Understanding Boat Communications

From John C. Payne, one of the foremost international authorities on marine electrical systems and electronics, comes a new series of easy to understand yet thorough treatments of technical issues facing every boat owner. whether sail or power. Each volume is concise, compact, and fully illustrated for easy reference.

Understanding Boat Communications covers the following major 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