Standard Horizon ECLIPSE DSC+ GX1200E Owner's Manual

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GX1200E

ECLIPSE DSC+ GX1200E

25 Watt VHF/FM

Class D DSC Marine Transceiver

Owner's Manual

Affordable ultra compact class D xed mount VHF radio



Submersible JIS7/IPX7 class (1 m for 30 minutes) front



panel

Separate dedicated channel 70 receiver for DSC



Programmable soft keys



GPS position and time shown* on a full dot matrix display



DSC distress, individual, group, all ships, position request,

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position report and DSC test call

Programmable scan, priority scan, and dual watch



NMEA in and output connections to a compatible GPS chart



plotter

Microphone capable of selecting 16 and 9, changing



channels and H/L transmit power

All USA/International and Canadian marine channels

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Capable of the ATIS Function in the Inland Water Way

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Meets ITU-R M493-13 class D DSC (Digital Selective

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Calling)

* When GPS connected

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Quick Reference Guide ..............................................................................................5

1 GENERAL INFORMATION ......................................................................................6

2 PACKING LIST ........................................................................................................6

3 OPTIONS .................................................................................................................6

4 SAFETY / WARNING INFORMATION .....................................................................7

5 GETTING STARTED ................................................................................................8

5.1 ABOUT VHF RADIO ........................................................................................8

5.2 SELECTING AN ANTENNA .............................................................................8

5.2.1 COAXIAL CABLE.................................................................................9

5.3 EMERGENCY (CHANNEL 16 USE

5.4 CALLING ANOTHER VESSEL (CHANNEL 16 OR 9

5.5 OPERATING ON CHANNELS 13 AND 67 (USA Channel Group Only) ........11

6 INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................12

6.1 LOCATION .....................................................................................................12

6.2 MOUNTING THE RADIO ...............................................................................12

6.2.1 Supplied Mounting Bracket ................................................................12

6.2.2 Optional MMB-84 Flush Mount Bracket .............................................13

6.3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS .....................................................................14

6.4 ACCESSORY CABLE ....................................................................................16

6.5 CHECKING GPS CONNECTIONS ................................................................17

6.6 CHANGING THE GPS TIME .........................................................................18

6.7 CHANGING THE TIME LOCATION ...............................................................19

6.8 CHANGING THE TIME FORMAT ..................................................................19

7 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS ............................................................................20

7.1 Front Panel ....................................................................................................20

7.2 Rear Panel .....................................................................................................22

7.3 Microphone ....................................................................................................23

8 BASIC OPERATION ..............................................................................................24

8.1 RECEPTION ..................................................................................................24

8.2 TRANSMISSION ............................................................................................24

8.3 TRANSMIT TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT

8.4 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE .............................................................25

8.5 INTERNATIONAL, USA, AND CANADA MODE ............................................25

8.6 SCANNING ....................................................................................................26

8.6.1 Selecting the Scan Type ....................................................................26

8.6.2 Scan Memory Programming ..............................................................27

8.6.3 Memory Scanning (M-SCAN

8.6.4 Priority Scanning (P-SCAN

8.6.5 Priority Channel Setting .....................................................................28

8.6.6 Dual Watch ........................................................................................29

8.7 PRESET CHANNELS (0 ~ 9

8.7.1 Preset Channel Programming ...........................................................30

8.7.2 Operation ...........................................................................................30

8.7.3 Deleting a Preset Channel .................................................................31

9 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING ...........................................................................32

9.1 GENERAL ......................................................................................................32

9.2 MARITIME MOBILE SERVICE IDENTITY (MMSI

9.2.1 What is an MMSI? .............................................................................32

9.2.2 Programming the MMSI .....................................................................33

9.3 DSC DISTRESS ALERT ................................................................................34

9.3.1 Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert .....................................................34

9.3.2 Receiving a DSC Distress Alert .........................................................38

9.4 ALL SHIPS CALL ...........................................................................................39

9.4.1 Transmitting an All Ships Call ............................................................39

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9.4.2 Receiving an All Ships Call ................................................................40

9.5 INDIVIDUAL CALL .........................................................................................41

9.5.1 Setting up the Individual / Position Call Directory ..............................41

9.5.2 Setting up Individual Call Reply .........................................................42

9.5.3 Setting up the Individual Call Acknowledge Message .......................43

9.5.4 Transmitting an Individual Call ...........................................................44

9.5.5 Receiving an Individual Call ...............................................................46

9.5.6 Setting up the Individual Call Ringer ..................................................47

9.6 GROUP CALL ................................................................................................49

9.6.1 Setting up a Group Call .....................................................................49

9.6.2 Transmitting a Group Call ..................................................................51

9.6.3 Receiving a Group Call ......................................................................53

9.6.4 Setting up the Group Call Ringer .......................................................54

9.7 POSITION REQUEST ...................................................................................55

9.7.1 Setting up the Position Reply ............................................................55

9.7.2 Transmitting a Position Request to Another Vessel ...........................56

9.7.3 Receiving a Position Request ............................................................59

9.7.4 Setting up the Position Request Ringer .............................................60

9.8 POSITION REPORT ......................................................................................61

9.8.1 Transmitting a DSC Position Report Call ...........................................61

9.8.2 Receiving a DSC Position Report Call ...............................................64

9.8.3 Setting up a Position Report Ringer ..................................................64

9.9 POLLING CALL .............................................................................................65

9.9.1 Transmitting a Polling Call .................................................................65

9.9.2 Receiving a Polling Call .....................................................................67

9.10 DSC TEST CALL .........................................................................................68

9.11 MANUAL INPUTTING OF THE GPS LOCATION (LAT/LON

9.12 DSC LOG OPERATION ...............................................................................70

9.12.1 Reviewing and Resending a Logged Transmitted Call ....................70

9.12.2 Reviewing a Logged DSC Distress Call ..........................................71

9.12.3 Reviewing a Logged Other Calls .....................................................71

9.12.4 Deleting a Call from the “DSC LOG” Directory ................................72

10 SETUP MENU ......................................................................................................73

10.1 GENERAL SETUP .......................................................................................73

10.1.1 Lamp Adjusting ................................................................................73

10.1.2 LCD Contrast ...................................................................................73

10.1.3 Time Offset ......................................................................................74

10.1.4 Time Display ....................................................................................75

10.1.5 Time Format .....................................................................................75

10.1.6 Key Beep (ON/OFF) ........................................................................76

10.1.7 Soft Keys .........................................................................................76

10.2 CHANNEL FUNCTION SETUP ...................................................................79

10.2.1 Channel Group (USA, Canada or International Band Selection) .....79

10.2.2 Scan Memory ...................................................................................79

10.2.3 Scan Type ........................................................................................80

10.2.4 Scan Resume ..................................................................................80

10.2.5 Priority Channel ...............................................................................81

10.3 DSC SETUP ................................................................................................82

10.3.1 Individual Directory ..........................................................................87

10.3.2 Individual Reply ...............................................................................87

10.3.3 Individual Acknowledgement ...........................................................87

10.3.4 Individual Ringer ..............................................................................87

10.3.5 Group Directory ...............................................................................88

10.3.6 Position Reply ..................................................................................88

10.3.7 DSC Beep ........................................................................................88

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10.3.8 Auto Channel Switching Time ..........................................................84

10.3.9 No Action during Menu Operation ....................................................85

10.3.10 No Action during DSC Operation ...................................................85

10.3.11 No Action during Distress Operation ..............................................86

11 MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................87

11.1 REPLACEMENT PARTS ..............................................................................87

11.2 FACTORY SERVICE ....................................................................................87

12 MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................89

12.1 REPLACEMENT PARTS .............................................................................89

12.2 FACTORY SERVICE ...................................................................................89

12.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART ...................................................................90

13 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS .................................................................................91

14 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................94

14.1 GENERAL ....................................................................................................94

14.2 TRANSMITTER ...........................................................................................94

14.3 RECEIVER ..................................................................................................95

14.4 GX1200E DIMENSIONS .............................................................................96

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Quick RefeRence Guide

channel SelecT KeyS

Selects the operating channel.

DISTRESS

PULL OPEN

16/9 Key

Press to recall



channel 16.

Press and hold to



recall channel 9.

Press again to



revert to the last selected channel.



Power SwiTch / Vol Knob

Turn the transceiver on and off, and adjust the audio level.

call / MenU

Key

Press to access

the “DSC MENU”.

Press and hold to

access the setup menus.

DECLIPSE SC

SQl Knob

Adjust this control clockwise to squelch or counter clockwise un-squelch the radio.

PTT SwiTch

Speak into the microphone in a normal voice level while pressing this switch.

channel SelecT

KeyS

Selects the operating channel.

Mic hole

Be sure your mouth is about 1.3 cm from the mic hole for best performance.

h/l Key

When pressed, toggles the transmit power between High (25W) and Low (1W).

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1 GENERAL INFORMATION

The GX1200E ECLIPSE DSC+ is a marine VHF transceiver designed for use in the frequency range of 156.025 to 163.275 MHz. The GX1200E can be operated from 11 to 16 VDC and has a switchable RF output power of 1 watt or 25 watts.

The GX1200E is capable of DSC (Digital Selective Calling) Class D (independent Channel 70 receiver) operation which allows continuous receiving of Digital Selective Calling functions on channel 70 even if the radio is receiving a call.

The GX1200E operates on all currently-allocated marine channels which are switchable for use with either International, USA, or Canadian regulations. It has an emergency channel 16 which can be immediately selected from any

channel by pressing the red key.

Other features of the transceiver include: scanning, priority scanning, high and low voltage warning, and GPS repeatability.

2 PACKING LIST

When the package containing the transceiver is rst opened, please check it for the following contents:

GX1200E Transceiver



Mounting Bracket, two Mounting Knobs, and hardware



Power Cord with 6 Amp fuse and holder



Owner’s Manual



Warranty Card



3 OPTIONS

MMB-84 ..........................................................................Flush-Mount Bracket

MLS-310 ...............................................................Amplied External Speaker

MLS-300 ....................................................................... External Loudspeaker

HC1100 ..........................................................................................Dust Cover

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4 SAFETY / WARNING INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Please read this manual carefully to become familiar with the features of this transceiver before using it for the rst time.

The installation of this equipment should be made in such a manner as to respect the EC recommended electromagnetic field exposure limits (1999/519/EC).

The maximum RF power available from this device is 25 W. The antenna should be mounted as high as possible for maximum efficiency and that this installation height should be at least 5 meters above ground (or accessible) level. In the case that an antenna can not be installed at a reasonable height, then the transmitter should neither be continuously operated for long periods if any person is within 5 metres of the antenna, nor operated at all if any person is touching the antenna. non compliance with these recommendations and transmitting for more than 50% of the total radio use time (50 % duty cycle) may cause RF complaince exposure requirements to be be exceeded.

In all cases any possible risk depends on the transmitter being activated for long periods (actual recommendation limits are specied as an average of 6 minutes). Normally the transmitter is not active for long periods of time. Some radio licenses will require that a timer circuit automatically cuts the transmitter after 1 - 2 minutes.

Do not transmit without an antenna connected to the radio. When transmitting speak into the microphone holding it between 1.5 cm and 5 cm from your mouth.

The radio must be used with a maximum operating duty cycle not exceeding 10 % in normal PTT congurations. Do not transmit for more than 10 % of the total radio use time (1:9 duty cycle).

The rear case of the radio can become hot when the radio is used on transmit for long periods that exceed the Duty Cycle as stated above. In order to protect the user from the risk of burning if touched in these circumstances, the rear case enclosure must be tted and permanently attached to the radio using the xing screws provided whenever the unit is installed in a position where it is possible during normal usage to touch the rear of the radio.

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5 GETTING STARTED

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 marine VHF band provides communications over distances that are essentially “line of sight” (VHF signals do not travel well through objects such as buildings, hills or trees). Actual transmission range depends much more on antenna type, gain and height than on the power output of the transmitter. On a xed mount 25 W radio transmission expected distances can be greater than 25 km, for a portable 5 W radio transmission the expected distance can be greater than 8 km in “line of sight”.

5.2 SELECTING AN ANTENNA

Marine antennas are made to radiate signals equally in all horizontal directions, but not straight up. The objective of a marine antenna is to enhance the signal toward the horizon. The degree to which this is accomplished is called the antenna’s gain. It is measured in decibels (dB) and is one of the major factors in choosing an antenna. In terms of effective radiated power (ERP), antennas are rated on the basis of how much gain they have over a theoretical antenna with zero gain. A 1 m, 3 dB gain antenna represents twice as much gain over the imaginary antenna.

Typically a 1 m 3 dB gain stainless steel whip is used on a sailboat mast. The longer 2.5 m 6 dB berglass whip is primarily used on power boats that require the additional gain.

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3dB

6dB

9dB

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5.2.1 Coaxial Cable

VHF antennas are connected to the transceiver by means of a coaxial cable – a shielded transmission line. Coaxial cable is specied by it’s diameter and construction.

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 or RG-213/U should be used. For cable runs over 15 m RG-8X should be used. For installation of the connector onto the coaxial cable refer to the gure below.

To get your coax cable through a tting and into your boat’s interior, you may have to cut off the end plug and reattach it later. You can do this if you follow the directions that are supplied with the connector. Be sure to make good soldered connections.

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5.3 EMERGENCY (CHANNEL 16 USE

Channel 16 is known as the Hail and Distress Channel. An emergency is dened 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, Mayday. This is , , ” (your vessel’s name).

2. Then repeat once: “Mayday, ” (your vessel’s name).

3. Now report your position in latitude/longitude, or by giving a true or magnetic bearing (state which) to a well-known landmark such as a navigation aid or geographic feature such as an island or harbour entry.

4. Explain the nature of your distress (sinking, collision, aground, re, heart attack, life-threatening injury, etc.).

5. State the kind of assistance you desire (pumps, medical aid, etc.).

6. Report the number of persons aboard and condition of any injured.

7. Estimate the present seaworthiness and condition of your vessel.

8. Give your vessel’s description: length, design (power or sail), color and other distinguishing marks. The total transmission should not exceed 1 minute.

9. End the message by saying “OVER.” Release the microphone button and listen.

10. If there is no answer, repeat the above procedure. If there is still no response, try another channel.

)

NOTE

The GX1200E have DSC Distress calling, that can transmit a distress call digitally to all ships with compatible DSC radios. Refer to section “9

DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING”.

5.4 CALLING ANOTHER VESSEL (CHANNEL 16 OR 9

Channel 16 may be used for initial contact (hailing) with another vessel.

However, its most important use is for emergency 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 Coast Guards and by other vessels. Use of channel 16 for hailing must be limited to initial contact only. Calling should not exceed 30 seconds, but may be repeated 3 times at 2-minute intervals. In areas of heavy radio traffic, congestion on channel 16 resulting from its use as a hailing channel can be reduced signicantly in U.S. waters by using channel 9 as the initial contact (hailing) channel for non-emergency communications. Here, also, calling time should

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not exceed 30 seconds but may be repeated 3 times at 2-minute intervals.

Prior to making contact with another vessel, refer to the channel charts in this manual, and select an appropriate channel for communications after initial contact. For example, Channels 68 and 69 are some of the channels available to non-commercial (recreational) boaters. Monitor your desired channel in advance to make sure you will not be interrupting other trafc, and then go back to either channel 16 or 9 for your initial contact.

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 Station License (Call Sign). When the other vessel returns your call, immediately request another channel by saying “go to,” the number of the other channel, and “over.” Then switch to the new channel. When the new channel is not busy, call the other vessel.

After a transmission, say “over,” and release the microphone’s push-to-talk (PTT) switch. When all communication with the other vessel is completed, end the last transmission by stating your Call Sign and the word “out.” Note that it is not necessary to state your Call Sign with each transmission, only at the beginning and end of the contact.

Remember to return to Channel 16 when not using another channel. Some radios automatically monitor Channel 16 even when set to other channels or when scanning.

5.5 OPERATING ON CHANNELS 13 AND 67 (USA Channel Group Only)

Channel 13 is used at docks, bridges and by vessels manoeuvring in port. Messages on this channel must concern navigation only, such as meeting and passing in restricted waters.

Channel 67 is used for navigational trafc between vessels.

By regulation, power is normally limited to 1 Watt on these channels. Your radio is programmed to automatically reduce power to this limit on these channels. However, in certain situations it may be necessary to temporarily use a higher power. See page 23 ( key) for means to temporarily override the low-power limit on these two channels.

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6 INSTALLATION

6.1 LOCATION

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 space for installation of a microphone hanger

• the antenna must be mounted at least 1 m from radio

Note: To insure the radio does not affect the compass, or that the radios performance is not affected by the antenna location, temporarily connect the radio in the desired location and:

a. Examine the compass to see if the radio causes any deviation b. Connect the antenna and key the radio. Check to ensure the radio is

operating correctly by requesting a radio check.

6.2 MOUNTING THE RADIO

6.2.1 Supplied Mounting Bracket

The supplied mounting bracket allows overhead or desktop mounting.

Use a 5.2 mm bit to drill the holes to a surface which is more 10 mm thick and can support more than 1.5 kg. Secure the bracket with the supplied screws, spring washers, at washers, and nuts.

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Desktop Mounting Overhead Mounting

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6.2.2 Optional MMB-84 Flush Mount Bracket

1. To assist in flush mounting, a template has been included. Use this

template to assess the mounting location.

2. Use the template to mark the location where the rectangular hole is to

be cut. Conrm the space behind the dash or panel is deep enough to accommodate the transceiver (at least 17 cm deep).

There should be at least 1.3 cm between the transceiver’s heatsink and

any wiring, cables or structures.

3. Cut out the rectangular hole and insert the transceiver.

4. Fasten the brackets to the sides of the transceiver with the lock washer

nut combination, so that the mounting screw base faces the mounting

surface.

5. Turn the adjusting screw to adjust the tension so that the transceiver is

tight against the mounting surface.

Bracket

Adjusting Screw

Lock-washer nut combination

MMB-84 Flush Mount Installation

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6.3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

CAUTION

Reverse polarity connections will damage the radio!

Connect the power cord and antenna to the radio. Antenna and Power Supply connections are as follows (see Figure 1):

1. Mount the antenna at least 1 m away from the radio. At the rear of the radio, connect the antenna cable.

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 next section for connections.

4. It is advisable to have a Certified Marine Technician check the power output and the standing wave ratio of the antenna after installation.

Antenna

Red

Power Source

Optional Speaker

Water proof Deck Outlet

Black

Accessory Cable

Fuse

GPS Navigation Receiver

DECLIPSE SC

DISTRESS

PULL OPEN

Figure 1. General Installation

150

Char

GPS

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Ferrite Core Installation

To suppress RF interference that can cause abnormaloperation of the transceiver, attach the supplied ferritecore to the both External Speaker Connection Cable and GPS Connection Cable together, then snap its two halvestogether, per the illustration below. Attach the ferrite core as close as possible to thetransceiver body, as shown. Finally, wind some plastic tape around the ferrite core, toprevent vibration from causing the two halves to split apart.

As close as possible

DC Power Cable (RED)

DC Power Cable (Black)

External Speaker Connection Cable

GPS Connection Cable

Ferrite Core

Snap together

Fuse Replacement

To take out the Fuse from the Fuse Holder, hold both ends of the Fuse Holder and pull the Fuse Holder apart, do not bend the Fuse Holder. When you replace the Fuse, please confirm that the Fuse is tightly fixed on the metal contact located inside the Fuse Holder. If the metal contact holding the fuse is loose, the Fuse holder may heat up.

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6.4 ACCESSORY CABLE

When connecting the external speaker or GPS navigation receiver, strip off about 2.5 cm of the specied wire’s insulation, then splice the ends together using proper waterproong techniques.

Wire Color/Description Connection Examples

WHITE - External Speaker (+)Connect to external 4-ohm audio speaker SHIELD - External Speaker BLUE - NMEA GPS Input (+ GREEN - NMEA GPS Input GRAY - NMEA DSC Output (+ BROWN - NMEA GPS Output



: Some GPS chart plotters have a single wire for NMEA signal ground.

In such a case connect the NMEA input (–) to the GPS chart plotter's single NMEA signal ground wire, and leave the NMEA output (–) open. In case the assignment of power supply and ground of a GPS chart plotter to be used is different from that of the radio, connect the signal ground wire of the GPS chart plotter to the ground terminal (GND) on the rear panel of the radio.

(–)

Connect to external 4-ohm audio speaker

)

Connect to NMEA (+) output of GPS



(–)

Connect to NMEA

)

Connect to NMEA (+) input of GPS



(–)

Connect to NMEA

(–)

output or common ground of GPS

(–)

input of GPS

External Speaker

Shield

White

DISTRESS

PULL OPEN

DECLIPSE SC

Blue: NMEA GPS Input ( )

Green: NMEA GPS Input ( )

Gray: NMEA DSC Output ( )

Brown: NMEA DSC Output ( )

NMEA OUT ( )

NMEA IN ( )

GPS Receiver/Plotter

• 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.

• GX1200E can read NMEA-0183 version 2.0 or higher.

• The NMEA supported sentences are:

Input: GLL, GGA, RMC and GNS (RMC sentence is recommended) Output: DSC and DSE

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6.5 CHECKING GPS CONNECTIONS

After connections have been made between the GX1200E and the GPS, a small satellite icon will appear on the top right corner of the display, and displays your current location (Latitude/Longitude) on the display

NOTE

• If there is a problem with the NMEA input from a GPS, the satellite icon will blink continuously until the connection is corrected.

• If a GPS with NMEA output is not connected to the radio, the GX1200E will beep 10 minutes after the radio is turned on. After that the GX1200E will beep every 4 hours alerting to connect a

GPS.

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6.6 CHANGING THE GPS TIME

-SETUP MENU-

-GENERAL SETUP-

From the factory the GX1200E displays GPS satellite time or UTC time. A time offset is needed to show the local time in your area.

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Select “ keys, then press the

3. Select “ keys, then press the

4. Press the from UTC. See illustration below to nd your offset time from UTC. If “ the time is the same as UTC (Universal Time Coordinated or GMT Greenwich Mean Time).

5. Press the

offset.

6. Press the key twice to exit the menu and return to radio operation mode.

GENERAL SETUP

TIME OFFSET

/ keys to select time offset

soft key to store the time

key or press the soft

key until “

” with the /

soft key.

” with the

soft key.

00:00

” is assigned,

SETUP

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

DIMMER CONTRAST TIME OFFSET

-TIME OFFSET+01:00 +00:30 00:00

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6.7 CHANGING THE TIME LOCATION

-SETUP MENU-

-GENERAL SETUP-

-TIME DISPLAY-

-SETUP MENU-

-GENERAL SETUP-

-TIME FORMAT-

This menu item allows you to choose to show UTC or the local time which is selected in Section 6.6.

” or “

SETUP

LOCAL

”.

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

CONTRAST TIME OFFSET TIME DISPLAY

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Select “

GENERAL SETUP

keys, then press the

3. Select “

TIME DISPLAY

keys, then press the

4. Press the

5. Press the

/ to select “

soft key to store the

key until “

” with the /

soft key.

” with the

soft key.

UTC

selected setting.

6. Press the key twice to exit the menu and return to radio

key or press the soft

UTC LOCAL

operation mode.

(

“UTC” mode

) (

“LOCAL” mode

)

6.8 CHANGING THE TIME FORMAT

This menu item allows you to choose to show time in 12-hour or 24-hour

format.

1. Press and hold the

2. Select “ keys, then press the

3. Select “ keys, then press the

4. Press the

5. Press the ed setting.

6. Press the key twice to exit the menu and return to radio operation mode.

” appears.

GENERAL SETUP

TIME FORMAT

/ to select “

soft key to store the select-

key or press the soft

key until “

SETUP

” with the /

soft key.

” with the

soft key.

12H

” or “

24H

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

TIME OFFSET

”.

TIME DISPLAY TIME FORMAT

12H 24H

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7 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

DECLIPSE SC

DISTRESS

PULL OPEN

7.1 Front Panel

Power Switch / Volume Control Knob (VOL

Turns the transceiver on and off as well as adjusts the audio volume. Turn this knob clockwise to turn the radio on and to increase the speaker

audio volume level.

Turn fully counter-clockwise to turn the radio off.

Squelch Control Knob (SQL

)

Adjusting this control clockwise, sets the point at which random noise

on the channel does not activate the audio circuits but a received signal will. This point is called the squelch threshold. Further adjustment of the squelch control will degrade reception of wanted transmissions.

Soft Keys

The 3 programmable soft keys can be customized by the setup menu

mode (see the section “10.1.7 SOFT KEYS”). When one of the soft keys is pressed briey, the functions will appear above each key on the display.

The factory defaults are Key 1:

and Key 4:

PRESET

function.

Appropriate functions are automatically assigned to these keys during

the setup menu and the DSC operations.

)

, Key 2: , Key 3:

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/ Keys

The and keys are used to select a desired channel and to select

items in the DSC operation and setup menus.

Key

Immediately recalls channel 16 from any channel location and automati-

cally selects high power. Pressing and holding this key recalls channel 9. Pressing the key again reverts to the previous selected working

channel.

Press the key to access the “

Key

GROUP

“

MSG

accessed from the “

”, “

DSC LOG

”, “

ALL SHIPS

”, “

DSC TEST

”, “

DSC MENU

POS REQUEST

”, and “

”.

NOTE

”. The “

POS REPORT

”, “

POLLING

INDIVIDUAL

DIST ALT

”, “

” functions can be

”,

Before the “ entered. Refer to section “9.2 MARITIME MOBILE SERVICE

IDENTITY (MMSI).”

Secondary use

Press and hold the key to access the “

SETUP

” (refer to section “10.1 GENERAL SETUP”), “ (refer to section “10.2 CHANNEL FUNCTION SETUP”), “ (refer to section “10.3 DSC SETUP”), “ functions can be accessed from the “

[DISTRESS] Key

Used to send a DSC Distress Call. To send the distress call refer to

section “9.3.1 Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert”.

DSC MENU

” menu can be selected a MMSI must be

SETUP MENU

POS INPUT

SETUP MENU

”. The “

CH FUNC SETUP

”, and “

”.

GENERAL

DSC SETUP

MMSI SETUP

” ” ”

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7.2 Rear Panel

DC Input Cable

Connects the radio to a DC power supply capable of delivering 12V DC.

External Speaker Connection Cable

Connects the GX1200E to an external speaker.

GPS Receiver Connection Cable

Connects the GX1200E to a GPS receiver.

Ground Terminal (GND)

Connects the GX1200E to a good ground, for safety and optimum perfor-

mance.

Normally, the GND connection to the heat sink is not needed. However,

when the DC power cable connection to the radio has a long run, the transmitter may become unstable and the receiving audio may be noisy. In such a case, connect a large diameter, short cable between this terminal on the heat sink and battery ground.

Install only the supplied screw or similar size (M3x6, Stainless

Steel) screw.

Antenna Jack (ANT)

Connects an antenna to the transceiver. Use a marine VHF antenna with

an impedance of 50 ohms.

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7.3 Microphone

PTT (Push-To-Talk) Switch

Keys the transmitter when the

transceiver is in radio mode.

The and keys on the

Transmits the voice message with

The key on the microphone functions the same as the key on

Immediately recalls channel 16 from any channel location. Pressing and

/ Keys

microphone function the same as the and keys on the front

panel of the transceiver.

MIC (Microphone) Hole

reduction of background noise, using Clear Voice Noise Reduction Technology.

NOTE

Be sure your mouth is about 1.3 cm from the MIC hole for best performance.

Key

the front panel of the transceiver.

holding this key recalls channel 9. Pressing the key again reverts to the previously selected working channel.

Q3 Q4

Q5 Q6 Q7

Key

Press this key to toggle the transmit output power between 25 W (High)

and 1 W (Low) power. When the 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 key does not function on transmit inhibited and low power only

channels.

NOTE

1W low power is indicated by LO on the display. When 25W high power is selected the display do not show an indication.

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8 BASIC OPERATION

8.1 RECEPTION

1. After the GX1200E has been installed, ensure that the power supply and antenna are properly connected.

2. Turn the VOL/PWR knob clockwise to turn the transceiver 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 comfortable level.

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

6. Press the channel chart on page 98 for available channels.

7. When a message is received, adjust the volume to the desired listening level. The “ ” indicator on the LCD is displayed indicating that the channel 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.

THIS IS AN FCC REQUIREMENT!

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

displayed.

4. Speak slowly and clearly into the microphone.

or keys to select the desired channel. Refer to the

NOTE

This is a noise cancelling microphone. The oval slot on the microphone should be positioned within 1.3 cm from the mouth for optimum performance.

5. When the transmission is nished, release the PTT switch.

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 rst be released and then pressed again.

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NOTE

When a transmission was shut down by the TOT, the GX1200E can not transmit afterwards for 10 seconds.

8.4 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE

Refer to the VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART (page 92) 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 operation cannot be altered from simplex to duplex or vice-versa.

8.5 INTERNATIONAL, USA, AND CANADA MODE

To change the channel group from International to USA or Canada:

1. Press and hold the

2. Press the

3. Press the soft key, then press the / key to select “

GROUP

”.

4. Press the soft key.

5. Press the / key to select desired channel group “

CAN

“

”.

6. Press the soft key to store the selected setting.

7. Press the key or press the soft key twice to exit the menu and return to radio operation mode.

Refer to the VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART (page 92) for allocated channels in each mode.

/ key to select “

USa Mode inTernaTional Mode canada Mode

key until “

SETUP MENU

CH FUNC SETUP

” appears.

”.

USA

”, “

INT

”, or

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8.6 SCANNING

-SETUP MENU-

-CH FUNC SETUP-

-SCAN TYPE-

Allows the user to select the scan type from Memory scan or Priority scan. “Memory scan” scans the channels that were programmed into memory. “Priority scan” scans the channels programmed in memory with the priority channel.

8.6.1 Selecting the Scan Type

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Select “

CH FUNC SETUP

keys, then press the

3. Select “

SCAN TYPE

then press the

4. Press the

SCAN

” or “

5. Press the

/ keys to select “

MEMORY SCAN

soft key to store the selected

key until “

” with the /

soft key.

” with the

soft key.

.”

/ keys,

PRIORITY

setting.

6. Press the

key or press the soft key

twice to exit the menu and return to radio operation mode.

CH88A

CH68A

CH61A

MeMory Scan

CH88A

CH68A

CH61A

PrioriTy Scan

CH01A

CH22A

(

M-Scan

CH01A

Priority Channel

CH22A

(

P-Scan

SETUP

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

CH GROUP SCAN MEMORY SCAN TYPE

PRIORITY SCAN MEMORY SCAN

CH09

CH12

CH15

CH18

)

CH09

CH12

CH15

CH18

)

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8.6.2 Scan Memory Programming

-SETUP MENU-

-CH FUNC SETUP-

-SCAN MEMORY-

1. Press and hold the key until “

” appears.

2. Press the / key to select “

SETUP

”.

3. Press the / key to select “

4. Press the

5. Press the channel to be scanned, then press the soft key. The “MEM” icon appears on the display, which indicates the channel has been selected to the scan channel.

6. Repeat step 5 for all the desired channels to be scanned.

7. To delete a channel from the list, select the channel then press the

soft key. The “MEM” icon disappears from the display.

8. Press the menu and return to radio operation mode.

soft key, then press the

SCAN MEMORY

soft key.

/ key to select a desired

key or press the soft key three times to exit the

8.6.3 Memory Scanning (M-SCAN

1. Adjust the SQL knob until background noise disappears.

2. To start scanning, press one of the soft keys, then press the necessary to press the soft key to locate the soft key). “ appears on the LCD. Scanning will proceed from the lowest to the highest programmed channel number and will stop on a channel when a transmission is received.

3. The channel number will blink during reception.

4. To stop scanning, press the key or press one of the soft keys, then press the

soft key.

soft key (it may be

SETUP

CH FUNC

”.

)

M-SCAN

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

CH GROUP SCAN MEMORY SCAN TYPE

16 MEM 15 14

”

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8.6.4 Priority Scanning (P-SCAN

-SETUP MENU-

-CH FUNC SETUP-

-PRIORITY CH-

In the default setting, Channel 16 is set as the priority channel. You may change the priority channel to another channel from Channel 16 in the Radio Setup Mode, refer to section “10.2.5 Priority Channel”.

1. Adjust the SQL knob until background noise disappears.

2. To start priority scanning, press one of the soft keys, then press the be necessary to press the soft key to locate the soft key). “ on the LCD. Scanning will proceed between the memorized channels and the priority channel. The priority channel will be scanned after each programmed channel.

3. To stop scanning, press the one of the soft keys, then press the

soft key.

)

soft key (it may

P-SCAN

” appears

key or press

8.6.5 Priority Channel Setting

1. Press and hold the key until “

” appears.

2. Select “ keys, then press the

3. Select “ keys, then press the

4. Press the channel.

5. Press the setting.

6. Press the twice to exit the menu and return to radio operation mode.

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CH FUNC SETUP

PRIORITY CH

/ keys to select the Priority

soft key to store the selected

key or press the soft key

SETUP

” with the /

soft key.

” with the

soft key.

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

SCAN TYPE SCAN RESUME PRIORITY CH

16 15 14

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8.6.6 Dual Watch

Dual watch is used to scan two channels for communications. One channel is a normal VHF channel and the other is the priority, channel 16. When a signal is received on the normal channel the radio briey switches between the normal channel and the channel 16 to look for a transmission. If the radio receives communications on the channel 16 the radio stops and listens to the channel 16 until communication ends and then starts Dual watch scan again.

1. Adjust the SQL knob until the background noise disappears.

2. Select the channel you wish to dual watch to the priority channel 16.

3. Press one of the soft keys, then press the soft key (it may be necessary to press

the soft key to locate the soft key).

The display will scan between CH16 and the

channel that was selected in step 2.

If a transmission is received on the channel

selected in step 2, the GX1200E will dual watch to CH16.

4. To stop Dual Watch, press one of the soft

keys, then press the soft key again.

NOTE

The priority channel may be changed from CH16 to another channel. Refer to section “10.2.5 Priority Channel”.

8.7 PRESET CHANNELS (0 ~ 9

)

10 preset channels can be programmed for instant access. Pressing the

PRESET

soft key activates the preset channel bank. If the

PRESET

soft key is pressed and no channels have been assigned, an alert beep will be emitted from the speaker.

For details about the assignment of the

PRESET

and other soft keys, see

“10.1.7 Soft Keys”.

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8.7.1 Preset Channel Programming

1. Press the / key to select the channel

to be programmed.

2. Press one of the soft keys, then press and hold the

PRESET

soft key until the channel

number blinks.

3. Press the preset channel position (“

/ key to select the desired

P0:

” to “

P9:

”) you

wish to program.

4. Press the

soft key to program the

channel into the preset channel.

5. Repeat steps 1 through 4 to program the desired channels into the preset channels “0” ~ “9”.

8.7.2 Operation

1. Press one of the soft keys, then press the

PRESET

The “PSET” icon will appear on the display.

2. Press the / key to select the desired preset channel (“0” to “9”). The preset channel

number appears (“P0” to “P9”) while selecting the preset channel.

3. Press one of the soft keys, then press the

PRESET

selected channel. The “PSET” icon will disappear from the display.

soft key to recall the preset channel.

soft key again to return to the last

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8.7.3 Deleting a Preset Channel

1. Press one of the soft keys, then press the

PRESET

2. Press the / key to select the preset channel to be deleted.

3. Press one of the soft keys, then press and hold the number blinks.

4. Press the channel from the preset channel.

5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 to delete the desired channels from the preset channels “0” to “9”.

6. To finish the deleting the preset Channel, press the

soft key.

PRESET

soft key until the channel

soft key to delete the

soft key.

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9 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING

9.1 GENERAL

WARNING

The GX1200E is designed to generate digital maritime distress and safety calls to facilitate search and rescue. To 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. The range of signal may vary, however under normal conditions should be approximately 20 nautical miles.

Digital Selective Calling is a semi-automated method of establishing a radio call. It has been designated by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as an international standard for establishing VHF, MF, and HF radio calls. It has also been designated as part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). It is planned that DSC will eventually replace aural watches on distress frequencies and will be used to announce routine and urgent maritime safety information broadcasts.

This system allows mariners to instantly send a distress call with GPS position (when connected to the transceiver) to the Coast Guard and other vessels within range of the transmission. DSC will also allow mariners to initiate or receive Distress, Urgency, Safety, Routine, POSITION REQUEST, POSITION SEND, and Group calls to or from another vessel equipped with a DSC transceiver.

9.2 MARITIME MOBILE SERVICE IDENTITY (MMSI

)

9.2.1 What is an MMSI?

An MMSI is a nine digit number used on Marine radios 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 TO OPERATE DSC FUNCTIONS.

How can I obtain an MMSI assignment?

Please contact the Radio Licensing Authority for your country for information on how to obtain an MMSI number.

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9.2.2 Programming the MMSI

-SETUP MENU-

-USER MMSI-

WARNING

The MMSI can be input only once. Therefore, please be careful

not to input the incorrect MMSI number. If you need to change the MMSI number after it has been entered, the radio will have to be returned to Factory Service. Refer to the section “12.2 FACTORY SER- VICE.”

1. Press and hold the

SETUP MENU

“

2. Press the / key to select “

SETUP

”.

3. Press the press the soft key.)

4. Press the number of your MMSI, then press the

number.

5. Repeat step 4 to set your MMSI number (nine digits).

6. If a mistake was made entering in the MMSI number, press the key until the wrong number is selected, then press the / key to correct

the entry and press the soft key.

7. When finished programming the MMSI number, press and hold the key. The radio will ask you to input the MMSI number again. Use steps 4 through 6 above.

8. After the second number has been input, press and hold the store the MMSI.

9. Press the

10. Press the and return to radio operation mode.

” appears.

soft key. (To cancel,

/ key to select the rst

soft key to step to the next

soft key to return to the setup menu.

key or press the soft key twice to exit the menu

key until the

MMSI

soft

soft to

DSC SETUP POS INPUT MMSI SETUP

INPUT MMSI ID:---------

INPUT MMSI ID:1--------

INPUT MMSI ID:123456789

INPUT AGAIN ID:---------

INPUT AGAIN ID:123456789

STORED ID 123456789

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9.3 DSC DISTRESS ALERT

The GX1200E is capable of transmitting and receiving DSC distress messages to all DSC radios. The GX1200E may be connected to a GPS to also transmit the latitude and longitude of the vessel.

NOTE

If a GPS with NMEA output is not connected to the radio, the GX1200E will beep 10 minutes after the radio is turned on and will continue to beep every 4 hours alerting to connect a GPS.

9.3.1 Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert

NOTE

To be able to transmit a DSC distress alert, an MMSI number must be programmed (refer to section “9.2.2 Programming the MMSI”).

In order for your vessel's location to be transmitted, either connect a GPS to the GX1200E (refer to section “6.4 ACCESSORY CABLE”) or manually input your position (refer to section “9.11 MANUAL INPUTTING OF THE GPS LOCATION”).

Basic Operation

1. Lift the red spring loaded DISTRESS cover, then press and hold the [DISTRESS] key. The

DISTRESS

“ the radios display will count down (



The backlight of the LCD and keypad ashes while the radios display is counting down.

2. The GX1200E watches for an acknowledgment call on channel 70 or a voice call on channel 16 from another vessel.

3. If an vessel responds to you on channel 16, pick up the microphone and advise your distress situation.

” menu will appear on the LCD and

3S  2S

) and then transmit the distress alert.

!!DISTRESS!! UNDESIGNATED TIME FOR 3S

!!DISTRESS!! TRANSMITTING TX IN 0:00

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4. When a DSC distress acknowledgment is

-DSC MENU-

!!DISTRESS!!

!!NATURE OF!!

received on channel 70, a DSC distress alarm sounds and channel 16 is automatically selected. Pick up the microphone and advise your distress situation. The LCD shows the MMSI of the ship responding to your distress. RECEIVED ACK: acknowledgment signal is received. RECEIVED RLY ACK: relay acknowledgment signal is received from

another vessel or coast station.

5. If no acknowledgment is received, the distress alert is repeated at approximately 4 minute intervals until a DSC acknowledgment is received.

6. To cancel the DSC distress alarm signal from the speaker, press any

key.

Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert with Nature of Distress

The GX1200E 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

!!DISTRESS!! WAIT FOR ACK TX IN 2:25

1. Press the

2. Press the / keys to select “

3. The “

4. Press the

5. Press and hold the [DISTRESS] key until a

6. Perform the steps 2 through 6 of the basic

key. The “

appear.

MSG

”, and then press the soft key. (To

cancel, press the soft key.)

DISTRESS

LCD. Press the

nature of distress category, then press the

soft key.

distress alert is transmitted.

operation described in the previous section.

” menu will appear on the

/ keys to select the desired

DSC MENU

soft key.

” will

DIST ALT

POS REQUEST POS REPORT DIST ALT MSG

UNDESIGNATED 33˚37.1N 118˚09.5W

UNDESIGNATED FIRE FLOODING

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NOTE

-DSC MENU-

!!DISTRESS!!

After the radio transmits the DSC call, the display of the radio will show the next time the distress call will be transmitted. The display will

TX IN 4:00

show “

ted.

Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert with Manually Entering a Position

When the GX1200E is not connected to a GPS receiver or the GPS is not operating properly, you may input the latitude/longitude of your vessel manually and may send a DSC distress alert.

” and count down until the distress call is transmit-

1. Press the

appear.

2. Press the / keys to select “

MSG

”, and then press the soft key. (To

cancel, press the soft key.)

3. The “

4. Enter UTC time in the 24-hour format and the

5. When you have completed your selection,

6. Press and hold the [DISTRESS] key until a

7. Perform the steps 2 through 6 of the basic operation described in the

DISTRESS

LCD. Press the

latitude/longitude of your vessel. Press the / keys to select the number and press the

soft key to move the cursor to the next character. If you make a mistake, you may back space the cursor by pressing the

soft key.

press and hold the seconds to save the setting.

distress alert is transmitted.

previous section.

key. The “

” menu will appear on the

DSC MENU

soft key.

soft key for two

” will

DIST ALT

POS REQUEST POS REPORT DIST ALT MSG

UNDESIGNATED 33˚37.1N 118˚09.5W

-POS INPUTUTC: --:-LAT: --˚--.LON:---˚--.-

-POS INPUTUTC: 12:35 LAT: 33˚34.N LON:118˚08.W

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Pausing a DSC Distress Alert

!!DISTRESS!!

!DIST CANCEL!

After a DSC distress call is transmitted, it is repeated every 4 minutes until the call is canceled by the user or until the radio is turned off and on again. The GX1200E has provision to suspend (pause) the re-transmitting of the distress call by the procedure below.

1. After the distress call is transmitted, the radio will show the display as on the right.

Looking at this display you will notice “

2:25

”, this is the time when the radio will

re-transmit the distress call.

2. To suspend re-transmitting the distress call, press the soft key.

3. To resume counting down to transmit the distress call, press the

Canceling a DSC Distress Alert

The GX1200E has the capability to transmit a DSC distress cancel call by pressing the key, then press the

soft key.

soft

soft key.

WAIT FOR ACK TX IN 2:25

TX in

WAIT FOR ACK TX IN 2:25

DISTRESS PAUSING!

TRANSMIT?

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9.3.2 Receiving a DSC Distress Alert

RX DISTRESS

1. When a DSC distress alert is received, an emergency alarm sounds.

The display will show the MMSI (or name) of

the vessel transmitting the distress.

2. Press any of the keys on the radio to stop the alarm.

3. To show the nature of distress and GPS position of the vessel in distress, press the

4. If a key is not pressed for thirty seconds (by default; refer to the section “10.3.8 Auto Channel Switching Time”) after a DSC call is received, the GX1200E will automatically switch to channel 16 for you to monitor distress communications.

5. To immediately switch to channel 16, press the

6. Press the acknowledgement.

Press the soft key to resume the

acknowledgement.

7. If you want the radio to stay on the channel you were on before receiving the distress call, press the soft key.

8. If the position of the vessel distress data does not include position, the LCD will show “

POSITION

9. Press the soft key to return to radio operation mode.

”.

key.

soft key to suspend the

NOT ACKED 123456789 SINCE 0:01

soft key.

DISTRESS PAUSING!

NOT ACKED 123456789 SINCE 0:01

When there is an unread distress alert, “ display. You may review the unread distress alert from the DSC log, refer to the section “9.12.2 Reviewing a Logged DSC Distress Call.”

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NOTE

” icon will appear on the

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9.4 ALL SHIPS CALL

-DSC MENU-

-CATEGORY-

-SELECT CH-

-ALL SHIPS-

The all ships call function allows contact to be established with other vessel stations without having their ID in the individual calling directory. Also, priority for the call can be designated as "urgency" or "safety".

URGENCY Call: This type of call is used when a vessel may not truly be

in distress, but has a potential problem that may lead to a distress situation. This call is the same as saying “PAN PAN, PAN PAN, PAN PAN” on channel 16.

SAFETY Call: This type of call is used to transmit boating safety informa-

tion to other vessels. This message usually contains information about an overdue boat, debris in the water, loss of a navigation aid or an important meteorological message. This call is the same as saying “Securite, Securite, Securite.”

9.4.1 Transmitting an All Ships Call

1. Press the key. The “

appear.

2. Press the / keys to select “

SHIPS

.”

3. Press the press the soft key)

4. Press the

SAFETY

call (“ press the soft key.

5. Press the operating channel you want to commu-

nicate on, then press the soft

key.

6. Press the transmit the selected call type of all ships call.

7. After the all ships call is transmitted, the transceiver will switch to the channel which selected on the step 5 above, with no change of the display. To change the display, press the

/ keys to select the

” or “

/ keys to select the

DSC MENU

soft key. (To cancel,

URGENCY

soft key again to

” will

ALL

”), then

soft key.

INDIVIDUAL GROUP ALL SHIPS

SAFETY URGENCY

16 06 08

SAFETY TRANSMIT?

SAFETY CH: 16

TRANSMITTING

SAFETY CH: 16 0:01

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8. Listen to the channel to make sure it is

RX ALLSHIPS

not busy, then key the microphone and say “PAN PAN, PAN PAN, PAN PAN” or “Securite, Securite, Securite” depending on the priority of the call. Say your call sign and announce the channel you wish to switch to for communications.

9.4.2 Receiving an All Ships Call

1. When an all ships call is received, an emergency alarm sounds.

The display will show the MMSI (or name) of

the vessel transmitting the all ships call.

2. Press any of the keys on the radio to stop the

alarm.

3. To show the nature of the call of the vessel, press the

4. If a key is not pressed for thirty seconds (by default; refer to the section “10.3.8 Auto Channel Switching Time”) after an all ships call is received, the GX1200E will automatically switch to the requested channel for you to monitor communications.

5. To immediately switch to requested channel, press the

6. Press the acknowledgement.

Press the soft key to resume the

acknowledgement.

7. If you want the radio to stay on the channel you were on before receiving the all ships call, press the

8. Press the operating channel number of the requested channel.

9. Press the PTT switch on the microphone and talk to the calling ship.

key.

soft key to suspend the

soft key.

soft key to display the

YAESU SINCE 0:01 SAFETY

SINCE 0:01 SAFETY CH: 16

soft key.

ALLSHIPS PAUSING!

YAESU SINCE 0:01 SAFETY

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9.5 INDIVIDUAL CALL

-SETUP MENU-

-DSC SETUP-

-INDIVI DIR-

This feature allows the GX1200E 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).

9.5.1 Setting up the Individual / Position Call Directory

The GX1200E has a DSC directory that allows you to store a vessel or person’s name and the MMSI number associated with vessels you wish to transmit individual calls, position requests and position report transmissions. The GX1200E can store up to 48 individual MMSI numbers with vessel's or person's names.

To transmit an Individual call you must program this directory with the information of the persons you wish to call, similar to a cellular phones directory.

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Press the / keys to select “

SETUP

” menu.

3. Press the

DIR

” with the / keys.

4. Press the with the / keys.

5. Press the

6. Press the letter of the name of the vessel or person you want to list in the directory.

7. Press the letter of the name and step to the next letter to the right.

8. Repeat step 6 and 7 until the name is complete. The name can consist of up to eleven characters, if you do not use all eleven characters press the to the next space. This method can also be used to enter a blank space in the name. To clear the previous letter, press the soft

key.

soft key , then select “

soft key, then select “

soft key.

/ keys to scroll to the rst

soft key to store the first

key until “

soft key to move

SETUP

DSC

INDIVI

ADD

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

”

INDIVI DIR INDIVI REPLY INDIVI ACK

ADD EDIT DELETE

STATION NAME

ID:---------

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9. After the eleventh letter or space has been

-INDIVI DIR-

-SETUP MENU-

-DSC SETUP-

-INDIVI REPLY-

entered, press and hold the soft key to advance to the MMSI number (Maritime Mobile Service Identity Number) entry.

10. Press the / keys to scroll through numbers, 0 to 9. To enter the desired number

and move one space to the right press the

soft key. Repeat this procedure until all

nine spaces of the MMSI number are entered.

11. If a mistake was made entering in the name or the MMSI number, press the press the / keys to correct the entry.

12. To store the data entered, press and hold the

13. To enter another individual address, repeat steps 4 through 12.

14. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the

soft key repeatedly until the wrong number is selected, then

soft key.

key or press the

soft key three times.

STATION NAME

YAESU ID:---------

STATION NAME

YAESU ID:1--------

STATION NAME

YAESU ID:123456789

9.5.2 Setting up Individual Call Reply

Allows setting up the radio to automatically (default setting) or manually respond to a DSC individual call requesting you to switch to a working channel for voice communications. When the manual response is selected the MMSI of the calling vessel is shown allowing you to see who is calling. This function is similar to caller ID on a cellular phone.

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Press the / keys to select “

SETUP

” menu.

3. Press the

INDIVI REPLY

“

keys.

4. Press the

5. Press the

MANUAL

or “

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/ keys to select “

.”

key until “

soft key, then select

” with the /

soft key.

SETUP

DSC

AUTO

”

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

INDIVI DIR INDIVI REPLY INDIVI ACK

AUTO MANUAL

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6. Press the soft key to store the selected setting.

-SETUP MENU-

-DSC SETUP-

-INDIVI ACK-

7. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the or press the soft key twice.

key

9.5.3 Setting up the Individual Call Acknowledge Message

The GX1200E can select either reply message “Able” (default) or “Unable” when the individual reply setting (described previous section) is set to “AUTO”.

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Press the / keys to select “

SETUP

” menu.

3. Press the

INDIVI ACK

“

4. Press the

5. Turn the

UNABLE

or “

6. Press the selected setting.

7. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the

press the soft key twice.

” with the / keys.

/ keys to select “

”.

key until “

soft key, then select

soft key.

soft key to store the

SETUP

DSC

ABLE

key or

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

INDIVI DIR INDIVI REPLY

”

INDIVI ACK

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

ABLE UNABLE

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9.5.4 Transmitting an Individual Call

-DSC MENU-

-INDIVIDUAL-

-SELECT CH-

-INDIVIDUAL-

This feature allows you to contact another vessel, switch their radio to a requested working channel and ring like a telephone. This feature is similar to calling a vessel on CH16 and requesting to go to another channel.

Individual Call from Individual / Position Call Directory

1. Press the

key. The “

appear.

2. Press the / keys to select

INDIVIDUAL

“

”. (To cancel, press the

or soft key.)

3. Press the

soft key. The transceiver will beep, and the “ will appear. The previous four individual contacts will be listed.

4. Press the

/ keys to select an

individual you want to contact.

Press the soft key to select an

individual other than those on the display.

5. Press the

soft key, then press the

/ keys to select the operating

channel you want to communicate on and press the soft key.

6. Press the

soft key to transmit the individual DSC signal.

7. After an individual call is transmitted, if the reply signal is not received, “

FOR ACK

” is shown on the display which means the GX1200E is waiting for the vessel you called to send an acknowledgement.

8. To transmit the call again, press the

RESEND

soft key.

9. When the GX1200E receives an acknowledgement from the vessel you called, the radio will automatically switch to the operating channel selected in step 5 and produce a ringing sound.

10. Key the microphone and call the other vessel you desire to communicate with.

DSC MENU

INDIVIDUAL

” will

” menu

WAIT

INDIVIDUAL GROUP ALL SHIPS

YAESU STANDARD 234567891

MANUAL YAESU STANDARD

06 08 09

YAESU ROUTINE TRANSMIT?

YAESU ROUTINE CH:06 TRANSMITTING

YAESU WAIT FOR ACK SINCE 0:01

RESEND

YAESU CONNECTED SINCE 0:01

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Individual Call - Manual MMSI Entry

-DSC MENU-

-INDIVIDUAL-

-SELECT CH-

-INDIVIDUAL-

You may enter an MMSI number manually to contact a vessel without storing the MMSI in the individual/position call directory.

1. Press the

key. The “

DSC MENU

” will

appear.

2. Press the / keys to select “

UAL

”, and then press the soft key. (To

INDIVID-

cancel, press the or soft key.)

3. The transceiver will beep, and the “

UAL

” menu will appear. The previous four

INDIVID-

individual contacts will be listed.

Press the

4. Press the

soft key.

/ keys to select “

MANUAL

”,

then press the soft key.

5. Press the

/ keys to scroll through

numbers, 0 to 9. To enter the desired number and move one space to the right, press the

soft key. Repeat this procedure until all nine spaces of the MMSI number which you want to contact are entered.

6. If a mistake was made entering in the MMSI number repeat pressing the

soft key

until the wrong number is selected, then move the channel knob to correct the entry.

7. When finished entering the MMSI number, press and hold the

8. Press the

/ keys to select the operat-

soft key.

ing channel you want to communicate on and press the soft key.

9. Press the

soft key again to transmit

the individual DSC signal.

10. After the individual call is transmitted, if a reply signal is not received, “

WAIT FOR ACK

is shown on the display which means the GX1200E is waiting for the ship you called to send an acknowledgment.

11. To transmit the call again, press the

RESEND

soft key.

INDIVIDUAL GROUP ALL SHIPS

MANUAL YAESU STANDARD

INPUT MMSI ID:---------

INPUT MMSI ID:234567891

06 08 09

234567891 ROUTINE TRANSMIT?

234567891 ROUTINE CH:06 TRANSMITTING

234567891 WAIT FOR ACK

”

SINCE 0:01

RESEND

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12. When the GX1200E receives an acknowledge-

-INDIVIDUAL-

RX INDIV

ment from the vessel you called, the radio will automatically switch to the operating channel

234567891 CONNECTED SINCE 0:01

selected in step 5 and produce a ringing sound.

13. Key the microphone and call the other vessel you desire to communicate with.

9.5.5 Receiving an Individual Call

When receiving an individual call, an acknowledgment must be sent back to the calling station. The GX1200E in the default setting will automatically respond to the calling station and switch to the requested channel for voice communications. Refer to the section “9.5.2 Setting up Individual Call Reply” if you want to change the setting to see who is calling before replying to the call.

Automatic reply:

1. When an individual call is received, a ringing alarm sounds.

The GX1200E automatically switches to the requested channel. The

display shows the MMSI or the name of the vessel transmitting the individual call.

2. Press any key to stop the alarm.

3. Press the soft key to return to radio operation.

4. Monitor the channel to make sure it is clear, then press the PTT on the microphone and talk to the calling vessel.

234567891 CONNECTED SINCE 0:01

RESEND

Manual reply:

1. When an individual call is received, a ringing alarm sounds.

The display shows the MMSI or the name of

the vessel transmitting the individual call.

2. Press any key to stop the alarm.

3. Press the

4. Press the

soft key to accept the call.

soft key to suspend the

acknowledgement.

Press the soft key to resume the

acknowledgement.

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234567891 NOT REPLIED SINCE 0:01

INDIV PAUSING!

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5. Press the

RX INDIV

-INDIVIDUAL-

-SETUP MENU-

-DSC SETUP-

-INDIVI RING-

ABLE

soft key to switch to the requested channel. (To inform that you cannot respond, press the

UNABLE

soft key.)

6. Press the soft key to send an acknowledgement.

Press the

CHG CH

soft key to change the channel for communication from the requested one.

7. Monitor the channel to make sure it is clear, then press the PTT on the microphone and talk to the calling vessel.

234567891 NOT REPLIED SINCE 0:01

ABLE UNABLE

234567891 CH: 06 SEND ABLE

CHG CH

234567891 CONNECTED SINCE 0:01

RESEND

8. Press the

9. Press the

soft key to return to the working channel.

key to return to radio operation.

9.5.6 Setting up the Individual Call Ringer

When an individual call is received the radio will produce a ringing tone for 3 minutes (by default). This selection allows the individual call ringer time to be changed.

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

key until “

2. Press the / keys to select “

SETUP

” menu.

3. Press the

INDIVI RING

“

4. Press the

5. Press the

soft key, then select

” with the / keys.

soft key.

/ keys to select

ringing time of an individual call.

6. Press the

soft key to store the

selected setting.

7. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the

press the soft key twice.

SETUP

DSC

key or

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

INDIVI REPLY INDIVI ACK INDIVI RING

DEFAULT(2MIN) 15 SEC 10 SEC

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The GX1200E has the capability to turn off the individual call ringer.

-DSC BEEP-

-SETUP MENU-

-DSC SETUP-

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Press the / keys to select “

SETUP

” menu.

3. Press the

DSC BEEP

“

4. Press the

5. Press the

INDIVIDUAL

“

soft key.

6. Press the

7. Press the selected setting.

8. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the

press the soft key twice.

If you wish to return to enabling the ringer tone, just repeat the above procedure, pressing the

” with the / keys.

/ keys to select

” then press the

/ keys to select “

key until “

soft key, then select

soft key.

soft key to store the

/ keys to select “ON” in step 6 above.

SETUP

DSC

OFF

.”

key or

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

GROUP DIR POS REPLY DSC BEEP

SELECT CALL

INDIVIDUAL

BEEP:ON

SELECT CALL INDIVIDUAL BEEP:OFF

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9.6 GROUP CALL

-SETUP MENU-

This feature allows the user to contact a group of specic 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. This function is very useful for yacht clubs and vessels traveling together that want to collectively make announcements on a predetermined channel. The GX1200E can store up to 20 group call entries.

9.6.1 Setting up a Group Call

For this function to operate the same group MMSI must be programmed into all the DSC VHF radios within the group of vessels that will be using this feature. To understand about group MMSI programming, rst a Ship MMSI has to be understood.

Ship MMSI: The first three digits called a MID (Mobile Identity Group) of a ship MMSI denote the country the ship registered for a MMSI. The last 6 digits are specic to the ships ID. Ship MMSI Example: If your MMSI is “366123456”, “366” is MID which denote the country and “123456” is the ships ID for you. Group MMSI:

Group MMSI numbers are not assigned by the FCC or other organiza-



tions licensed to assign ship MMSI numbers.

The rst digit of a group MMSI is always set to “0” by the international



rules. All Standard Horizon radios are preset so when programming a group MMSI the rst digit is set to “0”.

The USCG recommends programming the MID of a ships MMSI into the



second, third and fourth digits of the group MMSI as it denotes the area the ship is located in.

The last 5 digits are decided upon by persons in the group. This is an



important step as all radios in the group must contain the same group MMSI so they can be contacted by each other. There is a chance that another group of vessels may program in the same group MMSI. If this happens, simply change one or more of the last 5 digits of the group MMSI.

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Press the / keys to select “

SETUP

” menu.

3. Press the

GROUP DIR

“

” with the / keys.

key until “

soft key, then select

SETUP

DSC

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

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4. Press the soft key, then select “

-DSC SETUP-

-GROUP DIR-

with the / keys.

5. Press the soft key.

6. Press the the rst letter of the group name you want to reference in the directory.

7. Press the letter in the name and step to the next letter to the right.

8. Repeat step 6 and 7 until the name is complete. The name can consist of up to eleven characters, if you do not use all eleven characters press the key to move to the next space. This method can also be used to enter a blank space in the name. To clear the previous letter, press the soft key.

9. After the eleventh letter or space has been entered, press and hold the to advance to the MMSI number (Maritime Mobile Service Identity Number) entry.

10. Press the desired number and move one space to the right press the soft key. Repeat this procedure until all nine space of the MMSI number are entered.

11. If a mistake was made entering in the name or the MMSI number repeat pressing the press the / key to enter the correct letter or number.

12. To store the data entered, press and hold the

13. To enter another individual address, repeat steps 4 through 12.

14. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the

soft key three times.

/ keys to scroll through

soft key to store the rst

/ keys to scroll through numbers, 0 to 9. To enter the

soft key until the wrong character is selected, then

soft key.

key or press the

ADD

soft

soft key

”

INDIVI ACK INDIVI RING GROUP DIR

ADD EDIT DELETE

GROUP NAME

S ID:0--------

GROUP NAME

STANDARD ID:0--------

GROUP NAME

STANDARD ID:012345678

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9.6.2 Transmitting a Group Call

-DSC MENU-

-GROUP-

-SELECT CH-

-GROUP-

Group Call from Group Call Directory

1. Press the

appear.

2. Press the / keys to select

GROUP

“ or soft key.)

3. Press the ceiver will beep, and the “ will appear. The previous four group contacts will be listed.

4. Press the group you want to contact.

Press the soft key to select a

group other than those on the display.

5. Press the the / keys to select the operat-

ing channel you want to communicate on and press the soft key.

6. Press the the group call signal.

7. After the group call is transmitted, all the radios in the group will switch to the channel which is selected on step 5 above.

8. Press the radio operation mode.

9. Listen to the channel to make sure it is not busy, then key the microphone and call the other vessels you desire to communicate with.

key. The “

”. (To cancel, press the key

/ keys to select a

DSC MENU

soft key. The trans-

GROUP

soft key, then press

soft key to transmit

soft key to return to

” will

” menu

INDIVIDUAL GROUP ALL SHIPS

YAESU STANDARD 023456789

MANUAL YAESU STANDARD

06 08 09

YAESU ROUTINE TRANSMIT?

YAESU ROUTINE CH:06 TRANSMITTING

YAESU ROUTINE CH: 06 0:01

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Group Call - Manual Group MMSI Entry

-DSC MENU-

-GROUP-

-SELECT CH-

-GROUP-

You may enter an MMSI number manually to contact a vessel without storing the MMSI in the Group Call Directory.

1. Press the

appear.

2. Press the / keys to select

GROUP

“ or soft key.)

3. Press the ceiver will beep, and the “ will appear. The previous four group contacts will be listed.

Press the soft key.

4. Press the

MANUAL

“

key.

5. Press the through numbers, 0 to 9. To enter the desired number and move one space to

the right press the soft key. Repeat this procedure until all nine space of the MMSI number which you want to contact are entered.

6. If a mistake was made entering in the MMSI number, repeat pressing the

is selected, then press the / keys to correct the entry.

7. When nish the entering the MMSI number, press and hold the

soft key.

8. Press the operating channel you want to communicate on and press the

soft key.

9. Press the

10. After the group call is transmitted, all the radios in the group will switch to the channel which is selected on step 5 above.

key. The “

”. (To cancel, press the key

/ keys to select

”, then press the soft

/ keys to scroll

soft key until the wrong number

soft key to transmit the group call signal.

DSC MENU

” will

INDIVIDUAL GROUP ALL SHIPS

soft key. The trans-

GROUP

” menu

MANUAL YAESU STANDARD

INPUT MMSI ID:0--------

INPUT MMSI ID:023456789

06 08 09

023456789 ROUTINE TRANSMIT?

soft key, then press the / keys to select the

023456789 ROUTINE CH:06 TRANSMITTING

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11. Press the soft key to return to

-GROUP-

RX GROUP

radio operation mode.

12. Listen to the channel to make sure it is not busy, then key the microphone and call the other vessels you desire to communicate with.

023456789 ROUTINE CH: 06 0:01

9.6.3 Receiving a Group Call

1. When a group call is received, the GX1200E will produce a ringing alarm sound. (DSC BEEP needs to be enabled to hear alarm.)

The display will show the MMSI (or name) of

the vessel transmitting the group call.

2. Press any key to stop the alarm.

3. To show the nature of the call of the vessel, press the

4. If a key is not pressed for thirty seconds after a group call is received, the GX1200E will automatically switch to the requested channel for you to monitor communications.

5. To immediately switch to requested channel, press the

6. Press the acknowledgement.

Press the soft key to resume the

acknowledgement.

7. If you want the radio to stay on the channel you were on before receiving the group call, press the soft key.

soft key to suspend the

023456789 SINCE 0:01 ROUTINE

key.

soft key.

GROUP PAUSING!

023456789 SINCE 0:01 ROUTINE

8. Press the soft key to display the operating channel number of the requested channel.

9. Monitor the channel for the person calling the group for a message.

10. If you want to respond, monitor the channel to make sure it is clear, then press the PTT on the microphone and talk to the calling ship(s).

NOTE

When there is an unread group call, the “



the display. You may review the unread group call from the DSC log, refer to section “9.12.3 Reviewing a Logged Other Calls.” After a group call is received, the time the call was made and the



ships MMSI or vessels name will appear on the LCD.

” icon will appear on

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9.6.4 Setting up the Group Call Ringer

-DSC BEEP-

-SETUP MENU-

-DSC SETUP-

The GX1200E has the capability to turn off the group call ringer.

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Press the / keys to select “

SETUP

” menu.

3. Press the

DSC BEEP

“

4. Press the

5. Press the

GROUP

“

6. Press the

7. Press the selected setting.

8. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the

press the soft key twice.

9. If you wish to return to enabling the ringer tone, just repeat the above proce-

dure, pressing the select “ON” in step 6 above.

” with the

/ keys to select

” then press the soft key.

/ keys to select “

key until “

soft key, then select

/ keys.

soft key.

soft key to store the

/ keys to

SETUP

DSC

OFF

”.

key or

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

GROUP DIR POS REPLY DSC BEEP

SELECT CALL

GROUP

BEEP:ON

SELECT CALL GROUP BEEP:OFF

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9.7 POSITION REQUEST

-SETUP MENU-

-DSC SETUP-

-POS REPLY-

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 GX1200E. Standard Horizon has taken this feature one step further, if any Standard Horizon GPS is connected to the GX1200E, the polled position of the vessel is shown on the display of the GPS chart plotter making it easy to navigate to the location of the polled vessel. This is a great feature for anyone wanting to know the position of another vessel. For example your friend that is catching sh, or nding the location of a person you are cruising with.

NOTE

The other vessel must have an operating GPS receiver connected to its DSC transceiver and must not have its transceiver set to deny position requests. (Refer the section “9.5.1 Setting up the Individual / Position Call Directory” to enter information into the individual directory).

9.7.1 Setting up the Position Reply

The GX1200E can be set up to automatically or manually send your position to another vessel. This selection is important if you are concerned about someone polling the position of your vessel that you may not want to. In the manual mode you will see the MMSI or persons name shown on the display allowing you to choose to send your position to the requesting vessel.

1. Press and hold the

” appear.

2. Press the / keys to select “

SETUP

” menu.

3. Press the

POS REPLY

“

4. Press the

5. Press the

MANUAL

or “ DSC position request is received, the radio will automatically transmit your vessels position. In “ display of the GX1200E will show who is requesting the position.

6. Press the

7. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the or press the soft key twice.

” with the / keys.

/ keys to select “

”. In “

key until “

soft key, then select

soft key.

AUTO

” mode, after a

MANUAL

soft key to store the selected setting.

SETUP

DSC

AUTO

” mode, the

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

INDIVI RING GROUP DIR POS REPLY

”

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

AUTO MANUAL

key

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9.7.2 Transmitting a Position Request to Another Vessel

-DSC MENU-

-POS REQUEST-

-CATEGORY-

Position Request from Individual / Position Call Directory

1. Press the appear in the display.

2. Press the / keys to select “

REQUEST

3. Press the position request directory. The previous four position request contacts will be listed.

4. Press the name, then press the soft key.

Press the soft key to select a

name other than those on the display. This directory uses the individual directory information.

5. Press the category (“ the position request call, then press the

key. The “

”.

/ keys to select a

/ keys to select the

ROUTINE

soft key.

DSC MENU

soft key to show the

SAFETY

” or “

” will

POS

”) for

NOTE

INDIVIDUAL GROUP ALL SHIPS

GROUP ALL SHIPS POS REQUEST

YAESU STANDARD 234567891

MANUAL YAESU STANDARD

ROUTINE SAFETY

SAFETY

“ However, “ radios of certain legacy models that cannot accept position request calls categorized as “

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” is normally used as the category for position request calls.

ROUTINE

” should be selected when calling a vessel with

SAFETY

”.

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6. Press the soft key to transmit

-POS REQUEST-

RX POS REPLY

-OTHER LOG-

-POS REQUEST-

the position request DSC call.

7. When the GX1200E receives the

YAESU

TRANSMIT?

position from the polled vessel, the GX1200E will produce a ringing alarm sound and the position from the polled

YAESU ACKNOWLEDGED SINCE 0:01

vessel is sent to a GPS chart plotter via NMEA 0183. (DSC BEEP needs to be enabled to hear alarm.)

8. Press any key to stop the alarm.

9. Press the

key to show the position

-POS INFO 33˚35.41N 118˚07.45W

from the polled vessel transferred on the display.

10. Press the position data again as the “

soft key to show the

OTHER LOG

POS REPLY YAESU ACKNOWLEDGE

” menu. Press the soft key again to return to radio operation mode.

11. If the GX1200E does not receive a reply, the display will be as shown in the illustration on the right. To send again, press

RESEND

the

soft key.

YAESU WAIT FOR ACK SINCE 0:01

RESEND

12. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the or the soft key.

key

NOTE

If the GX1200E does not receive position data from the polled vessel, the LCD will show “NO POSITION DATA.”

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Position Request - Manual MMSI Entry

-DSC MENU-

-POS REQUEST-

-CATEGORY-

-POS REQUEST-

RX POS REPLY

You may enter an MMSI number manually to contact a vessel without storing the MMSI in the individual/position call directory.

1. Press the appear in the display.

2. Press the / keys to select “

REQUEST

3. Press request directory. The previous four position request contacts will be listed.

Press the soft key.

4. Press the then press the soft key.

5. Press the numbers, 0 to 9. To enter the desired number and move one space to the right press the

soft key. Repeat this procedure until all nine space of the MMSI number which you want to contact are entered.

6. If a mistake was made entering in the MMSI number repeat pressing the until the wrong number is selected, then press the / keys to correct the entry.

7. When finished entering the MMSI number, press and hold the

8. Press the

ROUTINE

(“ request call, then press the soft key.

9. Press the position request DSC call.

10. When the GX1200E receives the position from the polled vessel, the GX1200E will produce a ringing alarm sound and the position from the polled vessel is sent to a GPS chart plotter via NMEA 0183. (DSC BEEP needs to be enabled to hear alarm.)

key. The “

”.

soft key to show the position

/ keys to select the “

/ keys to scroll through

/ keys to select the category

SAFETY

” or “

soft key to transmit the

DSC MENU

soft key.

”) for the position

” will

POS

MANUAL

soft key

”,

INDIVIDUAL GROUP ALL SHIPS

GROUP ALL SHIPS POS REQUEST

MANUAL YAESU STANDARD

INPUT MMSI ID:---------

INPUT MMSI ID:234567891

ROUTINE SAFETY

234567891

TRANSMIT?

234567891 ACKNOWLEDGED SINCE 0:01

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11. Press any key to stop the alarm.

RX POS REPLY

-OTHER LOG-

-POS REQUEST-

-POS REPLY-

12. Press the key to show the position from the polled vessel transferred on the display.

13. Press the data again as the “

soft key to show the position

OTHER LOG

” menu. Press the soft key again to return to radio operation mode.

14. If the GX1200E does not receive a reply, the

-POS INFO 33˚35.41N 118˚07.45W

POS REPLY 234567891 ACKNOWLEDGE

display will be as shown in the illustration on the right. To send again, press the

key.

15. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the

key or the soft

RESEND

soft

234567891 WAIT FOR ACK SINCE 0:01

RESEND

key.

9.7.3 Receiving a Position Request

When a position request call is received from another vessel, a ringing alarm will sound and " transceiver function differs depending on “ menu setting.

Automatic reply:

1. When a position request call is received, the GX1200E will transmit your position to the vessel who requested it.

2. To exit from position request display, press the

POS REQUEST

soft key.

" will be shown in the LCD. Operation and

POS REPLY

” in the “

DSC SETUP

YAESU REPLIED SINCE 0:01

”

Manual reply:

1. When a position request call is received from

2. Press any key to stop the alarm.

3. Press the

4. Press the

5. To exit from position request display, press the

another vessel, the GX1200E will produce a ringing alarm sound and the LCD will show the MMSI (or name) of the requesting vessel.

soft key to send your

position to the requesting vessel.

soft key to show the position

data again as the “

OTHER LOG

” menu.

key or the soft key.

RX POS REQ YAESU

SINCE 0:01

YAESU REPLIED SINCE 0:01

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9.7.4 Setting up the Position Request Ringer

-SETUP MENU-

-DSC SETUP-

-DSC BEEP-

The GX1200E has the capability to turn off the position request ringer.

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Press the / keys to select “

SETUP

” menu.

3. Press the

DSC BEEP

“

4. Press the

5. Press the

REQUEST

6. Press the

7. Press the

8. Press the selected setting.

9. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the

press the soft key twice.

10. If you wish to return to enabling the ringer tone, just repeat the above proce-

dure, pressing the select “ON” in step 7 above.

” with the / keys.

/ keys to select “

”.

/ keys to select “

key until “

soft key, then select

soft key.

soft key to store the

/ keys to

SETUP

DSC

POS

OFF

”.

key or

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

GROUP DIR POS REPLY DSC BEEP

SELECT CALL

POS REQUEST

BEEP:ON

SELECT CALL POS REQUEST BEEP:OFF

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9.8 POSITION REPORT

-DSC MENU-

-POS REPORT-

-CATEGORY-

The feature is similar to the position request, however instead of requesting a position of another vessel this function allows you to send your position to another vessel. In order to send your position you need to have a GPS receiver connected or to have manually input your position. See section “9.11

MANUAL INPUTTING OF THE GPS LOCATION.”

9.8.1 Transmitting a DSC Position Report Call

Position Report from Individual / Position Call Directory

1. Press the appear in the display.

2. Press the / keys to select the

POS REPORT

“

3. Press the position report directory. The previous four position report contacts will be listed.

4. Press the name you want to send your position to,

then press the soft key.

Press the soft key to select a

name other than those on the display. This directory uses the individual/

position call directory information.

5. Press the category (“ the position report call, then press the

key. The “

”.

/ keys to select a

/ keys to select the

ROUTINE

soft key.

DSC MENU

soft key to show the

SAFETY

” or “

” will

”) for

INDIVIDUAL GROUP ALL SHIPS

ALL SHIPS POS REQUEST POS REPORT

YAESU STANDARD 234567891

MANUAL YAESU STANDARD

ROUTINE SAFETY

NOTE

SAFETY

“ However, “ radios of certain legacy models that cannot accept position report calls categorized as “

” is normally used as the category for position report calls.

ROUTINE

” should be selected when calling a vessel with

SAFETY

”.

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6. Press the soft key to send your

-POS REPORT-

-DSC MENU-

-POS REPORT-

position to the selected vessel.

7. Press the soft key to return the display to the radio operation mode display.

YAESU

TRANSMIT?

YAESU TRANSMITTED SINCE 0:01

Position Report - Manual MMSI Entry

You may enter an MMSI number manually to contact a vessel without storing the MMSI in the individual/position call directory.

1. Press the appear in the display.

2. Press the / keys to select the “

REPORT

3. Press report directory. The previous four position report contacts will be listed.

Press the soft key.

4. Press the then press the soft key.

5. Enter the MMSI number (nine digits) which you want to contact.

Press the

numbers, 0 to 9. To enter the desired number and move one space to the right, press the

nine spaces of the MMSI number which you want to contact are entered.

6. If a mistake was made entering in the MMSI number repeat pressing the until the wrong number is selected, then move the channel knob to correct the entry.

7. When finished entering the MMSI number, press and hold the

”.

soft key. Repeat this procedure until all

key. The “

soft key to show the position

/ keys to select “

/ keys to scroll through

DSC MENU

soft key.

” will

POS

MANUAL

soft key

”,

ALL SHIPS POS REQUEST POS REPORT

MANUAL YAESU STANDARD

INPUT MMSI ID:---------

INPUT MMSI ID:234567891

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-CATEGORY-

-POS REPORT-

Press the / keys to select the category

ROUTINE

(“ report call, then press the

9. Press the soft key to send your position to the selected vessel.

10. Press the to the radio operation mode display.

SAFETY

” or “

soft key to return the display

”) for the position

soft key.

ROUTINE SAFETY

234567891

TRANSMIT?

234567891 TRANSMITTED SINCE 0:01

NOTE

SAFETY

“ However, “ radios of certain legacy models that cannot accept position report calls categorized as “

” is normally used as the category for position report calls.

ROUTINE

” should be selected when calling a vessel with

SAFETY

”.

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9.8.2 Receiving a DSC Position Report Call

-DSC BEEP-

-SETUP MENU-

-DSC SETUP-

When another vessel transmits their location to the GX1200E the following will happen:

1. When the position report call is received, a ringing sound will be produced and the display shows the vessels MMSI or name, how long since the call was received and the GPS position of the vessel. The GX1200E will also output NMEA sentences (DSC and DSE) to a connected GPS chart plotter.

2. Press any of the keys on the radio to stop the alarm. (DSC BEEP needs to be enabled to hear alarm.)

3. Press the

4. Press the mode display.

/ keys to change the display to view the received data.

soft key to return the display to the radio operation

RX POS REP YAESU

SINCE 0:01

RX POS REP

-POS INFO 33˚35.41N 118˚07.45W

9.8.3 Setting up a Position Report Ringer

The GX1200E has the capability to turn off the position report ringer.

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Press the / keys to select “

SETUP

” menu.

3. Press the

DSC BEEP

“

4. Press the

5. Press the

POSITION REPORT

“

6. Press the

7. Press the

8. Press the selected setting.

9. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the

press the soft key twice.

” with the / keys.

/ keys to select

/ keys to select “

key until “

soft key, then select

soft key.

”.

soft key.

soft key to store the

SETUP

DSC

OFF

”.

key or

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

GROUP DIR POS REPLY DSC BEEP

SELECT CALL

POS REPORT

BEEP:ON

SELECT CALL POS REPORT BEEP:OFF

To enable the position report ringer, repeat the above procedure, pressing the

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9.9 POLLING CALL

-DSC MENU-

-POLLING-

RX POLL ACK

The GX1200E has the capability DSC polling.

9.9.1 Transmitting a Polling Call

Position Polling from Individual / Position Call Directory

1. Press the

key. The “

appear in the display.

2. Press the / keys to select the

POLLING

“

”.

3. Press the polling directory.

4. Press the

/ keys to select an

individual you want to contact on, then press the soft key.

5. Press the polling call to the selected vessel.

6. After a polling call is transmitted, if the reply signal is not received, “

ACK

” is shown on the display which means the GX1200E is waiting for the vessel you called to send an acknowledgement.

7. To transmit the call again, press the

RESEN

soft key.

8. When the GX1200E receives an acknowledgement from the polled vessel, the GX1200E will show

ACKNOWLEDGED

“

”.

9. Press the display to the radio operation mode display.

DSC MENU

” will

soft key to show the

soft key to transmit a

WAIT FOR

soft key to return the

INDIVIDUAL GROUP ALL SHIPS

MANUAL YAESU STANDARD

YAESU

TRANSMIT?

YAESU ACKNOWLEDGED SINCE 0:01

DSC LOG DSC TEST POLLING

MANUAL YAESU STANDARD

YAESU WAIT FOR ACK SINCE 0:01

RESEND

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Position Polling - Manual MMSI Entry

-POLLING-

-DSC MENU-

-POLLING-

You may enter an MMSI number manually to contact a vessel without storing the MMSI in the individual/position call directory.

1. Press the

key. The “

DSC MENU

” will

appear in the display.

2. Press the / keys to select the

POLLING

“

3. Press

”.

soft key to show the polling

directory.

4. Press the

/ keys to select “

MANUAL

”,

then press the soft key.

5. Enter the MMSI number (nine digits) which you want to contact.

Press the

/ keys to scroll through

numbers, 0 to 9. To enter the desired number and move one space to the right, press the

soft key. Repeat this procedure until all nine spaces of the MMSI number which you want to contact are entered.

6. If a mistake was made entering in the MMSI number repeat pressing the

soft key

until the wrong number is selected, then move the channel knob to correct the entry.

7. When finished entering the MMSI number, press and hold the

8. Press the

soft key to transmit a polling

soft key.

call to the selected vessel.

9. Press the

soft key to return the display

to the radio operation mode display.

DSC LOG DSC TEST POLLING

MANUAL YAESU STANDARD

INPUT MMSI ID:---------

INPUT MMSI ID:234567891

234567891

TRANSMIT?

234567891 WAIT FOR ACK SINCE 0:01

RESEND

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9.9.2 Receiving a Polling Call

RX POLLING

-POLLING-

When another vessel transmits a polling call to the GX1200E the following will happen:

1. When a polling call is received, the display shows the vessel's MMSI or name and how long since the call was received.

2. Press the / keys to change the display to view the received data.

3. Press the

soft key to send your

acknowledgement to the calling vessel.

4. Press the

soft key to return the display

to the radio operation mode display.

YAESU

SINCE 0:01

YAESU REPLIED SINCE 0:01

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9.10 DSC TEST CALL

-DSC MENU-

-TEST CALL-

RX TEST ACK

Use the following procedure to ensure the DSC feature are functioning with another DSC radio.

1. Press the

key. The “

appear in the display.

2. Press the / keys to select the “

TEST

”.

3. Press the

soft key, then using the /

keys select a name to send the DSC test

call to. This directory uses the individual/

DSC MENU

” will

DSC

INDIVIDUAL GROUP ALL SHIPS

POS REPORT DSC LOG DSC TEST

position call directory information.

MANUAL

4. If “ enter the MMSI number (nine digits) which you want to send the test signal to. To do this,

press the

” is selected in the previous step,

MANUAL YAESU STANDARD

/ keys to scroll through numbers 0 to 9, then press the soft key to move the entry location to the right. If a mistake was made entering in the MMSI

number, repeat pressing the soft key

YAESU

TRANSMIT?

until the wrong number is selected, then press the / keys to correct the entry. When

nished entering the MMSI number, press and hold the soft key.

5. Press the

soft key to transmit the test

signal.

6. After the DSC test call is transmitted, the

YAESU WAIT FOR ACK SINCE 0:01

RESEND

YAESU ACKNOWLEDGED SINCE 0:01

GX1200E waits for a reply from the radio which was called, the display will show “

FOR ACK

”.

WAIT

7. When and acknowledgement call is received, the GX1200E will produce a ringing sound and the display will show “

ACKNOWLEDGED

”. (DSC

BEEP needs to be enabled to hear alarm.)

8. Press the

soft key to return the display to the radio operation

mode display.

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9.11 MANUAL INPUTTING OF THE GPS LOCATION (LAT/LON

-POS INPUT-

-SETUP MENU-

-POS INPUT-

You may send the Latitude/Longitude of your vessel manually when a GPS receiver is not connected or is not functioning.

After the position is entered, transmitting a DSC distress or position report will contain the manually entered position.

)

1. Press and hold the

SETUP MENU

“

2. Press the / keys to select “

INPUT

” menu.

3. Press the will be as shown in the illustration on the right.

4. Enter UTC time in the 24-hour format. Use the soft key to navigate to each column of the time, then use the / keys to

select the desired numbers in each column. Repeat for each column, to complete the time.

5. Enter the latitude and longitude of your vessel location with the same procedure as description above.

6. To store the data entered, press and hold the menu and return to radio mode press the soft key.

” appears.

soft key. The display

soft key and the

soft key. To exit this

key until the

POS

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP POS INPUT

UTC: --:-LAT: --˚--.LON:---˚--.-

UTC: 12:35 LAT: --˚--.LON:---˚--.-

UTC: 12:35 LAT: 33˚34.N LON:118˚08.W

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9.12 DSC LOG OPERATION

-DSC MENU-

-TRANS. LOG-

-DSC MENU-

-DSC LOG MENU-

-TRANS. LOG-

The GX1200E logs transmitted DSC calls, received distress calls, and other calls (individual, group, all ships, etc.). The DSC log feature is similar to an answer machine where calls are recorded for review and a “

appear on the radio's display. The GX1200E can store up to the latest 20 transmitted calls, up to the latest 20 distress calls, and up to the latest 38 other calls.

NOTE

” icon will

When the “ high-priority logged call automatically.

DSC LOG

” menu is selected, the GX1200E may display

9.12.1 Reviewing and Resending a Logged Transmitted Call

The GX1200E radios allows logged transmitted calls to be reviewed and resend the call.

1. Press the

appear.

2. Press the / key to select “

LOG

” menu.

3. Press the the / key to select “

TED

”.

4. Press the the / key to select the station

(name or MMSI number) you want to review and/or resend the call.

5. Press the details for the selected station.

6. Press the call or press the soft key to go back to the DSC transmitted call list.

key. The “

soft key to resend the

DSC MENU

soft key, then press

TRANSMIT-

soft key, then press

soft key, to review

” will

DSC

INDIVIDUAL GROUP ALL SHIPS

POS REQUEST POS REPORT DSC LOG

TRANSMITTED DISTRESS OTHER CALL

YAESU STANDARD 123456789

INDIVIDUAL 123456789

--/--

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9.12.2 Reviewing a Logged DSC Distress Call

-DSC MENU-

-DISTRESS LOG-

-DSC MENU-

-DSC LOG MENU-

-DSC MENU-

-OTHER LOG-

-DSC MENU-

-DSC LOG MENU-

The GX1200E radios allows logged DSC distress calls to be reviewed.

1. Press the

appear.

2. Press the / key to select “

LOG

” menu.

3. Press the the / key to select “

4. Press the the / key to select the station

(name or MMSI number) you want to review.

Note: When there is an unread received

call, “ station name (or MMSI number).

5. Press the

6. Press the

key. The “

” icon will appear behind the

soft key, to review details for the selected station. soft key to go back to the DSC distress call list.

DSC MENU

soft key, then press

DISTRESS

soft key, then press

” will

DSC

”.

INDIVIDUAL GROUP ALL SHIPS

POS REQUEST POS REPORT DSC LOG

TRANSMITTED DISTRESS OTHER CALL

YAESU STANDARD 123456789

9.12.3 Reviewing a Logged Other Calls

Reviewing a logged other calls (individual, group, all ships, etc.).

1. Press the

appear.

2. Press the / key to select “

LOG

” menu.

3. Press the the / key to select “

CALL

”.

4. Press the the / key to select the station

(name or MMSI number) you want to review.

Note: When there is an unread received

call, “ station name (or MMSI number).

5. Press the

6. Press the

key. The “

” icon will appear behind the

soft key, to review details for the selected station. soft key to go back to the DSC other call list.

DSC MENU

soft key, then press

” will

DSC

OTHER

INDIVIDUAL GROUP ALL SHIPS

POS REQUEST POS REPORT DSC LOG

TRANSMITTED DISTRESS OTHER CALL

YAESU STANDARD 123456789

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9.12.4 Deleting a Call from the “DSC LOG” Directory

-DSC MENU-

-LOG DELETE-

-DSC MENU-

-DSC LOG MENU-

-TRANS. LOG-

1. Press the key. The “

appear.

2. Press the / key to select “

LOG

” menu.

3. Press the the / key to select “

DELETE

4. Press the the / key to select the category

(“

OTHER CALL

“

5. Press the

6. Press the to return to radio operation.

” menu.

TRANSMITTED

”) to be deleted.

soft key.

1) If you want to delete all logged calls at one time, select the “

LOG

” with the / key, then press the soft key. The display will show “

sure?

”, and then press the soft key. Press the soft key several times to return to radio operation.

2) If you want to delete one of the logged stations, select the “

LOG LIST

then press the soft key. Press the / key to select the

station (name or MMSI number) to be deleted, then press the soft key. The display will show “

your sure?

” with the / key,

soft key.

soft key several times

DSC MENU

soft key, then press

DISTRESS

”, “

DEL ALL

Are your

VIEW

”, and then press the

” will

DSC

LOG

”, or

Are

INDIVIDUAL GROUP ALL SHIPS

POS REQUEST POS REPORT DSC LOG

DISTRESS OTHER CALL LOG DELETE

TRANSMITTED DISTRESS OTHER CALL

-TRANS. LOGDEL ALL LOG VIEW LOG LIST

DELETE LOG ALL DIR. ARE YOU SURE?

-TRANS. LOGDEL ALL LOG VIEW LOG LIST

YAESU STANDARD 123456789

DELETE LOG YAESU ARE YOU SURE?

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10 SETUP MENU

-SETUP MENU-

-GENERAL SETUP-

-DIMMER-

-SETUP MENU-

-GENERAL SETUP-

-CONTRAST-

10.1 GENERAL SETUP

10.1.1 Lamp Adjusting

Allows adjustment of the backlight intensity or to turn it off.

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Select “

keys, then press the soft key.

3. Select “

press the soft key.

4. Press the

level. When “ extinguished.

5. Press the

level.

6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation

mode press the soft key twice.

GENERAL SETUP

DIMMER

” with the

/ keys to select the desired

OFF

soft key to store the selected

key until “

” with the /

/ keys, then

” is selected, the lamp is

key or press the

SETUP

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

DIMMER CONTRAST TIME OFFSET

HIGH 6 5

10.1.2 LCD Contrast

This selection sets up the display for best viewabilty for the varying mounting locations (overhead or below).

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Select “

keys, then press the soft key.

3. Select “

then press the soft key.

4. Press the

level. The contrast level can be set from “00” to “24”.

5. Press the

level.

6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation

mode press the soft key twice.

GENERAL SETUP

CONTRAST

/ keys to select the desired

soft key to store the selected

key until “

” with the /

” with the

key or press the

SETUP

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

/ keys,

DIMMER CONTRAST TIME OFFSET

14 13 12

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10.1.3 Time Offset

-SETUP MENU-

-GENERAL SETUP-

-TIME OFFSET-

This selection sets the time offset from UTC (time GPS sends to radio).

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Select “ keys, then press the soft key.

3. Select “ keys, then press the soft key.

4. Press the from UTC. See illustration below to nd your offset time from UTC. If “ the time is the same as UTC (Universal Time Coordinated or GMT (Greenwich Mean Time)).

5. Press the

offset.

6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the or press the soft key twice.

GENERAL SETUP

TIME OFFSET

/ keys to select time offset

soft key to store the time

key until “

” with the /

” with the

00:00

SETUP

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

DIMMER CONTRAST TIME OFFSET

” is assigned,

+01:00 +00:30 00:00

key

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10.1.4 Time Display

-SETUP MENU-

-GENERAL SETUP-

-TIME DISPLAY-

-SETUP MENU-

-GENERAL SETUP-

-TIME FORMAT-

This selection selects the time area between the local time and the UTC time.

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Select “

GENERAL SETUP

key until “

” with the /

SETUP

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

keys, then press the soft key.

3. Select “ keys, then press the soft key.

4. Press the

LOCAL

“

5. Press the setting.

TIME DISPLAY

/ keys to select “

”.

soft key to store the selected

” with the

UTC

” or

CONTRAST TIME OFFSET TIME DISPLAY

UTC LOCAL

6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the

key or press the

soft key twice.

(

“UTC” mode

)

(

“LOCAL” mode

)

10.1.5 Time Format

This selection selects the time format between the 12-hour system and the 24-hour system.

1. Press and hold the

2. Select “ keys, then press the soft key.

3. Select “ keys, then press the soft key.

4. Press the “

5. Press the setting.

6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the

soft key twice.

24H

” appears.

GENERAL SETUP

TIME FORMAT

/ keys to select “

”.

soft key to store the selected

key until “

SETUP

” with the /

” with the

12H

” or

key or press the

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

TIME OFFSET TIME DISPLAY TIME FORMAT

12H 24H

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10.1.6 Key Beep (ON/OFF)

-SETUP MENU-

-GENERAL SETUP-

-KEY BEEP-

-SETUP MENU-

-NUMBER OF KEY-

-GENERAL SETUP-

-SOFT KEYS-

This section allows the level of the key beep to be adjusted or turned off.

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Select “ keys, then press the soft key.

3. Select “ then press the soft key.

4. Press the beep level.

5. Press the condition.

6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the

soft key twice.

Emergency alarm and beeps for DSC operation cannot be turned OFF.

GENERAL SETUP

KEY BEEP

/ keys to select desired

soft key to set the key beep

key until “

” with the /

” with the

key or press the

NOTE

SETUP

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

/ keys,

TIME OFFSET TIME DISPLAY KEY BEEP

LEVEL 5 LEVEL 4 LEVEL 3

10.1.7 Soft Keys

This menu item assigns the number of soft keys, soft key selection and how long the display will show the soft key icon after a soft key is pressed.

10.1.7.1 Selecting the Number of Soft Keys

1. Press and hold the key until “

” appears, then select “

SETUP

” with the

2. Press the soft key, then press the

/ key to “

3. Press the

/ key to “

4. Press the

/ key to select the number of soft

keys (3 through 10).

5. Press the selected setting.

6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the

press the soft key three times.

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/ key.

SOFT KEYS

soft key, then press the

NUMBER OF KEY

soft key, then press the

soft key to store the

SETUP

GENERAL

”.

key or

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

TIME DISPLAY KEY BEEP SOFT KEYS

NUMBER OF KEYS KEY ASSIGN KEY TIMER

3 4 5

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10.1.7.2 Assigning Soft Keys

-SETUP MENU-

-GENERAL SETUP-

-SOFT KEYS-

-KEY ASSIGN-

1. Press and hold the key until “

” appears, then select “

SETUP

” with the

/ key.

2. Press the soft key, then press the / key to “

3. Press the the / key to select “

SOFT KEYS

soft key, then press

KEY ASSIGN

(to change the function of selected soft keys).

4. Press the

soft key, then press

the / key to select the key that

SETUP

GENERAL

”.

”

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

TIME DISPLAY KEY BEEP SOFT KEYS

NUMBER OF KEYS KEY ASSIGN KEY TIMER

[ 1]:WX [ 2]:SCAN [ 3]:DW

you want to change.

5. Press the the / key to select the new

function to be assigned, and press the

soft key, then press

NONE SCAN DW

soft key. Available functions are

listed below.

DISPLAY FUNCTION

SCAN Starts and stops scanning.

DW Starts and stops the dual watch scan.

PRESET Saves or deletes the preset memory channel.

WX Immediately recalls the last select weather channel.

PRE0 to PRE9 Immediately recalls the preset memory channels.

6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to program the other soft keys. The factory defaults are Key 1: , Key 2: , Key 3:

PRESET

function.

7. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the

and Key 4:

key

or press the soft key four times.

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10.1.7.3 Selecting How Long the Soft Keys are Shown

-SETUP MENU-

-KEY TIMER-

-GENERAL SETUP-

-SOFT KEYS-

1. Press and hold the key until “

” appears, then select “

SETUP

” with the

2. Press the soft key, then press the / key to “

3. Press the / key to select “

how long the soft key icon will be shown on the display after a soft key is pressed, default is 4 seconds). Then, press the

soft key.

4. Press the time.

5. Press the

6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the or press the soft key three times.

/ key.

SOFT KEYS

key, then press the

KEY TIMER

/ key to select the

soft key to store the selected setting.

SETUP

GENERAL

”.

” (selects

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

TIME DISPLAY KEY BEEP SOFT KEYS

NUMBER OF KEYS KEY ASSIGN KEY TIMER

3 4 5

key

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10.2 CHANNEL FUNCTION SETUP

-SETUP MENU-

-CH FUNC SETUP-

-CH GROUP-

-CH FUNC SETUP-

-SETUP MENU-

-SCAN MEMORY-

10.2.1 Channel Group

(International, USA or Canada Band Selection)

To change the channel group from International to USA or Canada.

CH FUNC

CAN

”.

SETUP

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

CH GROUP SCAN MEMORY SCAN TYPE

GROUP1:USA GROUP2:INT GROUP3:CAN

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Press the / key to select “

SETUP

”.

3. Press the key to select “

4. Press the

5. Press the

channel group “

6. Press the

setting.

7. To exit this menu and return to radio operation

mode press the soft key twice.

soft key, then press the /

CH GROUP

soft key.

/ key to select desired

USA

soft key to store the selected

key until “

”.

INT

”, “

”, or “

key or press the

10.2.2 Scan Memory

To be able to scan channels the radio must be programmed. This section allows channels to be stored in scan memory.

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Press the / key to select “

SETUP

”.

3. Press the

/ key to select “

4. Press the

5. Press the

channel to be scanned, the press the key. The “MEM” icon appears on the display, which indicates the channel has been selected to the scan channel.

6. Repeat step 5 for all the desired channels to

be scanned.

soft key, then press the

soft key.

/ key to select a desired

key until “

SCAN MEMORY

SETUP

CH FUNC

”.

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

CH GROUP SCAN MEMORY SCAN TYPE

16 15 14

16 MEM 15 14

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7. To delete a channel from the list, select the channel then press the

-CH FUNC SETUP-

-SETUP MENU-

-SCAN TYPE-

-CH FUNC SETUP-

-SETUP MENU-

key. The “MEM” icon disappears from the display.

8. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the or press the soft key twice.

key

10.2.3 Scan Type

This selection is used to select the scan mode between “Memory Scan” and “Priority Scan”. The default setting is Priority Scan.

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Press the / key to select “

SETUP

”.

3. Press the

TYPE

” with the / key.

4. Press the

5. Press the

SCAN

6. Press the setting.

7. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the

soft key twice.

MEMORY SCAN

” or “

soft key, then select “

soft key.

/ key to select “

soft key to store the selected

key until “

”.

key or press the

SETUP

CH FUNC

SCAN

PRIORITY

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

CH GROUP SCAN MEMORY SCAN TYPE

PRIORITY SCAN MEMORY SCAN

10.2.4 Scan Resume

This selection is used to select the time the GX1200E waits after a transmission ends before the radio start to scan channels again. The default setting is 2 seconds.

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Press the / key to select “

SETUP

”.

3. Press the

RESUME

4. Press the

” with the / key.

soft key, then select “

soft key.

key until “

SETUP

CH FUNC

SCAN

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

SCAN MEMORY SCAN TYPE SCAN RESUME

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5. Press the / key to select the desired

-SCAN RESUME-

-SETUP MENU-

-CH FUNC SETUP-

-PRIORITY CH-

resume time, default is 2 seconds. The resume time can be set to “0” through “5”. In the “0” selection, the scanner will resume after the other station stops transmitting (carrier drops).

6. Press the soft key to store the selected setting.

7. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the or press the soft key twice.

5 4 3

10.2.5 Priority Channel

Allows selection of the priority channel.

key

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Select “ keys, then press the soft key.

3. Select “ keys, then press the soft key.

4. Press the to be a priority.

5. Press the setting.

6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the

soft key twice.

CH FUNC SETUP

PRIORITY CH

/ keys to select the channel

soft key to store the selected

key until “

” with the /

” with the

key or press the

SETUP

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP DSC SETUP

SCAN TYPE SCAN RESUME PRIORITY CH

16 15 14

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10.3 DSC SETUP

10.3.1 Individual Directory

To transmit an individual call you must program this directory with information of the persons you wish to call, similar to a cellular phones telephone direc-

tory.

Refer to section “9.5.1 Setting up the Individual / Position Call Directory” for programming.

10.3.2 Individual Reply

This menu item sets up the radio to automatically (default setting) or manually respond to a DSC individual call requesting you to switch to a working channel for voice communications. When the manual response is selected the MMSI of the calling vessel is shown allowing you to see who is calling. This function is similar to caller id on a cellular phone.

Refer to section “9.5.2 Setting up Individual Call Reply” for setting.

10.3.3 Individual Acknowledgement

The radio can be setup to transmit a reply automatically (default) or set so the radio will not reply to an individual call.

Refer to section “9.5.3 Setting up the Individual Acknowledge Message” for setting.

10.3.4 Individual Ringer

The radio can be setup to ring like a telephone to alert you the radio received a DSC individual call. The default setting is 2 minutes, however this can be changed to 15, 10 or 5 seconds.

Refer to section “9.5.6 Setting up Individual Call Ringer” for setting.

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10.3.5 Group Directory

-DSC SETUP-

-SETUP MENU-

-DSC BEEP-

For this function to operate, the same group MMSI must be programmed into all the DSC VHF radios within the group of vessels that will be using this feature. To understand group MMSI programming, rst a ship MMSI has to be understood.

Refer to section “9.6.1 Setting up a Group Call” for programming.

10.3.6 Position Reply

The GX1200E can be set up to automatically (default setting) or manually send your position when requested by another vessel. This selection is important if you are concerned about someone polling the position of your vessel that you may not want to. In the manual mode you will see the MMSI or persons name shown on the display allowing you to choose to send your position to the requesting vessel.

Refer to section “9.7.1 Setting up the Position Reply” for setting.

10.3.7 DSC Beep

This feature allows the alarm beeps to be turned on (default setting) or off when a DSC call is received. The DSC calls that can be customized are: individual, group, all ships, position request, position report, geographical call using the procedure below:

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Press the / key to select “ menu.

3. Press the

BEEP

” with the / key.

4. Press the

key to the desired DSC call type and press

the soft key.

5. Press the the DSC beep and press the soft key.

6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the

soft key twice.

soft key, then select “

soft key, then press the /

/ key to turn “ON” or “

key until “

key or press the

SETUP

DSC SETUP

DSC

OFF

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP

”

DSC SETUP

GROUP DIR POS REPLY DSC BEEP

SELECT CALL

”

INDIVIDUAL

BEEP:ON

SELECT CALL INDIVIDUAL BEEP:OFF

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10.3.8 Auto Channel Switching Time

-DSC SETUP-

-SETUP MENU-

-AUTO CH SW-

When a DSC distress call or an all ships call (urgency or safety) is received, the GX1200E will automatically switch to the channel 16. This menu selection allows the automatic switching time to be changed. The default selection is 30 seconds.

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

key until “

2. Press the / key to select “

SETUP

DSC SETUP

menu.

3. Press the

CH SW

” with the / key.

4. Press the

soft key, then select “

soft key, then press the /

AUTO

key to the desired time and press the

soft key.

Note: When “OFF” is selected here, the “ ”

icon will appear on the display.

5. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the

key or press the

soft key twice.

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP

”

DSC SETUP

POS REPLY DSC BEEP AUTO CH SW

10 SEC 20 SEC 30 SEC

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10.3.9 No Action during Menu Operation

-DSC SETUP-

-SETUP MENU-

-NO ACT-MENU-

-DSC SETUP-

-SETUP MENU-

-NO ACT-DSC-

If a key is not pressed during the setup menu or the DSC menu mode, the GX1200E will automatically return to radio operation. This menu selection allows the automatic switching time to be changed. The default selection is 10 minutes.

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Press the / key to select “ menu.

3. Press the

ACT-MENU

4. Press the

key to the desired time and press the

5. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the

soft key twice.

” with the / key.

soft key.

soft key, then select “

soft key, then press the /

key until “

key or press the

SETUP

DSC SETUP

N O

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP

”

DSC SETUP

DSC BEEP AUTO CH SW NO ACT-MENU

4 MIN 5 MIN 10 MIN

10.3.10 No Action during DSC Operation

If a key is not pressed during the DSC operation, the GX1200E will automatically return to radio operation. This menu selection allows the automatic switching time to be changed. The default selection is 15 minutes.

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Press the / key to select “ menu.

3. Press the

ACT-DSC

4. Press the

5. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the

soft key twice.

” with the / key.

key to the desired time and press the

soft key.

soft key, then select “

soft key, then press the /

key until “

key or press the

SETUP

DSC SETUP

N O

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP

”

DSC SETUP

AUTO CH SW NO ACT-MENU NO ACT-DSC

5 MIN 10 MIN 15 MIN

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10.3.11 No Action during Distress Operation

-DSC SETUP-

-SETUP MENU-

-NO ACT-DIST-

If a key is not pressed during the distress operation, the GX1200E will automatically return to radio operation. This menu selection allows the automatic switching time to be changed. The default selection is “OFF”.

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Press the / key to select “ menu.

3. Press the

ACT-DIST

4. Press the

key to the desired time and press the

5. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the

soft key twice.

” with the / key.

soft key.

soft key, then select “

soft key, then press the /

key until “

key or press the

SETUP

DSC SETUP

N O

GENERAL SETUP CH FUNC SETUP

”

DSC SETUP

NO ACT-MENU NO ACT-DSC NO ACT-DIST

OFF 1 MIN 2 MIN

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11 ATIS SETUP

-SETUP MENU-

-ATIS SETUP-

The GX1200E supports the ATIS (Automatic Transmitter Identification System) used in Inland waterways in Europe. When enabled ATIS mode transmits a unique ATIS code each time the Microphone’s PTT switch is released at the end of a transmission. Users should check with their local marine regulatory authority in their country for assistance in obtaining an ATIS code.

11.1 ATIS CH GROUP

The GX1200E has the capability to turn on and off the ATIS feature for each channel group.

1. Press and hold the

” appears.

2. Press the / keys to select the “

SETUP

”.

3. Press the keys to select the “

4. Press the

5. Press the

group you wish to change the setting, then press the soft key.

6. Press the

7. press the

setting.

8. Press the

display to the radio operation mode display.

The TX output power is set to “1W” automatically on the following channels of the Channel Group which turned on the ATIS feature.

CH 06, 08, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 71, 72, 74, 75, 76, and 77

soft key, then press the /

soft key.

/ keys to select the channel

/ keys to select “ON” or “

soft key to store the selected

soft key twice to return the

key until “

GROUP

”.

NOTE

SETUP

ATIS

OFF

”.

POS INPUT MMSI SETUP ATIS SETUP

ATIS CODE GROUP

SELECT GROUP INT ATIS:OFF

-ATIS SETUPSELECT GROUP INT ATIS:ON

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11.2 ATIS CODE PROGRAMMING

-SETUP MENU-

-ATIS SETUP-

1. Press and hold the key until “

” appears.

2. Press the / keys to select the “

SETUP

”.

3. Press the keys to select the “

4. Press the

5. Press the

number of your ATIS, then press the soft key to move the entry location to the right. If a mistake was made entering in the ATIS number, repeat pressing the soft key until the wrong number is selected, then press

the / keys to correct the entry.

6. Repeat step 5 to set your ATIS (ten digits).

7. When nished programming the ATIS number,

press and hold the will ask you to input the ATIS number again. Use steps 5 and 6 above, then press and hold the soft key.

8. Press the

number in memory.

9. Press the

display to the radio operation mode display.

soft key, then press the /

ATIS CODE

soft key.

/ keys to selec the first

soft key. The radio

soft key to store the ATIS

soft key twice to return the

SETUP

ATIS

”.

POS INPUT MMSI SETUP ATIS SETUP

ATIS CODE GROUP

INPUT ATIS ID:1234567890

INPUT AGAIN ID:----------

INPUT AGAIN ID:1234567890

STORED ID 1234567890

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12 MAINTENANCE

The inherent quality of the solid-state components used in this transceiver will provide many years of continuous use. Taking the following precautions however, will prevent damage to the transceiver.

• Never key the microphone unless an antenna or suitable dummy load is connected to the transceiver.

• Ensure that the supply voltage to the transceiver does not exceed 16 VDC or fall below 11 VDC.

• Use only STANDARD HORIZON-approved accessories and replacement

parts.

In the unlikely event of serious problems, please contact your Dealer or our repair facility.

12.1 REPLACEMENT PARTS

Commonly requested parts, and their part numbers are listed below.

• Power Cord: T9025406

• VOL/SQL Knob (Black): RA097700A

• VOL/SQL Knob (White): RA097310A

• Mounting Bracket (Black): RA097840A

• Mounting Bracket (White): RA097830A

• Mounting Bracket Knob (Black): RA0978600

• Mounting Bracket Knob (White): RA0978500

• Microphone Hanger (Black): RA0458800

• Microphone Hanger (White): RA0436000

12.2 FACTORY SERVICE

In the unlikely event that the radio fails to perform or needs servicing, please contact your dealer.

An “RA” (Return Authorisation) number is not necessary to send a product in for service. Include a brief note describing the problem along with your name, return address, phone number, and proof of purchase.

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12.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY

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 external speaker.

Receiving station report low transmit power, even with transceiver set to HI power.

“HI BATTERY” or “LO BATTERY” message is appeared when the power is turned on.

Your position is not displayed.

No DC voltage to the transceiver, or blown

fuse.

Reversed power wires.

Engine noise. Reroute the DC power cables away from the

Accessory cable. Check the connections of the accessory cable

Antenna. Have the antenna checked or test the trans-

The power supply voltage is too high or too low.

Accessory cable. Check the accessory cable connection.

Setting of the GPS navigation receiver.

a. Check the 12 VDC battery connections and

the fuse.

b. The VOL knob needs to be rotated clock-

wise to turn the radio on.

Check the power cable for DC voltage, or replace the fuse (6 A 250 V).

Make sure the red wire is connected to the positive (+) battery post, and the black wire is connected to the negative (-) battery post. If the fuse still blows, contact your Dealer.

engine. Add noise suppressor on power cable. Change to resistive spark plug wires and/or add an alternator whine lter.

(Possible short circuit on the External speaker cable WHITE/SHIELD).

ceiver with another antenna. If the problem persists, contact your Dealer for servicing.

Conrm that the connected power supply voltage is between 10 volts and 17 volts DC. Conrm that the generator has not malfunctioned.

Some GPS use the battery ground line for NMEA connection.

Check the output signal format of the GPS navigation receiver. This radio requires NMEA0183 format with GLL, RMC, GGA, or GNS sentence as an output signal. If the GPS has a baud rate setting make sure to select 4800 and parity to NONE.

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13 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS

Tables 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 Vessel Trafc System.

2. Alpha channel numbers, that is, channel numbers followed by the letter A (such as Channel 07A) are simplex channels on the U.S.A. or Canadian channel assignments whose counterparts in the International assignments are duplex channels. International channels do not use “alpha” numbers. If you call the Coast Guard on Channel 16, they will sometimes ask you to “go to channel 22 Alpha.” This is a channel assigned to U.S.A, and Canadian Coast Guards for handling distress and other calls. If your radio is set for International operation you will go to Channel 22 instead of 22A, and will not be able to communicate with the Coast Guard. To use Channel 22A, your radio must be set for USA or Canada operation, usually by a U/I/C (USA/International/Canada) control or combination of controls. Channel 22 (without an “A”) is an International duplex channel for port operations. Some radios indicate an “A” adjacent to the alpha channels on the display; on others “alpha” is not indicated but the proper channel is selected based on the U/I/C setting.

3. Bridge-to-Bridge channels (for example, Channel 13) are for use by bridge operators on inter-coastal waterways and rivers. It is also used by marine vessels in the vicinity of these bridges for navigation and for communicating with the bridge operators. Note that a limit of 1 Watt is specied for these channels.

4. The S/D column on the chart indicates either S (simplex) or D (duplex). Simplex means transmitting and receiving on the same frequency. Only one party at a time can talk, unlike a telephone. Be sure to say “over” and release your microphone push-to-talk switch at the end of each transmission. Duplex operation involves the use of one frequency for transmitting and a separate frequency for receiving. On channels specied as duplex on the charts, correct mode of operation is established automatically by your radio when you select a channel; you cannot change the mode. And you still must release the push-to-talk switch after each transmission in order to listen to the radio.

5. Channels normally used by recreational boaters are those that include the term “non-commercial” in the Channel Use column of the chart. Some of these are shared with other users and some are used only in certain geographic regions.

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6. Marine vessels equipped with VHF radios are required to monitor Channel 16.

CH TX (MHz) RX (MHz) SIMPLEX/DUPLEX LOW PWR CHANNEL USE

01 156.050 160.650 DUPLEX – TELEPHONE 02 156.100 160.700 DUPLEX – TELEPHONE 03 156.150 160.750 DUPLEX – TELEPHONE 04 156.200 160.800 DUPLEX – INTL 05 156.250 160.850 DUPLEX – INTL 06 156.300 156.300 SIMPLEX – SAFETY 07 156.350 160.950 DUPLEX – INTL 08 156.400 156.400 SIMPLEX – COMMERCIAL 09 156.450 156.450 SIMPLEX – CALLING 10 156.500 156.500 SIMPLEX – COMMERCIAL 11 156.550 156.550 SIMPLEX – VTS 12 156.600 156.600 SIMPLEX – VTS 13 156.650 156.650 SIMPLEX – BRG/BRG 14 156.700 156.700 SIMPLEX – VTS 15 156.750 156.750 SIMPLEX LOW COMMERCIAL 16 156.800 156.800 SIMPLEX – DISTRESS 17 156.850 156.850 SIMPLEX LOW SAR 18 156.900 161.500 DUPLEX – INTL 19 156.950 161.550 DUPLEX – INTL 20 157.000 161.600 DUPLEX – PORT OPR 21 157.050 161.650 DUPLEX – INTL 22 157.100 161.700 DUPLEX – INTL 23 157.150 161.750 DUPLEX – INTL 24 157.200 161.800 DUPLEX – TELEPHONE 25 157.250 161.850 DUPLEX – TELEPHONE 26 157.300 161.900 DUPLEX – TELEPHONE 27 157.350 161.950 DUPLEX – TELEPHONE 28 157.400 162.000 DUPLEX – TELEPHONE 60 156.025 160.625 DUPLEX – TELEPHONE 61 156.075 160.675 DUPLEX – INTL 62 156.125 160.725 DUPLEX – INTL 63 156.175 160.775 DUPLEX – INTL 64 156.225 160.825 DUPLEX – TELEPHONE 65 156.275 160.875 DUPLEX – INTL 66 156.325 160.925 DUPLEX – INTL 67 156.375 156.375 SIMPLEX – BRG/BRG 68 156.425 156.425 SIMPLEX – SHIP-SHIP 69 156.475 156.475 SIMPLEX – PLEAURE 70 - 156.525 SIMPLEX – DSC 71 156.575 156.575 SIMPLEX – PLEASURE 72 156.625 156.625 SIMPLEX – SHIP-SHIP 73 156.675 156.675 SIMPLEX – PORT OPR 74 156.725 156.725 SIMPLEX – PORT OPR 75 156.775 156.775 SIMPLEX LOW PORT OPR

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CH TX (MHz) RX (MHz) SIMPLEX/DUPLEX LOW PWR CHANNEL USE

76 156.825 156.825 SIMPLEX LOW PORT OPR 77 156.875 156.875 SIMPLEX – PORT OPR 78 156.925 161.525 DUPLEX – INTL 79 156.975 161.575 DUPLEX – INTL 80 157.025 161.625 DUPLEX – INTL 81 157.075 161.675 DUPLEX – INTL 82 157.125 161.725 DUPLEX – INTL 83 157.175 161.775 DUPLEX – INTL 84 157.225 161.825 DUPLEX – TELEPHONE 85 157.275 161.875 DUPLEX – TELEPHONE 86 157.325 161.925 DUPLEX – TELEPHONE 87 157.375 157.375 SIMPLEX – PORT OPR

88 157.425 157.425 SIMPLEX – PORT OPR M1 157.850 157.850 SIMPLEX – – M2 161.425 161.425 SIMPLEX – –

NOTE 1: Channel M1 and M2 are assigned to only U.K. version.

2: Channel Asignment is different depending on the transceiver version.

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14 SPECIFICATIONS

Performance specications are nominal, unless otherwise indicated, and are subject to change without notice.

14.1 GENERAL

Channels ................................................ All USA, International and Canadian

Input Voltage...........................................................................13.8 VDC ±20%

Current Drain

Standby ............................................................................................... 0.3 A

Receive ............................................................................................... 1.0 A

Transmit ....................................................................... 5.5 A (Hi); 1.5 A (Lo)

Individual DSC Directory Memory ................................................................48

Group DSC Directory Memory......................................................................20

DSC Log Memory (Transmitted) ................................................................... 20

DSC Log Memory (Distress) .........................................................................20

DSC Log Memory (Received).......................................................................38

Dimensions (W x H x D) ................................................... 155 x 60 x 170 mm

Flush-Mount Dimensions (W x H x D) ............................... 131 x 51 x 170 mm

Weight .....................................................................................................920 g

14.2 TRANSMITTER

Frequency Range ......................................................156.025 to 157.425 MHz

RF Output .......................................................................... 25 W (Hi); 1 W (Lo)

Conducted Spurious Emissions.....................................80 dB (Hi); 66 dB (Lo)

Audio Response .................................................within +1/–3 of a 6 dB/octave

pre-emphasis characteristic at 300 to 3000 Hz

Audio Distortion ..........................................................................................5 %

Modulation ......................................................... 16K0G3E, for DSC 16K0G2B

Frequency Stability (–20°C to +50°C) .............................................±0.0003 %

FM Hum and Noise..................................................................................50 dB

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14.3 RECEIVER

Frequency Range ......................................................156.050 to 163.275 MHz

Sensitivity

20 dB SINAD .................................................................................... 0.3 µV

20 dB SINAD (70 CH Receiver) ....................................................... 0.3 µV

Squelch Sensitivity (Threshold) ...................................................... 0.25 µV

Modulation Acceptance Bandwidth.....................................................±7.5 kHz

Selectivity

Spurious and Image Rejection ........................................................–75 dB

Intermodulation and Rejection at 12 dB SINAD ............................. –70 dB

Audio Output............................................................................................4.5 W

Audio Response ................................................within + 1/–3 of a 6 dB/octave

de-emphasis characteristic at 300 to 3000 Hz

Frequency Stability (-20°C to +50°C) ..............................................±0.0003 %

Channel Spacing ...................................................................................25 kHz

DSC Format ................................................................................ ITU-R M.493

NMEA Input/Output............................................................Output - DSC, DSE

Input - GLL, GGA, RMC and GNS

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Attention in case of use

This transceiver works on frequencies which are not generally permitted. For frequency allocation, apply for a licence at your local spectrum management authority. For actual usage contact your dealer or sales shop in order to get your transceiver adjusted to the allocated frequency range.

AT BE BG CY CZ DE DK ES EE FI FR GB GR HR

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List of national codes

Disposal of your Electronic and Electric Equipment

Products with the symbol (crossed-out wheeled bin) cannot be disposed as household waste. Electronic and Electric Equipment should be recycled at a facility capable of handling these items and their waste byproducts. In EU countries, please contact your local equipment supplier representative or service center for information about the waste collection system in your country.

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Yaesu UK Ltd

Unit 12, Sun Valley Business Park Winnall Close Winchester SO23 OLB United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0)1962 866667 Fax: +44 (0)1962 856801 Email: sales@yaesu.co.uk

Declaration of Conformity

We, Yaesu UK Ltd. certify and declare under our sole responsibility that the following equipment complies with the essential requirements of the Directive 1999/5/EC and 2011/65/EU.

e of Equipment: VHF Marine Transceiver Brand Name: STANDARD HORIZON Model Number: GX1200E Manufacturer: YAESU MUSEN CO.LTD

Address of Manufacturer:

Applicable Standards:

This equipment is tested to and conforms to the essential requirements of directive, as included in following standards:

Radio Standard:

EMC Standard:

Safety Standard:

The technical documentation as required by the Conformity Assessment procedures is kept at the following address:

Company: Yaesu UK Ltd Address: Unit 12, Sun Valley Business Park,

Technical Construction File: Issued by Yaesu Musen Co. Ltd, Tokyo, Japan File No: YETA00143a

Drawn up in: Winchester, United Kingdom

Date: 1st November 2013

Nr. YUK-DOC-1101-13

Tennozu Parkside Buildin Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, 140-0002, Japan

EN 300 698-01 V1.4.1 EN 300 698-03 V1.2.1 EN 301 025-02 V1.4.1 EN 301 025-03 V1.4.1 EN 301 843-1 V1.2.1 EN 301 843-2 V1.2.1 EN 60950-1:2006+A12:2011 EN 50385:2002: RF Safety EN 50581:2012

Winnall Close, Winchester SO23 0LB

Name and position: PCJ Bigwood,

, 2-5-8 Higashi-Shinagawa,

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Technical Sales Manager

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YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD.

Tennozu Parkside Building 2-5-8 Higashi-Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 140-0002 Japan

YAESU USA

6125 Phyllis Drive, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A.

YAESU UK

Unit 12, Sun Valley Business Park, Winnall Close Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 0LB, U.K.

YAESU HK

Unit 2002, 20/F, 9 Chong Yip Street, Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong

EM037N220

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No portion of this manual may be reproduced without the permission of YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD.

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