Extended GPS test | ACR Electronics RLB-36, Y1-03-0233 specification

11.Extended GPS test

The beacon may be tested for GPS functionality, however, this may only be done once in the five-year lifetime of the battery due to the significant drain on the battery. This test is not necessary at any time in the life of the beacon, but is made available in the event that the beacon owner wishes to verify internal GPS engine viability.

An extended GPS test may be invoked by holding the switch in test position for 10 seconds after Self-Test completes. The display will show the message LONG GPS DATA TEST START while the internal GPS is acquiring coordinates data. Once the data is acquired, the display will post the message GPS TEST √ followed by the LAT/LON coordinates as a confirmation that the data was successfully acquired.

See Appendix E for digital display information.

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ACR Electronics RLB-36, Y1-03-0233 manual Extended GPS test

Y1-03-0233, RLB-36 specifications

The ACR Electronics RLB-36, identified by model number Y1-03-0233, is a remarkable beacon that exemplifies state-of-the-art survival technology designed for maritime, aviation, and outdoor enthusiasts. It represents a commitment to safety and reliability when it matters most.

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Contents

Owner Vessel Radio Call Sign UIN # Page Table of Contents Step ONE Registering Your Beacon Suitland Road Suitland, MD What country should I register in?How do I register? Noaa Sarsat Beacon Registration Do I need a radio license? How your beacon brings help Step TWO HOW the Beacon Works Anatomy of your beacon Activation switch with Witness Tab External GPS interfaceInternal GPS engine Top View Switch Positions Category 2 LowPro3 Bracket Category 1 SeaShelter3 Bracket GPS √ Digital Display Activating your beacon Y1-03-0233 Rev. D Y1-03-0233 Rev. D Turning off the beacon False alarms Y1-03-0233 Rev. D Mounting location Step Three Installing the BeaconPage Category I bracket Category II bracket Installing the optical interface to an external GPS receiver On a routine basis aboard ship, do Routine beacon maintenanceBattery replacement Step Four Maintaining the Beacon Y1-03-0233 Rev. D Servicing the SeaShelter3 and the HydroFix HRU Changing ownership or contact information To remove the expired HRU To install the new HRU Servicing the LowPro3 Self-Testing the beacon Extended GPS test How the external GPS interface works Appendix a Using and Testing the GPS SystemsUsing the external GPS interface Testing the external GPS interface LED indication of GPS fix Internal GPS position system Compatible GPS receivers Appendix B User Interface Special Icons Appendix C User Interface Digital Display During Operation GPS Weak Give Clear View SKY GPS Data XX.XXX’ Keep Epirb Right Leave Epirb Until RES Q Board Test  Appendix D User Interface Digital Display During SELF-TESTBatt Board Test √ Light Test  GPS Test √GPS Test  Light Test √ Batt LOW Self Test FailSee User Book Seek FIX NOW Long GPS Data Test Start GPS TestTest END English French Spanish German Italian Phrases Appendix F- User Interface Language Translations General overview Appendix G the COSPAS-SARSAT System GENERAL/ Environmental Appendix H Technical Specifications Limited Warranty Appendix I WARRANTY, Useful Life POLICY, Notices 0735 EC Declaration of Conformity Representative International Maritime Organization Shore Based Maintenance