Placing an Individual or Group Call

  1. From the VHF screen, select Phone.
  2. Select an option:
    • Select AIS Plotter to call a vessel by selecting it from the AIS plotter screen (AIS Plotter).

    • Select Individual to call a vessel by entering its MMSI number or selecting it from a list.

    • Select Group to call a group of vessels by entering its group MMSI number or selecting it from a list.

    Individual and group calls are always categorized as Routine DSC calls.

  3. Under To:, select the vessel or group of vessels to call.
  4. Turn the dial to select the follow-up channel for voice communication.
  5. Press the dial or select Call on this channel to place the call.
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