Spring cleaning: a once-over for your gear
Article Abstract:
A boat's electronic gear needs regular maintenance just as does any other of the boat's systems. Common electronic problems include poor VHF reception and GPS inaccuracies. Information about correcting these problems and maintaining other electronic equipment is provided.
Publication Name: Boating
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-5374
Year: 1996
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Ken's commandments: the seven deadly sins of electronics
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Boat owners should never reverse the polarity of electronic gear, run it on low voltage or subject it to physical abuse. Electronics should be installed by a certified electronic technician in a location with minimal exposure to the elements.
Publication Name: Boating
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-5374
Year: 1995
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Getting physical
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A boat owner should test the voltage on the boat's battery each spring and inspect the condition of the VHF radio. Loran and Global Positioning System receivers and Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons also need checking.
Publication Name: Boating
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-5374
Year: 1993
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