RYA GMDSS VHF (DSC) Short Range Radio Course

 

The ICOM VHF (DSC) SRC Radio.

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This course leads to the acquisition of a "Very High Frequency, Digital Selective Calling, Short Range Certificate". Once an individual has acquired their licence it will remain valid for the duration of his or her interest in sailing. Owners of British flagged vessels must also make sure the equipment meets the necessary 'European' type approval, 'CE mark' and has a valid "Ship Radio Licence".  It would also be a good idea to make sure the radio will "talk to" the owners G.P.S. navigation instrument. This can be checked at the time of purchase by confirming the two pieces of electronic equipment use the same N.M.E.A; (National Marine Electronics Association) The current standard is 0183 Ver 2 but if you are buying new equipment to link up with older electronics you should make sure which version the older equipment uses, as they must match.

This is a one day course for those with no prior experience of VHF radio telecommunications. However, for those who own an old style restricted VHF licence, the 'upgrade' to the new type licence can be covered in half a day.

We do not run these courses on a continuous basis, the maximum number we can accommodate would be eight and the minimum four, please send an email using the query link below to establish availability.

 

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