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Figure: 5 

2.

 

As soon as the DML begins to flash rapidly, remove the antenna tip at least 1” from the 
recess. Then realign the antenna tip with the manual activation/ deactivation recess once 
again for approximately 3 seconds. 

3.

 

If the light turns on and remains on solid for approximately 3 seconds, the battery is 
useable. If, instead, the DML flashes on and off at this point, the battery is not useable and 
must be replaced. 

 
Use the following steps to replace the 
battery: 

1.

 

Using a #1 size Phillips head 
screwdriver, unscrew the 
crosshead screw on the battery 
door. See figure 5. 

2.

 

Remove battery door. 

3.

 

Remove used battery. 

4.

 

Insert new 3 volt CR123 lithium 
battery according to polarity 
diagram on the inside of the 
battery door.  

5.

 

Replace battery door.  Grasping 
screwdriver with thumb and 
forefinger, screw down the 
battery door to 45 in/oz. 

6.

 

Do not over tighten! 

 

 

 
DSC Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) Registration 

Each DSC transmitter should be programmed to operate with the owner’s registered DSC capable 
VHF marine radio.  The registration number, known as the VHF marine radio’s MMSI number, is 
a unique 9-digit identification number that can only be supplied by the United States Coast Guard 
and its affiliated MMSI registration partners.  More information regarding MMSI registration for 
VHF marine radios may be found at the following Internet address: 

http://www.navcen.uscg.gov/marcomms/gmdss/mmsi.htm

  

 
The digital selective calling feature of an ORCA® DSC beacon, by default, will transmit a generic 
MMSI number that is not registered to any VHF marine radio.  The owner’s registered MMSI 
number can be programmed at the factory or at an approved reseller’s facility.  

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Summary of Contents for ORCA DSC

Page 1: ...Overboard Recovery Communications Apparatus ORCA ORCA DSC User s Guide ...

Page 2: ...2 BriarTek Inc Technical Support 703 548 7892 Email support briartek com URL www briartek com 2009 BriarTek Incorporated ...

Page 3: ...r light DML E Battery door Modes The ORCA DSC has three modes ARMED Each transmitter is ARMED after a 3 volt CR123 lithium battery is correctly installed TRANSMIT The transmitter goes from ARMED to TRANSMIT mode when it is automatically activated by submerging it in saltwater for a minimum of 3 seconds or when it is manually activated After the transmitter is activated it emits a DSC message on VH...

Page 4: ...econds after the DML begins flashing the transmitter will begin transmitting a distress message Automatic activation The transmitter will activate when the water sensors are submerged in saltwater for at least 3 seconds All Clear deactivate transmitter When the MOB is recovered align the antenna tip with the manual activation deactivation recess for approximately 3 seconds This disables the DSC tr...

Page 5: ... 4 shows the ORCA DSC inserted in the pocket and the dotted red line shows the route of the antenna inside the jacket Important Do not coil antenna as this will degrade the transmission signal Battery Information Battery Lifespan The ORCA DSC has very low current consumption It is recommended that the battery should be replaced once a year and sooner if the ORCA DSC has been activated for more tha...

Page 6: ...ce battery door Grasping screwdriver with thumb and forefinger screw down the battery door to 45 in oz 6 Do not over tighten DSC Maritime Mobile Service Identity MMSI Registration Each DSC transmitter should be programmed to operate with the owner s registered DSC capable VHF marine radio The registration number known as the VHF marine radio s MMSI number is a unique 9 digit identification number ...

Page 7: ... volt CR123 lithium battery Battery Life One year Armed mode 24 hours continuous once activated Transmit mode Activation manual or saltwater Current Draw Armed 21 uA Transmit DSC 125mA Transmit high power 200mA Transmit low power 100mA Modulation Frequency 121 5 MHz 156 525MHz 25 5 inch 64 75 cm external antenna with strain relief the length can be modified based on user needs Operating Temperatur...

Page 8: ... in exchange at its option for a period of one year from the date the component is purchased For an exchange of the product carefully pack the equipment and return to BriarTek Inc at the following address BriarTek Inc 3129 Mt Vernon Ave Alexandria VA 22305 This warranty is void if any component has been subject to misuse or improper installation by a non BriarTek employee or has been repaired or a...

Page 9: ...9 Notes ...

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