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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Fine search ..................................18 4.9.5 Pinpointing ..................................19 4.9.6 Multiple burials | MARK function ..........................19 Device management with the PIEPS APP ........................ 20 Troubleshooting, maintenance, storage, disposal ....................21 Troubleshooting................................21 Replacing the battery ..............................22 Cleaning ..................................22 Storage ................................... -
Page 3: Introduction
– must be followed. With the PIEPS MICRO (hereinafter referred to as the MICRO), you have a product that is state of the art in terms of safety and user-friendliness. Despite this, the MICRO can pose risks if used inappropriately or incorrectly. We refer to possible hazards in chapter 2 and with safety notes placed throughout the operating manual. -
Page 4: Identification
1.1 IDENTIFICATION The MICRO is identified on the device and on the packaging in accordance with applicable regulations. Identification on the device Identification on the packaging CE identification according to: RED RL 2014/53/EU EMV 2014/30/EU RoHS 2011/65/EU 1.2 LIABILITY... -
Page 5: Intended Use
The MICRO serves as an avalanche victim search device (avalanche beacon) for the localization of buried persons and must only be used as intended. Any other use requires the written consent of Pieps GmbH. Improper use can put individuals at risk and result in the device being damaged. The MICRO is not an automatically functioning device with partly automated functionalities –... -
Page 6: Technical Data
A safety instruction with the signal word CAUTION indicates a possibly dangerous situation which could primarily result in material damage. This symbol with the text NOTICE indicates supporting information for installation, operation or maintenance and repair. Manual PIEPS MICRO | Firmware v2 | 07/2017 6 / 23... -
Page 7: General Safety Rules And Obligations
Do not attempt to rectify faults or damage without authorization. Instead, you must contact support, who will tell you how to proceed. The MICRO must not be used until the damage has been rectified. The safety and operating instructions in the operating manual must be followed at all times. -
Page 8: Packaging
3.1 UNPACKING Remove the MICRO carefully from the packaging, remove all transport safeguards and check whether all parts contained in the scope of delivery are accounted for. It is recommended to retain the original packaging in case the device has to be returned. -
Page 9: General Description
To prevent accidental switching back to Send mode during the search, Search mode is blocked (SEARCH-LOCK, 2G) as soon as you take the MICRO out of its carrying system. The MICRO remains in the locked Search mode even if you return it to the carrying system during probing or digging. To return to send mode, release the SEARCH-LOCK (1C) and place the device in the carrying system. -
Page 10: Quick Start In 3 Steps
“E” in combination with a warning-code. A covered sensor during the self-check leads to a warning: the MICRO beeps and vibrates and “ST” for “Sensor test error” is shown in the additional display (2B). (see also chapter 6.1) Firmware-Version (1.0) -
Page 11: Group Check
CF = Check Fast CE = Check Extended The “Fast group check” mode is set by default. The required mode can be selected in the PIEPS APP (see also chapter 5). The “Fast group check” is sufficient for checking modern, digital devices with 3 antennas. - Page 12 Tip the MICRO downwards to transmit in group check mode Tip the MICRO upwards to receive in group check mode Professional mode is deactivated by default. The feature can be activated in the PIEPS APP (see also chapter 5). Pro-Mode “SEARCH” Pro-Mode “SEND”...
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Page 13: Send Mode
(50 m). 4.6 SEND MODE After the self-check or the group check, place the MICRO into the carrying system. The MICRO transmits and an LED indicator light (1D) flashes. To see the display in send mode, cover the sensor (1F) after unlocking the SEARCH-LOCK beforehand as necessary. -
Page 14: The Intelligent Transmitter - Maximum Support In Send Mode
(SEARCH-LOCK). The MICRO automatically switches to Search mode if you do not place it in the carrying system after the start sequence (switch-on). Search mode is not blocked in this case. 4.7.1 SEARCH-LOCK To prevent accidental switching back to Send mode during the search, Search mode is blocked as soon as you take the MICRO out of its carrying system. -
Page 15: Switching Search Send
MICRO in the carrying system or covering the sensor. The MICRO emits an acoustic and tactile (Vibra) warning for 4 seconds that the device will switch over from Search to send mode. A tactile send confirmation is performed after the switchover (see also chapter 4.6.1). -
Page 16: Search Mode | Search Strategy
Pinpointing (systematic probing) (4) Systematic digging (5) First Aid (6) Rescue SIGNAL SEARCH COARSE SEARCH FINE SEARCH PINPOINTING Point of impact Point of disappearance Primary Result Accuracy Search Speed Search area Manual PIEPS MICRO | Firmware v2 | 07/2017 16 / 23... -
Page 17: Signal Search
4.9.3 Coarse search As soon as the MICRO receives signals, the distance and direction to the strongest signal are shown on the display. The number of victims located within the receiving range is indicated by the number of matchstick men. -
Page 18: Fine Search
From a distance of 5 m, the search speed should be notably reduced (50 cm/s). At the same time, work with the MICRO as close to the surface of the snow as possible in this phase of the search to keep the distance to the transmitting beacon to a minimum. -
Page 19: Pinpointing
If there are multiple burials, this will be indicated clearly on the display by the number of matchstick men. To mark (“hide”) a localized sender, press the MARK (1A) button briefly. Once it is hidden, this will be confirmed by a frame around the matchstick men (2N). The MICRO automatically shows the next strongest signal on the display. -
Page 20: Device Management With The Pieps App
The PIEPS APP provides uncomplicated device management from your mobile phone using Bluetooth®. Download the app (Android Play Store, iOS App Store), connect to PIEPS MICRO and use all the functions. To activate Bluetooth®, hold down the MARK button (1A) when switching on the device. When the Bluetooth®... -
Page 21: Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Storage, Disposal
If the error is permanently beacon function of the device is working. displayed, take the device to your retailer. Is not checked during the self-check, occurs only during Bluetooth® activation. Manual PIEPS MICRO | Firmware v2 | 07/2017 21 / 23... -
Page 22: Replacing The Battery
Use batteries of type “Alkaline, AA, LR6, 1,5V5V or Lithium, AA, FR6 (FR14505), 1.5V“! Important: The use of lithium batteries has to be configured in the PIEPS-APP to guarantee that the correct battery level is displayed. (see chapter 5 ) 6.3 CLEANING... -
Page 23: Storage
Dispose of the device in accordance with the law in your country. 7. APPROVAL & CONFORMITY The approval text and the full text of the EU conformity declaration is available at the following website www.pieps.com/conformity Manual PIEPS MICRO | Firmware v2 | 07/2017 23 / 23...
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