The present document specifies the minimum requirements for shipborne Very High Frequency (VHF) transmitters and
receivers capable of voice and Digital Selective Calling (DSC), fitted with an external antenna connector for use on
board ships.
The present document lays down minimum requirements for VHF radio transmitters and receivers operating in certain
frequency bands allocated to the maritime mobile service using both 25 kHz and 12,5 kHz channels, and incorporates
the requirements of the relevant recommendations of the International Maritime Organization (IMO).