On 29 Dec 2003 03:38:23 -0800, (Rob) wrote:

I understand that there are two classes of DSC - Class F and Class D
which may account for the price difference.

Can anyone explain the situation???

F is not allowed, not recommended and should be avoided.

Class D is the only one suitable for recreational boating.

(F was never allowed in Europe, and is not allowed any more for sale
in the US & Canada either).

See also

http://www.icselectronics.co.uk/icsnet/GMDSS/classF.htm

Comment: Handhelds DO have their own class, E.


http://www.navcen.uscg.gov/marcomms/gmdss/dsc.htm

Comment: See specifically "Class F has been discontinued by ITU and is
not recognized by the FCC"


/Marcus

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