Radar Observer · Controls — EBL
The electronic bearing line (EBL) on a radar is used to:
- AMeasure the range of a target
- BMeasure the bearing of a target✓ Correct
- CAdjust the transmitter frequency
- DSuppress sea clutter
Explanation
The EBL is a rotatable line from the display center used to read a target's bearing. The variable range marker (VRM) is the matching tool for measuring range.
Authority: Radar Operation (USCG topic)
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