Overview
- Offers peace of mind to any person undertaking outdoor activities
- Features a minimum 48 hour continuous transmission time
- Integrated GPS is included for utmost precision
- Immediate alert and identification (5 minutes)
- Innovative and ergonomical design
PLBs offer peace of mind to any person undertaking outdoor activities. Whether it is professional or recreation, help is as close as the button on one of these units. The
Kannad XS3 PLB is fully COSPAS/SARSAT satellite compatible, and features a minimum 48 hour continuous transmission time. The COSPAS/SARSAT satellite system was established by international cooperation, for safety assistance anywhere in the world. In or near Australia, an activated PLB will relay a unique message to the search and rescue coordination centre in Canberra.
The PLB (personal locating beacon) is a completely self-contained radio transmitter designed for emergency use. The
Kannad XS3 also incorporates a GPS engine, that allows it to transmit position more accurately than normally possible. Each PLB has a unique serial number and identifier.
The
Kannad XS-3 is a personal COSPAS-SARSAT beacon with built-in-GPS. It is a light and compact beacon, oval shaped with no sharp edges, designed for the palm of your hand. A TEST button allows you to regularly test the capability of the PLB. The manually activated Personal Locator Beacon, Kannad 406 XS-3 GPS, complies with class 2 of the Cospas-Sarsat global system. Each beacon is programmed with a unique serialised code that must be registered with national authorities. This enables the identification of the beacon owner as well as the environment where the beacon is used (land, air, marine). This information is vital for search and rescue operations to gain precious time. The beacon is buoyant, watertight and remains attached to its pouch.
Integrated GPS is included for utmost precision (less than 120 meters) with immediate alert and identification (5 minutes). It features an innovative and ergonomical design and is lightweight and compact, convenient enough to carry with you everywhere.
The device has a 5 year warranty, and a battery life of 6 years.
The beacon lies naturally flat on the ground for optimum use in hostile conditions. The antenna is easily unfolded when the beacon is used. An advantage is that the antenna folds back into place around the housing for protection. The intuitive keyboard with pictograms is easy to activate.
Register your Kannad with local authorities so that, in the event of an emergency, they'll know who you are.
PLB and EPIRB
PLBs are personal locating beacons – they are pocket sized.
EPIRBs are emergency position indicating beacons – they must float to conform to regulations.
State and Territory Marine authorities regulations are now in force. All boats proceeding more than 2nms outside partially smooth waters,
are required to carry an EPIRB that meets the Australian/New Zealand Standard 4280.1 (deals specifically with EPIRBs).
EPIRBs are required to operate for a minimum of 48 hours, and float upright with antenna clear of the water, when deployed.
EPIRBs are designed to operate most effectively, when activated and deployed in the water. Please note that a PLB (see separately) does not conform, and will not be accepted by regulators, as satisfying the Standard 4280.1. PLBs can of course, be carried on vessels as
additional safety devices for personal use. This may be particularly helpful in man-overboard situations.
PLBs sold in Australia are required to meet AS/NZS 4280.2 and must operate for a minimum of 24 hours. They can be used on land, in the air, and on water. Although they are required to float, PLBs don’t have to confirm to EPIRB regulations. In a marine environment, a survivor would need to ensure the beacon antenna is supported clear of the water, so that it can operate effectively.
PLBs will not be accepted by the regulators as EPIRBs for the purpose of the emergency beacon regulations. The intent is that boats must be fitted with EPIRBs that meet
Part 1 of the Standard 4280. Owners and crews are encouraged however, to carry
PLBs in addition to the boat's
EPIRB, where conditions and activities may lead to man overboard situations.