ACR ResQFix 406 GPS Personal
Locator Beacon 2897
Accidents happen every day on the water, whether your boat goes down,
crew lost, man overboard, or a storm has left your boat incapacitated.
On the water, a minor problem instantly can become a life-threatening
situation if you're not prepared.
Put the power in the palm of your hand with ResQFix™ 406
Personal Locator Beacon. Now you can turn that life-threatening
situation into a successful rescue story.
Its as easy as pushing a button, and with an internal GPS receiver the
ResQFix™ will acquire your GPS position and transmit it along
with your personalized identifier code through the COSPAS-SARSAT
satellites instantly alerting Search and Rescue forces that you need
help, immediately!
The ResQFix™ works fast, if GPS data is present in the
beacons first transmission, SAR forces can be notified and start
planning your rescue in as little as three minutes.
Be Responsible, Be Prepared, Be Safe.
Transmits on 406 MHz via the COSPAS-SARSAT satellite system with your
registered, unique, digitally coded distress signal and 121.5 MHz (SAR
homing frequency)
Onboard 12 channel parallel GPS acquires then transmits LAT/LON when the
unit is activated, dramatically saving valuable time for your distress
message to reach local rescue centers and providing rescue agencies with
your exact position to within 110 yards (100 meters)
Smallest and most functional PLB available; can be easily carried in a
pack or pocket; small enough to be worn on deck by yachting racers,
crew, solo cruisers, and any other marine enthusiast
Lanyard and removable plastic holster provides functionality and allows
for multiple mounting options on belt, webbing, and life vest
Full functional self test of internal circuitry, battery voltage &
power, 406 MHz transmission, and GPS acquisition
Flat, stainless steel antenna wraps compactly around the unit for easy
stowage; and is ready for rapid deployment
Exceeds RTCM waterproof requirements. Permanent flotation pouch included
for retrieval if dropped in water
Did You Know...
406 MHz technology has been around since 1982 and is credited with
saving over 20,000 lives worldwide
In 2005, 222 people in 93 incidents are alive, thanks to the SARSAT
system
Registration...
It is mandatory that you register your PLB. It's fast, easy and free.
www.beaconregistration.noaa.gov When activated, the unique
identification code in your PLB is linked to the registration database.
This way authorities can retrieve valuable information about you and
your trip
Responsible Use...
The ResQFix™ is a satellite-signaling device of last resort,
for use when all other means of self-rescue have been exhausted, where
the situation is grave and imminent and the loss of life, limb,
eyesight, or valuable property will occur without assistance
| Size: |
1.4 x 5.85 x 2.21 in (35.5 x 149 x 56 cm) |
| Weight: |
10 oz (283.5g) |
| Batteries: |
Class 2 lithium battery packs, (non-hazmat)
min. transmit 24 hrs @-20°C
5 year replacement life (11 year storage) |
| Material: |
Engineered polycarbonate blend |
| Color: |
Hi viz ACRtreuse |
| Deployment: |
Manual |
| Activation: |
Manual |
| Operation: |
2 steps: deploy antenna, press ON button, giveing clear view
of sky |
| Waterproof: |
16ft. @ 1hr., 33ft @ 10min.
Factory tested @ 70°F
Exceeds RTCM waterproof requirements |
| Limited Warranty: |
5 Years |
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