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  • Page 1

    Page 1 GX3000E MA TRIX GX3000E 25 W att VHF/FM ITU Class D DSC Marine T ransceiver Owner's Manual z W aterproof construction z Commercial grade ITU Class D DSC VHF z Independent Channel 70 receiver built-in for continuous DSC watching z 30 W Loud Hailer with listen back and 4 fog horns, Bells & Whistles z Capable of connecting 2 optional e[...]

  • Page 2

    GX3000E Page 2 T ABLE OF CONTENTS 1 GENERAL INFORMA TION ........................................................................................................... .4 2 P ACKING LIST .................................................................................................................. ............ 4 3 OPTIONS ..........................[...]

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    Page 3 GX3000E 9.5.5 Receiving an Individual Call ...................................................................................... 47 9.6 CALL WAITING DIRECTOR Y ............................................................................................ 47 9.6.1 Enabling the Call W aiting Feature .............................................[...]

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    GX3000E Page 4 1 GENERAL INFORMA TION The V ertex S tandard GX3000E is a VHF/FM transceiver designed for use in the frequency range of 156.025 to 163.275 MHz. The GX3000E can be oper- ated from 1 1 to 16 VDC and has a switchable RF output power of 1 watt or 25 watts. The GX3000E is a Class D DSC (Digital Selective Calling) VHF and includes a 30W P [...]

  • Page 5

    Page 5 GX3000E 4 INST ALLA TION NOTE The installation of this equipment should be made in such a manner as to re- spect the EC recommended electromagnetic field exposure limits (1999/519/ EC). The maximum RF power available from this device is 25 watts. The antenna should be installed as high as possible for maximum ef ficiency and that this instal[...]

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    GX3000E Page 6 5 GETTING ST ARTED 5.1 ABOUT VHF RADIO The radio frequencies used in the VHF marine band lie between 156 and 158 MHz with some shore stations available between 161 and 163 MHz. The ma- rine VHF band provides communications over distances that are essentially “line of sight” (VHF signals do not travel well through objects such as [...]

  • Page 7

    Page 7 GX3000E 5.3 COAXIAL CABLE VHF antennas are connected to the transceiver by means of a coaxial cable, a shielded transmission line. Coaxial cable is specified by it’s diameter and con- struction. For runs less than 6 m, RG-58/U, about 6 mm in diameter is a good choice. For runs over 6 m but less than 15 m, the larger RG-8X should be used fo[...]

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    GX3000E Page 8 6 INST ALLA TION 6.1 LOCA TION The radio can be mounted at any angle. Choose a mounting location that: • keeps the radio and microphone at least 1 m away from your vessel’ s magnetic navigation compass • provides accessibility to the front panel controls • allows connection to a power source and an antenna • has nearby spac[...]

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    Page 9 GX3000E 6.2.2 Optional MMB-84 Flush Mount Bracket 1. T o assist in flush mounting, a template has been included. Use this tem- plate to assess the mounting location. 2. Use the template to mark the location where the rectangular hole is to be cut. Confirm the space behind the dash or panel is deep enough to accom- modate the transceiver (at [...]

  • Page 10

    GX3000E Page 10 GPS Navigat ion Rece iver A c c e s s o r y C a b l e Optional Speaker Antenna Fus e Red Power Sour ce Black Wa t er p ro o f Deck Out let Option al CMP25 RAM+ Mic. Optional VH-3 10 Handset Optional HAIL/P A Horn 6.3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CAUTION Reverse polarity connections will damage the radio! Connect the power cord and antenna[...]

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    Page 11 GX3000E 6.4 ACCESSOR Y CABLE Wire Color/Description WHITE - External S peaker ( + ) SHIELD - External S peaker (–) RED - P A S peaker (+) SHIELD - P A S peaker (–) BLUE- NMEA Input (+) GREEN - NMEA Input (–) GRA Y - NMEA Output (+) BROWN-NMEA Output (–) Connection Examples Connect to external 4 Ohm audio speaker Connect to external [...]

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    GX3000E Page 12 O FFSET T IME T ABLE 6.5 CHECKING GPS CONNECTIONS After connections have been made between the GX3000E and the GPS, a small satellite icon will appear on the top right corner of the LCD display . T o see the additional GPS information, press and hold the [ H/L ( NA V )] key . The GX3000E shows the Date, T ime, SOG and COG . 6.6 CHAN[...]

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    Page 13 GX3000E 6.7 CHANGING THE TIME LOCA TION Sets the radio to show UTC time or local time with the of fset inputted in section 7.5 Changing the GPS T ime. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup ” menu appears. 2. Press the [ ENT ] key , then select “ Time Disp Ti[...]

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    GX3000E Page 14 6.8 CHANGING COG TO TRUE OR MAGNETIC Allows customising the NA V data showing GPS Course Over Ground (COG). Factory default is T rue however following the steps below the COG can be changed to Magnetic. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup ” menu appe[...]

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    Page 15 GX3000E 6.9 RECEIVER AUDIO TONE CONTROL Allows the treble and bass of the speaker audio to be adjusted for the best acoustics in noisy environments. The effect is similar to adjusting the treble and bass controls on a stereo. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setu[...]

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    GX3000E Page 16 6.10 OPTIONAL ENHANCED RAM+ SECOND ST A TION MIC AND/OR VH-310 HANDSET INST ALLA TION The GX3000E is capable of using up to 2 Enhanced RAM+ mics or VH-310 handsets to remotely control the Radio, DSC, and Distress functions. In addi- tion the GX3000E can operate as a full function intercom system when either the RAM+ or VH-310 is con[...]

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    Page 17 GX3000E Remote Mic or External Speaker Selection By default the RAM+ or VH-310 Handset internal speaker is turned on, how- ever using the RAM+ mic (or VH-310 Handset) this speaker can be turned off so the external speaker can be used. RAM+ mic procedure 1. Press and hold the [ CALL ( ENT )] key . 2. Press the [ S ] or [ T ] key to select ?[...]

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    GX3000E Page 18 7 CONTROLS AND INDICA TORS NOTE This section defines each control of the transceiver . See Figures for lo- cation of controls. For detailed operating instructions refer to section “ 8 BASIC OPERA TION .” POWER SWITCH / VOLUME CONTROL ( VOL/PWR ) T urns the transceiver on and off as well as adjust s the audio volume. Press and ho[...]

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    Page 19 GX3000E KEYP AD [ 16 / 9 ] Key Immediately recalls channel 16 from any channel location and automati- cally selects high power . Pressing the [ 16/9 ] key again revert s to the previous selected working channel. Secondary use Press and hold the [ 16/9 ] key then press the [ WX ] key to switch between the USA, Canadian and International Chan[...]

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    GX3000E Page 20 [ H/L ( NA V )] Key Press this key to toggle the transmit output power between 25 W (High) and 1 W (Low) power . When the [ H/L ( NA V )] key is pressed while the transceiver is on channel 13 or 67, the power will temporarily switch from LO to HI power until the PTT is released. The [ H/L ( NA V )] key does not function on transmit [...]

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    Page 21 GX3000E ANTENNA JACK Connects an antenna to the transceiver . Use a marine VHF antenna with an impedance of 50 ohms. REMOTE MIC CONNECTORS Connects the GX3000E to the enhanced RAM+ MIC (Remote Access Mi- crophone) or the VH-310 Handset. Refer to section “ 1 1 ENHANCED RAM+ MIC OPERA TION ” or “ 12 VH-310 HEADSET OPERA TION ” for det[...]

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    GX3000E Page 22 PTT (Push-T o-T alk) SWITCH Keys the transmitter when the transceiver is in radio mode. If the transceiver is in the intercom mode (between the CMP25 RAM+ o r VH-310 Headset and the GX3000E ), or P A mode, it activates the GX3000E microphone for voice communications. MICROPHONE T ransmits the voice message with reduction of backgrou[...]

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    Page 23 GX3000E MEMO[...]

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    GX3000E Page 24 8 BASIC OPERA TION 8.1 RECEPTION 1. After the transceiver has been installed, ensure that the power supply and antenna are properly connected. 2. Press and hold the VOL/PWR knob until the radio turns on. 3. T urn the SQL knob fully counterclockwise. This state is known as “squelch of f” . 4. Turn up the VOL knob until noise or a[...]

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    Page 25 GX3000E 8.4 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE Refer to the VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART (p age 91) for instructions on use of simplex and duplex channels. NOTE All channels are factory-programmed in accordance with International, Industry Canada (Canada), and FCC (USA) regulations. Mode of opera- tion cannot be altered from simplex to duplex or vice-v[...]

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    GX3000E Page 26 details). 3. The programmed NOAA weather channels will be scanned along with the regular-programmed channels. However , scanning will not stop on a nor- mal weather broadcast unless a NOAA alert is received. 4. When an alert is received on a NOAA weather channel, scanning will stop and the transceiver will emit a loud beep to alert [...]

  • Page 27

    Page 27 GX3000E 8.8 CALLING ANOTHER VESSEL ( CHANNEL 16 OR 9 ) Channel 16 may be used for initial contact (hailing) with another vessel. However , its most import ant use is for emergency and distress messages. This channel must be monitored at all times except when actually using another channel. It is monitored by the European, U.S. and Canadian [...]

  • Page 28

    GX3000E Page 28 amples 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 [...]

  • Page 29

    Page 29 GX3000E 8.12 SCANNING Allows the user to select the scan type from Memory scan or Priority scan. “Memory scan” scans the channels that were programmed into memory . “Prior- ity scan” scans the channels programmed in memory with the priority channel. 8.12.1 Selecting the Scan T ype 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key unti[...]

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    GX3000E Page 30 8.12.3 Priority Scanning ( P-SCAN ) In the default setting, Channel 16 is set as the priority channel. Y ou may change the priority channel to the desired channel from the Channel 16 by the Radio Setup Mode, refer to section “ 10.6 PRIORITY CHANNEL SET .” 1. Adjust the SQL knob until background noise disappears. 2. Select a desi[...]

  • Page 31

    Page 31 GX3000E 8.13 P A/FOG OPERA TION P A/FOG mode allows the transceiver to be used as a 30W hailer when an optional ST ANDARD HORIZON 220SW or 240SW P A horn speaker is installed. When in Hail mode the P A speaker Listen’s Back (acts as a microphone and amplifies sound to the front panel speaker) through the P A horn speaker which provides tw[...]

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    GX3000E Page 32 switch to activate the tone through the HAIL/P A speaker . Rotate the CHANNEL selector knob to control the AF output level. The AF output level can be set from 0 to 30 watts. 6. T o exit the FOG HORN mode, press the [ P A/FOG ] or [ CLR ] key . 8.14 NA VIGA TION INDICA TION The transceiver has the ability to display T ime, SOG , COG[...]

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    Page 33 GX3000E 8.15.1 Communication 1. Press and hold the [ DW ( IC )] key , the mode is changed to “INTERCOM” mode. 2. If your GX3000E is equipped with two CMP25 RAM+ Mic’s (or VH-310 Handset), select the comp anion you wish to communicate ( Ram1 Ram1 Ram1 Ram1 Ram1 , Ram2 Ram2 Ram2 Ram2 Ram2 , or ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL ) with the CHANNEL sele[...]

  • Page 34

    GX3000E Page 34 8.16 VOICE SCRAMBLER If privacy of communications is desired, a CVS2500 voice scrambler (VS) can be installed in the transceiver . Contact your Dealer to have a CVS2500 inst alled. Refer to the section 10.1 1 VOICE SCRAMBLER to program the voice scram- bler . 1. Turn on the transceiver . 2. Select a channel that was programmed for s[...]

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    Page 35 GX3000E 9 DIGIT AL SELECTIVE CALLING 9.1 GENERAL W ARNING This radio is designed to generate a digital maritime distress and safety call to facilitate search and rescue. T o 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. T[...]

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    GX3000E Page 36 9.2.2 Programming the MMSI W ARNING A user MMSI can be input only once . If the user tries to input an MMSI more than once the radio will show the display on the right. Therefore please be careful not to input the incorrect MMSI number . If the user needs to change the MMSI number after it has been entered, the radio will have to be[...]

  • Page 37

    Page 37 GX3000E 9.3 DSC DISTRESS ALERT The GX3000E is capable of transmitting and receiving DSC Distress messages to all DSC radios. The GX3000E may be connected to a GPS to also transmit the Latitude and Longitude of the vessel. 10.3.1 T ransmitting a DSC Distress Alert NOTE T o be able to transmit a DSC Distress Alert an MMSI number must be progr[...]

  • Page 38

    GX3000E Page 38 T ransmitting a DSC Distress Alert with Nature of Distress The GX3000E is capable of transmitting a DSC Distress Alert with the following “Nature of Distress” categories: Undesignated, Fire, Flooding, Collision, Grounding, Capsizing, Sinking, Adrift, Abandoning, Piracy , MOB 1. Lif t the red spring loaded DISTRESS cover and pres[...]

  • Page 39

    Page 39 GX3000E 9.3.2 Receiving a DSC Distress Alert 1. When a DSC Distress Alert is received, an emer- gency alarm sounds. Then channel 16 is automatically selected. 2. Press any key to stop the alarm. 3. T urn the CHANNEL selector knob to change the dis- play to show the position of the vessel in distress. 4 If the position of the vessel distress[...]

  • Page 40

    GX3000E Page 40 7. When “Manual” is selected at the previous step, en- ter the MMSI number (nine digits) to which you want to send (relay) the received Distress Alert. T o do this, turn the CHANNEL selector knob to scroll through numbers “0-9,” the press the [ ENT ] key to move the entry location to the right. If a mistake was made en- teri[...]

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    Page 41 GX3000E 5. Press the [ ENT ] key to transmit the selected type of all ships DSC call. 6. After the ALL SHIPS CALL is transmitted, the trans- ceiver will switch to CH16. 7. Listen to the channel to make sure it is not busy , then key the microphone and say P AN P AN P AN or “Securite, Securite, Securite” depending on the pri- ority of th[...]

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    GX3000E Page 42 9.5 INDIVIDUAL CALL This feature allows the GX3000E to contact another vessel with a DSC VHF radio and automatically switch the receiving radio to a desired communications channel. This feature is similar to calling a vessel on CH16 and requesting to go to another channel (switching to the channel is private between the two stations[...]

  • Page 43

    Page 43 GX3000E Repeat this procedure until all nine spaces of the MMSI number are en- tered. 1 1. If a mistake was made entering in the name or the MMSI number repeat pressing the [ H/L ( NA V )] key until the wrong character is selected, then move the channel knob to correct the entry . 12. T o store the data entered, press and hold the [ ENT ] k[...]

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    GX3000E Page 44 9.5.3 Setting up the Individual/Group Call Ringer When a Individual Call or Group Call is received the radio will produce a ringing tone for 3 minutes. This selection allows the Individual Call ringer time to be changed. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio S[...]

  • Page 45

    Page 45 GX3000E 9.5.4 T ransmitting 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. Pre-Programmable Calling 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key . The “ DSC Operation DSC Operation DSC Operation DSC Operation DSC [...]

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    GX3000E Page 46 Manual Calling Y ou may enter an MMSI number manually to contact without storing it in the Individual Directory . 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key . The “ DSC Operation DSC Operation DSC Operation DSC Operation DSC Operation ” menu will appear . 2 . T urn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ Indi- Indi- Indi- Indi- Indi- vid[...]

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    Page 47 GX3000E 13. Press any key to listen to the channel to make sure it is not busy , then key the microphone and call the other vessel you desire to communicate with. 9.5.5 Receiving an Individual Call When the GX3000E receives a individual call, by default the GX3000E auto- matically transmits a acknowledgement before switching to the requeste[...]

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    GX3000E Page 48 9.6.2 Reviewing Received Calls Logged into the Call W aiting Directory 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key . The “ DSC Operation DSC Operation DSC Operation DSC Operation DSC Operation ” menu will appear . 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ DSC Log DSC Log DSC Log DSC Log DSC Log ” menu. 3. Press the [ ENT ] key , t[...]

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    Page 49 GX3000E 9.7 GROUP CALL This feature allows the user to contact a group of specific vessels (example members of a yacht club) with a group MMSI number using the Group call function to automatically switch to a desired channel for voice communications. 9.7.1 Setting up a Group Call For this function to operate the same Group MMSI must be prog[...]

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    GX3000E Page 50 1 1. If a mistake was made entering in the name or the MMSI number repeat pressing the [ H/L ( NA V )] key until the wrong charac- ter is selected, then move the channel knob to cor- rect the entry . 12. T o store the data entered, press and hold the [ ENT ] key . 13. T o enter another individual address, repeat step s 4 through 12.[...]

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    Page 51 GX3000E Manual Calling Y ou may enter a Group MMSI number manually to contact without the Setting up the Group call number . 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key . The “ DSC Operation DSC Operation DSC Operation DSC Operation DSC Operation ” menu will appear . 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ Group Group Group Group Group .?[...]

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    GX3000E Page 52 9.7.3 Receiving a Group Call 1. When a group call is received, the GX3000E will pro- duce a ringing alarm sound. 2. The radio automatically switches to the requested channel. 3. Press any key to stop the alarm. 4. Monitor the channel for the person calling the Group for a message. 5. If you want to respond, monitor the channel to ma[...]

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    Page 53 GX3000E 9.8 POSITION REQUEST Advancements in DSC have made it possible to poll the location of another vessel and show the position of that vessel on the display of the GX3000E . S tandard Horizon has taken this feature one step further , if any S tandard Hori- zon GPS is connected to the GX3000E , the polled position of the vessel is shown[...]

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    GX3000E Page 54 The GX3000E has the cap ability to turn off the Position Request ringer . 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup ” menu appears. 2 . T urn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ DSC DSC DSC DSC DSC Setup Setup Setup Setup Setup ” menu. 3. Press the [[...]

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    Page 55 GX3000E NOTE If the GX3000E does not receive position dat a from the polled vessel, the LCD will show “NO POSITION DA T A.” Manual Request Y ou may enter an MMSI number manually to contact without the Setting up the Individual / Position Call Directory . 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key . The “ DSC Operation DSC Operation DSC Operati[...]

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    GX3000E Page 56 9.8.3 Receiving a Position Request When a position request call is received from another vessel, a ringing alarm will sound and POS REQUEST will be shown in the LCD. Operation and trans- ceiver function dif fers depending on “ POS Reply POS Reply POS Reply POS Reply POS Reply ” in the “ DSC Setup DSC Setup DSC Setup DSC Setup [...]

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    Page 57 GX3000E 9.9 POSITION SEND 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 an- other vessel. In order to send your position you need to have a GPS receiver connected or to have manually input your position. See “ 9.1 1 Manually Input- t[...]

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    GX3000E Page 58 Manual Calling 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key . The “ DSC Operation DSC Operation DSC Operation DSC Operation DSC Operation ” menu will appear in the display . 2. T urn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the “ POS POS POS POS POS Send Send Send Send Send .” 3. Press [ ENT ] key to show the Position Send directory . This [...]

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    Page 59 GX3000E 9.10 DSC TRANSMISSION TEST 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key . The “ DSC Operation DSC Operation DSC Operation DSC Operation DSC Operation ” menu will appear . 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ DSC Test DSC Test DSC Test DSC Test DSC Test ” menu. 3. Press the [ ENT ] key , then select the station (name or MMSI nu[...]

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    GX3000E Page 60 9.1 1 MANUAL INPUTTING GPS LOCA TION ( LA T/LON ) Y ou may send the Latitude/Longitude of your vessel manually even if the GX3000E is not connected the GPS receiver unit. After the position is entered, transmitting a DSC Distress, Position Request, or Position Send will contain the manually entered position. 1. Press and hold down t[...]

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    Page 61 GX3000E 10 RADIO SETUP NOTE The optional CMP25 RAM+ mic and VH-310 Handset can also change the RADIO SETUP menu. Refer to p age 76 (RAM+ mic) and page 85 ( VH-310 ) for details. 10.1 LAMP ADJUSTING Allows setting up the backlight intensity or to turn it off. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup Radio Setup R[...]

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    GX3000E Page 62 10.3 TIME OFFSET From the Factory the GX3000E shows GPS satellite time or UTC time. A time offset is needed to show the local time in your area. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup ” menu appears. 2. Press the [ ENT ] key , then select “ Time Set T[...]

  • Page 63

    Page 63 GX3000E 10.4 TIME LOCA TION This selection selects the time display between local time and UTC (time GPS sends to radio). T ime is displayed when GPS position (LA T/LON) is displayed by pressing and holding the [ H/L ( NA V )] key . 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Rad[...]

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    GX3000E Page 64 10.6 PRIORITY CHANNEL SET Allows selection of the priority channel when priority scan is enabled. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup ” menu appears. 2. Press the [ ENT ] key , then select “ Priority CH Priority CH Priority CH Priority CH Priority [...]

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    Page 65 GX3000E 10.8 SCAN RESUME TIME This selection is used to select the time the GX3000E waits after a transmis- sion ends before starting scanning. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup ” menu appears. 2. Press the [ ENT ] key , then select “ SCAN Resume SCAN Re[...]

  • Page 66

    GX3000E Page 66 10.10 WX ALERT This selection allows the radios NOAA Weather alert to be turned of f. Default setting is ON. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup ” menu appears. 2. Press the [ ENT ] key , then select “ WX Alert WX Alert WX Alert WX Alert WX Alert ?[...]

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    Page 67 GX3000E 10.12 CHANNEL NAME CHANGE This selection allows you to customise the name of a channel from the default name. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup ” menu appears. 2. Press the [ ENT ] key , then select “ CH Name CH Name CH Name CH Name CH Name ” i[...]

  • Page 68

    GX3000E Page 68 10.13 NAMING THE RADIO OR SECOND ST A TION MIC OR HANDSET This function allows you to change the name of the RADIO or second station microphones. Example: “RADIO - CABIN,” “RAM1 - HELM,” “RAM2 - FL YBRIDGE.” 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Se[...]

  • Page 69

    Page 69 GX3000E 10.14 FOG ALERT TONE FREQUENCY This selection allows you to select the Alert T one Frequency for the P A/FOG Operation. Available selections are “200 Hz” through “850 Hz” in 50 Hz steps. The default Alert T one Frequency is 400 Hz. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup [...]

  • Page 70

    GX3000E Page 70 1 1 ENHANCED RAM+ MIC OPERA TION When the RAM+ microphone is connected to the GX3000E , most VHF , DSC, and setup menus can be remotely operated. The RAM+ Mic is supplied with 7 m of routing cable and can be extended up to 21 m using three 7 m extension cables model CT -100 . The intercom operation can be used between the RAM+ Mic a[...]

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    Page 71 GX3000E POWER SWITCH ( PWR ) Press and hold down this key to turn to the transceiver and RAM+ Mic on and off. PTT ( Push-T o-T alk ) SWITCH Activates transmission. [ H/L ] KEY T oggles between high and low power . When the [ H/L ] key is pressed while the transceiver is on channel 13 or 67, the power will temporarily switch from LO to HI po[...]

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    GX3000E Page 72 [ DW ( IC )] Key W atches for a transmission on CH16 and another selected channel until either signal is received. (Dual watch) Secondary use Press and hold [ DW ( IC )] key , intercom operation will operate between radio and RAM+ Mic. [ NA V ] Key Press this key , when connected to the GPS receiver , the LCD displays Position Data [...]

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    Page 73 GX3000E 1 1.2 P A/FOG OPERA TION The RAM+ is capable of controlling the 30W Public address, 4 fog horns, bells and whistles. 1 1.2.1 Operating the P A / Hailer 1. Press and hold the [ NA V ] key then select “ PUBLIC ADRESS PUBLIC ADRESS PUBLIC ADRESS PUBLIC ADRESS PUBLIC ADRESS ” with the [ S ] or [ T ] key . 2. Press the [ CALL ( ENT )[...]

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    GX3000E Page 74 1 1.3 INTERCOM OPERA TION 1 1.3.1 Communication 1. Press and hold the [ DW ( IC )] key while in “RADIO” mode, the mode is changed to “INTERCOM” mode. 2. If your GX3000E is equipped with two RAM+ Mic’s (or VH- 310 Handset), select the companion with which you wish to communicate ( RADIO RADIO RADIO RADIO RADIO , RAM RAM RAM[...]

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    Page 75 GX3000E 1 1.4 MANUAL INPUTTING OF THE GPS LOCA TION ( LA T/LON ) Y ou may send the Latitude/Longitude of your vessel manually from the RAM+ Mic even if the GX3000E is not connected the GPS receiver unit. After the position is entered, transmitting a DSC Distress, Position Request, or Position Send will contain the manually entered position.[...]

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    GX3000E Page 76 1 1.5 DSC/RADIO SETUP MODE The RAM+ can access the DSC / RADIO setup menu (refer to section “ 9 DIGI- T AL SELECTIVE CALLING ” and section “ 10 RADIO SETUP MODE ” for de- tails). The LAMP LAMP LAMP LAMP LAMP , CONTRAST CONTRAST CONTRAST CONTRAST CONTRAST , and KEY BEEP KEY BEEP KEY BEEP KEY BEEP KEY BEEP menu item accessed f[...]

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    Page 77 GX3000E 1 1.5.1 Changing GPS Information to V essel Position or COG Allows customising of the NA V data showing GPS Information. Factory default is “Y our V essel’s Current Position,” however , following the steps below the GPS Information can be changed to “Course Over Ground (COG).” 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( ENT )] key[...]

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    GX3000E Page 78 12 VH-310 HANDSET OPERA TION When the VH-310 HANDSET is connected to the GX3000E , most VHF , DSC, and setup menus can be remotely operated. The VH-310 HANDSET is supplied with 7 m of routing cable and can be extended up to 21 m using three 7 m extension cables model CT -100 . The intercom operation can be used between the VH-310 HA[...]

  • Page 79

    Page 79 GX3000E [ SQL ] key Activates the squelch adjusting mode. Press this key to activate the squelch adjusting mode. Press the [ S ] or [ T ] key to adjust the squelch. [ CALL ( MENU )] key The [ CALL ( MENU )] key functions as the enter key . Secondary use Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key to access the DSC OPERA TION menu. The “INDIVIDUAL CALL[...]

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    GX3000E Page 80 KEYP AD [ 1 ( DIM )] key When in radio mode, this key is used to directly select digit “1” in a chan- nel number . Secondary use Press the [ F ] key first then press the [ 1 ( DIM )] key to access the LCD Dimmer menu. Refer to section “ 10.1 LAMP ADJUSTING ” for details. [ 2 ( MEM )] Key When in radio mode, this key is used [...]

  • Page 81

    Page 81 GX3000E [ 6 ( NA V )] Key When in radio mode, this key is used to directly select digit “6” in a chan- nel number . Secondary use Press the [ F ] key first then press the [ 6 ( NA V )] key , the LCD will display NA V GPS Data, T ime, SOG (S peed Over Ground), and COG (Course Over Ground) when a GPS is connected to the accessory cable of[...]

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    GX3000E Page 82 12.2 P A/FOG OPERA TION The VH-310 Handset is capable of controlling the 30W Public address, 4 fog horns, bells and whistles. 12.2.1 Operating the P A / Hailer 1. Press the [ F ] key followed by the [ 8 ( PA )] key , activate the “P A / HAIL” mode. 2. Press the PTT switch and speak into the microphone. 3. T o turn up the P A V o[...]

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    Page 83 GX3000E 12.3 INTERCOM OPERA TION 12.3.1 Communication 1. Press the [ F ] key followed by the [ 5 ( IC )] key , the mode is changed to “INTERCOM” mode. 2. If your GX3000E is equipped with two RAM+ Mic’s (or VH- 310 Handset), select the companion you wish to communi- cate ( RADIO RADIO RADIO RADIO RADIO , RAM RAM RAM RAM RAM , or ALL AL[...]

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    GX3000E Page 84 12.4 MANUAL INPUTTING OF THE GPS LOCA TION ( LA T/LON ) Y ou may send the Latitude/Longitude of your vessel manually from the VH-310 Handset even if the GX3000E is not connected the GPS receiver unit. After the position is entered, transmitting a DSC Distress, Position Request, or Position Send will contain the manually entered posi[...]

  • Page 85

    Page 85 GX3000E 12.5 DSC/RADIO SETUP MODE The VH-310 Handset can access the DSC / RADIO setup menu (refer to sec- tion “ 9 DIGIT AL SELECTIVE CALLING ” and section “ 10 RADIO SETUP MODE ” for details). The CONTRAST CONTRAST CONTRAST CONTRAST CONTRAST , NAV DISPLAY NAV DISPLAY NAV DISPLAY NAV DISPLAY NAV DISPLAY , KEY BEEP KEY BEEP KEY BEEP [...]

  • Page 86

    GX3000E Page 86 12.5.1 Changing GPS Information to V essel position or COG Allows customising of the NA V data showing GPS Information. Factory default is “Y our V essel’s Current Position,” however , following the steps below the GPS Information can be changed to “Course Over Ground (COG).” 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key[...]

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    Page 87 GX3000E 13 FOG HORN TIMING CHART The fog horn function sounds a horn repeatedly until the function is turned off. TYPE P A TTERN USAGE 120s Lis ten Bac k 5s 5s 2s 2s 120s Listen Bac k 1s 1s 1s 1s 2s 2s 2s 2s 120s Lis ten Bac k 1s 1s 1s 1s 1s 1s 2s 2s 2s 2s 2s 2s 120s Lis ten Bac k 60s Lis ten Bac k 60s Lis ten Bac k UNDERW A Y STOP SAIL TOW[...]

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    GX3000E Page 88 14 MAINTENANCE The inherent quality of the solid-state components used in this transceiver will provide many years of continuous use. T aking the following precautions how- ever , will prevent damage to the transceiver . • Keep the microphone connected or the jack covered at all times to prevent corrosion of electrical contact s; [...]

  • Page 89

    Page 89 GX3000E SYMPTOM T ransceiver fails to power up. Transceiver blows fuse when connected to power supply . Popping or whining noise from the speaker while engine runs. Sound is not emitted from the internal or ex- ternal speaker . Receiving station re- port low transmit power , even with trans- ceiver set to HI power . “HI BA TTERY” or “[...]

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    GX3000E Page 90 15 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS T ables 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 V essel T raffic S ystem. 2. Alpha channel numbers, that is, channel numbers follo[...]

  • Page 91

    Page 91 GX3000E 6. Marine vessels equipped with VHF radios are required to monitor Channel 16 . 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)[...]

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    GX3000E Page 92 VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CH U C I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE 23 X X D 157.150 161.750 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 23 A X S 157.150 U.S. Government Only 24 X X X D 157.200 161.800 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 25 X X X D 157.250 161.850 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 26 X X X D 157.300 161.900 Public Corresp[...]

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    Page 93 GX3000E VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CH U C I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE 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 (Inter-ship only) (1W) 77 X S 156.875 Port Operations (Inter-ship only) 78 X D 156.925 161.525 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), P[...]

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    GX3000E Page 94 16 SPECIFICA TIONS Performance specifications are nominal, unless otherwise indicated, and are subject to change without notice. 16.1 GENERAL Channels ............................................................. All USA, International and Canadian Input V oltage ......................................................................[...]

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    Page 95 GX3000E Declaration of Conformity We, Y aesu Europe B.V . declare under our sole responsibility that the following equipment complies with the essential requirements of the Directive 1999/5/EC. T ype of Equipment: VHF T ransceiver Brand Name: ST ANDARD HORIZON Model Number: GX3000E Manufacturer: V ertex St andard Co., Ltd. Address of Manufa[...]

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    GX3000E Page 96 EM014N200 Copyright 2006 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. VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD. 4-8-8 Nakameguro, Meguro-Ku, Tokyo 153-8644, Japan VERTEX STANDARD US Headquarters 10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A. YAESU [...]