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Standard Horizon hx380 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 HX380 VHF FM Marine Transceiver Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    11. INSTALLATION OF OPTION ....................39 11.1 FBA-40 ALKALINE BATTERY TRAY ................39 12. SPECIFICATIONS ........................40 12.1 GENERAL ........................40 12.2 TRANSMITTER ....................... 40 12.3 RECEIVER ........................41 FCC AND CANADA RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION ..............42 Page 2 HX380...
  • Page 3 H i g h ( 5 W ) radio. and Low (1W). [  ] / [  ] B  uttons Selects the operat- ing channel. HX380 Page 3...

  • Page 4: Warning! Fcc Rf Exposure Requirements

     SAR compliance for body-worn use was only demonstrated for the specif- ic belt-clip (CLIP-920). Other body-worn accessories or configurations may NOT comply with the FCC RF exposure requirements and should be avoided. Page 4 HX380...
  • Page 5  The CLIP-920 belt-clip must be used in order to comply with the FCC/IC RF exposure requirements.  Always use Standard Horizon authorized accessories.  The information listed above provides the user with the information needed to make him or her aware of RF exposure, and what to do to assure that this radio operates with the FCC RF exposure limits of this radio.

  • Page 6: General Information

    LCD display, EEPROM memory back-up, Battery Life displayed on the LCD, and a transmit Time-Out Timer (TOT). The HX380 transmitter provides a full 5 Watt of transmit power and also is se- lectable to 1 Watt to assist the user in ensuring maximum battery life.

  • Page 7: Accessories

     CAT460 Antenna (Antenna gain: -1.5 dBi, Impedance: 50 ohm)  FNB-V105LI 7.4 V Li-Ion Battery Pack  CD-48 Charger Cradle for HX380  SAD-11B or SAD-18B 120VAC Wall Charger for CD-48  E-DC-19A DC Cable with 12 V Cigarette Lighter Plug ...

  • Page 8: About This Radio

    32 section 9. 3.2 ABOUT THE LMR CHANNELS The HX380 is capable of being programmed with 40 LMR (Land Mobile Ra- dio) channels by a dealer. The frequency range is 134 to 174MHz which may be setup for 25 kHz (wide) or 12.5 kHz (narrow) channel stepping with CTCSS and DCS signaling.

  • Page 9: Calling Another Vessel ( Channel 16 Or 9 )

    Call Sign and the word “out”. Note that it is not necessary to state your Call Sign with each transmission, only at the be- ginning and end of the contact. Remember to return to Channel 16 when not using another channel. HX380 Page 9...

  • Page 10: Operating On Channel 13

    Canada, and International regulations. The mode of operation cannot be altered from simplex to duplex or vice-versa. Simplex (ship to ship) or du- plex (marine operator) mode is automatically activated, depending on the channel and whether the USA, Canadian or International operating band is selected. Page 10 HX380...
  • Page 11 MEMO HX380 Page 11...

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    The design of the HX380 allows water to enter between the radio and the bat- tery pack, however waterproof performance is not compromised. After using the HX380 in salt water environment is recommended to clean the radio with fresh water by rinsing the battery and radio (separately) under a sink facet or by dunking in a fresh water.

  • Page 13: Batteries And Chargers

     Battery packs should be charged only in non-hazardous environments;  Use only STANDARD HORIZON-approved batteries;  Use only a STANDARD HORIZON approved charger. The use of any other charger may cause permanent damage to the battery.  Follow charging instructions provided with the chargers.

  • Page 14: Battery Installation And Removal

    Battery Pack Latch.  To remove the battery, turn the radio off. Slide the Battery Pack Latch on the bottom of the radio, then lift up on the bottom of the battery and remove it from the radio. Page 14 HX380...

  • Page 15: Battery Charging

    NOTE The CD-48 cradle is only designed for the charging of the HX380’s battery, and is not suitable for other purposes. The CD-48 may contribute noise to TV and radio reception in the immediate vicinity, so we do not recommend its use adjacent to such device.

  • Page 16: Controls And Indicators

    VOX Headset, or SSM-55A Ear- piece/Microphone. When this jack is used, the internal speaker and microphone are disabled. 1) Do not allow the HX380 to become submerged in water while the plastic cover over the MIC/SP jack is removed. 2) Do not remove/install the op- tional Speaker Microphone in a hazardous location.
  • Page 17 Press the key momentarily to increase the channel one step. Hold the key down to increase the channel continuously. Secondary use: Used to adjust the squelch threshold level up after the key is pressed. HX380 Page 17...
  • Page 18 When transmitting, position your mouth 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from the small mic hole. Speak slowly and clearly into the microphone. Battery Pack Lock ( Bottom side ) Slide the Battery Pack Lock to the “” position for battery removal. Page 18 HX380...

  • Page 19: Lcd Indicators

    ” icon is shown on the LCD, all keys are disabled except for the PTT ( , and keys. “ ” Indicators This indicator shows when the TX output power is selected to “Low” (1 Watt) power. HX380 Page 19...

  • Page 20: Basic Operation

    THIS IS AN FCC REQUIREMENT! 3. For communications over short distances, press the key to select Low power (1 watt: “ ” icon appears). Note: Transmitting on Low power prolongs battery life. Low power should be selected whenever possible. Page 20 HX380...

  • Page 21: Transmit Time - Out Timer ( Tot )

    2. “U” appears on the LCD for the USA band, “C” appears for the Canadian band, and “I” appears for the International band. 3. Refer to the marine channel charts in section “9 VHF MARINE CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS” for allocated channels. “USA” B “C ” B “I ” B AnAdIAn nternAtIonAl HX380 Page 21...

  • Page 22: Noaa Weather Channels

    (or other bodies of water) to be notified, the NOAA (National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration) broadcasts a 1050 Hz tone which the HX380 can detect and alert you of pending storm warnings. The 1050 Hz tone, when detected, will produce a loud beep in the speaker of the HX380, to signal that a Weather Alert Broadcast is being received.

  • Page 23: Keypad Locking

    6.6 KEYPAD LOCKING In order to prevent accidental channel change, the HX380’s keypad may be locked. 1. Hold down the key to lock the keypad (except the PTT ( , and keys) so that they are not acci- dentally changed. The “...

  • Page 24: Memory Scan

    “ MSCAN ” will be shown in the upper left corner of the display. 3. When the HX380 receives a transmission, it will stop on the channel until the incoming signal disappears, then start scanning again.

  • Page 25: Priority Scan

    5. When the HX380 receives a signal on the Priority channel it will stay on this channel until the incoming signal disappears, then start Priority scanning again.

  • Page 26: Dual Watch

    Mode. Refer to Menu Mode Item “DUAL WATCH MODE” on page 28 for details. Tri-Watch scans Channel 16, 9, and one other channel. When enabled the HX380 will show “ TW 16 / 9 ” in the upper left corner of the display. 1. Press and hold the key for two seconds to activate the TRI-Watch feature.

  • Page 27: Menu ("Set") Mode

    7. MENU (“SET”) MODE The Setup Menu allows a number of the HX380 operating parameters 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.
  • Page 28 The channel shown is the last channel that was received. This is a handy feature if you cannot look at the radio the moment a transmission was received. Page 28 HX380...
  • Page 29 1. Select the channel you wish to change the name before following the steps below. 2. Turn off the HX380 by rotating the VOL knob counter clockwise. 3. Hold down the key, then turn on the transceiver while still holding down key.

  • Page 30: Maintenance

    8. MAINTENANCE 8.1 GENERAL The inherent quality of the solid-state components in STANDARD HORIZON radios will provide many years of continuous use. Take the following precau- tions to prevent damage to the radio.  To prevent corrosion of electrical contacts and keep the water resistance, keep the microphone or the jack connected at all times.

  • Page 31: Factory Service

    Key Lock is on. Turn the Key Lock off. Refer to section 6.6 of this manual. Charging indicator on CD-48  Defective battery FNB- Contact Standard Horizon does not illumininate. V105LI. Product Support at (800)767- 2450. Battery contacts not making contact with the charger cra- dle.

  • Page 32: Vhf Marine Channel Assignments

    “non-commercial” in the Channel Use column of the chart. Some of these are shared with other users and some are used only in certain geo- graphic regions. 6. Marine vessels equipped with VHF radios are required to monitor Channel 16. Page 32 HX380...
  • Page 33 16 157.150 161.750 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 157.150 U.S. Government Only - - - 161.75 CMB Service 157.200 161.800 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 157.250 161.850 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) - - - 161.850 CMB Service HX380 Page 33...
  • Page 34 International: Inter-ship, Port operations and Ship movement US: Port Operations, Canada: Commercial fishing only, 156.725 International: Inter-ship, Port opertions and Ship movement 156.775 Port Operations (Inter-ship only) (1W) 156.825 Port Operations (Inter-ship only) (1W) 156.875 Port Operations (Inter-ship only) (1W) Page 34 HX380...
  • Page 35 157.375 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 157.425 Port operation, ship movement 157.425 Commercial, Inter-ship Only NOTE: Simplex channels, 3A, 21A, 23A, 61A, 64A, 81A, 82A and 83A CANNOT be lawfully used by the general public in U.S.A. waters. HX380 Page 35...

  • Page 36: Warranty

    United States, contact the dealer in your country. STANDARD HORIZON (a division of YAESU U.S.A.) warrants, to the original purchaser only, each new Marine Communications Product (“Product”) manu- factured and/or supplied by STANDARD HORIZON against defects in materi-...
  • Page 37 This warranty only extends to Products sold within the 50 States of the United States of America and the District of Columbia. STANDARD HORIZON will pay all labor to repair the product and replace- ment parts charges incurred in providing the warranty service except where purchaser abuse or other qualifying exceptions exist.

  • Page 38: On-Line Warranty Registration

    Product Support Inquiries If you have any questions or comments regarding the use of the HX380, 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 8:00AM to 5:00PM PST.

  • Page 39: Installation Of Option

    FBA-40 is a battery tray that holds six AA size Alkaline batteries and is used with the HX380 transceiver. When the FBA-40 is installed into the HX380 the radio can withstand immersion in water up to 1.5 m (about 5Ft) for 30 minutes.

  • Page 40: Specifications

    RF Power Output: 5 W / 1 W (@7.4 V ) Modulation Type: Variable Reactance Maximum Deviation: ±5.0 kHz (Wide) / ±2.5 kHz (Narrow) Spurious Emission: –36 dBm (<1 GHz), –30 dBm (>1 GHz) Microphone Impedance: 2 k Page 40 HX380...

  • Page 41: Receiver

    6 kHz / 18 kHz (–6 dB / –60 dB) AF Output (Internal SP): 700 mW @16  for 10 % THD (@7.4 V) AF Output (External SP): 350 mW @8  for 10 % THD (@7.4 V) Measured in accordance with TIA/EIA-603. HX380 Page 41...

  • Page 42: Fcc And Canada Radio License Information

    FCC AND CANADA RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION Standard Horizon radios comply with the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) and Industry-Canada requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service. MARITIME STATION LICENSE An FCC ship station license is no longer required for any vessel traveling in U.S.
  • Page 43 Les types d’antenne non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont strictement interdits pour l’exploitation de l’émetteur. l’établissement d’une communication satisfaisante. HX380 Page 43...
  • Page 44 Copyright 2015 YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual may be 1512U-AO reproduced without the permission of YAESU MUSEN CO., LTD. Printed in Japan YAESU USA *EM039N212* 6125 Phyllis Drive, Cypress, CA 90630...

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