Ocean Signal rescueME MOB2 Personal AIS Man Overboard Beacon

The Ocean Signal rescueME MOB2 is an advanced AIS Man Overboard (MOB) beacon designed to dramatically improve the chances of recovering a crew member who has fallen overboard. Combining AIS (Automatic Identification System), integrated VHF DSC (Digital Selective Calling), GPS positioning, automatic lifejacket activation, and NFC smartphone connectivity, the rescueME MOB2 is one of the most sophisticated personal marine safety devices available for offshore sailors, cruisers, racers, and commercial operators.

When activated—either manually or automatically from a compatible inflatable lifejacket—the MOB2 rapidly acquires its GPS position and begins transmitting an AIS MOB distress signal to nearby AIS-equipped chartplotters and vessels. At the same time, it sends a DSC distress alert directly to your vessel's compatible DSC VHF radio, ensuring the crew is immediately alerted, even if they haven't yet noticed the person has gone overboard.

Designed to fit inside many inflatable lifejackets, the rescueME MOB2 is approximately 50% smaller than many competing AIS MOB devices while maintaining exceptional reliability. Integrated white and infrared (IR) strobe lights improve visibility during night rescues, while NFC technology allows users to configure the beacon, program the vessel's MMSI, and monitor battery health and self-test history using the free Ocean Signal mobile app.

Ideal for offshore sailing, yacht racing, bluewater cruising, commercial vessels, and serious recreational boating, the rescueME MOB2 provides an essential layer of personal safety whenever crew members are on deck.

Key Features

• Genuine Ocean Signal rescueME MOB2
• AIS Class M Man Overboard beacon
• Integrated VHF DSC transmitter and receiver
• Automatic or manual activation
• Designed for inflatable lifejacket integration
• High-accuracy GPS and Galileo positioning
• Dual white and infrared strobe lights
• NFC smartphone connectivity
• Ocean Signal mobile app compatibility
• Waterproof to 10 metres
• 5-year battery life
• Over 24-hour operating duration
• Compact lightweight design
• Class M compliant (ECC/DEC/(22)02)

The rescueME MOB2 transmits both AIS and DSC alerts, includes GPS/Galileo positioning, automatic lifejacket activation, and NFC configuration, making it one of the most capable personal AIS MOB devices available.

Why Buy the Ocean Signal rescueME MOB2 from Barton Marine NZ?

At Barton Marine NZ, we understand that man overboard recovery depends on immediate notification and precise location data. The rescueME MOB2 gives your crew the best possible chance of a rapid recovery by simultaneously alerting nearby AIS-equipped vessels and your own DSC VHF radio.

Ideal for:

• Offshore sailing
• Yacht racing
• Bluewater cruising
• Coastal cruising
• Commercial vessels
• Recreational boating
• Catamarans
• Monohulls
• Offshore fishing
• Inflatable lifejackets

Technical Specifications

These specifications are published by Ocean Signal for the rescueME MOB2.

Common Applications

The rescueME MOB2 is ideal for:

• Man overboard protection
• Offshore yacht racing
• Bluewater cruising
• Recreational boating
• Commercial marine operations
• Sailing yachts
• Catamarans
• Inflatable lifejackets
• Solo sailing
• Safety equipment upgrades

Performance Benefits

The Ocean Signal rescueME MOB2 provides:

• Immediate AIS distress alerts
• Direct DSC alert to your vessel
• Highly accurate GPS positioning
• Automatic activation with compatible lifejackets
• Enhanced night visibility with dual strobes
• Compact low-profile design
• Easy smartphone programming via NFC
• Long battery storage life
• Fast crew recovery capability

Unlike a traditional 406 MHz Personal Locator Beacon (PLB), the rescueME MOB2 is designed specifically for rapid local man overboard recovery, immediately notifying your own vessel and nearby AIS-equipped boats rather than initiating a global satellite rescue response.