In an emergency, the MicroFix™ transmits on 406 MHz via the COSPAS-SARSAT satellite system with the sender’s unique registered, digitally coded distress signal.

Once activated by a single button, the MicroFix’s built-in 12 channel parallel GPS acquires then transmits LAT/LON, dramatically saving valuable time for the distress message to reach local rescue centers with exact coordinates to within 110 yards (100 meters). The MicroFix™ also simultaneously transmits a signal on the 121.5 MHz (SAR homing frequency) to assist rescuers home in once in the general area.

Additional unique MicroFix™ features include:

• Full functional self-test of internal circuitry, battery voltage and power, 406 MHz transmission and GPS acquisition—an ACR exclusive.
• The MicroFix™ is the smallest, 1.4 x 5.85 x 2.21 (35.5 x 149 x 56 cm), lightest, 10 oz (285 g), and most function-rich in existence.
• Typical operating life: 40 hrs at -4°F (-20°C) and 8 hrs at -40°F (-40°C).
• Two Class II lithium battery packs. Batteries are non-hazmat making shipping safe, fast and easy. Five-year replacement cycle (11-year storage).
• Waterproof up to 16 ft (5 m) at one hour and 33 ft (10 m) at ten minutes.
• A flat, stainless steel antenna wraps compactly around the unit for easy stowage, and is ready for rapid deployment.