STANDARD HORIZON HX407 (01) PDF Document

The STANDARD HORIZON HX407 has been tested and complies with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) RF exposure limits for Occupational Use/Controlled exposure environment. 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 designed for and classified as “Occupational Use Only,” meaning it must be used only during the course of employment by individuals aware of the hazards and the ways to minimize them. It is not intended for use by the general population in an uncontrolled environment.

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

• SAR compliance for body-worn use was only demonstrated for the specific belt-clip (CLIP-22). Other body-worn accessories or configurations may not comply with FCC RF exposure requirements and should be avoided. The CLIP-22 belt-clip must be used to comply with FCC RF exposure requirements.

• Always use Standard Horizon authorized accessories.

• To avoid electromagnetic interference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so. Do not operate the transmitter in areas sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such as hospitals, health care facilities, aircraft, and blasting sites.

When you first open the package for your STANDARD HORIZON HX407, you should find the following contents:

• HX407 Transceiver

• SRA-14G/SRA-14H/SRA-14J Antenna (Depending on frequency range)

• FNB-115LI 7.4 V Li-Ion Battery Pack

• CD-50 Charger Cradle for HX407

• PA-45B 120VAC Wall Charger for CD-50

• E-DC-30 DC Cable with 12 V Cigarette Lighter Plug

• Belt Clip

• Hand Strap

• Owner’s Manual

The following optional accessories are available for the STANDARD HORIZON HX407:

• MH-73A4B: Speaker/Microphone

• MH-57A4B: Mini Speaker/Microphone

• SSM-64A: VOX Headset

• SSM-55A: Earpiece/Microphone

• CN-3: Radio-to-Ship’s Antenna Adapter

• CD-50: Charger Cradle

• FNB-115LI: 7.4 V Li-Ion Battery Pack

• FBA-42: Alkaline Battery Case

• PA-45B/C/U: AC Wall Charger for the FNB-115LI

• E-DC-30: DC Cable with 12 V Cigarette Lighter Plug

• SAD-1460: 6-Unit Multi Charger

To ensure the longevity and proper functioning of your STANDARD HORIZON HX407, follow these care instructions:

• Before use, ensure the battery pack is in place and firmly connected.

• If the radio is dropped, a close inspection is needed to ensure the radio case and gaskets are in adequate condition to maintain waterproof performance.

• After using the HX407 in a saltwater environment, it is recommended to clean the radio with fresh water. You can do this by rinsing the battery and radio (separately) under a sink faucet or by dunking them 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 battery clean and in top operating condition.

Follow these steps to install and remove the belt clip:

To install the Belt Clip:

1. Align the Belt Clip with the groove on the back of the Battery pack.

2. Press the Belt Clip downward until it locks in place with a “Click.”

To remove the Belt Clip:

1. Press the Belt Clip Tab away from the battery pack to unlock the Belt Clip.

2. Slide the Belt Clip upward to remove it.

The Li-Ion battery pack for your STANDARD HORIZON HX407 stores a powerful charge and can be dangerous if misused or abused. Please observe the following precautions:

• DO NOT SHORT BATTERY PACK TERMINALS: Shorting the terminals 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, or tools.

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

Battery Maintenance:

• Battery packs should be charged only in non-hazardous environments.

• Use only STANDARD HORIZON approved batteries.

• Use only a STANDARD HORIZON approved charger. Using any other charger may cause permanent damage to the battery.

• Follow the charging instructions provided with the chargers.

• Keep the battery contacts clean and dry.

Battery Storage:

Store batteries in a cool place to maximize storage life. Avoid high storage temperatures that cause large self-discharge rates. 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. The incineration, land filling, or mixing of Li-Ion batteries with the municipal solid waste stream is PROHIBITED BY LAW in most areas.

Follow these steps to install and remove the FNB-115LI battery pack:

To install the battery pack:

1. Hold the transceiver with your hand so your palm is over the speaker.

2. Insert the top side of the battery pack into the battery compartment on the back of the radio.

3. Push the bottom side of the battery pack until it locks with the Battery Pack Latch.

To remove the battery pack:

1. Turn the radio off.

2. Slide the Battery Pack Latch on the bottom of the radio.

3. Lift up on the bottom of the battery and remove it from the radio.

To charge the FNB-115LI battery pack for your STANDARD HORIZON HX407 using the CD-50 charger cradle and PA-45B AC adapter, follow these steps:

1. Turn the transceiver off.

2. Insert the DC plug from the PA-45B into the DC jack on the CD-50 side panel. Then, plug the PA-45B into an AC line outlet.

3. Insert the HX407 (with the battery pack attached) into the CD-50 cradle. The antenna should be on the left side when viewing the charger from the front.

4. If the HX407 is inserted correctly, the red “CHARGING” indicator on the cradle will glow. A fully-discharged pack will be completely charged in approximately 3 hours.

5. When charging is complete, the red LED indicator will change to green. Remove the transceiver from the CD-50 and unplug the PA-45B from the AC outlet.

NOTE: The CD-50 cradle is NOT designed to be waterproof. Do not attempt to charge in water hazardous locations.

The STANDARD HORIZON HX407 has several controls for operation:

• ANT Jack (Top Panel): Where the supplied antenna is attached.

• MIC/SP Jack (Top Panel): Accepts optional Speaker/Microphones or Headsets. When used, the internal speaker and microphone are disabled.

• POWER Switch / VOLUME Control (VOL): A knob on top of the radio that turns the transceiver on and off and adjusts the audio volume level.

• Noise Canceling Microphone: Located on the front panel. Care should be taken not to cover this hole when transmitting.

• PTT (PUSH-TO-TALK) Switch: Located on the side. When pushed, it activates the transmitter.

• LCD Display: Shows current operating conditions.

• Keypad: Includes programmable keys [P1]-[P4], [P-CH] key, [MON] key, and [▲]/[▼] keys.

– [P1] – [P4] Keys: Programmable keys customized by your dealer.

– [P-CH] Key: Press to immediately display the priority channel.

– [MON] Key: Press and hold for two seconds to open the squelch for monitoring the channel.

– [▲]/[▼] Keys: Press to increase or decrease the channel one step. Hold to change channels continuously. They are also used to adjust the squelch level when the [MON] key is pressed.

• Speaker: The internal speaker is located on the front panel.

• Microphone: The internal microphone is located on the front panel. Position your mouth 1 inch (2.5 cm) away when transmitting.

• Battery Pack Lock (Bottom side): Slide to the unlock position for battery removal.

The LCD on your STANDARD HORIZON HX407 displays the following indicators:

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

• “PRI” Indicator: Shown when the Priority channel is selected.

• “TX” Indicator: Appears during transmission.

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

• Scrambler Indicator: Shows the Voice Scrambler function is assigned to a channel.

• “CTCSS” Indicator: Shows the CTCSS function is assigned to a channel.

• “DCS” Indicator: Shows the DCS function is assigned to a channel.

• Battery Indicator:

– Full bars: Full battery

– Fewer bars: Lower battery

– Empty icon: Battery is very low

– Blinking empty icon: Prepare to charge the battery

• Channel Display: Shows the operating channel number.

• “Key Lock” Indicator: When this icon is shown, all keys are disabled except for the MON key, PTT switch, and designated programmable keys.

• “M” Indicator: Displayed when the channel has been added to the Scan Memory.

• “L” Indicator: Displayed when the TX output power is selected to “Low” power.

1. Install the battery pack on the transceiver.

2. Install the antenna onto the transceiver. Hold the bottom end of the antenna and screw it onto the mating connector on the transceiver until it is snug. Do not over-tighten.

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

2. To set the squelch, press the [MON] key to activate the squelch adjusting mode (“SQL LVL” will appear). Press the [▼] key until the “BUSY” indicator appears on the display, then press the [MON] key again.

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

4. Press the [MON] key again, then press the [▲] key until the random noise just disappears. This state is known as the “Squelch Threshold.”

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

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

1. Before transmitting, monitor the channel to make sure it is clear. This is an FCC requirement.

2. For communications over short distances, press the programmable key set to “Tx Power H/L” to select Low power (the “L” icon will appear). Transmitting on low power prolongs battery life.

3. If low power is not effective, press the “Tx Power H/L” key again to select High power (the “L” icon will disappear).

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

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

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

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

The Time-Out Timer (TOT) on the STANDARD HORIZON HX407 limits the duration of a continuous transmission to 5 minutes. This feature prevents prolonged or unintentional transmissions. About 10 seconds before the automatic transmitter shutdown, a warning beep will sound from the speaker. The transceiver will then automatically switch to receive mode, even if the PTT switch is still held down. To transmit again, you must first release the PTT switch. The PTT switch is disabled for 10 seconds after the TOT feature activates.

To prevent accidental channel changes, the keypad of the STANDARD HORIZON HX407 may be locked.

1. Press (or press and hold) the assigned programmable key for the Key Lock function to lock the keypad. The “Key Lock” icon will appear on the display, indicating the functions are locked. When locked, all keys are disabled except for the [MON] key, PTT switch, and the assigned programmable key for unlocking.

2. To unlock the keypad, press (or press and hold) the same assigned programmable key again. The “Key Lock” icon will be removed from the display.

The programmable keys on the STANDARD HORIZON HX407 can be customized by your dealer to perform various functions. These functions include:

• P-ch: Recalls the pre-programmed priority channel.

• Sql (Squelch) Set: Manually adjust the squelch level.

• Ch Grop (Channel Group): Select a different channel within the current Group.

• Sql (Squelch) Mute off: Press and hold to open the squelch to monitor the channel.

• Sql (Squelch) Forced Mute off: Press to open the squelch; press again to resume normal quiet monitoring.

• Tx Power H/L: Toggles the transmit power between High and Low.

• Ch (Channel) Up/DN: Select a different channel within the current Group.

• Ch (Channel) Continuous Up/Dn: Press and hold to step repeatedly through channels.

• Key Lock: Toggles the Key Lock feature “On” and “Off.”

• Lamp: Illuminates the display and keypad for a set duration (5 to 300 seconds).

• Scan: Activates scanning to monitor multiple programmed channels.

• Scan Mem: Adds or deletes the current channel from the scan memory list.

• Dual Watch: Activates Dual Watch to scan between the Priority Channel and one other channel.

• Scrambler: Toggles the Encryption feature “On” and “Off.”

• Vox: Turns the VOX (Voice Operated Transmit) function “On” or “Off.”

• Group Change Up/Dn: Selects a different Group channel.

• Tx Save Disable: Disables the TX Save feature, which helps extend battery life by reducing transmit power when a strong signal is received.

• Group Scan: Activates scanning on selected groups.

• Talk Around: Bypasses a repeater station to talk directly to a nearby station.

• Ta (TA) Scan: Toggles the Talk Around scan feature “On” and “Off.”

• Direct Ch1 – 4: Recalls a Dealer pre-programmed channel directly.

The dealer can program the keys of your STANDARD HORIZON HX407. The following chart shows the available functions for each programmable key.

To add or remove channels from the scan memory list on your STANDARD HORIZON HX407, follow these steps:

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

2. Press and hold the [P1] key, and then turn on the transceiver while still holding down the [P1] key.

3. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select “SCAN MEM” and press the [P1] key.

4. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select the desired channel to be scanned, then press the [P2] key.

5. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select the desired Group channel to be scanned, then press the [P2] key. The “M” icon appears on the display, which indicates the channel has been selected for the scan channel.

6. To DELETE a channel from the list, select the channel and then press the [P2] key 2 times. The “M” icon will disappear from the display.

7. Repeat steps 4-6 for all desired channels to be programmed into scan memory.

8. When you have completed programming the scan memory, press the [P3] key to save your changes.

9. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select “SCAN TYPE” and press the [P1] key.

10. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select “MS” (Memory Scan) and press the [P3] key.

11. Turn the transceiver off to exit to normal operation.

Once you have programmed channels into the scan memory, you can start scanning:

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

2. Press (or press and hold) the assigned programmable key to start scanning the channels programmed into memory and preset channels. “M-SCAN” will be shown in the upper left corner of the display.

3. When the HX407 receives a transmission, it will stop on that channel until the incoming signal disappears, then it will start scanning again.

4. To stop scanning, press (or press and hold) the assigned programmable key again.

To program the Priority Channel for the Priority Scan feature on your STANDARD HORIZON HX407:

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

2. Press and hold the [P1] key, and then turn on the transceiver while still holding down the [P1] key.

3. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select “PRI-CH” and press the [P1] key.

4. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select the desired channel to set as the priority channel, then press the [P3] key.

5. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select “SCAN TYPE” and press the [P1] key.

6. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select “PS” (Priority Scan) and press the [P3] key.

7. Turn the transceiver off to exit to normal operation.

Priority Scan on the STANDARD HORIZON HX407 monitors the Preset Channels, Scan Memory Channels, and the Priority Channel.

1. To display the priority channel, press the [P-CH] key. The displayed channel will be set as the priority channel, and the “PRI” icon will appear above the channel number.

2. Press (or press and hold) the assigned programmable key to start Priority Scan. “P-SCAN” will be shown on the display.

3. When the radio receives a transmission on a working channel, it will stop on that channel and dual watch the priority channel. When the signal disappears, it will resume scanning.

4. If the radio receives a signal on the Priority channel, it will stay on that channel until the signal disappears, then resume Priority scanning.

5. To stop Priority Scanning, press (or press and hold) the assigned programmable key.

The Dual Watch feature allows the STANDARD HORIZON HX407 to scan between the Priority Channel and one other channel.

1. To display the priority channel, press the [P-CH] key.

2. Use the [▲] or [▼] key to select the desired channel you want to dual watch with the priority channel.

3. Press (or press and hold) the assigned programmable key to activate the Dual Watch feature. A “DW” notation will appear in the upper left corner of the display.

4. If a transmission is received on the Priority channel, the radio will stay on the Priority Channel until the signal disappears.

5. If a transmission is received on the working channel, the radio will Dual Watch between the working channel and the Priority channel.

6. The radio will resume Dual Watch when the incoming signal disappears at the end of the transmission.

7. To stop the Dual Watch feature and return to normal operation, press (or press and hold) the assigned programmable key.

The STANDARD HORIZON HX407 has a built-in 32-code voice inversion scrambler. To activate it:

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

2. Press and hold the [P1] key, then turn on the transceiver while still holding down the [P1] key.

3. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select the Menu item “SCRAMBLER” and press the [P1] key.

4. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select the desired channel (01 to 32) and press the [P2] key.

5. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select the desired scramble code (00 to 31).

6. After selecting the scrambler code, press the [P3] key to save the setting to memory, then turn the transceiver off to exit Setup mode. The scrambler icon will be shown to the right of the channels when the scrambler is enabled.

To disable the Voice Scrambler, select “OF (OFF)” in step 5 above.

The Setup Menu allows you to customize several operating parameters of the STANDARD HORIZON HX407.

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

2. Press and hold the [P1] key, then turn on the transceiver while still holding down the [P1] key.

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

4. Press the [▲] or [▼] key to select the Menu item you wish to adjust.

5. Press the [P1] 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 for that item.

7. After completing your adjustment, press the [P3] key to save the new setting.

8. To change another Menu item, repeat steps 4 to 7.

9. Turn the transceiver off to exit to normal operation.

The Menu (“SET”) Mode on the STANDARD HORIZON HX407 allows you to configure the following settings:

• LAMP: Selects the lamp illumination condition. (Values: OFF / 5 / 10 / 15 / 20 / 30 / 60 / 120 / 300 seconds / — continuous)

• DIMMER: Selects the display brightness level. (Values: OFF / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 level)

• BEEP: Selects the key beep volume. (Values: OFF / Lo / Mi / Hi level)

• PRI-CH: Selects the Priority Channel. (Values: OFF / Ch 1 to 32)

• SCAN TYPE: Selects the Scan Type. (Values: PS (Pri-Scan) / MS (MEM-Scan))

• SCAN MEM: Add or remove a channel into the Scan Memory.

• TX NOISE CANCEL: Enables/Disables the TX Noise Canceling function. (Values: On / OFF)

• RX NOISE CANCEL: Enables/Disables the RX Noise Canceling function. (Values: OFF / 1L / 2L / 3L / 4L level)

• AF PITCH: Selects the audio filter operation. (Values: OFF / HLc / HLb / Lb / Hb)

• SCRAMBLER: Enables/Disables the Voice Scrambler and selects the channel and scramble code.

• VOX: Enables/Disables the VOX function. (Values: OFF / On)

• VOX SENSE: Selects the VOX gain. (Values: 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 level)

• VOX TIMER: Selects the VOX delay time. (Values: 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 seconds)

To ensure many years of continuous use from your STANDARD HORIZON HX407, take the following precautions:

• To prevent corrosion of electrical contacts and maintain water resistance, keep the microphone jack cap connected at all times when an external microphone is not in use.

• 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 the Owner’s Manual.

• Use only STANDARD HORIZON approved accessories and replacement parts.

Commonly requested replacement parts and their part numbers for the STANDARD HORIZON HX407 are listed below:

• SRA-14G Antenna: ABA50X001

• SRA-14H Antenna: ABA50X002

• SRA-14J Antenna: ABA50X003

• VOL Knob: RA1193900

• MIC/SP Rubber Cap: RA1194200

• MIC/SP Plastic Cap: RA057790A

• CLIP-22 Belt Clip: CP9672002

• Hand Strap: S6000418

The FBA-42 is a battery tray that holds six AA size Alkaline batteries. When installed, the STANDARD HORIZON HX407 can withstand immersion in water up to 1.5 m (4.92 Ft) for 30 minutes.

1. On the FBA-42, remove the battery tray cover. It may be difficult to remove; if so, put a coin to the edge of the battery compartment and then pry open the battery tray cover.

2. Slide the six AA size Alkaline batteries into the FBA-42 Battery Tray with the Negative (-) side of the batteries touching the spring connections inside the tray.

3. Attach the battery cover to the FBA-42 Battery Tray, being careful that the o-ring is not twisted.

4. Insert the FBA-42 Battery Tray into the battery compartment on the back of the HX407 transceiver, then push the bottom side of the FBA-42 Battery Tray until the Battery Tray locks with the Battery Pack Latch.

GENERAL

• Frequency Ranges: 406.100 MHz to 470.000 MHz

• Channel Spacing: 25 kHz / 12.5 kHz

• Frequency Stability: ±2.5 ppm

• Emission Type: 16K0G3E / 11K0G3E

• Antenna Impedance: 50 Ω

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

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

• Battery Type and capacity: Lithium-Ion, 2300 mAh (Rated), 2400 mAh (Typ)

• Waterproof Rating: JIS-8 / IPX8 (1.5 m or 4.92 feet for 30 minutes)

TRANSMITTER

• RF Power Output: 5 W / 1 W (@7.4 V)

• Maximum Deviation: ±5.0 kHz (Wide) / ±2.5 kHz (Narrow)

• Hum and Noise Ratio: More than 40 dB

• Spurious Emission: Less than 0.25 uW

RECEIVER

• Adjacent Channel Selectivity: More than 70 dB (Wide), More than 60 dB (Narrow)

• Intermodulation: More than 68 dB

• Spurious Response Rejection: More than 70 dB

• Hum and Noise Ratio: More than 40 dB

• Maximum Audio Output Power: 700 mW @16 Ω for 10 % THD (@7.4 V)

• AF Output (External SP): 300 mW @8 Ω for 10 % THD (@7.4 V)

• Spurious Emission: Less than 2 nW