Standard Horizon QUEST-X GX1500E User Manual

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QUEST-X GX1500E
25 Watt VHF/FM
ITU Class D DSC Marine Transceiver
Owner's Manual
 Waterproof construction
 Commercial grade ITU Class D DSC VHF
 Independent Channel 70 receiver built-in for continuous DSC watching
 Capable of connecting up to one second station microphone
 Intercom between radio and second station microphone
 DSC position request and send functions with compatible STANDARD
HORIZON GPS Chart plotters
 Versatile user-programmable scanning, priority scan and Dual Watch
 One-button access to Channel 16 and 9
 Oversized rotary channel knob, backlit display and keys.
 Navigation information shown on display when optional GPS connected

Standard Horizon QUEST-X GX1500E Specifications

General

Antenna Connector	SO-239
Power Output	25W / 1W (high/low)
Channels	USA, Canada, International
Waterproof Rating	IPX7
Display	LCD
Voltage Range	13.8 VDC
Current Consumption	1.5A (max)

Summary

1 GENERAL INFORMATION

2 PACKING LIST

3 OPTIONS

4 INSTALLATION NOTE

5 GETTING STARTED

5.1 ABOUT VHF RADIO

Explains VHF radio frequencies, marine band and transmission range.

5.2 SELECTING AN ANTENNA

Discusses marine antenna gain, decibels, and typical types for different boats.

5.3 COAXIAL CABLE

Details coaxial cable types (RG-58/U, RG-8X, RG213) based on run length.

6 INSTALLATION

6.1 LOCATION

Advises on selecting a mounting location considering compass, controls, and antenna placement.

6.2 MOUNTING THE RADIO

Describes mounting the radio using the supplied universal bracket for desktop or overhead.

6.2.2 Optional MMB-84 Flush Mount Bracket

Details the process for flush mounting the transceiver using the optional MMB-84 bracket.

6.3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Explains how to connect power, antenna, and accessories to the GX1500E.

6.4 ACCESSORY CABLE

Describes the wiring and connections for external speakers and GPS receivers.

6.5 CHECKING GPS CONNECTIONS

How to verify the GPS connection and display satellite status on the GX1500E.

6.6 CHANGING THE GPS TIME

Guides on setting the local time by adjusting the UTC time offset on the GX1500E.

6.7 CHANGING THE TIME LOCATION

Instructions to switch the display between UTC time and local time.

6.8 CHANGING COG TO TRUE OR MAGNETIC

How to configure the Course Over Ground (COG) display between True and Magnetic.

6.9 OPTIONAL ENHANCED RAM+ SECOND STATION MIC AND/OR VH-310 HANDSET INSTALLATION

Provides instructions for installing optional remote microphones and handsets.

7 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

Key Controls and Indicators

Details the functions of key controls like the channel selector, WX, 16/9, Power/Volume, and Squelch.

Keypad Functions

Explains the functions of the SCAN/MEM, DW/IC, and H/L(NAV) keys for scanning and power control.

Operation Keys

Describes the CALL/MENU, ENT, CLR, DISTRESS keys, and various connection ports.

Microphone and Keys

Details the microphone's noise reduction and the function of UP/DOWN and 16/9 keys on the mic.