Description
MARITIME RULES CHANGED EFFECTIVE 1 JAN 2019
Introducing the all-new MT603G water-activated, GPS-equipped Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) from GME. The MT603G is the most advanced MEOSAR-ready 406MHz digital EPIRB on the market today.
Designed, engineered and manufactured in Australia, the MT603G has obtained international Cospas-Sarsat approval. Boasting the latest advances in emergency beacon technology, the MT603G ensures the safety of your vessel and crew in emergency situations, regardless of your location.
The MT603G is able to be activated both manually, and automatically, when the unit is removed from the mounting bracket and deployed in water by the user.
The MT603G features an integrated 66 channel GPS receiver, delivering greater position accuracy and faster location fix than previous models. Boasting zero warm-up digital technology, the MT603G acquires and transmits accurate latitude/ longitude and personal identification information to rescue authorities as soon as possible. In combination with a high-intensity, solid state strobe light and auxiliary 121.5MHz VHF homing transmitter, the MT603G is the ultimate in emergency beacon technology.
Product Specifications
MODES OF OPERATION
Activated
UHF (406) and VHF (homer) complete with high intensity strobe and audible activation alert.
Self Test
Comprehensive internal diagnostics with visual and audible operator feedback. UHF test message (inverted synchronization compatible with portable beacon testers).
OPERATION
Activation
Manually by operator and automatic when deployed in water
Duration
48 hours minimum.
Transmission
121.5 and 406 MHz distress signals commence 60 seconds after activation
Delay
None required (due to digital frequency generation)
VHF
121.5 MHz; 50 mW ± 3 dB; swept tone AM
UHF
406.037 MHz; 5 W ± 2 dB PSK (digital)
Light
20 flashes/minute at > 0.75 cd effective intensity
CERTIFICATION AND APPROVALS
COPAS-SARSAT
Certified to C/S T.001 (Class 2, Category II) requirements.
Repetition Period
50 s mean
Transport
Class 9 dangerous goods
BATTERY
Replacement Period
Prior to expiry date marked on case.
Replacement Method
Service centre or factory only (non-user replaceable)
Chemistry
LiSO2 (2.4g Lithium per cell)
Configuration
2 ‘D’ type cells
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATION
Weight
555g (plus 98g for bracket)
Compass Safe Distance
0.7m (inc. mounting bracket) from magnetic navigational device when inactive
Dimensions
102 (W) x 260 (H) x 83 (D) mm max. when stowed in bracket
Materials
UV stabilized plastic chassis
Antenna
Flexible self straightening stainless steel design
GPS RECEIVER
Type
Internal 66 channel high performance receiver
Antenna
Quadrifilar helix antenna
