The McMurdo FastFind 220 Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) has been upgraded this year. Now the McMurdo PLB includes GPS & Galileo GNSS receivers! The McMurdo 220 is ideal for marine enthusiast and adventures. It is the buoyancy and SOS features of the PLB that makes this device essential on land or at sea. 
McMcmurdo FastFind 220 Key Features:
GPS & Galileo GNSS Receivers
The McMurdo FastFind 220 is the world's first Galileo Personal Locator Beacon. This PLB's electronics have been upgraded to offer accelerated location detection with duel GNSS capabilities - GPS & Galileo receivers.Buoyancy
The buoyancy pouch, provided with the FastFind 220, enables the PLB to float. We recommend that you keep the PLB in the pouch at all times to ensure that the PLB remains buoyant when you are at sea.
Activation
To activate the McMurdo 220, you must manually deploy the antenna, by pulling the anti-tamper seal and pressing the ON button, in an emergency situation. Once activated the McMurdo PLB transmits two signals simultaneously via the 406MHz professional global emergency service and the 121.5MHz homing signal to speed up local recovery. The PLB typically begins transmitting on the 406MHz frequency within 5 minutes, but can be up to 45 minutes depending on satellite coverage. The start of the 121.5 MHz secondary homing transmitter signal means that Search and Rescue teams have been deployed. This signal enables teams to hone in on your exact location.Strobe Light
The unit features a high-brightness LED signal light and Morse code SOS flashing light. Both of these features are effective for attracting attention.Battery Life
The McMurdo FastFind 220 PLB's lithium power cell offers a minimum 24hr continuous operation and a 6-year battery storage life. Performing a full functional self-test of the PLB's internal circuitry, battery voltage & power and 406 MHz transmission. Therefore, this gives you the peace of mind knowing your PLB will work the moment you need it the most.Subscription-Free
Unlike most satellite enabled notification devices, the McMurdo FastFind 220 PLB requires no monthly or annual subscription, as it does not rely on commercial call centres. Therefore, your request for help is received directly by Search and Rescue authorities. When triggered, the MuMurdo FastFind broadcasts a unique registered distress signal. This signal not only tells rescuers where you are, but who you are. Therefore, this is one of the most cost effective GPS enabled emergency beacons available for long term use.| McMurdo FastFind 220 Specifications | |
| Dimensions | 3.4 x 4.7 x 10.6 cm |
| Weight | 152g |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +55°C (-4°F to 131°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -30°C to +70°C (-22°F to 158°F) |
| Altitude | 12,192m (40,000ft) |
| Sealing Depth | Immersion to 10m (30ft) for 5 minutes |
| Buoyancy | Category 2, will not float (keep in buouancy pouch) |
| Battery Type | Lithium Manganese |
| Operating Battery Life | Up to 24 hours at -20°C |
| Storage Battery Life | 6 Years |
| Frequency | 406.031MHz (alert) / 121.5MHz (homing) |
| Power | 5W (alert) / 50MW (homing) nominal |
| GNSS Receiver | GPS (L1) + GALILEO (E1), 71 channel, ceramic patch antenna |
| Warranty | 1 Year (+4 Years with online registration) |
