ACR Electronics RESQFIX 406 User manual

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RESQFIX™ 406
GPS PERSONAL LOCATOR BEACON //
Accidents happen every day on the water, whether
your boat goes down, crew lost, man overboard, or
a storm has left your boat incapacitated. On the
water, a minor problem instantly can become a life
threatening situation if you’re not prepared.
Put the power in the palm of your hand with ResQFix™
406 Personal Locator Beacon. The smallest, lightest
PLB available is easily attachable to clothing and
equipment, giving you peace of mind knowing it
is with you at all times. Now you can turn that life
threatening situation into a successful rescue story.
It’s as easy as pushing a button, and with an internal
GPS receiver the ResQFix™ will acquire your GPS
position and transmit it along with your personalized
identifier code through the COSPAS-SARSAT
satellites instantly alerting Search and Rescue
forces that you need help, immediately!
The ResQFix™ works fast, if GPS data is present in
the beacon’s first transmission, SAR forces can be
notified and start planning your rescue in as little as
three minutes.
Be Responsible, Be Prepared, Be Safe.

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RESQFIX™ 406
GPS PERSONAL LOCATOR BEACON //
Specifications
Part Number 2897
Size 1.4 x 5.85 x 2.21 in (3.6 x 1.49 x 5.6 cm)
Weight 10 oz. (283g) with lanyard
Battery Class 2 (non-hazmat) lithium battery packs
5 year replacement life (11 year storage)
Material Engineered polycarbonate blend
Color Hi viz ACR-treuse™
Storage -40° F to + 158° F (-40° C to +70° C )
Deployment Manual
Activation Manual
Operation 2 steps: deploy antenna, press ON button,
giving clear view of sky
Waterproof 16.5 ft. (5 m) @ 1 hr., 33 ft (10 m) @ 10 min.
Factory tested @ 70° F, exceeds RTCM waterproof
requirements
Radiated Power 5 W +/-2dB (406 MHz) 50 mW +/-3dB (121.5 MHz)
Operational Life Exceeds required 24 Hours @ -20° C (-4° F)
Typical Performance 40 Hours @ -4° F (-20°C), 8 Hours @ -40° F (-40° C)
Longer in higher ambient temperatures
Accessories Attachment clip, flotation pouch
Certification COSPAS-SARSAT, FCC, Canada, Europe
Limited Warranty 5 years
Lead Free Yes
// Transmits on 406 MHz via the COSPAS-SARSAT satellite system
with your registered, unique, digitally coded distress signal and
121.5 MHz (SAR homing frequency)
// Onboard 16 channel parallel GPS acquires then transmits LAT/LON
when the unit is activated, dramatically saving valuable time for
your distress message to reach local rescue centers and providing
rescue agencies with your exact position to within 110 yards (100
meters)
// Smallest and most functional PLB available; can be easily carried
in a pack or pocket; small enough to be worn on deck by yachting
racers, crew, solo cruisers, and any other marine enthusiast
// Lanyard and removable holster provide functionality and allow for
multiple mounting options on belt, webbing, immersion suits
// Full functional self test of internal circuitry, battery voltage &
power, 406 MHz transmission, and GPS acquisition
// Flat, stainless steel antenna wraps compactly around the unit for
easy stowage; and is ready for rapid deployment
// Exceeds RTCM waterproof requirements. Permanent flotation
pouch included for retrieval if dropped in water
Rev: 10/08
Did You Know...
406 MHz technology has been
around since 1982 and is credited
with saving over 24,500 lives
worldwide
In 2007, of the 130 incidents in the
US, 353 people are alive, thanks to
the COSPAS-SARSAT system
Registration...
It is mandatory that you register
your PLB. It’s fast, easy and free
www.beaconregistration.noaa.gov
When activated, the unique
identification code in your PLB
is linked to the registration
database. This way authorities
can retrieve valuable information
about you and your trip
Responsible Use...
The ResQFix™ is a satellite
signaling device of last resort,
for use when all other means of
self rescue have been exhausted,
where the situation is grave
and imminent loss of life, limb,
eyesight, or valuable property will
occur without assistance