Replacement parts -1, Transmitter -1, Battery pack – batt:xls:sh:a:xx -1 – SkyHunter406 SKYHUNTER 406 HF User Manual
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August 8 ,2013
Rev 25
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REPLACEMENT PARTS
2.1
TRANSMITTER
The SkyHunter 406
TM
AF and SkyHunter 406
TM
HF models are designed to be installed on board
aircraft and transmit on 2 frequencies. The 406.037 MHz frequency is used to transmit location
and aircraft identification and the 121.5 MHz frequency is used in the final stage of rescue to
narrow the location of the distressed aircraft during SAR efforts.
2.2
BATTERY PACK – BATT:XLS:SH:A:XX
The 5 Volt Non-Rechargeable battery pack is comprised of 4 “D” Cell Li-SO
2
batteries which have
an operational life of 5 years before needing replacement.
2.3
SKYHUNTER 406 ROD/GPS ANTENNA – ANNT:XVG:SH:A:XX
This ROD/GPS antenna is rated for 600 knots and works with all SkyHunter406 ELT installation
kits. The antennas has a built in GPS receiving antenna. The antenna transmits on the 121.5 MHz
and 406.037 MHz frequencies .
2.4
WHIP ANTENNA (121.5/406 MHZ) – ANNT:XXW:SH:A:XX
The whip Antenna is designed to allow a simpler mounting option. This antenna transmits on
both 121.5 and 406 MHz frequencies. It requires only one hole for mounting. Note : The Whip
antenna does NOT provide the COSPAS-SARSAT Type approved GPS positioning since the whip
antenna does not have a built in GPS antenna. The internal GPS antenna of the ELT MAY work
depending on the aircraft fuselage material when mounted inside the aircraft.
2.5
REMOTE SWITCH ASSEMBLY – REMT:ROC:SH:A:XX
The Remote Switch Assembly contains an HD DB15 yellow connector housing with an externally
mounted audible indicator. The assembly comes complete with a panel mount rocker switch for
the cockpit .
The rocker panel switch has 3 positions “ON”/”ARM”/”RESET” with a light to indicate activation
and error codes during a self test. It is attached to the ELT via an HD DB15 connector using a 5
(4 wire + shield) conductor cable.
2.6
MOUNTING BRACKET KIT – BRKT:KIT:SH:A:XX
The bracket should be mounted near the tail of the aircraft and comes with a Velcro® Strap to
securely contain the SkyHunter 406
TM
ELT in its bracket.