Yaesu Musen 30383X20 HANDHELD MARINE TRANSCEIVER User Manual HX280S pmd

Yaesu Musen Co., Ltd. HANDHELD MARINE TRANSCEIVER HX280S pmd

Users Manual

Page 1HX280SHX280SVHF FM Marine TransceiverOwner’s Manual
HX280SPage 2TABLE OF CONTENTSRF  EXPOSURE  SAFETY  STATEMENT .................................................................................... 4FCC  AND  CANADA  RADIO  LICENSE  INFORMATION .......................................................... 5FCC  NOTICE ................................................................................................................................ 61. GENERAL  INFORMATION .................................................................................................... 71.1 INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................... 72. ACCESSORIES ...................................................................................................................... 82.1 PACKING  LIST ........................................................................................................... 82.2 OPTIONS ..................................................................................................................... 83. ABOUT  THIS  RADIO ............................................................................................................93.1 ABOUT  THE  VHF  MARINE  BAND .......................................................................... 94. GETTING  STARTED ............................................................................................................ 104.1 RADIO CARE ............................................................................................................ 104.2 BATTERIES  AND  CHARGERS ............................................................................... 104.2.1 BATTERY SAFETY ....................................................................................... 104.2.2 BATTERY INSTALLATION / REMOVAL ....................................................... 124.2.3 BATTERY CHARGING ................................................................................. 124.3 INSTALLATION OF OPTION ..................................................................................... 134.3.1 FBA-40 ALKALINE BATTERY CASE ........................................................... 135. CONTROLS  AND  INDICATORS ......................................................................................... 145.1 CONTROLS  AND  SWITCHES ................................................................................ 145.2 INDICATORS ............................................................................................................. 176. BASIC  OPERATION ............................................................................................................ 186.1 PROHIBITED  COMMUNICATIONS ......................................................................... 186.2 INITIAL  SETUP ......................................................................................................... 186.3 RECEPTION .............................................................................................................. 186.4 TRANSMISSION ....................................................................................................... 196.4.1 TRANSMIT TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT)........................................................... 196.5 USA,  CANADIAN,  AND  INTERNATIONAL  CHANNELS ....................................... 206.6 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX  CHANNEL  USE ....................................................................... 206.7 KEYPAD  LOCKING .................................................................................................. 206.8 NOAA  WEATHER  CHANNELS ............................................................................... 216.8.1 NOAA WEATHER ALERT ............................................................................. 216.8.2 NOAA WEATHER ALERT TESTING ............................................................ 216.9 PRESET  CHANNELS  (0 ~ 9): INSTANT  ACCESS ................................................ 226.9.1 PROGRAMMIMG ......................................................................................... 226.9.2 OPERATION ................................................................................................. 226.10 SCANNING ................................................................................................................ 236.10.1 SELECTING THE SCAN TYPE .................................................................... 236.10.2 MEMORY SCANNING (M-SCAN)................................................................ 236.10.3 PRIORITY SCANNING (P-SCAN)................................................................ 246.11 DUAL  WATCH ........................................................................................................... 256.12 EMERGENCY (CHANNEL  16  USE)........................................................................ 256.13 CALLING  ANOTHER  VESSEL (CHANNEL  16  OR  9).......................................... 266.14 OPERATING  ON  CHANNEL  13 ............................................................................. 276.15 OPERATING  ON  CHANNEL  67 ............................................................................. 277. MENU (“SET”) MODE .......................................................................................................... 288. MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................................... 308.1 GENERAL .................................................................................................................. 308.2 REPLACEMENT  PARTS .......................................................................................... 308.3 TROUBLESHOOTING  CHART ................................................................................ 319. VHF  MARINE  CHANNEL  ASSIGNMENT .......................................................................... 3210. WARRANTY .......................................................................................................................... 3811. SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................. 4811.1 GENERAL .................................................................................................................. 4811.2 TRANSMITTER ......................................................................................................... 4811.3 RECEIVER ................................................................................................................ 48
Page 3HX280SCongratulations on your purchase of the HX280S! Whether this is your firstportable marine VHF transceiver, or if you have other STANDARD HORIZONequipment, the STANDARD HORIZON organization is committed to ensuringyour enjoyment of this high performance transceiver, which should provideyou with many years of satisfying communications even in the harshest ofenvironments. STANDARD HORIZON technical support personnel standsbehind every product sold, and we invite you to contact us should you requiretechnical advice or assistance.We appreciate your purchase of the HX280S, and encourage you to read thismanual thoroughly, so as to learn and fully understand the capabilities of theHX280S.WARNINGThis radio is capable of transmitting on Marine VHF.The FCC allows the use of VHF Marine band on water areas only. How-ever the FCC does not allow the use of the VHF Marine band when onland. If persons use the VHF Marine Band on land and interfere withothers communicating, the FCC will be notified and search for the inter-ference. Responsible parties found to be transmitting on the VHF Ma-rine Band on land could be fined up to $10,000 for the first offense.
HX280SPage 4RF EXPOSURE SAFETY STATEMENTSAFETY INFORMATIONYour wireless handheld portable transceiver contains a low power trans-mitter. When the Push-to-Talk (PTT) button is pushed, the transceiversends out radio frequency (RF) signals. In August 1996, the FederalCommunications Commission adopted RF exposure guidelines withsafety levels for hand-held wireless devices.This device is authorized to operate at a duty factor not to exceed 50%(this corresponds to 50% transmission time and 50% reception time).WARNING: To maintain compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure guide-lines, this transmitter and its antenna must maintain a separation dis-tance of at least 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) from your face. Speak in anormal voice, with the antenna pointed up and away from the face at therequired separation distance.Use only the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications,or attachments could damage the transmitter, and may violate FCC regu-lations.
Page 5HX280SFCC AND CANADA RADIO LICENSE INFORMATIONStandard Horizon radios comply with the Federal Communication Commis-sion (FCC) and Industry-Canada requirements that regulate the Maritime Ra-dio Service.MARITIME STATION LICENSEAn FCC ship station license is no longer required for any vessel traveling inU.S. waters which uses a VHF marine radio, RADAR or EPIRB, and which isnot required to carry radio equipment. However, any vessel required to carry amarine radio on an international voyage, carrying a HF single side band radio-telephone or marine satellite terminal. FCC license forms, including applica-tions for ship (605) and land station licenses can be downloaded via the Internetat www.fcc.gov/Forms/Form605/605.html. To obtain a form from the FCC, call(888) 225-5322.MARINE RADIO CALL SIGNCurrently the FCC does not require recreational boaters to have a Ship RadioStation License. The USCG recommends the boats registration number andthe state to be used.CANADIAN SHIP STATION LICENSINGYou may need a license when traveling in Canada. If you do need a licensecontact their nearest field office or regional office or write:Industry CanadaRadio Regulatory BranchAttn: DOSP300 Slater StreetOttawa, OntarioCanada, KIA 0C8FCC / INDUSTRY CANADA INFORMATIONThe following data pertaining to the transceiver is necessary to fill out the li-cense application.FCC Type Accepted: ........................................................................... Part 80Output Power with FNB-V105LI: ................................... 1.0/5.0 W (Low/High)Emission: ......................................................................................... 16K0G3EFrequency Range: .................................................... 156.025 to 163.275MHzFCC Type Number: .................................................................. K6630383X20Industry Canada Type Approval: ........................................... 511B-30383X20
HX280SPage 6FCC NOTICEUnauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void compli-ance with FCC Rules. Any change or modification must be approved in writingby STANDARD HORIZON, a Marine Division of VERTEX STANDARD.NOTICEThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits fora Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Theselimits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. This equipment generates usesand can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used inaccordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to ra-dio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interferencewill not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does causeharmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be de-termined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged totry to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:yIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.yConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that towhich the receiver is connected.yConsult the dealer or an experienced marine electronics technician forhelp.
Page 7HX280S1. GENERAL INFORMATION1.1 INTRODUCTIONThe HX280S is a Submersible 5-Watt portable two way marine transceiver.The transceiver has all allocated USA, International, or Canadian channels. Ithas emergency channel 16 which can be immediately selected from any chan-nel by pressing the [16/9] key. NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Ad-ministration) Weather channels can also be accessed immediately by press-ing the [WX] key.The HX280S includes the following features: Memory Scanning, Priority Scan-ning, NOAA Weather Alert, Battery Saver, easy-to-read large LCD display,EEPROM memory back-up, Battery Life displayed on LCD, and a transmitTime-Out Timer (TOT).The HX280S transmitter provides a full 5 Watt of transmit power and also isselectable to 1 Watt to assist the user in ensuring maximum battery life.
HX280SPage 82. ACCESSORIES2.1 PACKING LISTWhen the package containing the transceiver is first opened, please check itfor the following contents:yHX280S TransceiveryCAT460 AntennayFNB-V105LI 7.4 V, 1650 mAh Li-Ion Battery PackyCD-46 Charger Cradle for HX280SyNC-90B 120VAC Wall Charger for CD-46yE-DC-19A DC Cable with 12 V Cigarette Lighter PlugyCLIP-920 Belt ClipyOwner’s Manual2.2 OPTIONSCN-3 Radio-to-Ship’s-Antenna AdapterCD-46 Charger CradleFNB-V105LI 7.4 V, 1650 mAh Li-Ion Battery PackFBA-40 Alkaline Battery CaseE-DC-19A DC Cable with 12 V Cigarette Lighter PlugNC-90B/C/UÚAC Wall Charger for the FNB-V105LIE-DC-6 DC Cable; plugand wire onlyÚ: “B” suffix is for use with 120 VAC(Type-A plug), “C” suffix is for usewith 230 VAC (Type-C plug), and“U” suffix is for use with 230 VAC(Type-BF plug).Note: Before operating the HX280Sfor the first time, it is recommendedthat the battery be charged. Pleasesee section “4.2.3 BATTERYCHARGING” for details.
Page 9HX280S3. ABOUT THIS RADIO3.1 ABOUT THE VHF MARINE BANDWARNINGThe radio frequencies used in the VHF marine band lie between 156and 158 MHz with NOAA Weather stations available between 161 and163 MHz. The marine VHF band provides communications over dis-tances that are essentially “Line of sight” Actual transmission range de-pends much more on antenna type, gain and height than on the poweroutput of the transmitter. On a fixed mount 25 W radio transmissionexpected distances can be greater than 15 miles, for a portable 5 Wradio transmission the expected distance can be greater than 5 miles in“Line of sight”.The user of a Marine VHF radio is subject to severe fines if the radio isused on land. The reasoning for this is you may be near an inland water-way, or propagation anomalies may cause your transmission to be heardin a waterway. If this occurs, depending upon the marine VHF channelon which you are transmitting, you could interfere with a search andrescue case, or contribute to a collision between passing ships. ForVHF Marine channel assignments refer to page 32 section 9.
HX280SPage 104. GETTING STARTED4.1 RADIO CARECAUTIONBefore following the instructions below, insure the battery pack is in placeand firmly tightened. Care must be taken if the radio was dropped and aclose inspection may be needed to insure the radio case and gasketsare in adequate condition.Clean the radio with fresh water after exposure to salt water by rinsing theradio under a sink faucet or by dunking the radio in a bucket of fresh water.After washing, use a soft cloth and thoroughly dry all parts of the radio. This isto keep the rubber switches and speaker grill clean and in top operating condi-tion.4.2 BATTERIES AND CHARGERSIf the radio has never been used, or its charge is depleted, it may be chargedby connecting the CD-46 Charger Cradle with the NC-90B battery charger, asshown in the illustration. If 12V DC power is available, the optional E-DC-19ADC Cable with 12 V Cigarette Lighter Plug or the optional E-DC-6 DC Cablemay be used for charging the battery. The NC-90B, E-DC-19A, and E-DC-6will charge a completely discharged FNB-V105LI battery pack in about 6 hours.The FNB-V105LI is a high performance Li-Ion battery providing high capacityin a compact package.CAUTIONTo avoid risk of explosion and injury, FNB-V105LI battery pack shouldonly be removed, charged or recharged in non-hazardous environments.4.2.1 BATTERY SAFETYBattery packs for your transceiver contain Li-Ion batteries. This type of batterystores a charge powerful enough to be dangerous if misused or abused, espe-cially when removed from the transceiver. Please observe the following pre-cautions:DO NOT SHORT BATTERY PACK TERMINALS: Shorting the terminals thatpower the transceiver can cause sparks, severe overheating, burns, and bat-tery cell damage. If the short is of sufficient duration, it is possible to meltbattery components. Do not place a loose battery pack on or near metal sur-faces or objects such as paper clips, keys, tools, etc. When the battery pack isinstalled on the transceiver, the terminals that transfer current to the trans-ceiver are not exposed. The terminals that are exposed on the battery pack
Page 11HX280Swhen it is mounted on the transceiver are charging terminals only and do notconstitute a hazard.DO NOT INCINERATE: Do not dispose of any battery in a fire or incinerator.The heat of fire may cause battery cells to explode and/or release dangerousgases.Battery MaintenanceFor safe and proper battery use, please observe the following:yBattery packs should be charged only in non-hazardous environments;yUse only STANDARD HORIZON-approved batteries;yUse only a STANDARD HORIZON approved charger. The use of anyother charger may cause permanent damage to the battery.yFollow charging instructions provided with the chargers.yKeep the battery contacts clean.Battery StorageStore the batteries in a cool place to maximize storage life. Since batteries aresubject to self-discharge, avoid high storage temperatures that cause largeself-discharge rates. After extended storage, a full recharge is recommended.Battery RecyclingDO NOT PLACE USED BATTERIES IN YOUR REGULAR TRASH!LI-ION BATTERIES MUST BE COLLECTED, RECYCLED OR DISPOSEDOF IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SOUND MANNER.The incineration, land filling or mixing of Li-Ion batteries with the municipalsolid waste stream is PROHIBITED BY LAW in most areas.Return batteries to an approved Li-Ion battery recycler. This may be whereyou purchased the battery.Contact your local waste management officials for other information regardingthe environmentally sound collection, recycling and disposal of Li-Ion batter-ies.
HX280SPage 124.2.2 BATTERY INSTALLATION/REMOVALTo install the battery pack, hold the transceiver with your left hand, so yourpalm is over the speaker and your thumb is on the top of the belt clip. Insertthe battery pack into the bat-tery compartment on the backof the radio while tilting the BeltClip outward, then push thebottom side of the battery packuntil the battery pack locks withthe Battery Pack Latch.To remove the battery, turn the radio off. Slide the Battery Pack Latch onthe bottom of the radio, then slide the battery downward and out from theradio while holding the Belt Clip.4.2.3 BATTERY CHARGING1. Turn the transceiver off.2. Insert the DC plug from the NC-90B intothe DC jack on the CD-46 side panel, thenplug the NC-90B into the AC line outlet.3. Insert the HX280S (with the battery pack)into the CD-46; the antenna should be atthe left side when viewing the charger fromthe front.4. If the HX280S is inserted correctly, theRed “CHARGING” indicator will glow. Afully-discharged pack will be charged com-pletely in approximately 7 hours.5. When charging is completed, the red LEDindicator will change to green. Remove thetransceiver from the CD-46, and unplugthe NC-90B from the AC line outlet.CAUTIONThe CD-46 is NOT designed to be waterproof. Do not attempt to chargein water hazardous locations.NOTEThe CD-46 is only designed for the charging of the HX280S’s battery,and is not suitable for other purposes. The CD-46 may contribute noiseto TV and radio reception in the immediate vicinity, so we do not recom-mend its use adjacent to such device.NC-90BCD-46Tilt the Belt ClipInsert the Battery PackPush the bottom side ofthe battery pack
Page 13HX280S4.3 INSTALLATION OF OPTION4.3.1 FBA-40 ALKALINE BATTERY CASEFBA-40 is a battery case that holds six AA size Alkaline batteries and is usedwith the HX280S transceiver. When the FBA-40 is installed into the HX280Sthe radio can withstand immersion in water up to 3.3ft for 30 minutes.1. On the FBA-40, remove the battery case cover ( ).2. Slide the six AA size Alkaline batteries into the FBA-40 Battery Case withthe Negative (–) side of the batteries touching the spring connections in-side the FBA-40 Battery Case.3. Attach the battery cover to the FBA-40 Battery Case while being careful sothat o-ring is not twisted.4. Insert the FBA-40 Battery Case into the battery compartment on the backof the HX280S transceiver while tilting the Belt Clip outward, then push thebottom side of the FBA-40 Battery Case until the Battery Case locks withthe Battery Pack Latch.
HX280SPage 145. CONTROLS AND INDICATORS5.1 CONTROLS AND SWITCHESNOTEThis section defines each control of the transceiver. For detailed operat-ing instructions, refer to section 6 “BASIC OPERATION”. Refer to illustra-tions for the location of the following controls, switches, and connections.cANT Jack (Top Panel)The supplied CAT460 flexible antenna is attached here.dPOWER Switch/VOLUME Control (VOL)Turns the transceiver on and off as well as adjusts the speakers audiovolume.Turn this knob clockwise to turn the radio on and increase the speakersaudio volume.Turn fully counter-clockwise to turn the radio off.dcgfhijeNOTEWhen transmitting,position your mouthabout 1/2 to 1 inch (1.2~ 2.5 cm) away fromthe small mic hole.Speak slowly andclearly into the micro-phone.
Page 15HX280SePTT (PUSH-TO-TALK) SwitchWhen pushed activates the transmitter.fLCD DisplayThis display shows current operating conditions, as indicated on the page17.gKeypad[SQL] KeyPress this key to activate the squelch adjusting mode. Press the [T] or [S]key to adjust the squelch threshold level.Press and hold this key for 3 seconds to open the squelch, allowing you tomonitor the operating channel. Release the key to resume normal (quiet)monitoring.[SCAN(DW)] KeyStarts scanning and priority scanning of programmed channels.Secondary use:Press and hold the [SCAN(DW)] key for two seconds to activate the DualWatch feature.[S(UP)] KeyPress the key momentarily to increase the channel one step. Hold the keydown to increase the channel continuously.Secondary use:Used to adjust the squelch threshold level up after the [SQL] key is pressed.[T(DOWN)] KeyPress the key momentarily to decrease the channel one step. Hold the keydown to decrease the channel continuously.Secondary use:Used to adjust the squelch threshold level down after the [SQL] key ispressed.[WX] KeyImmediately recalls the last-used NOAA (National Oceanic and AtmosphericAdministration) Weather Channel from any channel location. Recalls thepreviously- selected working channel when the [WX] key is pressed again.Secondary use:When the [16/9] key is held and the [WX] key is pressed, the radio willchange the marine band between the USA, International, and Canadianchannels.
HX280SPage 16[MEM] KeyPress this key to memorize the selected channel for scanning. Whenpressed a “MEM” icon will be shown on the LCD display indicating thechannel has been saved to scan memory.To delete the channel from scan memory, select the channel and pressthis key until “MEM” is removed from the display.[H/L()] KeyPress this key to toggle the transmitter output power between “High” (5Watts) and “Low” (1 Watt) power. This key does not function on the “Trans-mission Inhibited” and “Low power only” channels.Secondary use:Hold down this key to lock the keypad (except the [SQL], [H/L()] andPTT keys) so that they are not accidentally changed. The “ ” icon willappear at the bottom right corner on the display, to indicate that the func-tions are locked. Hold down this key until the “ ” icon disappears to un-lock the radio.[16/9] KeyPressing this key immediately recalls channel 16 from any channel loca-tion. Holding down this key recalls channel 9. Pressing this key again re-verts to the previous selected working channel.[PRESET] KeyImmediately recalls one of up to 10 user preset memories for each band(shown as “0” - “9” on the LCD). Pressing this key repeatedly scrolls throughthe preset memory channels.hSpeakerThe internal speaker is located here.iMicrophoneThe internal microphone is located here.When transmitting, position your mouth about 1/2 to 1 inch (1.2 ~ 2.5 cm)away from the small mic hole. Speak slowly and clearly into the micro-phone.jBattery Pack Lock (Bottom side)Slide the Battery Pack Lock to the “W” position for battery removal.
Page 17HX280S5.2 LCD INDICATORS“” IndicatorThis indicator appears when a sig-nal is being received.“” IndicatorThis indicator appears during trans-mission.“ / ” IndicatorsThis indicator shows the TX outputpower.“”: High power (5 Watts)“”: Low power (1 Watt).“” IndicatorWhen the “ ” icon is shown on theLCD, all keys are disabled except forthe PTT, [SQL], and [H/L()] keys.“” Battery Indicator“”: Full battery“”: Lower battery“”: Battery is very low“ (Blinking)”: Prepare to chargethe battery“” IndicatorThis indicator appears when the DualWatch is activated.“” Indicator“”: NOAA weather channelis selected.“”: “weather alert” is re-ceived.“MEM” IndicatorThis indicator shows the channel isin the transceiver’s “Scan Memory”.SQL IndicatorThis indicator shows the squelchlevel.“P” IndicatorThis indicator shows the channel isin the “Priority Channel”.“U/I/C” IndicatorThese indicators show the “band” ofoperation for the particular channel.“U” indicates the USA band; “I” indi-cates the International band; and “C”indicates the Canadian band.“SCN” IndicatorThis indicator appears when theScan is activated.Channel DisplayThe operating channel is shown onthe LCD in both the transmission andreception modes.
HX280SPage 186. BASIC OPERATION6.1 PROHIBITED COMMUNICATIONSThe FCC prohibits the following communications:yFalse distress or emergency messages:yMessages to “any boat” except in emergencies and radio tests;yMessages to or from a vessel on land;yTransmission while on land;yObscene, indecent, or profane language (potential fine of $10,000).6.2 INITIAL SETUP1. Install the battery pack on the transceiver (see section “4.2.2 BATTERYINSTALLATION/REMOVAL”).2. Install the antenna onto the transceiver; hold the bottom end of the an-tenna, then screw it onto the mating connector on the transceiver until it issnug. Do not over-tighten.6.3 RECEPTION1. Turn the VOL knob clockwise to turn the transceiver on.2. Press the [SQL] key to activate the squelch adjustingmode (The “SQL” indicator will blink). Press the [T] keyuntil the “ ” indicator will appear on the display,then press the [SQL] key again.3. Turn up the VOL knob until the noise or audio from the speaker is at acomfortable level.4. Press the [SQL] key, then press the [S] key until therandom noise disappears. This state is known as the“Squelch Threshold”.5. Press the [T] or [S] key to select the desired channel.Refer to the channel chart on page 33 for available chan-nels.6. When a signal is received, adjust the VOL knob to thedesired listening level. The “ ” indicator in the LCDis displayed indicating that the channel is being used.
Page 19HX280S6.4 TRANSMISSION1. Perform “6.3 RECEPTION” discussion above.2. Before transmitting, monitor the channel and make sure it is clear.THIS IS AN FCC REQUIREMENT!3. For communications over short distances, press the[H/L()] key to select the Low power (1 watt: “ ” iconappears).Note: Transmitting on Low power prolongs battery life.Low power should be selected whenever possible.4. If using Low power is not effective, select High power(5 watts: “ ” icon appears) by pressing the [H/L()]key.5. When receiving a signal, wait until the incoming signal stops before trans-mitting. The transceiver cannot transmit and receive simultaneously.6. Press the PTT (Push-To-Talk) switch to transmit. Duringtransmission, the “ ” indicator will appear on the dis-play.7. Position your mouth about 1/2 to 1 inch (1.2 ~ 2.5 cm)away from the mic hole. Speak slowly and clearly into the microphone.8. When the transmission is finished, release the PTT switch.6.4.1 TRANSMIT TIME - OUT TIMER (TOT)While the PTT switch is held down, transmission time is limited to 5 minutes.This prevents prolonged (unintentional) transmissions. About 10 seconds be-fore automatic transmitter shutdown, a warning beep will sound from thespeaker. The transceiver automatically switches to the receiving mode, even ifthe PTT switch is held down. Before transmitting again, the PTT switch mustfirst be released, then wait 10 seconds and then pressed again. This Time-Out-Timer (TOT) prevents a continuous transmission that would result from anaccidentally stuck PTT switch.The PTT switch is ignored for 10 seconds after the transceiver auto-matically switches to the receiving mode by the TOT feature.
HX280SPage 206.5 USA, CANADIAN, AND INTERNATIONAL CHANNELS1. To change from US to International or Canadian Marine Channels, holddown the [16/9] key and press the [WX] key. The band will change fromUSA, to International, and to Canadian with each press.2. “U” appears on the LCD for the USA band, “I” appearsfor the International band, and “C” appears for the Ca-nadian band3. Refer to the marine channel charts in section 9 “VHF MARINE CHANNELASSIGNMENTS” for allocated channels.6.6 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USERefer to the VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART (page 33) for instructions onuse of simplex and duplex channels.NOTEAll channels are factory-programmed in accordance with FCC (USA),Industry Canada and International regulations. The mode of operationcannot be altered from simplex to duplex or vice-versa. Simplex (ship toship) or duplex (marine operator) mode is automatically activated, de-pending on the channel and whether the USA, International or Cana-dian operating band is selected.6.7 KEYPAD LOCKINGIn order to prevent accidental channel change, the HX280S’s keypad may belocked out.Hold down the [H/L()] key to lock the keypad (except thePTT, [SQL], and [H/L()] keys) so that they are not acci-dentally changed. The “ ” icon will appear on the channelnumber of the display, to indicate that the functions arelocked.Hold down the [H/L()] key until the “ ” icon disappears to unlock the ra-dio.
Page 21HX280S6.8 NOAA WEATHER CHANNELS1. To receive a NOAA (National Oceanic and AtmosphericAdministration) weather broadcast, press the [WX] key.The transceiver changes to the weather channel mode.This mode consists of a preset memory bank containingthe NOAA weather channels.2. When the [WX] key is pressed, the transceiver will be set to the last usedNOAA weather channel. Press the [T] or [S] key to change to other weatherchannels.3. To exit from the weather channel mode, press the [WX] key. The trans-ceiver will revert to the channel you were using prior to switching to theweather channel mode.6.8.1 NOAA WEATHER ALERTIn the event of extreme weather disturbances such as storms and hurricanes,NOAA sends a “weather alert” consisting of a 1050 Hz tone, followed by weatherreports on the weather channels.When a “weather alert” is received on a weather channel,the transceiver emits a beep tone and “ ” icon isshown on the display. Press the [WX] key to stop the beeptone and listen to the weather reports.NOTEOptions for the Weather Alert feature are available, refer to Menu ModeItem “ALt (WX ALERT)” on page 29 for details.6.8.2 NOAA WEATHER ALERT TESTINGIn the event of a major storm or other appreciable weather condition requiringvessels at sea (or other bodies of water) to be notified, the NOAA (NationalOceanographic and Atmospheric Administration) broadcasts a 1050 Hz tonethat some VHF radios, including your HX280S, can detect for “Weather Alarm”purposes (refer to section “6.8.1 NOAA WEATHER ALERT” for a discussionof how to use this feature). The 1050 Hz tone, when detected, will produce aloud beep in the speaker of the HX280S, to signal that a Weather Alert Broad-cast is being received.In order to test this system, NOAA broadcasts the 1050 Hz tone every Wednes-day sometime between 11 AM and 1 PM local time. You may use this opportu-nity to test your HX280S periodically to confirm that the Weather Alert featureis working, or for training crew members on how to configure the HX280S toreceive the NOAA Weather Alerts.
HX280SPage 226.9 PRESET CHANNELS (0 ~ 9): INSTANT ACCESSTen user assigned channels can be programmed for instant access. Pressingthe [PRESET] key activates the user assigned channel bank.6.9.1 PROGRAMMING1. Select the desired channel to be assigned into the Preset Channel Bankusing the [T] or [S] key.2. Press and hold the [PRESET] key until the Preset Chan-nel Number “00000” is shown at the right of the channel num-ber on the display.3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to program the desired channels into Preset Chan-nels “11111” ~ “99999”.4. To delete a Preset Channel, select the Preset Channel Number to be de-leted using the [T] or [S] key, then press and hold the [PRESET] key untilthe Preset Channel Number is removed from the display.6.9.2 OPERATIONPressing the [PRESET] key will toggle between Preset Channels “00000” through“99999” and the last selected “regular” channel. Preset Channel“00000” is represented by “00000” to the right of the channel numberon the display for one second, and preset channel “11111” isrepresented by “11111” and so forth. The preset channel numberwill disappear after one second.
Page 23HX280S6.10 SCANNINGThe HX280S allows the user to select the scan type from “Memory Scan” or“Priority Scan”. “Memory Scan” scans the channels that were programmedinto memory. “Priority Scan” scans the channels that were programmed intomemory with the priority channel (Channel 16). When an incoming signal isdetected on one of the channels during scan, the radio will pause on thatchannel, allowing you to listen to the incoming transmission.6.10.1 SELECTING THE SCAN TYPE1. Turn the transceiver off by rotating the VOL knob fully counter-clockwise.2. Hold down the [SQL] key, and then turn on the transceiver while still hold-ing down the [SQL] key.3. “SEtSEtSEtSEtSEt” will appear on the display, indicating the Menu(“Set”) Mode has been activated.4. Press the [SQL] key, repeatedly if necessary toselect the Menu item “SCSCSCSCSC”.5. Press the [T] or [S] key to select “PSPSPSPSPS (Priority Scan)” or“MSMSMSMSMS (Memory Scan)”. The factory default is “PSPSPSPSPS(Priority Scan)”.6. After completing your selection, turn the trans-ceiver off and on by rotating the VOL knob.6.10.2 MEMORY SCANNING (M-SCAN)1. Select the desired channel to be included in the scan memory using the[T] or [S] key.2. Press the [MEM] key to store the channel into thetransceiver’s scan memory. “MEM” will be displayed onthe LCD.3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for all the channels to be scanned.4. To delete a channel from the transceiver’s scan memory, select the memo-rized channel, then press the [MEM] key to delete the channel from scanmemory.5. All channels programmed remain in the transceiver’s scan memory even ifthe power is turned off.6. Adjust the SQL level until background noise is eliminated by pressing the[SQL] key followed by the [T] / [S] key.7. To start scanning, press the [SCAN(DW)] key. The scanproceeds from the lowest to the highest programmedchannel and stops scanning when a transmission is re-ceived. Scanning will resume when the incoming signaldisappears at the end of the transmission. The “MEM” and “SCN” icon will
HX280SPage 24appear at the left of the channel number on the display during scanning.8. To stop the scan, press the [SCAN(DW)] key.6.10.3 PRIORITY SCANNING (P-SCAN)1. Select the desired channel to be included in the scan memory using the[T] or [S] key.2. Press the [MEM] key to store the channel into thetransceiver’s scan memory. “MEM” will be displayed onthe LCD.3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for all the channels to be scanned.4. To delete a channel from the transceiver’s scan memory, select the memo-rized channel, then press the [MEM] key to delete the channel from scanmemory.5. All channels programmed remain in the transceiver’s scan memory even ifthe power is turned off.6. Adjust the Squelch Level until background noise is eliminated by pressingthe [SQL] key followed by the [T] / [S] key.7. To start scanning, press the [SCAN(DW)] key. A “SCN” icon and blinking“P” and “MEM” icons will appears at the left of the channel number on thedisplay during scanning. The scan proceeds betweenthe memorized channels and the Priority Channel (Chan-nel 16).As an example of priority scanning, let us say that ma-rine channels “06”, “07”, and “08” are memorized in the transceiver’s scanmemory. Priority scanning will proceed in the following sequence:[CH06] Æ (CH16)Ú Æ [CH07] Æ (CH16)Ú Æ[CH08] Æ (CH16)Ú Æ [CH06] Æ (CH16)Ú Æ [CH07] .....Ú: Priority Channel4. Even when the transceiver stops and listens to the signal of a programmedchannel, the transceiver will “dual watch” between this channel and thepriority channel. This allows the radio to be able to receive calls on chan-nel 16 (priority channel) even when the radio is receiving on another chan-nel.5. To stop the Priority Scanning, press the [SCAN(DW)] key.
Page 25HX280S6.11 DUAL WATCHThe Dual Watch feature allows the radio watch the Priority Channel “Channel16” and one other channel.1. Select the desired channel using the [T] or [S] key.2. Press and hold the [SCAN(DW)] key for two seconds toactivate the Dual Watch feature. A “ ” icon will ap-pear on the upper left of the display when the Dual Watchfeature is activated.3. When a transmission is received on the “Priority Channel”, the radio re-ceives the “Priority Channel” until the incoming signal disappears.4. When the radio receives a transmission on the working channel, the radiowill dual watch between the working channel and Channel 16.5. The Dual Watch feature will resume when the incoming signal disappearsat the end of the transmission.6. To stop the Dual Watch feature and return to normal operation, press andhold the [SCAN(DW)] key for two seconds again.6.12 EMERGENCY (CHANNEL 16 USE)Channel 16 is known as the Hail and Distress Channel. An emergency may bedefined as a threat to life or property. In such instances, be sure the trans-ceiver is on and set to “Channel 16”. Then use the following procedure:1. Press the PTT (Push-To-Talk) switch and say “Mayday, Mayday, Mayday.This is _____, _____, _____” (your vessel’s name).2. Then repeat once: “Mayday, _____” (your vessel’s name).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 navigationaid or geographic feature such as an island or harbor entry.4. Explain the nature of your distress (sinking, collision, aground, fire, heartattack, 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 andother distinguishing marks. The total transmission should not exceed 1minute.9. End the message by saying “OVER”. Release the PTT switch and listen.10. If there is no answer, repeat the above procedure. If there is still no re-sponse, try another channel.
HX280SPage 266.13 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 channelmust 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. Callingshould 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 itsuse as a hailing channel can be reduced significantly in U.S. waters by usingChannel 9 as the initial contact (hailing) channel for non-emergency communi-cations. Here, also, calling time should not exceed 30 seconds but may berepeated 3 times at 2-minute intervals.Prior to making contact with another vessel, refer to the channel charts in thismanual, and select an appropriate channel for communications after initialcontact. For example, Channels 68 and 69 of the U.S. VHF Charts are some ofthe channels available to non-commercial (recreational) boaters. Monitor yourdesired channel in advance to make sure you will not be interrupting othertraffic, 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 vesselyou wish to call and then “this is” followed by the name of your vessel andyour Station License (Call Sign). When the other vessel returns your call, im-mediately request another channel by saying “go to”, the number of the otherchannel, and “over”. Then switch to the new channel. When the new channelis not busy, call the other vessel.After a transmission, say “over”, and release the PTT (Push-To-Talk) switch.When all communication with the other vessel is completed, end the last trans-mission by stating your Call Sign and the word “out”. Note that it is not neces-sary to state your Call Sign with each transmission, only at the beginning andend of the contact.Remember to return to Channel 16 when not using another channel. Someradios automatically monitor Channel 16 even when set to other channels orwhen scanning.
Page 27HX280S6.14 OPERATING ON CHANNEL 13Channel 13 is used at docks, bridges and for maneuvering in port. Messageson this channel must concern navigation only, such as meeting and passing inrestricted waters. In emergencies and when approaching blind river bends,High power is allowed. Pressing the [H/L()] key will change the power out-put from Low Power (1 Watt) to High (5 Watts). When you change from thischannel then return to it, low power will be automatically selected.6.15 OPERATING ON CHANNEL 67When channel 67 is used for navigational bridge-to-bridge traffic between ships,Normal, High or Medium power may be used temporarily (in the USA band) bypressing the [H/L()] key. When you select this channel again, the trans-ceiver will revert to low power.
HX280SPage 287. MENU (“SET”) MODEThe HX280S’s Menu Mode allows a number of the HX280S operating param-eters to be custom-configured for your operating requirements.The Menu Mode is easy to activate and set, using the following procedure:1. Turn the transceiver off by rotating the VOL knob fully counter-clockwise.2. Hold down the [SQL] key, and then turn on the trans-ceiver while still holding down the [SQL] key.3. “SEtSEtSEtSEtSEt” will appear on the display, indicating the Menu(“Set”) Mode has been activated.4. Press the [SQL] key to select the Menu item to be ad-justed.5. Press the [T] or [S] key to enable adjustment of theselected Menu item. The menu item will blink.6. Press the [SQL] key to select the status or value of theMenu item.7. After completing your adjustment, turn the transceiveroff and on by rotating the VOL knob.LP (LAMP MODE)Function: Selects the Lamp illumination method for the LCD/Keypad.Available Values: on / kEY / oFFDefault: kEYon: Illuminates the LCD/Keypad continuously.kEY: Illuminates the LCD/Keypad for 5 seconds when any key is pressed.oFF: Turns off the backlight for the LCD and keys.bP (BEEP)Function: Enable/Disable the Keypad beeper.Available Values: HI / Lo / oFFDefault: HISC (SCAN TYPE)Function: Selects the Scan mode.Available Values: PS (Priority Scan) / MS (Memory Scan)Default: PS (Priority Scan)
Page 29HX280SALt (WX ALERT)Function: Enable/Disable the Weather Alert feature.Available Values: ALL / SC / CH / OFFDefault: on SCALL: When on a weather channel, the radio will alarm whenthe Weather Alert is received.SC: Emits a loud beep when the Weather Alert is received while scanningthe Weather channels.CH: Emits a loud beep when the Weather Alert is received while receivingthe Weather channel and/or scanning the Weather channels.OFF: Disables the Weather Alert function.
HX280SPage 308. MAINTENANCE8.1 GENERALThe inherent quality of the solid-state components in STANDARD HORIZONradios will provide many years of continuous use. Take the following precau-tions to prevent damage to the radio.yTo prevent corrosion of electrical contacts and keep the water resistance,keep the microphone connected or the jack covered at all times.yNever key the transmitter unless an antenna or suitable dummy load isconnected to the antenna receptacle.yEnsure that the input voltage does not exceed the value specified in yourOwner’s Manual.yUse only STANDARD HORIZON-approved accessories and replacementparts.8.2 REPLACEMENT PARTSOccasionally an owner needs a replacement part. These can be ordered fromour Parts Department by writing or calling (in USA or Canada), or StandardHorizon/Vertex Standard authorized dealers (outside USA or Canada).Marine Division of Vertex StandardUS Headquarters10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A.Telephone (714) 827-7600Commonly requested parts, and their part numbers are listed below.yVOL Knob: RA1078700yCD-46 Charger Cradle: CB4777001yCAT460 Antenna: Q3000176yCLIP-920 Belt Clip: AAE51X001
Page 31HX280S8.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTSYMPTOMThe [SCAN(DW)] keydoes not start the scan.Cannot select betweenUSA, INTL, or Canadianbands.Some keys do notoperate.Cannot select keylockfunction.Charging indicator onCD-46 does notillumininate.PROBABLE CAUSENo channels memorized.Squelch is not adjusted.Proper operation notfollowed.Low battery.Audio volume level is too low.Key Lock is on.Proper operation notfollowed.Defective battery FNB-V105LI.REMEDYUse the [MEM] key to enter desiredchannels into the transceiver’smemory.Adjust the squelch to threshold orto the point where noise just dis-appears. Further adjustment of thesquelch control may eliminate in-coming signals.HOLD down the [16/9] key andpress the [WX] key.Charge battery. Refer to section4.2.3 of this manual.Turn the VOL knob clockwise.Turn Key Lock off. Refer to section5.1 of this manual ([H/L()] key).Hold down the [H/L()] key for 2seconds.Contact your Standard Horizondealer.Speaker audio is notheard when the [SQL]key is press and held.
HX280SPage 329. VHF MARINE CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTSTables on the following pages list the VHF Marine Channel assignments forU.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’sVessel 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 Canadianchannel assignments whose counterparts in the International assignmentsare 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 setfor International operation you will go to Channel 22 instead of 22A, andwill not be able to communicate with the Coast Guard. To use Channel22A, your radio must be set for USA or Canada operation, usually by a U/I/C (USA/International/Canada) control or combination of controls. Chan-nel 22 (without an “A”) is an International duplex channel for port opera-tions. Some radios indicate an “A” adjacent to the alpha channels on thedisplay; on others “alpha” is not indicated but the proper channel is se-lected based on the U/I/C setting.3. Bridge-to-Bridge channels (for example, Channel 13) are for use by bridgeoperators on inter-coastal waterways and rivers. It is also used by marinevessels 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 forthese channels.4. The S/D column on the chart indicates either S (simplex) or D (duplex). Sim-plex means transmitting and receiving on the same frequency. Only one partyat a time can talk, unlike a telephone. Be sure to say “over” and release yourmicrophone push-to-talk switch at the end of each transmission. Duplex op-eration involves the use of one frequency for transmitting and a separate fre-quency for receiving. On channels specified as duplex on the charts, correctmode of operation is established automatically by your radio when you select achannel; 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 theterm “non-commercial” in the Channel Use column of the chart. Some ofthese are shared with other users and some are used only in certain geo-graphic regions.6. Marine vessels equipped with VHF radios are required to monitor Channel 16.
Page 33HX280SVHF MARINE CHANNEL CHARTCH U C I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE01 X X D 156.050 160.650 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)01A X S 156.050 Port Operation and Commercial.VTS in selected areas02 X X D 156.100 160.700 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)03 X X D 156.150 160.750 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)03A X S 156.150 U.S. Government Only, Coast Guard04 X D 156.200 160.800 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),Port operation, ship movement04A X S 156.200 Pacific coast: Coast Guard, East Coast:Commercial fishing05 X D 156.250 160.850 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),Port operation, ship movement05A X X S 156.250 Port operation. VTS in Seattle06 X X X S 156.300 Inter-ship Sefety07 X D 156.350 160.950 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),Port operation, ship movement07A X X S 156.350 Commercial08 X X X S 156.400 Commercial (Inter-ship only)09 X X X S 156.450 Boater Calling channel, Commercial &Non-commercial (Recreational)10 X X X S 156.500 Commercial11 X X X S 156.550 Commercial. VTS in selected areas.12 X X X S 156.600 Port operation. VTS in selected areas.13 X X X S 156.650 Inter-ship Navigation Safety (Bridge-to-bridge)14 X X X S 156.700 Port operation. VTS in selected areas.15 X S - - - 156.750 Environmental (Receive only)15 X X S 156.750 Commercial, non-commercial, ship movement (1 W)16 X X X S 156.800 International Distress, Safety and Calling17 X X X S 156.850 State Controlled (1 W)18 X D 156.900 161.500 Port operation, ship movement18A X X S 156.900 Commercial19 X D 156.950 161.550 Port operation, ship movement19A X S 156.950 US: Commercial19A X S 156.950 Coast Guard20 X X X D 157.000 161.600 Canadian Coast Guard Only,International: port operations and shipment20A X S 157.000 Port operation21 X D 157.050 161.650 Port operation, ship movement21A X X S 157.050 U.S. Government Only, Canadian Coast Guard22 X D 157.100 161.700 Port operation, ship movement22A X X S 157.100 US and Canadian Coast Guard Liaison andMaritime Safety Information Broadcasts announcedon channel 1623 X X D 157.150 161.750 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)23A X S 157.150 U.S. Government Only24 X X X D 157.200 161.800 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)25 X X X D 157.250 161.850 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)26 X X X D 157.300 161.900 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)27 X X X D 157.350 161.950 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)28 X X X D 157.400 162.000 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)
HX280SPage 34VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHARTCH U C I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE60 X X D 156.025 160.625 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)61 X D 156.075 160.675 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),Port operation, ship movement61A X X S 156.075 Public Coast: Coast Guard;East Coast: commercial fishing only62 X D 156.125 160.725 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),Port operation, ship movement62A X S 156.125 Public Coast: Coast Guard;East Coast: commercial fishing only63 X D 156.175 160.775 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),Port operation, ship movement63A X X S 156.175 Port Operation and Commercial.VTS in selected areas.64 X X D 156.225 160.825 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),Port operation, ship movement64A X X S 156.225 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),Port operation, ship movement65 X D 156.275 160.875 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),Port operation, ship movement65A X X S 156.275 Port Opeations66 X D 156.325 160.925 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),Port operation, ship movement66A X X S 156.325 Port Operations67 X X X S 156.375 US: Commercial. Used for Bridge-to-bridge communi-cations in lower Mississippi River. Inter-shiponly,Canada: Commercial fishing, S&R68 X X X S 156.425 Non-commercial (Recreational)69 X X X S 156.475 US: Non-commercial (Recreational),Canada: Commercial fishing only,International: Inter-ship, Port opertions and Shipmovement70 X X X S 156.525 Digital selective calling (voice communications notallowed)71 X X X S 156.575 US, Canada: Non-commercial (Recreational),International: Port opertions and Ship movement72 X X X S 156.625 Non-commercial (Inter-ship only)73 X X X S 156.675 US: Port Operations,Canada: Commercial fish ing only,International: Inter-ship, Port opertions and Shipmovement74 X X X S 156.725 US: Port Operations,Canada: Commercial fishing only,International: Inter-ship, Port opertions and Shipmovement75 X X X S 156.775 Port Operations (Inter-ship only) (1W)76 X X X S 156.825 Port Operations (Inter-ship only) (1W)77 X X S 156.875 Port Operations (Inter-ship only) (1W)77 X S 156.875 Port Operations (Inter-ship only)78 X D 156.925 161.525 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),Port operation, ship-movement78A X X S 156.925 Non-commercial (Recreational)79 X D 156.975 161.575 Port operation and Ship movement79A X X S 156.975 Commercial
Page 35HX280SVHF MARINE CHANNEL CHARTCH U C I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE80 X D 157.025 161.625 Port operation, ship movement80A X X S 157.025 Commercial81 X D 157.075 161.675 Port operation, ship movement81A X S 157.075 U.S. Government Only -Environmental protection operations.81A X S 157.075 Canadian Coast Guard Only82 X D 157.125 161.725 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator),Port operation, ship movement82A X X S 157.125 U.S. Government Only,Canadian Coast Guard Only83 X D 157.175 161.775 Canadian Coast Guard Only83 X D 157.175 161.775 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)83A X X S 157.175 U.S. Government Only,Canadian Coast Guard Only84 X X X D 157.225 161.825 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)85 X X X D 157.275 161.875 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)86 X X X D 157.325 161.925 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)87 X X S 157.375 Port operation, ship movement87A X S 157.375 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)88 X X S 157.425 Port operation, ship movement88A X S 157.425 Commercial, Inter-ship OnlyWX01X X X D - - - 162.550 Weather (receive only)WX02X X X D - - - 162.400 Weather (receive only)WX03X X X D - - - 162.475 Weather (receive only)WX04X X X D - - - 162.425 Weather (receive only)WX05X X X D - - - 162.450 Weather (receive only)WX06X X X D - - - 162.500 Weather (receive only)WX07X X X D - - - 162.525 Weather (receive only)WX08X X X D - - - 161.650 Weather (receive only)WX09X X X D - - - 161.775 Weather (receive only)WX10X X X D - - - 163.275 Weather (receive only)NOTE: Simplex channels, 3A, 21A, 23A, 61A, 64A, 81A, 82A and 83A CANNOT be lawfully usedby the general public in U.S.A. waters.
HX280SPage 361: 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 VesselTraffic Services (VTS) area of New Orleans, on the lower Mississippi River from thevarious pass entrances in the Gulf of Mexico to Devil’s Swamp Light at River Mile 242.4above 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 Guarddesignated port areas only for VTS communications and in the Great Lakes availableprimarily for communications relating to the movement of ships in sectors designated bythe St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation or the U.S. Coast Guard. The useof these frequencies outside VTS and ship movement sector protected areas is permit-ted provided they cause no interference to VTS and ship movement communications intheir respective designated sectors.Noncommercial6817 156.425 156.4250916 156.450 156.45069 156.475 156.47571 156.575 156.57572 156.625 ........ Intership only.78A 156.925 156.92579A 156.975 156.975 Great Lakes only.80A 157.025 157.025 Do.6714 156.375 ....... Internship only.Distress, Safety and Calling16 156.800 156.800 EPRIBIntership Safety06 156.300 ........ a.  Intership, orb. For SAR: Shipand aircraft for theU.S. Coast Guard.Environmental1513 ........ 156.750 Coast to ship only.Maritime Control179,10 156.850 156.850Liaison, U.S. Coast Guard22A11 157.100 157.100 Ship, aircraft, andcoast stations ofthe U.S. CoastGuard and atLake Mead, Nev.,ship and coaststations of theNational ParkService, U.S.Department of theInterior.ShiptransmitChanneldesignatorCarrier frequency(MHz)Points of communica-tion (Intership and be-tween coast and shipunless otherwiseiandicated)CoasttransmitPort Operations01A1156.050 156.05063A1156.175 156.175052156.250 156.25065A 156.275 156.27566A 156.325 156.325123156.600 156.60073 156.675 156.675143156.700 156.70074 156.725 156.725774156.875 Intership only.20 157.000 161.60020A12 157.000 Intership only.Navigational (Bridge-to-Bridge)5136156.650 156.650677156.375 156.375Commercial01A1156.050 156.05063A1156.175 156.17507A 156.350 156.350677156.375 Intership only.08 156.400 ........ Do.09 156.450 156.45010 156.500 156.500113156.550 156.55018A 156.900 156.90019A 156.950 156.95079A 156.975 156.97580A 157.025 157.02588A8157.425 ........ Intership only.7214 156.625 ........ Internship only.Digital Selective Calling7015 156.525 156.525ShiptransmitChanneldesignatorCarrier frequency(MHz)Points of communica-tion (Intership and be-tween coast and shipunless otherwiseiandicated)Coasttransmit
Page 37HX280S4: Use of 156.875 MHz is limited to communications with pilots regarding the movementand 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 com-munications. These frequencies are available between coast and ship on a secondarybasis when used on or in the vicinity of locks or drawbridges. Normal output power mustnot exceed 1 watt. Maximum output power must not exceed 10 watts for coast stations or25 watts for ship stations.6: On the Great Lakes, in addition to bridge-to-bridge communications, 156.650 MHz isavailable for vessel control purposes in established vessel traffic systems. 156.650 MHzis not available for use in the Mississippi River from South Pass Lighted Whistle Buoy “2”and Southwest Pass entrance Mid-channel Lighted Whistle Buoy to mile 242.4 aboveHead 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 HarborNavigational Canal, except to aid the transition from these areas.7: Use of 156.375 MHz is available for navigational communications only in the MississippiRiver 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 full length ofthe Inner Harbor Navigation Canal from its junction with the Mississippi River to its entryto 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 PugetSound and the Strait of Juan de Fuca and its approaches, 157.425 MHz is half of theduplex pair designated as Channel 88. In this area, Channel 88 is available to shipstations 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 ofJuan de Fuca, its approaches, the Great Lakes, and the St. Lawrence Seaway, 157.425MHz is available for intership and commercial communications. Outside Puget Soundarea 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 incommercial fishing activities.9: When the frequency 156.850 MHz is authorized, it may be used additionally for searchand rescue training exercises conducted by state or local governments.10: The frequency 156.850 MHz is additionally available to coast stations on the Great Lakesfor transmission of scheduled Coded Marine Weather Forecasts (MAFOR), Great LakesWeather Broadcast (LAWEB) and nscheduled Notices to Mariners or Bulletins. F3C andJ3C emissions are permitted. Coast Stations on the Great Lakes must cease weatherbroadcasts which cause interference to stations operating on 156.800 MHz until theinterference problem is resolved.11: The frequency 157.100 MHz is authorized for search and rescue training exercises bystate or local government in conjunction with U.S. Coast Guard stations. Prior U.S. CoastGuard 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 coaststation communications.13: Available for assignment to coast stations, the use of which is in accord with an agreedprogram, for the broadcast of information to ship stations concerning the environmentalconditions in which vessels operate, i.e., weather; sea conditions; time signals; noticesto 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 callingusing digital selective calling techniques. No other uses are permitted.16: The frequency 156.450 MHz is available for intership, ship and coast general purposecalling 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 forfacsimile transmissions as well as voice communications.
HX280SPage 3810. WARRANTYMarine Products Limited WarrantyPLEASE NOTEThe following “Limited Warranty” is for valid for products that have beenpurchased in the United States and Canada. For limited Warranty de-tails outside the United States, contact the dealer in your country.STANDARD HORIZON (a division of VERTEX STANDARD) warrants, to theoriginal purchaser only, each new Marine Communications Product (“Prod-uct”) manufactured and/or supplied by STANDARD HORIZON against defectsin materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period oftime from the date of purchase as follows:Fixed Mount and Portable Transceivers1 year - if purchased before 01/01/913 years - if purchased between 01/01/91 and 01/01/943 years Waterproof - if purchased after 01/01/94Loud hailers1 year - if purchased before 01/01/913 years - if purchased after 01/01/91Associated Chargers1 year - if purchased before 01/01/913 years - if purchased after 01/01/91Associated Batteries - 18 months. Note: Batteries will be deemed defectiveonly if storage capacity drops below 80% of rated capacity or if leakage develops.Associated Accessories - 1 year. Includes: Microphones/Handsets, ExternalSpeakers, Antennas, Carrying Accessories, Power Supplies, and SignalingBoards.To receive warranty service, the purchaser must deliver the Product, transpor-tation and insurance prepaid, to STANDARD HORIZON (a division of VER-TEX STANDARD). Include proof of purchase indicating model. serial number,and date of purchase. STANDARD HORIZON will return the Product to thepurchaser freight prepaid. Products purchased prior to January 1, 1991 willbear 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 orany breach of express or implied warranties in connection with the sale ofProducts shall be limited solely to repair or replacement, at its option, of theProduct or part(s) therein which, upon examination by STANDARD HORIZON,
Page 39HX280Sappear to be defective or not up to factory specifications. STANDARD HORI-ZON may, at its option, repair or replace parts or subassemblies with new orreconditioned parts and subassemblies. Parts thus repaired or replaced arewarranted for the balance of the original applicable warranty.STANDARD HORIZON will not warrant installation, maintenance or service ofthe Products. In all instances, STANDARD HORIZON’s liability for damagesshall not exceed the purchase price of the defective Product.This warranty only extends to Products sold within the 50 States of the UnitedStates of America and the District of Columbia.STANDARD HORIZON will pay all labor to repair the product and replacementparts charges incurred in providing the warranty service except where pur-chaser abuse or other qualifying exceptions exist. The purchaser must payany transportation expenses incurred in returning the Product to STANDARDHORIZON for service.This limited warranty does not extend to any Product which has been sub-jected to misuse, neglect, accident, incorrect wiring by anyone other than STAN-DARD HORIZON, improper installation, or subjected to use in violation of in-structions furnished by STANDARD HORIZON, nor does this warranty extendto Products on which the serial number has been removed, defaced, or changed.STANDARD HORIZON cannot be responsible in any way for ancillary equip-ment not furnished by STANDARD HORIZON which is attached to or used inconnection with STANDARD HORIZON’s Products, or for the operation of theProduct with any ancillary equipment, and all such equipment is expresslyexcluded from this warranty. STANDARD HORIZON disclaims liability for range,coverage, or operation of the Product and ancillary equipment as a wholeunder this warranty. STANDARD HORIZON reserves the right to make changesor improvements in Products, during subsequent production, without incurringthe obligation to install such changes or improvements on previously manu-factured Products.The implied warranties which the law imposes on the sale of this Product areexpressly LIMITED, in duration, to the time period specified above. STAN-DARD HORIZON shall not be liable under any circumstances for consequen-tial damages resulting from the use and operation of this Product, or from thebreach of this LIMITED WARRANTY, any implied warranties, or any contractwith STANDARD HORIZON. IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF ITSPRODUCTS, STANDARD HORIZON MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESSOR IMPLIED AS TO THE MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PAR-TICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SETFORTH HEREIN.
HX280SPage 40Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conse-quential damages, or limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so theabove limitations or exclusions may not apply. This warranty gives specificlegal rights, and there may be other rights which may vary from state to state.ONLY PRODUCTS SOLD ON OR AFTER JANUARY 1, 1991 ARE COVEREDUNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.ON-LINE WARRANTY REGISTRATIONTHANK YOU for buying STANDARD HORIZON (a division of VertexStandard) products! We are confident your new radio will serve yourneeds for many years!Please visit www.standardhorizon.com to register the HX280S MarineVHF. It should be noted that visiting the Web site from time to time maybe beneficial to you, as new products are released they will appear onthe STANDARD HORIZON Web site.Product Support InquiriesIf you have any questions or comments regarding the use of the HX280S,you can visit the STANDARD HORIZON Web site to send an E-mail orcontact 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" program to provide service after the warranty period has ex-pired. If you wish to obtain the flat rate price for out-of-warranty repair,you must include the information on the Owner's Record with the unitwhen you return it to your Dealer or to STANDARD HORIZON.Lifetime Flat Rate Service Program: For the original Owner only, for thelifetime of the unit, STANDARD HORIZON will repair the unit to originalspecifications.Note: The flat rate amount is payable by the Owner only if STANDARDHORIZON or the STANDARD HORIZON Dealer determines that a re-pair is needed. After the repair, a 90-day warranty will be in effect fromthe date of return of the unit to the .Owner.This service program is not available for equipment which has failed asa result of neglect, accident, breakage, misuse, improper installation ormodification, or water damage (depending on the product).
Page 41HX280S11. SPECIFICATIONSPerformance specifications are nominal, unless otherwise indicated, and aresubject to change without notice.11.1 GENERALFrequency Ranges: TX: 156.025 MHz - 157.425 MHzRX: 156.050 MHz - 163.275 MHzChannel Spacing: 25 kHzFrequency Stability: ±5 ppm(–4 °F to +140 °F [–20 °C to +60 °C])Emission Type: 16K0G3EAntenna Impedance: 50 ΩSupply Voltage: 7.4V DC, Negative Ground(Battery Terminal)Current Consumption: 320 mA (Receive, Typical at AF MAX.)50 mA (Standby)1.6 A / 0.7 A (TX: 5 W / 1W)Operating Temperature: –4 °F to +140 °F (–20 °C to +60 °C)Case Size (W x H x D): 2.20” x 5.24” x 1.08” (56 x 133 x 27.5 mm)(w/o knob & antenna)Weight (Approx.): 10.9 oz (310 g)(w/FNB-V105LI, Belt Clip, & Antenna)11.2 TRANSMITTERRF Power Output: 5 W / 1 W (@7.4 V )Modulation Type: Variable ReactanceMaximum Deviation: ±5 kHzSpurious Emission: –75 dBc typicalMicrophone Impedance:2 kΩ11.3 RECEIVERCircuit Type: Double-Conversion SuperheterodyneIntermediate Frequencies: 1st: 21.7 MHz, 2nd: 450 kHzAdjacent Channel Selectivity: 70 dB typicalIntermodulation: 68 dB typicalHum & Noise Ratio: 40 dB typicalSensitivity: 0.25 μV for 12 dB SINADSelectivity: 25 kHz (–70 dB)AF Output (Internal SP): 700 mW @16 Ω for 10 % THD (@7.4 V)Measured in accordance with TIA/EIA-603.
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Page 43HX280SThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subjectto the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.Part 15.21: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly ap-proved by Vertex Standard could void the User’s authorization to oper-ate this device.
HX280SPage 44Copyright 2008VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD.All rights reserved.No portion of this manualmay be reproducedwithout the permission ofVERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD.Printed in ChinaMarine Division of VERTEX STANDARDUS Headquarters10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A.EM038N102

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