Ocean Signal rescueME Series User Manual

EPIRB1 USER MANUAL
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5.6 Approvals
5.6.1 Marine Equipment Directive
The EPIRB1 is approved under the EU Marine Equipment Directive 96/98/EC as amended
by Directive 2012/32/EU under Annex A,1/5.6 for carry off purposes only.
5.6.2 Industry Canada Approval
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
5.7 Registration
To register your beacon, contact your national registration authority via post, email or
online. P
rovide your 15 digit HEX ID (UIN), 5 digit checksum if required, your contact
details and emergency contact information. Some countries also require additional
information such as boat type and identification or alternative emergency contacts.
For UK registrations go to:
www.dft.gov.uk/mca/epirb
For USA registrations go to:
www.beaconregistration.noaa.gov/
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Ocean Signal rescueME Series Specifications

General

GPS	Yes
Activation Method	Manual
Type	Personal Locator Beacon (PLB)
Frequency	406 MHz
Operating Temperature	-20°C to +55°C
Certifications	Cospas-Sarsat, FCC, MED
Waterproof	IP68 (15m depth)