Ocean Signal 730S-04077 RescueMe PLB1 (Personal Locator Beacon) w/a floatation pouch & 66 channel GPS receiver & 7 Year Battery Life New Zealand and Pacific Island coded
Features
The rescueME PLB1 works with the only officially recognized 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 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.
Their is an option to purchase the rescueME PLB1 with a flotation pouch included (730S-04077). 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.
- 30% smaller (typ) by volume
- Easily fits in a lifejacket
- 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
Specifications
Technical 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 |
| 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 |
| Light Type | High intensity LED |
| Output Power | ~1candela |
| Sensitivity Cold Start | -148dBm |
| Sensitivity Re-acquisition | -163dBm |
| Satellites channels tracked | 60 |
| GPS Antenna | Microstrip patch |
| Type | Lithium Primary |
| Chemistry | Manganese Dioxide (LiMnO2) |
| Operational Life | >24hours @ -20°C |
| 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 |
| Height | 77mm (3.0") |
| Width | 51mm (2.1") |
| Depth | 32.5mm (1.3") |
| Weight | 116g |
| Cospas-Sarsat | T.001 / T.007 |
| ETSI | EN302 152 |
| RTCM | SC11020 |
| FCC | CFR47 part 95K |
| Brand | Ocean |
|---|---|
| Product Type | More |
Shipping Information
- Free NZ-wide shipping on orders over $299
- Standard delivery 2–5 business days
- Rural delivery may take an additional 1–2 days
- Same-day dispatch for orders placed before 2pm (weekdays)
Returns Policy
- 7-day returns on unused items in original packaging
- Faulty or damaged products covered under warranty
- Contact our support team to initiate a return






