The f1
focus is the most widely sold avalanche transceiver worldwide and is a
long-standing favourite with professionals.
The
analogue technique of the f1 focus is completed by a visual search indicator. If
you put on the f1 with its lightweight one belt system, the device is
automatically switched on. There is only one rotary switch for switch-over from
transmit to receive mode.
Under ideal conditions the f1 can achieve a range of
about 80 m. Thus the search path can be shortened and you get faster to the
buried person. The number of beeps indicate at the same time if you have to
face a multiple burial situation. The visual search indicator shaped in an LED
arrow doesn't only show the right way, but also when you have to turn the
volume control switch for adjusting the receiver sensibility.
In case of
several buried persons the volume control switch serves to isolate the signals
and to ensure an easy and safe search. If you have several searchers, an
earphone is highly recommended. The earphone plug-in is located at the
waterproof, shock-resistant and ergonomic casing.
In case of a second avalanche
you can use the express emergency switch-over from receive to transmit mode.
The
f1 uses 2 easily available AA batteries.
The
waterproof, shock-resistant and ergonomic casing has an earphone connection
socket. The f1 surpasses the demands of the European standard 300 718 and is
also available as a set with earphone and bag. ORTOVOX recommends regular
training to get familiar with the avalanche transceiver. We also strongly
recommend that a transceiver must always be accompanied by a shovel and a probe
on your tours.