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Can I use a handheld VHF DSC for ATIS?
- Mar 13,2021
- Leeric
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- Maritime knowledge
Automatic Transmitter Identification System (ATIS) is equipment developed to identify vessels travelling on the inland waterways of several European countries. These countries together form the Regional Arrangement Concerning the Radiotelephone Service on Inland Waterways, or RAINWAT. ...
Marine VHF radio for leisure sailors
- Nov 18,2021
- Leeric
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- Maritime knowledge
There are many ways to communicate with others at sea ranging from signal flags to satellite phones. While it is not a legal requirement in most countries, leisure sailors are strongly encouraged to use a VHF DSC (Digital Selective Calling) Radio as their primary means of communication, since this is used by the rescue authorities and commercial shipping. ...