Quick Reference; Basic Functions - bca Tracker DTS Quick Reference

Rescue Technology, Inc.
Model No.: Tracker DTS
FCC ID: OUNDTS1
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.
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 radiate radio 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 particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
• 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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This quick reference page is an introduction to proper use of the Tracker
DTS. For more detailed information, read the entire manual and consult our
website: www.bcaccess.com.

Basic functions

On/off -- Push and turn the on/off switch on the back of the
Tracker to the "on" position. It performs a self-diagnostic check,
displays battery power in percent, and enters transmit mode.
Change batteries before they reach zero percent.
Search mode -- Push the red search/transmit button, hold until
"SE" is displayed, then quickly release.
Return to transmit -- Press the search/transmit button until "tr"
is displayed.
Searching with the Tracker DTS
The objective for beginners 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 other bea-
cons) to search mode. "SE" will flash in the distance window until
a signal is captured.
Primary/signal search: If there is a "last seen point," start your
signal search there, and search downhill. Otherwise, start your
signal search at the top of the slide path. Allow a maximum of 20
meters between searchers or between switchbacks if only one
searcher. Slowly rotate your Tracker back and forth and vertical-
ly until you engage the signal.
Secondary search: Once a signal is engaged, align the Tracker
so that any of the center three lights are flashing and move
quickly in the direction the Tracker is pointing. Make sure the
number in the distance display is decreasing. If it is increasing,
turn 180 degrees. Inside 10 meters, move slowly and try to keep
the center search light engaged. Your direction of travel might
be straight or slightly curved.
Pinpoint search: Within three meters, use your beacon close to
the snow surface and look for the smallest distance reading.
Ignore sudden fluctuations in distance and direction; the
strongest signal is often just past these fluctuation points. Begin
probing at the smallest reading (strongest signal).

Quick Reference

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