Sailor SC4150 Operating Instructions Manual
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iiIMPORTANT!Even though a GPS can beconnected to the unit,pressing ‘ALERT’ will NOT automaticallytransmit your GPS-based position.ALERTThe ‘ALERT’ buttonis placed in the hook:Press ‘ALERT’ for 3 secondsto start the following sequence:1. A call for Iridium’s ® special service will beissued from the Iridium terminal, even ifanother user has occupied the line.2. Any other user of the Iridium system onboardwill be cut off immediately.3. The display will show ‘ALERT’.4. The Iridium Network will route your call to thenearest Rescue Coordination Centre.5. Valid subscription status is mandatory. If theuser is in debt and the account is barred,“ALERT” will not work.Inform the RCC of:1. Your name.2. The identity of the vessel originating the call.3. If possible, your position.4. The reason for the call.5. What needs to be doneFuture GMDSS Approval‘ALERT’ will connect you directly to a RescueCoordination Centre because the Iridium systemas such has agreements with all separate RCC’s.In Japanese A1 and A2 areas Iridium has gainedacknowledgement as a GMDSS partner.When Iridium gains its global GMDSS approval,which is expected to take place in 2003, you canhave your equipment rebuilt so as to:• download new software enabling GMDSSdistress calls and automatic transmission of aGPS-based position, and• replace the yellow ‘ALERT’ button by a red‘DISTRESS’ button.Furthermore, a new operator’s manual will beissued including a description of the ‘DISTRESS’functionality. |
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