Standard Horizon Matrix GX3000E owner manual Basic Operation, Reception, Transmission

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8 BASIC OPERATION

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.Turn the SQL knob fully counterclockwise. This state is known as “squelch off”.

4.Turn up the VOL knob until noise or audio from the speaker is at a comfort- able level.

5.Turn the SQL knob clockwise until the random noise disappears. This state is known as the “squelch threshold.”

6.Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the desired channel. Refer to the channel chart on page 85 for available channels.

7.When a message is received, adjust the volume to the desired listening

level. The “ ” indicator in the LCD is displayed indicating that the chan- nel is being used.

8.2 TRANSMISSION

1.Perform steps 1 through 6 of RECEPTION.

2.Before transmitting, monitor the channel to ensure it is clear.

3 Press the PTT (push-to-talk) switch. The “ ” indicator in the LCD is displayed.

4.Speak slowly and clearly into the microphone.

5.When the transmission is finished, release the PTT switch.

NOTE

This is a noise canceling microphone. The oval slot on the bottom of microphone should be positioned within 1.5 cm from the mouth for opti- mum performance.

8.3 TRANSMIT TIME - OUT TIMER (TOT)

When the PTT switch on the microphone is held down, transmit time is limited to 5 minutes. This limits unintentional transmissions due to a stuck microphone. About 10 seconds before automatic transmitter shutdown, a warning beep will be heard from the speaker(s). The transceiver will automatically go to receive mode, even if the PTT switch is continually held down. Before transmitting again, the PTT switch must first be released and then pressed again.

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Contents Matrix GX3000E Watt VHF/FM ITU Class D DSC Marine TransceiverTable of Contents Appendix General Information Packing ListOptions Installation Note Getting Started About VHF RadioSelecting AN Antenna Coaxial Cable Installation LocationMounting the Radio Desktop Mounting Overhead MountingMMB-84 Flush Mount Installation Optional MMB-84 Flush Mount BracketElectrical Connections Reverse polarity connections will damage the radioAccessory Cable Wire Color/Description Connection ExamplesChecking GPS Connections Changing the GPS TimeChanging the Time Location LocalChanging COG to True or Magnetic Receiver Audio Tone Control GX3000E RAM+ mic procedure Remote Mic or External Speaker SelectionControls and Indicators Basic Operation Power Switch / Volume Control VOL/PWRWX Key PA/FOG KeyDistress Key Accessory Connection Cable PTT Push-To-Talk Switch 16/9 KeyMemo Transmit Time OUT Timer TOT Basic OperationReception TransmissionINTERNATIONAL, USA, and Canada Mode SIMPLEX/DUPLEX Channel USENoaa Weather Channels Noaa Weather AlertNoaa Weather Alert Testing Emergency Channel 16 USECalling Another Vessel Channel 16 or Making Telephone CallsOperating on Channels 13 Dual Watch to Priority ChannelScanning Selecting the Scan TypeMemory Scanning M-SCAN Priority Scanning P-SCAN Operating the PA Hail mode Operating the FOG Horn mode13 PA/FOG Operation Navigation Indication Intercom OperationCommunication CallingVoice Scrambler Maritime Mobile Service Identity Mmsi What is an MMSI?Digital Selective Calling GeneralProgramming the Mmsi DSC Distress Alert Transmitting a DSC Distress AlertTransmitting a DSC Distress Alert with Nature of Distress Receiving a DSC Distress Alert Distress RelayALL Ships Call Transmitting an All Ships CallReceiving an All Ships Call Setting up the Individual / Position Call Directory Individual CallSetting up Individual Reply Setting up the Individual/Group Call Ringer Transmitting an Individual Call Pre-Programmable CallingManual Calling Call Waiting Directory Receiving an Individual CallTo Delete the Received Log from the DSC Log Directory Setting up a Group Call Group CallTransmitting a Group Call Manual Calling Receiving a Group Call Setting up Position Reply Position RequestTransmitting a Position Request to Another Vessel Pre-Programmable RequestManual Request Receiving a Position Request Automatically replySetting up a Position Send Ringer Position SendTransmitting a DSC Position Send Call Receiving a DSC Position Send Call DSC Transmission Test Manual Inputting GPS Location LAT/LON Radio Setup Lamp AdjustingLCD Contrast Time Offset Time Location True Magnetic Change NAV displayPriority Channel SET Scan TypeScan Resume Time KEY Beep ON/OFFWX Alert Channel Name Change Naming the Radio or Second Station MIC or Handset FlybridgeFOG Alert Tone Frequency Squelch Control SQL Activates the squelch adjusting mode Enhanced RAM+ MIC Operation11.1 RAM+ MIC Controls Power Switch PWR PTT Push-To-TalkSWITCH Activates transmission KEYDistress KEY 11.2 PA/FOG Operation Operating the PA / HailerOperating the FOG Horn Press and hold the Dwic key while in Radio mode Manual Inputting of the GPS Location LAT/LON 11.5 DSC/RADIO Setup Mode Changing GPS Information to Vessel Position or COG PTT Push-To-Talk Switch Activates transmission 12 VH-310 Handset Operation12.1 VH-310 Handset Controls PWR keySecondary use Keypad 1DIM key Secondary use 12.2 PA/FOG Operation Intercom Operation Manual Inputting of the GPS Location LAT/LON 12.5 DSC/RADIO Setup Mode Radio SETUP-menu DSC SETUP-menuExternal Speaker AF Selection FOG Horn Timing Chart Type Pattern UsageMaintenance Replacement PartsFactory Service Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Probable Cause RemedyChannel Assignments VHF Marine Channel Chart Channel USE VHF Marine Channel Chart 157.075 Government Only Environmental protection operations Specifications GeneralDeclaration of Conformity Vertex Standard