Marine Electronics World http://www.marineelectronicsworld.com/content-categories/cat-507_526/epirbs.html Sun, 5 Feb 2012 12:30:06 -0600 en <b>AquaLink 406 GPS PLB</b><br/><br/>Head offshore with confidence. With three levels of integrated signal technology - GPS positioning, a powerful 406 MHz signal and 121.5 MHz homing capability - the AquaLink quickly and accurately relays your position to a worldwide network of Search and Rescue satellites, reducing search time and increasing your chances of survival. It's reliable signaling technology that has saved more than 25,000 lives since 1982.<br/><br/>The AquaLinkT broadcasts a unique registered distress signal that not only tells rescuers where you are, but who you are. The onboard GPS can fix your position to within 100 meters and then utilizes a powerful 406 MHz signal to<br/>relay your distress call to orbiting satellites. As local Search and Rescue is deployed, a separate homing signal and integrated LED strobe light guide rescuers to your exact location.<br/><br/>The AquaLink is small enough to be easily carried in a pack or pocket or can be worn on deck, at the helm, in quarters or on a life vest and will float if accidentally dropped overboard. Performing a full functional self test of the PLB's internal circuitry, battery voltage & power, and 406 MHz transmission to 12 times over the life of the battery life.<br/><br/>Tap in to the same field-tested rescue technology used by the U.S. Military, Coast Guard, NATO Special Forces and Arctic explorers.<br/><br/><b>Features:</b><br/><ul><li>No Subscription Fees<br/><li>Floats<br/><li>Super Bright LED Strobe<br/><li>On Board 66 Channel GPS<br/><li>Self-Test and GPS Test Features<br/><li>Typical Performance 35 Hours<br/><li>Made in the USA</li></ul><br/><br/><i>It is mandatory that you register your PLB. It's fast, easy and free<br/>www.beaconregistration.noaa.gov. When activated, the unique identification code in your PLB is linked to the registration database. This way authorities can retrieve valuable information about you and your trip.<br/><br/>The AquaLink is a satellite signaling device of last resort, for use when all other means of self rescue have been exhausted, where the situation is grave and imminent loss of life, limb, eyesight, or valuable property will occur without assistance.</i> http://www.marineelectronicsworld.com/content-product_info/product_id-2115/acr_aqualink_406_gps_plb.html http://www.marineelectronicsworld.com/images/products/36966.gif http://www.marineelectronicsworld.com/content-product_info/product_id-2115/acr_aqualink_406_gps_plb.html Accidents happen every day in the outdoors, whether you fall out of a tree stand, break a leg during a hike, or roll over an ATV. In the outdoors, an everyday accident instantly can become a life threatening situation, and rescues may take days or weeks if you are not prepared.<br/><br/>Why wait days being stranded in the outdoors hoping someone will find you? Put the power in the palm of your hand with the TerraFix 406 GPS Personal Locator Beacon. Now you can turn that life threatening situation into a successful rescue story. It's as easy as pushing a button, and with an internal GPS receiver (P/N 2798.4NH) the TerraFix will acquire your GPS position and transmit it along with your personalized identifier code through the COSPAS-SARSAT satellites instantly alerting SAR forces that you need help, immediately!<br/><br/>The TerraFix works fast, if GPS data is present in the beacon?s first burst, SAR forces can be notified and start planning your rescue in as little as three minutes.<br/><br/>Be Responsible, Be Prepared, Be Safe. <ul><br/><br/><li> Transmits on 406 MHz via COSPAS-SARSAT satellite system with your registered unique, digitally coded distress signal and 121.5 MHz SAR local homing frequency.<br/><li> Onboard GPS acquires LAT/LON when the unit is activated, your LAT/LON is transmitted as soon as acquired providing rescue agencies with your exact position to within 100 meters (110 yards)<br/><li> GPS interface (NMEA 0183) allows you to download your GPS coordinates from a hand-held GPS receiver into your PLB, when activated; your LAT/LON will accompany your 406 MHz signal on the first burst, dramatically saving valuable time for your distress message to reach local rescue centers.<br/><li> Easily carried in a pack or pocket; small enough to be worn by skiers, hikrs, hunters, kayakers, climbers, pilots and any outdoor enthusiast<br/><li> Removable holster provides functionality, style and protection for your PLB; holster allows for multiple mounting options on backpacks, webbing, and life vests<br/><li> Full functional self test of internal circuitry, battery power, 406 MHz transmission, and GPS acquisition <br/><li> Flat, stainless steel antenna wraps compactly around the unit for easy stowage; is easily positioned when needed<br/><li> Floats to avoid loss if dropped in water, exceeds RTCM waterproof requirements http://www.marineelectronicsworld.com/content-product_info/product_id-2114/acr_terrafix_plb_2798_4nh.html http://www.marineelectronicsworld.com/images/products/34958.gif http://www.marineelectronicsworld.com/content-product_info/product_id-2114/acr_terrafix_plb_2798_4nh.html