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The Yellow Brick YB3 beacon is a professional satellite tracking system designed by YB Tracking. It enables the geolocation of people or vessels in the most extreme marine and terrestrial environments, where conventional mobile networks no longer function.

It relies on the Iridium satellite constellation via its 9602 modem. This provides truly global coverage, from pole to pole, with no blind spots.

Yes, it has IP67 certification. It is fully dustproof and can withstand immersion in water up to 1 meter deep, making it ideal for marine use.

The beacon integrates a high-capacity 5.3Ah LiPo battery. Its power consumption is tightly controlled (8W maximum during transmission/reception), providing excellent battery life for long expeditions.

Charging is done very simply via its standard USB port (5V input voltage). You can plug it into any standard USB charger, a computer, or a power bank.

The device is designed to be compact and easily portable:

Dimensions: 144 x 76 x 36 mm (excluding antenna)Weight: 305 grams

Yes, it is equipped with a 26 x 35 mm monochrome OLED display. It is designed to be clear and readable in all conditions, even in strong light.

It is equipped with a uBlox 50-channel GPS chip with a sensitivity of -160dBm. This ensures extremely precise and reliable signal acquisition, even in harsh weather conditions.

Operation is based on a monthly subscription (Basic, Standard, Pro or Corporate models) paired with a prepaid credit system. Credits are used each time the tag sends a position report or text message.

For optimal operation, the beacon must be placed in a location with a clear view of the sky (e.g., at the helm station or on the deck). This allows the GPS and Iridium antennas to receive signals without interference.

A standard USB cable is sufficient. The beacon's USB port is used both for charging the battery and for data transfer with a computer.

Yes, although it is highly valued in nautical circles, it is designed to operate in the harshest terrestrial environments (deserts, mountains, jungles) thanks to its robustness and global coverage.

The position update rate is very efficient and can reach up to 4Hz depending on the selected configuration.

The MIL-STD-810G military certification ensures the beacon has been tested and validated to withstand extreme shocks and vibrations. It is a guarantee of reliability for use on high-speed vessels or in very rough conditions.

Yes, it is essential to prepare the tag before departure. You must ensure that your subscription is active, that you have sufficient credits, and configure the position transmission frequency via the interface or mobile app.

It features a Maxtena helical antenna, specifically designed to optimize communication with the Iridium satellite network, ensuring seamless data transmission.

Yes. By pairing the beacon with your smartphone via Bluetooth, you can use the dedicated app to compose and send short text messages via the satellite network, using your communication credits.

Time To First Fix (TTFF) is extremely fast:

Hot start: less than 1 secondWarm start: less than 20 secondsCold start: less than 60 seconds