Mammut, a leader in mountain gear since its founding in 1862, has unveiled the Barryvox® S2, a revolutionary avalanche transceiver that redefines safety technology for outdoor enthusiasts. This innovative device combines a compact design with intuitive features, ensuring users can respond swiftly and confidently during emergencies.
The development of the Barryvox S2 spanned four years, during which Mammut collaborated with athletes, ski patrollers, and safety experts. With an impressive 70-meter range, this transceiver is designed for both beginners and seasoned professionals, enhancing the efficiency of avalanche rescues. Its user-friendly interface offers clear, audible guidance, making it easier to navigate complex rescue situations. The S2 provides precise instructions, leading users down to the last meter and indicating the optimal probing location once the minimum burial depth is detected.
Key features of the Barryvox S2 include:
- A slimmer profile, measuring 6 mm thinner, that enhances portability without compromising range or battery life.
- Innovative Memory-in-Pixel (MIP) screen technology, which ensures maximum visibility in all conditions, including direct sunlight and while wearing polarized glasses.
- Integration with the Barryvox app, allowing for digital connectivity that supports firmware updates and access to the new “Barryvox Training Park.”
- The Barryvox Training Park provides a realistic training environment, enabling users to refine their avalanche search skills in simulated scenarios.
- An “Interference Guard” that strengthens the sending signal in areas with electromagnetic interference (EMI), complemented by warnings for enhanced safety.
- “Intelligent Fine Search Guidance” featuring interactive visuals and acoustic prompts for the fastest and most precise fine search capabilities on the market.
- Probing indication that displays burial depth, aiding rescuers in pinpointing the exact location of a victim.
- Automatic switch to Rescue SEND mode after four minutes of inactivity, ensuring ongoing safety in the event of a secondary avalanche.
- A group check function for quick verification of the transmission frequency and strength of other transceivers.
- The ability to guide users to the strongest signal during multiple burial scenarios.
Doug Workman, Mammut’s Avalanche Safety Manager, praised the Barryvox S2, stating, “Mammut has taken an already cutting-edge product and made it smaller and lighter without sacrificing range, battery life, or accuracy. The MIP screen enhances visibility, while Bluetooth connectivity simplifies firmware updates. The mobile beacon park revolutionizes training scenarios, and the refined Guided Fine Search ensures this beacon is indispensable for both professionals and beginners.”
Mammut’s legacy in avalanche safety began in 1968 with the launch of its first beacon, the Barryvox VS 86, created for the Swiss Army. Named after Barry, a St. Bernard known for rescuing over 40 lives in the Swiss Alps, the Barryvox has since evolved into a symbol of safety in mountainous terrain.
The Barryvox S2 is not merely an avalanche transceiver; it represents a comprehensive safety solution for mountaineers of all experience levels. By marrying advanced technology with user-friendly design, the Mammut Barryvox S2 sets a new benchmark in avalanche safety, demonstrating that compactness, high performance, and intuitive operation can coexist harmoniously.
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