Marine vhf 187 channels listed here are the canadian recognized 25khz spaced channels from 1 to 87, and are the most widely used. These new channels are numbered in the 200 series, and they are spaced at 12. Communications between vessels commercial and recreational, and ship to coast calling channel in designated uscg districts. The letter b indicates simplex use of the coast station transmit side of an international duplex channel.
Frequencies and spacing marine vhf channels are between 156. Some channels are not available in all areas or regions and are noted as such in the description field. Channels go in a sequencing number from channel 1 to 28 and then 60 to 88, between 28 and 60 are private channels. For completeness usa channels are shown, 109 to 119 are actually duplex channels. The vhf marine band is divided into channels, the frequency and number of which may vary from country to country. Vhf marine radio working channels pats boating in canada. It is also used, with slightly different regulation, on rivers and lakes.
Vhf channels, marine radio channels for boaters salt. Very high frequency vhf marineband radios have been around for many years and remain the primary means of communication for vessels throughout the united states. If you call on channel 16, before speaking, find a clear working channel to switch to, and prepare remarks to ensure that no time is wasted on a busy channel. Here are the most commonly used channels on united states waters. American association of railroads channel allocation pdf. Here are vhf fm noncommercial channels recreational boaters may use in specific situations. It is the only communication device many pleasure boats are equipped with, and it is required by law before you can put any other marine radio aboard. New ray63 dualstation vhf radio with gps raymarine.
Spot checking other frequencieschannels shows other errors. I could only hear if i had the microphone plugged in. Some channels are simplex, meaning the radio transmits and receives on the same frequency. Vhf stands for very high frequency, and its used for shiptoship, shiptoshore, and even shiptoaircraft twoway communications. This list is presented by cps, your rocm course provider, for information only, and may change without notice. Vhf marine radio channels for recreational boaters boatbeat. According to the us coast guard, recreational boats under 65. My stock config file us marine frequencies includes includes a k23 at 161. This channel is monitored by the us and canadian coast guard 24hours a day. Channels 68, 69, 71, 72, and 78a are considered noncommercial channels, and in most areas, 68 and 72 are commonly used by the recreationalboating community.
Federal communications commission regulations require boaters having vhf radios to maintain a watch on either channel 9 or channel. Buying a marine vhf radio vhf radios cost less than a modern smartphone and are much more useful at sea. It uses fm channels in the very high frequency vhf radio band in the frequency range between 156 and 174 mhz, inclusive. Marine radios operate very much like your typical landbased two way radio, but with some differences in channels, wattage, range and features. Some channels are simplex s, same frequency used for transmission and reception. Marine vhf radio channels the chart below summarizes a portion of the fcc rules 47 cfr 80. For now, our club will hail primarily on channel 9 and 69.
Transmission on frequencies or channels shown in blue are not allowed within u. Available only in new orleans lower mississippi area. Vhf marine channels are different than those used for land based radios and are specifically for use in marine environments. A channels are generally only used in the united states, and use is normally not recognized or allowed outside the u. This list is presented by cps, your rocm course provider, for information only, and may change without. The marine vhf channels are divided into operational categories, based on the types of messages that are appropriate for each channel, and are available for the shared use of all boaters. E32 west marine vhf160 radio owners manual us marine channels chrx freqtx freq status name 65a 156. Recreational vessel radio channels and ship to coast. Communications between vessels commercial and recreational, and ship to coast calling channel in designated uscg districts channel. The maritime industry operates on the vhf very high frequency. International vhf marine radio channels and frequencies the following table is adapted from the international telecommunications union radio regulations appendix s18, including changes adopted by the 1997 world radio conference. Ships 20m length maintain a listening watch on this channel in us waters. Some vhf transceivers are equipped with an international u.
Mrv covers the victorian coastline, up to 20 nautical miles from the coast on the vhf emergency channels and out to 200 miles for the hf emergency frequencies. Say united states coast guard three times say this is and the name of your vessel three times. Marine vhf radio channel frequencies us s simplex d duplex vts vessel traf. New maritime vhf channels which are interleaved between the existing channels are now available for use by suitably equipped vessels in some areas of the world. All radios can listen or talk to all other radios on these channels. It is used for a wide variety of purposes, including marine navigation and traffic control, summoning rescue services and communicating with harbours, locks, bridges and marinas. Anglers should practice proper radio etiquette and use the correct marine channel when communicating via vhf radio on the water. In eec countries, channels are standardised, but there may still be differences for some countries. The lowly vhf radio remains the most versatile communication device for a boat. This is the international hailing and distress frequency. Marine vhf radio channels the chart below summarizes a portion of the fcc rules 47cfr 80. Only vhf radios designed for the sea will withstand sea spray, saltwater and harsh sun. Vhf radios should be your goto device in an emergency unless you are practically shouting distance from shore. To talk to another vessel channel 9 in some areas say the other vessels name three times.
Vhf marine channel number authorized use 16 international distress, safety and hailing. Here are vhffm noncommercial channels recreational boaters may use in specific situations. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, cps does not guarantee or warrant that the. Channel 22 coast guard working channel, the one where safety broadcasts are made after they alert you on channel 16 and ask you to switch over. In victoria, vhf and hf emergency radio traffic is monitored and recorded by marine radio victoria mrv 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. Marine vhf channels marine vhf radio is a channelized system making the radios relatively easy to use. Marine channels scanner frequencies and radio frequency reference. The marine industry specifically uses the vhf frequency range for communication. Mar 09, 2020 when youre out on the water, its essential that youre familiar with vhf marine radio frequencies and channels. All available us, international and canadian vhf marine bands. Epirb emergency position indicating radio beacon ch ships 20m length maintain a listening watch on this channel.
Vhf marine radio channels for the san francisco bay area. The chart below summarizes a portion of the fcc rules 47 cfr 80. Uniden um435 advanced fixed mount vhf marine radio, all usainternationalcanadian marine channels including new 4digit, cdn b channels, 1 watt25 watt power, waterproof ipx8. Provided as a free public service to boating communities nationwide, sea tows innovative automated radio check service reduces the volume of nonurgent communications traffic on vhf channel 16, the international hailing and distress channel, while still allowing you to perform the check to ensure that your radio is functioning properly. Visit a specialist marine retailer to discuss what the best vhf radio for your boating activities is. Most other radios operate on uhf ultra high frequency. Its important that boaters use the correct channel when communicating on a vhf very high frequency marine band radio. Marine channels scanner frequencies and radio frequency. You wont be using the vast majority of channels on your vhf. These radios operate using vhf frequencies from 156 to 174 mhz. Marine vhf radio channel frequencies us radar, tv and radio.
Strictly for navigational purposes by commercial, military, and recreational vessels at bridges, locks, and harbors. Channel number ship transmit mhz ship receive mhz use. International vhf marine radio channels and frequencies. Vhf marine radio channels united states power squadrons. But remember that the vhf is officially for operational purposes. Most vhf radios on the market today have in excess of twentyfive usable channels. United states vhf marine frequency list channel number ship transmit mhz ship receive mhz description of communications 1a 156. The large number of blue channels and frequencies indicates the shortage of vhf maritime spectrum in the u. Vhf channels, marine radio channels for boaters salt water. Available only in new orleanslower mississippi area. Ordering the stock file in channel sequence vice frequency is more user friendly. Vhf marine radio channel reference raynor maritime. Marine vhf radio equipment is installed on all large ships and most seagoing small craft. When youre out on the water, its essential that youre familiar with vhf marine radio frequencies and channels.
The first baofeng bff8hp i recieved had a problem with the sound on it. The following table is adapted from the international telecommunications union radio regulations appendix s18, including changes adopted by the 1997 world radio conference. Marine vhf radio is a worldwide system of two way radio transceivers on ships and watercraft used for bidirectional voice communication from shiptoship, shiptoshore for example with harbormasters, and in certain circumstances shiptoaircraft. Technical requirements for the operation of mobile stations in the maritime service issued by industry canada, spectrum management. Spot checking other frequencies channels shows other errors. You must choose a channel which is available for the type of message you want to send. Marine radio uses narrow band frequency modulation nfm for voice communications, and can be received by most analog radio scanners. Vhf marine radio channels and frequencies hf single sideband maritime radiotelephone channels channel number ship transmit mhz ship receive mhz use 01a 156. Ship radio stations federal communications commission.
Used by marine operators, for example sea tow does there free automated radio check on channels 24,25,26,27,28, 84 depending what area you are in. Guidelines for the use of marine vhf radio vhf equipment should be used correctly and in accordance with fcc radio regulations. The number of channels and their frequencies differ from country to country. The charts below detail the current fcc regs for the use of channels on vhf marine radios. A list of marine vhf radio channels and frequencies. New ray63 dualstation vhf radio with gps raymarine a.
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