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6.13 OPERATING ON CHANNEL 13
Channel 13 is used at docks, bridges and for maneuvering in port. Messages
on this channel must concern navigation only, such as meeting and passing in
restricted waters. In emergencies and when approaching blind river bends,
High power is allowed. Pressing the [
H/L
(
)] key will change the power out-
put from Low Power (1 Watt) to High (5 Watts). When you change from this
channel then return to it, low power will be automatically selected.
6.14 OPERATING ON CHANNEL 67
When channel 67 is used for navigational bridge-to-bridge traffic between ships,
Normal, High or Medium power may be used temporarily (in the USA band) by
pressing the [
H/L
(
)] key. When you select this channel again, the trans-
ceiver will revert to low power.
