NASA SX 35 DSC - Manual (Page 8)

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LICENSE INFORMATION
Your SX 35 DSC complies with European Standard EN-301 025-1 v1.1.2.
Users must know and comply with all applicable rules and regulations for
the country or countries having jurisdiction over waters where your trans-
ceiver is operated. Depending upon national regulations, a station license
may be required for a VHF transceiver and an operator license or permit
may be required for an individual to operate a VHF transceiver.
Prior to using your SX 35 DSC inquire with your national radio communi-
cation authorities.
United Kingdom
The Radiocommunications Agency, an Executive Agency of the Department
of Trade and Industry, is responsible for the management of the nonmili-
tary radio spectrum in the UK.
License information and application forms are available on their web site:
www.radio.gov.uk under Publications - Maritime.
Direct inquiries to:
Radiocommunications Agency (RA)
Wyndham House
189 Marsh Wall
London E14 9SX
Tel: 020 7211 0211
The minimum Certificate of Competence that is required for use of a ship
portable radio is the Short Range Certificate. This certificate covers use of
both standard VHF and VHF/DSC equipment under the Global Maritime
Distress and Safety System in sea area A1.
The training and examinations for these certificates are carried out by:
Royal Yachting Association
RYA House
Romsey Road,
Eastleigh
Hampshire SO5 4YA
Tel: 023 8062 7400