- Internal GPS engine allows faster 406 EPIRB location than standard, non-GPS-enabled models; can update position every 20 minutes
- New GPS engine provides faster acquisition time
- EPIRB has Circuitry, Battery Voltage and GPS Acquisition Test features built in, or can be fully tested at a BRC (See Glossary-Full Functional Self-Test)
- Patented proprietary electronics package for faster, more stable 406 frequency transmission
- Field Programmable at BRC equipped with FPR-100, FPR-10
- 48 hours operating life at -40C (-40F), allowing for monthly self-test for 5 years
- Lanyard coil retained with all around cover for non-tangling deployment
- Universal usage illustrations; English and French languages
- Mounting Bracket included with EPIRB purchase
- Transmits on 406 MHz (COSPAS-SARSAT) with your registered, unique, digitally-coded distress signal, and 121.5 MHz (SAR homing frequency)
- Built-in strobe for enhanced location in poor visibility conditions
- Single, three-position switch for easy test of battery, EPIRB and GPS operation. Steady green LED indicates unit has passed full functional EPIRB test. Flashing red LED indicates unit is "ON"
- Can be manually activated; self-buoyant - no external float collar to lose
- High impact plastic case designed to withstand exposure to UV rays, oil, sea water and raft packing
- 5-year limited warranty
- 5-year replacement life lithium battery
Size(including antenna): 17.5 x 6.25 x 5.5 in. (44.5 x 15.4 x 14.0 cm)Weight: 4.5 lbs. (2.0 kg)Material:High impact polycarbonate blend case/polyethylene bracketColor: Hi-Viz Yellow/White bracketDeployment: Automatic, hydrostatic release or manualOperation: Lift switch up, slide left, push back and down fully, breaking tab; water activated when out of bracketWaterproof: 33 ft (10 m)Certification: COSPAS-SARSAT, FCC, USCG, European MED U.S. Patent Number U.S. Pat. No. 6,501,340Limited Warranty: 5 yearsBattery Type: Lithium - 5-year replacement lifeModulation: AMRadiated Power: 5 watts +2dB (406 MHz) 50 mW +3dB (121.5)Operating Life: 48 hours @ -40C (-40F)
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