External Communication

Kommunikationstest

A check of the operational status and clarity of shipboard, shore, or VTS radio equipment by transmitting test calls and receiving acknowledgments.

Quick answer: A check of the operational status and clarity of shipboard, shore, or VTS radio equipment by transmitting test calls and receiving acknowledgments.

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Quick answer

A check of the operational status and clarity of shipboard, shore, or VTS radio equipment by transmitting test calls and receiving acknowledgments.

Why it matters

Kommunikationstest matters because it supports clear communication in External Communication contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Kommunikationstest?

In this glossary, Kommunikationstest refers to: A check of the operational status and clarity of shipboard, shore, or VTS radio equipment by transmitting test calls and receiving acknowledgments.

How is Kommunikationstest used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "VTS an Fahrzeug Lima, dies ist ein Kommunikationstest auf UKW-Kanal zwölf. Bitte bestätigen Sie, wenn der Empfang klar ist und die Signalstärke ausreichend."

Why does Kommunikationstest matter in maritime?

Kommunikationstest matters because it supports clear communication in External Communication contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

Who uses Kommunikationstest?

Kommunikationstest is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Kommunikationstest belong to?

In this glossary, Kommunikationstest is grouped under External Communication. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG and published by Protermify Maritime as a static maritime reference page.

Definition

A check of the operational status and clarity of shipboard, shore, or VTS radio equipment by transmitting test calls and receiving acknowledgments.

Operational example

VTS to vessel Lima, this is a communications test on VHF channel one-two. Please acknowledge if reception is clear and signal strength adequate.

Localized term

Kommunikationstest

Localized example

VTS an Fahrzeug Lima, dies ist ein Kommunikationstest auf UKW-Kanal zwölf. Bitte bestätigen Sie, wenn der Empfang klar ist und die Signalstärke ausreichend.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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