Smartfind G8 PLUS AIS EPIRB Manual

• The world’s most powerful EPIRBs, driving accelerated rescue times via:
• Faster alert detection on the 406 MHz frequency through our MEOSAR compatibility
• QUADROTECH® EPIRB, with four search and rescue frequencies, the SmartFind G8 AIS supports the Alert, Locate, Tracking and Recovery elements of search and rescue
• Greater location detection speed and accuracy, as the multiconstellation GNSS receivers work with a wider range of satellites including Galileo and GPS.
• Further enhancing our earlier World's first convergence of 406 and AIS, combining the global alerting of 406 MHz with the localised locating and tracking power of AIS

McMurdo SmartFind EPIRBs include innovation as standard; with ruggedized base, easy service battery, MEOSAR compatibility, compliance with the United States emergency hands free transport and the new GNSS requirement which raises the minimum requirements for new EPIRBs being sold globally. The additional false activation protection and multiple self-tests also offer total user confidence. Coupled with an unparalleled marine heritage, commitment to quality and a history of innovation, customers know they can trust McMurdo when their lives are at risk.  The G8 AIS is the first EPIRB to have standard 406 MHz, 121.5 MHz & GNSS capabilities AND include AIS for localised rescue. This combination is a result of new technology but also new attitudes to AIS as a search and rescue tool, plus the realisation that accelerated alert detection and location accuracy will save even more lives. This technology partnership will also help reduce demands on the Search & Rescue authorities as it should help vessel owners detect and resolve accidental activations through visibility of AIS signals. 

SmartFind G8 PLUS AIS EPIRBs are available as either a category 1 or category 2 EPIRBs:

Category 1 EPIRB models
Supplied inside an auto-housing and automatically deployed and activated when in contact with water (although they can also be manually activated).

Category 2 EPIRB models
Supplied with a unique SmartTransfer bracket to prevent accidental activation, once manually removed from the bracket the EPIRB is activated manually or via water contact. 

Safe Operational EPIRB Life

Seas of Solutions Safe Operational EPIRB Life guidance is that EPIRBs should be considered for decommissioning after 12-15 years, as this reduces the risk of environmental impact on beacon performance and ensures end users have beacons with the latest technology. As a result, the SmartFind G8 PLUS AIS EPIRB range is supplied with a ten-year battery, but battery replacement kits have a minimum five-year battery, to encourage regular professional checks of the units and reduce the likelihood of the beacons remaining on board vessels beyond the recommended operational life.

Built in AIS for localized rescue
Multi GNSS including Galileo & GPS
Meets IMO requirement; MSC.471 (101)
Infrared (Night-Vision) optical signal
Accidental activation protection
Rugged construction optimised for commercial environments
Hands free carry strap
360-degree strobe
Comes with safety bracket
10-year battery life
Sealed Electronic Unit
Sealed Battery Unit
Manual/Auto release options
This device has not been authorized as required by the rules of the Federal Communications Commission. This device is not, and may not be, offered for sale or lease, or sold or leased, until authorization is obtained.Rugged, multi GNSS 406MHz Satellite EPIRB with both GPS and Galileo receivers, unique inbuilt AIS, optimised for new MEOSAR system and RLS capability.