Orolia KANNADXS3GPS User Manual
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CONTENTS
CONTENTS...........................................................................................................................................2
INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................2
ENGLISH DEUTSCHNEDERLANDS
COSPAS-SARSAT SYSTEM ...............................................................................................................2
REGISTRATION ..................................................................................................................................3
FALSE ALARMS...................................................................................................................................3
DESCRIPTION .....................................................................................................................................3
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE IN AN EMERGENCY................................................................................4
TEST INSTRUCTIONS .........................................................................................................................5
BATTERIES AND MAINTENANCE.......................................................................................................5
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................
WARRANTY .......................................................................................................................................17
DEALER INFORMATION....................................................................................................................17
BEACON IDENTIFICATION................................................................................................................20
OWNER IDENTIFICATION.................................................................................................................20
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WARNING
Distress beacon class II
!
Use only in situations of grave and imminent danger
Register beacon with national authority before use
INTRODUCTION
The KANNAD 406 XS-3 GPS is a manually
activated multienvironmental personal locator
beacon (PLB) approved to COSPAS-SARSAT
class II requirements.
This beacon is watertight, buoyant and is
appropriate for use around water provided that
being placed in horizontal position with the antenna
unfolded in vertical position, 406/121.5 and GPS
antennas being not covered by water.
Important: the user shall make every effort to
keep the beacon out of the water and avoid any
retention of water on the antenna.
The distress signal transmitted by the beacon can
be picked up anywhere thanks to COSPASSARSAT satellite global coverage.
When activated, the KANNAD 406 XS-3 GPS
transmits, in the 406 MHz frequency, a coded
message with a unique number to identify the
distress and the beacon’s owner. This message is
picked up by the COSPAS-SARSAT satellites
which store it and continuously retransmit it to the
Local User Terminals (L.U.T) Thanks to the
geosationnary satellites (GEOSAR), the distress is
received within minutes and transmitted anywhere
in the world.
Thanks to the orbital satellites (LEOSAR), the
position of the distress is calculated typically within
one nautical mile anywhere in the world using
doppler techniques. The typical waiting time for
calculating a position in average latitudes is less
than one hour.
In addition, thanks to the GPS receiver, its
position (accuracy typically about a fifty meters) will
be transmitted by the beacon within minutes
following the distress.
The data are processed and retransmitted to
Mission and Rescue Control Centers (MRCC's)
and to the Search And Rescue Center (RCC or
S.A.R.) nearest to the distress to organize the
rescue operations.
The 121.5 MHz frequency is also transmitted by
the beacon and is used as a homing frequency in
the final stages of rescue.
COSPAS-SARSAT SYSTEM
COSPAS-SARSAT is a global distress warning
system operating 406.0 - 406.1 MHz frequency
band.
The 406 MHz frequency coded with the beacon ID,
is used to determine the position of the beacon to
alert the nearest Search and Rescue Services
(S.A.R.).
The system consists of:
1. Distress beacons;
2. Satellites on polar orbits (LEOSAR) and
geostationary satellites (GEOSAR);
3. Local User Terminals (LUTs);
4. Mission and Rescue Control Centers (MRCC's).
5. Rescue Coordination Centers (RCCs) or Search
and Rescue (S.A.R.) Points Of Contacts.
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COSPAS-SARSAT System concept
REGISTRATION
Regulations regarding registration and use of
PLBs vary from nation to nation. Make sure you
are aware of the appropriate national
regulations. The owner of the beacon must
register its beacon with the national authorities
who will supply the form necessary for its
registration. The beacon must be re-registered
when changing ownership.
Each beacon is programmed with a unique 15 digit
Hexadecimal identity number (ID). This number is
to be found in the ID field of the beacon label.
The KANNAD 406 XS-3 GPS is coded in
compliance with COSPAS-SARSAT serialised
protocol or with coding protocol applicable in the
country of registration:
• For marine use: either MMSI number or
serialized protocol.
• On board an aircraft: either with the serialized
number (S/N), 24-bit address, AOD + serial
number, tail number (T/N).
• For use on land: with serialised protocol.
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DESCRIPTION
1. Breakable protective device
To avoid unintentional activation of the beacon
and prove the beacon has been intentionally
activated.
2. ON pushbutton
To activate the beacon.
3. ON control led (green)
To check good operation when activating the
beacon.
4. TEST pushbutton
To perform a self-test or to stop the beacon
transmission if unintentionnaly activated (if
required by authorities).
5. TEST control led (red)
To check good operation when performing a selftest, also used to program the beacon (by
manufacturer or authorized programming
stations).
6. Protective device for self-test
To avoid unintentional activation of self-test.
7. 406.028 / 121.5 MHz antenna.
8. GPS antenna.
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FALSE ALARMS
False alarms caused by accidental activations of
beacons result in unnecessary search and rescue
operations.
Therefore, if the beacon has been activated by
mistake, it is mandatory to:
• Immediately contact the nearest Search And
Rescue authorities (coast guards, etc.) to tell
them it is a false alarm to stop SAR operations.
Report:
- beacon unique ID (15 hexadecimal code on
label);
- time and duration of alarm;
- location when activated.
• Manually de-activate the beacon when
instructed to do so by authorities:
- Press TEST pushbutton.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE IN AN EMERGENCY
1. Unfold the antenna and raise it to vertical
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position.
3. Press ON.
• The beacon starts with a self-test then the green
led flashes every 2 seconds.
• A buzzer transmits an audible signal every
second.
4. Place beacon in horizontal position in a clear
area, ensure the antenna is in vertical position.
2. Open and break the PLB upper cover.
Important: After activation, the user shall make
every effort to keep the beacon out of the water,
avoid any retention of water on the antenna and
keep the beacon oriented so that the antenna
has an unobstructed view of the sky. The user
should keep his hand away from the antenna
and GPS antenna side.
It is recommended to operate beacon in an
open space area. Do not attempt to operate
inside liferaft or under any similar cover or
canopy or inside a vehicle.
5. Stop: Lift lower cover up and press TEST.
(See Test Instructions)
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TEST INSTRUCTIONS
BATTERIES AND MAINTENANCE
Important: As a 121.5 MHz signal is transmitted
during self-test, this test may be only executed
during the first five minutes period on any
hour.
Limit self-testing to the minimum necessary to
ensure confidence in operation of the satellite
PLB.
1. Unfold the antenna and raise it to vertical
position.
2. Lift lower cover up
3. Press test.
4. Check that the red control led flashes then, after
about 20 seconds the result is displayed as
follows:
- 1 blinking every 2 seconds indicates good
operation.
- 2 blinkings every 2 seconds indicates faulty
operation
Repeat 3 times to confirm failure before contacting
agent.
Self-test
Every month by the user (See Test Instructions).
Battery replacement
The battery pack must be replaced 6 years after
date of manufacture by an authorized agent with
original parts only available from KANNAD.
KANNAD declines responsibility and warranty fails
should other packs be installed.
Should the beacon be used for more than 30
minutes or for any reasons other than testing, the
battery pack must be changed.
BATTERY WARNING
• DO NOT OPEN THE BEACON
• DO NOT CHANGE THE BATTERY
• DO NOT THROW IN FIRE
• DO NOT EXPOSE TO TEMPERATURE OVER
90°C
• DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT
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Batteries included in these beacons are nonhazardous for transport regulations.
Disposal of used batteries must be done according
to relevant regulation.
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SPECIFICATIONS
COSPAS-SARSAT Personal Locator Beacon
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Buoyant
Waterproof
MECHANIC
Weight
Dimensions
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Temperature Range
Storage temperature
Operating life
406 MHz SATELLITE TRANSMISSION
Frequency
UHF output power
Phase modulation
Repetition period
Transmission time
: Class II
: Will float in salt / fresh water (RTCM & ETSI
Category 1)
: Submersion to 1 meter
: 295 gr. (0.65 lbs)
: 132 x 88 x 45 mm (5.20 x 3.46 x 1.77 in.).
: -20°C to +55°C (Class II)
: -30°C to +70°C
: 24 hours mini. at -20°C.
: 406.028 MHz ± 0.001 MHz
: 5W (37 dBm ± 2 dB)
: 16K0G1D, Biphase L± 1.1 ± 0.1 radians
: 50 s. ± 5%
: 520 ms. ± 1%
121.5 MHz HOMING TRANSMITTER
Frequency
Power
Modulation
Modulation format
Transmission
GPS
GPS receiver
Channels
Band
Updated
BATTERY
Batteries
Expiration date
Replacement
: 121.5 MHz ± 0.003 MHz
: 50 mW (17 dBm ± 3 dB)
: AM audio sweep
: 3K20A3X
: Continuous
: iTrax 03 OEM GPS receiver module
: 12 independant tracking channels
: L
: Every 20 minutes according to Cospas-Sarsat
specifications
: Non hazardous high energy LiMnO2
: 6 years after date of manufacture
: Before expiration date indicated on beacon
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