Standard Horizon ECLIPSE DSC+ GX1200E User manual

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GX1200E
ECLIPSE DSC+ GX1200E
25 Watt VHF/FM
Class D DSC Marine Transceiver
Owner's Manual

Affordable ultra compact class D xed mount VHF radio
 Submersible JIS7/IPX7 class (1 m for 30 minutes) front
panel
 Separate dedicated channel 70 receiver for DSC
Programmable soft keys
 GPS position and time shown* on a full dot matrix display
 DSC distress, individual, group, all ships, position request,
position report and DSC test call
 Programmable scan, priority scan, and dual watch
 NMEA in and output connections to a compatible GPS chart
plotter
 Microphone capable of selecting 16 and 9, changing
channels and H/L transmit power
 All USA/International and Canadian marine channels
 Capable of the ATIS Function in the Inland Water Way
 Meets ITU-R M493-13 class D DSC (Digital Selective
Calling)
* When GPS connected
MODEL CODE: AM037N
PARTS NUMBER: EM037N220
SIZE: 210 x 148.5
PRINTING COLOR: BLACK
MATERIAL (COLOR):WOODFREE PAPER (WHITE)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Quick Reference Guide..............................................................................................5
1 GENERAL INFORMATION......................................................................................6
2 PACKING LIST ........................................................................................................6
3 OPTIONS .................................................................................................................6
4 SAFETY / WARNING INFORMATION.....................................................................7
5 GETTING STARTED................................................................................................8
5.1 ABOUT VHF RADIO ........................................................................................8
5.2 SELECTING AN ANTENNA.............................................................................8
5.2.1 COAXIAL CABLE.................................................................................9
5.3 EMERGENCY (CHANNEL 16 USE)..............................................................10
5.4 CALLING ANOTHER VESSEL (CHANNEL 16 OR 9)...................................10
5.5 OPERATING ON CHANNELS 13 AND 67 (USA Channel Group Only) ........11
6 INSTALLATION......................................................................................................12
6.1 LOCATION.....................................................................................................12
6.2 MOUNTING THE RADIO...............................................................................12
6.2.1 Supplied Mounting Bracket................................................................12
6.2.2 Optional MMB-84 Flush Mount Bracket.............................................13
6.3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS .....................................................................14
6.4 ACCESSORY CABLE....................................................................................16
6.5 CHECKING GPS CONNECTIONS................................................................17
6.6 CHANGING THE GPS TIME .........................................................................18
6.7 CHANGING THE TIME LOCATION...............................................................19
6.8 CHANGING THE TIME FORMAT..................................................................19
7 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS............................................................................20
7.1 Front Panel ....................................................................................................20
7.2 Rear Panel.....................................................................................................22
7.3 Microphone ....................................................................................................23
8 BASIC OPERATION ..............................................................................................24
8.1 RECEPTION..................................................................................................24
8.2 TRANSMISSION............................................................................................24
8.3 TRANSMIT TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT)............................................................24
8.4 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE .............................................................25
8.5 INTERNATIONAL, USA, AND CANADA MODE............................................25
8.6 SCANNING....................................................................................................26
8.6.1 Selecting the Scan Type ....................................................................26
8.6.2 Scan Memory Programming ..............................................................27
8.6.3 Memory Scanning (M-SCAN)............................................................27
8.6.4 Priority Scanning (P-SCAN)...............................................................28
8.6.5 Priority Channel Setting .....................................................................28
8.6.6 Dual Watch ........................................................................................29
8.7 PRESET CHANNELS (0 ~ 9)........................................................................29
8.7.1 Preset Channel Programming ...........................................................30
8.7.2 Operation ...........................................................................................30
8.7.3 Deleting a Preset Channel.................................................................31
9 DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING ...........................................................................32
9.1 GENERAL......................................................................................................32
9.2 MARITIME MOBILE SERVICE IDENTITY (MMSI)........................................32
9.2.1 What is an MMSI? .............................................................................32
9.2.2 Programming the MMSI.....................................................................33
9.3 DSC DISTRESS ALERT ................................................................................34
9.3.1 Transmitting a DSC Distress Alert .....................................................34
9.3.2 Receiving a DSC Distress Alert .........................................................38
9.4 ALL SHIPS CALL ...........................................................................................39
9.4.1 Transmitting an All Ships Call ............................................................39

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9.4.2 Receiving an All Ships Call................................................................40
9.5 INDIVIDUAL CALL.........................................................................................41
9.5.1 Setting up the Individual / Position Call Directory ..............................41
9.5.2 Setting up Individual Call Reply .........................................................42
9.5.3 Setting up the Individual Call Acknowledge Message .......................43
9.5.4 Transmitting an Individual Call...........................................................44
9.5.5 Receiving an Individual Call...............................................................46
9.5.6 Setting up the Individual Call Ringer..................................................47
9.6 GROUP CALL................................................................................................49
9.6.1 Setting up a Group Call .....................................................................49
9.6.2 Transmitting a Group Call..................................................................51
9.6.3 Receiving a Group Call......................................................................53
9.6.4 Setting up the Group Call Ringer.......................................................54
9.7 POSITION REQUEST ...................................................................................55
9.7.1 Setting up the Position Reply ............................................................55
9.7.2 Transmitting a Position Request to Another Vessel ...........................56
9.7.3 Receiving a Position Request............................................................59
9.7.4 Setting up the Position Request Ringer.............................................60
9.8 POSITION REPORT......................................................................................61
9.8.1 Transmitting a DSC Position Report Call...........................................61
9.8.2 Receiving a DSC Position Report Call...............................................64
9.8.3 Setting up a Position Report Ringer ..................................................64
9.9 POLLING CALL .............................................................................................65
9.9.1 Transmitting a Polling Call .................................................................65
9.9.2 Receiving a Polling Call .....................................................................67
9.10 DSC TEST CALL .........................................................................................68
9.11 MANUAL INPUTTING OF THE GPS LOCATION (LAT/LON)......................69
9.12 DSC LOG OPERATION...............................................................................70
9.12.1 Reviewing and Resending a Logged Transmitted Call....................70
9.12.2 Reviewing a Logged DSC Distress Call ..........................................71
9.12.3 Reviewing a Logged Other Calls .....................................................71
9.12.4 Deleting a Call from the “DSC LOG” Directory ................................72
10 SETUP MENU ......................................................................................................73
10.1 GENERAL SETUP.......................................................................................73
10.1.1 Lamp Adjusting ................................................................................73
10.1.2 LCD Contrast ...................................................................................73
10.1.3 Time Offset ......................................................................................74
10.1.4 Time Display ....................................................................................75
10.1.5 Time Format.....................................................................................75
10.1.6 Key Beep (ON/OFF) ........................................................................76
10.1.7 Soft Keys .........................................................................................76
10.2 CHANNEL FUNCTION SETUP ...................................................................79
10.2.1 Channel Group (USA, Canada or International Band Selection).....79
10.2.2 Scan Memory...................................................................................79
10.2.3 Scan Type........................................................................................80
10.2.4 Scan Resume ..................................................................................80
10.2.5 Priority Channel ...............................................................................81
10.3 DSC SETUP ................................................................................................82
10.3.1 Individual Directory ..........................................................................87
10.3.2 Individual Reply ...............................................................................87
10.3.3 Individual Acknowledgement ...........................................................87
10.3.4 Individual Ringer ..............................................................................87
10.3.5 Group Directory ...............................................................................88
10.3.6 Position Reply..................................................................................88
10.3.7 DSC Beep........................................................................................88

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10.3.8 Auto Channel Switching Time..........................................................84
10.3.9 No Action during Menu Operation....................................................85
10.3.10 No Action during DSC Operation...................................................85
10.3.11 No Action during Distress Operation..............................................86
11 MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................87
11.1 REPLACEMENT PARTS..............................................................................87
11.2 FACTORY SERVICE....................................................................................87
12 MAINTENANCE...................................................................................................89
12.1 REPLACEMENT PARTS .............................................................................89
12.2 FACTORY SERVICE ...................................................................................89
12.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART ...................................................................90
13 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS.................................................................................91
14 SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................94
14.1 GENERAL....................................................................................................94
14.2 TRANSMITTER ...........................................................................................94
14.3 RECEIVER ..................................................................................................95
14.4 GX1200E DIMENSIONS .............................................................................96

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Quick RefeRence Guide
DISTRESS
PULL OPEN
DECLIPSE SC
PTT SwiTch
Speak into the
microphone in a
normal voice level
while pressing this
switch.
channel SelecT
KeyS
Selects the operating
channel.
h/l Key
When pressed,
toggles the transmit
power between High
(25W) and Low (1W).
SQl Knob
Adjust this
control clockwise
to squelch or
counter clockwise
un-squelch the
radio.
16/9 Key
Press to recall
channel 16.
 Press and hold to
recall channel 9.
 Press again to
revert to the last
selected channel.
call / MenU
Key
Press to access
the “DSC MENU”.
 Press and hold to
access the setup
menus.
channel SelecT KeyS
Selects the operating channel.
Mic hole
Be sure your mouth
is about 1.3 cm from
the mic hole for best
performance.
Power SwiTch / Vol Knob
Turn the transceiver on and off, and
adjust the audio level.

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1 GENERAL INFORMATION
The GX1200E ECLIPSE DSC+ is a marine VHF transceiver designed for
use in the frequency range of 156.025 to 163.275 MHz. The GX1200E can
be operated from 11 to 16 VDC and has a switchable RF output power of 1
watt or 25 watts.
The GX1200E is capable of DSC (Digital Selective Calling) Class D
(independent Channel 70 receiver) operation which allows continuous receiv-
ing of Digital Selective Calling functions on channel 70 even if the radio is
receiving a call.
The GX1200E operates on all currently-allocated marine channels which are
switchable for use with either International, USA, or Canadian regulations. It
has an emergency channel 16 which can be immediately selected from any
channel by pressing the red key.
Other features of the transceiver include: scanning, priority scanning, high
and low voltage warning, and GPS repeatability.
2 PACKING LIST
When the package containing the transceiver is rst opened, please check it
for the following contents:
GX1200E Transceiver
 Mounting Bracket, two Mounting Knobs, and hardware
 Power Cord with 6 Amp fuse and holder
 Owner’s Manual
 Warranty Card
3 OPTIONS
MMB-84 ..........................................................................Flush-Mount Bracket
MLS-310 ...............................................................Amplied External Speaker
MLS-300 .......................................................................External Loudspeaker
HC1100 .......................................................................................... Dust Cover

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4 SAFETY / WARNING INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read this manual carefully to become familiar with the features
of this transceiver before using it for the rst time.
The installation of this equipment should be made in such a manner as
to respect the EC recommended electromagnetic field exposure limits
(1999/519/EC).
The maximum RF power available from this device is 25 W. The antenna
should be mounted as high as possible for maximum efficiency and that
this installation height should be at least 5 meters above ground (or acces-
sible) level. In the case that an antenna can not be installed at a reasonable
height, then the transmitter should neither be continuously operated for long
periods if any person is within 5 metres of the antenna, nor operated at all if
any person is touching the antenna. non compliance with these recommen-
dations and transmitting for more than 50% of the total radio use time (50
% duty cycle) may cause RF complaince exposure requirements to be be
exceeded.
In all cases any possible risk depends on the transmitter being activated for
long periods (actual recommendation limits are specied as an average of
6 minutes). Normally the transmitter is not active for long periods of time.
Some radio licenses will require that a timer circuit automatically cuts the
transmitter after 1 - 2 minutes.
Do not transmit without an antenna connected to the radio. When transmit-
ting speak into the microphone holding it between 1.5 cm and 5 cm from
your mouth.
The radio must be used with a maximum operating duty cycle not exceeding
10 % in normal PTT congurations. Do not transmit for more than 10 % of
the total radio use time (1:9 duty cycle).
The rear case of the radio can become hot when the radio is used on trans-
mit for long periods that exceed the Duty Cycle as stated above. In order to
protect the user from the risk of burning if touched in these circumstances,
the rear case enclosure must be tted and permanently attached to the radio
using the xing screws provided whenever the unit is installed in a position
where it is possible during normal usage to touch the rear of the radio.

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5 GETTING STARTED
5.1 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
marine VHF band provides communications over distances that are essen-
tially “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 xed mount 25 W radio transmission expected distances can be greater
than 25 km, for a portable 5 W radio transmission the expected distance can
be greater than 8 km in “line of sight”.
5.2 SELECTING AN ANTENNA
Marine antennas are made to radiate signals equally in all horizontal direc-
tions, 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 1 m, 3 dB gain antenna represents
twice as much gain over the imaginary antenna.
Typically a 1 m 3 dB gain stainless steel whip is used on a sailboat mast.
The longer 2.5 m 6 dB berglass whip is primarily used on power boats that
require the additional gain.
3dB
6dB
9dB

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5.2.1 Coaxial Cable
VHF antennas are connected to the transceiver by means of a coaxial cable
– a shielded transmission line. Coaxial cable is specied by it’s diameter and
construction.
For runs less than 6 m, RG-58/U (about 6 mm in diameter), is a good choice.
For runs over 6 m but less than 15 m, the larger RG-8X or RG-213/U should
be used. For cable runs over 15 m RG-8X should be used. For installation of
the connector onto the coaxial cable refer to the gure below.
To get your coax cable through a tting 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 are supplied with the connector.
Be sure to make good soldered connections.

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5.3 EMERGENCY (CHANNEL 16 USE)
Channel 16 is known as the Hail and Distress Channel. An emergency is
dened 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 microphone 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
magnetic bearing (state which) to a well-known landmark such as a
navigation aid or geographic feature such as an island or harbour entry.
4. Explain the nature of your distress (sinking, collision, aground, re, heart
attack, life-threatening injury, etc.).
5. State the kind of assistance you 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
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
response, try another channel.
NOTE
The GX1200E have DSC Distress calling, that can transmit a distress
call digitally to all ships with compatible DSC radios. Refer to section “9
DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING”.
5.4 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 European, 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 intervals. In areas of heavy radio traffic, congestion
on channel 16 resulting from its use as a hailing channel can be reduced
signicantly in U.S. waters by using channel 9 as the initial contact (hailing)
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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
contact. For example, Channels 68 and 69 are some of the channels avail-
able to non-commercial (recreational) boaters. Monitor your desired channel
in advance to make sure you will not be interrupting other trafc, 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, immediately request another channel by saying “go to,” the number of
the other channel, 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 beginning 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.
5.5 OPERATING ON CHANNELS 13 AND 67
(USA Channel Group Only)
Channel 13 is used at docks, bridges and by vessels manoeuvring in port.
Messages on this channel must concern navigation only, such as meeting
and passing in restricted waters.
Channel 67 is used for navigational trafc 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 23 ( key) for means to temporarily
override the low-power limit on these two channels.

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6 INSTALLATION
6.1 LOCATION
The radio can be mounted at any angle. Choose a mounting location that:
• keeps the radio and microphone at least 1 m away from your vessel’s
magnetic navigation compass
• 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 1 m from radio
Note: To insure the radio does not affect the compass, or that the radios
performance is not affected by the antenna location, temporarily connect the
radio in the desired 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.
6.2 MOUNTING THE RADIO
6.2.1 Supplied Mounting Bracket
The supplied mounting bracket allows overhead or desktop mounting.
Use a 5.2 mm bit to drill the holes to a surface which is more 10 mm thick
and can support more than 1.5 kg. Secure the bracket with the supplied
screws, spring washers, at washers, and nuts.
Desktop Mounting Overhead Mounting

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6.2.2 Optional MMB-84 Flush Mount Bracket
1. To assist in flush mounting, a template has been included. Use this
template to assess the mounting location.
2. Use the template to mark the location where the rectangular hole is to
be cut. Conrm the space behind the dash or panel is deep enough to
accommodate the transceiver (at least 17 cm deep).
There should be at least 1.3 cm 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.
5. Turn the adjusting screw to adjust the tension so that the transceiver is
tight against the mounting surface.
MMB-84 Flush Mount Installation
Bracket
Adjusting Screw
Lock-washer nut combination

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6.3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
CAUTION
Connect the power cord and antenna to the radio. Antenna and Power
Supply connections are as follows (see Figure 1):
1. Mount the antenna at least 1 m away from the radio. At the rear of the
radio, connect the antenna cable.
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 next
section 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.
Figure 1. General Installation
Reverse polarity connections will damage the radio!
GPS
Char
t 150
GPS Navigation Receiver
Accessory Cable
Optional Speaker
Antenna
Fuse
Red
Power Source
Black
Water proof
Deck Outlet
DISTRESS
PULLOPEN
DECLIPSE SC

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Ferrite Core Installation
To suppress RF interference
that can cause abnormalopera-
tion of the transceiver, attach the
supplied ferritecore to the both
External Speaker Connection
Cable and GPS Connection Cable
together, then snap its two halves-
together, per the illustration below.
Attach the ferrite core as close as
possible to thetransceiver body, as shown. Finally, wind some plastic tape
around the ferrite core, toprevent vibration from causing the two halves to
split apart.
Fuse Replacement
To take out the Fuse from the Fuse Holder,
hold both ends of the Fuse Holder and pull
the Fuse Holder apart, do not bend the Fuse
Holder. When you replace the Fuse, please
confirm that the Fuse is tightly fixed on the
metal contact located inside the Fuse Holder.
If the metal contact holding the fuse is loose,
the Fuse holder may heat up.
As close as possible
Snap together
Ferrite Core
DC Power Cable (RED)
DC Power Cable (Black)
GPS Connection
Cable
External Speaker
Connection Cable

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6.4 ACCESSORY CABLE
When connecting the external speaker or GPS navigation receiver, strip off
about 2.5 cm of the specied wire’s insulation, then splice the ends together
using proper waterproong techniques.
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
BLUE - NMEA GPS Input (+)Connect to NMEA (+)output of GPS
GREEN - NMEA GPS Input (–)

Connect to NMEA (–) output or common ground of GPS
GRAY - NMEA DSC Output (+)Connect to NMEA (+) input of GPS
BROWN - NMEA GPS Output (–)

Connect to NMEA (–) input of GPS
: Some GPS chart plotters have a single wire for NMEA signal ground.
In such a case connect the NMEA input (–) to the GPS chart plotter's
single NMEA signal ground wire, and leave the NMEA output (–) open.
In case the assignment of power supply and ground of a GPS chart
plotter to be used is different from that of the radio, connect the signal
ground wire of the GPS chart plotter to the ground terminal (GND) on the
rear panel of the radio.
• 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.
• GX1200E 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
GPS Receiver/Plotter
External Speaker
Shield
White
Green: NMEA GPS Input ( )
Gray: NMEA DSC Output ( )
NMEA OUT ( )
NMEA IN ( )
NMEA OUT ( )
NMEA IN ( )
Blue: NMEA GPS Input ( )
Brown: NMEA DSC Output ( )
DISTRESS
PULL OPEN
DECLIPSE SC

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6.5 CHECKING GPS CONNECTIONS
After connections have been made between the
GX1200E and the GPS, a small satellite icon will
appear on the top right corner of the display, and
displays your current location (Latitude/Longitude)
on the display
NOTE
• If there is a problem with the NMEA input from a GPS, the satellite
icon will blink continuously until the connection is corrected.
• If a GPS with NMEA output is not connected to the radio, the
GX1200E will beep 10 minutes after the radio is turned on. After
that the GX1200E will beep every 4 hours alerting to connect a
GPS.

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6.6 CHANGING THE GPS TIME
From the factory the GX1200E displays GPS satellite time or UTC time. A
time offset is needed to show the local time in your area.
1. Press and hold the key until “SETUP
MENU” appears.
-SETUP MENU-
GENERAL SETUP
CH FUNC SETUP
DSC SETUP
-GENERAL SETUP-
DIMMER
CONTRAST
TIME OFFSET
-TIME OFFSET-
+01:00
+00:30
00:00
2. Select “GENERAL SETUP” with the /
keys, then press the soft key.
3. Select “TIME OFFSET” with the /
keys, then press the soft key.
4. Press the / keys to select time offset
from UTC. See illustration below to nd your
offset time from UTC. If “00:00” is assigned,
the time is the same as UTC (Universal Time
Coordinated or GMT Greenwich Mean Time).
5. Press the soft key to store the time
offset.
6. Press the key or press the soft
key twice to exit the menu and return to radio
operation mode.
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6.7 CHANGING THE TIME LOCATION
This menu item allows you to choose to show UTC or the local time which is
selected in Section 6.6.
1. Press and hold the key until “SETUP
MENU” appears.
-SETUP MENU-
GENERAL SETUP
CH FUNC SETUP
DSC SETUP
-GENERAL SETUP-
CONTRAST
TIME OFFSET
TIME DISPLAY
-TIME DISPLAY-
UTC
LOCAL
2. Select “GENERAL SETUP” with the /
keys, then press the soft key.
3. Select “TIME DISPLAY” with the /
keys, then press the soft key.
4. Press the / to select “UTC” or “LOCAL”.
5. Press the soft key to store the
selected setting.
6. Press the key or press the soft
key twice to exit the menu and return to radio
operation mode.
6.8 CHANGING THE TIME FORMAT
This menu item allows you to choose to show time in 12-hour or 24-hour
format.
1. Press and hold the key until “SETUP
MENU” appears.
-SETUP MENU-
GENERAL SETUP
CH FUNC SETUP
DSC SETUP
-GENERAL SETUP-
TIME OFFSET
TIME DISPLAY
TIME FORMAT
-TIME FORMAT-
12H
24H
2. Select “GENERAL SETUP” with the /
keys, then press the soft key.
3. Select “TIME FORMAT” with the /
keys, then press the soft key.
4. Press the / to select “12H” or “24H”.
5. Press the soft key to store the select-
ed setting.
6. Press the key or press the soft
key twice to exit the menu and return to radio
operation mode.
(“UTC” mode) (“LOCAL” mode)
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7 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
7.1 Front Panel
qPower Switch / Volume Control Knob (VOL)
Turns the transceiver on and off as well as adjusts the audio volume.
Turn this knob clockwise to turn the radio on and to increase the speaker
audio volume level.
Turn fully counter-clockwise to turn the radio off.
wSquelch Control Knob (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
will. This point is called the squelch threshold. Further adjustment of the
squelch control will degrade reception of wanted transmissions.
eSoft Keys
The 3 programmable soft keys can be customized by the setup menu
mode (see the section “10.1.7 SOFT KEYS”). When one of the soft
keys is pressed briey, the functions will appear above each key on the
display.
The factory defaults are Key 1: , Key 2: , Key 3:
and Key 4:
PRESET
function.
Appropriate functions are automatically assigned to these keys during
the setup menu and the DSC operations.
DISTRESS
PULL OPEN
DECLIPSE SC
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