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Ortovox F1 User Manual

Technical Specifications:

• Casing: ergonomic, high impact strength,shock resistant and waterproof
• Dimensions: 130 x 80 x 25 mm
• Transmitter frequency: 457 kHz
• Range: up to 80 meters
• Temperature range: -30 degrees C to +50 C
• Batteries: 2 x 1.5 V alkali-mangan batteries LR 6 (2 "AA" batteries)
• Working life: about 250 hours
• Weight: 230 g
• Can be connected with an earphone

The F-1 FOCUS surpasses the high standards in Germany (DIN), Austria (ONORM) and in Europe (EURONORM).

The visual search indicator shaped in an arrow ("FOCUS arrow") shows, when you have to switch into the next search zone. When using the tangent method, it shows the direction of the loudest signal and allows for a safe and precise pinpoint search. The three search indicators shaped in an arrow work like traffic lights:

GREEN = Walk... The green light starts flashing at a distance of about 35 meters away from the victim.

YELLOW = Go on walking - attention! The transceiver will go to ...

RED = STOP ... 1. Switch to a lower range or, 2. Start pinpoint search.

Key Features:

• International frequency 457 kHz
• Precise, fast pinpoint search by three-colored, visual search indicators and distinct loudspeaker signal
• Three-point cross strap system, in receiving mode two-point cross strap system
• Visual control light for battery capacity
• Patented, forced ON/OFF switch
• Scaled switch for adjusting the volume when in receiving mode to ensure the most important increase in volume
• Patented, scaled display for searching zones
• Quick switch between searching zones
• Anatomically shaped casing
• Additional earphone connection
• Ventilated casing prevents condensation
• Self-cleaning battery contacts
• Stable transmitter frequency due to quartz diode

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