GX1255S

VHF Marine Transceiver

Noise Canceling
Clear Voice Microphone
Full Function DSC (Digital Selective Calling)
Capability
GPS Repeatability
Submersible
Channel Function Names
Simple Programmable Dual
Watch/Scan/Priority Scan

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Nothing takes to water like Horizon!

 GX1255S
VHF Marine Transceiver
The QUEST from STANDARD HORIZON-a new standard in INTREP ID+ OPTIONS
DSC capable VHF at an economical price.
CLEARVOICE NOISE REDUCTION TECHNOLOGY
The STANDARD HORIZON QUEST features an exceptional microphone that meets
the same strict waterproof standards as the radio. The QUEST microphone includes
STANDARD HORIZON's exclusive Clear-Voice Noise Reduction Technology, which
eliminates unwanted background noises like engines and wind. The results are "Loud CMB16
and Clear" transmissions that are heard and understood the first time. Flush mount kit
Handy buttons on the rubber armored microphone provide convenient access to
channels 16 and 9 and also have UP/DOWN channel selection.

DIE-CAST CHASSIS MEANS RUGGED CONSTRUCTION WITH SUPERIOR

RECEIVER PERFORMANCE
The QUEST's receiver is carefully wrapped in an interference-reducing die-cast
chassis. The result is uncompromising receiver sensitivity, selectivity and rejection in a
rugged housing that will take the abuse while operating on a boat.

DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING

The QUEST meets the internationally recognized requirements for SC101 Digital
Selective Calling. The DISTRESS function activates the unattended, continuous digital 101S 201S /201SBK 201SZ /201SBKZ
Mini audio extension Audio extension Flush mount audio
MAYDAY including vessel identification, Latitude/Longitude, and time. Additional DSC speaker in black or speaker in black extension speaker
capabilities include the ability to send and receive ALL SHIPS, INDIVIDUAL and white. or white. in black or white.
URGENCY CALLS. Finally, the QUEST is capable of responding to another vessels SPECIFICATIONS
position request.
General
Channels All USA, International and Canadian
GPS REPEATABILITY Input Voltage 13.8 VDC ±20 %
When connected to a GPS position receiver, the Quest repeats latitude and longitude Current Drain
along with time and date on the radio display. This is an important convenience should Standby 0.5 A
it be necessary to communicate your vessels position in time of urgency. Receive 1.5 A
Transmit 5.0 A (Hi); 1.5 A (Lo)
SUBMERSIBLE Dimensions 2-1/2" H x 6-5/16" W x 6-5/16" D
(64 H x 160 W x 160 D mm)
Building a submersible radio is no simple task! The QUEST is wrapped in a watertight
Flush-Mount Dimensions 2" H x 5-5/16" W x 5-1/8" D
case with conspicuous gasketing. The radio and all of its connections pass a rigid JIS (50 H x 136 W x 130 D mm)
standard for submersion. The result is a radio that will keep on talking even after a full
Weight 2.2 lbs (1 kg)
drenching.
Transmitter
Frequency Range 156.025 to 157.425 MHz
CHANNEL FUNCTION NAMES, NOAA WEATHER ALERT AND RF Output 25 W (Hi); 1 W (Lo)
FULL SCANNING CAPABILITIES Conducted Spurious Emissions 80 dB (Hi); 60 dB (Lo)
Don't know what a specific channel should be used for, the QUEST identifies on its Audio Response within +1/-3 of a 6 dB/octave
huge display the function each channel is intended for. The main purpose for marine pre-emphasis characteristic at 300 to 3000 Hz
VHF is safety. Program the active weather channel into scan and the QUEST can Audio Distortion 5%
intercept frequency-encoded regional emergency weather alerts to advise you of Modulation 16K0G3E, for DSC 16K0G2B
pending danger. In addition the QUEST is capable of monitoring one user selected Frequency Stability (–20° C to +50° C) ±0.0005 %
channel with 16 priority (DUAL WATCH) or scanning any number or combination of FM Hum and Noise 50 dB
channels with or without a priority channel (SCAN, PRIORITY SCAN). Receiver
Frequency Range 156.050 to 163.275 MHz
HUGE LCD Sensitivity
Visibility is no problem with an enormous LCD window with tall, wide digits and obvious 20 dB Quieting 0.35 µV
information flags that are easy to identify. The LCD and keypad feature 3-step 12 dB SINAD 0.25 µV
backlighting and 7 steps of LCD contrast adjustment. Squelch Sensitivity (Threshold) 0.13 µV
Modulation Acceptance Bandwidth ±7.5 kHz
Selectivity Spurious and Image Rejection –70 dB
Intermodulation and Rejection at 12 dB SINAD –70 dB
Audio Output 4W

Standard Horizon reserves the right to make changes and enhancements

to products at our discretion. Current specifications are therefore
subject to change without notice.

Marine Division of Vertex Standard A FAMILY OF COSMETICALLY MATCHED CHOICES

US Headquarters The QUEST is one member of the family of marine
10900 Walker Street, electronics from STANDARD HORIZON that includes:
Cypress, CA 90630 DIGITAL INSTRUMENTS GPS CHART PLOTTERS
Phone: 714/827-7600
Fax 800/552-6813
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.standardhorizon.com
2002.0910NA(U) B9200400 Printed in Japan