If a GMDSS Radio Operator initiates a DSC Distress transmission but does not insert a message, what happens?

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The transmission will be made with " default " information provided automatically .

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The transmission is aborted and an alarm sounds to indicate this data must be provided by the operator.

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The transmission is not initiated and "ERROR" is indicated on the display readout.

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The receiving station will poll the DSC unit of the vessel in Distress to download the necessary information.

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