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VHF Afloat

Obtain your radio license and operate a VHF radio set on your yacht or motorboat. This book explains how to use a VHF radio on your boat. It covers licensing the boat and the operator, then takes you through each type of call, and its `standard procedure`. You can also call using Digital Selective Calling (DSC) and the book has photo sequences of how to do this. Each procedure is illustrated using the story of the yacht Sierra making various passages and communicating with other vessels, the Coastguard and other VHF operators such as yacht clubs. Probably the most important section is sending a Mayday - the nautical call for help. This 3rd edition contains all relevant updates including the latest technology developments, and VHF protocols.* Recommended for the Short Range Certificate*
Helps you pass the exam* Excellent reference book to keep on board* Fully illustrated step-by-step guides to every VHF procedure* Fun animations to describe new topics and concepts* Covers DSC, SARTS, EPIRBs, NAVTEX and CG66
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Obtain your radio license & operate a VHF radio set on your yacht or motorboat. This book explains how to use a VHF radio on your boat. It covers licensing the boat & the operator, then takes you through each type of call, & its `standard procedure`. You can also call using Digital Selective Calling (DSC) & the book has photo sequences of how to do this. Each procedure is illustrated using the story of the yacht Sierra making various passages & communicating with other vessels, the Coastguard & other VHF operators such as yacht clubs. Probably the most important section is sending a Mayday
- the nautical call for help. This 3rd edition contains all relevant updates including the latest technology developments, & VHF protocols.* Recommended for the Short Range Certificate* Helps you pass the exam* Excellent reference book to keep on board* Fully illustrated step-by-step guides to every VHF procedure* Fun animations to describe new topics & concepts* Covers DSC, SARTS, EPIRBs, NAVTEX & CG66

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Stanfords
Stanfords was established in 1853 and opened their iconic Covent Garden flagship store in 1901. They have become the top retailer of maps, travel books and accessories in the UK and arguably offer the largest selection of maps and travel books worldwide. Famous names such as Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Ranulph Fiennes and Michael Palin have purchased from Stanfords. They now have a shop in Bristol and both stores together with other venues operate a calendar of events including talks, book signings and exhibitions. As a specialist map retailer, the map selection is comprehensive and includes road maps, street maps and walking maps from worldwide destinations, as well as a selection of world atlases and wall maps. Books include travel guides and travel literature. Stanfords also stock globes, from miniatures made of blue marble to magnificent floor-standing globes. The website features a selection of interesting articles on travel topics.
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