If your adventure takes you out onto the seas, or off the grid when you’re on land - then it’s important to make sure you can get help if you need it. The PLB1 from Ocean Signal will reassure you that the global emergency services will be notified at your distress at the press of a button.
You can use this device with just one hand, and it has a spring loaded flap to cover the activation button so you don’t accidentally press it. The PLB1 comes with no additional charges, as it works with the government-funded Cospas Sarsat rescue satellite network. If you’re in danger and you activate this device, your position and your ID will be transmitted via satellite link to a rescue coordination centre.
The floatation pouch included will keep it from sinking in water, and this device is waterproof to 15m. Whether you’re heading out into the bush, or out on the water, the PLB1 from Ocean Signal will give you the peace of mind on your adventure.
No subscription needed
Waterproof to 15m
Link via satellite to emergency services
Fast accurate positioning
7-year battery life
Flotation pouch
No subscription necessary
High-density candela strobe
Easy deployed antenna
Operates with single hand
Operates on the global Cospas Sarsat rescue system
Cospas−Sarsat T.001 / T.007 | ETSI EN302 152 | RTCM SC11020 | FCC CFR47 part 95K
Tests:
Beacon Once Monthly | GPS Once Annually
Weight:
0.116 Kg
Warranty:
Limited 7 Year
Supplier Code:
OSPLB1-827
Snowys Code:
139237
Staff tip:On pg. 9 of the product manual you'll find instructions on performing a “Beacon Battery Test“. It can be a bit confusing, so please note this refers to hours of use so far, and not hours of battery life remaining!
Where is this product made ? Is it made in China ?
Iain - Hobart, TAS(3 weeks ago)
G'day Ian,
The Ocean Signal RescueMe PLB is manufactured in the UK. Hope that helps.
Lauren - Snowys(2 weeks ago)
Position of antenna1 answer
How effective is using the antenna horizontally like in your video? The instructions say in needs to be vertical
Shane - East Perth, WA (5 months ago)
G'day Shane,
The antenna pulls out straight from the front of the PLB, perpendicular to the device itself, which allows it to remain vertical when actively transmitting without being held upright by someone. If you are injured, you'll likely be laying or sitting down, with your bag removed, in which case your PLB will also be laying flat, with the antenna straight to the sky. This is also important for close shore marine-based rescue, which is what this PLB has been primarily designed for. See the 8th image on our product page for more info.
Lauren - Snowys(5 months ago)
Multiple users/ how does that work 1 answer
If loaning the unit to others, can you alter the details of who it is registered to?
Andrea - Hobart, TAS(7 months ago)
G'day Andrea,
The owner details for the PLB are registered with the Australian Marine Safety Authority (AMSA). As far as I am aware you cannot change the registration, however, you can advise of travel plans or temporary users, etc. You may need to follow this one up with AMSA directly for more information, sorry!
Lauren - Snowys(7 months ago)
Accuracy +/- meters1 answer
Hi, How accurate is the GPS location to meters
James - Wendouree, VIC(9 months ago)
G'day James,
I've found the following on the RescueMe website: The Cospas Sarsat system uses two methods of locating a beacon. The satellite system is designed to locate your beacon using the transmission alone. The accuracy of this fix is approximately a 5 nautical mile radius, but is typically much better. The rescueME PLB1 has a built in GPS receiver which is used to encode the position in the transmission. When the GPS has a reliable fix, usually within a few minutes, the accuracy is typically within 100 metres of your actual position.
Lauren - Snowys(9 months ago)
Overseas use1 answer
Can the Ocean Signal RescueMe PLB1 be used overseas (for a trip, not residing)?
Ang - North Melbourne, VIC(1 year ago)
G'day Ang,
Yes, it can. You'll need to register your beacon with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority and advise of intended overseas trips I believe. Your RescueMe PLB1 will come with all the instructions required for use though, so have a read through that for more information.
Lauren - Snowys(1 year ago)
Attach to backpack?1 answer
Does this come with an attachment for a backpack like the ACR ResQLink does?
Todd - Perth(1 year ago)
G'day Todd,
Yes, you can attach the RescueMe PLB1 to a backpack. Jake outlines how the loop attachment works in the video, he refers to a life jacket, but they'll attach to a backpack shoulder strap in the same way.
Leece - Snowys(1 year ago)
Can the RescueMe be used in NZ? do you send to NZ?1 answer
Can the RescueMe be used in NZ? do you send to NZ?
Brad - Wanaka(1 year ago)
G'day Brad,
All of the PLB units we sell can only be shipped within Australia, and are coded for registration in Australia. They can be used in NZ, by an Australian who has the unit registered in Australia, however, you aren't able to register an Australian coded beacon in NZ and vice versa. RescueMe does code beacons for NZ as far as we know, so best bet will be to reach out to a local retailer for an NZ coded beacon.
Leece - Snowys(1 year ago)
Replacement battery1 answer
Where can I find a replacement battery?
B - Adelaide(1 year ago)
G'day B,
All Sat Communications offers battery replacements for the RescueMe PLB. You can reach them on 1300 747 587, they're based in Victoria.
Leece - Snowys(1 year ago)
Does this device meet Australian standards1 answer
PLB1 ocean signal for bushwalking in south west tasmania
Glenda - Hobart Tasmania (1 year ago)
G'day Glenda,
Yes, the Ocean Signal Rescue Me PLB1 meets Australian standards and is coded for registration in Australia with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA).
Leece - Snowys(1 year ago)
Comparison1 answer
Viewing both the RescureMe PLB1 and KTI PLB SA2GN. Besides battery life, what are the major considerations for both? Intended use is inshore kayaking/fishing but also hiking and camping. SA2GN doesn't appear 'water intended' use although having IPX67, where's Ocean Signal appears focused on water based activities (but will work well for land use?). How sturdy is the Ocean Signal antenna, looks flimsy in videos compared to SA2GN? What does 'Rugged Plastic' means - is it UV treated? Can the SA2GN be operated with one hand like the RescueMe? Thanks
Shane - Mont Albert North(1 year ago)
G'day Shane,
You've hit the nail on the head there, the Rescue Me is mainly designed for use in watersports, with the waterproofing allowing for submersion to 15m for 1 hour. The KTI also has a water resistance rating but is really designed for accidental submersion. If you're looking to do a combination of kayaking/fishing, as well as hiking/camping then either unit will be more than capable of the task, however, if you do more watersports I'd suggest steering toward the Ocean Signal. The antenna on the Ocean signal is fairly robust, but a little lighter weight than the KTI. Ocean Signal don't make any claims around UV stabilisation of the plastic, so it's hard to know exactly what they mean by "rugged plastic". The KTI can be operated one-handed as well.