BlueLocar MAR01 User Manual

The BlueLocar
Marlin is a small

hand-held locating
device with additional
optical signalin features.

BlueLocar Marlin

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BlueLocar GmbH

Autokaderstrasse 29/BT2

1210 Vienna, Austria

Phone: [phone]

offi[e-mail]

www.bluelocar.com

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General

The Marlin is a small hand-held locating device with additio­nal optical signaling features. When activated, it transmits its
GPS position with either a HOME or SOS signal. A BlueLocar
Ray or Basestation can receive this signal, and locate and
track the transmitter. This allows the support crew to provide
a quick response time and optimized support for people parti­cipating in all kinds of water sports.

Battery

The Marlin is powered by 4 x AA batteries. It is possible
to use either one-way or recharchable batteries. Immediately
after the device is turned on, the remaining battery capacity is
indicated by either a green (battery OK) or a red (battery low)
light for one second. To replace the battery, first remove the
black bottom cap by unscrewing it. Then gently pull out the
battery holder and replace the batteries.

Home

By bringing the upper ring in „HOME“ posi­tion, the Marlin starts transmitting its posi­tion and a HOME signal. The HOME signal
is intended to be a pickup call. It is received

by every locating device (Ray and Basesta­tion) that is within the same group as the Marlin that is trans­miting. Devices of other groups wont‘t show this signal.

The colored LED‘s inform the user about the signal state.
Slowly blinking red light stands for „signal is being trans-

mitted“. Slowly blinking green light indicates that the signal

has been received by another device (Ray or Basestation).

Permanent green light means that a person has manually
confirmed the signal on another device.

Warning: It is important to not turn off the Marlin until you

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have been picked up, even if the signal has already been
confirmed.

SOS

By bringing the upper ring in „SOS“ positi-

on, the Marlin starts transmitting its positi-

on and a SOS signal. The SOS signal is in-

tended to be a high priority distress signal.

It is received and displayed by every other
device (Ray and Basestation) regardless of the devices group,
and indicates that instant assistance is needed.

The colored LED‘s inform the user about the signal state.

Slowly blinking red light stands for „signal is being trans-
mitted“. Slowly blinking green light indicates that the signal

has been received by another device (Ray or Basestation).

Permanent green light means that a person has manually
confirmed the signal on another device.

Warning: It is important to not turn off the Marlin until you

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have been picked up, even if the signal has already been
confirmed.

Torch

Turn the lower ring into Torch position to
permanently activate the white high bright­ness LED’s. The torch functionality does

not affect the radio transmission of a
HOME or SOS signal, and can therefore be

used concurrently to any signal transmission. However, it is
recommended to use the Blink light as an optical aid instead
when sending a distress or pickup signal, because it is easier
to spot from a long distance as well as it saves more battery
power.

Blink Light

Turn the lower ring into Torch position to
activate the Blink light. The blink light can
be used concurrently to any HOME or SOS
signal transmission, which makes it ideal to
provide an additional optical signal that can

be spotted from a long distance.

Warnings

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The device is controlled through magnets that are located

within the two control rings. In order to avoid false activation
and unintended behavior, it is important to keep magnets

and other magnetic controlled devices (such as water re­sistant torches) away from the Marlin.

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The BlueLocar Marlin is an aid for locating and navigation.

It is not a life-saving equipment. Carrying the device cannot

replace other lifesaving appliances or signaling equipment.

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The range of the radio communication connection between

BlueLocar devices can be decreased severely by obstacles
between the devices. Ships, rocks, islands and other large

barriers inhibit proper radio transmission!

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A radio link between transmitter and receiver can only be

established, if the antennas of both devices are above the

water surface. In case of emergency, hold your device as

high as possible, until the reception of your signal has been
confirmed. Also GPS signals can only be received on the

water surface!

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Make sure that all users of a BlueLocar devices are fa-

miliar with the basic functions. Agree in advance, which
procedures are required in case of an emergency situation!

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Make sure that the batteries of the device are fully char-

ged before use. This ensures the maximum transmission

time in case of an emergency!

We, BlueLocar GmbH, Autokaderstraße 29/Bt2, A-1210 Vienna, Austria, declare
under our sole responsibility that the product to which this declaration relates is in
conformity with the requirements of the following specifications:

FCC Statement for USA

The above product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired opera­tion.
Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user‘s authority to operate the equip­ment.

IC Canada Statement for Canada

This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is sub­ject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) This device must accept any in­terference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux ap­pareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions
suivantes :
(1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit
accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible
d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Technical Data

General

Case: synthetic, water resistant to

100m depth

Dimensions

Weight: 245g

Temperature

Storage: -20°C to 70°C

Operation: -5°C to 65°C

GPS Integrated

Radio

Frequency: 915 to 917MHz

Transmitting power: 500mW

(WxLxH) : 5,3 x 5,3 x 18,5cm