PLB3

PLB3: Personal Locator Beacon with AIS, RLS, and NFC Mobile Connectivity

  • Return Link Service (RLS Capable) Return Link Service (RLS Capable)
  • 406MHz & 121.5MHz Signals 406MHz & 121.5MHz Signals
  • Integrated AIS Alert Integrated AIS Alert
  • Visible Light and IR Strobe Visible Light and IR Strobe
  • Multi GNSS Multi GNSS
  • Simple Life Jacket Integration Simple Life Jacket Integration

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.

  • 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


Specifications

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 (-4°F)
Lithium Metal Weight (for air transport)
<2mg
Replacement Interval
6 years from date of manufacture

GNSS Receiver

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

Environmental

Temperature Range (operational)
Class 2 -20°C (-4°F) to +55°C (+131°F)
Temperature Range (storage)
Class 2 -30°C (-22°F) to +70°C (+158°F)
Damp Heat (humidity)
40°C (104°F) at 93%
Drop (hard durface)
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.
UK RER
UK Radio Equipment Regulation 2017.
FCC
CFR47 part 95K,
ISED
With AIS only under RSS287.
AMSA
AS NZS 4208.2 and AS NZS 4869.4