The document describes the V5 protocol, which is an open standard digital interface for integrated access between telecommunications networks and switches. It summarizes the key features and limitations of previous V1-V4 interfaces and introduces the V5 interface, which supports more flexible integrated access and dynamic time slot allocation. The V5 protocol consists of physical, data link, and application layers that allow signaling and transmission of voice calls over the digital interface using both communication and signaling channels. Call setup and release procedures using the V5 interface for PSTN services are also outlined.