Posts by Richard Metz

VHF radios are used by most sea craft, with the exception of small recreational vessels, for communication and safety purposes. Because marine radio antennas are so widely used, there are certain national and international regulations governing their use. Consider a few key bits of information that will help you use your radio properly. VHF Radio…

A VHF band is an efficient transmitting antenna that is small enough to be mounted on portable devices or vehicles. It can be used in two-way communication devices, making them vital accessories for things like walkie-talkies or marine radios. In the marine industry, the Metz Manta Antenna has been established as a preferred communication option.…

There are some purchases in life where you cannot sacrifice quality for cost. In an effort to determine which VHF antenna is best, you cannot make an assumption based on price alone. When it is just you out there on your sailboat, you need a 3dB VHF antenna that won`t let you down. The Design…

In an effort to ensure the quality of design and manufacturing, many consumers look for products that have been made in America. With the Metz Manta antenna lines, you get the assurance of purchasing products that are industry leaders for radio transmissions. The reviews for these products, from both private and commercial consumers, reveal that…

Choose a leader in marine antenna technology. If your antenna is damaged or you’re just installing a VHF radio for communicating while on your boat, explore the benefits of choosing a Metz antenna. Your radio is only as precise as your antenna, so enjoy these top features with a highly rated marine system. Not all…

If you want a VHF radio antenna in your boat, you need to make sure it’s installed right. Follow these VHF radio antenna installation tips to make sure you get the most out of your antenna.

VHF radios have a wide range of uses, but only if they have a good antenna. If you need help choosing the right VHF antenna length, here are some tips to make it simple.

Whenever you’re taking a boat out on the water it’s important to know that you have taken all the necessary safety precautions before you pull away from the dock. One important element that should never be overlooked is your boat’s VHF radio. In an emergency, a functioning radio can be the difference between safety and…

Getting out on the water is (usually) a pure joy. Anyone who owns a boat usually spends most of their time on land dreaming about getting back out. Of course, there are risks associated with moving off solid ground, but they are dramatically reduced by having the right radio gear – and the marine antenna…

If you ever find yourself needing to abandon a vessel, that’s an incredibly good time to have all the right safety equipment. High on the list of marine transponders every ship should carry is a search and rescue transponder (SART). It’s an active radar unit that will pinpoint your location on nearby radars and help…