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Standard Horizon HX260S User Manual

Standard Horizon HX260S
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HX260S
VHF/FM Marine
Handheld Transceiver
Owner’s Manual
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Standard Horizon HX260S Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power Output5W / 1W
DisplayLCD
GPSNo
Battery TypeLi-ion
DSC CapabilityYes
TypeVHF Marine Transceiver
ChannelsUSA, International and Canadian
BatteryLithium-Ion
Waterproof RatingIPX7
Battery Life (5W)Approximately 10 hours
Battery Life (1W)18 hours

Summary

GENERAL INFORMATION

INTRODUCTION

Overview of the HX260S transceiver, its capabilities, and features.

FCC/ INDUSTRY CANADA INFORMATION

Compliance data for FCC and Industry Canada, and guidance on license applications.

ACCESSORIES

PACKING LIST

Lists all items included in the standard package for the HX260S transceiver.

OPTIONS

Details optional accessories that can be purchased separately for the transceiver.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Lists available spare parts for maintenance or replacement of transceiver components.

CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS

Identifies and describes the physical controls, buttons, and connectors on the transceiver.

INDICATORS

Explains the meaning of various icons and indicators displayed on the transceiver's LCD screen.

OPERATION

INITIAL PROCEDURE

Guides the user through the initial setup, including battery and antenna installation, and powering on.

RECEPTION

Instructions on how to tune the transceiver to a channel and adjust the squelch for clear reception.

TRANSMISSION

Steps for transmitting, including selecting power levels, using the PTT, and speaking into the microphone.

TRANSMIT TIME - OUT TIMER (TOT)

Explains the automatic transmitter shutdown feature to prevent prolonged transmissions.

SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE

Information on using simplex and duplex channels, referring to supplemental documentation.

USA, CANADA, AND INTERNATIONAL MODE

How to switch between different regional operating modes (USA, Canada, International).

NOAA WEATHER CHANNELS

Instructions for accessing and scanning NOAA weather broadcast channels.

WEATHER ALERT

How the transceiver alerts the user to severe weather broadcasts and alerts.

MEMORY SCANNING

Guides on programming channels into memory and initiating memory scan.

DUAL WATCHING

Explains how to monitor two channels simultaneously using the dual watch feature.

EMERGENCY CHANNEL 16

Procedures for using the dedicated emergency channel 16.

CHANNEL 9

Information on using channel 9 for initial, non-emergency contact with other vessels.

OPERATING ON CHANNEL 13

Use cases and regulations for operating on channel 13, often for navigation.

OPERATING ON CHANNEL 67

Details channel 67 usage for navigational bridge-to-bridge traffic.

RESETTING THE TRANSCEIVER'S MICROPROCESSOR

Instructions for performing a factory reset to restore default settings.

BATTERY

BATTERY CHARGING

Step-by-step guide on how to charge the transceiver's rechargeable battery pack.

BATTERY PACK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

Procedures for safely removing and installing the battery pack on the transceiver.

USING BATTERY TRAY

Instructions for using the optional battery tray with alkaline batteries.

BATTERY SAFETY

Crucial safety precautions regarding handling, charging, and disposing of Ni-Cd battery packs.

MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

A guide to diagnosing and resolving common issues with the transceiver.

SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL

Lists general technical specifications of the HX260S transceiver.

TRANSMITTER

Details the technical performance specifications for the transmitter section.

RECEIVER

Provides the technical performance specifications for the receiver section.

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