Standard Horizon HX370S manual

HX370S HX370S VHF/FM Marine Handheld T ransceiver Owner's Manual[...]

HX370S T ABLE OF CONTENTS FCC LICENSE INFORMA TION ......................................................................... 3 FCC NOTICE ..................................................................................................... 4 1. GENERAL INFORMA TION ........................................................................... 5 2. ACC[...]

HX370S Page 1 RF Exposure Safety St atement This Radio has been tested and complies with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) RF exposure limits for Occupational Use/Controlled expo- sure environment. In addition, it complies with the following S tandards and Guide- lines: H FCC@96-326, Guidelines for Evaluating the Environmental Effects of [...]

HX370S Page 2 Congratulations on your purchase of the HX370S ! Whether this is your first portable marine VHF transceiver , or if you have other ST ANDARD HORIZON equipment, the ST ANDARD HORIZON organization is committed to ensur- ing your enjoyment of this high-performance transceiver , which should pro- vide you with many years of satisfying com[...]

HX370S Page 3 FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMA TION S tandard Horizon radios comply with the Federal Communication Commis- sion (FCC) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service. PROHIBITED COMMUNICA TIONS The FCC prohibits the following communications: H False distress or emergency messages: H Messages to “any boat” except in emergencies an[...]

HX370S Page 4 FCC/INDUSTR Y CANADA INFORMA T ON The following data pertaining to the transceiver is necessary to fill out the license application. FCC T ype Accepted .............................................................. Part 80/Part 90 Output Power with FNB-83/-V57IS ... 1 W (Low), 2.5 W (Mid), and 5 W (High) Emission .....................[...]

HX370S Page 5 1. GENERAL INFORMA TION 1.1 INTRODUCTION The HX370S is a submersible, miniature 5-Watt portable two-way VHF ma- rine transceiver . The transceiver has all allocated USA, international, or Canadian channels. It has an emergency channel 16 which can be immedi- ately selected from any channel by pressing the 16/9 key . NOAA weather chann[...]

HX370S Page 6 2. ACCESSORIES 2.1 P ACKING LIST When the package containing the transceiver is first opened, please check it for the following contents: • HX370S Transceiver • FNB-83  7.2 V , 1400 mAh Ni-MH Battery Pack • FNB-V57IS  7.2 V , 1 100 mAh Ni-Cd Battery Pack  Depends on the transceiver version. • NC-88B 120 V AC Overnight[...]

HX370S Page 7 3. BA TTERY The FNB-83 and FNB-V57IS (intrinsically Safe V ersion) are high perfor- mance rechargeable battery providing high capacity in a compact p ackage. Note: FNB-83 is supplied with the HX370S and the FNB-V57IS is supplied with the HX370AS only . CAUTION T o avoid risk of explosion and injury , FNB-83/FNB-V57IS battery pack shou[...]

HX370S Page 8 3.3 USING THE NC-88 BA TTERY CHARGER 1. Install the supplied FNB-83/FNB-V57IS battery pack on the rear of the HX370S . Ensure that the transceiver is switched off. 2. Plug the NC-88 Overnight Charger into the AC line outlet, then insert the cable plug into the jack located on the side panel of the CD-26 Charger Cradle. 3. Insert the t[...]

HX370S Page 9 3.5 BA TTERY SAFETY Battery packs for your transceiver contain Ni-MH/Ni-Cd batteries. This type of battery stores a charge powerful enough to be dangerous if misused or abused, especially when removed from the transceiver . Please observe the following precautions: DO NOT SHORT BA TTER Y P ACK TERMINALS Shorting the terminals that pow[...]

HX370S Page 10 Figure 3 Controls and Connectors 4. CONTROLS AND INDICA TORS NOTE This section defines each control of the transceiver . For detailed oper- ating instructions, refer to section 5 of this manual. Refer to Figure 3 for the location of the following controls, indicators, and connections.[...]

HX370S Page 11 4.1 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS POWER SWITCH/VOLUME CONTROL T urns the transceiver on and off, and adjusts the volume. MIC/SP JACK Accepts the optional CMP460 , MH-57 A4B speaker microphone or VC-24 VOX Headset. When this jack is used, the internal speaker is disabled. Do not allow the HX370S to become submerged in water while the plast[...]

HX370S Page 12 WX KEY Immediately recalls the last-used NOAA Weather Channel from any chan- nel location. Recalls the previously- selected working channel when the WX key is pressed again. Secondary use : When the 16/9 key is held and the WX key is pressed, the radio will change modes between the USA, International, and Cana- dian channel bands. H/[...]

HX370S Page 13 4.2 INDICA TORS Figure 4 Indicators Channel Display The operating channel is shown on the LCD in both the transmission and reception modes. A Indicator Signifies ship-to-ship channels in USA or Canadian mode (whose counter- part in the International mode is a public correspondence (marine operator) channel). USA/INTL/CAN Indicator De[...]

HX370S Page 14 WX Indicator A NOAA weather channel is selected. MEM Indicator The channel is in the transceiver ’s “Scan Memory .” Battery Indicator When the battery charge is almost depleted, a “ ” icon will appear on the display . When this icon appears, it is recommended that you charge the battery soon. No Icon Enough battery power Lo[...]

HX370S Page 15  Installing the Quick Draw Belt Clip 1. Connect the hanger to the rear of the HX370S , with the notch point- ing directly up, using the supplied screw ( Figure 6-a ). Use only the screw included with the clip to mount the clip to the back of the transceiver! 2. Clip the Quick Draw Belt Clip to your belt ( Figure 6-b ). 3. T o inst[...]

HX370S Page 16 5.2 RECEPTION 1. Turn the POWER/VOLUME CONTROL knob clockwise to turn the trans- ceiver on. 2. Press the SQL key , then press the [  ] key until the SQL level is 00 . 3. Turn up the POWER/VOLUME CONTROL knob un- til the noise or audio from the speaker is at a comfortable level. 4. Select a channel that has no signal being received[...]

HX370S Page 17 5.3 TRANSMISSION NOTE Never key the transceiver without an antenna connected, as this may cause damage to the transceiver . 1. Perform steps 1 through 7 of the RECEPTION discussion above. 2. Before transmitting, monitor the channel and make sure it is clear . THIS IS AN FCC REQUIREMENT! 3. For communications over short distances, pre[...]

HX370S Page 18 5.5 USA, CANADIAN, AND INTERNA TIONAL BANDS 1. T o change the operating band (channel set) of the transceiver , hold down the 16/9 key and press the WX key . The band will change from USA, to International, and to Canadian with each press. 2. “ USA ” appears on the LCD for the USA band, “ INTL ” appears for the International [...]

HX370S Page 19 5.6.2 NOAA WEA THER ALERT TESTING In the event of a major storm or other appreciable weather condition requir- ing vessels at sea or other bodies of water to be notified, the NOAA (Na- tional Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration) broadcasts a 1050 Hz tone that the HX370S can detect. (Refer to section 5.6.1 “NOAA WEA TER ALE[...]

HX370S Page 20 5.7 SCAN This transceiver provides a special “Scanning Memory Bank” which allows you to designate certain channels for inclusion in a “loop” which will be scanned at high speed. If an incoming signal is detected on one of the chan- nels in the scanning loop, the radio will pause on that channel, allowing you to listen to the [...]

HX370S Page 21 5.8 PROGRAMMABLE PRIORITY SCAN The priority scanning feature allows the radio to scan while also keeping watch on a particularly important “priority channel.” The following channels can be set as the priority channel: 16, 09, and Preset Channels 1 through 8 (Preset Channels are described in section 5.14). 1. T o set the priority [...]

HX370S Page 22 5.10 EMERGENCY (CHANNEL 16 USE) Channel 16 is known as the Hail and Distress Channel. An emergency may be defined as a threat to life or property . In such instances, be sure the transceiver is on and set to CHANNEL 16. Then use the following proce- dure: 1. Press the microphone push-to-talk switch and say “ Mayday , Mayday , Mayda[...]

HX370S Page 23 Prior to making contact with another vessel, refer to the channel chart s 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 advan[...]

HX370S Page 24 5.14 PRESET CHANNELS (1 ~ 8): INST ANT ACCESS Eight user-assigned channels can be programmed for instant access. 5.14.1 Programming 1. Hold down the PRESET key , and press the [  ] or [  ] key (repeatedly , if necessary) until the desired channel number (from among the regular operating channels) is displayed. 2. With the desir[...]

HX370S Page 25 5.15 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE All channels are factory-programmed in accordance with FCC (USA), In- dustry Canada and International regulations. The mode of operation cannot be altered from simplex to duplex or vice-versa. Simplex or duplex mode is automatically activated, depending on the channel and whether the USA, International[...]

HX370S Page 26 5.17 VOICE SCRAMBLER UNIT The optional FVP-31 V oice Scrambler Unit permits secure voice communica- tions with stations within your network, which prevents others from listening using normal communication equipment. T o activate the V oice Scrambler: 1. T urn the radio off. 2. Hold down the SQL key , then turn on the transceiver whil[...]

HX370S Page 27 5.18 SETUP MODE The HX370S ’s Setup Mode allows a number of the HX370S operating pa- rameters to be custom-configured for your operating requirements. The Setup Mode is easy to activate and set, using the following procedure: 1. T urn the radio off. 2. Hold down the SQL key , then turn on the transceiver while still holding down th[...]

HX370S Page 28 5.18.1 bEP ( K EY B EEP ) Function : Enable/Disable the Keypad beeper . A vailable V alues : ON/OFF Default : ON 5.18.2 CHF ( C HANNEL F REQUENCY ) Function : Enable/Disables the Channel Frequency display . A vailable V alues : ON/OFF Default : OFF 5.18.3 CHn ( C HANNEL N AME ) Function : Changes the channel name shown on the display[...]

HX370S Page 29 5.18.5 LP ( L AMP M ODE ) Function : Select the LCD/Keypad Lamp mode. A vailable V alues : KEY/Cnt (Continue)/OFF Default : KEY KEY : Illuminates the LCD/Keypad for 5 seconds when any key is pressed. Cnt (Continue): Illuminates the LCD/Keypad continuously . oFF: Disables the LCD/Keypad illumination. 5.18.6 SnL ( S CAN L AMP ) Functio[...]

HX370S Page 30 5.19 CLONING The HX370S includes a convenient “Clone” feature, which allows the memory and configuration data from one transceiver to be transferred to another HX370S . 1. T urn both radios off. 2. Connect the (optional) CT -32 Clone Cable between the MIC/SP jacks of the two transceivers. 3. Hold down the PRESET key and then turn[...]

HX370S Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART 6. MAINTENANCE T o receive warranty service, the purchaser must deliver the Product, trans- portation and insurance prepaid, to ST ANDARD HORIZON Marine Repair Department (a division of VERTEX ST ANDARD), 10900 W alker S treet Cy- press, CA 90630. Include proof of purchase indicating model. serial num- ber , and[...]

HX370S Page 32 Page 32 7. PRODUCT SUPPORT INQUIRIES If you have any questions or comments regarding the use of the HX370S , you can visit the ST ANDARD HORIZON Web site ( www .st andardhorizon.com), send an E-mail marinetech@vxstdusa.com, or contact the Product Support team at (800)767-2450 M-F 7:00-5:00PST . 8. CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS T ables on the f[...]

HX370S Page 33 VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CH U C I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE 01 X X D 156.050 160.650 Public Correspondence ( Marine Operator ) 01A X S 156.050 Port Operation and Commercial. VTS in selected areas 02 X X D 156.100 160.700 Public Correspondence ( Marine Operator ) 03 X X D 156.150 160.750 Public Correspondence ( Marine Operator ) 03A X S 1[...]

HX370S Page 34 VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CH U C I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE 20 X X X D 157.000 161.600 Canadian Coast Guard Only , International: port operations and shipment 20A X S 157.000 Port operation 21 X D 157.050 161.650 Port operation, ship movement 21A X X S 157.050 U.S. Government Only , Canadian Coast Guard 22 X D 157.100 161.700 Port operat[...]

HX370S Page 35 VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CH U C I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE 74 X X X S 156.725 US: Port Operations, Canada: Commercial fishing only , International: Inter-ship, Port opertions and Ship movement 75 X S 156.775 Port Operations ( Inter-ship only ) (1W) 76 X S 156.825 Port Operations ( Inter-ship only ) (1W) 77 X X S 156.875 Port Operations [...]

HX370S Page 36 Port Operations 01A 1 156.050 156.050 63A 1 156.175 156.175 05A 2 156.250 156.250 65A 156.275 156.275 66A 156.325 156.325 12 3 156.600 156.600 73 156.675 156.675 14 3 156.700 156.700 74 156.725 156.725 77 4 156.875 Intership only . 20A 12 157.000 Intership only . Navigational ( Bridge-to-Bridge ) 5 13 6 156.650 156.650 67 7 156.375 1[...]

HX370S Page 37 1. 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 desig- nated V essel T raffic Services (VTS) area of New Orleans, on the lower Missis- sippi River from the various pass entrances in the Gulf of Mexico to Devil’s Swamp Light at River M[...]

HX370S Page 38 8. Within 120 km (75 miles) of the United S tates/Canada border , in the area of the Puget Sound and the S trait 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[...]

HX370S Page 39 9. W ARRANTY Marine Products Limited W arranty ST ANDARD HORIZON (a division of VERTEX ST ANDARD) warrants, to the original purchaser only , each new Marine Communications Product (“Prod- uct”) manufactured and/or supplied by ST ANDARD HORIZON against de- fects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a perio[...]

HX370S Page 40 This limited warranty does not extend to any Product which has been sub- jected to misuse, neglect, accident, incorrect wiring by anyone other than ST ANDARD HORIZON, improper installation, or subjected to use in viola- tion of instructions furnished by ST ANDARD HORIZON, nor does this war- ranty extend to Products on which the seria[...]

HX370S Page 41 Note: The flat rate amount is payable by the Owner only if ST ANDARD HORIZON or the ST ANDARD 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 [...]

HX370S Page 42 10. SPECIFICA TIONS 7.1 General Frequency range : 156 MHz - 163.275 MHz ( Marine Band + WX Band ) Channel S teps: 25 kHz 137 MHz - 174 MHz (LMR) Channel S teps: 12.5 / 25 kHz Frequency stability : ± 2.5 ppm ( –22 °F to +140 °F [–30 °C to +60 °C]) Emission type : 16K0G3E, 16K0F3E, 1 1K0F3E Antenna impedance : 50 Ohms Supply v[...]

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HX370S This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. Part 15.21: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly ap- proved by V ertex S tandard could void the User ’s authorization to oper- ate this device.[...]

HX370S Copyright 2004 VERTEX ST ANDARD CO., L TD. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual may be reproduced without the permission of VERTEX ST ANDARD CO., L TD. Printed in Japan Marine Division of VERTEX STANDARD US Headquarters 10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A. www.standardhorizon.com EM008N101[...]