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8.4 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE
Refer to the VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART (page 62) for instructions on use
of simplex and duplex channels.
NOTE
All channels are factory-programmed in accordance with International,
Industry Canada (Canada), and FCC (USA) regulations. Mode of opera-
tion cannot be altered from simplex to duplex or vice-versa.
8.5 INTERNATIONAL, USA, AND CANADA MODE
1. To change the modes, hold the [ 16/9
] key and
press the [ CLR
(
WX
)] key. The mode changes
from “International” to “Canadian” to “USA” with
each press of the [
CLR
(
WX
)] key.
2. “ INTL ” will be displayed for International mode,
“ CAN ” will be displayed for Canadian mode, and
“ USA ” will be displayed on the LCD for USA mode.
3. Refer to the VHF MARINE CHANNEL CHART
(page 62) for allocated channels in each mode.
NOTE
This function does not work depending on the
transceiver’s version.
8.6 EMERGENCY
(
CHANNEL 16 USE
)
Channel 16 is known as the Hail and Distress Channel. An emergency is de-
fined as a threat to life or property. In such instances, be sure the transceiver is
on and set to CHANNEL 16. Then use the following procedure:
1. Press the microphone push-to-talk switch and say “ Mayday , Mayday , May-
day . This is , , ” (your vessel’s name).
2. Then repeat once: “ Mayday , ” (your vessel’s name).
3. Now report your position in latitude/longitude, or by giving a true or mag-
netic bearing (state which) to a well-known landmark such as a navigation
aid or geographic feature such as an island or harbour entry.
4. Explain the nature of your distress (sinking, collision, aground, fire, heart
attack, life-threatening injury, etc.).
5. State the kind of assistance you desire (pumps, medical aid, etc.).
6. Report the number of persons aboard and condition of any injured.
7. Estimate the present seaworthiness and condition of your vessel.
I
NTERNATIONAL
M
ODE
C
ANADIAN
M
ODE
USA M
ODE