less than –147 dBm
Time to First Fix ............................................................. 1 minute typical (@Cold Start)
5 seconds typical (@ Hot Start)
Geodetic Datum ............................................................................................... WGS84
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DIMENSIONS
6.2" (155.4 mm)
6" (152.4 mm)
1" (26.3 mm)
5.7" (147 mm)
4.3" (108 mm)
3.6" (91.4 mm)
4.33" (110 mm)
6.9" (175.5 mm)
1.8" (45.4 mm)
1.9" (48.5 mm)
6.1" (155.4 mm)
6" (152.4 mm)
1" (26.3 mm)
6.6" (168.4 mm)
5.8" (147 mm)
4.3W" (108 mm)
3.6" (91.4 mm)
1" (25 mm)
4.3" (110 mm)
6.9" (175.5 mm)
5.3" (135 mm)
4.3" (110 mm)
24.7
3.3" (84 mm)
1.8" (45.4 mm)
1.9" (48.5 mm)
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25 FCC AND CANADA RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION
Standard Horizon radios comply with the Federal Communication Commission
(FCC) and the Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service.
25.1
STATION LICENSE
25.2
RADIO CALL SIGN
25.3
CANADIAN SHIP STATION LICENSING
An FCC ship station license is no longer required for any vessel traveling in
U.S. waters (except Hawaii) which is under 20 meters in length. However, any
vessel required to carry a marine radio on an international voyage, carrying
a HF single side band radiotelephone or marine satellite terminal is required
to have a ship station license. FCC license forms, including applications for
ship (605) and land station licenses can be downloaded via the Internet at
https://www.fcc.gov/fcc-form-605. To obtain a form from the FCC, call (888)
225-5322.
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.
Please click on the following link for licensing information:
http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/smt-gst.nsf/eng/h_sf01775.html
The following link lists several Branches/Offices regarding licensing. Licensing
depends on the region of operations.
http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/smt-gst.nsf/eng/sf01742.html
25.4
FCC / ISED INFORMATION
The following data pertaining to the transceiver is necessary to fill out the
license application.
FCC Type Acceptance.......................................................................... Part 80
ISED Type Accepted: ........................................................................ RSS-182
Output Power.................................................1 Watt (low) and 25 Watts (high)
Emission...........................................................................16K0G3E, 16K0G2B
Frequency Range.......................................................156.025 to 163.275 MHz
FCC Type Number..................................................................... K6630593X3D
ISED Type Approval............................................................... 511B-30593X3D
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26 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.
WARNING
It is a violation of the rules of the Federal Communications Commission
to input an MMSI that has not been properly assigned to the end user,
or to otherwise input any inaccurate data in this device.
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THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS
SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT
CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY
INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE
UNDESIRED OPERATION.
Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by YAESU U.S.A.
could void the User’s authorization to operate this device.
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux
appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions
suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de
l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage
est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using
an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by
Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna
type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power
(e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.
Conformément à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio
peut fonctionner avec une antenne d’un type et d’un gain maximal (ou inférieur)
approuvé pour l’émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques
de brouillage radioélectrique à l’intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le
type d’antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée quivalente
(p.i.r.e.) ne dépassepas l’intensité nécessaire à l’établissement d’une communication
satisfaisante.
This radio transmitter (identify the device by certification number, or model number
if Category II) has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna
types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna
impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list,
having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly
prohibited for use with this device.
Le présent émetteur radio (identifier le dispositif par son numéro de certification ou
son numéro de modèle s’il fait partie du matériel de catégorie I) a été approuvé par
Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d’antenne énumérés ci-dessous
et ayant un gain admissible maximal et l’impédance requise pour chaque type
d’antenne. Les types d’antenne non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est
supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont strictement interdits pour l’exploitation de
l’émetteur. l’établissement d’une communication satisfaisante.
CAN ICES-3 (B) / NMB-3 (B)
154
cut here
10
R
158 mm
Use this template to mark the location where the
rectangular hole for the flush mount is to be cut.
TEMPLATE for the GX6000
94 mm
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Declaration of Conformity
Type of Equipment:
Brand Name:
Model Number:
Manufacturer:
Address of Manufacturer:
25 Watt VHF/FM Marine Transceiver
STANDARD HORIZON
GX6000
YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD.
Tennozu Parkside Building, 2-5-8 Higashi-Shinagawa,
Shinagawa-ku,Tokyo 140-0002 Japan
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions; (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
The technical documentation as required by the Conformity Assessment procedures is
kept at the following address:
Company: Yaesu U.S.A.
Address: 6125 Phyllis Drive, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A.
Telephone: (714) 827-7600
Copyright 2019
YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD.
All rights reserved.
No portion of this manual may be
reproduced without the permission of
YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD.
YAESU U.S.A.
6125 Phyllis Drive, Cypress, California 90630
www.standardhorizon.com
1904-D