Name: GlobalFix V5 beacon (Cat. II)
Brand: ACR

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Increase your chances of rescue with the all-new ACR GlobalFix V5 (Cat. 2) beacon. It's a manually activated EPIRB (Emergency Positioning Radio Beacon) designed to transmit a distress signal for worldwide rescue.

It features a 72-channel multi-constellation receiver (GPS, Galileo, & Glonass GNSS) for ultra-fast positioning, an AIS transmitter, RLS (Return Link Service), strobe lights and connection to a smartphone via NFC.

Price includes programming.

ACR - GLOBALFIX V5 (CAT. II) BEACON - TECHNOLOGY FOR RESCUE

This GlobalFix V5 beacon ACR incorporates a host of cutting-edge features that make rescue operations considerably easier. Durable and reliable, it features a 10-year battery life and over 48 hours of autonomy once activated.

It comes complete with a manual release bracket. With its compact, modern design, this beacon provides a maximum amount of precise, reliable information to emergency services, for the quickest possible rescue.

With the addition of NFC (near field communication), you can use the free ACR Product App on your smartphone to monitor battery status or run tests to make sure the beacon is working perfectly.

The new EPIRB ACR GlobalFix V5 distress beacon will be perfect for all sailors, whether yachtsmen, fishermen or other marine professionals navigating close to the coast or offshore.


	ACR GLOBALFIX V5 BEACON OPERATION In the event of an emergency, the ACR EPIRB GlobalFix V5 distress beacon features various technologies to communicate your position, maximizing your chances of survival: Link to emergency services via Cospas Sarsat 406 MHz distress signal (compatible with MEOSAR) 121.5MHz radiolocation signal for rescue vessels AIS transmitter (161.975/162.025MHz) RLS (Return Link Service) function, confirmation of distress message reception Visual indication with strobe light (white light and infrared) Floating Retractable antenna Quick release from holder and manual release Battery life: over 48 hours at -20°C

RETURN LINK SERVICE (RLS) The ACR GlobalFix V5 (cat.2) beacon also incorporates return link service (RLS) technology. This means that search and rescue services receive confirmation via the Galileo satellite network that the distress message has been received and the position detected. The shipwrecked person is then informed by a flashing blue light on the beacon that his distress signal has been confirmed, taken into account and that help is on its way. This EIPRB ACR GlobalFix V5 distress beacon also provides rescuers with visual assistance by producing a white strobe light, as well as infrared light. This is particularly useful when searching at night or in poor visibility .

	NFC CONNECTIVITY The ACR GlobalFix V5 Cat. II beacon also features NFC functionality, enabling it to connect to a Smartphone. In addition to being able to see that their distress signal has been taken into account by a rescue center, with the EPIRB function they can also access various information from their beacon. Once the ACR Product App (available free of charge on IOS and Android) has been installed, simply hold your phone up to the beacon and the application will open. It provides a wealth of information: Usage data Settings information Battery status (life) It also shows the number of self-tests & GNSS tests carried out and passed: Geolocation of tests on a map Date and time of tests Time taken for the beacon to obtain a GNSS position Number of satellites used by the beacon Location accuracy Warning: only works with an NFC (Near Field Communication) compatible smartphone

CAT. II The ACR GlobalFix V5 beacon comes with a category 2 manual release mounting bracket. This bracket will enable you to install the GlobalFix V5 safely and allow quick and easy release of the beacon in the event of an emergency. The ACR GlobalFix V5 (Cat. II) beacon is triggered manually by means of a button protected by a cover to prevent false handling and therefore false distress calls. The ACR GlobalFix V5 Cat. I.

PRESENTATION OF THE ACR GLOBALFIX V5 BEACON (CAT. II)

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF THE BEACON ACR GLOBALFIX V5 CAT. II

Deployment	Category II - Manual release
Autonomy	48 hours minimum (at -20 C°)
GPS	72-channel multi-constellation receiver (GPS, Galileo, & Glonass GNSS)
Stroboscopic light	White and infrared
Dimensions in mm (beacon only, antenna deployed)	470 x 109 x 111 mm
Weight (beacon only)	810g
Water resistance	10m for 5 min
Storage temperature range	-30°C to +70°C (-22°F to +158°F)
Operating temperature range	-20°C to +55°C (-4°F to +131°F)
Output power (406/121.5)	406.040 MHz, 5W (nominal) / 121.5 MHz, 50mW (nominal)
AIS (Automatic Identification System Alert)	✔️
RLS (Return link service confirmation)	✔️
NFC (Near Field Communication)	✔️
Approvals	Cospas-Sarsat, MED, Module B, FCC
Approvals (pending)	Canada, AMSA, New Zealand (full list on ACR)
Battery	Lithium battery, Li/FeS2
Battery replacement	To be replaced 10 years after date of manufacture or after activation
Warranty	5 years

MAIN FEATURES :

72-channel GPS
Small and lightweight
Worldwide coverage
Manual release
Over 48h battery life
Strobe and infrared light
Category 2 with AIS & EPIRB & NFC (Cat. 2 Class 2)

BOX CONTENTS :

1 - GlobalFix V5 beacon ACR (Cat. II)
1 - Mounting bracket
1 - Screw kit
1 - PDF documentation

Please note:

Beacon MMSI programming is carried out by the manufacturer. Once you've placed your order, simply e-mail us your MMSI license and we'll take care of the rest. Send your license to the following address: expedition@comptoirnautique.com

If you don't have an MMSI license or don't know what it stands for, click on this link for more information: MMSI ANFR license

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