User's Manual

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Transmit antenna
Type Flexible vertical tape monopole
Characteristics Vertically polarised, omni-directional
Receive antenna (Fastfind Plus only)
Type Ceramic dielectric patch
Characteristics RH circular polarised, gain +3 dBi nominal
External interfaces
Programming interface Infra-red diode
Manual activation Sealed membrane switch with tamper cover
Self test/Manual deactivation Sealed membrane switch
Physical characteristics
Category 2, manual activation
Class 2
Weight 300 g
Length 146 mm
Width 78 mm
Buoyancy Buoyant
Sealing Waterproof to 5 m immersion
Temporary immersion 10 m
Lanyard 0.75m Sprung Kevlar with belt clip
Communications
Time to first transmission 2 minutes
Typical time to alert LEOSAR: 45 minutes
GEOSAR: 5 minutes
Position accuracy Fastfind : 5 Km radius
Fastfind Plus: 62 m radius
Usage statement
PLBs are intended for use within the maritime, aviation and land environments where
permitted by national administrations.
This PLB is not an ELT or an EPIRB and does not meet the regulatory requirements
for an ELT or an EPIRB.
This PLB is buoyant, but is not required to float in an upright position.