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πŸš€ ACR GlobalFix V4 Cat 2 EPIRB (Manual) - US Registration 2831 Review

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BrandAcr
Color1. Programmed for US
Are Batteries IncludedNo
Voice commandKeypad
Map TypeWorldwide

Description of πŸš€ ACR GlobalFix V4 Cat 2 EPIRB (Manual) - US Registration 2831

Drastically increase your probability of survival at sea with the multiple built-in redundancies of the GlobalFIX marine distress EPIRB. Upon activation, the GlobalFIX V4’s robust internal GPS accurately fixes your exact location and broadcasts them via a powerful 406 MHz distress signal to Search and Rescue forces worldwide. This EPIRB is pre-programmed for registration with the US country code and must be registered to a vessel with a US MMSI number. Whilst it will function anywhere around the world, the initial point of contact during an emergency situation would be the US Search and Rescue authorities with whom the PLB would be registered. Please note this EPIRB is not suitable for registration or use in Australia and New Zealand. If you require registration outside of the US, please purchase our alternative listing for β€˜Programmed for Rest of World'. We include at no charge a reprogramming service on this alternative listing to ensure the device can be registered in the country of your choice. Please be aware that the EPIRB must be registered in the same country as the MMSI registered to the vessel. Registering your EPIRB is mandatory in most countries. Registering is very important because should your beacon ever be activated, it is how Search and Rescue Teams will know who you are, and contacts provided may be able to supply information about your specific travel plans. In the absence of this information, it may take longer for a search-and-rescue operation to begin. This EPIRB should only be used in situations of grave and imminent danger to life. False alerts endanger lives and cause expensive disruption to Search and Rescue services. Deliberate misuse of the device could result in a penalty.

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Type of review

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Essential Equipment

Bought this for my boat while we sail East Grand Traverse Bay which is 600 feet deep in places! It's important to have protective gear in case something happens.

Pros
  • EPIRB registration is mandatory in most countries. Registration is very important because if your beacon ever activates, it lets search and rescue teams know who you are and the contacts provided can provide information about your specific travel plans. Without this information, the search and rescue operation may take longer to begin.
Cons
  • So So

Revainrating 5 out of 5

ACR is always high quality.

Just installed on a sailboat and is the second ACR product I have owned. The mount installs in minutes (screws not included). The NOAA registration form is pre-written with the beacon number, but use online registration as it is easier and faster.

Pros
  • If you require registration outside the US, please purchase our list of alternative programs for the rest of the world. To ensure that the device can be registered in the country of your choice, we include a free reprogramming service in this alternative list. Please note that the EPIRB must be registered in the same country as the MMSI registered on the vessel.
Cons
  • Slightly torn

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Basic Equipment

Bought for my boat while we are sailing in the East Grand Traverse which is 600 feet deep in places! It's important to have protective gear in case something happens.

Pros
  • Confident
Cons
  • I don't remember but there was something

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Essential Equipment

Bought this for my boat as we cruise East Grand Traverse Bay which is 600 feet deep in places! It is necessary to have protective equipment in case something happens.

Pros
  • Significantly increase your chances of survival at sea with the many built-in backups of the GlobalFIX Marine Emergency Beacon. Once activated, the GlobalFIX V4's reliable internal GPS module accurately determines your precise location and transmits it to search and rescue forces around the world via a strong 406MHz distress signal.
Cons
  • unreliable

Revainrating 5 out of 5

ACR is always high quality.

Just installed on a sailboat and is the second ACR product I own. The mount installs in minutes (screws not included). The NOAA registration form is pre-written with the beacon number, but use online registration as it is easier and faster.

Pros
  • Registering your EPIRB is mandatory in most countries. Registration is very important because if your beacon ever activates, it lets search and rescue teams know who you are and the contacts provided can provide information about your specific travel plans. Without this information, the search and rescue operation may take longer to begin.
Cons
  • Very expensive

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Does it really work

People really work. I took mine off the stand today while cleaning the boat and painting the center console and it kind of got wet from the hose spray and activated. I didn't realize it (middle of the day so didn't see the lights and the beep isn't very audible) until I went to my phone and saw the Coast Guard, my mother and older son calling me numerous times. Oops. In any case, it's good to know that if you follow the instructions, your life will be saved.

Pros
  • This EPIRB should only be used in situations of serious and imminent danger to life. False alerts are life threatening and cause costly disruptions to search and rescue services. Deliberate misuse of the device may result in a fine.
Cons
  • I'll write later