McMurdo Category 2 SmartFind G8 Manual EPIRB - 23-001-002A

McMurdo's SmartFind G8 is a multi GNSS 406MHz EPIRB that combines the benefits of multiple life saving products in one beacon. Featuring both GPS and Galileo receivers, the SmartFind G8 provides innovation as standard with ruggedized base, easy service battery, MEOSAR compatibility and compliance with the new United States Coast Guard emergency hands free transport mandate.

Features:

• Multi GNSS including Galileo
• Optimized for MEOSAR
• Transmits two signals simultaneously once activated
  • 406 MHz Professional global emergency service
  • 121.5 MHz Homing signal to speed up local recovery
• Rugged construction optimized for commercial environments
• Impact resistant rugged base
• SmartSwitch prevents accidental activation
• Concealed hands free emergency carry strap
• Powerful 360-degree strobe
• Unit comes in a Travel Safe bracket which prevents accidental activation of the water switches
  • Best to mount on bulkheads in clear view near emergency exit
  • Prevents unwanted activations
  • Magnet deactivates sea contacts during transport
• 10 Year battery life
• Sealed electronic and battery unit
• Manual / auto release options

Specifications:

• 406 MHz Transmitter:
  • Frequency: 406.040 MHz ± 1 kHz
  • Power output: 5 W nominal
  • Modulation: Phase (16K0G1D)
• 121.5 MHz Transmitter:
  • Frequency: 121.5 MHz ± 3.5 kHz
  • Power output: 70 mW nominal
  • Modulation: Swept tone AM (3K20A3X)
• GNSS Receiver:
  • Constellations: GPS, GLONASS, Galileo
  • Frequencies: 1575.42 MHz (GPS, Galileo), 1602.00 MHz (GLONASS)
  • Sensitivity: -167 dBm Minimum
  • Satellites tracked: 72 Channel
• Strobe light:
  • Type: 3 High intensity LEDs
  • Light output: 0.75 cd minimum
  • Flash rate: 23 Flashes per minute
• Battery:
  • Type: Lithium iron disulphide
  • Operating life: 48 Hours
  • Shelf life: 10 years typical in service
• Environment:
  • Operating temperature: -20° C to +55° C (-4° F to +131° F)
  • Storage temperature: -30° C to +70° C (-22° F to +158° F)
  • Automatic release depth: 4 m Maximum
• Weight: 710g
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 425 x 105 x 105 mm (incl. antenna)

McMurdo Smartfind G8 EPIRB User Manual (2.66 MB)