Black Diamond Recon Lt Beacon Victim Detector User Guide

: June 6, 2024
: BLACK-DIAMOND

Table of Contents

Black Diamond Recon Lt Beacon Victim Detector
FIGURES
BLACK DIAMOND RECON LT
FEATURES
PACKAGING
FEATURES (SEE FIGURES)
CARRYING SYSTEM
SWITCHING ON | SELF-CHECK | SEND MODE
SEARCH MODE | SEARCH STRATEGY
MORE HELPFUL BEACON FEATURES
DEVICE MANAGEMENT WITH THE PIEPS APP
BATTERY
WARRANTY CONDITIONS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CONFORMITY
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

Black Diamond Recon Lt Beacon Victim Detector

FIGURES

BLACK DIAMOND RECON LT

DISPLAY

CARRYING

SWITCHING ON | SELF-CHECK | SEND MODE

SEARCH MODE

BATTERY REPLACEMENT

BLACK DIAMOND RECON LT

QUICK START GUIDE

WARNING

A NOTICE!

The user must read the operating manual! This manual is a short description. Some functions are mentioned only partly or are missing completely. Please take time to read the full manual carefully. You can download it from the appropriate product page on our website: www. blackdiamondequipment.com
An avalanche beacon does not protect against avalanches!Detailed knowledge of avalanche prevention is as indispensable as regularly practicing victim searches in an emergency. The following procedures and tips relate only to special usage in conjunction with the Recon LT The basic line of action in an emergency – as explained in specialist publications and material from avalanche courses – must be followed.
All avalanche beacons are very sensitive to electrical and magnetic sources of interference. Due to this, all manufacturers recommend keeping a minimum distance from electronic, magnetic and metallic sources of interference (mobile phone, radio, keys, magnetic closures, etc.): Minimum distance in send mode: 20 cm | Minimum distance in search mode: 50 cm

A WARNING! Risk of hearing damage due to the high noise level. Never hold the avalanche beacon directly next to your ear. A minimum distance of 50 cm is recommended.
A Keep instructions for future reference.

THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A BLACK DIAMOND RECON LT!Register your BLACK DIAMOND RECON LT in the PIEPS APP (iOS, Android) or
at my.pieps.com and get:

a warranty extension from 2 to 5 years!
important information on software updates!

FEATURES

3 antenna technology
Large, circular receiving range for a quick and stable signal detection
Perfect signal processing, even in difficult situations (multiple burials)
Mark function
Comprehensive self-check
Easy to use group check
Automatic interference protection
Auto search-to-send
iPROBE support
Device management via PIEPS APP

PACKAGING

1x BLACK DIAMOND RECON LT
1x AA Alkaline Battery (in battery compartment)
1x BLACK DIAMOND RECON LT carrying system
1x Quick Start Guide

Check that the contents are complete and undamaged after unpacking. If necessary, contact your point of sale or our support team.

FEATURES (SEE FIGURES)

DEVICE STRUCTURE

LCD display (backlight)
Switch OFF/SEND/SEARCH
Switch lock
Button MARK

DISPLAY STRUCTURE

Direction indication
Distance indication
Transmit symbol
Battery capacity/type
MARK (marking possible)
Active transmitting antenna
Number of burials (1-3)
Speaker
Transmit control LED
Battery compartment
Lanyard hole
Number of burials (4 or more) (2I) Bluetooth active
Transmitter marked
Send mode active
Search mode active
Group Check Indication
Count down indication

CARRYING SYSTEM

BLACK DIAMOND recommends using the included carrying system (3A) or an approved apparel pocket. In order to protect the beacon’s display, carry the beacon with its dis-play facing inwards (3B) and the transmit control LED (1G) visible (3C). Secure the device through the lanyard hole (1I) with the included lanyard (3D).

SWITCHING ON | SELF-CHECK | SEND MODE

Switching on:
Slide the switch lock (1C) away from the Switch (1B) and rotate the Switch (1B) clockwise into the position SEND. Release the switch lock (1C). Check that the switch lock (1C) is fully engaged and that the switch is locked in place.

A DANGER! Risk of incorrect switch position
Always physically verify the Switch is securely locked into position: ‘SEND’. The Switch
(1B) should not rotate unless the switch lock (1C) is dis-engaged.
The display shows firmware version, battery capacity, self-check progress (4A), self-check result (4B), group check countdown (4C) and finally the send display with the active transmitting antenna (4D). The device is now in send mode, the transmit control LED (1G) is blinking.

SEND SEARCH

Slide the switch lock (1C) away from the switch (1B), rotate the switch (1B) clockwise to the position SEARCH. Note that the switch does not lock in SEARCH position. .

SEARCH SEND

Rotate the switch (1B) counterclockwise to the position SEND. Check that the switch lock (1C) is fully engaged and that the switch is locked in place.

SECONDARY AVALANCHE | AUTO-SEARCH-TO-SEND

The BLACK DIAMOND RECON LT provides the feature Auto-Search-to-Send. By default, it is disabled and can be enabled in the PIEPS APP device manager. Once enabled, the device switches from search mode to send mode automatically after a certain time without change in signal (burial).

GROUP CHECK

Despite a comprehensive self-check, a beacon check (transmit check and receive check) is obligatory prior to every tour! The BLACK DIAMOND RECON LT provides a group check function. In group check mode the receiving range is limited to 1 m.

| GROUP CHECK REGULAR

Check: frequency

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Start| Press and hold the button MARK (1D) during the group check countdown (CH)
Result| “Distance indication“ = OK

“ER“ = error (frequency not according to standard)

End| Release button

The Regular group check is sufficient for checking modern, digital devices with 3 antennas.

SEARCH MODE | SEARCH STRATEGY

SIGNAL SEARCH (5A)

Walk the search strip width in the search area quickly. The recommended search strip width for the BLACK DIAMOND RECON LT is 50 m. The display shows “no signal” (5A1).

COARSE SEARCH (5B)

As soon as the signal is received, follow the direction indication quickly and see if the distance reading goes down. If the distance reading increases, change your direction by 180°.

(5B1) go left
(5B2) go straight ahead
(5B3) go right

FINE SEARCH (5C)

The direction arrow disappears at a distance reading of 2 m. Look for the point of the lowest reading. Work slowly and on the surface of the snow.

PINPOINTING (5D)

Check the search result by systematic probing. On a hit, leave the probe stuck.

MULTIPLE BURIAL (5E)

A multiple burial is indicated clearly on the display by the number of small human figures (2G, 2H).
Marking is possible from a distance reading of 5 m and is indicated by the MARK symbol (2E). Press the MARK button (1D) briefly to “hide” the localized transmitter. A successful flagging is confirmed by a frame around the human figure (2J). The display then indicates the direction/distance to the next strongest signal inside the receiving range.

MORE HELPFUL BEACON FEATURES

Automatic interference protection
Old-device-indication
iPROBE support

Find details in the full online manual.

DEVICE MANAGEMENT WITH THE PIEPS APP

Bluetooth® and the PIEPS APP allow straightforward device management (e.g. software update) and additionally provide a handy training mode. Get the PIEPS APP (Android Play Store, iOS App Store), connect your BLACK DIAMOND RECON LT and take advantage of all features! To activate Bluetooth, press the button MARK (1D) while switching on the beacon.
DANGER! Risk of a non-transmitting device due to enabled Bluetooth! The Bluetooth mode is intended for device management and training mode only. Never use the Bluetooth mode in avalanche terrain!

BATTERY

Change the battery as soon as the battery capacity indication (2D) shows an empty battery. Move switch lock (1C) away from switch (1B) and rotate switch counterclockwise. Align switch marking with white dot on rear cover. Lift the switch from the battery compartment (1H). Install battery, making sure orientation matches icon on rear cover. Align the metal insert on the switch to the relief in the battery compartment and put into position (this is the same alignment as switch removal.) Turn the beacon to “Send”, making sure that the switch lock secures the switch in place. (Refer to Figure 6) Dispose of the device/batteries in accordance with applicable local laws and regulations.
DANGER !

Risk of explosion from incorrectly used batteries!
Risk of incorrect battery capacity indication
Only use batteries of type 1x Alkaline (AA) LR06 1.5 V or 1x Lithium (AA) FR06 1.5V!
The use of Lithium batteries must be confirmed in the PIEPS APP!

Battery life	Alkaline	Lithium
Black Diamond Recon LT	200 h SEND	350 h SEND
3/3 full	100% – 66% h SEND	✔
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2/3 full	66% – 33% h SEND	✔
1/3 full	33% – 20 h	✔

empty

| 20 h SEND (+10° C/50° F) +

1 h SEARCH (-10° C/14° F)

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empty, blinking

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Final reserve, device can shut down at any time

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WARRANTY CONDITIONS

The manufacturer provides a 2-year warranty covering manufacturing and material defects of the BLACK DIAMOND RECON LT from the date of purchase. Exceptions are the battery, carrying system and bag as well as any damage caused by improper use or dismantling of the device by unauthorized persons. Any other warranties and liability for consequential damage are expressly excluded. For warranty claims, please take proof of purchase and a description of the fault to the point of sale.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Device name: BLACK DIAMOND RECON LT
Transmission frequency: 457 kHz
Field strength: max. 7 dBμA/m (2,23 μA/m) at a distance of 10 m
Bluetooth® transmission frequency: 2.402 – 2.480GHz
BlueTooth® transmit power: 0 dBm
Power supply: 1x Alkaline (AA) LR06 1.5 V or 1x Lithium (AA) FR06 1.5V
Battery life: 200h (Alkaline) 350 (Lithium)
Maximum range : 50 m
Search strip width: 50 m
Dimensions (LxWxH): 114 x 75 x 26 mm
Weight: 160 g (incl. battery)
Temperature range: -20°C to +45°C (-4°F to +113°F)
Storage temperature range: -25°C to +70°C (-13°F to +158°F)

CONFORMITY

EUROPE

Black Diamond Equipment declares that the radio equipment type BLACK DIAMOND RECON LT is in compliance with Directives: EMC 2014/30/EU, RED 2014/53/EU, RoHS 2011/65/EU, LVD 2014/35/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.blackdiamondequipment.com/DOC.
USA/CANADA

Manufacturer: Black Diamond Equipment | Type/Model: BD Recon LT
FCC ID: REMLVS05, contains FCC ID VPYLBZY | IC: 7262A-LVS05, contains IC
772C-LBZY
USA: FCC Notice, Cautions and Statement

This device complies with the Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residual installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that are deemed to comply without testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).

Canada: IC Notice

This device complies with Industry Canada’s license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference; and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that are deemed to comply without testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).