AS/NZS 4280.1:2003

406 MHz satellite distress beacons - Marine emergency position-indicating radio beacons (EPIRBs)

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Provides manufacturers, suppliers and testing facilities of 406 MHz satellite distress beacons with the minimum radiofrequency and environmental requirements and associated test methods to enable design and confirmation of compliance with Australia and New Zealand radio frequency spectrum and maritime regulatory requirements. Based on IEC 61097-2:2002 with modifications for New Zealand and Australia.

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Amendment history

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AS/NZS 4280.1:2002 as of 07/11/2003

Publishing information

Status: SUPERSEDED

Published: 06/11/2003

Pages: 60

Committee: RC/04

References

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Overseas Standards References:

ITU-R Recommendation M.585 as amendedAssignment and use of maritime mobile service identities
ITU-R Recommendation M.633Transmission characteristics of a satellite emergency position-indicating radio beacon (satell
ITU-R Recommendation M.690-1Technical characteristics of emergency position indicating radio beacons (EPIRBs) operating
IEC 60945Marine navigation and radiocommunication equipment and systems ? General Requirements ? Methods of testing and

Other References:

ITU-R Recommendation M.690-1Technical characteristics of emergency position indicating radio beacons (EPIRBs) operating on the carrier frequencies of 1215 MHz and 243 MHz
INTERNATINAL MARITIME ORGANIZATION Resolution A.689(17):1991Testing of life-saving appliances
INTERNATINAL MARITIME ORGANIZATION Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Convention 1974 as amended.(GMDSS)
COSPAS-SARSAT C/S T.007as amendedCOSPAS-SARSAT 406 MHz distress beacon type approval standard (as applicable to EPIRBs).
INTERNATINAL MARITIME ORGANIZATION Resolution A.694(17):1991General requirements for shipborne radio equipment forming part of the global maritime distress and safety system (GMDSS) and for electronic navigational aids
INTERNATINAL MARITIME ORGANIZATION Resolution A.658(16):1989Use and fitting of retro-reflective materials on life-saving appliances
ITU-R Recommendation M.585 as amendedAssignment and use of maritime mobile service identities
INTERNATINAL MARITIME ORGANIZATION Resolution A.662(16):1989Performance standards for float-free release and activation arrangements for emergency radio equipments
ITU-R Recommendation M.633Transmission characteristics of a satellite emergency position-indicating radio beacon (satellite EPIRB) system operating through a low polar-orbiting satellite system in the 406 MHz band
INTERNATINAL MARITIME ORGANIZATION Resolution A.696(17):1991Type approval of satellite emergency position-indicating radio beacons (EPIRBs) operating in the COSPAS-SARSAT system
INTERNATINAL MARITIME ORGANIZATION Resolution A.810(19):1995Performance standards for float-free satellite emergency position-indicating radio beacons (EPIRBs) operating on 406 MHz
COSPAS-SARSAT C/S T.001as amendedSpecification for COSPAS-SARSAT 406 MHz distress beacons and
INTERNATINAL MARITIME ORGANIZATION Resolution A.702(17):1991Radio maintenance guidelines for the global maritime distress and safety system (GMDSS) related to sea areas A3 and A4

Citations

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Maritime Rules Part 43: Radio

Ministry: Maritime New Zealand
Section: 43

Citation Context:
Class 3 Emergency position-indicating radio beacons operating on 406 MHz must – (a) comply with the Australian/New Zealand standard AS/NZS 4280.1:2003 – 406 MHz satellite distress beacons, Part 1: Marine emergency position indicating radio beacons (EPIRB)

Radiocommunications Regulations (Radio Standards) Notice 2015 - Revoked

Ministry: Ministry of Business, Innovation, and Employment
Section: Table 1

Citation Context:
Listed as a Standard applicable to maritime, aeronautical and safety services

Radiocommunications Regulations (Radio Standards) Notice 2016 - Revoked

Ministry: Ministry of Business, Innovation, and Employment
Section: Table 1

Citation Context:
Listed as a Standard applicable to maritime, aeronautical and safety services

Radiocommunications (Radio Standards) Notice 2010 - Revoked

Ministry: Ministry of Business, Innovation, and Employment
Section: Table 1

Citation Context:
Listed as a Standard applicable to maritime, aeronautical and safety services

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Maritime Rules Part 43: Radio

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