Standard Horizon HX460S Handheld Tranciever Operating Instructions

							HX460SPage 194.17.4 SCn (
SCAN DISPLAY)
Function: Select the display mode while scanning.
Available Values: nor (Normal)/SPL (Special)
Default: nor (Normal)
nor (Normal):Changes the channel number accordance with scanning
SPL (Special):The channel number does not change during scanning. How-
ever, the channel number changes, when the scanner is
stopped, to indicate the channel number on which the radio
has stopped.4.17.5 bro (
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE)
 [
Requires optional SU-1]
Function: Select the unit of the Barometric Pressure display.
Available Values: HG (mm Hg)/HPA
Default: HG (mm Hg)4.17.6 boF (
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE OFFSET)
 [
Requires optional SU-1]
Function: Calibrating the Barometric Pressure meter.
Press the [
p]
 or [
q]
 key to set the HX460S’s Barometric Pressure display to
match a Calibrated Barometer’s displayed pressure. See page 
						

							HX460SPage 20 4.18 CLONING
The HX460S includes a convenient “Clone” feature, which allows the memory
and configuration data from one transceiver to be transferred to another
HX460S. Here is the procedure for Cloning one radio’s data to another:
1.Turn both radios off.
2.Connect the (optional) CT-32 Clone Cable between the MIC/SP jacks of
the two transceivers.
3.Hold down the PRESET key and then turn on the transceiver. Do this for
both transceivers (the order of switching the radios on does not matter);
“cLn” will appear on the display on both transceivers.
4.On the Destination transceiver, press the MEM key (“
cr” will appear on
the LCD).
5.Press the 16/9 key on the Source transceiver; “
cS” will appear on the
Source radio, and the data will now be transferred.
6.If there is a problem during the cloning process, “
cE” will displayed. Check
your cable connections and battery voltage, and try again.
7.If the data transfer is successful, the Destination transceiver will return
to normal operation; Turn both transceivers off and disconnect the Clone
cable. You can then turn the transceivers back on, and begin normal
operation. 
						

							HX460SPage 21 4.19 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 hold-
ing in the WX and SCAN keys, turn the transceiver on. The default condi-
tions 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 pro-
cedure if an operational problem occurs which cannot be solved by nor-
mal operating procedures. 
						

							HX460SPage 225. BATTERY
The CNB460 is a high performance Lithium-Ion battery providing high ca-
pacity in a very compact package.
CAUTION
To avoid risk of explosion and injury, CNB460 battery pack should only
be removed, charged or recharged in non-hazardous environments.
5.1 BATTERY CHARGING
If the radio has never been used, or its charge is depleted, it may be charged
by connecting the NC-72 battery charger, as shown in the illustration. If 12V
DC power is available, the optional E-DC-6 or the E-DC-19 DC adapter with
cigarette plug may be used for charging the battery. The NC-72, E-DC-6
and E-DC-19 will charge a completely discharged CNB460 battery pack in
about 3 hours.
5.2 BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
1.Turn the transceiver off.
2.To remove, open the Battery Pack Latch on the bottom of the trans-
ceiver, then slide the battery downward and out from the transceiver.
3.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.”Close the Battery Pack LatchInsert the Battery PackFigure 6 
						

							HX460S5.3 USING THE NC-72 BATTERY CHARGER
1.Turn the transceiver off.
2.Insert the miniature plug on the end of
the NC-72 Battery Charger cable into the
EXT DC jack of the transceiver.
3.Plug the NC-72 into a 120 VAC wall out-
let.
4.The indicator will glow red, indicating that
charging has begun.
5.When charging is completed, the red
indicator will change to green. Remove
the plug from the EXT DC jack when
charging has been accomplished.
6.Replace the rubber gasket in its place
to protect the inside of the transceiver
from the water.
We do not keep the water-proof while
opening the gasket.
5.4 FBA-23 BATTERY CASE
FBA-23 is a battery case that holds two alkaline batteries and is used with
the HX460S transceiver. Alkaline batteries can be used for transmission in
an emergency, but power output will only be 0.9 W, and battery life will be
short.
1.Slide the batteries into the FBA-23 with the Nega-
tive [–] side of the batteries touching the spring
connections inside the FBA-23.
2.Insert the FBA-23 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-V75LI rechargeable battery. Dis-
regard this indication when using alkaline batteries.
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Figure 8 
						

							HX460S5.5 BATTERY SAFETY
Battery packs for your transceiver contain Nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) batter-
ies. 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:
DO NOT SHORT BATTERY PACK TERMINALS
Shorting the terminals that power to the transceiver can cause sparks, se-
vere 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 termi-
nals 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.
DISPOSE OF BATTERY PACKS PROPERLY
Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. For
requirements in your area, check with the dealer from
whom you purchased your transceiver. The symbol
shown at the right is a reminder that the battery packs
are recyclable.
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							HX460S6. MAINTENANCE
For preventive maintenance and instructions on obtaining factory service,
please refer to the OWNER’S MANUAL SUPPLEMENT. For general trouble-
shooting, refer to this Troubleshooting Chart.Page 25TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
SYMPTONThe SCAN key
does not start the
scan.The USA/INTL/
CAN modes donot function.
Rotating the
SQUELCH
CONTROL knob
does not eliminate
backgroundnoise.
Cannot changeany function.
Key Lock doesnot function.
Indicator does not
light when
charging abattery.PROBABLECAUSE
No channels
memorized.Squelch is not
adjusted.Proper operation
not followed.Low battery.Key Lock is on.Proper operationnot followed.
Defective battery
FNB-58LI.REMEDYUse the MEM key to enter
desired channels into thetransceiver’s memory.
Adjust the squelch to
threshold or to the point
where noise just disappears.
Further adjustment of the
squelch control may elimi-nate incoming signals.
HOLD down the 16/9 key
and press the WX key.Charge battery. Refer to
section 5 of this manual.Turn Key Lock off.Hold down the LAMP key for1 second.
Contact your Vertex Horizon
dealer. 
						

							HX460S7. SPECIFICATIONS
7.1 General
Frequency range:TX:156.025 - 157.425 MHz
RX:156.050 - 163.275 MHz
Number of channels:All US, Canadian & International channels
10 weather channels
Channel spacing:25 kHz
Modulation type:16K0G3E
Supply voltage:7.2 VDC
Current consumption:Standby: 45 mA
Saver on: 20 mA
RX: 190 mA
TX: 1.6 A (H)/0.9 A (M)/0.6 A (L)
Temperature range:–4 °F to +140 °F (–20 °C to +60 °C)
Battery life:10 hours @ 5 W (HI)
(STBY:RX:TX = 18:1:1)15 hours @2.5W (MID)
19 hours @ 1 W (LOW)
Dimensions:37.8 (H) x 23.6 (W) x 11.41 (D) in
96 (H) x 60 (W) x 29 (D) mm
Weight:
						

							HX460S7.3 Receiver
Frequency range:156.050 - 163.275MHz
Circuit type:Double-conversion superheterodyne
IFs:1st: 21.7 MHz
2nd: 450 kHz
Sensitivity:0.2 µV 12 dB SINAD
Adjacent channel selectivity:70 dB
Intermodulation response:70 dB
Spurious response rejection:70 dB
Speaker impedance:8 W
AF output:0.4 W @ 8 W 10 % THD (7.2V)
0.5 W @ 8 W 10 % THD (13.8V) 
						

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