Get to Know the Different AIS Transponder Classes
Automatic identification systems (AIS) help ships around the world identify each other and exchange information when they are out on the sea. They help those on board plan out and decide their course of action when navigating through a large body of water. These...
How to Know if You Need to Replace Your Fish Finder
Your marine navigation equipment is supposed to help you when you set sail and achieve your intended goals. But when you’re not equipped with the latest technology, you could be at a disadvantage out there in the sea. If the echo sounder or fishfinder you have been...
Ham Radio VS CB Radio: Which One Suits You Best?
Amateur radio has been a niche hobby for decades and still continues to attract new enthusiasts today. Before you dive into the hobby you might be wondering: what type of amateur radio equipment suits you best? The 2 most common amateur radio types amongst enthusiasts...
Choosing A Fishfinder Or Echo Sounder For Your Marine Vessel
Fishfinders and echo sounders are tools used to find the location of marine life underwater, navigate a boat safely through choppy waters, and locate fish. In other words, they are an essential piece of marine navigation equipment for amateur and commercial fishermen...
Understanding Basic Controls On Ham & SSB Radio Equipment
Amateur radio has been a popular niche hobby for decades, with ham radio and Single Sideband (SSB) radio being two of the most popular equipment types. Many hobbyists use amateur radio as two-way communication for personal use or during emergency and disaster relief...
Selecting Radio Communication Equipment For Land & Sea Use
While many of us typically rely on handphones or smartphones to communicate with those around us, there are certain situations where you may not be possible to get any cell phone coverage at all – rendering even the most high-tech smartphones useless. That’s where...
5 Pros & Cons Of Digital Land Mobile Radio
Land Mobile Radio (LMR) systems like the ICOM IC-7020S are professional, push-to-talk wireless communication systems that public safety groups often utilise for vital communication. LMR systems are widely employed in the commercial world – including in industries such...