ACR Electronics GlobalFix PRO Guide d'installation

LONG BEACH FIRE DEPARTMENT

FIREBOAT TRAINING MANUAL 1.1: GlobalFix PRO 406 MHz RLB-37

LBFD MARINE DIVISION Chapter # Page # DECEMBER 2015

Introduction

Boat 20 is equipped with the The GlobalFix™ PRO EPIRB (Emergency Position

Indicating Radio Beacon). This unit broadcasts a unique registered distress signal

that not only tells rescuers where you are, but who you are. The internal GPS will

automatically turn on and acquire your position upon activation and then utilizes a

powerful 406 MHz signal to relay your distress call to orbiting satellites. As local

Search and Rescue is deployed, a separate homing signal and integrated LED

strobe light guide rescuers to your exact location.

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Technical Specifications

Part Number 2842 (Category I); 2844 (Category II)

Model Number RLB-37

Size (no antenna) 7.0 X 4.2 X 3.6” (17.7 X 10.7 X 9.1 cm)

Weight 20.5 oz (581 g)

GPS Internal GPS

Battery Class 2 (non-hazmat) lithium batteries

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Replacement Replacement due six (6) years from date of manufacture

or five (5) years after beacon is placed into service,

whichever is first, or after emergency use.

Material High impact UV resistant polymer

Deployment Category I-Hydrostatic release (auto), Category II-

Manual release

Activation Out of bracket and wet, or manually

Waterproof 33 ft (10 m) @ 10 min. Exceeds RTCM standard

Output Power 6.3 W +/-2dB (406.037 MHz) 50 mW +/-3dB (121.5

MHz)

Operational Life 48 hours minimum @ -4°F (-20°C)

Typical Performance 65+ hrs. @ -4°F (-20°C); Longer in higher ambient

temperature

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Operating Temp. -4°F to +131°F (-20°C to +55°C ) (Class 2)

Storage Temp. -30°F to + 158°F (-34°C to +70°C)

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Operation

1. EPIRB is activated either automatically via hydrostatic release or manually by

crew members.

2. Beacon transmits a 406 MHz emergency message containing your Unique

Identifier Number (UIN) to the LEOSAR (polar orbiting) and GEOSAR*

(geostationary) satellite systems.

3. The satellites relay the 406 MHz emergency message to a ground station called

the Local User Terminal (LUT). The LUT calculates the location of the signal by

measuring the Doppler shift caused by the relative movement between the satellite

and the beacon and forwards the location to the Mission Control Center (MCC).

4. The MCC continues to receive information from additional satellite passes and

further refines the beacon position (2.3 nm search radius). An alert message is

generated that is combined with the registration information from the database and

is forwarded to the appropriate Rescue Coordination Center (RCC).

5. The RCC makes contact with the persons listed in the database to verify the

existence of an emergency and gathers additional information about the beacon

users. The RCC will dispatch the closest, capable Search and Rescue (SAR) forces.

6. Local SAR forces launch a rescue mission and use the 121.5 MHz homing

signal to pinpoint the beacon.

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Automatic Activation

Manual Activation

1.) Remove the beacon from its bracket

2.) Activation method one: Place beacon in water

3.) Activation method two:

•Lift the switch to a vertical position

•Slide the switch toward the antenna

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•Push the switch down to the opposite side of the beacon (see

illustration above)

Links

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Care and maintenance

Inspection

At least every ninety days, the float free mounting bracket and beacon should be

inspected for deterioration and/or residue buildup that may affect the function of

the beacon or automatic release. Part of the visual check includes checking the

antenna for tightness. Clean the beacon and the mounting bracket to remove any

residue buildups. It is recommended that the beacon and mounting bracket be

wiped with a damp cloth.

Carefully inspect the beacon case for any visible cracks. Cracks may admit

moisture, which could falsely activate the beacon or otherwise cause a

malfunction. Any cracks observed should immediately be referred to ACR Service

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for evaluation. Call ACR Electronics Technical Service +1 (954) 981- 3333.

Self-Testing the beacon

The RLB-37 beacon may be self-tested as is

warranted, up to a maximum of sixty times in the

five-year life of the battery, or once per month for

the life of the battery. Self-Tests can be

performed randomly. However, ACR

recommends that you perform the Self-Test on a

once per month schedule. Do not exceed sixty

(60) Self-Test cycles limit in the five-year life of

the battery, to conserve the battery for emergency

use.

The functional Self-Test is initiated by

momentarily lifting the Activation Switch to a

vertical position and holding it in this position for at least one second and at most

four seconds. A beep indicates the initiation of the Self-Test sequence. Self-Test

will check battery capacity and perform five functional test sequences as described

in Appendix A.

The last green LED followed by a strobe indicates a successful test. If any of the

individual tests fail during Self-Test, there will be two beeps and a red LED flash

at the end of the Self-Test. Self-Test will discontinue at that point.

Battery replacement

Battery replacement is due 5 years from date after the beacon placed into service,

or by expiry date on the beacon whichever is first. During each inspection, check

the time remaining until battery replacement is required. The battery must also be

replaced if the beacon has been activated for any use other than the Self-Test.

Annual testing

for SOLAS vessels, IMO MSC/Circ. 1040

SOLAS regulation IV/15.9 dictates annual testing of 406 MHz satellite EPIRBs.

Testing should be carried out using suitable test equipment capable of performing

the relevant measurements. All checks of electrical parameters should be

performed in the self-test mode, if possible. These tests can be performed by

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certified ACR Battery Replacement Centers (BRCs). Visit ACR’s website at

www.acrartex.com for authorized ACR BRCs.

Servicing the SeaShelter3

The SeaShelter3TM Category I bracket has two main pieces, the lid and the base.

To open the bracket, turn the spring loaded knob counterclockwise 1/4 of a turn

and pull. The lid will lift away from the top of the base and disengage from the

detent at the bottom of the base. The lid is tethered to the base to help prevent loss.

Brackets are a key part of the overall beacon system. They hold a beacon ready for

deployment while preventing false alarms. Category I brackets also require

replacement of the Hydrostatic Release Unit every two years.

To remove the expired HRU (Hydrostatic Release Device

for automatic deployment)

When opening the SeaShelter3TM lid, note that the beacon is

installed with the lanyard face in. Pull the beacon with steady

pressure from the bracket. Do not get beacon wet while out of

bracket. The HRU has a keying feature that locks it to the

bracket. If you view the HRU rod as the center of a clock, a

properly installed HRU will rest at the 7 o’clock position, as

shown in the picture.

Safety

Safety DOs and DON’Ts

On a routine basis aboard ship, DO NOT:

•Hold or carry the beacon by its antenna

•Mount the beacon in its bracket close to large structures or magnetic

areas

•Tie the lanyard to the EPIRB bracket or any other structure

•Obscure the beacon by placing objects in front of it

On a routine basis aboard ship, DO:

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•Mount the beacon in its bracket in an obvious location, so that all can see it

•Mount the beacon in its bracket with the rolled lanyard facing inward (facing the

bracket)

•Follow the recommended maintenance schedule

•Perform a beacon Self-Test monthly

•Follow up with beacon service if Self-Test fails

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