Marine Rescue Technologies sMRT AU10 User Manual
sMRT AU10
790000024_sMRT AU10 User Manual
Version 1.8_20140616
June 2014
User Manual
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Table of Contents
I Introduction
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II Glossary of Terms & Acronyms
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III Warnings & Safety Information
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IV sMRT AU10 Overview
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1 .............................................................................. 8sMRT AU10 Features
V sMRT AU10 Operation
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1 .............................................................................. 14Testing the sMRT AU10
VI Recertification and Servicing
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VII Declaration of Conformity
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VIII FCC Compliance Information Statement
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IX Warranty
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X Terms of Sale
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XI Disclaimer
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XII Trademark Notice
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XIII Technical Specifications
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1 Introduction
The following symbols and conventions are used to indicate important
information. Always observe these instructions.
WARNINGS: Instructions that, if ignored, could result in death or
serious personal injury caused by incorrect operation of the
equipment. These must be observed for safe operation.
CAUTIONS: Instructions that, if ignored, could result in personal
injury or material damage caused by incorrect operation of the
equipment. These must be observed for safe operation.
Important Note: Important instructions that should be adhered to
during system operation.
Typographic Conventions
1. Hardware features are displayed in bold uppercase letters, e.g.
ARMING SWITCH.
2. Operation states are displayed in bold uppercase letters surrounded
by square brackets, e.g. [OFF].
Using your sMRT AU10 for the First Time
Carefully read the Warnings and Safety Information section in this
manual prior to using the sMRT AU10 for the first time. To operate
correctly, the sMRT AU10 should be professionally fitted to an MRT
approved PFD by a service centre authorised by MRT. Visit the MRT
website www.mrtsos.com for specific instructions on accessing the
sMRT AU10.
Prior to first use perform a full system test to confirm the device is
operating correctly.
WARNING: DO NOT unzip the main PFD zip. Use the sMRT AU10
access point zip in the life jacket to prepare the device for use.
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2 Glossary of Terms & Acronyms
AIS
Automatic Identification System: Automatic tracking system
used on ships and by vessel traffic services for identifying
and locating vessels by electronically exchanging data with
other nearby ships, AIS base stations, and satellites.
AMSA
Australian Maritime Safety Authority
DSC
Digital Selective Calling – technology used to automate
calling on terrestrial marine radio systems.
ECDIS
Electronic Chart Display and Information System
EPIRB
Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon.
FCC
US Federal Communications Commission
MAYDAY
Voice distress priority message
MMSI
Maritime Mobile Service Identity (DSC identity number)
MSLS
Maritime Survivor Locating System
PFD
Personal Flotation Device
PLD
Personal Locating Device
RDF
Radio Direction Finding
RTCM
Radio Technical Commission for Maritime Services
SAR
Search and Rescue
USCG
US Coast Guard
VHF
Very High Frequency radio band – 30 to 300 MHz.
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3 Warnings & Safety Information
WARNINGS:
The sMRT AU10 is not an EPIRB and its emergency
transmissions are not detected by orbiting satellites. The device
is a short range Personal Locating Device (PLD), which uses AIS
and 121.5MHz Radio Direction Finding (RDF) techniques.
Perform a full system test before use.
The sMRT AU10 should ONLY be used in an emergency.
DELIBERATE MISUSE MAY INCUR A SEVERE PENALTY.
Annual inspection and recertification of the sMRT AU10 by MRT
Ltd. or an authorised service agent is required every 12 months.
DO NOT store or transport the unit in a wet or high moisture
environment to avoid accidental activation.
Do not dismantle the sMRT AU10 as it contains no userserviceable parts.
DO NOT tamper with the AUTO ACTIVATION WATER SENSOR
on the top or bottom of the unit
The sMRT AU10 emits radio frequency radiation when in use.
Avoid handling the antenna when activated.
LIFE JACKET & PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
USAGE WARNINGS:
The sMRT AU10 must only be fitted/attached to life jackets
approved by MRT Ltd.
Only MRT approved attachment kits/pouches are to be used to
attach the unit to the life jacket.
The sMRT AU10 must be fitted strictly in accordance with the life
jacket manufacturer & MRT's instructions as supplied.
The sMRT AU10 must only be fitted by an approved service
centre authorised by MRT and the life jacket manufacturer.
The life jacket is to be serviced according to the manufacturer's
specifications.
It is the user's responsibility to ensure that any ancillary
equipment, such as survival suits/harnesses, PPE, clothing etc.,
does not interfere with the operation of the sMRT AU10.
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CAUTION:
Do not paint the sMRT AU10 or clean it with aggressive
detergents or solvents. Some cleaning materials may damage the
seals and affect the integrity of the device.
To ensure the sMRT AU10 operates as intended in an
emergency:
o Avoid dropping the unit.
o Avoid leaving the unit unnecessarily in full sun where it may
be exposed to excessively high temperatures.
o Inspect the device periodically for signs of wear and tear,
visible cracks or other damage.
The sMRT AU10 could save your life, treat it with respect at all times.
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4 sMRT AU10 Overview
This user manual provides all the information required to operate and test the
sMRT AU10 Maritime Survivor Locating Devices. The sMRT AU10 is a dualoperation Personal Locating Device transmitting on the 121.5 MHz search
and rescue (SAR) frequency, while simultaneously transmitting GPS
position coordinates on AIS channels AIS1 and AIS2.
sMRT AU10 Activation
When armed, the sMRT AU10 is designed to automatically activate in
an emergency when immersed in water. There is an AUTO
ACTIVATION WATER SENSOR sensor on the top and bottom of the
unit. If the unit is continuously immersed in salt or fresh water it will
'awaken' and auto-activate. A predetermined 2 second delay period
prevents device activation caused by spray, rain and splashing.
The sMRT AU10 can also be manually activated by pressing the round
rubber ACTIVATION BUTTON on the front of the device when armed.
The design of the ARMING SWITCH, in conjunction with the unit's
RUBBER O-RING, prevents the device from being accidentally activated
while being carried or in transit.
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4.1 sMRT AU10 Features
sMRT AU10 Front
1. ANTENNA.
2. AUTO ACTIVATION WATER SENSOR.
3. Product name.
4. ACTIVATION BUTTON GUARD.
5. Front label.
6. RUBBER O-RING restrainer for ARMING SWITCH.
7. BASE CAP (hinged, not separate).
8. AUTO ACTIVATION WATER SENSOR.
9. Restrainer GRAB TAG for ARMING SWITCH.
10. ARMING SWITCH.
11. Round rubber ACTIVATION BUTTON (for activation and
function testing).
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12. Operation instructions (rear label)
sMRT AU10 Rear
13. Mandatory Recertification/Service Date (side label)
14. Device Serial Number (side label).
15. Device MMSI Number (side label).
sMRT AU10 Side
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5 sMRT AU10 Operation
WARNING: DO NOT unzip the main PFD zip. Use the sMRT AU10
access point zip in the life jacket to prepare the device for use. The
sMRT AU10 should only be used in an emergency. DELIBERATE
MISUSE MAY INCUR A SEVERE PENALTY.
The sMRT AU10 must be professionally fitted to an MRT approved PFD to
operate correctly. This ensures the device is in the most effective position for
water activation and emergency transmissions, while the PFD assists the
casualty to remain afloat and face-up when in the water.
The sMRT AU10 is inserted into a purpose-built pouch for stability. The
device is [OFF] when shipped and needs to be configured in the [READY]
state prior to use.
WARNING: See the MRT website www.mrtsos.com for specific
instructions on accessing the sMRT AU10 inside your sMRT PFD.
Arming the sMRT AU10
This procedure arms the device for both manual and auto-activation.
Open the sMRT AU10 access
point zip in the PFD.
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Remove the sMRT AU10 as
displayed and lift the RUBBER O-
RING up and over the ARMING
SWITCH.
Push the ARMING SWITCH
down to the [READY] position
until it clicks into place and
ensure the RUBBER O-RING is
positioned in the gap above the
ARMING SWITCH.
Reinsert the unit in the PFD and
close the access point zip
securely. The sMRT AU10 and
PFD is now ready for use.
WARNING: After arming the unit it can remain in the life jacket for
12 months until the jacket and beacon require servicing and
recertification. Before returning the unit for servicing and
recertification it must be made safe:
1. Slide the ARMING SWITCH up to the [OFF] position and
then lift and pull the RUBBER O-RING down and over the
ARMING SWITCH.
2. Ensure the RUBBER O-RING is positioned in the gap below
the ARMING SWITCH.
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Activating the sMRT AU10
Activation commences dual-operation Personal Locating Device
transmissions on the 121.5 MHz search and rescue (SAR) frequency,
while simultaneously transmitting GPS position coordinates on AIS
channels AIS1 and AIS2. sMRT AU10 transmissions continue after
activation until the device is disarmed/switched [OFF]. There are two
methods of activation.
Press the round rubber
ACTIVATION BUTTON.
The sMRT AU10 also activates
automatically after 2 seconds of
continuous immersion in water.
Audio SOS BEEPs can be heard and flashing RED LEDs are visible when
the unit is transmitting on full power. This pattern cycles continuously until
the unit is disarmed/switched [OFF].
Important Note: The unit has two AUTO ACTIVATION WATER
SENSORS (a metal screw on top of the unit and within the base
cap). Both these sensors have to be continuously immersed for a
period of not less than 2 seconds to allow the unit to wake up and
auto-activate, this prevents inadvertent activation by spray, rain or
splashes.
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