The ACR Pathfinder™ PRO Emergency Search and Rescue Transponder (SART) model 2914 is a must - have for vessels. When hit by a 9.2 - 9.5 GHz band marine radar, it sends back 12 intense blips, with the first one marking its location. This boosts search and rescue efforts. It comes with a vessel mounting bracket and a collapsible pole. Measuring just 8.94 x 2.56 inches (227 mm x 65 mm), it easily fits into a life raft. Waterproof up to 10 meters (33 ft), it's reliable in water. The non - hazardous lithium battery lasts over 96 hours in standby and 12 hours in operation, with a 5 - year replacement life. It meets worldwide certifications like IMO, MED, FCC, and IEC. The sleek wall mount keeps it handy in emergencies. The telescopic pole enhances its visibility. It's mandatory for commercial vessels under GMDSS and those with multiple life rafts. Battery: Lithium/Iron Disulfide (Li/FeS2). To operate, break the cover, slide the yellow switch left, and the red switch down. Deployment is manual. Frequency is 9.2 - 9.5 GHz, waterproof over 10 meters at +20°C, output power over 26 dBm eirp. Operating temp ranges from - 20°C to +55°C, storage from - 30°C to +70°C. Standby life is over 96 hours, active over 12 hours. It has FCC, MED, Industry Canada, and Chinese CCS type approval. In the box: 2914 SART and vessel mounting bracket.
Using the ACR 2914 Pathfinder PRO SART is easy. First, when you need it, break the protective cover. Then slide and hold the yellow switch to the left, and slide the red switch down. It's a manual deployment. Keep in mind that it's designed to work with 9.2 - 9.5 GHz marine radar. When the radar interrogates it, it will send back those helpful blips. It's waterproof up to 10 meters, so you don't have to worry about a little water. For maintenance, check the battery regularly. The non - hazardous lithium battery has a 5 - year replacement life, and it should last over 96 hours in standby and 12 hours in operation. Store it in a place where the temperature is between - 30°C and +70°C. Make sure to mount it using the provided vessel mounting bracket or wall mount, and use the telescopic pole for better visibility when needed. Also, remember that this SART is mandatory for certain vessels, so always keep it in good condition.
