Deck Navigation (Supplementary) USCG Question #614 (Set 1)

Indications of the master gyrocompass are sent to remote repeaters by the __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — transmitter

The transmitter is the electrical component that converts the master gyrocompass's orientation into signals sent to remote repeaters. This ensures that the heading displayed on the bridge, in the steering gear room, and at the radar console remains synchronized with the master unit's true north alignment.

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