Standard Horizon GX3000S manual

Page 1 GX3000S MA TRIX GX3000S 25 Watt VHF/FM ITU Class D DSC Marine T ransceiver Owner's Manual  W aterproof construction  Commercial grade ITU Class D DSC VHF  Independent Channel 70 receiver built-in for continuous DSC watching  30 W Loud Hailer with listen back and 4 fog horns, Bells & Whistles  Capable of connecting 2 o[...]

GX3000S Page 2 T ABLE OF CONTENTS 1 GENERAL INFORMA TION ............................................................................................................. 4 2 P ACKING LIST .................................................................................................................. ............. 4 3 OPTIONS ........................[...]

Page 3 GX3000S 1 1.6 CALL W AITING DIRECTOR Y ............................................................................................ 46 1 1.6.1 Enabling the Call W aiting Feature ........................................................................... 46 1 1.6.2 Reviewing Received Calls Logged into the Call W aiting Directory .............[...]

GX3000S Page 4 1 GENERAL INFORMA TION The V ertex S tandard GX3000S is a VHF/FM transceiver designed for use in the frequency range of 156.025 to 163.275 MHz. The GX3000S can be oper- ated from 1 1 to 16 VDC and has a switchable RF output power of 1 watt or 25 watts. The GX3000S is a Class D DSC (Digital Selective Calling) VHF and includes a 30W P [...]

Page 5 GX3000S 4 SAFETY / W ARNING INFORMA TION 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 byst anders by maintaining the minimum separation dis- tance of 0.6 m (2 feet). Failure to observe these restrictions wil[...]

GX3000S Page 6 5 FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMA TION V ertex S tandard radios comply with the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service. ST A TION LICENSE 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[...]

Page 7 GX3000S 6 FCC NOTICE NOTICE Unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void com- pliance with FCC Rules. Any change or modification must be approved in writing by Marine Division of V ertex S tandard. NOTICE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 o[...]

GX3000S Page 8 7 GETTING ST ARTED 7.1 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 9 GX3000S 7.3 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 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 sh[...]

GX3000S Page 10 8 INST ALLA TION 8.1 LOCA TION The radio can be mounted at any angle. Choose a mounting location that: • is far enough from any compass to avoid any deviation in compass read- ing due to the speaker magnet • provides accessibility to the front panel controls • allows connection to a power source and an antenna • has nearby s[...]

Page 11 GX3000S 8.3 ACCESSOR Y CABLE Wire Color/Description WHITE - External S peaker ( + ) SHIELD - External S peaker (–) RED - P A S peaker (+) SHIELD - P A Speaker (–) 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 4[...]

GX3000S Page 12 O FFSET T IME T ABLE 8.4 CHECKING GPS CONNECTIONS After connections have been made between the GX3000S 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 GX3000S shows the Date, T ime, SOG and COG . 8.5 CHAN[...]

Page 13 GX3000S 8.7 CHANGING COG TO TRUE OR MAGNETIC Allows customizing the NA V data showing GPS Course Over Ground (COG). Factory default is T rue however following the step s below the COG can be changed to Magnetic. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup ” menu appears. 2. Press the [ ENT ] key , then select “[...]

GX3000S Page 14 8.8 RECEIVER AUDIO TONE CONTROL Allows the treble and bass of the speaker audio to be adjusted for best listening in noisy enviroments. The effect is similar to adjusting a the treble and bass controls on a stereo. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup ” menu appears. 2. Press the [ ENT ] key , then[...]

Page 15 GX3000S Figure 1. MMB-84 Flush Mount Inst allation 8.9 OPTIONAL MMB-84 FLUSH MOUNT INST ALLA TION 1. T o assist in flush mounting, a template has been included. Use this tem- plate to find 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 de[...]

GX3000S Page 16 8.10 OPTI ONAL ENHANCED RAM+ SECOND ST A TION MIC AND/OR VH-310 HANDSET INST ALLA TION The GX3000S 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 GX3000S can operate as a full function intercom system when either the RAM+ or VH-310 is co[...]

Page 17 GX3000S Remote Mic or External S peaker 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/SET ] key . 2. Press the [  ] or [  ] key to select [...]

GX3000S Page 18 9 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 “ 10 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 h[...]

Page 19 GX3000S KEYP AD [ 16 / 9 ] Key Immediately recalls channel 16 from any channel location. Holding down this key recalls channel 9. Pressing the [ 16/9 ] key again reverts to the previous selected working channel. Secondary use Press and hold the [ 16/9 ] key then press the [ WX ] key to switch the Channel Group. [ WX ] Key Immediately recall[...]

GX3000S 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 [...]

Page 21 GX3000S ANTENNA JACK Connects an antenna to the transceiver . Use a marine VHF antenna with an impedance of 50 ohms. REMOTE MIC CONNECTORS Connects the GX3000S to the enhanced RAM+ MIC (Remote Access Mi- crophone) or the VH-310 Handset. Refer to section “ 13 ENHANCED RAM+ MIC OPERA TION ” or “ 14 VH-310 HEADSET OPERA TION ” for det [...]

GX3000S 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 GX3000S ), or P A mode, it activates the GX3000S microphone for voice communications. MICROPHONE T ransmits the voice message with reduction of backgrou[...]

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GX3000S Page 24 10 BASIC OPERA TION 10.1 RECEPTION 1. After the transceiver has been installed, ensure that the power supply and antenna are properly connected. 2. Press and hold the VOL/PWR knob until the radio turns on. 3. Turn the SQL knob fully counterclockwise. This st ate is known as “squelch off”. 4. T urn up the VOL knob until noise or [...]

Page 25 GX3000S 10.4 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE Refer to the VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART (page 89) 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[...]

GX3000S 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 GX3000S 10.8 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 U.S. and Canadian Coast Gua[...]

GX3000S 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 GX3000S 10.12 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 . “Pri- ority scan” scans the channels programmed in memory with the priority chan- nel. 10.12.1 Selecting the Scan T ype 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key [...]

GX3000S Page 30 10.12.3 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 “ 12.6 PRIORITY CHANNEL SET .” 1. Adjust the SQL knob until background noise disappears. 2. Select a des[...]

Page 31 GX3000S 10.13 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 t[...]

GX3000S 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 . 10.14 NA VIGA TION INDICA TION The transceiver has the ability to display T ime, SOG , CO[...]

Page 33 GX3000S ( Second Station Mic’s PTT switch is pressed ) ( GX3000S ’s PTT switch is pressed ) 10.15.1 Communication 1. Press and hold the [ DW ( IC )] key , the mode is changed to “INTERCOM” mode. 2. If your GX3000S is equipped with two CMP25 RAM+ Mic’s (or VH-310 Handset), select the comp anion you wish to communicate ( Ram1 , Ram2[...]

GX3000S Page 34 10.16 VOICE SCRAMBLER If privacy of communications is desired, a CVS2500 voice scrambler (VS) can be installed in the transceiver . Cont act your Dealer to have a CVS2500 inst alled. Refer to the section 12.1 1 VOICE SCRAMBLER to program the voice scram- bler . 1. Turn on the transceiver . 2. Select a channel that was programmed for[...]

Page 35 GX3000S 1 1 DIGIT AL SELECTIVE CALLING 1 1.1 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 syste[...]

GX3000S Page 36 1 1.2 MARITIME MOBILE SERVICE IDENTITY (MMSI) 1 1.2.1 What is an MMSI? An MMSI is a nine digit number used on Marine Transceivers capable of using Digital Selective Calling (DSC). This number is used like a telephone number to selectively call other vessels. THIS NUMBER MUST BE PROGRAMMED INTO THE RADIO T O OPERA TE THE GX3000S DSC [...]

Page 37 GX3000S 1 1.3 DSC DISTRESS CALL The GX3000S is capable of transmitting and receiving DSC Distress messages to all DSC radios. The GX3000S may be connected to a GPS to also transmit the Latitude, Longitude of the vessel. 1 1.3.1 T ransmitting a DSC Distress Call NOTE T o be able to transmit a DSC distress call an MMSI number must be programm[...]

GX3000S Page 38 T ransmitting a DSC Distress Call with Nature of Distress The GX3000S is capable of transmitting a DSC Distress Call with the following “Nature of Distress” categories: Undesignated, Fire, Flooding, Collision, Grounding, Capsizing, Sinking, Adrift, Abandoning, Piracy , MOB 1. Lift the red spring loaded DISTRESS cover and press t[...]

Page 39 GX3000S 1 1.3.2 Receiving a DSC Distress Call 1. When a DSC Distress call is received, an emergency 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 d[...]

GX3000S Page 40 1 1.4.1 T ransmitting an All Ship s Call 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key . The “ DSC Operation ” menu will appear . 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ All Ships .” 3. Press the [ ENT ] key . (T o cancel, turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ Exit .”) 4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the call [...]

Page 41 GX3000S 1 1.5 INDIVIDUAL CALL This feature allows the GX3000S 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 statio[...]

GX3000S Page 42 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 ] key . 13. T o enter another individual address, repeat steps 4 through 12. 14. [...]

Page 43 GX3000S 1 1.5.3 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 ” menu appear . 2 . Turn the CHANNEL se[...]

GX3000S Page 44 1 1.5.4 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 ” menu will appear . 2 . T urn the CHANNEL[...]

Page 45 GX3000S Manual Calling Y ou may enter an MMSI number manually to contact without the Setting up the Individual Directory . 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key . The “ DSC Operation ” menu will appear . 2 . T urn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ Indi- vidual .” (T o cancel, select “ Exit ” with the CHANNEL selector knob or pre[...]

GX3000S Page 46 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. 1 1.5.5 Receiving an Individual Call When the GX3000S receives a individual call, by default the GX3000S auto- matically transmits a acknowledgement before switching to the reques[...]

Page 47 GX3000S 1 1.6.2 Reviewing Received Calls Logged into the Call W aiting Directory 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key . The “ DSC Operation ” menu will appear . 2. T urn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ DSC Log ” menu. 3. Press the [ ENT ] key , then turn the CHANNEL selec- tor knob to select the category (“ Distress ” or “ [...]

GX3000S Page 48 1 1.7 GROUP CALL This feature allows the user to contact a group of specific vessels (example members of a yacht club) using DSC radios with Group call function to auto- matically switch to a desired channel for voice communications. 1 1.7.1 Setting up a Group Call For this function to operate the same Group MMSI must be programmed [...]

Page 49 GX3000S 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.[...]

GX3000S Page 50 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 ” menu will appear . 2. T urn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ Group .” (T o cancel, select “ Exit ” with the CHANNEL selector knob or press [ 1[...]

Page 51 GX3000S 1 1.7.3 Receiving a Group Call 1. When a group call is received, the GX3000S 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 [...]

GX3000S Page 52 1 1.8 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 GX3000S . S tandard Horizon has t aken this feature one step further , if any S tandard Hori- zon GPS is connected to the GX3000S , the polled position of the vessel is sh[...]

Page 53 GX3000S The GX3000S has the cap ability to turn off the Position Request ringer . 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup ” menu appears. 2 . Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ DSC Setup ” menu. 3. Press the [ ENT ] key , then select “ DSC Beep ” with the CHANNEL selector knob. 4. Press the [ [...]

GX3000S Page 54 NOTE If the GX3000S 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 ” menu will appear in t[...]

Page 55 GX3000S 1 1.8.3 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 differs depending on “ POS Reply ” in the “ DSC Setup ” menu setting. Automatically reply: 1. When a position request cal[...]

GX3000S Page 56 1 1.9 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. Y our vessel must have an operating GPS receiver connected for the GX3000S to send the position. 1 1.9.1 Setting up a Position Send Ringer The [...]

Page 57 GX3000S Manual Calling 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key . The “ DSC Operation ” menu will appear in the display . 2. T urn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the “ POS Send .” 3. Press [ ENT ] key to show the Position Send directory . This directory uses the INDIVIDUAL Directory infor- mation. 4. T urn the CHANNEL selector knob to[...]

GX3000S Page 58 1 1.10 MANUAL INPUTTING GPS LOCA TION ( LA T/LON ) Y ou may send the Latitude/Longitude of your vessel manually even if the GX3000S 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 [...]

Page 59 GX3000S 12 RADIO SETUP NOTE The optional CMP25 RAM+ mic and VH-310 Handset can also change the RADIO SETUP menu. Refer to p age 68 (RAM+ mic) and page 74 ( VH-310 ) for details. 12.1 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 ” menu appe[...]

GX3000S Page 60 12.3 TIME OFFSET From the Factory the GX3000S 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 ” menu appears. 2. Press the [ ENT ] key , then select “ Time Set ” in the “ Radio Setup ” menu with the CHAN[...]

Page 61 GX3000S 12.4 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 press and holding the [ H/L ( NA V )] key . 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup ” menu appears. 2. Press the [ ENT ] key[...]

GX3000S Page 62 12.6 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 ” menu appears. 2. Press the [ ENT ] key , then select “ Priority CH ” in the “ Radio Setup ” menu with the CHANNEL selector knob. 3. Press the [ ENT ] key [...]

Page 63 GX3000S 12.8 SCAN RESUME TIME This selection is used to select the time the GX3000S waits after a transmis- sion ends before starting scanning. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup ” menu appears. 2. Press the [ ENT ] key , then select “ SCAN Resume ” in the “ Radio Setup ” menu with the CHANNEL se[...]

GX3000S Page 64 12.10 WX ALERT This selection allows the radios NOAA W eather alert to be turned off. Default setting is ON. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup ” menu appears. 2. Press the [ ENT ] key , then select “ WX Alert ” in the “ Radio Setup ” menu with the CHANNEL selector knob. 3. Press the [ EN[...]

Page 65 GX3000S 12.12 CHANNEL NAME CHANGE This selection allows you to customize the name of a channel from the default name. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup ” menu appears. 2. Press the [ ENT ] key , then select “ CH Name ” in the “ Radio Setup ” menu with the CHANNEL selector knob. 3. Press the [ EN[...]

GX3000S Page 66 12.13 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 ” menu appears. 2. Press the [ ENT ] key ,[...]

Page 67 GX3000S 12.14 FOG ALERT TONE FREQUENCY This selection allows you to select the Alert T one Frequency for the P A/FOG Operation. A vailable 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 ” menu appears. 2. Pr[...]

GX3000S Page 68 13 ENHANCED RAM+ MIC OPERA TION When the RAM+ microphone is connected to the GX3000S , most VHF , DSC, and setup menus can be remotely operated. The RAM+ Mic is supplied with 23 feet (7 m) of routing cable and can be extended up to 70 feet (21 m) using three 23 feet extension cables model CT -100 . The intercom operation can be used[...]

Page 69 GX3000S 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[...]

GX3000S Page 70 [ DW ] 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 ] 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 and Time fro[...]

Page 71 GX3000S 13.2.2 Operating the FOG Horn The GX3000S is capable of sending Underway , S top, Sail, T ow , Horn, Siren, Aground and Anchor signals. 1. Press and hold the [ NA V ] key then select “ FOG ” with the [  ] or [  ] key . 2. Press the [ CALL/SET ] key . 3. Select the one of the eight functions described above with the [  ][...]

GX3000S Page 72 13.4 DSC/RADIO SETUP MODE The RAM+ can access the DSC / RADIO setup menu (refer to section “ 11 DIGIT AL SELECTIVE CALLING ” and section “ 12 RADIO SETUP MODE ” for details). The LAMP , CONTRAST , and KEY BEEP menu item accessed from the RAM+ only controls the RAM+’s display and speaker . DSC/RADIO Setup mode from the RAM+[...]

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GX3000S Page 74 14 VH-310 HANDSET OPERA TION When the VH-310 HANDSET is connected to the GX3000S , most VHF , DSC, and setup menus can be remotely operated. The VH-310 HANDSET is supplied with 23 feet (7 m) of routing cable and can be extended up to 70 feet (21 m) using three 23 feet extension cables model CT -100 . The intercom operation can be us[...]

Page 75 GX3000S [ SQL ] key Activates the squelch adjusting mode. Press this key to activate the squelch adjusting mode. Press the [  ] or [  ] 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 [...]

GX3000S Page 76 KEYP AD [ 1 ( DIM )] key When in radio mode, this key is used to directly select channel digit “1” in a channel number . Secondary use Press the [ F ] key first then press the [ 1 ( DIM )] key to access the LCD Dimmer menu. Refer to section “ 12.1 LAMP ADJUSTING ” for details. [ 2 ( MEM )] Key When in radio mode, this key is[...]

Page 77 GX3000S [ 6 ( NA V )] Key When in radio mode, this key is used to directly select channel digit “6” in a channel number . Secondary use Press the [ F ] key first then press the [ 6 ( NA V )] key , the LCD will display NA V GPS Data, Time, SOG (S peed Over Ground), and COG (Course Over Ground) when a GPS is connected to the accessory cab[...]

GX3000S Page 78 14.2 P A/FOG OPERA TION The VH-310 Handset is capable of controlling the 30W Public address, 4 fog horns, bells and whistles. 14.2.1 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[...]

Page 79 GX3000S ( VH-310 ’s PTT switch is pressed ) ( GX3000S ’s PTT switch is pressed ) 14.3 INTERCOM OPERA TION 14.3.1 Communication 1. Press the [ F ] key followed by the [ 5 ( IC )] key , the mode is changed to “IN- TERCOM” mode. 2. When the “INTERCOM” operation is activated, “ IC ” is dis- played on the VH-310 Handset (and RAM+[...]

GX3000S Page 80 14.4 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 GX3000S 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 81 GX3000S 14.5 DSC/RADIO SETUP MODE The VH-310 Handset can access the DSC / RADIO setup menu (refer to sec- tion “ 1 1 DIGIT AL SELECTIVE CALLING ” and section “ 12 RADIO SETUP MODE ” for details). The CONTRAST , NAV DISPLAY , KEY BEEP , and AF SE- LECT menu item accessed from the VH-310 Handset only controls the VH-310 Handset’s di[...]

GX3000S Page 82 14.5.1 Changing GPS Information to V essel position or COG Allows customizing 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 un[...]

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GX3000S Page 84 15 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 will prevent damage to the transceiver . • Keep the microphone connected or the jack covered at all times to prevent corrosion of electrical contact s; • Never ke[...]

Page 85 GX3000S 15.2 F ACTOR Y SER VICE In the unlikely event that the radio fails to perform or needs servicing, please contact the following: St andard Horizon Attention Marine Rep air Department 10900 W alker S treet, Cypress, CA 90630 T elephone (800) 366-4566 An “RA” Return Authorization number is not necessary to send a product in for ser[...]

GX3000S Page 86 SYMPTOM Transceiver fails to power up. Transceiver blows fuse when connected to power supply . Popping or whining noise from the speaker while engine runs. Sound is not emitted from the internal or ex- ternal speaker . Receiving station re- port low transmit power , even with trans- ceiver set to HI power . “HI BA TTERY” or “L[...]

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GX3000S Page 88 16 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 89 GX3000S 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)[...]

GX3000S Page 90 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) 23A X S 157.150 U.S. Government Only 24 X X X D 157.200 161.800 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 25 X X X D 157.250 161.850 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 26 X X X D 157.300 161.900 Public Correspo[...]

Page 91 GX3000S 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[...]

GX3000S Page 92 Noncommercial 68 17 156.425 156.425 09 16 156.450 156.450 69 156.475 156.475 71 156.575 156.575 72 156.625 ........ Intership only . 78A 156.925 156.925 79A 156.975 156.975 Great Lakes only . 80A 157.025 157.025 Do. 67 14 156.375 ....... Internship only . Distress, Safety and Calling 16 156.800 156.800 EPRIB Intership Safety 06 156.[...]

Page 93 GX3000S 4: Use of 156.875 MHz is limited to communications with pilot s 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 commu- nications. These frequencies are available between coast and ship on a secondary basis when [...]

GX3000S Page 94 17 W ARRANTY Marine Products Limited W arranty ST ANDARD HORIZON (a division of V ertex S tandard) warrants, to the original purchaser only , each new Marine Communications Product (“Product”) manu- factured and/or supplied by ST ANDARD HORIZON against defects in materi- als and workmanship under normal use and service for a per[...]

Page 95 GX3000S ST ANDARD HORIZON will not warrant installation, maintenance or service of the Products. In all inst ances, ST ANDARD 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 S tates of the United S tates of America and the District of C[...]

GX3000S Page 96 ONL Y PRODUCTS SOLD ON OR AFTER JANUARY 1, 1991 ARE COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED W ARRANTY . ON-LINE W ARRANTY REGISTRA TION THANK YOU for buying Marine Division of V ertex S tandard products! We are confident your new radio will serve your needs for many years! Please visit w ww .st andardhorizon.com to register the GX30[...]

Page 97 GX3000S 18 SPECIFICA TIONS Performance specifications are nominal, unless otherwise indicated, and are subject to change without notice. 18.1 GENERAL Channels ............................................................. All USA, International and Canadian Input V oltage ......................................................................[...]

GX3000S Page 98 19 APPENDIX FOG HORN TIMING CHART The fog horn function sounds a horn repeatedly until the function is turned off. TYPE P A TTERN USAGE 120s Listen Back 5s 5s 2s 2s 120s Listen Back 1s 1s 1s 1s 2s 2s 2s 2s 120s Listen Bac k 1s 1s 1s 1s 1s 1s 2s 2s 2s 2s 2s 2s 120s Listen Bac k 60s Listen Back 60s Listen Back UNDERW A Y STOP SAIL TOW[...]

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GX3000S Page 100 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. Marine Division of VERTEX STANDARD US Headquarters 10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A. www.standardhorizon.com EM014N101[...]