Ocean Signal PLB3 with AIS, RLS, and NFC Mobile Connectivity

RRP: $849.00
Cat.No:
74531
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With the introduction of Automatic Identification System (AIS) functionality, Return Link Service (RLS) technology, and Near Field Communication (NFC) capabilities in one 406 MHz Personal Locator Beacon (PLB), the rescueME PLB3 represents a significant step forward in the evolution of PLB’s.

The merging of 406 MHz and AIS distress messaging effectively pairs both global and local rescue, thereby maximizing access to the most effective rescue resources available.

In addition, NFC capability provides users with the world’s first smartphone connected PLB and the all-new Return Link Service feature provides users with the comfort in knowing that their distress message has been received and their location detected by worldwide Search and Rescue personnel.

As a leading innovator in life-saving products for both professional and recreational use, Ocean Signal is proud to offer the PLB3.

As the world’s FIRST Personal Locator Beacon to include AIS and the world’s FIRST PLB to include NFC, there’s no need to justify why the PLB3 should be your FIRST choice.

   Features

  • No Subscription Required
  • 406 MHz Cospas Sarsat Distress Signal (MEOSAR Compatible)
  • 121.5 MHz Local Homing Signal
  • AIS (Automatic Identification System) Locating Signal
  • Smartphone connectivity via NFC (Near Field Communication)
  • Free Ocean Signal Beacon Mobile App (IOS and Android)
  • Return Link Service (RLS) Functionality
  • GNSS via GPS and Galileo Satellites
  • Strobe and Infrared Strobe Light
  • Global Coverage
  • Simple PFD attachment
  • Designed to Integrate with common Inflatable PFDs
  • Multifunction Clip System Included
  • Small and lightweight
  • 5-year battery life
  • Over 24 hours Operational Life

DOWNLOADS:

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Specifications
Specification
406MHz Satellite Transmitter
  • Frequency: 406.031MHz
  • Tolerance: ±1kHz
  • Output Power: 5W Typical
  • Modulation: Phase ±1.1radians
  • Emission Designator: 16K0G1D
  • Encoding: Bi-phase L
  • Data Rate: 400bps
121.5MHz Homing Beacon
  • Frequency: 121.5MHz
  • Stability: ±50ppm
  • Output Power (PERP) 25 - 100mW
  • Modulation: Swept Tone AM (3K20A3X)
  • Modulation Factor: 0.85-1.0
  • Modulation Duty Cycle: >35%
  • Duty Cycle: 98%
AIS Transmitter
  • Frequency: 161.975/162.025MHz ±500Hz
  • Transmit Power (EIRP) 1 Watt ±3dB
  • Baud Rate: 9600 baud
  • Synchronisation: UTC
  • Messages: Message 1 (Position), Message 14 (Status)
  • Repetition Interval: 8 messages/min. /Message 14, 2x every 4 minutes
Visible Light Strobe
  • Light Type: High-Intensity LED
  • Light Colour: White
  • Flash Rate: 20-30 per minute
  • Intensity: >1 candela
Infra Red Strobe
  • Light Type:  IR LED
  • Light Colour: 850nm
  • Flash Rate: 20-30 per minute
  • Intensity: 7.5mW/sr

Battery

  • Type: Lithium/Iron Disulphide (Li/FeS2)
  • Operating lifetime: >24 hours @ -20°C
  • Lithium Metal Weight (for air transport) <2mg
  • Replacement Interval: 6 years from the date of manufacture

GNSS Receiver

  • Satellite Channels: 72 acquisition
  • Sensitivity: -167dBm
  • Cold Start Re-acquisition: -148dBm
  • GPS Antenna: Microstrip Patch

Environmental

  • Temperature Range (operational) Class 2 -20°C to +55°C
  • Temperature Range (storage) Class 2 -30°C to +70°C
  • Damp Heat (humidity) 40°C at 93%
  • Drop (hard surface) 1m: 6 sides
  • Water Immersion:  >10m (1.0bar) : > 60 minutes
  • Thermal Shock: 45°C into 100mm of water : > 1 hour

Standards

  • Cospas Sarsat: T.001 / T.007
  • EU RED: EU Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU.

SHIPPING DELAYS EXPECTED TO WESTERN AUSTRALIA

The Sydney-to-Perth rail link is currently closed due to heavy rain and flooding. The Melbourne-to-Adelaide rail link is also closed due to damage caused by a train derailment.

This situation is causing extended delays of deliveries to Western Australia for the following shipping services:

- Australia Post eParcel - Regular
- TNT Road

If you need an order in Western Australia urgently, consider using  the "Australia Post eParcel - Express" service if it is available for your order. Alternatively contact our WA MAIL ORDER DEPARTMENT to discuss options based on stock already available in WA.

CHRISTMAS ORDERS

Australia Post and our Commercial Couriers are expecting the festive season to be extra busy this year. Based on their advice, we cannot guarantee orders placed after the cut-off dates listed below will be delivered by Christmas.

To avoid disappointment place your Christmas orders as early as possible.

State Regular Express
ACT 11th Dec 15th Dec
NSW 11th Dec 15th Dec
NT   5th Dec 11th Dec
QLD 11th Dec 15th Dec
SA 11th Dec 15th Dec
TAS 11th Dec 15th Dec
VIC 11th Dec 15th Dec
WA   1st Dec 11th Dec

 

Overseas, offshore islands and distant mainland locations may take up to 3 or 4 weeks to deliver. Please contact your local Mail Order Department to discuss specific details relating to your situation.


SHIPPING

All orders are shipped from our Brookvale, Sydney order fulfilment centre. Orders are normally shipped within 5 business days - most quicker!

Shipping day estimates after your order leaves our fulfilment centre in Sydney are based on Australia Post domestic delivery times:

 State   Regular
  Express
 ACT   2 - 3 business days   1 - 2 business days
 NSW   2 - 4 business days   1 - 3 business days
 NT   4 - 13 business days   3 - 5 business days
 QLD   3 -12 business days   2 - 4 business days
 SA   3 - 5 business days   2 - 4 business days
 TAS   4 - 8 business days   2 - 4 business days
 VIC   3 - 5 business days   2 - 3 business days
 WA   5 - 10 business days   2 - 6 business days


* These delivery times are an estimate and actual delivery times may vary based on peak periods and other external factors. Bulky orders may take longer.

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International Shipping

We are currently unable to deliver online orders outside of Australia.

If you are located outside of Australia and wish to place an order offline. Please contact our Mail Order department or send us an enquiry via the orange help bubble located at the bottom right of this page.

 

RETURNS

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