Description
ACR ELECTRONICS GlobalFix™ V5 AIS EPIRB with Return Link Service and Mobile App – 2852.63
The ACR GlobalFix V5 AIS EPIRB is an advanced Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacon that combines 406 MHz satellite connectivity with AIS functionality for faster and more effective rescues. Designed for both recreational and commercial mariners, it transmits distress signals globally via the Cospas Sarsat network while simultaneously broadcasting AIS safety messages on VHF frequencies to nearby AIS-equipped vessels. Additional features like Return Link Service (RLS) confirm that your distress message has been received, while Near Field Communication (NFC) allows you to monitor the beacon’s status and diagnostics via a smartphone. With 121.5 MHz homing signals and visible and infrared strobes, the GlobalFix V5 AIS EPIRB offers unparalleled safety and convenience for mariners in any environment.
Key Features:
- Global and Local Signaling: Combines 406 MHz satellite connectivity and AIS functionality for comprehensive rescue coverage.
- Return Link Service (RLS): Provides visual confirmation that your distress signal has been received via a flashing blue light.
- NFC Smartphone Connectivity: Monitor battery life, diagnostics, and test data with the free ACR App.
- Enhanced Visibility: Includes 121.5 MHz homing signal, visible strobes, and infrared strobes for easy identification in low-light conditions.
- Durable and Reliable: Built for harsh marine environments with long-life lithium batteries and a waterproof design.
The GlobalFix V5 AIS EPIRB represents a significant technological advancement by pairing global and local rescue capabilities. The AIS feature ensures that nearby vessels with AIS transponders are immediately notified of your distress signal, allowing them to respond without waiting for search and rescue authorities. This rapid response capability increases the likelihood of a timely rescue, potentially saving lives. Simultaneously, the 406 MHz distress signal alerts global search and rescue authorities, ensuring a coordinated response.
With NFC integration, users can access beacon data effortlessly by connecting their smartphones to the device. The ACR App provides detailed information, such as battery status and GNSS test results, ensuring that the beacon is always ready for emergencies. Return Link Service further enhances confidence during distress situations by confirming that your message has been received and acknowledged by the Galileo satellite network.
ACR continues to lead in marine safety innovation with the GlobalFix V5 AIS EPIRB, making it an essential safety tool for mariners whether they are coastal cruising, working offshore, or navigating vast oceans. Combining durability, reliability, and advanced features, this EPIRB is designed to provide the quickest and most effective path to rescue.
| Name | GlobalFix V5 |
| Part Number | 2851 (Category I); 2852 (Category II) |
| Model Number | RLB-44 |
| Transmit Power (EIRP) (406/121.5) | 406.031 MHz, 12W / 121.5 MHz, 50mW +/- 3dB |
| AIS | Yes, AIS Alerts for Local Rescue |
| Return Link Service | Yes, Enabled RLS confirmation direct to beacon |
| NFC / Mobile App | Yes, Near Field Communication (NFC) and Mobile App Included |
| Strobe | White & Infrared Dual Technology |
| Size (antenna up) – Beacon Only | 18.5” x 4.3” x 4.36” (470 mm x 109 mm x 111 mm) |
| Weight – Beacon Only | 1.78 lbs (810 G) |
| Battery | Lithium battery, Li/FeS2 |
| Battery Replacement | 10-year replaceable battery (replace 10 years after the date of manufacture or after activation) |
| Temperature Range (Class 2) | Storage: -22°F to +158°F (-30°C to +70°C) Operating: -4°F to +131°F (-20°C to +55°C) |
| GPS | 72 Channel Multi-constellation receiver (GPS, Galileo, & Glonass GNSS) |
| Activation | Out of bracket and wet, or manually in or out of the bracket |
| Waterproof | 33 ft (10 m) for 5 min. |
| Buoyant | Yes |
| Operational Life | 48 hours minimum @ -4°F (-20°C) |
| Deployment | Category I – Hydrostatic Release (auto deploy) or Category II – Manual Release (manual deploy) |
| Warranty | 5 years |
| Accessories | EPIRB Mounting Hardware (Included – P/N 9657) Cat I Bracket (P/N 2832) (Included in P/N 2851) Cat II Bracket (P/N 9656) (Included in P/N 2852) HRU (P/N 9490.1) (Included in in P/N 2851) |
| Approvals | Cospas-Sarsat / FCC / MED / MER / Canada ISED |
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