Radio Use

Logging On and Off

This message should be sent before going to sea in order to check your radio rather than trying when you are in trouble, and then finding that nobody can hear you.

IMPORTANT NOTE

If you LOG ON with a base station, make sure you LOG OFF when you arrive at your destination to avoid unnecessary searches. If you are unable to reach your base, ask another base or boat to relay your message. ALSO, leave your radio on Channel 27.90 or 27.88 while at sea, in order that you can be contacted if necessary.

Example on Logon Message

WOODMANS 345:	VH6CL VH6CL VH6CL This is Woodmans 345. OVER.
VH6CL:	Woodmans 345, This is VH6CL. Go ahead please.
WOODMANS 345:	VH6CL, This is Woodmans 345. We are leaving Cockburn Marina heading for Carnac Island. We have 3 P.O.B (persons on board). 50 Litres of fuel, Marine and harbours number 12345. Our E.T.R. (Estimated Time of Arrival) will be 11am (1100 hrs).
VH6CL:	Woodmans 345, This is VH6CL. Message received. VH6CL standing by.

Example of Log Off Message

WOODMANS 345:	VH6CL VH6CL VH6CL This is Woodmans 345. OVER.
VH6CL:	Woodmans 345, This is VH6CL. Go ahead please.
WOODMANS 345:	VH6CL, This is Woodmans 345. We have arrived at Carnac Island. Thank you for your coverage. OUT.
VH6CL:	Woodmans 345, This is VH6CL. Message received. VH6CL standing by.

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