ARVA EVO5 User Manual

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Congratulations on purchasing a new ARVA
transceiver. This user manual will provide
all of the key information you need on how to
operate your new device. This manual is also
available on our website on the “downloads”
page.
Register your ARVA transceiver on our web-
site www.arva-equipment.com to receive an
additional 3-year warranty.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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GETTING STARTED
TRANSMIT MODE
SEARCH MODE
PROBING - SHOVELING
INTERFERENCE
WARRANTY - MAINTENANCE - LIFECYCLE
DECERATIONS OF CONFORMITY (at the end of
the manual)
1.1/ TECHNICAL FEATURES
• Digital 3-antenna device
• Frequency: 457 kHz
• Search strip width: 50m
• Active interference management
• Automatic revert to transmit by timer (8 min)
• Power supply: 1 AA/LR06 alkaline battery
• Battery life (alkaline battery): minimum 200
hours in transmit mode followed by 1 hour in
search mode.
• Operating temperature range: -20°C to +45°C
• Maximum operational altitude: 5000 m
• Weight: 165g (battery included).
1/ GETTING STARTED

ARVA EVO5 Specifications

General

Transmission Frequency	457 kHz
Weight	200 g
Dimensions	120 x 70 x 30 mm
Number of Antennas	3
Battery Life	200 hours
Display Type	LCD
Search strip width	50 m
Operating Temperature	-20°C to +40°C

Summary

Getting Started with ARVA Transceiver

ARVA Transceiver Technical Features

Details the technical specifications of the ARVA transceiver, including antenna type, frequency, and battery.

Practice and Responsibility in Avalanche Safety

Emphasizes the importance of practice and responsible use of the transceiver in avalanche situations.

Proper Storage and Battery Management

Provides instructions on proper storage of the transceiver and battery, including warranty considerations.

ARVA Transceiver Transmit Mode Operations

Wearing the Device in a Pocket

Details how to wear the ARVA transceiver in a pocket for optimal use during outings.

Wearing the Device with a Holster

Details how to wear the ARVA transceiver using an optional holster accessory.

Turning Off the ARVA Transceiver

Provides step-by-step instructions on how to safely turn off the ARVA transceiver.

ARVA Transceiver Search Mode Procedures

Group and Frequency Check Procedure

Explains how to perform a group and frequency check before an outing for safety.

Avalanche Rescue: Signal Search

Guides users through the initial signal search phase in avalanche rescue operations.

Avalanche Rescue: Coarse Search

Details the coarse search technique to locate buried victims in an avalanche scenario.

Avalanche Rescue: Fine Search

Explains the fine search technique for pinpointing the exact location of buried victims.

Automatic Revert-to-Transmit Mode

Describes the automatic revert-to-transmit function for secondary avalanche events.

Probing and Shoveling Techniques

Managing Interference with ARVA Signals

Recommendations for Search Mode Interference

Advises on minimizing interference during search operations by managing nearby devices.

Recommendations for Transmit Mode Interference

Provides guidance on reducing interference while the transceiver is in transmit mode.

Active Interference Management Feature

Explains the device's active interference management for detecting and adapting to interference zones.

Warranty, Maintenance, and Lifecycle Information

Declarations of Conformity for ARVA Transceiver

Declaration of Conformity - Europe

States compliance with EU directives for the ARVA EVO5 radio electronic device.

Declaration of Conformity - Canada

Outlines compliance with Industry Canada regulations for the ARVA EVO5 radio transmitter.

Declaration of Conformity - USA

Confirms compliance with FCC rules for the ARVA EVO5 digital device.

Pictograms Description

Explains the meaning of important pictograms, such as ESD and instruction manual warnings.