Owner’s Manual

Bedienungsanleitung
Manuel D’Utilisation
Manuale Di Istruzioni
Manual De Instruccions

Direction Lights
Richtungsanzeige
Affichage de la direction
Spie luminose di direzione
Luces direccionales
Distance Indicator/Battery Power Display
Distanzanzeige/Batterieladeanzeige
Indicateur de distance/Témoin de batterie
Indicatore di distanza/Display del livello batteria
Indicator de distancia/Estado de bateria

2Multiple Burial Indicator Light
Mehrfachverschüttetenanzeige
Indicateur multi victimes
Led indicatore di seppellimento multiplo
Luz Indicadora de Entierros Múltiples
Options/SP Button
Optionenschalter/SP
Bouton options/SP
Pulsante opzioni/SP
Boton de opciones/SP

LoudspeakerLautsprecher
Haut-parleur
Altoparlante
Altavoz

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Battery Door
Batteriefach
Logement des piles
Sportello batterie
Compartmento de bateria

Transmit Light
Sendekontrolllampe
Témoin d’émission
Spia luminosa di trasmissione
Indicador de transmisión

On/Off Switch
Ein/Aus Schalter
Bouton Marche / Arrêt
Pulsante di accensione
Interruptor

Search/Transmit Tab
Sende-/Suchschalter
Sélecteur mode recherche/émission
Pulsante ricerca/trasmissione
Boton de busqueda/transmisión3

Disclaimer

This is a basic introduction to avalanche safety and awareness.
We encourage you to read this manual thoroughly. On our website,
you will also find a list of avalanche instructors. We strongly suggest
taking an avalanche course in your area before venturing into thebackcountry.
Before leaving, call your local avalanche forecast center anddetermine the danger level in the area you intend to visit.

Make sure all rescue equipment is functioning properly before
venturing into the backcountry. Perform a transceiver trailhead test
every time you use your Tracker. Check that all transceivers transmit
and receive properly—and that all receive a signal at a minimum
distance of ten meters, the international standard for effective range.

U.S.
CanadaEuropeDo not place cellular phones, communication radios, or any otherelectronic equipment within 20" (50 cm) of the Tracker2 while
performing a transceiver search. In receive mode, irregular readings,
decreased range and multiple burial indications can be caused bythese and other sources of electrical interference, such as powerlines, electrical storms, and electrical generating equipment. In
transmit mode, keep the Tracker2 at least 8" (20 cm) from otherelectronic equipment or large metal objects. Use only alkaline
batteries of identical age and brand. Do not use rechargeable,lithium, Oxyride, PowerPix, or any other non-alkaline battery.

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This owner’s manual covers the basic techniques required
to use the Tracker2 effectively. To increase your efficiency, referto the advanced techniques described on our website: www.
backcountryaccess.com. Here you will also find important resources
for obtaining avalanche education and updates on regional
avalanche conditions.
To ensure warranty protection and to be notified of periodic software
updates, please complete an online warranty registration atwww.backcountryaccess.com/warranty.
Conforms to the R&TTE harmonized version of the EN 300 718 andmeets or exceeds the requirements of Articles 3.1, 3.2, and 3.3.

ENGLISHNo avalanche transceiver can save lives without a fully trained
user. Practice frequently with your Tracker before going into
the backcountry. Learn and understand the inherent dangers
of backcountry travel. Become educated in avalanche hazard
evaluation, route selection, and self-rescue. In addition to yourtransceiver, always carry a probe and shovel—and always travelwith a partner. We also recommend the use of avalanche airbags.

Avalanche Awarenesswww.avalanche.org
www.avalanche.ca
www.lawinen.org

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Low
Moderate
Considerable
High
Extreme
Pockets of next danger level

At the trailhead, check that each person has a working transceiver,probe, and shovel—and knows how to use them. We also
recommend the use of avalanche airbags.

Learn to recognize avalanche terrain:• Does this slope have a history of sliding?
• What is the angle and aspect of the slope?
• Will recent weather impact snow stability?

Learn to avoid avalanche terrain:• Is there any evidence of recent avalanche activity?
• Is the slope angle between 30 and 45 degrees?
• Does the slope you plan to use have dangerous terrain traps(rocks, trees, gullies, cliffs, etc.)?

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Avalanche Awareness
Cross potentially dangerous terrain one at a time.
Identify and practice stopping in safe zones.
Have an escape route in mind if the slope does avalanche.
Communicate with your partners before moving on to the slope.

When traveling in a group, be aware of the errors
groups typically make:• Recreating at an area that’s been visited without incident before
and feeling confident in its stability.
• Not speaking out or communicating concerns about a pathor slope, fearing conflict.
• Being overconfident in the groups’ abilities.
• Determination to reach a destination without re-evaluating terrain
and conditions.
If in doubt, it is always best to avoid questionable terrain andreturn when the snow is stable.

If you are caught in an avalanche:• Yell “avalanche” and wave your arms to alert your group.
• Deploy your avalanche airbag if you have one.
• Try to escape the slide by grabbing trees or rocks or ‘swimming’
to the side.
• Try to keep your airway clear of snow.
• When you feel the slide slowing, thrust a hand upward in hopesof it being seen.
• Place your other hand in front of your face to increase theair space.
• Remain calm, breathe slowly and conserve your air.

Searching for victims:

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Do not go for help! You are the victim’s only chance of survival!
Establish a last seen point.
Confirm you are not in danger of a second avalanche occurring.
Look for visual clues to the victim’s location.
Begin your signal search for the victim using your avalanchetransceiver.

This quick reference page is an introduction to proper use of the
Tracker2. For more detailed information, read the entire manual andconsult our website: www.backcountryaccess.com.

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Travel with considerate partners:

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Quick Reference

Basic functions

On/off: Turn the on/off switch on the back of the Tracker to the “on”
position. The battery life is displayed in the distance/battery power
display. Change batteries before they reach 40 percent.
Search mode: Pull down the search tab at the bottom of the unit.
In search mode, the display will show “SE” and “SEARCH” is exposed
underneath the tab. Unit must be in transmit mode to turn it off. After
30 minutes in search mode, the Tracker will beep every 10 minutes.
Return to transmit: Push the search tab in toward the body of thetransceiver until it clicks into place. The display will flash “tr” andbeep for five seconds before it begins to transmit. After 12 hours intransmit mode, the Tracker will beep every 2 minutes.

Searching with the Tracker2

The objective is to find the strongest signal (lowest distance reading)and immediately begin probing the area.
In the event of a burial, switch your Tracker (and all othertransceivers) to search mode. "SE" will flash in the distance window
until a signal is captured.
Signal search: If there is a "last seen point," start your signal search
there, and search downhill. Otherwise, start your signal search at thetop, bottom or side of the slide path. Allow a maximum of 40 meters
between searchers or between switchbacks if only one searcher.
Slowly rotate your Tracker back and forth until you engage the signal.
Coarse search: Once a signal is engaged, align the Tracker sothat any of the center three lights are flashing and move quickly inthe direction the Tracker is pointing. Your direction of travel might
be straight or slightly curved. Make sure the number in the distancedisplay is decreasing. If it is increasing, turn 180 degrees. Inside ten
meters, move slowly and try to keep the center search light engaged.
Fine search: Within three meters, use your transceiver close to
the snow surface and look for the smallest distance reading. Ignore
sudden fluctuations in distance and direction; the strongest signal isoften just past these fluctuation points. Begin probing at the smallest
reading (strongest signal).

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Objective: Locate signal•If no "last seen point," search entire path
•Rotate Tracker horizontally and vertically•Max 40m between searchers or switchbacks
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40m

Basic functions

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avalanche

FINE
SEARCH< 3m

Objective: Move quickly to 10m,
slowly to 3m•Keep flashing light within center 3 windows•Move quickly in direction Tracker is pointing•Make sure distance is decreasing•Slow down at 10m

Objective: Locate smallest distance reading(strongest signal)•Use Tracker close to snow surface•Ignore fluctuations in distance and direction•Begin probing at lowest distance•Probe in concentric circles 10in (25cm) apart

Probing/Pinpointing

At your lowest distance reading, probe in concentric circles, with eachprobe hole about 10 inches (25 cm) apart. Your probe should enter thesnow perpendicular to the slope. Once you have confirmed the victim’s
location, leave the probe in the snow.

Shoveling

Shoveling is difficult and exhausting and consumes the majority oftime during an avalanche rescue. For best results, start shoveling
just downhill of the probe. In burials deeper than 1 meter,
excavate downhill about 1.5 times the burial depth, at least one“wingspan” wide.

Multiple Burials

Complex multiple burials are quite rare in recreational settings
and usually can be treated as a series of single burials. For more
information on multiple burial search techniques, see page 15.
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Remember, transceiver searches are only part of the avalanche
rescue process. It is equally important to practice the probing andshoveling techniques found later in this section.

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COARSESEARCH
3–40m

Thank you for choosing the Tracker2, the world’s fastest threeantenna transceiver.

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SIGNALSEARCH>40m

Familiarization

On/off: Turn the on/off switch u on the back of the Tracker to the“on” position (see Figure A). The battery life is displayed in the
distance/battery power display v.
After displaying battery power, the transceiver flashes “tr” andenters transmit mode. The transmit light w flashes with every othertransmit pulse. This light will not flash if the battery power is below
20 percent.
Note: that the battery percentage is approximate. The manufacturer
suggests replacing batteries x before reaching 40 percent.
Search mode: Pull down the search tab y at the bottom of theunit. In search mode, the display will show “SE” and “SEARCH” isexposed underneath the tab.
The transceiver cannot be turned off in search mode. Always return
to transmit mode to turn off your unit.
Return to transmit: Push the search tab in toward the body of thetransceiver until it clicks into place. The display will flash “tr” andbeep for five seconds before it begins to transmit.
After 30 minutes in search mode, the transceiver will beep every ten
minutes. After 12 hours in transmit mode, the transceiver will beep
every two minutes. These beeps are reminders that there has beenno user input and the transceiver is still on.

Adjustment/Fitting

The Tracker2 can be worn with or without its harness.
The manufacturer recommends securing it with the harness.
When used with a harness, the Tracker2 should be wornunderneath your outer garments, as shown in Figure B. Distance/
directional display should be against your body, on/off switch should
be exposed and visible.
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Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

Waist Strap

Lanyard

Waist Attachment Buckle

To search, remove Tracker from pouch, but keep harness andlanyard attached to your body. If using without harness, keep
Tracker in a secure pocket, preferably in your pants or other garmentthat won’t be removed while traveling in the backcountry. Attachlanyard clip to zipper or other solid fixture. If lanyard is removed fromharness or clothing for searching, keep attached to your wrist withloop provided.

Power Supply

The Tracker2 operates with three AAA alkaline batteries. Use only
high-quality alkaline batteries of identical age and brand. Do not use
rechargeable, lithium, Oxyride, PowerPix or any other non-alkaline
battery. Replace with fresh batteries at the beginning of every
season.
In addition to being displayed at startup, the battery power level canalso be checked in transmit mode by pressing the options/SP button

The search process includes four phases: the signal search, thecoarse search, the fine search, and the probing/pinpointing phase.
Signal Search: The signal search refers to the process ofestablishing a search pattern and looking for a signal. The searchpattern will be defined by the victim’s last seen area, the size of theslide, and the number of searchers. Refer to Figure C to establish
a signal search pattern. If the slide is less than 40 meters wide,
the signal search path will be directly up or down the center. If thevictim’s last seen area is well defined, the signal search will follow a
direct path along the fall line (up or down) from this point.
If the slide is wider than 40 meters and there is no last seen point,
cover the entire slide area by using switchbacks in the search pattern(Figure C). If multiple rescuers are available, establish a searchpattern where the space between searchers is no more than 40
meters and the distance to the edges is no more than 20 meters.
Figure C

Signal search path with one searcher(slide wider than 40 meters).
avalanche pathShoulder Strap

last seen area

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20 m

Signal search path with multiple searchers(slide wider than 40 meters).

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

last seen area

Searching

The Tracker2 operates using the 457 kHz international standard
frequency. It is fully compatible with all avalanche transceivers
adhering to this standard. Do not use with 457kHz transceivers
designed for firefighter rescue.

40m
40m

z.
If the Tracker is subjected to excessive moisture, open the battery
door x to help allow the unit to dry. To prevent corrosion ofcontacts, remove batteries during extended periods of inactivity.
The manufacturer does not warranty damage caused by battery
corrosion.

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40m
20 m

20 m

40 m

40 m

20 m

When searching, keep the Tracker2 at least 20” (50 cm) awayfrom electrical equipment, including cell phones. Turn all electricalequipment off if possible.
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Figure B

Operating Instructions

Figure D

Slowly rotate the Tracker horizontally andvertically in your hand, but move rapidly during
the signal search. Do not abandon your search
path until you have captured a strong, steadysignal. Ignore irregular signals, which cansometimes be caused by electrical interference.

Coarse Search: The coarse search is the portion of the search from
where you have detected a steady signal to where you are close to
the victim.
Once the signal is consistently detected, rotate the Tracker slowly
on a horizontal plane until the center direction light { is blinking.
The Tracker is now pointed in the direction of the strongest signal.
The four lights on either side of center tell you which way to rotate theTracker to engage the center light. The distance indicator v tells you,in approximate meters, how far you must travel (1 meter = 1.1 yards
or 3.3 feet). If the number on the distance indicator is increasing,you are on the same axis as the victim’s signal, but moving in the
opposite direction. Turn 180 degrees, engage the center search
light again, and continue your search in the direction the Tracker
is pointing. If you are stationary, but the distance is significantly
changing, you are probably detecting the signal of another rescuer.
Make sure all rescuers are in search mode before continuing.

Move your transceiver slowly in a straight line along the surface of thesnow during the final three meters of the fine search. The directional
lights do not illuminate in the final two meters, so only pay attention
to the distance readings. From the point where you have located thesmallest reading, “bracket” at 90-degree angles to the left and then to
the right in search of a lower reading (Figure E). Repeat if necessary
along both axes. Begin probing at the lowest distance reading.
Figure E
3.0

Bracketing: Make sure you go well past
the low reading to confirm it is the lowest.
When bracketing, ignore the directional
lights, which no longer illuminate atless than two meters. Do not rotate thetransceiver during this process, as it canchange the distance readings.

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Probing/Pinpointing

At your lowest distance reading, probe in concentric circles, with eachprobe hole about 10 inches (25 cm) apart (Figure F). Your probe should
enter the snow perpendicular to the slope. Once you have confirmed
the victim’s location, leave the probe in the snow.
Figure F
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10 cm
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You may find that, while following the directional lights, your routefollows an arc. This is because the Tracker2 follows the shape of theelectromagnetic signal coming from the transmitting transceiver’s
antenna. The distance displayed is the distance to be traveled alongthat signal, not the straight-line distance from you to the victim.

where the signal is strongest (distance reading is lowest) and to
reduce the area to be probed.

90°

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10”

25 cm 25 cm

Fine Search: The fine search is the final part of the transceiver
search, which is performed on foot with the transceiver positioned ator near the snow surface. The objective of the fine search is to locate
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Prior to the signal search, be sure that all transceivers are turned
to search mode. Rotate the Tracker slowly in all directions (FigureD) while moving along your signal search pattern. While searching,
be aware of other physical clues, such as equipment or extremities
protruding from the snow surface. When no signal is detected,“SE” will flash in the distance indicator. Once a signal is detectedconsistently, mark this spot and begin the coarse search.

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Figure G

1.5 xburial depth

Multiple Burials

Complex multiple burials are quite rare in recreational settings andusually can be treated as a series of single burials. When morethan one transmitting victim is within the receive range of Tracker2,
the multiple burial light | will illuminate and stay solid. (Note:
this light can occasionally illuminate irregularly in the presence ofelectromagnetic noise or when detecting older analog transceivers).
If the multiple burial light is illuminated and/or the Tracker2 displays
more than one distance and direction, then you probably haveseveral victims within your receive range. Stay in search (SE) mode,and focus on the closest distance reading, attempting to engage thatsignal in the center search light.

Special techniques should be considered if there are several
rescuers available, the victims are in very close proximity, and theirtransceivers cannot be turned off. See the following page for asummary of these techniques.

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Shoveling

Shoveling is difficult and consumes the majority of time during anavalanche rescue. Do not take shoveling skills for granted. For best
results, start shoveling just downhill of the probe (Figure G). Make
your hole is at least one “wingspan” wide. In burials deeper than one
meter, excavate downhill about 1.5 times the burial depth.

Operating Instructions

Advanced Options

Auto-Revert System: if engaged by the user, the auto-revert feature
automatically returns the Tracker2 to transmit mode after five minutes
in search mode. At startup, the user can engage the Tracker’s autorevert feature by pressing and holding the options/SP button z whileturning the transceiver on. Continue to depress the SP button until
the display window shows “Ar.” Once auto-revert is engaged, autorevert remains activated as long as the transceiver is on.
If auto-revert is engaged, then after four minutes and 30 seconds insearch mode, an alarm will sound for 30 seconds and “Ar” will flash
repeatedly in the distance indicator. To remain in search mode, briefly
press the options/SP button or toggle the search tab in and back out
at any time during the 30-second alarm period. If 30 seconds elapse,“tr” will flash once and the Tracker will begin transmitting. In autorevert mode, as long as the search tab is pulled out, the beeping willcontinue to alert the user that the transceiver is transmitting.
If auto-revert is not engaged, the Tracker will sound a short alarm every
ten minutes to remind the user that he or she is in search mode. After
30 minutes in search, the transceiver will beep every ten minutes.
Mute Mode: To mute the sound, begin in transmit (“tr”) mode, pushand hold the options/SP button z, then pull the search tab on, wait
until “L0” is displayed, then release the options/SP button. To turnthe loudspeaker } back on, simply push the search tab back intotransmit. The next time you return to search (“SE”) mode, the soundwill be on. Mute mode will not deactivate the beeps emitted when thetransceiver is about to begin transmitting a signal.

Once you are significantly closer to one signal than the other (in SEmode), Tracker2 will “lock” onto that signal and mask out the others.
Once this signal is isolated, the Tracker will behave very similar to how
it does in a single transceiver search. Once you have located the firsttransceiver, turn it off if you determine the conditions are safe. If you
have a clear signal, then begin the search here for the next victim.

Special Mode: Special (SP) mode is an advanced feature designed
to assist expert searchers in specialized multiple burial situations.
These situations are typically only found in guided groups where
victims are in close proximity and one or more rescuers can start
shoveling while a professional guide resumes the transceiver search.
SP mode can provide that searcher with a distance and direction to
the next victim.

If the multiple burial light is flashing consistently on and off, then there
are at least two victims in close proximity (within five meters of thesearcher). This may require a special technique.

Special mode can only be entered while the user is in search mode.
To enter SP mode, press the options/SP button z. For further
instructions, see the next page.

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Special Search Techniques
If no other signal is captured in SP mode and you suspect victims are
nearby, stand up and try again at chest height. If still no other signal isdetected, take three steps back and repeat (or revert to SE mode anduse the three-circle method).

Three-Circle Method: This technique involves remaining in SE
mode and making concentric circles around the location of the first
victim until another signal is detected. It is most effective in large
deposition areas and low-angle terrain.

Once you have located another signal in SP mode, begin to move inthat direction. If the distance consistently decreases, you are goingin the right direction. Travel far enough in SP mode to confirm the
distance is decreasing and which way the signal is trending. If morethan one signal is being displayed and it becomes unclear which one
to pursue, continue in the direction you have been searching. Always
switch back to SE mode when you think you are getting closer totransceiver 2 than transceiver 1.

Micro-Search Strip Method: This technique is more useful insmaller debris areas, like those often encountered in guiding exams.
The user remains in SE mode and crisscrosses the debris pile instrips three to five meters apart until the next signal is detected.
For detailed instructions on using the special techniques above, see
our Advanced Tracker Manuals at www.backcountryaccess.com.
Special Mode: For greatest efficiency in “special case” closeproximity multiple burials, use special (SP) mode. This mode enables
the Tracker to display the distance and direction of signals otherthan those of the closest transceiver (Figures I, J). It also reduces
the Tracker’s search “window” to the center three directional lights,
enabling the searcher to mask out transceiver 1 and differentiate
it from transceiver 2. SP mode is used to determine approximately
what direction and distance to go to get closer to transceiver 2. Onceyou are closer, always switch back to SE mode.
To use SP mode, hold the Tracker steady at the lowest possible
distance reading. Switch the Tracker to SP mode, then rotate—do
not sweep—the Tracker gradually until another signal is detected(transceiver 2), most likely with a larger distance reading. If the
Tracker is rotated more than about 40 degrees away from the signalof transceiver 1, that signal will disappear, allowing you to focus on thesignal from transceiver 2. However, it is possible to capture more than
one signal in SP mode.
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Figure I

2

In search mode (SE), only thestrongest signal (transceiver 1)
is shown. Signals further away
are received (transceiver 2), but
not shown in the distance anddirection display.

Figure J

2

In special mode (SP), all signals are shown,
but Tracker2 acts as a “spotlight” withnarrowed vision: approximately 75 degrees infront and in back of the searching transceiver.
Only the signals within this angle (transceiver2) are shown. This 75° angle corresponds to
the Tracker’s center three lights.
Always switch back to search mode (SE)when you’re more than halfway fromtransceiver 1 to transceiver 2.
After finding a victim, if no further signals are detected in SP mode,
then continue the search if there are still missing victims. Revert
to search mode and perform a signal search of the remaining
unchecked areas within the debris pile. Resume your signal search at
the point where it was originally abandoned.
For more details on multiple burials, please refer to our website:www.backcountryaccess.com.
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ENGLISHIn most cases, multiple burials are approached as a series of single
burials. However, special techniques might be helpful if the victims’
transceivers cannot be turned off and there are several rescuers
available (so some can start shoveling while the best transceiveruser continues searching). These techniques are only necessary forclose-proximity situations, where two or more victims are suspected
to be very close to each other. If the victims are located less thanabout five meters from each other, then it is possible to move pasta signal without it being detected. If the victims are suspected to
be further apart than this, then it is quite simple to continue on yoursignal search until the second victim’s signal is captured and isolatedby your Tracker. In the case of suspected close-proximity multiple
burials (with more than one rescuer available), we suggest thefollowing special techniques:Declaration of Conformity

according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014
Manufacturer:
Backcountry Access, Inc.
2820 Wilderness Place, Unit H
Boulder, CO 80301
USA
Declares that the product:
Tracker 2457 kHz Avalanche Rescue Transceiver
meets or exceeds all essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC, including Articles
3.1a, 3.1b, 3.2, and 3.3e and the harmonized standards:
EN 300 718-1
EN 300 718-2
EN 300 718-3

Bruce McGowan
President, Backcountry Access, Inc.

Technical Specifications• Frequency: 457 kHz• Batteries: Three AAA/LR03 alkaline batteries. Do not use rechargeable,lithium, Oxyride, PowerPix or any other non-alkaline battery.
• Battery life: minimum 1 hour in search mode after 200 hours in transmit mode
(approximately 250 hours in transmit only or 50 hours in search only)• Search strip width: 50 meters• Weight: 6.4 ounces (181 grams) without strap and batteries• Size: 5.2” x 3.4” x 1” (13.2cm x 7.6cm x 2.5cm)• Minimum temperature range (at 66.7 percent battery power):transmit mode: -10°C to +40°C (14°F to 104°F);
search mode: -20°C to +40°C (-4°F to 104°F)• U.S. Patent number 6,167,249 & 6,484,021 B1FCC ID: OUNT2
Model No.: Tracker2
IC: 3561A-T2
This device complies with 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.

• 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.
Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this device.

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Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a 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 residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiateradio 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 particularinstallation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off andon, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:

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Technical Specifications

Technische Daten

Spécifications techniques• Frequenz: 457 kHz• Batterien: Drei AAA/LR03 Alkalibatterien. Verwenden Sie keine
wiederaufladbaren, Lithium, Oxyride, PowerPix oder andere nicht
alkalische Batterien.
• Batterielebensdauer: mindestens eine Stunde im Suchmodus nach
200 Stunden im Sendemodus (250 Stunden im reinen Sendemodus oder
50 Stunden im reinen Suchmodus)• Suchstreifenbreite: 50 Meter• Gewicht: 181 Gramm (ohne Tragegurt und Batterien)• Abmessungen: 13,2 cm x 7,6 cm x 2,5 cm• Mindesttemperaturbereich (bei 66,7 Prozent Batteriekapazität).
Sendemodus: -10°C bis 40°C
Suchmodus: -20°C bis 40°C
• U.S. Patent Nummer 6,16, 249 & 6, 484, 021 B1• Fréquence : 457 kHz• Piles: trois piles alkaline AAA/LR03: N’employez pas de piles rechargeables,
au lithium, PowerPix, oxyride ou tout autre pile non alkaline.
• Autonomie: au moins une heure en mode recherche après 200 heuresen mode émission (environ 250 heures uniquement en mode émission)• Bande de recherche: 50 m
• Poids: 181 grammes, non compris sangles et piles• Dimensions: 13.2 cm x 8.3 cm x 2.8 cm• Température de fonctionnement: -20°C à +45°C• Brevet U.S. numéro 6,167,249 & 6,484,021

FCC ID OUNT2
Modellnummer: Tracker2
IC: 3561A-T2
Dieses Gerät entspricht dem Teil 15 der FFC Vorgaben.
Der Betrieb ist an folgende Voraussetzungen gebunden:

Ne pas positionner de téléphones portables, moyens de communication radio ou
autre équipement électronique à moins de 15 cm de votre TRACKER pendantque vous effectuez une recherche. En mode réception, des affichages irréguliers
peuvent être causés par une source d’interférence électrique, comme les lignes
à haute tension, courants électriques et générateurs. En mode émission, le
TRACKER DTS peut rester en contact avec un de ces équipements si il est
stocké horizontalement.
Conforme à la norme EN 300 718, répond ou dépasse les exigences desarticles 3.1, 3.2 et 3.3.

1. Dieses Gerät darf keine schädliche Interferenz erzeugen, und
2. Dieses Gerät muss empfangenen Interferenzen standhalten,
inklusive Interferenzen, welche nicht gewünschte Reaktionen erzeugen

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Hinweis: Dieses Gerät wurde überprüft, so dass es mit den Vorgaben der
Klasse B von digitalen Geräten bezüglich der FCC, Teil 15, übereinstimmt.
Die Vorgaben sind so ausgelegt, dass vor schädigenden Interferenzen beiöffentlichen Installationen in vernünftigem Umfang geschützt wird. Dieses
Gerät generiert, nutzt und emittiert Energie durch Radiowellen, welche
störend auf Radiokommunikation wirken können, falls es nicht analog derBedieninstruktionen installiert und betrieben wird. Allerdings kann nicht
garantiert werden, dass sich keine Störungen in speziellen Situationen ergeben.
Falls das Gerät den Radio- oder Televisionsempfang stört, kann die Störung
dadurch beseitigt werden, dass das Gerät an und wieder ausgeschalten wird.
Der Anwender wird aufgefordert die Interferenz durch eine oder mehrere derfolgenden Maßnahmen zu vermeiden:• Änderung der Antennenausrichtung oder der Antennenplatzierung• Vergrößerung des Abstands zwischen dem Gerät und dem Empfänger
• Anschließen des Gerätes an eine Spannungsversorgung, an welcheder Empfänger nicht angeschlossen ist• Hinzuziehen des Händlers oder eines Radio/TV Technikers
Warnung: Jedwede Änderung oder Modifikation, welche nicht ausdrücklich vom
Hersteller und Vertreiber geprüft wurde, führt zum Verlust der Betriebserlaubnis.
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Technical Specifications
possono invalidare l’autorità dell’utente a servirsi dell’apparecchiatura.

Dati tecnici• Frequenza: 457 kHz• Batterie: tre batterie AAA/LRO3 alcaline; Non usare batterie ricaricabili,
al litio, PowerPix, Oxyride o qualsiasi altra batteria non alcalina.
• Durata delle batterie: minimo 1 ora in modalità di ricerca dopo 200 ore
in modalità di trasmissione (approssimativamente 250 ore soltantoin trasmissione oppure 50 ore soltanto in modalità di ricerca).
• Larghezza corridoio di ricerca: 50 metri• Peso: 181 grammi senza  cintura, tracolla e batterie• Dimensioni: 13,2 cm x 7,6 cm x 2,5 cm• Campo di temperatura operativo minimo(al 66,7 % di livello di carica delle batterie):
modalità di trasmissione: da -10°C a +40°C;
modalità di ricerca : da -20°C a +40°C• Brevetto U.S. numero 6,167,249 & 6,484,021 B1FCC ID: OUNT2
Modello Nr.: Tracker 2
IC: 3561A-T2
Questo apparecchio è conforme alla Parte 15 delle Regolamentazioni FCC(Federal Communications Commission). Il suo utilizzo è soggetto alle seguenti
condizioni:

Dichiarazione di Conformità

ai sensi della Guida ISO/IEC 22 e della norma EN 45014
Produttore:
Backcountry Access, Inc.
2820 Wilderness Place, Unit H
Boulder, CO 80301, USAdichiara che il prodotto:
Tracker 2457 kHz Apparecchio di Ricerca in Valanga
soddisfa o supera tutti i requisiti essenziali ed altre relative disposizioni della
Direttiva 1999/5/CE in materia di conformità europea delle apparecchiatureradio e delle apparecchiature terminali di telecomunicazione (R&TTE), inclusi gli
articoli 3.1a, 3.1b, 3.2 e 3.3e e le norme armonizzate:
EN 300 718-1;
EN 300 718-2;
EN 300 718-3.

1. Il dispositivo non deve causare interferenze fastidiose.
2. Deve essere in grado di accettare eventuali interferenze, incluse quelleche potrebbero provocare anomalie nel funzionamento.

APPENDIX

Nota bene: Questo apparecchio è stato testato ed è risultato conforme ai limiti
relativi ai dispositivi digitali di Classe B in conformità con le specifiche indicate
nella Parte 15 delle Regolamentazioni FCC. Questi limiti sono designati alfine di fornire una ragionevole protezione contro le interferenze dannose in
un’installazione residenziale. Questa apparecchiatura genera, utilizza e puòirradiare energia a radiofrequenza e, se non installata e utilizzata in conformità
con le istruzioni, può causare interferenze dannose alle comunicazioni radio.
Tuttavia, non vi è alcuna garanzia che tali interferenze non si verifichino in
una particolare installazione. Se questa apparecchiatura provoca interferenze
dannose alla ricezione radio o televisiva, che possono essere determinate
dall’accensione o dallo spegnimento dell’apparecchio, l’utente è incoraggiato a
provare a correggere tale interferenza mediante una o più delle seguenti misure:• Riorientare o riposizionare l’antenna di ricezione.
• Aumentare la distanza tra l’unità e il ricevitore• Collegare l’unità ad una presa di corrente posizionata su un circuito diverso
da quello a cui è collegato il ricevitore.
• Consultare il rivenditore o un tecnico radio/TV esperto per assistenza.
Avvertenza: cambiamenti o modifiche apportate a questo apparecchio in
assenza di approvazione espressa da parte del responsabile per la conformità
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Especificaciones técnicas• Frecuencia: 457 kHz• Baterías: tres pilas alcalinas AAA/LR03: No utilice recargable litio, PowerPix,
Oxyride o cualquier otra bateria no alcalina.
• Baterías: tres pilas alcalinas AAA/LR03: No utilice recargable litio, PowerPix,
Oxyride o cualquier otra bateria no alcalina.
• Duración de las baterías: mínimo 1 hora en modo búsqueda después de
200 horas en el modo transmisión (apróximadamente 250 horas únicamente
en el modo transmisión o 50 horas únicamente en el modo búsqueda.
• Banda de búsqueda: 50 metros.
• Peso: 181 gramos, no incluidos la correa y las baterías.
• Tamaño: 13.2 cm x 8.3 cm x 2.8 cm• Gama de temperatura de funcionamiento: de -20 ° C a + 45 ° C• Numero de patente U.S.A : 6,167,249 & 6,484,021
Aleje cualquier aparato electrónico (Teléfonos móviles, radios,...) del Tracker
DTS unos 15 cm como mínimo, cuando esté desempeñando una búsqueda. Lasinterferencias de estos aparatos o de cualquier otra fuente de energía eléctrica
pueden provocar lecturas erróneas En modo emisión el Tracker tolera laproximidad (2,5 cm.) de aparatos electrónicos si esta colocado horizontalmente.
Conforme con la versión armonizada R&TTE del Conocimiento y Exceso EN
300 718 Artículos 3.1, 3.2, y 3.3

Warranty Information
Limited Warranty
The manufacturer, Backcountry Access, Inc. (BCA), expressly warrants theworkmanship and components of the Tracker2 for five years after the dateof retail purchase. All parts will be either repaired or replaced free of charge,
including labor, by the manufacturer. This warranty does not cover damage
to the product caused by improper use or excessive wear and tear. Direct
all warranty claims to BCA or your retailer. All claims must include proof ofpurchase and a return authorization number. To ensure warranty protection,please return the enclosed warranty registration card.
Garantiebeschränkung
Der Hersteller Backcountry Access, Inc. (BCA), garantiert während fünf Jahren
ab Kaufdatum für Verarbeitungs und Materialfehler. Alle Teile werden repariertoder durch den Hersteller gratis ersetzt. Die Garantie erstreckt sich nicht auf
Schäden durch Abnützung oder fehlerhafte Bedienung. Alle Garantieansprüche
sind zu richten an die Verkaufstelle oder an die jeweilige Landesvertretung.
Garantie
Le fabricant, Backcountry Access, Inc. (BCA), garantit le Tracker2 cinq ans
pièces et main d'oeuvre à partir de la date d'achat. Toute pièce sera réparéeou remplacée gratuitement, main d'oeuvre comprise, par le fabricant. Cette
garantie ne couvre pas les dégâts résultants d'une mauvaise utilisation.
Toute réclamation devra être adressée à votre détaillant ou distributeur.
Toute réclamation devra être accompagnée de la preuve d'achat et d'unnuméro de SAV.

APPENDIX

Limitazioni della Garanzia
Il costruttore, Backcountry Access, Inc. (BCA), garantisce espressamente
la corretta costruzione ed i componenti del Tracker2 per cinque anni dalla
data di acquisto presso il dettagliante. Le parti saranno riparate o sostituite
gratuitamente - ore di manodopera incluse - presso il costruttore. La presentegaranzia non copre i danni al prodotto derivanti da uso improprio, usura
eccessiva o squarcio. Inviate qualsiasi richiesta di intervento in garanzia alvostro dettagliante o distributore. Tutte le richieste devono comprendere una
prova di acquisto e lo specifico numero di autorizzazione.
Garantía Limitada
El fabricante, Backcountry Access, Inc. (BCA), garantia la fabricanción y loscomponentes del Tracker2 por un período de cinco años a partir de la fecha decompra. El fabricante se compromete a reparar o cambiar todas las piezas sincosto, incluyendo la mano de obra. Esta garantia no cubre los daños causados
por el uso inadecusdo o desgaste excesivo. Todas las reclamaciones deberán
incluir la prueba de compra así como el número de autorización de devolución.

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Backcountry Access, Inc.
2820 Wilderness Place, Unit H
Boulder, Colorado USA
Phone: 303-417-1345
info@backcountryaccess.com
www.backcountryaccess.com
BCA /K2 Europe
K2 Sports Europe GmbH
Seeshaupter Strasse 62
82377 Penzberg
Germany
Fon: +49 8856 901 – 0
BCA@K2sports.de
BCA/K 2 Canada
1 Westside Dr. Unit #7
Etobicoke, ON
M9C 1B2
Phone, local: 416-620-4125
Phone, toll free: 866-455-2748
bca@k2canada.com
B C A / Madshus AS
Madshus AS
Industriveien 29
2936 Biri
P: 61134300
M: madshus@madshus.com
BCA/K 2 J a p a n
11F Shibaura Square Building
4-9-25 Shibaura, Minato-ku
Tokyo, 108-0023 Japan
Tel:+81-3-6858-7822
BCA@k2japan.com