STANDARD HORIZON HX380 (02) PDF MANUAL

This transceiver is equipped with the E2O (Easy-To-Operate) system. You can perform basic operations in the following way:

1. Power/Volume: Rotate the [PWR/VOL] knob clockwise to turn on the radio and adjust the audio level.

2. Channel Selection: Use the [▲]/[▼] Buttons to select the operating channel.

3. Squelch: Press the [SQL] button first, then press the [▲] key to squelch (reduce background noise) or press the [▼] key to un-squelch the radio.

4. Transmit Power: Press the [H/L] Button to toggle the transmit power between High (5W) and Low (1W).

5. Transmit (PTT): Speak into the microphone in a normal voice level while pressing the [PTT] switch. When transmitting, position your mouth 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from the small mic hole. Speak slowly and clearly.

6. Quick Channel Access (16/9):

• Press the [16/9] Button to recall channel 16.

• Press and hold the [16/9] Button to recall channel 9.

This radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode and is designed for and classified as Occupational Use Only. To ensure your exposure to RF electromagnetic energy is within the FCC allowable limits for occupational use, always adhere to the following guidelines:

• This radio is NOT approved for use by the general population in an uncontrolled exposure environment. It is restricted to occupational use where the operator must have the knowledge to control their RF exposure conditions.

• When transmitting, hold the radio in a vertical position with its microphone 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from your mouth and keep the antenna at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from your head and body.

• The radio must be used with a maximum operating duty cycle not exceeding 50% in typical Push-to-Talk configurations. DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (50% duty cycle). Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded.

• SAR compliance for body-worn use was only demonstrated for the specific belt-clip (CLIP-920). Other body-worn accessories or configurations may NOT comply with the FCC RF exposure requirements and should be avoided.

• The CLIP-920 belt-clip must be used to comply with the FCC/IC RF exposure requirements.

• Always use Standard Horizon authorized accessories.

• During transmissions, this radio generates RF energy that can possibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so.

• Do not operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such as hospitals, health care facilities, aircraft, and blasting sites.

When the package containing the transceiver is first opened, please check it for the following contents:

• HX380 Transceiver

• CAT460 Antenna (Antenna gain: -1.5 dBi, Impedance: 50 ohm)

• SBR-41LI 7.4 V Li-Ion Battery Pack

• CD-48 Charger Cradle for HX380

• SAD-25 Wall Charger for CD-48

• E-DC-19A DC Cable with 12 V Cigarette Lighter Plug

• Belt Clip

• Owner’s Manual

Channel 16 is the Hail and Distress Channel. An emergency is 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. Press the PTT (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 to a well-known landmark such as a navigation aid or geographic feature.

4. Explain the nature of your distress (sinking, collision, aground, fire, 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 the 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 PTT switch and listen.

10. If there is no answer, repeat the above procedure. If there is still no response, try another channel.

Channel 16 or 9 may be used for initial contact (hailing) with another vessel. 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.

1. Monitor your desired channel in advance to make sure you will not be interrupting other traffic.

2. Go back to either channel 16 or 9 for your initial contact.

3. 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).

4. When the other vessel returns your call, immediately request another channel by saying “go to”, the number of the other channel, and “over”.

5. Switch to the new channel. When the new channel is not busy, call the other vessel.

After a transmission, say “over”, and release the PTT switch. When all communication is completed, end the last transmission by stating your Call Sign and the word “out”. Remember to return to Channel 16 when not using another channel.

Operating on Channel 13

Channel 13 is used at docks, bridges, and for maneuvering in port. Messages on this channel must concern navigation only. In emergencies and when approaching blind river bends, High power is allowed. Pressing the H/L key will change the power output from Low Power (1 Watt) to High (5 Watts). When you change from this channel and then return to it, low power will be automatically selected.

Operating on Channel 67

When channel 67 is used for navigational bridge-to-bridge traffic between ships, High power may be used temporarily (in the USA band) by pressing the H/L key. When you release the PTT switch, the transceiver will revert to low power.

The design of the HX380 allows water to enter between the radio and the battery pack, however waterproof performance is not compromised.

After using the HX380 in a salt water environment, it is recommended to clean the radio with fresh water by rinsing the battery and radio (separately) under a sink faucet or by dunking in fresh water. After washing, use a soft cloth to thoroughly dry all parts of the radio and battery.

This will keep the radio parts and the battery clean and in top operating condition.

Insert the mounting screw through the belt clip, and affix it snugly to the mounting hole on the back of the transceiver.

CAUTION: Do not install the supplied Belt Clip Mounting Screws if you are not installing the Belt Clip! Also, do not use an improper screw for mounting the Belt Clip! An improper screw may cause a “short circuit” to the internal circuitry, causing serious damage!

To avoid risk of explosion and injury, the SBR-41LI battery pack should only be removed, charged or recharged in non-hazardous environments. Please observe the following precautions:

• DO NOT SHORT BATTERY PACK TERMINALS: Shorting the terminals that power the transceiver can cause sparks, severe overheating, burns, and battery cell damage. Do not place a loose battery pack on or near metal surfaces or objects such as paper clips, keys, tools, etc.

• DO NOT INCINERATE: Do not dispose of any battery in a fire or incinerator. The heat of fire may cause battery cells to explode and/or release dangerous gases.

For safe and proper battery use, please observe the following:

• 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.

• Keep the battery contacts clean and dry.

• Battery Storage: Store the batteries in a cool place to maximize storage life. Avoid high storage temperatures. After extended storage, a full recharge is recommended.

• Battery Recycling: DO NOT PLACE USED BATTERIES IN YOUR REGULAR TRASH! LI-ION BATTERIES MUST BE COLLECTED, RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SOUND MANNER.

To install the battery pack:

Hold the transceiver with your left hand, so your palm is over the speaker. Insert the battery pack into the battery compartment on the back of the radio, then push the bottom side of the battery pack until the battery pack locks with the 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.

If the radio has never been used, or its charge is depleted, it may be charged using the CD-48 Charger Cradle with the SAD-25 Battery Charger or the E-DC-19A DC Cable.

1. Turn the transceiver off.

2. Insert the DC plug from the SAD-25 into the DC jack on the CD-48 side panel, then plug the SAD-25 into the AC line outlet.

3. Insert the HX380 (with the battery pack) into the CD-48; the antenna should be at the left side when viewing the charger from the front.

4. If the HX380 is inserted correctly, the Red “CHARGING” indicator will glow. A fully-discharged pack will be charged completely in approximately 7 hours.

5. When charging is completed, the red LED indicator will change to green. Remove the transceiver from the CD-48, and unplug the SAD-25 from the AC line outlet.

Note: The LED of the CD-48 may blink red and green before charging is complete, but this is not a malfunction.

WARNING:

• Do not reverse-connect the battery terminals.

• Do not parallel-connect the battery terminals.

• Do not change batteries in hazardous locations.

• To reduce the risk of explosion, recharge the batteries outside of hazardous locations.

CAUTION: The CD-48 cradle is NOT designed to be waterproof. Do not attempt to charge in water hazardous locations.

[16/9] Key

• Pressing this key immediately recalls channel 16 from any channel location.

• Holding down this key recalls channel 9.

• Pressing this key again reverts to the previous selected working channel.

[H/L] Key

• Press this key to toggle the transmitter output power between “High” (5 Watts) and “Low” (1 Watt) power.

• Secondary use: Hold down this key to lock the keypad (except the SQL and PTT keys). The “On” icon will appear on the display. Hold down again to unlock.

[PRESET] Key

• Press this key to recall the user preset memory channels (0-9).

• Press and hold this key for two seconds to memorize the selected channel into the preset memory.

[▲] Key

• Press momentarily to increase the channel one step. Hold down to increase the channel continuously.

• Secondary use: Used to adjust the squelch threshold level up after the [SQL] key is pressed.

[▼] Key

• Press momentarily to decrease the channel one step. Hold down to decrease the channel continuously.

• Secondary use: Used to adjust the squelch threshold level down after the [SQL] key is pressed.

[SQL] Key

• Press this key to activate the squelch adjusting mode. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to adjust the squelch threshold level.

• Secondary use: Press and hold for two seconds to open the squelch, allowing you to monitor the operating channel. Release the key to resume normal (quiet) monitoring.

[SCAN/DW] Key

• Starts scanning and priority scanning of programmed channels.

• Secondary use: Press and hold for two seconds to activate the Dual Watch feature.

[CLR/WX] Key

• Press to stop the Scan, Priority Scan, or Dual Watch feature.

• Secondary use: Press and hold to immediately recall the last-used NOAA Weather Channel. Recalls the previously-selected working channel when the key is pressed again.

• “BUSY” Indicator: Appears when a signal is being received or when the radio is un-squelched.

• “L” Indicator: Shows when the TX output power is selected to “Low” (1 Watt) power.

• Alpha/numeric “Tag” display: Indicates the current channel name or operating mode.

• Battery Indicator:

• Full bars: Full battery

• Partial bars: Lower battery

• Empty icon: Battery is very low

• Blinking icon: Prepare to charge the battery

• “TX” Indicator: Appears during transmission.

• “U/I/C” Indicator: Shows the “band” of operation. “U” for USA, “I” for International, and “C” for Canadian.

• “P” Indicator: Shows the channel is in the “PRESET” channel memory.

• Channel Display: The operating channel is shown on the LCD.

• “On” Indicator: When this icon is shown, all keys are disabled except for PTT, SQL, and H/L.

• “PRI” Indicator: This indicator is shown when the Priority channel is selected.

1. Install the battery pack on the transceiver.

2. Install the antenna onto the transceiver; hold the bottom end of the antenna, then screw it onto the mating connector until it is snug. Do not over-tighten.

Reception:

1. Turn the VOL knob clockwise to turn the transceiver on. The battery voltage will appear briefly, then the channel name will appear.

2. Press the SQL key to activate squelch adjusting mode. Press the [▼] key until the “BUSY” indicator appears, then press the SQL key again.

3. Turn the VOL knob clockwise until the noise or audio from the speaker is at a comfortable level.

4. Press the SQL key, then press the [▲] key until the random noise disappears. This is the “Squelch Threshold”.

5. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select the desired channel.

6. When a signal is received, adjust the VOL knob to the desired listening level. The “BUSY” indicator will be displayed.

Transmission:

1. Perform the “Reception” steps above.

2. Before transmitting, monitor the channel and make sure it is clear. THIS IS AN FCC REQUIREMENT!

3. For communications over short distances, press the H/L key to select Low power (1 watt; “L” icon appears). Transmitting on Low power prolongs battery life.

4. If using Low power is not effective, select High power (5 watts; “L” icon disappears) by pressing the H/L key.

5. When receiving a signal, wait until the incoming signal stops before transmitting.

6. Press and hold the PTT switch to transmit. The “TX” indicator will appear.

7. Position your mouth 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from the mic hole. Speak slowly and clearly.

8. When the transmission is finished, release the PTT switch.

While the PTT switch is held down, transmission time is limited to 5 minutes. This prevents prolonged (unintentional) transmissions. About 10 seconds before automatic transmitter shutdown, a warning beep will sound from the speaker. The transceiver automatically switches to the receiving mode, even if the PTT switch is held down. Before transmitting again, the PTT switch must first be released. This Time-Out-Timer (TOT) prevents a continuous transmission that would result from an accidentally stuck PTT switch.

NOTE: The PTT switch is disabled for 10 seconds after the transceiver automatically switches to the receiving mode by the TOT feature.

1. To change from US to Canadian or International Marine Channels, hold down the [16/9] key and press the [CLR/WX] key. The band will change from USA, to Canadian, and to International with each press.

2. “U” appears on the LCD for the USA band, “C” appears for the Canadian band, and “I” appears for the International band.

Listen to NOAA Weather Channels:

1. To receive a NOAA weather broadcast, press and hold the [CLR/WX] key. The transceiver changes to the weather channel mode and recalls the last used NOAA weather channel.

2. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to change to other weather channels.

3. To exit from the weather channel mode, press and hold the [CLR/WX] key. The transceiver will revert to the channel you were using prior to switching to the weather channel mode.

NOAA Weather Alert:

In the event of extreme weather disturbances, NOAA sends a “weather alert” consisting of a 1050 Hz tone. When a “weather alert” is received on a weather channel, the transceiver emits a beep tone. Press the [CLR/WX] key to stop the beep tone and listen to the weather reports.

NOAA Weather Alert Testing:

To test this system, NOAA broadcasts the 1050 Hz tone every Wednesday sometime between 11 AM and 1 PM local time. You may use this opportunity to test your HX380 periodically.

In order to prevent accidental channel change, the HX380’s keypad may be locked.

1. Hold down the [H/L] key to lock the keypad (except the PTT, SQL, and H/L keys). The “On” icon will appear next to the channel number on the display, indicating that the functions are locked.

2. Hold down the [H/L] key until the “On” icon disappears to unlock the radio.

Ten user assigned channels can be programmed for instant access.

Programming:

1. Select the desired channel to be saved into the Preset channel bank using the [▲] or [▼] key.

2. Press and hold the [PRESET] key until the channel number blinks. The “P” icon and Preset channel number blink, then release the [PRESET] key.

3. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select the desired Preset channel number (0-9).

4. Press the [PRESET] key to program the current channel into the Preset channel bank.

5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to program other channels into the Preset Channels, if desired.

6. To delete a Preset Channel, select the Preset Channel Number to be deleted using the [▲] or [▼] key, then press and hold the [PRESET] key until the Preset Channel Number is removed from the display.

Operation:

1. Press the [PRESET] key to change the transceiver to the Preset channel mode. The “P” icon and Preset channel number will appear on the display.

2. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select the desired Preset Channel.

3. To exit from the Preset channel mode, press the [PRESET] key. The transceiver will revert to the channel you were on prior to switching to the Preset channel mode.

The HX380 will automatically scan channels programmed into Preset Channel Memory and also channels stored into Scan Memory.

Programming Scan Memory:

1. Turn the transceiver off by rotating the VOL knob fully counter-clockwise.

2. Hold down the [SQL] key, and then turn on the transceiver while still holding down the [SQL] key.

3. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select “MEM CH” and press the [SQL] key.

4. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select the desired channel to be scanned, then press the [SQL] key. The “M” icon appears on the display, indicating the channel has been selected.

5. Repeat step 4 for all the desired channels to be programmed into scan memory.

6. To DELETE a channel from the list, select the channel then press the [SQL] key. The “M” icon disappears.

7. When you have completed programming, press the [CLR/WX] key to save your changes, and then press the key again to exit to normal operation.

Operation:

1. Press the [SQL] key to activate squelch adjusting mode, then press the [▲] or [▼] key until the background noise disappears.

2. Press the [SCAN/DW] key to start scanning. “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.

4. To stop scanning, press the [SCAN/DW] key.

Priority Scan monitors the Preset Channels, Scan Memory Channels, and a designated Priority Channel (CH16, CH9, or a Preset channel).

1. To set the priority channel, hold down the [16/9] key and press the [H/L] key. The channel will change from 16 to 09 to Preset channels 0 through 9 with each press of the [H/L] key. When the [16/9] key is released the displayed channel will be set as the priority channel (the “PRI” icon will appear).

2. Press the [SCAN/DW] key to start Scanning.

3. Press and hold the [SCAN/DW] key to start Priority Scan, “PSCAN” will be shown on the display.

4. When the radio receives a transmission on a working channel, it will stop and dual watch to the priority channel until the signal disappears, then start scanning again.

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

6. To stop Priority Scanning, press the [SCAN/DW] key.

Dual Watch

The Dual Watch feature allows the radio to scan between the Priority Channel and one other channel.

1. Set the Priority channel by holding down the [16/9] key and pressing the [H/L] key.

2. Select the desired second channel you want to watch using the [▲] or [▼] key.

3. Press and hold the [SCAN/DW] key for two seconds to activate Dual Watch. A “DW” notation will appear.

4. To stop the Dual Watch feature, press the [SCAN/DW] key briefly.

Tri-Watch

You may change the Dual Watch feature to Tri-watch via the Menu (“Set”) Mode. Tri-Watch scans Channel 16, 9, and one other channel.

1. Press and hold the [SCAN/DW] key for two seconds to activate the TRI-Watch feature (once enabled in the menu). “TW 16/9” will appear on the display.

2. When a transmission is received on channel 16, the radio will stay on channel 16 until the incoming signal disappears.

3. When a transmission is received on channel 9, the radio will Dual watch between channel 16 and channel 9.

4. When a transmission is received on the working channel, the radio will Tri-watch between the working channel, channel 16, and channel 9.

5. To stop the Tri-watch feature, press the [SCAN/DW] key.

The Setup Menu allows a number of operating parameters to be custom-configured.

1. Turn the transceiver off by rotating the VOL knob fully counter-clockwise.

2. Hold down the [SQL] key, then turn on the transceiver while still holding down the [SQL] key.

3. The Menu item will scroll on the upper left corner of the display and its current status or value will appear on the large display.

4. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select the Menu item to be adjusted.

5. Press the [SQL] key to enable adjustment of the selected Menu item. The current status or value will blink.

6. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select the desired status or value of the Menu item.

7. After completing your adjustment, press the [CLR/WX] key to save the new setting.

8. If you wish to change another Menu item, repeat steps 4 to 7.

9. Press the [CLR/WX] key to exit to normal operation.

• BEEP LEVEL: Enables/Disables the Keypad beep. (HI / Lo / oFF)

• LAMP MODE: Selects the Lamp illumination method for the LCD/Keypad. (KEY / Cnt / oFF)

• SCAN LAMP: Enables/Disables the Lamp while scanner is paused. (on / oFF)

• DUAL WATCH MODE: Selects dual or tri-watch. (t- [Tri Watch] / d- [Dual Watch])

• DIMMER MODE: Selects the display brightness level. (0 / 1 / 2 / 3)

• WX ALERT MODE: Enables/Disables the NOAA Weather Alert function. (on / oFF)

• DUAL WATCH DISPLAY: Selects the display mode while Dual Watch scanning. (nor [Normal] / SPC [Special])

• SCAN DISPLAY: Selects display mode while scanning. (nor [Normal] / SPC [Special])

• CH NAME: Changes the channel name shown on the display.

• MEM CH: Programming Scan Memory.

1. Select the channel you wish to change the name for before following the steps below.

2. Turn off the HX380 by rotating the VOL knob counter clockwise.

3. Hold down the [SQL] key, then turn on the transceiver while still holding down the [SQL] key.

4. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select “CH NAME”.

5. Press the [SQL] key. The current channel name will appear on the upper left corner of the display.

6. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select the first character (letter, number, or symbol) in the name, then press the [SQL] key to move to the next character.

7. Repeat step 6 as many times as necessary to complete the name tag (up to 12 characters).

8. After completing your adjustment, press the [CLR/WX] key to save the new setting.

9. Press the [CLR/WX] key to exit to normal operation.

The inherent quality of the solid-state components in STANDARD HORIZON radios will provide many years of continuous use. Take the following precautions 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.

• Never press the PTT switch unless an antenna or suitable dummy load is connected to the antenna receptacle.

• Ensure that the input voltage does not exceed the value specified in your Owner’s Manual.

• Use only STANDARD HORIZON-approved accessories and replacement parts.

The FBA-40 is a battery tray that holds six AA size Alkaline batteries.

1. On the FBA-40, remove the battery case cover. It may be difficult to remove; put a coin to the edge of the battery compartment and then pry open the battery case cover.

2. Slide the six AA size Alkaline batteries into the FBA-40 Battery Case with the Negative (-) side of the batteries touching the spring connections inside the FBA-40 Battery Case.

3. Attach the battery cover to the FBA-40 Battery Case while being careful so that the o-ring is not twisted.

4. Insert the FBA-40 Battery Case into the battery compartment on the back of the HX380 transceiver while tilting the Belt Clip outward, then push the bottom side of the FBA-40 Battery Case until the Battery Case locks with the Battery Pack Latch.

Performance specifications are nominal, unless otherwise indicated, and are subject to change without notice.

Frequency Ranges: 156.025 MHz – 163.275 MHz (Marine Band + WX Band), 134.000 MHz – 174.000 MHz (LMR Band)

Channel Spacing: 25 kHz / 12.5 kHz

Frequency Stability: ±2.5 ppm

Emission Type: 16K0G3E (Marine Band), 16K0F3E (LMR Band: Wide), 11K0F3E (LMR Band: Narrow)

Antenna Impedance: 50 Ω

Supply Voltage: 7.4V DC, Negative Ground (Battery Terminal)

Current Consumption: 320 mA (Receive, Typical at AF MAX.), 50 mA (Standby), 1.6 A / 0.8 A (TX: 5 W / 1W)

Operating Temperature: -22 °F to +140 °F (-30 °C to +60 °C)

Case Size (W x H x D): 2.24″ x 5.24″ x 1.29″ (57 x 133 x 33 mm) w/o knob & antenna

Weight (Approx.): 11.3 oz (320 g) w/SBR-41LI, Belt Clip, & Antenna

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 kΩ

Circuit Type: Double-Conversion Superheterodyne

Intermediate Frequencies: 1st: 67.65 MHz, 2nd: 450 kHz

Adjacent Channel Selectivity: 70 dB typical (Wide), 60 dB typical (Narrow)

Intermodulation: 59 dB typical

Sensitivity: –6 dBµV (0.25 µV) for 12 dB SINAD

Selectivity (Wide): 12 kHz / 25 kHz (–6 dB / –60 dB)

Selectivity (Narrow): 6 kHz / 18 kHz (–6 dB / –60 dB)

AF Output (Internal SP): 700 mW @16 Ω for 10 % THD (@7.4 V)

AF Output (External SP): 350 mW @8 Ω for 10 % THD (@7.4 V)

NOTE: Simplex channels, 03A, 21A, 23A, 61A, 64A, 81A, 82A and 83A CANNOT be lawfully used by the general public in U.S.A. waters.