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PRODUCT SUPPORT MANUAL Y1-03-0174 Rev. A-Draft TerraFix™ 406 GPS I PLB Product No. 2798.2 PLB-201 TerraFix™ 406 GPS I/O PLB Product No. 2798.4 PLB-200 Personal Locator Beacon FCC Type Approval is currently pending ACR Electronics, Inc. 5757 Ravenswood Road Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33312 +1(954) 981-3333 • Fax +1 (954) 983-5087 www.acrplb.com Email: [email protected] A Chelton Group company -DRAFT- Only Y1-03-0174 Rev. A Draft 1 * * * WARNING * * * THIS TRANSMITTER IS AUTHORIZED FOR USE ONLY DURING SITUATIONS OF GRAVE AND IMMINENT DANGER * * * DELIBERATE MISUSE MAY INCUR A SEVERE PENALTY * * * Forward Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the ACR TerraFix™ 406 GPS Personal Locator Beacon. The combination of superior design, high quality raw materials and quality controlled manufacturing produce a product that will perform for years to come. The Test Facility at ACR can reproduce some of the harshest environmental conditions known to man. This assures that the life saving devices can stand up to the rigors found in any environment on earth. With proper care and maintenance, your PLB will be in service for years to come. ACR is proud to be certified to the ISO 9001:2000, the International Standard for Quality. This manual provides operation and maintenance instructions for the TerraFix™ 406 GPS PLB, hereinafter referred to as the Beacon. This manual also describes the characteristics and details of the Beacon System. Table of Contents 1.0 Registration............................................................................................................2-3 2.0 Operation...............................................................................................................3-5 3.0 False Alarms..........................................................................................................5 4.0 Care and Maintenance................................................................................ ..........5-6 5.0 The Search and Rescue System.............................................................................6-7 6.0 Authorizations, specifications and warranty..........................................................7-8 7.0 GPS FAQ.............................................................................................................. 8-10 8.0 Warranty................................................................................................................10 Figure 1 Key Pad ........................................................................................................................................... 4 Figure 2 Antenna Position ............................................................................................................................. 6 Figure 3 Holster Cover .................................................................................................................................. 6 Figure 4 Activation........................................................................................................................................ 6 Figure 5 Satellite Orbit .................................................................................................................................. 9 Figure 6 GEOSAR......................................................................................................................................... 10 Y1-03-0174 Rev. A Draft 2 SECTION 1 - REGISTRATION OF 406 MHz BEACONS 1.1 Registration Importance It is mandatory that the owner of this 406 MHz Beacon registers it with the National Authorities*. All 406 MHz Beacons transmit a Unique Identifier Number (UIN) when activated. This UIN is programmed in the Beacon based on the country in which the Beacon was purchased. Registration provides the Search and Rescue forces with emergency contact information, and will speed the launch of a rescue operation. The National Authorities use the information to verify if an actual emergency exists. Valuable Search and Rescue resources are wasted every year responding to false alarms. For Beacons that are not registered, SAR forces will not know who you are, or who to contact regarding additional information of your current situation. This will delay the launch of a rescue operation. *A National Authority is the governmental body that is responsible for PLB Registration Database administration for the country for which the PLB is programmed. 1.2 Where to register The owner of a 406 MHz Beacon (PLB) should register it with the National Authority of which the Beacon was programmed, (typically the country where purchased), regardless of where you use your beacon. Each Beacon is programmed with a UIN for the country where the unit is shipped, and will only be accepted for registration in that country. To verify the country, for which a Beacon is programmed, see the label with the UIN on the side of the unit. Units that do not have a country specified on the UIN label are programmed for the United States. 1.3 Registration in the United States It is the Owner’s responsibility and required by law to Register 406 MHz Beacons that are programmed for and purchased in the United States. The National Authority that accepts registrations in the United States is the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The owner should complete the enclosed registration form (Do not confuse this with the ACR Electronics Warranty Card) and mail it with the pre-addressed; postage paid envelope to: SARSAT Beacon Registration, E/SP3, RM 3320, FB-4 NOAA/NESDIS 5200 Auth Rd. Suitland, MD 20746-4304 Beacon registration is also available online at: www.beaconregistration.noaa.gov Y1-03-0174 Rev. A Draft 3 The information provided on the Registration Form is used only for rescue purposes. The Registration Form should be filled out and mailed immediately. Registration can be expedited by faxing the registration form or by completing the form online in the event the Beacon is to be placed in immediate service. Re…

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August 2, 2004 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Equipment Approval Services P.O. Box 358315 Pittsburg, PA 15251-5315 Ref.: FCC ID: B66ACR-PLB-201 Subj: FCC Type Acceptance To Whom It May Concern: FCC Type Acceptance is hereby requested for ACR Model PLB-201 Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) manufactured by ACR Electronics. (ACR). Our PLB-201 complies with the requirements of Part 2 and Part 95 Subpart K of the Rules. The PLB-201 is identical to the PLB-200 (co pending under separate T/A application) except that the PLB-201 has deleted the internal GPS receiver. Please note that Circuit Diagrams (Schematics) ACR Y1-01-0667 is submitted as Proprietary data (pursuant to 47 CFR 0.459 of the FCC Rules) with proprietary legend marked on the drawing. I certify that the data submitted with this application were taken at my direction and are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. Please call me directly for any additional information you may require regarding this matter. Very truly yours, ACR ELECTRONICS, INC. John F. Flood Vice President, Engineering Enclosures Form 731 Application for Type Approval Check in the amount of $675.00 per FCC fee notice Technical File for PLB-200 and PLB-201

A1-20-1195-1 Black A1-20-1195-2 Black M/N PLB-201 FCC B66ACR-PLB-201 Personal Locator Beacon 406 MHz GPS Interface Operation: 24 hrs @ -20º to +55ºC (-4º to +130ºF) Stowage: -50º to +70ºC (-58º to +158ºF) ! 0191 Beacon Decal Here In the U.S.A.: The owner of this 406 MHz PLB must register the NOAA identification code contained on this product with NOAA at: SARSAT Beacon Registration ESP3, RM 3320, FB-4 NOAA, NESDIS 5200 Auth Rd. Suitland, MD 20746-4304 Outside the U.S.A., register with your National Authority. www.beaconregistration.noaa.gov To Activate: Press both test buttons simultaneously for 1 second To Test: Press single test button for no longer than 4 seconds WARNING: USE ONLY DURING SITUATIONS OF GRAVE AND IMMINENT DANGER. “NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC” DO NOT MOVE IF FOUND. REPORT THE POSITION TO THE PROPER AUTHORITIES DO NOT OPEN, TAMPER, INCINERATE OR RECHARGE Batteries: LiMN02 Replace after use or by date shown M/N PLB-200 FCC B66ACR-PLB-200 Personal Locator Beacon 406 MHz Interface and Onboard GPS Operation: 24 hrs @ -20º to +55ºC (-4º to +130ºF) Stowage: -50º to +70ºC (-58º to +158ºF) ! 0191 Beacon Decal Here In the U.S.A.: The owner of this 406 MHz PLB must register the NOAA identification code contained on this product with NOAA at: SARSAT Beacon Registration ESP3, RM 3320, FB-4 NOAA, NESDIS 5200 Auth Rd. Suitland, MD 20746-4304 Outside the U.S.A., register with your National Authority. www.beaconregistration.noaa.gov To Activate: Press both test buttons simultaneously for 1 second To Test: Press single test button for no longer than 4 seconds WARNING: USE ONLY DURING SITUATIONS OF GRAVE AND IMMINENT DANGER. “NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC” DO NOT MOVE IF FOUND. REPORT THE POSITION TO THE PROPER AUTHORITIES DO NOT OPEN, TAMPER, INCINERATE OR RECHARGE Batteries: LiMN02 Replace after use or by date shown Registering your beacon is mandatory Registering your beacon is mandatory A1-20-1197-2 Black A1-20 ???? Rev ? Black

OPERATIONAL DESCRIPTION 1.0 INTRODUCTION This report contains the required information and test data for Type Acceptance Approval for the ACR/PLB-200/201 406 MHz Personal Locator Beacon (PLB). The ACR/PLB- 200/201 meets all of the current FCC requirements for a 406 MHz PLB. The ACR/PLB-200/201 contains 2 battery packs, each consisting of four 2/3 A size cells of Lithium Manganese Dioxide chemistry. The battery packs will have a 5-year replacement cycle. The enclosure is made of high impact, corrosion resistant, ultra violet resistant plastic. The ACR/PLB-200 and ACR/PLB-201 are identical EPIRBs with the exception of the identifying label and whether or not they have an active internal GPS. The ACR/PLB-200 has an active internal GPS and the ACR/PLB-201 does not. Both the ACR/PLB-200 and ACR/PLB-201 have an active external GPS interface. The ACR/PLB-200/201 is a class 2 beacon that operates from -20°C to +55°C. Throughout this document, the ACR/PLB- 200/201 may be referred to as the Beacon or PLB. 2.0 GENERAL INFORMATION REQUIRED FOR TYPE ACCEPTANCE (Per 47 CFR Ch I, 2.1033(c). (For a Part 95, Subpart K 95.1402 PLB)) 1) Name of Applicant: ACR Electronics, Inc. (manufacturer) 5757 Ravenswood Road Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 2) Identification of Equipment: 406 MHz PLB FCC ID: B66ACR-PLB-200 Model: PLB-200 Class 2 FCC ID: B66ACR-PLB-201 Model: PLB-201 Class 2 3) Installation and operating instructions: Users Manual Exhibit 4) Type of Emission: 406 MHz - 16K0G1D 121.5 MHz – 3K20A3X 5) Frequency Range: 406.028 MHz ± .002 MHz 121.5 MHz ± .006 MHz 6) Range of Output Power: 406 MHz - 5W ± 2dB 121.5 MHz - 50 mW ± 3 dB 7) Maximum Output Power: 406 MHz - 7.9 W (into 50 ohm) 121.5 MHz - 100 mW 8) DC Voltages and Currents: 406 MHz – 6.0 V, 2.0 A @ U702 121.5 MHz – 8.0 V, 30 mA @ Q107 9) Tune-up Procedures: There is no tuning required for the 406 MHz 5 watt signal. There is no tuning required for the 121.5 MHz 0.050 watt signal. The antenna-matching network is tuned at 406 MHz by adjusting C501 and L501 and measuring the return loss into the antenna coupler network. The antenna matching network is tuned at 121.5 MHz by adjusting L504 and L506 and measuring the return loss into the antenna coupler network. 10) Schematic Diagram: Schematic Exhibit Description of Circuitry [Refer to Schematic ACR Y1-01-0667 (Schematic Exhibit)]: Circuitry for Determining and Stabilizing Frequency: The Beacon generates a phase modulated 406 MHz signal for transmission of the distress message. The 406 MHz carrier is frequency synthesized by a PLL; U606, U602, U607, U604, U603, U605 and U608 and VCO. It is locked to an OCXO (U601) to provide the high frequency stability required for the COSPAS-SARSAT system. The VCO is built around Q601 in a common base configuration. The carrier is phase modulated by the phase lock loop filter of the PLL, R607,C610,R611 and C611. U609, Q706 and power amplifier U702 amplifies the phase-modulated signal to provide 5W output at the antenna. The Beacon also has a 121.5 MHz radio homer output. The 121.5 MHz is generated by a crystal (Y101) controlled oscillator (Q103) for frequency stability of better than ± 50 PPM over the full operating temperature range. Q104 and Q107 amplify the carrier to provide a nominal power output at the antenna of 50 mW. This signal is AM modulated by switching the 121.5 MHz drive signal on and off using Q104 and Q107. Circuitry for Suppression of Spurious Radiation: Spurious radiation is suppressed by means of power supply decoupling (numerous capacitors and inductors), low phase noise oscillators, and limited bandwidth features (C115, C116, L106, C117, C118, L107, C119, C135, L112, C136) and filtering by the antenna matching (C501,L501, C502, L502, C503, L503, L504, L506, and R501) networks. Circuitry for Limiting Modulation: Limitations to the modulation of the 406 MHz signal consists of a current source provided by resistors (R612, R613, R616 and R617). These resistors limit the current into the phase lock loop detector circuit (U605B) and the currents set the level of modulation. The 121.5 MHz modulation is limited by microprocessor control of U301, Q104 and Q107 that digitally turn on or off the output power. Circuitry for Limiting Power: A regulated control voltage limits the maximum power output of the 406 MHz amplifier (U5-0635). Under best battery voltage, maximum power is limited to 7.9W. Power limiting for the 121.5 MHz output is obtained by operating the P.A. (Q3-0653) saturated. Other circuitry: The modulation and other controls for the Beacon are generated by a microprocessor (U301). This processor provides digital signals for both the 406 MHz and the 121.5 MHz modulations as well as for LED’s, a buzzer and other functions. Both the ACR/PLB-200 and ACR/PLB-201 have a GPS interface circuit that operates while the beacon is turned off. Q403, Q404 and Q405 detect a commercially available GPS that is plugged into the beacon. Microprocessor U301 stores the GPS navigation data and incorporates it in to the beacon message when the beacon is turned on. The ACR/PLB-200 only, has an internal GPS receiver that operates while the beacon is turned on. This GPS receiver sends GPS navigation data to microprocessor U301 for incorporation into the 406 beacon message. Description of Devices: TABLE 1: FUNCTION OF ACTIVE ELEMENTS DESIGNATOR FUNCTION CR701 DETECTOR DIODE, HSMS 2800 D1, D402, D403 DIODE, MBRA120LT3 D101 DIODE, CMD17 D301 DIODE, HSMS 2800 D401, D404, D801 DUAL DIODES, BAV-74 D601 VARACTOR DIODE, MMBV3102LT1 Q1, Q110 FET, REGULATOR, FDC658P Q402 FET, SWITCH, FDC658P Q101, Q106, Q705 BIAS, MMBT3904 Q401, Q403, Q404, Q405, Q704 XSTR SWITCH, MMBT3904 Q102 XSTR LIMITER, BFT92 Q103 RF OSC, PBR941 Q104 RF AMP, PBR941 Q107 RF POWER AMP, PBR941 Q108, Q701 CURRENT MIRROR, BCV62 Q105, Q801, Q802 FET, SWITCH, 2N7002 Q109, Q702 DIF AMP, XN1501 Q601 VCO, BFT93 Q703 FET, REGULATOR, FDD5614P Q706 RF AMP, NE85633 U1 DC/DC CONVERTER, LM3485 U201 GPS RECEIVER, GH-80D U202 VOLT REG…

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1.0 Parts List: Description of Devices: TABLE 1: FUNCTION OF ACTIVE ELEMENTS DESIGNATOR FUNCTION CR701 DETECTOR DIODE, HSMS 2800 D1, D402, D403 DIODE, MBRA120LT3 D101 DIODE, CMD17 D301 DIODE, HSMS 2800 D401, D404, D801 DUAL DIODES, BAV-74 D601 VARACTOR DIODE, MMBV3102LT1 Q1, Q110 FET, REGULATOR, FDC658P Q402 FET, SWITCH, FDC658P Q101, Q106, Q705 BIAS, MMBT3904 Q401, Q403, Q404, Q405, Q704 XSTR SWITCH, MMBT3904 Q102 XSTR LIMITER, BFT92 Q103 RF OSC, PBR941 Q104 RF AMP, PBR941 Q107 RF POWER AMP, PBR941 Q108, Q701 CURRENT MIRROR, BCV62 Q105, Q801, Q802 FET, SWITCH, 2N7002 Q109, Q702 DIF AMP, XN1501 Q601 VCO, BFT93 Q703 FET, REGULATOR, FDD5614P Q706 RF AMP, NE85633 U1 DC/DC CONVERTER, LM3485 U201 GPS RECEIVER, GH-80D U202 VOLT REG, LP2951CM-3.3 U203 AND, 74HCT1G08 U301 MICROPROCESSOR, PIC18F252 U601 OVENIZED OSCILLATOR, OCXO-50 U602, U607 AND, NC7S08 U603, U608 DUAL D FLIP-FLOP, 74HC74PW U604 XOR, NC7SZ86 U605A,B,C,D NAND GATE, 74HC00PW U606 PRESCALER, MB504L U609 RF AMP, MSA2111 U701 VOLT REFERENCE, LM431 U702 RF POWER AMP, RA07M4047M U801 VOLT REGULATOR, MAX1615 U802 MICROPROCESSOR, PIC12LC508A 2.0 Tune-up Procedures: There is no tuning required for the 406 MHz 5 watt signal. There is no tuning required for the 121.5 MHz 0.050 watt signal. The antenna-matching network is tuned at 406 MHz by adjusting C501 and L501 and measuring the return loss into the antenna coupler network. The antenna matching network is tuned at 121.5 MHz by adjusting L504 and L506 and measuring the return loss into the antenna coupler network.

PLB-200 S/N 7 Gradient Test 4/26/04 Freq Spec: ± 1 KHz max 406.027935 406.027940 406.027945 406.027950 406.027955 406.027960 406.027965 12274536799051131135715831809203522612487 PLB-200 S/N 7 Gradient Test 4/26/04 Short Term Stab Spec: 2xE-9max. 0.00E+00 2.00E-10 4.00E-10 6.00E-10 8.00E-10 1.00E-09 1.20E-09 1.40E-09 1.60E-09 1.80E-09 2.00E-09 12204396588771096131515341753197221912410 PLB-200 S/N 7 Gradient Test 4/26/04 Residual Var Spec: 3xE-9 max 0.00E+00 5.00E-10 1.00E-09 1.50E-09 2.00E-09 2.50E-09 3.00E-09 12204396588771096131515341753197221912410 PLB-200 S/N 7 Gradient Test 4/26/04 Medium Term Slope Spec: ±1E-9 -1.00E-09 -8.00E-10 -6.00E-10 -4.00E-10 -2.00E-10 0.00E+00 2.00E-10 4.00E-10 6.00E-10 8.00E-10 1.00E-09 12214416618811101132115411761198122012421