Transceivers

These are generally Analogue receiving devices that require a little more experience to use well. However they do provide more accurate results and a greater range when searching

These devices are still fairly easy to use but do not give out a graphics display so you will need to interpret lights and sounds in order to find your victim

These are the easiest to use transceivers available. Most people could pick one of these up and find a victim in a reasonable amount of time without ever having looked at a transceiver before. The graphic display will take you to the victims without having to interpret beeps and lights. Although these are easy to use, we still advise people to go on an Avalanche training course before embarking on any backcountry excursion.

Digital receivers are easy to use and some include graphic rich displays to make it easy to find a burial.

this is the choice for people with experience who want maximum range when in an emergency situation. Analog devices are a little trickier to use but provide more accurate results

Intelligent Transceivers contain a position sensor, which can analyze the position of the device in the avalanche and switches to the best transmitting antennae. Worst coupling positions are thus eliminated and you are found easier every time

Fixed antennae transmit in the same way, no matter what direction a burial is laid in.