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MOBILARM V100

Owner's Manua

Owner's Manual

PART NUMBER MOA-00200

DOC-00200/0609.1

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Page 1 DRAFT MOBILARM V100 MOBILARM V100 MOBILARM V100 Owner’s Manual Owner’s Manual Owner’s Manua PART NUMBER MOA-00200 DOC-00200/0609.1...
Page 2 GPS ANTENNA can aquire and lock its position. Warning The Mobilarm V100 should only be used in an emergency. DELIBERATE MISUSE MAY INCUR A SEVERE PENALTY. Important Register your device with the relevant national maritime authorities for your region.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction Mobilarm V100 Overview How to Use the Mobilarm V100 Audio and Visual Indicators when Activated Testing the Mobilarm V100 Service and Maintenance Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions Warranty Mobilarm Product Range Glossary Index v100_user_v5.indd 3 25/06/2009 2:16:55 PM...
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction This owner’s manual provides all the information required to operate and test the Mobilarm V100. The following symbols are used to indicate important information. Always observe these instructions. Warning Instructions that, if ignored, could result in death or serious personal injury caused by incorrect operation of the equipment.
Page 5 “Crewsafe” is a trademark of Mobilarm Limited in Australia and other countries. The absence of a product or service name or logo from those listed does not constitute a waiver of Mobilarm’s trademark or other intellectual property rights concerning that name or logo.
Page 6 DELIBERATE MISUSE MAY INCUR A SEVERE PENALTY. (e.g. speakers) as this may inadvertently activate the device and cause a false alert. Do not dismantle the Mobilarm V100 as it contains no user- serviceable parts. The Mobilarm V100 emits radio frequency radiation when in use - avoid handling the FLEXIBLE ANTENNA at this time.
Page 7 Mobilarm V100 Registration Registering your ownership of a Mobilarm V100 with the relevant national maritime authority for your region is mandatory. Typically, this will be in the country of purchase. Fill out the registration form with your contact details and the...
Page 8: Mobilarm V100 Overview
DSC or VHF radio equipped vessels within range, including the distressed mariner’s vessel. The design, size and weight of the Mobilarm V100 means it can be comfortably clipped onto webbing, life jacket or harness, or carried in a pocket. For the device to transmit the emergency message its antenna must be out of the water.
Page 9 The STROBE on the device is SOLAS compliant and assists visual homing on the person in the water. The Mobilarm V100 battery will support emergency transmission for a minimum of 12 hours under normal operating conditions.
Page 10: How To Use The Mobilarm V100
How to Use the Mobilarm V100 Warning The Mobilarm V100 should only be used in an emergency. DELIBERATE MISUSE MAY INCUR A SEVERE PENALTY. 1.Status LED, Strobe, GPS Antenna 1.Status LED, Strobe, GPS Antenna 5.Water Sensors 5.Water Sensors 2.Lanyard Ring 2.Lanyard Ring...
Page 11 SLOT. Thread the strap or webbing through the back of the CLIP Note The Mobilarm V100 can also be worn without the CLIP by using the supplied lanyard. Arming the Mobilarm V100 for Water Activation Slide the ARMING SWITCH down from...
Page 12 Water Activating the Mobilarm V100 With the ARMING SWITCH in the [READY] position, the WATER SENSORS on the base of the unit will automatically activate the Mobilarm V100 when it detects it has been Water sensors submerged in water for 5 seconds.
Page 13 Once activated, ensure the top of the unit is not obscured or submerged so that the GPS ANTENNA can aquire and lock its position. determines the message content, interval and channels used to broadcast the emergency transmissions. How to Use the Mobilarm V100 v100_user_v5.indd 13 25/06/2009 2:17:03 PM...
Page 14 This will turn off the device and cancel any automatic repeats of the distress alert. Important If the Mobilarm V100 was inadvertently activated and transmitted a distress alert, cancel the distress alert and notify the relevant national maritime authorities as soon as possible that the alert was a false alarm.
Page 15 Cancelling the Distress Alert after Recovery of a Man Overboard Once the man overboard casualty has been recovered, deactivate the device and cancel the alert. Immediately turn off the Mobilarm V100. Press and slide the ARMING SWITCH upwards to [OFF].
Page 16 False Alarms The design of the Mobilarm V100 reduces the possibility of a distress alert being accidentally transmitted. When the device is activated, the STROBE device beeps and an automated message warns the user that the device has been turned on. This deliberate delay before transmission enables the user to turn off the device if it was accidentally activated.
Page 17 Cancelling a False Alarm Immediately turn off the Mobilarm V100 Press and slide the ARMING SWITCH upwards to [OFF]. This will cancel any automatic repeats of the distress alert. Using a VHF radio, broadcast an “all stations” voice message to cancel the distress alert.
Page 18: Audio And Visual Indicators When Activated
Visual and Audio Indications when Activated The Mobilarm V100 provides no visual or audio indications when it is armed, i.e. when the ARMING SWITCH is moved from [OFF] to [READY]. When the device has been activated, the STROBE, STATUS the user that the device is active and transmitting, as shown in Table 1.
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Page 20: Testing The Mobilarm V100
GPS lock. Warning If the Mobilarm V100 fails the initial self test or any test in the sequence, TAKE THE DEVICE OUT OF SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.
Page 21 Short test (checks a single function). The full test requires access to water to test water activation. Perform the test outdoors so that the Mobilarm V100 has a clear view of the sky and can complete the GPS test. The short test can be performed to check a particular function.
Page 22 Test Button The TEST BUTTON is located on the rear of the Mobilarm V100 and is used to activate the full and short tests. Test Button Mobilarm V100 Test Structure Refer to Diagram 2 for the Mobilarm V100 test structure.
Page 23 FAIL FAIL TEST TEST TEST ALL TEST ALL PASS PASS MODE ON? MODE ON? V100 V100 STATUS T T TUS FAIL FAIL TEST TEST TEST COMPLETE TEST COMPLETE PASS PASS Diagram 2: Mobilarm V100 Test Structure Testing the Mobilarm V100...
Page 24 Listen for the automated message “V100 test menu, run all tests” followed by short beeps. This indicates the test has commenced. The Mobilarm V100 will then run through the tests one by one. The STATUS LED cycles through green, orange and red.
Page 25 Each button press will skip to the start of the next test in the sequence. E.g. To perform the third test in the sequence, press the TEST BUTTON 3 times. Table 2: Mobilarm V100 Test Indications ( 27) Once the Mobilarm V100 has completed the selected test, the device will turn off. Warning...
Page 26 Test Indications A complete list of the functions tested and the indications during the test procedure are shown in Table 2. If the initial self test fails, or if any individual test fails, the device will cease testing. Important Refer to the Troubleshooting section of this manual if any of the test phases fail.
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Page 28 Mobilarm V100 Battery The Mobilarm V100 has a shelf life of 10 years and an operational life of 5 years, at which point the battery should be replaced or a new unit purchased.
Page 29: Service And Maintenance
Mobilarm service agent. Replacing Faulty or Damaged Units If the Mobilarm V100 has failed a test phase, or the integrity of the device is in doubt, immediately take the device out of service and contact your authorised Mobilarm service agent for it to be assessed and replaced if required.
Page 30 Your authorised Mobilarm service agent can verify that the MMSI number is appropriate for your region. If you need to change the MMSI number of your Mobilarm V100 (i.e. re-program it to the MMSI of your vessel), your authorised settings on the device.
Page 31 It is the owner’s responsibility to advise the relevant national maritime authority of any change of contact details or ownership of a Mobilarm V100. If ownership is being transferred, this obligation transfers to the new owner of the device. Important...
Page 32 Listen for the automated message “V100 test menu, run all tests” followed by a beep. Press the six times. TEST BUTTON This skips to the last test - V100 Status. The device will indicate Test Indications ( 26) v100_user_v5.indd 32 25/06/2009 2:17:09 PM...
Page 33 - from minute 31 to end of battery life Not permitted SELF TEST (1 or 2) 1. Full function test 2. Full function test without VHF voice n/a = not applicable Table 3: Mobilarm V100 v100_user_v5.indd 33 25/06/2009 2:17:09 PM...
Page 34 VHF DSC and VHF Voice Transmission Intervals The interval between each VHF DSC and VHF voice transmission Mobilarm V100. See Table 3. VHF Voice Transmission Language The Mobilarm V100 supports different languages for the VHF Voice transmission as outlined in Table 4. Option Language...
Page 35 You will need to return your Mobilarm V100 to Mobilarm in assistance. Your authorised Mobilarm service agent can also provide additional advice relating to any local licensing requirements for your country or region, or you can contact your National Communications Licensing Authority directly.
Page 36: Troubleshooting
If test failure persists and a (these are predominantly second V100 is available, test found near poles of the if failure is due to a fault with original device If testing still fails, contact your...
Page 37 VHF test transmissions accordance the V100 Table 3: Mobilarm V100 Incorrect MMSI number of vessel’s DSC radio number has been programmed programmed into V100 to the V100 If problem persists, contact your...
Page 38: Frequently Asked Questions
Jon buoy? Yes. The Mobilarm V100 CLIP allows it to be attached to any strap or harness that can be threaded through the loops. The Mobilarm V100 is also available to purchase already embedded into a life jacket (see www.mobilarm.com for further details).
Page 39 Mobilarm V100? Yes. A Long Range Dipole Antenna (part number MOA-00203) can be used instead of the existing antenna when using the Mobilarm V100 with a life jacket or survival suit. Q: What is the procedure if I change to a different vessel...
Page 40 Q: How do I know that my Mobilarm V100 is transmitting the emergency messages? When the Mobilarm V100 has been activated, the STROBE STATUS LED illuminates to indicate that the device is active and audio alerts (beeps and automated messages) warn the user that the device has been activated.
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Page 42 General Battery Type 3 x 3 Volt LiMnO (Non HAZMAT) CR2 batteries Battery Life Minimum 12 hours at -10°C (14°F) Battery Shelf Life at +20°C 10 years Operating Temperature -20° to +55°C (-4° to +131°F) Stowage Temperature -30° to +70°C (-22° to +158°F) Dimensions 12x7.8x3cm (4.7x3x1.22in) excl.
Page 43 Antenna Power Output Antenna Type Vertically polarized helix antenna VHF DSC Tx Power Output 1 watt VHF Voice Tx Power Output 1 watt VHF Transmitter Package DSC Transmitter: Compliance ITU-R M. 493-11 and ITU-R M. 451-9 Radio-Telephone Voice Transmitter: Compliance IEC 60945 v100_user_v5.indd 43 25/06/2009 2:17:09 PM...
Page 44 EC Declaration of Conformity In accordance with EN##### We, Mobilarm Limited, of 768 Canning Highway, Applcross 6153 Western Australia declare that the following equipment: Model Name/No. Equipment MOA-00200 Mobilarm V100 Description In accordance with the following Directives: Directive Description I hereby declare that the equipment named above has been designed to comply complies with all essential requirements of the Directives.
Page 45 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna; Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver; or Contact your authorised Mobilarm service agent for help. you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Any changes or authority to operate this equipment.
Page 46 Complies with IEC Standard 61108-1 ¹ AS/NZS 4415.2:2003; Standard 2004; Standards Australia Committee RC/4 MSLS DSC Standards ² ³ IEC Standard 61108-1 and 60945 Table 8: Mobilarm V100 Note This device has not been authorized as required by the rules of the Federal Compliance Commission.
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Page 48: Warranty
MOBILARM. MOBILARM cannot be responsible in any way for ancillary equipment, hardware or software not furnished by MOBILARM which is attached to or used in connection with MOBILARM’s Products, or for the operation of the Product with any ancillary equipment, hardware or software and all such equipment, hardware or software is expressly excluded from this warranty.
Page 49 MOBILARM or its Authorized Service Agent(s), improper to use in violation of instructions furnished by MOBILARM, nor does this warranty extend to Products on which the serial number has been removed, defaced, or changed.
Page 50 Mobilarm Limited is not liable to the buyer in contract or in tort arising out of, or in connection with, or relating to: The performance of the products or any breach of these conditions;...
Page 51 Extended Warranty An optional 3 year extended warranty (part number MOA-00201) can be purchased to extend the warranty period of a Mobilarm V100 to a total of 5 years. Contact your authorised Mobilarm service agent to purchase the extended warranty.
Page 52: Mobilarm Product Range
Mobilarm Product Range Mobilarm is the world’s leading brand in electronic marine safety equipment that protect and save lives in the commercial marine environment. Mobilarm delivers crew monitoring safety systems and personal locating devices for employee protection on vessels and in marine-based facilities, which generate automatic and immediate alerts in incidents such as man overboard.
Page 53 The Crewsafe wireless sensor network can be expanded and customised to accommodate the unique requirements of each commerical environment, such as vessel or facility size, layout, construction materials and number of employees. Contact your authorised Mobilarm service agent for more details, or go to www.mobilarm.com Part Number Description MOA-00170 Crewsafe Management System, 8.4”...
Page 54: Glossary
Glossary ACMA Australian Communications and Media Authority AMSA Australian Maritime Safety Authority Automatic The ability for the V100 to turn itself on upon 5-second contact Activation with water COSPAS- The international cooperative among the United States, Canada, SARSAT Russia and France that operates the satellite monitoring system for 406 MHz EPIRBs Digital Selective Calling –...
Page 55 Search and Rescue SOLAS International convention for the Safety of Life At Sea. Applies to vessels of 300 GRT and over engaged on an international voyage Strobe Intense pulsing light for long distance location or signalling in poor visibility USCG United States Coast Guard Very High Frequency radio band –...
Page 56: Index
Index Conformity, declaration of EC 44 FCC 45 Activating 12, 13 Contact See Further Support Alarms Contents 3 Automatic 8 Crewsafe DSC 8 False alarms 16 Deactivating Antenna Operation warning 6 Declaration of conformity See Position 2, 8 Releasing 14 Digital Selective Calling See VHF DSC Annual service contract 29 Disclaimer 51...
Page 57 MSLD 8 About 13, 32, 33 MMSI number 30 Changing 35 Mobilarm Crewsafe 53 Checking 32 Mobilarm V100 Overview, Mobilarm V100 8 Activating 12, 13 Annual Service Contract 29 Product range 52 Arming 11 Attaching 11 Automatic activation 8 Battery 28...
Page 58 Service and maintenance 28 Testing 21, 27 SOLAS 9 Transmissions 19, 21, 33 Status LED Waypoints 9, 39 Indications when activated 18, 19 V100 See Mobilarm V100 Strobe 9 Indications when activated 19 Warnings, about 4 Warranty 48 Support Exclusions 49...
Page 59 Index v100_user_v5.indd 59 25/06/2009 2:17:10 PM...
Page 60 WWW.MOBILARM.COM MOBILARM LIMITED PO BOX 1533 APPLECROSS WESTERN AUSTRALIA 6953 TEL. +61 (0)8 9315 3511 FAX. +61 (0)9315 3611 ©MOBILARM LTD 2009 E&OE v100_user_v5.indd 60 25/06/2009 2:17:10 PM...