A transceiver: a review of models

A transceiver or as it's also called a transceiver or transceiver-the device is just necessary for those people who like to ride in the mountains outside of the track. This modern device is partially ensures the safety of the skier. Beeper designed to find people under snow in an avalanche and is an electronic radio device, capable to work both on reception and on transmission. Models of such sensors on the market today there is quite a lot. Below is a look at which ones the experienced skiers and tourists feel most comfortable to use and accurate in terms of search.

What are the criteria typically choose beeper

When buying an avalanche beacon in the first place should pay attention to such characteristics:

• Operating frequency

• The retention time of the charge battery;

• The number of antennas;

• Radius;

• The number of the marking (people under the snow);

• The type of the identifier.

Experienced hikers and skiers are advised to purchase devices of this kind, issued not later than 2003. After all, how does a transceiver? To search for people in this case are radio waves. Older models of beepers operated at a frequency of 2.275 MHz. They weighed a lot and was very difficult and inconvenient to use.

Devices that were released after 2003, operating at a frequency of 457 kHz. This means that are limited to reception and transmission of such devices only range. To find someone using them under a layer of snow of any thickness. Modern devices have a processor dedicated to analyzing and determining the exact location of the victim.

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The type identifier of all beeper (avalanche detectors) are divided into sound, remote (the numbers on the display) indicating the direction (arrow or LEDs on the screen). There are also combined variants of such devices. Sound beeper detect the signal from the transmitter of the victim faster than other varieties. Digital and indicates the direction the device easier to use.

The Best models of beepers

Put on the market for such devices today, many manufacturers. The best models of beepers among fans of Alpine skiing are:

• The Pieps DSP PRO;

• The Pieps DSP Sport;

• The Mammut Element Barryvox;

• ORTOVOX 3+;

• PIeps FReeride;

• ARVA NEO;

• BCA Trtaker.

Sensor Pieps DSP PRO

This model is equipped with a special fastening system that eliminates failure of the device body in an avalanche. If desired, it is possible to set “yourself” by shortening or lengthening the straps. Antennas this beeper has three. And this, in turn, allows to determine the location of the victim as accurately as possible. Show distance to object and direction to it device Pieps DSP PRO can from the first signal. Width search of the beeper is as much as 60 m (without rotation). Also, the owner of the device can enjoy the following features:

• Marking and scanning to locate the target in a radius of 6, 20 and 50m;

• The search is spoiled or old burials of the standard EN 300718;

• A motion sensor, inclinometer, etc.

Feedback about the Pieps DSP PRO

Opinion about this beeper users had is very good. It looks somewhat flimsy. However, the impression is deceptive. In fact, the body of the device is pretty sturdy and of good quality. The same applies to the plates of switching modes.

The Shape of this beeper has a slightly curved. So wear it, judging by the reviews, quite convenient. The advantages of this model consumers include the fact that included with it the batteries are supplied “pioneer”.

Pieps DSP Sport: description and reviews

This model, as many consumers, suitable for the vast majority of skiers. From a previous device Pieps DSP Sport differs mainly only design. The only thing this beeper battery not holds a charge — 200 hours (PRO — 400×). The display of the device Sport almost the same as the Pro.

The Difference between the models “Sport” and “Pro” is the fact that first manufactured at the plant located in Hungary, and the second — in Austria. Reviews about the model “Sport” in the Network has almost the same good as on “About”.

Mammut Element Barryvox: features

To Find the affected with the use of this device as quickly as possible. Work with the model Mammut Element Barryvox as with any other beeper, there are two modes: sending signal and search. As Pieps beacon DSP, this unit is the three-antenna.

Toggle the beeper Mammut Element Barryvox you can flick. In addition, the model has the function of marking the location of victims and the reverse direction. To work with this beeper handy including gloves. The battery of the transceiver is 250 hours in transmission mode.

Opinion of consumers about the avalanche sensor Element Barryvox Mammut

The advantages of the beeper ski lovers can take in the first place is that it does not hinder movement. Also, many consumers believe that the Mammut Element Barryvox has a very convenient location of the switch. Include skiing the advantages of this probe and the presence of a huge number of additional functions. For example, with the help of this device it is possible to determine the pulse of the victim.

ORTOVOX 3+: description

This model also consumers enjoy well-deserved popularity. The most powerful signal it searches automatically. This makes the search for victims as fast as possible. Display model ORTOVOX 3+ displays information not only about the direction and distance, but also on the number under the snow people. Antennas this beeper has three. Search mode when using the ORTOVOX 3+, like almost all modern models, accompanied by sound alerts. Also in the design of the device has a motion sensor. That is, the beeper, among other things, ensures the safety of the owner in case of a secondary avalanche. The range on this device is 40 meters.

Feedback about the beeper ORTOVOX 3+

Opinion about the sensors company ORTOVOX users had not such good as those of the Pieps DSP. However, these relatively inexpensive devices are popular among skiers is quite popular. The advantages of the sensors from this manufacturer include in the first place is that they allow you to find victims pretty quickly. With the value of beepers ORTOVOX 3+ is considered the usability. On the monitor, these devices displayed an arrow pointing to the location of a victim of avalanches. When approaching the victim at a distance of approximately 3 meters, the screen shows a cross.

As to the advantages of this device, many consumers carry a high degree of protection of the body from the water. To find people under snow with the use of this device, judging by the reviews, it is convenient including at night. Display model ORTOVOX 3+ is equipped with a backlight.

ARVA NEO: description

The Beeper of this brand are manufactured by the French company ARVA. Like most other models, this beeper is equipped with three antennas. To wear this device without first plugging it in gear, in itself, impossible. Thus, the manufacturer provides additional security for skiers. For many, going to ride on the highway, simply forget to turn the transceiver on. The battery of the beeper is designed to work without a recharge mode signal transmission for 250 hours. A range from budget an avalanche beacon ARVA NEO more than the ORTOVOX 3+ - 60 m.

Feedback about the beepers ARVA NEO

The advantages of the beeper of this brand consumers include primarily the ergonomics and ease of use. Quick people search helps including the presence of illumination on the screen, and user-friendly interface. Some disadvantages of this model, judging by the reviews, is that she doesn't like the tagging feature. However, such problems occur all too often.

Beeper BCA Trtaker

The Range of this device, according to the manufacturer, is 61 m. the model is Made BCA Trtaker in the United States. On the light display of this device is displayed, among other things, and azimuth. Also the device shows the distance to the transmitter.

The weight of the device BCA Trtaker along with batteries is only 385 grams. Antennas this beeper has two. In transmit mode the device can operate 250...