Where is the best place to wear a Mobilarm V100?
In order for the Mobilarm V100 to transmit the VHF distress alerts successfully, the flexible antenna must be out of the water. This means that the unit is best positioned high on the front of a person’s body, ideally at chest height. The water sensors on the base of the unit must be submerged for at least 5 seconds to automatically activate the device, otherwise the device must be manually activated. A Remote Water-Sensing Extension Kit (part number MOA-00202) is also available to extend the water sensing capability of the device. This allows a Mobilarm V100 to be worn or mounted higher from sea level to achieve a wider alerting range but still be water activated in an emergency. The Mobilarm V100 is also available to purchase already embedded into a life jacket (see www.mobilarm.com for further details) which ensures that it is in the most effective position for water activation and emergency message transmission, while also assisting the casualty to remain afloat and face up in the
