Standard Horizon MATRIX GX1280S User manual

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MATRIX GX1280S
25 Watt VHF/FM
Marine Transceiver
Owner's Manual
lSubmersible
lDSC distress call automatically broadcasts lat/long and vessel ID]
lMARITEL DSC telephone capability
lDSC position request function and NMEA data input/output
lLatitude/Longitude and SOG/COG display]
lChannel name capability
lVersatile user-programmable Scanning, Priority Scan and Dual Watch
lNOAA Weather Alert
lOne-button access to Channel 16 and 9
lAccess to all US, Canadian and International channels
lBig, back-lit display and keys
]with GPS attached

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SAFETY / WARNING INFORMATION
This radio is restricted to occupational use, work related operations only
where the radio operator must have the knowledge to control the exposure
conditions of its passengers and bystanders by maintaining the minimum
separation distance of 0.6 m (2 feet).
Failure to observe these restrictions will result in exceeding the FCC RF
exposure limits.
Antenna Installation:
The antenna must be located at least 0.6 m (2 feet) away from passengers
in order to comply with the FCC RF exposure requirements.
For roof top installation, the antenna must be placed in the center of the
roof.
ON-LINE WARRANTY REGISTRATION
Please visit www.standardhorizon.com to register the MATRIX Marine
VHF. It should be noted that visiting the Web site from time to time may
be beneficial to you, as new products are released they will appear on
the STANDARD HORIZON Web site.
PRODUCT SUPPORT INQUIRIES
If you have any questions or comments regarding the use of the MA-
TRIX, you can visit the STANDARD HORIZON Web site to send an E-
Mail or contact the Product Support team at 800-767-2450 M-F 7:00-
5:00PST.

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FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION
Standard Horizon radios comply with the Federal Communication Commis-
sion (FCC) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service.
STATION LICENSE
An FCC ship station license is no longer required for any vessel traveling in
U.S. waters which is under 20 meters in length. However, any vessel re-
quired to carry a marine radio on an international voyage, carrying a HF
single side band radiotelephone or marine satellite terminal is required to
have a ship station license. FCC license forms, including applications for
ship (506) and land station licenses can be downloaded via the Internet at
www.fcc.gov/forms. To obtain a form from the FCC, call [phone].
RADIO CALL SIGN
Currently the FCC does not require recreational boaters to have a Ship Radio
Station License. The USCG recommends the boats registration number and
the state to be used.
CANADIAN SHIP STATION LICENSING
You may need a license when traveling in Canada.. If you do need a license
contact their nearest field office or regional office or write:
Industry Canada
Radio Regulatory Branch
Attn: DOSP
300 Slater Street
Ottawa, Ontario
Canada, KIA 0C8

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FCC NOTICE
NOTICE
Unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void com-
pliance with FCC Rules. Any change or modification must be approved
in writing by STANDARD HORIZON.
NOTICE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be de-
termined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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1 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
The STANDARD HORIZON MATRIX is a VHF/FM transceiver designed for
use in the frequency range of 156.025 to 163.275 MHz. The MATRIX re-
quires 13.8V for operation and has a switchable RF output power of 1 watt
or 25 watts.
The MATRIX is capable of RTCM SC101 DSC (Digital Selective Calling)
operation and intercom operation with the use of an optional RAM mic
(CMP25 remote-control speaker/microphone with display).
The MATRIX operates on all currently-allocated marine channels which are
switchable for use with either USA, International, or Canadian regulations.
It has an emergency channel 16 which can be immediately selected from
any channel by pressing the red [16/9]key. NOAA Weather channels can
also be accessed immediately by pressing the [WX]key with channel selec-
tion.
Other features of the transceiver include: scanning, priority scanning, sub-
mersible speaker mic, high and low voltage warning, and GPS repeatability.
1.2 FCC / INDUSTRY CANADA INFORMATION
The following data pertaining to the transceiver is necessary to fill out the
license application.
Type Acceptance ........................................................................ FCC Part 80
Output Power ............................................. 1 Watt (low) and 25 Watts (high)
Emission........................................................................ 16K0G3E, 16K0G2B
Frequency Range ................................................... 156.025 to 163.275 MHz
FCC Type Number.................................................................... K66GX1280S
Industry Canada Type Approval.........................................511B-GX1280S V

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2 ACCESSORIES
2.1 PACKING LIST
When the package containing the transceiver is first opened, please check
it for the following contents:
ŸGX1280S MATRIX Transceiver (White/Black)
ŸMounting Bracket and attaching hardware
ŸOwner’s Manual
ŸQuick-Reference Card
ŸPower Cord
ŸDust Cover
2.2 OPTIONS
MMB-84 ......................................................................... Flush-Mount Bracket
CMP25B/W ..............Remote-Access Microphone (RAM Mic, Black/White)
CT-100................................................ 10-foot Extension Cable for RAM Mic
CVS2500 ...............................................................................Voice Scrambler
101S ..........................................................................Mini Extension Speaker
201S .......................................................................White Extension Speaker
201SZ ............................................... White Flush Mount Extension Speaker
201SBK .................................................................. Black Extension Speaker
201SBKZ ...........................................Black Flush Mount Extension Speaker

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3 INSTALLATION
3.1 LOCATION
The radio can be mounted at any angle. Choose a mounting location that:
•is far enough from any compass to avoid any deviation in compass
reading due to the speaker magnet
•provides accessibility to the front panel controls
•allows connection to a power source and an antenna
•has nearby space for installation of a microphone hanger
•the antenna must be mounted at least 3 feet from radio
3.2 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
CAUTION
Reverse polarity connections will damage the radio!
Connect the power cord and antenna to the radio. Antenna and Power Sup-
ply connections are as follows (see Figure 1):
1. Mount the antenna at least 3 feet away from the radio. At the rear of the
radio, connect the antenna cable. It must have a PL259 connector. RG-
8/U coaxial cable must be used if the antenna is 25 feet or more from the
radio. RG58 cable can be used for distances less than 25 feet.
2. Connect the red power wire to a 13.8 VDC ±20% power source. Connect
the black power wire to a negative ground.
3. If an optional remote extension speaker is to be used, refer to section
3.3 for connections.
4. It is advisable to have a Certified Marine Technician check the power
output and the standing wave ratio of the antenna after installation.
Figure 1. General Installation
GPS Navigation Receiver
Accessory Cable
Optional Speaker
Antenna
Fuse
Red
Power Source
Black
Water proof
Deck Outlet

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3.3 ACCESSORY CABLE
White: External speaker (+)
Shield: External speaker (–)
Blue: NMEA IN (+) from GPS navigation receiver
Green: NMEA IN (–) from GPS navigation receiver
Gray: NMEA OUT (+) to GPS navigation receiver
Grown: Test port (for the Service Technician)
When connecting the external speaker or GPS navigation receiver, strip off
about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of the specified wire’s insulation.
External Speaker
Green
Blue
Shield
White
Brown
Green
16/9
WX
SCAN
H/L CALL
SET SQL
VOL/PWR
DISTRESS
ICMEM
U.I.C
MENU
PULLOPEN
NAV
DW
MATRIX
Wire Color/Description
WHITE - External Speaker (+)
SHILED - External Speaker (–)
GREEN - NMEA Ground
BLUE- NMEA Input (+)
Connection Examples
Connect to external 4 Ohm audio speaker
Connect to external 4 Ohm audio speaker
Connect to NMEA (–) connection of GPS
Connect to NMEA (+)output of GPS