JRC JHS-207, Instruction Manual

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14 Channels and frequencies
Important
Regulations for the use of VHF radios varies from country to country. Check the national
radio requirements for VHF radio operators and ensure this radio conforms to all the local
regulations, prior to use.
The channel frequencies listed in this manual reflect only as they are available and
displayed on the radio.
Some previously available channels may not be available for use in your region.
For example, Channel 23, 84 and 86 are no longer used for either Maritime
Safety Information (MSI) or Radio Medical Advice.
Important
Due to the introduction of new services on frequencies that were previously used by
maritime voice communications, you must refer to your local regulations to find out which
channels you can use.
These maritime frequency channel changes commenced 1 January 2017. This will be a
gradual and ongoing process, with different regulations around the world.
The new four digit channel number format is not available on this radio.
Simplex use of the ship station (transmit side) of what was the international
duplex channel is marked as “A” on the radio. The new channel format adds the
number 10 in front of the channel (for example, channel 5A will be the same as
channel 1005).
Simplex use of the coast station (transmit side) of what the international duplex
channel is marked as “B” on the radio. The new channel format adds the number
20 in front of the channel (for example, channel 5B will be the same as 2005).