Black Diamond Equipment GUIDE BT Instructions For Use Manual

Black Diamond Equipment GUIDE BT Instructions For Use Manual

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GUIDE BT
RECON BT
INSTRUCTIONS
Guide BT
Recon BT
08/2018
Firmware v1
M13107_A

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  • Page 1 GUIDE BT RECON BT INSTRUCTIONS Guide BT Recon BT 08/2018 Firmware v1 M13107_A...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4.8.4 Fine search ..................................15 4.8.5 Pinpointing ..................................16 4.8.6 Multiple burials | MARK function ........................... 16 GUIDE BT features ................................17 4.9.1 Vibra support................................... 17 4.9.2 Extended group check & pro-mode ..........................17 4.9.3 Mark range settings ................................ 17 4.9.4 Inclinometer ..................................
  • Page 4: Introduction

    – as explained in specialist publications and material from avalanche courses – must be followed. With the BLACK DIAMOND GUIDE BT/RECON BT you have a product that is state of the art in terms of safety and user-friendliness. Despite this, the BLACK DIAMOND GUIDE BT/RECON BT can pose risks if used inappropriately or incorrectly.
  • Page 5: Markings

    Bluetooth® logo: The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Black Diamond Equipment is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
  • Page 6: Warranty Conditions

    For warranty claims, please take proof of purchase and a description of the fault to the point of sale. Register your BLACK DIAMOND GUIDE BT/RECON BT in the PIEPS APP (iOS, Android) or at my.pieps.com and get: •...
  • Page 7: Essentials

    1.7 ESSENTIALS The BLACK DIAMOND GUIDE BT/RECON BT meets the current state of technology and the applicable health and safety regulations. However, incorrect operation or misuse can give rise to hazards for: • the life and health of the users or third parties, •...
  • Page 8: General Safety Rules And Obligations

    Black Diamond Equipment. • Do not attempt to repair damage or malfunctions without authorization. Instead, contact our support, who will tell how to proceed. The BLACK DIAMOND GUIDE BT/RECON BT must not be used until the damage/malfunction has been repaired. •...
  • Page 9: Packaging

    RECON BT (1A) LCD display (backlight) (1B) Slider OFF/SEND/SEARCH (1C) Slider lock (1D) Button MARK (1E) Button SCAN* (1F) Speaker (1G) Transmit control LED (1H) Battery compartment Manual BLACK DIAMOND GUIDE BT/RECON BT | Firmware v1.0 | 08/2018 8 / 23...
  • Page 10: Carrying System

    If the self-check is successful, “OK” is indicated on the display (4B). In the event of a device warning, an alert signal sounds and the display indicates “E” in combination with a number (4E). For error codes, see chapter 6.1. Manual BLACK DIAMOND GUIDE BT/RECON BT | Firmware v1.0 | 08/2018 9 / 23...
  • Page 11: Group Check

    Despite a comprehensive self-check, a beacon check (transmit check and receive check) is obligatory prior to every tour! The BLACK DIAMOND GUIDE BT/RECON BT provides a group check function. In group check mode the receiving range is limited to 1 m.
  • Page 12 Group check pro-mode The GUIDE BT additionally provides a pro-mode. The pro-mode allows a transmit check as well as a receive check without exiting the group check mode. By default, it is disabled and can be enabled in the PIEPS APP device manager.
  • Page 13: Helpful Background Features

    • Signal Verification | Protection in search mode Only a verified 457kHz signal is indicated. The BLACK DIAMOND GUIDE BT/RECON BT doesn´t confuse ghost signal indication! External interference and distance recommendations All beacons are very sensitive to electrical and magnetic sources of interference. Due to this, all manufacturers recommend keeping a minimum distance from electronic, magnetic and metallic sources of interference (mobile phone, radio, keys, magnetic closures, etc.):...
  • Page 14: Search Mode | Search Strategy

    Coarse search (starting with initial signal) • Fine search (closer than 5 m on the surface) • Pinpointing (systematic probing) (4) Systematic digging (5) First Aid (6) Rescue Manual BLACK DIAMOND GUIDE BT/RECON BT | Firmware v1.0 | 08/2018 13 / 23...
  • Page 15: Signal Search

    Start searching in the primary search area for the initial signal detection as well as for visual/acoustic signals. The BLACK DIAMOND GUIDE BT/RECON BT has a circular receiving range that allows a correct indication of direction and distance from the point of initial signal detection – a specific method such as turning/rotating is not necessary.
  • Page 16: Coarse Search

    Vibra on initial signal detection The GUIDE BT provides additional haptic support by vibration on initial signal detection. This lets rescuers focus on the visual surface search during the signal search. 4.8.3 Coarse search Follow the directional arrow quickly and check for a decreasing distance reading.
  • Page 17: Pinpointing

    (2J). The display then indicates the direction/distance to the next strongest signal inside the receiving range. If there are no further signals within the receiving range the display indicates “no signal”. prior to marking after marking Manual BLACK DIAMOND GUIDE BT/RECON BT | Firmware v1.0 | 08/2018 16 / 23...
  • Page 18: Guide Bt Features

    4.9.3 Mark range settings In the PIEPS APP device manager the mark range can be changed from 5 m (default) to 20 m or to max. range. Manual BLACK DIAMOND GUIDE BT/RECON BT | Firmware v1.0 | 08/2018 17 / 23...
  • Page 19: Inclinometer

    Press the button SCAN (1E) for 3 seconds while in send mode. • Put your GUIDE BT next to the ski pole and read the indicated value. The display switches back to send mode indication automatically after 20 seconds. DANGER...
  • Page 20: Analog Mode

    Bluetooth and the PIEPS APP allow a straightforward device management (e.g. software update) and additionally provide a handy training mode. Get the PIEPS APP (Android Play Store, iOS App Store), connect your BLACK DIAMOND GUIDE BT/RECON BT and take advantage of all features! To enable Bluetooth, press the button MARK (1D) while switching on the beacon.
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Storage, Disposal

    The device is not serviceable. Transmitter or receiver or amplifier Repeat the self-check in an area free from The error disappears after the self-check. interference (outdoors) and check for electronic, Manual BLACK DIAMOND GUIDE BT/RECON BT | Firmware v1.0 | 08/2018 20 / 23...
  • Page 22: Battery Replacement

    20 h SEND (+10° C, 50° F) + 1 h SEARCH (-10° C, 14° F) empty, blinking Final reserve, device can shut down at any time Manual BLACK DIAMOND GUIDE BT/RECON BT | Firmware v1.0 | 08/2018 21 / 23...
  • Page 23: Cleaning

    7. CONFORMITY EUROPE Black Diamond Equipment declares that the radio equipment type BLACK DIAMOND GUIDE BT/RECON BT is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: http://blackdiamondequipment.com/DOC.
  • Page 24 RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that are deemed to comply without testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR). Manual BLACK DIAMOND GUIDE BT/RECON BT | Firmware v1.0 | 08/2018 23 / 23...

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