Product Detail
The ACR GlobalFix™ V5 AIS CAT II EPIRB with Return Link Service and Mobile App (Model: 2852) is a game - changer for mariners. It's a Category II EPIRB with manual release. The AIS alerts offer local rescue support, ensuring nearby vessels can respond quickly. NFC technology and a mobile app are included, allowing you to monitor the device via your smartphone. It has a 10 - year replaceable battery. This EPIRB combines 406 MHz satellite connectivity with AIS functionality. When activated, it sends an emergency signal to the global Cospas Sarsat system and broadcasts an AIS safety message on VHF frequencies. The Return Link Service gives you visual confirmation that your distress message is received. There's also a 121.5 MHz homing signal and visible/infrared strobe lights for easy identification. The GPS uses GNSS (GPS, Galileo, Glonass) networks for accurate positioning. With advanced AIS, nearby AIS - equipped vessels can be instantly notified. NFC lets you access diagnostics like battery life and test results through the app. The Return Link Service provides a reassuring blue flash when the distress message is detected. ACR is a leader in marine safety, and this EPIRB combines durability, reliability, and advanced tech. Specifications include output power of 5W at 406.040 MHz and 50mW at 121.5 MHz, AIS alerts, enabled RLS, NFC/mobile app, white & infrared strobe, specific size and weight, lithium battery, and more. It comes with a GlobalFix™ V5 AIS CAT II EPIRB, Cat II Bracket, and mounting hardware, and has a 5 - year warranty.
Using your ACR GlobalFix V5 EPIRB is straightforward. In an emergency, you can activate it by taking it out of the bracket and getting it wet, or you can manually activate it either inside or outside the bracket. Once activated, it'll start sending distress signals to the satellite network and nearby AIS - equipped vessels. To check the status of your EPIRB, just bring your smartphone close to it. The ACR Product App will open automatically, and you can see details like battery life, test results, and activation time. As for maintenance, remember to replace the battery every 10 years after the manufacturing date or after activation. Store the EPIRB in a temperature range of - 22°F to +158°F (- 30°C to +70°C). When in use, make sure the temperature is between - 4°F to +131°F (- 20°C to +55°C). It's waterproof up to 33 ft (10 m) for 5 minutes, but try to keep it dry when not in use. Also, note that the EPIRB has a 5 - year warranty, so if you encounter any issues, reach out to the manufacturer.
