[It’s another press release from ACR. This unit will be available at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, along with the recently released AquaLink PLB, at Booth #441-442. —Tim]

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL — With three levels of integrated signal technology—GPS positioning, a powerful 406 MHZ signal, and 121.5 MHz homing capacity—the GlobalFix PRO quickly and accurately relays a distressed boaters position to a worldwide network of Search and Rescue satellites (COSPAS-SARSAT), reducing search time and increasing chances of survival in an emergency at sea.

Using the same reliable signalling technology that has saved more than 26,800 lives worldwide since 1982, the GlobalFix PRO is a small and rugged lifesaver with over 53 years of ACR ingenuity and engineering built-in as standard features.

Special features include:

• Internal GPS allows for the fastest notification to SAR in as little as 3 minutes, and a reduced search radius to .05 nm (100 m, 110 yds)
• High sensitivity GPS engine allows faster location recognition than standard GPS and non-GPS models (GPS updates position every 20 minutes)
• High intensity LED strobe consumes less energy than traditional strobes without sacrificing intensity
• EPIRB self-check tests the circuitry, battery voltage and GPS acquisition test
• Patented proprietary electronics package means PRO transmits the most stable 406 frequency transmission in the industry
• Available in Category I and Category II brackets

The GlobalFix PRO is loaded with high efficiency electronics that offer reliable performance, responsiveness and accuracy. It carries Class II non-Hazmat batteries, which will allow the beacon to transmit for a minimum of 48 hours at -20ºC (-4ºF). The EPIRB measures 6.97 x 4.2 x 3.58² (17.7 x 10.67 x 9.09 cm) and weighs 20.5 oz (581g).

An EPIRB is a satellite-signalling device of last resort, for use when all other means of self-rescue have been exhausted and where the situation is deemed to be grave and imminent, and the loss of life, limb, eyesight or valuable property will occur without assistance. All beacons must be registered online at www.beaconregistration.noaa.gov following purchase. There are no monthly service fees for 406 MHz beacons.

MSRP for the Category I GlobalFix PRO is $1,360 and $1,160 for the Category II.