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- Page 1 AU10 User Manual 790000024_sMRT AU10 User Manual Version 1.8_20140616 June 2014...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
AU10 User Manual v1.8 Table of Contents I Introduction II Glossary of Terms & Acronyms III Warnings & Safety Information IV sMRT AU10 Overview sMRT AU10 Features ................8 V sMRT AU10 Operation Testing the sMRT AU10 ................14... -
Page 3: I Introduction
Warnings and Safety Information section in this manual prior to using the sMRT AU10 for the first time. To operate correctly, the sMRT AU10 should be professionally fitted to an MRT approved PFD by a service centre authorised by MRT. Visit the MRT website www.mrtsos.com... -
Page 4: Glossary Of Terms & Acronyms
AU10 User Manual v1.8 Glossary of Terms & Acronyms Automatic Identification System: Automatic tracking system used on ships and by vessel traffic services for identifying and locating vessels by electronically exchanging data with other nearby ships, AIS base stations, and satellites. -
Page 5: Warnings & Safety Information
Only MRT approved attachment kits/pouches are to be used to attach the unit to the life jacket. The sMRT AU10 must be fitted strictly in accordance with the life jacket manufacturer & MRT's instructions as supplied. The sMRT AU10 must only be fitted by an approved service centre authorised by MRT and the life jacket manufacturer. - Page 6 Inspect the device periodically for signs of wear and tear, visible cracks or other damage. The sMRT AU10 could save your life, treat it with respect at all times. MRT Ltd. © 2014...
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Page 7: Smrt Au10 Overview
AU10 Overview This user manual provides all the information required to operate and test the sMRT AU10 Maritime Survivor Locating Devices. The sMRT AU10 is a dual- operation Personal Locating Device transmitting on the 121.5 MHz search and rescue (SAR) frequency, while simultaneously transmitting GPS position coordinates on AIS channels AIS1 and AIS2. -
Page 8: Smrt Au10 Features
AU10 User Manual v1.8 4.1 sMRT AU10 Features sMRT AU10 Front 1. ANTENNA. 2. AUTO ACTIVATION WATER SENSOR. 3. Product name. 4. ACTIVATION BUTTON GUARD. 5. Front label. 6. RUBBER O-RING restrainer for ARMING SWITCH. 7. BASE CAP (hinged, not separate). - Page 9 AU10 User Manual v1.8 Operation instructions (rear label) sMRT AU10 Rear Mandatory Recertification/Service Date (side label) Device Serial Number (side label). Device MMSI Number (side label). sMRT AU10 Side MRT Ltd. © 2014...
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Page 10: Smrt Au10 Operation
AU10 should only be used in an emergency. DELIBERATE MISUSE MAY INCUR A SEVERE PENALTY. The sMRT AU10 must be professionally fitted to an MRT approved PFD to operate correctly. This ensures the device is in the most effective position for water activation and emergency transmissions, while the PFD assists the casualty to remain afloat and face-up when in the water. - Page 11 AU10 User Manual v1.8 Remove the sMRT AU10 as displayed and lift the RUBBER O- RING up and over the ARMING SWITCH. Push the ARMING SWITCH down to the [READY] position until it clicks into place and ensure the RUBBER O-RING is positioned in the gap above the ARMING SWITCH.
- Page 12 121.5 MHz search and rescue (SAR) frequency, while simultaneously transmitting GPS position coordinates on AIS channels AIS1 and AIS2. sMRT AU10 transmissions continue after activation until the device is disarmed/switched [OFF]. There are two methods of activation.
- Page 13 AU10 User Manual v1.8 CAUTION: DO NOT store or transport the unit in a wet or high moisture environment to avoid accidental activation. Disarming/Deactivation of the sMRT AU10 Slide the ARMING SWITCH up to the [OFF] position and then lift and pull the RUBBER O-RING down and over the ARMING SWITCH.
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Page 14: Testing The Smrt Au10
AU10 User Manual v1.8 5.1 Testing the sMRT AU10 A full system test is performed prior to the sMRT AU10 being installed into an MRT approved PFD. The device is [OFF] when shipped in a PFD and needs to be configured in the [READY] state prior to use. A full system test should also be performed. - Page 15 RED LED flashes. Low Power Test Mode: Verifying 121.xxMHz and AIS Transmissions When in low power test mode, the sMRT AU10 will display battery LED indications and transmit low power 121MHz and AIS test transmissions. Verifying 121.xxMHz Test Transmissions Live units transmit on 121.5MHz and training units transmit on 121.65MHz or 121.775MHz.
- Page 16 AU10 User Manual v1.8 activate GPS test mode. 2. The unit will attempt to acquire a GPS lock, which is indicated by an audio BEEP every few seconds. BEEPS will cease for a short period after a GPS lock has been acquired, followed by a change in the BEEP tone.
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Page 17: Recertification And Servicing
PFD's service label (see following label example). sMRT AU10 Service Label Do not use your sMRT AU10 if there are any signs of wear and tear, or if any functional tests fail. MRT Ltd. and authorised service agents offer a full and comprehensive service and repair facility for recertification of units and battery replacement. - Page 18 Operational Life The sMRT AU10 has a service life of 5 years and must be recertified annually. The battery should be replaced during annual servicing and the device should be replaced after 5 years.
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Page 19: Declaration Of Conformity
AU10 User Manual v1.8 Declaration of Conformity MRT Ltd. © 2014... -
Page 20: Fcc Compliance Information Statement
AU10 User Manual v1.8 FCC Compliance Information Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference; and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. -
Page 21: Warranty
AU10 User Manual v1.8 Warranty It is important to register the purchase of MRT products by completing the warranty card enclosed with the product, or by completing the online form. Failure to complete registration could delay any warranty claim. Online... - Page 22 AU10 User Manual v1.8 Please list the serial numbers from products purchased: MRT Ltd. © 2014...
- Page 23 Privacy Policy. We w ill also use this information to contact you w ith important product updates. From time-to-time, w e w ould like to keep you informed of new developments, offers and activities relating to Marine Rescue Technologies Ltd and its products.
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Page 24: Terms Of Sale
Equipment, including embedded code, and all related documentation supplied under the Contract. Supplier: Marine Rescue Technologies Limited (Company No. 04202403), Registered Of f ice: Halif ax House, 30-34 George Street, Hull, East Y orkshire HU1 3AJ. - Page 25 AU10 User Manual v1.8 (a) These Conditions shall: (i) apply to and be incorporated in the Contract; and (ii) prev ail ov er any inconsistent terms or clauses contained in or ref erred to in the Customer's purchase order, conf irmation of order, or specif ication, or implied by law, trade custom, practice or course of dealing.
- Page 26 AU10 User Manual v1.8 (b) The price of the Equipment shall be as stated in the Supplier's acknowledgement of order or quotation, or where no price has been quoted (or a quoted price is no longer v alid), the price listed in the Supplier's price list current at the date of acceptance of the order.
- Page 27 AU10 User Manual v1.8 Pay ment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998; (iv ) make a storage charge f or any undeliv ered Equipment at its current rates f rom time to time; (v ) a general lien on all Equipment and property belonging to the Customer, exercisable in respect of all sums lawf ully due f rom the Customer to the Supplier.
- Page 28 AU10 User Manual v1.8 (iii) not destroy , def ace or obscure any identif y ing mark or packaging on or relating to the Equipment; (iv ) keep the Equipment insured on the Supplier's behalf f or its f ull price against all risks with a reputable...
- Page 29 AU10 User Manual v1.8 11 Maintenance & Support - IMPORTANT (a) It is the Customer’s responsibility to arrange f or Annual Maintenance/Support and Annual Recertif ication of all Equipment to be undertaken by the Supplier in accordance with the Maintenance Protocols f or that Equipment under a separate Annual Maintenance &...
- Page 30 AU10 User Manual v1.8 (ii) the def ect has arisen because the Customer f ailed to f ollow the Supplier's oral or written instructions as to the storage, commissioning, operation or use of the Equipment or (if there are none) good industry practice;...
- Page 31 AU10 User Manual v1.8 (d) Subject to clause 14(b) and clause 14(c): (i) the Supplier shall not in any circumstances be liable, whether in tort (including without limitation f or negligence or breach of statutory duty howsoev er arising), contract, misrepresentation (whether innocent or negligent) or otherwise f or: (i) any loss of rev enue, business, anticipated sav ings or prof it or any loss of use or v alue;...
- Page 32 AU10 User Manual v1.8 written instructions or authorisation. (c) This clause 16 shall surv iv e termination of the Contract, howev er arising. 17 Termination (a) Without prejudice to any other right or remedy av ailable to the Supplier, the Supplier may terminate the...
- Page 33 AU10 User Manual v1.8 f orce. (c) Each party acknowledges that, in entering into the Contract and the documents ref erred to in it, it does not rely on any statement, representation, assurance or warranty (Representation) of any person (whether a party to the Contract or not) other than as expressly set out in the Contract or those documents.
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Page 34: Disclaimer
Misuse or false activation is unlawful and irresponsible, and could result in prosecution or penalty. The sMRT AU10 should not be relied on as the only source of man overboard notification and the vessel owner, operator or master must exercise common prudence and good seamanship at all times. -
Page 35: Trademark Notice
© Marine Rescue Technologies Limited 2012. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be transmitted or copied in any form whatsoever with the express written permission of Marine Rescue Technologies Limited. -
Page 36: Technical Specifications
AU10 User Manual v1.8 13 Technical Specifications MRT Ltd. © 2014... - Page 37 Index - O - Index Operation - A - Overview - R - Activating the device Arming the device Recertification - B - Registration crewsafe configurator Battery replacement introduction - C - - S - Conformity Declaration of Conformity Safety information Specifications Conventions technical...
- Page 38 Europe and Rest of the World Marine Rescue Technologies Ltd. Marshall House, Zarya Court, Grovehill Road, Beverley East Riding of Yorkshire, HU17 0JG, United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0)1482 679 300 info@mrtsos.com www.mrtsos.com Australia and Asia Pacific Mobilarm Limited 38 Guthrie Street...