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New GPS Backcountry Emergency Locator

By Martin Olson

www.acrelectronics.com

Small, powerful GPS emergency beacon for backcountry travelers.

Fort Lauderdale safety and survival products manufacturer ACR Electronics has just revealed the next generation of Personal Locator Beacons using the satellite-based GPS (Global Positioning System). SARLink 406 GPS PLB is one of the lightest in the world and perfect for anyone venturing off the beaten path. The rugged one-button device features:

  1. Built-in super bright LED strobe light for high visibility in emergencies
  2. Onboard 66-channel GPS acquires and then transmits latitude and longitude to an accuracy of 100 meters, dramatically saving rescue time.
  3. Self-testing of internal circuitry, and up to 12 long GPS acquisition tests per battery life.
  4. Lithium battery packs meeting DOT and IATA (International Air Transport Assoc.) rules and exceed required time limits.
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ACR Electronics is a world leader in safety and survival technologies for marine, aviation and military applications.
To find the nearest retail source check the directory at www.acrelectronics.com

 

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