Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product QUANTUM GX2360S Standard Horizon
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Page 1 GX2360S QU ANTUM GX2360S 25 W att VHF/FM Marine T ransceiver Owner's Manual Oversized alphanumeric LCD, knobs and keys Large 2.8 inch internal loudspeaker producing louder audio .
GX2360S Page 2 T ABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY/W ARNING INFORMA TION ........................................................................... 4 FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMA TION ....................................................................... 5 FCC NOTICE .
Page 3 GX2360S 7 DIGIT AL SELECTIVE CALLING .......................................................................... 3 5 7.1 GENERAL ...................................................................................................... 35 7.2 USCG DSC W A TCH .
GX2360S Page 4 SAFETY / W ARNING INFORMA TION 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 byst anders by maintaining the minimum separation dis- tance of 0.
Page 5 GX2360S FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMA TION S tandard Horizon radios comply with the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service. ST A TION LICENSE An FCC ship station license is no longer required for any vessel traveling in U.
GX2360S Page 6 FCC NOTICE NOTICE Unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void com- pliance with FCC Rules. Any change or modification must be approved in writing by ST ANDARD HORIZON. NOTICE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 7 GX2360S GETTING ST ARTED 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.
GX2360S Page 8 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.
Page 9 GX2360S 1 GENERAL INFORMA TION 1.1 INTRODUCTION The ST ANDARD HORIZON QUANTUM is a VHF/FM transceiver designed for use in the frequency range of 156.025 to 163.275 MHz. The QUANTUM can be operated from 1 1 to 16 VDC and has a switchable RF output power of 1 watt or 25 watts.
GX2360S Page 10 2 P ACKING LIST When the package containing the transceiver is first opened, please check it for the following contents: GX2360S QUANTUM T ransceiver Mounting Bracket and attaching hardware Owner ’s Manual Quick-Reference Card Power Cord 3 OPTIONS MMB-84 .
Page 11 GX2360S 4 INST ALLA TION 4.1 LOCA TION The radio can be mounted at any angle. Choose a mounting location that: • is far enough from any compass to avoid any deviation in compass read- ing du.
GX2360S Page 12 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.
Page 13 GX2360S 4.4 CONNECTION OF GPS WITH NMEA OUTPUT Additional Information: • 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.
GX2360S Page 14 4.5 CHECKING GPS CONNECTIONS After connections have been made between the QUANTUM and the GPS, a small satellite icon will appear on the top right corner of the LCD display . T o see additional GPS information press and hold the [ H/L ( NA V )] key until the QUANTUM shows the Date, T ime, SOG and COG .
Page 15 GX2360S 4.7 CHANGING COG TO TRUE OR MAGNETIC Allows customizing the NA V data showing GPS Course Over Ground (COG). Factory default is T rue however following the steps below the COG can be changed to Magnetic. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL/SET ( MENU )] key until “RADIO SETUP” menu appears.
GX2360S Page 16 4.8 OPTIONAL MMB-84 FLUSH MOUNT INST ALLA TION 1. Make a rectangular template for the flush mount measuring 2-27/32” H x 8-5/64” W (72 x 205 mm).
Page 17 GX2360S 4.9 OPTIONAL ENHANCED RAM+ SECOND ST A TION MIC INST ALLA TION The QUANTUM is capable of using up to 2 Enhanced RAM+ mics to remotely control the Radio, DSC and P A/Fog functions. In addition the QUANTUM can operate as a full function intercom system.
GX2360S Page 18 5 CONTROLS AND INDICA TORS NOTE This section defines each control of the transceiver . See Figure 4 for location of controls. For detailed operating instructions refer to chapter 6 of this manual.
Page 19 GX2360S DISTRES S PULL OPEN VOL/PWR SQL CALL PA/ FOG SCAN MEM DW IC NA V MENU SET A/B WX 16/9 QUANTUM GX2360S H/L Figure 4. Controls and Connectors.
GX2360S Page 20 [ WX ] Key Immediately recalls the previously selected NOAA weather channel from any channel. Secondary use 1. Holding down the [ 16/9 ] key while pressing the [ WX ] key changes the mode from USA to International or Canadian.
Page 21 GX2360S [ MEM ] Key Memorizes the selected channel into the transceivers scan memory for scanning. When pressed again, it DELETES the channel from the scan memory . Secondary use Press and hold [ MEM ] key to lock out the front panel keys and CHAN- NEL selector knob.
GX2360S Page 22 CHANNEL SELECTOR 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 ( )] keys on the microphone can also be used to select channels and menu items.
Page 23 GX2360S 6 BASIC OPERA TION 6.1 PROHIBITED COMMUNICA TIONS The FCC prohibits the following communications: • False distress or emergency messages: • Messages to “any boat” except in eme.
GX2360S Page 24 6.4 TRANSMIT TIME - OUT TIMER ( TOT ) When the PTT switch on the microphone is held down, transmit time is limited to 5 minutes. This limit s unintentional transmissions due to a stuck microphone. About 10 seconds before automatic transmitter shutdown, a warning beep will be heard from the speaker(s).
Page 25 GX2360S 1. Program NOAA weather channels into the transceiver ’s memory for scan- ning. Follow the same procedure as for regular channels under section 6.15. 2. Press the [ SCAN ] key once to start memory scanning or hold down the [ SCAN ] key during memory scanning to start priority scanning.
GX2360S Page 26 other distinguishing marks. The tot al 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 re- sponse, try another channel.
Page 27 GX2360S 6.12 MAKING TELEPHONE CALLS T o 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 Public Correspondence channels on the channel charts in this manual.
GX2360S Page 28 3. T o stop scanning, press the [ SCAN ] , [ 16/9 ] , [ WX ] , [ CALL/SET ( MENU )] , or PTT key . 6.15 MEMOR Y SCANNING ( M-SCAN ) NOTE During scanning, the dot matrix area of the LCD will show “ M-SCAN ” or “ P-SCAN ” depending on the scan mode selected.
Page 29 GX2360S 6.17 CHANNEL A /B PRESET CHANNELS T wo calling channels (used by an organization or a favorite channel) can be preset. But USA channels 9 and 16, and WX channels should not be assigned as A or B channels because they are readily available with the [ 16/9 ] and [ WX ] keys.
GX2360S Page 30 6.18 P A/FOG OPERA TION P A/FOG mode allows the transceiver to be used as a 30W hailer when an optional ST ANDARD HORIZON 220SW or 240SW P A horn speaker is installed.
Page 31 GX2360S 1. Press the [ P A/FOG ] key , then select “FOG” with the CHANNEL selector knob. 2. Press the [ CALL/SET ( MENU )] key . 3. T urn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the func- tion. 4. Press the [ CALL/SET ( MENU )] key . 5. On the HORN and SIREN modes, press the PTT switch to activate the tone through the HAIL/P A speaker .
GX2360S Page 32 6.21 INTERCOM OPERA TION If the RAM+ Mic is connected to the QUANTUM , you may communicate be- tween the QUANTUM and RAM+ Mic, or RAM+ Mic and RAM+ Mic (See page 59 for Intercom Operation of the RAM+ Mic).
Page 33 GX2360S 6.22.1 Communication 1. Press and hold the [ DW ( IC )] key while in the “RA- DIO” mode, the mode is changed to “INTERCOM” mode. 2. If your QUANTUM is equipped two RAM+ Mic’s, se- lect the companion you wish to communicate (RAM1, RAM2, or ALL) with the CHANNEL selector knob, then press the [ CALL/SET ( MENU )] key .
GX2360S Page 34 6.22 VOICE SCRAMBLER If privacy of communications is desired, a CVS2500 voice scrambler (VS) can be installed in the transceiver . Contact your Dealer to have a CVS2500 installed. Refer to the section 8.6 VOICE SCRAMBLER to program the voice scrambler .
Page 35 GX2360S 7 DIGIT AL SELECTIVE CALLING 7.1 GENERAL W ARNING This radio is designed to generate a digital maritime distress and safety call to facilitate search and rescue. T o be effective as a safety device, this equipment must be used only within communication range of a shore- based VHF marine channel 70 distress and safety watch system.
GX2360S Page 36 7.2.2 Programming the MMSI W ARNING User MMSI can be input only twice. If the user tries to input MMSI more than twice, the radio will show the display on the right. If the user needs to change the MMSI more than twice, the transceiver will have to be sent to Factory Service.
Page 37 GX2360S 3. Press the [ CALL/SET ( MENU )] key , then select “DSC SCAN” with the CHANNEL selector knob. 4. Press the [ CALL/SET ( MENU )] key . 5. T urn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ON”or “OFF .” 6. Press the [ CALL/SET ( MENU )] key to store the se- lected setting.
GX2360S Page 38 5. If an acknowledgement is received, select channel 16 and advise your distress situation. 6. If no acknowledgment is received, the distress call is repeated in 4 minute intervals until an acknowl- edgment is received.
Page 39 GX2360S 7.6 ALL SHIPS CALL The All Ships Call function allows contact to be established with other vessel stations without having their ID in the individual calling directory . Also, priority for the call can be designated as Urgency or Safety .
GX2360S Page 40 7.6.2 Receiving an All Ships Call 1. When an all ships call is received, an emergency alarm sounds. The radio will automatically change to channel 16. 2. Press any key to stop the alarm. 3. T urn the CHANNEL selector knob to see the MMSI of the vessel transmitting the All Ships Call.
Page 41 GX2360S [ CALL/SET ( MENU )] key to move to the next space. This method can also be used to enter a blank space in the name. T o clear the previous letter , press the [ H/L ( NA V )] key .
GX2360S Page 42 lected setting. 7. T o exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the [ 16/9 ] key . 7.7.3 Setting up Individual Call Ringer When a Individual call is received the radio will produce a ringing tone for 3 minutes. This selection allows the Individual Call ringer time to be changed.
Page 43 GX2360S will transmit again. 7. After the second INDIVIDUAL CALL is transmitted, if the reply signal is not received, the dot matrix area of the LCD will display “ SEND” to prompt the user to send the call again or exit the mode.
GX2360S Page 44 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL/SET ( MENU )] key until “RADIO SETUP” menu appears. 2. T urn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “DSC SETUP” menu. 3 . Press the [ CALL/SET ( MENU )] key , then select “INDIV ACK” with the CHANNEL selector knob.
Page 45 GX2360S reference in the directory . 7. Press the [ CALL/SET ( MENU )] key to store the first letter in the name. 8 . Repeat step 6 and 7 until the name is complete. The name can consist of up to eleven characters, if you do not use all eleven characters press the [ CALL/SET ( MENU )] key to move to the next space.
GX2360S Page 46 8. After the GROUP CALL is transmitted, all the radios in the group will switch to the designated channel. 9. Listen to the channel to make sure it is not busy , then key the microphone and call the other vessels you desire to communicate with.
Page 47 GX2360S 7.8.2.1 Setting up Position Reply The QUANTUM can be set up to automatically or manually send your position to another vessel. This selection is import ant if you are concerned about some- one polling the position of your vessel that you may not want to.
GX2360S Page 48 6. After a DSC position request is transmitted, the trans- ceiver remains on channel 70 until position data is received from the polled vessel. 7. When the QUANTUM receives the position from the polled vessel it is shown on the radio display and also transferred to the GPS Chart plotter .
Page 49 GX2360S 7.8.3 Position Send The feature is similar to Position Request, however instead of requesting a position of another vessel this function allows you to send your position to an- other vessel. Y our vessel must have an operating GPS receiver connected for the QUANTUM to send the position.
GX2360S Page 50 8 RADIO SETUP NOTE The optional RAM+ MIC CMP25 can also change the SETUP menu. Refer to page 60 for details. 8.1 LAMP ADJUSTING Allows setting up the backlight intensity or to turn it off. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL/SET ( MENU )] key until “RADIO SETUP” menu appears.
Page 51 GX2360S 8.3 TIME OFFSET Sets the time of fset between local time and UTC (time GPS sends to radio). T ime is displayed when GPS position (LA T/LON) is displayed by pressing the [ H/L ( NA V )] key . 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL/SET ( MENU )] key until “RADIO SETUP” menu appears.
GX2360S Page 52 8.4 KEY BEEP ( ON/OFF ) This selection allows the beep tone when a key is pressed to be turned off. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL/SET ( MENU )] key until “RADIO SETUP” menu appears. 2. Press the [ CALL/SET ( MENU )] key , then select “KEY BEEP” in the “RADIO SETUP” menu with the CHAN- NEL selector knob.
Page 53 GX2360S 8.6 VOICE SCRAMBLER (Operates only when the optional CVS2500 is installed) This menu is used to setup the channels to be scrambled and the scrambler code. NOTE This menu will not appear unless a CVS2500 is installed. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL/SET ( MENU )] key until “RADIO SETUP” menu appears.
GX2360S Page 54 8.7 CHANNEL NAMING This selection allows you to customize the name of a channel from the default name. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL/SET ( MENU )] key until “RADIO SETUP” menu appears. 2. Press the [ CALL/SET ( MENU )] key , then select “CH NAME” in the “RADIO SETUP” menu with the CHANNEL selector knob.
Page 55 GX2360S 8.8 TRUE MAGNETIC CHANGE ( NA V display ) Allows customizing the GPS COG (Course Over Ground) displayed on the LCD to be in T rue or Magnetic. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL/SET ( MENU )] key until “RADIO SETUP” menu appear . 2 .
GX2360S Page 56 9 ENHANCED RAM+ MIC OPERA TION When the RAM+ microphone is connected to the QUANTUM , most VHF , DSC, setup menus and P A modes can be remotely operated. The RAM+ Mic sup- plied with 23 feet (7 m) of routing cable and can be extended up to 70 feet (21 m) using three 23 feet extension cables model CT -100 .
Page 57 GX2360S POWER SWITCH ( PWR ) Press and hold down this key to turn to the transceiver and RAM+ Mic on and off. PTT ( Push-T o-T alk ) SWITCH Activates transmission.
GX2360S Page 58 W atches for a transmission on CH16 and another selected channel until either signal is received. (Dual watch) NOTE : When the DSC SCANNING feature is enabled (see section 7.3 DSC SCAN), the radio watches for a transmission on CH16, another selected channel, and CH70 until either signal is received (Triple watch).
Page 59 GX2360S and advise your distress situation. 6. If no acknowledgment is received, the distress call is repeated in 4 minute intervals until an acknowledgment is received. 7. When a DSC Distress acknowledgment is received, a distress alarm sounds and channel 16 is automatically selected.
GX2360S Page 60 9.3 DSC/RADIO SETUP MODE The RAM+ can access the DSC / RADIO setup menu (refer to section 7 “DSC/ RADIO SETUP” for details). However , the LAMP , CONTRAST , and KEY BEEP menu item which is accessed from the RAM+ only controls the RAM+’s display and speaker .
Page 61 GX2360S 10 MAINTENANCE The inherent quality of the solid-state components used in this transceiver will provide many years of continuous use. T aking the following precautions will prevent damage to the transceiver .
GX2360S Page 62 10.2 F AC TOR Y SERVICE In the unlikely event that the radio fails to perform or needs servicing, please contact the following: St andard Horizon Attention Marine Rep air Department 10.
Page 63 GX2360S SYMPTON T ransceiver fails to power up. T ransceiver blows fuse when connected to power supply . Popping or whining noise from the speaker while engine runs. Sound is not emitted from the internal or ex- ternal speaker . Sound is not emitted from the P A speaker .
GX2360S Page 64 1 1. CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS T ables on the following columns list the VHF Marine Channel assignments for U.S.A. and International use. Below are listed some data about the chart s. 1. VTS. Where indicated, these channels are part of the U.
Page 65 GX2360S 6 . Marine vessels equipped with VHF radios are required to monitor Channel 16 . VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CH U C I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE 01 X X D 156.050 160.650 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator ) 01A X S 156.050 Port Operation and Commercial.
GX2360S Page 66 VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CH U C I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE 23 X X D 157.150 161.750 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator ) 23 A X S 157.150 U.S. Government Only 24 X X X D 157.200 161.800 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 25 X X X D 157.
Page 67 GX2360S VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CH U C I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE 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 156.875 Port Operations (Inter-ship only) 78 X D 156.
GX2360S Page 68 1: 156.050 MHz and 156.175 MHz are available for port operations and commercial com- munications purposes when used only within the U.S.
Page 69 GX2360S 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 commu- nications.
GX2360S Page 70 12. W ARRANTY Marine Products Limited W arranty ST ANDARD HORIZON (a division of VERTEX ST ANDARD) warrants, to the original purchaser only , each new Marine Communications Product (.
Page 71 GX2360S part s and subassemblies. Parts thus repaired or replaced are warranted for the balance of the original applicable warranty . ST ANDARD HORIZON will not warrant installation, maintenance or service of the Products.
GX2360S Page 72 Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incident al or consequen- tial 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 st ate.
Page 73 GX2360S 13 SPECIFICA TIONS Performance specifications are nominal, unless otherwise indicated, and are subject to change without notice. 13.1 GENERAL Channels ................................................. All USA, International and Canadian Input V oltage .
GX2360S Page 74 MEMO.
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GX2360S Page 76 Copyright 2003 VERTEX ST ANDARD CO., L TD. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual may be reproduced without the permission of VERTEX ST ANDARD CO., L TD. 0310?-0Y Marine Division of VERTEX STANDARD US Headquarters 10900 W alker Street, Cypress, CA 90630, U.
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