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VHF Marine
Channel Assignments
VHF Marine Channel Assignments
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Three (3) sets of VHF
Channel Maps
have been established for marine use
internationally, in Canada and in the U.S.A. Most of the channels are the
same for all three (3) maps, but there are definite differences (see table on
the following pages). Your radio has all three (3) maps built into it and will
operate correctly in whichever area you choose. When shipped from
the factory, your radio will be set to the International Channel Map.
(See page 36 for instructions on how to change the Channel Map.)
The following is a brief outline of the channel assignments in the
International Channel Map.
Distress, Safety and Calling
Channel 16
Getting the attention of another station (calling) or in emergencies
(distress and safety).
Intership Safety
Channel 6
Ship-to-ship safety messages and for search and rescue messages to
coastguard ships and aircraft.
On-Board Communication
Channel 15
Used for communication between parts of large ships.
Non-Commercial
Channels 68, 72
Working channels for small vessels. Messages must be about needs
of the vessel, such as fishing reports, berthing and rendezvous.
Use Channel 72 only for ship-to-ship messages.
Commercial
Channels 8, 9, 10, 11, 17, 67, 88, 88A
Working channels for working ships only. Messages must be about business or
needs of the ship. Use Channels 8, 67, 88 and 88A only for ship-to-ship messages.
VHF Marine Radio Protocols
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