Nexus 21 NX1000 operation manual Operation Rules, Priorities, Privacy, Radio licenses

VHF NX1000

1 OPERATION RULES

1.1Priorities

•Read all rules and regulations pertaining to priorities and keep an up- to-date copy handy. Safety and distress calls take priority over all others.

•You must monitor Channel 16 when you are not operating on another channel.

•False or fraudulent distress calls are prohibited under law.

1.2Privacy

•Information overheard but not intended for you cannot lawfully be used in any way.

•Indecent or profane language is forbidden.

1.3Radio licenses

1.3.1Ship station license

When your craft is equipped with a VHF FM transceiver you must be in possession of a current radio station license before using the transceiver. It is unlawful to operate a ship station which is not licensed. Inquire through your dealer or the appropriate government agency for a Ship-Radiotelephone license. This license includes the call sign that is your craft’s identification for radio purposes.

1.3.2Operator’s license

A restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit is the license most often held by small vessel radio operators when a radio is not required for safety purposes. The Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit must be posted near the transceiver or be kept with the operator. Only a licensed radio operator may operate a transceiver. However, non- licensed individuals may talk over a transceiver if a licensed operator starts, supervises, ends the call and makes the necessary log entries. A current copy of the applicable government rules and regulations is only required to be on hand for vessels in which a radio telephone is compulsory. However, even if you are not required to have these on hand it is your responsibility to be thoroughly acquainted with all pertinent rules and regulations.

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