ARS-100 Acoustic Reference Source
ARS-100 series beacons are programmable to create acoustic markers to provide a reference sound source for subsea recorders. Accurate timing and more than 16 transmission settings provide flexibility for your needs.
Available in 200-meter and 1,000-meter versions, this beacon can be deployed for up to one year.
Acoustic Output Signal
4kHz to 7kHz, CHIRP
Power Output
Maximum 145.5db
Beam Pattern
Omni-directional
Number of Chirps
Programmable from 4 to 7
Interval between Chirps
500ms, 1000ms
Output Signal on Time
498ms
Signal Timeout
Factory Programmable, 30 mins to 48 hours
Signal Time Drift
0C to 40C = 1min/per year
-40C to 0C = 4min/per year
Power Source
Alkaline Battery
Operating Life: 13 months
Activation
Mechanical on/off Switch
Depth Rating
200M (660ft)
ARS-100D: 1000m (3280ft)
Housing
PVC
ARS-100D: Aluminum Hard Anodized
Size
ARS-100: 56cm(L) X 12.7cm(D)
ARS-100D: 56cm(L) X 12.7cm(D)
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
For more information, please contact us at (858) 454-4044 or brock@o-vations.com.
