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Congratulations on your purchase of the HX500S! Whether this is your first portable marine
VHF transceiver, or if you have other STANDARD HORIZON equipment, the STANDARD
HORIZON organization is committed to ensuring your enjoyment of this high performance
transceiver, which should provide you with many years of satisfying communications even
in the harshest of environments. STANDARD HORIZON technical support personnel
stands behind every product sold, and we invite you to contact us should you require
technical advice or assistance.
We appreciate your purchase of the HX500S, and encourage you to read this manual
thoroughly, so as to learn and fully understand the capabilities of the HX500S.
WARNING
This radio is capable of transmitting on VHF Marine.
The FCC allows the use of VHF Marine band on water areas only. However the FCC does
not allow the use of the VHF Marine band when on land. If persons use the VHF Marine
Band on land and interfere with others communicating, the FCC will be notified and search
for the interference. Responsible parties found to be transmitting on the VHF Marine Band
on land could be fined up to $10,000 for the first offense.
The FCC does however prohibit the use in aircraft.
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SAFETY TRANING INFORMATION
This Radio has been tested and complies with the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) RF exposure limits for Occupational Use/Controlled exposure environment. In
addition, it complies with the following Standards and Guidelines:
- FCC 96-326, Guidelines for Evaluating the Environmental Effects of Radio-Frequency
Radiation.
- FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 (1997) Supplement C, Evaluating Compliance with
FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.
- ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992, IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human
Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3kHz to 300 GHz.
- ANSI/IEEE C95.3-1992, IEEE Recommended Practice for the Measurement of Potentially
Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields-RF and Microwave.
WARNING:
This radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio is
designed for and classified as Occupational Use Only, meaning it must be used only
during the course of employment by individuals aware of the hazards, and the ways to
minimize such hazards. This radio is not intended for use by the General Population in an
uncontrolled environment.
CAUTION:
To ensure that your expose to RF electromagnetic energy is within the FCC allowable limits
for occupational use, always adhere to the following guidelines:
- This radio is NOT approved for use by the general population in an uncontrolled
environment. This radio is restricted to occupational use, work related operations
only where the radio operator must have the knowledge to control its RF exposure
conditions.
- When transmitting, hold the radio in a vertical position with its microphone 1 to 2
inches (2.5 to 5 cm) away from your mouth and keep the antenna at least 1 inch
(2.5cm) away from your head and body.
- The radio must be used with a maximum operating duty cycle not exceeding 50 %, in
typical Push-to-Talk (PTT) configurations.
DO NOT transmit for more than 50 % of total radio use time (50 % duty cycle). Transmitting
more than 50 % of the time can cause FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be
exceeded.
The radio is transmitting when the red LED on the top of the radio is illuminated. You can
cause the radio to transmit by pressing the PTT button.
- DO NOT transmit when the radio is used in Body Worn configuration with the following
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accessory: belt-clip.
It must be used ONLY for (1) there is a 4 cm distance from the body during transmitting, (2)
monitoring purposes, using the speaker only and (3) for carrying purposes.
- Always use STANDARD HORIZON authorized accessories.
The information listed above provides the user with the information needed to make him or
her aware of RF exposure, and what to do to assure that this radio operates with the FCC
RF exposure limits of this radio.
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
During transmissions, this radio generates RF energy that can possibly cause interference
with other devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn off the radio in areas where
signs are posted to do so.
Do not operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such
as hospitals, health care facilities, aircraft, and blasting sites.
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FCC AND CANADA RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION
Standard Horizon radios comply with the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) and
Industry-Canada requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service.
MARITIME STATION LICENSE
An FCC ship station license is no longer required for any vessel traveling in U.S. waters
which uses a VHF marine radio, RADAR or EPIRB, and which is not required to carry radio
equipment. However, any vessel required to carry a marine radio on an international
voyage, carrying a HF single side band radiotelephone or marine satellite terminal. FCC
license forms, including applications for ship (506) and land station licenses can be
downloaded via the Internet at www.fcc.gov/forms. To obtain a form from the FCC, call
(888) 225-5322.
MARINE RADIO CALL SIGN
Currently the FCC does not require recreational boaters to have a Ship Radio Station
License. The USCG recommends the boats registration number and the state to be used.
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
FCC/INDUSTRY CANADA INFORMATON
The following data pertaining to the transceiver is necessary to fill out the license
application.
FCC Type Accepted: Part 80
Output Power with FNB-83: 1 W (Low), 2.5 W (Mid), and 5 W (High)
Emission: 16K0G3E, 16K0G2B
Frequency Range: 156.025 to 163.275MHz
FCC Type Number: K6630193X20
Industry Canada Type Approval: 511B-30193X20
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FCC NOTICE
Part 15.21: 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, a Marine Division of VERTEX STANDARD.
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:
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 marine electronics technician for help.
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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
The HX500S is a SUBMERSIBLE miniature 5-Watt portable two way marine transceiver.
The transceiver has all allocated USA, International, or Canadian channels. It has
emergency channel 16 which can be immediately selected from any channel by pressing
the [16/9] key. NOAA Weather channels can also be accessed immediately by pressing the
[WX] key. In addition to these functions the HX500S can transmit a Digital Selective
Distress Call with Latitude/Longitude when a GPS is connected to the CD-32 Cradle
Charger.
Besides VHF marine transceiver operation, the HX500S provides FM / AM broadcast bands,
and AM aircraft bands.
The HX500S includes the following features: Memory Scanning, Priority Scanning, NOAA
Weather Alert, Battery Saver, easy-to-read large LCD display, EEPROM memory back-up,
Battery Life displayed on LCD, and a transmit Time-Out Timer (TOT).
In the marine band, the transmitter provides a maximum of 5 Watts output, and has the
selection of 2.5 Watts and 1 Watt to assist the user in ensuring maximum battery life.
The optional FVP-31 Voice Scrambler can be installed to permit secure voice
communications with other Standard Horizon radios with the FVP-31 or CVS2500
scramblers installed.
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2. ACCESSORIES
2.1 PACKING LIST
When the package containing the transceiver is first opened, please check it for the
following contents:
HX500S Transceiver
FNB-83 7.2 V, 1400 mAh Ni-MH Battery Pack
CD-32 Charger Cradle for HX500S
NC-88B 120VAC Wall Charger for CD-32
E-DC-19A DC Cable with 12 V Cigarette Lighter Plug for CD-32
Belt Clip
Lanyard
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2.2 OPTIONS
1 CMP460 Noise-canceling Waterproof Speaker/Microphone
2 MH-57A4B Mini Speaker/Microphone
3 VC-24 VOX Headset
4 FBA-25A Alkaline Battery Case
6 FNB-83 7.2 V, 1400 mAh Ni-MH Battery Pack
7 E-DC-19A DC Cable with 12 V Cigarette Lighter Plug
8 NC-88C Wall Charger for the CD-32
9 E-DC-6 DC Cable; plug and wire only
Note: Before operating the HX500S for the first time, it is recommended that the battery be
charged. Please see section 4.1.4 “USING THE CD-32 CHARGER CRADLE” for details.
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3. ABOUT THIS RADIO
WARNING:
The radio frequencies used in the VHF marine band lie between 156 and 158 MHz with
NOAA Weather stations available between 161 and 163 MHz. The marine VHF band
provides communications over distances that are essentially “Line of sight” 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.”
The user of a Marine VHF radio is subject to severe fines if the radio is used on land. The
reasoning for this is you may be near an inland waterway, or propagation anomalies may
cause your transmission to be heard in a waterway. If this occurs, depending upon the
marine VHF channel on which you are transmitting, you could interfere with a search and
rescue case, or contribute to a collision between passing ships. For VHF Marine channel
assignments refer to page 47 section 16.
4. GETTING STARTED
If the radio has never been used, or its charge is depleted, it may be charged by connecting
the CD-32 Charger Cradle with the NC-88 battery charger, as shown in the illustration. If
12V DC power is available, the optional E-DC-19A DC Cable with 12 V Cigarette Lighter
Plug or the optional E-DC-6 DC Cable may be used for charging the battery. The NC-88,
E-DC-19A and E-DC-6 will charge a completely discharged FNB-83 battery pack in about
10 hours.
4.1 BATTERIES AND CHARGERS
The FNB-83 is a high performance Ni-MH battery providing high capacity in a compact
package.
CAUTION
To avoid risk of explosion and injury, FNB-83 battery pack should only be removed, charged
or recharged in non-hazardous environments.
4.1.1 BATTERY SAFETY
Battery packs for your transceiver contain Ni-MH batteries. This type of battery stores a
charge powerful enough to be dangerous if misused or abused, especially when removed
from the transceiver. Please observe the following precautions:
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DO NOT SHORT BATTERY PACK TERMINALS: Shorting the terminals that power the
transceiver can cause sparks, severe overheating, burns, and battery cell damage. If the
short is of sufficient duration, it is possible to melt battery components. Do not place a loose
battery pack on or near metal surfaces or objects such as paper clips, keys, tools, etc.
When the battery pack is installed on the transceiver, the terminals that transfer current to
the transceiver are not exposed. The terminals that are exposed on the battery pack when
it is mounted on the transceiver are charging terminals only and do not constitute a hazard.
DO NOT INCINERATE: Do not dispose of any battery in a fire or incinerator. The heat of
fire may cause battery cells to explode and/or release dangerous gases.
Battery Maintenance
For safe and proper battery use, please observe the following:
Battery packs should be charged only in non-hazardous environments;
Use only STANDARD HORIZON-approved batteries;
Use only a STANDARD HORIZON, (a Marine Division of VERTEX STANDARD)
approved charger. The use of any other charger may cause permanent damage to the
battery.
Follow charging instructions provided with the chargers.
Keep the battery contacts clean.
Battery Storage
Store batteries in a cool place to maximize storage life. Since batteries are subject to
self-discharge, avoid high storage temperatures that cause large self-discharge rates. After
extended storage, a full recharge is recommended.
Battery Recycling
DO NOT PLACE USED BATTERIES IN YOUR REGULAR TRASH!
NI-MH BATTERIES MUST BE COLLECTED, RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF IN AN
ENVIRONMENTALLY SOUND MANNER.
The incineration, land filling or mixing of nickel-cadmium batteries with the municipal solid
waste stream is PROHIBITED BY LAW in most areas.
Return batteries to an approved Ni-MH battery recycler. This may be where you purchased
the battery.
Contact your local waste management officials for other information regarding the
environmentally sound collection, recycling and disposal of Ni-MH batteries.
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4.1.2 BATTERY CHARGING
If the radio has never been used, or its charge is depleted, it may be charged by connecting
the CD-32 Charger Cradle with the NC-88 battery charger, as shown in the illustration. If
12V DC power is available, the optional E-DC-19A DC Cable with 12 V Cigarette Lighter
Plug or the optional E-DC-6 DC Cable may be used for charging the battery. The NC-88,
E-DC-19A and E-DC-6 will charge a completely discharged FNB-83 battery pack in about
10 hours.
4.1.3 BATTERY INSTALLATION/REMOVAL
1. Turn the transceiver off.
2. To install, insert the battery pack into the battery compartment on the back of the
transceiver, then close the Battery Pack Latch until it locks in place with a “click.”
3. To remove, open the Battery Pack Latch on the bottom of the transceiver, then slide
the battery downward and out from the transceiver.
4.1.4 USING THE CD-32 CHARGER CRADLE
1. Turn the transceiver off.
2. Insert the DC plug from the NC-88 into the DC jack on the CD-32 rear panel, then plug
the NC-88 into the AC line outlet.
3. Insert the HX500S (with the battery pack) into the CD-32; the antenna should be at the
left side when viewing the charger from the front.
4. If the HX500S is inserted correctly, the Red “CHARGING” indicator will glow. A
fully-discharged pack will be charged completely in approximately 10 hours.
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5. CONTROLS AND SWITCHES
NOTE
This section defines each control of the transceiver. For detailed operating instructions,
refer to section 6 “BASIC OPERATION.” Refer to illustrations for the location of the
following controls, switches, and connections.
POWER SWITCH/VOLUME CONTROL
Turns the transceiver on and off, and adjusts the volume.
MIC/SP JACK
The jack accepts the optional CMP460 Speaker/Microphone, MH-57A4B Mini
Speaker/Microphone, or VC-24 VOX Headset. When this jack is used, the internal speaker
is disabled.
PUSH-TO-TALK (PTT) SWITCH
When pushed activates the transmitter of the selected band.
[WX] KEY
Immediately recalls the last-used NOAA Weather Channel from any channel location.
Recalls the previously- selected working channel when the [WX] key is pressed again.
Secondary use:
When the [16/9] key is held and the [WX] key is pressed, the radio will change the marine
channel between the USA, International, and Canadian channels.
[16/9] KEY
Immediately recalls channel 16 from any marine channel or band location. Holding down
this key recalls channel 9.
[WX] KEY
Immediately recalls the last-used NOAA Weather Channel from any channel location.
Recalls the previously- selected working channel when the [WX] key is pressed again.
Secondary use:
When the [16/9] key is held and the [WX] key is pressed, the radio will change the marine
channel between the USA, International, and Canadian channels.
[UP] KEY
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Press to select a desired channel. Each press increases the channel number. When held
down, the channels increase continuously.
[DOWN] KEY
Press to select a desired channel. Each press decreases the channel number. When held
down, the channels decrease continuously.
NMEA TERMINAL
Connect to GPS receiver that outputs NMEA sentences GLL, GGA, GNS, and RMC via the
CD-32 Charger Cradle. Keep these terminals clean.
[SCAN] KEY
Starts scanning and priority scanning of programmed channels. When scanning, press and
hold this key to turn on and off priority scan (P is shown on the left side of the display during
Priority scanning).
[PRESET] KEY
Immediately recalls one of up to 10 user preset memories for each band (shown as P0-P9
on the LCD). Pressing this key repeatedly scrolls through the preset memory channels.
[H/L] KEY
On the Marine Band, changes the transmitter output power between High (5 Watts),
Medium (2.5 Watts), and Low (1 Watt). Does not operate on “Low power only,” Marine
“transmission inhibit.”
[MEM] KEY
Press this key to memorize the selected channel for scanning. When pressed a “MEM” icon
will be shown on the LCD display indicating the channel has been saved to scan memory.
The scan memory is only used with the Marine and WX channels.
To delete the channel from scan memory, select the channel and press this key until “MEM”
is removed from the display.
BUSY/TX INDICATOR
This indicator glows green when a signal is being received and red when transmitting.
When the Emergency feature is activated, this indicator blinks the
internationally-recognized Morse Code “S.O.S” message.
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6. BASIC OPERATION
6.1 INITIAL SETUP
1. Install the belt clip on the transceiver according to the description in the box below, if
desired.
2. Install the nylon carrying strap on the belt clip, if desired.
3. Install the battery pack on the transceiver (see section 4.1.3 “BATTERY
INSTALLATION/REMOVAL”).
NOTE: Water resistance of the transceiver is assured only when the battery pack is
attached to the transceiver and MIC/SP rubber cap is installed in the MIC/SP jack.
6.2 RECEPTION
1. Press and hold the POWER SWITCH to turn the transceiver on.
2. Turn up the VOLUME CONTROL knob until the noise or audio from the speaker is at a
comfortable level.
3. Press the [UP] or [DOWN] key to select a channel or frequency that has no signal
being received (no one is transmitting on the channel)
4. Press the [SCAN] key momentarily; the HX500S will begin scanning toward a higher
channel or frequency and will stop when it receives a signal strong enough to break
through the squelch threshold. Press the [SCAN] key momentarily to channel the
scanning. Refer to section 7.2 for programming channels into scan memory.
5. Please refer to section 16 for VHF Marine
6.3 TRANSMISSION
1. Perform steps 1 through 7 of the RECEPTION discussion above.
2. Before transmitting, monitor the channel and make sure it is clear.
THIS IS AN FCC REQUIREMENT!
3. For communications over short distances on the Marine band, press the [H/L] key until
“L” is displayed on the LCD. This indicates Low power (approximately 1 watt).
Note
Transmitting on 1 watt prolongs battery life. Low power (1 watt) should be selected
whenever possible.
4. If using Low power is not effective, select Medium power (2.5 watts) or High power (5
watts) by pressing the [H/L] key until “M” (Medium power) or “H” (High power) is
displayed.
5. When receiving a signal, wait until the incoming signal stops before transmitting. The
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transceiver cannot transmit and receive simultaneously.
6. Press the PTT (Push-To-Talk) switch to transmit. The “TX” indicator is displayed during
transmission.
7. Speak slowly and clearly into the microphone. Hold the microphone about 1/2 to 1 inch
away from your mouth.
8. When the transmission is finished, release the PTT switch.
For an overview of VHF Marine band operating procedures refer to section 3.
6.3.1 TRANSMIT TIME - OUT TIMER (TOT)
While the PTT switch is held down, transmission time is limited to 5 minutes. This prevents
prolonged (unintentional) transmissions. About 10 seconds before automatic transmitter
shutdown, a warning beep sounds from the speaker. The transceiver automatically
switches to the receiving mode, even if the PTT switch is held down. Before transmitting
again, the PTT switch must first be released, and then pressed again. This Time-Out-Timer
(TOT) prevents a continuous transmission that would result from an accidentally stuck PTT
switch.
6.4 NOAA WEATHER CHANNELS
1. To receive a NOAA weather broadcast, press the [WX] key. The transceiver changes to
the weather channel mode. This mode consists of a special preset memory bank
containing the NOAA weather channels.
2. The transceiver will be set to the last used NOAA weather channel. Press the [] or
[] key to change to other weather channels.
3. To exit from the weather channel mode, press the [WX] key. The transceiver will revert
to the channel you were using prior to switching to the weather channel mode.
6.4.1 NOAA WEATHER ALERT
In the event of extreme weather disturbances such as storms and hurricanes, NOAA
(National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) sends a “weather alert” consisting of a
1050 Hz tone, followed by weather reports on the weather channels. The transceiver is
capable of receiving this alert if the following is performed:
1. Program your area’s weather channels into the transceiver’s scan memory. Follow the
same procedure as for regular channels.
2. Press the [SCAN] key to start the scan.
3. The memorized weather channels are scanned along with the regular memorized
channels. Scanning will not stop on the (continuous) weather broadcast channels
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unless the weather alert tone is received.
4. When an alert is received on a weather channel, scanning stops and the transceiver
emits a beeping tone that will stay on for 5 minutes.
5. Press the [WX] key to listen to the Weather Alert.
6.5 PRESET CHANNELS (P0 ~ P9): INSTANT ACCESS
Ten user assigned channels can be programmed for instant access. Pressing the
[PRESET] key activates the user assigned channel bank. If the [PRESET] key is pressed
and no channels have been assigned, an alert beep will be emitted twice from the speaker.
The HX500S provides the ten Preset channel for each individual operating band (VHF
Marine, AM Broadcast, FM Broadcast and Air Band).
Programming
1. Select the desired channel.
2. Hold down the [PRESET] key, and press the [UP] or [DOWN] key (repeatedly, if
necessary) until the desired channel number or frequency is displayed.
3. With the desired number displayed, release the [PRESET] key.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program the desired channels into Preset Channels “P1” ~
“P9.”
5. To delete a Preset Channel, hold down the [PRESET] key and press the [UP] or
[DOWN] key until the Preset Channel number to be deleted is displayed, then release
the [PRESET] key.
You may add an alpha-numeric name “Tag” to any desired Preset Channel; refer to CH
NAME SET item on the section 13 “MENU (“SET”) MODE.”
Operation
Pressing the [PRESET] key will toggle between Preset Channels “P0” - “P9” and the last
selected “regular” channel. Preset Channel “P0” is represented by “P0” to the left of the
channel number on the LCD, and preset channel “P1” is represented by “P1” and so forth.
Press the [SCAN] key while on any of the Preset Channels, the HX500S will begin
scanning the Preset Channels of the selected band.
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7. ADVANCED OPERATION ON THE MARINE BAND
7.1 USA, CANADIAN, AND INTERNATIONAL CHANNELS
1. To change from US to Canadian or International Marine Channels, hold down the
[16/9] key and press the [WX] key. The band will change from USA, to International,
and to Canadian with each press.
2. “USA” appears on the LCD for the USA band, “CAN” appears for the Canadian band,
and “INTL” appears for the International band.
3. Refer to the marine channel charts in section 16 “VHF MARINE CHANNEL
ASSIGNMENTS” for allocated channels.
7.2 MEMORY SCAN
The HX500S can be programmed to scan channels from a minimum of 2 channels up to all
channels in the marine band. If an incoming signal is detected on one of the channels
during scan, the radio will pause on that channel, allowing you to listen to the incoming
transmission.
1. Select the desired channel to be included in the scan memory using the [UP] or
[DOWN] key.
2. Press the [MEM] key to store the channel into the transceiver’s scan memory. “MEM”
will be displayed on the LCD.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for all the channels to be scanned.
4. To delete a channel from the transceiver’s scan memory, select the memorized
channel. Press the [MEM] key until “MEM” is removed from the display.
5. All channels programmed remain in the transceiver’s scan memory even if the power
is turned off. See section 11 “RESETTING THE TRANSCEIVER’S
MICROPROCESSOR” to clear all channels from the transceiver’s scan memory.
6. Adjust the SQUELCH CONTROL knob until background noise is eliminated.
7. To start scanning, press the [SCAN] key. The scan proceeds from the lowest to the
highest programmed channel and stops scanning when a transmission is received.
Scanning will resume when the incoming signal disappears at the end of the
transmission. A small “SCAN” icon is shown on the center bottom of the display during
scanning.
8. To stop the scan, press the [SCAN] key.
7.3 PRIORITY SCAN
The priority scanning feature allows the radio to scan while also keeping watch on a
particularly important “priority channel.” The following channels can be set as the priority
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channel: 16, 09, and MARINE Preset Channel.
1. To set the priority channel, hold down the [16/9] key and press the [MEM] key. The
channel will change from 16 to 09 to Preset Channels P0 through P9 with each press
of the [MEM] key. When the [16/9] key is released the displayed channel will be set as
the priority channel (the large “P” icon will appear at the right side of the channel
number).
2. For priority scanning, hold down the [SCAN] key during normal scanning. Scanning will
proceed between the memorized channels and the priority channel. The priority
channel will be scanned after each programmed channel. A small “PSCN” is shown on
the center bottom of the display during priority scanning.
3. As an example of priority scanning, let us say that marine channels 06, 07, and 08 are
memorized in the transceiver’s scan memory. Priority scanning will proceed in the
following sequence:
[CH06] ---> [Priority Channel] ---> [CH07] ---> [Priority Channel] --->
[CH08] ---> [Priority Channel] ---> [CH06] ---> [Priority Channel]..........
4. Even when the transceiver stops and listens to the signal of a programmed channel,
the transceiver will shift to a “dual watch” mode between this channel and the priority
channel. Therefore, your priority watching of the designated channel is not
compromised when the scanner has paused on an active channel.
5. Hold down the [SCAN] key to change the priority scanning to normal scanning, and
then press the [SCAN] key to stop the scan and return to normal operation.
7.5 EMERGENCY CHANNEL 16
1. To select the emergency channel, press the [16/9] key from any channel.
2. If you cannot contact anyone on channel 16, switch to another channel.
3. See section 10.1 “EMERGENCY (CHANNEL 16 USE)” for additional emergency
operating practices.
4. To recall the previously-used channel when you are finished on channel 16, press the
[16/9] key again.
7.6 CHANNEL 9
Channel 9 is used as a hailing channel for initial, non-emergency contacts with other
vessels. Hold down the [16/9] key for 1 second to select channel 9. You should change to a
working channel, after contact is established (so as to keep the hailing channel clear for
other users).
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7.7 OPERATING ON USA OR CANADIAN 13, OR USA CHANNEL 67
USA and Canadian Channel 13, USA 67 are used at docks, bridges and for maneuvering in
port. Messages on this channel must concern navigation only, such as meeting and passing
in restricted waters. In emergencies and when approaching blind river bends, high power is
allowed. Holding down the [H/L] key will change the power output from 1 Watt (L) to 5 Watts
(H); if pressed and held again 2.5 Watts (M) will be selected. When the PTT switch is
released, the transceiver will revert to low power. Press and hold in the [H/L] key again if
you need High power on a subsequent transmission.
7.8 OPERATING ON USA CHANNEL 67
USA Channel 67 is used for navigational bridge-to-bridge traffic between ships. This
channel has been allocated for temporary high power transmission if communication is not
able to be established on one watt.
Select Channel 67, then press the [H/L] key to set the transmitter output to either High or
Medium power. When the PTT switch is released, the transceiver will revert to low power.
7.9 Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI)
What is an MMSI?
An MMSI is a nine digit number used on Marine Transceivers capable of using Digital
Selective Calling (DSC). This number is used by the HX500S when a Marine DSC Distress
call is transmitted. This number is registered with the USCG. Refer to section 13 “MENU
(“SET”) MODE” (MMSI REG).
NOTE: An MMSI must be programmed into the HX500S before the DSC Distress function
will operate. If you have a fixed mounted DSC VHF and already have a MMSI, this MMSI
should be programmed into the HX500S.
How can I obtain a MMSI assignment?
Currently there are two companies that offer MMSI numbers:
Boat US at (800) 563-1539 or visit the web site http://www.boatus.com/mmsi/.
Seatow at (631) 765-3660 or visit the web site http://www.seatow.com/mmsiinfo.htm
WARNING: This radio is designed to generate a digital maritime distress and safety call 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.
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7.10 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE
All Marine channels are factory-programmed in accordance with FCC (USA), Industry
Canada and International regulations. The mode of operation cannot be altered from
simplex to duplex or vice-versa. Simplex (ship to ship) or duplex (marine operator) mode is
automatically activated, depending on the channel and whether the USA, International or
Canadian operating band is selected.
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8. OPERATING PRACTICES
8.1 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, 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 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.
8.2 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
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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, 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.
8.3 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 20
([H/L] key) for means to temporarily override the low-power limit on these two channels.
8.4 PROHIBITED COMMUNICATIONS
The FCC prohibits the following communications:
・False distress or emergency messages:
・Messages to “any boat” except in emergencies and radio tests;
・Messages to or from a vessel on land;
・Transmission while on land;
・Obscene, indecent, or profane language (potential fine of $10,000).
8.5 NOAA WEATHER ALERT TESTING
In the event of a major storm or other appreciable weather condition requiring vessels at
sea (or other bodies of water) to be notified, the NOAA (National Oceanographic and
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Atmospheric Administration) broadcasts a 1050 Hz tone that some VHF radios, including
your HX500S, can detect for “Weather Alarm” purposes (refer to section 6.4.1 “NOAA
WEATHER ALERT” for a discussion of how to use this feature). The 1050 Hz tone, when
detected, will produce a loud beep in the speaker of the HX500S, to signal that a Weather
Alert Broadcast is being received.
In order to test this system, NOAA broadcasts the 1050 Hz tone every Wednesday
sometime between 11 AM and 1 PM local time. You may use this opportunity to test your
HX500S periodically to confirm that the Weather Alert feature is working, or for training
crew members on how to configure the HX500S to receive the NOAA Weather Alerts.
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9. RESETTING THE TRANSCEIVER’S MICROPROCESSOR
Resetting the microprocessor restores the initial, factory-supplied conditions in the
transceiver. These are called the “default” conditions.
To reset the microprocessor, first turn the transceiver off. Then, while pressing and holding
in the [WX] and [SCAN] keys, turn the transceiver on.
The default conditions are:
・No channel numbers are in scan memory.
・Channel 16 is the priority channel.
・Channel 16 will be selected when the transceiver is turned on.
・WX channel 01 will be recalled when the [WX] key is pressed.
・Preset Channels are unassigned.
Note: The above procedure also resets the microprocessor. Perform this procedure if an
operational problem occurs which cannot be solved by normal operating procedures.
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10. MENU (“SET”) MODE
The HX500S’s Menu Mode allows a number of the HX500S operating parameters to be
custom-configured for your operating requirements.
The Menu Mode is easy to activate and set, using the following procedure:
1. Hold down the [SQL] key and then turn on the transceiver, to enter the Menu Mode.
2. Press the [SQL] key to select the Menu item to be adjusted.
3. Press the [UP] or [DOWN] key to enable adjustment of the selected Menu item. The
menu item will blink
4. Press the [SQL] key to select the status or value of the Menu item.
5. After completing your adjustment, press the PTT key to save the new setting and exit
to normal operation.
BEEP
Function: Enable/Disable the Keypad beeper.
Available Values: ON / OFF
Default: ON
CH NAME SET
Function: Changes the channel name shown on the display.
1. Select the channel on which you wish to change the name before recalling this Menu
item.
2. Press the [MENU] key to enter the Menu Mode.
3. Press the [] or [] key to select this Menu item (CH NAME SET).
4. Press the [MENU] key to enable adjustment of this Menu item.
5. Press the [] or [] key to select the first character (letter, number, or symbol) in the
name you wish to change, then press the [MEM] key to move to the next character.
6. If you make a mistake, press the [H/L] key to move back, and then reselect the correct
letter, number, or symbol.
7. Repeat step 5 as many times as necessary to complete the name tag (up to 10
characters).
8. After completing your adjustment, press the [MENU] key to save the new setting.
9. Press the PTT key to exit to normal operation.
DISPLAY MODE
Function: Selects the information to be displayed on the LCD
Available Values: BARO*1 / GPS NAV info*2 / CH name / Time*2 / None
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Default: CH name
*1 : Requires optional SU-1
*2 : Requires GPS receiver.
DW DISPLAY
Function: Selects the Dual Watch scanning display mode.
Available Values: Normal / Special
Default: Special
When “special” is selected the channel shown on the display is the last channel the
HX500S received a call on. This is a handy feature if you cannot look at the radio the
moment a transmission was received
LAMP MODE
Function: Selects the Lamp illumination method for the LCD/Keypad.
Available Values: Key / Toggle / 5 sec
Default: Key
Key: Illuminates the LCD/Keypad for 5 seconds when any key is pressed.
Toggle: Pressing the LAMP key toggles the LCD/Keypad lamp On/Off.
5 sec: Pressing the LAMP key illuminates the LCD/Keypad for 5 seconds.
MMSI REG
Function: Stores MMSI ID code.
Note: The MMSI can only be inputted twice. If entered more than twice, the HX500S will
have to be sent to STANDARD HORIZON factory service to reset the MMSI.
MUTE
Function: Enable/Disable the Audio Muting on the FM Broadcast Band.
Available Values: ON / OFF
Default: ON
SCAN DISPLAY
Function: Selects the Scanning display mode
Available Values: Normal / Special
Default: Normal
When this menu is set to “Normal,” the channel numbers during scan will be shown as
scrolling on the display. When Special is selected the channel numbers on the display do
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not change unless a call was received. The channel shown is the last channel that was
received.
SCAN LAMP
Function: Enable/Disable the automatic illumination of the lamp when a signal is received
on a channel during Scanning
Available Values: ON / OFF
Default: OFF
STROBE
Function: Selects the DSC Distress Call STROBE illumination
Available Values: OFF / Flashing / Continue / SOS
Default: OFF
WX ALERT
Function: Enable/Disable the Weather Alert feature.
Available Values: ON / OFF
Default: ON
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11. MAINTENANCE
11.1 GENERAL
The inherent quality of the solid-state components in STANDARD HORIZON radios will
provide many years of continuous use. Take the following precautions to prevent damage
to the radio.
Keep the microphone connected or the jack covered at all times to prevent corrosion of
electrical contacts;
Never key the transmitter unless an antenna or suitable dummy load is connected to
the antenna receptacle.
Ensure that the input voltage does not exceed the value specified in your Owner’s
Manual.
Use only STANDARD HORIZON-approved accessories and replacement parts.
11.2 REPLACEMENT PARTS
Occasionally an owner needs a replacement parts. These can be ordered from our Parts
Department by writing or calling:
Marine Division of Vertex Standard
US Headquarters
10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A.
Telephone (714) 827-7600
Commonly requested parts, and their part numbers are listed below.
・VOLUME Knob: xxxxxxxxx
・CD-32 Charger Cradle: xxxxxxxxx
・MIC/SP Cover: xxxxxxxxx
11.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
The [SCAN] key does not start the
SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY
scan.
The USA/INTL/CAN modes do not
function.
Cannot change any function. Key Lock is on. Turn Key Lock off. Refer to section 5,
Key Lock does not function. Proper operation not followed. Hold down the LAMP key for 1
Indicator does not light when charging
a battery.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
No channels memorized. Use the MEM key to enter desired
channels into the transceiver’s
memory.
Squelch is not adjusted. Adjust the squelch to threshold or to
the point where noise just disappears.
Further adjustment of the squelch
control may eliminate incoming
signals.
Proper operation not followed. HOLD down the 16/9 key and press
the WX key.
5 LAMP key.
second.
Defective battery FNB-83. Contact your Standard Horizon
dealer.
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12. INSTALLATIONS OF OPTION
12.1 FBA-25A BATTERY CASE
FBA-25A is a battery case that holds six alkaline batteries and is used with the HX500S
transceiver. Alkaline batteries can be used for transmission in an emergency, but power
output is reduced to one watt, and battery life will be short.
1. Slide the batteries into the FBA-25A with the Negative [-] side of the batteries touching
the spring connections inside the FBA-25A.
2. Insert the FBA-25A into the battery compartment on the back of the transceiver, then
close the Battery Pack Latch until it locks in place with a “click.”
Note: The battery indicator on the transceiver is only applicable to the FNB-83
rechargeable battery. Disregard this indication when using alkaline batteries.
13. VHF MARINE CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS
Tables on the following pages 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
Traffic 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, using the USA/CAN/INTL channel selection
procedure described on page 28 of this manual. Channel 22 (without an “A” is an
International duplex channel for port operations. The HX500S displays an “A” adjacent
to the channel number on all “Alpha” channels, unlike some other models that may not
indicate the “A” even though they may be set to the correct frequency.
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 specified 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,
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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
specified 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.
6. Marine vessels equipped with VHF radios are required to monitor Channel 16.
VHF Marine Channel
VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART
CH U C I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE
01 X X D 156.050 160.650 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator)
01A X S 156.050 Port Operation and Commercial. VTS in
selected areas
02 X X D 156.100 160.700 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator)
03 X X D 156.150 160.750 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator)
03A X S 156.150 US Government only, Coast Guard
04 X D 156.200 160.800 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator), Port operation, ship
movement
04A X S 156.200 Pacific coast: Coast Guard, East Coast:
Commercial fishing
05 X D 156.250 160.850 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator), Port operation, ship
movement
05A X X S 156.250 Port operation. VTS in Seattle
06 X X X S 156.300 Inter-ship Sefety
07 X D 156.350 160.950 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator), Port operation, ship
movement
07A X X S 156.350 Commercial
08 X X X S 156.400 Commercial (Inter-ship only)
09 X X X S 156.450 Boater Calling channel, Commercial &
Non-commercial (Recreational)
10 X X X S 156.500 Commercial
11 X X X S 156.550 Commercial. VTS in selected areas.
12 X X X S 156.600 Port operation. VTS in selected areas.
13 X X X S 156.650 Inter-ship Navigation Safety
(Bridge-to-bridge)
14 X X X S 156.700 Port operation. VTS in selected areas.
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15 X S --- 156.750 Environmental (Receive only)
15 X X S 156.750 Commercial, non-commercial, ship
movement (1 W)
16 X X X S 156.800 International Distress, Safety and Calling
17 X X X S 156.850 State Controlled (1 W)
18 X D 156.900 161.500 Port operation, ship movement
18A X X S 156.900 Commercial
19 X D 156.950 156.550 Port operation, ship movement
19A X S 156.950 US: Commercial
19A X S 156.950 Coast Guard
20 X X X D 157.000 161.600 Canadian Coast Guard Only,
International: port operations and
shipment
20A X S 157.000 Port operation
21 X D 157.050 161.650 Port operation, ship movement
21A X X S 157.050 U.S. Government Only, Canadian Coast
Guard
22 X D 157.100 161.700 Port operation, ship movement
22A X X S 157.100 US and Canadian Coast Guard Liaison
and Maritime Safety Information
Broadcasts announced on channel 16
23 X X D 157.150 161.750 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator)
23A X S 157.150 U.S. Government Only
24 X X X D 157.200 161.800 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator)
25 X X X D 157.250 161.850 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator)
26 X X X D 157.300 161.900 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator)
27 X X X D 157.350 161.950 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator)
28 X X X D 157.400 162.000 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator)
60 X X D 156.025 160.625 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator)
61 X D 156.075 160.675 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator)
Port operation, ship movement
61A X X S 156.075 U.S. Government Only, Canadian Coast
Guard-Pacific Coast, Commercial
Fishing-East Coast
62 X D 156.125 160.725 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator), Port operation, ship
movement
62A X S 156.125 Public Coast: Coast Guard; East Coast:
commercial fishing only
63 X D 156.175 160.775 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator), Port operation, ship
movement
63A X S 156.175 Port Operation and Commercial. VTS in
selected areas.
64 X X D 156.225 160.825 Public Correspondence (Marine
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Operator), Port operation, ship
movement
64A X X S 156.225 U.S. Government Only, Canadian
Commercial Fishing
65 X D 156.275 160.875 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator), Port operation, ship
movement
65A X X S 156.275 Port Opeations
66 X D 156.325 160.925 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator), Port operation, ship
movement
66A X X S 156.325 Port Operations
67 X X X S 156.375 US: Commercial. Used for
Bridge-to-bridge communi-cations in
lower Mississippi River. Inter-ship only,
Canada: Commercial fishing,
S&R
68 X X X S 156.425 Non-commercial (Recreational)
69 X X X S 156.475 US: Non-commercial (Recreational),
Canada: Commercial fishing only,
International: Inter-ship, Port
opertions and Ship movement
70 X X X S 156.525 Digital selective calling (voice
communications not allowed)
71 X X X S 156.575 US, Canada: Non-commercial
(Recreational), International: Port
opertions and Ship movement
72 X X X S 156.625 Non-commercial (Inter-ship only)
73 X X X S 156.675 US: Port Operations, Canada:
Commercial fishing only, International:
Inter-ship, Port opertions and Ship
movement
74 X X X S 156.725 US: Port Operations, Canada:
Commercial fishing only, International:
Inter-ship, Port opertions and Ship
movement
75 X S 156.775 Port Operations (Inter-ship only) (1W)
76 X S 156.825 Port Operations (Inter-ship only) (1W)
77 X X S 156.875 Port Operations (Inter-ship only) (1W)
77 X S 15.875 Port Operations (Inter-ship only)
78 X D 156.925 161.525 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator), Port operation,
ship-movement
78A X X S 156.925 Non-commercial (Recreational)
79 X D 156.975 161.575 Port operation and Ship movement
79A X X S 156.975 Commercial
80 X D 157.025 161.625 Port operation, ship movement
80A X X S 157.025 Commercial
81 X D 157.075 161.675 Port operation, ship movement
81A X X S 157.075 U.S. Government Only -
Environmental protection
operations.
82 X D 157.125 161.725 Public Correspondence (Marine
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Operator), Port operation, ship
movement
82A X X S 157.125 U.S. Government Only, Canadian Coast
Guard Only
83 X X D 157.175 161.775 Canadian Coast Guard Only
83A X X S 157.175 U.S. Government Only, Canadian Coast
Guard Only
83 X X D 157.175 161.775 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator)
84 X X X D 157.225 161.825 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator)
85 X X X D 157.275 161.875 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator)
86 X X X D 157.325 161.925 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator)
87 X X X D 157.375 161.975 Public Correspondence (Marine
Operator)
88 X X X D 157.425 162.025 Public Correspondence (ship-to-coast)
88A X S 157.425 Commercial, Inter-ship Only
WX01 X X X D --- 162.550 Weather (receive only)
WX02 X X X D --- 162.400 Weather (receive only)
WX03 X X X D --- 162.475 Weather (receive only)
WX04 X X X D --- 162.725 Weather (receive only)
WX05 X X X D --- 162.450 Weather (receive only)
WX06 X X X D --- 162.500 Weather (receive only)
WX07 X X X D --- 162.525 Weather (receive only)
WX08 X X X D --- 161.650 Weather (receive only)
WX09 X X X D --- 161.775 Weather (receive only)
WX10 X X X D --- 163.275 Weather (receive only)
The above BOLD channels are not for use of the general public in U.S. waters, unless
proper authorization is given.
Channel
designator
01A1
63A1
052
65A
66A
123
73
143
74
774
20A12
136 156.650 156.650
Carrier frequency
(MHz)
Ship
transmit
156.050
156.175
156.250
156.275
156.325
156.600
156.675
156.700
156.725
156.875
157.000
transmit
156.050
156.175
156.250
156.275
156.325
156.600
156.675
156.700
156.725
Points of communication (Intership and between
coast and ship unless otherwise indicated)
Coast
Port Operations
Intership only.
Intership only.
Navigational (Bridge-to-Bridge)5
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677 156.375 156.375
Commercial
01A1
63A1
07A
677
08
09
10
113
18A
19A
79A
80A
88A8
7214
7015 156.525 156.525
6817
0916
69
71
72
78A
79A
80A
6714
16 156.800 156.800 EPRIB
06 156.300 - a. Intership, or b. For SAR: Ship and aircraft for the
1513 - 156.750 Coast to ship only.
179, 10 156.850 156.850
22A11 157.100 157.100 Ship, aircraft, and coast stations of the U.S. Coast
156.050
156.175
156.350
156.375
156.400
156.450
156.500
156.550
156.900
156.950
156.975
157.025
157.425
156.625
156.425
156.450
156.475
156.575
156.625
156.925
156.975
157.025
156.375
156.050
156.175
156.350
156.450
156.500
156.550
156.900
156.950
156.975
157.025
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156.425
156.450
156.475
156.575
-
156.925
156.975
157.025
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Intership only.
Do.
Intership only.
Internship only.
Digital Selective Calling
Noncommercial
Internship only.
Great Lakes only.
Do.
Internship only.
Distress, Safety and Calling
Intership Safety
U.S. Coast Guard.
Environmental
Maritime Control
Liaison, U.S. Coast Guard
Guard and at Lake Mead, Nev., ship and coast
stations of the National Park Service, U.S.
Department of the Interior.
1: 156.050 MHz and 156.175 MHz are available for port operations and commercial
communications purposes when used only within the U.S. Coast Guard designated
Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) area of New Orleans, on the lower Mississippi River from
the various pass entrances in the Gulf of Mexico to Devil’s Swamp Light at River Mile
242.4 above head of passes near Baton Rouge.
2: 156.250 MHz is available for port operations communications use only within the U.S.
Coast Guard designated VTS radio protection areas of New Orleans and Houston
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described in Sec. 80.383. 156.250 MHz is available for intership port operations
communications used only within the area of Los Angeles and Long Beach harbors,
within a 25- nautical mile radius of Point Fermin, California.
3: 156.550 MHz, 156.600 MHz and 156.700 MHz are available in the U.S. Coast Guard
designated port areas only for VTS communications and in the Great Lakes available
primarily for communications relating to the movement of ships in sectors designated
by the St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation or the U.S. Coast Guard. The
use of these frequencies outside VTS and ship movement sector protected areas is
permitted provided they cause no interference to VTS and ship movement
communications in thier respective designated sectors.
4: Use of 156.875 MHz is limited to communications with pilots regarding the movement
and docking of ships. Normal output power must not exceed 1 watt.
5: 156.375 MHz and 156.650 MHz are available primarily for intership navigational
communications. These frequencies are available between coast and ship on a
secondary basis when used on or in the vicinity of locks or drawbridges. Normal output
power must not exceed 1 watt. Maximum output power must not exceed 10 watts for
coast stations or 25 watts for ship stations.
6: On the Great Lakes, in addition to bridge-to-bridge communications, 156.650 MHz is
available for vessel control purposes in established vessel traffic systems. 156.650
MHz is not available for use in the Mississippi River from South Pass Lighted Whistle
Buoy “2” and Southwest Pass entrance Midchannel Lighted Whistle Buoy to mile 242.4
above Head of Passes near Baton Rouge. Additionally it is not available for use in the
Mississippi River-Gulf Outlet, the Mississippi River-Gulf Outlet Canal, and the Inner
Harbor Navigational Canal, except to aid the transition from these areas.
7: Use of 156.375 MHz is available for navigational communications only in the
Mississippi River from South Pass Lighted Whistle Buoy “2” and Southwest Pass
entrance Mid-channel Lighted Whistle Buoy to mile 242.4 above head of Passes near
Baton Rouge, and in addition over the full length of the Mississippi River-Gulf Outlet
Canal from entrance to its junction with the Inner Harbor Navigation Canal, and over
the ull length of the Inner Harbor Navigation Canal from its junction with the Mississippi
River to its entry to Lake Pontchartrain at the New Seabrook vehicular bridge.
8: Within 120 km (75 miles) of the United States/Canada border, in the area of the Puget
Sound and the Strait of Juan de Fuca and its approaches, 157.425 MHz is half of the
duplex pair designated as Channel 88. In this area, Channel 88 is available to ship
stations for communications with public coast stations only. More than 120 km (75
miles) from the United States/Canada border in the area of the Puget Sound and the
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Strait of Juan de Fuca, its approaches, the Great Lakes, and the St. Lawrence Seaway,
157.425 MHz is available for intership and commercial communications. Outside Puget
Sound area and its approaches and the Great Lakes, 157.425 MHz is also available
for communications between commercial fishing vessels and associated aircraft while
engaged in commercial fishing activities.
9: When the frequency 156.850 MHz is authorized, it may be used additionally for search
and rescue training exercises conducted by state or local governments.
10: The frequency 156.850 MHz is additionally available to coast stations on the Great
Lakes for transmission of scheduled Coded Marine Weather Forecasts (MAFOR),
Great Lakes Weather Broadcast (LAWEB) and nscheduled Notices to Mariners or
Bulletins. F3C and J3C emissions are permitted. Coast Stations on the Great Lakes
must cease weather broadcasts which cause interference to stations operating on
156.800 MHz until the interference problem is resolved.
11: The frequency 157.100 MHz is authorized for search and rescuetraining exercises by
state or local government in conjunction with U.S. Coast Guard stations. Prior U.S.
Coast Guard approval is required. Use must cease immediately on U.S. Coast Guard
request.
12: The duplex pair for channel 20 (157.000/161.600 MHz) may be used for ship to coast
station communications.
13: Available for assignment to coast stations, the use of which is in accord with an agreed
program, for the broadcast of information to ship stations concerning the environmental
conditions in which vessels operate, i.e., weather; sea conditions; time signals; notices
to mariners; and hazards to navigation.
14: Available only in the Puget Sound and the Strait of Juan de Fuca.
15: The frequency 156.525 MHz is to be used exclusively for distress, safety and calling
using digital selective calling techniques. No other uses are permitted.
16: The frequency 156.450 MHz is available for intership, ship and coast general purpose
calling by noncommercial vessels, such as recreational boats and private coast
stations.
17: The frequency 156.425 MHz is assigned by rule to private coast stations in Alaska for
facsimile transmissions as well as voice communications.
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14. WARRANTY
Marine Products Limited Warranty
STANDARD HORIZON (a division of VERTEX STANDARD) warrants, to the original
purchaser only, each new Marine Communications Product (“Product”) manufactured
and/or supplied by STANDARD HORIZON against defects in materials and workmanship
under normal use and service for a period of time from the date of purchase as follows:
Fixed Mount and Portable Transceivers
1 year - if purchased before 01/01/91
3 years - if purchased between 01/01/91 and 01/01/94
3 years Waterproof - if purchased after 01/01/94
Loud hailers
1 year - if purchased before 01/01/91
3 years - if purchased after 01/01/91
Associated Chargers
1 year - if purchased before 01/01/91
3 years - if purchased after 01/01/91
Associated Batteries - 18 months. Note: Batteries will be deemed defective only if storage
capacity drops below 80% of rated capacity or if leakage develops.
Associated Accessories - 1 year. Includes: Microphones/Handsets, External Speakers,
Antennas, Carrying Accessories, Power Supplies, and Signaling Boards.
To receive warranty service, the purchaser must deliver the Product, transportation and
insurance prepaid, to STANDARD HORIZON (a division of VERTEX STANDARD). Include
proof of purchase indicating model. serial number, and date of purchase. STANDARD
HORIZON will return the Product to the purchaser freight prepaid. Products purchased prior
to January 1, 1991 will bear the STANDARD HORIZON warranty terms in effect prior to that
date.
In the event of a defect, malfunction or failure of the Product during the warranty period,
STANDARD HORIZON’s liability for any breach of contract or any breach of express or
implied warranties in connection with the sale of Products shall be limited solely to repair or
replacement, at its option, of the Product or part(s) therein which, upon examination by
STANDARD HORIZON, appear to be defective or not up to factory specifications.
STANDARD HORIZON may, at its option, repair or replace parts or subassemblies with
new or reconditioned parts and subassemblies. Parts thus repaired or replaced are
warranted for the balance of the original applicable warranty.
STANDARD HORIZON will not warrant installation, maintenance or service of the Products.
In all instances, STANDARD HORIZON’s liability for damages shall not exceed the
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purchase price of the defective Product.
This warranty only extends to Products sold within the 50 States of the United States of
America and the District of Columbia.
STANDARD HORIZON will pay all labor to repair the product and replacement parts
charges incurred in providing the warranty service except where purchaser abuse or other
qualifying exceptions exist. The purchaser must pay any transportation expenses incurred
in returning the Product to STANDARD HORIZON for service.
This limited warranty does not extend to any Product which has been subjected to misuse,
neglect, accident, incorrect wiring by anyone other than STANDARD HORIZON, improper
installation, or subjected to use in violation of instructions furnished by STANDARD
HORIZON, nor does this warranty extend to Products on which the serial number has been
removed, defaced, or changed. STANDARD HORIZON cannot be responsible in any way
for ancillary equipment not furnished by STANDARD HORIZON which is attached to or
used in connection with STANDARD HORIZON’s Products, or for the operation of the
Product with any ancillary equipment, and all such equipment is expressly excluded from
this warranty. STANDARD HORIZON disclaims liability for range, coverage, or operation of
the Product and ancillary equipment as a whole under this warranty. STANDARD
HORIZON reserves the right to make changes or improvements in Products, during
subsequent production, without incurring the obligation to install such changes or
improvements on previously manufactured Products.
The implied warranties which the law imposes on the sale of this Product are expressly
LIMITED, in duration, to the time period specified above. STANDARD HORIZON shall not
be liable under any circumstances for consequential damages resulting from the use and
operation of this Product, or from the breach of this LIMITED WARRANTY, any implied
warranties, or any contract with STANDARD HORIZON. IN CONNECTION WITH THE
SALE OF ITS PRODUCTS, STANDARD HORIZON MAKES NO WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AS TO THE MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH
HEREIN.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
or limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions
may not apply. This warranty gives specific legal rights, and there may be other rights which
may vary from state to state.
ONLY PRODUCTS SOLD ON OR AFTER JANUARY 1, 1991 ARE COVERED UNDER
THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
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ON-LINE WARRANTY REGISTRATION
THANK YOU for buying STANDARD HORIZON (a division of Vertex Standard) products!
We are confident your new radio will serve your needs for many years!
Please visit www.standardhorizon.com to register the HX500S 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. Also a statement
regarding product support should be added to the manual.
Product Support Inquiries
If you have any questions or comments regarding the use of the HX500S, you can visit the
STANDARD HORIZON Web site to send an E-mail or contact the Product Support team at
(714) 827-7600 ext 6300 M-F 7:00-5:00PST.
In addition to the warranty, STANDARD HORIZON includes a lifetime “flat rate” program to
provide service after the warranty period has expired. If you wish to obtain the flat rate price
for out-of-warranty repair, you must include the information on the Owner’s Record with the
unit when you return it to your Dealer or to STANDARD HORIZON.
Lifetime Flat Rate Service Program: For the original Owner only, for the lifetime of the unit,
STANDARD HORIZON will repair the unit to original specifications.
Note: The flat rate amount is payable by the Owner only if STANDARD HORIZON or the
STANDARD HORIZON Dealer determines that a repair is needed. After the repair, a 90-day
warranty will be in effect from the date of return of the unit to the .Owner.
This service program is not available for equipment which has failed as a result of neglect,
accident, breakage, misuse, improper installation or modification, or water damage
(depending on the product).
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful
interference.
Part 15.21: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by Vertex
Standard could void the user’s authorization to operate this device.
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