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Kannad Marine EPIRBEmergency Position Indicating Radio
Beacon
Designed to meet IMO SOLAS requirements for
global location and positive identification of
transmitted distress signals the new Kannad
Marine 406 MHz Emergency Position Indicating
Radio Beacon (EPIRB) is an entry level unit
suitable for commercial mariners and recreational
boaters when purchased with automatic float-
free container.
Featuresn COSPAS/SARSAT and MED* approved
n Simple installation and easy to operate
n Simultaneous transmissions on
406.028 MHz and 121.5 MHz
n Once activated, will transmit for a
minimum of 48 hours
n High brightness LED flashing locator lights
n Comprehensive diagnostic and
self-test facilities
n Float-free container for automatic
activation
n Unique CARRYSAFE wall mount bracket
for indoor installationn Non hazardous battery for safe and
easy transportation
n 5 year battery life*MED = European Council Directive 96/98/EC
on marineequipment, as amended
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AMElectronicsGmbHDS3.069.06/2010It complies with the
COSPAS/SARSAT class1 and
class2 requirements T.001, 3rd issue, and fulfill
IMOs guidelines for the avoidance of false alerts
as recommended in Resolution A.810(19) (sepa-
rate test button, water contact switch as well as
manual and automatic activation facilities).
The internationally approved Kannad Marine
EPIRB works on the global COSPAS/SARSATsearch and rescue
satellite system which consists
of satellites in the low-altitude Earth orbit (LEO)
and in the geostationary Earth orbit (GEO) that
transmit the distress signals to the earth stations
(LUTs) where Search and Rescue activities will
be initiated.
The global COSPAS/SARSAT system consists of 3
basic units:
n The EPIRB which transmits on 406.028 MHz a
pulsed digital message as well as a continuous
signal on 121.5 MHz for homing purposes,n The space segment of
GEO and LEO satellites
that are evaluating and transmitting at
realtime the distress signal to the earth
station (LUT) as well as storing the distress
signal for forwarding and
n The earth segment which consists of Local
User Terminal (LUT), which receive the distress
signal from the satellite and calculates the
position of the beacon using the known
satellite location and the Doppler shift data.
This information is transferred to the Mission
Control Centre (MCC) to determine the vessel
in distress based on either the serial number,
the call sign or the Maritime Mobile Safety
Identification number (MMSI) of the EPIRB.
The MCC then passes this relevant ships data
to the Rescue Coordination Centre (RCC) which
coordinates the rescue activities.
The 406 MHz EPIRB was designed especially for
detection by satellites and for location by means
of Doppler effect.
The float-free Kannad Marine EPIRB once
installed, operates fully automatically in its
container. At depths between 1 and 4 m the
simple and reliable hydrostatic release
mechanism opens the container to eject the
EPIRB. Transmission will start immediately after
water contact or may be released manually by
using the protected ON/OFF-switch. It contains
a 121.5 MHz homing transmitter as well as a
high intensity super LED flash light to enable the
location by SAR forces. A lanyard is supplied for
tethering the beacon to liferafts.
This compact and EPIRB is available for
installations outside on decks with its protective
float-free container or, for manual activation with
a wall mount bracket fixed inside the navigation
bridge or in survival crafts.
SAM Electronics GmbH
Products Automation, Navigation and Communication
Behringstrasse 120
22763 Hamburg .Germany
Phone: +49 (0)40 - 88 25 - 28 41
Fax +49 (0)40 - 88 25 - 41 16
[email protected]
www.sam-electronics.de
Technical Data
Kannad Marine EPIRB
406 MHz Beacon
Meets the requirements of the international standards:
COSPAS-SARSAT T.001 class 2,
RTCM SC110-STD Version 2 class 2, IEC 61097-2, EN 60945, FCC
regulations, Part 80.
Temperature range
Operating -20C to +55C (Class 2),
Storage -30C to +70C
SOLAS Float-Free Housing -30C to +65C (Class 2)
EPIRB sealing depth Waterproof up to 10 mEPIRB weight 657 g
Float-Free Housing & EPIRB 2130 g
406 MHz Transmitter
Frequency 406.028 MHz +1 kHz
Output power 5 W +2 dB
Homing transmitter
Frequency 121.5 MHz + 3 kHz
Output power 50 mW + 3 dB PERP
Transmit antenna type Blade vertically polarised,
omni-directional
Indicator Flashing white LED lamp
Light output >0.75 candela over 75% of the horizontal
plane
EPIRB message formats Serialised, MMSI or radio call
sign.Controls Switches for manual activation and Self TEST
Beacon activation Automatically by seawater switch within
5 seconds of immersion. Manually by sealed switch
Battery Classed as non-hazardous for transportation
Temperature range
Operating -20C to +55C,
Storage -30C to +70C
Operational life 48 hours minimum at -20C
Battery replacement interval 5 years
