using my 2 way radio

[coolbri70]

where can i find info on radio use? i had a cb at one time, there was a lingo to it and handles the trucks would stay on 19 the state police monitored 9 etc. is there a similar method to the boat radio? i notice 3 i think is a weather service, do other channels have specific users? is there a protocol for using? do you use handles? by handle i mean username/knickname

 

[NYBo]

Re: using my 2 way radio

Start here: BoatUS - BoatTech - VHF Basics by Don Casey

In general, you monitor and initiate contact channel 16 (unless otherwise prearranged), and use your boat name.

Here's a list of channels and their designated purposes: U.S. VHF Channels

 

[coolbri70]

Re: using my 2 way radio

Start here: BoatUS - BoatTech - VHF Basics by Don Casey

In general, you monitor and initiate contact channel 16 (unless otherwise prearranged), and use your boat name.

Here's a list of channels and their designated purposes: U.S. VHF Channels

thanks, precisely what i was looking for

 

[wrench 3]

Re: using my 2 way radio

I think Canada has a better idea. You need a "restricted operators permit (maritime)" to transmit on VHF.

 

[coolbri70]

Re: using my 2 way radio

i see it's not for shooting the breeze, operational or distress only

 

[NYBo]

Re: using my 2 way radio

i see it's not for shooting the breeze, operational or distress only

Correct.

 

[sasto]

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I think Canada has a better idea. You need a "restricted operators permit (maritime)" to transmit on VHF.

We had that here in the States some time back. I'm not so sure about the "better idea". I used to have a permit as required. Now that it is not required anymore, I find more folks using them.

i see it's not for shooting the breeze, operational or distress only

Sure you can " shoot the breeze"....on certain channels. While offshore fishing, captains and fishermen jabberjaw all day on an approved channel. I prefer a VHF over a cell phone anyday. Grab the mic....push a button talk....release....listen......She is right in front of me and becomes second nature.

Now. Martinsburg? I would think a VHF would be popular. I guess it depends on where you are boating. There are many places you can launch your vessel from where you are at. Been a few years, but really enjoy that place.

Gook Luck!

 

[hungupthespikes]

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^^^^+2 on "shoot the breeze" on the right channels.
I don't, just a radio check to CG when going out.

When the perch are running on Lake Erie you won't find an empty second on the radio to jump in, to talk.
School of perch can be miles long x miles wide, so the boys do get excited. Where are they and where are they headed?
Just fun to listen.
Walleye, now that's worth getting excited about.
huts

 

[Outsider]

Re: using my 2 way radio

DO NOT, repeat, DO NOT use 'CB lingo' on a VHF unless you've got thick skin, Good Buddy ... :facepalm:

 

[sasto]

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DO NOT, repeat, DO NOT use 'CB lingo' on a VHF unless you've got thick skin, Good Buddy ... :facepalm:

10-4.....Uh....I mean, copy. Over.

 

[coolbri70]

Re: using my 2 way radio

Breaker, breaker, 16 how bout ya west bound, ya got a smokey waitin on the north bank just outside the no wake zone, an if you got your hammer down he'll make you frown

 

[sasto]

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I know we are having some fun here, but, to tell you the truth....Proper lingo and courtey on a VHF transmission goes a long way in defineing you. Short, and to the point. Learn them. The real boating community respects that. Many haven't met you!

....then all heck brakes loose at the dock! Do whatca want.

Over and out.

 

[coolbri70]

Re: using my 2 way radio

i don't think i will bother to switch it on unless i need it, is there a proper way to test to see if its working? how far am i getting out?

 

[rbh]

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Lets see, basic radio lingo.

Identify yourself= person you want to talk with "this is" -Bob-"over"
your finished your sentance and want a reply=over
You understand what the other guy said=Roger
The other guys conversation was only half understood=Say again (repeat means you want another birage of arty dropped on a position, don't use that)
End the conversation =out (not over and out or your putting the conversation back in the other guys court)

Spell Phoneticaly a=alpha b=bravo ETC

 

[sasto]

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In your area......Go to channel 16 and hail SeaTow or Towboat US. Once they answer, ask them what working channel they wish to switch to.

SeaTow, SeaTow, Cool.....1.....6.....over.

 

[wrench 3]

Re: using my 2 way radio

i don't think i will bother to switch it on unless i need it, is there a proper way to test to see if its working? how far am i getting out?

It's a better idea to monitor CH16. I imagine it's the same down there, the coast guard will announce any hazards to shipping, severe weather warnings, etc.. Also you may pick up a call for assistance from another vessel in your area.

 

[JoLin]

Re: using my 2 way radio

It's a better idea to monitor CH16. I imagine it's the same down there, the coast guard will announce any hazards to shipping, severe weather warnings, etc.. Also you may pick up a call for assistance from another vessel in your area.

If you have a working VHF on board, you are REQUIRED to monitor channel 16 when not using another channel. It's obviously not an enforceable rule, but it's there.

Agree with Sasto about using the VHF correctly... it DOES say something about you.

 

[wrench 3]

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If you have a working VHF on board, you are REQUIRED to monitor channel 16 when not using another channel. It's obviously not an enforceable rule, but it's there.

In Canada it's only commercial vessels that are required to monitor 16.
One advantage of having to write a test, most people learn the regulations.

 

[82rude]

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wrench 3 ,are you saying if i want to put a vhf radio in my boat i have to write a test?i smell money grab.is their a fine if you ignore that or is it even enforced.

 

[wrench 3]

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wrench 3 ,are you saying if i want to put a vhf radio in my boat i have to write a test?i smell money grab.is their a fine if you ignore that or is it even enforced.

You can install and listen to the VHF but you are supposed to have a license to transmit a message. I believe the test is still free and the license is for life. There are organizations like the Canadian Power Squadroned who charge for a training coarse, But I just got a book and studied.
There is a fine, but I don't know how they would enforce it.