All manufacturer’s frequency databases are required to be standardized & accurate so that there is no danger.

Using the manufacturer’s frequency database to setup the transceiver typically takes longer and is more prone to error than a manual setup.

Different manufacturers use different database numbering systems to incorporate the ITU assignments into the transceiver and therefore a potential for confusion exists .

Using the manufacturer’s frequency databases ensures that the transceiver is always restricted to the vessel’s licensed frequencies so that there is no danger.