GMDSS: Element 7R

1. A Be careful not to activate a DSC acknowledgement or relay.
2. B If the message is not clear make a DSC call to all ships requesting clarification.
3. C No precautions are necessary -- the unit will auto-acknowledge an incoming DSC Distress alert.
4. D If there are errors in the call the unit didn’t auto-acknowledge via DSC and the watch officer must do so instead.

Tip: press A-D to answer