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TracME PERSONAL LOCATOR BEACON USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL Preliminary 28/04/2005 2 WARNING TracME IS NOT A LIFE SAVING DEVICE. The intention of this device is to assist a rescue team to locate you in an emergency situation after they have been notified of your situation. This device will not automatically instigate a search and rescue, as is the case with an EPIRB. FCC Part 15.21 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV. interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user's authority to operate theequipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. 3 1. Introduction...........................................................................................................................4 2. FEATURES...........................................................................................................................4 3. General Specifications..........................................................................................................5 4. Functional Outline.................................................................................................................6 5. FEATURES OF THE TracME PERSONAL LOCATOR BEACON........................................7 6. DESCRIPTION OF FEATURES...........................................................................................8 7. ACTIVATING THE TracME BEACON...................................................................................9 4 1. INTRODUCTION The TracME Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) is a low powered audio response Personal Locator Beacon for use in locating lost or distressed people while participating in general outdoor activities. The TracME system is designed to be an affordable alternative to the satellite based EPIRB emergency beacon system. Due to the high cost of operating and following up false alarms on the EPIRB system, it is not suited to use by the general public. With the EPIRB system, all activations are registered and processed by a central office and must be followed up. This is an expensive process, and with 97% of activations being false alarms, a lot of resources are wasted. The TracME system relies on the a person being reported as missing before a search is instigated, thereby minimising the possibility of a false alarm. The TracME is designed to operate on the designated UHF CB or FRS emergency channel(FRS Ch1 – USA, UHF CB Ch5 – Australia), and when activated, it transmits an audio response eg “Mayday Mayday” or “Help, Emergency” or other similar message as is prerecorded into the unit. After the TracME has been activated, the person (lost or distressed) can be quickly and easily found without the need for any specialised direction finding equipment other than a TracME antenna and a UHF CB or FRS radio with a Received Signal Strength Indicator(RSSI). Many of the newer UHF CB radios and FRS radios have this type of indicator as standard. A light plane can also be used to initially locate the TracME to within a 1 to 2 km radius, even with poor visibility. This information can then be passed on to a ground crew who can then complete the search and rescue operation. The distress message can be understood and interpreted by anyone listening to that radio channel within a range of approx 500*m/yds. See detailed recommendations for the most efficient search procedure. 2. FEATURES • small and light weight • operation on the standard UHF CB or FRS frequency band • can be monitored without the use of specialised equipment • minimal special equipment required • suitable for use by the general public • low cost • simple operation 5 3. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Operating temperature -40 to +85 deg C Storage temperature -40 to +85 deg C Transmit frequency 402 to 480mHz Transmit power 10mW Transmission type FM audio (FE3) Transmitted message factory recorded, upto 3 sec of audio Message format message repeated every 15sec Duration of operation once activated, operation time will be approx 7days at 25 deg C Reuse after deactivation not possible Deactivation system operate the TEST button in a set sequence Water proof submersible to 1m (will not operate under water) Bouyancy will float. Indicators Green LED, red LED. See detailed description. Weight 45gm Size 80x43x24mm(3.1”x1.7”x1”) 6 4. FUNCTIONAL OUTLINE A TEST button is accessible on the case of the TracME. This can be operated by the owner during the life of the unit to check if the unit is viable. When the TEST button is activated the unit will check the battery voltage and the transmit power. If either of these functions fails the test, the test indicator will flash red. If all tests are OK, then the indicator flash green. When the TracME is activated by withdrawing it from its outer case, the operation cycle begins. The operation cycle consists of a transmission period during which the audio message is played twice, then a period when the transmitter is switched off. An example of the sequence: ‘Mayday, Mayday’......15sec silence.......’Mayday, Mayday’.... Repeats indefinitely When the search and rescue is complete, the beacon can be deactivated as follows: 1. press and hold the TEST button until the indicator lights RED 2. release the TEST button after the indicator goes off (2sec) 3. wait for the indicator to come on again and then press and release the TEST button momentarily 4. Successful deactivation is signalled by a flashing red indicator. The TracME is now deactivated, and will run without transmitting any signal until the battery is exhausted. The TracME cannot be re-activated as it is designed to be used only once. In the situation where the TEST button is faulty for some reason (jammed or broken) normal deactivation is …

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Re: LETTER FOR FCC – PART 95 ATTESTATION Date: May 23, 2005 Federal Communications Commission Authorization & Evaluation Division 7345 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, Maryland 21046 Reference: FCC ID TAI0000TB1 This equipment meets the Family Radio Service requirements of the FCC Rules, Part 95. This equipment’s antenna is permanently attached as an integral part of the transmitter. The antenna has no gain (as compared to a half-wave dipole) and is vertically polarized. (Rule 95.647) Programming of this product’s transmitter power and it’s transmit frequencies can be performed ONLY by the manufacturer. The operator cannot increase transmitter power or program transmit frequencies using the equipment’s external operation controls. (Rule 95.649) Sincerely. Razlin Technologies Adam Rainczuk Razli 29 Crown St., Nashua, NH, U.S.A., 03060 Phone: 514-865-6345 Fax: 603-883-8765 n Technologies Inc. Razlin Technologies Inc.

REQUEST FOR CONFIDENTIALITY May 23, 2005 Federal Communications Commission, EQUIPMENT APPROVAL SERVICES, P. O. Box 358315 Pittsburgh, PA 15251-5315 ATTN: Authorization & Evaluation Division PER: 47 CFR 0.457 and 0.459 RE: FCC ID TAI0000TB1 Pursuant to Sections 0.457(d)(1)(ii) and 0.459 of the Commission's Rules, the Applicant hereby requests confidential treatment of some of the information accompanying this Application as listed below, i.e. Schematics (Tracme Schematic), Block Diagrams, Theory of Operation (Tracme design of operation), Active Devices (Active Devices), Bill of Materials (BOM) These materials contain trade secrets and proprietary information not customarily released to the public and the public disclosure of these matters might be harmful to the Applicant and provide unjustified benefits to its competitors. The Applicant understands that pursuant to Rule 0.457(d)(1)(ii) disclosure of this Application and all accompanying documentation will not be made before the date of the Grant for this Application. Sincerely, Razlin Technologies Adam Rainczuk VP & COO Razli 29 Crown St., Nashua, NH, U.S.A., 03060 Phone: 514-865-6345 Fax: 603-883-8765 n Technologies Inc. Razlin Technologies Inc.

29 Crown St., Nashua, NH, U.S.A., 03060 Phone: 514-865-6345 Fax: 603-883-8765 Razlin Technologies Inc. Razlin Technologies Inc. May 23, 2005 Re: FCC ID: TAI0000TB1 voice transmission options To Whom It May Concern: The voice transmission of this device can be altered by the manufacturer. The inner case includes a factory programmable voice memory unit that is able to provide a variety of voice messages. The preferred voice transmission is the repetition of the word “mayday” or other similar indication of distress as is permitted by the relevant local regulations. The voice transmission options that are currently available are as follows: “Help Emergency” “MayDay” “Track Me” Sincerely, Razlin Technologies Adam Rainczuk

29 Crown St., Nashua, NH, U.S.A., 03060 Phone: 514-865-6345 Fax: 603-883-8765 Razlin Technologies Inc. Razlin Technologies Inc. May 23, 2005 Re: FCC ID: TAI0000TB1 Tuneup / Alignment Procedures To Whom It May Concern: No tune up or alignment procedures are applicable, as these units are not user adjustable or repairable. The battery is also not replaceable. Sincerely, Razlin Technologies Adam Rainczuk

M. Flom Associates, Inc. 3356 N. San Marcos Place, Suite 107 Chandler, Arizona 85225-7176 FCC ID: TAI0000TB1 (480) 926-3100 phone, fax (480) 926-3598 MFA p0550006, d0550051 Transmitter Certification of FCC ID: TAI0000TB1 Model: TracMe-1000 to Federal Communications Commission Rule Part(s) 95, Confidentiality Date Of Amended Report: June 20, 2005 On the Behalf of the Applicant: Razlin Technologies Inc. At the Request of: P.O. Deposit Check #1004 Razlin Technologies Inc. 29 Crown Street Nashua, NH 03060 Attention of: Adam Rainczuk, VP & COO 514-865-6345; fax: 603-883-8765 Email: [email protected] Supervised By: Michael Findley, Laboratory Manager M. Flom Associates, Inc. 3356 N. San Marcos Place, Suite 107 Chandler, Arizona 85225-7176 FCC ID: TAI0000TB1 (480) 926-3100 phone, fax (480) 926-3598 MFA p0550006, d0550051 List of Exhibits (FCC Certification (Transmitters) - Revised 9/28/98) Applicant: Razlin Technologies Inc. FCC ID: TAI0000TB1 By Applicant: 1. Letter Of Authorization 2. Identification Drawings, 2.1033(C)(11) Label Location of Label Compliance Statement Location of Compliance Statement 3. Photographs, 2.1033(C)(12) 4. Documentation: 2.1033(C) (3) User Manual (10) Schematic Diagram (10) Circuit Description Block Diagram Parts List Active Devices 5. Part 95.1015(A) Attestation By M.F.A. Inc. A. Testimonial & Statement of Certification M. Flom Associates, Inc. 3356 N. San Marcos Place, Suite 107 Chandler, Arizona 85225-7176 FCC ID: TAI0000TB1 (480) 926-3100 phone, fax (480) 926-3598 MFA p0550006, d0550051 The Applicant has been cautioned as to the following: 15.21 Information To User. The users manual or instruction manual for an intentional radiator shall caution the user that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 15.27(a) Special Accessories. Equipment marketed to a consumer must be capable of complying with the necessary regulations in the configuration in which the equipment is marketed. Where special accessories, such as shielded cables and/or special connectors are required to enable an unintentional or intentional radiator to comply with the emission limits in this part, the equipment must be marketed with, i.e. shipped and sold with, those special accessories. However, in lieu of shipping or packaging the special accessories with the unintentional or intentional radiator, the responsible party may employ other methods of ensuring that the special accessories are provided to the consumer, without additional charge. Information detailing any alternative method used to supply the special accessories for a grant of equipment authorization or retained in the verification records, as appropriate. The party responsible for the equipment, as detailed in § 2.909 of this chapter, shall ensure that these special accessories are provided with the equipment. The instruction manual for such devices shall include appropriate instructions on the first page of text concerned with the installation of the device that these special accessories must be used with the device. It is the responsibility of the user to use the needed special accessories supplied with the equipment. M. Flom Associates, Inc. 3356 N. San Marcos Place, Suite 107 Chandler, Arizona 85225-7176 FCC ID: TAI0000TB1 (480) 926-3100 phone, fax (480) 926-3598 MFA p0550006, d0550051 Table Of Contents Rule Description Page . Test Report 1 2.1033(c) General Information Required 2 2.1033(c)(14) Rule Summary 5 . Standard Test Conditions and Engineering Practices 6 2.1046(a) Carrier Output Power (Conducted) 7 2.1046(a) Carrier Output Power (Radiated) 9 2.1053(a) Field Strength of Spurious Radiation 11 2.1049(c)(1) Emission Masks (Occupied Bandwidth) 15 2.1047(a) Audio Low Pass Filter (Voice Input) 21 2.1047(a) Audio Frequency Response 22 2.1047(b) Modulation Limiting 23 2.1055(a)(1) Frequency Stability (Temperature Variation) 24 2.1055(b)(1) Frequency Stability (Voltage Variation) 27 2.202(g) Necessary Bandwidth and Emission Bandwidth 28 M. Flom Associates, Inc. 3356 N. San Marcos Place, Suite 107 Page 1 of 28 Chandler, Arizona 85225-7176 FCC ID: TAI0000TB1 (480) 926-3100 phone, fax (480) 926-3598 MFA p0550006, d0550051 Required information per ISO/IEC Guide 25-1990, paragraph 13.2: a) Test Report b) Laboratory: (FCC: 31040/SIT) (Canada: IC 2044) M. Flom Associates, Inc. 3356 N. San Marcos Place, Suite 107 Chandler, AZ 85225 c) Report Number: d0550051 d) Client: Razlin Technologies Inc. 29 Crown Street Nashua, NH 03060 e) Identification: TracMe-1000 FCC ID: TAI0000TB1 Description: FRS Beacon f) EUT Condition: Not required unless specified in individual tests. g) Report Date: May 20, 2005 EUT Received: May 16, 2005 h, j, k): As indicated in individual tests. i) Sampling method: No sampling procedure used. l) Uncertainty: In accordance with MFA internal quality manual. m) Supervised by: Michael Findley, Laboratory Manager n) Results: The results presented in this report relate only to the item tested. o) Reproduction: This report must not be reproduced, except in full, without written permission from this laboratory. M. Flom Associates, Inc. 3356 N. San Marcos Place, Suite 107 Page 2 of 28 Chandler, Arizona 85225-7176 FCC ID: TAI0000TB1 (480) 926-3100 phone, fax (480) 926-3598 MFA p0550006, d0550051 General Information Required For Certification Sub-Part 2.948: (a)(b) Description Of Measurement Facilities: File: 31040/511 A description of the measurement facilities was filed with the Commission and was found to be in compliance with the requirements of Section 2.948, by letter dated March 3, 1997. All pertinent changes will be reported to the Commission by update of A2LA Accreditation. (b)(4): Supporting Structures: Sketch – Attached Exhibits (b)(5)(6): Test Instrumentation: List – See Exhibits 2.925: Identification of an Authorized Device: Drawing – See Exhibits Location of Label – See Photos (c)(1): Name and Address of Appli…

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