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1. 32234 fstfnd manual 120x120 19 1 09 11 31 Page 1 DISCLAIMER McMurdo is a brand name operated by Signature Industries Limited The information and illustrations contained in this publication are to the best of our knowledge correct at the time of going to print We reserve the right to change specifications equipment installation and maintenance instructions without notice as part of our policy of continuous product development and improvement No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form electronic or otherwise without permission in writing from McMurdo Signature Industries Limited No liability can be accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in the publication although every care has been taken to make it as complete and accurate as possible DISCLAIMER McMurdo is a brand name operated by Signature Industries Limited The information and illustrations contained in this publication are to the best of our knowledge correct at the time of going to print We reserve the right to change specifications equipment installation and maintenance instructions without notice as part of our policy of continuous product development and improvement No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form electronic or otherwise without permission in writing from McMurdo Signature Industries Limited No liability can be accepted for any inaccuraci2. PLB 210 only Flashes each second when GPS is searching 3 rapid flashes means GPS location sent Antenna Unwraps and stands vertical once cover is off GPS antenna zone PLB 210 only Do not obstruct Needs a clear view of the sky for best operation ON button Press once to activate PLB When the PLB is on push the ON button again to make the indicator light flash a SOS signal pattern TEST OFF button Push and hold to start the self test feature flash of white light indicates that the self test is successful Once PLB active Hold TEST to turn PLB off Eyelet for lanyard 32234 fstfnd manual 120x120 ACTIVATING THE FASTFIND PLB 1971709 11 31 Page Only ever activate in situations of grave or imminent danger 1 Flip up the red pull handle Pull the antenna cover off IMPORTANT The antenna cover is an anti tamper seal once broken it can not be refitted 2 Hold the end of the antenna Unwrap the antenna until it stands vertical CAUTION Spring action antenna deployment tilt the PLB away from your face before deploying the antenna 3 Press the ON button Transmission of the first emergency alert message takes place 50 seconds after initial activation in the event of an accidental or false activation this delay allows time for the user to turn off the Fastfind before the first alert is transmitted GPS 20 DO NOT OBSTRL GET FOUND WITH FAST FIND A DEPLOYING THE PLB e Alway
3. satellites tracked Receive Antenna Ceramic Patch GPS Self test Position acquisition test 10 operations allowed PART NUMBER 91 001 200A Fast Find 200 PLB retail pack 91 001 210A Fast Find 210 PLB with GPS retail pack FAST FIND 200 210 models do not float and are not recommended for use on or in water unless provided with an auxiliary flotation device A Fast Find PLB is not an ELT or an EPIRB and does not meet the regulatory requirements for an ELT or an EPIRB
4. unique emergency message identifier via the Cospas Sarsat satellite system which can determine your location anywhere on the earth s surface In most cases the emergency alert is first received within 5 minutes of activation but depending on satellite coverage at the time this can sometimes extend to 45 minutes When the emergency alert message is received at a Rescue Co ordination Centre RCC it is cross reference using the unique identifier often called Hex ID against your registration details Detail of the alert is forwarded to the appropriate local Search And Rescue SAR teams Keeping your registration details up to date is critical to ensuring a quick SAR response Fastfind has a secondary homing transmitter which allows SAR teams to direction find or home on it once they arrive on scene Fastfind has a storage life of 5 years and once activated will continue to transmit emergency alerts for a minimum of 24 hours For further information visit Cospas Sarsat on line at www cospas sarsat org and www memurdo co uk The frequently asked questions section is a good place to start 32234 fstfnd manual 120x120 GPS VERSION Fastfind 210 has a built in Global Positioning System GPS receiver to potentially reduce the time for SAR teams to arrive on scene If the sky view Is obscured by tree canopy or a steep sided canyon the GPS may take longer or possibly fail to obtain a position fix In this case
5. INERATE McMurdo strongly recommends that this PLB product is disposed of in a sensible and considerate manner For example do not simply discard the product in the domestic waste Instead take it to a civil recycling facility or contact McMurdo for advice FASTFIND 200 210 STANDARDS COSPAS SARSAT APPLIED T 001 T 007 class2 RTCM SC110 STD 11010 2 ETSI EN 302 152 1 AS NZS 4280 2 NSS PLB06 ENVIRONMENTAL Exterior Finish Highly visible yellow Sealing Temporary immersion to 10m 30 ft for 5 mins IP 58 IPX7 Operating Class 2 20 C to 55 C temperature 4 F to 131 F Altitude MIL STD 810E 10 000 feet BATTERY Battery Type 9V Lithium Metal Battery storage 5 years Battery By service centre replacement Battery use OPERATION Activation Self test SOS flash light TRANSPORTATION Air cargo Logged by microcontroller Three stage manual activation Tests transmitters battery and light Morse code SOS pattern 30 operations allowed UN 3091 not restricted IATA SP 188 PI 970 ELECTRICAL 406 037 MHz 1KHz 5W 2dB transmitter 121 5 MHz 3KHz 50mW 3dB PERP transmitter Homer sweep UP or DOWN direction Transmit Antenna Deployable flexible vertical blade Programming Optical Infra red link interface PHYSICAL Fast Find 200 201 Category 2 will not float Size D x W x L ee i n M XIED XA Weight 150g 5 3 07 GPS Fast Find 210 only Maximum number 16 of
6. ber of times in quick succession depending on the past battery usage Immediately after the indicator light stops flashing hold down the TEST button for 30 seconds to start the GPS test routine Throughout the period of the GPS testing the indicator lamp will flash slowly for up to 5 minutes A successful GPS position acquisition test will result in the indicator light flashing a number of times in quick succession Pe We we GPS self test pass 10 4 GPS tests remaining zk GPS self test pass 3 1 GPS tests remaining zk GPS self test pass No GPS tests remaining Important To preserve battery life GPS testing is restricted to a maximum of 10 tests throughout the 5 year battery life Once used up further GPS tests are prohibited CHOOSING THE BEST LOCATION The FAST FIND works best under an unobstructed view of the sky This ensures the emergency alert message reaches the satellite system and gives the GPS receiver Fastfind 210 the best signals to work with If it s not possible to pick a location with an unobstructed view of the sky then try to maximize the amount of sky available Tree canopy degrades performance Find a clearing with as much sky view as possible Ravines canyons caves and overhangs should be avoided if at all possible Stay put Rescue teams expect you to remain stationary Trying to walk for help is generally not advised and will probably slow down the rescue effort On foot I
7. cted before arrival of the rescue services e Switch off the PLB and notify the appropriate rescue services or authorities at the earliest possible time e Contact the rescue services coastguard or police by radio or telephone to advise them of the false alert In the U S call 1 800 851 3051 In the UK call MRCC Falmouth 44 1326 317575 32234 fstfnd manual 120x120 TRANSPORTATION Passenger Aircraft These products contain small lithium metal batteries They can normally be carried on board passenger aircraft as a personal item in carry on baggage McMurdo always recommends declaring the PLB to airline staff at check in in the same way you would for a laptop PC or video camera As air cargo These products contain small lithium metal batteries Due to the overall low level of lithium content they are not restricted as air cargo under IATA SP 188 PI 970 always check with the carrier concerned for any additional restrictions that could apply END OF LIFE STATEMENT At the end of the products useful life it is vital that the battery is removed from the main body of the PLB to prevent false alerts False alerts cause expensive disruption to Search and Rescue services and may endanger lives as a consequence Safe disposal Contains traces of lithium may contain lead and brominated flame retardants BFRs both in the housing material and circuit boards 1971709 11 31 Page 13 DO NOT INC
8. distress alert may be transmitted without GPS location information RADIO LICENSE U S users are not required to hold a radio license for a PLB Other national administrations may require the PLB user to be licensed for further advice check with your dealer or contact your national communications licensing authority Peo OF Eci Eve DATE mar 19 1 09 11 31 Page 5 USER REGISTRATION The PLB s unique identifier must be registered with the national authority indicated in the white area on the rear of the PLB Complete the user registration form and return it to the address indicated on the form Some national authorities allow online registration a good starting place is the online emergency beacon registration database called IBRD at www 406registration com IBRID will not accept all registrations and were appropriate you will be re directed to your national authority Some countries including USA and UK will send the registered user a DECAL label which you are obliged to fit to the rear of the PLB as proof of registration Country name amp Hex ID Battery expiry date Fit proof of registration DECAL label here OVERVIEW Red pull handle Pull to expose antenna Only pull in an emergency Pulling breaks the plastic anti tamper seal that can not be reset by the user White indicator Light Flashes every 3 seconds once PLB active Long flash every 50 seconds means satellite transmission OK For
9. es or omissions in the publication although every care has been taken to make it as complete and accurate as possible DISCLAIMER McMurdo is a brand name operated by Signature Industries Limited The information and illustrations contained in this publication are to the best of our knowledge correct at the time of going to print We reserve the right to change specifications equipment installation and maintenance instructions without notice as part of our policy of continuous product development and improvement No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form electronic or otherwise without permission in writing from McMurdo Signature Industries Limited No liability can be accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in the publication although every care has been taken to make it as complete and accurate as possible 91 210 Iss 1 32234 fstfnd manual 120x120 Your PLBs unique identification information 1971703 1131 Page 3 Stick copy Programming label here GET FOUND WITH Thank you for purchasing the Fastfind Personal Location Beacon PLB When carrying a Fastfind you enjoy the reassurance of a last resort safeguard against any life threatening incidents that may occur anywhere in the world If you find yourself in a remote area without any other form of emergency communication on land or at sea your Fastfind can call for help Fastfind will transmit a
10. f you must walk for help ensure the Fastfind antenna remains vertical Aircraft A PLB is often used as an additional carry off safety device The PLB should NOT be activated aboard an aircraft The signal will be blocked by metalwork and the PLB may be damaged by any impact Activate the PLB after landing away from the aircraft as it may cause shadowing Vehicles The PLB will not work well inside a vehicle due to metalwork shadowing Exit the vehicle activate the PLB and place it on the roof the hood or just on the ground away from the vehicle Land Find the best sky view then place the PLB on flat ground Keep the antenna pointing towards the sky and ensure wind doesn t knock the PLB over Do NOT allow the antenna to sit in a puddle of water Aboard ship Place the PLB flat on the deck choosing a position with the best sky view Liferaft Try to keep the PLB flat and try to elevate the PLB to avoid bodies blocking the signal Consider holding the PLB outside the canopy But first attach a lanyard between the PLB and your clothing to avoid loss of the PLB Lifejacket Attach a lanyard cord between the PLB and clothing to avoid loss of the PLB Hold the PLB flat on top of the life vest and try to keep it above any wave wash Keep the antenna vertical Avoid holding the antenna or blocking the GPS zone with your hand False alerts If the PLB has been accidentally activated or if rescue have been effe
11. g on past battery usage Pte k fresh battery self test pass FAIR 32 NO FLASH The PLB will switch off automatically when the self test has completed minimum usage self test pass oO medium usage self test pass self test fail PLB requires service Important Each self test draws small amounts of energy from the battery pack Unnecessary testing of the PLB may subsequently reduce the run time of the PLB in an emergency On average the PLB should only be self tested 12 times per year or a total of 60 times across the 5 year battery lifetime 32234 fstfnd manual 120x120 1971709 11 31 Page 11 GPS POSITION ACQUISITION TEST When testing the GPS take the PLB outside into an open space with a clear view of the surrounding sky Self testing of the in built GPS is restricted to a maximum of 10 tests throughout the 5 year storage life of the battery Once all the tests have been used up attempting further tests will cause the indicator light to flash 4 times in quick secession and the PLB to power off The GPS self test feature can only be accessed after first completing a standard PLB self test routine Push and hold the TEST button for a minimum of 2 seconds the indicator light will flash once to indicate the start of the self test sequence Release the TEST button After a few seconds the standard self test routine will complete and should result in the indicator light flashing a num
12. s orient the PLB so that it is horizontal with the antenna standing vertical e If it s windy rotate the PLB so that the indicator faces into the wind Do NOTallow the PLB to tip over DORNON i the antenna NO Do NOT allow Ti the antenna CNI Do NOT to sit ina cover the GPS puddle of water antenna zone Use around water The Fastfind will NOT float but is waterproof to 10 meters submersion for short periods To avoid loss if dropped into water fit a retaining lanyard through the eye hole in the base of the PLB and fasten it securely to your clothing or personal floatation device The PLB is not a substitute for an EPIRB that may be required under maritime regulation Note In some countries the Fastfind PLB maybe sold with an auxiliary flotation device but is not designed to float in an upright position or transmit a distress alert when floating in water a 32234 fstfnd manual 120x120 1971709 11 31 Page 9 P B a 7 z i INDICATOR LIGHT The indicator light will start flashing immediately the Fastfind is activated FASTFIND 200 Light indication Jk PLB ACTIVE 1 flash every 3 seconds we SATELLITE TRANSMISSION OK Large flash once every 50 seconds FASTFIND 210 WITH GPS Light indication JE WR Ik GPS SEARCHING 2 flashes every 1 second Iie MH SATELLITE TRANSMISSION SENT WITH GPS LOCATION OK Sequence repeats every 50 seconds WR PLB ACTIVE GPS LOCATION OKAY 1 flash every 3
13. seconds FLASH SOS FEATURE When the PLB Is active pressing the ON button will cause the indicator light to flash a Morse code SOS pattern This can be used to attract attention after nightfall The SOS pattern is repeated four times on each press Seis To conserve battery life a maximum of 30 presses are allowed after which this feature is disabled DE ACTIVATION AFTER USE To turn off the FAST FIND press and hold the TEST button for several seconds until the indicator light stops flashing We recommend the antenna is re wound under the plastic peg If possible the yellow antenna cover should be pushed back in place and temporarily taped over to avoid accidentally pressing of the ON button Important As soon as practically possible the PLB should be returned to a service agent who will fit a new antenna cover and check the battery condition If the PLB was active for more than a few hours we recommend fitting a fresh battery to ensure the full 24 hour operational life is still available SELF TEST Self test verifies operation of the PLB by checking all key features including battery and alert transmitters TEST button Push and hold the SELF TEST button for a minimum of 2 seconds the indicator light will flash once to indicate the start of the self test sequence After a few seconds a good self test will result in the indicator light flashing a number of times in quick succession dependin
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