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Regulations and Safety Warnings
How can a MMSI be applied for?
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority allocates MMSI. To apply for an
MMSI complete the MMSI Application form available for download via
www.amsa.gov.au/mmsi.
This page has important information about MMSI
and DSC radio.
What qualifications are needed to operate a VHF DSC radio?
The minimum qualification to operate a VHF radio with or without DSC is a
Marine Radio Operator’s VHF Certificate of Proficiency (MROVCP). VHF
radios are covered by a Class License so an individual station license is no
longer required.
The Marine Radio Operator’s Handbook produced by the Australian Maritime
College provides further information about qualifications, licensing and DSC
operations. It is available at
www.amcom.amc.edu.au
Antenna Selection and Installation
Your UM425 has been designed to accommodate all of the popular marine VHF
antennas. However, the selection and the proper installation of the antenna is the
responsibility of the user or installer.
The antenna used with this radio should be installed using the following guidelines to
ensure a safe distance between the antenna and persons close by.
Small whip antennas (3 dB) or smaller should be installed with at least 1m away
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from any area where people are likely to be.
Larger antennas (6 dB or 9 dB) should be installed with at least 2m away.
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While the radio is transmitting, do not come closer to the antenna than the
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recommended safe distance.
Do not touch the antenna when the radio is powered on and might begin
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transmitting.
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