Maintaining communications while at sea is one of the critical components of preparing our boat for distant voyaging. While new technologies are making communication easier, single side band is still the primary method of communication for most offshore sailors.
Learn from Icom M802 expert, experienced cruiser and author Terry Sparks. This course is based on Terry’s excellent book entitled Icom IC-M802 Starting from Scratch. It will cover installation, setup and operation of this radio. Including:
- Licensing
- Components you need
- Installation
- The connections
- Weather fax & email
- Pactor Modems
- System testing
- Programming the M802
- Operating the M802
- Digital Selective Calling
- Calls for help
- Making DSC calls to friends
- Recommendations prior to heading into Bluewater