Ortovox S1 User manual
Scanning the avalanche track for
transmitters and locating each
signal quickly and exactly are the
decisive advantages of the ORTOVOX
avalanche transceiver S1. An imme-
diate search with an avalanche
transceiver and a rescue using ava-
lanche shovels and a probe that is
carried out by the tour participants
themselves offers the best chance
of survival for an avalanche victim.
When third party help has to be cal-
led to the scene it usually arrives too
late! Pay attention to the avalanche
report and select safe routes.
Always take the avalanche trans-
ceiver S1 with you together with
the necessary ORTOVOX SAFETY
PRODUCTS such as an avalanche
shovel and a probe. Read the S1
operating instructions carefully and
practice both the handling of your
avalanche transceiver S1 and ava-
lanche search procedures.
Information on ORTOVOX products
and safety notices can be found
on the ORTOVOX website at
www.ortovox.com
Contact us by e-mail at
ORTOVOX wishes you wonderful,
safe tours!
CONTENT
Operating elements 01
Technical data 32
EU Declaration of
Conformity 32
QUICK REFERENCE 33
Coarse search, refining
location and pinpoint
location
Emergency equipment 38
Exdended operating
instructions 39
MENUE 40
Daily function test 43
Locating several
avalanche victims 45
Acoustic emergency
reception 50
Interference 52
Battery change 53
Protective case and
wrist strap 53
Guarantee /service 54
Index of key words 56
Service addresses 144
www.ortovox.com
Current avalanche warning
service information!
TECHNICAL DATA
DEVICE DESIGNATION: ORTOVOX S1
FUNCTION: digital with acoustic emergency operation
CASING: ergonomic, waterproof, impact-resistant
DIMENSIONS: 120 x 80 x 30 mm (closed);
215 x 80 x 30 mm (open)
FREQUENCY
Transmitting: 457 kHz +-80 Hz
The S1 can receive signals from any standard
avalanche transceiver with no limitations
DIGITAL RECEPTION RANGE: up to 60 m
SEARCH STRIP WIDTH: up to 50 m
TEMPERATURE RANGE: -20° C to +45° C
IF THE TRANSCEIVER GETS WET, DO NOT USE DIRECT
HEAT, I.E. SUCH AS A HAIR DRYER; TO DRY IT OUT. HEAT
APPLIED IN SUCH A DIRECT MANNER MAY PERMANENT-
LY DAMAGE THE DEVICE BEYOND REPAIR.
POWER SUPPLY:
3 alkaline AAA Mignon 1.5 V LR 03 batteries
OPERATING TIME
TRANSMITTING: about 250 hours
RECEIVING: about 15 hours
WEIGHT: approximately 245 g incl. batteries,
carrying case approximately 120g
SELECTABLE; ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
• Infrared interface
• Compass
• Inclinometer: 0 – 60°
• Thermometer: -20° to +45°C
EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Manufacturer:
X-log Elektronik GmbH
Responsible person:
Johann Nowotny,
Bahnhofstr. 95,
D-82166 Gräfelfing
declares that the product:
Type: ORTOVOX
Model: S1
Intended Purpose:
Searching for avalanche victims
when used as intended satisfies the
basic requirements in accordance
with Article 3 of the R&TTE guide-
lines, Directive 1999/5/EC, and
that the following standards have
been applied:
1. Health
(Article 3.1.a of the R&TTE guidelines)
ETS 300 718 issue: 05/01
2. Safety
(Article 3.1.a of the R&TTE guidelines)
ETS 300 718 issue: 05/01
3. Electromagnetic compatibility
(Article 3.1.b of the R&TTE guidelines)
ETSI EN 300 718-1
issue: 05/01
4. Efficient use of the radio
frequency spectrum
(Article 3.2 of the R&TTE guidelines)
ETSI EN 300 718-2
issue: 05/01
5. Electromagnetic compatibility
and radio spectrum matters
(Article 3.3.e of the R&TTE
guidelines)
ETSI EN 300 718-3
issue 2004/02
Gräfelfing, 09/07/2008
(City/date of the Declaration of Conformity)
p. p. Andrea Reintges
(name)
INFORMATION FOR THE USER:
Changes or modifications to this device not approved by ORTOVOX can void the users authority to operate the equipment.
FCC ID KF5ORTOVOXS1
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) the device may not cause harmful interference and (2) the device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
an intentional radiator 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 frequen-
cy energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio com-
munications. 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.
The ORTOVOX S1 surpasses the high requirements of European standard EN 300 718.
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QUICK REFERENCE
FOR THE ORTOVOX S1 AVALANCHE TRANSCEIVER
WEARING THE PROTECTIVE CASE
Hold the shoulder strap on the protective
case by the silver-coloured application
and place this over your head and shoul-
der. Pull the free end of the strap around
your back and connect to the case using
the snap buckle.
SWITCH ON AND OFF
SWITCH ON
Turn ON/OFF switch (1) clockwise 90°.
The transmission monitoring lights (6)
are now flashing. When the battery capacity is between 99 and 75%,
3 short acoustic signals are emitted; between 74 and 50% battery
capacity, 2 short acoustic signals are emitted; between 49 and 25%
battery capacity, 1 short acoustic signal is emitted and if the battery
capacity is less than 25%, a continuous alarm signal is emitted. If the
equipment selt-test was not able to be completed positively, a warning
signal is emitted at regular intervals.
SWITCH OFF
Turn ON/OFF switch counter
clockwise 90°.
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TO OPEN
Take the S1 from its protective case,
press the release button (5) on the
left side and then open the S1 unit.
TRANSCEIVER SELF-TEST AND
TRANSMISSION MODE
When the device is opened up, once the S1 has
been switched ON the transceiver self-test can be
watched on the display. Symbols for transmission,
reseption, additional functions and battery capacity
are confirmed with ticks. The sensors on the S1
for measuring temperature, slope and the earth’s
magnetism are calibrated.
Close S1 after a positive transceiver self-test. This
switches the S1 to transmission mode.
If an error function or fault is detected, the war-
ning triangle appears.
The S1will now transmit and the transmission indi-
cation lights on the side (6) will flash.
RECEIVE = SEARCH
Press the release button (5) on the left side of
the beacon and open the S1. The search situation
will be displayed automatically on the screen (7).
ORTOVOX recommends switching off mobile
phones and radio equipment when locating!
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COARSE SEARCH:
Hold the S1 in a horizontal (flat) position during
the search!
If there is no transmission signal being received
then the screen will automatically display instruc-
tions to carry out a coarse search. Search the ava-
lanche track in search strips of 50 m !
REFINING LOCATION:
At approximately 60 m distance from the victim the
victim symbol will appear on the display screen (7)
with the digital measurement (i.e 55).
The searcher aims the vertical line to the middle
of the victim symbol and then moves towards the
victim. The acoustic signal from the loudspeaker
will sound faster as the distance reduces and
thus confirm the measurement result.
If the S1 again has to determine
the initial signal, the instruction
to pivot the S1 appears on the dis-
play.
The distance to the victim is now 20 m. Two furt-
her victims are shown at distances of 25 m and
30 m by a small icon. The nearest victim (large
icon) at a distance of about 20 m remains targe-
ted. When there are several people searching,
each of the signals displayed can be targeted and
simultaneously located by the other searchers.
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PINPOINT LOCATION WITH TENDENCY
INDICATION:
The patented circular illustration with tendency
indication on the S1 makes pinpoint location consi-
derably easier, faster, and more precise.
The process of pinpoint location begins automatical-
ly at a distance of 3m. The searcher is approaching
the victim: the arrows show towards the center of
the circle (tendency indication). The closer he comes
to the victim the faster the acoustic signal sounds.
Hold the S1 steady in front of you.
Do not turn the S1 during pinpoint location!
The searcher is approaching the victim: the distance
is 2m, the circle becomes smaller and the arrows
are pointing to the center of the circle.
The searcher is moving away from the victim.
The circle becomes larger, the arrows are pointing
outwards as the distance increases.
The previously achieved, closer position is stored
and is referenced by the inner, lighter circle shown
on the screen.
The searcher is once again approaching the victim.
The circle is becoming smaller, the arrows are
pointing to the center and the distance to the victim
is reducing.
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The victim has been located at a depth of 0.3 m.
No smaller numbers and no smaller circles
are visible.
To mark the located person, the “OK- button” (2) is
pressed once. The marking flag appears in the dis-
play where the located person is buried.
Cancelling marking
The marking of the last person located can be can-
celled by pressing the “OK-button” (2) again. A new
pinpointing can be started immediately.
If a second (third) victim is within a 3 m radius, the signal first found
cannot be cancelled. In this case the pinpoint location of other victims
continues in a consecutive manner as circle icons appear giving their
specific respective distances, should the situation arise.
If the victim is shown behind where you are stan-
ding, then change direction by 180°, home in on
the victim again and walk towards the victim.
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Average time needed to free a person from a snow depth of approximately 1m:
The illustration shows the
effect of useful equipment in
rescuing an avalanche victim
from a depth of 1m.
You should check the EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT on the day before the
tour to ensure that it is complete and functional (e.g. avalanche trans-
ceivers).
Avalanche transceiver, probe + shovel
11 minutes
Avalanche transceiver + shovel
25 minutes
Only avalanche transceiver, hands, ski, snowboard
1–2 hours
Illustration: Dominique Stumpert
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EVERY MEMBER OF THE GROUP SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING BASIC EQUIPMENT:
Avalanche transceiver
Mere possession of an avalanche transceiver does not suffice. Each member
of the group must be familiar with his device and practise with it regularly.
(See www.ortovox.com for practice opportunities).
Avalanche shovel
Rescuing avalanche victims is only possible with a shovel.
Avalanche probe
A probe is required for fastest possible precise location with the pinpoint
search procedure.
First-aid kit
For administration of first-aid to the injured
Bivouac sack
Protects against hypothermia and can be used as a transport aid.
Supplemental equipment for added safety
Mobile phone for organizing professional help
Each member of the group has an avalanche transceiver on their person
and a shovel and probe in the backpack.
Decision-making strategies are necessary when planning a tour.
For more information contact the avalanche warning services and
Alpine organisations in your country.
ENGLISH
EXTENDED OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FOR THE AVALANCHE TRANSCEIVER ORTOVOX S1
TRANSMISSION AND AUTOMATIC SAFETY SWITCHBACK
FOR TRANSMIT (MOTION SENSOR):
If the S1 is motionless for 90 seconds while open then the transmis-
sion mode will be automatically activated from every function depen-
ding on the setting selected. In the event of a subsequent avalanche
the S1 switches to transmission after 90 seconds (factory setting;
time can be set at 30, 60 and 120 seconds via the “settings” menu).
COURSE SEARCH (= search for first signal):
Move through the presumed search area in strips with a width of 50 m
while ensuring 25 m distance from the side edge of the avalanche.
Several searchers:
The distance between
searchers is 50 m.
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MENU
• Accessing the menu: Press
• Select function: Press several times
• Confirm function: Press
Search
Search for more
than 3 victims
Compass
Temperature
and inclination
Quick test with
limited range (approx. 5 m)
Acoustic search
Settings
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