Standard Horizon Marine Tranciever Quantum GX2360S Operating Instructions

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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. Press and hold [
MEM]
 key again, unlock the front
panel keys (except [
16/9] and [
DISTRESS]
 keys) and CHANNEL selec-
tor knob.
[
PA/FOG]
 Key
Available to operate the 30W PA function or the FOG HORN function.
[
CALL/SET(
MENU)]...

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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.
Secondary Use

While holding down the [SCAN] key and turning the CHANNEL selector
knob, you can confirm memory channels for scanning.

Adjust the audio output level while in the PA/FOG mode.
ACCESSORY CONNECTION CABLE
Connects the QUANTUM to a GPS, a...

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6  BASIC OPERATION
6.1  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).
6.2  RECEPTION
1. After the transceiver has been installed, ensure that the power supply and
antenna are properly connected.
2. Press and hold the...

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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 limits unintentional transmissions due to a stuck microphone.
About 10 seconds before automatic transmitter shutdown, a warning beep will be
heard from the speaker(s). The transceiver will automatically go to receive mode,
even if the PTT switch is continually held down. Before transmitting again, the PTT
switch must first be released and then pressed...

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.
3. The programmed NOAA weather channels will be scanned along with the
regular-programmed channels. However, scanning will not stop on a nor-
mal weather broadcast unless a NOAA alert is received.
4. When an...

GX2360SPage 26other 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 re-
sponse, try another channel.
6.11  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...

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6.12  MAKING TELEPHONE CALLS
To make a radiotelephone call, use a channel designated for this purpose, The
fastest way to learn which channels are used for radiotelephone traffic is to ask
at a local marina. Channels available for such traffic are designated Public
Correspondence channels on the channel charts in this manual. Some ex-
amples for USA use are Channels 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 84, 85, 86, and 87. Call
the marine operator and identify yourself by your vessel’s name, The marine...

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SCAN]
, [
16/9]
, [
WX]
,
[
CALL/SET(
MENU)]
, or PTT key.
6.15  MEMORY 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.
1. Adjust the SQL knob until background noise disappears.
2. Select a desired channel to be scanned using the
CHANNEL selector knob. Press and hold the
[
MEM]
 key, “MEM” will appear on the LCD which
indicates the channel has been programmed into...

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6.17  CHANNEL A /B PRESET CHANNELS
Two 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.
6.17.1  Storing  a new A/B channel
1. Press and hold down the [
A/B]
 key and rotate the CHANNEL Selector knob
to select the desired channel.
2. Release the [
A/B]
 key to store a desired channel as channel A/B.
3....

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6.18  PA/FOG OPERATION
PA/FOG mode allows the transceiver to be used as a 30W hailer when an
optional STANDARD HORIZON 220SW or 240SW PA horn speaker is installed.
When in Hail mode the PA speaker Listen’s Back (acts as a microphone and
sends sound to the front panel speaker) through the PA horn speaker which
provides two-way communications through the PA horn speaker.
NOTE
When in PA or FOG mode the QUANTUM will receive on the last se-
lected VHF channel before entering into the PA or FOG...