Setup and Carrying Positions
Batteries, Handling and Maintenance
Only
use alkaline LR03/AAA batteries. Always replace all 3 batteries and use new batteries of
the same type.
Never use rechargeable batteries
and always replace all the batteries at the
same time. When not using the transceiver for an extended period of time (summer), remove the
batteries.
Handle your Barryvox with care. Do not drop it on the
ground and avoid mechanical shocks.
Avoid
having other
electronic devices
(e.g. mobile phones,
radios, headlamps, cameras),
metal objects
(pocket knives,
magnetic buttons), or other transceivers close to your running
avalanche transceiver.
To ensure the proper performance of the transceiver, it is
highly recommended that you send your device to an official
Barryvox service center once
every three years
for a func-
tional test. Press the key on the side during shut-down to view the recommended date of the
next check.
Stick the
emergency plan
on the back of the battery compartment lid.
Carrying System and Carrying Positions
Regardless of the carrying position, the display should always face your body!
Carrying System
(Recommended Carrying Position)
The carrying system has to be put on your innermost layer of clothing prior to beginning the trip
(see illustration on the base plate of the carrying system) and has to be worn on your body for
the duration of the trip.
The transceiver shall always remain covered by one layer of cloth-
ing.
Using the red hook on the wrist loop the device should always remain anchored to the base
plate of the carrying system.
Carrying the Transceiver in a Pocket
If you carry the Barryvox in a secure pant pocket, the zipper must remain closed for the duration
of the trip. If possible, attach the wrist loop to your pants or secure it around your belt.
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Before a party takes off, the transceivers of all party members
must be checked. The group members switch their trans-
ceivers to SEND.
The group leader switches his device to “group check” by turn-
ing it from OFF into the SEND and presses the lateral key within
the first 5 seconds.
Now, the group leader checks the device of each participant:
The test is successful
if you can
clearly hear beep sounds
from each participant's transceiver within the range indicated
on the display.
The
test distance is 1 m, the spacing between the partic-
ipants is 2 m. The indicated test distance must not be
shortened
. In case the device discovers that the distances are
too short a distance warning and alarm sound warns the user.
If your ELEMENT Barryvox
®
detects that the transmit frequency
of the tested device is not within the normative regulations, an
«E6» warning message will be shown. In this case, repeat the
test with 5 m distance between the participants to identify the
defective transmitter. Such devices must be checked/repaired
by the manufacturer.
When all devices of the participants have been tested, the
group check is finished. The group leader switches his device
now as well to SEND by pressing the key on the side.
How to solve a problem:
If no tone is heard within the in-
dicated range, the device may not be used.
1. Check if the device is switched to SEND.
2. Replace the batteries.
3. Have the device checked by the manufacturer.
Main Switch OFF / SEND / SEARCH
Start-Up / Self- and Battery Test
Single Group Check
(GROUP CHECK)
Touring
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F
F
OFF
SEND
SEARCH
OFF
SEND
SEARCH
OFF -> SEND
SEND -> OFF
OFF
SEND
SEARCH
S
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A
R
C
H
OFF
SEND
SEARCH
SEND -> SEARCH
SEARCH -> SEND
While starting, the device conducts a selftest. If the self-test fails, an error
message is displayed for 20 seconds along with an acoustic warning. If the
battery power falls below 20% or the battery icon is displayed, the batteries
must be replaced as soon as possible!
Mode SEND
The SEND mode is the normal operating mode outdoors or in all other sit-
uations in which there is a risk of avalanches. Each time the SEND mode
has been activated, this is confirmed by a triple beep sound. Each individ-
ual signal pulse is tested. If the test is successful, this is confirmed by a
blink of the red SEND-Control LED. The LCD display is automatically de-
activated in the SEND mode.
Always make sure that the switch locks into position mechanically to avoid an undesired
change of mode.
Personal Rescue Equipment
Avalanche Trans Probe
The additional use of a Mammut or Snowpulse Airbag increases the chance to stay on the
surface and therefore considerably reduces the risk of a complete burial.
GROUP
CHECK
SEND
