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West Marine VHF250 Radio Owner’s Manual
Maritime Radio Services Operation
Warning!
This transmitter operates on channels/frequencies
that have restricted use in the United States. The channel
assignments include frequencies assigned for exclusive
use of the U.S. Coast Guard, use in Canada, and use in
international waters. Operation on these frequencies without
proper authorization is strictly forbidden. For frequencies/
channels that are currently for use in the U.S. without an
individual license, please contact the FCC Call Center
at 1-888-CALL-FCC (1-888-225-5322).
For individuals requiring a license, such as commercial
users, you should obtain a license application from your
nearest FCC
fi
eld of
fi
ce (for US users) or Industry Canada
(for Canadian users).
FCC/Industry Canada Information
Certi
fi
cation FCC Part 80 or RSS-182/188
Output Power 5W
Emission 16K0F3E, 16K0F2D
Transmitter Frequency Range - VHF: 156.025 to 157.425
MHz; FRS: 462.5625-467.7125 MHz
This device complies with Part 80 of the
FCC Rules
, as
well as Part 15 of the
FCC Rules
. Operation is subject
to the condition that this device does not cause harmful
interference.
Unauthorized changes or modi
fi
cations to this equipment
may void compliance with the FCC Rules. Any change or
modi
fi
cation must be approved in writing by West Marine.
Changes or modi
fi
cations not approved by West Marine
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.