Hi everyone,

I’m about to spring for a ResQFix 460 for my kit. My partner is a professional landscape photographer and I’m her guide (aka schleper). We spend a lot of time out of radio or cell phone range in the Everglades and Bahamas. Over the years we’ve had our share of drama but so far so good.

I first looked at a PLB a couple of years ago and became a firm believer. I waited for more competition to improve design and lower price. Hasn’t happened yet but I’m ready to make the move.

But, if I buy one tomorrow it will almost guarantee that a new version will come out next month. Any word on updates to the ACR product line on the horizon?

Finally, I have looked for specific details on the limitations of the system without much success. For instance:
- what is the SARSAT coverage in south Florida – how often is a satellite within range of the PLB?
- how long does it take for the PLB to acquire a fix
- how does overhead canopy affect GPS reception?
- And lots of other questions . . .

I would appreciate any information anyone would provide or point me to.

There is little doubt that I will own a ResQfFx within a few days. Hopefully, I will never need it but if I do I just want to know its limits.

Thanks!