The Tracker 3 inherits the Tracker 2's well - known user - friendly design and offers an instant real - time display. It's 20% smaller and lighter, making it a compact choice for avalanche safety. Designed to fit easily in your pocket, the T3 is the slimmest multi - antenna avalanche transceiver on the market. It features signal suppression and Big Picture modes, perfect for straightforward multiple - victim searches. Specifications: Frequency is 457 kHz, with a maximum range of 55 meters and a search strip width of 50 meters. It runs on three AAA alkaline batteries, which can last a minimum of 1 hour in search mode after 200 hours in transmit mode (about 250 hours in transmit only or 50 hours in search only). The unit weighs 215 grams with batteries, and the harness weighs 120 grams. Its dimensions are 11.5 x 7.1 x 2.4 cm, and it's assembled and tested in the USA.
Using the BCA Tracker 3 Avalanche Transceiver is a breeze. First, make sure you insert three AAA alkaline batteries correctly. When you're heading into the backcountry, switch it to the transmit mode. In case of an avalanche, quickly switch to the search mode. The real - time display will show you the direction and distance of the buried victims. Use the signal suppression and Big Picture modes for efficient multiple - victim searches. Keep in mind that you should test the device regularly to ensure it's working properly. Store it in a cool, dry place. If the batteries are running low, replace them right away to maintain the device's reliability. Also, don't forget to carry it with you all the time when you're in an avalanche - prone area.
