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PathFinder
FCC ID. B66ACR-SART-PF-3
Search and Rescue Transponder
+1(954) 981-3333 • Fax +1 (954) 983-5087
Email: Info@acrelectronics.com
A Chelton Group Company
PRODUCT
SUPPORT
MANUAL
Y1-03-0170
Rev. B
™
3
Product No. 2714
(SART)
ACR Electronics, Inc.
5757 Ravenswood Road
Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33312
www.acrelectronics.com
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Summary of Contents for ACR Electronics PATHFINDER 3 SART (SEARCH AND RESCUE TRANSPONDER)
- Page 1 Y1-03-0170 Rev. B PathFinder ™ Product No. 2714 FCC ID. B66ACR-SART-PF-3 Search and Rescue Transponder (SART) ACR Electronics, Inc. 5757 Ravenswood Road Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33312 +1(954) 981-3333 • Fax +1 (954) 983-5087 www.acrelectronics.com Email: Info@acrelectronics.com A Chelton Group Company...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Forward Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the ACR PathFinder Search and Rescue Transponder (SART). The combination of computer aided design; high quality raw materials and quality-controlled manufacturing produce a superior product. The Test Facility at ACR can reproduce some of the harshest environmental conditions known to man. This assures that the products we produce can stand up to the rigors found in a marine environment. -
Page 3: Warning Notice
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Page 4: Sart Overview
SART Overview The SART helps search and rescue services to quickly locate a life raft in the event of a rescue at sea. The SART can either be stowed in a life raft, or mounted next to emergency exits and then carried to the life raft in an emergency. During an emergency, simply switch the SART on. -
Page 5: Introduction
Introduction The SART is a Search and Rescue Transponder that provides location information to search radars operating in the X-band (9.2 – 9.5 GHz). Once activated the SART detects the radar signal of the search craft and sends a series of response pulses to the radar of the search craft that causes a series of 12 equally spaced arcs to appear on the radar display (see figure 1). - Page 6 Antenna Pull Tab Lock Activation Switch Ring Pull Tab Control and Battery Housing Hanging Lanyard Lanyard Spool Telescopic Pole Rotate bottom cap to release lanyard and telescopic pole Figure 2 Y1-03-0170 Rev. B...
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Page 7: Vessel Name
Approved for GMDSS use WARNING: Contains Lithium Battery To avoid possible fire, explosion, leakage or burn hazard, do not open, recharge, disassemble, heat above +70°C (+158°F) or incinerate. Vessel name The SART label has a space where you should mark the vessel name (see Figure 3). This can be done as follows . -
Page 8: Life Raft Stowage
Life raft stowage The SART can either be stowed in a life raft or lifeboat or it can be installed next to an emergency exit for carriage to the life raft in an emergency. For life raft stowage the SART should be positioned for easy access in an emergency. If the SART is hidden from view then labels should be used to show its position. -
Page 9: Sequence Of Operations
When activated the SART has three Modes of operation. These are: • Receive - waiting for a valid interrogation by a radar signal. • Reply - replying to a valid interrogation by a valid radar signal. • Test - self-test sequence that checks both indicator lights and the buzzer. -
Page 10: Pole Mounted Sart
Pole Mounted SART 1. The PathFinder is supplied with a telescopic pole to raise the SART one meter above sea level (see figure 5). 2. To operate, simply turn the bottom cap of the SART to release the pole. 3. Pull the pole downward and extend it to its maximum length. 4. -
Page 11: Hanging Sart
Hanging SART If no pole is available, or if you prefer, you can suspend the SART from the canopy support using the additional lanyard loop provided (See figure 6). Loop the lanyard through the support strap in the life raft and secure firmly. The SART should be as high as possible and at least 1m above sea level. -
Page 12: Vessel Mounting / Ship Installation
Vessel Mounting To deploy SART on board a distressed vessel, rather than a life raft, hang SART near vertical as high as possible, with a clear view of the horizon. The SART must not be obscured by metal bulkheads etc. Installation The SART should be mounted inside the vessel, next to an emergency exit. -
Page 13: Installing The Sart
NOT TO SCALE Figure 7: Installing the SART Y1-03-0170 Rev. B... -
Page 14: Testing And Maintenance
10.0 Testing and Maintenance The SART is a safety device; it must be regularly checked at least every 2 months as follows. . . Visually inspect the casing for cracks & punctures. Extend the pole and check that it operates correctly, and then return the pole to its housing. -
Page 15: Servicing
11.0 Servicing If the SART fails any of its monthly checks, the SART must be returned to the supplier or an approved service agent for investigation and/or servicing. If the battery is beyond its expiry date, the SART must be returned to a Battery Replacement Center for a battery change. -
Page 16: Transportation
13.0 Transportation Your SART contains a Lithium battery. International regulations on shipment of Lithium require special warning labels. When returning your SART, bring to an approved Hazmat shipper who will be familiar with the following instructions (for advice only). MSDS shipping sheets available... - Page 17 Antenna Polarization: Horizontal Azimuth beam width: Omni-directional within 2 dB Vertical beam width: ± 12.5° Transmitter Response delay: 0.5 µs Forward sweep time: 7.5 µs ± 1.0 µs Return sweep time: 0.4 µs ± 0.1 µs Power output: 400 mW EIRP Receiver Effective sensitivity: -50 dBm...
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Page 18: Warranty Information
15.0 Warranty The SART or Replacement Battery is guaranteed by the manufacturer to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of the original purchase. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of the unit. During the warranty period the manufacturer will repair or, at the manufacturer's option, replace a defective unit at no cost to the owner of the SART for materials and labor. -
Page 19: Declaration Of Conformity
: IEC 1097-1, IEC 60945, ITU-R M628-3 Standard’s IMO RES A802(19) FCC Part 80 Manufacturer : ACR Electronics, Inc. EU Representative : ACR Electronics Inc. (European Office) Lymington, Hampshire, UK. Signed on behalf of ACR Electronics Inc. Signed: _______________________________________ Name: John Flood...