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Quick Reference
Single Burial Search
10m
PRIMARY
SEARCH
>40m
20m
Objective: Locate signal
•If no "last seen point," search entire debris pile
•Rotate Tracker horizontally/vertically
10m
20m
•Max 20m between searchers or switchbacks
SECONDARY
Objective: Move quickly to 10m,
SEARCH
slowly to 3m
3–40m
•Keep flashing light within center 3 windows
•Move quickly in direction Tracker is pointing
•Make sure distance is decreasing
•Slow down at 10m
PINPOINT
Objective: Locate smallest distance reading
SEARCH
< 3m (strongest signal)
•Use Tracker close to snow surface
•Ignore fluctuations in distance and direction
•Begin probing at lowest distance
•Use Tracker in hole during deep excavations
Multiple Burial Search
If you suspect there is more than one victim, carefully search the
entire area. If the Tracker displays more than one signal, follow
the one with the lowest distance reading. Once you are within
about 10 meters, the Tracker will isolate that signal. If possible,
turn off the first beacon once it is found. If you can't turn it off,
and don't see a second signal, conduct a "primary search" for
the next beacon. Once you are closer to that beacon, the
Tracker will isolate that signal. For advanced multiple burial
searching, read the entire manual or see our website.
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10m
Thank you for choosing the Tracker DTS, the world's first digital
avalanche beacon, and the first beacon with a high-precision
dual antenna system. Regardless of the transceiver, no
avalanche beacon can save lives without a fully trained user.
Practice frequently with your Tracker before going into the back-
country. Learn and understand the inherent dangers of
backcountry travel. Become educated in avalanche hazard eval-
uation, route selection, and self-rescue. Always carry an
avalanche beacon, probe, and shovel—and always travel with a
partner. Make sure all rescue equipment is functioning properly
before venturing into the backcountry.
This owner's manual covers the basic techniques required to use
the Tracker DTS effectively. To increase your efficiency, please
refer to the advanced techniques described on our website:
www.bcaccess.com. Here you will also find important resources
for obtaining avalanche education and updates on regional
avalanche conditions.
To ensure warranty protection, please return the enclosed war-
ranty registration card.
FAMILIARIZATION
Adjustment/Fitting
The Tracker DTS should be worn underneath your outer gar-
ments, as shown in Figure A. The concave side should be snug
against your lower left rib cage. To search, disconnect one or
Harness
Figure A
Familiarization
Shoulder Strap (black)
Waist Attachment
Buckles
Waist Strap (burgundy)
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