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Manual Vertex Standard HX270E

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  • Vertex Standard HX270E - page 1

    H X 2 7 0 E HX270E VHF/FM Marine Handheld T ransceiver Owner's Manual ...

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    T ABLE OF CONTENTS 1. GENERAL INFORMA TION ........ 2 2. ACCESSORIES .......................... 3 2.1 P ACKING LIST ................................... 3 2.2 OPTIONS ............................................ 3 3. BA TTER Y ................................... 4 3.1 BA TTER Y CHARGING ....................... 4 3.2 BA TTERY REMOV AL/ INST ALLA TION ...

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    HX270E Page 1 Congratulations on your purchase of the HX270E ! Whether this is your first portable marine VHF transceiver , or if you have other ST ANDARD HORIZON equipment, the ST ANDARD HORIZON organization is committed to ensur- ing your enjoyment of this high-performance transceiver , which should pro- vide you with many years of satisfying com ...

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    HX270E Page 2 1. GENERAL INFORMA TION 1.1 INTRODUCTION The HX270E is a submersible, miniature 5-Watt portable two-way VHF ma- rine transceiver . The transceiver has all allocated USA, international, or Canadian channels. It has an emergency channel 16 which can be immedi- ately selected from any channel by pressing the 16/9 key . The transceiver in ...

  • Vertex Standard HX270E - page 5

    HX270E Page 3 2. ACCESSORIES 2.1 P ACKING LIST When the package containing the transceiver is first opened, please check it for the following contents: • HX270E Transceiver • FNB-83 7.2 V , 1400 mAh Ni-MH Battery Pack • NC-88C/U 230 V AC Overnight Charger • CD-26 Charger Cradle • FBA-25A Alkaline Battery Case • CA T460 Antenna • E-DC- ...

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    HX270E Page 4 3. BA TTERY The FNB-83 is a high performance rechargeable battery providing high ca- pacity in a comp act package. 3.1 BA TTERY CHARGING If the radio has never been used, or its charge is depleted, it may be charged by connecting the NC-88 battery charger (see figure 2 on page 5). If 12V DC power is available, the optional E-DC-6 or t ...

  • Vertex Standard HX270E - page 7

    HX270E Page 5 3.3 USING THE NC-88 BA TTERY CHARGER 1. Install the supplied FNB-83 battery pack on the rear of the HX270E . Ensure that the transceiver is switched off. 2. Plug the NC-88 Overnight Charger into the AC line outlet, then insert the cable plug into the jack located on the side panel of the CD-26 Charger Cradle. 3. Insert the transceiver ...

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    HX270E Page 6 3.5 BA TTERY SAFETY Battery packs for your transceiver contain Ni-MH batteries. This type of bat- tery stores a charge powerful enough to be dangerous if misused or abused, especially when removed from the transceiver . Please observe the follow- ing precautions: DO NOT SHORT BA TTER Y P ACK TERMINALS Shorting the terminals that power ...

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    HX270E Page 7 HX2 70E VOL Figure 3 Controls and Connectors 4. CONTROLS AND INDICA TORS NOTE This section defines each control of the transceiver . For detailed oper- ating instructions, refer to section 5 of this manual. Refer to Figure 3 for the location of the following controls, indicators, and connections. ...

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    HX270E Page 8 4.1 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS Antenna Connector The supplied CA T460 flexible antenna is attached here. POWER SWITCH/VOLUME CONTROL T urns the transceiver on and off, and adjusts the volume. PUSH-TO-T ALK ( PTT ) SWITCH Activates transmission. SQUELCH ( SQL ) SWITCH Sets the point at which random noise on the channel does not activate ...

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    HX270E Page 9 DW KEY Press the DW key , scan for voice communications on the priority chan- nel and another selected channel until a signal is received on either channel (Dual W atch). Refer to section “5.8 DUAL W A TCH” for details. H/L KEY T oggles the transmitter power level between High (5 Watt s), Medium (2.5 Watt s), and Low (1 Watt) of o ...

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    HX270E Page 10 4.2 INDICA TORS Figure 4 Indicators Channel Display The operating channel is shown on the LCD in both the transmission and reception modes. A Indicator Signifies ship-to-ship channels in USA or Canadian mode (whose counter- part in the International mode is a public correspondence (marine operator) channel). USA/INTL/CAN Indicator De ...

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    HX270E Page 11 MEM Indicator The channel is in the transceiver ’s “Scan Memory .” Battery Indicator When the battery charge is almost depleted, a “ ” icon will appear on the display . When this icon appears, it is recommended that you charge the battery soon. No Icon Enough battery power Lower battery power Nearing depletion (Blinking) Pr ...

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    HX270E Page 12 HX270E × Installing the Quick Draw Belt Clip 1. Connect the hanger to the rear of the HX270E , with the notch point- ing directly up, using the supplied screw ( Figure 6-a ). Use only the screw included with the clip to mount the clip to the back of the transceiver! 2. Clip the Quick Draw Belt Clip to your belt ( Figure 6-b ). 3. T ...

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    HX270E Page 13 5.2 RECEPTION 1. Turn the POWER/VOLUME CONTROL knob clockwise to turn the trans- ceiver on. 2. Press the SQL key , then press the [ T ] key until the SQL level is 00 . 3. Turn up the POWER/VOLUME CONTROL knob until the noise or audio from the speaker is at a comfort- able level. 4. Select a channel that has no signal being received ( ...

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    HX270E Page 14 5.3 TRANSMISSION NOTE Never key the transceiver without an antenna connected, as this may cause damage to the transceiver . 1. Perform steps 1 through 7 of the RECEPTION discussion above. 2. Before transmitting, monitor the channel and make sure it is clear . 3. For communications over short distances, press the H/L key until “ ” ...

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    HX270E Page 15 5.5 USA, CANADIAN, AND INTERNA TIONAL BANDS 1. T o change the operating band (channel set) of the transceiver , hold down the 16/9 key and press the DW key . The band will change from USA, to International, and to Canadian with each press. 2. “ USA ” appears on the LCD for the USA band, “ INTL ” appears for the International ...

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    HX270E Page 16 5.7 PROGRAMMABLE PRIORITY SCAN The priority scanning feature allows the radio to scan while also keeping watch on a particularly important “priority channel.” The following channels can be set as the priority channel: 16, 09, and Preset Channels 1 through 8 (Preset Channels are described in section 5.13). 1. T o set the priority ...

  • Vertex Standard HX270E - page 19

    HX270E Page 17 5.9 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 proce- dure: 1. Press the PTT (push-to-talk) switch and say “ Mayday , Mayday , May- day . ...

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    HX270E Page 18 Prior to making contact with another vessel, refer to the channel chart s in this manual, and select an appropriate channel for communications after initial contact. For example, Channels 68 and 69 of the U.S. VHF Charts are some of the channels available to non-commercial (recreational) boaters. Monitor your desired channel in advan ...

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    HX270E Page 19 5.13 PRESET CHANNELS (1 ~ 8): INST ANT ACCESS Eight user-assigned channels can be programmed for instant access. 5.13.1 Programming 1. Hold down the PRESET key , and press the [ S ] or [ T ] key (repeatedly , if necessary) until the desired channel number (from among the regular operating channels) is displayed. 2. With the desired c ...

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    HX270E Page 20 5.15 SETUP MODE The HX270E ’s Setup Mode allows a number of the HX270E operating pa- rameters to be custom-configured for your operating requirements. The Setup Mode is easy to activate and set, using the following procedure: 1. T urn the radio off. 2. Hold down the SQL key , then turn on the transceiver while still holding down th ...

  • Vertex Standard HX270E - page 23

    HX270E Page 21 Key Continuous Off Normal S pecial 5.15.1 bEP (K EY B EEP ) Function : Enable/Disable the Keypad beeper . A vailable V alues : ON/OFF Default : ON 5.15.2 dUL ( DW D ISPLA Y ) Function : Selects the Dual W atch scanning display mode. A vailable V alues : nor (Normal)/SPL (S pecial) Default : SPL (Special) When “S pecial” is select ...

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    HX270E Page 22 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART 6. MAINTENANCE The inherent quality of the solid-state components in ST ANDARD HORIZON radios will provide many years of continuous use. T ake the following precau- tions to prevent damage to the radio.  Keep the microphone connected or the jack covered at all times to pre- vent corrosion of electrical contac ...

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    HX270E Page 23 MEMO ...

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    HX270E Page 24 VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART CH TX RX Remarks 01 156.050 160.650 Duplex 02 156.100 160.700 Duplex 03 156.150 160.750 Duplex 04 156.200 160.800 Duplex 05 156.250 160.850 Duplex 06 156.300 Simplex 07 156.350 160.950 Duplex 08 156.400 Simplex 09 156.450 Simplex 10 156.500 Simplex 1 1 156.550 Simplex 12 156.600 Simplex 13 156.650 Simplex 14 ...

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    HX270E Page 25 The following channels may be fitted to your radio. These are only licensed for use in the countries indicated. No attempt should be made to use them in any other country . Designation Tx Rx Country M 157.850 157.850 UK M2 161.425 161.425 UK 31 157.550 161.150 Holland/Belgium 96 162.425 162.425 Belgium L1/1L 155.500 155.500 Scandinav ...

  • Vertex Standard HX270E - page 28

    HX270E Page 26 8. SPECIFICA TIONS 8.1 General Frequency range : 156 MHz - 163.275 MHz (Marine Band) Channel S teps: 25 kHz Frequency stability : ± 5 ppm (–30 °C to +60 °C) Emission type : 16K0G3E Antenna impedance : 50 Ohms Supply voltage : 7.2 VDC Current consumption : 200 mA (Receive) 40 mA (S tandby , Saver Off) TX: 1.4 A (H)/0.9 A (M)/0.5 ...

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    HX270E Page 27 MEMO ...

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    Copyright 2005 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. Printed in Japan VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD. 4-8-8 Nakameguro, Meguro-Ku, Tokyo 153-8644, Japan VERTEX STANDARD US Headquarters 10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A. YAESU EUROPE B. ...

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