3.2.3     R-Mode (AIS/VDES)

Objectives of the task

Develop Guidelines for service providers implementing R-Mode at VHF transmissions

Expected outcome

VHF (AIS) R-Mode service provision Guideline

VHF (VDES) R-Mode service provision Guideline.

Strategic Alignment

Goal: G1

Strategy: S1, S3

Scope (Describe key items that are in scope/out of scope)

This document should capture all elements of R-Mode service provision, including required hardware modifications, signal in space characteristics, data formats and required system components for timing and synchronisation.

Expected Sessions for Completion:

Session number:

1                 2                    3                 4                    5                    6                       7

Brief and concise description of the work to be undertaken and programme milestones where appropriate.

Key milestones / Remaining key milestones for completing the task include:

• Performance requirements
• System architecture
• Modification of AIS/VDES transmission service including modulation
• Required AIS/VDES message content and slot alignment configuration
• Timing and Synchronisation
• Technical implementation
• Operational aspects

Task Revision

Ver.

Date

Part / Section Revised

Requirement for Revision

1

2018.10.18

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