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Because this test transmits a short burst on the aircraft distress frequency of
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121.5MHz, please only carry out this test in the first 5 minutes of each hour.
The battery must be replaced either prior to the expiry date shown on the rear
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label or after the GlobalFix V5 has been activated.
If, during a self test, the LED flashes magenta
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not have sufficient energy to operate for the specified 24-hour period. Battery
replacement is recommended.
NOTE: The flash sequence will be repeated after a short pause and then the GlobalFix
V5 will automatically power off.
7.2.4 AIS Test
Two AIS transmissions will occur during a Functional Test indicating "EPIRB TEST" on AIS
receivers within range.
To visualise an indication of a successful AIS transmission during test always
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ensure the AIS receiving unit is configured to react to EPIRB Test signals.
7.3
GNSS Test
This test should only be performed where the GlobalFix V5 has a clear and
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unobstructed view of the sky. This is required to allow the GNSS receiver to
acquire a signal from sufficient satellites to allow it to determine a position.
Ensure the area marked "GNSS Antenna" is not obstructed.
It is recommended that a GNSS test is carried out at least once every six months to ensure
correct operation of the GlobalFix V5.
Press and hold the TEST
the key has been pressed, then start flashing. Shortly after, the LED will cease flashing and
become a steady red
During the GNSS test the LED will repeat a long red
flash until either a position fix is obtained or the GNSS test fails.
A successful test will be indicated by a number of green
cessful test will be indicated by a number of red
indicates the number of GNSS tests remaining (e.g. 7 flashes = 7 tests remaining).
The test result flashes will be repeated after 2 seconds.
If there are 10 or more tests remaining then the LED will flash 10 times only (repeated).
The GlobalFix V5 has the capacity to carry out 60 GNSS tests within the lifetime of the
battery.
If there are no tests remaining immediately after the current test, the LED will flash green
or red
rapidly for three seconds (not repeated) depending on whether the GNSS test
was successful or not, respectively.
When there are no tests remaining, the LED will flash red
repeated).
The test can be ended at any time by holding the TEST
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key for 5 seconds. The LED will illuminate red
light. Release the TEST
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or amber
key now.
flash followed by a short green
LED flashes and an unsuc-
LED flashes. The number of flashes
rapidly for three seconds (not
key for 1 to 2 seconds.
the PLB3 may
to indicate
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