Apollo X7
The Apollo X7 is a self-contained and independently-powered submersible beacon that provides two-way communications via Iridium Short Burst Data (SBD), as well as GPS and LED flasher capabilities. It enables tracking and easy recovery of critical underwater assets such as AUVs, ROVs and sensor equipment from anywhere in the world, utilizing a solid-state conductivity sensor to detect when the beacon breaks the surface of the water.
The beacon is compatible with Xeos Technologies' XeosOnline monitoring software, allowing users to receive incoming messages, send remote configuration commands, and track and monitor all assets from a single intuitive interface. Local setup can be easily performed via Bluetooth.
Specifications:
| Dimensions (L x D): | 52.91 x 5.08 cm (20.83 x 2.0") |
| Weight: | 3685 g - in air 2620 g - in water |
| Battery Supply: | 7 D cell alkaline batteries |
| Depth Rating: | 11,000 m |
| Iridium TX Power: | 800 mW (avg 30 sec) |
| Underwater Power: | 270 μW |
| Deployment Example: | 1 year subsurface 144 days at surface (GPS position & Iridium message interval 1 hr, 1 flash every 10 secs) |
