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Channel 1: 2182 kHz This is an ultra short range distress channel
likely to have no further range than VHF Channel 16.
Channels 2-6: These are simplex distress channels monitored
continuously by our US Coast Guard at various locations throughout
the country. Medium range frequency 8291 kHz, and longer range
frequency 12,290 kHz, are best when cruising well offshore.
Channels 8-12: Here is where you can tune in US Coast Guard
automated weather broadcasts. These are not continuous, so dial
around on the hour and half-hour until you pick up a local or distant
weather report.
Channel 13-20: These are American and Canadian powerful time
signal frequencies. This is a good way to check your antenna’s
reception capability. 10,000 kHz (10 MHz) and 15,000 kHz (15 MHz)
time signals from WWV should come in relatively loud and clear
throughout the USA during the day and evening. Cycle off
refrigeration, battery charger, florescent lights, and small motors to
see how reception can improve with noise makers shut down!
Channels 21-34: This is the last remaining high seas voice long
range telephone service on the air in the United States. Station WLO
transmits centrally from Mobile, Alabama serving the Atlantic and
Caribbean areas and station KLB transmits from the Northwest to
extend reception out into the Pacific. For more information on their
regular weather forecasts on these channels, go to
www.WLORadio.com
WLO welcomes radio checks.