| 406 MHz EPIRBs |
GLOBALFIX™ 406

406 MHz EPIRB with Integral GPS Category II
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- 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) |
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Item # ACR 2744
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GLOBALFIX™ 406
406 MHz EPIRB with Integral GPS Category I

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- FastACQTM GPS engine acquires LAT/LON from a cold start better than normal GPS engines
- 100 m (110 yds) GPS position accuracy, optimum allowed by COSPAS-SARSAT
- Floats upright with high visibility built-in strobe
- Transmits on 406 MHz (COSPAS-SARSAT) with your registered, digitally-coded distress signal, and 121.5 MHz (SAR homing frequency)
- Automatically activated when out of bracket and in the water or manually activated
- Only EPIRB available that provides a GPS acquisition test, a full functional self test of internal circuitry, and battery voltage test
- High-impact polycarbonate case with non-tangling lanyard
- Audio/visual indicators of active transmission
- Class 1 battery for colder temperature operation; minimum 48 hrs @ -40oC (-40oF), 5 year replacement
- Fully enclosed, high density, UV stabilized polyethylene bracket with hydrostatic release withstands extremely abusive environments
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Size: 17.5 x 4.75 x 3.5 in (44.4 x 12.1 x 8.9 cm)
Weight: 2.3 lbs (1.04 kg)
| Material: |
High impact polycarbonate blend case/polyethylene bracket |
| Color: |
Hi-Viz Yellow/White bracket |
| Deployment: |
Automatic, hydrostatic release |
| Operation: |
Automatically deploys when water depth is approximately 13 ft (4 m) and begins transmitting |
| Waterproof: |
33 ft (10 m) |
| Accessories: |
9367 Hydrostatic Release kit, 1096 Battery Replacement Kit |
| Certification: |
Approved by COSPAS-SARSAT, FCC, USCG, Complies with GMDSS, European MED |
| U.S. Patent Number |
U.S. Pat. No. 6,501,340 |
| Limited Warranty: |
5 years |
| Frequency: |
406.028 MHz, 121.5 MHz |
| Battery Type: |
Lithium - 5-year replacement life (11-year storage life) |
| Modulation: |
AM |
| Radiated Power: |
5 watts +2dB (406 MHz) 50 mW +3dB (121.5) |
| U.S. Patent No. |
6,501,340
Patented proprietary electronics package provides greater frequency stability for most accurate position through the LEOSAR satellites FastACQ™ GPS is on for up to 25 minutes in the first 45 minutes of operation |
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