LOK8U PAL Protect and Locate Alert Watch (Black) WHAT IS Pal - Protect & Locate ? The Pal system comprises a wristwatch incorporating a GPS and GSM locator with lockable strap, a portable receiver, and a charger base. Takes 1 hour to recharge Pal PORTABLE RECEIVER The portable receiver sends out a signal that's picked up by the watch and transmitted back Only $29.95/mo requires 1 year contract - sign up when registering TECHNICAL DATA: Materials Case: High-Impact Polycarbonate Band: Non hypoallergenic rubber Wrist size must be 5-1/2 inches or greater to fit secure with locking mechanism Positioning &lt; 10ft outdoor RF range 35ft max indoor, 100 yards max outdoors, users variable(high, medium, low) As far as the wearer is concerned PAL is a digital watch. It is affixed to the wrist as a normal wrist watch but has a locking feature which can only be removed by using the special release tool.