McMurdo Smartfind S10 AIS Beacon At A Glance
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Manually activated personal safety device to aid recovery of persons in difficulty
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Transmits GPS target tracking information over AIS
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Unique serialized ID
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Small and light for unobtrusive carriage
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Waterproof, buoyant and fully submersible to 60 meters
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Flashing LED light
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Minimum 24 hour continuous operation
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5 year battery storage life
Introduction
The McMurdo Smartfind S10 AIS Beacon transmits target survivor information, including structured alert messages, GPS position information and a unique serialised identity number. An in-built GPS receiver provides accurate position information which is frequently updated to assist in quick recovery of persons in difficulty.
McMurdo Smartfind S10 AIS Beacon target information can be viewed using standard ships AIS equipment such as Class A and Class B transponders and a wide selection of receive only AIS units. AIS equipped vessels and land based VTS stations within a typical 4 mile range will also have visibility of the AIS-beacon signal.
Whether displayed on the AIS itself or on a companion plotter or ECDIS screen, the unique alert message will clearly indicate the McMurdo Smartfind S10 AIS Beacon's exact location, distance and bearing.
The McMurdo Smartfind S10 AIS Beacon is waterproof to 60 meters, will transmit continuously for a minimum of 24 hours and has a 5 year battery storage life. It also features a flashing indicator light, giving a localised visual fix and assisting in attracting attention after nightfall.
Simple to activate
The McMurdo Smartfind S10 AIS Beacon is simple to operate, even in a gloved hand, and it is equally simple to switch off when the person in trouble has been successful retrieved from the water. The McMurdo Smartfind S10 AIS Beacon also features a built in test facility, battery use is indicated in order to determine whether future carriage or battery replacement is advised. |
