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ocean crusing & anti collision tactics....
"Bruce in Alaska" wrote in message ... In article , "Capt. JG" wrote: "Carl" wrote in message oups.com... I would take a look at installing an "active radar reflector" such as the Sea-Me unit ( http://www.sea-me.co.uk/index.html ). It amplifies and retransmit received radar signals to make you a much bigger target on the other ship's radar. That way the other ship's computerized anti-collision systems will wake up and take notice. These are quite popular in the UK and really seem to work. I've got one on my boat (British built). I have a feeling these are not strictly legal in the US and I don't turn mine on except when offshore. The unit also has a red light at the nav station that lights (and can be hooked to an alarm) whenever radar is sweeping the boat. Cost is about $700, it uses little power, and requires just a 12"x1" antenna at the top of the mast. I have no connection with this company other than being a happy customer (it's really fun to look like a 300' ship). I also keep a good watch! Carl Why do you have the feeling it's not strictly legal in the US? For the simple reason that there haven't been many of these type units Type Accepted in the USA. Type Acceptance is REQUIRED for any electronic emiting device sold in the US. The process of Type Acceptance will decide if the device is Licenseable or would come under the Part 15 Rules. Bruce in alaska -- Checked their home page and it seems they have vendors all over the planet including San Diego: Honor Marine Communications 2120 Main Street San Diego CA 92113 Tel: 619-233-7666 |
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