Ian Waugh - A Mariner\'s Guide to Marine Communications

PART 3

Chapter 6

The Marine VHF Radio Installation

A MARINE VHF RADIO OFFERS SHORT-RANGE COMMUNICATIONS between
ships; from ship-ta-shore; and from shore-ta-ship. Radio channels are
available for Distress, Urgency, Safety and 'Other' (routine) calls. This

chapter explains the marine VHF Radio network; VHF radio

propagation; the components of a ship-borne Marine VHF radio

installation; equipment operation and controls; and regular maintenance
and checks.

The Marine VHF Radio Network

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