Operation Manual

Page 90 CP590
Figure 12.9.2 - DSC Log - Position Request
12.9.3 DSC Directory
CP590 is able to display the DSC Directory. From this page the user can assign the Vessel
Name, Contact Name and Phone number to any MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity)
so that, when a DSC Distress Call or Position Request is received, the name of the vessel
is displayed in place of the MMSI number (a unique number that is assigned to a DSC radio
station for use in emergency situations).
To display the DSC Directory:
1. Press [MENU] and move the ShuttlePoint knob to highlight
USER POINTS and press
[ENT].
2. Move the ShuttlePoint knob to highlight
DSC Directory and press [ENT].
Figure 12.9.3 - DSC Directory
This page allows to:
EDIT Allows to change the selected DSC Directory entry. It is possible to change NAME, MMSI,
CONTACT and PHONE.
ADD Adds a new DSC Directory entry.
DELETE Deletes the DSC Directory entry.
DELETE ALL Deletes all DSC Directory entries.