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GX2000/GX2100
10 BASIC OPERATION
10.1 PROHIBITED COMMUNICATIONS
The FCC prohibits the following communications:
• False distress or emergency messages:
• Messages to “any boat” except in emergencies and radio tests;
• Messages to or from a vessel on land;
• Transmission while on land;
• Obscene, indecent, or profane language (potential fine of $10,000).
10.2 RECEPTION
1. After the transceiver has been installed, ensure that the power supply and
antenna are properly connected.
2. Press and hold the
PWR/VOL
knob until the radio turns on.
3. Turn the
SQL
knob fully counterclockwise. This state is known as “squelch
off”.
4. Turn up the
PWR/VOL
knob until noise or audio from the speaker is at a
comfortable level.
5. Turn the
SQL
knob clockwise until the random noise disappears. This state
is known as the “squelch threshold.”
6. Turn the
CH
knob to select the desired channel. Refer to the channel chart
on page for available channels.
7. When a message is received, adjust the volume to the desired listening
level. The “
” indicator in the LCD is displayed indicating that the
channel is being used.
10.3 TRANSMISSION
1. Perform steps 1 through 6 of RECEPTION.
2. Before transmitting, monitor the channel to ensure it is clear.
THIS IS AN FCC REQUIREMENT!
3. Press the
PTT
(push-to-talk) switch. The “
” indicator on the LCD is
displayed.
4. Speak slowly and clearly into the microphone.
5. When the transmission is finished, release the
PTT
switch.
NOTE
This is a noise-canceling microphone. Position the Oval Slot label “
MIC
”
within 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the mouth for optimum performance.
