JayGee Posted October 27, 2020 Share Posted October 27, 2020 Hi All, I bought a chinese VHF portable handset. It comes without channels pre-configured, but its easy enough to do with opensource software called CHIRP. I have found a list of channels here https://www.acma.gov.au/vhf-maritime-mobile-band-channel-allocations But I am thinking I only really need a few of those. Which ones are essential (besides 16) ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickmarlin62 Posted October 27, 2020 Share Posted October 27, 2020 Central coast n port stephens we use 80 the booster transponder is on 80 not sure on sydney but i think 72 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingie chaser Posted October 27, 2020 Share Posted October 27, 2020 9 hours ago, JayGee said: Hi All, I bought a chinese VHF portable handset. It comes without channels pre-configured, but its easy enough to do with opensource software called CHIRP. I have found a list of channels here https://www.acma.gov.au/vhf-maritime-mobile-band-channel-allocations But I am thinking I only really need a few of those. Which ones are essential (besides 16) ? Did you read this? https://www.acma.gov.au/beware-two-way-radios-overseas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayGee Posted October 28, 2020 Author Share Posted October 28, 2020 @kingie chaser Thanks for the heads up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dunc333 Posted October 28, 2020 Share Posted October 28, 2020 far out let us know if yours complys jaygee ,i hope its not a bumber purchase Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayGee Posted October 28, 2020 Author Share Posted October 28, 2020 @dunc333 Mine almost certainly doesn't comply. But it was only 50 bux delivered, and will be fit for purpose (having a play with). It can also be programmed to normal CB radio freqs too so its not entirely worthless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smobaby Posted October 28, 2020 Share Posted October 28, 2020 Don’t forget you need a license to operate a VHF radio. This is a required safety device, it may save your life. Don’t skimp out too late when you need it. Channels 16-67 distress and calling there are several working channels required for communication and repeater channels best off having all A’s per acma requirements Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredflathead Posted October 29, 2020 Share Posted October 29, 2020 17 hours ago, Smobaby said: Don’t forget you need a license to operate a VHF radio. This is a required safety device, it may save your life. Don’t skimp out too late when you need it. Channels 16-67 distress and calling there are several working channels required for communication and repeater channels best off having all A’s per acma requirements It is important to get your license for VHF as you are on commercial channels and don't want idiots interfering with their work channels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimC Posted October 29, 2020 Share Posted October 29, 2020 You need the Long Range operators certificate of Proficiency from Australian Maritime College Tasmania. I run Marine rescue courses. As to the second channel, it all depends where you are. 72, 73 etc. You should contact the nearest Marine Rescue unit to where you fish. They will tell you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsswordfisherman Posted October 29, 2020 Share Posted October 29, 2020 7 hours ago, JimC said: You need the Long Range operators certificate of Proficiency from Australian Maritime College Tasmania. I run Marine rescue courses. As to the second channel, it all depends where you are. 72, 73 etc. You should contact the nearest Marine Rescue unit to where you fish. They will tell you. @JimC would that be the MROCP? We used to run that for fishraiders and had invigilators. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimC Posted October 30, 2020 Share Posted October 30, 2020 There are a couple of different licences. Marine Rescue have to have the LROCP and it is mandatory for all on the vessels and the radio operators. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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