GME Accusat MT603FG Auto Release EPIRB with GPS

Prepare for marine emergencies

When you’ve used up all your options to save yourself, the reliable GME Accusat MT603FG Auto Release EPIRB will get you the help you need during an emergency.

Why Have an EPIRB?
An EPIRB can save your life and the lives of others on board by providing rescue authorities your precise location in the event of an emergency. GME EPIRBs are self-contained 406 MHz radio transmitters that emit an internationally recognised distress signal on the COSPAS-SARSAT satellite system.

The GME Accusat MT603FG Auto Release EPIRB contains a unique identity code which can be cross referenced to a database of registered 406 MHz beacons, allowing the beacon’s owner and vessel to be immediately identified in the event of an emergency.

GPS Equipped
The MT603 GPS Series features an integrated 66 channel GPS receiver which automatically acquires the position and relays the latitude and longitude of the beacon along with the personal identifier and emergency signal to rescue authorities. Additionally, each unit includes an ultra-high performance solid state strobe and 121.5MHz VHF homing beacon to assist in guiding rescuers to your precise location.

Water Activation
The MT603 GPS Series will automatically activate when out of the bracket and deployed in water. The MT603FG will automatically deploy and activate when it reaches a depth of 1 metre in water. It can also be manually activated by the operator in an emergency situation.

GME Accusat MT603FG Auto Release EPIRB Features:

• Model number: MT603FG
  
• Category I Auto Release EPIRB
  
• Channels: 66 Channel GPS Receiver Location Accuracy
  
• MEOSAR Ready
  
• Operates with MEOSAR, LEOSAR and GEOSAR Satellite Constellations
  
• Activation: Water Activated + Auto Release + Manual
  
• Operation Time: 48 Hours Minimum Operation Time
  
• Warm Up: Zero Warm Up Digital Technology
  
• Certification: COSPAS-SARSAT Certified. Internationally Approved For Worldwide Operation (C/S T.001)
  
• Battery Life: 6 Year
  
• Warranty: 6 Year
  

GME Accusat MT603FG Auto Release EPIRB Specifications:
Physical

• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +55°C Storage
  
• Temperature: -30°C to +70°C
  
• Weight: 550g (plus 1100g for housing)
  
• Compass Safe Distance: 0.7 m from magnetic navigational device
  
• Dimensions: 390 mm (H) x 155 mm (W) x 110 mm (D)
  
• Materials: UV stabilised plastic chassis
  
• Performance: AS/NZS 4280.1
  

Modes of Operation

• Activated:
  UHF (406) and VHF (homer) complete with high intensity strobe and audible activation alert
  
• General Self Test:
  Comprehensive internal diagnostics with visual and audible operator feedback. UHF test message (inverted synchronisation compatible with portable beacon testers)
  
• GPS Self Test:
  GPS acquisition test with visual and audible operator feedback UHF test message containing GPS coordinates
  

Operation

• Activation: Water or Manually by operator
  
• Bracket Type: Auto Release
  
• Duration: 48 hours minimum
  
• Transmission Delay: 121.5 and 406 MHz distress signals commence ~ 50 seconds after activation
  
• UHF: 406.040 MHz, 5 W ± 2 dB, PSK (digital)
  
• Strobe: 20 flashes/ minute at greater than 0.75 CD effective intensity
  
• COSPAS-SARSAT: Certified to C/S T.001 (Class 2) requirements UHF-Protocol/Data: Serial number*, Radio call sign or MMSI
  
• Repetition Period: 50s mean, digitally generated randomisation VHF: 121.5 MHz, 25 mw. Min PERP@25°C
  

Battery

• Replacement Period: Prior to expiry date marked on case
  
• Replacement Method: Service centre, or factory only (non-user replaceable)
  
• Chemistry: LiSO2 (2.4 g Lithium per cell)
  
• Configuration: 2 ‘D’ type cells
  

Note: Batteries are not user replaceable. Replace after emergency activation or reaching the marked expiry date, the EPIRB must be returned to GME or its authorised service centre for battery replacement.

Other Features:

• GPS: Internal 66 channel high performance receiver with quadrifilar helix antenna
  
• Retention Lanyard: Reflector: Buoyant type approximately 5.5 metres long
  SOLAS retro-reflective tape encircling unit above waterline
  
• Solid-state Strobe: High reliability solid state design exceeds IMO requirements
  
• Antenna: Flexible self straightening stainless steel design
  
• Bracket: Automatic release mechanism (float-free)
  Retained by four (4) vessel fixing points
  

Note: *Standard factory setting, subject to National requirements. Distributor-reprogrammable via optical data interface. Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.