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- Page 1 V100 User Manual 790000022_sMRT V100 User Manual Version 2.0_20150112 January 2015...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
V100 User Manual v2.0 Table of Contents Part I Introduction Part II Glossary of Terms & Acronyms Part III Warnings & Safety Information Part IV sMRT V100 Overview sMRT V100 Features ................10 Part V sMRT V100 Operation Cancelling Alerts ................ -
Page 3: Part I Introduction
Warnings and Safety Information section in this manual prior to using the sMRT V100 for the first time. To operate correctly, the sMRT V100 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 MRT approved PFD. Warnings: DO NOT unzip the main PFD zip. Use the sMRT V100 access point zip in the life jacket to prepare the sMRT V100 for use. sMRT V100 Record of Ownership Manufacturers of man overboard devices maintain an ownership database in order to assist Search and Rescue (SAR) authorities in the event of an emergency.
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Page 5: Glossary Of Terms & Acronyms
V100 User Manual v2.0 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 6: Part Iii Warnings & Safety Information
WARNING: The sMRT V100 is not an EPIRB and its emergency transmission is not detected by orbiting satellites. The sMRT V100 is a short range Personal Locating Device (PLD), that transmits an emergency message via VHF DSC and AIS only. - Page 7 Only MRT approved attachment kits/pouches are to be used to attach the unit to the life jacket. The sMRT V100 must be fitted strictly in accordance with the life jacket manufacturer & MRT's instructions as supplied. The sMRT V100 must only be fitted by an approved service centre authorised by MRT.
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Page 8: Part Iv Smrt V100 Overview
Search and Rescue (SAR) authorities. How the sMRT V100 Works The sMRT V100 uses the marine VHF radio band to transmit distress alerts and updated GPS positions regularly from the survivor in the water to VHF DSC radios, as well as AIS equipped vessels within range. - Page 9 ETSI profile includes 10 minutes closed loop activation. 2 minute VHF DSC receiver activation period after VHF-DSC transmissions; VHF radio acknow ledgment may be received by sMRT V100. Prevention of Accidental Activation The flush-mounted design of the SWITCH LOCK, ACTIVATION SWITCH and ON TAB prevents the device from being accidentally activated.
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Page 10: Smrt V100 Features
V100 User Manual v2.0 4.1 sMRT V100 Features MRT Ltd. © 2014... - Page 11 Test Spot A TEST SPOT is located on the left side of the sMRT V100. Place the TEST MAGNET over the TEST SPOT to activate a full device test and verify GPS acquisition is functioning. For more information see Testing.
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Page 12: Part V Smrt V100 Operation
WARNING: DO NOT unzip the main PFD zip. Use the sMRT V100 access point zip in the life jacket to prepare the sMRT V100 for use. The ON TAB is attached to the PFD. DO NOT remove the ON TAB from the sMRT V100 during setup as this will activate the device when it is in the [READY] position and send distress alerts. - Page 13 Reattach the Velcro tab and close the access point zip securely. The sMRT V100 and PFD is now ready for use. WARNING: After arming the unit it can remain in the life jacket for 12 months until the jacket and beacon require servicing and recertification.
- Page 14 2. Replace the SWITCH LOCK to ensure the device remains inactive while transported. How to Activate the Device when Armed When the sMRT V100 is armed in the [READY] position it can activate as follows: 1. Automatically via the water sensor after 2 seconds of continuous immersion.
- Page 15 WARNING: The destination MMSI numbers of vessels in your fleet must be configured into the sMRT V100, or VHF DSC closed loop alerts will not be transmitted by the device during activation in an emergency. This could delay rescue and lead to loss of life.
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Page 16: Cancelling Alerts
V100 User Manual v2.0 5.1 Cancelling Alerts Cancelling the Distress Alert after Recovery of a Man Overboard or Accidental Activation To deactivate the device and cancel the distress alert: 1. Remove the SWITCH LOCK if it is in place and slide the ACTIVATION SWITCH from [READY] to the [OFF] position. -
Page 17: Testing
V100 User Manual v2.0 5.2 Testing A full system test is performed prior to the sMRT V100 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 18 1. The ACTIVATION SWITCH can be in the [OFF] or [READY] positions when performing a full system test. 2. Open the sMRT V100 access point zip in the PFD. Insert the TEST MAGNET and hold it over the TEST SPOT for three seconds to activate test mode.
- Page 19 V100 User Manual v2.0 position for a maximum of 5 minutes. Ensure the device has a clear view of the sky to receive a GPS signal. The RIGHT LED illuminates solid green after a GPS position has been acquired.
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Page 20: Part Vi Recertification And Servicing
MRT approved PFD. Do not use your sMRT V100 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 21 Factory-assigned device MMSI numbers are allocated to sMRT V100 units prior to shipping. It is the owner’s responsibility to advise MRT of any change of contact details or ownership of a sMRT V100. If ownership is transferred, you need to contact MRT or an authorised MRT service agent to register the device in your name and assign your vessel’s MMSI number (or fleet MMSI numbers) as the new the...
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Page 22: Part Vii Declaration Of Conformity
V100 User Manual v2.0 Declaration of Conformity MRT Ltd. © 2014... -
Page 23: Part Viii Warranty
V100 User Manual v2.0 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 24 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 25: Part Ix 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 26 V100 User Manual v2.0 (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 27 V100 User Manual v2.0 Customer must prov ide appropriate written ev idence to the Supplier. (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 28 V100 User Manual v2.0 NatWest Bank plc, accruing on a daily basis and being compounded quarterly until pay ment is made, whether bef ore or af ter any judgment. The Supplier reserv es the right to claim interest under the Late Pay ment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998;...
- Page 29 V100 User Manual v2.0 (ii) store the Equipment (at no cost to the Supplier) in satisf actory conditions and separately f rom all the Customer's other equipment or that of a third party , so that it remains readily identif iable as the Supplier's property ;...
- Page 30 V100 User Manual v2.0 deliv er all copies of the Sof tware to the transf eree. The transf eree must agree in writing to the Supplier's Sof tware licence terms. In addition, the Customer's licence terms will be binding on inv oluntary transf erees, notice of which is hereby giv en.
- Page 31 V100 User Manual v2.0 the Supplier) return such Equipment to the Supplier's place of business (or those of its agents or sub- contractor) at the Supplier's cost. (c) The Supplier shall not in any circumstances be liable f or a breach of the warranty in clause 12(a) if : (i) the Customer makes any use of Equipment in respect of which it has giv en written notice under clause 12(b)(i);...
- Page 32 V100 User Manual v2.0 omission (including without limitation negligence) arising out of or in connection with the Contract. (b) All warranties, clauses and other terms implied by statute or common law are excluded f rom the Contract to the f ullest extent permitted by law.
- Page 33 V100 User Manual v2.0 the purpose of discharging the Customer's obligations to the Supplier, and shall ensure that such employ ees, agents or sub-contractors are subject to obligations of conf identiality corresponding to those which bind the Customer. (b) All materials, equipment and tools, drawings, specif ications and data supplied by the Supplier to the...
- Page 34 V100 User Manual v2.0 20 Miscellaneous (a) A waiv er of any right under the Contract is only ef f ectiv e if it is in writing and signed by or on behalf of the waiv ing party , and it applies only to the party to whom the waiv er is addressed and the circumstances f or which it is giv en.
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Page 35: Part X Disclaimer
Misuse or false activation is unlawful and irresponsible, and could result in prosecution or penalty. The sMRT V100 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 36: Part Xi 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 37: Part Xii Technical Specifications
V100 User Manual v2.0 12 Technical Specifications * Expected range derived from sea trials. Actual alerting range dependent on sea state, atmospheric conditions and height/altitude of receiving antenna. MRT Ltd. © 2014... -
Page 38: Index
V100 User Manual v2.0 manual activ ation Index turn on/of f - A - water activ ation Ov erv iew Accidental activ ation - P - Automatic activ ation 8, 12 - B - Piezo test states Battery - R -... - Page 40 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...