Vectronic Aerospace VERTEX Lite Collar, User Manual

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collar is adjusted to the circumference given on the order information sheet, the
electronic case is located exactly on top of the animal's neck.
Figure 52: Collar circumferences (a) Predefined circumference: Electronic case is exactly on
top of animal’s neck, best possible GPS reception . (b) Up to ±10% variation from predefined
circumference: Electronic case is slightly on side of animal’s neck (c) bad or no GPS reception
Make sure the magnet is removed from the electronic housing and from the Drop Off,
otherwise it stays deactivated and will not perform any GPS fixes or transfer data, and
the Drop Off will not release the collar.
If you need help or advice please contact our customer service. We will gladly bring you
in touch with other scientist working on similar species.
NOTE: Please do not shorten the belt beyond the perforated beltpart as you would
possibly cut and thereby damage the VHF antenna. If you need further shortening,
please get in touch with our customer service.
NOTE: Make sure the magnets are removed from the housing, otherwise the collar
stays deactivated and the Drop Off will not release the collar.
10 Battery options
The VERTEX Lite Collar enables the usage of different battery sizes. All batteries can
be coupled with a Drop Off system.
The battery design itself depends on the belt shape (oval, round and oval/round) and the
usage of a Drop Off system. The following table gives an overview about battery types
and weights with or without Drop Off.