easyRESCUE PRO Series User manual

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easyRESCUE
User Manual
English
Version 3.2

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Contents
1 Safety information............................................................. 7
2 Equipment delivered..........................................................9
3 Abstract ............................................................................ 10
3.1 AIS Function................................................................... 11
3.2 DSC Function..................................................................12
3.3 Homing Function.......................................................... 14
4 Functions ...........................................................................15
4.1 Device overview.............................................................15
4.2 LED Elements ................................................................ 16
4.2.1 LED „FLASH“........................................................... 16
4.2.2 LED „TEST“ ............................................................. 16
4.2.3 LED „ON“ / „DSC“ .................................................. 16
4.2.4 LED „GPS“................................................................17
4.3 Sliding Cover................................................................. 18
4.4 ON Mode (Alert)........................................................... 19
4.4.1 Overview Sent Signals ............................................ 19
4.4.1.1 AIS Emergency Signal..................................... 19
4.4.1.2 DSC Emergency Signal ................................... 19
4.4.1.3 Homing Signal ................................................ 19
4.4.2 Overview Triggering Functions .............................20
4.4.2.1 Manual Activation..........................................20
4.4.2.2 Activation via Water Contact .........................21
4.4.2.3 Activation through Magnetic Switch .............21
4.4.3 Deactivation ........................................................... 22
4.5 TEST Mode .................................................................... 22

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5 Installation Details ........................................................... 25
5.1 Life Vest ........................................................................ 25
5.2 Accessories .................................................................... 26
5.2.1 Belt clip ................................................................... 26
5.2.2 Telescopic Rod ........................................................ 27
5.2.3 Attachment to Life Raft.........................................28
5.2.4 Neoprene bag......................................................... 29
6 Programming of the MMSI for DSC Alerts......................30
6.1 Programming via App ...................................................31
6.2 Programming via DSC „Individual Call“...................... 36
6.3 Programming via Programming Station ..................... 37
7 Technical specification.....................................................38
7.1 AIS SART........................................................................38
7.2 DSC MOB (supplemental to 7.1) ...................................40
7.3 HOMING (supplemental to 7.1) ....................................40
8 Troubleshooting............................................................... 41
9 Maintenance .................................................................... 43
10 Contact and Product Support..........................................44
11 easyRESCUE –Database ...................................................45
12 License Agreement ..........................................................46
13 Warranty...........................................................................46
14 Notes.................................................................................49

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Revision level of the manual
Version 3.0 Creator: SW/VV; As of Oct. 2016
Version 3.1 Creator: MK/VV; As of Aug. 2017
Version 3.2 Creator: VB/VV; As of Apr. 2019
The easyRESCUE is approved by the following authorities and
institutions:
•BSH (German Maritime Federal Agency)
BSH 4581 / 001 / 4552745 / 15
•FCC (US Federal Communication Commission)
ZO5WDC-A040
•United States Coast Guard
•IC (Industry Canada)
11269A-RESCUE
•ATEX (Bei Geräten mit Zusatz „ATEX“)
II 3G Ex ic IIC T6 Gc

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This user manual applies to the following devices:
•easyRESCUE - A040
•easyRESCUE - A040-ATEX
•easyRESCUE - A049
•easyRESCUE - A049-ATEX
•easyRESCUE - A040-BW
•easyRESCUE - A040-BW-COM
•easyRESCUE - A040-BW-COM(LV)
•easyRESCUE - A040-BW-COM-ATEX
•easyRESCUE - A040-BW-COM-ATEX(LV)
•easyRESCUE-PRO - A040-PRO
•easyRESCUE-PRO(LV) - A040-PRO(LV)
•easyRESCUE-PRO(BT) - A040-PRO(BT)
•easyRESCUE-PRO(BT-LV) - A040-PRO(BT-LV)
•easyRESCUE-PRO3- A04003
•easyRESCUE-PRO3(LV) - A04003(LV)
Hereinafter, all the products of our easyRESCUE series are
referred to as Rescue Transmitter.
Due to legal regulations, the enclosed Declaration of
conformity has always to be carried aboard!

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Abbreviations
AIS Automatic Identification System
COG Course over Ground
DSC Digital Selective Call
ECDIS Electronical Chart Display
GMDSS Global Maritime Distress and Safety System
GPS Global Positioning System
LED light-emitting diode
MMSI Mobile Maritime Service Identifikation
MOB Man over Board
NM Nautical mile (1NM = 1852m)
SAR Search and Rescue
SOLAS
Safety of Life at Sea
(International Convention for the Safety of Life
at Sea)
SOG Speed over Ground
VHF Very high frequency
Unit ID Individual unit identifiication number

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1Safety information
Please read all safety information and instructions and keep
the safety information and instructions for future reference.
•Keep the Rescue Transmitter out of the reach of children.
•Wrongful triggering of the Rescue Transmitter is not a
minor offense and may lead to consequential costs.
•The Rescue Transmitter uses lithium batteries, the
replacement of which may only be performed by an
authorized distributor. The device may be damaged if you
use the wrong battery type when performing a
replacement on your own.
•If the Rescue Transmitter is used at a temperature
below -20°C or over 55°C, the charging capacity of the
batteries will decrease. Keep the Rescue Transmitter away
from heat and hot environments. Should these warnings
be ignored the batteries in the Rescue Transmitter may
overheat, explode or catch fire and can cause damage to
the device.
•The battery capacity amounts to 10 years. According to the
SOLAS requirement, the batteries must be replaced after 5
years and the Rescue Transmitter must be sent back to the
distributor for servicing. After being used in an emergency,
the Rescue Transmitter requires a check-up by the
manufacturer.
•The strong internal VHF transmitter may possibly affect
medical devices, such as pacemakers, in their functionality.
Please observe a minimum distance of > 0.3 m!

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•The strong internal VHF transmitter may impair the
function of the compass. Please observe a minimum
distance of > 0.3 m!
•The manufacturer does not assume liability for any
damage or failures caused by these instructions or for the
deletion of data due to malfunction, a faulty battery pack
or improper use of the product.
•Use supported and approved equipment only.
Unauthorized, altered or modified equipment may cause
damage to the Rescue Transmitter, violate legal
regulations or impair the flawless operation of radio
controlled devices.
•Wipe the Rescue Transmitter with a clean, dry and soft
cloth. Do not use spirit or any liquid solvents, chemicals or
strong detergents.
•Do not try to open the device on your own. Unauthorized
or violent opening may destroy the device and you will lose
any claim for warranty.

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2Equipment delivered
•Rescue Transmitter
(easyRESCUE - A040, easyRESCUE - A040-ATEX,
easyRESCUE - A049, easyRESCUE - A049-ATEX,
easyRESCUE - A040-BW, easyRESCUE - A040-BW-COM,
easyRESCUE - A040-BW-COM(LV), easyRESCUE - A040-
BW-COM-ATEX, easyRESCUE - A040-BW-COM-ATEX
(LV), easyRESCUE-PRO - A040-PRO, easyRESCUE-PRO -
A040-PRO(LV), easyRESCUE-PRO - A040-PRO(BT),
easyRESCUE-PRO - A040-PRO(BT-LV), easyRESCUE-PRO3-
A04003, easyRESCUE-PRO3(LV) - A04003(LV))
•User manual German / English
•Declaration of conformity
•Belt clip with retaining plate and screws
(only with A040 and A049)

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3Abstract
The devices of the easyRESCUE series are portable, battery-
operated AIS emergency transmitters with an integrated GPS
receiver.
The devices are suitable for the use in lifeboats, life rafts and
life vests and they are approved by SOLAS for the same.
The rescue transmitter works as an AIS-SART (search-and-
rescue-transmitter) and can be activated in case of an
emergency at sea in order to inform any surrounding ships
that are equipped with AIS receivers of your position via radio.
Depending on the model, the device also has an additional
automatic triggering function upon water contact and/or a
magnetic switch with a ripcord (see chapter 4.4.2)
The devices of the easyRESCUE-PRO series also have a DSC
transceiver.
In addition to AIS and DSC, devices of the easyRESCUE-PRO3
series also transmit the homing signal on the frequency 121.5
MHz.

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The range of the Rescue Transmitter amounts to
approximately 5-10 nm (nautical miles) if operated just above
the water surface. If the Rescue Transmitter is located more
than 1 m above the water surface, the range is approximately
10-15 nm (at a height of the reception antenna of
approximately 15 m).
Rescue helicopters can even receive information from the
transmitter at a distance of over 40 nautical miles.
The Rescue Transmitter uses the standard AIS position
message No. 1, which can be received and displayed by all AIS
stations or commercial shipping vessels (Class A) and sports
ships (Class B).
Upon activation, the batteries continue to transmit for more
than 96 hours at -20°C (under normal conditions longer).
The device is waterproof, floatable, resistant to salt water, oil
and sunlight and tolerates a fall from 20 m into the water.
The batteries can be replaced. This may only be done by your
authorized distributor.
3.1 AIS Function
According to international standards, 8 emergency messages
(2x Message 14, 6x Message 1 with position) are sent every
minute on two world-standard VHF radio frequencies.

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3.2 DSC Function
Only applies to devices of the easyRESCUE-PRO/-PRO3series:
Devices of the PRO series have a built-in DSC transceiver.
In case of activation, the Rescue Transmitter will send
additionally a DSC emergency message with GPS coordinates,
which is part of the GMDSS rescue chain.
The DSC Receiver receives the acknowledge of the DSC
emergency message (e.g. acknowledge of a coastal radio
station) and stops the DSC transmission.
The transmission of AIS continues notwithstanding the above.
By activating the device, the transmission of the emergency
messages by DSC starts as follows:
(Please see also flow chart on next page)
Step 1:
Sending of emergency message only to saved MMSI without
GPS position („closed loop“ = individual call)
Step 2:
Sending of emergency message only to saved MMSI with GPS
position („closed loop“ = individual call)
Step 3:
Senden der Notfallmeldung an alle erreichbaren Stationen,
mit GPS-Position. („open loop“ = all ships call)

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3.3 Homing Function
(Only applies to devices of the easyRESCUE-PRO3series)
In addition to the two other emergency signals, the
easyRESCUE-PRO3sends another signal on the frequency 121.5
MHz. This allows SAR forces to locate the person overboard.
With appropriate reception equipment, as used by the rescue
organizations, the so-called "homing signal" can be received
and the direction to the victim accurately targeted. Especially
when there is no search in sight in the dark, 121.5 MHz
direction finding is very helpful. This signal is sent for six hours
after activation of the easyRESCUE-PRO3or until the device is
deactivated.

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4Functions
4.1 Device overview

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4.2 LED Elements
4.2.1 LED „FLASH“
The white LED flashes when the
Rescue Transmitter being activated
(ON or TEST mode). This powerful
LED assists in finding the person in
distress in darkness or bad weather
conditions.
4.2.2 LED „TEST“
The yellow LED "TEST" blinks when
the Rescue Transmitter is in TEST
mode.
At the end of TEST mode, it indicates
–together with LED „GPS“ –the Test
result.
4.2.3 LED „ON“ / „DSC“
The green LED blinks to visualize the
activated ON mode (in Rescue
Transmitters those without DSC
functionality).

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(Only applies to devices of the easyRESCUE-PRO/-PRO3series)
In those devices with DSC function, the green DSC LED is
usually off during operation and only blinks when the Rescue
Transmitter receives a DSC confirmation.
This may be possible in 2 cases:
1) The Rescue Transmitter receives a DSC confirmation from a
ship or a coast control center during the DSC distress call
functionality. It continues to blink until the Rescue
Transmitter is switched off or if the battery is too low.
2) The Rescue Transmitters receives a DSC confirmation during
a function test.
4.2.4 LED „GPS“
LED “GPS” blinks green when
receiving GPS signals and if a position
can be determined. If GPS reception is
not possible, the LED is stays off.
At the end of TEST mode, it indicates
–together with LED „TEST“ – the Test
result.

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4.3 Sliding Cover
The sliding cover prevents accidental triggering.
The following picture shows the different versions of the
slider.
Standard Universal Universal LV
Universal/Universal LV
The "ON" button can be uncovered by pushing the slider
down. The seal label, which serves as an indicator for a manual
release, will break by doing this. The TEST button can be
accessed at any time.
Standard
(Only applies to devices of the easyRESCUE A040, A040-BW
series)
By pulling down the slide, the "TEST" button can be
released, by pressing the slide strongly upwards, the "ON"
button can be released. The red plastic seal, which serves as
an indicator for a manual release, will break by doing this.

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4.4 ON Mode (Alert)
4.4.1 Overview Sent Signals
A040
A049
A040-BW-
COM
A040-
PRO
A04003-
PRO3
AIS
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
DSC
x
x
x
✓
✓
Homing
(121,5 MHz)
x
x
x
x
✓
4.4.1.1 AIS Emergency Signal
After activation, the upper Flash LED starts blinking at an
interval and the Rescue Transmitter starts sending AIS
emergency signals. (See chapter 3.1)
4.4.1.2 DSC Alert
(Only applies to devices of the easyRESCUE-PRO/-PRO3series)
DSC alarming is initiated simultaneously. (See chapter 3.2)
4.4.1.3 Homing Signal (121.5 MHz)
(Only applies to devices of the easyRESCUE-PRO3series)
In addition, a 121.5 MHz reference signal will be transmitted
permanently for 6 hours after the first minute. (See chapter
3.3)

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4.4.2 Overview Triggering Functions
A040
A049
A040-
BW-COM
A040-
PRO
A04003-
PRO3
Manual
activation
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
Water
activation
x
✓
✓
✓
✓
Magnet
activation
x
x
✓
✓
✓
4.4.2.1 Manual Activation
By pushing the slider down, the button "ON" is exposed and
can be activated.