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The ARTEX C406-N is a single-output emergency locator transmitter (ELT) for fixed-wing aircraft installations. Manufacturer part number 453-5060.

Designed to accept latitude and longitude information from the aircraft navigation system, the C406-N transmits an encoded 406 MHz distress message to the Cospas-Sarsat satellite system using the long-message protocol. It also provides the standard swept-tone transmissions on 121.5 MHz and 243.0 MHz following activation.

• Single-output ELT design
• Automatic crash activation via G-switch, with manual activation capability
• Operating frequencies: 406 MHz, 121.5 MHz and 243.0 MHz
• 406 MHz encoded digital distress transmission to the Cospas-Sarsat satellite system
• Supports aircraft navigation-system position data
• Optional programming adapter can support aircraft 24-bit address and custom programming

Confirm the required installation configuration, programming, associated antenna, remote switch and applicable aircraft documentation before purchase or installation.

Manufacturer documentation: ARTEX C406-N / C406-N HM Description, Operation, Installation and Maintenance Manual.