The PLB (personal locating beacon) is a completely self-contained radio transmitter designed for emergency use. The Kannad XS3 also incorporates a GPS engine, that allows it to transmit position more accurately than normally possible.Each PLB has a unique serial number and identifier.

The Kannad XS-3 is a personal COSPAS-SARSAT beacon with built-in-GPS. It is a light and compact beacon, oval shaped with no sharp edges, designed for the palm of your hand. A TEST button allows you to regularly test the capability of the PLB. The manually activated Personal Locator Beacon, Kannad 406 XS-3 GPS, complies with class 2 of the Cospas-Sarsat global system. Each beacon is programmed with a unique serialised code that must be registered with national authorities. This enables the identification of the beacon owner as well as the environment where the beacon is used (land, air, marine). This information is vital for search and rescue operations to gain precious time.

The beacon is buoyant, watertight and remains attached to its pouch. Integrated GPS is included for utmost precision (less than 120 meters) - Immediate alert and identification (5 minutes) - Innovative and ergonomical design - A light and compact beacon

- Warranty 5 years

The beacon lies naturally flat on the ground for optimum use in hostile conditions. The antenna is easily unfolded when the beacon is used. An advantage is that the antenna folds back into place around the housing for protection. The intuitive keyboard with pictograms is easy to activate.

Specifications:

406 MHz Satellite transmission
406.028 MHz ±0.001 MHz, 5W +/- 2dB, Biphase L modulation
440 ms every 50s
520 ms every 50s for GPS option
121.5 MHz Homing transmission, Frequency: 121.5 MHz ±0.003 MHz
Output power: 50mW (±3dB)
Modulation: 3K2OA3N
Continuous transmission
Built-in GPS receiver, 12 Channels, Band L1 / CA
Position updated every 20 minutes in compliance with Cospas-
Sarsat specifications
Power supply, Non hazardous Lithium batteries (LiMnO2),
Over 24 hours at - 20°C