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KANNAD XS-4GPS
PERSONAL LOCATOR BEACON
 

This PLB is programmed for USA residents for worldwide use. Cannot be registered for customers outside the USA.

KANNAD, high quality and high performance distress beacons selected by the world most famous aircraft builders and airlines companies. The only PLB that fits into the pilot’s pocket! Easy and intuitive activation perfect to carry in addition to your onboard ELT installation.

COSPAS-SARSAT
The Cospas-Sarsat System is the only system to provide distress alerts and location data of 406 MHz beacons activated anywhere in the world. The distress signal is relayed by the Cospas-Sarsat LEOSAR satellites to the ground stations (LUT) that calculate its position thanks to the Doppler Effect. With a built-in GPS, the GEOSAR satellites receive the signal and position within 5 minutes. The Mission Control Center (MCCs) network processes the information and informs the nearest Rescue Coordination Center (RCC) so that SAR authorities can organize rescue operations.

Perfect to carry in addition to your onboard ELT installation !
The ground breaking new XS-4 GPS Personal Locator Beacon is a compact and versatile 406 MHz emergency location beacon.

Subcription free, global alert and rescue
The XS-4 GPS transmits two signals simultaneously, one to the subscription free Global 406 MHz international Search And Rescue (SAR) satellite system. The other (121.5 MHz) is a homing signal designed to speed up the local recovery response process. Once activated, the signals will continue to transmit for at least 24 hours. The powerful 406 MHz 5 watt output transmission ensures that a call for help gets through to the international SAR authorities whatever the conditions.

Activating the XS-4 GPS 1. Pull the antenna cover off
IMPORTANT The antenna cover is an anti-tamper seal, once broken it cannot be refitted.
2. Unwrap the antenna until it stands vertical 3. Press the ON button
When the PLB is active, pressing the ON button will cause the indicator light to flash a Morse code SOS pattern. This can be used to attract attention after nightfall. The SOS pattern is repeated four times on each press.
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  • The only PLB that fits into the pilot’s pocket !
  • Easy and intuitive activation
  • Perfect to carry in addition to your onboard ELT installation
  • Subscription free and no call charges
  • 5 year replaceable battery
  • 406 MHz international messaging & 121.5 MHz homing signal
  • SOS Morse LED flash light
  • Minimum of 24 hours continuous operation
  • STANDARDS: COSPAS-SARSAT
  • Exterior Finish: Highty visible yellow
  • Sealing: Waterproof to 10m (30ft)
  • Operating temperature Class 2: -20°C to +55°C
  • Altitude: 12,192m
  • Battery type: 6V Lithium Metal
  • Battery storage: 5 years
  • Battery replacement By service station
  • Battery use Logged by microcontroller.
  • Activation: Three stage manual activation
  • Self test: Tests transmitters, battery and light
  • SOS flash light: Morse code SOS pattern(30 operations allowed)
  • 406.037 MHz transmitter: ± 1KHz, 5W ± 2dB
  • 121.5 MHz transmitter: ± 3KHz, 50mW ± 3dB PERP
  • Transmit Antenna: Deployable flexible vertical blade
  • Programming: Optical Infra-red link interface
  • Size (D x W x L) 1.34” x 1.85” x 4.17”
  • Weight: 5.3 oz
Description Part No. Price Buy
KANNAD XS-4 PLB W/ GPS USA11-08468$269.95