United States Power Squadrons

The new digital Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) is revolutionising emergency communications and international search-and-rescue at sea. Clearly and concisely, this one-of-a-kind guide presents what you should know about using digital marine radios for emergency assistance and enhanced safety.

A CD-ROM is included with the book. This includes a simulated marine radio with digital capability, to show how the system works.

128pp, paperback, CD included.

by R Sweet

On the spot reference is ideal for boaters who need a convenient, accessible, and utterly streamlined information resource.

Designed for onboard quick reference each QuickGuide includes: 14 panels of concise information yet has a folded size of just 4" x 9", hinged, laminated construction makes them durable and waterproof, carefully organised and richly illustrated in colour for instant, easy answers, at-your-fingertips format ideal for emergency situations.

US publication

By Mike Harris
Marine radio, email, satellite and Internet services.

A complete guide to all forms of communication at sea. It examines the international marine use of cell phones, satellites, amateur radio and email. Cuts through the jargon to enable readers make the right choice for their needs.

Appendices on radio proceedure, tables of radio frequencies and weather broadcast times etc.

234x156mm 192p 70 photos & illus. Pb

RRP £14.99 OUR PRICE £11.99

by Denise Brehaut
3rd edition

This updated new edition explains the operation of the GMDSS system as a whole and the procedures involved, as well as covering the syllabi of the General Operator's Certificate (GOC), the Long Range Certificate (LRC), and the Restricted Operators Certificate (ROC). An invaluable reference for both exam candidates and equipment users alike.

130pp, 234x156mm, b/w line drawings, (paperback)

RRP £15.99 OUR PRICE £12.99

Third edition
By J. Michael Gale

This is a guide to Single Side Band Radio and Ocean Communications for sail under power. It has been completely rewritten and laid out in a new format, and explains how SSB works, how to choose and install your set, how to operate it and how to get your operator's qualification.

Full colour, 96pp, paperback

RRP £14.95 OUR PRICE £11.99

by Sue Fletcher

A user-friendly guide that gets marine VHF radio users up to speed in using both analogue and digital functions on the radio. It describes the leisure craft VHF DSC radio system in detail and its place within GMDSS.

All the information to pass the Short Range Certificate (SRC)with useful Question and Answer sections.
Full explanation of GMDSS. Details on EPIRBs, SARTs and Navtex.

This handbook has been written in a straightforward, non-technical yet entertaining way, and is very well illustrated with full colour diagrams.

145pp, paperback, 2nd edition

RRP £12.99 OUR PRICE £10.45

by Tim Bartlett

This guide explains how to use short range radios to contact coastguards and other boats. It constitutes essential background reading for a VHF course.

Paperback, colour illustrations, 90pp, 2006.

By J. Payne
2006
A concise, compact, and fully illustrated easy reference book. Covers the following topics:
GMDSS Communications, EPIRBs, PLBs, SARTs, RTEs, NAVTEX
VHF Radio Communications,
SSB/HF Radio Communications
Amateur (Ham) Radio
Short Wave Radio, Email Services and Internet, Satellite Communications, Weatherfax

Pb. 112pp 216x137 mms

By Sara Hopkinson
3rd Ed.
2008

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) includes photo sequences on this.

Each procedure is illustrated. Includes sending a Mayday. This 3rd edition contains all relevant updates including the latest technology developments, and VHF protocols.

Recommended for the Short Range Certificate. Covers DSC, SARTS, EPIRBs, NAVTEX and CG66

Pb. 240x171mm 80pp 88 colour photos and diagrams

RRP £11.99 OUR PRICE £9.99

By Sara Hopkinson
2nd Ed.
How to make each type of VHF call: Mayday, Pan-Pan, ship to ship etc. Covers DSC and is a useful revision for the Short Range Certificate.

24p 36 colour photos 24 diag.

This CD covers every element of the RYA short range course. Extensive use of video showing detailed use of most types of radio, the calls and everyday use.

High quality simulators used for VHF and DSC radios.

Interactive training with animation and simulation. Covers all VHF GMDSS radio procedures and is excellent preparation for the VHF Short Range Certificate (SRC). Actually simulates DSC radio equipment on your PC allowing the user to gain valuble exeperience in digital selective calling at a minimal cost and without the risk of false alerts.

This contains the VHF DSC Tutor described above, plus a full step by step tutorial and a complete DSC radio simulator as used on all RYA courses.