Ocean Signal EPIRB1 User Manual

Ocean Signal EPIRB1 User Manual

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Emergency Position
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  • Page 1 User Manual EPIRB1 Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon English www.oceansignal.com...
  • Page 2 The technical data, information and illustrations contained in this manual were believed to be 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.
  • Page 3: In Case Of Emergency

    EPIRB1 User Manual IN CASE OF EMERGENCY USE ONLY IN SITUATIONS OF GRAVE OR IMMINENT DANGER Press on the release tab Pull the EPIRB from the bracket Pull the antenna out from the body to its full extent* by pulling on the red cap...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    EPIRB1 User Manual IN CASE OF EMERGENCY GENERAL 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Exposure to RF Electromagnetic Energy 1.3 Warnings 1.4 Operating Mode 1.5 COSPAS/SARSAT System INSTALLATION EPIRB1 OVERVIEW 3.1 EPIRB Class OPERATION 4.1 Activation 4.2 Deactivation 4.3 False Alerts TESTING 5.1 Beacon Test 5.2 GPS Test...
  • Page 5: General

    Introduction The rescueME range of products provide the user with the latest technology specifically designed for compact size and ease of operation. The EPIRB1 is an Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) for manual release only. It is intended as a carry off EPIRB, but may also be used as a supplementary alerting device as specified in SOLAS regulations.
  • Page 6: Cospas/Sarsat System

    (RCCs), Search and Rescue Points of Contacts (SPOCs) and other MCCs. INSTALLATION 29mm The EPIRB1 should be mounted where it is easily accessible in an emergency. The bracket should be securely fixed to a flat bulkhead using the three screws provided. Mounting dimen- sions are shown in the drawing.
  • Page 7: Epirb1 Overview

    • Class 3 EPIRBs can only be manually activated using the ON key. They DO NOT automatically activate when immersed in water. Class 3 EPIRB1 beacons are only approved for sale in Australia and New Zealand. 912S-01365 v01.22...
  • Page 8: Operation

    IMMINENT DANGER. MISUSE MAY RESULT IN A SE- VERE PENALTY Ensure that your EPIRB1 is always fitted with an unused battery that is within the marked expiry date. Failure to do so may result in reduced operating time when used in a real emergency. Please observe the recommendations on testing in section 5.
  • Page 9: Deactivation

    EPIRB1 User Manual AUTOMATIC ACTIVATION (class 2 only): When placed in water the EPIRB1 will automatically activate in the same manner as above after a short delay. When operating the EPIRB in water, tether the beacon to your body or the liferaft.
  • Page 10: Testing

    Retract the antenna after the test. To test your EPIRB1 is functioning correctly, press and hold the TEST key for at least one second. The red LED will come on to indicate the switch is depressed, fol- lowed by the red LED flashing rapidly, indicating test mode is activated.
  • Page 11: Gps Test

    EPIRB1 User Manual Because the test transmits a short burst 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.
  • Page 12: Appendix

    It is recommended to remove the battery from the EPIRB by removing the case lid. The case screws are covered by the top label. Dispose of the battery in accordance with local waste regulations. Please note that the EPIRB1 is not user serviceable and removing the lid will invalidate the warranty.
  • Page 13: Specifications

    EPIRB1 User Manual Specifications 406MHz Transmitter Frequency 406.040 MHz ±1KHz Output Power 12W max EIRP Modulation Phase ±1.1 Radians Pk (16K0G1D) Encoding Biphase L Rate 400 bps 121.5MHz Transmitter Frequency 121.5 MHz Output Power 40mW±2dB Modulation Swept Tone AM (3K20A3X)
  • Page 14: Approvals

    National Approvals:   6.6.1 European Declaration of Conformity Hereby, Ocean Signal Ltd. declares that the radio equipment type EPIRB1 is in com- pliance with Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU. The DoC can be found at the following website link: https://oceansignal.com/approvals-documents/ 6.6.2...
  • Page 15: Warranty Information

    2 years from the date of purchase and in accord- ance 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 from the original purchaser shall be required in order for a warranty claim to be valid.
  • Page 16 Ocean Signal Ltd. Unit 4, Ocivan Way Margate CT9 4NN United Kingdom info@oceansignal.com www.oceansignal.com...

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