Smartfind GMDSS NAVTEX
NAVTEX

At A Glance

  • Large 6" colour display
  • Simple and intuitive to use
  • Easy to read extra large font
  • Tri-channel simultaneous reception
  • ESM Enhanced Signal Monitoring
  • Printer output
  • GPS interface capability
  • INS and ECDIS interface capability
  • Range of antennas available

Smartfind GMDSS (Global Maritime Distress and Safety System) NAVTEX is an IMO mandatory fit automatic maritime safety and weather information receiver. NAVTEX provides shipping and other marine users with vital navigational warnings, meteorological information and urgent safety information.

The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX provides clear and up-to-date NAVTEX maritime safety information automatically delivered in bright colour-delineated text on a large 6 inch screen. Three parallel igital receivers simultaneously provide tri-channel monitoring of the international 518 KHz English language service, 490 KHz national language and the 4209.5 KHz long range NAVTEX services. McMurdo’s unique ESM® (Enhanced Signal Monitoring) feature means extra-reliable message recovery and a reduction in message text errors.

Easy to read in all light conditions, the large daylight viewable 4-colour LCD screen has an adjustable back light and three user-selectable font sizes: medium, large or extra-large for ease of use. Different message categories are coloured according to the NAVTEX message type (Navigation Warning, Meteorological Forecast or urgent Search and Rescue message), making each message type instantly recognisable at a glance.

NAVTEX messages can be quickly reviewed in a short message listing and then opened in full to read the complete message text. Powerful automatic sorting features allow messages to be viewed pre-sorted by reception channel, station ID, message category type or age. A quick index message listing page is provided, one for each channel. This enables the user to quickly locate new or unread messages. Messages are automatically deleted after 72 hours, but there is also an option for the user to lock individual messages to prevent automatic deletion.

The McMurdo SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX supports interface connection to Integrated Navigation System (INS) or Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS) and can be connected to a separate hard copy printer. A wide range of antenna options include a heavy duty professional two band active antenna that is optimised to provide high quality reception of all recognised NAVTEX channels.

Printouts are available by purchasing a compatible third-party printer such as the SEIKO DPU414.

 

We Manufacture

  • EPIRBs
    EPIRBs - safety for your boat McMurdo have a long history of supplying high quality emergency equipment to the commercial shipping, IMO and SOLAS markets. The SmartFind EPIRB range continues this tradition with the most compact, technically advanced and robust unit to date. The non-hazardous battery makes shipment quick and easy ensuring that vessels are not unduly delayed, no matter where they may be, when a replacement unit is required. Smartfind EPIRBs are available in a manual bracket or a SOLAS approved automatic housing.
  • PLBs
    PLBs - for your personal safety The Fast Find range of Personal Location Beacons has many of the benefits of the 406MHz EPIRB. They operate on the 406Mhz global satellite rescue system ensuring that your emergency signal can be sent from anywhere in the world. They also transmit a 121.5MHz homing signal and some models benefit from a dedicated built in GPS which sends a highly accurate location position typically +/- 50metres within a few minutes of switching the unit on. This enables the rescue authorities to greatly reduce their search time. PLBs are registered to an individual rather than a vessel; this is of particular benefit if you are moving from boat to boat. Fast Find is compact, and a range of accessories ensure that you can safely move around without fear of losing the unit. The Fast Find is of particular benefit if you are moving from boat to boat or having to work on deck in adverse weather conditions. It is compact and accessories ensure that you can safely move around without fear of losing the unit.
  • Personal AIS Beacon
    Personal AIS Beacon Waterproof, buoyant and compact, this unique device can make all the difference in a search and rescue situation.
  • Navtex
    Navtex NAVTEX is an IMO mandatory fit automatic maritime safety and weather information receiver. NAVTEX provides shipping and other marine users with vital navigational warnings, meteorological information and urgent safety information.
  • SARTs
    SART - assisting in the rescue and recovery of liferafts and survival craft A SART is a 'search and rescue locating device' designed to assist in survivor craft location during search and rescue operations.   The SART is primarily intended for fitment by SOLAS vessels under carriage requirement rules. SOLAS fitting rules differ depending on type and size of vessel and survival craft. In general, at least one search and rescue locating device is carried on each side of every passenger and cargo ship over 500 gross tons. Smaller SOLAS classified vessels are required to carry at least one search and rescue locating device. The SART should be stowed on board in a location where it can be rapidly placed in any survival craft. Once activated, the SART may be suspended inside the survival craft or mounted in an elevated position using the integrated extending pole.
  • VHF Radios
    VHF Radios McMurdo's internationally approved Handheld VHF Radio range meets the latest stringent IMO, GMDSS and ETSI standards. The two models in the range give you the choice of purchasing either a dedicated emergency only VHF or a general usage VHF that also fulfills all GMDSS requirements for emergency usage.
  • Grab Bags
    Grab Bags McMurdo offers a range of Grab Bags designed to meet the needs of the professional mariner. The standard Grab Bag is designed for use on light commercial vessels of workboats. Waterproof and buoyant it has plenty of space for emergency equipment survival supplies. The GRAB BAG XL is ideal for large commercial vessels. Features include an external EPIRB pocket and flare storage compartment.

McMurdo Ltd, Silver Point, Airport Service Rd, Portsmouth, PO3 5PB, United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 23 9262 3900

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