EPIRB
In this article, we discuss what EPIRBs are, the various types including PLBs and their role in Search and Rescue. Digital 406 MHz Epirb distress beacons save lives.
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Communications
This page gives you access to all the relevant site pages about communications equipment.
Topics Index
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Satellite Phone
With the evolution of satellite technology to deliver phone, television, radio, internet connectivity and many other services, travellers today are now capable of sending and receiving fast and reliable video, data and audio content regardless of distance from infrastructure.
Staying in Touch when Travelling
With today's technology, it is no longer a valid notion to assume that you will have limited access to modern communication methods whilst you are away from home. There many devices available including satellite phones and HF radios, although email communication still remains relatively cheap and easy and most of us probably feel as if we could not live without it!
Satellite TV
Satellite TV systems enable viewers to receive free to air and/or pay TV channels in remote locations where land-based television reception is either poor, or non-existent. In fact, Australians have had free to air Satellite TV since 1985. The free to air service broadcasts programming from the 7, 9 and 10 networks plus has five ABC and four SBS services, and there are no monthly fees.