VHF Marine
Buy a Marine VHF radio for your safety on the boat
The is a mandatory safety device at sea for most recreational activities, just like the Marine GPS. The purpose of the Marine VHF is to ensure communication between you and the emergency services as well as surrounding vessels thanks to a connection on different frequencies. The channel dedicated to a distress call is channel 16. The other channels are dedicated to communication between sailors. Since 2017, a Fixed VHF is mandatory for mid-shore navigation, between 6 and 60 Nautical Miles from a shelter, and for offshore navigation more than 60 Nautical Miles from a shelter. According to the SNSM, the National Society of Sea Rescuers, it is necessary for your safety to equip yourself with a Marine VHF whatever your navigation, including for basic and coastal navigation.
The use of a Marine VHF is essential if you operate on board a vessel navigating in maritime territorial waters, in French internal waters and in international waters. The use of VHF DSC is prohibited on French inland waterways. The pleasure craft license allows the use of a Fixed VHF, while Portable VHFs are perfectly free to use. You can purchase a Marine VHF at varying prices. Choose a quality product for this type of equipment. If you choose a Marine VHF at a price above 150 euros, delivery is free on Nautisports.com for the entire range of products in stock available.
Portable VHF: your security at your fingertips
The radiois the most practical safety equipment on the Marine Electronics market. This portable equipment is preferred for basic navigation, up to 2 Nautical Miles from a shelter, and for coastal navigation, up to 6 Nautical Miles from a shelter. It is mandatory for offshore travel, in addition to a Fixed VHF. Your Portable VHF must have a maximum power of 6 watts to be able to be used. The best brands of Portable VHF are ICOM, Standard Horizon, Navicom, Raymarine and Plastimo. The price for this type of product, in stock and available on Nautisports.com, is very affordable. The VHF with the best value for money is the . You will even be able to purchase additional VHF Supports and Accessories in order to reach the amount necessary to benefit from free delivery. A Portable VHF is often waterproof and floating, which is recommended for sightseeing boats, fishing boats and kayaks at sea. The waterproofing of a Portable VHF is verified with the IPX standard. For good waterproofing, aim for IPX6 or IPX7 certification which guarantees significant water resistance.
Other portable VHFs are more compact and suitable for offshore navigation. These generally have an integrated GPS or AIS system, and a higher quality screen to ensure the information is easily readable. This is the case of . The battery of a Portable VHF is made to last, but you will find in the Supports and Accessories for VHF category a wide range of replacement batteries for Marine VHF. The advantage of Portable VHFs is that the majority are designed with the aim of making a distress call as quickly as possible if necessary. To avoid choosing the wrong channel in the event of an emergency, you will find a button dedicated to the distress call on channel 16 near the screen.
Standard Horizon: easy-to-use VHF
Portable VHFs from the Standard Horizon brand are renowned for being the most practical and functional on the market. The radio and the have been designed to be usable by navigation novices, but remain very efficient, including for offshore navigation. Both feature a high-resolution screen, making messages and navigation information very readable. The HX210E VHF has one of the largest screens on the market. Both VHFs are designed according to the new intuitive menu system developed by Standard Horizon, the E2O (Easy To Operate) menu.
Configuring these VHFs is very simple and allows you increased customization of the interface. Many are developed by Standard Horizon to make the use of this product even more convenient and efficient. You can find the brand's flagship accessories on Nautisports.com, which are the and the . If necessary, the brand also offers a replacement battery separately for each Standard Horizon model.
DSC Portable VHFs for long-distance navigation
Portable VHF models with DSC function are rare because this type of product is rarely used during coastal and mid-shore navigation. But offshore sailors need high-performance equipment, especially if they plan to navigate international waters or foreign inland waters. To meet their needs, the Standard Horizon and McMurdo brands have planned this. The Standard Horizon is the best Portable VHF radio, priced at 319 euros. A very affordable price knowing that this Portable VHF has an integrated GPS. The is very efficient and extremely durable. Its price is very high, but it goes hand in hand with the quality of this VHF. This VHF meets IMO, ETSI and SMDSS standards.
Fixed VHF: first electronic equipment for pleasure boats
Wearing a in your vessel is mandatory if you are sailing more than 6 Nautical Miles from a shelter. Most Fixed VHFs have additional features to guarantee you great safety in the event of distress. The most common features are AIS, DSC and GPS. The most complete VHF is the . It is best to install a VHF antenna so that it can act as a transmitter and receiver of VHF signals from a remote position. A Fixed VHF therefore gives you access to a wide variety of radio communication channels, much greater than a Portable VHF.
Mounts and Accessories for Marine VHF
Nautisports.com offers you numerous . Bags, waterproof pouches and belt clips will be very practical if you want to keep your Portable VHF with you. Batteries and chargers increase the durability of your electronic equipment. The protective cases apply to Portable VHFs and Fixed VHFs. They will allow you to properly maintain your electronic equipment. The two best VHF accessories are the and the .
Accessories to keep your tools close to you
The belt clip is the best tool for active sailors on deck. It keeps you clutter-free, in addition to the other tools you need. The is solid and will be ideal for your Standard Horizon equipment. If you have a or a Portable GPS, we advise you to get the or the .
Your floating will still sometimes need to be equipped with a waterproof pouch in bad weather. Here, the will do the trick. The accessories will above all have a practical aspect, especially the because it will facilitate your communication with ships and aid stations.
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