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The Ocean Signal PLB3 personal locator beacon provides emergency distress signaling for solo sailors and crew members, functioning independently of a vessel’s EPIRB.1:18 The device transmits on the 406 MHz COSPAS-SARSAT satellite frequency and includes a 121.5 MHz homing signal for rescuers.1:35 It also features an integrated AIS transmitter to alert nearby vessels and Return Link Service (RLS) via the Galileo satellite constellation to confirm receipt of the distress signal.1:53 The unit incorporates GNSS positioning, an infrared strobe light, and NFC technology for smartphone connectivity via a dedicated app to monitor battery life and system status.14:05 Installation involves securing the beacon inside an inflatable life jacket using the provided clips and a lanyard system designed to trigger the antenna automatically upon jacket inflation.9:57 The battery has a five-year service life and provides over 24 hours of continuous operation.13:50 Proper setup requires careful routing of the activation lanyard to ensure the antenna deploys correctly when the life jacket inflates.11:29

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