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3.2.1
Strobe light
When the EPIRB is activated the strobe light will start flashing steadily with
approximately 21 flashes per minute.
The first 406 MHz signal will be transmitted 60 seconds after activation.
This is indicated with a triple flash.
After approximately 4.5 minutes the first AIS signal is transmitted. This is
indicated with a double flash. At the same time the 121.5 MHz homing
signal will start transmitting.
Strobe light
EPIRB active
Steady flashes
406 MHz signal
transmitted
Triple flashes
AIS signal
transmitted
Double flashes