The FastFind Crew1 AIS Man Overboard (MOB) device transmits an AIS MOB message with the user’s position and ID via AIS (Automatic Identification System) when activated. The transmission is then received by AIS equipped vessels within local radio range.

The inbuilt GPS receiver transmits the user’s exact location, dramatically reducing the time taken to locate them.

The FastFind Crew1 AIS MOB device also features a flashing white light to help rescuers pinpoint the user’s precise location in the water.

The device can be carried in the supplied belt pouch but can also be fitted to lifejackets using the clip options as supplied.

After the lifejacket is inflated, pull the activation cord downwards, releasing the red cap and deploying the antenna. Transmissions will then start shortly after, and the light will flash.

This Crew1 device can be stored in a standby mode, ready to automatically activate on contact with water.

VHF Performance:

- Frequency: AIS 1, 161.975MHz / AIS 2, 162.025 MHz

- Data rate: 9,600bps

- Tx power: 2W (1W EIRP)

- Bandwidth: 25 KHz

- Modulation: GMSK

- Range: 4nm typical with receiver antenna > 5m above sea level

- AIS message type: Message 1 (TXID, GPS position, SOG, COG) / Message 14 (MOB ACTIVE or MOB TEST)

GPS Receiver:

- Receiving channels: 72

- Frequency: L1, 1575.42 MHz

- Tracking sensitivity: (-)159 dBm

- Reacquisition: (-)163 dBm

- Position update: Every minute

- Position accuracy: < 2.0 m SBAS / < 2.5 m Autonomous /

LED Indication

- Battery (green/red)

- GPS Positioning (green/red)

Battery

- Type: Primary Lithium (not rechargeable)

- Operating time: 36 hours at -10°C, typical

- Storage (battery life): 5 years, replacement due after emergency use

Key Features

Highly accurate, regularly updated GPS coordinates

Water and manual activation options

Compatible with AIS electronics, e.g. chart plotters

High strength LED signals SOS message to aid low light detection

High powered battery allows extended signal operation with 36 hrs activation time

5 years storage life

IP68 Waterproof with 50 meter immersion depth