ORTOVOX Avalanche Transceiver with Integrated Voice Navigation User Guide
- June 3, 2024
- ORTOVOX
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Transceiver with Integrated Voice Navigation
User Guide
Transceiver with Integrated Voice Navigation
The Alpine can be dangerous.
That is why PROTECTION is a core value at ORTOVOX.
We strive to go beyond innovation and reliable emergency products. Our goal is
to share our alpine expertise with the mountaineering community. Knowledge and
experience re essential for mountain travel.
Discover our SAFETY ACADEMY on ortovox.com and seek
professional instruction before you go into the mountains.
- Toggle switch in SEND position
- Toggle switch in SEARCH position
- On/Off button
- FLAG button
- USB C charging port
- Safety loop
- Carabiner
- Quick-access closure
- Waist belt buckle
- USB charging cable
IMPORTANT NOTICE
AN AVALANCHE TRANSCEIVER DOES NOT PROVIDE PROTECTION AGAINST AVALANCHES. It is
important to have in-depth knowledge of avalanche prevention and to plan all
backcountry tours and freeride outings properly. Never enter potentially
dangerous terrain without an avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe, and
ractice using your safety equipment regularly so that you are fully prepared
in the event of an emergency.
At ortovox.com ➜ safety academy you can find details of
a course ear you.
SWITCHING ON/ SWITCHING OFF
To switch the device on or off, hold down the ON/OFF button for two seconds.
To confirm that you want to switch the device off, you will need to press the
FLAG button.
LANGUAGE SELECTION
You can select the language during the initial set-up process. To change to a
different language, hold down the FLAG button briefly. Then select the
language you want by holding down the FLAG button for two seconds
SELF TEST AND BATTERY TEST
Each time the transceiver starts, it performs an automatic self test and
displays the remaining battery charge status. Once battery charge falls below
40%, the device should be harged as soon as possible. If the display shows
“Battery empty” then the transceiver might switch itself off at any moment.
GET THE APP
The ORTOVOX APP (Apple iOS & Android) is free of charge and can be used for
the following:
- Regular Software Updates (strongly recommended!)
- Extending the warranty to five years
- Device registration (for safety-related information)
- Changing the device settings
IF THE DEVICE SHOWS ANOTHER WARNING:
- Move 5 meters away from any electronic or metal objects
- Turn the transceiver off and then on again
- If the same warning appears again, the device must be inspected (see SERVICE)
COMPASS CALIBRATION
The device will inform you if the compass needscalibrating. Move 5 meters away
from any magnetic, metallic or electronic objects. Hold the device
horizontally, rotate it everal times in a clockwise direction and then
around the other two axes until the display disappears.
CHARGING THE BATTERY
Charge the device using the supplied USB cable directly from a power source
(e.g. laptop) or using a USB plug (e.g. from a smart phone) into a power
socket. After charging, remove it promptly from the power source and carefully
seal the charging port again with the rubber cover. Charging is not possible
below 0°C. While it is charging, the device cannot transmit or search.
TIP: To improve battery performance, avoid frequent short charging. For
example, only charge the device when capacity drops below 80%.
STORAGE
Store the device at room temperature in a dry place, away from directsunlight.
If the device is to be stored for several months, charge the battery to 100%
first. A stored evice must be fully recharged after10 months at the latest.
GROUP CHECK
Before every tour or descent, all transceivers within the group must be checked. In GROUP CHECK mode, test if the other transceivers are transmitting correctly. To ctivate this, turn on the device and press the FLAG button. The test distance should be one meter and the distance between group members at least three meters. The device ill show the results and the distance measured.
INTERFERENCE
Electronic, magnetic and metallic objects and equipment can naturally
interfere with avalanche transceivers.
Possible sources of inference are smartphones, (action)cameras, radio
equipment, sports watches, GPS devices, power banks and electricity lines, ski
lifts etc.
IN SEND AND STANDBY MODE, possible sources of interference must be at least 20
centimeters from the transceiver.
IN SEARCH MODE, possible sources of interference must be at least 50
centimeters from the transceiver. Ideally, you should turn off all other
electronic devices.
SEND MODE
Send mode is the normal operating mode in terrain where there is a risk of
avalanches. If the toggle switch is in the SEND position the send display
shows. To save power, his display switches off when the device is in the
dark (device in carrying system), although the transceiver is still
transmitting. The display is reactivated by daylight or by ressing the
button.
HOW TO CARRY THE DEVICE
Secure the safety loop in the eyelet at the bottom of the transceiver. We
recommend that you carry the transceiver in the carrying system. Keep the
display facing your body nd slide it in with the toggle switch end inserted
first. The quick-access closure and waist belt buckle must be closed. Secure
the device by placing the safety loop in the arabiner. The carrying system
must always be covered by one layer of clothing. If you are only wearing one
layer of clothing, we recommend that you carry the transceiver in zipped
pocket (not an outside patch pocket).
Correct way to secure the safety loop
SEARCH
One part of the group searches with their avalanche transceivers. The other
rescuers perform the other tasks: emergency call, digging, etc. and switch to
standby mode. In tandby mode, your own send signal is temporarily paused.
TO ACTIVATE SEARCH MODE, open out the toggle switch into SEARCH position.
TO ACTIVATE STANDBY MODE, in SEND MODE press the FLAG button, open out the
toggle switch, and then close it back down again.
SECONDARY AVALANCHE SWITCHOVER
In case there is a secondary avalanche, after two minutes of minimal movement
the transceiver will automatically revert from standby mode to transmission
mode.
SIGNAL SEARCH
If no signal is displayed, search the avalanche debris with the maximum search
strip width shown on the display. The search strip width adapts automatically
to the urroundings. Look out for partially buried victims. Make sure the
distance to the edge of the avalanche is not more than half the search strip
width (SSW).
Signal search with search
strip width max 50 meters| Where interference is strong, search strip
width no greater than 20 meters
COARSE SEARCH
Once you have a signal, hold the transceiver in front of you, in a horizontal
position, and walk following the direction pointer. If the distance indicator
goes up, search in the pposite direction.
OVER TEN METERS: Move quickly. Your coarse search direction only has to
be approximate.
LESS THAN 10 METERS: Move more slowly. Your search direction should be
exactly in line with the direction pointer.
FINE SEARCH
When you are three meters away, the direction pointer will disappear. Move the transceiver close over the surface of the snow. Search slowly and precisely in a cross shape to etermine the shortest distance to the signal. Mark this point with an object to start probing.
PROBE, DIG, FIRST AID
In the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB on ortovox.com you’ll find
helpful videos on avalanche rescue techniques.
SEARCHING FOR MULTIPLE VICTIMS
The total number of victims is shown at the bottom of the display. The
transceiver will lead you to the next nearest victim.
FLAGGING
Once you have located a victim, you can hide this signal by using the flagging
function. To do this, press the FLAG button when you are less than five meters
away. The ictim s immediately displayed with a flag andyou can continue your
search for the next victim.
SERVICE
The next required service by the ORTOVOX inspection team will be displayed
when you turn off the device. Please use this service during tsummer months.
If the “battery ervice necessary” message is displaythe transceiver must be
inspected by the inspection service to ensure that the required operating
time can be guaranteed. For repairs or ervice inspection, use the ORTOVOX APP
or visit ortovox.com/servicecard.
WARRANTY
The warranty period for defects in workmanship and materials is two years
from the date of purchase. By registering the device online via the ORTOVOX
APP or rtovox.com, the total warranty period is extended to five years from
the date of purchase. Registration also means that we can send you safety-
related information. The attery and charging cable and damage caused by
improper handling and natural wear are excluded from the warranty. Service
inspections are invoiced for transceivers that ave no defects. Shipping costs
are to be borne by the owner.
TECHNICAL DATA
Model: DIRACT / DIRACT VOICE
Digital transceiver with 3 antennas
Voice navigation (DIRACT VOICE only)
Transmission frequency: 457kHz (international standard)
Search strip width: max 50 meters (as measured by ICAR: AVA REC 0007)
RECCO © reflector (on carrying system)
Transmission field strength: 457kHz: max 7 dBμA/m (2,23 μA/m) at 10 meters
Power supply: Lithium-ion battery, 3,7 V / 1100 mAh / 4,07 Wh
Charging port: USB C
Operating time: Minimum 200 hours SEND followed by 1 hour SEARCH
Bluetooth Low Energy transmission frequency: 2.402 GHz – 2.480 GHz
Bluetooth Low Energy transmission strength: max. 0 dBm
Temperature range: -20 °C to +45 °C (-4 °F to 113 °F)
Dimensions: 7.9 × 12 × 2.3 cm
Weight: 210 g (+ 80 g carrying system)
Further important information, including conformity is in the accompanying
LEGAL GUIDE.
ALWAYS UP TO DATE:
THE ORTOVOX APP
- Download app for easy DIRACT configuration
- Get frequent software updates
- Extend your warranty to 5 years
- Register for product safety information
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