VHF Marine

 

 

 

 

 

 

Channel Assignments

 

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Channel

Channel Map

Frequency

Power

 

Number

USA

 

Int’l

Canada Transmit

Receive

Limits

 

01

 

 

156.050

160.650

 

 

01A

 

 

 

156.050

156.050

 

 

02

 

 

156.100

160.700

 

 

03

 

 

156.150

160.750

 

 

03A

 

 

 

156.150

156.150

 

 

04

 

 

 

156.200

160.800

 

 

04A

 

 

 

156.200

156.200

 

 

05

 

 

 

156.250

160.850

 

 

05A

 

 

156.250

156.250

 

 

06

 

156.300

156.300

 

 

07

 

 

 

156.350

160.950

 

 

07A

 

 

156.350

156.350

 

 

08

 

156.400

156.400

 

 

09

 

156.450

156.450

 

 

10

 

156.500

156.500

 

 

11

 

156.550

156.550

 

 

12

 

156.600

156.600

 

 

13

 

156.650

156.650

1 Watt USA and CAN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

14

 

156.700

156.700

 

 

15

 

 

 

Rx Only

156.750

 

 

15

 

 

156.750

156.750

1 Watt CAN and INT

 

16

 

156.800

156.800

 

 

17

 

156.850

156.850

1 Watt CAN

VHF Marine

Channel Assignments

VHF Marine Radio Protocols

Channel Use

01 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

01A Port Operations and Commercial, VTS in selected areas

02Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

03Public Correspondence (Marine Operator)

03A Government Only

04 Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement

04A West Coast (Coast Guard Only); East Coast (Commercial Fishing)

05Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement

05A Port Operations, VTS in selected areas

06Intership Safety

07Public Correspondence (Marine Operator), Port Operations, Ship Movement

07A Commercial

08Commercial (Intership Only)

09Boater Calling Channel, Non-Commercial (Recreational)

10Commercial

11Commercial, VTS in selected areas

12Port Operations, VTS in selected areas

13Intership Navigation Safety (Bridge-to-Bridge). In U.S. waters, large vessels maintain a listening watch on this channel.

14Port Operations, VTS in selected areas

15Environmental (Receive Only). Used by class C EPIRB’s.

15Canada (EPIRB Buoys Only); International (On-Board Communication)

16International Distress, Safety and Calling

17State Controlled (U.S.A. Only)

 

 

 

 

16 English

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Cobra Electronics MR HH400X VP warranty 03A Government Only, International Distress, Safety and Calling

MR HH400X VP specifications

The Cobra Electronics MR HH400X VP is a robust marine handheld VHF radio designed for boaters seeking reliable communication on the water. This compact device boasts a variety of features that enhance safety and convenience while navigating the seas.

One of the standout characteristics of the MR HH400X VP is its impressive 6 watts of power output, which allows for a longer communication range. Whether you're planning day trips near the shore or extended voyages further out, this radio ensures you can stay connected with fellow boaters or emergency services when needed.

The device is built with a waterproof rating of IPX7, which means it can withstand being submerged in water for up to 30 minutes. This durability makes it ideal for marine environments where exposure to the elements is a frequent concern. Additionally, the radio is equipped with a rugged construction that can resist drops and impacts, ensuring it can handle the rigors of any boating adventure.

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Another notable feature is the Cobra's Rewind-Say-Again function. This innovative technology allows users to replay the last 20 seconds of received transmissions, ensuring no important messages are missed. The bright backlit display and simple interface make it user-friendly, even in low-light conditions.

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