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Describes the new technology that transmits a precise fix with the emergency distress signal, oviating the need for rescuers to got a fix on your position.
[BoatSafe.com, USA]
The place to start for PLB information. Lots of questions answered: how PLB′s work, selecting and purchasing one, registering it, and operation and service.
[Equipped To Survive Foundation, Inc., USA]
Some potential failures of a GPS-enabled EPIRB, based on testing of its self-locating and reporting capabilities.
[Equipped To Survive Foundation, Inc., USA]
What the various EPIRB units are capable of, and why you should have one, mount it properly, and test it periodically.
[SailNet, 5 June 2001]
Account of a rescue made possible by an EPIRB, with an explanation of the two types of EPIRB and their uses.
[BoatSafe.com, USA]
A discussion board and photo gallery for cruising sailors and wannabes focused on offshore safety gear.
[Cruisers Forum, Buskerud, Norway]
PFD′s, EPIRB′s, liferafts and other safety equipment have to be functional. Tips on the paperwork, location, testing, spares, and maintenance needed to keep them in working order.
[SailNet, 22 December 2001]
PLB′s put out a distress signal on 406 MHz, but are small enough to attach to a life jacket. Twelve models are examined and compared. 3 pages with photos and table of features.
[Practical Sailor, 1 December 2003]
406 MHz EPIRB with Integral GP. Automatic or manual release. ACR has many other emergency lighting and electronic products.
[ACR Electronics, Inc., Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA]
Extensive list with good search facility. Covers just about any cruising topic. Tree and branch format for threads.
[The Sailing Company, Middletown, RI, USA]
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