Getting Started Guide406LINK GSG.Rev.A

Congratulations on your new subscription to 406Link com Here are some basic

Getting Started with 406Link

to 406Link.com. Here are some basic instructions on how you can get started in as little as 60 seconds.

When you go to 406Link com you will see the When you go to 406Link.com, you will see the Client Login button in the upper right hand corner.

Select this link and enter your username and password that you created when you registeredpassword that you created when you registered for your account.

If you forget your username or password, click on the Forgot Username or Password link in the login section; enter your beacons 15 digit Unique Identification Number (HEX ID) and your email address. Your username and password will be

Logging In

pautomatically emailed to you.

BASIC Service Plan Map View Account Management Account Management Beacon Management

PLUS Service Plan Map View Account Management Beacon Management Trip PlanningTrip Planning Locate

Setting Up Your Account

The Map View allows you to choose between different map views (Street, Hybrid, Aerial and Birds eye), Zoom in and out of the map and n ig ting (No th E t So th nd We t) in onavigating (North, East, South and West) in your map view.

Helpful Hints:pYou can also click and drag on the Map to move from place to place as well as use the mouse wheel to zoom in and out.

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Change your log in name you use to log into your account

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Change the password you use to log into the site.

Update any of your personal account details such as address, phone, and email. You can also add some emergency contact information

Here you can also add 2 emergency contacts and their information. Emergency contacts information will not be shared with anyone for marketing purposes Should Search and Rescue contact ACR

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will not be shared with anyone for marketing purposes. Should Search and Rescue contact ACR regarding assistance in locating details about a beacon that has been registered with our website, this information may be shared to assist Search and Rescue only.

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EDIT ICON

Edit Icon on the side of a row indicates that the field can be edited

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This is where your beacon details are stored. On the far right side you will see the edit icon, which will allow you to make changes to your Beacon Details such as the Type of Beacon, Manufacturer, Model, Battery Replacement Date, Normal storage location and a contact phone number. Note that the 15 HEX ID cannot be changed. Each account is per Beacon and if an additional Beacon is to be added to your account, simply select Add New Beacon located on this page.

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Note: Make sure that the check mark next to the email and SMS are selected. If they are not selected, they will not receive the self test message.

In order for SMS Text Messages to be sent, you need to enter the cell phone provider for each cell phone as each cell phone provider has different protocol for sending SMS Text Messages.

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phone provider has different protocol for sending SMS Text Messages.

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This page contains all of your self testof your self test, activation and service history for each beacon you have in your account. If you have multiple beacons in your account make sure you select the beacon you want to review first.

Here you will have the complete list of all self tests that been senttests that been sent through the beacon management system. You can also view how much longer until your battery needs to be replaced, locate your

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p , ybeacons owner manual and log any additional service history notes about your beacon.

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With the New AquaLink or SARLink PLBs from ACR Electronics, if you have purchased the PLUS plan, you can view your GPS position on the map by selecting the Map Icon

AVAILABLE WITH THE PLUS PLAN ONLY Map your GPS Position

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position on the map by selecting the Map Icon

Arrow indicates location of GPS Self Test (100 meter accuracy from the Cospas Sarsat satellites).

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Self Testing Your Beacon:Note 406Link works with many different EPIRBs ELTs and PLBsNote 406Link works with many different EPIRBs, ELTs and PLBs. Please consult your owners manual for the proper self testing procedures.

1. Self Test must be performed OUTSIDE with a CLEAR VIEW TO THE SKY

2. For best result, face beacon towards the equator and make sure no buildings or obstructions are blocking the view to the sky.

3. It is very important that you deploy your antenna prior to performing a self test so that the signal has the best chance to reach the satellites.

4. Press the Self Test Button in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations

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manufacturers recommendations.

5. Wait until the Self Test is fully complete.

6. Stow Antenna for storage.

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Use extreme care not to falsely activate your beacon.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Self Test?

How often should I carry out a Self Test?

What is a GPS Self Test?What is a GPS Self Test?

What does a Self Test check?

What is a Through Satellite Self Test?

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What does a Through Satellite Self Test check?

What are the advantages of a Through Satellite Self Test?

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Are there any Beacons that I can't test Through the Satellites?

What happens if I set off a false alert by mistake?

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How do I carry out a Through Satellite Self Test?

What should I do if I get a Self Test failure?

What if the Through Satellite Self Test Doesn't Work?

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