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Accidents happen every day in the outdoors, whether you fall out of a tree stand, break a leg during a hike, or roll over on an ATV. In the outdoors, an everyday accident instantly can become a life threatening situation, and rescues may take days or weeks if you're not prepared. Why wait days being stranded in the outdoors hoping someone will find you?
It's as easy as pushing a button,
and with an internal GPS receiver (P/N 2798.4 only), the TerraFix™
will acquire your GPS position and transmit it along with your
personalized identifier code through the Sarsat satellites,
instantly alerting SAR forces that you need help, immediately!
The TerraFix™ works fast - if GPS data is present in the
beacon's first burst, SAR forces can be notified and start planning
your rescue in as little as three minutes. Be Responsible, Be
Prepared, Be Safe.
- Transmits on 406 MHz via the Cospas-Sarsat satellite system with your registered unique, digitally coded distress signal and 121.5 MHz (SAR local homing frequency).
- Onboard GPS (P/N 2798.4 only) acquires LAT/LON when the unit is activated, your LAT/LON is transmitted as soon as acquired providing rescue agencies with your exact position to within 100 meters (110 yards).
- GPS Interface (NMEA 0183) allows you to download your GPS coordinates from a hand-held GPS receiver into your PLB; when activated, your LAT/LON will accompany your 406 MHz signal on the first burst, dramatically saving valuable time for your distress message to reach local rescue centers.
- Easily carried in a pack or on a life jacket; small enough to wear on deck by yachting racers, crew, solo cruisers, or any marine enthusiast.
- Removable holster provides functionality, style and protection for your PLB; holster allows for multiple mounting options on backpacks, webbing, and life vests.
- Full functional self test of internal circuitry, battery power, 406 MHz transmission, and GPS* acquisition (*P/N 2798.4 only).
- Flat, stainless steel antenna wraps compactly around the unit for easy stowage; is easily positioned when needed.
- Floats to avoid loss if dropped in water, exceeds RTCM waterproof requirements.
| Part Number | 2798.2NH GPS Interface; 2798.4NH GPS Interface and Onboard GPS |
| Size | 1.74 x 5.71 x 3.03 in (4.4 x 14.5 x 7.7 cm) |
| Weight | 12 oz. (343 g) w/o holster; 13.3 oz. (378 g) with holster |
| Battery | Class 2 (non-hazmat) lithium battery packs5 year replacement life (11 year storage) |
| Material | Engineered resilient impact polymer |
| Color | Hi-viz ACR-treuse™ with green holster |
| Storage | -40° F to 158° F (-40° C to 70° C) |
| Deployment | Manual |
| Activation | Manual |
| Operation | Deploy antenna, press both test buttons simultaneously |
| Waterproof | 16 ft. (5 m) @ 1 hour, 33 ft. (10 m) @ 10 min., factory tested @ 70° F(21° C). Exceeds RTCM waterproof requirements |
| Radiated Power | 5 watts +/- 2dB (406 MHz)/50 mW +/- 3dB (121.5 MHz) |
| Operational Life | Exceeds required 24 hrs @-4° F (-20° C) |
| Typical Performance | 36 hrs @ -4° F (20° C), 20 hrs@ -40° F (-40° C) |
| Accessories | PLB holster, GPS interface cable, bulkhead mount |
| Certification | COSPAS-SARSAT, Europe, Canada, and FCC |
| Warranty | 5 years |
| Patent | U.S. Patent No. 6,501,340 |
| Lead Free | Yes |
Warranty Length: 5 years
This product is warranted against factory defect in material and
workmanship for a period of 5 (five)* years from date of purchase
or receipt as a gift. During the warranty period ACR Electronics,
Inc. will repair or at its option, replace at no cost to you for
labor, materials or return transportation.
For further assistance, please contact our Technical Service
Department at :
ACR Electronics, Inc.
5757 Ravenswood Road
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312-6645.
Email: service@acrelectronics.com,
Fax: +1 (954) 983-5087, Telephone: +1 (954) 981- 3333.
This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by
accident or misuse, or as a result of service or modification by
other than the manufacturer. The COMPANY MAKES NO
REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AS TO
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR ANY OTHER
MATTER WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT, except as otherwise expressly
stated in the previous paragraph. The Company shall not be liable
for consequential or special damages. In order to place the
warranty in effect, choose a form above and complete it entirely.
Or you may fill out the registration card accompanying your product
(if applicable) which must be returned to ACR Electronics, Inc.
within ten days of purchase.
*Five Years for the following products: EPIRB, PLB ,
S-VDR, SSAS.
