West Marine 14078562 Marine Radio User Manual


 
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West Marine VHF160 Radio Owner’s Manual
Do not make false mayday or distress calls as a prank or to test your
radio. (This is essentially like making a false 9-1-1 call; you may be subject
to nes.)
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Certication: FCC Part 80 or RSS-182
Output Power: 6W
Emission: 16K0F3E
Transmitter Frequency Range: 156.025-157.425 MHz
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.
Unauthorized changes or modications to this equipment may void
compliance with the FCC Rules. Any change or modication must be
approved in writing by Uniden. Changes or modications not approved by
Uniden could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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In August 1996 the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the
United States with its action in Report and Order FCC 96-326 adopted
an updated safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency
electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated transmitters. Those
guidelines are consistent with the safety standard previously set by both
U.S. and international standards bodies. The design of the radio complies
with the FCC guidelines and these international standards.
Never allow children to operate the radio without adult supervision and the
knowledge of the following guidelines.
WARNING! It is up to the user to properly operate this radio transmitter to
insure safe operation. Please adhere to the following:
Use only the supplied or an approved antenna. Unauthorized antennas,
modications, or attachments could impair call quality, damage the radio,
or violate FCC regulations.Do not use the radio with a damaged antenna.
If a damaged antenna comes into contact with the skin, a minor burn may
result. Please contact your local dealer for a replacement antenna.