8. VHF Procedures
Using the VHF radio located at the Nav desk:
Familiarize yourself with the method for switching channels, and with the squelch and volume
controls on your radio. Most radios have a button to instantly select Channel 16
–
ensure you
understand how this operates or you could end up speaking on Ch. 16 when you think you are
on some other channel.
1.
Make sure the radio is switched on, volume quite high, power to high unless the station
you are calling is very close.
2.
Squelch up until loud hissing, and then back a little until the noise
just
stops.
3.
Select the channel for calling (Channel 16, unless specified otherwise).
4.
Press switch on microphone when speaking. Release immediately.
If no response then wait two minutes and repeat the call. If still no response, wait a further
two minutes before trying again. If calling on Channel 16, it is very important to switch to a
working channel after the contact is established. Do no use Channel 16 for your
conversations
–
this channel is for hailing and distress only.
Channels to use:
16
Hailing and Distress
74
Contact Horizon Yacht Charters (when in range)
12
Yacht Charter Companies working channel
–
assigned for yacht breakdown servicing
and emergency only
68
Marinas and Yacht Clubs
–
for lunch/dinner reservations etc.
06
Ship to Ship
–
along with Channel 68 and 77 can be used for contact between boats
CH/WX 06 for local marine forecast
In the event that your vessel is involved in a non-life threatening incident with an object or
with another vessel, it is important that you contact the Horizon Office immediately at 494
8787 or 542 8788. Please remember to get as much information as possible about your
location, the other vessel’s description and what damage has been do
ne to your vessel so that
we can best assist you.
Failure to report any accidents or incidents in a timely manner may result in
nullification of your hull damage insurance.
Power On/Off
and volume
control
Squelch
Channel up/down
Push-to-talk
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