Standard Horizon Gx5500s manual

Page 1 GX5500S QU ANTUM GX5500S 25 W att VHF/FM Marine T ransceiver Owner's Manual z Commercial Grade ITU Class D DSC T ransceiver z Superior Receiver Performance (80 dB rejection) z 30W Loud Hailer complete with Listen Back and 4 Fog Horns, Bells,and Whistle z 2.2 inch Internal S peaker Produces Clear Load Audio z 2.58 x 1.28 inch Dot Matrix [...]

GX5500S Page 2 T ABLE OF CONTENTS 1 GENERAL INFORMA TION ........................................................................................................... ............ 4 1.1 INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................... 4 2 P ACKING LIST ............[...]

Page 3 GX5500S 1 1. 5 INDIVIDUAL CALL ........................................................................................................... ......... 41 1 1.5.1 Setting up the Individual / Position Call Directory ................................................. 41 1 1.5.2 Setting up Individual Reply ..........................................[...]

GX5500S Page 4 1 GENERAL INFORMA TION 1.1 INTRODUCTION The ST ANDARD HORIZON GX5500S is a VHF/FM Marine T ransceiver de- signed for use in the frequency range of 156.025 to 163.275 MHz. The GX5500S can be operated from 1 1 to 16 VDC and has a switchable RF output power of 1 watt or 25 watts. The GX5500S is capable of DSC (Digital Selective Calling)[...]

Page 5 GX5500S 3 OPTIONS MMB-84 ......................................................................... Flush-Mount Bracket CMP25B/W ............... Remote-Access Microphone (RAM+ Mic, Black/White) VH-310 .................................................. Remote Handset (available in Black) CT -100 ............................................... [...]

GX5500S Page 6 5 FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMA TION S tandard Horizon radios comply with the Federal Communication Commis- sion (FCC) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service. 5.1 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. H[...]

Page 7 GX5500S 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 ST ANDARD 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. Th[...]

GX5500S 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 GX5500S 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 p anel controls • allows connection to a power source and an antenna • has nearby s[...]

GX5500S Page 10 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 3.3 for connections. 4. It is advisable to have a Certified Marine T echnician check the power out- put and the standing wave ratio of the anten[...]

Page 11 GX5500S • The GPS must have the NMEA Output turned on and set to 4800 Baud in the setup menu. If there is a selection for parity select none. • For further information on interfacing /setting up your GPS. Please contact the manufacturer of the GPS receiver . • GX5500S can read NMEA-0183 version 2.0 or higher . • The NMEA supported s[...]

GX5500S Page 12 O FFSET T IME T ABLE 8.4 CHECKING GPS CONNECTIONS After connections have been made between the GX5500S and the GPS, a small satellite icon will appear on the top right corner of the LCD display . T o see additional GPS information press and hold the [ H/L ( NA V )] key until the GX5500S shows the SOG and COG . 8.5 CHANGING THE GPS T[...]

Page 13 GX5500S 8.6 CHANGING THE TIME LOCA TION Set the radio show UTC time or local time with the offset inputted in section 8.5 CHANGING THE GPS TIME. 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 Display Time [...]

GX5500S Page 14 8.8 TREBLE AND BASE AUDIO TONE CONTROL Allows the treble and bass of the speaker audio to be adjusted for the best acoustics in noisy environments. The ef fect 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 Ra[...]

Page 15 GX5500S Figure 2. MMB-84 Flush Mount Installation 8.9 OPTIONAL MMB-84 FLUSH MOUNT INST ALLA TION 1. Make a rectangular template for the flush mount measuring 2.9” H x 8.1” W (72 x 205 mm). 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-[...]

GX5500S Page 16 8.10 OPTIONAL CMP25 ENHANCED RAM+ SECOND ST A TION MIC OR VH-310 HANDSET INST ALLA TION The GX5500S is capable of using a CMP25 Enhanced RAM+ mic or VH-310 Handset to remotely control the Radio, DSC and P A/Fog functions. In addition the GX5500S can operate as a full function intercom system. 1. Connect the Extension Cable to the Re[...]

Page 17 GX5500S 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 ( SET ) MENU ] key . 2. Press the [ S ] or [ T ] key to sel[...]

GX5500S Page 18 9 CONTROLS AND INDICA TORS NOTE This section defines each control of the transceiver . See Figure 4 for location of controls. For det ailed operating instructions refer to chapter 10 of this manual. 9.1 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS VOLUME CONTROL ( VOL/PWR ) Adjusting this control clockwise, increases the audio volume level. Secondary U[...]

Page 19 GX5500S DISTRESS PULL OPEN -/* JKL Figure 4. Controls and Connectors[...]

GX5500S Page 20 [ H/L ] Key Press the [ H/L ] key to toggles between 25 W (High) and 1 W (Low) power . When the [ H/L ] key is pressed while the transceiver is on chan- nel 13 or 67, the power will temporarily switch from LO to HI power until the PTT is released. The [ H/L ] key does not function on transmit inhib- ited and low power only channels.[...]

Page 21 GX5500S [ 4 ( DW )] Key When in radio mode, this key is used to directly select channel digit “4” in a channel number . Secondary use Press the [ F ] key first then press the [ 4 ( DW )] key , scan for voice com- munications on the priority channel and another selected channel until a signal is received on either channel (Dual W atch). [...]

GX5500S Page 22 [ 9 ( FOG )] Key When in radio mode, this key is used to directly select channel digit “9” in a channel number . Secondary use Press the [ F ] key first then press the [ 9 ( FOG )] key , available to operate the Fog Horn function. Refer to section “ 10.14 P A/FOG OPERA TION ” for details. [ 0 ] Key When in radio mode, this k[...]

Page 23 GX5500S ACCESSOR Y CONNECTION CABLE Connects the GX5500S to a GPS, a P A speaker , and an external speaker . See section “ 3 OPTIONS ” for a list of optional ST ANDARD HORIZON S peakers. DC INPUT CABLE Connects the radio to a DC power supply cap able of delivering 12 to 16V DC. FRONT P ANEL REMOTE MIC Connector Connects the supplied Han[...]

GX5500S Page 24 10 BASIC OPERA TION 10.1 PROHIBITED COMMUNICA TIONS 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; • T ransmission while on land; • Obscene, indecent, or profane language (pot[...]

Page 25 GX5500S 10.3 TRANSMISSION 1. Perform step s 1 through 6 of RECEPTION. 2. Before transmitting, monitor the channel to ensure it is clear . THIS IS AN FCC REQUIREMENT! 3. Press the PTT (push-to-talk) switch. The “ ” indicator on the LCD is displayed. 4. S peak slowly and clearly into the microphone. 5. When the transmission is finished, r[...]

GX5500S Page 26 10.7 NOAA WEA THER CHANNELS 1. T o receive a NOAA weather channel, press the [ WX ] key from any chan- nel. The transceiver will go to the last selected weather channel. 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob on the radio or [ UP ( S )] / [ DOWN ( T )] keys on the microphone to select a different NOAA weather channel. 3. T o exit from th[...]

Page 27 GX5500S 10.8 EMERGENCY ( CHANNEL 16 USE ) Channel 16 is known as the Hail and Distress Channel. An emergency may be defined as a threat to life or property . In such instances, be sure the transceiver is on and set to CHANNEL 16. Then use the following procedure: 1. Press the microphone push-to-talk switch and say “ Mayday , Mayday , May-[...]

GX5500S Page 28 traffic, and then go back to either channel 16 or 9 for your initial cont act. When the hailing channel (16 or 9) is clear , state the name of the other vessel you wish to call and then “this is ” followed by the name of your vessel and your S tation License (Call Sign). When the other vessel returns your call, im- mediately req[...]

Page 29 GX5500S 10.12 DUAL W A TCH ( TO CH16 ) 1. Adjust the SQL knob until the background noise disappears. 2. Select the channel you wish to dual watch to CH16. 3. Press the [ F ] key followed by the [ 4 ( DW )] key . The display will scan be- tween CH16 and the channel that was selected in step 2. If a transmission is received on the channel sel[...]

GX5500S Page 30 5 . T o start scanning, press the [ F ] key followed by the [ 3 ( SCAN )] key , “ M-SCAN M-SCAN M-SCAN M-SCAN M-SCAN ” appears on the LCD. Scanning will pro- ceed from the lowest to the highest programmed channel number and will stop on a channel when a transmission is received. 6. The channel number will blink during reception.[...]

Page 31 GX5500S 10.14 P A/FOG OPERA TION The GX5500S has a 30W Hailer built-in and can be used with any 4 Ohm P A Horns. S tandard Horizon offers a small and a large P A horn called the 220SW and 240SW . When in Hail mode the P A speaker Listen’s Back (acts as a mi- crophone and sends sound to the front panel speaker and the speaker mic) through [...]

GX5500S Page 32 10.14.2 Operating the FOG HORN mode Operator can select from Underway , S top, Sail, T ow , Aground, Anchor , Horn and Siren. Refer to the Fog Horn T iming Chart on the next page. 1. Press the [ F ] key followed by the [ 9 ( FOG )] key . 2. T urn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the one of the eight functions described above. 3. [...]

Page 33 GX5500S TYPE P A TTERN USAGE 120s Lis ten Back 5s 5s 2s 2s 120s Lis ten Back 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 Back 60s Lis ten Back UNDERW A Y STOP SAIL TOW AGROUND ANCHOR One 5-second rings every 60 seconds. One 5-second blasts every 120 seconds. T wo 5-second bla[...]

GX5500S Page 34 10.17 INTERCOM OPERA TION Connecting a CMP25 RAM+ or VH-310 Handset to the GX5500S allows inter- com communications. Refer to section “ 13.2 INTERCOM OPERA TION ” for CMP25 RAM+ Microphone or section “ 14.2 INTERCOM OPERA TION ” for VH- 310 Handset. 10.17.1 Communication 1. Press and hold the [ 5 ( IC )] key while in the “[...]

Page 35 GX5500S 10.17.2 Calling Hold down the [ 5 ( IC )] key when the “Intercom” mode is activated to send a calling beep to the RAM+ or VH-310 remote mic. NOTE When both RAM+ microphones (or VH-310 Hand- sets) are set to intercom mode, the GX5500S will be temporarily disabled until the remote mics exit the intercom mode. 10.18 VOICE SCRAMBLER[...]

GX5500S Page 36 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[...]

Page 37 GX5500S THIS NUMBER MUST BE PROGRAMMED INTO THE RADIO T O OPERA TE THE GX5500S DSC FUCTIONS. How can I obtain an MMSI assignment? In the USA, visit the following websites to register: http://www .boatus.com/mmsi/ or www .seatow .com/boatingsafety/mmsiinfo.htm. In the Canada, visit http://strategis.ic.gc.ca/epic/site/smt-gst.nsf/vwapj/cpc_23[...]

GX5500S Page 38 1 1.3 DSC DISTRESS CALL The GX5500S is capable of transmitting and receiving DSC Distress mes- sages to all DSC radios. The GX5500S 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 progra[...]

Page 39 GX5500S T ransmitting a DSC Distress Alert with Nature of Distress The GX5500S is cap able of transmitting a DSC Distress Alert with the follow- ing “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 p[...]

GX5500S Page 40 Cancel a DSC Distress Call If a DSC Distress call was sent by error the GX5500S allows you to send a message to other vessels to cancel the Distress Call that was made in error . Press the [ CLR ] key , then press the [ ENT ] key . 1 1.3.2 Receiving a DSC Distress Call 1. When a DSC Distress call is received, an emergency alarm soun[...]

Page 41 GX5500S 1 1.4.1 T ransmitting an All Ship s Call 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key . The “ DSC Call DSC Call DSC Call DSC Call DSC Call Menu Menu Menu Menu Menu ” will appear . 2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ All All All All All Ships Ships Ships Ships Ships .” 3 . Press the [ ENT ] key . (T o cancel, turn the CHANNEL [...]

GX5500S Page 42 of the persons you wish to call, similar to a cellular phones telephone directory . 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 Setup DSC Setup DSC Setup DSC Setup DSC Setup ” menu. 3. Pr[...]

Page 43 GX5500S 1 1.5.2 Setting up Individual Reply Allows setting up the radio to automatically (default setting) or manually re- spond 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[...]

GX5500S Page 44 The GX5500S has the capability to turn of f the Individual call 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 Setup DSC Setup DSC Setup DSC Setup DSC Setup ” menu. 3. Press the [ E[...]

Page 45 GX5500S 7. When an individual call acknowledgment is re- ceived, the established channel is automatically changed to the channel which is selected on step 5 above and a ringing tone sounds. 8. Press [ CLR ] 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 com- municat[...]

GX5500S Page 46 1 1.5.5 Receiving an Individual Call When receiving an individual call, an acknowledgment must be sent back to the calling station. The GX5500S default setting is Automatic, but has a selection that allows you to manually send a reply before the radio will switch to the re- quested calling channel. This selection is useful if you wa[...]

Page 47 GX5500S 1 1 .6.2 Reviewing Received Calls Logged into the Call W aiting Directory 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key . The “ DSC Call DSC Call DSC Call DSC Call DSC Call Menu Menu Menu Menu Menu ” will appear . 2. T urn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ DSC Log DSC Log DSC Log DSC Log DSC Log ” menu. 3. Press the [ ENT ] key , th[...]

GX5500S 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 Setup a Group Call For this function to operate the same Group MMSI must be programmed into [...]

Page 49 GX5500S tity Number) number entry . 10. Enter the desired number by the keypad. If a mis- take was made entering in the MMSI number re- peat pressing the [ H/L ] key until the wrong number is selected, then enter the correct number . 1 1. T o store the data entered, press and hold the [ ENT ] key . 1 2. T o enter another group address, repe[...]

GX5500S Page 50 Manual Calling Y ou may enter a Group MMSI number manually to cont act without the Setting up a Group call number . 1. Press the [ CALL ( MENU )] key . The “ DSC Call DSC Call DSC Call DSC Call DSC Call Menu Menu Menu Menu Menu ” will appear . 2. T urn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ Group Group Group Group Group .” (T[...]

Page 51 GX5500S 5. If you want to respond, monitor the channel to make sure it is clear , then press the PTT on the mic and talk to the calling ship(s). NOTE After a Group call is received, the time the call was made and the ship s MMSI or vessels name will appear on the LCD. 1 1.8 POSITION REQUEST Advancements in DSC have made it possible to poll [...]

GX5500S Page 52 6. Press the [ ENT ] key to store the selected setting. 7. Press the [ CLR ] key twice to return to the “ Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio Setup Setup Setup Setup Setup ” menu, then press the [ CLR ] key again to re- turn to radio operation. 1 1.8.2 T ransmitting a Position Request to Another V essel Pre-Programmable Request 1. Pre[...]

Page 53 GX5500S 4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the “ Manual Manual Manual Manual Manual ,” then press the [ ENT ] key . 5. Enter the MMSI number (nine digits) which you want to contact by the keyp ad, then press the [ ENT ] key . 6. If a mistake was made entering in the MMSI number repeat pressing the [ H/L ] key until the wrong nu[...]

GX5500S Page 54 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 another vessel. Y our vessel must have an operating GPS receiver connected for the GX5500S to send the position. NOTE T o transmit a Position Send Call, you must[...]

Page 55 GX5500S tory .” This directory uses the “Individual Direc- tory” information. 4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select a name in the directory , then press the [ ENT ] key . 5. Press the [ ENT ] key again to send your posi- tion to the selected vessel. 6. Press the [ CLR ] key twice to return to the “ Ra- Ra- Ra- Ra- Ra- dio Setu[...]

GX5500S Page 56 1 1.9.3 Receiving a DSC Position Send Call When another vessel transmits their vessels location to the GX5500S the fol- lowing will happen: 1. A ringing sound will be produced when the call is received. 2. Press any key to stop ringing. 3. The position from the vessel sending it's position will be shown on the display of the ra[...]

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GX5500S Page 58 12 RADIO SETUP NOTE The optional CMP25 RAM+ mic and VH-310 Handset can also change the SETUP menu. Refer to p age 75 ( CMP25 ) and p age 85 ( VH-310 ) for details. 12.1 LCD CONTRAST Due to varying mounting (overhead or below) this selection sets up the display for best viewability . 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key un[...]

Page 59 GX5500S 12.2 TIME OFFSET Sets the time of fset between local time and UTC shown on the display . T ime is displayed when the GPS unit (not supplied) is connected. 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 “ [...]

GX5500S Page 60 12.3 TIME DISPLA Y Allows the time shown on the display to be shown in local or UTC time. T ime is displayed when the optional GPS unit is connected. 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 [...]

Page 61 GX5500S 12.5 TRUE MAGNETIC CHANGE ( NA V DISPLA Y ) This selection allows customizing the GPS COG (Course Over Ground) dis- played on the LCD to be in T rue or Magnetic. 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 sele[...]

GX5500S Page 62 12.7 SCAN TYPE This selection is used to select the scan mode between “Memory Scan” and “Priority Scan.” 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 Type SCAN Type SCAN Type SCAN Type SC[...]

Page 63 GX5500S 12.9 KEY BEEP This selection is used to select the beep tone volume level when a key is pressed. 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 “ Key Beep Key Beep Key Beep Key Beep Key Beep ” in the ?[...]

GX5500S Page 64 12.1 1 CHANNEL NAMING This selection allows you to customize the name of a channel from the default name. Example : CH69 PLEASURE to HOOKUP 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[...]

Page 65 GX5500S 12.12 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 microphone. Example: “RADIO - Cabin,” “RAM1 - Flybridge.” 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup Radio Setup ” menu appears.[...]

GX5500S Page 66 12.13 TREBLE AND BASS AUDIO TONE CONTROL Allows the treble and bass of the speaker audio to be adjusted for best listen- ing in noisy environments. The ef fect 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 Ra[...]

Page 67 GX5500S 12.15 CALENDAR SETUP Calendar Menu The GX5500S has a built in clock to remember date, time, latitude and longi- tude. Connecting a GPS to the GX5500S is very important as it not only will be used to update the calendar automatically and also when a DSC Distress call is transmitted will send your vessels location to other vessels to [...]

GX5500S Page 68 Examples : NOTE If you are west of UTC time you will add the offset to your time. If you are East of UTC time you will subtract the offset from your time. 1. Press and hold the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ Radio Radio Radio Radio Radio Setup Setup Setup Setup Setup ” menu is shown. 2. Press the [ ENT ] key 3. Select “ Calendar[...]

Page 69 GX5500S 1 2. T urn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the method of the time adjustment between “ Automatic Automatic Automatic Automatic Automatic ” and “ Manual Manual Manual Manual Manual .” 13. Press the [ ENT ] key to store the selected setting. 14. T o exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the [ 16/9 ] key .[...]

GX5500S Page 70 13 ENHANCED RAM+ MIC OPERA TION When the RAM+ microphone is connected to the GX5500S , most VHF , DSC, setup menus and P A modes can be remotely operated. The RAM+ Mic sup- plied 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 opera- tion [...]

Page 71 GX5500S POWER SWITCH ( PWR ) Press and hold down this key to turn to the transceiver and RAM+ Mic on or 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 pow[...]

GX5500S 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 to show GPS position data (Lat/Lon[...]

Page 73 GX5500S RECEIVED ACK: acknowledgment signal is received. RECEIVED RL Y : relay signal is received from another vessel or coast station. 6. T o cancel the DSC distress alarm signal from the speaker , press any key . 13.2 INTERCOM OPERA TION 13.2.1 Communication 1. Press and hold the [ DW ( IC )] key while in the “RADIO” mode, the mode is[...]

GX5500S Page 74 13.3 P A/FOG OPERA TION When the RAM+ is connected to the GX5500S it is capable of controlling the 30W Public address, 4 fog horns, bells, and whistles. NOTE When in P A or FOG mode the GX5500S will receive on the last selected VHF channel before entering into the P A or FOG mode and receive DSC calls. 13.3.1 Operating the P A / Hai[...]

Page 75 GX5500S Key , then press the [ S ] or [ T ] key to the desired listen back volume. T o exit from the FOG or other signaling mode, press the [ 16/9 ] , [ WX ] , or [ CALL/SET ] key . 13.4 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 when the GX5500S is not c[...]

GX5500S Page 76 13.5 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). However , the LAMP , CONTRAST , and KEY BEEP menu item which is accessed from the RAM+ only controls the RAM+’ s display and speaker . DSC/RADIO Setu[...]

Page 77 GX5500S 13.5.1 Lat/Lon or Time and SOG Display Factory default is “Y our V essel’s Current Position,” however , following the step s below the GPS Information can be changed to “Course Over Ground (COG).” 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( SET ) MENU ] key until “ RA- RA- RA- RA- RA- DIO SETUP DIO SETUP DIO SETUP DIO SETUP DIO [...]

GX5500S Page 78 14 VH-310 HANDSET OPERA TION When the VH-310 HANDSET is connected to the GX5500S , 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 GX5500S [ SQL ] key Activates the squelch adjusting mode. Press this key to activate the squelch 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,” “GR[...]

GX5500S Page 80 KEYP AD [ 1 ( DIM )] key When in radio mode, this key is used to directly select 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 “ 10.16 LCD DIMMER ” for det ails. [ 2 ( MEM )] Key When in radio mode, this key is used to d[...]

Page 81 GX5500S [ 6 ( NA V )] Key When in radio mode, this key is used to directly select 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, T ime, SOG (S peed Over Ground), and COG (Course Over Ground) when a GPS is connected to the accessory cable of t[...]

GX5500S Page 82 [ CLR ] Key Press the [ CLR ] key to cancel the menu selection and/or keypad entry . [ ENT ] Key Press the [ ENT ] key to enter the menu selection and/or keypad entry . 14.2 INTERCOM OPERA TION 14.2.1 Communication 1. Press the [ F ] key followed by the [ 5 ( IC )] key , the mode is changed to “IN- TERCOM” mode. 2. If your GX550[...]

Page 83 GX5500S 14.3 P A/FOG OPERA TION The VH-310 Handset is capable of controlling the 30W Public address, 4 fog horns, bells and whistles. NOTE When in P A or FOG mode the GX5500S will receive on the last selected VHF channel before entering into the P A or FOG mode and receive DSC calls. 14.3.1 Operating the P A / Hailer 1. Press the [ F ] key [...]

GX5500S Page 84 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 when the GX5500S is not connected the GPS receiver . After the position is entered, transmitting a DSC Distress, Position Request, or Position Send will contain the manually entered position. [...]

Page 85 GX5500S 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 CONTRAST CONTRAST CONTRAST CONTRAST , NAV DISPLAY NAV DISPLAY NAV DISPLAY NAV DISPLAY NAV DISPLAY , KEY BEEP KEY BEEP KEY BEE[...]

GX5500S Page 86 14.5.1 Changing the display to show Lat/Lon or Time and SOG Factory default is “Y our V essel’s Current Position,” however , following the step s below the GPS Information can be changed to “Course Over Ground (COG).” 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL ( MENU )] key until “ RADIO RADIO RADIO RADIO RADIO SETUP SETUP SETUP [...]

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GX5500S Page 88 15 MAINTENANCE The inherent quality of the solid-state component s used in this transceiver will provide many years of continuous use. T aking the following precautions will pre- vent damage to the transceiver . • Keep the microphone connected or the jack covered at all times to prevent corrosion of electrical contact s; • Never[...]

Page 89 GX5500S 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 . Sound is not emitted from the P A speaker. Receiving station re- ports low transmit power , even with trans- ceive[...]

GX5500S Page 90 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 foll[...]

Page 91 GX5500S 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)[...]

GX5500S 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 2 4 XXXD 157.200 161.800 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 2 5 XXXD 157.250 161.850 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 2 6 XXXD 157.300 161.900 Public Correspondenc[...]

Page 93 GX5500S VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CH U C I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE 75 X X S 156.775 Port Operations (Inter-ship only) (1W) 76 X 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[...]

GX5500S Page 94 1: 156.050 MHz and 156.175 MHz are available for port operations and commercial com- munications purposes when used only within the U.S. Coast Guard designated V essel T raffic 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 M[...]

Page 95 GX5500S 4: 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 com- munications. These frequencies are available between coast and ship on a secondary basis when u[...]

GX5500S Page 96 17 W ARRANTY Marine Products Limited W arranty ST ANDARD HORIZON (a division of VER TEX ST ANDARD) warrants, to the original purchaser only , each new Marine Communications Product (“Prod- uct”) manufactured and/or supplied by ST ANDARD HORIZON against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a perio[...]

Page 97 GX5500S reconditioned part s and subassemblies. Parts thus repaired or replaced are warranted for the balance of the original applicable warranty . 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[...]

GX5500S Page 98 Some states do not allow the exclusion or limit ation of incidental or conse- quential damages, or limitation on how long an implied warranty last s, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply . This warranty gives specific legal rights, and there may be other right s which may vary from state to st ate. ONL Y PRODUCTS SOL[...]

Page 99 GX5500S 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 ......................................................................... 13.8 VDC ?[...]

GX5500S Page 100 Copyright 2007 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 W alker S treet, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A. ww w . standardhorizon.com EM028N200[...]