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- Page 1 User Manual PLB3 Personal Locator Beacon (with AIS and RLS) English OWNER DETAILS Name Organisation CONTACT Tel. Email www.oceansignal.com...
- Page 2 The technical data, information and illustrations contained in this manual were believed to be correct at the time of print. Ocean Signal Ltd. reserve the right to change specifications and other information contained in this manual as part of our continual improvement process.
- Page 3 PLB3 USER MANUAL IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Use only in situations of grave and imminent danger MANUAL ACTIVATION Take great care to keep well clear of eyes and face as the antenna will be released very quickly. Keep at least 30cm (12”) clear to avoid possible injury. •...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
PLB3 USER MANUAL ABOUT YOUR PLB3 1.1 Cospas-Sarsat System 1.2 Return Link Service 1.3 AIS System 1.4 Introduction 1.5 Exposure to RF Energy 1.6 Warnings 1.7 What’s in the box 1.8 Spares and Accessories 1.9 NFC and Mobile App. 1.10 PLB3 Overview OPERATION 2.1 Activation when installed in a life jacket 2.2 Manual activation... -
Page 5: About Your Plb3
PLB3 USER MANUAL ABOUT YOUR PLB3 Cospas-Sarsat System The basic Cospas-Sarsat concept is illustrated in the adjacent figure. The System is composed of: • distress radio beacons (ELTs for aviation use, EPIRBs for maritime use, and PLBs for personal use) which transmit signals during distress situations •... -
Page 6: Introduction
“used”, or if the expiry date marked on the unit has been exceeded. Battery replacement must be carried out at an Ocean Signal authorised battery replace- ment centre using manufacturer supplied battery components. -
Page 7: What's In The Box
PLB3 USER MANUAL PLB3 USER MANUAL What’s in the box PLB3 Belt/ Webbing attachment bracket Oral Tube attachment bracket Activation Tape Antenna Rewind Tool Attachment Lanyard Activation Slider (Armed) Cover Product Documentation and Quick Start Guide 14/11/2022 912S-03718 v01.00... -
Page 8: Spares And Accessories
NFC in the PLB3 is that the power used for communication comes from the mobile device and not the beacon. The Ocean Signal mobile App. allows a user to access the PLB3 and see the programmed details and the latest test results giving a clear indication of the beacon’s condition. -
Page 9: Plb3 Overview
PLB3 USER MANUAL 1.10 PLB3 Overview Antenna behind activation slide Activation Slide Arming Slide (shown in safe position) ON Key (for manual activation) Strobe and Indicator LED TEST/OFF Key Arming Slide (in armed position) PLB3 Controls shown in activated condition 14/11/2022 912S-03718 v01.00... -
Page 10: Operation
PLB3 USER MANUAL OPERATION WARNING: Use only in situations of grave and imminent danger. Misuse may result in a severe penalty. Hold the PLB3 with the antenna standing vertically. Keep the area marked ‘DO NOT OBSTRUCT’ below the red arming slider in clear view of the sky. Covering this area will interfere with the GNSS reception and position accuracy. -
Page 11: Optical Indications On Activation
PLB3 USER MANUAL Optical indications on activation • The green LED will illuminate (blue if RLS is enabled) for 1 second. • The strobe light will start flashing. • Within 30 seconds of activation, the indicator LED will flash indicating AIS transmission. •... -
Page 12: Ais Message Reception
PLB3 USER MANUAL AIS message reception The method in which an AIS message is displayed will depend on the reception equipment being used. AIS enabled plotters will display a target either as a ship or SART target with the PLB3’s preprogrammed MMSI number that identifies it as an AIS Location device. -
Page 13: Functional Test
PLB3 USER MANUAL Functional test To test your PLB3 is functioning correctly, press and hold the TEST/OFF Key. The LED will illuminate to indicate the key has been pressed, then start flashing. Release the TEST Key now. After a short pause the strobe will flash and the indicator LED will produce a flash sequence. -
Page 14: Gnss Test
The test can be ended at any time by holding the TEST key for three seconds. For further information regarding Self Test and Self Test history use the Ocean Signal App. to connect to your PLB3 using Near Field Communication (NFC). -
Page 15: Beacon Registration
PLB3 USER MANUAL BEACON REGISTRATION It is the owner’s responsibility to register this beacon with the appropriate National Authority before operation. The preferred method of registration is online. Documentation is provided within the packaging with information regarding registration with the relevant body to comply with the configuration of the beacon. -
Page 16: Life Jacket Installation
PLB3 USER MANUAL LIFE JACKET INSTALLATION If your rescueME PLB3 is not already installed into a life jacket, please follow the instructions below carefully. The following guide is a generic guide to installation of the PLB3 to a life jacket. -
Page 17: Remove The Activation Slider
PLB3 USER MANUAL The diagrams above assume that the life jacket inflation tube is on the left hand side of the jacket (as viewed from the front). If the oral tube is on the right hand side then the PLB3 should be fitted on the other side of the tube. Remove the Activation Slider The PLB3 will turn on during this process, make sure it is turned off by pressing and holding the TEST/OFF Key until the LED flashes red twice and release. -
Page 18: Attach The Tape To The Activation Slider
PLB3 USER MANUAL Pass the remaining cord through the attachment point on the rear of the PLB3 Antenna housing and tie two more knots to secure. Attach the tape to the Activation Slider Pass the Activation Tape down through the inner slot in the Activation Slider Pass the Activation Tape up through the outer slot in the Activation Slider Pull the tape through the slider to leave... -
Page 19: Insert The Activation Slider
PLB3 USER MANUAL Insert the Activation Slider The PLB3 will turn on during this process. Make sure it is turned off as soon as the Acti- vation Slider is in place by pressing and holding the TEST/OFF Key until the LED flashes red twice and release. -
Page 20: Attach The Oral Tube Bracket To The Oral Tube
PLB3 USER MANUAL Attach the Oral Tube bracket to the Oral Tube Place the Oral Tube bracket as low down the oral tube as possible If there are whistles and lights fastened to the Oral Tube then place them above the PLB3 bracket or attach them elsewhere to the life jacket. - Page 21 PLB3 USER MANUAL 11. Once the PLB3 is fully attached to the life jacket, you are ready to arm the device, by sliding the red arming tab down. Failure to arm the PLB3 will inhibit the semi-automatic activation of the PLB3 when needed and may STOP the life jacket inflating correctly.
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Page 22: Beacon Configuration
The battery condition can be determined by carrying out the Self Test procedure shown in section 3 of this manual. Battery replacement must be carried out at an Ocean Signal authorised battery replace- ment centre using manufacturer supplied battery components. -
Page 23: Decommissioning And Disposal
2.3.5.9. Confirm regulations with your airline. • Consult the manufacturer’s instructions for information on carrying a life jacket in your luggage on board aircraft. Safety Data sheets for all Ocean Signal products can be found on the Ocean Signal website: www.oceansignal.com/safety-data-sheets/ 14/11/2022 912S-03718 v01.00... -
Page 24: Specifications
PLB3 USER MANUAL Specifications 406MHz Transmitter Transmit Power 5W Typical Frequency 406.031 MHz ±1KHz Modulation Phase ±1.1 Radians (16K0G1D) Encoding Biphase L Rate 400 bps AIS Transmitter Transmit Power (EIRP) 1Watt ±3dB Frequency 161.975/162.025MHz ±500Hz Baud rate 9600baud Synchronisation Messages Message 1 (Position), Message 14 (Status) Repetition interval 8 messages/minute... -
Page 25: Approvals
The PLB3 is approved for use in Canada with AIS only under RSS287. Pending 7.6.3 European Declaration of Conformity Hereby, Ocean Signal Ltd. declares that the radio equipment type PLB3 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. Country of Intended Use ( The Country of Intended Use table is an EU requirement only) -
Page 26: Warranty Information
Ocean Signal will at its discretion, repair or replace faulty product free of charge excluding the cost of shipping. Proof of purchase from the original purchaser shall be required in order for a warranty claim to be valid. All claims shall be made in writing to Ocean Signal or an approved service dealer or distributor. -
Page 27: Your Beacon Details
PLB3 USER MANUAL YOUR BEACON DETAILS In the event of a false activation please contact the nearest Coast Guard Centre or Rescue Coordi- nation Centre to explain that the PLB3 has been activated in error and there are no follow up rescue actions required. - Page 28 Ocean Signal Ltd. Unit 4, Ocivan Way Margate CT9 4NN United Kingdom info@oceansignal.com www.oceansignal.com...
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