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mcmurdo Fastfind Plus User Manual

mcmurdo Fastfind Plus
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Fastfind & Fastfind Plus
Personal Locator Beacon
Owner’s manual

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mcmurdo Fastfind Plus Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypePersonal Locator Beacon (PLB)
Frequency406 MHz
GPSYes
GPS AccuracyWithin 100 meters
WaterproofYes
ActivationManual
BuoyancyYes
Operating Temperature-20°C to +55°C

Summary

General Safety Warnings

Recommendations and Safety Notices

Registration and Licensing

Emergency Contact Information

Vital for validating alerts and coordinating rescue efforts. Includes contact details.

Quick Checklist

Introduction to the PLB

Preparation for Use

Steps to prepare the PLB for use, including checking contents and the belt bag.

PLB Operation Overview

Performing a Self-Test

Procedure for conducting a self-test to ensure the PLB is functioning correctly.

Emergency Operation

Switching Off the PLB

Optimal PLB Placement for Emergencies

How the PLB Works

PLB Registration Requirements

COSPAS-SARSAT Satellite System

System Overview Diagram

Diagram illustrating the distress signal path through satellites and ground stations.

PLB Indicator Status

Fastfind (Non-GPS) Indicators

Indicator lights and buzzer status for self-test and operation on the non-GPS model.

Diagnostic Indicator Meanings

Interpreting indicator lights and buzzer for troubleshooting PLB issues.

Fastfind Plus (GPS) Indicators

Indicator lights and buzzer status for self-test and operation on the GPS model.

Product Specifications

General Specifications

Approvals, operating/storage temperatures, operational life, battery types, and expiry.

Electrical Specifications

Details of the 406MHz and 121.5MHz transmitters, including frequency, power, and modulation.

GPS Receiver and Antenna Specifications

GPS engine, transmit/receive antenna types, and characteristics.

External Interfaces and Physical Characteristics

Programming interfaces, activation methods, physical dimensions, weight, buoyancy, and sealing.

Communication Performance

Time to first transmission, time to alert, and position accuracy for different systems.

Product Warranty Information

User Notes Section

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