Orolia PLB-4-GPS Fastfind MaxG, Safelink Pro, XS-ER GPS User Manual Kannad Aviation

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User Manual Kannad Aviation

                    XS-ER GPS Personal Locator Beacon  User manual
 i Your PLBs unique identification information Notices to Purchasers  Personal  Locator  Beacons  (PLB)  must  be  registered  with  the  appropriate National Authority. Failure to register your PLB could delay a Search and Rescue (SAR) response and maybe unlawful.                 WARNING A  PLB  should  only  be  activated  in  situations  of  grave  and  imminent danger to life. Misuse or false activation is unlawful and could result in a penalty   Important PLBs  are  intended  for  use  within  the  maritime,  aviation  and  land environments  where  permitted  by  national  administrations.  When  activated, the PLB sends an emergency alert to the COSPAS-SARSAT satellite system. The time taken for the alert to be processed is dependant upon the extent of satellite  system  coverage  at  that  time  and  any  overhead  obstruction  that could impair the  signal path to the satellite. The  actual time to  rescue in an emergency will be dependant upon the performance of all factors within the SAR  (Search  and  Rescue)  system,  and  as  such,  is  outside  the  control  of Kannad.       Stick copy  Programming label here
 ii  Contents Safety notices...............................................................................................1 Quick start checklist .....................................................................................2 Emergency operation ........................................................................................... 2 Introduction...................................................................................................3 Preparing the PLB for use............................................................................3 Handling false alerts.....................................................................................4 Emergency Operation ..................................................................................5 Switching off an active PLB.................................................................................. 6 Emergency Operation with GPS ..........................................................................7 Self-test ........................................................................................................8 Getting the best from the PLB......................................................................9 General use.......................................................................................................... 9 Get the best from GPS PLBs ............................................................................... 9 Satellite Distress Beacons explained.........................................................13 Why GPS PLBs?................................................................................................13 How does your PLB work?.........................................................................14 Registration and Licensing.........................................................................15 Radio transmitter Licence requirements............................................................. 16 Service and Maintenance...........................................................................17 Deactivation................................................................................................18 Battery Pack ...............................................................................................18 How to assemble your PLB........................................................................19 Fitting the battery................................................................................................ 19 Technical Specifications.............................................................................20 Usage statement ................................................................................................ 22 Declaration of Conformity...........................................................................23 Product Warranty .......................................................................................24 End of Life Statement.................................................................................25 Battery Removal................................................................................................. 25 Disposal ............................................................................................................. 25 Annex 1. Registration information ..............................................................26 Annex 2. Quick user card detail .................................................................29
 1  Safety notices Please  take  time  to  read  this  manual  fully  as  it  contains  important  information regarding the correct use and maintenance of your PLB.  Important The  PLB  (Personal  Locator  Beacon)  is  an  emergency  radio  beacon;  only  ever operate it in situations of grave and imminent danger to life.   CAUTION: False alerts endanger lives and cause expensive disruption to Search and Rescue services, deliberate misuse of the PLB could result in penalty.    CAUTION: The PLB and battery pack contain no user-serviceable parts. Do not dismantle the PLB or the battery pack.     CAUTION:  The  battery  pack  contains  lithium  batteries.  Do  not  attempt  to recharge the battery under any circumstances. Do not incinerate, puncture, deform, or short-circuit. Dispose of spent battery packs safely and in accordance with local waste disposal regulations. Refer to End of Life Statement.   CAUTION: Avoid using chemical solvents to clean the PLB as some solvents can damage the case material.   CAUTION: Radio licensing, the PLB is a radio transmitter. Some administrations may require that the user holds a valid radio licence to cover its ownership and use.  Radio Frequency Exposure Warning   WARNING: The PLB is a radio transmitter which emits radio frequency radiation when activated. Because of the low power levels used and the intermittency of these transmissions PLBs should not expose users to RF energy in excess of safe limits. However it is advisable not to handle the antenna while the unit is transmitting.  Disclaimer The  information  and  illustrations  contained  in  this  publication  are  to  the  best  of  our knowledge  correct  at  the  time  of  going  to  print.  We  reserve  the  right  to  change specifications, equipment, installation and maintenance instructions without notice as part of our policy of continuous product development and improvement. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form, electronic or otherwise without permission in writing from Kannad. No liability can be accepted  for  any  inaccuracies  or  omissions  in  the  publication,  although  every  care has been taken to make it as complete and accurate as possible.
 2 Quick start checklist  Emergency operation             1.  Open the flip cover 2.  Tear off the red plastic tab 3.  Press and hold the red button for 2 seconds   Do • Register the PLB with the National Authority  • Learn how to activate and position the PLB in an emergency  • Check that the battery is in date  • Self-test the PLB once a month   Don’t  • Activate the PLB unless there is a genuine emergency   • Allow the GPS ZONE to become covered (clearly marked on the front of the PLB case)   • Handle the antenna
 3 Introduction  Thank you for purchasing your XS-ER GPS Personal Locator Beacon (PLB).   When carrying  a  XS-ER  GPS,  you  will  enjoy  the  reassurance  of  having  a  PLB  as  a  last resort safeguard against any life threatening incidents that may occur anywhere in the world.  Whether  alone  or  in  a  group,  on  holiday  or  at  work,  enjoying  your  sport  or hobby, if you ever find yourself in a remote area without any other form of emergency communication, on land, at sea or in the air the XS-ER GPS comes into its own.  Once  activated,  the  XS-ER  GPS  transmits  a  unique  identification  signal  via  the COSPAS SARSAT satellite system. Provided the PLB has a clear view of the sky its location can be determined anywhere on the earth’s surface. Details of the PLB alert will quickly be passed to regional SAR (search and rescue) authorities. Keeping your PLB Registration details up to date is critical to ensure a quick and appropriate SAR response is sent to your rescue.   The XS-ER GPS has an inbuilt Global Positioning System (GPS) navigation receiver. Once  activated  in  an  emergency,  GPS  positional  information  is  automatically transmitted  as  part  of  the  distress  message.  The  inclusion  of  GPS  based  positional information  can  greatly  reduce  the  time  it  takes  for  the  SAR  authorities  to  arrive  on scene.   Should  you  have  any  questions,  or  require  advice  regarding  Kannad  products  our website ‘frequently asked questions’  is a good place to  start. From the  web site  you can also leave a message for our customer service team, visit; www.kannad.com.   Preparing the PLB for use Carefully unpack the carton and check the contents. Carton contents list;   PLB with attached battery and Lanyard Belt bag  User manual  User card  Registration paper work  Confirm that the battery expiry date shown on the rear of the battery pack is in date for the duration of intended use.   Check  that  the  outside  of  the  PLB  is  undamaged  and  that  the  flip  top  lid  cover  is present. Lift the flip top lid and confirm that the anti-tamper seal is intact   Self-test the PLB following the instructions detailed in the self test section.  A self-test pass indication verifies that the PLB is ready for use.   Always carry the PLB securely, so it is close at  hand in  the event of an emergency. Securely attach the PLB lanyard to clothing or life vest.
 4 Handling false alerts If the PLB has been accidentally activated, or if rescue has been effected before arrival of the rescue services:  •  Only switch off the PLB when instructed to do so by the rescue services or authorities.  •  Attempt to contact the rescue services, coastguard, or police by radio or telephone to advise them of the false alert.    PLB with antenna deployed
 5 Emergency Operation  Flip-top lid Anti-tamper cover seal GPS ZONE do not cover
 6 Emergency Operation  Important: ONLY pull the red anti-tamper seal in an emergency.   1.  Raise the flip-up lid to expose the red anti-tamper cover. Once opened, the flip-up lid can be pulled off the PLB and discarded if necessary.   2.  Grasp  the  handle  part  of  the  red  anti-tamper  cover,  and  pull  sharply  away from the PLB body.  This uncovers the START/ON button. The antenna will spring into an upright position as soon as the anti-tamper cover is removed.   CAUTION:  Spring  action  antenna  deployment;  tilt  the  PLB  away  from your face when pulling the anti-tamper seal to deploy the antenna.  3.  Press and hold the ON button for at least 2 seconds. The RED ON indicator light will turn on.   4.  After 2 minutes has elapsed, the RED ON indicator light will start to slowly flash indicating that the PLB has started transmitting emergency alerts.  The  PLB  will  continue  to  transmit  alerts  for  a  minimum  of  48  hours.  406  MHz transmissions are announced by a long flash of the RED indicator light once every 50 seconds.   Lift flip cover and Pull anti-tamper cover to deploy the antenna, push and hold ON button to activate the PLB.  Important: After the PLB is switched ON the first emergency transmission is delayed for 2 minutes. This delay allows time to switch the PLB off in the event of accidental activation before a false alert is transmitted.   Switching off an active PLB Press and hold the OFF button for a minimum of 5 seconds until the indicator lights go off.
 7 Emergency Operation with GPS When the PLB is first activated the inbuilt GPS receiver will attempt to acquire a valid geographical position fix.   Once a GPS position fix is acquired the GREEN indicator light will start to flash once every 3.5 seconds in sequence with the red indicator light.       GREEN and RED indicator lights ‘long flash’ in sequence once every 50 seconds to indicate each 406 MHz transmission containing a valid GPS position.       After 4 hours without a valid GPS position fix the GREEN light will go out completely.                  Self-test/OFF button GPS PLB controls   Activation button Green light flashes when GPS position is good Red light - 50 seconds - - 3.5 seconds -- - 3.5 seconds - - 50 seconds - - 50 seconds - GPS position acquired Transmission with valid GPS position GPS position lost
 8 Self-test  International regulations require that Self-testing of the PLB should only be carried out in the first five minutes of any hour.   Self-test  verifies  operation  of  the  PLB  by  checking  key  features  including  battery voltage and 406 MHz and 121.5 MHz alert transmitters.  Important  Each  self-test  draws  small  amounts  of  energy  from  the  battery  pack.  Unnecessary testing of the PLB may subsequently reduce the run time of the PLB in an emergency. On  average,  the  PLB  should  only  be  self-tested  12  times  per  year,  or  a  total  of  60 times across the 5 year battery lifetime.   To operate self-test, use the Test/OFF button, located under the flexible handle of the red anti-tamper cover.    •  Open the flip-top lid. Do NOT pull off the red anti-tamper cover.  •  Slide a finger under the flexible handle of the anti-tamper cover to locate the Test/OFF button.   • Hold down the Test/OFF button for 10 seconds. • (red ON indicator light will illuminate)   •  Self-test pass is indicated by 3 flashes of the green indicator light.   •  A failed self-test is indicated by 3 flashes of the red ON indicator light   •  The PLB will switch off  once the self-test has finished        Self-test                                               •  Release the button and close the flip-top lid.
 9  Important: While self-testing keep your fingers away from the top of the PLB as the close proximity of any objects can affect the results of the self-test.  If the self-test still fails, repeat it and if the problem persists remove the PLB from use and contact your service dealer for advice.  Getting the best from the PLB General use Once activated, position the  PLB so that the antenna is pointing straight up towards the sky so that it has the best all-around view of the sky. The position of the COSPAS-SARSAT satellites can affect when an alert signal is received. Careful positioning so that the maximum amount of sky is in view will produce the optimum performance.  Get the best from GPS PLBs  Position the PLB so that the antenna is pointing skyward and the GPS zone is clear of any obstructions.                          Do not obstruct the area marked GPS Zone on top of the PLB  The  PLB  should  be  positioned  to  have  the  clearest  possible  view  of  the  sky. Obstructions  such  as  tree  cover,  deep  canyons,  ravines,  caves,  overhangs  and shadowing  objects  can  block  out  the  view  of  GPS  satellites  and  may  inhibit  GPS signals from reaching the PLB.    NO YES
 10 Even  if  the  GPS  PLB  initially  fails  to  acquire  a  valid  GPS  position,  the  first  alert message will still be transmitted within 2 minutes of activation. The PLBs position will be determined as if it was a standard PLB without GPS.   Using the PLB afloat The  PLB  is  totally  waterproof  but  is  not  designed  to  operate  when  floating  on  the surface of  the  water.  It  is  buoyant and will not sink  if  dropped into  water,  if possible keep  it  out  of  the  water  when  in  use.  Place  it  high  up  on  your  Personal  Flotation Device (PFD), lifejacket, or chest and clear of any wave wash. Any trapped  water in the Antenna Well should be removed periodically by shaking the PLB.  Aboard a liferaft The principle is to give the PLB as clear a view of the sky as possible whilst keeping it flat.  If  the  raft  is  full,  it  may  be  necessary  to  elevate  the  PLB  or  hold  it  outside  the liferaft canopy. Attach the lanyard to your clothing so in the event of separation from the liferaft the PLB will stay with you.  Aboard ship Operate the PLB on deck; position it to have the clearest possible view of the sky. Lay it flat on the deck with the antenna pointing up towards the sky.  Aviation The PLB is not designed for activation aboard an aircraft although they are often used as an additional carry off safety device. Take care not to place the PLB in the shadow of  the  aircraft.  Lay it  on  a  flat  surface  with the  antenna  pointing  up  towards  the  sky and with the maximum amount of sky possible in view.  Vehicles Because  of  the  shielding  effect,  the  PLB  probably  will  not  operate  effectively  when inside a vehicle. It is best placed outside on the roof, hood or trunk.
 11 Try to move the PLB into a clearing and out of thick tree cover  On the move If on the move, take care to keep the PLB flat with the antenna pointing skyward.  Using the PLB on land  The PLB should be placed to have the clearest possible view of the sky. Make sure the PLB does not become covered by drifting material (e.g. snow, sand). Keep it flat with the antenna pointing upwards. Do not stand over the PLB.                 OK  NO
 12  It is ESSENTIAL that you register your PLB Registration  helps  reduce  the  number  of  false  alarms  and  hoax  calls,  aiding  the efficiency of the Rescue Services. It is important to update your registration details if your address or 24 hour contact details change.    On  receipt  of  a  PLB  alert,  the  SAR  organization  will  firstly  try  to  check  that  the registered  owner  of  the  PLB  has  not  accidentally  activated  the  beacon.  To  do  this, they will try to confirm the approximate location by calling the 24 hour contact number filed at the time the PLB was registered. You should always ensure that your 24 hour contact  details  are  up  to  date  as  this  will  aid  the  SAR  organizations  as  to  your possible  location.  For  the  same  reason,  if  you  ever  lend  your  PLB  to  anybody  you should always be aware of their intended route or destination.   Carrying your PLB The standard belt bag provides a convenient way to carrying the PLB hands-free. Fit the bag to your belt. Invert the PLB and place in the bag with the lanyard uppermost. To prevent loss of the PLB, attach the lanyard securely to your clothing or belt.
 13 Satellite Distress Beacons explained Satellite  Distress  Beacons  such  as  Personal  Locator  Beacons  (PLBs)  are  used  to alert  search  and  rescue  services  in  the  event  of  an  emergency.  They  do  this  by transmitting a coded message on the international 406 MHz distress frequency which is relayed via satellites and earth stations to the nearest rescue co-ordination centre.    * System graphics courtesy of COSPAS SARSAT.  Cospas Sarsat explained  The Cospas-Sarsat satellite system has global coverage that provides a typical time to  alert  notification  of  between  approximately  3  and  45  minutes.  The  geographical location of a GPS PLB (with inbuilt GPS receiver) can normally be resolved within 5 minutes and 45 minutes for a non-GPS PLB. The time to alert is dependant on which satellites are in view in the sky at the time of PLB activation. Non-GPS PLBs rely on passing orbiting satellites to determine an approximate position, this can take longer and the resolved position is less accurate than can be achieved compared to a GPS PLB.  Why GPS PLBs? GPS  PLBs  have  been  designed  to  enhance  further  the  lifesaving  capabilities  of conventional distress beacons. When a GPS PLB is activated in an emergency, GPS positional information is automatically transmitted as part of the distress message.  The Global Positioning System (GPS) has an array of orbiting satellites and provides the PLB  with positional information and with new positional  updates  occurring  every
 14 20 minutes. The inclusion of GPS based positional information can greatly reduce the time it takes for the SAR authorities to arrive on scene. When speed of response and accuracy  of  location  are  important  considerations,  then  GPS  PLBs  offer  the  best  in performance.  The location of a GPS PLB can be determine to a typical positional accuracy of about +/- 62 metres (0.03 miles) within a few minutes of PLB activation and a non-GPS PLB within about +/- 5km (3 miles) and typically within 45 minutes.  PLBs  also  have  a  secondary  homing  transmitter.  This  transmits  on  the  121.5  MHz internationally recognised aviation guard channel. When the rescue services get close they can "home in" on this signal using direction finding techniques.   More than 22,000 lives have been saved by distress signals routed via the COSPAS-SARSAT* system since it was installed in 1996.  * For a full explanation, visit the Cospas-Sarsat web site: http://www.cospas-sarsat.org  How does your PLB work? The  PLB  has  two  radio  transmitters  which  start  transmitting  when  you  activate  the PLB. One transmitter operates at 406 MHz  which transmits alerts via satellites. The other operates at 121.5 MHz which transmits a signal which can be received by over-flying aircraft and Search and Rescue homing receivers.   Ground  stations  track  the  satellites  and  process  the  distress  signals  to  obtain  a location  of  the  distress.  The  processed  information  is  then  forwarded  to  a  Mission Control Centre where it is combined with PLB registration information and passed to a Rescue  Coordination  Centre  which  alerts  the  appropriate  Search  and  Rescue authorities. Successive satellite passes refine and confirm the original information.  PLBs  with  inbuilt  GPS  receivers  determine  their  own  geographical  position  and transmit  it  as  part  of  the  distress  alert  signal.  Locations  where  the  sky  area  is obscured significantly, such as under a tree canopy or in a steep-sided canyon, may result  in  delays  in  GPS  position  fixing.  In  extreme  circumstance,  the  PLB  may  fail
 15 Typical decal being fitted completely to get a valid GPS position. If this happens, the GPS PLB “fails safe” and does not transmit an inaccurate position but instead sends information to indicate that no  position  is  available.  Location  of  the  PLB  without  GPS  position  information  is dependent on the orbiting satellite system just like with a non-GPS PLB.   PLBs have  a  secondary  121.5 MHz homing transmitter.  This  transmits  on the 121.5 MHz  internationally  recognised  aviation  guard  channel.  If  an  aircraft  hears  an activated beacon, it will often make a report to  the aviation authority  which will pass this  information  to  the  Rescue  Coordination  Centre.    When  the  rescue  services  get close they can "home in" on the 121.5 MHz signal using direction finding techniques.  Registration and Licensing  Each PLB has a unique digital identity; this is the 15 digit hexadecimal number printed on  the  programming  information  label  located  on  the  back  of  the  PLB  (visible  only when  the  battery  pack  is  removed).  It  is  also  pre-printed  on  the  registration  form included  with  each  new  PLB  and  a  copy  of  the  programming  information  label  is usually placed on the first page of this product user manual.   The  PLB  must  be  registered  with  a  relevant  national  authority.  A  part  completed registration  form  is  normally  packed  in  with  the  PLB,  where  required  this  should  be completed and sent to the relevant national administration at the address detailed on the registration form. If your form does not  have a registration address, contact your supplier for further advice.  Annex 1. Contains further important information regarding registration of the PLB.  Registration decal It is usual to receive confirmation after you have correctly registered the PLB. Some administrations (USA,  UK)  will send  you a registration decal  (sticker)  which must  be attached to the PLB, as shown below.   Registration decal
 16 WARNING: Do not attempt to fit the decal in any other position, as this could interfere with the battery seal or with the operation of the PLB.  Radio transmitter Licence requirements The  PLB  is  a  radio  transmitter;  some  administrations  require  that  the  user  holds  a valid radio licence to  cover  its  ownership and  use.  Radio  Licensing  regulations  vary from nation to nation.  Your supplier should be able to offer advice regarding any local licensing  requirements  in  your  country  of  residence,  or  you  should  contact  your national communications licensing authority directly.  Note for U.S. PLB owners, A Radio Licence is not required to own or operate a PLB within the confines of the USA.
 17 Service and Maintenance Before use Check the PLB monthly, check the battery expiry date  has  not  expired,  run  self-test and examine for any signs of damage to the outer case. After use (not activated) Clean the outer case with fresh water, wipe dry and examine for any damage. Store in a cool dry place until next needed. Self-test the PLB monthly.   CAUTION: Avoid using chemical solvents to clean the PLB as some solvents can damage the case material.  After activation  The antenna must be re-wound (see below)    WARNING: The battery will be partly or fully run down and must be replaced.   Inadvertent antenna deployment If the red anti-tamper seal is defeated, then the antenna will automatically deploy. Re-winding of the  antenna  and  fitting of a  new  anti-tamper  seal can only  be  done  by  a Kannad authorized service station. For safe transportation, wrap the antenna around the body of the PLB and fix in place with adhesive tape. Do not close or fold the flip-up lid over the top of the deployed antenna as this may damage the antenna. NOTE: Antenna re-winding will incur a service charge.   CAUTION: Never attempt to re coil the antenna      Service Battery packs, flip cover and lanyard are user replaceable. The main body of the PLB has no user-serviceable parts. A list of Kannad dealers and Service Agents is located on the Kannad web site, www.kannad.com.  Spare Parts Battery pack kit yellow, Class 2, -20 °C  1202401A XS-ER GPS replacement flip cover    1202402A Method of taping antenna
 18 Deactivation The PLB may be completely deactivated by removing the battery pack. Important: When the battery pack is removed the PLB is no longer fully environmentally sealed and should not be subjected to water.   Battery Pack The battery pack is easily user replaceable.     Battery packs provide a minimum of 48 hours continuous operation at a minimum temperature of -20 °C (-4 °F) and maximum of +55 °C (+131 °F).  The battery may safely be stored in temperatures up to +70 °C (+158 °F).   CAUTION: This product should only ever be fitted with a -20 °C Class 2 Battery Pack Kit, Kannad Part No. 1202401A.    CAUTION: Never attempt to recharge the Battery Pack     Once the battery expiry date has been reached it must be replaced. Only fit an original Kannad branded -20 °C Class 2 Battery Pack kit.
 19 How to assemble your PLB Fitting the battery Take care when fitting the battery. It forms part of the sealing system of the PLB, so it is important to follow the instructions exactly. Each replacement battery pack has new ‘O’ rings which should be replaced when the battery is changed.   1.  Fit the two ‘O’ rings to the battery connectors, as shown below.   2.  Clip the battery pack into the PLB, then push the battery pack into place. Take care that the ‘O’ rings stay in place.             3.  Fit the battery screw block (lanyard securing tag). It is essential that the screw block is fitted, as it forms part of the PLB sealing system.                4.  Fit the screw to retain the battery pack and tighten until resistance is felt, then turn the screw one 360° additional turn (torque setting 25 cNm).   5.  Perform a self-test, (see page 11). If the PLB does not pass the self-test, repeat it once. If the PLB still does not pass the self-test, contact Kannad or your dealer for further advice.   Battery screw block must be fitted even if the lanyard is not required.  (lanyard removed for clarity) Battery retaining screw ‘O’ rings fitted to battery connectors
 20 Technical Specifications
 21 XS-ER GPS Specification   General     Approved to  COSPAS-SARSAT T.007 Class 2, TAC-184  For a complete list of approvals; go to www.kannad.com   Complies with relevant clauses   EN 60945 RTCM 76-2002/SC110-STD V1.1    Operating temperature range  -20 °C to +55 °C   Storage temperature range  -30 °C to +70 °C    Operational life, Class 2  48 hours minimum at –20 °C    Battery type, Class 2  11 V lithium iron disulphide Battery expiry  5 year storage life Battery change  User replaceable    Electrical      406.037 MHz transmitter   Frequency  406.037 MHz  +1 kHz Output power  5 W+2 dB Data encoding  Bi-phase L Modulation  Phase modulation; 1.1 rads +0.1 rads Transmission time  520 ms +1% GPS, 440 ms +1% non-GPS Repetition period  50 secs +2.5 secs    121.5 MHz transmitter   Frequency  121.5 MHz +3 kHz Output power  50 mW +3 dB PERP Transmit duty cycle  100% Modulation format  3K20A3X  Modulation frequency sweep  1300 Hz to 350 Hz  Modulation duty cycle  41%+5% Morse code modulation  Letter ‘P’ (programming option) Sweep repetition rate  3 Hz +1 Hz Sweep direction  Programmable UP or DOWN    GPS receiver/engine   Centre frequency  Band L1  1.57542 GHz Received signal sensitivity  -175 dBW minimum Maximum number of satellites tracked 16 Indication of GPS position  Visual
 22 Transmit antenna Type  Flexible vertical tape monopole Characteristics  Vertically polarised, omni-directional    Receive antenna   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      Communications   Time to first transmission  2 minutes Time to alert (typical)  LEOSAR 45 minutes   GEOSAR 5 minutes    Position accuracy      Typical  +/- 62 m radius (typical)      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.
 23 Declaration of Conformity
 24 Product Warranty Subject to the provisions set out below Kannad warrants that this product will be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five years from the date of purchase.  Kannad will not be liable to the buyer under the above warranty:- •  for any defect arising from fair wear and tear, wilful damage, negligence, abnormal working conditions, failure to follow Kannad's instructions (whether oral or in writing) including a failure to install properly and/or to use batteries recommended and/or supplied by Kannad, misuse or alterations or repair of the product by persons other than Kannad or an Approved Service Agent; •  for parts, materials or equipment not manufactured by Kannad in respect of which the buyer shall only be entitled to the benefit of any warranty or guarantee given by the manufacturer to Kannad; •  for the battery storage life which is specifically excluded from this warranty; •  if the total price for the product has not been paid.  THE LIMITED WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Kannad will not be liable for indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages of any kind sustained from any cause. In no event shall Kannad be liable for any breach of warranty or other claim in an amount exceeding the purchase price of the PLB. This warranty does not affect any statutory rights of the consumer.  In order to be valid, claims must be made under the above warranty in writing as soon as practicable after discovery of the defect or failure and within the warranty period referred to above. Proof of purchase will be required. The claim should be sent together with the product in question to the address set out below or to an Approved Service Agent.  Following a valid warranty claim Kannad shall be entitled to repair or replace the product (or part) in question free of charge, or at Kannad's sole discretion to refund to the buyer the price of the product (or a proportional part of the price). Kannad shall not be liable to a buyer who is not a consumer for any other loss or damage (whether indirect, special or consequential loss of profit or otherwise) costs, expenses or other claims for compensation which arise out of or in connection with this product. In the case of a consumer Kannad shall only be liable where other loss or damage is foreseeable.  Nothing shall limit Kannad's liability for death or personal injury caused by its negligence.  This warranty is to be interpreted under English law.  All enquiries relating to this warranty or Approved Service Agents should be sent to:        KANNAD SAS – Z.I. des Cinq Chemins – BP 23 – 56520 GUIDEL - FRANCE Telephone:  Int + 33 (0) 2 97 02 49 49  Fax:   Int + 44 (0) 2 97 65 00 20 Web:        www.kannad.com         Email:   contact@kannad.com
 25 End of Life Statement At the end of the PLBs useful life, it is vital that the battery is removed from the main body of the unit to prevent false alarms. False alarms cause expensive disruption to Search  and  Rescue  services  and  may  endanger  lives  as  a  consequence.  It  is  also necessary that the PLB and its battery pack be disposed of in a manner that does not present a threat of environmental damage.  Battery Removal To remove the battery, turn the PLB over and undo the battery retaining screw using a flat-blade  screwdriver.  Gently  prise  the  battery  from  the  main  unit  (the  lanyard securing lug  can  be  used  for  leverage).   Note  that  this  will also  release  the  ‘O’  ring seals  for  the  battery  terminals,  as  well  as  the  lanyard  securing  lug.  Cover  the terminals of the battery pack with sticky tape to prevent inadvertent short-circuiting.  Disposal The  Waste  Electrical  and  Electronic  Equipment  (WEEE)  Directive  aims  to  minimise any  adverse  impact  of  electronic  equipment  on  the  environment,  both  during  the product  lifetime  and  when  it  becomes  waste.  Within  the  European  Union  this legislation  is  mandated  by  Directive  2002/96/EC,  and  there  is  similar  legislation  in most  other  continents.  The  directive  applies  to  all  electronic  products  such  as  IT, household appliances, portable electronics etc., and imposes requirements to collect, treat, recover and recycle each product at its end of life. Electronic end-user products must also carry a WEEE label (as below) and recovery and recycling information has to be provided to the recycler.            This  PLB  product  contains  traces  of  lithium  in  the  battery  pack.  In  addition  it  may contain  lead  and  brominated  flame  retardants  (BFRs),  both  in  the  housing  material and circuit boards.  In keeping with the directive, Kannad strongly recommends that this PLB product and its battery  pack be disposed  of  in a  sensible  and considerate manner.  For example, do  not  simply  discard  the  product  in  the  domestic  waste.  Instead  take  it  to  a  civil recycling facility, or contact Kannad for advice.
 26 Annex 1. Registration information PLBs  must  be  registered  with  a  relevant  national  authority.  Some  administrations allow for on line registration or require a completed registration application form to be submitted by letter or FAX.  General  information  related  to  PLB  registration  requirements  around  the  World  is published by the Cospas-Sarsat organisation. Some administrations now allow direct registration using the Cospas-Sarsat website online IBIRD registration database. Further information can be found on line here:  www.cospas-sarsat.org  A registration form is normally packed with the PLB, if you are not registering the PLB online the form should be completed and sent to the relevant national administration at the address detailed on the form.   Additional registration information by country  Austria Point of contact: Frequency Office Federal Ministry for Transport Tel: +43 1 33181621 Fax: +43 1 33181649 Email: ernst.cerny@bmvit.gv.at Online registration: n/a  Australia Point of contact: Beacon Registration Section, AusSAR Tel: +61 2 6279 5766 or 1800 406 406 Fax: +61 2 9332 6323 or 1800 406 329 Email: ausbeacon@amsa.gov.au Online registration: www.beacons.amsa.gov.au  Belgium Point of contact: IBPT Tel: +32 2 2268856 Fax: +32 2 2268802 Email: bmr@bipt.be Online registration: n/a  Canada Point of contact: Canadian PLB registry Tel: 1-877-406-7671 Fax: 1-877-406-3298 Email: CBR@sarnet.dnd.ca Online registration: http://beacons.nss.gc.ca  Finland Point of contact: The Finnish Communications Regulatory Authority Tel: +358 9 69661 Fax: +358 9 6966410 Email / www: www.ficora.fi  Online registration: n/a
 27 France Point of contact: FMCC Tel: +33 5 61274636 Fax: +33 5 61274878 Email: fmcc@cnes.fr Online registration: n/a  Greenland (Denmark) Point of contact: Greenland Telecom Administration Tel: +45 35430333  Fax: +45 35431434 Email: n/a Online registration: n/a  India Point of contact: INMCC/ISTRAC/ISRO Tel: +91 80 28371857 Fax: +91 80 28371857 Email: inmcc@istrac.org Online registration: n/a  Ireland  Point of contact: Maritime Radio Affairs Unit Tel: +353 1 6782367 Fax: +353 1 6783109 Email: radiosurveyors@transport.ie Online registration: n/a  Italy Point of contact: ITMCC Tel: +39 080 5341571 Fax: +39 080 5342145 Email: itmcc247@cospas-sarsat-italy.it Online registration: n/a  Netherlands Point of contact: Radio Communications Agency Tel: +31 50 5877555 Fax: +31 50 5877400 Email: agentschaptelecom@at-ez.nl www: www.agentschap-telecom.nl Online registration: n/a  New Zealand Point of contact: Rescue Co-ordination Centre New Zealand Tel: +64 4 577 8033 Fax: +64 4 577 8041 Email: 406registry@maritimenz.govt.nz Online registration: n/a  Norway Point of contact: Post and Telecommunications Authority Tel: +47 2 2824600 Fax: +47 2 2824890 Email: inger-lise.walter@npt.no Online registration: n/a
 28 Portugal Point of contact: Navigation, Transport, Marine inspector Tel: +351 21 3913529 Fax: +351 21 3979794 Email: n/a Online registration: n/a  South Africa Point of contact: SASAR, MRCC Cape Town Tel: +27 21 9383310 Fax: +27 21 9383319 Email: mrcc.ct@samsa.org.za Online registration: n/a  Sweden Point of contact: MRCC Goteborg Tel: +46 31 699080 Fax: +46 31 648010 Email: n/a Online registration: n/a  Switzerland Point of contact: Federal Office of Communications Tel: +41 32 3275511 Fax: +41 32 3275555 Email: n/a Online registration: n/a  UK Point of contact: The EPIRB Registry, The Maritime and Coastguard Agency Tel: 01326 211569 Fax: 01326 319264 Email: epirb@mcga.gov.uk Online registration: www.mcga.gov.uk/c4mca/epirb  USA Point of contact: United States 406 MHz beacon registration database system Tel: 1-888-212-SAVE (7283) Fax: (301) 817-4565 Online registration: www.beaconregistration.noaa.gov  New Zealand Point of contact: Rescue Co-ordination Centre New Zealand Tel: +64 4 577 8033 Fax: +64 4 577 8041 Email: 406registry@maritimenz.govt.nz Online registration: n/a
 29 Annex 2. Quick user card detail                                         www.kannad.com
 32 KANNAD SAS Z.I. des Cinq Chemins – BP 23 56520 GUIDEL FRANCE Phone:   +44 (0)2 97 02 49 49 Fax:  +44 (0)2 97 65 00 20  Email:  contact@kannad.com Website: www.kannad.com   85-902-200 Issue 1

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