Standard Horizon Marine Radio GX2360S User Manual

QUANTUM GX2360S  
25 Watt VHF/FM  
Marine Transceiver  
Owner's Manual  
Oversized alphanumeric LCD, knobs and keys  
Large 2.8 inch internal loudspeaker producing louder audio  
30 W Loud Hailer with listen back and 4 fog horns, Bells & Whistles  
Removable ClearVoice speaker microphone with 16/9 key and channel  
selection  
Display shows channel names, and repeats GPS information8  
Capable of connecting 2 optional enhanced RAM+ second station re-  
mote microphones  
DSC distress call automatically broadcasts lat/long and vessel ID8  
DSC position request function and NMEA data input/output to connect to  
GPS Plotter8  
Versatile user-programmable Scanning, Priority Scan and Dual Watch  
NOAA Weather channels and Alert  
One-button access to Channel 16 and 9  
One-button access to user selectable preset channels  
Access to all US, Canadian and International channels  
8 with GPS attached  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
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DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING .......................................................................... 35  
7.1 GENERAL...................................................................................................... 35  
7.2 USCG DSC WATCH.................................................................................... 35  
7.2.1 Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) ............................................ 35  
7.2.2 Programming the MMSI ....................................................................... 36  
7.3 DSC SCAN ................................................................................................... 35  
7.4 ADDITIONAL DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING INFORMATION .............. 37  
7.5 DSC DISTRESS CALL ................................................................................ 37  
7.5.1 Transmitting a DSC Distress Call ...................................................... 37  
7.5.2 Receiving a DSC Distress Call .......................................................... 38  
7.6 ALL SHIPS CALL ........................................................................................ 39  
7.6.1 Transmitting an All Ships Call ............................................................ 39  
7.6.2 Receiving an All Ships Call ................................................................ 40  
7.7 INDIVIDUAL CALL ....................................................................................... 40  
7.7.1 Setting up the Individual / Position Call Directory ............................ 40  
7.7.2 Setting up Individual Reply ................................................................. 41  
7.7.3 Setting up Individual Call Ringer........................................................ 42  
7.7.4 Transmitting an Individual Call ............................................................ 42  
7.7.5 Receiving an Individual Call ................................................................ 43  
7.7.6 Setting Up the Call Waiting Function................................................ 43  
7.8 ADVANCED DSC CALLS............................................................................ 44  
7.8.1 Group Call............................................................................................... 44  
7.8.1.1Setup a Group Call ........................................................................... 44  
7.8.1.2Transmitting a Group Call ................................................................. 45  
7.8.1.3Receiving a Group Call ..................................................................... 46  
7.8.2 Position Request ................................................................................... 46  
7.8.2.1Setting up Position Reply.................................................................. 47  
7.8.2.2Transmitting a Position Request to Another Vessel ...................... 47  
7.8.2.3Receiving a Position Request........................................................... 48  
7.8.3 Position Send ........................................................................................ 49  
7.8.3.1Transmitting a DSC Position Send Call.......................................... 49  
7.8.3.2Receiving a DSC Position Send Call ............................................. 49  
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RADIO SETUP MODE .......................................................................................... 50  
8.1 LAMP ADJUSTING ....................................................................................... 50  
8.2 LCD CONTRAST .......................................................................................... 50  
8.3 TIME OFFSET .............................................................................................. 51  
8.4 KEY BEEP (ON / OFF) ................................................................................. 52  
8.5 WX ALERT (ON / OFF) ................................................................................ 52  
8.6 VOICE SCRAMBLER ................................................................................... 53  
8.7 CHANNEL NAMING ..................................................................................... 54  
8.8 TRUE MAGNETIC CHANGE (NAV display) ............................................... 55  
8.9 FOG ALERT TONE FREQUENCY ............................................................... 55  
9
ENHANCED RAM+ MIC OPERTION ................................................................... 56  
9.1 RAM+ MIC CONTROLS .............................................................................. 56  
9.2 INTERCOM OPERTION............................................................................... 59  
9.2.1 Communication....................................................................................... 59  
9.2.2 Calling ..................................................................................................... 59  
9.3 DSC / RADIO SETUP MODE....................................................................... 60  
10 MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................... 61  
10.1 REPLACEMENT PARTS ............................................................................. 61  
10.2 FACTORY SERVICE ................................................................................... 62  
10.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART ................................................................... 63  
11 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS .................................................................................. 64  
12 WARRANTY .......................................................................................................... 70  
13 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................. 73  
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SAFETY / WARNING INFORMATION  
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 bystanders by maintaining the minimum separation dis-  
tance of 0.6 m (2 feet).  
Failure to observe these restrictions will result in exceeding the FCC RF expo-  
sure limits.  
Antenna Installation:  
The antenna must be located at least 0.6 m (2 feet) away from passengers in  
order to comply with the FCC RF exposure requirements.  
ON-LINE WARRANTY REGISTRATION  
rine 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.  
PRODUCT SUPPORT INQUIRIES  
If you have any questions or comments regarding the use of the QUAN-  
TUM, you can visit the STANDARD HORIZON Web site to send an E-  
Mail or contact the Product Support team at 800-767-2450 M-F 7:00-  
5:00PST.  
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FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION  
Standard Horizon radios comply with the Federal Communication Commission  
(FCC) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service.  
STATION LICENSE  
An FCC ship station license is no longer required for any vessel traveling in  
U.S. waters (except Hawaii) which is under 20 meters in length. However, any  
vessel required to carry a marine radio on an international voyage, carrying a  
HF single side band radiotelephone or marine satellite terminal is required to  
have a ship station license. 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.  
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 INFORMATION  
The following data pertaining to the transceiver is necessary to fill out the li-  
cense application.  
Type Acceptance........................................................................... FCC Part 80  
Output Power ................................................ 1 Watt (low) and 25 Watts (high)  
Emission ..........................................................................16K0G3E, 16K0G2B  
Frequency Range...................................................... 156.025 to 163.275 MHz  
FCC Type Number ..................................................................... K6630043X30  
Industry Canada Type Approval .............................................. 511B-30043X30  
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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 STANDARD 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. These  
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful in-  
terference 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 ra-  
dio 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 deter-  
mined 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:  
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
- 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 radio/TV technician for help.  
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GETTING STARTED  
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. The ma-  
rine VHF band provides communications over distances that are essentially  
“line of sight” (VHF signals do not travel well through objects such as buildings,  
hills or trees). 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”.  
SELECTING AN ANTENNA  
Marine antennas are made to radiate signals equally in all horizontal directions,  
but not straight up. The objective of a marine antenna is to enhance the signal  
toward the horizon. The degree to which this is accomplished is called the  
antenna’s gain. It is measured in decibels (dB) and is one of the major factors  
in choosing an antenna. In terms of effective radiated power (ERP), antennas  
are rated on the basis of how much gain they have over a theoretical antenna  
with zero gain. A 3 foot, 3dB gain antenna represents twice as much gain over  
the imaginary antenna.  
Typically a 3 foot 3dB gain stainless steel whip is used on a sailboat mast. The  
longer 8 foot 6dB fiberglass whip is primarily used on power boats that require  
the additional gain.  
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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.  
For runs over 20 feet but less than 50 feet, the larger RG-8X or RG-213/U  
should be used for cable runs over 50 feet RG-8X should be used. For installa-  
tion of the connector onto the coaxial cable refer to the figure below.  
Adapter  
1/16''  
3/4''  
3/4''  
1 1/8''  
1/8''  
3/8'' 5/8''  
To get your coax cable through a fitting and into your boat’s interior, you  
may have to cut off the end plug and reattach it later. You can do this if  
you follow the directions that come with the connector. Be sure to make  
good soldered connections.  
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1 GENERAL INFORMATION  
1.1 INTRODUCTION  
The STANDARD 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 11 to 16 VDC and has a switchable RF output power of 1 watt or  
25 watts.  
The QUANTUM is capable of RTCM SC101 DSC (Digital Selective Calling)  
operation and up 2 Enhanced second station RAM+ mic (CMP25 remote-con-  
trol speaker/microphone with display).  
The QUANTUM operates on all currently-allocated marine channels which are  
switchable for use with USA, International, or Canadian regulations. It has an  
emergency channel 16 which can be immediately selected from any channel  
[
by pressing the red 16/9 key. NOAA Weather channels can also be accessed  
]
[
immediately by pressing the WX key with channel selection.  
]
Other features of the QUANTUM include: 30W PA/Fog, multi-station intercom,  
scanning, priority scanning, submersible speaker mic, high and low voltage  
warning, and GPS repeatability.  
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2 PACKING LIST  
When the package containing the transceiver is first opened, please check it  
for the following contents:  
GX2360S QUANTUM Transceiver  
Mounting Bracket and attaching hardware  
Owner’s Manual  
Quick-Reference Card  
Power Cord  
3 OPTIONS  
MMB-84 .......................................................................... Flush-Mount Bracket  
CMP25B/W ................ Remote-Access Microphone (RAM+ Mic, Black/White)  
CT-100 ................................................ 10-foot Extension Cable for RAM+ Mic  
CVS2500................................................................................ Voice Scrambler  
101S ............................................................................ Mini Extension Speaker  
201S ......................................................................... White Extension Speaker  
201SZ.................................................. White Flush Mount Extension Speaker  
201SBK ..................................................................... Black Extension Speaker  
201SBKZ.............................................. Black Flush Mount Extension Speaker  
220SW .......................................................................4.5” Round Hail/PA Horn  
240SW ............................................................ 5 x 8 Rectangular Hail/PA Horn  
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4 INSTALLATION  
4.1 LOCATION  
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 due to the speaker magnet  
• provides accessibility to the front panel controls  
• allows connection to a power source and an antenna  
• has nearby space for installation of a microphone hanger  
• the antenna must be mounted at least 3 feet from radio  
Note: To insure the radio does not affect the compass or radios performance is  
not affected by the antenna location, temporarily connect the radio in the de-  
sired location and:  
a. Examine the compass to see if the radio causes any deviation  
b. Connect the antenna and key the radio. Check to ensure the radio is  
operating correctly by requesting a radio check.  
4.2 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS  
CAUTION  
Reverse polarity connections will damage the radio!  
Connect the power cord and antenna to the radio. Antenna and Power Supply  
connections are as follows (see Figure 1):  
Optional HAIL/PA Horn  
Antenna  
Optional Speaker  
Water proof  
Deck Outlet  
Fuse  
Accessory Cable  
Red  
Black  
Power Source  
GPS Navigation Receiver  
Figure 1. General Installation  
1. Mount the antenna at least 3 feet away from the radio. At the rear of the  
radio, connect the antenna cable. It must have a PL259 connector. RG-8/U  
coaxial cable must be used if the antenna is 25 feet or more from the radio.  
RG58 cable can be used for distances less than 25 feet.  
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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 3.3  
for connections.  
4. It is advisable to have a Certified Marine Technician check the power output  
and the standing wave ratio of the antenna after installation.  
4.3 ACCESSORY CABLE  
White: External speaker (+)  
Shield: External speaker (–)  
Red: PA speaker (+)  
Shield: PA speaker (–)  
Blue: NMEA IN (+) from GPS navigation receiver  
Green: NMEA IN (–) from GPS navigation receiver  
Gray: NMEA OUT (+) to GPS navigation receiver  
Brown: Test port (for the Service Technician)  
When connecting the external speaker or GPS navigation receiver, strip off  
about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of the specified wire’s insulation, then splice the ends  
together.  
PA Speaker  
16/9  
Shield  
Red  
WX  
VOL/PWR  
Gray  
Green  
Blue  
Blue  
Green  
Brown  
A/B  
QUANTUM  
SCAN  
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Shield  
White  
IC  
SQL  
PA/  
FOG  
DW  
DISTRESS  
PULL OPEN  
NAV  
H/L  
MENU  
CALL  
MEM  
SET  
External Speaker  
Wire Color/Description  
Connection Examples  
( )  
(–)  
WHITE - External Speaker + Connect to external 4 Ohm audio speaker  
SHIELD - External Speaker  
( )  
(–)  
Connect to external 4 Ohm audio speaker  
Connect to external 4 Ohm PA speaker  
Connect to external 4 Ohm PA speaker  
RED - PA Speaker +  
SHIELD - PA Speaker  
(–)  
connection of GPS  
( )  
Connect to NMEA + output of GPS  
( )  
Connect to NMEA + input of GPS  
GREEN - NMEA Ground  
BLUE- NMEA Input (+)  
GRAY-NMEA Output (+)  
Connect to NMEA  
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4.4 CONNECTION OF GPS WITH NMEA OUTPUT  
Manufacturer/Model  
STANDARD HORIZON  
Furuno GP30, 36  
Wires  
Green  
QUANTUM  
Green  
Gray  
Manufacturer/Model  
Wires  
Orange  
Black (GND)  
Gray  
QUANTUM  
Blue  
Lowrance Portable  
Blue  
Green  
Blue  
Brown  
White  
Blue  
Magellan Fixed Mount  
Magellan Portable  
Northstar  
Blue  
Black (GND)  
Orange  
Black (GND)  
Yellow  
Green  
Blue  
Blue  
Green  
Blue  
Furuno GP1650, 1850  
Garmin Fixed Mounts  
Garmin Portables  
White  
Green  
Blue  
Black  
Green  
Blue  
Blue  
Black (GND)  
Yellow  
Green  
Blue  
Black (GND)  
Brown  
Black (GND)  
Yellow  
Green  
Green  
Blue  
Raytheon 420  
Brown  
Green  
Blue  
Green  
Blue  
Raytheon 520 / 620  
Raytheon RL SERIES  
Simrad  
Blue  
JRC GPS500  
Brown  
Green  
Blue  
Green  
Blue  
White  
JRC 100 SERIES  
Green  
Brown  
Green  
Blue  
Black  
Green  
Blue  
White  
JRC 200 SERIES  
White  
Brown  
Green  
Blue  
Black  
Green  
Blue  
Sitex Neptune, Nautilus  
Gray  
Lowrance Fixed Mount  
White  
Brown  
Green  
Black (GND)  
Green  
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. Please contact  
the manufacturer of the GPS receiver.  
QUANTUM can read NMEA-0183 version 2.0 or higher.  
The NMEA supported sentences are:  
Input: GLL, GGA, RMC and GNS (RMC sentence is recommended)  
Output:DSC and DSE  
(DSC sentences to Standard Horizon Plotter for Position Polling)  
If you have further inquires, please feel free to contact Product Support at:  
Phone: (800) 767-2450  
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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. To see  
[
additional GPS information press and hold the H/L NAV key until the  
(
)]  
QUANTUM shows the Date, Time, SOG and COG.  
4.6 CHANGING THE GPS TIME  
From the Factory the QUANTUM shows GPS satellite time or UTC time. A time  
offset is needed to show the local time in your area.  
[
(
)]  
1. Press and hold down the CALL/SET MENU key until “RADIO SETUP”  
menu appears.  
[
2. Press the CALL/SET MENU key, then select  
(
)]  
“TIME SET” with the CHANNEL selector knob.  
[
(
3. Press the CALL/SET MENU key.  
)]  
4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select time off-  
set from UTC. See illustration below to find your off-  
set time from UTC. If “0:00” is assigned, the time is  
the same as UTC (Universal Time Coordinated or  
GMT Greenwich Mean Time).  
[
5. Press the CALL/SET MENU key to store the time  
(
)]  
offset.  
6. Press the 16/9 key or turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “EXIT,”  
[
]
[
(
)]  
then press the CALL/SET MENU key to return to the “RADIO SETUP”  
[
menu, select “EXIT” and press the CALL/SET MENU key to return to  
(
)]  
radio operation.  
OFFSET TIME TABLE  
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4.7 CHANGING COG TO TRUE OR MAGNETIC  
Allows customizing the NAV data showing GPS Course Over Ground (COG).  
Factory default is True 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.  
[
(
)]  
2. Press the CALL/SET MENU key, then select  
“TRUE MAG” in the “RADIO SETUP” menu with the  
CHANNEL selector knob.  
[
(
)]  
3. Press the CALL/SET MENU key.  
4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “MAG-  
NETIC” or “TRUE.”  
[
(
)]  
5. Press the CALL/SET MENU key to store the se-  
lected setting.  
6. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “EXIT,”  
[
then press the CALL/SET MENU key to return to the “RADIO SETUP”  
(
)]  
[
menu, select “EXIT” and press the CALL/SET MENU key to return to  
(
)]  
radio operation.  
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4.8 OPTIONAL MMB-84 FLUSH MOUNT INSTALLATION  
1. Make a rectangular template for the flush mount measuring 2-27/32” H x  
8-5/64” W (72 x 205 mm).  
2. Use the template to mark the location where the rectangular hole is to be  
cut. Confirm the space behind the dash or panel is deep enough to accom-  
modate the transceiver (at least 6 inches deep).  
There should be at least 1/2 inch between the transceiver’s heatsink and  
any wiring, cables or structures.  
3. Cut out the rectangular hole and insert the transceiver.  
4. Fasten the brackets to the sides of the transceiver with the lock washer nut  
combination; so that the mounting screw base faces the mounting surface  
(see Figure 2).  
5. Turn the adjusting screw to adjust the tension so that the transceiver is tight  
against the mounting surface.  
Bracket  
Adjusting Screw  
Lock-washer nut combination  
Figure 2. MMB-84 Flush Mount Instllation  
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4.9 OPTIONAL ENHANCED RAM+ SECOND STATION MIC INSTALLATION  
The QUANTUM is capable of using up to 2 Enhanced RAM+ mics to remotely  
control the Radio, DSC and PA/Fog functions. In addition the QUANTUM can  
operate as a full function intercom system. With 2 RAM+ mics connected the  
QUANTUM or RAM+ mics can selective call each station individually or all at  
one time.  
1. Connect the RAM+ MIC Cable to the RAM MIC CONNECTOR on the rear  
panel, then tighten the Cable Nut (See Figure 3).  
2. Referring to Figure 3, make a 1.2” (30 mm) hole in the wall, then insert the  
RAM+ MIC Cable into this hole. Connect the Gasket and Mount Base to the  
RAM+ MIC Cable Connector using the Nut.  
3. Drill the four Screw holes (approx. 2 mm) on the wall, then install the Mounting  
Base to the wall using four screws.  
4. Put the Rubber Cap on to the Nut. The installation is now complete.  
Wall  
Gasket  
Cap  
RAM MIC Cable  
Mounting Bracket  
Nut  
Figure 3. Enhanced RAM+ MIC Instllation  
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5 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS  
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.  
5.1 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS  
(
POWER SWITCH/VOLUME CONTROL VOL/PWR  
)
Turns the transceiver on and off as well as adjusts the audio volume. To  
turn the transceiver on press and hold this knob until the LCD turns on. To  
turn it off, press and hold this knob until the LCD turns off. When the power  
is turned on, the transceiver is set to the last selected channel.  
Secondary Use  
[
]
[
]
When the transceiver is turned on while the SCAN and WX keys are held  
down, the internal microprocessor is reset. This clears the memory and all  
user-programmed settings, such as scan memory, and priority scan as-  
signments. This condition is known as the default condition, the same as  
when shipped from the factory. For a list of these defaults, see the section  
6.23 Resetting the Transceiver’s Microprocessor.  
NOTE  
Resetting the microprocessor will not erase the DSC MMSI and the  
Individual Directory Call information.  
(
SQUELCH CONTROL SQL  
)
Adjusting this control clockwise, sets the point at which random noise on  
the channel does not activate the audio circuits but a received signal does.  
This point is called the squelch threshold. Further adjustment of the squelch  
control will degrade reception of wanted transmissions.  
[ ]  
DISTRESS Key  
Used to send a DSC Distress Call. To send the distress call refer to section  
7.5.1 (Transmitting A DSC Distress Call).  
KEYPAD  
[
]
16/9 Key  
Immediately recalls channel 16 from any channel location. Holding down  
[
]
this key recalls channel 9. Pressing the 16/9 key again reverts to the  
previous selected working channel.  
Secondary use  
[
Press and hold the 16/9 key then press the WX key to switch between  
]
[
]
USA, International and Canadian bands.  
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16/9  
WX  
A/B  
VOL/PWR  
QUANTUM  
SCAN  
GX2360S  
IC  
DW  
NAV  
H/L  
SQL  
PA/  
FOG  
DISTRESS  
PULL OPEN  
MENU  
CALL  
MEM  
SET  
Figure 4. Controls and Connectors  
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[ ]  
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.  
[
]
[
]
[
]
[
]
2. Holding down the WX and SCAN key while turning the power on  
resets the microprocessor and erases scan channels from memory.  
This clears the memory and establishes the factory-set defaults. For  
a list of these defaults, see the section on 6.23 Resetting the  
Transceiver’s Microprocessor.  
[
[
]
A/B Key  
Immediately recalls two user assigned channels from any channel.  
(
DW IC Key  
)]  
Scans for voice communications on CH16 and another selected channel  
until a signal is received on either channel. (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 a signal is received (Triple watch).  
Secondary use  
[
Press and hold DW IC key, when the optional RAM+ Mic is connected,  
( )]  
intercom operation will operate between radio and RAM+ Mic.  
[
(
)]  
)]  
Toggles between 25 W (High) and 1 W (Low) power. When the H/L NAV  
H/L NAV Key  
[
(
key is pressed while the transceiver is on channel 13 or 67, the power  
will temporarily switch from LO to HI power until the PTT is released. The  
[
(
H/L NAV key does not function on transmit inhibited and low power  
)]  
only channels.  
Secondary use  
[
(
)]  
Press and hold H/L NAV key, the LCD displays NAV GPS Data, Time,  
SOG (Speed Over Ground), and COG (Course Over Ground) when a  
GPS is connected to the accessory cable of the QUANTUM. See sec-  
tion 4.4 CONNECTION OF GPS WITH NMEA OUTPUT.  
[ ]  
SCAN Key  
1. Starts and stops scanning of programmed channels.  
[
(
)]  
[
(
)]  
2. If held while the UP or DOWN key on the microphone are  
pressed or CHANNEL selector knob on radio is turned, the radio will  
show the channels programmed in scan memory. This function will  
not work if the unit is scanning.  
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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  
tor knob.  
] and [  
]
DISTRESS keys) and CHANNEL selec-  
[
[
]
PA/FOG Key  
Available to operate the 30W PA function or the FOG HORN function.  
(
CALL/SET MENU Key  
)]  
[
The CALL/SET MENU key functions as the enter key.  
(
)]  
Secondary use  
[
(
)]  
Press the CALL/SET MENU key to access the DSC OPERATION  
menu. The “INDIVIDUAL CALL,” “GROUP CALL,” “ALL SHIPS CALL,”  
“POSITION REQUEST,” “POSITION SEND,” “STANDBY MODE,” and  
“CALL WAITING” functions can be accessed from the DSC OPERA-  
TION menu.  
[
Press and hold the CALL/SET MENU key to access the RADIO SETUP  
(
)]  
(refer to Section 8) or DSC SETUP menu (refer to Section 7).  
RADIO SETUP-menu  
DSC SETUP-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 PA speaker, and an external speaker.  
See section 3 OPTIONS for a list of speakers STANDARD HORIZON offers.  
DC INPUT CABLE  
Connects the radio to a DC power supply capable of delivering 12V DC.  
RAM+ MIC CONNECTORS  
Connects the QUANTUM to the enhanced RAM+ MIC (Remote Access  
Microphone). Refer to section 9 ENHANCED RAM+ MIC OPERATION.  
ANTENNA JACK  
Connects an antenna to the transceiver. Use a marine VHF antenna with  
an impedance of 50 ohms.  
PTT (Push-To-Talk) SWITCH  
Keys the transmitter when the transceiver is in radio mode. If the transceiver  
is in the intercom operation mode (between the RAM+ and the QUANTUM),  
it activates the QUANTUM microphone for voice communications.  
MICROPHONE  
Transmits the voice message with reduction of background noise, using  
Clear Voice Noise Reduction Technology.  
MICROPHONE SPEAKER  
The same audio heard through internal radio speaker is heard through mi-  
crophone speaker.  
[
(
)] [  
( )]  
UP / DOWN KEYS  
[
The UP and DOWN on the microphone function the same as the  
( )]  
[
( )]  
CHANNEL selector knob on the front panel of the transceiver.  
[ ]  
16/9 Key  
[
]
Pressing the 16/9 key immediately recalls channel 16 from any location.  
[
Press and hold the 16/9 key to recall channel 9. Pressing the 16/9 key  
]
[
]
again will revert the radio to the previous selected channel.  
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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 VOL/PWR knob until the radio turns on.  
3. Turn the SQL knob fully counterclockwise. This state is known as “squelch  
off”.  
4. Turn up the VOL/PWR knob until noise or audio from the speaker is at a  
comfortable level.  
5. Turn the SQL knob clockwise until the random noise disappears. This state  
is known as the “squelch threshold.”  
6. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the desired channel. Refer to  
the channel chart on page 65 for available channels.  
7. When a message is received, adjust the volume to the desired listening  
level. The “BUSY” indicator in the LCD is displayed indicating that the channel  
is being used.  
6.3 TRANSMISSION  
1. Perform steps 1 through 6 of RECEPTION.  
2. Before transmitting, monitor the channel to ensure it is clear.  
THIS IS AN FCC REQUIREMENT!  
3. Press the PTT (push-to-talk) switch. The “TX” indicator on the LCD is dis-  
played.  
4. Speak slowly and clearly into the microphone.  
5. When the transmission is finished, release the PTT switch.  
NOTE  
This is a noise-canceling microphone. The oval slot on the bottom of micro-  
phone should be positioned within 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the mouth for opti-  
mum performance.  
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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 again.  
6.5 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE  
Refer to the VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART (page 65) for instructions on use  
of simplex and duplex channels.  
NOTE  
All channels are factory-programmed in accordance with FCC (USA),  
Industry Canada (Canada), and International regulations. Mode of op-  
eration cannot be altered from simplex to duplex or vice-versa.  
6.6 USA, CANADA, AND INTERNATIONAL MODE  
[
]
[
]
1. To change the modes, hold the 16/9 key and press the WX key. The  
mode changes from USA to International to Canadian with each press of  
[
the WX key.  
]
2. “USA” will be displayed on the LCD for USA mode, “INTL” will be displayed  
for International mode, and “CAN” will be displayed for Canadian mode.  
3. Refer to the VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART (page 65) for allocated chan-  
nels in each mode.  
6.7 NOAA WEATHER CHANNELS  
1. To receive a NOAA weather channel, press the WX key from any channel.  
The transceiver will go to the last selected weather channel.  
[
]
[
2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob on the radio or UP / DOWN ꢁ  
(
)] [  
(
)]  
keys on the microphone to select a different NOAA weather channel.  
[
3. To exit from the NOAA weather channels, press the WX key. The trans-  
]
ceiver returns to the channel it was on prior to a weather channel.  
6.8 NOAA WEATHER ALERT  
In the event of extreme weather disturbances, such as storms and hurricanes,  
the NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) sends a weather  
alert accompanied by a 1050 Hz tone and subsequent weather report on one of  
the NOAA weather channels. When the Weather Alert feature is enabled (see  
section 8.5 WX ALERT), the transceiver is capable of receiving this alert if the  
following is performed:  
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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 alert is received on a NOAA weather channel, scanning will stop and  
the transceiver will emit a loud beep to alert the user of a NOAA broadcast.  
[
5. Press the WX key to stop the alert tone and receive the weather report.  
]
NOTE  
[
If the WX key is not pressed the alert tone will be emitted for 5 minutes  
]
and then the weather report will be received.  
NOTE  
The Weather Alert feature is also engaged while the transceiver is re-  
ceiving on one of the NOAA weather channels.  
6.9 NOAA WEATHER ALERT TESTING  
NOAA tests the alert system ever Wednesday between 11AM and 1PM. To test  
the QUANTUM’s NOAA Weather feature, on Wednesday between 11AM and  
1PM, setup as in section 6.8 and confirm the alert is heard.  
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6.10 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, May-  
” (your vessel’s name).  
” (your vessel’s name).  
day. This is  
,
,
2. Then repeat once: “Mayday,  
3. Now report your position in latitude/longitude, or by giving a true or mag-  
netic 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  
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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 re-  
sponse, try another channel.  
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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 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 inter-  
vals. 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 communi-  
cations. 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 con-  
tact. For example, Channels 68 and 69 of the U.S. VHF Charts are some of the  
channels available to non-commercial (recreational) boaters. Monitor your de-  
sired 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, immedi-  
ately request another channel by saying “go to,” the number of the other chan-  
nel, 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 begin-  
ning 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.  
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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  
operator will then ask you how you will pay for the call (telephone credit card,  
collect, etc.) and then link your radio transmission to the telephone lines.  
The marine telephone company managing the VHF channel you are using may  
charge a link-up fee in addition to the cost of the call.  
6.13 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.  
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6.14 DUAL WATCH TO CH16  
1. Adjust the SQL knob until the background noise disappears.  
)
2. Select the channel you wish to dual watch to CH16.  
[
( )]  
3. Press the DW IC key. The display will scan between CH16 and the chan-  
nel that was selected in step 2.  
If a transmission is received on the channel selected  
in step 2, the QUANTUM will dual watch to CH16.  
[
4. To stop Dual Watch press the DW IC key again.  
(
)]  
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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  
the transceivers memory.  
3. Repeat step 2 for all the desired channels to be scanned.  
4. To DELETE a channel from the transceiver’s memory, select the channel  
[
]
then press and hold the MEM key, “MEM” will disappear in the LCD.  
[
]
5. To start scanning, press the SCAN key. Scanning  
will proceed from the lowest to the highest pro-  
grammed channel number and will stop on a chan-  
nel when a transmission is received.  
6. The channel number will blink during reception.  
[
7. To stop scanning, press the SCAN , 16/9 , WX , CALL/SET MENU , or  
] [  
] [  
] [  
(
)]  
PTT key.  
(
6.16 PRIORITY SCANNING P-SCAN  
1. Channel 16 is set as the priority channel.  
)
[
2. To select priority scanning, press the SCAN key to  
]
start memory scanning (“M-SCAN” appears), then  
[
press and hold down the SCAN key until “P-SCAN”  
]
appears on the LCD. Scanning will proceed between  
the memorized channels and the priority channel. CH 16 the priority chan-  
nel will be scanned after each programmed channel.  
MEM CH.  
CH. 16  
CH. 70ꢀ  
MEM CH.  
CH. 16  
CH. 70ꢀ  
[
3. To stop scanning, press the SCAN , 16/9 , WX ,  
] [  
] [  
]
[
(
)]  
CALL/SET MENU , or PTT key.  
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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. Repeat steps to program second channel A/B.  
6.17.2 Changing the stored A/B channel  
[
]
1. Press the A/B key for memorized channel to appear.  
[
2. Press and hold down the A/B key and rotate the Channel Selector knob to  
]
select the desired channel.  
[
3. Release the A/B key to store a desired channel as channel A/B.  
]
NOTE  
The A/B channels can be cleared by following the microprocessor reset  
procedure (see section 6.23)  
6.17.3 Operating the channel A/B  
[
]
Pressing the A/B key more than once toggles between  
channel A, channel B and the channel that was received  
on.  
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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 mode and re-  
ceive DSC calls.  
PA HAIL mode:  
PA HAIL mode allows the transceiver to be used as a power hailer when an  
optional STANDARD HORIZON 220SW or 240 SW HAIL/PA speaker is in-  
stalled. The Hail mode has a listen-back feature which provides two way com-  
munication through the HAIL/PA speaker.  
FOG HORN mode:  
Automatic signaling is transmitted through the HAIL/PA speaker.  
6.18.1 Operating the PA HAIL mode  
[
1. Press the PA/FOG key, then select “PA” with the  
]
CHANNEL selector knob.  
[
(
)]  
2. Press the CALL/SET MENU key.  
3. Press the PTT switch to speak 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.  
[
4. To exit the PA HAIL mode, press the 16/9 , WX or CALL/SET MENU  
] [  
]
[
(
)]  
key.  
6.18.2 Operating the FOG HORN mode  
Operator can select from FOG 1, FOG 2, FOG 3, FOG 4, HORN, SIREN,  
AGROUND, or ANCHOR.  
FOG 1: POWER BOAT UNDERWAY  
FOG 2: POWER BOAT STOPPED  
FOG 3: SAIL BOAT, FISH VESSEL, TOW VESSEL  
FOG 4: VESSEL UNDER TOW  
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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).  
RAM 1  
RAM 2  
RAM 1  
RAM 2  
M
E
M
IC  
M
E
M
IC  
M
E
M
IC  
M
E
M
IC  
WX  
WX  
WX  
WX  
SCAN  
DW  
SCAN  
DW  
SCAN  
DW  
SCAN  
DW  
CALL  
SET  
CALL  
SET  
CALL  
SET  
CALL  
SET  
NAV  
16  
9
NAV  
16  
9
NAV  
16  
9
NAV  
16  
9
16/9  
WX  
A/B  
16/9  
WX  
A/B  
VOL/PWR  
VOL/PWR  
QUANTUM  
SCAN  
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IC  
IC  
PA/  
FOG  
SQL  
PA/  
FOG  
SQL  
DW  
DW  
DISTRESS  
PU PE  
DISTRESS  
PU PE  
NAV  
MENU  
CALL  
NAV  
MENU  
L
L
O
N
L
L
O
N
CALL  
H/L  
MEM  
H/L  
MEM  
SET  
SET  
RAM 1  
RAM 1  
QUANTAM  
RAM 2  
RAM 1  
RAM 2  
M
E
M
IC  
M
E
M
IC  
M
E
M
IC  
M
E
M
IC  
WX  
WX  
WX  
WX  
SCAN  
DW  
SCAN  
DW  
SCAN  
DW  
SCAN  
DW  
CALL  
SET  
CALL  
SET  
CALL  
SET  
CALL  
SET  
NAV  
NAV  
NAV  
NAV  
16  
9
16  
9
16  
9
16  
9
16/9  
WX  
A/B  
16/9  
WX  
A/B  
VOL/PWR  
VOL/PWR  
QUANTUM  
SCAN  
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6.22.1 Communication  
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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.  
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)
QUANTUM’s PTT switch is pressed  
3. Press the PTT switch. “TALK” will be  
shown on the display.  
NOTE: A warning beep will be emit-  
t e d w h e n t h e Q U A N T U M  
microphone’s PTT switch is pressed  
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)
RAM+ Mic’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  
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)]  
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.  
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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.  
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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:  
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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.  
[
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)]  
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.  
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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  
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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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.  
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  
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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  
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[
(
CALL/SET MENU key to move to the next space.  
)]  
This method can also be used to enter a blank space  
in the name. To clear the previous letter, press the  
[
(
H/L NAV key.  
)]  
[
9. After the eleventh letter or space has been entered, press the CALL/  
(
)]  
SET MENU key to advance to the MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Iden-  
tity Number) number entry.  
10. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to scroll through numbers, 0-9. To enter  
the desired number and move one space to the right press the  
[
(
CALL/SET MENU key. Repeat this procedure until all nine space of the  
)]  
MMSI number are entered.  
11. If a mistake was made entering in the name or the MMSI number repeat  
[
pressing the CALL/SET MENU key until the wrong character is selected,  
(
)]  
then move the channel knob to correct the entry.  
12. To store the data entered, press and hold  
[
(
)]  
the CALL/SET MENU key.  
13. To enter another individual address, repeat steps 4  
through 12.  
[
14. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the 16/9 key.  
]
NOTE  
Selecting “NEXT” or “EXIT” will automatically save the name and MMSI  
number into memory.  
7.7.2 Setting up Individual Reply  
Allows setting up the radio to automatically (default setting) or manually re-  
spond to a DSC Individual call requesting you to switch to a working channel for  
voice communications. When Manual is selected the MMSI of the calling ves-  
sel is shown allowing you to see who is calling. This function is similar to caller  
id on a cellular phone.  
[
(
)]  
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 REPLY” with the CHANNEL selector knob.  
[
(
)]  
4. Press the CALL/SET MENU key.  
5. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “AUTO”  
or “MANUAL.”  
[
6. Press the CALL/SET MENU key to store the se-  
(
)]  
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lected setting.  
7. To 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.  
[
1. Press and hold down the CALL/SET MENU key  
(
)]  
until “RADIO SETUP” menu appear.  
2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “DSC  
SETUP” menu.  
[
(
)]  
3. Press the CALL/SET MENU key, then select  
“INDIV RING” with the CHANNEL selector knob.  
[
(
)]  
4. Press the CALL/SET MENU key.  
5. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select ringing  
time of a Individual Call.  
[
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.  
]
7.7.4 Transmitting an Individual Call  
This feature allows the user to contact another vessel with a DSC radio. This  
feature is similar to calling a vessel on CH16 and requesting to go to another  
channel.  
[
1. Press the CALL/SET MENU key. The “DSC OP-  
(
)]  
ERATION” menu will appear.  
2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “INDI-  
VIDUAL.” (To cancel, select “EXIT” with the CHAN-  
[
NEL selector knob or press the 16/9 key.)  
]
[
(
)]  
3. Press the CALL/SET MENU key. The transceiver  
will beep, and the “Individual directory” will appear.  
4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the “In-  
dividual” you want to contact.  
[
5. Press the CALL/SET MENU key to transmit the  
(
)]  
individual DSC signal.  
6. After INDIVIDUAL CALL is transmitted, the transceiver will wait 8 seconds  
for the acknowledgment. If the reply signal is not received, the transceiver  
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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.  
8. When an individual call acknowledgment is received,  
the established channel is automatically selected and  
a ringing tone sounds.  
[
(
)]  
9. Press the CALL/SET MENU key to listen to the  
channel to make sure it is not busy, then key the  
microphone and call the other vessel you desire to  
communicate with.  
7.7.5 Receiving an Individual Call  
When receiving an individual call, an acknowledgment must be sent back to the  
calling station. The QUANTUM default setting is Automatic, but has a selection  
that allows you to manually send a reply before the radio will switch to the re-  
quested calling channel. This selection is useful if you want to see who is calling  
and requesting you to switch to a channel for communications, similar to caller id  
on a cellular phone.  
1. When an individual call is received, an individual call  
ringing alarm sounds.  
The radio automatically (automatic mode selected)  
switches to the requested channel.  
2. Press any key to stop the alarm.  
3. Press the PTT on the mic and talk to the calling ship.  
4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to see the MMSI  
of the vessel calling.  
7.7.6 Setting Up the Call Waiting Function  
Allows the QUANTUM to be setup to reply (ABLE) or set the radio so it trans-  
mits a call that advises the calling vessel the person is UNABLE to reply to the  
call at this time. This function is similar to an answering machine. When set up  
in UNABLE and a individual call is received the Individual call from the other  
vessel is logged in the CALL WAITING directory for you to review and call back  
at a later time.  
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[
(
)]  
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 ACK” with the CHANNEL selector knob.  
[
(
)]  
4. Press the CALL/SET MENU key.  
5. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ABLE”  
or “UNABLE.”  
[
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.  
]
7.8 ADVANCED DSC CALLS  
7.8.1 Group Call  
This feature allows the user to contact a group of specific vessels (example  
members of a yacht club) using DSC radios with Group call function to auto-  
matically switch to a desired channel for voice communications.  
7.8.1.1 Setup a Group Call  
For this function to operate the same Group MMSI must be programmed into  
all the DSC VHF radios within the group of vessels that will be using this fea-  
ture. The group MMSI is a 9 digit (first digit permanently set to “0”) that will allow  
other radios to call your vessel along with others to automatically switch to a  
working channel for voice communications. This function is very useful for yacht  
clubs and vessels traveling together that want to collectively make announce-  
ments on a predetermined channel.  
[
(
)]  
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  
(
)]  
“GROUP 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 group you want to  
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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.  
)]  
This method can also be used to enter a blank space  
[
in the name. To clear the previous letter, press the H/L NAV key.  
(
)]  
9. After the eleventh letter or space has been entered, press the  
[
(
CALL/SET MENU key to advance to the GROUP MMSI (Maritime Mo-  
)]  
bile Service Identity Number) number entry.  
10. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to scroll through  
numbers, 0-9.  
11. To enter the desired number and move one space  
[
(
)]  
to the right press the CALL/SET MENU key. Re-  
peat procedure until all nine spaces of MMSI num-  
ber are entered.  
12. If a mistake was made entering in the name or the  
M M S I n u m b e r r e p e a t p r e s s i n g t h e  
[
(
CALL/SET MENU key until the wrong character is selected, then move  
)]  
the CHANNEL selector knob to correct the entry.  
[
13. To store the data entered, press and hold the CALL/SET MENU key.  
(
)]  
14. To enter another individual address, repeat steps 4 through 13.  
[
15. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the 16/9 key.  
]
7.8.1.2 Transmitting a Group Call  
1. Select the desired channel to use Group Call for  
voice communications.  
[
2. Press the CALL/SET MENU key. The “DSC OP-  
(
)]  
ERATION” menu will appear.  
3. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select  
“GROUP.” (To cancel, select “EXIT” with the CHAN-  
[
NEL selector knob or press 16/9 key.)  
]
[
(
)]  
4. Press the CALL/SET MENU key. The transceiver  
will beep, and the “Group directory” will appear.  
5. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the  
“Group” you want to contact.  
[
(
)]  
6. Press the CALL/SET MENU key to transmit the Group Call signal.  
7. When the Group Call signal is sent, the dot-matrix area of the LCD will be  
as shown in the illustration at the right.  
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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.  
7.8.1.3 Receiving a Group Call  
1. When a group call is received, the QUANTUM will produce a ringing alarm  
sound.  
2. The radio automatically switches to the requested channel.  
3. Press any key to stop the alarm.  
4. Monitor the channel for the person calling the Group for a message.  
5. If you want to respond, monitor the channel to make sure it is clear, then  
press the PTT on the mic and talk to the calling ship(s).  
NOTE  
After a Group call is received, the time the call was made and the ships  
MMSI or vessels name will appear on the LCD.  
7.8.2 Position Request  
Advancements in DSC have made it possible to poll the location of another  
vessel and show the position of that vessel on the display of the QUANTUM.  
Standard Horizon has taken this feature one step further, if any Standard Hori-  
zon GPS is connected to the QUANTUM, the polled position of the vessel is  
shown on the display of the GPS chart plotter making it easy to navigate to the  
location of the polled vessel. This is a great feature for anyone wanting to know  
the position of another vessel. For example your buddy that is catching fish, or  
finding the location of a person you are cruising with.  
NOTE  
The other vessel must have an operating GPS receiver connected to its  
DSC transceiver and must not have its transceiver set to deny position  
requests. (Refer the section 7.7 to enter information into the individual  
directory).  
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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 important if you are concerned about some-  
one polling the position of your vessel that you may not want to. In the manual  
mode you will see the MMSI or persons name shown on the display allowing  
you to choose to send your position to the requesting vessel.  
[
1. Press and hold down the CALL/SET MENU key  
(
)]  
until “RADIO SETUP” menu appear.  
2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “DSC  
SETUP” menu.  
[
(
3. Press the CALL/SET MENU key, then select “POS  
)]  
REPLY” with the CHANNEL selector knob.  
[
4. Press the CALL/SET MENU key.  
(
)]  
5. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “AUTO”  
or “MANUAL.” In “AUTO” mode, after a DSC POS  
Request is received, the radio will automatically  
transmit your vessels position. In “MANUAL” mode,  
the display of the QUANTUM will show who is re-  
questing the position.  
[
(
)]  
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.  
[
]
7.8.2.2 Transmitting a Position Request to Another Vessel  
NOTE  
To transmit a Position Request, you must setup the QUANTUM DSC  
Individual / Position Call Directory with the name of the vessel(s) or per-  
son and the MMSI of the DSC radio you wish to poll. To setup this direc-  
tory refer to section 7.7.1 Setting up the Individual / Position Call Direc-  
tory.  
[
(
)]  
1. Press the CALL/SET MENU key. The “DSC OP-  
ERATION” menu will appear in the display.  
2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the “POS  
REQUEST.”  
[
(
)]  
3. Press CALL/SET MENU key to show the Posi-  
tion request directory. This directory uses the INDI-  
VIDUAL Directory information.  
4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select a name.  
[
5. Press the CALL/SET MENU key to transmit the position request DSC  
(
)]  
call.  
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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.  
8. If the QUANTUM does not receive a reply, the LCD  
will display “SEND” to prompt the user to send  
the call again or exit the mode.  
NOTE  
If the QUANTUM does not receive position data from the polled vessel,  
the LCD will show “NO POSITION DATA.”  
7.8.2.3 Receiving a Position Request  
When a position request call is received from another vessel, a ringing alarm  
will sound and POS REQUEST will be show in the LCD. Operation and trans-  
ceiver function differs depending on “POS REPLY” in the “DSC SETUP” menu  
setting.  
Automatically reply:  
1. When a position request call is received, a calling alarm sounds 4 times.  
Then requested position coordinates are transmit-  
ted automatically to the vessel requesting your ves-  
sels position.  
2. To exit from position request display, press any key.  
Manually reply:  
1. When a position request call is received from an-  
other vessel, the LCD will be as shown in the illus-  
tration at the right.  
2. A ringing alarm sounds 4 times. Then select type of  
reply function “SEND” or “NO REPLY” by using the  
CHANNEL selector knob.  
3. The QUANTUM display will show “SEND” or “NO  
REPLY” allowing you to send your vessels location  
by using the CHANNEL selector knob.  
[
4. When “SEND” is selected, press the CALL/SET MENU key. And your  
(
)]  
position will be transmitted to the requesting vessel.  
5. To exit from position request display, press any key.  
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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. Your vessel must have an operating GPS receiver connected for  
the QUANTUM to send the position.  
NOTE  
To transmit a Position Send Call, you must setup the QUANTUM DSC  
Individual / Position Call Directory with the name of the vessel(s) or per-  
son and the MMSI of the DSC radio you wish to send your position to. To  
setup this directory refer to section 7.7.1 Setting up the Individual / Posi-  
tion Call Directory.  
7.8.3.1 Transmitting a DSC Position Send Call  
[
(
)]  
1. Press the CALL/SET MENU key. The “DSC OP-  
ERATION” menu will appear in the display.  
2. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the “POS  
SEND.”  
[
3. Press the CALL/SET MENU key to select the In-  
(
)]  
dividual directory.  
4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select a name  
in the directory.  
[
(
)]  
5. Press the CALL/SET MENU key to send your po-  
sition to the selected vessel.  
6. To exit the mode, select “EXIT” and press the  
[
(
CALL/SET MENU key.  
)]  
7.8.3.2 Receiving a DSC Position Send Call  
When another vessel transmits their vessels location to the QUANTUM the  
following will happen:  
1. A ringing sound will be produced when the call is received.  
[
2. Press the 16/9 key to stop ringing  
]
3. The position from the vessel sending it's position will be shown on the dis-  
play of the radio and also transferred to any Standard Horizon GPS Chart  
plotter if connected.  
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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.  
[
(
)]  
2. Press the CALL/SET MENU key, then select  
“LAMP” in the “RADIO SETUP” menu with the  
CHANNEL selector knob.  
[
(
)]  
3. Press the CALL/SET MENU key.  
4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the de-  
sired level. When “OFF” is selected, the lamp is ex-  
tinguished.  
[
5. Press the CALL/SET MENU key to store the se-  
(
)]  
lected level.  
6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the 16/9 key.  
[
]
8.2 LCD CONTRAST  
Due to varying mounting (overhead or below) this selection sets up the display  
for best viewabilty.  
[
1. Press and hold down the CALL/SET MENU key  
(
)]  
until “RADIO SETUP” menu appears.  
[
(
)]  
2. Press the CALL/SET MENU key, then select  
“CONTRAST” in the “RADIO SETUP” menu with the  
CHANNEL selector knob.  
[
]
3. Press the CALL/SET key.  
4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the de-  
sired level. The contrast level can be set from “1” to  
“7.”  
[
5. Press the the CALL/SET MENU key to store the  
(
)]  
selected level.  
[
6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the 16/9 key.  
]
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8.3 TIME OFFSET  
Sets the time offset between local time and UTC (time GPS sends to radio).  
Time is displayed when GPS position (LAT/LON) is displayed by pressing the  
[
(
H/L NAV key.  
)]  
[
1. Press and hold down the CALL/SET MENU key  
(
)]  
until “RADIO SETUP” menu appears.  
[
(
)]  
2. Press the CALL/SET MENU key, then select  
“TIME SET” in the “RADIO SETUP” menu with the  
CHANNEL selector knob.  
[
(
)]  
3. Press the CALL/SET MENU key.  
4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select time off-  
set from UTC. See illustration below to find your off-  
set time from UTC. If “0:00” is assigned, the time is  
the same as UTC (Universal Time Coordinated or  
GMT Greenwich Mean Time).  
[
5. Press the CALL/SET MENU key to store the time offset.  
(
)]  
[
6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the 16/9 key.  
]
OFFSET TIME TABLE  
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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.  
[
(
)]  
3. Press the CALL/SET MENU key.  
4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ON” or  
“OFF.”  
[
5. Press the CALL/SET MENU key to set the key  
(
)]  
beep condition.  
6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode  
[
press the 16/9 key.  
]
NOTE  
Emergency alarm and beeps for DSC operation cannot be turned OFF.  
(
)
8.5 WX ALERT ON/OFF  
This selection allows the radios NOAA Weather alert to be turned off. Default  
setting is ON.  
[
1. Press and hold down the CALL/SET MENU key  
(
)]  
until “RADIO SETUP” menu appears.  
[
(
)]  
2. Press the CALL/SET MENU key, then select “WX  
ALERT” in the “RADIO SETUP” menu with the  
CHANNEL selector knob.  
[
(
)]  
3. Press the CALL/SET MENU key.  
4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ON” or  
“OFF.”  
[
5. Press the CALL/SET MENU key to store the se-  
(
)]  
lected setting.  
6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode  
[
press the 16/9 key.  
]
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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.  
[
(
)]  
2. Press the CALL/SET MENU key then select  
“SCRAMBLER” in the “RADIO SETUP” menu with  
the CHANNEL selector knob.  
[
(
)]  
3. Press the CALL/SET MENU key then select  
“CODE” in the “SCRAMBLER” menu with the CHAN-  
NEL selector knob.  
[
(
)]  
4
Press the CALL/SET MENU key then turn the  
CHANNEL selector knob to change the scrambler  
code. The scrambler code can be set from “0” to “3”  
and “OFF.” When “OFF” is selected the voice scram-  
bler is disabled.  
[
(
)]  
5. Press the CALL/SET MENU key to store the se-  
lected code.  
6. Select “CHANNEL” in the “SCRAMBLER” menu with  
[
the CHANNEL selector knob, then press the CALL/  
]
SET key.  
7. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to change the  
Scrambler channel.  
[
]
8. Press the SCAN key to store the selected chan-  
nel. Repeat steps 6 and 7 to set other channels.  
[
9. Press the CALL/SET MENU key to return to the “SCRAMBLER” menu.  
(
)]  
[
10. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the 16/9 key.  
]
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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.  
[
(
)]  
3. Press the CALL/SET MENU key.  
4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select the chan-  
[
nel to be named and press the CALL/SET MENU  
(
)]  
key.  
5. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob scroll through the  
alphabet and 0 - 9.  
[
(
)]  
6. Press the CALL/SET MENU key to enter the de-  
sired letter and move the cursor one space to the  
right.  
7. Repeat procedure until the name is complete. The  
name can consist of up to twelve characters. If you  
do not use all twelve character, press the  
[
(
CALL/SET MENU key to move to the next space.  
)]  
[
To clear the previous letter, press the H/L NAV  
(
)]  
key.  
[
(
)]  
8. Press and hold down the CALL/SET MENU key to enter the name and  
exit from the “CH NAME” menu. The LCD will return to the “SETUP” menu.  
9. If you want to enter the name of another channel, repeat steps 3 through 8.  
[
10. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the 16/9 key.  
]
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)
8.8 TRUE MAGNETIC CHANGE NAV display  
Allows customizing the GPS COG (Course Over Ground) displayed on the LCD  
to be in True or Magnetic.  
[
(
)]  
1. Press and hold down the CALL/SET MENU key  
until “RADIO SETUP” menu appear.  
[
(
)]  
2. Press the CALL/SET MENU key, then select  
“TRUE MAG” in the “RADIO SETUP” menu with the  
CHANNEL selector knob.  
[
(
)]  
3. Press the CALL/SET MENU key.  
4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “MAG-  
NETIC” or “TRUE.”  
[
5. Press the CALL/SET MENU key to store the se-  
(
)]  
lected setting.  
6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode  
[
press the 16/9 key.  
]
8.9 FOG ALERT TONE FREQUENCY  
This selection allows you to select the Alert Tone Frequency for the PA/FOG  
Operation. Available selections are “250 Hz” through “850 Hz” in 50 Hz steps.  
The default Alert Tone Frequency is 400 Hz.  
[
1. Press and hold down the CALL/SET MENU key  
(
)]  
until “RADIO SETUP” menu appear.  
[
(
)]  
2. Press the CALL/SET MENU key, then select  
“FOG FREQ.” in the “RADIO SETUP” menu with  
the CHANNEL selector knob.  
[
(
)]  
3. Press the CALL/SET MENU key.  
4. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select desired  
tone frequency.  
[
5. Press the CALL/SET MENU key to store the se-  
(
)]  
lected setting.  
6. To exit this menu and return to radio operation mode  
[
press the 16/9 key.  
]
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9 ENHANCED RAM+ MIC OPERATION  
When the RAM+ microphone is connected to the QUANTUM, most VHF, DSC,  
setup menus and PA 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. The intercom operation  
can be used between the RAM+ Mic and the transceiver.  
9.1 RAM+ MIC CONTROLS  
MEM  
IC  
WX  
SCAN  
DW  
CALL  
SET  
NAV  
16  
9
(
)
SQUELCH CONTROL SQL  
Activates the squelch adjusting mode.  
Press this key to activate the squelch adjusting mode. Press the  
[ ] [ ]  
microphone’s or key to adjust the squelch.  
When this key is pressed and held down for 1 second or more, the squelch  
is turned off.  
(
VOLUME KEY VOL  
Activates the volume adjusting mode.  
)
Press this key to activate the volume adjusting mode. Press the  
[ ] [ ]  
microphone’s or to adjust the volume.  
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POWER SWITCH PWR  
)
Press and hold down this key to turn to the transceiver and RAM+ Mic on  
and off.  
(
PTT Push-To-Talk SWITCH  
)
Activates transmission.  
[ ]  
H/L KEY  
[
Toggles between high and low power. When the H/L key is pressed while  
]
the transceiver is on channel 13 or 67, the power will temporarily switch  
[
]
from LO to HI power until the PTT is released. The H/L key does not  
function on transmit inhibited and low power only channels.  
[ ]( ) [ ](  
UP / DOWN KEY  
)
These keys are used to select channels, adjust the volume and squelch  
level, and to choose the item selection of different functions (such as the  
DSC operation). In many ways, these keys emulate the function of the  
transceiver’s CHANNEL selector knob.  
[ ]  
16/9 KEY  
Immediately recalls channel 16 from any channel location. Holding down  
[
this key recalls channel 9. Pressing the 16/9 key reverts to the previous  
]
selected working channel.  
Secondary use  
[
]
[
]
Please see secondary use for the WX and MEM key.  
KEY PAD  
[
]
SCAN Key  
1. Starts and stops scanning of programmed channels.  
[
(
)]  
[
(
)]  
2. If held while the UP or DOWN key on the microphone are  
pressed, the radio will show the channels programmed in scan  
memory. This function will not work if the unit is scanning.  
NOTE: The priority channel is channel 16 only.  
[
[
]
CALL/SET Key  
The [CALL/SET] key functions as the enter key.  
Secondary use  
[
Press the CALL/SET key to access the DSC OPERATION menu.  
[
Press and hold the CALL/SET key to access the SETUP menu.  
]
]
]
DW Key  
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Watches 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).  
Secondary use  
[
Press and hold DW key, intercom operation will operate between radio  
]
and RAM Mic.  
[ ]  
NAV Key  
Press this key, when connected to the GPS receiver, the LCD displays  
Position Data, Time, SOG (Speed Over Ground), and COG (Course Over  
Ground) from the GPS.  
Secondary use  
[
Press and hold NAV key to access PA/FOG function menu.  
]
[ ]  
WX Key  
Immediately recalls the previously selected NOAA weather channel from  
any channel location.  
Secondary use  
[
]
[
]
1. Holding down the 16/9 key while pressing the WX key changes the  
mode from USA to International or Canadian.  
NOTE: If position is displayed, this icon will be hidden.  
[
]
[
]
2. Holding down the WX and SCAN key while turning the power on re-  
sets the microprocessor and erases scan channels from memory. This  
clears the memory and establishes the factory-set defaults. For a list of  
these defaults, see the section on Resetting the Transceiver’s Micro-  
processor.  
[ ]  
DISTRESS KEY  
Used to send a DSC Distress Call. To send the distress call:  
1. Lift the red rubber cover.  
2. Press and hold the Red button. The RAM+ display 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 on  
CH16 or CH70 until an acknowledgment signal is re-  
ceived. “DISTRESS” and “WAITING” will appear on the  
LCD.  
5. If an acknowledgement is received, select channel 16  
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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. 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  
station.  
8. To cancel the DSC distress alarm signal from the speaker, press any  
key.  
9.2 INTERCOM OPERATION  
9.2.1 Communication  
[
1. Press and hold the DW key while in the “RADIO” mode, the mode is  
]
changed to “INTERCOM” mode.  
2. If your QUANTUM is equipped with two RAM+ Mic, select  
the companion you wish to communicate (RADIO, RAM, or  
[ ] [ ]  
[
]
ALL) with the / key, then press the CALL/SET key.  
3. When the “INTERCOM” operation is activated, “IC” is dis-  
played on the RAM+ Mic and “INTERCOM” is displayed on  
the QUANTUM.  
4. Press the PTT switch, “TALK” is dis-  
played.  
NOTE: A warning beep is emitted  
when the RAM+ Mic PTT switch is  
pressed while the transceiver  
(
)
RAM+ Mic’s PTT switch is pressed  
microphone’s PTT switch is pressed.  
5. Speak slowly and clearly into the mi-  
crophone, hold the microphone about  
1/2 inch away from your mouth.  
6. When finished, release the PTT  
switch.  
(
)
MATRIX’s PTT switch is pressed  
[
7. Press the DW key again the mode will revert to “RADIO” mode.  
]
9.2.2 Calling  
[
Hold down the DW key for 1 second or more, when the “INTERCOM” opera-  
]
tion is activated. A calling beep is emitted twice from the transceiver speaker.  
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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.  
DSC/RADIO Setup mode from the RAM+:  
[
1. Press and hold down the CALL/SET key until “RADIO SETUP” menu  
]
appears.  
2. Press the / key to select “RADIO SET” or “DSC SETUP” menu.  
[
] [ ]  
[
3. Press the CALL/SET key, then select the menu item you wish to work on  
]
[ ] [ ]  
by pressing the / key.  
[
]
4. Press the CALL/SET key.  
[
5. Press the / key to change the value or condition for the menu item,  
] [ ]  
then press the [CALL/SET] key to save the new setting.  
[ ] [ ]  
6. Press the / key to select “EXIT,” then press the CALL/SET key to  
[
]
return to the normal operation.  
RADIO SETUP-menu  
DSC SETUP-menu  
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10 MAINTENANCE  
The inherent quality of the solid-state components used in this transceiver will  
provide many years of continuous use. Taking the following precautions will  
prevent damage to the transceiver.  
Keep the microphone connected or the jack covered at all times to prevent  
corrosion of electrical contacts;  
Never key the microphone unless an antenna or suitable dummy load is  
connected to the transceiver.  
Ensure that the supply voltage to the transceiver does not exceed 16 VDC  
or fall below 11 VDC.  
Use only STANDARD HORIZON-approved accessories and replacement  
parts.  
In the unlikely event of serious problems, please contact your Dealer or our  
repair facility. Address and phone numbers for this facility, as well as warranty  
information, are contained in section 12 WARRANTY.  
10.1 REPLACEMENT PARTS  
Occasionally an owner needs a replacement mounting bracket or knob.  
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.  
Power Cord: T9023306  
VOL/SQL Knob: RA0542600  
Rotary Channel Knob: RA0542500  
Mounting Bracket: RA0544200  
Mounting Bracket Knob: RA045910A  
Microphone Hanger: RA0458800  
Microphone Assembly: M3090118  
RAM+ Mic Routing Cable Assembly: S8101512  
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10.2 FACTORY SERVICE  
In the unlikely event that the radio fails to perform or needs servicing, please  
contact the following:  
Standard Horizon  
Attention Marine Repair Department  
10900 Walker Street  
Cypress, CA 90630  
Telephone (800) 366-4566  
An “RA” Return Authorization number is not necessary to send a product in for  
service. Include a brief note describing the problem along with your name, re-  
turn address, phone number, and proof of purchase.  
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10.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART  
SYMPTON  
PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY  
Transceiver fails to No DC voltage to the a. Check the 12VDC battery connections and  
power up.  
transceiver, or blown  
fuse.  
the fuse.  
b. The VOL/PWR knob needs to be pressed  
and held to turn the radio on.  
Transceiver blows fuse Reversed power Check the power cable for DC voltage, or re-  
when connected to wires.  
power supply.  
place the fuse (6A 250V).  
Make sure the red wire is connected to the posi-  
tive (+) battery post, and the black wire is con-  
nected to the negative (-) battery post. If the  
fuse still blows, contact your Dealer.  
Popping or whining Engine noise.  
noise from the speaker  
while engine runs.  
Reroute the DC power cables away from the  
engine. Add noise suppressor on power cable.  
Change to resistive spark plug wires and/or add  
an alternator whine filter.  
Sound is not emitted Accessory cable.  
from the internal or ex-  
ternal speaker.  
Check the connections of the accessory cable  
(Short Circuit the External speaker cable  
WHITE/SHIELD).  
Sound is not emitted Accessory cable.  
from the PA speaker.  
Check the accessory cable connection (Short  
Circuit the PA speaker cable RED/SHIELD).  
Receiving station re- Antenna.  
port low transmit  
power, even with trans-  
Have the antenna checked or test the trans-  
ceiver with another antenna. If the problem per-  
sists, contact your Dealer for servicing.  
ceiver set to HI power.  
“HI BATTERY” or “LO The power supply Confirm that the connected power supply volt-  
BATTERY” message is voltage is too high or age is not 17 volts or lower than 10 volts. Con-  
appeared when the too low.  
power is turned on.  
firm that the generator has not malfunctioned.  
“PA ERROR” or “FOG Accessory cable.  
ERROR” message is  
shown when the PA/  
FOG mode is acti-  
vated.  
Check the accessory cable connection (Short  
Circuit the PA speaker cable RED/SHIELD).  
Your position is not dis- Accessory cable.  
played.  
Check the accessory cable connection.  
Some GPS use the battery ground line for  
NMEA connection.  
Setting of the GPS Check the output signal format of the GPS navi-  
navigation receiver. gation receiver. This radio requires NMEA0183  
format with GLL sentence as an output signal.  
If the GPS has a baud rate setting make sure  
to select 4800 and parity to NONE.  
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11. CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS  
Tables on the following columns 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 Cana-  
dian 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, usually by a U/I/C  
(USA/International/Canada) control or combination of controls. Channel 22  
(without an “A”) is an International duplex channel for port operations.  
Some radios indicate an “A” adjacent to the alpha channels on the display;  
on others “alpha” is not indicated but the proper channel is selected based  
on the U/I/C setting.  
3. Bridge-to-Bridge channels (for example, Channel 13) are for use by bridge  
operators on intercoastal waterways and rivers. It is also used by marine  
vessels in the vicinity of these bridges for navigation and for communicat-  
ing with the bridge operators. Note that a limit of 1 Watt is specified for  
these channels. See page 27 for additional information.  
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, unlike a telephone. Be sure to say “over” and  
release your microphone push-to-talk switch at the end of each transmis-  
sion. 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 geo-  
graphic regions.  
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6. Marine vessels equipped with VHF radios are required to monitor  
Channel 16.  
VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART  
CH  
01  
U
C
X
I
X
S/D  
D
TX  
156.050 160.650 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)  
RX  
CHANNEL USE  
01A  
X
S
156.050  
Port Operation and Commercial.  
VTS in selected areas  
02  
03  
03A  
04  
X
X
X
X
D
D
S
D
156.100 160.700 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)  
156.150 160.750 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)  
X
156.150  
US Government only, Coast Guard  
X
156.200 160.800 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),  
Port operation, ship movement  
04A  
05  
X
S
D
156.200  
Pacific coast: Coast Guard, East Coast:  
Commercial fishing  
X
156.250 160.850 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),  
Port operation, ship movement  
05A  
06  
07  
X
X
X
X
S
S
D
156.250  
156.300  
Port operation. VTS in Seattle  
Inter-ship Sefety  
X
X
156.350 160.950 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),  
Port operation, ship movement  
07A  
08  
09  
X
X
X
X
X
X
S
S
S
156.350  
156.400  
156.450  
Commercial  
Commercial (Inter-ship only)  
Boater Calling channel, Commercial &  
Non-commercial (Recreational)  
Commercial  
Commercial. VTS in selected areas.  
Port operation. VTS in selected areas.  
Inter-ship Navigation Safety (Bridge-to-bridge)  
Port operation. VTS in selected areas.  
X
X
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
15  
16  
17  
18  
18A  
19  
19A  
19A  
20  
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
D
S
D
S
S
D
156.500  
156.550  
156.600  
156.650  
156.700  
- - -  
156.750  
156.800  
156.850  
156.750 Environmental (Receive only)  
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Commercial, non-commercial, ship movement (1 W)  
International Distress, Safety and Calling  
State Controlled (1 W)  
X
X
156.900 161.500 Port operation, ship movement  
156.900 Commercial  
156.950 161.550 Port operation, ship movement  
X
X
X
X
X
156.950  
156.950  
US: Commercial  
Coast Guard  
X
X
X
X
157.000 161.600 Canadian Coast Guard Only,  
International: port operations and shipment  
Port operation  
157.050 161.650 Port operation, ship movement  
20A  
21  
21A  
22  
S
D
S
D
S
157.000  
X
X
X
X
157.050  
157.100 161.700 Port operation, ship movement  
U.S. Government Only, Canadian Coast Guard  
22A  
X
X
157.100  
US and Canadian Coast Guard Liaison and  
Maritime Safety Information Broadcasts announced  
on channel 16  
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VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART  
TX RX CHANNEL USE  
157.150 161.750 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)  
157.150 U.S. Government Only  
157.200 161.800 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)  
157.250 161.850 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)  
157.300 161.900 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)  
157.350 161.950 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)  
157.400 162.000 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)  
156.025 160.625 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)  
CH  
23  
23A  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
U
C
X
I
X
S/D  
D
S
D
D
D
D
D
D
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
60  
61  
D
156.075 160.675 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),  
Port operation, ship movement  
61A  
62  
X
X
S
D
S
D
S
D
S
D
156.075  
U.S. Government Only, Canadian Coast Guard-  
Pacific Coast, Commercial Fishing-East Coast  
X
X
X
156.125 160.725 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),  
Port operation, ship movement  
62A  
63  
X
156.125  
Public Coast: Coast Guard;  
East Coast: commercial fishing only  
156.175 160.775 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),  
Port operation, ship movement  
63A  
64  
X
X
X
156.175  
Port Operation and Commercial.  
VTS in selected areas.  
X
156.225 160.825 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),  
Port operation, ship movement  
64A  
65  
X
156.225  
U.S. Government Only,  
Canadian Commercial Fishing  
X
X
X
156.275 160.875 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),  
Port operation, ship movement  
65A  
66  
X
S
D
156.275  
Port Opeations  
156.325 160.925 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),  
Port operation, ship movement  
66A  
67  
X
X
X
X
S
S
156.325  
156.375  
Port Operations  
US: Commercial. Used for Bridge-to-bridge com  
muni-cations in lower Mississippi River. Inter-ship  
only,  
Canada: Commercial fishing, S&R  
Non-commercial (Recreational)  
US: Non-commercial (Recreational),  
Canada: Commercial fishing only,  
International: Inter-ship, Port opertions and Ship  
movement  
68  
69  
X
X
X
X
X
X
S
S
156.425  
156.475  
70  
71  
X
X
X
X
X
X
S
S
156.525  
156.575  
Digital selective calling (voice communications not  
allowed)  
US, Canada: Non-commercial (Recreational),  
International: Port opertions and Ship movement  
Non-commercial (Inter-ship only)  
72  
73  
X
X
X
X
X
X
S
S
156.625  
156.675  
US: Port Operations,  
Canada: Commercial fish ing 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  
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VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART  
RX  
CH  
75  
76  
77  
77  
78  
U
X
X
X
C
I
S/D  
S
S
S
S
TX  
CHANNEL USE  
156.775  
Port Operations (Inter-ship only) (1W)  
Port Operations (Inter-ship only) (1W)  
Port Operations (Inter-ship only) (1W)  
Port Operations (Inter-ship only)  
156.825  
156.875  
156.875  
X
X
X
D
156.925 161.525 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),  
Port operation, ship-movement  
78A  
79  
79A  
80  
80A  
81  
81A  
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
S
D
S
D
S
D
S
156.925  
156.975 161.575 Port operation and Ship movement  
156.975 Commercial  
157.025 161.625 Port operation, ship movement  
157.025 Commercial  
157.075 161.675 Port operation, ship movement  
Non-commercial (Recreational)  
X
X
X
157.075  
U.S. Government Only -  
Environmental protection operations.  
82  
X
X
D
157.125 161.725 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),  
Port operation, ship movement  
82A  
X
X
X
S
157.125  
U.S. Government Only,  
Canadian Coast Guard Only  
83  
83A  
X
X
D
S
157.175 161.775 Canadian Coast Guard Only  
157.175  
U.S. Government Only,  
Canadian Coast Guard Only  
83  
84  
85  
86  
87  
88  
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
D
D
D
D
D
D
S
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
157.175 161.775 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)  
157.225 161.825 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)  
157.275 161.875 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)  
157.325 161.925 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)  
157.375 161.975 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)  
157.425 162.025 Public Correspondence (ship-to-coast)  
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
88A  
WX01  
WX02  
WX03  
WX04  
WX05  
WX06  
WX07  
WX08  
WX09  
WX10  
157.425  
Commercial, Inter-ship Only  
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
- - -  
- - -  
- - -  
- - -  
- - -  
- - -  
- - -  
- - -  
- - -  
- - -  
162.550 Weather (receive only)  
162.400 Weather (receive only)  
162.475 Weather (receive only)  
162.425 Weather (receive only)  
162.450 Weather (receive only)  
162.500 Weather (receive only)  
162.525 Weather (receive only)  
161.650 Weather (receive only)  
161.775 Weather (receive only)  
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.  
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Points of communica-  
tion (Intership and be-  
tween coast and ship  
unless otherwise  
iandicated)  
Points of communica-  
tion (Intership and be-  
tween coast and ship  
unless otherwise  
iandicated)  
Carrier frequency  
Carrier frequency  
(
)
(
)
MHz  
MHz  
Channel  
designator  
Channel  
designator  
Coast  
transmit  
Coast  
transmit  
Ship  
transmit  
Ship  
transmit  
Port Operations  
Noncommercial  
01A1  
63A1  
052  
65A  
66A  
123  
73  
156.050 156.050  
6817  
0916  
69  
71  
72  
78A  
79A  
80A  
6714  
156.425 156.425  
156.450 156.450  
156.475 156.475  
156.575 156.575  
156.625 ........ Intership only.  
156.925 156.925  
156.975 156.975 Great Lakes only.  
157.025 157.025 Do.  
156.375 ....... Internship only.  
156.175 156.175  
156.250 156.250  
156.275 156.275  
156.325 156.325  
156.600 156.600  
156.675 156.675  
156.700 156.700  
156.725 156.725  
156.875  
143  
74  
774  
Intership only.  
Intership only.  
Distress, Safety and Calling  
156.800 156.800 EPRIB  
Intership Safety  
20A12 157.000  
16  
06  
Navigational (Bridge-to-Bridge)5  
136  
677  
156.650 156.650  
156.375 156.375  
156.300 ........ a. Intership, or  
b. For SAR: Ship  
and aircraft for the  
Commercial  
01A1  
63A1  
07A  
677  
08  
09  
156.050 156.050  
156.175 156.175  
156.350 156.350  
U.S. Coast Guard.  
Environmental  
1513  
........ 156.750 Coast to ship only.  
Maritime Control  
156.375  
Intership only.  
156.400 ........ Do.  
156.450 156.450  
156.500 156.500  
156.550 156.550  
156.900 156.900  
156.950 156.950  
156.975 156.975  
157.025 157.025  
157.425 ........ Intership only.  
156.625 ........ Internship only.  
179,10  
156.850 156.850  
10  
113  
Liaison, U.S. Coast Guard  
18A  
19A  
79A  
80A  
88A8  
7214  
22A11 157.100 157.100 Ship, aircraft, and  
coast stations of  
the U.S. Coast  
Guard and at  
Lake Mead, Nev.,  
ship and coast  
stations of the  
National Park  
Service, U.S.  
Department of the  
Interior.  
Digital Selective Calling  
7015  
156.525 156.525  
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. 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 de-  
scribed in Sec. 80.383. 156.250 MHz is available for intership port operations communi-  
cations 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.  
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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. 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 Missis-  
sippi 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 en-  
trance 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 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 commu-  
nications 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 rescue training 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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12. 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 deflective  
only if storage capacity drops below 80% of rated capacity or if leakage devel-  
ops.  
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, transpor-  
tation and insurance prepaid, to STANDARD HORIZON (a division of VERTEX  
STANDARD), Attention Marine repairs 10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630.  
Include proof of purchase indicating model. serial number, and date of pur-  
chase. 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 war-  
ranty 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  
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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 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 trans-  
portation 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 Prod-  
ucts on which the serial number has been removed, defaced, or changed. STAN-  
DARD 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 war-  
ranty. STANDARD HORIZON reserves the right to make changes or improve-  
ments in Products, during subsequent production, without incurring the obliga-  
tion to install such changes or improvements on previously manufactured Prod-  
ucts.  
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 dam-  
ages resulting from the use and operation of this Product, or from the breach of  
this LIMITED WARRANTY, any implied warranties, or any contract with STAN-  
DARD 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 PUR-  
POSE OR OTHERWISE, EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN.  
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Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental 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 state.  
ONLY PRODUCTS SOLD ON OR AFTER JANUARY 1, 1991 ARE COVERED  
UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.  
ON-LINE WARRANTY REGISTRATION  
THANK YOU for buying STANDARD HORIZON (a division of Vertex Stan-  
dard) products! We are confident your new radio will serve your needs  
for many years!  
Please visit www.standardhorizon.com to register the QUAN-  
TUM 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 re-  
garding product support should be added to the manual.  
Product Support Inquiries  
If you have any questions or comments regarding the use of the QUAN-  
TUM, 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” and “customer loyalty” programs to provide service after the warranty  
period has expired. If you wish to obtain the flat rate price for out-of-war-  
ranty 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 re-  
pair 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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13 SPECIFICATIONS  
Performance specifications are nominal, unless otherwise indicated, and are  
subject to change without notice.  
13.1 GENERAL  
Channels ................................................. All USA, International and Canadian  
Input Voltage ........................................................................... 13.8 VDC 20%  
Current Drain  
Standby ................................................................................................0.5 A  
Receive ................................................................................................1.5 A  
Transmit .......................................................................5.0 A (Hi); 1.5 A (Lo)  
Dimensions ............................................... 3-9/16” H x 9-1/16” W x 5-29/32” D  
(90 H x 230 W x 150 D mm)  
Flush-Mount Dimensions ............................ 2-27/32” H x 8-5/64” W x 5-1/8” D  
(72 H x 205 W x 130 D mm)  
Weight ..................................................................................... 3.2 lbs (1.45 kg)  
13.2 TRANSMITTER  
Frequency Range...................................................... 156.025 to 157.425 MHz  
RF Output ......................................................................... 25 W (Hi); 1 W (Lo)  
Conducted Spurious Emissions ..................................... 80 dB (Hi); 60 dB (Lo)  
Audio Response.................................................. within +1/-3 of a 6 dB/octave  
pre-emphasis characteristic at 300 to 3000 Hz  
Audio Distortion...........................................................................................5 %  
Modulation..........................................................16K0G3E, for DSC 16K0G2B  
Frequency Stability (-20°C to +50°C) ................................................ 0.0005%  
FM Hum and Noise ................................................................................. 50 dB  
13.3 RECEIVER  
Frequency Range...................................................... 156.050 to 163.275 MHz  
Sensitivity  
20 dB Quieting ................................................................................ 0.35 µV  
12 dB SINAD................................................................................... 0.25 µV  
Squelch Sensitivity (Threshold) ...................................................... 0.13 µV  
Modulation Acceptance Bandwidth ..................................................... 7.5 kHz  
Selectivity  
Spurious and Image Rejection ........................................ better than -70 dB  
Intermodulation and Rejection at 12 dB SINAD.............. better than -70 dB  
Audio Output ........................................................................................... 4.5 W  
Audio Response.................................................within + 2/–8 of a 6 dB/octave  
de-emphasis characteristic at 300 to 3000 Hz  
Frequency Stability (-20°C to +50°C) ............................................... 0.0005 %  
Channel Spacing ....................................................................................25 kHz  
DSC Format ................................................................................ RTCMSC101  
NMEA Input/Output ............................................................ Output - DSC, DSE  
Input - GLL, GGA, RMC and GNS  
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Copyright 2003  
VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD.  
All rights reserved.  
Marine Division of VERTEX STANDARD  
US Headquarters  
10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A.  
No portion of this manual  
may be reproduced  
without the permission of  
VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD.  
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