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DSC: cutting through the VHF clutter

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Digital Selective Calling is a marine electronic messaging system that increases the ability of a boat's VHF radio to send and receive urgent and distress messages. It operates by sending brief digital text messages over an exclusive channel.

Author: Pittman, Freeman, Altman, Bill
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1993
Innovations, Marine radio

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Suiting for survival

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The right protective clothing and gear are necessary in a boating emergency. Buying considerations for foul-weather gear, inflatable personal flotation devices, immersion suits and personal safety devices are discussed.

Author: Biewenga, Bill, Pittman, Freeman, Coe, S. Scott
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1992
Waterproof clothing, Life-preservers, Life preservers

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Daisy chains blossoming

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Integrated systems are the latest trend in marine electronics. Factors to consider in purchasing an integrated system include initial functions needed, expandability, ease of use and flexibility.

Author: Pittman, Freeman
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1992
Buyers Guide, Navigation systems, Electronics in navigation

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Subjects list: Equipment and supplies, Boats and boating, Boating, Boats, Purchasing
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