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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Presentation of LEADER Scan
LEADER Scan uses UWB (Ultra Wide Band) technology to survey debris. It can be used to
detect and locate victims buried under rubble after landslides, avalanches, collapses, explosions,
etc. The victims are located using movement detection. This movement can be as small as the
thoracic movements caused by breathing.
For the device to work well, it is important to properly understand its limits depending on
the environment in which it is used. For example, LEADER Scan cannot detect a victim
who is behind or under a solid metal screen or water. It is not intended for detection
through damp conducting materials like wet clay, etc. However it is able to detect
through dry materials like wood, brick, concrete, etc...
Reinforced concrete will be more difficult to scan (see Directions for Use chapter).
1.2 Composition of LEADER Scan
• 1 UWB sensor (fixed in a shock-proof and watertight orange case).
• 1 special USB cable: 1 x 5 m (4.5x15ft).
• 2 batteries for the sensor (battery life: 5 hours each).
• 1 battery charger for the sensor.
• 1 control box with a screen, keyboard and support straps (shoulder strap and handle).
1 fixed antenna to fix onto the control box for wireless communication with the sensor.
• 1 rechargeable battery pack to power the control box (battery life: 5 hours).
• 1 x 100/240V 50/60Hz charger unit, delivered with 1 international adapter set.
• 1 emergency battery pack for 10 x AAA batteries - not supplied (battery life with Lithium
batteries: 2 hours).
• 1 sun shade.
• 1 technical and instruction manual.
• 1 backpack to transport the Leader Scan and its accessories.
• 1 watertight and shock-proof transport case for all the equipment listed above.
Please note: Do not damage the USB cable if storing it under the sensor’s cover.
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