Ocean Signal PLB1 User Manual
PLB1
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PLB1
© 2012 Ocean Signal Ltd
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be correct at the time of print. Ocean Signal Ltd reserve the right to change specifications
and other information contained in this manual as part of our continual improvement
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
IN CASE OF EMERGENCYIN CASE OF EMERGENCY
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
USE ONLY IN CASE OF GRAVE OR IMMINENT DANGER
• PULL THE ANTENNA OUT FROM THE
BODY TO ITS FULL EXTENT USING THE
BLACK TAB.
• LIFT THE FLAP UP
• PRESS THE ON KEY FOR ONE SECOND
TO ACTIVATE THE BEACON.
• THE GREEN LED WILL FLASH TO
INDICATE ACTIVATION
• RELEASE THE ON KEY.
• ENSURE THE ANTENNA IS HELD
VERTICALLY WHILE OPERATING THE
PLB
• THE STROBE LIGHT WILL START
FLASHING TO INDICATE IT IS
ACTIVATED
Hold for 1sec
Hold for 1secHold for 1sec
Hold for 1sec
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Contents
1.
GENERAL ................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1
Exposure to RF Electromagnetic Energy .................................................................. 5
1.2
Warnings..................................................................................................................... 5
1.3
Model designators...................................................................................................... 5
1.4
Registration ................................................................................................................ 5
2.
PLB1 OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................................ 6
3.
False Alerts................................................................................................................................ 6
4.
Operation.................................................................................................................................... 7
4.1
Activation .................................................................................................................... 7
4.2
Deactivation ................................................................................................................ 7
5.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting............................................................................................ 8
5.1
Testing ........................................................................................................................ 8
5.1.1
Beacon test ....................................................................................................... 8
5.1.2
GPS test ............................................................................................................ 9
6.
Batteries..................................................................................................................................... 9
6.1
Disposal ...................................................................................................................... 9
7.
Appendix....................................................................................................................................10
7.1
System Overview....................................................................................................... 10
7.1.1
COSPAS/SARSAT System............................................................................... 10
7.1.2
GPS System..................................................................................................... 10
7.2
Accessories............................................................................................................... 10
7.3
Specifications............................................................................................................ 11
7.4
Approvals .................................................................................................................. 12
7.4.1
European Declaration of Conformity............................................................. 12
7.4.2
Country of Intended Use (EU requirement)................................................... 13
7.4.3
Industry Canada Approval.............................................................................. 13
7.5
Limited Warranty...................................................................................................... 14
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1.
1.1.
1. GENERAL
GENERALGENERAL
GENERAL
1.1
1.11.1
1.1 Exposure to RF Electromagnetic Energy
Exposure to RF Electromagnetic EnergyExposure to RF Electromagnetic Energy
Exposure to RF Electromagnetic Energy
This product also complies with EN62479 (EU) and RSS-102 (Canada).
1.2
1.21.2
1.2 Warnings
WarningsWarnings
Warnings
It is a legal requirement to register your PLB with your National Authority.
Only use your PLB in a situation of grave and imminent danger. Deliberately
misusing your PLB or setting it off accidentally may result in prosecution and a
fine.
Your PLB contains small lithium batteries. Please see section 6 for information
on safe transportation.
The battery in your PLB should be replaced immediately if it has been activated,
or if the test indicator shows the battery as ‘used’, or if the expiry date marked on
the unit has been exceeded.
THIS PLB WILL NOT FLOAT, unless fitted with a flotation lanyard. The lanyard
will ensure your PLB will not sink and can be retrieved from the water.
The PLB1 is not designed and intended for operation while floating in water. In
the case of exceptional circumstances during operation the beacon shall always
be kept above the water.
Please read these instructions carefully. Failure to follow the guidance in this
manual may result in loss of warranty.
1.3
1.31.3
1.3 Model designators
Model designatorsModel designators
Model designators
The Ocean Signal PLB is available in two variants. The rescueME PLB1 has a GPS receiver
built in for maximum position accuracy. The rescueME PLB2 is a version without the GPS
receiver. This manual covers both variants, but section 5.1.2 and 7.1.2 and other
references to the GPS do not apply to the PLB2.
1.4
1.41.4
1.4 Registration
RegistrationRegistration
Registration
To register your beacon, contact you national registration authority via post, email or
online. Provide your 15 digit HEX ID (UIN), 5 digit checksum if required, your contact
details and emergency contact information. Some countries also require additional
information such as boat type and identification or alternative emergency contacts.
For USA the registration is at www.beaconregistration.noaa.gov/
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