Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Element 1 Practice Test

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• What must a vessel do before conducting routine radio checks?
• Who determines when a ship station may transmit routine traffic destined for a coast or government station?
• The Urgency signal concerning the safety of a ship, aircraft or person shall be sent only on the authority of:
• What emission must be used when operating on the MF distress and calling voice frequency?
• What must be included in a Distress message?
• What regulations govern the use and operation of FCC-licensed ship stations in international waters?
• How should the signal from a Search And Rescue Radar Transponder appear on a RADAR display?
• What equipment is programmed to initiate transmission of distress alerts and calls to individual stations?
• What traffic management service is operated by the U.S. Coast Guard to prevent ship collisions, groundings and environmental harm?
• What is the primary purpose of bridge-to-bridge communications?
• What is the significance of the word "MAYDAY" in radiotelephony?
• What is the most common type of antenna for GMDSS VHF?
• What is required of a ship station that has established initial contact with another station on 2182 kHz or Ch-16?
• Which of the following statements concerning log entries is false?
• To what level must VHF ship station transmitters be capable of reducing carrier power?
• With which stations may portable survival craft transceivers communicate?
• A vertical whip antenna has a radiation pattern best described by?
• Which condition must be reported to the Master in a 2182 kHz radiotelephone system?
• What transmitting equipment is authorized for use by a station in the maritime services?
• What channel would you use to place a call to a shore telephone?
• Which of the following logkeeping statements is true?
• When is a Marine Radio Operator Permit or higher license required for aircraft communications?
• To set-up the MF/HF transceiver for a voice call to a coast station, the operator must:
• Why is it important for a ship station to minimize radiated power?
• Equipment for radiotelephony use in survival craft stations under GMDSS must have what characteristic(s)?
• What is the Dual Watch (DW) function used for?
• What does "Reserve Source of Energy" refer to?
• How do you cancel a false EPIRB distress alert?
• Your antenna tuner becomes inoperative. How can you obtain operation on both 8 MHz and 22 MHz frequency bands?
• What does the radiotelephone Distress call consist of?
• When is it legal to transmit high power on Channel 13?
• What is the purpose of the antenna tuner?
• What type of communications takes precedence in maritime operation?
• Which international agreement pertains to maritime communication regulations?
• What channel must VHF-FM-equipped vessels monitor at all times when at sea?
• What is the purpose of the Receiver Incremental Tuning (RIT) or "Clarifier" control?
• What is the main advantage of using Simplex mode during VHF communications?
• MF/HF transceiver power levels should be set:
• How often should the operational results of ship antennas be logged?
• How can a SART's effective range be maximized?
• Which of the following is not an example of Distress communications?
• The term "GMDSS" stands for?
• What channel must all compulsory, non-GMDSS vessels monitor at all times in the open sea?
• What element is crucial for ensuring the effectiveness of NAVTEX messages?
• In which frequency band does a search and rescue transponder operate?
• What is the purpose of the GMDSS on ships?
• Which modes could be selected to receive vessel traffic lists from high seas shore stations?
• When do NAVTEX broadcasts typically achieve maximum transmitting range?
• What is the first action to take when using a SSB station?
• Which is a potential indication that a GMDSS station is not operating correctly?
• How should the squelch control be manually adjusted for optimal performance?
• Which of the following is a characteristic of NAVTEX receivers?
• Who has ultimate control of service at a ship's radio station?
• What is the primary mission of the FCC in regulating radio communication?
• Under GMDSS, a compulsory VHF-DSC radiotelephone installation must be tested at what minimum intervals at sea?
• What comprises a complete Distress message?
• What action should a ship station take prior to transmitting routine communications?
• How does a coast station notify a ship that it has a message for the ship?
• What is a requirement of all marine transmitting apparatus used aboard United States vessels?
• NAVTEX broadcasts are sent:
• In which areas is NAVTEX considered to be most effective?
• Which of the following is NOT a condition for maintaining communication at sea?
• What is the transmitting range of most NAVTEX stations?
• The Urgency signal has lower priority than:
• Shipboard transmitters using F3E emission (FM voice) may not exceed what carrier power?
• What is the proper procedure for making a correction in the station log?
• On what frequency would a vessel normally call another ship station when using a radiotelephony emission?
• When may a bridge-to-bridge transmission be more than 1 watt?
• What is the requirement for emergency and reserve power in GMDSS radio installations?
• In the International Phonetic Alphabet, what word represents the letter 'M'?
• What is the responsibility of vessels under GMDSS?
• What is the fundamental concept of the GMDSS?
• What is a primary concern when using a vessel's SSB communication system?
• Where must the principal radiotelephone operating position be installed in a ship station?
• If a ship sinks, what device is designed to float free of the mother ship and transmit a distress signal?
• When should calls to a coast station be initiated?
• What is the primary function of DSC in GMDSS?
• Which of the following devices is primarily used to receive NAVTEX transmissions?
• What should be done if transmission is necessary for safety warnings?
• Where must ship station logs be kept during a voyage?
• What are the mandatory DSC watchkeeping bands/channels?
• How can a radio operator best minimize or prevent interference to other stations?
• What is a Safety transmission?
• How often are NAVTEX broadcasts typically updated?
• Which vessels are required to operate under GMDSS?
• What is the proper procedure for testing a radiotelephone installation?
• To set-up the MF/HF transceiver for a TELEX call to a coast station, the operator must:
• What advantage does a vertical whip have over a long wire?
• Ordinarily, how often would a station using a telephony emission identify?
• What is an advantage of a 406 MHz satellite EPIRB?
• Which of the following statements is true about GMDSS Radio Logbooks?
• What indicates a malfunction on a GMDSS station with a 24 VDC battery system?
• What are the antenna requirements of a VHF telephony coast, maritime utility, or ship station?
• Which factor can influence the reception quality of NAVTEX signals?
• Which channel would most likely be used for routine ship-to-ship voice traffic?
• What does a Distress communication signify?
• Which of the following is the primary frequency that is used exclusively for NAVTEX broadcasts internationally?
• When may the operator of a ship radio station allow an unlicensed person to speak over the transmitter?
• GMDSS is primarily a system based on?
• Which is an indication of proper operation of a SSB transmitter rated at 60 watt PEP output?
• What is the antenna requirement of a radiotelephone installation aboard a passenger vessel?
• What type of calls has the highest priority from ships at sea?
• Which frequency and emission is used for aircraft distress communications?
• What type of information is commonly transmitted via NAVTEX?
• What safety signal call word is spoken three times, followed by the station call letters spoken three times, to announce a storm warning, danger to navigation, or special aid to navigation?
• For general communications purposes, paired frequencies are normally used with which type of stations?
• What is the primary function of a marine radio operator?
• Equipment for radiotelephony use in survival craft stations under GMDSS must have what capability?
• What should you do if your ship's transmitter is operating off-frequency, overmodulating or distorting?
• In case of loss of main and emergency electrical power, what term describes the source needed for GMDSS power?
• What is the minimum radio operator requirement for ships subject to the Great Lakes Radio Agreement?
• What is a requirement of every commercial operator on duty and in charge of a transmitting system?
• Why is it essential to have a continuous watch on designated radiotelephone channels?
• What is the purpose of the INT-USA control settings on a VHF?
• How long should station logs be retained when there are entries relating to distress or disaster situations?
• Radiotelephone stations required to keep logs of their transmissions must include:
• At what point does a SART begin transmitting?
• MSI can be obtained by one (or more) of the following:
• What is the MF radiotelephony calling and distress frequency?
• When testing is conducted on 2182 kHz or Ch-16, testing should not continue for more than how long in any 5-minute period?
• Which of the following can a coast station do to manage messages for ships?
• What is the minimum transmitter power level required by the FCC for a medium-frequency transmitter aboard a compulsorily fitted vessel?
• Which certificate is required for operating certain types of maritime radio equipment?
• Who is required to make entries in a required service or maintenance log?
• When using a SSB station on 2182 kHz or VHF-FM on channel 16, what must the preliminary call not exceed?
• Which term refers to a back-up power source for Distress and Safety communications?
• What means are used to prevent the reception of unwanted broadcasts by vessels utilizing the NAVTEX system?
• Why must all MF-HF Distress, Urgency and Safety communications take place solely on the 6 assigned frequencies and in the simplex operating mode?
• When are EPIRB batteries changed?
• Which of the following defines high frequency "ITU Channel 1212"?
• What is the purpose of the SART's audible tone alarm?
• Which statement is true regarding the SART?
• Where do you make an application for inspection of a ship GMDSS radio station?
• What is a typical Urgency transmission?
• When should you document issues with a radiotelephone system?
• What is necessary for a vessel to effectively use NAVTEX?
• What is a bridge-to-bridge station?
• How long should station logs be retained when there are no entries relating to distress or disaster situations?
• Which statement is NOT true regarding the requirements of survival craft portable two-way VHF radiotelephone equipment?
• What does the "Urgency" communication signify in VHF operations?
• What is an EPIRB?
• For a small passenger vessel inspection, reserve power batteries must be tested:
• Which frequency is primarily used as a distress frequency for radiotelephony?
• Under what circumstance may a coast station using telephony transmit a general call to a group of vessels?
• What is the COSPAS-SARSAT system?
• Which VHF channel is used only for digital selective calling?
• Which commercial radio operator license is required to operate a fixed-tuned ship RADAR station with external controls?
• What is the minimum power of the SCT?
• What is the internationally recognized Urgency signal?
• Which is true concerning a required watch on VHF Ch-16?
• All compulsory equipped cargo ships while being navigated shall keep a continuous radiotelephone watch on which frequency?
• What type of license is typically required for operating a commercial fishing vessel radio?
• On what frequency should a ship station call a coast station when using radiotelephony?
• By international agreement, which ships must carry radio equipment for the safety of life at sea?
• When a watch is required on 2182 kHz, at how many minutes past the hour must a 3 minute silent period be observed?
• Which of the following persons are ineligible to be issued a commercial radio operator license?
• The best way to test the MF-HF NBDP system is to?
• Which channel is utilized for the required bridge-to-bridge watch?
• What is the priority of communications in maritime communication?
• Who is responsible for the proper maintenance of station logs?
• Which form of communication is NAVTEX a part of in maritime operations?
• The primary purpose of the GMDSS is to:
• What is the correct order of priority for radiotelephone communications?
• What identification method can a ship station using VHF bridge-to-bridge Channel 13 use?
• Under what circumstances may a ship or aircraft station interfere with a public coast station?
• A vessel is required to operate under GMDSS regulations if it is how many gross tons or more?
• Which statement is NOT true regarding the requirements of survival craft portable two-way VHF radiotelephone equipment?
• What should a station operator do to ensure the frequency is not in use before making a transmission?
• For general communications purposes, simplex frequencies are normally used with which type of stations?
• What is the basic concept of GMDSS?
• What type of communication is allowed on 2182 kHz?
• What is included in Distress traffic?
• Why must all VHF Distress, Urgency and Safety communications be performed in Simplex mode?
• What are the characteristics of the Reserve Source of Energy under GMDSS?
• When may you test a radiotelephone transmitter on the air?
• Small passenger vessels that sail 20 to 150 nautical miles from the nearest land must have what additional equipment?
• What are the radio operator requirements of a passenger ship equipped with a GMDSS installation?
• Radio watches for compulsory radiotelephone stations will include which of the following?
• What is the function of the "Scan" feature on a VHF?
• What is the best way to test the Inmarsat-C terminal?
• Where should the GMDSS radio log be kept on board ship?