1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Weatherdock Manuals
  4. Security System
  5. A040
  6. User manual

Weatherdock easyRESCUE A040 User Manual

Hide thumbs Also See for easyRESCUE A040:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
easyRESCUE
User Manual
English
Version 3.5
Page 1 of 55

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the easyRESCUE A040 and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Related Manuals for Weatherdock easyRESCUE A040

Summary of Contents for Weatherdock easyRESCUE A040

  • Page 1 easyRESCUE User Manual English Version 3.5 Page 1 of 55...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information ............. 7 Equipment delivered............9 Abstract ................10 3.1 AIS Function ..............11 3.2 DSC Function ..............12 3.3 Homing Function ............14 Functions ................15 4.1 Device overview .............15 4.2 LED Elements ..............16 4.2.1 LED „FLASH“ ............16 4.2.2 LED „TEST“...
  • Page 3 Installation Details ............25 5.1 Life Vest ................ 25 5.2 Accessories ..............26 5.2.1 Telescopic Rod ............26 5.2.2 Attachment to Life Raft ......... 27 5.2.3 Neoprene bag ............28 Programming of the MMSI for DSC Alerts ...... 29 6.1 Programming via App ..........30 6.2 Programming via DSC „Individual Call“...
  • Page 4 Revision level of the manual Version 3.0 Creator: SW/VV; As of Oct. 2016 Version 3.1 Creator: MK/VV; As of Aug. 2017 Version 3.2 Creator: VB/VV; As of Apr. 2019 Version 3.3 Creator: MK/VV; minor changes Version 3.4 Creator: VB; minor changes Version 3.5 Creator: VB, End of Use, App versions, As of March 2025 The easyRESCUE is approved by the following authorities and...
  • Page 5 This user manual applies to the following devices: • easyRESCUE - A040 • easyRESCUE - A040-ATEX • easyRESCUE - A049 • easyRESCUE - A049-ATEX • easyRESCUE - A040-BW • easyRESCUE - A040-BW-COM • easyRESCUE - A040-BW-COM(LV) • easyRESCUE - A040-BW-COM-ATEX •...
  • Page 6 Abbreviations Automatic Identification System Course over Ground Digital Selective Call ECDIS Electronical Chart Display GMDSS Global Maritime Distress and Safety System Global Positioning System light-emitting diode MMSI Mobile Maritime Service Identifikation Man over Board Nautical mile (1NM = 1852m) Search and Rescue Safety of Life at Sea SOLAS (International Convention for the Safety of Life...

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    Safety information Please read all safety information and instructions and keep the safety information and instructions for future reference. • Keep the Rescue Transmitter out of the reach of children. • Wrongful triggering of the Rescue Transmitter is not a minor offense and may lead to consequential costs.
  • Page 8 • The strong internal VHF transmitter may impair the function of the compass. Please observe a minimum distance of > 0.3 m! • The manufacturer does not assume liability for any damage or failures caused by these instructions or for the deletion of data due to malfunction, a faulty battery pack or improper use of the product.

  • Page 9: Equipment Delivered

    Equipment delivered • Rescue Transmitter (easyRESCUE - A040, easyRESCUE - A040-ATEX, easyRESCUE - A049, easyRESCUE - A049-ATEX, easyRESCUE - A040-BW, easyRESCUE - A040-BW-COM, easyRESCUE - A040-BW-COM(LV), easyRESCUE - A040- BW-COM-ATEX, easyRESCUE - A040-BW-COM-ATEX (LV), easyRESCUE-PRO - A040-PRO, easyRESCUE-PRO - A040-PRO(LV), easyRESCUE-PRO - A040-PRO(BT), easyRESCUE-PRO - A040-PRO(BT-LV), easyRESCUE-PRO A04003, easyRESCUE-PRO (LV) - A04003(LV))

  • Page 10: Abstract

    Abstract The devices of the easyRESCUE series are portable, battery- operated AIS emergency transmitters with an integrated GPS receiver. The devices are suitable for the use in lifeboats, life rafts and life vests and they are approved by SOLAS for the same. The rescue transmitter works as an AIS-SART (search-and- rescue-transmitter) and can be activated in case of an emergency at sea in order to inform any surrounding ships...

  • Page 11: Ais Function

    range Rescue Transmitter amounts approximately 5-10 nm (nautical miles) if operated just above the water surface. If the Rescue Transmitter is located more than 1 m above the water surface, the range is approximately 10-15 nm (at a height of the reception antenna of approximately 15 m).

  • Page 12: Dsc Function

    DSC Function Only applies to devices of the easyRESCUE-PRO/-PRO series: Devices of the PRO series have a built-in DSC transceiver. In case of activation, the Rescue Transmitter will send additionally a DSC emergency message with GPS coordinates, which is part of the GMDSS rescue chain. The DSC Receiver receives the acknowledge of the DSC emergency message (e.g.
  • Page 13 Page 13 of 55...

  • Page 14: Homing Function

    Homing Function (Only applies to devices of the easyRESCUE-PRO series) In addition to the two other emergency signals, the easyRESCUE-PRO sends another signal on the frequency 121.5 MHz. This allows SAR forces to locate the person overboard. With appropriate reception equipment, as used by the rescue organizations, the so-called "homing signal"...

  • Page 15: Functions

    Functions Device overview Page 15 of 55...

  • Page 16: Led Elements

    LED Elements 4.2.1 LED „FLASH“ The white LED flashes when the Rescue Transmitter being activated (ON or TEST mode). This powerful LED assists in finding the person in distress in darkness or bad weather conditions. 4.2.2 LED „TEST“ The yellow LED "TEST" blinks when the Rescue Transmitter is in TEST mode.

  • Page 17: Led „Gps

    (Only applies to devices of the easyRESCUE-PRO/-PRO series) In those devices with DSC function, the green DSC LED is usually off during operation and only blinks when the Rescue Transmitter receives a DSC confirmation. This may be possible in 2 cases: 1) The Rescue Transmitter receives a DSC confirmation from a ship or a coast control center during the DSC distress call functionality.

  • Page 18: Sliding Cover

    The TEST button can be accessed at any time. Standard (Only applies to devices of the easyRESCUE A040, A040-BW series) By pulling down the slide, the "TEST" button can be released, by pressing the slide strongly upwards, the "ON"...

  • Page 19: On Mode (Alert)

    ON Mode (Alert) 4.4.1 Overview Sent Signals A040-BW- A040- A04003- A040 A049 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Homing ✓ 121,5 MHz) 4.4.1.1 AIS Emergency Signal After activation, the upper Flash LED starts blinking at an interval and the Rescue Transmitter starts sending AIS emergency signals.

  • Page 20: Overview Triggering Functions

    4.4.2 Overview Triggering Functions A040- A040- A04003- A040 A049 BW-COM Manual ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ activation Water ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ activation Magnet ✓ ✓ ✓ activation 4.4.2.1 Manual Activation By pushing the slider down, the button "ON" is exposed and can be activated.

  • Page 21: Activation Via Water Contact

    4.4.2.2 Activation via Water Contact (Does not apply for asyRESCUE-A040, easyRESCUE-A040- ATEX) If the device is submerged for more than one second, it activates automatically. In this case, a water contact between the antenna axis and the back panel screw is recognized. The spatial separation of the two measuring contacts ensures that the device is not triggered by gushing water.

  • Page 22: Deactivation

    4.4.3 Deactivation By pressing the two buttons simultaneously for more than 3 seconds, the ON Mode and therefore the Rescue Transmitter can be switched off. For quitting TEST mode, press button TEST for more than 3 seconds. Otherwise the Rescue Transmitter continues to operate until the battery is flat.
  • Page 23 Please proceed as follows to perform a function test: 1) Make sure to have a clear view to the sky in order to have a flawless GPS reception. 2) Press the "TEST" button. 3) All four LEDs will light up for 1 second to indicate that the TEST mode has started.
  • Page 24 7) After completion of the test, the device switches off automatically. easyRESCUE-PRO, easyRESCUE-PRO In addition to the AIS telegrams, two DSC telegrams are sent to the programmed MMSI numbers. One of them, immediately after turning it on without any position information, another one after obtaining the GPS fix with position information.

  • Page 25: Installation Details

    Make sure that the Rescue Transmitter has a clear view to the sky. If the Rescue Transmitter does not receive a GPS signal repeatedly, the device must be serviced by an authorized service center. Installation Details Life Vest (Only applies to devices of A040-BW-COM an, A040-PRO and A04003 series) For the installation of an easyRESCUE Rescue Transmitter, your life vest needs to have a special pocket.

  • Page 26: Accessories

    Accessories 5.2.1 Telescopic Rod (Available as separate accessory) With the telescopic rod you can bring the Rescue Transmitter to more than 1 meter above sea level if the life boat does not have higher superstructures for mounting the bracket. The bracket incl. Rescue Transmitter and telescopic rod are buoyant.

  • Page 27: Attachment To Life Raft

    5.2.2 Attachment to Life Raft By means of the telescopic rod, belt clip or neoprene bag, the device can be fixed in an elevated position to a life raft or life boat. (Antenna nadir > 1 m above the water is recommended) Page 27 of 55...

  • Page 28: Neoprene Bag

    5.2.3 Neoprene bag (Available as separate accessory) The neoprene bag (suitable for attaching it to the arm, a life raft or mast) is available under item number B066. Page 28 of 55...

  • Page 29: Programming Of The Mmsi For Dsc Alerts

    There are 3 different ways to program an MMSI: ® ® ® ® 1) via Bluetooth connection to an iPhone , iPad , Android smartphone tablet using Weatherdock programming application "easyRESCUE-PRO" (Only applies easyRESCUE-PRO(BT & BT-LV), easyRESCUE-PRO series) Page 29 of 55...

  • Page 30: Programming Via App

    (Only applies to devices of the easyRESCUE-PRO(BT & BT-LV), easyRESCUE-PRO series) ® This can be done via BLUETOOTH connection with your smartphone or tablet by using the free Weatherdock application, which can be downloaded for Android (Google ®) ®) Play Store or iOS (Apple App Store...
  • Page 31 Devices manufactured BEFORE 02/2025: easyRESCUE App Devices with manufacturing date FROM 02/2025: easyRESCUE-PRO-2Gen Page 31 of 55...
  • Page 32 1) Download the corresponding application for your mobile device. 2) Activate the BLUETOOTH® function on your smartphone or tablet. 3) Press the “TEST” button of the Rescue Transmitter for more than 3 seconds until a triple beep is heard. Thereby all 4 LEDs light up.
  • Page 33 7) With a short glance on the rear side of the Rescue Transmitter you will find a type label to check whether the “Rescue’s MMSI” in the app corresponds with the one on the device. 8) At "Ship's MMSI", tap onto the arrow pointing to the right.
  • Page 34 13) The entered MMSI is now stored in the internal memory of the Rescue Transmitter. In this example "Ship ID #1" 14) The Rescue Transmitter confirms the correct input and storage of the MMSI with a beep tone. 15) This process can be repeated until all 8 memory spaces are filled in.
  • Page 35 Transmitter, tap on the respective number and then tap "Delete". 17) Tap the small arrow pointing to the left to exit the programming window. 18) By tapping on "Turn Off" the Rescue Transmitter is switched off. This is also accompanied by a beep. 19) If the Rescue Transmitter is not switched off manually, it switches off automatically...
  • Page 36 Page 36 of 55...

  • Page 37: Programming Via Dsc „Individual Call

    Programming via DSC „Individual Call“ 1) Go to the “Individual Call” settings of your VHF radio and key in the Rescue Transmitter’s Unit-ID (MMSI). 2) Press the “TEST” button of the Rescue Transmitter for more than 3 seconds until a triple beep is heard. Thereby all 4 LEDs light up.

  • Page 38: Programming Via Programming Station

    The stored MMSI numbers cannot be changed or deleted by means of the radio device. When attempting to program a 9 number into the Rescue Transmitter, there will be a warning with a quick successive beep tone and the yellow "TEST" LED blinks quickly. For safety reasons you must confirm this warning by pressing the "TEST"...

  • Page 39: Technical Specification

    Technical specification AIS SART Description Value Case Measurements (L) 130mm * (W) 70mm * (H) 30mm 250 - 350 grams Total Weight (depending on variant) Industrial pack Battery 4 Lithium Cells (CR17345) à 3V AIS 1: 161.975 MHz Frequencies AIS 2: 162.025 MHz Transmission Power 2 Watt (radiated) 50 Channel Receiver with integrated...
  • Page 40 Msg.1: AIS position report (dynamic data) are sent • 6 -8 times per minute • Unit ID: 9-digit identification number (unique in the world) • Speed over Ground (SOG) • Course over Ground (COG) Supported AIS • GPS position Notifications in _______________________________ Transmitting Operation Msg.14:...

  • Page 41: Dsc Mob (Supplemental To 7.1)

    DSC MOB (supplemental to 7.1) (Only for devices of the easyRESCUE-PRO/-PRO series) Description Value "Closed loop" and "open loop" DSC operation pursuant to RTCM 11901.1 Frequencies DSC Frequency: 156.525 MHz Transmission Power 0.5 Watt Operation Time In common operation of AIS & DSC: up (activated) to 24 hours Battery Life...

  • Page 42: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of conformity Weatherdock AG hereby declares that the radio system type easyRESCUE complies with the applicable guidelines. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: https://www.easyais.com/en/declaration-of-conformity/ easyrescue/ Page 42 of 55...

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution “TEST” LED is No GPS reception The easyRESCUE needs a blinking but GPS signal to perform the the “GPS” LED test, which may be has not started difficult to receive in blinking even some circumstances. after 5 minutes. Therefore, it would be best to perform the test outdoors.
  • Page 44 Problem Cause Solution The Rescue Older plotters or those Old firmware of Transmitter is with old firmware may in the plotter not displayed some cases interpret the on the plotter SART messages incorrectly. Please contact the manufacturer of your plotter. The Rescue The Rescue Transmitter is Overdriving of...

  • Page 45: Maintenance

    After a maximum period of 15 years, further service from Weatherdock is no longer possible, and the device must be removed from use as a rescue transmitter. Page 45 of 55...

  • Page 46: Contact And Product Support

    Contact and Product Support Even though Weatherdock AG always strives to edit all publications with the highest level of accuracy, this manual may contain errors or ambiguities. In addition, the incumbent changes to the manuals are at the sole discretion of the company Weatherdock and may be made without giving prior notice.

  • Page 47: Easyrescue - Database

    easyRESCUE – Database In order to make the Rescue Transmitter even more safe and more effective, we provide a database on our website where personal and relevant data can be stored. By providing this information you enable the official first responders, such as DGzRS, to act effectively and quickly in case of an emergency.

  • Page 48: License Agreement

    By using the easyRESCUE you agree to the terms of the following warranty provisions. please read these provisions thoroughly. Weatherdock AG grants a limited license for the use of the device under normal operation conditions of the product. Title, proprietary rights and intellectual property rights in and to the software shall remain with Weatherdock AG.
  • Page 49 Weatherdock AG reserves the sole right to repair or replace the device or software or to refund the purchase price. This right is your only and exclusive right in a warranty case. Products which have been acquired in online auctions do not entitle you to rebates or to the use of special offers of Weatherdock AG.
  • Page 50 All trademarks used in this document are the property of the respective companies. Copyright © 2017 Weatherdock AG. Copying and passing on these documents as well as the utilization and disclosure of their content is not permitted, unless expressly admitted.

  • Page 51: Notes

    Notes Page 51 of 55...
  • Page 52 Page 52 of 55...
  • Page 53 INDEX 121.5 MHz ......19 Database ......45 121.5 MHz......14 Deactivation ....22 Device overview ..... 15 DSC Alert ......19 Abbreviations ....6 DSC Function ....12 Abstract ......10 Accessories .....26 Activation ....20, 21 Homing Function ... 14 AIS Emergency Signal ..19 Homing Signal ....
  • Page 54 Maintenance ....43 Manual Activation ..20 Safety information ... 7 Sliding Cover ....18 Neoprene bag ....29 Technical specification ... 38 Test mode ...... 22 ON mode ......19 Troubleshooting ..... 41 Programming of the MMSI Warranty ......46 ....30, 31, 36, 37 Water contact ....
  • Page 55 Weatherdock AG Emmericher Strasse 17 D - 90411 Nürnberg Tel.: +49 (0) 911 – 37663830 Fax: +49 (0) 911 - 37663840 www.easyais.com info@weatherdock.de Page 55 of 55...

This manual is also suitable for:

Easyrescue a040-atexEasyrescue a049Easyrescue a049-atexEasyrescue a040-bwEasyrescue a040-bw-comEasyrescue a040-bw-com lv ... Show all

Table of Contents