GME MT403 EPIRB

The GME MT403 EPIRB has a stable transmitted signal for fast response time and a unique digitally coded message provides Search and Rescue authorities with information about the country of beacon registration and identification of the boat in distress.

An auxiliary homing transmitter is also included in the beacon to allow Search and Rescue to home in on the distressed beacon.
 

GME MT403 EPIRB Features

• In built self test with audio / visual alert.
• COSPAS-SARSAT worldwide operation.
• Meets ACOSPAS-SARSAT worldwide operation.
• Meets AS/NZ 4280.1:2003 standards. C/S T.001/007.
• Microprocessor based design, delivers unparalleled performance and value
• Antenna deploys automatically when the unit is removed from the quick-release mounting bracket.
• Zero warm-up Digital Technology.
• Automatically activates on immersion in water (when removed from the bracket) or can be activated manually if desired.
• High intensity solid state strobe.
• 6 Year battery life.
• 6 Year GME Warranty.
• Rugged lightweight easy-to-mount compact design.

 

GME MT403 EPIRB Specifications

 

Activated	UHF (406) and VHF (home) complete with high intensity strobe and audible activation alert
Self test	Comprehensive internal diagnostics with visual and audible operator feedback. UHF test message (inverted synchronisation compatible with portable beacon testers)
Activation	Manually activated by user or automatically activated 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	406.028 or 406.037 MHz, 5 W ± 2 dB, PSK (digital)
Light	20 flashes/minute at > 0.75 cd effective intensity
COPAS-SARSAT	Certified to C/S T.001 (Class 2) requirements
Standards and approvals	IEC 61097; IEC 60945; AS/NZS 4280.1; ETSI EN 300 066
Repetition period	50 s mean, digitally generated randomization
Replacement period	Prior to expiry date marked on case.
Replacement method	Service centre, or factory only (non-user replaceable).
Chemistry	LiMnO2 (0.49 g Lithium per cell)
Configuration	5 parallel packs each of 2 series cells
Operating	20˚C to +55˚C
Storage	-30˚C to +70˚C
Weight	555 g (plus 98 g for bracket)
Compass safe distance	0.7 m (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 stabilised plastic chassis
Antenna	Flexible self straightening stainless steel design