MOB System based on AIS

[Four Suns]

I saw this over on Panbo today:

http://www.kannadmarine.com/en/safelink-r10

Basically it's a MOB device that ties into AIS so I guess it has a GPS and VHF/AIS transmitter on it. Pretty cool... I like it because if someone falls off, then you don't have to alert the armed forces like with a PLB but can handle it with an onboard AIS receiver (which I have). I might load our inflatable life jackets with these. Can't seem to find them in the US though...

 

[Ididntdoit]

Very nice - another "why didn't i think of that" moment. Keep us posted if you find a US source.......Are you listening Jim?

 

[Westie]

read the fine print at the bottom.
"This device has not been authorized as required by the rules of the Federal Communications Commission. This device is not and may not be offered for sale or lease, or sold or leased, until authorization is obtained (USA only).
"

If you want one you're going to have to order one from europe and hope it doesn't get stopped at customs.

 

[Four Suns]

read the fine print at the bottom.
"This device has not been authorized as required by the rules of the Federal Communications Commission. This device is not and may not be offered for sale or lease, or sold or leased, until authorization is obtained (USA only).
"

If you want one you're going to have to order one from europe and hope it doesn't get stopped at customs.

Just received FCC approval.

http://www.bymnews.com/news/newsDetails.php?id=101941

 

[Ididntdoit]

WM is now advertising them at $320/ea - the new issue of cruising world has a write-up too