ELEMENT Barryvox® Reference Manual
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1. Situation 1 Two rescuers receive two buried sub jects One rescuer continues the search for the buried subject closest to him the other rescuer should directly search for the second buried sub ject without having to mark the first one The search is therefore continued on the current signal search pattern until the transceiver obviously leads to a different buried subject Situation 2 The two rescuers only receive one buried subject One rescuer continues the search for the buried subject closest to him the other res cuer should search the remaining of the avalanche for more buried subjects The search is therefore continued on the current signal search pattern until the transceiver obviously leads to a different buried subject 4 3 3 Limitations The larger the number of buried subjects the more difficult and time consuming the exact analysis of the situation gets because of overlapping signals The more signals there are the longer the signal overlaps can last The capability to automatically detect and isolate signals from multiple buried sub jects is therefore limited Symbol The symbol indicates that signals are received from additional buried subjects that cannot be isolated and entered in the list of buried subjects yet Turn off the transceivers of the buried subjects already found as soon as possible to simplify the isolation of the remaining signals2. XY Pe a 16593 Search Suspension Stand still During the search for multiple subjects signals may overlap making it impossible to analyze the signal of a single buried subject If the signal overlap lasts several seconds the rescuer has to interrupt the process temporarily to avoid deviating from the optimal search path The Barryvox will indicate the necessity to suspend max 15 seconds the search by displaying the word Stop Stand still and do not move until the word Stop disappears at which time you can continue to search ELEMENT Barryvox ELEMENT Barryvox 5 Additional Information 5 1 W Link The ELEMENT Barryvox uses a W Link radio trans mission Different countries have varying frequency regulations The following world map shows the fre quencies used in the individual countries Note that specific frequencies may not be used in certain countries The frequency is factory set depending on the country of sale The manufacturer declines all liability in the case of after sale frequency mod ifications Please consult as well the Barryvox Legal and Regulatory Guide Frequency setting EU Region A W Link Frequency 868 MHz light grey EU and EFTA Member countries NA Region B W Link Frequency 915 MHz dark grey USA Canada and New Zealand no W Link not allowed black Japan Russia India China unknown white How to verify
3. SEND gt SEARCH Chapter Main Switch ear SE Chapter Search SEARCH gt SEND Chapter Main Switch r em Mle Chapter Send Mode 5 Sec Count Down ELEMENT Barryvox MULTIPLE FINE SEARCH COARSE SEARCH SIGNALSUCHE SWITCH OFF AND ADDITIONAL BURIALS INFORMATION Chapter Signal Search GEN VW Ai oJ Chapter Search A eg D Chapter Fine search e 709 Chapter Search for Multiple Buried Subjects N os Oe Jx Chapter Auto Revert to Send an 73 26 3 Chapter Limitations and Search for Multiple Buried Subjects SEND gt OFF Chapter Main Switch ELEMENT Barryvo Cd Chapter Auto Revert to Send de Ab 9 Cd Chapter Auto Revert to Send ay Chapter Limitations II U O 15 Chapter Periodic Checks und W Link 0 2 Setup 2 1 Initial Setup Before you use the device for the first time remove the protective foil on the front side and stick the emergency plan on the back of the battery com partment lid 2 2 Insert Replace Batteries Only use alkaline LRO3 AAA batteries of the same type Always insert 3 new batteries of the same type In case these batteries need to be remove
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5. Barryvox User manual The user manual is a practical companion in the field Barryvox Reference Manual The reference manual is a comprehensive resource of information for your Barryvox It includes the complete system overview information on mainte nance and troubleshooting but as well on rescue organization excavation and avalanche prevention Barryvox Application Safety Guide In addition to the reference handbook the Applica tion Safety Guide contains comprehensive instruc tions on the safe use and maintenance of your transceiver as well as possible sources of interfer ence Special considerations are included for effi cient fleet management www mammut ch BarryvoxManual Front view Welcome 1 UI E 10 2 EE 14 3 Send Mode SEND creiren hated SEENEN EE EE EES 20 4 Search Mode SEARCH aiceid aaa a E Er 20 Search PHASES EE 21 Seah dl 26 Search for Multiple Buried Subjects 29 5 Additional Information 34 6 Companion Rescue 40 7 Introduction to Avalanche Theory 46 IL E 50 ELEMENT Barryvox ELEMENT Barryvox Ka 1 Operation 1 2 Use of Keys Examples 1 1 Main Switch OFF SEND SEARCH The ELEMENT Barryvox clearly excels through its ease of use The device is operated using the two The main switch is located on the top
6. If your Barryvox detects that the signal search strip width needs to be reduced due to a device transmitting far apart from the normative regula tion the reduced search strip width will be indicat ed Regardless of the operating mode the following search strategies apply Search strategy if the last seen point is known The signal search strip extends downhill from the last seen point in the direction of the slide LAST SEEN POINT UNKNOWN SINGLE RESCUER LAST SEEN POINT UNKNOWN 25 A A A MULTIPLE RESCUERS 50 50 25 4 2 Auto Revert to SEND Auto revert to SEND automatically switches the transceiver from the SEARCH mode to the SEND mode if no user interaction occurs during 8 min utes Prior to reverting the device will sound an audible alarm Reverting can be avoided if either of the keys is pressed within 30 seconds of the alarm In case rescuers are buried in a second avalanche this function allows them to be located using trans ceivers Elementary understanding of transceiver search The 457kHz transmitter of the transceiver has a spa cial kidney shaped transmit distribution which is visualized with field lines in the illustration below The searching transceiver leads the rescuer along the field lines and therefore usually not in a straight line to the buried subject Search Along the Field Line Flux line search SE ELEMENT Barryvox ELEMENT Barryvox b s
7. With the following amounts of new snowfall within 1 3 days the danger level is at least CONSIDERABLE 10 20 cm with adverse conditions 20 30 cm with average conditions 30 50 cm with favorable conditions Adverse conditions Strong wind gt 50 km h Low temperatures lt 8 C Slope seldom traveled Favorable conditions Light wind gt Temperatures little below 0 C Slope traveled frequently Humans as Trigger of the Trap The steeper and more shaded the slope is the greater the likelihood of releasing a slab avalanche The likelihood increases with large groups without spacing frequent turns and especially with falls or jumps over cornices or other shock loading Remote triggering is possible starting with the danger level CONSIDERABLE i e the person triggering the ava lanche can be standing dozens of meters outside of the fracture zone This is fatal at the bottom of a slope because the entire slope above can be released Note Light forest trees far enough apart to ski or ride through will not protect you from slab ava lanches Even rock outcroppings will not prevent the release of slab avalanches 7 3 Precautions 7 3 1 Standard Safety Precautions The following standard safety precautions should always be taken regardless of the danger level Avalanche transceiver on SEND along with a probe pole and shovel Avoid fresh wind deposited snow Consider daily fluctuations in tempera
8. 4 3 Search Mode As soon as the device is switched to SEARCH it is operating in search mode ELEMENT Barryvox ELESNEBAEINT Era x Ko 4 3 1 Search for a Single Buried Subject Using the Search Mode Coarse Search If the distance to the buried subject is less than approx 60 meters the distance and direction are displayed Interpretation of the Distance Indication The distance indication shows the longest possible distance to the buried subject in meters The buried subject may be much closer but never ever further apart from the rescuer The distance can never be determined exactly It is important whether the numbers are increasing or decreasing The closer you are to the transmitting device the more precise the indicated distance is Practical Search Instructions Hold the transceiver horizontally in front of you and proceed in the direction indicated by the arrow If the distance increases you are moving away from the victim Continue the search in the opposite direction The transceiver will lead you to the buried subject quickly and reliably Do not move backwards otherwise the direction indication will be incorrect Start the search at a high speed and reduce your speed as you close in on the buried subject Oper ate the transceiver in a quiet and concentrated manner avoid rapid movements This way you will reach the objective in the quickest and easiest manner User interface in the sear
9. Basic Life Support A Airway Clear the airway snow B Breathing Perform rescue breathing as necessary E Circulation Perform CPR as necessary Basic Life Support Depending on ABCs continue rescue breaths or CPR on patient gt For a patient in an avalanche accident spe cial attention need to be paid to the imme diate clearance of the airway and rescue breaths Prevent further heat loss f patient is responsive and can control his her airway administer warm fluids Handle patient very gently Evacuate by helicopter whenever possible 6 8 Notification It is not possible to provide a complete list of all mountain and helicopter rescue services in this manual Please inform yourself prior to your trip about the local rescue services and their phone numbers and radio frequencies Message Who is calling What happened Where is the accident site When did it happen How many casualties nature of injuries how many rescuers Weather atthe accident site Alpine Distress Signal If you cannot call for help using a radio or phone you should try to communicate the emergency using the alpine distress signal We need help 6x minute Help is on the way 3x minute In visual contact with a helicopter Help No help needed ELEMENT Barryvox ELEMENT Barryvox bam 7 Introduction to Avalanche Theory We would like to provide you with som
10. a transceiver alone The burial depth and the orientation of the subject can be deter mined easily and quickly with a probe pole Use the shovel to mark the point with the lowest distance reading or loudest tone as a visual reference for the probing spiral Always probe at a right angle to the snow surface If the buried subject is hit with the probe pole the pole is left in the snow It serves as a guide while excavating the buried subject The burial depth is also a triage criterion In situa tions with limited resources deep burials are locat ed later 6 5 1 Multiple Rescuers in the Fine and Pinpoint Search If several rescuers are present while you are in the fine or pinpoint search phase place a probe 1 meter below the expected burial location Now you have the required space to conclude the fine and pinpoint search while the remaining rescuers already start with the excavation of the buried subject When you have confirmed the find with a probe hit remove the pilot probe so that the V shaped snow conveyor belt can be extended 6 5 2 No Probe Hit If the buried subject cannot be found by the probe place the probe approx 1 meter above the point with the lowest distance indication While digging enough space is now made available to allow a fur ther fine and pinpoint search within the excavation site AA ELEMENT Barryvox ELEMENT Barryvox be 6 6 Rescue Excavating the Buried Subject Siz
11. easy to use its effective use requires proper training We recommend that you practice transceiver searches regularly Electronic devices and metal objects can inter fere with the search or make it impossible See chapter Interferences Be aware that electronic devices used by other res cuers may disturb the search This is equally valid for mobile phones therefore it is highly recommen ded to switch off phones with are not absolutely required At the beginning and during the search pay close attention that the rescuer s transceivers are not transmitting and do not switch to SEND unintentio nally It does not make sense to remove the backpack and mount the shovel and probe already at the boarder of the avalanche Keep the backpack with all the equipment on you The assembled shovel and probe is only a hindrance during signal and course search Only remove your pack to assemble probe and shovel ones you have successfully concluded the fine search ELEMENT Barryvox 4 1 Search Phases In an avalanche search the following phases are distinguished 9 Signal search Coarse search using transceiver 9 Fine search Pinpointing using probe Coarse search Search area starting from the reception of the first signal until the immediate vicinity of the buried sub ject In this phase the signal search pattern is abandoned in order to follow the sig nals leading to the buried subject S
12. side of the device It can be moved by pressing down on the button By lateral keys The current function of the key is applying lateral pressure to the switch it can be set to SEND at any time In the left switch position the transceiv always shown at the right of the display 60 er is OFF in the center position H is in SEND mode and in the right position the SEARCH mode is activated To get into the OFF position an additional safety button must be pressed down as well GROUP m K CHECK UK O key Group check OFF gt SEND SEND gt SEARCH SEARCH gt SEND SEND gt OFF Always make sure that the switch locks into position mechanically to avoid an undesired change of mode EN ELEMENT Barryvox ELEMENT Barryvox bee SEND MODE GROUP CHECK SEND gt SEARCH SEARCH gt SEND OFF gt SEND Chapter Main Switch S 30 GROUP 9 Mm Ce LI Chapter Battery Level Indicator und Turning Device ON Jx Chapter Group Check E D O rc 0 IS HA Chapter Group Check im 0 ros Chapter Group Check Chapter Battery Level Indicator und Turning Device ON Chapter Send Mode Chapter Send Mode r 0 E H Chapter Group Check Io Chapter Send Mode ry 7 oie Chapter Search
13. 0 K SL LIN E on Ee lt kk EE SE ELEMENT Barryvox 2m Double Group Check We recommend to perform a double group check ones a week and in general when a new group gets together The double group check individually tests the SEND and SEARCH function of all devices The members of the party activate the group check on their transceivers or set them to a low receive volume The leader switches his or her transceiver to the SEND mode and ensures that all party mem bers can receive Subsequently the party members switch their transceivers to SEND and the leader activates the group check or sets the transceiver to a low receive volume The SEND mode of all trans ceivers is checked and ultimately the leader switches his or her transceiver to SEND ELEMENT Barryvox LEADER MEMBERS 1m V 4 3 SEND Mode The SEND mode is the normal operating mode out doors or in all other situations 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 individual signal element is tested If the test is successful this is confirmed by a blink of the red SEND Control LED The LCD display is automatically deactivated in the SEND mode but can be activated any time by pres sing either of the keys os o 7 4 SEARCH Mode Although the avalanche transceiver is
14. 1 Auto revert to SEND 4 2 Avalanche release 6 1 Avalanche danger scale 7 5 Avalanche forecast 7 4 7 5 Avalanche forecast center 7 4 Avalanche theory 8 B Basic Life Support 6 7 Basic reduction method 7 3 3 Batteries 2 2 2 8 Battery test 2 7 2 8 Battery level indicator 2 8 2 7 Burial depth 4 3 1 6 4 6 5 6 6 Burial duration 7 H Call for help 6 8 Carrying positions 2 6 Carrying system 2 6 1 2 6 2 Coarse search 4 1 4 3 1 Companion rescue 7 Conformity 5 8 Critical new snow 7 2 D Danger descriptors 7 5 Device malfunction 5 5 Diagnostics 2 7 2 9 5 4 Direction indication 4 3 1 Distance indication 4 3 1 Double group check 2 9 E Ease of use 1 2 Emergency 6 3 EN 300718 5 7 Error messages 5 5 2 7 Excavation 6 6 F Fine search 4 1 4 3 1 Fine search view 4 3 1 First Aid i 6 7 Flotation devices 6 1 G Group check 2 9 H Hazard identification 7 1 Headlamn 2 0 l Interferences 2 5 J K NEE 1 2 L Last seen point 4 1 1 6 1 Leaking batteries 2 2 Lith
15. 3 2 Search for Multiple Buried Subjects Using the Search Mode In search mode the transceiver attempts to analyze all the detectable signals and to determine the num ber of buried subjects This is possible because all the signals from one transmitter display characteris tics which are distinguishable from the signals from other transmitters The more unique the signal char acteristics are the more accurately the signals can be distinguished and located pattern recognition By automatically associating the signals with their respective sources multiple burial situations can be solved without applying specific search tactics Transceivers which additionally transmit W Link information can be detected particularly fast and reliable List of Buried Subjects The buried subjects whose transmit patterns can be identified are inserted in the list of buried subjects based on their signal strength The closest buried subject on the avalanche is shown at the bottom the furthest at the top of the list The list of buried subjects can show no more than 3 buried subjects at the time In case the amount of recognized buried subjects is greater arrow symbols indicate that the list contains further down or further up in the list additional entries Usually the device guides you so that the list is processed from bottom to top The lower already hidden part of the list of buried subjects symbol contains therefore the buried subje
16. IMPORTANT The ELEMENT Barryvox is designed for snow and mountain sports outside of controlled groomed slopes within ski area boundaries as well as controlled mantained trails All snow and winter sport activities are inherently dan gerous Knowledge and experience are essential to reduce the risk of injury or even death Do not enter avalanche terrain without an experienced guide or equivalent training Apply common sense at all times Never pursue these activi ties alone Version 1 0 2013 ENGLISH Reference Manual ELEMENT Barryvox ELEMENT Barryvox MAMMUT MADE IN SWITZERLAND Register your ELEMENT Barryvox today By registering your device you will gain exclusive access to the Barryvox Community We will remind you when to have your device serviced and provide you with technical tips the latest insights on avalanche theory as well as information about the availability of software updates If you register now several services will be free of charge Register your ELEMENT Barryvox at www mammut ch barryvox Service Centers Information and prices for maintenance and repair are available at www mammut ch barryvox gt Service Switzerland Mammut Sports Group AG Birren 5 CH 5703 Seon Phone 41 0 62 769 83 88 email info mammut ch 5 gt Ze 5 Ed 2 T a 2 fe a Europe and Mammut Sports Group GmbH Mammut Basecamp 1 DE 87787 Wolfertschwenden countries not Ph
17. The batteries must be replaced as soon as possible Refer to the instruction in the chapters Batteries Handling and Maintenance E3 Alert 457 SEND SEND LED doesn t blink 1 Make sure that no metal objects or electronic devices are close to the transmitter 2 Check and replace batteries 3 Turn the transceiver off and turn it back on after it has properly shut down 4 If this doesn t help the device must be repaired E4 Alert 457 SEARCH 1 Make sure that no metal objects or electronic devices are close to the transmitter 2 Turn the transceiver off for approx 1 minute and turn it back on 3 If this doesn t help the device must be repaired E6 Group test When testing another device an error message appeared Refer to the instructions in the chapter Single Group Check SC ELEMENT Barryvox ELEMENT Barryvox K 5 6 Warranty There is a 5 year warranty on the Barryvox trans ceiver excluding the batteries the carrying system and the wrist loop from the date of purchase shown on the purchase receipt In case of a warranty claim all parts that can be shown to have material or pro duction defects will be replaced free of charge Dam age that can be traced to incorrect handling or nor mal wear and tear is excluded The warranty is void ed if the buyer or any non authorized third party opens the device This is also the case for devices that have been used with spare parts o
18. ch mode eebe CH aes Below 3 meters SS iS N Fine search with ae P po Symbol Runway E d H i e L Above 3 meters af Coarse search with RS distance and direction indication Above approx 60 meters a Signal search Oh ZS Fine search Deep Burials During fine search hold the transceiver directly A Marking a buried subject in more than 3 meters above the snow surface Proceed in a straight depth is not possible For further information line until you reach the point of the smallest please see chapter No Probe Hit distance reading and use the shovel to mark this spot as a visual reference for the probing iV spiral Use the avalanche probe to complete locating the buried subject See chapter Companion Rescue A located subject should only be marked using the v Mark function after his or her location has been verified using a probe pole Do not place the Bar ryvox on the snow surface again for this purpose After marking a subject s location the Barryvox searches for other possible burials The transceiver gt leads you directly to the next buried subject or the signal search symbol 4 is displayed and advising you to search the rest of the avalanche See chap ter Signal Search hv ELEMENT Barryvox ELEMENT Barryvox gt 4
19. ction of the device is highly recommended to send the device every 3 years or when reaching 3000 hours of operation to a Barry vox service center or have it checked by a Barryvox service point service charge will apply The functional test is much more comprehensive and precise than the self and group check As part of this service the electronics and the mechanical components such as the case the main switch and the lateral key the battery contacts the battery compartment and cover as well as the wrist strap will be checked In case the check shows abnormal wear and tear due to incorrect or long very intense use the service center may recommend you to pur chase an exchange device We recommend that you have your device checked during the summer months so that your Barryvox is tested and ready to use at the start of the next win ter season In the Maintenance tab in the start menu you can see when the next check is due For further information concerning maintenance and testing of Barryvox transceivers please consult the Barryvox Application Safety Guide www mammut ch BarryvoxManual sl ELEMENTBarruwuox ELEMENT Barryvox b i 5 5 Troubleshooting Error message failure description Solution Transceiver doesn t turn on No self test at startup 1 Check and replace batteries 2 If this doesn t help the device must be repaired E1 E2 Batteries are empty Batteries are weak EA
20. cts which have already been marked as found and the upper not yet visible part of the list symbol _ the buried subjects which are not found yet and still ahead of you on the avalan che Independently of the position of a buried subject in the list the device will always try to guide you as quickly as possible until all recognized buried sub jects are found Procedure 1 The device favors the closest subject first Locate the vari ous buried subjects using the transceiver and probe pole Chapter Search for a Single Buried Sub ject using the Search Mode 2 As soon as you mark an individual subject the transceiver takes you to the nearest unmarked buried subject 3 Continue this proce dure until all sub jects are located and marked 4 The rescuer now A searches for addi tional buried sub jects while the dis play shows the sym A bol for the signal 4 search phase to indicate that the rest of the avalanche sur face must be searched Chapter Signal Search ELEMENT Barryvox Procedure for multiple burials Git d Ee 98 W ay N gt ay ELEMENT Barryvox Search With Multiple Rescuers When the search is conducted with multiple res cues searching at the same time it should be avoided that several rescuers search for the same buried subject
21. d the same 3 batteries or 3 new batteries need to be reinserted Never use rechargeable batteries and always replace all the batteries at the same time Make sure the lid is properly closed and that the device and the batteries stay dry Periodically inspect the battery compartment Clean or dry it if needed since moisture can cause corrosion Avoid touching the contacts with your hands A reliable power supply is crucial for the safe oper ation Please refer to the detailed instructions in the Application Safety Guide www mammut ch BarryvoxManual 2 2 1 Important Points When Using Alkaline Batteries Type LRO3 AAA When storing or not using the transceiver for an extended period of time i e in the summer remove the batteries and leave the battery com partment open The warranty becomes void if bat teries have leaked When reinserting the batteries use the same 3 batteries or 3 new batteries 2 3 Adjusting the carrying system Adjust the carrying system to fit your body Chapter Carrying positions ELEMENT Barryvox 2 4 Handling the Barryvox As all transceivers the Barryvox contains shock sensitive ferrite antennas Therefore you should handle it with utmost care Store the device and the carrying system in a dry spot that is protected from extreme cold or heat and direct sunshine It is recommended that you have the functionality tested at regular intervals See chapter Period
22. e basics on this complex topic and recommend thorough initial and ongoing advanced avalanche training The Slab Avalanche The Set Trap Most winter outdoor travelers trigger their own ava lanches The snowpack is fragile Slab avalanches resemble set traps If we trigger it the trap snaps Remember that a small slab of 100 m weighs about 25 tons 7 1 Hazard identification Very critical weather situations The avalanche danger increases rapidly after storms with new snow wind and cold tempera tures Slopes with wind drifted snow are especially dangerous Snow can also be moved by wind dur ing nice weather The first nice day after a snow event is particularly dangerous Most accidents occur when a cold front with strong winds and snow moves in after days of blue skies and cold temperatures In this situation new snow amounts of 10 20cm can constitute a critical situation that can last several days Rapid and strong warming downslope wind rain can also cause an increase in avalanche danger which decreases again with falling temperatures If the snowpack is uneven and weak the danger is hard to perceive This is often the case with shallow snow packs in the beginning of winter or during periods of little precipitation In spring the danger usually increases as the day progresses from low in the morning following a clear night to consider able in the afternoon 7 2 Risk Assessment Critical amounts of new snow
23. e the area to be dug out generously Pay atten tion to the presence of an air pocket and avoid trampling on top of the buried subject Access the buried subject laterally Digging must be practiced as well It takes by far the most time The V Shaped Snow Conveyor Belt Position diggers in a V formation gt The first two rescuers are in a distance of one shovel length from each other all additional rescuers are in a distance of two shovel length from each other Length of V e Flat terrain 2x burial depth e Steep terrain 1x burial depth gt Amount of rescuers 1 per 80 cm length of V gt Rescuer in the tip of the V directly digs fol lowing the probe to the buried subject Diggers rotate frequently approx every 4 min clockwise on command of the rescue at the tip of the V gt Cut out blocks of snow with the shovel by step ping on the shovel blade which is held perpen dicular to the surface Apply a half moon shaped cutting pattern Position yourself facing the open end of the V cut the first half moon without pulling back on the shovel shaft When cutting the second and subsequent half moons pull the shovel shaft gently backwards after you have cut the block so that it pops out To cut the next half moon step backwards toward the probe like this you do not step on the pre cut blocks DH H Uu 6 7 First Aid Patient assessment ABCs and
24. erning approval and conformity is available in the Barryvox Legal and Regulatory Guide All information provided without liability Status July 2013 Technical data and specifications are subject to change without notice in future transceivers 6 Companion Rescue Companion rescue means that buried subjects are located and excavated by members of their party immediately after the avalanche slide Avalanche rescue is a race against time While most buried subjects can be rescued within the first 8 minutes the chances of survival decrease rapidly after wards Companion rescue therefore provides the greatest chances of survival for a buried subject 6 1 If an Avalanche Occurs As a Victim e Escape to the side e Discard skis snowboards and poles gt anchor effect e Try to stay on top e Close your mouth place your hands in front of your face clear airway when the avalanche stops Separate instructions apply for the use of special ized safety equipment such as the highly efficient flotation devices As a Witness e Memorize the last seen point as well as the direction of the avalanche primary search strip See chapter Signal Search 6 2 Personal Rescue Equipment Carrying the proper personal safety equipment is critical for effective companion rescue A transceiv er a shovel and a probe pole are necessary to localize and excavate a buried subject quickly and efficiently Mammut offers a variet
25. hin the first 5 seconds After a few seconds the device will auto matically activate the group check Make sure all the other transceivers of the party are in SEND mode The test is successful if you can clearly hear beep sounds from each participant s transceiver within the range indicated on the display The members of the party must be spread out appropriately to avoid mutual interference The indicated test distance must not be shortened as otherwise the group check becomes very unreliable If no tone is heard within the indicated range the device may not be used How to solve the problem 1 Check if the device is switched to SEND 2 Replace the batteries 3 Have the device checked by the manufacturer chapter Maintenance and Repair After 5 minutes in group check the transceiver automatically switches to the SEND mode The user is warned ahead of time by an acoustic alarm This automatic switching can be prevented by pressing any button within 20 seconds After the group check the transceiver must be switched to the SEND mode by pressing the lateral key If your ELEMENT Barryvox detects that the trans mit 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 5m distance between the participants to identify the defective transmitter Such devices must be checked repaired by the manufacturer LEADER MEMBERS EE g
26. ic Checks ELEMENT Barryvox 2 5 Interferences As a matter of principle avoid having other elec tronic devices e g mobile phones radios head lamps metal objects pocket knives magnetic but tons or other transceivers close to 20 cm in SEND 50 cm in SEARCH your running avalanche transceiver Users of pacemakers are advised to carry the device in a pant pocket the zipper must remain closed for the duration of the trip without vital data detection Consult the manu facturer s instructions with regard to the impact on pacemakers For professional and institutional use it is highly recommended to consult the Barryvox Application Safety Guide www mammut ch BarryvoxManual When searching hold the device at a minimum of 50cm away from these objects and turn off any electronic devices if possible Be aware that electronic devices used by other res cuers may disturb the search This is equally valid for mobile phones therefore it is highly recommen ded to switch off phones which are not absolutely required The Application Safety Guide of the Barryvox con tains an exhaustive list of allowed equipment as well as a detailed list of possible limitations www mammut ch BarryvoxManual 2 6 Carrying Positions Regardless of the carrying position the display should always face your body 2 6 1 Carrying System Recommended Carrying Position The carrying system has to be put on your inner mos
27. ignal search Search area to the point where the first signal can be detected Fine search Search area in the immedi ate vicinity of the buried subject Pinpointing First use of the probe until probe hit ELEMENT Barryvox The transceiver search is comparable to the landing of an airplane Mark E A A S G gt A 660 aw 10 3 Marking amp Signal Search Coarse Search Fine Search Pinpointing Multiple Search Large distance to the target Airport visible Fast search speed low search precision Slow down considerably Signal Fine Search Probe Hit RESCUE ORGANIZATION EVENT DRIVEN LOUD AND CLEAR COMMUNICATION ELEMENT Barryvox ELEMENT Barryvox 4 1 1 Signal Search From the start of the search until you hear the first tone you are in signal search The avalanche surface is searched systematically until you pick up a signal During the acoustic sig nal search the rescuer has the visual focus on the surface of the debris in order to be able to see body parts or objects protruding the snow surface The ELEMENT Barryvox uses the symbol as a generic instruction to apply one of the follow ing search patterns for new signals Optimization of Range To optimize the range rotate the transceiver slowly around all axes Hold the device with the loudspeaker facing your ear sidewise of your head
28. ium batteries 2 2 2 M Magnetic buttons 2 5 Main switch 1 1 Maintenance 5 3 5 4 5 1 2 4 Malfunction 5 5 Mark 4 3 1 4 3 2 4 3 3 Metal 2 0 5 5 Mobile phone 2 5 6 8 6 2 Moisture 2 4 2 2 5 7 Multiple burials 4 3 2 6 4 Multiple rescuers 6 5 1 4 3 2 N 0 HI EE 1 1 P Pacemaker 2 5 Periodic checks 5 4 900 6 2 6 2 Probe pole 4 3 1 6 2 6 5 6 5 2 Probing spiral 6 5 Q R Radio 2 5 6 2 6 8 Rechargeable batteries 2 2 2 8 Reduction method 7 3 3 1686 8 7 Rescue equipment 6 2 Risk assessment 7 2 5 Safety precautions 7 3 1 SEARCH 1 1 4 Search mode 4 4 3 56 88 2 7 SEND 1 1 3 EE reiege 6 2 6 6 Signal search 4 1 1 Slab avalanche 8 Strages 2 4 2 2 900 3 nee rare 1 4 3 3 Summer 2 2 5 4 7 3 1 Suspension 4 3 3 SWIER el Ve hee Mee 11 T Technical data 5 7 TeSt ceir rere eais 2 9 5 4 2 7 Test distance 2 9 Triage triage criteria 6 4 6 4 1 Troubleshooting 5 5 JEDEN e ere s 1 1 2 7 Tomm Off
29. one 49 0 8331 83 92 240 listed email germany mammut ch USA and Mammut Sports Group Inc 458 Hurricane Lane Suite 111 US Williston VT 05495 Canada Phone 1 800 451 5127 E Mail info mammutusa com Copyright by Mammut Sports Group AG Illustrations and Avalanche Rescue Expertise copyright and provided by Genswein All rights reserved Text text excerpts images and diagrams are all subject to copyright No part may be reproduced or copied without written permission from the publisher For further use and publica tions for educational purposes please contact Mammut Sports Group AG Mammut and Barryvox are registered trademarks of the Mammut Sports Group AG All rights reserved PULSE Barryvox Main switch SEND Control LED Display O Key CO T 5 Speaker Wrist loop ELEMENT Barryvox For years Mammut has been heavily involved in Avalanche Risk Management a r m with the objective to increase the safety of all winter sports enthusiasts by providing better equipment know how transfer and focused training Mammut and Snowpulse Airbag Systems The additional use of a Mammut or Snowpulse Airbag increases the chance to stay on the sur face and therefore considerably reduces the risk of a complete burial Avalanche Training Centers Within the Avalanche Training Centers provided by Mammut in several regions you have the opportunity to practice realistic search and exca vation si
30. r accessories which are not original and are not recommended by the manufacturer A fee will be charged for the diag nostic test of a transceiver not needing any repair Warranty repairs do not extend the duration of the warranty There is a six month warranty on spare parts Warranty repairs will only be conducted if the device is sent in along with the receipt The owner will be charged for the shipping No other warranty shall exist Any liability for any kind of loss or dam age including but not limited to any direct indirect or consequential damage is explicitly excluded 5 7 Technical Data Transmitter frequency 457 kHz International standard W Link frequency Region A 869 8 MHz Region B 916 926 MHz Frequency setting see chapter W Link Power supply 3 x IEC LRO3 1 5 V Alkaline AAA Initial set of batteries Duracell Ultra Alkaline Battery life min 200 h Maximum range Normally 60 m in standard mode Search strip width 50 m in Search Mode The search strip width has been calculated based on the method Good Operating temperature range 20 to 45 C Dimensions L x W x H 113 x 75x 27mm Weight 210g incl batteries Type Modell ELEMENT Barryvox A10010 10000 W Link 868 MHz A10012 10000 W Link 915 MHz A10013 10000 W Link off Ska ELEMENT Barryvox ELEMENT Barryvox 5 8 Approval Conformity All information conc
31. s and plan your trips carefully Companion rescue the worst case must be practiced frequently Under the stress of an accident this is the only way you will be able to locate and dig out a companion quickly and efficiently Despite practice and all the technological advancements by far not all of the completely buried avalanche victims are rescued An avalanche burial is always life threatening Important information on these topics can be found in the chapters on companion rescue and avalanche theory ELEMENT Barryvox Made in Switzerland Our heritage is compelling Mammut and Barryvox follow the time honored tradition of world class precision products made in Switzerland From its design to its engineering and production this device is completely Swiss made This device is compatible with all avalanche trans ceivers that comply with the EN 300718 standard and operate on a frequency of 457 kHz ELEMENT Barryvox 7 The following documents for the Barryvox transcei vers are available at www mammut ch BarryvoxManual Barryvox Legal and Regulatory Guide Contains information concerning the normative and legal use of the device warranty and repair as well as the region and country specific differences in the application of the W Link data transmission Barryvox Emergency Plan Stick the emergency plan on the back of the battery compartment lid It shows the elementary steps for a successful companion rescue
32. t layer of clothing prior to beginning the trip see illustration and has to be worn on your body for the duration of the trip The transceiver shall always remain covered by one layer of clothing The device itself is inserted into the carrying sys tem according to the illustration It should always remain anchored to the base plate of the carrying system using the red hook on the wrist loop 2 6 2 Carrying the Transceiver in a Pocket If you carry the Barryvox in a pant pocket the zip per must remain closed Always use a secured pocket see illustration If possible attach the wrist loop to your pants or ELEMENT Barryvox for the duration of the trip secure it around your belt 2 7 Turning the Device On When the main switch is moved from the OFF to the SEND or SEARCH positions the transceiver is turned on To slide the main switch from OFF to SEND or SEARCH unlock the main switch by pressing down the button at the top While starting the device conducts a self test The microprocessor the antennas and the display are checked If the self test is completed successfully the dis play will show OK The remaining battery level is displayed as a percent age If the self test fails an error message is displayed for 20 seconds along with an acoustic warning The meanings of the different error messages are described in the chapter Troubleshooting Test your Barr
33. the W Link setting of your ELEMENT Barryvox Press the key on the side during shut down to see the W Link region of your device In the Cockpit Send Search Group Check you find a step by step setup guide 5 2 Maintenance and Repair Barryvox transceivers which do not function cor rectly despite full and properly inserted batteries e g problem listed under troubleshooting no signal during the group check mechanical defects must be sent to a service center listed at the beginning of this manual 5 3 Maintenance Press the key on the side during shut down to see in which year the next periodic check is required N 7 on S BA Frequent self responsible check Always check the result of the self and battery test chapter Turning the Device On and Battery Level Indicator and pay attention to alert messages chapter Troubleshooting Regularly carry out the group checks as indicated in chapter Group Check Furthermore we recommend that you take self responsibility by frequently checking your devi ce for mechanical damage of the casing proper function of the main switch battery compartment cover as well as cleanness of the battery contacts In case you detect problems it is mandatory to have the device checked by one of the service cen ters listed under Registration and Service 5 5 Periodic check by a Barryvox Service Point To check the proper fun
34. tuations for free In addition to compre hensive information on the assessment of ava lanche danger permanently installed snow cov ered transmitters can be activated randomly and searched for Rescue Equipment With the ELEMENT Barryvox probes shovels and the airbag systems Mammut offers a comprehensive choice of avalanche rescue and survival devices Additional information on a r m or Mammut products can be found at www mammut ch ELEMENT Barryvox Photo Rainer Eder WELCOME Introduction Digital 3 antenna device focusing on the essentials The Barryvox ELEMENT stands out thanks to its ease of use and clear instructions Its one button operation and clearly laid out display make the device very user friendly Guaranteeing fast and precise location Signal analysis listing of people and a mar king function are additional details to quickly and reli ably tackle even complex situations involving multiple buried people The extremely robust housing offers good resistance to impact or breakage For further information concerning maintenance Mammut Barry vox ransceivers please consult www mammut ch barryvox Congratulations on the purchase of your new ELEMENT Barryvox This reference manual explains the functionality and use of the ELEMENT Barryvox A transceiver does not protect you against avalanches As a winter outdoor enthusiast you must consider all possible avalanche prevention measure
35. ture especially in the spring Constantly assess the conditions throughout the trip Pay attention to avalanche hazard even during the summer in particular after recent snowfall Apply the safety precautions if required D ELEMENT Barryvox ELEMENT Barryvox Ke 7 3 2 Minimize Stress on the Snowpack Adequate spacing is an effective method to mini mize stress on the snowpack Ascending the spac ing should be approximately 10 meters descending approximately 30 50 meters due to the additional stress Danger zones should be traveled one person at a time Minimize the stress on the snowpack by making long turns Avoid jumping 7 3 3 Renunciation in the Terrain Basic Reduction Method W Munter Example black Considerable 1800 m white Moderate Danger Level Skiable ridable slope angle 2 Moderate less than 40 degrees 3 Considerable less than 35 degrees 4 High less than 30 degrees e Untracked steep slopes gt 30 degrees spacing of at least 10 m e Outside of the forecasted aspect or altitude ranges gt the danger level is generally one level lower e At the edge of the forecasted aspect or altitude ranges gt Do not approach the limits 7 4 Avalanche Forecast Centers It is impossible to publish a list of all the avalanche forecast centers in this user manual Current information about all avalanche forecast centers can be found ie At www avalanche org worldwide and w
36. ww avalanches org Europe ELEMENT Barryvox 7 5 International Avalanche Danger Scale Danger Level Snowpack Snowpack generally well bonded On some steep slopes snowpack only mod erately bonded On many steep slopes medium to Typical Indications None Difficult to recognize No alarm signals Whumphing noises Some spontaneous ava Tours Generally favorable conditions Generally favorable conditions Careful choice of route on steep slopes of aspect and altitude as given in the avalanche forecast Partly unfavorable conditions Experience in assessing avalanche ing of snowpack mostly unstable EXTREME WW avalanches and remote triggering on a large scale ELEMENT Barryvox poor snowpack lanches Remote triggering risk required Wherever possible bonding only at the foot of slopes avoid steep slopes of aspect and altitudeas given in the avalanche forecast Poor bonding of Spontaneous avalanches Unfavorable conditions snowpack on most Tours only in moderately steep ter steep slopes Remote triggering rain lt 30 Be aware of avalanche runout zones Generally poor bond Spontaneous avalanches Very unfavorable conditions Refrain from tours A Air pocket 6 1 6 6 Alkaline batteries 2 2 1 Alpine distress signal 6 8 Anchor effect 6 1 Approval 5 8 Area last seen 4 1 1 6
37. y of suitable probe poles and shovels The use of a flotation device airbag system signifi cantly reduces the risk to be completely buried and therefore leads to considerably higher survival chances Carrying a radio or a mobile phone to call for help is highly recommended The use of the transceiver precedes the use of the probe pole and the use of the probe pole precedes the use of the shovel 6 3 Emergency Plan The emergency plan shows the elementary steps for a successful companion rescue Depending on the situation at hand the procedure must be adapted Fine search Coarse search Signal search Search pattern for multiple rescuers Search pattern for one rescuer e Pinpointing probing e Mark e Excavate Checklist for companion rescue ELEMENT Barryvox ELEMENT Barryvox kee 6 4 Triage Criteria and Vital Data 6 4 1 Triage With limited resources few rescuers it is not possi ble to locate and dig out all the buried subjects at the same time The question arises in which order the buried subjects shall be rescued Subjects with higher chances of survival should be located and dug out first Besides simple terrain factors e g drop over a cliff in seracs or crevasses collision with trees etc the burial depth is an important triage criteria 6 5 Pinpointing with Transceiver and Probe Pole Pinpointing the location of a buried subject is not possible with
38. yvox at home prior to your trip Turn the transceiver on and monitor the self test and the battery level This gives you the opportunity to replace low batteries and have an eventual defect repaired beforehand ELEMENT Barryvox 2 8 Battery Level Indicator The following table gives you average values for the battery levels The remaining battery level can only be displayed correctly if batteries are used according to the chapter Insert Replace Batteries Low tempera tures age and brand can have a negative impact on the battery life and the accuracy of the battery level indication 100 Normative Requirement minimum requirement min 200hrs SEND at 10 C followed by 1hr SEARCH at 10 C Typical values for the ELEMENT Barryvox with alkaline batteries 250hrs SEND at 10 C Measured with Duracell ULTRA initial set of batteries less than The batteries must be 20 replaced as soon as or0 E possible Emergency reserve at 20 Max 20hrs in SEND mode and max 1 hr in SEARCH mode left The transceiver sounds a warning if the battery level is below 20 or unknown at startup 2 9 Group Check Single Group Check Before a party takes off the transceivers of all party members must be checked To conduct this test the function group check is activated on a single transceiver within the party Activate the group check by switching the device from OFF to SEND and pressing either of the keys wit
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