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mission by stating your Call Sign and the word “ out ”. Note that it is not neces-
sary to state your Call Sign with each transmission, only at the beginning and
end of the contact.
Remember to return to Channel 16 when not using another channel.
3.5 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
key will change the power output 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.
3.6 OPERATING ON CHANNEL 67
When channel 67 is used for navigational bridge-to-bridge traffic between ships,
High power may be used temporarily (in the USA band) by pressing the
key. When the
PTT (
) switch is released, the transceiver will revert to low
power.
3.7 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX CHANNEL USE
Refer to the section “ 9. VHF MARINE CHANNEL ASSIGNMENT ” for instruc-
tions on use of simplex and duplex channels.
NOTE
All channels are factory-programmed in accordance with FCC, Industry
Canada, and International regulations. The mode of operation cannot
be altered from simplex to duplex or vice-versa. Simplex (ship to ship)
or duplex (marine operator) mode is automatically activated, depending
on the channel and whether the USA, Canadian or International operat-
ing band is selected.