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IEC 61097-2:2008

Global maritime distress and safety system (GMDSS) - Part 2: COSPAS-SARSAT EPIRB - Satellite emergency position indicating radio beacon operating on 406 MHz - Operational and performance requirements, methods of testing and required test results

Standard Details

Specifies the minimum performance requirements, technical characteristics and type-testing requirements of the satellite emergency position-indicating radio beacon used in the COSPAS-SARSAT satellite system (satellite EPIRB), as required by the International Convention for Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS). Is associated with IEC 60945 and incorporates the performance StandardDetails of the relevant IMO Resolutions and ITU Regulations. Significant changes in this third edition include revised characteristics for the low duty cycle light, together with a revised test to allow the use of white LEDs. Other requirements have been clarified or revised as well.

General Information

Status : WITHDRAWN
Standard Type: Main
Document No: IEC 61097-2:2008
Document Year: 2008
Pages: 44
Edition: 3.0
  • Section Volume:
  • TC 80 Maritime navigation and radiocommunication equipment and systems
  • ICS:
  • 47.020.70 Navigation and control equipment

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