MMSI Information maritime communication equipment

-What kind of Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) do I need?
-Domestic Only voyages can register for an MMSI at BoatUS for US and Canadian operation
-Try US Power Squadrons web site to get an MMSI
-MMSI for any vessel operating internationally MUST obtain a Ship Station License from the FCC

VHF REFERENCE INFO

-U.S. VHF Channel Information with new channel numbers
-What is Digital Selective Calling (DSC)?
-USCG Rescue 21 coverage in Alaska

Manufacturer Support Links

-Furuno USA Product Support
-Raymarine Product Support
-Maretron FAQ and support information
-Nobeltec Support
-Garmin Product Support
-Wallas technical articles and information
-Yacht Devices FAQ Support
-ICOM America
-Standard Horizon Manuals
-Eberspacher Mobile Heaters
 

MAPS, BATHY, WX LINKS

-NOAA Bathymetry Viewer
-Windy Weather
-Stormsurf Weather
-NOAA Chart Catalog (ENC, RNC)

AIS Information

-What is the Automatic Identification System (AIS)? and do I need it?
-USCG regulations for AIS carriage on commercial vessels has been updated
-AIS Class A system diagram
-Best FAQ about AIS from USCG
-Download USCG AIS Guide PDF

NMEA 2000 Info

-NMEA 2K official white paper
-Garmin N2K tech reference PDF
-Maretron N2K installation guide

NMEA 0183 INFO

-USCG primer on N0183 2010