rescueMe PLB1 Personal Location Beacon

rescueMe PLB1 Personal Satellite Locater Beacon

Wherever you are, at sea, on land, the rescueME PLB1 provides the reassurance that global emergency services can be alerted by the press of a button. The rescueMe PLB1 can be operated with a single hand in even the most challenging situations. A simple spring loaded flap covers the activation button preventing inadvertent use. rescueME PLB1 works with the only officially recognised worldwide dedicated search and rescue satellite network (operated by Cospas Sarsat). As this is funded by governments there are NO CHARGES to use this service. The PLB1 uses both 406Mhz and 121.5Mhz frequencies to aid rescuers to find you.
When activated the rescueME PLB1 transmits your position and your ID to a Rescue Coordination Center via satellite link. Rescue services nearest to you are promptly notified of your emergency and regularly advised of your current location to assist prompt rescue. The rescueME PLB1 includes a flotation pouch to enable it to float.  

Features:

• Tiny size, big safety
• Easily fits to lifejackets
• Retractable Antenna
• 7 Year Battery Life
• 24+ hour operational life
• High brightness strobe light >1candela
• 66 channel GPS receiver
• Unique mounting clip
• Operates on the global Cospas Sarsat rescue system
• Free to use, no subscription charges
• Made in the UK

406MHz Satellite Transmitter Specifications:
Frequency: 406.040MHz
Tolerance: ±1kHz
Output Power: 5watts (nominal)
Stability: 2ppb/100ms
Modulation: Phase ±1.1radians (peak)
Emission Designator: 16K0G1D
Encoding: Bi-phase L
Data Rate: 400bps
Duration: 520ms

121.5MHz Homing Beacon Specifications:
Frequency: 121.5MHz
Stability: ±50ppm
Output Power: 25-100mW PERP
Modulation: Swept Tone AM
Emission Designator: 3K20A3X
Modulation Depth: 85-100%
Sweep Range: 400Hz – 1300Hz

Low Duty Cycle Strobe Light Specifications:
Light Type: High intensity LED
Output Power: ~1candela

GPS Receiver Specifications:
Sensitivity Cold Start: -148dBm
Sensitivity Re-acquisition: -163dBm
Satellites channels tracked: 60
GPS Antenna: Microstrip patch

Battery Specifications:
Type: Lithium Primary
Chemistry: Manganese Dioxide (LiMnO2)
Battery Lifespan (storage/standby): 7 years
Operational Life when activated: >24hours @ -20°C

Dimensions:
Height: 77mm (3.0")
Width: 51mm (2.1")
Depth: 32.5mm (1.3")
Weight: 116g

Environmental Specifications:
Operating Temperature Range: -20°C to +55°C
Storage Temperature Range: -30°C to +70°C
Waterproof: 15 metres at +20°C
Drop: 1metre @ -30°C

* Always refer to the manufacturer for specific instructions before installing this product directly to your life jacket.
** To comply with national regulation PLB1 beacons supplied to Australia and New Zealand include a floatation pouch permanently attached. Please note that the PLB will not float in an operating position in the pouch.  Please ensure the PLB is firmly attached to the pouch with the provided lanyard, using suitable self locking knots.

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