GLOBALFIX™ 406 - Catagory II

406 MHz EPIRB with Integral GPS Category II

Internal GPS engine allows faster 406 EPIRB location than standard, non-GPS-enabled models; can update position every 20 minutes

ew GPS engine provides faster aquisition time

EPIRB has Circuitry, Battery Voltage and GPS Acquisition Test features built in, or can be fully tested at a BRC (See Glossary-Full Functional Self-Test)

Patented proprietary electronics package for faster, more stable 406 frequency transmission

Field Programmable at BRC equipped with FPR-100, FPR-10

48 hours operating life at -40°C (-40°F), allowing for monthly self-test for 5 years

Lanyard coil retained with all around cover for non-tangling deployment

Universal usage illustrations; English and French languages

Mounting Bracket included with EPIRB purchase

Transmits on 406 MHz (COSPAS-SARSAT) with your registered, unique, digitally-coded distress signal, and 121.5 MHz (SAR homing frequency)

Built-in strobe for enhanced location in poor visibility conditions

Single, three-position switch for easy test of battery, EPIRB and GPS operation. Steady green LED indicates unit has passed full functional EPIRB test. Flashing red LED indicates unit is "ON"

Can be manually activated; self-buoyant - no external float collar to lose

High impact plastic case designed to withstand exposure to UV rays, oil, sea water and raft packing

5-year limited warranty

5-year replacement life lithium battery

Size (including antenna): 17.5 x 6.25 x 5.5 in. (44.5 x 15.4 x 14.0 cm) Weight: 4.5 lbs. (2.0 kg)

Material: High impact polycarbonate blend case/polyethylene bracket

Color: Hi-Viz Yellow/White bracket

Deployment: Manual Release

Operation: Lift switch up, slide left, push back and down fully, breaking tab; water activated when out of bracket

Waterproof: 33 ft (10 m)

Certification: COSPAS-SARSAT, FCC, USCG, European MED

U.S. Patent Number U.S. Pat. No. 6,501,340

Limited Warranty: 5 years

Battery Type: Lithium - 5-year replacement life

Modulation: AM

Radiated Power: 5 watts +2dB (406 MHz) 50 mW +3dB (121.5)

Operating Life: 48 hours @ -40°C (-40°F)

Item # ACR 2744

Regularly: $2599.99
On Sale: $2078.00