These procedures are initiated by using DSC on the VHF calling channel and based on the technical characteristics and operational procedures detailed in Recommendations ITU-R M.493 and ITU-R M.541. Connection to the PSTN is effected using any appropriate
ITU-R M.689-2-1994 history
2012ITU-R M.689-2012 International maritime VHF radiotelephone system with automatic facilities based on DSC signalling format
1994ITU-R M.689-2-1994 International Maritime VHF Radiotelephone Systems with Automatic Facilities Based on DSC Signalling Format