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The YB3i beacon is a satellite tracking system designed for fixed installation on ships and professional vehicles. It reliably transmits your GPS position via the global Iridium network.

Unlike the YB3 model, which is portable and runs on a rechargeable battery, the YB3i is designed for permanent installation. It is powered directly by your boat's onboard network, providing unlimited autonomy without the need to worry about recharging.

The YB3i beacon uses the Iridium satellite constellation. This network provides global coverage from pole to pole, ensuring the transmission of your positioning data even in the most remote maritime areas.

Yes, it has IP69 waterproof certification. This means it is completely dust-tight and can withstand high-pressure water jets, making it ideal for extreme marine environments.

The YB3i beacon is compatible with 12V and 24V DC (direct current) onboard networks. It therefore easily adapts to the vast majority of battery banks found on recreational boats and commercial vessels.

This specific model comes with a 3-meter power cable. This allows for direct and easy connection to your vessel's electrical system during installation.

To ensure optimal transmission to Iridium satellites, it is strongly recommended to install the beacon outdoors, in an area clear of any metal obstacles. Mounting it on a stern arch, coachroof, or mast is ideal.

No, the YB3i beacon integrates its own GPS and Iridium antennas directly under its dome. No external antenna installation or wiring is required.

The standalone beacon is very lightweight and compact, weighing just 0.35 kg. Its total packaged weight, including the 3-meter cable and accessories, is approximately 0.86 kg.

Yes, as with any satellite communication equipment, a subscription or data package (credits) is required with YB Tracking to transmit GPS positions via the Iridium network.

Absolutely. Thanks to its continuous wired power supply and exceptional robustness (IP69), it eliminates the need for battery recharging. It is a preferred choice for fleet monitoring and safety during offshore racing.

Yes, although it is very popular in the nautical sector, the YB3i beacon is perfectly suitable for installation on professional land vehicles operating in white zones without cellular coverage.

The beacon is designed to be permanently screwed or bolted onto a flat surface. Its design allows for solid integration to withstand strong vibrations and sudden boat movements.

Yes, the positioning data transmitted by the YB3i beacon can be viewed on an online mapping interface or via YB Tracking's dedicated applications, allowing your loved ones or your team to track you in real time.

The YB3i beacon is equipped with an internal backup battery that automatically takes over. It can continue to transmit its positions for 720 hours in case of loss of the vessel's main power supply.

Physical installation is very simple as it amounts to an electrical connection and mechanical mounting. Configuring transmission frequencies (tracking) is easily done via a mobile app over Bluetooth or from your online account.

It is possible to adapt the wiring to your installation, but it is crucial to strictly respect the polarities and ensure perfect watertightness of the connections to avoid compromising the device's operation in a marine environment.

Yes, the Iridium constellation is the only satellite network to offer true global 100% coverage, including oceans, southern seas, and polar regions (Arctic and Antarctic).

The YB3i is primarily an autopilot. However, when paired with a smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth and the YB Connect app, it enables sending and receiving short text messages (SMS or emails).

The beacon's power consumption is extremely low, particularly when in standby between position transmissions. It will therefore have a negligible impact on your vessel's battery bank, even during very long passages.