Standard horizon GX2100, GX2000 User Manual
MATRIX SERIES
GX2000 and GX2100
25 Watt VHF/FM
Marine Transceivers
Owner's Manual
z Integrated dual channel AIS (Automatic Identification System) receiver (GX2100)
z AIS (Automatic Identification System) receiver or transponder connection (GX2000)
z AIS target display: MMSI. Call Sign, Ship Name, BRG, DST, SOG, and COG
z Contact AIS Ship with DSC*
z 38400 AIS VDM sentence output to compatible GPS Chart Plotter (GX2100)
z 80 dB Commercial grade receiver
z Class D DSC (Digital Selective Calling) with Individual, All Ship, Position Report, Posi-
tion Request, and Distress.
z Automatically poll up to 4 ships
z Independent Channel 70 receiver built-in for continuous DSC watch
z Local/Distance attenuator
z Enter, Save, and Navigation to waypoint with Compass page
z Navigation to a DSC Distress Call
z Submersible JIS-7 / IPX7 (3.3 feet for 30 minutes)
z ClearVoice noise canceling speaker microphone with channel selection and 16/9 key
z Oversized rotary channel knob with push to enter, backlit display and keys
z 30 Watt PA/Loud Hailer with pre-programmed fog signals and (listen back GX2100)
z Capable of connecting an optional RAM3 second station remote microphone
z Intercom between radio and RAM3
z DSC position request and report function when connected to compatible GPS chart
plotter
z Voice Scrambler (optional)
z One button access to Channel 16 and 9
z User programmable soft keys
z Navigation (LAT/LON, SOG, and COG) information shown on display
z E2O (Easy-To-Operate) menu system
Ú When connected to an optional GPS (GX2100)
When connected to an optional GPS and AIS receiver or transponder (GX2000)
Ú
Ú
Ú
Ú
MATRIX AIS GX2100 MATRIX GX2000
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Quick Reference Guide .............................................................................................................................. 4, 5
1 GENERAL INFORMATION ....................................................................................................................... 8
2 PACKING LIST.......................................................................................................................................... 9
3 OPTIONS................................................................................................................................................... 9
4 SAFETY/WARNING INFORMATION ...................................................................................................... 10
5 FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION ...................................................................................................11
6 FCC NOTICE ........................................................................................................................................... 12
7 GETTING STARTED ............................................................................................................................... 13
7.1 ABOUT VHF RADIO................................................................................................................. 13
7.2 SELECTING AN ANTENNA ..................................................................................................... 13
7.3 COAXIAL CABLE ...................................................................................................................... 14
7.4 EMERGENCY (CHANNEL 16 USE)........................................................................................... 15
7.5 CALLING ANOTHER VESSEL (CHANNEL 16 OR 9) .............................................................. 16
7.5 MAKING TELEPHONE CALLS ................................................................................................ 17
7.7 OPERATING ON CHANNELS 13 AND 67 ............................................................................ 17
8 INSTALLA TION ....................................................................................................................................... 18
8.1 LOCATION ................................................................................................................................. 18
8.2 MOUNTING THE RADIO............................................................................................................ 18
8.3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ................................................................................................. 20
8.4 ACCESSORY CABLE ............................................................................................................... 21
8.5 CHECKING GPS CONNECTIONS .......................................................................................... 23
8.6 CHANGING THE GPS TIME................................................................................................... 24
8.7 CHANGING THE TIME LOCATION ........................................................................................ 24
8.8 CHANGING THE TIME FORMAT ............................................................................................ 24
8.9 CHANGING COG TO TRUE OR MAGNETIC....................................................................... 25
8.10 OPTIONAL CMP30 (RAM3) INSTALLATION ............................................................................. 26
9 CONTROLS AND INDICA TORS ............................................................................................................. 28
9.1 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS.......................................................................................... 28
10 BASIC OPERATION................................................................................................................................ 33
10.1 PROHIBITED COMMUNICATIONS .......................................................................................... 33
10.2 RECEPTION............................................................................................................................... 33
10.3 TRANSMISSION ........................................................................................................................ 33
10.4 TRANSMIT TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT) ...................................................................................... 34
10.5 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE ........................................................................................ 34
10.6 DISPLAY TYPE ......................................................................................................................... 34
10.7 USA, CANADA, AND INTERNATIONAL MODE ...................................................................... 35
10.8 NOAA WEATHER CHANNELS ................................................................................................ 35
10.9 DUAL WATCH (TO CH16) ......................................................................................................... 36
10.10 SCANNING................................................................................................................................. 37
10.11 PRESET CHANNELS (0 ~ 9): INSTANT ACCESS ................................................................ 39
10.12 PA/FOG Operation .................................................................................................................... 40
10.13 INTERCOM OPERATION ......................................................................................................... 43
10.14 VOICE SCRAMBLER ..........................................................................................................
11 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING ............................................................................................................. 46
11.1 GENERAL .................................................................................................................................. 46
11.2 MARITIME MOBILE SERVICE IDENTITY (MMSI) ................................................................. 46
11.2.1 What is an MMSI? ................................................................................................... 46
11.2.2 Programming the MMSI............................................................................................ 47
11.3 DSC DISTRESS CALL ............................................................................................................. 48
11.3.1 Transmitting a DSC Distress Call ........................................................................... 48
11.3.2 Receiving a DSC Distress Call ............................................................................... 51
11.4 ALL SHIPS CALL ..................................................................................................................... 52
11.4.1 Transmitting an All Ships Call................................................................................. 52
11.4.2 Receiving an All Ships Call..................................................................................... 53
11.5 INDIVIDUAL CALL .................................................................................................................... 54
11.5.1 Setting up the Individual / Position Call Directory ................................................. 54
11.5.2 Setting up Individual Reply ...................................................................................... 55
11.5.3 Setting up Individual / Group Call Ringer ............................................................... 55
11.5.4 Transmitting an Individual Call ................................................................................ 56
11.5.5 Receiving an Individual Call .................................................................................... 58
11.6 CALL WAITING DIRECTORY .................................................................................................. 59
11.6.1 Enabling the Call Waiting Feature .......................................................................... 59
11.6.2 Reviewing Received Calls Logged into the Call Waiting Directory ..................... 59
11.6.3 Deleting a call from the "DSC LOG" directory ............................................................ 60
11.7 GROUP CALL ........................................................................................................................... 61
11.7.1 Setup a Group Call .................................................................................................. 61
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11.7.2 Transmitting a Group Call........................................................................................ 63
11.7.3 Receiving a Group Call............................................................................................ 64
11.8 POSITION REQUEST ............................................................................................................... 65
11.8.1 Setting up Position Reply ........................................................................................ 65
11.8.2 Transmitting a Position Request to Another Vessel ............................................. 66
11.8.3 Receiving a Position Request ................................................................................. 67
11.9 POSITION REPORT ................................................................................................................. 68
11.9.1 Transmitting a DSC Position Report Ringer.......................................................... 68
11.9.2 Transmitting a DSC Position Report Call .............................................................. 68
11.9.3 Receiving a DSC Position Report Call .................................................................. 70
11.10 MANUAL INPUTTING OF A GPS LOCATION (LAT/LON) ................................................... 71
11.11 AUTO DSC POLLING ................................................................................................................ 72
11.11.1 Selecting Stations to be Automatically Polled (tracked) ....................................... 72
12 RADIO SETUP MODE ............................................................................................................................ 74
13 AIS / COMPASS SETUP......................................................................................................................... 89
14 WAYPOINTS............................................................................................................................................ 93
15 AIS OPERATION.................................................................................................................................... 97
16 ENHANCED RAM+ MIC OPERATION ...................................................................................................99
17 MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................................................... 102
18 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS .................................................................................................................. 104
19 WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................................... 110
20 RESET PROCEDURES .........................................................................................................................113
21 SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................................................................. 114
11.12.2 Enable/Disable Auto DSC Polling ............................................................................ 73
12.1 DISPLAY..................................................................................................................................... 74
12.2 LOCAL DISTANCE ATTENUATOR .......................................................................................... 75
12.3 LAMP ADJUSTING.................................................................................................................... 75
12.4 Display CONTRAST .................................................................................................................. 76
12.5 TIME OFFSET ........................................................................................................................... 77
12.6 TIME AREA ............................................................................................................................... 78
12.7 TIME DISPLAY .......................................................................................................................... 78
12.8 UNIT OF MEASURE ................................................................................................................ 79
12.9 MAGNETIC................................................................................................................................. 80
12.10 KEY BEEP ................................................................................................................................. 80
12.11 FOG ALERT TONE FREQUENCY ............................................................................................ 81
12.12 SOFT KEY ................................................................................................................................. 82
12.13 CH GROUP ................................................................................................................................ 83
12.14 SCAN MEMORY........................................................................................................................ 83
12.15 SCAN TYPE .............................................................................................................................. 84
12.16 SCAN RESUME ......................................................................................................................... 84
12.17 PRIORITY CHANNEL ............................................................................................................... 85
12.18 WEATHER ALERT .................................................................................................................... 85
12.19 CHANNEL NAME ...................................................................................................................... 86
12.20 STATION NAME ........................................................................................................................ 87
12.21 SCRAMBLER ............................................................................................................................. 88
13.1 AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (AIS) ..................................................................... 89
13.2 DIRECTION ................................................................................................................................ 90
13.3 ACTIVATION RANGE ................................................................................................................ 90
13.3 CPA ALARM .............................................................................................................................. 91
13.4 TCPA ALARM ............................................................................................................................ 91
13.5 DISPLAY RANGE.............................................................................................................
14.1 STORING WAYPOINTS ............................................................................................................ 93
14.2 EDITING A WAYPOINT ............................................................................................................ 94
14.3 DELETENG A WAYPOINT .......................................................................................................94
14.4 SAVING A DSC POSITION CALL AS A WAYPOINT ............................................................ 95
14.5 NAVIGATING TO A SAVED WAYPOINT ................................................................................ 95
14.6 STOP NAVIGATING TO A WAYPOINT .................................................................................. 96
15.1 AIS RANGE ............................................................................................................................... 98
16.1 RAM+ MIC CONTROLS ........................................................................................................... 99
17.1 REPLACEMENT PARTS......................................................................................................... 102
17.2 FACTORY SERVICE ............................................................................................................... 102
17.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART ............................................................................................... 103
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
[
PWR/VOL] K
c
Press and hold this knob until the LCD
turns on, and adjust the audio level.
NOB
[CH]
K
d
Selects the operating channel.
NOB
[
16/9] B
g
y Press to recall chan-
nel 16.
y Press and hold to
recall channel 9.
[
PTT] S
h
Place your mouth
about 1/2 inch away
from Mic hole and
speak in a norma
voice level while
pressing this
switch.
UTTON
WITCH
M
[
H/L] B
f
When pressed,
toggles the transmit
power between High
(25W) and Low (1W).
ICROPHONE
UTTON
[
SQL] K
e
Move this control
clockwise to squelch
or counter clockwise
un-squelch the radio.
[
TT
T
TT
d
Selects the operating
channel.
[
16/9] B
g
y Press to recall
channel 16.
y Press and hold to
recall channel 9.
NOB
]
[
]
SS
/
S
K
EY
SS
UTTON
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
[
DISTRESS] B
Note: for this key to
operate a MMSI must
be programmed.
T o transmit a DSC Distress call, lift the red
cover, press the Distress button once,
then press and hold
until the radio alarms.
UTTON
[
]
S
OFT
K
EY
The 3 soft keys underneath the display can
be customized, refer
to section “12.12
SOFT KEY”.
The factory defaults
are Key 1: [PA/FOG],
2: [IC], and 3: [SCAN
key.
[CH]
y Select a Marin VHF
or NOAA Wather
channel.
y Select the item in
the “SETUP MENU”
and “DSC MENU”.
y When the “SETUP
MENU” or “DSC
MENU” is selected,
]
pressing this knob
saves a selection.
K
NOB
[
CALL/MENU] B
y Press to access the
“DSC MENU”, refer
to section “11 DIGI-
TAL SELECTIVE
CALLING”.
y Press and hold to
access the “SETUP
MENU”, refer to
section “12 RADIO
SETUP MODE”.
UTTON
[
CLR/WX] B
y Press to cancel a
menu selection.
y Press and hold to
recall the last-used
NOAA Weather
Channel.
UTTON
[
AIS] B
UTTON
Press to change the
display to AIS (Automatic Identification
System) mode.
To setup AIS features,
refer to section “13
AIS / COMPASS
SETUP”.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Radio Wire s
Gray
Blue
Green
Plotte r Conn ecti on
( )
NMEA IN
( )
NMEA OUT
NMEA COMMON
( )
Red Black
12 V Battery
GPS Chart Plotter
NMEA COMMON
Brown
NMEA-HS OUT
Red
Shield
White
Shield
PA Speaker
External Speaker
MA TRIX GX2000
Gray
NMEA IN
Green
NMEA COMMON
Blue
NMEA OUT
NMEA-HS IN
Brown
Plotte r Conn ecti onRadio Wire s
Red
Shield
PA Speaker
( )
AIS Receiver
( )
Red Black
12 V Battery
GPS Chart Plotter
( )
( )
( )
( )
White
Shield
External Speaker
MA TRIX AIS GX2100
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DESKTOP/OVERHEAD MOUNTING THE RADIO
The supplied universal mounting bracket allows desktop or overhead mounting.
Use a 13/64” (5.2-mm) bit to drill the holes to a surface which is more 0.4 inch
(10 mm) thick and can support more than 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg) and secure the
bracket with the supplied screws, spring washers, flat washers, and nuts.
DESKTOP MOUNTING OVERHEAD MOUNTING
FLUSH MOUNTING THE RADIO
The optional MMB-84 Flush-Mount Bracket allows flush mounting the radio to
your vessel.
1. Use the supplied template to mark the location where the rectangular hole
is to be cut. Confirm the space behind the dash or panel is deep enough to
accommodate the transceiver (at least 6.7 inches or 17 cm deep).
There should be at least 1/2
inch (1.3 cm) between the
Bracket
Adjusting Screw
transceiver’s heatsink and any
wiring, cables or structures.
2. Cut out the rectangular hole
and insert the transceiver.
3. Fasten the optional MMB-84
brackets to the sides of the
transceiver with the lock
Lock-washer nut combination
washer nut combination; so that the mounting screw base faces the mounting surface.
4. Turn the adjusting screw to adjust the tension so that the transceiver is
tight against the mounting surface.
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1 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
The STANDARD HORIZON MATRIX Series GX2000 and GX2100 Marine VHF/
FM Marine transceiver are designed to be used in USA, International and Canadian Marine bands. The GX2000 and GX2100 can be operated from 11 to
16 VDC and has a switchable RF output power of 1 watt or 25 watts.
MA TRIX AIS GX2100
Integrates a dual channel AIS (Automatic Identification System) receiver to
display AIS vessel information (MMSI, Call Sign, Ship Name, BRG, DST, SOG
and COG) directly on the VHF radio, so you will know what is out there in any
conditions. The GX2100 is also capable of entering and saving up to 100
waypoints, which may be selected and navigated to by using a unique navigation compass display. The MATRIX AIS allows you to contact an AIS Ship
directly using DSC, show your vessels position in relation to AIS targets and
alert you when an AIS ship may be approaching too close to your location via
the Closest Point of Approach (CPA) Alarm. To receive AIS targets from ships
with AIS class A or B transponders. Simply connect the normal VHF antenna
(only one antenna needed!)
MATRIX - GX2000
For the mariner who already has AIS on-board and desires a VHF with the
features of the MA TRIX AIS, the MATRIX GX2000 has a connection for an AIS
receiver or transponder.
The MATRIX Series VHF’ s are cap able of DSC (Digital Selective Calling) Class
D operation. Class D operation allows continuous receiving of Digital Selective
Calling functions on channel 70 even if the radio is receiving a call. The MATRIX Series VHF's operate on all currently-allocated marine channels which
are switchable for use with USA, International, or Canadian regulations. Emergency channel 16 can be immediately selected from any channel by pressing
the red [16/9] key. NOAA Weather channels can also be accessed immediately by pressing and holding the [CLR(WX)] key.
Other features of the MATRIX Series VHF’s include: Speaker Microphone,
30W PA/Fog, optional RAM3 second station remote-control microphone with
display, multi-station intercom with RAM3, scanning, priority scanning, submersible speaker mic, high and low voltage warning, and GPS repeatability.
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2 PACKING LIST
When the package containing the transceiver is first opened, please check it
for the following contents:
y GX2000 or GX2100 Transceiver
y Mounting Bracket and hardware
y Owner’s Manual
y Warning Sticker
y Flush Mount Template
y Power Cord
3 OPTIONS
MMB-84 .........................................................................Flush-Mount Bracket
CMP30B/W ...............Remote-Access Microphone (RAM+ Mic, Black/White)
CT-100 ...............................................23-foot Extension Cable for RAM3 Mic
CVS2500...............................................................................Voice Scrambler
MLS-310 ............10W amplified External Speaker with on/off Volume control
MLS-300 .................................................................... External Loud Speaker
220SW .....................................................................4.5” Round Hail/PA Horn
240SW ........................................................ 5” x 8” Rectangular Hail/PA Horn
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4 SAFETY / WARNING INFORMATION
This radio is restricted to occupational use, work related operations only where
the radio operator must have the knowledge to control the exposure conditions of its passengers and bystanders by maintaining the minimum separation distance of 0.89 m (2.92 feet). Failure to observe these restrictions will
result in exceeding the FCC RF exposure limits.
Antenna Installation:
The antenna must be located at least 0.89 m (2.92 feet) away from passengers in order to comply with the FCC RF exposure requirements.
ON-LINE WARRANTY REGISTRATION (in USA or Canada only)
Please visit www.standardhorizon.com to register the GX2000/GX2100
Marine VHF. It should be noted that visiting the Web site from time to
time may be beneficial to you, as new products are released they will
appear on the STANDARD HORIZON Web site.
PRODUCT SUPPORT INQUIRIES
If you have any questions or comments regarding the use of the GX2000/
GX2100, you can visit the STANDARD HORIZON Web site to send an
E-Mail or contact the Product Support team at (800) 767-2450 M-F 7:005:00PST.
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5 FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION
Standard Horizon radios comply with the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service.
5.1 STATION LICENSE
An FCC ship station license is no longer required for any vessel traveling in
U.S. waters (except Hawaii) which is under 20 meters in length. However, any
vessel required to carry a marine radio on an international voyage, carrying a
HF single side band radiotelephone or marine satellite terminal is required to
have a ship station license. FCC license forms, including applications for ship
(605) and land station licenses can be downloaded via the Internet at http://
www.fcc.gov/Forms/Form605/605.html. To obtain a form from the FCC, call
(888) 225-5322.
5.2 RADIO CALL SIGN
Currently the FCC does not require recreational boaters to have a Ship Radio
Station License. The USCG recommends the boat s registration number and
the state to be used when calling another vessel.
5.3 CANADIAN SHIP STATION LICENSING
You may need a license when traveling in Canada. If you do need a license
contact their nearest field office or regional office or write:
Industry Canada
Radio Regulatory Branch
Attn: DOSP
300 Slater Street
Ottawa, Ontario
Canada, KIA 0C8
5.4 FCC / INDUSTRY CANADA INFORMATION
The following data pertaining to the transceiver is necessary to fill out the license application.
Type Acceptance .........................................................................FCC Part 80
Output Power ...............................................1 Watt (low) and 25 Watts (high)
Emission.........................................................................16K0G3E, 16K0G2B
Frequency Range.................................................... 156.025 to 163.275 MHz
FCC Type Number .................................................................. K6630443X3D
Industry Canada Type Approval ............................................511B-30443X3S
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6 FCC NOTICE
NOTICE
Unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void compliance with FCC Rules. Any change or modification must be approved
in writing by STANDARD HORIZON.
NOTICE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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7 GETTING STARTED
7.1 ABOUT VHF RADIO
The radio frequencies used in the VHF marine band lie between 156 and 158
MHz with some shore stations available between 161 and 163 MHz. The 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 fixed mount
25W radio transmission expected distances can be greater than 15 miles, for
a portable 5W radio transmission the expected distance can be greater than 5
miles in “line of sight”.
7.2 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 3 foot, 3dB gain antenna represents twice as much
gain over the imaginary antenna.
Typically a 3 foot 3dB gain stainless steel whip is used on a sailboat mast. The
longer 8 foot 6dB fiberglass whip is primarily used on power boats that require
the additional gain.
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7.3 COAXIAL CABLE
VHF antennas are connected to the transceiver by means of a coaxial cable –
a shielded transmission line. Coaxial cable is specified by it’s diameter and
construction.
For runs less than 20 feet, RG-58/U, about 1/4 inch in diameter is a good
choice. For runs over 20 feet but less than 50 feet, the larger RG-8X or RG213/U should be used for cable runs over 50 feet RG-8X should be used. For
installation of the connector onto the coaxial cable refer to the figure below.
1/16''
3/4''
1 1/8''
Adapte r
3/4''
1/8''
5/8''3/8''
To get your coax cable through a fitting 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 come with the connector . Be sure to make
good soldered connections.
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7.4 EMERGENCY (CHANNEL 16 USE
Channel 16 is known as the Hail and Distress Channel. An emergency may be
defined as a threat to life or property. In such instances, be sure the transceiver
is on and set to CHANNEL 16. Then use the following procedure:
1. Press the microphone push-to-talk switch and say “Mayday, Mayday, May-
day. 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 harbor entry.
4. Explain the nature of your distress (sinking, collision, aground, fire, heart
attack, life-threatening injury, etc.).
5. State the kind of assistance your 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 GX2000 and GX2100 have DSC Distress calling, that can transmit
a distress call digitally to all ships with compatible DSC radios. Refer to
section “11 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALL”.
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7.5 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 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 significantly in U.S. waters by
using channel 9 as the initial contact (hailing) channel for non-emergency
communications. Here, also, calling time should 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 of the U.S. VHF Charts 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
traffic, and then go back to either channel 16 or 9 for your initial contact.
When the hailing channel (16 or 9) is clear, st ate 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.
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7.6 MAKING TELEPHONE CALLS
To make a radiotelephone call, use a channel designated for this purpose, The
fastest way to learn which channels are used for radiotelephone traffic is to
ask at a local marina. Channels available for such traffic are designated Pub-
lic Correspondence channels on the channel charts in this manual. Some
examples for USA use are Channels 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 84, 85, 86, and 87.
Call the marine operator and identify yourself by your vessel’s name, The marine
operator will then ask you how you will pay for the call (telephone credit card,
collect, etc.) and then link your radio transmission to the telephone lines.
The marine telephone company managing the VHF channel you are using
may charge a link-up fee in addition to the cost of the call.
7.7 OPERATING ON CHANNELS 13 AND 67
Channel 13 is used at docks and bridges and by vessels maneuvering in port.
Messages on this channel must concern navigation only , such as meeting and
passing in restricted waters.
Channel 67 is used for navigational traffic 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 (H/L key) for means to temporarily override the
low-power limit on these two channels.
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8 INSTALLATION
8.1 LOCATION
The radio can be mounted at any angle. Choose a mounting location that:
• is far enough from any compass to avoid any deviation in compass reading due to the speaker magnet
• 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 3 feet from radio
• choose a mounting location that is at least 3 feet away from the radio's
antenna.
Note: To insure the radio does not affect the compass or 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.
8.2 MOUNTING THE RADIO
8.2.1 Supplied Mounting Bracket
The supplied mounting bracket allows overhead or desktop mounting.
Use a 13/64” (5.2-mm) bit to drill the holes to a surface which is more 0.4 inch
(10 mm) thick and can support more than 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg) and secure the
bracket with the supplied screws, spring washers, flat washers, and nuts.
DESKTOP MOUNTING OVERHEAD MOUNTING
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8.2.2 Optional MMB-84 Flush Mount Bracket
1. Make a rectangular template for the flush mount measuring 2.6” H x
6.3” W (65 x 161 mm).
2. Use the template to mark the location where the rectangular hole is to be
cut. Confirm the space behind the dash or panel is deep enough to accommodate the transceiver (at least 6 inches deep).
There should be at least 1/2 inch 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
(see illustration below).
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
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8.3 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:
1. Mount the antenna at least 3 feet away from the radio. At the rear of the
radio, connect the antenna cable. The antenna cable must have a PL259
connector attached. RG-8/U coaxial cable must be used if the antenna is
25 feet or more from the radio. RG58 cable can be used for distances less
than 25 feet.
2. Connect the red power wire to a 13.8 VDC ±20% power source. Connect
the black power wire to a negative ground.
3. If an optional remote extension speaker is to be used, refer to section 3.3
for connections.
4. It is advisable to have a Certified Marine Technician check the power output and the standing wave ratio of the antenna after installation.
Optional CMP30 Remote MIC
Optional HAIL/PA Horn
Antenna
Red
Power Source
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Water proof
Deck Outlet
Black
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Fuse
Optional Speaker
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GPS Navigation Re c eiver
Fuse Replacement
To take out the Fuse from the Fuse Holder, hold
both ends of the Fuse Holder and pull the Fuse
Holder apart without bending 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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8.4 ACCESSORY CABLE
8.4.1 MA TRIX GX2000 Connection
Shield
Gray
Blue
Green
Red
PA Speaker
( )
NMEA IN
( )
NMEA OUT
NMEA COMMON
GPS Re c e iver
( )
Brown
White
Shield
Wire Color/Description
WHITE - External Speaker (+
SHIELD - External Speaker
RED - PA Speaker (+
SHIELD - PA Speaker
)
(–)
GREEN - NMEA Ground
BLUE - NMEA Input (+
GRAY - NMEA Output (+
BROWN - AIS INPUT (+
)
)
)
Connection Examples
)
Connect to external 4 Ohm audio speaker
(–)
Connect to external 4 Ohm audio speaker
Connect to external 4 Ohm PA speaker
Connect to external 4 Ohm PA speaker
Connect to NMEA
Connect to NMEA (+) output of GPS
Connect to NMEA (+) input of GPS
Connect to NMEA 34.8K baud (+) ouput of AIS receiver
8.4.2 MA TRIX AIS GX2100 Connection
Red
Shield
Gray
Green
Blue
Brown
White
Shield
NMEA COMMON
NMEA-HS OUT
NMEA IN
NMEA COMMON
NMEA OUT
NMEA-HS IN
( )
( )
External Speaker
(–)
connection of GPS
PA Speaker
( )
( )
( )
( )
External Speaker
AIS Rec ei v er
GPS Re c e iver
Wire Color/Description
WHITE - External Speaker (+
SHIELD - External Speaker
RED - PA Speaker (+
SHIELD - PA Speaker
)
(–)
GREEN - NMEA Ground
BLUE - NMEA Input (+
GRAY - NMEA Output (+
)
)
BROWN - AIS Data Output (+
Connection Examples
)
Connect to external 4 Ohm audio speaker
(–)
Connect to external 4 Ohm audio speaker
Connect to external 4 Ohm PA speaker
Connect to external 4 Ohm PA speaker
Connect to NMEA
(–)
connection of GPS
Connect to NMEA (+) output of GPS
Connect to NMEA (+) input of GPS
)
Connect to NMEA 34.8K baud (+) input of GPS
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When connecting the external speaker or GPS navigation receiver, strip off
about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of the specified wire’s insulation, then splice the ends
together.
Note: In some areas powerful AM broadcast stations may be heard when in
listen-back mode. In this case change the speaker wire to 2-conductor shielded
audio cable. See the illustration below for connections.
Shield of cable is not
Red
Bare
Make Red and bare connections short as possible
attached on PA Speaker en d
Connect the bare wire from the GX2000/GX2100
to one wire and to the shielded.
PA Speaker
GPS Connection
• 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.
• GX2000/GX2100 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
(DSC sentences to Standard Horizon Plotter for Position Polling)
AIS Connections
The MATRIX GX2000 (without internal AIS receiver) may be connected to an
external AIS receiver or transponder that outputs NMEA VDM sentence at
38400 baud.
Wire Color/Description
BROWN - AIS Input (+
)
GREEN - NMEA common
Connection
AIS Output
AIS common data wire or NMEA signal ground
The MATRIX AIS GX2100 with internal dual channel AIS receiver has the capability to output received Class A and B targets using VDM sentence at a
baud rate of 38400.
Wire Color/Description
BROWN - AIS Output (+
GREEN - NMEA common
)
Connection
GPS Chart plotter input
GPS common data wire or NMEA signal ground
If you have further inquires, please feel free to contact Product Support at:
Phone: (800) 767-2450
Email: marinetech@vxstdusa.com
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8.5 CHECKING GPS CONNECTIONS
After connections have been made between the
GX2000/GX2100 and the GPS, a small satellite icon
will appear on the top right corner of the display and
displays your current location (Latitude/Longitude) is
shown on the display.
NOTE
If there is a problem with the NMEA input from a GPS, the GPS icon will
blink continuously until the connection is corrected.
8.6 CHANGING THE GPS TIME
From the Factory the GX2000/GX2100 shows GPS satellite time or UTC time
when an optional GPS is connected. A time offset is needed to show the local
time in your area. The Time Offset must be changed in order for the radio to
display the current time in your area. Please see the Offset Time Table at the
bottom of this page.
1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key
Setup MenuSetup Menu
until “
Setup Menu” appears, then select “
Setup MenuSetup Menu
ERAL SETUPERAL SETUP
ERAL SETUP” with the CHANNEL knob.
ERAL SETUPERAL SETUP
2. Press the [SELECT] soft key, then select
TIME OFFSETTIME OFFSET
“
TIME OFFSET” with the CHANNEL knob.
TIME OFFSETTIME OFFSET
3. Press the [SELECT] soft key , then rot ate the CHANNEL knob to select time offset from UTC. See illus-
tration below to find your offset time from UTC. If
00:0000:00
“
00:00” is assigned, the time is the same as UTC
00:0000:00
(Universal Time Coordinated or GMT Greenwich Mean Time).
4. Press the [ENT] soft key to store the time offset.
5. Press the [QUIT] key several times to return to radio operation.
GEN-GEN-
GEN-
GEN-GEN-
OFFSET TIME TABLE
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8.7 CHANGING THE TIME LOCATION
Set the radio to show UTC time or local time with the offset inputted in section
8.6 CHANGING THE GPS TIME.
1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key until
Setup MenuSetup Menu
“
Setup Menu” appears, then select “
Setup MenuSetup Menu
with the CHANNEL knob.
2. Press the [SELECT] soft key , then rot ate the CHAN-
NEL knob to “
3. Press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Rotate the CHANNEL knob to select “
CALCAL
CAL”.
CALCAL
5. Press the [ENT] soft key to store the selected setting.
6. Press the [QUIT] key several times to return to radio operation.
TIME AREATIME AREA
TIME AREA”.
TIME AREATIME AREA
GENERAL SETUPGENERAL SETUP
GENERAL SETUP”
GENERAL SETUPGENERAL SETUP
UTCUTC
UTC” or “
UTCUTC
LO-LO-
LO-
LO-LO-
8.8 CHANGING THE TIME FORMAT
Set the radio to show 12-hour format or 24-hour format of the clock.
1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key until
Setup MenuSetup Menu
“
Setup Menu” appears, then select “
Setup MenuSetup Menu
with the CHANNEL knob.
2. Press the [SELECT] soft key , then rotate the CHAN-
NEL knob to select “
3. Press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Rotate the CHANNEL knob to select “
24 HOUR24 HOUR
“
24 HOUR”.
24 HOUR24 HOUR
5. Press the [ENT] soft key to store the selected setting.
6. Press the [CLR(WX)] key several times to return to
radio operation.
TIME DISPLAYTIME DISPLAY
TIME DISPLAY”.
TIME DISPLAYTIME DISPLAY
GENERAL SETUPGENERAL SETUP
GENERAL SETUP”
GENERAL SETUPGENERAL SETUP
12 HOUR12 HOUR
12 HOUR” or
12 HOUR12 HOUR
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8.9 CHANGING COG TO TRUE OR MAGNETIC
Allows the GPS Course Over Ground to be selected to show in True or Magnetic. Factory default is True however by following the steps below the COG
can be changed to Magnetic.
1. Press and hold down the [CALL(MENU)] key until
Seup MenuSeup Menu
“
Seup Menu” appears, then select “
Seup MenuSeup Menu
with the CHANNEL knob.
2. Press the [SELECT] soft key , then rot ate the CHAN-
NEL knob to select “
3. Press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Rotate the CHANNEL knob to select “
TRUETRUE
or “
TRUE”.
TRUETRUE
5. Press the [ENT] soft key to store the selected setting.
6. Press the [QUIT] key several times to return to radio operation.
MAGNETICMAGNETIC
MAGNETIC”.
MAGNETICMAGNETIC
GENERAL SETUPGENERAL SETUP
GENERAL SETUP”
GENERAL SETUPGENERAL SETUP
MAGNETICMAGNETIC
MAGNETIC”
MAGNETICMAGNETIC
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8.10 OPTIONAL CMP30 (RAM3) INST ALLATION
The GX2000/GX2100 is capable of using a CMP30 (RAM3) Remote Station
Microphone to remotely control the Radio, AIS, DSC and PA/Fog functions. In
addition the GX2000/GX2100 can operate as a full function intercom system.
1. Connect the Extension Cable to the Remote Mic eight pin connector on
the rear panel, then tighten the Cable Nut (see illustration below).
2. Referring to illustration below, make a 1.2” (30 mm) hole in the wall, then
insert the Extension Cable into this hole. Connect the Gasket and Mount
Base to the Extension Cable Connector using the Nut.
3. Drill the four Screw holes (approx. 2 mm) on the wall, then install the Mounting Base to the wall using four screws.
4. Put the Rubber Cap on to the Nut. The installation is now complete.
NOTE
The routing cable can be cut and spliced, however care needs to be
taken when reconnecting the wires to ensure water integrity.
Before cutting the cable make sure it is not plugged into the radio. A fter
cutting you will notice there are the following wires:
Yellow, Green, Brown, Purple, Blue, Green, RedÚ, Shield
Ú The red and shield wires are wrapped in foil. Remove the foil, and
seperate the Red and shield wires.
Ú
Wall
Routing Cable
External Speaker Connections
Gasket
Mounting Bracket
Cap
Nut
GX2000/GX2100Page 26
Remote Mic Speaker or External Speaker Selection
By default the CMP30 (RAM3) Remote Station Microphone’s internal speaker
is turned on. The RAM3 routing cable has two wires that may be connected to
an optional external speaker to increase volume. When using an external
speaker the GX2000/GX2100 has to be setup to turn off the speaker inside the
RAM3 microphone and to output speaker audio on the two wires on the routing cable to the external speaker by following the procedure below.
1. Press and hold the [CALL(MENU)] key until “
MenuMenu
Menu” appears, then select “
MenuMenu
[S]
the
2. Press the [ENT] key.
3. Press the
and press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Press the
speaker off) or “
5. Press the [ENT] soft key to save the selection.
6. Press the [16/9] key to exit this mode.
/
[T]
[T]
[S]
key .
key to until “
[T]
or
key to select “
ONON
ON” (External speaker on).
ONON
GENERAL SETUPGENERAL SETUP
GENERAL SETUP” with
GENERAL SETUPGENERAL SETUP
EXT SPEAKEREXT SPEAKER
EXT SPEAKER” is shown
EXT SPEAKEREXT SPEAKER
OFFOFF
OFF” (External
OFFOFF
SetupSetup
Setup
SetupSetup
External Speaker AF Selection
AF SelectAF Select
The “
AF Select” menu allows you to set the audio output level of the Remote
AF SelectAF Select
Mic External Speaker to a fixed level regardless of the VOL level setting of the
Remote Mic, which is useful when using the optional MLS-310 amplified speaker
with on/off volume control.
1. Press and hold the [CALL(MENU)] key until “
MenuMenu
Menu” appears, then select “
MenuMenu
[S]
the
2. Press the [ENT] key.
3. Press the
press the [SELECT] soft key.
4. Press the
Speaker Level is “Fixed”) or “
Level is “Adjustable”).
“Fixed” use when MLS-310 is connnected.
“Adjustable” use when MLS-300 or other speaker
without volume control is connected.
5. Press the [ENT] key to save the selection.
6. Press the [16/9] key to exit this mode.
/
[T]
[T]
[S]
key .
key to until “
[T]
or
key to select “
GENERAL SETUPGENERAL SETUP
GENERAL SETUP” with
GENERAL SETUPGENERAL SETUP
AF SELECTAF SELECT
AF SELECT” is shown and
AF SELECTAF SELECT
PRPR
PR” (External
PRPR
POPO
PO” (External Speaker
POPO
SetupSetup
Setup
SetupSetup
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9 CONTROLS AND INDICA T ORS
NOTE
This section defines each control of the transceiver. See illustration at
the next page for location of controls. For detailed operating instructions
refer to chapter 10 of this manual.
9.1 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS
CHANNEL Knob
Rotary knob used to select channels and to choose menu items (such as
the DSC menu, Radio Setup and DSC Setup menu). The [UP
[
DOWN
and menu items.
SECONDARY USE
y Press this knob to enter a selection in the “SETUP MENU” or “DSC
y While holding down the [SCAN] key and turning this knob, you can con-
y Adjust the PA output level while in PA/FOG mode.
(T)]
keys on the microphone can also be used to select channels
MENU”.
firm memory channels that have been programmed for scanning.
(S)]
/
PWR/VOL Knob (Power Switch / Volume Control
Turns the transceiver on and off as well as adjusts the speaker volume.
To turn the transceiver on, press and hold this knob until the radio turns on.
When the power is turned on, the transceiver is set to the last selected
channel. Clockwise rotation of this knob increases the internal and speaker
microphone volume.
To turn the transceiver off, press and hold this knob until the radio turns off.
SECONDARY USE
When in P A or Fog mode, controls the listen back volume (GX2100 only).
SQL Knob (Squelch Control
Adjusting this control clockwise, sets the point at which random noise on
the channel does not activate the audio circuits but a received signal does.
This point is called the squelch threshold. Further adjustment of the squelch
control will degrade reception of wanted transmissions.
)
)
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Never remove this rubber cap.
When this rubber cap is removed, the water resistance
performance is lost.
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Soft Keys
The 3 soft keys functions can be customized by the Setup Menu mode.
When one of the soft keys is pressed briefly , the functions will appear above
each key on the display.
[
AIS] Key
Press the [AIS] key to display the AIS (Automatic Identification System)
targets information on the display. Refer to section “15 AIS OPERATION”
for details.
Note: For this key to operate on the GX2000 an optional AIS receiver or
transponder must be connected.
[
CLR(WX)] Key
Press the [CLR(WX)] key briefly to cancel a selection the “Setup Menu”
and “DSC Menu”.
Press and hold the [CLR(WX)] key to recall the previously selected NOAA
weather channel from any channel. Press and hold the [CLR(WX)] key
again reverts to the previous selected working channel.
[
CALL(MENU)] Key
Press the [CALL(MENU)] key to access the “DSC MENU”.
SECONDARY USE
Press and hold the [CALL(MENU)] key to access the “SETUP MENU”.
[
H/L] Key
Press the [H/L] key to toggle between 25 W (High) and 1 W (Low) power.
When the TX output power is set to “Low” while the transceiver is on channel 13 or 67, the output power will temporarily switch from “Low” to “High”
power until the PTT is released. The [H/L] key does not function on transmit inhibited and low power only channels.
[
16/9] Key
Press the [16/9] key briefly to recall channel 16 from any channel location.
Press and hold the [CLR(WX)] key to recall channel 9. Pressing the [16/9
key again reverts to the previous selected working channel.
[
DISTRESS] Key
Used to send a DSC Distress Call. To send the distress call refer to section
“11.3.1 Transmitting a DSC Distress Call.”
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