Telecommunication methods on boats come with all types and functions, and it's difficult to know which option is best! Should you pay for a one-off system or a subscription one? Are bonus options such as AIS and GMDSS really important, for short- versus long-range sailing?🤔
Today we go through popular options like SSB (Single-Side Band), VHF (Very High Frequency), and satellite-based options from popular brands. Many may be tempted to go for the best and fanciest, like Elon Musk's Starlink or worldwide solutions like Iridium, but balancing your purpose of use and costs are vital too!📡
Check out licensing requirements in Hong Kong from the OFCA and Marine Department:
www.mardep.gov.hk/en/hksr/reg...
station-license-and-radio-operation/index.html 🔎
00:00 Overview
01:03 Very High Frequency (VHF)
05:14 Single Sideband (SSB)
08:34 Satellite Radio Options
10:49 Elon Musk's Starlink for Boats
11:51 Licensing Requirements
13:30 Operating in Emergencies
15:16 Outro
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Terence Lam has been sailing for more than 40 years, and is the first Chinese sailor to sail around the world by himself. During his 1,300-day and 30,000-nautical-mile journey, Captain Lam has sailed in countries of all sizes, including the Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius, South Africa, Brazil, Colombia, Panama, Samoa, Solomon Islands, South Pacific, Palau, and more🧭
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