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- Page 1 THE SCIENCE OF SURVIVAL ResQLink™ 400 & ResQLink™ View 406 MHz Personal Locator Beacons Product User Manual Name of Owner/Organization: Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Models: PLB-400 & PLB-425 Part Numbers: 2921 & 2922...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential ACR Electronics, Inc. 5757 Ravenswood Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 Phone (954) 981-3333, Fax (954) 983-5087 www.acrartex.com Table of Contents Beacon (406MHz) Registration Anatomy of a Rescue Anatomy of Your Beacon Activating Your Beacon User Interface: Digital Display during Operation Turning Your Beacon Off Testing Your Beacon –... - Page 3 Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential manual, please contact our Technical Service Department at ACR Electronics, Inc. +1 (954) 862-2110. Please read all Notes, Warnings and Cautions Carefully. CAUTION: Before proceeding to test or use your new ACR Electronics, Inc. (ACR) product, please read this Product User Manual in its entirety.
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Page 4: Beacon (406Mhz) Registration
Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential Beacon (406 MHz) Registration Registering Your Beacon As the owner of this 406 MHz beacon, and due to the global alerting nature of the Cospas-Sarsat satellite system, it is a requirement that you register the beacon with the National Authority of your country (e.g. - Page 5 Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential Beacon (406 MHz) Registration What country should I register in? The The fastest and easiest way to beacon must be registered in the country of register is online at: the owner’s residence. If the beacon is not www.beaconregistration.noaa.gov/ programmed to that country’s code and protocol, and the residence is out of the USA,...
- Page 6 Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential Beacon (406 MHz) Registration Registration in Canada Canadian registration form is included with Canadian coded ACR PLBs The fastest and easiest way to register is online at: http://canadianbeaconregistry.forces.gc.ca/ Or mail to: Canadian Beacon Registry CFB Trenton, PO Box 1000 Stn Forces, Astra, Ontario K0K 3W0 Or fax to: Fax registration form:...
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Page 7: Anatomy Of A Rescue
Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential Anatomy of a Rescue How the Beacon Works How your beacon summons help: 406 MHz beacons are a type of portable emergency equipment that transmits a distress signal to search and rescue (SAR) organizations. The purpose of these beacons is to aid SAR teams in tracking and locating ships or individuals in jeopardy as rapidly as possible. -
Page 8: Anatomy Of Your Beacon
Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential Anatomy of your Beacon (PLB-400) Anatomy of your Beacon A. Antenna Latch – Latch unlocks antenna from the beacon body. When unclipped, the antenna can be deployed to uncover ON/OFF button. B. Strobe Light – Activates when the beacon is turned on. - Page 9 Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential Anatomy of your Beacon (PLB-425) Anatomy of your Beacon The PLB-425 includes all the features (A through H) marked on the PLB-400 diagram on the previous page. The PLB-400 and PLB-425 are functionally the same except the PLB-425 also includes a digital screen as depicted by letter “I”...
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Page 10: Activating Your Beacon
Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential Activating Your Beacon Overview Personal Locator Beacons are designed to be manually activated. They are only to be activated when all other means of self-rescue have been exhausted. When properly registered as required, the activation of the beacon tells Search and Rescue who you are, where you are, and that you are facing a life-threatening situation. - Page 11 Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential Activating Your Beacon (continued) Activation with GPS When your unit is activated, the GPS receiver will turn on, search to find your Latitude (LAT) / Longitude (LON), and incorporate it into your 406 MHz signal. For the first 6 hours after beacon activation, the internal GPS will start up every 30 minutes, search to find your LAT/LON, and incorporate it into your next 406 MHz signal.
- Page 12 Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential Activating Your Beacon Proper Positioning and Handling during Activation Do not cover the GPS receiver with your hand and make sure you have a clear view acquired of the sky to ensure GPS is Above Ground. Above ground On Ground held in hand is also acceptable Intended Operational Environments:...
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Page 13: User Interface: Digital Display During Operation
Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential User Interface: Digital Display during Operation (specific to PLB-425 model only) The following table describes the visual feedback on the digital display that the PLB-425 provides during activation. Digital Display Feedback During Activation The ACR logo appears indicating the beacon has been activated. The system reports that it is in the process of acquiring GPS. -
Page 14: Turning Your Beacon Off
Search and Rescue (SAR) assistance, please contact ACR Electronics, Inc. in the days that follow. It is important for us to learn the nature of your emergency and how the beacon performed so that we can continue to build the world’s best... -
Page 15: Testing Your Beacon - Self-Test
LED flash observed in the above sequence indicates that the beacon has failed self-test. Repeat the self-test. If the failure persists, contact ACR Electronics, Inc. or an authorized Battery Replacement Center (BRC) for servicing of your beacon. The PLB-425 will flash a message saying “Self-Test Fail”... -
Page 16: User Interface: Digital Display During Self-Test
The system performs a thorough testing of the beacon’s functionality and all tests pass. Digital Display Feedback When Battery is Low Beacon Self-Test has been initiated, and the ACR Electronics Welcome Page appears. The system checks the duration of battery usage. If more than two hours of battery life have been used, this Self-Test Fail message is displayed. -
Page 17: Testing Your Beacon - Gps/Gnss Self-Test
GPS self-test, indicating a failed GPS self-test. In case of a failed GPS self-test, repeat GPS self- test and if failure persists, return the beacon to ACR Electronics, Inc. for service. The PLB-400 and PLB-425 will both display the same LED sequences but the PLB-425 will also display the following 3 things on the screen to show a passed GPS Test: GPS Coordinates, “GPS Test Pass,”... -
Page 18: User Interface: Digital Display During Gps/Gnss
The system will report the remaining number of GPS/GNSS Tests available. Digital Display Feedback During a Failed GPS/GNSS Test Beacon GPS/GNSS Test has been initiated, and the ACR Electronics Welcome Page appears. The system reports that it is in the process of acquiring GPS. While... -
Page 19: Satellite Testing Your Beacon
Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential Satellite Testing Your Beacon Optional Advanced through Satellite Testing and Beacon Management Additional features and through satellite testing services are available for this beacon when you subscribe to www.406Link.com. When you sign up for this optional service you can test your beacon and have confirmation messages sent to your cell phone or email. -
Page 20: Beacon Maintenance
Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential False Alert A 406 MHz false alert MUST be reported to the search and rescue authorities. To report a 406 MHz false alert in the United States, contact: United States Air force Rescue Coordination Center (AFRCC) Telephone: 1-800-851-3051 To report a false alert outside of the United States, contact the national authority where your beacon is registered. - Page 21 Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential Battery Replacement Replace the battery no later than the battery expiration date specified on the beacon, or after emergency use. At each inspection, check the time remaining until replacement is required. The battery should be replaced if the beacon has been activated for any use other than the self- test/GPS test.
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Page 22: Product Specifications
Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential The new owner of the beacon is required to provide the national authority with all of the information requested on the registration form. This obligation transfers to all subsequent owners. Lost or Stolen PLBs If your PLB is lost or stolen, do the following immediately: •... - Page 23 Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential Beacon model hardware part A3-06-3138- number Size 4.52 (L) x 2.03 (W) x 1.49” (D) Weight 5.3 oz. (151 g) Buoyancy Category 1, buoyant The ResQLink View is a buoyant PLB but is not intended for operation in water.
- Page 24 Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential Frequency 406.031 MHz Output Power 5+ Watts Stability 2 ppb/100ms Modulation Type Phase (16K0G1D) Digital Message Format 144 bits Long Message Serialized Beacons are shipped from ACR with a serialized code but can be reprogrammed at a service center to other coded formats including nationality of registration.
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Page 25: Product Warranty
Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential Morse P AM (2K00A2A) Antenna Frequency 406.031 MHz and 121.5 MHz Polarization Vertical VSWR Less than 1.5:1 CAUTION: Contains lithium batteries. Do not incinerate, puncture, deform, short-circuit or recharge. Do not dismantle the PLB, contains no user- serviceable parts. -
Page 26: Appendix A - Accessories
Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential Appendix A – Accessories Custom ACR Skins Custom ACR skins are available for both the PLB-400 and PLB-425 models. The PLB-425 comes with two skins (Camouflage and Aqua Marine as shown in the image below) included when purchased. - Page 27 Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential Multifunction Accessory Clips Indented areas on each side of the back case of the PLB shown below provide different attachment options. Users can utilize either the Belt Clip or the Oral Inflation Clip (both come included with the beacon) to provide different wearability options.
- Page 28 Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential The Belt Clip and Oral Inflation Clip are attached to the beacon as shown below. Please note that the Oral Inflation Clip (for use when attaching the beacon to the Oral Inflation Tube on a lifejacket) is designed to be used in conjunction with the black mounting strap as shown.
- Page 29 Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential Attachment to Lifejacket Oral Inflation Tube Using Oral Inflation Clip After attaching the Oral Inflation Clip (with mounting strap attached to the clip) as shown above, steps 1-4 below show how the clip is attached to the lifejacket’s Oral Inflation Tube.
- Page 30 Y1-03-0343 Rev. A Company Confidential Note: Step 4 above requires use of the lanyard (included with your beacon) to attach the clip to the beacon as shown. One side of the lanyard should be threaded through the small hole on the side of the clip and then tied to the clip using a secure knot. The other side of the lanyard should be tied to the beacon using a secure knot (see step 4 on prior page for location where lanyard should be tied to the beacon).
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Tying the lanyard to the inflation tube clip and then the beacon (I chose a bowline) leaves a 3 foot loop that in the dark and cold water could create a dangerous tangle. How is that supposed to be managed, Alsoo my inflatable vest requires the beacon and clip be holstered in a pocket on the life vest belt so tis loose lanyard is a problem when the beacon and clip are brought up to attach to the inflation tube. How is this supposed to be handled
@Dr Kent Mountford, Marine scientist
The lanyard should be tied to the beacon using a secure knot at the specified location (as shown in Step 4 of the manual). When using an inflatable vest, the lanyard should be attached in the same manner as when using the Belt Clip, ensuring it acts as a failsafe to keep the beacon from separating from the clip and preventing tangling.
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