This manual introduces the ECLIPSE GX1300 25 watt VHF/FM class D digital selective calling (DSC) marine transceiver. The product is a compact, fixed-mount, affordable VHF radio. The product has an IPX8 water-resistant rating (4.92 feet immersion for 30 minutes) and meets the ITU-R M493-13 class D DSC standard. The product also includes a built-in separate receiver for receiving CH70 DSC calls. Additionally, there are programmable soft keys, an easy-to-operate icon/menu system, an oversized full dot matrix display (31 mm x 55 mm), GPS position and time display (when connected to a GPS), DSC distress calls, individual calls, group calls, all ships calls, position requests, position reports and DSC test calls, programmable scanning, priority scanning and multi-watching (dual watching or triple watching), NMEA input and output connections to a compatible GPS chart plotter, all US/international and Canadian marine channels, a preset key for recalling up to 10 favorite channels, and automatic polling of up to 6 ships' GPS locations using DSC.
The Standard Horizon GX1300 is an affordable, compact Class D fixed-mount VHF radio designed for marine use. It features a 25-watt switchable RF output power (1W/25W), an oversized full dot matrix display, and programmable soft keys. The radio supports ITU-R M493-13 Class D DSC operations, including distress alerts, individual calls, and position reports, with a built-in separate receiver for Channel 70.
| Frequency Range | 156.025 to 163.275 MHz |
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| Operating Voltage | 11 to 16 VDC |
| RF Output Power | 1 watt or 25 watts |
| IP Rating | IPX8 |
| Display Size | 81 mm x 55 mm |
The radio has a switchable RF output power of 1 watt or 25 watts.
Yes, it has a built-in separate receiver for Channel 70 that allows continuous receiving of DSC functions even if the radio is receiving a call.
The GX1300 can be operated from 11 to 16 VDC.