WamBlee W420 Rescue-Me User manual

W420
W420EX
Ed. 1.1.0 (US)
3/2016
User's manual

Doc: Wamblee_W420_Users manual (US)

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Warning
This device must only be used in situations of serious, imminent danger.
Deliberate use in a non-emergency situation may lead to prosecution.
Keep the device at least 1 meter away from magnetic sources and any
devices sensitive to magnetic fields.
hange or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment (F 15.21).
The technical data, information and illustrations contained in this manual
were believed to be correct at the time of print. Wamblee s.r.l. 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 be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or
transmitted in any form, electronic or otherwise, without the prior
permission of Wamblee s.r.l..
No liability can be accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in this
manual.
WamBlee is a registered trademarks of WamBlee s.r.l.
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Introduction
ongratulations and thank you for purchasing the W420/W420EX
AIS MSLD, one of the most high-tech, reliable devices available on the
market.
The W420/W420EX AIS MSLD, when activated, is capable of
transmitting an AIS signal, useful for locating people who are missing at
sea.
As the owner of this radio device you are advised to:
Read this manual.
Activate your W420/W420EX ONLY in the event of an emergency.
Prepare and check an emergency plan.
Do not activate your W420/W420EX to check whether it is
working properly: follow the test procedures described in this
manual.
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This product has been evaluated for compliance with the F RF
exposure limits given in FR 47 part 1.307(b) at a distance of greater than
2 cms.
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Technical specifications
Emission VHF channel AIS 1 & 2
Emission power +31 dBm typical, > +27 dBm
Modulation GMSK, 16K0GXW
Message type Type 1 (GPS, UT , SOG, OG, UID) and type 14 (SART
A TIVE or SART TEST)
GPS module Update position every minute
Light signalling white LED, 70 mS flash repeated 20 times/minute
Antenna Flexible wipe antenna with rubber protective sheath
Operating temperature from -20° to +55°
Stowage temperature from -30° to +70°
Battery supply 3 primary LiMnO2 2/3AA batteries( R123) non
hazardous
Battery replacement 5 year from installation
Operations and controls Armed, manual activation, partially automatic, TEST
function
Duration of
operation(once activated)
At least 24 hours
Size 125 x 65 x 25 mm (L x W x H) (antenna excluded)
Weight 140 g
Standard applied and
compliance
R&TTE Directive 99/05/EE , EN61097-14, EN61108
part1,2 e 4, EN60945, ITU-R M.1371
Approval
FCC ID : XLK-W420
ATEX approval
(for W420EX version)
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Installation
The W420/W420EX device has been designed to be worn by the user.
The device can be installed directly on lifejacket using the mounting
bracket and adhesive sticker to fix the antenna. The use of the AIS MSLD
unit with the antenna around the neck or close to the body, dramatically
reduce the coverage area and is not recommended.
For this type of installation please consult the life jacket manufacturer of
our representative dealer.
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peration
Before wearing the device it is recommended that you proceed with a test
of your W420/W420EX AIS MSLD to ensure it is working properly; test
procedures are described in the 'Functional Test’ section of the manual.
How to “arm” your W420/W420EX AIS MSLD
To ensure that your device is ready for activation, the knob (1) must be set
to the 'ARMED' position.
Press the push button (2) inwards to release the safety lock. Then, keeping
the push button pressed, rotate the knob anticlockwise until it reaches the
'ARMED' position, then release the push button (2).
Your W420/W420EX is ready to be activated in the event of an emergency.
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