Ocean Signal E101V User manual

User Manual
E101V
Emergency Position
Indicating Radio Beacon
(Including Float Free VDR memory capsule)
English

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© 2015 Ocean Signal Ltd
The technical data, information and illustrations contained in this manual were elieved to
e correct at the time of print. Ocean Signal Ltd reserve the right to change specifications
and other information contained in this manual as part of our continual improvement
process.
No part of this manual may e reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in
any form, electronic or otherwise, without the prior permission of Ocean Signal Ltd.
No lia ility can e accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in this manual.
Ocean Signal® and rescueME® are registered trademarks of Ocean Signal Ltd.
For ease of access please record details of your EPIRB here.
Owners Name: .............................................
Vessel Name: ...............................................
Beacon HEX ID (UIN): ...................................

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IN C SE OF EMERGENCY
Use only in Situations of Grave or Imminent
Danger
•For Manual Activation
•Remove the EPIRB from the housing
•Make sure the antenna is folded out fully vertical
•Break off the protective cover
•Slide and hold the Green switch to the left, then slide the RED
switch into the down position and release the Green switch
•The green led will flash to indicate activation
•The stro e light will start flashing to indicate it is activated
•Remove the lanyard cover
•Holding the free end of the lanyard, throw the EPIRB into the water.
Refer to section 4.2 for deactivation instructions.

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CONTENTS
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ........................................................................................................................... 3
1. GENERAL ............................................................................................................................................ 5
1.1 Introduction .................................................................................................................. 5
1.2 Exposure to RF Electromagnetic Energy .................................................................... 5
1.3 Warnings ...................................................................................................................... 5
1.4 Operating Mode ............................................................................................................ 5
1.5 COSPAS/SARSAT System ............................................................................................ 6
2. Installation .......................................................................................................................................... 6
2.1 VDR Installation ........................................................................................................... 7
2.2 EPIRB Installation ........................................................................................................ 8
3. E101V OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................................ 9
4. OPERATION .......................................................................................................................................10
4.1 Manual Release and Activation ................................................................................. 10
4.2 Deactivation................................................................................................................ 11
4.3 False Alerts ................................................................................................................ 11
5. TESTING ............................................................................................................................................12
5.1 Beacon test ................................................................................................................ 12
5.2 GPS test ...................................................................................................................... 13
6. APPENDIX ..........................................................................................................................................14
6.1 Maintenance and Trou leshooting ........................................................................... 14
6.2 Batteries ..................................................................................................................... 14
6.3 Transport.................................................................................................................... 14
6.4 Disposal ...................................................................................................................... 15
6.5 Specifications ............................................................................................................. 16
6.6 Approvals ................................................................................................................... 17
6.7 Registration ................................................................................................................ 17
6.8 Limited Warranty ....................................................................................................... 18

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1. GENERAL
1.1 Introduction
The SafeSea range of products provides the user with the latest technology specifically
designed for compact size and ease of operation. The E101V is an Emergency Position
Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) with an integrated VDR memory capsule. It is intended as
a float free memory capsule meeting the requirements of IMO Resolution MSC.333(90).
1.2 Exposure to RF Electromagnetic Energy
This product complies with EN62479 (EU) and RSS-102 (Canada).
1.3 Warnings
It is a legal requirement to register your EPIRB with your National Authority.
Only use your EPIRB in a situation of grave and imminent danger. Deli erately
misusing your EPIRB or setting it off accidentally may result in prosecution and a
fine.
Your EPIRB contains lithium atteries. Please see section 6.2 for information on
safe transportation.
The attery in your EPIRB should e replaced immediately if it has een activated,
or if the test indicator shows the attery as ‘used’, or if the expiry date marked on
the unit has een exceeded.
The E101V is supplied with an automatic release housing (ARH101V) with
connection to the VDR. See the installation guidelines in section 2 for further
information.
Please read these instructions carefully. Failure to follow the guidance in this
manual may result in loss of warranty.
1.4 Operating Mode
Your E101V may e operated in a variety of modes.
1.4.1 Floating in water (a)
This is the preferred method of operation. Ensure the EPIRB is firmly tied to the life raft or
person efore deployment.
1.4.2 On deck ( )
When deploying the EPIRB on a deck, ensure it is vertical and clear of o structions that
might impede a clear view of the sky.
1.4.3 In a safety raft (c)
The EPIRB may e deployed in a liferaft, where it should e held in a vertical position so
that there is a clear view of the sky, prefera ly outside of the canopy.

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a) EPIRB floating in
water
) EPIRB deployed on
deck
c) EPIRB used in a
liferaft.
1.5 COSPAS/SARSAT System
The COSPAS/SARSAT system utilises two satellite arrays to provide distress alert and
location data to search and rescue authorities. The GEOSAR system can provide near
immediate alerting within the coverage of the receiving satellite. The LEOSAR system
provides coverage of the polar region eyond
the range of the GEOSAR system. It can
calculate the location of distress events using
Doppler processing techniques and is less
suscepti le to o structions which could lock
a signal in a given direction. The system is
comprised of instruments on oard the
satellites which detect the signals from the distress eacons. Ground receiving stations,
referred to as Local Users Terminals (LUTs) receive and process the satellite downlink
signal to generate the distress alerts. The distress alerts, generated y the LUTs, are then
received y Mission Control Centres (MCCs) which then forward the alert to Rescue Co-
ordination Centres (RCCs), Search and Rescue Points of Contacts (SPOCs) and other MCCs.
2. Installation
The E101V should e mounted where it is easily accessi le in an emergency.
Do not mount the EPIRB closer than 1 metre to any steering compass as this may
affect the accuracy of the compass. Keep the EPIRB away from any strong magnetic
sources such as loudspeakers, compass compensation magnets, etc., which might
cause inadvertent activation.

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2.1 VDR Installation
The E100V float free memory capsule should e mounted in an
external position where it will not e impeded when the float
free mechanism is automatically activated, irrespective of the
orientation of the vessel when it is sinking. The position should
e as high as possi le on the vessel, ut in a position where it
can still e accessed to manually release and test the E101V.
The ARH101 ase should e mounted on a flat surface using
the four screws provided at the positions shown in the
dimensional drawing opposite.
2.1.1 VDR Connection
The E101V Float Free Capsule connects to the Main VDR system via a dedicated Ethernet
connection. Please consult the VDR manufacturers User and Installation Manuals for
further details of integration of the E101V with the VDR. The ca le from the E101V housing
should e connected as descri ed elow. The E101V memory capsule is completely
isolated from the EPIRB attery and must e connected to either the ships supply (10.8-
31.2Volts DC) or Power Over Ethernet (POE). Please follow the connection diagrams
carefully to ensure correct operation.
• Feed the ca le from the ARH101 housing through the gland of one half of the supplied
waterproof ca le housing and connect the RJ 45 connector as shown in the
accompanying ta le and diagram.
From Float Free
To VDR Network
ARH101
RJ45
POE
Ships Supply
Wire Colour
Pin
Wire Colour
Function
Wire Colour
Function
White/Orange 1 White/Orange Rx+ White/Orange Rx+
Orange 2 Orange Rx- Orange Rx-
White/Green 3 White/Green Tx+ White/Green Tx+
Blue 4 Blue DC+(POE) Do not connect
5 Do not connect Do not connect
Green 6 Green Tx- Green Tx-
7 Do not connect Do not connect
Brown 8 Brown DC-(POE) Do not connect
White/Blue - Do not connect White/Blue +ve (24V)
White/Brown - Do not connect White/Brown -ve (0V)
Screen Ground

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• Pass the ca le from the ship’s network through the gland of the mating half and
connect to the RJ45 connector as shown for POE or ship’s supply options.
• Connect the two ca les through the joiner and mate the waterproof ca le housing
together.
2.1.2 Ships Supply Connection
When connecting the E100V to the Ships supply, the included junction ox must e
used. This is fitted close to the VDR network switch and connected as shown in the
diagram elow, noting the polarity of the supply connections.
2.2 EPIRB Installation
• Take the HRU and locate the two retaining ridges at the ottom of the HRU onto the
spring. Carefully push the HRU against the spring
• Push the HRU into position as shown. Push the locking pin with the retaining flange
pointing down.
• Pull the HRU up and load the EPIRB into the housing, ensuring it locates into the
upstand in the ase. Gently release the HRU to lock the EPIRB in place.
• Plug the network ca le from the E100V into the socket in the ase, eing careful to line
the pins up correctly efore pressing home.
• Replace the housing cover, making sure the ca le and antenna are neatly stowed.
Rotate the locking kno clockwise and insert the R-clip to lock it in place.
+V
0V
From VDR
To E101V
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3. E101V OVERVIEW
1) Grappling loops
2) Stro e lights
3) Test switch
4) Break off protective ta
5) Interlock switch
6) Indicator LED
7) Activation switch
* The lanyard on the rear of the EPIRB is provided to attach the EPIRB to the life raft or your person,
once it is activated. Do not use it to attach it to the ship, as this may result in the loss of the EPIRB if
the vessel sinks.
It is important that the vessel details are marked on the EPIRB. The MMSI, Vessel
Name and Call Sign are printed at the time of programming, where known. Cover this
la el with the clear protective la el provided to protect the text from wear.
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4. OPERATION
W RNING: USE ONLY IN SITU TIONS OF
GR VE ND IMMINENT D NGER.
MISUSE M Y RESULT IN SEVERE PEN LTY
Ensure that your E101V is always fitted with an unused attery that is within the marked
expiry date. Failure to do so may result in reduced operating time when used in a real
emergency. Please o serve the recommendations on testing in section 05.
4.1 Manual Release and Activation
Only activate your EPIRB in situations requiring emergency assistance from the
rescue authorities. Deli erate misuse of your EPIRB may result in a fine.
• Remove the EPIRB y opening the auto release housing and remove
the EPIRB. Release the housing y pulling the locking R-Clip out of
kno pin. Press down and rotate the kno anti-clockwise to the
unlock position.
• Remove the housing as shown
• Release the hydrostatic release unit y pressing down and
removing the pin. Holding on to the EPIRB, pull the HRU away
until the spring is fully released. This will also pull the network
connector out of its socket. The EPIRB can now e activated.
• To activate your EPIRB in an emergency, reak off the clear
protective ta .
•
Slide and hold the Green switch to the left, then slide the RED switch into
the down position and release the Green switch

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• During operation the green LED will flash once every five seconds while the GPS is
turned on and o taining a fix. Once a fix is o tained, the green LED will flash quickly
three times.
• Each time a 406MHz transmission is made the LED will flash quickly five times; green
for transmission with a GPS position and red for a transmission without a position.
• The Red LED will flash every 2.5 seconds while the 121.5MHz homing eacon is active.
• When operating the EPIRB in water, tether the eacon to your ody or the liferaft.
• Hold your eacon with the antenna standing vertically. Keep the area marked ‘GPS
Antenna’ free from o struction, which would interfere with the GPS reception.
The EPIRB does not transmit an alert until approximately 50seconds has elapsed.
This allows time to deactivate the unit if accidentally turned on. The homing eacon
is not activated until after the first alert is sent.
4.2 Deactivation
To deactivate your EPIRB after use or if it is accidentally activated, push the green switch
to the left and slide the red switch fully upwards.
Should your EPIRB fail to deactivate using the red switch, fold up the antenna and
completely wrap the EPIRB in several layers of aluminium foil, or place it in a metal
container.
4.3 False Alerts
False alerts cause the rescue authorities unnecessary time and expense. To avoid false
alerts make sure your EPIRB is safely stowed in the automatic release housing with the
protective cover in place. Make sure that there is no excessive pressure applied to the
protective cover. Ensure that any ody carrying the EPIRB is fully aware that this device is
for emergencies and should only e used in situations of grave and imminent danger.
If you accidentally activate your eacon or otherwise set it off when a rescue is not
required, contact your local emergency services as soon as possi le and advise them of
your eacon’s 15 digit HEX code (UIN), your current location and the time the eacon was
first activated.
For USA phone: [phone] (USAF Rescue Coordination Center)
For UK phone: [phone]. (UKCG)

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5. TESTING
Routine testing of your EPIRB is recommended to ensure it is in good working order if
needed, ut please follow the guidance notes elow on the frequency that tests should e
carried out. Please remem er that each test will reduce the attery capacity slightly and
reduce the operation time of your EPIRB during an emergency.
5.1 Beacon test
To test your E101V is functioning correctly, Rotate and hold the grey test key for one
second. The red LED will come on to indicate the switch is depressed, followed y the red
LED flashing rapidly, indicating test mode is activated. The switch may now e released.
The stro e light will flash once (indicating that the 406 and121.5MHz signal has een
transmitted). The indicator LED will flash green or am er to show a pass or red to show
fail status. The unit will automatically turn off. Note: This status indication is repeated a
second time after a short delay.
The num er of green/am er flashes in each group indicates the num er of hours the
attery has een used for as shown in the ta le elow.
Self Test Result Indicator
No of
Flashes
No of hours
used.
Green/Am er
Indicator
*
Type of
Failure
Red
indicator
1 Flash
0 to 1hr
(Green) 121.5MHz
homer
1 to 2hrs
(Am er)
2
Flashes
2 to 4hrs
(Am er)
406MHz
generation
3
Flashes
4 to 6hrs
(Am er)
406MHz
power
4
Flashes
6 to 8hrs
(Am er)
Faulty
attery
5
Flashes
8 to 10hrs
(Am er)
Other failure
6
Flashes
Over 10hrs
(Am er)
*
Changes to Am er after 1 hour of use
Because the test transmits a short urst on the
aircraft distress frequency of 121.5MHz, please
only carry out this test in the first five minutes of
each hour.
It is recommended to test your EPIRB once a
month.
The am er test result indicates the attery has
een used for over one hour or the allowed
num er of tests has een exceeded. The EPIRB
will still operate normally in distress, ut the
attery should e replaced to ensure the full
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5.2 GPS test
Warning: as testing the GPS receiver expends significant amounts of battery energy do
not test the GPS operation more than once a year. Testing the GPS receiver is limited to
12 tests over the lifetime of the battery, after this the GPS test will fail to activate.
This test must only be performed where the EPIRB has a clear and unobstructed view of
the sky. This is required to allow the GPS receiver to acquire a signal from sufficient
satellites to allow it to determine a position. Make sure the area marked “GPS antenna”
is not obstructed.
Rotate and hold the TEST key for ten seconds. The LED will illuminate red to indicate the
key has een pressed then start flashing. Release the test key etween 10 and 15 seconds.
If the TEST key is released efore ten seconds, the EPIRB will enter the self test
mode.
If the TEST key is inadvertently held for over 15 seconds, the LED will start flashing
green. Release the TEST key and wait for 2 minutes efore attempting another GPS
test
After entering the GPS test mode the LED will change to a long red flash and a short green
flash until either a position fix is o tained or the GPS test fails. A successful test will e
indicated y the stro e flashing and the green LED flashing. The num er of green flashes
indicates the num er of GPS tests remaining. The unit automatically turns off after the
test indication.
If after five minutes the GPS receiver has not received a position, a failure will e indicated
y the red LED flashing after which the unit will turn off.
The test can e ended at any time y rotating the TEST key for five seconds.

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6. APPENDIX
6.1 Maintenance and Trou leshooting
Your EPIRB will require little maintenance except periodic cleaning, if required. Always
use a damp cloth to clean the case and dry thoroughly. Do not use solvents or other
cleaning fluids as this may cause the plastics to deteriorate.
6.2 Batteries
The E101V contains Lithium atteries for long operating life. Your attery must e
replaced either after the expiry date or after the EPIRB has een activated for over one
hour. Battery replacement must e done at an Ocean Signal authorised attery
replacement centre.
All Lithium atteries self discharge slowly over time at a rate that is related to
temperature. Maximum performance of the attery is achieved with long term storage at
an average temperature of no greater than 20°C.
6.3 Transport
When shipping your EPIRB the following guidance and regulations should e followed, ut
you are advised to contact your nearest attery replacement centre or Ocean Signal prior
to shipping as regulations may have changed.
• Always pack your EPIRB securely in a stout card oard carton. Ocean Signal advises
that you keep the original packaging in case of return for service.
• For Road or Sea transport the E101V should e shipped as UN3091 packing instruction
903.
• For air transport the E101V should e shipped as category UN3091 and packed under
IATA packing instruction 970 section 1.
6.4 Disposal
Care should e taken when disposing of your EPIRB when it is no longer required. It is
recommended to remove the attery from the EPIRB y removing the case lid. The case
screws are covered y the top la els. Dispose of the attery in accordance with local
waste regulations. Please note that the E101V is not user servicea le and removing the lid
will invalidate the warranty.

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6.5 HRU Replacement
If you have an EPIRB mounted in a float free housing, this will also contain a HR1E
Hydrostatic Release Unit (HRU). The HRU unit must e replaced two years after installation
- the expiry date is marked on the HRU and on the front of the housing. If this date has
een reached then the HRU must e replaced with an Ocean Signal HR1E, failure to do so
may result in the HRU not operating correctly during an emergency situation.
1. Lift the release mechanism y
pulling against the spring and
remove the EPIRB from the housing.
2. Push the HRU down against the
spring and remove the locking pin.
Carefully remove the HRU from the
spring.
3. Using the new HRU, locate the two
retaining ridges (at the ottom of the
HRU) onto the spring. Carefully push
the HRU against the spring.
4. Push the HRU into position as shown.
Push the locking pin home with the
retaining flange pointing down. Load
the EPIRB into the housing.
Mark the la el on the HRU and the supplied la el for fitting to the ARH101, with the expiry
date using a UV resistant indeli le pen. The expiry date should e two years after the date
of installation, ut no more than three years after the date of manufacture marked on the
HRU.

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6.6 Specifications
406MHz Transmitter
Frequency .......................................................................................................... 406.040 MHz ±1KHz
Output Power .................................................................................................................... 5W Typical
Modulation .................................................................................. Phase ±1.1 Radians Pk (16K0G1D)
Encoding ............................................................................................................................. Biphase L
Rate .........................................................................................................................................400 ps
121.5MHz Transmitter
Frequency ......................................................................................................................... 121.5 MHz
Output Power (PERP) ...................................................................................................... 40mW±2dB
Modulation .............................................................................................. Swept Tone AM (3K20A3X)
Modulation Depth ..................................................................................................................... ~97%
Frequency Sta ility ............................................................................................................... ±50ppm
Duty Cycle ................................................................................................................................. ~35%
Low Duty Cycle Stro e
Light Type .................................................................................................... Dual High Intensity LED
Flash Rate .............................................................................................................. 20-30 per minute
Battery
Type ........................................................................................ Lithium Manganese Dioxide (LiMnO2)
Operating ........................................................................................................... >168Hours @ -20°C
Battery Replacement Period ................................................................................................... 8years
GPS Receiver
Satellites Tracked ............................................................................................................ 66 Channel
Sensitivity ............................................................................................................................ -148dBm
Cold Start Re-acquisition ................................................................................................... -163dBm
GPS Antenna ........................................................................................................... Microstrip Patch
General
Weight ............................................................................................................................... 1006grams
Environmental
IEC60945 Category ............................................................................................................... Porta le
Operating Temperature ................................................................................... Class 2 -20C to +55C
Storage Temperature ...................................................................................... Class 2 -30C to +70C
Waterproof ........................................................................................................................ 10m depth
Approvals
Cospas Sarsat standards ................................................................................................ T.001, T.007
Test standards ................................................................................................................. IEC61097-2

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6.7 Approvals
6.7.1 Marine Equipment Directive
The E101V is approved under the EU Marine Equipment Directive 96/98/EC as amended
under Annex A.1/5.6.
6.7.2 Industry Canada Approval
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
su ject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
6.8 Registration
It is a legal requirement to register your EPIRB with your national authority. Failure to do
so may result in prosecution. Accurate registration will help the authorities if your EPIRB
is activated and may speed up your rescue.
To register your eacon, contact your national registration authority via post, email or
online. Provide your 15 digit HEX ID (UIN), 5 digit checksum if required, your contact
details and emergency contact information. Some countries also require additional
information such as oat type and identification or alternative emergency contacts.
For UK registrations go to:
www.gov.uk/406 eacon
For USA registrations go to:
www. eaconregistration.noaa.gov/
For Australia go to:
www.amsa.gov.au/ eacons
For New Zealand go to:
www. eacons.org.nz
Details of other authorities may e found at www.406registration.com.
It is important to make sure that registration details are kept up to date and that the
authority is advised of change of ownership or disposal of your EPIRB.

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6.9 Limited Warranty
Your Ocean Signal E101V is warranted against manufacturing defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase and in accordance with
the following conditions.
Ocean Signal will at its discretion, repair or replace faulty product free of charge excluding
the cost of shipping. Proof of purchase shall e required in order for a warranty claim to
e valid from the original purchaser. All claims shall e made in writing to Ocean Signal or
an approved service dealer.
Ocean Signal shall not e lia le to the uyer under the a ove warranty:
• for any repairs or modifications carried out on the EPIRB using parts that are not
supplied or approved y the manufacture Ocean Signal including atteries and for work
carried out other than y Ocean Signal or approved service dealers,
• for any part, material or accessory that is not manufactured y Ocean Signal the
consumer will e covered y the guarantee / warranty offered to Ocean Signal y the
manufacturer or supplier,
• for product which has not een fully paid for,
• for any product supplied y Ocean Signal to a customer under an alternative warranty
agreement,
• for the cost of shipping product to and from the customer.
The attery is only warranted until the date of expiry and provided the unit is tested in
accordance with the information in the user manual. This warranty does not apply to a
used attery as indicated y the electronic witness (see page 8).
The following specific items are excluded from this warranty:
• reak off cover,
• antenna,
• network connector.
This warranty does not affect your statutory rights. This warranty is to e interpreted
under English law.
For further assistance please contact our Technical Service Department.
Email: [email protected]

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