Ocean Signal rescureME MOB1 User Manual - page 10
MOB1 USER MANUAL
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Part No 912S-01365
5.
OPERATION
WARNING: Use only in situations of grave and imminent danger.
Misuse may result in a severe penalty.
Ensure that your MOB1 is always fitted with an unused battery that is within the marked
expiry date. Failure to do so may result in reduced operating time when used in a real
emergency. Please observe the recommendations on testing in section
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6.
5.1
Automatic Activation
When correctly packed in a lifejacket the MOB1 will automatically activate when the
lifejacket inflates. Should the lifejacket fail to fully inflate, it may be necessary to assist
the activation slide to fully release.
5.2
Manual Activation
Only activate your MOB1 in situations requiring emergency
assistance. Deliberate misuse of your MOB1 may result in a fine.
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To activate your MOB in an emergency, slide the red arming tab
down. Slide the grey tab to the Left or Right. The strobe light
will start flashing. The MOB will automatically start transmitting
AIS after [20seconds].
Warning: the antenna will be automatically released. Keep
the MOB well away from your eyes when activating.
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To manually activate, press the ON key down. The Indicator LED
will start flashing Green. Release the ON key. The strobe light
will start flashing. AIS transmissions will commence after [20
seconds].
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During activation the Indicator LED will five a short flash during
AIS transmissions and a long flash for a DSC transmission. The
colour of the flash will be Red during position acquisition and
green when the GPS position is being received.
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When operating the MOB1, tether the beacon to your body or the
life - jacket.
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Hold your beacon with the antenna standing vertically. Keep the
area marked ‘GPS Antenna’ free from obstruction, which would
interfere with the GPS reception.
5.3
DSC transmission
Applies to DSC enabled units only