PA G E 8
I N S T R U C T I O N M A N UA L
4 0 6 M H Z P L B
SPECIFICATIONS*
Modes of operation
Activated:
UHF (406) and VHF (homer) complete with high intensity light and audible alert.
Self Test:
Comprehensive internal diagnostics with visual and audible operator feed-back.
UHF test message (inverted synchronisation compatible with portable beacon testers).
GPS satellite acquisition test (MT410G only).
Operation
Activation:
Automatically when antenna deployed.
Duration:
In excess of 24 hours at -20°C Longer at higher ambient temperatures.
Transmission:
121.5 MHz and 406 MHz
Delay:
60 seconds to deactivate prior to distress transmission.
Warm Up:
None required (due to patented digital frequency generation).
VHF:
121.5 MHz, 50 mW ±3 dB, swept tone AM (analogue).
UHF:
406.028 MHz, 5 W ± 2 dB,
PSK (digital).
Light:
> 20 flashes/minute
2 x high intensity white LED.
COSPAS-SARSAT
Certified to C/S T.001 (Class 2) requirements.
UHF-Protocol/Data:
Supports all short (MT410) and long (MT410G) operation protocols
(re-programmable by Distributor).
Repetition Period:
50 s mean, digitally generated randomization.
Battery
Replacement
Prior to expiry date marked on
Period:
case - (7 yrs), or after use.
Replacement
Service centre or factory only
Method:
(non-user replaceable).
Battery Chemistry:
LiMnO
2
(0.49 g Lithium per cell)
Battery
2 electronically isolated batteries,
Configuration:
consisting of 2 cells type CR17345.
Physical
Operating:
-20 to +55°C
Storage:
-30 to +70°C
Weight:
MT410 - 235 g, MT410G - 250 g
Compass Safe
Distance:
0.1 m (for minimal deflection)
Dimensions (mm):
135 (h) x 71 (w) x 38 (d)
Buoyant:
Will float in fresh/salt water
(RTCM Cat 1).
Waterproof:
Submersion to 1 m, exceeds IP67.
Materials:
High visibility yellow chassis with translucent cap. UV stabilised high
impact plastic chassis with energy absorption over-moulded bumpers.
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