I installed a VHF in my boat when we got it really for emergencies. (Had an experience offshore a long time ago and the VHF probably saved our lives.) Every time we go out I turn it on 16 just incase.
We were doing a poker run a couple weeks ago and was talking to another boat on ch72 but lost him after only a couple hundred feet.
Now, I know all the variables that come into play here but I want to know if my setup is doing ok. This isn't the first time this has happened.
I tried to hook up my little RatShack meter but the readings were to erroneous. Do I have to find a meter that will handle VHF FM?
If so, any suggestions?
Thanks!
We were doing a poker run a couple weeks ago and was talking to another boat on ch72 but lost him after only a couple hundred feet.
Now, I know all the variables that come into play here but I want to know if my setup is doing ok. This isn't the first time this has happened.
I tried to hook up my little RatShack meter but the readings were to erroneous. Do I have to find a meter that will handle VHF FM?
If so, any suggestions?
Thanks!