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The Fishing Website : Discussion Forums : Testing new VHF https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/ Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:37:40 +0000 Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:15:54 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.01 360 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=73653 <![CDATA[The Fishing Website : Discussion Forums]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/ <![CDATA[Testing new VHF : Yes correct not a grilling....]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=73653&PID=1049719&title=testing-new-vhf#1049719 Author: Roath
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Posted: 22 Dec 2011 at 10:15am

Yes correct not a grilling. All extremely wise and valid points. Thumbs Up

I really like the idea of getting my oldest used to the radio once hes old enough.. thanks!

I forgot to add , I also take a charged battery jump pack and a tool box full of tools ( socket set etc)

She weighs a bit when I go out. Smile

]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:15:54 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=73653&PID=1049719&title=testing-new-vhf#1049719 <![CDATA[Testing new VHF : Think not of it as a grilling,...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=73653&PID=1049712&title=testing-new-vhf#1049712 Author: Fletch
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Posted: 22 Dec 2011 at 10:03am

Think not of it as a grilling, but making you aware....all good points being made, thats what this place is about....cool eh!]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:03:30 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=73653&PID=1049712&title=testing-new-vhf#1049712 <![CDATA[Testing new VHF : Thanks GuysI agree, I need to...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=73653&PID=1049710&title=testing-new-vhf#1049710 Author: Roath
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Posted: 22 Dec 2011 at 9:59am

Thanks Guys

I agree, I need to do the course and I plan to etc etc.

In the last 2 years, I have found time to take the boat out twice. 3 young kids, self employed and a home to do up use pretty much every minute of my days.

Now the kids are a little older I can see light at the end of the tunnel.. so I can see myself getting out more often. Hence I am starting to get some more safety gear and the boat ready for when the oldest starts coming with me. ( yes I have all the normal, life jackets, compass, back up maps, flare, I take a cell in a water proof case with Coast Guard programmed , spare 10 liters of fuel etc)

So this afternoon will be trip number 3 in 2 years... yay! I just found the Fish Finder has died since a year ago, despite being kept in the garage... bugga

So my comment about having to use it in an emergency was for today. Im sure by the time the next trip comes around ( hopefully this summer still) I have a call sign and done the course!

Thanks Guys.. and I understand the grilling I'm getting.. Clap

]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 09:59:26 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=73653&PID=1049710&title=testing-new-vhf#1049710 <![CDATA[Testing new VHF : Roath, just call your boat No-Name,...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=73653&PID=1049698&title=testing-new-vhf#1049698 Author: Bigfishbob
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Posted: 22 Dec 2011 at 9:28am

Roath, just call your boat No-Name, get a call sign, join coast guard, and get into the habit of opening and closing a trip report everytime you go out and come back.

1. I can't believe you've been boating for 6 years without doing that. It's about the most important safety thing you can do after you've put your life jacket on.

2. It will get you comfortable and in the habit of correct use of your radio.

3. Every time you go out you'll know that your radio is working correctly. If you only use it for emergencies, you'll never know until you really really really need it. It's too late then if it doesn't work. (they don't like being left in boats and not used for long periods of time)

As far as radio tests are concerned , then just call them on your local frequency and ask for a radio check, I'm sure they'll oblige.

Finally, do the VHF license course, it's basically a one night stand, and you'll learn how to drive the thing properly.

]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 09:28:41 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=73653&PID=1049698&title=testing-new-vhf#1049698 <![CDATA[Testing new VHF : Roath wrote:I may just get...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=73653&PID=1049671&title=testing-new-vhf#1049671 Author: Dagwood
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Posted: 22 Dec 2011 at 8:25am

Roath wrote:

I may just get brave enough to try

I see I can use it for emergencies , which the the reason I bought one anyway!

Without wanting to sound like a sales person or cause any offence, it sounds like you are falling into a bit of a very common trap. You sound unsure of how to use the radio yet plan to use it should things go wrong.

"Mic Fright" is very common. It all looks easy enough but when you push transmit, it seems as though part of your brain vaporises! Stress makes the problem several times worse. Have a listen to 80 / 82 (in the Auckland area) on a fine weekend and tell me I'm wrong. The number of people calling up when something relatively trivial has gone wrong and struggle to get the message across effectively is huge. Not sure how things would go in a real crisis when water is about to take out their battery or similar!

The course, a call sign and confidence from regular use for trip reports would be the best way to get real value of your investment.

A small story if you've got the time:

I had my son (14 yrs at the time) involved in a Coastguard training exercise a few years ago. He had zero notice and the basic scenario was the two of us left Half Moon Bay on a dark Friday night. I took us to the Northern side of Waiheke, tucked up under some cliffs and anchored up. I then told him he had to pretend I had fallen while getting the fishing rods out of the rod holders, smacked my head and was lying on the floor, breathing but he couldn't wake me up. He then had to use the radio (observing the trainex procedures) and talk to CG. While he had done the course and had the qualification, to say he was nervous and less than thrilled at the idea was an understatement.
"But I don't know where we are?'
"She'll have to ask some good questions won't she!" was my answer (The operators were training too)

I prompted him for the first few questions and then left him to it so it came across as genuine as possible. I had lots of people involved comment that he did real well (as did the operator) and now he's became pretty much a dab hand on the radio. He's probably a little rusty at the moment but we'll fix that next week.

Sorry to drift but I thought it might help explain what I mean about competence through the combination of training and familiarity.
]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 08:25:17 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=73653&PID=1049671&title=testing-new-vhf#1049671 <![CDATA[Testing new VHF : Thanks SaltyCI was going to apply...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=73653&PID=1049599&title=testing-new-vhf#1049599 Author: Roath
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Posted: 21 Dec 2011 at 11:22pm

Thanks SaltyC

I was going to apply now, but my boat doesn't have a name!

Been trying to come up with a name for 6+ years now,,

Oh well, I'll test the radio out tomorrow. I see I can use it for emergencies , which the the reason I bought one anyway!

Cheers

Rob

]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2011 23:22:05 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=73653&PID=1049599&title=testing-new-vhf#1049599 <![CDATA[Testing new VHF : here you go:http://www.cbes....]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=73653&PID=1049546&title=testing-new-vhf#1049546 Author: SaltyC
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Posted: 21 Dec 2011 at 9:59pm

here you go:

http://www.cbes.org.nz/marine-vhf-radio-call-signs/

]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2011 21:59:04 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=73653&PID=1049546&title=testing-new-vhf#1049546 <![CDATA[Testing new VHF : Thanks Guys.. Taking the boat...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=73653&PID=1049455&title=testing-new-vhf#1049455 Author: Roath
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Posted: 21 Dec 2011 at 7:55pm

Thanks Guys.. Taking the boat out tomorrow for a fish.. so I may just get brave enough to try.

I'm a bit lost about getting a call sign, but I can search that I'm sure!

Cheers

Rob

]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:55:35 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=73653&PID=1049455&title=testing-new-vhf#1049455 <![CDATA[Testing new VHF : Blue Asparagus wrote:turn...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=73653&PID=1049426&title=testing-new-vhf#1049426 Author: Jet_ski_fisher
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Posted: 21 Dec 2011 at 6:47pm

Blue Asparagus wrote:

turn it on, set the squelch, crack the repeater....... also pays to have a call sign to call coast guard, easy to get and charged to your telecom ph account.

Been there done that BA my friend brought a new vhf it triggered the repeater but no voice was heard. found out the mic was at fault as it was built into the unit and not a plug in one and got a new unit tested it at there shop and was working a treat.. so better to test it on 80 16 etc to check voice and signal..

]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2011 18:47:29 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=73653&PID=1049426&title=testing-new-vhf#1049426 <![CDATA[Testing new VHF : turn it on, set the squelch, crack...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=73653&PID=1049408&title=testing-new-vhf#1049408 Author: Blue Asparagus
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Posted: 21 Dec 2011 at 6:16pm

turn it on, set the squelch, crack the repeater....... also pays to have a call sign to call coast guard, easy to get and charged to your telecom ph account.]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2011 18:16:47 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=73653&PID=1049408&title=testing-new-vhf#1049408