The FastFind CREW1 is an AIS man overboard device with a range of features that speed up detection and support the local rescue of crew members in a MOB situation.
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the FastFind brand, known for life-saving PLB solutions (Personal Locator Beacon), Seas of Solutions is pleased to announce that the FastFind CREW1 AIS MOB will complement the RLS-enabled FastFind Return Link PLB in our marine electronics portfolio. The new CREW1 offers the quality and innovation you would expect from a FastFind beacon and has been designed to improve the survivability of those who work or play on the water.
The FastFind CREW1 AIS man overboard device has been developed to speed up location and support the local rescue of crew members in a MOB situation. The CREW1 offers a range of innovative features in a compact and easy-to-carry design. The semi-automatic beacon can be activated by water or manually. It features an extended battery life of 36 hours and a powerful SOS flashing function. With its robust construction and multiple attachment options, the FastFind CREW1 is designed for crew survivability. With a diving depth of up to 50 m, the Crew1 is a versatile commercial AIS man overboard solution.
Features
Compact and offers dynamic adjustment options for lifejackets
Highly accurate, regularly updated GPS coordinates to speed up location finding
Water and manual activation options
Compatible with AIS electronics, e.g. chartplotters
Powerful LED signals an SOS message to assist in low-light conditions
The high-performance battery enables longer signal operation with an activation time of 36 hours (typical at -10°C)
5-year storage life
IP68 waterproof with 50 m immersion depth.
How FastFind CREW1 works
CREW1 is activated in an emergency situation for crew recovery
An alert message is sent to all AIS receivers and AIS-enabled chartplotters within a radius of 4 miles (typical).
An AIS-SART alert symbol (image) marks the survivor's location•Accurate target survivor information, including GPS position, is displayed when the chartplotter cursor* is placed over the symbol.
Indication of the exact location, distance and bearing to find the person(s) in need of assistance
Not all AIS-equipped chartplotters for small vessels display the IMO-recommended symbol. At a minimum, they display the same symbol used for other vessels - normally an arrow. In addition, you can configure the display in the user settings to show the TX ID number, which for Crew1 always begins with 972. This allows you to distinguish the CREW1 from other vessels. All new ECDIS plotters (on vessels over 300 tons) should display the symbol correctly.
*For use with AIS-enabled plotters, please contact your plotter manufacturer for further information.
Installation and activation
The FastFind CREW1 is supplied as standard with a clip that allows the device to be attached to the lifejacket belt, as well as an alternative clip that can be attached to the lifejacket oral inflation tube. This clip can be fitted on either side of the oral tube.
Activation can be either manual or by water sensor activation. For manual activation, the red antenna cap must be pulled off to release the antenna, and then the activation tab must be pulled off. The device immediately begins transmitting alert messages. For activation by the water sensor, you must pull off the red antenna cap to release the antenna. If the water sensor embedded at the bottom of the device is immersed in water for more than 3 seconds, the device is activated and begins transmitting.
