When:
January 16, 2019 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
2019-01-16T17:30:00-08:00
2019-01-16T20:00:00-08:00
Where:
Olympia Yacht Club
201 Simmons St NW.
Olympia
WA 98501
201 Simmons St NW.
Olympia
WA 98501
Cost:
$20 - $35
Do you have a VHF radio with DSC capability? (You do if your VHF has a little red flap with a button under it) Learn how to use the social and safety features of DSC (Digital Select Calling) in a hands-on workshop offered by OYC on January 16 from 5:30-8:00. $20 for OYC members and $35 for non-members: Register at https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3910910
OYC is offering a class focussed on DSC, including all of the safety and social features you might not be familiar with.
Doug Miller, Milltech Marine, Inc., will present a focused, hands on workshop on using Digital Selective Calling as a routine and advanced emergency tool to increase your boating safety. Specifically, Doug will touch on: What is DSC and how it works What is needed for DSC to work for you US Coast Guard and Rescue 21 support for DSC Basic setup steps Typical usage scenarios & demos Hailing other DSC users using your VHF radio Tracking other vessels and Emergencies. Automatic Identification System (AIS) will also be covered. Attendees will get live experience with the use of DSC radios to increase practical use.
Doug Miller, Milltech Marine, Inc., will present a focused, hands on workshop on using Digital Selective Calling as a routine and advanced emergency tool to increase your boating safety. Specifically, Doug will touch on: What is DSC and how it works What is needed for DSC to work for you US Coast Guard and Rescue 21 support for DSC Basic setup steps Typical usage scenarios & demos Hailing other DSC users using your VHF radio Tracking other vessels and Emergencies. Automatic Identification System (AIS) will also be covered. Attendees will get live experience with the use of DSC radios to increase practical use.