Features
“Distress Alert” for emergencies and “Position Advisory for non-emergencies. Functionality may vary in some European countries.
Works worldwide (functionality may vary).
GPS position accurate to 1 meter.
Uses VHF radio waves to send digital signals.
The range of the LifeLine depends on environmental conditions, how high it is held, and the height of the receiving antenna. At sea level, the range to a skiff can reach up to 5.5 miles (~9 km). The maximum demonstrated range is 34 miles (~55 km), achieved when transmitting to a hilltop Canadian Coast Guard transceiver.
Alerts AIS (Automatic Identification System) equipped vessels within the rescue range.
Every LifeLine is programmed at our factory with an Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) number, enabling AIS functionality as soon as you turn your unit on.
Compact and light weighs only 4.6 oz (131 g) with batteries inserted.
Alerts vessels equipped with VHF DSC (Very High Frequency Digital Selective Calling) radios within the rescue range.
DSC functionality varies by region, and therefore, DSC is not factory-activated. Please download our easy-to-use app and use the built-in optical sensor to activate DSC as appropriate.
Waterproof and depth-rated to 425 feet (130 meters) with the outer lid closed.
Own Ship DSC alert. Send DSC alerts directly to a specific boat.
IP68 watertight with the cap open. We recommend not submerging it deeper than 3 feet (1 meter) when the cap is open.
Up to 100 hours of transmission time with full batteries.
Positively buoyant (floats) in salt water.
5-year battery life and user-replaceable batteries.
Automatic strobe light when a certain level of darkness is detected.
5-year manufacturer warranty included.
No extra fees no registration, subscription, or service fees required.
Specifications
AIS Transmit Power
1 Watt
AIS Frequency
161.975 and 162.025 MHz
DSC Transmit Power
0.5 Watt
DSC Frequency
156.525 MHz
Messages
Individual Distress Relay, Distress Alert
Environmental Temperature Range
-25°C – +55°C
Waterproof Depth
425 feet (130 meter) sea water with dive cap closed / splashproof with dive cap open
Dimensions
2.9 x 3.8 x 1.5 inch (75 x 97 x 39 mm)
Weight
4.6 Oz (131g) after inserting two batteries
AIS Transmit Power
1 Watt
Functionality and Compliance
Canada
Only AIS will be transmitted. DSC not permitted due to local regulations.
Europe
Only AIS will be transmitted. DSC not permitted due to local regulations.
The ECC/DEC/(22)02 regulation, which restricts AIS Channels 1 and 2 to Class M compliant devices, came into effect on January 1, 2025, in some European countries.
Read more about the ECC Decision ECC/DEC/(22)02 here.
USA
Full AIS alert will be transmitted. DSC alert will be sent first to your programmed ship MMSI. After 30 minutes, transmission will switch to your programmed group MMSI.
International
Full distress alerting with AIS and DSC. If a ship MMSI has been programmed, DSC will first be sent to your own ship. After 30 mins., DSC will be sent to all ships.