Distress Alert

When a distress signal is sent, the LifeLine will continuously transmit your distress signal with your position until deactivated. Vessels and rescue craft within range (up to 34 miles or ~55 km, depending on the height of the receiver’s antenna) will receive a “Man Overboard” alert, including your latitude and longitude coordinates accurate to 1 meter.

The “Man Overboard” alert tells rescuers they are looking for a person on the surface. This distinction is crucial, as it saves valuable time in an emergency.

Position Advisory

The benefit of this option is that it removes the conflict you might feel if you’re concerned that you haven’t been seen but are hesitant to trigger a full-blown search. It sends your coordinates and a “Position Alert” message to nearby boats without activating an emergency distress signal. If your boat is on the lookout, they’ll know where to find you!

Should your circumstances become critical, you can always fall back on the red button and “Distress Alert”.