ACR&Artex ThunderBird SSAS User Manual
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Foreword
Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the ACR ThunderBird 406 MHz Ship Security Alert System
(SSAS). The combination of superior design, high quality raw materials and quality controlled manufacturing
produces a product that will perform for years to come. The test facility at ACR can reproduce some of the
harshest environmental conditions known to man. This assures that the products we design and manufacture can
stand up to the rigors found in a marine environment. With proper care and maintenance, your SSAS will be in
service for years to come.
ACR is proud to be certified to the ISO 9001:2000, the International Standard for Quality.
This manual provides installation, operation and maintenance instructions for the ThunderBird 406 MHz SSAS,
hereinafter referred to as the beacon. This manual also describes the characteristics and details of the beacon
system. The FCC authorizes the use of 406 MHz radio beacon by any ship that is also equipped with a VHF Ship
Station. This will make the 406 MHz radio beacon available for use on most U.S. ships and boats.
Table of Contents
SECTION 1 - REGISTRATION AND PROGRAMMING YOUR 406 MHZ BEACONS ............................................... 1