Standard Horizon Marine Tranciever Quantum GX2360S Operating Instructions

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1. Press the [
PA/FOG]
 key, then select “FOG” with the
CHANNEL selector knob.
2. Press the [
CALL/SET(
MENU)]
 key.
3. Turn 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/PA
speaker.
Rotate the CHANNEL selector knob to control the
AF output level. The AF output level can be set from
0 to 30 watts.
6. To exit the FOG HORN mode, press the [
16/9]
, [
WX]
or [
CALL/SET(
MENU)]
 key.
6.19  KEYPAD LOCKING
In order to prevent accidental frequency change, the front panel keys (except
[
DISTRESS]
, [
16/9]
 and [
CALL/SET(
MENU)] 
key) and CHANNEL selector knob
may be locked out.
Press and hold [
MEM]
 key until “-KEY LOCK-” is shown
to lock out the front panel keys and CHANNEL selector
knob. Press and hold [
MEM]
 key again, unlock the front
panel keys and CHANNEL selector knob.
6.20  NAVIGATION INDICATION
The transceiver has the ability to display the time, SOG
and COG date, as well as the vessel’s position (LAT/
LON), when connected to a GPS receiver.
1. Press and hold the [
H/L(
NAV)]
 key to display posi-
tion information. If the GPS receiver is not receiving
a fix, the display will be as shown in the illustration
on the right.
2. To hide the position information, press the [
H/L(
NAV)]
 key. 
						

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6.21  INTERCOM OPERATION
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).
DISTRE SSPU L L  O PE N
VO L/P WR
SQ L
CALL
PA/
FOGSC AN
ME M DWIC
NAV ME N U
SETA/BWX 16/ 9QUANTUM GX2 36 0S
H/L
DISTRE SSPU L L  O PE N
VO L/P WR
SQ L
CALL
PA/
FOGSC AN
ME M DWIC
NAV ME N U
SETA/BWX 16/ 9QUANTUM GX2 36 0S
H/L
DIS TRE SSPU L L  O PE N
VO L /P WR
SQ L
CALL
PA/
FOGSC AN
ME M DWIC
NAV ME N U
SETA/B WX 16/ 9QU AN TUM GX2 36 0S
H/L
DIS TRE SSPU L L  O PE N
VO L /P WR
SQ L
CALL
PA/
FOGSC AN
ME M DWIC
NAV ME N U
SETA/B WX 16/ 9QU AN TUM GX2 36 0S
H/L
S CAN DW
NAVWX
CALL
SETMEM ICU.I.CMEN
U16
9
S CAN DW
NAVWX
CALL
SETMEM ICU.I.CM
EN
U16
9
S CAN DW
NAVWX
CALL
SETMEM ICU.I.CMEN
U16
9
S CAN DW
NAVWX
CALL
SETMEM ICU.I.CM
EN
U16
9
S CAN DW
NAVWX
CALL
SETMEM ICU.I.CMEN
U16
9
S CAN DW
NAVWX
CALL
SETMEM ICU.I.CM
EN
U16
9
SCAN DW
NAVWX
CALL
SETMEM ICU.I.CMEN
U16
9
SCAN DW
NAVWX
CALL
SETMEM ICU.I.CM
EN
U16
9
RAM 1 RAM 1
RAM 1 RAM 1
RAM 1   RAM 2


RAM 1   QUANTAM

RAM 2 RAM 2
RAM 2 RAM 2 
						

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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.
2. When the “INTERCOM” operation is
activated, “INTERCOM” is displayed
on the QUANTUM, and “IC” is dis-
played on the RAM+ Mic.
3. Press the PTT switch. “TALK” will be
shown on the display.
NOTE: A warning beep will be emit-
ted when the QUANTUM
microphone’s PTT switch is pressed
while the RAM+ Mic’s PTT switch is pressed.
4. Speak slowly and clearly into the microphone, hold the microphone about
1/2 inch away from your mouth.
5. When finished, release the PTT switch.
6. Press and hold the [
DW(
IC)]
 key again the mode will revert to “RADIO”
mode.
6.22.2  Calling
Hold down the [
DW(
IC)]
 key for 1 second or more, when the “INTERCOM”
operation is activated. A calling beep is emitted twice from the transceiver
speaker.
NOTE
When both RAM+ microphones are intercom
mode, the QUANTUM will be temporarily disabled
until the RAM+(s) exit the RAM+ to RAM+ inter-
com mode.
(
RAM+ Mic’s PTT switch is pressed) (
QUANTUM’s PTT switch is pressed) 
						

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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.
1. Turn on the transceiver.
2. Select a channel that was programmed for scram-
bler mode (“VS” will appear on the LCD).

If a channel is not set for the voice scrambler,
the display will be as shown in the illustration at
the right (“VS” will disappear from the LCD).

If a voice scrambler is canceled temporarily in
the “SETUP” menu, the display will be as shown
in the illustration at the right.
3. Monitor the channel before transmitting.
4. Transmit the voice message. The signal sent will
be scrambled.
6.23  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
the [
WX]
 and [
SCAN]
 keys, turn the transceiver on. The default conditions are:

No channels in the SCAN memory.

Channel 16 will be selected when the transceiver is turned on.

WX channel 01 will be recalled when the [
WX]
 key is pressed.

Key beep will be on.
NOTE
Resetting the microprocessor will not erase DSC MMSI and Directory
Call Waiting information. 
						

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7  DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING
7.1  GENERAL
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. The
range of signal may vary but under normal conditions should be approxi-
mately 20 nautical miles.
Digital Selective Calling is a semi-automated method of establishing a radio
call, it has been designated by the International Maritime Organization (IMO)
as an international standard for establishing VHF, MF and HF radio calls. It has
also been designated as part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety Sys-
tem (GMDSS). It is planned that DSC will eventually replace aural watches on
distress frequencies and will be used to announce routine and urgent maritime
safety information broadcasts.
This new system allows mariners to instantly send a distress call with GPS posi-
tion (when connected to the transceiver) to the US Coast Guard and other vessels
within range of the transmission. DSC will also allow mariners to initiate or receive
Distress, Urgency, Safety, Routine, POSITION REQUEST, POSITION SEND, and
Group calls to or from another vessel equipped with a DSC transceiver.
7.2  USCG DSC WATCH
The USCG has plans to upgrade its VHF National Distress System (expected
by 2005), so at the time of printing only larger vessels that are required to carry
VHF DSC radios, other mariners with VHF DSC radios and many towing com-
panies will be able to hear your DSC Distress or ALL SHIPS transmission.
7.2.1  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 like a telephone number to
selectively call other vessels.
THIS NUMBER MUST BE PROGRAMMED INTO THE RADIO TO OPERATE
THE QUANTUM DSC FUCTIONS.
How can I obtain an MMSI assignment?
Boat US offers free MMSI numbers. Visit the following to register:
http://www.boatus.com/mmsi/. 
						

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7.2.2 Programming the MMSI
WARNING
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.  Refer to the section 10.2 FAC-
TORY SERVICE.
Allowing a user to program the MMSI only two times is a FCC requirement that
STANDARD HORIZON has to follow.
1. Press and hold down the [
CALL/SET(
MENU)]
 key
until the “RADIO SETUP” menu appears.
2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to the left to se-
lect “DSC SETUP” menu.
3. Press the [
CALL/SET(
MENU)]
 key, then select
“USER MMSI” with the CHANNEL selector knob.
4. Press the [
CALL/SET(
MENU)]
 key. The “User
MMSI” number will appear, and the first space will
flash.
5. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob or press the
[
UP(

)]
 / [
DOWN(
)]
 key on the microphone to se-
lect the first number of your MMSI, then press the
[
CALL/SET(
MENU)]
 key to step to the next number.
6. Repeat step 5 to set your MMSI (up to nine digits).
7. When finished programming the number, press and
hold the [
CALL/SET(
MENU)]
 key to store the number in memory.
8. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the [
16/9]
 key.
7.3  DSC SCAN
When the radio is shipped from the factory it is programmed so CH70 (the DSC
channel) is scanned at all times. A selection is provided in the SETUP MENU to
disable the DSC SCAN. Turning off DSC SCAN will disable the radio from re-
ceiving DSC calls (i.e.: Distress Call, Individual Call, All Ships Call, and Position
Requests). If you want to use any of the functions the selection must be left ON.
To Change DSC SCAN Method:
1. Press and hold down the [
CALL/SET(
MENU)]
 key
until “RADIO SETUP” menu appears.
2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “DSC
SETUP” menu. 
						

							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. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ON”or
“OFF.”
6. Press the [
CALL/SET(
MENU)]
 key to store the se-
lected setting.
7. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode
press the [
16/9]
 key.
7.4  ADDITIONAL DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING INFORMATION
For additional information the USCG has an excellent site that should be visited
at 
www.navcen.uscg.mil/marcoms/gmdss/dsc.html.
7.5  DSC DISTRESS CALL
The QUANTUM is capable of transmitting and receiving DSC Distress mes-
sages to all DSC radios. The QUANTUM may be connected to a GPS to also
transmit the Latitude, Longitude of the vessel.
7.5.1 Transmitting A DSC Distress Call
NOTE
To be able to transmit a DSC distress call an MMSI number must be
programmed, refer to section 7.2.2 Programming the MMSI
In order for your ships location to be transmitted a GPS must be connected to
the QUANTUM, refer to section 4.4 CONNECTION OF GPS WITH NMEA
OUTPUT.
1. Lift the red spring loaded DISTRESS cover and
press the [
DISTRESS]
 key. The “DISTRESS” menu
will appear on the LCD.
2. Press and hold the [
DISTRESS]
 key. The radios dis-
play will count down (3-2-1) and then transmit the
Distress call.
3. When the distress signal is sent, CH70 and “TX”
icon will appear on the LCD. After the message has
been sent, the radio will sound a Distress Alarm.
4. The transceiver “shadow-watches” for a transmission
between CH16 and CH70 until an acknowledgment
signal is received. “DISTRESS” and “WAITING” will appear on the LCD. 
						

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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.
7. When a DSC Distress acknowledgment is received,
a distress alarm sounds and channel 16 is automati-
cally selected. The LCD shows the MMSI of the ship
responding to your distress.
RECEIVED ACK: acknowledgment signal is received.
RECEIVED RLY: relay signal is received from another vessel or coast sta-
tion.
8. To cancel the DSC distress alarm signal from the speaker, press any key.
Cancel a DSC Distress Call
If a DSC Distress call was sent by error the QUANTUM allows you to send a
message to other vessels to cancel the Distress Call that was made in error.
Press the [
CALL/SET(
MENU)]
 key, turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select
“CANCEL.” Then, press the [
CALL/SET(
MENU)]
 key.
7.5.2 Receiving a DSC Distress Call
1. When a DSC Distress call is received, an emergency
alarm sounds.
Then channel 16 is automatically selected.
2. Press any key to stop the alarm.
3. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to change the dis-
play to show the position of the vessel in distress.
4 If the position of the vessel distress data does not
include position, the LCD will show the display on
the left.
NOTE
You must continue monitoring channel 16 as a coast station may require
assistance in the rescue attempt. 
						

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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.
URGENCY Call:This type of call is used when a vessel may not truly be in
distress, but have a potential problem that may lead to a dis-
tress situation. This call is the same as saying PAN PAN PAN
on channel 16.
SAFETY Call: Used to transmit boating safety information to other vessels.
This message usually contains information about an overdue
boat, debris in the water, loss of a navigation aid or an impor-
tant meteorological message. This call is the same as saying
Securite, Securite, Securite.”
7.6.1  Transmitting an All Ships Call
1. Press the [
CALL/SET(
MENU)]
 key. The “DSC OP-
ERATION” menu will appear.
2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ALL
SHIPS.”
3. Press the [
CALL/SET(
MENU)]
 key. (To cancel, turn
the CHANNEL selector knob to select “EXIT.”)
4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the na-
ture of call (“URGENCY” or “SAFETY”).
5. Press the [
CALL/SET(
MENU)]
 key to transmit the
selected type of all ships DSC call.
6. After the ALL SHIPS CALL is transmitted, the trans-
ceiver will switch to CH16.
7. Listen to the channel to make sure it is not busy,
then key the microphone and say PAN PAN PAN or
“Securite, Securite, Securite” depending on the pri-
ority of the call. Then announce your call sign and
announce the channel you wish to switch to for com-
munications. 
						

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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. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to see the MMSI
of the vessel transmitting the All Ships Call.
4. Monitor channel 16 or traffic channel until the UR-
GENCY voice communication is completed.
7.7  INDIVIDUAL CALL
This feature allows the QUANTUM to contact another vessel with a DSC VHF
radio and automatically switch the receiving radio to a desired communications
channel. This feature is similar to calling a vessel on CH16 and requesting to
go to another channel (switching to the channel is private between the two
stations).
7.7.1 Setting up the Individual / Position Call Directory
The QUANTUM has a DSC directory that allows you to store a vessel or person’s
name and the MMSI number associated with vessels you wish to transmit Indi-
vidual calls, Position Requests and Position Send transmissions.
To transmit an Individual call you must program this directory with information
of the persons you wish to call, similar to a cellular phones telephone directory.
1. Press and hold down the [
CALL/SET(
MENU)]
 key
until “RADIO SETUP” menu appears.
2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “DSC
SETUP” menu.
3. Press the [
CALL/SET(
MENU)]
 key, then select
“INDIV DIR” with the CHANNEL selector knob.
4. Press the [
CALL/SET(
MENU)]
 key, then select
“ADD” with the CHANNEL selector knob.
5. Press the [
CALL/SET(
MENU)]
 key.
6. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to scroll through
the first letter of the name of the vessel or person
you want to reference in the directory.
7. Press the [
CALL/SET(
MENU)]
 key to store the first
letter in the name and step to the next letter to the
right.
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