Ocean Signal PLB1

Ocean Signal PLB1

Ocean Signal PLB1, the World's smallest PLB

• Waterproof to 15m
• No subscription
• Link via satellite to Emergency Services
• High intensity (1 candela) strobe
• Fast accurate positioning
• Easily deployed antenna
• 7 year battery life
• 30 percent smaller
• Flotation pouch (as an accessory)
• Homing Beacon to aid final location by search and Rescue craft
• 30% smaller (typ) by volume
• Easily fits to lifejacket*
• Retractable Antenna
• 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

Wherever you are, at sea, on land, the Ocean Signal PLB1 provides the reassurance that global emergency services can be alerted by the press of a button.

The Ocean Signal 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.

Ocean Signal 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.

When activated the Ocean Signal PLB1 transmits your position and your ID to a Rescue Coordination Center via satellite link. Rescue services nearest to your are promptly notified of your emergency and regularly advised of your current location to assist prompt rescue.

The Ocean Signal PLB1 has an optional flotation pouch** to enable it to float. 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.

* 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 have a floatation pouch permanently attached

Ocean Signal PLB 1 Specifications

406MHz Satellite Transmitter

• Frequency: 406.040MHz
• Tolerance: ±1kHz
• Output Power: 5 watts (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

• 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

• Light Type: High intensity LED
• Output Power: ~1candela

GPS Receiver

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

Battery

• Type: Lithium Primary
• Chemistry: Manganese Dioxide (LiMnO2)
• Operational Life: >24hours @ -20°C

Environmental

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

Dimensions

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

Standards

• Cospas-Sarsat: T.001 / T.007
• ETSI: EN302 152
• RTCM: SC11010
• FCC: CFR47 part 95K