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GX1280S Page 1 MA TRIX GX1280S 25 W att VHF/FM Marine T ransceiver Owner's Manual Submersible DSC distress call automatically broadcasts lat/long and vessel ID 8 DSC position request .
GX1280S Page 2 T ABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY/W ARNING INFORMA TION ................................................................ 4 FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMA TION ............................................................ 5 FCC NOTICE ................
GX1280S Page 3 7.4 ADDITIONAL DIGIT AL SELECTIVE CALLING INFORMA TION .................. 33 7.5 DSC DISTRESS CALL ................................................................................... 33 7.5.1 T ransmitting a DSC Distress Call ..........
GX1280S Page 4 SAFETY / W ARNING INFORMA TION 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 byst anders by maintaining the minimum separation distance of 0.
GX1280S Page 5 FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMA TION S tandard Horizon radios comply with the Federal Communication Commis- sion (FCC) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service. ST A TION LICENSE An FCC ship station license is no longer required for any vessel traveling in U.
GX1280S Page 6 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 ST ANDARD 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.
GX1280S Page 7 GETTING ST ARTED 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.
GX1280S Page 8 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.
GX1280S Page 9 1 GENERAL INFORMA TION 1.1 INTRODUCTION The ST ANDARD HORIZON MA TRIX is a VHF/FM transceiver designed for use in the frequency range of 156.025 to 163.275 MHz. The M A TRIX can be operated from 1 1 to 16 VDC and has a switchable RF output power of 1 watt or 25 watts.
GX1280S Page 10 2 P ACKING LIST When the package containing the transceiver is first opened, please check it for the following contents: GX1280S MA TRIX Transceiver (White/Black) Mounting Bracket and attaching hardware Owner ’s Manual Quick-Reference Card Power Cord Dust Cover 3 OPTIONS MMB-84 .
GX1280S Page 11 4 INST ALLA TION 4.1 LOCA TION 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 reading due .
GX1280S Page 12 radio. RG58 cable can be used for distances less than 25 feet. 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.
GX1280S Page 13 4.4 CONNECTION OF GPS WITH NMEA OUTPUT 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.
GX1280S Page 14 4.5 CHECKING GPS CONNECTIONS After connections have been made between the M A TRIX and the GPS, a small satellite icon will appear on the top right corner of the LCD display . T o see additional GPS information press and hold the [ H/L ] ( NA V ) key until the MA TRIX shows the Date, T ime, SOG and COG .
GX1280S Page 15 4.7 CHANGING COG TO TRUE OR MAGNETIC Allows customizing the NA V data showing GPS Course Over Ground (COG). Factory default is T rue however following the steps below the COG can be changed to Magnetic. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL/SET ] key until “RADIO SETUP” menu appears.
GX1280S Page 16 4.8 OPTIONAL MMB-84 FLUSH MOUNT INST ALLA TION 1. Make a rectangular template for the flush mount measuring 2-5/8” H x 6-5/8” W . 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 ac- commodate the transceiver (at least 6 inches deep).
GX1280S Page 17 4.9 OPTIONAL CMP25 RAM+ MIC INST ALLA TION 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.
GX1280S Page 18 5 CONTROLS AND INDICA TOR S 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 T urns the transceiver on and off as well as adjusts the audio volume.
GX1280S Page 19 16/9 WX SCAN H/L CALL SET SQL VOL/PWR DISTRESS IC MEM U.I.C MENU PULL OPEN NA V DW MA TRI X Figure 4. Controls and Connectors.
GX1280S Page 20 KEYP AD [ 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.
GX1280S Page 21 [ DW ] / [ IC ] Key Scans for voice communications on CH16 and another selected chan- nel until a signal is received on either channel.
GX1280S Page 22 ACCESSOR Y CONNECTION CABLE Connects the MA TRIX to a GPS, and an external speaker . See section 3 OPTIONS for a list of speakers ST ANDARD HORIZON offers. DC INPUT CABLE Connects the radio to a DC power supply capable of delivering 12V DC.
GX1280S Page 23 6 BASIC OPERA TION 6.1 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.
GX1280S Page 24 6.4 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE Refer to the VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART (p age 63) 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.
GX1280S Page 25 6.7 NOAA WEA THER ALERT In the event of extreme weather disturbances, such as storms and hurri- canes, 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.
GX1280S Page 26 6.9 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.
GX1280S Page 27 some of the channels available to non-commercial (recreational) boaters. Monitor your desired channel in advance to make sure you will not be inter- rupting other traffic, and then go back to either channel 16 or 9 for your initial contact.
GX1280S Page 28 By regulation, power is normally limited to 1 W att on these channels. Y our 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 .
GX1280S Page 29 5. T o start scanning, press the [ SCAN ] key . Scan- ning will proceed from the lowest to the highest programmed channel number and will stop on a channel when a transmission is received. 6. The channel number will blink during reception.
GX1280S Page 30 6.18 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 8.9 VOICE SCRAMBLER to program the voice scrambler .
GX1280S Page 31 7 DIGIT AL SELECTIVE CALLING 7.1 GENERAL W ARNING This radio is designed to generate a digital maritime distress and safety call to facilitate search and rescue. T o be ef fective 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.
GX1280S Page 32 SCAN” with the CHANNEL selector knob. 4. Press the [ CALL/SET ] key . 5. Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “ON”or “OFF .” 6. Press the [ CALL/SET ] key to store the selected setting. 7. T o exit this menu and return to radio operation mode press the [ 16/9 ] key .
GX1280S Page 33 ber will appear , and the first space will flash. 5. Select first number of your MMSI, then press the [ CALL/SET ] 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 ] key to store the number in memory .
GX1280S Page 34 5. If an acknowledgement is received, select chan- nel 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.
GX1280S Page 35 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, prior- ity for the call can be designated as Urgency or Safety .
GX1280S Page 36 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.
GX1280S Page 37 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 ] key to move to the next space. This method can also be used to enter a blank space in the name.
GX1280S Page 38 5. T urn the CHANNEL selector knob to select “AUTO” or “MANUAL.” 6. Press the [ CALL/SET ] key to store the selected setting. 7.
GX1280S Page 39 7.7.4 T ransmitting 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 an- other channel. Select the traffic channel for voice communication.
GX1280S Page 40 7.7.5 Receiving an Individual Call When receiving an individual call, an acknowledgment must be sent back to the calling station. The M A TRIX default setting is Automatic, but has a selec- tion that allows you to manually send a reply before the radio will switch to the requested calling channel.
GX1280S Page 41 7.8 ADV ANCED 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.
GX1280S Page 42 10 . T urn the CHANNEL selector knob to scroll through numbers, 0-9. 1 1. T o enter the desired number and move one space to the right press the [ CALL/SET ] key . Repeat pro- cedure until all nine spaces of MMSI number are entered. 12.
GX1280S Page 43 7.8.1.3 Receiving a Group Call 1. When a group call is received, the MA TRIX 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.
GX1280S Page 44 7.8.2.1 Setting up Position Reply The MA TRIX can be set up to automatically or manually send your position to another vessel. This selection is important if you are concerned about someone polling the position of your vessel that you may not want to.
GX1280S Page 45 5. Press the [ CALL/SET ] key to transmit the posi- tion request DSC call. 6. After a DSC position request is transmitted, the transceiver remains on channel 70 until position data is received from the polled vessel.
GX1280S Page 46 4. When “REPL Y” is selected, press the [ CALL/SET ] key . And the your position will be transmitted to the requesting vessel. 5. T o exit from position request display , press any key .
GX1280S Page 47 7.8.3.2 Receiving a DSC Position Send Call When another vessel transmits their vessels location to the MA TRIX 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.
GX1280S Page 48 8 RADIO SETUP NOTE The optional RAM+ MIC CMP25 can be also change the SETUP menu. Refer to page 54 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 ] key until “RADIO SETUP” menu appears.
GX1280S Page 49 8.3 TIME OFFSET Sets the time offset between local time and UTC (time GPS sends to radio). T ime is displayed when GPS position (LA T/LON) is displayed by pressing the [ H/L ] key . 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL/SET ] key until “RADIO SETUP” menu appears.
GX1280S Page 50 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 ] key until “RADIO SETUP” menu appears. 2 . Press the [ CALL/SET ] key , then select “KEY BEEP” in the “RADIO SETUP” menu with the CHANNEL selector knob.
GX1280S Page 51 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 ] key until “RADIO SETUP” menu appears.
GX1280S Page 52 8.7 CHANNEL NAMING This selection allows you to customize the name of a channel from the de- fault name. 1. Press and hold down the [ CALL/SET ] key until “RADIO SETUP” menu appear . 2. Press the [ CALL/SET ] key , then select “CH NAME” in the “RADIO SETUP” menu with the CHANNEL selector knob.
GX1280S Page 53 8.8 TRUE MAGNETIC CHANGE ( NA V display ) Allows customizing the GPS COG (Course Over Ground) displayed on the LCD to be in T rue or Magnetic.
GX1280S Page 54 9 RAM+ MIC OPERA TION If the enhanced optional RAM+ Mic ( CMP25 ) is connected to the remote microphone connector on the transceiver ’s rear panel, the transceiver can use the remote control operation except for a few functions.
GX1280S Page 55 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. POWER SWITCH ( PWR ) Press and hold down this key to turn to the transceiver and RAM+ Mic on and off.
GX1280S Page 56 [ CALL/SET ] Key The [ CALL/SET ] key functions as the enter key . Secondary use Press the [ CALL/SET ] key to access the DSC OPERA TION menu. Press and hold the [ CALL/SET ] key to access the SETUP menu. [ DW ] Key W atches for a transmission on CH16 and another selected channel until either signal is received.
GX1280S Page 57 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 received. “DISTRESS” and “W AITING” will appear on the LCD.
GX1280S Page 58 9.2.2 Calling Hold down the [ DW ] key for 1 second or more, when the “INTERCOM” op- eration is activated. A calling beep is emitted twice from the transceiver speaker . 9.3 DSC/RADIO SETUP MODE The CMP25 can access the DSC / RADIO setup menu (refer to section 7 “DSC/RADIO SETUP” for details).
GX1280S Page 59 10 MAINTENANCE The inherent quality of the solid-state components used in this transceiver will provide many years of continuous use. T aking the following precautions will prevent damage to the transceiver .
GX1280S Page 60 10.2 F ACTOR Y SERVICE In the unlikely event that the radio fails to perform or needs servicing, please contact the following: St andard Horizon Attention Marine Repair Dep artment 109.
GX1280S Page 61 10.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART SYMPTON T ransceiver fails to power up. T ransceiver blows fuse when connected to power supply . Popping or whining noise from the speaker while engine runs. Sound is not emitted from the external speaker . Receiving station re- port low transmit power , even with transceiver set to HI power .
GX1280S Page 62 1 1. CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS T ables 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.
GX1280S Page 63 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 geographic regions.
GX1280S Page 64 VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CH U C I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE 23 X X D 157.150 161.750 Public Correspondence ( Marine Operator ) 23A X S 157.150 U.S. Government Only 24 X X X D 157.200 161.800 Public Correspondence ( Marine Operator ) 25 X X X D 157.
GX1280S Page 65 VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CH U C I S/D TX RX CHANNEL USE 79 X D 156.975 161.575 Port operation and Ship movement 79A X X S 156.975 Commercial 80 X D 157.025 161.625 Port operation, ship movement 80A X X S 157.025 Commercial 81 X D 157.075 161.
GX1280S Page 66 Port Operations 01A 1 156.050 156.050 63A 1 156.175 156.175 05 2 156.250 156.250 65A 156.275 156.275 66A 156.325 156.325 12 3 156.600 156.600 73 156.675 156.675 14 3 156.700 156.700 74 156.725 156.725 77 4 156.875 Intership only . 20A 12 157.
GX1280S Page 67 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 communications.
GX1280S Page 68 12. W ARRANTY Marine Products Limited W arranty ST ANDARD HORIZON (a division of VERTEX ST ANDARD) warrants, to the original purchaser only , each new Marine Communications Product (.
GX1280S Page 69 ZON, appear to be defective or not up to factory specifications. ST ANDARD HORIZON may , at its option, repair or replace parts or subassemblies with new or reconditioned part s and subassemblies. Parts thus repaired or re- placed are warranted for the balance of the original applicable warranty .
GX1280S Page 70 TIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AS TO THE MERCHANT ABILITY OR FIT - NESS FOR A P ARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, EXCEPT AS EXPRESSL Y SET FORTH HEREIN.
GX1280S Page 71 ON-LINE W ARRANTY REGISTRA TION THANK YOU for buying ST ANDARD HORIZON (a division of V ertex S tan- dard) products! We are confident your new radio will serve your needs for many years! Please visit www .standardhorizon.com to register the MA TRIX Marine VHF .
GX1280S Page 72 13 SPECIFICA TIONS Performance specifications are nominal, unless otherwise indicated, and are subject to change without notice. 13.1 GENERAL Channels ............................................ All USA, International and Canadian Input V oltage .
GX1280S Page 73 MEMO.
GX1280S Page 74 Copyright 2003 VERTEX ST ANDARD CO., L TD. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual may be reproduced without the permission of VERTEX ST ANDARD CO., L TD. 0306R-0Y Marine Division of VERTEX STANDARD US Headquarters 10900 Walker S treet, Cypress, CA 90630, U.
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