Overview of VHF with DSC. Integrating GPS, AIS and chart-plotters. The importance of testing the VHF antenna and methods of testing. Speaker: Carl Chiverton, Boat Services, Owner/Technician. Carl did his apprenticeship/training in England as a bench technician repairing VHF radios and cellular telephones. That led into things like LoJack and general mobile electronics with an emphasis on transmitting RF. He started Boat Services in 2009, and is certified with all the major manufacturers, including Raymarine, B&G, Garmin, SIMRAD, etc. This class is sponsored by South Coast Yachts of Newport Beach. Location: West Marine, 3433 Via Lido, Newport Beach, California 92663. Time: 6-7:30 p.m. Call: Tamara at 949-791-9054 or email [email protected].