ACR&Artex MicroFix 406 GPS PLB - Manual (Page 12)

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QUESTION:
Is it okay if I lend my PLB to a friend who is going on a trip?
Answer:
YES, give a copy of this product support manual so your friend will properly know how to use this beacon in an
emergency, along with the responsibilities that come along with owning one. Then you must register the beacon again
with your friend’s information in case an emergency should arise. Once the PLB is returned to you, update your
registration. Remember, registering your beacon is free, so update your registration as often as you want.
QUESTION:
What should I do with my PLB when I am not using it?
ANSWER:
Stow it away in a safe location to prevent it from an inadvertent activation.
QUESTION:
What is the IR LED on my keypad for?
ANSWER:
The IR LED is for programming the country code into your PLB, and resetting the battery witness seal. Both activities
can only be done by an authorized ACR certified service center.
QUESTION:
Can I use my PLB outside of the country I have registered it with?
ANSWER:
Yes, they work as part of a global system. Be sure to update your registration file with your travel itinerary so that the
country your beacon is registered with knows your trip plan so that any useful information can be passed on to the SAR
authorities governing the country you are visiting if an emergency should occur.
QUESTION:
If I move to another country, do I need to have my PLB reprogrammed?
ANSWER:
If you should move to a new country you should bring your PLB to an authorized ACR service center to be reprogrammed
with that countries national code. Next it is very important to update your registration files. Register your beacon with
your new country so that they have your latest information and contact information in case of an emergency. Also, notify
the country you previously had your PLB registered with that you have moved and that your registration has been
updated with your new countries 406 registration database.
QUESTION:
Can I take my PLB on an airplane?
ANSWER:
With regards to general aviation, Yes, the PLB can be very useful if your plane should happen to crash. A 406 MHz PLB
is more likely to summons help faster then a 121.5 MHz ELT. The higher altitudes while flying will not cause your PLB to
activate.
With regards to commercial traveling, it is a personal preference if you want to store your PLB in your carry on bag or
your checked baggage. If you choose to carry your PLB in your carry on baggage, you may wish to check with the airline
about any restrictions or proper documentation that you may need to carry with your PLB. The higher altitudes while
flying will not cause your PLB to activate.