FCC ID: K66HX260S VHF HAND HELD RADIO TRANSMITTER

HX260S VHF/FM Marine Handheld Transceiver Owners Manual V O L O F F SQL 16 9 WX DW SCAN H/L TABLE OF CONTENTS FCC NOTICE .......................................................................................................... 1 1 GENERAL INFORMATION .............................................................................. 2 1.1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................. 2 1.2 FCC/ INDUSTRY CANADA INFORMATION .................................................... 2 2 ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................... 3 2.1 PACKING LIST ................................................................................................. 3 2.2 OPTIONS ......................................................................................................... 3 2.3 REPLACEMENT PARTS .................................................................................. 3 3 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS ..................................................................... 4 3.1 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS ................................................................. 4 3.2 INDICATORS ................................................................................................... 8 4 OPERATION .................................................................................................. 10 4.1 INITIAL PROCEDURE ................................................................................... 10 4.2 RECEPTION ................................................................................................... 11 4.3 TRANSMISSION ............................................................................................ 12 4.4 TRANSMIT TIME - OUT TIMER (TOT) .......................................................... 12 4.5 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE .............................................................. 13 4.6 USA, CANADA, AND INTERNATIONAL MODE ............................................ 13 4.7 NOAA WEATHER CHANNELS ...................................................................... 13 4.8 WEATHER ALERT ......................................................................................... 14 4.9 MEMORY SCANNING .................................................................................... 14 4.10 DUAL WATCHING ........................................................................................ 15 4.11 EMERGENCY CHANNEL 16 ........................................................................ 15 4.12 CHANNEL 9 .................................................................................................. 15 4.13 OPERATING ON CHANNEL 13 ................................................................... 15 4.14 OPERATING ON CHANNEL 67 ................................................................... 16 4.15 RESETTING THE TRANSCEIVERS MICROPROCESSOR ....................... 16 5 BATTERY ....................................................................................................... 17 5.1 BATTERY CHARGING ................................................................................... 17 5.2 BATTERY PACK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ............................................... 17 5.3 USING BATTERY TRAY ................................................................................ 18 5.3 OPERATING CWC260 BATTERY CHARGER ............................................... 18 5.4 BATTERY SAFETY ........................................................................................ 19 6 MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................. 20 7 SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................... 21 7.1 GENERAL ...................................................................................................... 21 7.2 TRANSMITTER .............................................................................................. 21 7.3 RECEIVER ..................................................................................................... 21 page 24 Owners Manual HX260S FCC NOTICE NOTICE Unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void compliance with FCC Rules. Any change or modification must be approved in writing by STANDARD HORIZON, a division of YAESU USA. NOTICE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced marine electronicstechnician for help. HX260S Owners Manual page 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1 1.1 INTRODUCTION The STANDARD HORIZON (a division of YAESU USA) HX260S is a marine handheld two-way VHF transceiver. The transceiver has 65 channels: 55 marine and 10 weather. The 55 marine channels are switchable to comply with either USA, International, or Canadian regulations. It has an emergency channel 16 which can be immediately selected from any channel by pressing the red 16/9 key. Weather channels can also be accessed immediately by pressing the WX key. The transceiver includes the following features: memory scanning, dual watch, weather alert, battery saver, easy-to-read large LCD display, EEPROM memory back-up, battery life displayed on LCD, and a transmit Time-Out Timer (TOT). 1.2 FCC/ INDUSTRY CANADA INFORMATION The following data pertaining to the transceiver is necessary to fill out the license application. FCC Type Accepted ........................................................................ Part 80 Output Power with CNB260 battery ................... 1 watt (Low) and 5 watts (High) Emission...................................................................................... 16K0G3E Frequency Range ............................................... 156.025 to 163.275 MHz FCC Type Number .................................................................. K66HX260S Industry Canada Type Approval ................................................ PENDING Additional FCC and Industry Canada data, including licensing requirements, are contained in the companion document titled OWNERS MANUAL SUPPLEMENT. The document also contains charts for VHF channel assignments, transceiver operating procedures, maintenance, factory service information, and warranty data. p a g e 2 Owners Manual HX260S 2 2.1 PACKING LIST When the package containing the transceiver is first opened, please check it for the following contents, notify the dealer if you are missing any of these contents. ACCESSORIES HX260S Transceiver CNB260 Rechargeable Battery Pack (Ni-Cad 7.2V, 750 mAh) CAT350 Flexible Antenna with STUD connector CWC260120V AC Wall charger Battery Tray for AA alkaline battery Lanyard Belt Clip with screws Owners Manual Owners Manual Supplement 2.2 OPTIONS CAW350 ................................................... Radio to ships antenna adapter CMC240 .................................................................. 12VDC-trickle charger MCC260 .................................................................................... Nylon case 2.3 REPLACEMENT PARTS Flexible Antenna with STUD Connector ....................................... CAT350 Rechargeable Battery Pack .......................................................... CNB260 Belt Clip ...................................................................................................... Lanyard .................................................................................. 458C156040 Volume Control Knob ................................................................................. HX260S Owners Manual page 3 3 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS NOTE This section defines each control of the transceiver. For detailed operating instructions refer to section 4 of this manual. Refer to Figure 1 for the location of the following controls, indicators, and connections. 3.1 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS q POWER SWITCH/VOLUME CONTROL Turns the transceiver on and off and sets the audio volume. To turn the transceiver on, turn this knob clockwise until the LCD turn on. When power is turned on, the transceiver is set to last selected channel. Secondary use When the transceiver is turned on while the SCAN and WX keys are held down, the internal microprocessor is reset. This clears memory and all user-programmed settings, such as scan memory, priority scan assignments. This is known as the default condition, the same as when shipped from the factory. For a list of these defaults, see the section on resetting the Transceivers Microprocessor. w DW KEY Watches for a transmission on CH16 and another selected channel until either signal is received. e

(Up) KEY Selects the desired channel and adjusts the squelch level. Each press increases the channel number or squelch level. When held down, the channels or squelch levels increase continuously. r

(Down) KEY Selects the desired channel and adjusts the squelch level. Each press decreases the channel number or squelch level. When held down, the channels or squelch levels decrease continuously. p a g e 4 Owners Manual HX260S o

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!3 q w e r t y Figure 1. Controls and Connectors HX260S Owners Manual page 5 t SCAN KEY Memory SCAN 1. Press once to start or stop scanning programmed channels. 2. If held while pressing the UP or DOWN key, the radio will show the programmed channels in scan memory. NOTE This function will not work if the radio is scanning. Secondary use Press and hold to store the selected channel into the transceivers scan memory for scanning. Press and hold down the SCAN key again to store or delete a channel from the scan memory. y H/L KEY Toggles between high (5 watts) and low (1 watt) transmit output power. Does not operate on low power only and transmission-inhibit channels. When this key is pressed while the transceiver is on channel 13 or 67, the power will temporarily go high when the PTT switch is pressed. When the PTT switch is released the power setting reverts to low. u WX KEY Immediately recalls last selected weather channel. Secondary use 1. Holding down the 16/9 key while pressing the WX key, changes the mode from USA to International or Canadian. 2. Holding down the WX and SCAN key while turning the power on, resets the microprocessor and erases scan channels from memory. This clears the memory and establishes the factory-set defaults. For a list of these defaults, see the section on resetting the Transceivers Microprocessor. i 16/9 KEY Immediately recalls channel 16 from any channel location. Holding down this key recalls channel 9. Secondary use Please see secondary use for the WX key and the SCAN key. p a g e 6 Owners Manual HX260S o Antenna Connector Connects to the flexible antenna CAT350.

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(lamp/key lock) KEY Single depression of this key, turns on or off the backlite for the LCD and Keys. When pressed and held locks the keypad buttons except for the SQL, H/L,

(lamp/key lock) and PTT.

!1 PUSH-TO-TALK (PTT) SWITCH Activates transmission and show TX indicator on the display.

!2 SQL (SQUELCH CONTROL ) Activates the squelch adjusting mode. Press this key to activate the squelch adjusting mode. Press the

(Up)

(Down) key to adjust the squelch. Sets the point at which random or noise on the channel does not activate the audio circuits but a received signal does. This point is called the squelch threshold. Further adjustment of the squelch control will degrade reception of wanted transmissions.

!3 CNB260 Battery Pack Provides DC power to the transceiver.

!4 Belt Clip HX260S Owners Manual page 7 3.2 INDICATORS T X BUSY USAUSA I NT LT L SQLSQL CANCAN S D MEMMEM H L A Channel Display Displays the operating channel in both transmission and reception mode. A Indicator A simplex channel in USA or Canadian mode whose counterpart in the International mode is a duplex channel. TX/ BUSY Indicator TX shows the radio is transmitting . BUSY shows the radio is receiving. USA/ INTL/ CAN Indicator The modes of operation for the particular channel. USA indicates USA mode. INTL indicates International mode and CAN indicates Canadian mode. WX Indicator A NOAA weather channel. MEM Indicator Shows the channel is in the transceiver's scan memory. H/L Indicator H is high power. L is low power. Blank is a reception only channel. SQL Indicator SQL is squelch adjusting mode. p a g e 8 Owners Manual HX260S Key Lock Symbol appears when the channel is locked. All keys are disabled A except for the H/L, PTT, PWR and

(lamp/key lock) keys. Low Battery Indicator A appears when the battery capacity is less than 10%. NOTE The battery indicator should be used only as a guide to indicate the CNB260 needs to be charged. See section 5 for proper battery charging. Output Power Indicator is high (5 watts) power. is low (1 watt) power. HX260S Owners Manual page 9 4 4.1 INITIAL PROCEDURE NOTE OPERATION Never key the transceiver without an antenna connected. Damage may occur to the transceiver. Do not operate the transceiver while charging. 1. To remove the belt clip, pull the stopper and slide the belt clip upwawrd. 2. Install the nylon carrying strap on the belt clip if desired. 3. Install the battery pack on the transceiver. (see figure 4 and section 5.2) 4. Install the antenna to the transceiver. V O L O F F Figure 3. Antenna Installation 5. Turn the POWER /VOLUME CONTROL knob clockwise to turn the transceiver on. NOTE Water resistance of the transceiver is assured only when the battery pack and antenna are attached to the transceiver. Turn the battery lock screw clockwise 1/4 turn to tighten. LOCK OPEN page 10 Owners Manual HX260S 4.2 RECEPTION 1. Turn the POWER /VOLUME CONTROL knob clockwise to turn the transceiver on. 2. Press the SQL key, then press

(Down) key until squelch level is minimum. This state is known as squelch off. 3. Select a channel that has no signal being received (no one is transmitting on the channel) and only noise is heard. 4. Turn up the POWER /VOLUME CONTROL knob until the noise or audio from the speaker is at a desired level. 5. Press the SQL key, then press the

(Up) key and stop immediately after the noise disappears. This condition is known as the Squelch

(Up) key pressed beyond this level, weak signals Threshold. If the may not be received. No signal can be heard until a signal is received that exceeds the squelch threshold. The SQUELCH ADJUSTMENT mode will automatically turn off in about 5 seconds. To turn off the SQUELCH ADJUSTMENT mode immediately, press the SQL key.

(Up) or 6. To change channels, press the

(Down) key. Sometimes, a slight adjustment of the squelch threshold is needed as some channels have a higher noise level than others. Please refer to the Owners Manual Supplement for a complete listing of all USA, International and Canadian VHF Marine channels and their use. 7. If necessary, press the

(Lamp/key lock) key to turn on the lamp. The lamp automatically turns off in about 5 seconds. To turn off the lamp sooner, press the

(Lamp/key lock) key again. 8. To lock the channel in the operating mode so that it is not accidentally

(Lamp/key lock) key for about 1 second. changed, hold down the This locks the UP and DOWN keys and all front panel controls except the H/L, PTT, SQL and

(Lamp/key lock) keys. The key lock appears on the display to indicate that the channel is symbol locked. Hold down the

(Lamp/key lock) key for about 1 second to disappears from unlock the channel. The key lock symbol display. HX260S Owners Manual page 11 4.3 TRANSMISSION 1. Perform steps 1 through 7 of RECEPTION. 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 until L is displayed on the LCD. This indicates low power, approximately 1 watt. NOTE Transmitting on 1 watt prolongs battery life. Low power (1 watt) should be selected whenever possible. 4. If using low power is not effective, select high power (5 watts) by pressing the H/L key until H is displayed. 5. When receiving a signal, wait until the signal stops before transmitting. The transceiver cannot transmit and receive simultaneously. 6. Press the PTT (push - to - talk) switch. The TX indicator is displayed during transmission. 7. Speak slowly and clearly into the microphone. Hold the microphone about 1/2 to 1 inch away from your mouth. 8. When the transmission is finished, release the PTT switch. 9. Refer to the OWNERS MANUAL SUPPLEMENT for standard transceiver operating procedures. 4.4 TRANSMIT TIME - OUT TIMER (TOT) 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 is sounded 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 and pressed again. This time-

out timer (TOT) prevents a continuous transmission that would result from an accidentally stuck PTT switch. page 12 Owners Manual HX260S 4.5 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE Refer to the OWNERS MANUAL SUPPLEMENT for instruction on use of simplex and duplex channels. NOTE All channels are factory-programmed in accordance with FCC (USA), Industry Canada (Canada), and International regulations. Mode of operation cannot be altered from simplex to duplex or vice-versa. 4.6 USA, CANADA, AND INTERNATIONAL MODE 1. To change the modes, press and hold the 16/9 key and press the WX key. The mode changes from USA to International to Canada with each press of the WX key. 2. USA will be displayed on the LCD for the USA mode, INTL will be displayed for International mode, and CAN will be displayed for Canadian mode. 3. Refer to the OWNERS MANUAL SUPPLEMENT for allocated channels in each mode. 4.7 NOAA WEATHER CHANNELS 1. To receive a NOAA weather channel, press the WX key from any channel. The transceiver will go to the last selected weather channel.

(Down) key to select a different NOAA weather 2. Press the

(Up) or channel. 3. To exit from the weather channels, press the WX key. The transceiver returns to the channel it was on prior to weather channel. HX260S Owners Manual page 13 4.8 WEATHER ALERT In the event of extreme weather disturbances such as storms and hurricanes, NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) sends a weather alert accompanied by a 1050 Hz tone and subsequent weather report on one of the weather channels. The transceiver is capable of receiving this alert if the following is performed:

1. Program NOAA weather channels into the transceivers memory for scanning. Follow the same procedure as for regular channels under Section 4.9. 2. Press the SCAN key once to start memory scanning. 3. The programmed NOAA weather channels will be scanned along with the regular-programmed channels. However, scanning will not stop on a normal weather broadcast unless a NOAA alert is received. 4. When the weather alert is received on a weather channel, scanning will stop and the transceiver will emit a loud intermittent beep to alert user of a NOAA broadcast. 5. Press the WX key to stop the alert tone and receive the weather report. NOTE If the WX key is not pressed the alert tone will be emitted for 5 minutes and then the weather report will be received. 4.9 MEMORY SCANNING 1. Adjust a squelch level until background noise disappears. Select a desired channel to be scanned using the

(Up) or

(Down) key. 2. Press and hold down the SCAN key, MEM will appear in the LCD indicating that the channel has been added to the transceivers memory. 3. Repeat step 2 for all the desired channels to be scanned. 4. To DELETE a channel from the transceivers memory. Press and hold down the SCAN key, MEM will disappear from the LCD, indications the channel has been deleted from scan memory. 5. To start scanning, press the SCAN key. Scanning will proceed from the lowest to the highest programmed channel number and will stop on a channel when a transmission is received. 6. To stop scanning, press the SCAN, 16/9, WX , or PTT key. page 14 Owners Manual HX260S 4.10 DUAL WATCHING To start dual watching, select a channel other than CH16 or NOAA weather channels and press the DW key. The d will appear in the LCD. This operation monitors CH16 while you are receiving the selected channel. a) If a signal is received on CH16, dual watch pauses on CH16 until the signal disappears. b) If a signal is received on the selected channel, the radio will operate dual watching between CH16 and the selected channel. 4.11 EMERGENCY CHANNEL 16 1. To select the emergency channel, press the 16/9 key from any channel. 2. Transmit your emergency signal in the same manner as on regular channels. If you cannot contact anyone on channel 16, switch to another channel. 3. See the OWNERS MANUAL SUPPLEMENT for additional emergency operating practices. 4. To recall the previous channel from 16, press the 16/9 key. 4.12 CHANNEL 9 Channel 9 is used as a hailing channel for initial, non-emergency contact with other vessels. To select, hold down the 16/9 key until channel 9 appear on the display. 4.13 OPERATING ON CHANNEL 13 Channel 13 is used at docks, bridges and for maneuvering in port. Messages on this channel must concern navigation only, such as meeting and passing in restricted waters. In emergencies and when approaching blind river bends, high power is allowed. Press the H/L key to temporarily switch to high power before transmitting. High power can only be accessed in USA and Canadian modes. When the PTT switch is released, the transceiver will revert low power. HX260S Owners Manual page 15 4.14 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 mode by pressing the H/L key before transmitting. When the PTT switch is released, the transceiver will revert low power. 4.15 RESETTING THE TRANSCEIVERS MICROPROCESSOR Resetting the microprocessor restores the initial, factory supplied conditions in the transceiver. These are called the default conditions. To reset the microprocessor, first turn the transceiver off. Then while pressing and holding the WX and SCAN keys, turn the transceiver on. The default conditions are:

No channel numbers are in SCAN memory. Channel 16 will be selected when the transceiver is turned on. WX channel 01 will be recalled when the WX key is pressed. page 16 Owners Manual HX260S BATTERY 5 5.1 BATTERY CHARGING To check the charge status, install the battery and press the PTT switch while observing the BATT indicator. (see page 9) The CWC260 battery charger supplied with the transceiver recharges a completely discharged CNB260 battery pack in about 15 hours. Battery pack should not be charged with the supplied battery charge system for longer than 16 hours. Show figure 9 how the charger plugs into the battery. 5.2 BATTERY PACK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION 1. Turn the transceiver off. 2. Turn the battery lock screw counter-

clockwise 1/4 turn. OPEN LOCK Figure 4. Turning the battery lock 3. Pull the battery pack to upward and remove the battery pack. Figure 5. Removing the battery pack 4. Attach the battery pack to transceiver. 5. Turn the battery lock screw clockwise 1/4 turn. Figure 6. Attaching the battery pack HX260S Owners Manual page 17 5.3 USING BATTERY TRAY 1. Push the lock of the battery tray, and open the lid. Figure 6. Removing the battery case lid 2. Install the AA battery sell.

(We recommend you use alkaline battery.) Figure 7. Installing the battery pack 3. Confirm the polarity of the batteries. 4. Close the lid. 5. Attach the battery tray to transceiver, and turn the lock screw clockwise 1/4 turn. Figure 8. Confirm the polarity CAUTION Never use Ni-Cd batteries or other rechagable batteries. 5.3 OPERATING CWC260 BATTERY CHARGER 1. Turn the transceiver off. 2. Plug the DC plug of CWC260 into the battery. 3. Plug the wall charger into a 120 VAC wall outlet. 4. The indicator lights, and charging begins. 5. Remove the DC plug from the battery when charging time has passed. OPEN LOCK Figure 9. Pluging the DC plug page 18 Owners Manual HX260S 5.4 BATTERY SAFETY Battery packs for your transceiver contain Nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries. This type of battery stores a charge powerful enough to be dangerous if misused or abused, especially when removed from the transceiver. 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. If the short is of sufficient duration, it is possible to melt battery components. Do not place a loose battery pack on or near metal surfaces or objects such as paper clips, keys, tools, etc. When the battery pack is installed on the transceiver, the terminals that transfer current to the transceiver are not exposed. The terminals that are exposed on the battery pack when it is mounted on the transceiver are charging terminals only and do not constitute a hazard. DO NOT OVERCHARGE Do not charge the transceiver for more than 16 hours with the battery charge system. Heat generated by overcharging can shorten battery life and cause other battery pack component failures. DO NOT INCINERATE Do not dispose of any Ni-Cd battery in a fire or incinerator. The heat of fire may cause battery cells to explode and/or release dangerous gases. DISPOSE OF BATTERY PACKS PROPERLY Ni-Cd batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. For requirements in your area, check with the dealer from whom you purchased your transceiver. The symbol shown below is a reminder that the battery packs are recyclable. Ni - Cd HX260S Owners Manual page 19 MAINTENANCE 6 For preventive maintenance and instructions on obtaining factory service, please refer to the OWNERS MANUAL SUPPLEMENT. For general troubleshooting, refer to this Troubleshooting Chart. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART SYMPTOM The SCAN key does not start the scan. PROBABLE CAUSE No channels memorized. Squelch is not adjusted. REMEDY Use the MEM key to enter desired channels into the transceivers memory. Adjust the squelch to thres-

hold or to the point where noise just disappears. Further adjustment of the squelch control may eliminate incoming signals. The USA/INTL/CAN modes do not function. Rotating the squelch control does not eliminate background noise. Cannot change any function. Proper operation not followed. Hold down the 16/9 key and press the WX key. Low battery. Charge battery. Refer to section 5 of this manual. Key Lock is on. Turn Key Lock off. does not function. Proper operation not followed. Hold down for until displayed. is LED on CWC231 does not light when charging a battery. Defective battery, CWC231. Contact your STANDARD HORIZON dealer or STANDARD HORIZON for servicing. page 20 Owners Manual HX260S SPECIFICATIONS 7 Performance specifications are nominal, unless otherwise indicated, and are subject to change without notice. 7.1 GENERAL Channels ................................. All currently allocated USA, Canadian and International channels, plus 10 weather channels. RF Power Output with CNB260 Battery .................... 5.0 W (high) 1.0 W (low) Operating Voltage ......................................................................... 7.2 VDC Current Drain:

Standby ..................................................................................... 45 mA Receive ................................................................................... 200 mA Transmit ................................... 1.8 A (high power), 0.7 A (low power) Dimensions............................................... 5.51 H x 2.17 W x 1.50 D

(135.0 mm x 61 mm x 41 mm) Weight ........................................................................... 1.0 Ib. (0.5Kg) FCC Type Acceptance Number ....................................... K66HX260S Industry Canada Type Approval Number ............................ PENDING Battery Life(5% TX, 5% RX, 90% Standby) ..................... 8 hrs. (high) 10 hrs. (low) 7.2 TRANSMITTER Frequency Range ............................................... 156.025 to 157.425 MHz Conducted Spurious Emissions ............................ Less than 60 dB (high), Less than 50 dB (low) Audio Response ........................ within +1/-3 of 6 dB/octave pre-emphasis characteristic from 300 Hz to 3000 Hz AF Harmonic Distortion ........................................................ Less than 3 %

Hum and Noise ................................................................ More than 40 dB Frequency Stability (-20 to +50C) .......................................... +/- 10 ppm 7.3 RECEIVER Frequency Range ............................................... 156.025 to 163.275 MHz Sensitivity:

20 dB Quieting ........................................................................ 0.30 V 12 dB SINAD ........................................................................... 0.20 V Squelch Sensitivity (Threshold) ..................................................... 0.20 V Modulation Acceptance Bandwidth ........................................... +/- 4.5 kHz Selectivity:

Spurious and Image Rejection .................................. More than 60 dB Intermodulation Rejection ......................................... More than 60 dB Channel Spacing ...................................................................... 25 kHz HX260S Owners Manual page 21 YAESU U. S. A. 17210 Edwards Rd., Cerritos, CA 90703, U.S.A. Printed in China 07/00 451X851010

Owners Manual Supplement For Marine VHF Radios Contains FCC / INDUSTRY CANADA Information Maintenance Service VHF Channel Charts Warranty NOTE Please fill out the enclosed warranty registration postcard attached to the front of this manual. Should the warranty registration postcard be missing, please register on line at www.yaesu.com or contact Standard Horizon at:

17210 Edwards Road Cerritos, CA 90703 FCC RADIO LICENSE INFORMATION Standard Horizon radios comply with the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) requirements that regulate the Maritime Radio Service. Station License An FCC ship station license is no longer required for any vessel traveling in U.S. waters which uses a VHF marine radio, RADAR or EPIRB, and which is not required to carry radio equipment. A license is necessary however for a DSC MMSI number, any vessel required to carry a marine radio on an international voyage, carrying a HF single side band radiotelephone or marine satellite terminal. FCC license forms, including applications for ship (506) and land station licenses can be downloaded via the Internet at www.fcc.gov/forms. To obtain a form from the FCC, call (888) 225-5322. Radio Call sign Currently the FCC does not require recreational boaters to have a Ship Radio Station License. The USCG recommends the boats registration number and the state to be used. Canadian Ship Station Licensing You do not need a license if your vessel is not operated in sovereign waters of a country other than Canada or the U.S.A. If you do need a license contact their nearest field office or regional office or write:

Industry Canada Radio Regulatory Branch Attn: DOSP 300 Slater Street Ottawa, Ontario Canada, KIA 0C8 p a g e 1 Standard Horizon Marine Radios FACTORY SERVICE In the unlikely event that the radio fails to perform or needs servicing, please contact the following:

Standard Horizon Factory Service 115 N. Wright Brothers Drive Salt Lake City, UT 84116-2838 Telephone (800) 366-4566 Fax No. (801) 359-4122 WARRANTY INFORMATION CARD INSTRUCTIONS THANK YOU for buying STANDARD HORIZON (a division of YAESU USA) products!

We are confident your new radio will serve your needs for many years!

Please complete the Owners Record below for your records. Then complete the Warranty Information Card that should be attached to the front of this manual, detach it and mail it to STANDARD HORIZON. Should you ever return the equipment to your STANDARD HORIZON Dealer or to STANDARD HORIZON for in-warranty repair, the Owners Record, or other proof of purchase, must be included with the unit to provide warranty information. In addition to the warranty, STANDARD HORIZON includes a lifetime flat rate program to provide service after the warranty period has expired. If you wish to obtain the flat rate price for out-of-warranty repair, you must include the information on the Owners Record with the unit when you return it to your Dealer or to STANDARD HORIZON. Lifetime Flat Rate Service Program: For the original Owner only, for the lifetime of the unit, STANDARD HORIZON will repair the unit to original specifications. Note: The flat rate amount is payable by the Owner only if STANDARD HORIZON or the STANDARD HORIZON Dealer determines that a repair is needed. After the repair, a 90-day warranty will be in effect from the date of return of the unit to the Owner. This service program is not available for equipment which has failed as a result of neglect, accident, breakage, misuse, improper installation or modification, or water damage. (depending on the product) Model Serial Number Purchase Date Dealer Marine Radios Standard Horizon page 2 OPERATING PRACTICES Emergency (Channel 16 Use) Channel 16 is known as the Hail and Distress Channel. An emergency may be defined as 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 microphone push-to-talk switch and say Mayday, Mayday, Mayday. This is , , (your vessel's name). 2. Then repeat once: Mayday, , (your vessels name). 3. Now report your position in latitude/longitude, or by giving a true or magnetic bearing (state which) to a well-known landmark such as a navigation aid or geographic feature such as an island or harbor entry. 4. Explain the nature of your distress (sinking, collision, aground, fire, heart attack, life-threatening injury, etc.). 5. State the kind of assistance your desire (pumps, medical aid, etc.). 6. Report the number of persons aboard and 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 microphone button and listen. 10. If there is no answer, repeat the above procedure. If there is still no response, try another channel. Calling Another Vessel (Channel 16 or 9) Channel 16 may be used for initial contact (hailing) with another vessel. However, its most important use is for emergency messages. This channel must be monitored at all times except when actually using another channel. It is monitored by the U.S. and Canadian Coast Guards and by other vessels. 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. In areas of heavy radio traffic, congestion on channel 16 resulting from its use as a hailing channel can be reduced significantly in U.S. waters by using channel 9 as the initial contact (hailing) channel for non-

emergency communications. Here, also, calling time should not exceed 30 seconds but may be repeated 3 times at 2-minute intervals. Prior to making contact with another vessel, refer to the channel charts in this manual, and select an appropriate channel for communications after initial contact. p a g e 3 Standard Horizon Marine Radios For example, Channels 68 and 69 of the U.S. VHF Charts are some of the channels available to non-commercial (recreational) boaters. Monitor your desired channel in advance to make sure you will not be interrupting other traffic, and then go back to either channel 16 or 9 for your initial contact. 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). When the other vessel returns your call, immediately request another channel by saying go to, the number of the other channel, and "over."

Then switch to the new channel. When the new channel is not busy, call the other vessel. After a transmission, say over, and release the microphone's push-to-talk (PTT) switch. When all communication with the other vessel is completed, end the last transmission by stating your Call Sign and the word out. Note that it is not necessary to state your Call Sign with each transmission, only at the beginning and end of the contact. Remember to return to Channel 16 when not using another channel. Some radios automatically monitor Channel 16 even when set to other channels or when scanning; see your Owner's Manual. Making Telephone Calls To make a radiotelephone call, use a channel designated for this purpose, The fastest way to learn which channels are used for radiotelephone traffic is to ask at a local marina. Channels available for such traffic are designated Public Correspondence channels on the channel charts in this manual. Some examples for USA use are Channels 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 84, 85, 86, and 87. Call the marine operator and identify yourself by your vessel's name, The marine operator will then ask you how you will pay for the call (telephone credit card, collect, etc.) and then link your radio transmission to the telephone lines. The marine telephone company managing the VHF channel you are using may charge a link-up fee in addition to the cost of the call. Operating On Channels 13 And 67 Channel 13 is used at docks and bridges and by vessels maneuvering in port. Messages on this channel must concern navigation only, such as meeting and passing in restricted waters. Channel 67 is used for navigational traffic between vessels. By regulation, power is normally limited to 1 Watt on these channels. Your radio is programmed to automatically reduce power to this limit on these channels. However, in certain situations it may be necessary to temporarily use a higher power. See your Owner's Manual for means to temporarily override the low-power limit on these two channels. Marine Radios Standard Horizon page 4 Prohibited Communications The FCC prohibits the following communications:

n False distress or emergency messages:

n Messages to "any boat" except in emergencies and radio tests;

n Messages to or from a vessel on land;

n Transmission while on land;

n Obscene, indecent, or profane language (potential fine of $10,000). NOAA Weather Alert Testing In the event of a major storm or other appreciable weather condition requiring vessels at sea or other bodies of water to be notified, the NOAA (National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration) broadcasts a 1050 Hz tone that some marine VHF radios can detect. (Refer to your radio's Owner's Manual on how to use this feature.) This tone, when detected, will produce a loud beep from the radio speaker to signal that a weather alert is being broadcast. In order to test this system, the NOAA broadcasts the 1050 Hz tone every Wednesday, sometime between 11 AM and 1 PM. Any marine VHF radio that can detect the weather alert tone, may use this test to verify that this feature is functioning properly, p a g e 5 Standard Horizon Marine Radios Digital Selective Calling (DSC) Digital Selective Calling is a semi-automated method of establishing a radio call, it has been designated by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as an international standard for establishing VHF, MF and HF radio calls. It has also been designated part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) and it is planned that DSC will eventually replace aural watches on distress frequencies and will be used to announce routine and urgent maritime safety information broadcasts. This new service will allow mariners to instantly send a distress call with GPS position

(when connected to the transceiver) to the US Coast Guard and other vessels within range of the transmission. DSC will also allow mariners to initiate or receive distress, urgency, safety and routine calls to or from another vessel equipped with a DSC transceiver. USCG DSC Watch The USCG has plans to upgrade its VHF National Distress System (expected by 2005), so at the time of printing only larger vessels that are required to carry VHF DSC radios will be able to hear your distress transmission Maritime Mobile Service Identity(MMSI) What is a MMSI?

A MMSI is a nine digit number used on Marine Transceivers capable of using Digital Selective Calling (DSC). This number is used like a telephone number to selectively call other vessels. How can I obtain a MMSI assignment?

At the time of this printing, to obtain an MMSI the user must contact the FCC and apply for a Ship Station License form 506, or an amendment to a ship station license, regardless of whether the license is otherwise required. This procedure is currently under review by both the FCC and US Coast Guard. Refer to FCC ship station license section for contact information. Using Digital Selective Calling Features Distress Call Transmits a DSC Distress message to all radios equipped to receive a DSC Distress call. Some Standard Horizon radios may be connected to a GPS to also transmit the Latitude, Longitude of the vessel. Marine Radios Standard Horizon page 6 Individual Call This feature allows the user to contact another vessel capable of using DSC to automatically switch the radio to a desired working channel. This feature is similar to calling a desired vessel on CH16 and requesting them to go to another channel. Urgency Call This call should be used when a vessel may not be truly in distress, but have a potential problem that might lead to a distress situation. Safety Call Used to transmit boating safety information to other vessels. This message usually contains information about an overdue boat, a derelict afloat, loss of a navigation aid or an important meteorological message. Position request Used to poll vessels position via DSC and show it on the LCD of the radio. ADDITIONAL DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING INFORMATION For additional information the USCG has an excellent site that should be visited at www.navcen.uscg.mil/marcoms/gmdss/dsc.html About VHF Radio The radio frequencies used in the VHF marine band lie between 156 and 158 MHz with some shore stations available between 161 and 163MHz. The marine VHF band provides communications over distances that are essentially line of sight (VHF signals do not travel well through objects such as buildings, hills or trees). Actual transmission range depends much more on antenna type, gain and height than on the power output of the transmitter. On a fixed mount 25W radio transmission expected distances can be greater than 15 miles, for a portable 5W radio transmission the expected distance can be greater than 5 miles in line of sight. p a g e 7 Standard Horizon Marine Radios Selecting an Antenna Marine antennas are made to radiate signals equally in all horizontal directions, but not straight up. The objective of a marine antenna is to enhance the signal toward the horizon. The degree to which this is accomplished is called the antennas gain. It is measured in decibels (dB) and is one of the major factors in choosing an antenna. In terms of effective radiated power (ERP), antennas are rated on the basis of how much gain they have over a theoretical antenna with zero gain. A 3 foot, 3dB gain antenna represents twice as much gain over the imaginary antenna. The length of the antenna you choose, however, must also be related to the size of your boat. Typically a 3 foot 3dB gain stainless steel whip is used on a sailboat mast. The longer 8 foot 6dB is primarily used on power boats that require the additional gain. Coaxial Cable VHF antennas are connected to the transceiver by means of a coaxial cable a shielded transmission line. Coaxial cable is specified by its diameter and construction. For runs less than 20 feet, RG-58/U, about 1/4 inch in diameter is a good choice. For runs over 20 feet, the larger RG-8U or RG-213/U should be used. For installation of the connector onto the coaxial cable refer to the figure below. 1/16''

3/4''

1 1/8''

Adapter 3/4''

1/8''

3/8''

5/8''

To get your coax cable through a fitting and into your boat's interior, you may have to cut off the end plug and reattach it later. You can do this if you follow the directions that come with the connector. Be sure to make good soldered connections. Marine Radios Standard Horizon page 8 MAINTENANCE General 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. n Keep the microphone connected or the jack covered at all times to prevent corrosion of electrical contacts;

n Never key the transmitter unless an antenna or suitable dummy load is connected to the antenna receptacle;

n Ensure that the input voltage does not exceed the value specified in your Owner's Manual;

n Use only STANDARD HORIZON-approved accessories and replacement parts. Batteries and Chargers CAUTION This section is applicable only for radios with external battery packs. Battery Maintenance For safe and proper battery use, please observe the following:

n Battery packs should be charged only in non-hazardous environments;

n Use only STANDARD HORIZON-approved batteries;

n Use only a STANDARD HORIZON, (a division of YAESU USA) approved charger. The use of any other charger may cause permanent damage to the battery;

n Follow charging instructions provided with the chargers;

n Do not use the radio while it is in the charger;

n Keep the battery contacts clean. Battery Storage Store batteries in a cool place to maximize storage life. Since batteries are subject to self-discharge, avoid high storage temperatures that cause large self-discharge rates. After extended storage, a full recharge is recommended. p a g e 9 Standard Horizon Marine Radios Memory Cycling Partially discharging a nickel-cadmium battery and then recharging it causes a phenomenon called "memory". When a battery establishes a memory, its available capacity is reduced, To ensure that a nickel-cadmium battery pack retains its full capacity, the battery pack should be almost fully discharged and then recharged completely after every few cycles of use. Battery Recycling DO NOT PLACE USED BATTERIES IN YOUR REGULAR TRASH!

NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES MUST BE COLLECTED, RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SOUND MANNER. The incineration, landfilling or mixing of nickel-cadmium batteries with the municipal solid waste stream is PROHIBITED BY LAW in most areas. Return batteries to an approved nickel-cadmium battery recycler. This may be where you purchased the battery. Contact your local waste management officials for other information regarding the environmentally sound collection, recycling and disposal of nickel-cadmium batteries. Marine Radios Standard Horizon page 10 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS Tables on the following columns list the VHF Marine Channel assignments for U.S.A. and International use. Below are listed some data about the charts. 1. VTS. Where indicated, these channels are part of the U.S. Coast Guards Vessel Traffic System. 2. Alpha channel numbers, that is, channel numbers followed by the letter A (such as Channel 07A) are simplex channels on the U.S.A. or Canadian channel assignments whose counterparts in the International assignments are duplex channels. International channels do not use alpha numbers. If you call the Coast Guard on Channel 16, they will sometimes ask you to go to channel 22 Alpha. This is a channel assigned to U.S.A, and Canadian Coast Guards for handling distress and other calls. If your radio is set for International operation you will go to Channel 22 instead of 22A, and will not be able to communicate with the Coast Guard. To use Channel 22A, your radio must be set for USA or Canada operation, usually by a U/I/C (USA/International/Canada) control or combination of controls

(see your Owners Manual). Channel 22 (without an A) is an International duplex channel for port operations. Some radios indicate an A adjacent to the alpha channels on the display; on others alpha is not indicated but the proper channel is selected based on the U/I/C setting. 3. Bridge-to-Bridge channels (for example, Channel 13) are for use by bridge operators on intercoastal waterways and rivers. It is also used by marine vessels in the vicinity of these bridges for navigation and for communicating with the bridge operators. Note that a limit of 1 Watt is specified for these channels. See page 4 for additional information. 4. The S/D column on the chart indicates either S (simplex) or D (duplex). Simplex means transmitting and receiving on the same frequency. Only one party at a time can talk, unlike a telephone. Be sure to say over and release your microphone push-to-talk switch at the end of each transmission. Duplex operation involves the use of one frequency for transmitting and a separate frequency for receiving. On channels specified as duplex on the charts, correct mode of operation is established automatically by your radio when you select a channel; you cannot change the mode. And you still must release the push-to-talk switch after each transmission in order to listen to the radio. 5. Channels normally used by recreational boaters are those that include the term non-commercial in the Channel Use column of the chart. Some of these are shared with other users and some are used only in certain geographic regions. 6. Marine vessels equipped with VHF radios are required to monitor Channel 16. For some radios, this is done automatically when the radio is on; see your Owners Manual. page 11 Standard Horizon Marine Radios VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART RX CHANNEL USE TX S CH U C I S/D 01 01A X 02 03 03A X 04 S X X D 156.050 160.650 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 156.050 Port Operation and Commercial. VTS in selected areas X X D 156.100 160.700 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) X X D 156.150 160.750 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 156.150 US Government only, Coast Guard X D 156.200 160.800 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship movement Pacific coast: Coast Guard, East Coast: Commercial fishing Port operation. VTS in Seattle. X 04A 05A X X 05 S S 156.200 156.250 X D 156.250 160.850 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship X D 156.350 160.950 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship 156.300 156.350 156.400 156.450 156.500 156.550 156.600 156.650 156.700 movement Inter-ship Safety movement Commercial Commercial (Inter-ship only) Boater Calling channel, Commercial & Non-commercial

(Recreational) Commercial Commercial. VTS in selected areas. Port operation. VTS in selected areas. Inter-ship Navigation Safety (Bridge-to-bridge) Port operation. VTS in selected areas.

156.750 Environmental (Receive only) 156.750 156.800 156.850 Commercial, non-commercial, ship movement (1W) International Distress, Safety and Calling. State Controlled (1 W) X D 156.900 161.500 Port operation, ship movement 156.900 Commercial X D 156.950 161.550 Port operation, ship movement 156.950 156.950 US: Commercial Coast Guard X D 157.000 161.600 Canadian Coast Guard Only, International: port operations and D 157.000 161.600 Canadian Coast Guard Only, International: port operations and shipment shipment (1 W) Port Operation S 157.000 X D 157.050 161.650 Port operation, ship movement S 157.050 U.S. Government Only, Canadian Coast Guard X D 157.100 161.700 Port operation, ship movement S 157.100 US and Canadian Coast Guard Liaison and Maritime Safety Information Broadcasts announced on channel 16 S 157.150 U.S. Government Only X X D 157.150 161.750 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 23 23A X 24 X X X D 157.200 161.800 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 25 X X X D 157.250 161.850 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 26 X X X D 157.300 161.900 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 27 X X X D 157.350 161.950 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 28 X X X D 157.400 162.000 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) Marine Radios Standard Horizon page 12 06 X X X S 07 07A X X S 08 X X X S 09 X X X S 10 X X X S 11 X X X S 12 X X X S 13 X X X S 14 X X X S S 15 X 15 X X S 16 X X X S 17 X X X S 18 18A X X 19 19A X 19A 20 X S S S X 20 X 20A X 21 21A X X 22 22A X X VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART RX CHANNEL USE TX CH U C I S/D 60 61 X X D 156.025 160.625 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) X D 156.075 160.675 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship movement U.S. Government Only, Canadian Coast Guard-Pacific Coast, Commercial Fishing-East Coast 61A X X S 156.075 62 62A 63 63A X 64 64A X X 65 65A X X 66 X D 156.125 160.725 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship movement Pacific Coast: Coast Guard; East Coast: commercial fishing only X D 156.175 160.775 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship 156.125 S X S 156.175 movement Port Operation and Commercial. VTS in selected areas. X X D 156.225 160.825 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship S 156.225 movement U.S. Government Only, Canadian Commercial Fishing X D 156.275 160.875 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship S 156.275 movement Port Operations X D 156.325 160.925 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship S 66A X 66A S 67 X X X S X 68 X X X S 69 X X X S 70 X X X S 71 X X X S 72 X X X S 73 X X X S 156.325 156.325 156.375 156.425 156.475 156.525 156.575 156.625 156.675 74 X X X S 156.725 movement Port Operations Port Operations (1W) US: Commercial. Used for Bridge-to-bridge communications in lower Mississippi River. Inter-ship only, Canada: Commercial fishing, S&R Non-commercial (Recreational) US: Non-commercial (Recreational), Canada: Commercial fishing only. International: Port operations and Ship movement Digital selective calling (voice communications not allowed) US, Canada: Non-commercial (Recreational),International: Port operations and Ship movement Non-commercial (Inter-ship only) US: Port Operations, Canada: Commercial fishing only, International: Inter-ship, Port operations and Ship movement US: Port Operations, Canada: Commercial fishing only, International: Inter-ship, Port operations and Ship movement Port Operations (inter-ship only) (1 W) Port Operations (inter-ship only) 77 X X 77 78 78A X X 79 79A X X 80 80A X X 81 81A X X 82 S X S X D 156.925 161.525 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship 156.875 156.875 S 156.925 movement Non-commercial(Recreational) X D 156.975 161.575 Port operation and Ship movement S 156.975 Commercial X D 157.025 161.625 Port operation, ship movement S 157.025 Commercial X D 157.075 161.675 Port operation, ship movement S U.S. Government Only Environmental protection operations. X D 157.125 161.725 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port operation, ship 157.075 movement U.S. Government Only, Canadian Coast Guard Only 157.125 S D 157.175 161.775 Canadian Coast Guard Only S 82A X X 83 X 83A X X X D 157.175 161.775 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) 83 84 X X X D 157.225 161.825 Public correspondence (Marine Operator) 85 X X X D 157.275 161.875 Public correspondence (Marine Operator) 157.175 U.S. Government Only, Canadian Coast Guard Only page 13 Standard Horizon Marine Radios VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART RX TX 157.425 CHANNEL USE Commercial, Inter-ship Only CH U C I S/D 86 X X X D 157.325 161.925 Public correspondence (Marine Operator) 87 X X X D 157.375 161.975 Public correspondence (Marine Operator) 88 X X X D 157.425 162.025 Public correspondence (ship-to-coast) 88A X S WX01 X X X D WX02 X X X D WX03 X X X D WX04 X X X D WX05 X X X D WX06 X X X D WX07 X X X D WX08 X X X D WX09 X X X D WX10 X X X D 162.550 Weather (receive only) 162.400 Weather (receive only) 162.475 Weather (receive only) 162.425 Weather (receive only) 162.450 Weather (receive only) 162.500 Weather (receive only) 162.525 Weather (receive only) 161.650 Weather (receive only) 161.775 Weather (receive only) 163.275 Weather (receive only)

The BOLD channels above are not for use by the general public in US water, unless proper authorization is given. Marine Radios Standard Horizon page 14 WARRANTY Marine Products Limited Warranty STANDARD HORIZON (a division of YAESU USA) warrants, to the original purchaser only, each new Marine Communications Product ("Product") manufactured and/or supplied by STANDARD HORIZON against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of time from the date of purchase as follows:

Fixed Mount and Portable Transceivers 1 year - if purchased before 01/01/91 3 years - if purchased between 01/01/91 and 01/01/94 3 years Waterproof - if purchased after 01/01/94 Loud hailers 1 year - if purchased before 01/01/91 3 years - if purchased after 01/01/91 Associated Chargers 1 year - if purchased before 01/01/91 3 years - if purchased after 01/01/91 Associated Batteries - 18 months. Note: Batteries will be deemed deflective only if storage capacity drops below 80% of rated capacity or if leakage develops. Associated Accessories- 1 year. Includes: Microphones/Handsets, External Speakers, Antennas, Carrying Accessories, Power Supplies, and Signaling Boards. To receive warranty service, the purchaser must deliver the Product, transportation and insurance prepaid, to STANDARD HORIZON (a division of YAESU USA)., 115 North Wright Brothers Dr, Salt Lake City, Utah 84116-2838. Include proof of purchase indicating model. serial number, and date of purchase. STANDARD HORIZON will return the Product to the purchaser freight prepaid. Products purchased prior to January 1, 1991 will bear the STANDARD HORIZON warranty terms in effect prior to that date. In the event of a defect, malfunction or failure of the Product during the warranty period, STANDARD HORIZON's liability for any breach of contract or any breach of express or implied warranties in connection with the sale of Products shall be limited solely to repair or replacement, at its option, of the Product or part(s) therein which, upon examination by STANDARD HORIZON, appear to be defective or not up to factory specifications. STANDARD HORIZON may, at its option, repair or replace parts or subassemblies with new or reconditioned parts and subassemblies. Parts thus repaired or replaced are warranted for the balance of the original applicable warranty. page 15 Standard Horizon Marine Radios STANDARD HORIZON will not warrant installation, maintenance or service of the Products. In all instances, STANDARD HORIZON's liability for damages shall not exceed the purchase price of the defective Product. This warranty only extends to Products sold within the 50 States of the United States of America and the District of Columbia. STANDARD HORIZON will pay all labor to repair the product and replacement parts charges incurred in providing the warranty service except where purchaser abuse or other qualifying exceptions exist. The purchaser must pay any transportation expenses incurred in returning the Product to STANDARD HORIZON for service. This limited warranty does not extend to any Product which has been subjected to misuse, neglect, accident, incorrect wiring by anyone other than STANDARD HORIZON, improper installation, or subjected to use in violation of instructions furnished by STANDARD HORIZON, nor does this warranty extend to Products on which the serial number has been removed, defaced, or changed. STANDARD HORIZON cannot be responsible in any way for ancillary equipment not furnished by STANDARD HORIZON which is attached to or used in connection with STANDARD HORIZONs Products, or for the operation of the Product with any ancillary equipment, and all such equipment is expressly excluded from this warranty. STANDARD HORIZON disclaims liability for range, coverage, or operation of the Product and ancillary equipment as a whole under this warranty. STANDARD HORIZON reserves the right to make changes or improvements in Products, during subsequent production, without incurring the obligation to install such changes or improvements on previously manufactured Products. The implied warranties which the law imposes on the sale of this Product are expressly LIMITED, in duration, to the time period specified above. STANDARD HORIZON shall not be liable under any circumstances for consequential damages resulting from the use and operation of this Product, or from the breach of this LIMITED WARRANTY, any implied warranties, or any contract with STANDARD HORIZON. IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF ITS PRODUCTS, STANDARD HORIZON MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AS TO THE MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply. This warranty gives specific legal rights, and there may be other rights which may vary from state to state. ONLY PRODUCTS SOLD ON OR AFTER JANUARY 1, 1991 ARE COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. Marine Radios Standard Horizon page 16 MEMO page 17 Standard Horizon Marine Radios YAESU U. S. A. 17210 Edwards Rd., Cerritos, CA 90703, U.S.A. Printed in China 07/00 451X851020

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