mcmurdo Smartfind S10, User Manual

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4 CAUTIONS
ACTIVATE ONLY IN AN EMERGENCY
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This product is designed for use with an AIS receiver and is not a substitute for a
PLB or EPIRB.
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This beacon is intended for use within the maritime environment where permitted
by national administrations. When activated, it transmits a digital alert message to
any vessel or shore station in radio range which is equipped with an AIS receiver.
Deliberate misuse of the device could result in a penalty.
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Product and battery pack contain no user-serviceable parts. Do
not dismantle.
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Base contains a magnet – maintain compass safe distance of 65
cm (2’2”).
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Contains lithium batteries. Do not incinerate, puncture, deform, short-circuit or
recharge.
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Avoid cleaning the unit with chemical solvents as this may damage the case
material.
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Radio Licensing. This product is a radio transmitter. Some administrations may
require that the user holds a valid radio license to cover its ownership and use.
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As AIS beacons are still very new, not all small-craft chart plotters with AIS show
the correct SART icon as recommended by the IMO. As a
minimum, they will show the same icon as used for other craft
- normally an arrow. In addition, user settings generally allow
you to configure the display to show the serial number, which
in AIS Beacons will always begin with 97. This will differentiate
AIS Beacons (SARTs) from normal AIS targets. If in doubt, check
with your plotter manufacturer how they display SARTs on
screen.
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False alarm : If the unit has been accidentally activated contact the coastguard.
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Storage and Handling : Magnetic switch, take care not to stow
close to strong magnetic sources such as Loudspeakers,
electric motors or DC power cables