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ms o

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n and

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nin

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n ava

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ion

, the

combi

nation

of t

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r pie

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ety e

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llo

ws f

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nd e

ffic

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t loc

atio

n and

rescu

e.

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t eq

uip

men

t and i

mp

rov

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g you e

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pleas

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asy t

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Loris & Nicolas Falquet

Mammut Team
Professional freeriders and extreme

ski film makers Huck & Chuck

Rob

ust

: s

hov

el b

lad

e mad

e fro

m str

ong

an

odiz

ed

alumi

num

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onom

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ffic

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t sho

vel

ing t

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ks t

o

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lev

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hap

ed h

and

le

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e: t

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simpl

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es a

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int

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ht: w

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Head office

Mammut Sports Group AG

Birren 5

CH-5703 Seon

Tel. +41 (0)62 769 81 81

info@mammut.ch

A list of all Mammut Store locations

can be found here:

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AIR

BAG

PRE

VEN

T

PRO

BE

LOC

ATE

SHOV

EL

RES

CUE

TR

ANS

CEI

VER

SEA

RCH

KNO

w-HO

w

AVA

LAN

CHE

Eq

UIP

mEN

T

Mam

mut h

as b

een wo

rki

ng i

nte

nsi

vel

y on t

he t

op

ic o

f “sa

fet

y in t

he

mou

nta

ins

” for y

ear

s and i

s doi

ng e

ver

yth

ing i

n its p

owe

r to r

ed

uce t

he

ris

ks a

sso

cia

ted w

ith m

oun

tai

n sp

ort

s. To p

rom

ote t

his a

im

, we are

dev

elo

pin

g new p

rod

uct

s tha

t set m

ile

sto

nes i

n ter

ms o

f inn

ova

tio

n and

saf

ety

. We a

lso s

up

por

t pre

ven

tio

n and t

rai

nin

g pro

jec

ts a

rou

nd t

he

world

. And

, und

er t

he “

Mam

mut S

afe

ty” b

ann

er, M

am

mut h

as c

om

-

mitt

ed t

o inc

rea

sin

g the s

afe

ty o

f sno

w sp

ort

s by m

ean

s of c

ont

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pro

vem

ent

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fic t

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nin

g and t

ran

sm

iss

ion o

f

kno

wle

dge.

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mut i

s now o

ffe

rin

g all s

now s

por

ts e

nth

usi

ast

s the h

igh

est s

afe

ty

sta

nd

ard

s with a

n ava

lan

che t

ran

sce

ive

r, a p

rob

e, a s

hov

el a

nd a

n

ava

lanc

he a

irb

ag.

In a

n e

mer

gen

cy sit

uat

ion

, the

combi

nation

of t

hese

fou

r pie

ces o

f saf

ety e

qui

pm

ent a

llo

ws f

ast a

nd e

ffic

ien

t loc

atio

n and

rescu

e.

The r

igh

t eq

uip

men

t and i

mp

rov

ed e

xp

ert

ise w

ill b

rin

g you e

ven m

ore

ski

ing

pleas

ure!

Hav

e fun a

nd s

tay s

afe

.

ww

w.ma

mmu

t.c

h

Sa

fe

: te

lesc

op

ic lo

cki

ng g

uar

ant

ees

fas

t a

nd s

im

ple

secu

ring

Lig

ht: mi

nim

um w

eigh

t tha

nks t

o a

n in

tegr

ate

d D

yne

ema

®

co

rd

Pra

cti

cal: e

asy t

o op

era

te w

hen w

ear

ing g

lov

es

Loris & Nicolas Falquet

Mammut Team
Professional freeriders and extreme

ski film makers Huck & Chuck

Rob

ust

: s

hov

el b

lad

e mad

e fro

m str

ong

an

odiz

ed

alumi

num

Erg

onom

ic: e

ffic

ien

t sho

vel

ing t

han

ks t

o

the c

lev

erly s

hap

ed h

and

le

Effic

ie

nt: t

ors

io

nal f

orc

es a

re a

bso

rb

ed

by t

he tr

iangula

r s

haft

Simp

le

and

saf

e: t

hank

s to

simpl

e

physi

cal

prin

cipl

es a

nd

int

uitiv

e op

era

tio

n

Lig

ht: w

ith n

ew c

arb

on c

art

rid

ge f

rom

appr

ox.

2.1

kg

Re

mo

va

ble: a s

ing

le a

irb

ag s

yst

em f

or d

iff

ere

nt

bac

kpac

k m

od

els

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ho

to

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n S

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pf

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to

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Head office

Mammut Sports Group AG

Birren 5

CH-5703 Seon

Tel. +41 (0)62 769 81 81

info@mammut.ch

A list of all Mammut Store locations

can be found here:

www.mammut.ch/stores

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60

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co

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ass d

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for

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2013/14

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to

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ar

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AIR

BAG

PRE

VEN

T

PRO

BE

LOC

ATE

SHOV

EL

RES

CUE

TR

ANS

CEI

VER

SEA

RCH

KNO

w-HO

w

AVA

LAN

CHE

Eq

UIP

mEN

T

Mam

mut h

as b

een wo

rki

ng i

nte

nsi

vel

y on t

he t

op

ic o

f “sa

fet

y in t

he

mou

nta

ins

” for y

ear

s and i

s doi

ng e

ver

yth

ing i

n its p

owe

r to r

ed

uce t

he

ris

ks a

sso

cia

ted w

ith m

oun

tai

n sp

ort

s. To p

rom

ote t

his a

im

, we are

dev

elo

pin

g new p

rod

uct

s tha

t set m

ile

sto

nes i

n ter

ms o

f inn

ova

tio

n and

saf

ety

. We a

lso s

up

por

t pre

ven

tio

n and t

rai

nin

g pro

jec

ts a

rou

nd t

he

world

. And

, und

er t

he “

Mam

mut S

afe

ty” b

ann

er, M

am

mut h

as c

om

-

mitt

ed t

o inc

rea

sin

g the s

afe

ty o

f sno

w sp

ort

s by m

ean

s of c

ont

inu

ous

im

pro

vem

ent

s in e

qui

pm

ent

, sp

eci

fic t

rai

nin

g and t

ran

sm

iss

ion o

f

kno

wle

dge.

Mam

mut i

s now o

ffe

rin

g all s

now s

por

ts e

nth

usi

ast

s the h

igh

est s

afe

ty

sta

nd

ard

s with a

n ava

lan

che t

ran

sce

ive

r, a p

rob

e, a s

hov

el a

nd a

n

ava

lanc

he a

irb

ag.

In a

n e

mer

gen

cy sit

uat

ion

, the

combi

nation

of t

hese

fou

r pie

ces o

f saf

ety e

qui

pm

ent a

llo

ws f

ast a

nd e

ffic

ien

t loc

atio

n and

rescu

e.

The r

igh

t eq

uip

men

t and i

mp

rov

ed e

xp

ert

ise w

ill b

rin

g you e

ven m

ore

ski

ing

pleas

ure!

Hav

e fun a

nd s

tay s

afe

.

ww

w.ma

mmu

t.c

h

Sa

fe

: te

lesc

op

ic lo

cki

ng g

uar

ant

ees

fas

t a

nd s

im

ple

secu

ring

Lig

ht: mi

nim

um w

eigh

t tha

nks t

o a

n in

tegr

ate

d D

yne

ema

®

co

rd

Pra

cti

cal: e

asy t

o op

era

te w

hen w

ear

ing g

lov

es

Loris & Nicolas Falquet

Mammut Team
Professional freeriders and extreme

ski film makers Huck & Chuck

Rob

ust

: s

hov

el b

lad

e mad

e fro

m str

ong

an

odiz

ed

alumi

num

Erg

onom

ic: e

ffic

ien

t sho

vel

ing t

han

ks t

o

the c

lev

erly s

hap

ed h

and

le

Effic

ie

nt: t

ors

io

nal f

orc

es a

re a

bso

rb

ed

by t

he tr

iangula

r s

haft

Simp

le

and

saf

e: t

hank

s to

simpl

e

physi

cal

prin

cipl

es a

nd

int

uitiv

e op

era

tio

n

Lig

ht: w

ith n

ew c

arb

on c

art

rid

ge f

rom

appr

ox.

2.1

kg

Re

mo

va

ble: a s

ing

le a

irb

ag s

yst

em f

or d

iff

ere

nt

bac

kpac

k m

od

els

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ho

to

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te

fa

n S

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lu

m

pf

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ho

to

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ar

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Head office

Mammut Sports Group AG

Birren 5

CH-5703 Seon

Tel. +41 (0)62 769 81 81

info@mammut.ch

A list of all Mammut Store locations

can be found here:

www.mammut.ch/stores

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60

° r

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co

mp

ass d

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for

simp

le l

oca

tio

n

Eff

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AIRBAG

PREVENT

PROBE

LOCATE

SHOVEL

RESCUE

TRANSCEIVER

SEARCH

KNOw-HOw

AVALANCHE EqUIPmENT

Mammut has been working intensively on the topic of “safety in the

mountains” for years and is doing everything in its power to reduce the

risks associated with mountain sports. To promote this aim, we are

developing new products that set milestones in terms of innovation and

safety. We also support prevention and training projects around the

world. And, under the “Mammut Safety” banner, Mammut has com-

mitted to increasing the safety of snow sports by means of continuous

improvements in equipment, specific training and transmission of

knowledge.

Mammut is now offering all snow sports enthusiasts the highest safety

standards with an avalanche transceiver, a probe, a shovel and an

avalanche airbag. In an emergency situation, the combination of these

four pieces of safety equipment allows fast and efficient location and

rescue.

The right equipment and improved expertise will bring you even more

skiing pleasure!

Have fun and stay safe.

www.mammut.ch

Safe: telescopic locking guarantees fast and simple securing
Light: minimum weight thanks to an integrated Dyneema

®

cord

Practical: easy to operate when wearing gloves

Lor

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Robust: shovel blade made from strong

anodized aluminum
Ergonomic: efficient shoveling thanks to

the cleverly shaped handle
Efficient: torsional forces are absorbed

by the triangular shaft

Simple and safe: thanks to simple

physical principles and intuitive operation
Light: with new carbon cartridge from

approx. 2.1 kg
Removable: a single airbag system for different

backpack models

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Easy: digital-analog three-antenna device with acoustic

search guidance
Fast: 360° real-time compass display for simple location
Effective: rapid, precise marking in the event of multiple

buried subjects

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AIRBAG

PREVENT

PROBE

LOCATE

SHOVEL

RESCUE

TRANSCEIVER

SEARCH

KNOw-HOw

AVALANCHE EqUIPmENT

Mammut has been working intensively on the topic of “safety in the

mountains” for years and is doing everything in its power to reduce the

risks associated with mountain sports. To promote this aim, we are

developing new products that set milestones in terms of innovation and

safety. We also support prevention and training projects around the

world. And, under the “Mammut Safety” banner, Mammut has com-

mitted to increasing the safety of snow sports by means of continuous

improvements in equipment, specific training and transmission of

knowledge.

Mammut is now offering all snow sports enthusiasts the highest safety

standards with an avalanche transceiver, a probe, a shovel and an

avalanche airbag. In an emergency situation, the combination of these

four pieces of safety equipment allows fast and efficient location and

rescue.

The right equipment and improved expertise will bring you even more

skiing pleasure!

Have fun and stay safe.

www.mammut.ch

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mountains” for years and is doing everything in its power to reduce the

risks associated with mountain sports. To promote this aim, we are

developing new products that set milestones in terms of innovation and

safety. We also support prevention and training projects around the

world. And, under the “Mammut Safety” banner, Mammut has com-

mitted to increasing the safety of snow sports by means of continuous

improvements in equipment, specific training and transmission of

knowledge.

Mammut is now offering all snow sports enthusiasts the highest safety

standards with an avalanche transceiver, a probe, a shovel and an

avalanche airbag. In an emergency situation, the combination of these

four pieces of safety equipment allows fast and efficient location and

rescue.

The right equipment and improved expertise will bring you even more

skiing pleasure!

Have fun and stay safe.

www.mammut.ch

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Mammut has been working intensively on the topic of “safety in the

mountains” for years and is doing everything in its power to reduce the

risks associated with mountain sports. To promote this aim, we are

developing new products that set milestones in terms of innovation and

safety. We also support prevention and training projects around the

world. And, under the “Mammut Safety” banner, Mammut has com-

mitted to increasing the safety of snow sports by means of continuous

improvements in equipment, specific training and transmission of

knowledge.

Mammut is now offering all snow sports enthusiasts the highest safety

standards with an avalanche transceiver, a probe, a shovel and an

avalanche airbag. In an emergency situation, the combination of these

four pieces of safety equipment allows fast and efficient location and

rescue.

The right equipment and improved expertise will bring you even more

skiing pleasure!

Have fun and stay safe.

www.mammut.ch

Safe: telescopic locking guarantees fast and simple securing
Light: minimum weight thanks to an integrated Dyneema

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cord

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Simple and safe: thanks to simple

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Light: with new carbon cartridge from

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ELEMENT Barryvox

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Device options

Number of antennas

3

3

LCD display

Fully graphic

Segment

Operating concept

Two buttons

One button

User navigation

8 languages

Symbols

Range

60 m digital

95 m analog

60 m

Search strip width

50 m

50 m

Self test
Group test
Multiple buried subjects
Frequency check
Marking function
Reverse direction function
Automatic switching from search to send
Acoustic guidance
Digital mode
Intelligent Search
Analog mode
Profile selection
Scrolling in the list of buried subjects
Vital data
Configurable
Headphone socket
Backlight
Rescue-SEND

W-Link options

Software updates
Configuration changes
Fleet management
Individual start image

Additional test options

Functional test

Recommended for

• Intensive users

• Ambitious beginners

• Tour leaders

• Professional users

• Organizations

• Occasional users

• Beginners

• Group members

mAmmUT AVALANCHE AIRBAG

mORE SAfETy IN THE mOUNTAINS

EffECT AND OPERATION
Of AN AVALANCHE AIRBAG

The effect of an avalanche airbag is based on the physical principle

of “inverse segregation”. This sorting effect means that in an equally

moving mass of particles, the smaller particles gravitate to the bot-

tom while the larger ones rise to the surface. The avalanche airbag

increases the wearer's volume, significantly boosting this effect. This

makes it possible to keep the wearer's body on the surface of the

snow and helps to prevent complete burial.

COmPARISON
Of DEVICES

PULSE AND ELEmENT
BARRyVOx

®

INTELLIGENT SEARCH

USER PROfILE

PULSE AND ELEmENT BARRyVOx

®

ELEMENT Barryvox

®

The device has an intuitive user profile

that is very easy to use thanks to clear instructions and one-button

operation.

PULSE Barryvox

®

Tailored profiles (Basic/Advanced) can be

selected to suit users' needs and abilities. This allows the device to

be adapted to different users and applications. For example, users

can start with the simple Basic profile and then, after a little practice,

move onto the Advanced profile, which offers more options and

functions.

Basic profile

The user navigation of the Basic profile for the

PULSE Barryvox

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is the same as for the ELEMENT Barryvox

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. How-

ever, users also have all the benefits of the PULSE Barryvox

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and

its additional sensors. User navigation and searches are therefore

optimized: the device can detect classic user errors and guide the

rescuer accordingly.

Advanced profile

This user profile allows access to a wide range

of device settings and functions (analog mode, vital data, tone

support < 3 meters, etc.), which allows it to be configured to users’

individual needs and preferences.

Easy operation thanks to a fully graphic display and clear user navi-

gation with acoustic support. The reverse direction function prevents

180° search errors while a “mark” function makes it easy to record

found buried subjects.

Location is extremely fast and accurate thanks to a 360° display and

three antennas for easy fine searching. Manual scrolling guarantees

an overview of distance, direction and the number of buried subjects

in the relevant list. Fast, accurate marking for multiple buried sub-

jects saves you time.

Speed is the most important survival factor in the event of burial!

Real-time direction display, digital signal processing in the event

of multiple buried subjects, intelligent group test and an addition-

al communication channel (W-Link) for better search results also

increase efficiency.

CARTRIDGE RENTAL SERVICE

Taking an avalanche backpack with you on a flight regularly causes

problems since the pressure cartridge necessary for deployment is

classed as a hazardous item. Mammut is therefore setting up rental

stations for pressure cartridges all over the world. You can now set

off for your mountain vacation without having to worry about trans-

porting your avalanche airbag with a pressure cartridge. Simply leave

your own cartridge at home, take your Mammut or Snowpulse airbag

with you on the plane and rent the necessary cartridge when you get

there.

You can find all the information on the rental service at:

www.mammut.ch/cartridge-rental

An avalanche airbag is part of your avalanche

equipment and should always be used in com-

bination with an avalanche transceiver, a shovel

and a probe. Mammut offers two airbag systems:

the Removable Airbag System R.A.S. and the

new Protection Airbag System.

Airbag systems increase the chance of staying

on the surface of the avalanche and allow faster

location in the event of burial. However, airbags

do not prevent avalanches, so never expose

yourself to high risk, even with an airbag. Burial

by an avalanche is always a life-threatening

situation, regardless of your equipment!

mAmmUT BARRyVOx

®

AVALANCHE TRANSCEIVER

EASy, fAST AND EffECTIVE

However, the most important factor is prevention, and the founda-

tion for this is comprehensive knowledge, proper preparation before

a tour and appropriate conduct in the terrain! Emergency equipment

is essential on tours: an avalanche transceiver, a shovel, a probe and

ideally an avalanche airbag. In addition, use of this equipment in an

emergency situation should be practiced regularly.

To sign up for a training course, go to

www.mammut.ch/safety

Digital signal processing (DSP)

Rapid signal recognition and long digital range with direction and

distance display as well as 457 kHz and W-Link signal pattern

recognition for quick and reliable recording of multiple buried sub-

jects in a list.

Multiple buried subjects

Pattern recognition is used to record buried subjects in a list and re-

cord them as found by means of a marking function. This means that

multiple buried subjects can be located without having to use special

search methods.

Analog mode

Analog mode is for resolving challenging search problems using

micro search strips, the 3-circle method and circular fine search-

ing. The width of the search strip can be increased to 80 m in

analog mode and the receiver sensitivity can be adjusted manually.

Earphones can be particularly useful for analog searching.

Rescue-SEND

This mode is used by all rescuers who are involved in a rescue but

not personally carrying out a transceiver search. In this mode, the

457 kHz signal is temporarily switched off to avoid interfering with

the search. In the event of burial by a secondary avalanche, the

motion sensor detects what are now only very slight movements

by the rescuer and automatically switches the transmitter back on

after four minutes, allowing the buried rescuer to be located using a

transceiver.

Vital data

A highly sensitive motion sensor measures even the most subtle

motions of the body (e.g. those caused by heart and lung activity).

Each movement is interpreted as a sign of life and displayed, by

means of W-Link, as an "increased chance of survival" message in

the form of a heart icon in the list of buried subjects on the searching

device.

Energy source

The devices in the Barryvox

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family can be operated using different

battery types (alkaline / lithium). In comparison with alkaline batteries,

lithium batteries offer longer operating times in low temperatures and

do not cause any damage due to leakage.

• ELEMENT Barryvox

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: alkaline

• PULSE Barryvox

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: alkaline / lithium

SAfETy TRAINING

fUNCTION

PROTECTION AIRBAG SySTEm

COmPONENTS

Avalanche airbag testing video

www.mammut.ch/airbag_testing

Audio-supported fine searching in a cross (bracketing) is simplified

by using arrows. These clearly show on the display the direction

to walk in, based on the distance and signal information in relation

to the avalanche transceiver. The device helps users by means of

information regarding when to change search direction and the

optimum transition from fine searching in a cross (bracketing) to

probing (pinpointing).

The starting point for guided fine searching dynamically adapts to

the depth of the avalanche and the device guides the user based

on the remaining distance to the buried subject using one or more

processes of fine searching in a cross (bracketing).

LIGHTwEIGHT

CARBON CARTRIDGE

OVERVIEw AND
COmPARISON

The Removable Airbag System R.A.S. and the new Protection Air-

bag System are based on the same inflation process: the deploy-

ment mechanism is activated by pulling the deployment handle.

The mechanism opens the pressure cartridge and the released gas

flows into the airbag via a venturi valve; ambient air is also fed into

the airbag. The gas in the cartridge and the ambient air inflates the

150-liter airbag in approx. three seconds (depending on temperature

and altitude).

Our new carbon cartridge for avalanche airbags is really light!

When filled it weighs about 50 % less (approx. 310 g) than our

other cartridges (steel/aluminum). The cartridge is fully compatible

with all Mammut and Snowpulse avalanche airbags with Inflation

System 2.0.

Simple and safe

Thanks to simple physical principles

and intuitive operation the system is safe.

Lightweight

In the development of airbag systems special attention was paid to

lightweight construction and spacial requirements. This allowed the

weight and pack volume to be greatly reduced.

Head-on-top

“Head-on-top” technology ensures

that in most cases the wearer comes

to rest in a sitting position with their

back facing down the slope and their

head on the surface of the snow. This

is the ideal position since it means that

the respiratory tracts are not covered

by snow: this reduces the risk of suf-

focation. This is possible thanks to the

shape and positioning of the airbag:

its main buoyancy volume is located

around and above the wearer's head.

Protection from injury

Around 20 % of avalanche deaths

(depending on country and year) are

due to trauma (i.e. mechanical injuries)

incurred during the avalanche, particu-

larly in areas below the tree line. These

injuries are often in the head, neck and

chest area. These very sensitive areas

are protected by the special shape of

the Protection airbag.

Removable

Like the Removable Airbag System

R.A.S., the Protection Airbag System

is removable and compatible with

various backpack models. The airbag

system only takes a few minutes to in-

stall and remove, and both processes

are simple and safe to carry out. The

same system can therefore be used for

different backpacks and the backpack

itself can be used for other activities

even without an airbag system.

Protection

Airbag

Removable

Airbag

Trauma protection

Head-on-top

Increased chance of survival

Quick location

Removable

NEW

Transferable

NEW

Simple and safe

Lightweight

approx. 870 g

approx. 850 g

Compatible with Protection

Airbag System
Compatible with Removable

Airbag System R.A.S.
Compatible with Snowpulse

avalanche airbags with Inflation

System 2.0 (from Winter 11/12)

Approx. filled weight

310 g

500 g

630 g

Approx. unfilled weight

235 g

425 g

555 g

Material

Carbon fiber

Steel

Aluminum

Filling

Nitrogen

Nitrogen

Compressed

air

Operating pressure

300 bar

300 bar

207 bar

Sold in

EU

EU

US / CA (EU)

Can be refilled by user

Airbag deployed

(example shows Protection Airbag)

Airbag stowed

(example shows Protection Airbag)

Deployment mechanism

Deployment cable

Pressure cartridge

Deployment handle (stowable)

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PULSE Barryvox

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ELEMENT Barryvox

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Device options

Number of antennas

3

3

LCD display

Fully graphic

Segment

Operating concept

Two buttons

One button

User navigation

8 languages

Symbols

Range

60 m digital

95 m analog

60 m

Search strip width

50 m

50 m

Self test
Group test
Multiple buried subjects
Frequency check
Marking function
Reverse direction function
Automatic switching from search to send
Acoustic guidance
Digital mode
Intelligent Search
Analog mode
Profile selection
Scrolling in the list of buried subjects
Vital data
Configurable
Headphone socket
Backlight
Rescue-SEND

W-Link options

Software updates
Configuration changes
Fleet management
Individual start image

Additional test options

Functional test

Recommended for

• Intensive users

• Ambitious beginners

• Tour leaders

• Professional users

• Organizations

• Occasional users

• Beginners

• Group members

mAmmUT AVALANCHE AIRBAG

mORE SAfETy IN THE mOUNTAINS

EffECT AND OPERATION
Of AN AVALANCHE AIRBAG

The effect of an avalanche airbag is based on the physical principle

of “inverse segregation”. This sorting effect means that in an equally

moving mass of particles, the smaller particles gravitate to the bot-

tom while the larger ones rise to the surface. The avalanche airbag

increases the wearer's volume, significantly boosting this effect. This

makes it possible to keep the wearer's body on the surface of the

snow and helps to prevent complete burial.

COmPARISON
Of DEVICES

PULSE AND ELEmENT
BARRyVOx

®

INTELLIGENT SEARCH

USER PROfILE

PULSE AND ELEmENT BARRyVOx

®

ELEMENT Barryvox

®

The device has an intuitive user profile

that is very easy to use thanks to clear instructions and one-button

operation.

PULSE Barryvox

®

Tailored profiles (Basic/Advanced) can be

selected to suit users' needs and abilities. This allows the device to

be adapted to different users and applications. For example, users

can start with the simple Basic profile and then, after a little practice,

move onto the Advanced profile, which offers more options and

functions.

Basic profile

The user navigation of the Basic profile for the

PULSE Barryvox

®

is the same as for the ELEMENT Barryvox

®

. How-

ever, users also have all the benefits of the PULSE Barryvox

®

and

its additional sensors. User navigation and searches are therefore

optimized: the device can detect classic user errors and guide the

rescuer accordingly.

Advanced profile

This user profile allows access to a wide range

of device settings and functions (analog mode, vital data, tone

support < 3 meters, etc.), which allows it to be configured to users’

individual needs and preferences.

Easy operation thanks to a fully graphic display and clear user navi-

gation with acoustic support. The reverse direction function prevents

180° search errors while a “mark” function makes it easy to record

found buried subjects.

Location is extremely fast and accurate thanks to a 360° display and

three antennas for easy fine searching. Manual scrolling guarantees

an overview of distance, direction and the number of buried subjects

in the relevant list. Fast, accurate marking for multiple buried sub-

jects saves you time.

Speed is the most important survival factor in the event of burial!

Real-time direction display, digital signal processing in the event

of multiple buried subjects, intelligent group test and an addition-

al communication channel (W-Link) for better search results also

increase efficiency.

CARTRIDGE RENTAL SERVICE

Taking an avalanche backpack with you on a flight regularly causes

problems since the pressure cartridge necessary for deployment is

classed as a hazardous item. Mammut is therefore setting up rental

stations for pressure cartridges all over the world. You can now set

off for your mountain vacation without having to worry about trans-

porting your avalanche airbag with a pressure cartridge. Simply leave

your own cartridge at home, take your Mammut or Snowpulse airbag

with you on the plane and rent the necessary cartridge when you get

there.

You can find all the information on the rental service at:

www.mammut.ch/cartridge-rental

An avalanche airbag is part of your avalanche

equipment and should always be used in com-

bination with an avalanche transceiver, a shovel

and a probe. Mammut offers two airbag systems:

the Removable Airbag System R.A.S. and the

new Protection Airbag System.

Airbag systems increase the chance of staying

on the surface of the avalanche and allow faster

location in the event of burial. However, airbags

do not prevent avalanches, so never expose

yourself to high risk, even with an airbag. Burial

by an avalanche is always a life-threatening

situation, regardless of your equipment!

mAmmUT BARRyVOx

®

AVALANCHE TRANSCEIVER

EASy, fAST AND EffECTIVE

However, the most important factor is prevention, and the founda-

tion for this is comprehensive knowledge, proper preparation before

a tour and appropriate conduct in the terrain! Emergency equipment

is essential on tours: an avalanche transceiver, a shovel, a probe and

ideally an avalanche airbag. In addition, use of this equipment in an

emergency situation should be practiced regularly.

To sign up for a training course, go to

www.mammut.ch/safety

Digital signal processing (DSP)

Rapid signal recognition and long digital range with direction and

distance display as well as 457 kHz and W-Link signal pattern

recognition for quick and reliable recording of multiple buried sub-

jects in a list.

Multiple buried subjects

Pattern recognition is used to record buried subjects in a list and re-

cord them as found by means of a marking function. This means that

multiple buried subjects can be located without having to use special

search methods.

Analog mode

Analog mode is for resolving challenging search problems using

micro search strips, the 3-circle method and circular fine search-

ing. The width of the search strip can be increased to 80 m in

analog mode and the receiver sensitivity can be adjusted manually.

Earphones can be particularly useful for analog searching.

Rescue-SEND

This mode is used by all rescuers who are involved in a rescue but

not personally carrying out a transceiver search. In this mode, the

457 kHz signal is temporarily switched off to avoid interfering with

the search. In the event of burial by a secondary avalanche, the

motion sensor detects what are now only very slight movements

by the rescuer and automatically switches the transmitter back on

after four minutes, allowing the buried rescuer to be located using a

transceiver.

Vital data

A highly sensitive motion sensor measures even the most subtle

motions of the body (e.g. those caused by heart and lung activity).

Each movement is interpreted as a sign of life and displayed, by

means of W-Link, as an "increased chance of survival" message in

the form of a heart icon in the list of buried subjects on the searching

device.

Energy source

The devices in the Barryvox

®

family can be operated using different

battery types (alkaline / lithium). In comparison with alkaline batteries,

lithium batteries offer longer operating times in low temperatures and

do not cause any damage due to leakage.

• ELEMENT Barryvox

®

: alkaline

• PULSE Barryvox

®

: alkaline / lithium

SAfETy TRAINING

fUNCTION

PROTECTION AIRBAG SySTEm

COmPONENTS

Avalanche airbag testing video

www.mammut.ch/airbag_testing

Audio-supported fine searching in a cross (bracketing) is simplified

by using arrows. These clearly show on the display the direction

to walk in, based on the distance and signal information in relation

to the avalanche transceiver. The device helps users by means of

information regarding when to change search direction and the

optimum transition from fine searching in a cross (bracketing) to

probing (pinpointing).

The starting point for guided fine searching dynamically adapts to

the depth of the avalanche and the device guides the user based

on the remaining distance to the buried subject using one or more

processes of fine searching in a cross (bracketing).

LIGHTwEIGHT

CARBON CARTRIDGE

OVERVIEw AND
COmPARISON

The Removable Airbag System R.A.S. and the new Protection Air-

bag System are based on the same inflation process: the deploy-

ment mechanism is activated by pulling the deployment handle.

The mechanism opens the pressure cartridge and the released gas

flows into the airbag via a venturi valve; ambient air is also fed into

the airbag. The gas in the cartridge and the ambient air inflates the

150-liter airbag in approx. three seconds (depending on temperature

and altitude).

Our new carbon cartridge for avalanche airbags is really light!

When filled it weighs about 50 % less (approx. 310 g) than our

other cartridges (steel/aluminum). The cartridge is fully compatible

with all Mammut and Snowpulse avalanche airbags with Inflation

System 2.0.

Simple and safe

Thanks to simple physical principles

and intuitive operation the system is safe.

Lightweight

In the development of airbag systems special attention was paid to

lightweight construction and spacial requirements. This allowed the

weight and pack volume to be greatly reduced.

Head-on-top

“Head-on-top” technology ensures

that in most cases the wearer comes

to rest in a sitting position with their

back facing down the slope and their

head on the surface of the snow. This

is the ideal position since it means that

the respiratory tracts are not covered

by snow: this reduces the risk of suf-

focation. This is possible thanks to the

shape and positioning of the airbag:

its main buoyancy volume is located

around and above the wearer's head.

Protection from injury

Around 20 % of avalanche deaths

(depending on country and year) are

due to trauma (i.e. mechanical injuries)

incurred during the avalanche, particu-

larly in areas below the tree line. These

injuries are often in the head, neck and

chest area. These very sensitive areas

are protected by the special shape of

the Protection airbag.

Removable

Like the Removable Airbag System

R.A.S., the Protection Airbag System

is removable and compatible with

various backpack models. The airbag

system only takes a few minutes to in-

stall and remove, and both processes

are simple and safe to carry out. The

same system can therefore be used for

different backpacks and the backpack

itself can be used for other activities

even without an airbag system.

Protection

Airbag

Removable

Airbag

Trauma protection

Head-on-top

Increased chance of survival

Quick location

Removable

NEW

Transferable

NEW

Simple and safe

Lightweight

approx. 870 g

approx. 850 g

Compatible with Protection

Airbag System
Compatible with Removable

Airbag System R.A.S.
Compatible with Snowpulse

avalanche airbags with Inflation

System 2.0 (from Winter 11/12)

Approx. filled weight

310 g

500 g

630 g

Approx. unfilled weight

235 g

425 g

555 g

Material

Carbon fiber

Steel

Aluminum

Filling

Nitrogen

Nitrogen

Compressed

air

Operating pressure

300 bar

300 bar

207 bar

Sold in

EU

EU

US / CA (EU)

Can be refilled by user

Airbag deployed

(example shows Protection Airbag)

Airbag stowed

(example shows Protection Airbag)

Deployment mechanism

Deployment cable

Pressure cartridge

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PULSE Barryvox

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ELEMENT Barryvox

®

Device options

Number of antennas

3

3

LCD display

Fully graphic

Segment

Operating concept

Two buttons

One button

User navigation

8 languages

Symbols

Range

60 m digital

95 m analog

60 m

Search strip width

50 m

50 m

Self test
Group test
Multiple buried subjects
Frequency check
Marking function
Reverse direction function
Automatic switching from search to send
Acoustic guidance
Digital mode
Intelligent Search
Analog mode
Profile selection
Scrolling in the list of buried subjects
Vital data
Configurable
Headphone socket
Backlight
Rescue-SEND

W-Link options

Software updates
Configuration changes
Fleet management
Individual start image

Additional test options

Functional test

Recommended for

• Intensive users

• Ambitious beginners

• Tour leaders

• Professional users

• Organizations

• Occasional users

• Beginners

• Group members

mAmmUT AVALANCHE AIRBAG

mORE SAfETy IN THE mOUNTAINS

EffECT AND OPERATION
Of AN AVALANCHE AIRBAG

The effect of an avalanche airbag is based on the physical principle

of “inverse segregation”. This sorting effect means that in an equally

moving mass of particles, the smaller particles gravitate to the bot-

tom while the larger ones rise to the surface. The avalanche airbag

increases the wearer's volume, significantly boosting this effect. This

makes it possible to keep the wearer's body on the surface of the

snow and helps to prevent complete burial.

COmPARISON
Of DEVICES

PULSE AND ELEmENT
BARRyVOx

®

INTELLIGENT SEARCH

USER PROfILE

PULSE AND ELEmENT BARRyVOx

®

ELEMENT Barryvox

®

The device has an intuitive user profile

that is very easy to use thanks to clear instructions and one-button

operation.

PULSE Barryvox

®

Tailored profiles (Basic/Advanced) can be

selected to suit users' needs and abilities. This allows the device to

be adapted to different users and applications. For example, users

can start with the simple Basic profile and then, after a little practice,

move onto the Advanced profile, which offers more options and

functions.

Basic profile

The user navigation of the Basic profile for the

PULSE Barryvox

®

is the same as for the ELEMENT Barryvox

®

. How-

ever, users also have all the benefits of the PULSE Barryvox

®

and

its additional sensors. User navigation and searches are therefore

optimized: the device can detect classic user errors and guide the

rescuer accordingly.

Advanced profile

This user profile allows access to a wide range

of device settings and functions (analog mode, vital data, tone

support < 3 meters, etc.), which allows it to be configured to users’

individual needs and preferences.

Easy operation thanks to a fully graphic display and clear user navi-

gation with acoustic support. The reverse direction function prevents

180° search errors while a “mark” function makes it easy to record

found buried subjects.

Location is extremely fast and accurate thanks to a 360° display and

three antennas for easy fine searching. Manual scrolling guarantees

an overview of distance, direction and the number of buried subjects

in the relevant list. Fast, accurate marking for multiple buried sub-

jects saves you time.

Speed is the most important survival factor in the event of burial!

Real-time direction display, digital signal processing in the event

of multiple buried subjects, intelligent group test and an addition-

al communication channel (W-Link) for better search results also

increase efficiency.

CARTRIDGE RENTAL SERVICE

Taking an avalanche backpack with you on a flight regularly causes

problems since the pressure cartridge necessary for deployment is

classed as a hazardous item. Mammut is therefore setting up rental

stations for pressure cartridges all over the world. You can now set

off for your mountain vacation without having to worry about trans-

porting your avalanche airbag with a pressure cartridge. Simply leave

your own cartridge at home, take your Mammut or Snowpulse airbag

with you on the plane and rent the necessary cartridge when you get

there.

You can find all the information on the rental service at:

www.mammut.ch/cartridge-rental

An avalanche airbag is part of your avalanche

equipment and should always be used in com-

bination with an avalanche transceiver, a shovel

and a probe. Mammut offers two airbag systems:

the Removable Airbag System R.A.S. and the

new Protection Airbag System.

Airbag systems increase the chance of staying

on the surface of the avalanche and allow faster

location in the event of burial. However, airbags

do not prevent avalanches, so never expose

yourself to high risk, even with an airbag. Burial

by an avalanche is always a life-threatening

situation, regardless of your equipment!

mAmmUT BARRyVOx

®

AVALANCHE TRANSCEIVER

EASy, fAST AND EffECTIVE

However, the most important factor is prevention, and the founda-

tion for this is comprehensive knowledge, proper preparation before

a tour and appropriate conduct in the terrain! Emergency equipment

is essential on tours: an avalanche transceiver, a shovel, a probe and

ideally an avalanche airbag. In addition, use of this equipment in an

emergency situation should be practiced regularly.

To sign up for a training course, go to

www.mammut.ch/safety

Digital signal processing (DSP)

Rapid signal recognition and long digital range with direction and

distance display as well as 457 kHz and W-Link signal pattern

recognition for quick and reliable recording of multiple buried sub-

jects in a list.

Multiple buried subjects

Pattern recognition is used to record buried subjects in a list and re-

cord them as found by means of a marking function. This means that

multiple buried subjects can be located without having to use special

search methods.

Analog mode

Analog mode is for resolving challenging search problems using

micro search strips, the 3-circle method and circular fine search-

ing. The width of the search strip can be increased to 80 m in

analog mode and the receiver sensitivity can be adjusted manually.

Earphones can be particularly useful for analog searching.

Rescue-SEND

This mode is used by all rescuers who are involved in a rescue but

not personally carrying out a transceiver search. In this mode, the

457 kHz signal is temporarily switched off to avoid interfering with

the search. In the event of burial by a secondary avalanche, the

motion sensor detects what are now only very slight movements

by the rescuer and automatically switches the transmitter back on

after four minutes, allowing the buried rescuer to be located using a

transceiver.

Vital data

A highly sensitive motion sensor measures even the most subtle

motions of the body (e.g. those caused by heart and lung activity).

Each movement is interpreted as a sign of life and displayed, by

means of W-Link, as an "increased chance of survival" message in

the form of a heart icon in the list of buried subjects on the searching

device.

Energy source

The devices in the Barryvox

®

family can be operated using different

battery types (alkaline / lithium). In comparison with alkaline batteries,

lithium batteries offer longer operating times in low temperatures and

do not cause any damage due to leakage.

• ELEMENT Barryvox

®

: alkaline

• PULSE Barryvox

®

: alkaline / lithium

SAfETy TRAINING

fUNCTION

PROTECTION AIRBAG SySTEm

COmPONENTS

Avalanche airbag testing video

www.mammut.ch/airbag_testing

Audio-supported fine searching in a cross (bracketing) is simplified

by using arrows. These clearly show on the display the direction

to walk in, based on the distance and signal information in relation

to the avalanche transceiver. The device helps users by means of

information regarding when to change search direction and the

optimum transition from fine searching in a cross (bracketing) to

probing (pinpointing).

The starting point for guided fine searching dynamically adapts to

the depth of the avalanche and the device guides the user based

on the remaining distance to the buried subject using one or more

processes of fine searching in a cross (bracketing).

LIGHTwEIGHT

CARBON CARTRIDGE

OVERVIEw AND
COmPARISON

The Removable Airbag System R.A.S. and the new Protection Air-

bag System are based on the same inflation process: the deploy-

ment mechanism is activated by pulling the deployment handle.

The mechanism opens the pressure cartridge and the released gas

flows into the airbag via a venturi valve; ambient air is also fed into

the airbag. The gas in the cartridge and the ambient air inflates the

150-liter airbag in approx. three seconds (depending on temperature

and altitude).

Our new carbon cartridge for avalanche airbags is really light!

When filled it weighs about 50 % less (approx. 310 g) than our

other cartridges (steel/aluminum). The cartridge is fully compatible

with all Mammut and Snowpulse avalanche airbags with Inflation

System 2.0.

Simple and safe

Thanks to simple physical principles

and intuitive operation the system is safe.

Lightweight

In the development of airbag systems special attention was paid to

lightweight construction and spacial requirements. This allowed the

weight and pack volume to be greatly reduced.

Head-on-top

“Head-on-top” technology ensures

that in most cases the wearer comes

to rest in a sitting position with their

back facing down the slope and their

head on the surface of the snow. This

is the ideal position since it means that

the respiratory tracts are not covered

by snow: this reduces the risk of suf-

focation. This is possible thanks to the

shape and positioning of the airbag:

its main buoyancy volume is located

around and above the wearer's head.

Protection from injury

Around 20 % of avalanche deaths

(depending on country and year) are

due to trauma (i.e. mechanical injuries)

incurred during the avalanche, particu-

larly in areas below the tree line. These

injuries are often in the head, neck and

chest area. These very sensitive areas

are protected by the special shape of

the Protection airbag.

Removable

Like the Removable Airbag System

R.A.S., the Protection Airbag System

is removable and compatible with

various backpack models. The airbag

system only takes a few minutes to in-

stall and remove, and both processes

are simple and safe to carry out. The

same system can therefore be used for

different backpacks and the backpack

itself can be used for other activities

even without an airbag system.

Protection

Airbag

Removable

Airbag

Trauma protection

Head-on-top

Increased chance of survival

Quick location

Removable

NEW

Transferable

NEW

Simple and safe

Lightweight

approx. 870 g

approx. 850 g

Compatible with Protection

Airbag System
Compatible with Removable

Airbag System R.A.S.
Compatible with Snowpulse

avalanche airbags with Inflation

System 2.0 (from Winter 11/12)

Approx. filled weight

310 g

500 g

630 g

Approx. unfilled weight

235 g

425 g

555 g

Material

Carbon fiber

Steel

Aluminum

Filling

Nitrogen

Nitrogen

Compressed

air

Operating pressure

300 bar

300 bar

207 bar

Sold in

EU

EU

US / CA (EU)

Can be refilled by user

Airbag deployed

(example shows Protection Airbag)

Airbag stowed

(example shows Protection Airbag)

Deployment mechanism

Deployment cable

Pressure cartridge

Deployment handle (stowable)

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PULSE Barryvox

®

ELEMENT Barryvox

®

Device options

Number of antennas

3

3

LCD display

Fully graphic

Segment

Operating concept

Two buttons

One button

User navigation

8 languages

Symbols

Range

60 m digital

95 m analog

60 m

Search strip width

50 m

50 m

Self test
Group test
Multiple buried subjects
Frequency check
Marking function
Reverse direction function
Automatic switching from search to send
Acoustic guidance
Digital mode
Intelligent Search
Analog mode
Profile selection
Scrolling in the list of buried subjects
Vital data
Configurable
Headphone socket
Backlight
Rescue-SEND

W-Link options

Software updates
Configuration changes
Fleet management
Individual start image

Additional test options

Functional test

Recommended for

• Intensive users

• Ambitious beginners

• Tour leaders

• Professional users

• Organizations

• Occasional users

• Beginners

• Group members

mAmmUT AVALANCHE AIRBAG

mORE SAfETy IN THE mOUNTAINS

EffECT AND OPERATION
Of AN AVALANCHE AIRBAG

The effect of an avalanche airbag is based on the physical principle

of “inverse segregation”. This sorting effect means that in an equally

moving mass of particles, the smaller particles gravitate to the bot-

tom while the larger ones rise to the surface. The avalanche airbag

increases the wearer's volume, significantly boosting this effect. This

makes it possible to keep the wearer's body on the surface of the

snow and helps to prevent complete burial.

COmPARISON
Of DEVICES

PULSE AND ELEmENT
BARRyVOx

®

INTELLIGENT SEARCH

USER PROfILE

PULSE AND ELEmENT BARRyVOx

®

ELEMENT Barryvox

®

The device has an intuitive user profile

that is very easy to use thanks to clear instructions and one-button

operation.

PULSE Barryvox

®

Tailored profiles (Basic/Advanced) can be

selected to suit users' needs and abilities. This allows the device to

be adapted to different users and applications. For example, users

can start with the simple Basic profile and then, after a little practice,

move onto the Advanced profile, which offers more options and

functions.

Basic profile

The user navigation of the Basic profile for the

PULSE Barryvox

®

is the same as for the ELEMENT Barryvox

®

. How-

ever, users also have all the benefits of the PULSE Barryvox

®

and

its additional sensors. User navigation and searches are therefore

optimized: the device can detect classic user errors and guide the

rescuer accordingly.

Advanced profile

This user profile allows access to a wide range

of device settings and functions (analog mode, vital data, tone

support < 3 meters, etc.), which allows it to be configured to users’

individual needs and preferences.

Easy operation thanks to a fully graphic display and clear user navi-

gation with acoustic support. The reverse direction function prevents

180° search errors while a “mark” function makes it easy to record

found buried subjects.

Location is extremely fast and accurate thanks to a 360° display and

three antennas for easy fine searching. Manual scrolling guarantees

an overview of distance, direction and the number of buried subjects

in the relevant list. Fast, accurate marking for multiple buried sub-

jects saves you time.

Speed is the most important survival factor in the event of burial!

Real-time direction display, digital signal processing in the event

of multiple buried subjects, intelligent group test and an addition-

al communication channel (W-Link) for better search results also

increase efficiency.

CARTRIDGE RENTAL SERVICE

Taking an avalanche backpack with you on a flight regularly causes

problems since the pressure cartridge necessary for deployment is

classed as a hazardous item. Mammut is therefore setting up rental

stations for pressure cartridges all over the world. You can now set

off for your mountain vacation without having to worry about trans-

porting your avalanche airbag with a pressure cartridge. Simply leave

your own cartridge at home, take your Mammut or Snowpulse airbag

with you on the plane and rent the necessary cartridge when you get

there.

You can find all the information on the rental service at:

www.mammut.ch/cartridge-rental

An avalanche airbag is part of your avalanche

equipment and should always be used in com-

bination with an avalanche transceiver, a shovel

and a probe. Mammut offers two airbag systems:

the Removable Airbag System R.A.S. and the

new Protection Airbag System.

Airbag systems increase the chance of staying

on the surface of the avalanche and allow faster

location in the event of burial. However, airbags

do not prevent avalanches, so never expose

yourself to high risk, even with an airbag. Burial

by an avalanche is always a life-threatening

situation, regardless of your equipment!

mAmmUT BARRyVOx

®

AVALANCHE TRANSCEIVER

EASy, fAST AND EffECTIVE

However, the most important factor is prevention, and the founda-

tion for this is comprehensive knowledge, proper preparation before

a tour and appropriate conduct in the terrain! Emergency equipment

is essential on tours: an avalanche transceiver, a shovel, a probe and

ideally an avalanche airbag. In addition, use of this equipment in an

emergency situation should be practiced regularly.

To sign up for a training course, go to

www.mammut.ch/safety

Digital signal processing (DSP)

Rapid signal recognition and long digital range with direction and

distance display as well as 457 kHz and W-Link signal pattern

recognition for quick and reliable recording of multiple buried sub-

jects in a list.

Multiple buried subjects

Pattern recognition is used to record buried subjects in a list and re-

cord them as found by means of a marking function. This means that

multiple buried subjects can be located without having to use special

search methods.

Analog mode

Analog mode is for resolving challenging search problems using

micro search strips, the 3-circle method and circular fine search-

ing. The width of the search strip can be increased to 80 m in

analog mode and the receiver sensitivity can be adjusted manually.

Earphones can be particularly useful for analog searching.

Rescue-SEND

This mode is used by all rescuers who are involved in a rescue but

not personally carrying out a transceiver search. In this mode, the

457 kHz signal is temporarily switched off to avoid interfering with

the search. In the event of burial by a secondary avalanche, the

motion sensor detects what are now only very slight movements

by the rescuer and automatically switches the transmitter back on

after four minutes, allowing the buried rescuer to be located using a

transceiver.

Vital data

A highly sensitive motion sensor measures even the most subtle

motions of the body (e.g. those caused by heart and lung activity).

Each movement is interpreted as a sign of life and displayed, by

means of W-Link, as an "increased chance of survival" message in

the form of a heart icon in the list of buried subjects on the searching

device.

Energy source

The devices in the Barryvox

®

family can be operated using different

battery types (alkaline / lithium). In comparison with alkaline batteries,

lithium batteries offer longer operating times in low temperatures and

do not cause any damage due to leakage.

• ELEMENT Barryvox

®

: alkaline

• PULSE Barryvox

®

: alkaline / lithium

SAfETy TRAINING

fUNCTION

PROTECTION AIRBAG SySTEm

COmPONENTS

Avalanche airbag testing video

www.mammut.ch/airbag_testing

Audio-supported fine searching in a cross (bracketing) is simplified

by using arrows. These clearly show on the display the direction

to walk in, based on the distance and signal information in relation

to the avalanche transceiver. The device helps users by means of

information regarding when to change search direction and the

optimum transition from fine searching in a cross (bracketing) to

probing (pinpointing).

The starting point for guided fine searching dynamically adapts to

the depth of the avalanche and the device guides the user based

on the remaining distance to the buried subject using one or more

processes of fine searching in a cross (bracketing).

LIGHTwEIGHT

CARBON CARTRIDGE

OVERVIEw AND
COmPARISON

The Removable Airbag System R.A.S. and the new Protection Air-

bag System are based on the same inflation process: the deploy-

ment mechanism is activated by pulling the deployment handle.

The mechanism opens the pressure cartridge and the released gas

flows into the airbag via a venturi valve; ambient air is also fed into

the airbag. The gas in the cartridge and the ambient air inflates the

150-liter airbag in approx. three seconds (depending on temperature

and altitude).

Our new carbon cartridge for avalanche airbags is really light!

When filled it weighs about 50 % less (approx. 310 g) than our

other cartridges (steel/aluminum). The cartridge is fully compatible

with all Mammut and Snowpulse avalanche airbags with Inflation

System 2.0.

Simple and safe

Thanks to simple physical principles

and intuitive operation the system is safe.

Lightweight

In the development of airbag systems special attention was paid to

lightweight construction and spacial requirements. This allowed the

weight and pack volume to be greatly reduced.

Head-on-top

“Head-on-top” technology ensures

that in most cases the wearer comes

to rest in a sitting position with their

back facing down the slope and their

head on the surface of the snow. This

is the ideal position since it means that

the respiratory tracts are not covered

by snow: this reduces the risk of suf-

focation. This is possible thanks to the

shape and positioning of the airbag:

its main buoyancy volume is located

around and above the wearer's head.

Protection from injury

Around 20 % of avalanche deaths

(depending on country and year) are

due to trauma (i.e. mechanical injuries)

incurred during the avalanche, particu-

larly in areas below the tree line. These

injuries are often in the head, neck and

chest area. These very sensitive areas

are protected by the special shape of

the Protection airbag.

Removable

Like the Removable Airbag System

R.A.S., the Protection Airbag System

is removable and compatible with

various backpack models. The airbag

system only takes a few minutes to in-

stall and remove, and both processes

are simple and safe to carry out. The

same system can therefore be used for

different backpacks and the backpack

itself can be used for other activities

even without an airbag system.

Protection

Airbag

Removable

Airbag

Trauma protection

Head-on-top

Increased chance of survival

Quick location

Removable

NEW

Transferable

NEW

Simple and safe

Lightweight

approx. 870 g

approx. 850 g

Compatible with Protection

Airbag System
Compatible with Removable

Airbag System R.A.S.
Compatible with Snowpulse

avalanche airbags with Inflation

System 2.0 (from Winter 11/12)

Approx. filled weight

310 g

500 g

630 g

Approx. unfilled weight

235 g

425 g

555 g

Material

Carbon fiber

Steel

Aluminum

Filling

Nitrogen

Nitrogen

Compressed

air

Operating pressure

300 bar

300 bar

207 bar

Sold in

EU

EU

US / CA (EU)

Can be refilled by user

Airbag deployed

(example shows Protection Airbag)

Airbag stowed

(example shows Protection Airbag)

Deployment mechanism

Deployment cable

Pressure cartridge

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PULSE Barryvox

®

ELEMENT Barryvox

®

Device options

Number of antennas

3

3

LCD display

Fully graphic

Segment

Operating concept

Two buttons

One button

User navigation

8 languages

Symbols

Range

60 m digital

95 m analog

60 m

Search strip width

50 m

50 m

Self test
Group test
Multiple buried subjects
Frequency check
Marking function
Reverse direction function
Automatic switching from search to send
Acoustic guidance
Digital mode
Intelligent Search
Analog mode
Profile selection
Scrolling in the list of buried subjects
Vital data
Configurable
Headphone socket
Backlight
Rescue-SEND

W-Link options

Software updates
Configuration changes
Fleet management
Individual start image

Additional test options

Functional test

Recommended for

• Intensive users

• Ambitious beginners

• Tour leaders

• Professional users

• Organizations

• Occasional users

• Beginners

• Group members

mAmmUT AVALANCHE AIRBAG

mORE SAfETy IN THE mOUNTAINS

EffECT AND OPERATION
Of AN AVALANCHE AIRBAG

The effect of an avalanche airbag is based on the physical principle

of “inverse segregation”. This sorting effect means that in an equally

moving mass of particles, the smaller particles gravitate to the bot-

tom while the larger ones rise to the surface. The avalanche airbag

increases the wearer's volume, significantly boosting this effect. This

makes it possible to keep the wearer's body on the surface of the

snow and helps to prevent complete burial.

COmPARISON
Of DEVICES

PULSE AND ELEmENT
BARRyVOx

®

INTELLIGENT SEARCH

USER PROfILE

PULSE AND ELEmENT BARRyVOx

®

ELEMENT Barryvox

®

The device has an intuitive user profile

that is very easy to use thanks to clear instructions and one-button

operation.

PULSE Barryvox

®

Tailored profiles (Basic/Advanced) can be

selected to suit users' needs and abilities. This allows the device to

be adapted to different users and applications. For example, users

can start with the simple Basic profile and then, after a little practice,

move onto the Advanced profile, which offers more options and

functions.

Basic profile

The user navigation of the Basic profile for the

PULSE Barryvox

®

is the same as for the ELEMENT Barryvox

®

. How-

ever, users also have all the benefits of the PULSE Barryvox

®

and

its additional sensors. User navigation and searches are therefore

optimized: the device can detect classic user errors and guide the

rescuer accordingly.

Advanced profile

This user profile allows access to a wide range

of device settings and functions (analog mode, vital data, tone

support < 3 meters, etc.), which allows it to be configured to users’

individual needs and preferences.

Easy operation thanks to a fully graphic display and clear user navi-

gation with acoustic support. The reverse direction function prevents

180° search errors while a “mark” function makes it easy to record

found buried subjects.

Location is extremely fast and accurate thanks to a 360° display and

three antennas for easy fine searching. Manual scrolling guarantees

an overview of distance, direction and the number of buried subjects

in the relevant list. Fast, accurate marking for multiple buried sub-

jects saves you time.

Speed is the most important survival factor in the event of burial!

Real-time direction display, digital signal processing in the event

of multiple buried subjects, intelligent group test and an addition-

al communication channel (W-Link) for better search results also

increase efficiency.

CARTRIDGE RENTAL SERVICE

Taking an avalanche backpack with you on a flight regularly causes

problems since the pressure cartridge necessary for deployment is

classed as a hazardous item. Mammut is therefore setting up rental

stations for pressure cartridges all over the world. You can now set

off for your mountain vacation without having to worry about trans-

porting your avalanche airbag with a pressure cartridge. Simply leave

your own cartridge at home, take your Mammut or Snowpulse airbag

with you on the plane and rent the necessary cartridge when you get

there.

You can find all the information on the rental service at:

www.mammut.ch/cartridge-rental

An avalanche airbag is part of your avalanche

equipment and should always be used in com-

bination with an avalanche transceiver, a shovel

and a probe. Mammut offers two airbag systems:

the Removable Airbag System R.A.S. and the

new Protection Airbag System.

Airbag systems increase the chance of staying

on the surface of the avalanche and allow faster

location in the event of burial. However, airbags

do not prevent avalanches, so never expose

yourself to high risk, even with an airbag. Burial

by an avalanche is always a life-threatening

situation, regardless of your equipment!

mAmmUT BARRyVOx

®

AVALANCHE TRANSCEIVER

EASy, fAST AND EffECTIVE

However, the most important factor is prevention, and the founda-

tion for this is comprehensive knowledge, proper preparation before

a tour and appropriate conduct in the terrain! Emergency equipment

is essential on tours: an avalanche transceiver, a shovel, a probe and

ideally an avalanche airbag. In addition, use of this equipment in an

emergency situation should be practiced regularly.

To sign up for a training course, go to

www.mammut.ch/safety

Digital signal processing (DSP)

Rapid signal recognition and long digital range with direction and

distance display as well as 457 kHz and W-Link signal pattern

recognition for quick and reliable recording of multiple buried sub-

jects in a list.

Multiple buried subjects

Pattern recognition is used to record buried subjects in a list and re-

cord them as found by means of a marking function. This means that

multiple buried subjects can be located without having to use special

search methods.

Analog mode

Analog mode is for resolving challenging search problems using

micro search strips, the 3-circle method and circular fine search-

ing. The width of the search strip can be increased to 80 m in

analog mode and the receiver sensitivity can be adjusted manually.

Earphones can be particularly useful for analog searching.

Rescue-SEND

This mode is used by all rescuers who are involved in a rescue but

not personally carrying out a transceiver search. In this mode, the

457 kHz signal is temporarily switched off to avoid interfering with

the search. In the event of burial by a secondary avalanche, the

motion sensor detects what are now only very slight movements

by the rescuer and automatically switches the transmitter back on

after four minutes, allowing the buried rescuer to be located using a

transceiver.

Vital data

A highly sensitive motion sensor measures even the most subtle

motions of the body (e.g. those caused by heart and lung activity).

Each movement is interpreted as a sign of life and displayed, by

means of W-Link, as an "increased chance of survival" message in

the form of a heart icon in the list of buried subjects on the searching

device.

Energy source

The devices in the Barryvox

®

family can be operated using different

battery types (alkaline / lithium). In comparison with alkaline batteries,

lithium batteries offer longer operating times in low temperatures and

do not cause any damage due to leakage.

• ELEMENT Barryvox

®

: alkaline

• PULSE Barryvox

®

: alkaline / lithium

SAfETy TRAINING

fUNCTION

PROTECTION AIRBAG SySTEm

COmPONENTS

Avalanche airbag testing video

www.mammut.ch/airbag_testing

Audio-supported fine searching in a cross (bracketing) is simplified

by using arrows. These clearly show on the display the direction

to walk in, based on the distance and signal information in relation

to the avalanche transceiver. The device helps users by means of

information regarding when to change search direction and the

optimum transition from fine searching in a cross (bracketing) to

probing (pinpointing).

The starting point for guided fine searching dynamically adapts to

the depth of the avalanche and the device guides the user based

on the remaining distance to the buried subject using one or more

processes of fine searching in a cross (bracketing).

LIGHTwEIGHT

CARBON CARTRIDGE

OVERVIEw AND
COmPARISON

The Removable Airbag System R.A.S. and the new Protection Air-

bag System are based on the same inflation process: the deploy-

ment mechanism is activated by pulling the deployment handle.

The mechanism opens the pressure cartridge and the released gas

flows into the airbag via a venturi valve; ambient air is also fed into

the airbag. The gas in the cartridge and the ambient air inflates the

150-liter airbag in approx. three seconds (depending on temperature

and altitude).

Our new carbon cartridge for avalanche airbags is really light!

When filled it weighs about 50 % less (approx. 310 g) than our

other cartridges (steel/aluminum). The cartridge is fully compatible

with all Mammut and Snowpulse avalanche airbags with Inflation

System 2.0.

Simple and safe

Thanks to simple physical principles

and intuitive operation the system is safe.

Lightweight

In the development of airbag systems special attention was paid to

lightweight construction and spacial requirements. This allowed the

weight and pack volume to be greatly reduced.

Head-on-top

“Head-on-top” technology ensures

that in most cases the wearer comes

to rest in a sitting position with their

back facing down the slope and their

head on the surface of the snow. This

is the ideal position since it means that

the respiratory tracts are not covered

by snow: this reduces the risk of suf-

focation. This is possible thanks to the

shape and positioning of the airbag:

its main buoyancy volume is located

around and above the wearer's head.

Protection from injury

Around 20 % of avalanche deaths

(depending on country and year) are

due to trauma (i.e. mechanical injuries)

incurred during the avalanche, particu-

larly in areas below the tree line. These

injuries are often in the head, neck and

chest area. These very sensitive areas

are protected by the special shape of

the Protection airbag.

Removable

Like the Removable Airbag System

R.A.S., the Protection Airbag System

is removable and compatible with

various backpack models. The airbag

system only takes a few minutes to in-

stall and remove, and both processes

are simple and safe to carry out. The

same system can therefore be used for

different backpacks and the backpack

itself can be used for other activities

even without an airbag system.

Protection

Airbag

Removable

Airbag

Trauma protection

Head-on-top

Increased chance of survival

Quick location

Removable

NEW

Transferable

NEW

Simple and safe

Lightweight

approx. 870 g

approx. 850 g

Compatible with Protection

Airbag System
Compatible with Removable

Airbag System R.A.S.
Compatible with Snowpulse

avalanche airbags with Inflation

System 2.0 (from Winter 11/12)

Approx. filled weight

310 g

500 g

630 g

Approx. unfilled weight

235 g

425 g

555 g

Material

Carbon fiber

Steel

Aluminum

Filling

Nitrogen

Nitrogen

Compressed

air

Operating pressure

300 bar

300 bar

207 bar

Sold in

EU

EU

US / CA (EU)

Can be refilled by user

Airbag deployed

(example shows Protection Airbag)

Airbag stowed

(example shows Protection Airbag)

Deployment mechanism

Deployment cable

Pressure cartridge

Deployment handle (stowable)

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PULSE Barryvox

®

ELEMENT Barryvox

®

Device options

Number of antennas

3

3

LCD display

Fully graphic

Segment

Operating concept

Two buttons

One button

User navigation

8 languages

Symbols

Range

60 m digital

95 m analog

60 m

Search strip width

50 m

50 m

Self test
Group test
Multiple buried subjects
Frequency check
Marking function
Reverse direction function
Automatic switching from search to send
Acoustic guidance
Digital mode
Intelligent Search
Analog mode
Profile selection
Scrolling in the list of buried subjects
Vital data
Configurable
Headphone socket
Backlight
Rescue-SEND

W-Link options

Software updates
Configuration changes
Fleet management
Individual start image

Additional test options

Functional test

Recommended for

• Intensive users

• Ambitious beginners

• Tour leaders

• Professional users

• Organizations

• Occasional users

• Beginners

• Group members

mAmmUT AVALANCHE AIRBAG

mORE SAfETy IN THE mOUNTAINS

EffECT AND OPERATION
Of AN AVALANCHE AIRBAG

The effect of an avalanche airbag is based on the physical principle

of “inverse segregation”. This sorting effect means that in an equally

moving mass of particles, the smaller particles gravitate to the bot-

tom while the larger ones rise to the surface. The avalanche airbag

increases the wearer's volume, significantly boosting this effect. This

makes it possible to keep the wearer's body on the surface of the

snow and helps to prevent complete burial.

COmPARISON
Of DEVICES

PULSE AND ELEmENT
BARRyVOx

®

INTELLIGENT SEARCH

USER PROfILE

PULSE AND ELEmENT BARRyVOx

®

ELEMENT Barryvox

®

The device has an intuitive user profile

that is very easy to use thanks to clear instructions and one-button

operation.

PULSE Barryvox

®

Tailored profiles (Basic/Advanced) can be

selected to suit users' needs and abilities. This allows the device to

be adapted to different users and applications. For example, users

can start with the simple Basic profile and then, after a little practice,

move onto the Advanced profile, which offers more options and

functions.

Basic profile

The user navigation of the Basic profile for the

PULSE Barryvox

®

is the same as for the ELEMENT Barryvox

®

. How-

ever, users also have all the benefits of the PULSE Barryvox

®

and

its additional sensors. User navigation and searches are therefore

optimized: the device can detect classic user errors and guide the

rescuer accordingly.

Advanced profile

This user profile allows access to a wide range

of device settings and functions (analog mode, vital data, tone

support < 3 meters, etc.), which allows it to be configured to users’

individual needs and preferences.

Easy operation thanks to a fully graphic display and clear user navi-

gation with acoustic support. The reverse direction function prevents

180° search errors while a “mark” function makes it easy to record

found buried subjects.

Location is extremely fast and accurate thanks to a 360° display and

three antennas for easy fine searching. Manual scrolling guarantees

an overview of distance, direction and the number of buried subjects

in the relevant list. Fast, accurate marking for multiple buried sub-

jects saves you time.

Speed is the most important survival factor in the event of burial!

Real-time direction display, digital signal processing in the event

of multiple buried subjects, intelligent group test and an addition-

al communication channel (W-Link) for better search results also

increase efficiency.

CARTRIDGE RENTAL SERVICE

Taking an avalanche backpack with you on a flight regularly causes

problems since the pressure cartridge necessary for deployment is

classed as a hazardous item. Mammut is therefore setting up rental

stations for pressure cartridges all over the world. You can now set

off for your mountain vacation without having to worry about trans-

porting your avalanche airbag with a pressure cartridge. Simply leave

your own cartridge at home, take your Mammut or Snowpulse airbag

with you on the plane and rent the necessary cartridge when you get

there.

You can find all the information on the rental service at:

www.mammut.ch/cartridge-rental

An avalanche airbag is part of your avalanche

equipment and should always be used in com-

bination with an avalanche transceiver, a shovel

and a probe. Mammut offers two airbag systems:

the Removable Airbag System R.A.S. and the

new Protection Airbag System.

Airbag systems increase the chance of staying

on the surface of the avalanche and allow faster

location in the event of burial. However, airbags

do not prevent avalanches, so never expose

yourself to high risk, even with an airbag. Burial

by an avalanche is always a life-threatening

situation, regardless of your equipment!

mAmmUT BARRyVOx

®

AVALANCHE TRANSCEIVER

EASy, fAST AND EffECTIVE

However, the most important factor is prevention, and the founda-

tion for this is comprehensive knowledge, proper preparation before

a tour and appropriate conduct in the terrain! Emergency equipment

is essential on tours: an avalanche transceiver, a shovel, a probe and

ideally an avalanche airbag. In addition, use of this equipment in an

emergency situation should be practiced regularly.

To sign up for a training course, go to

www.mammut.ch/safety

Digital signal processing (DSP)

Rapid signal recognition and long digital range with direction and

distance display as well as 457 kHz and W-Link signal pattern

recognition for quick and reliable recording of multiple buried sub-

jects in a list.

Multiple buried subjects

Pattern recognition is used to record buried subjects in a list and re-

cord them as found by means of a marking function. This means that

multiple buried subjects can be located without having to use special

search methods.

Analog mode

Analog mode is for resolving challenging search problems using

micro search strips, the 3-circle method and circular fine search-

ing. The width of the search strip can be increased to 80 m in

analog mode and the receiver sensitivity can be adjusted manually.

Earphones can be particularly useful for analog searching.

Rescue-SEND

This mode is used by all rescuers who are involved in a rescue but

not personally carrying out a transceiver search. In this mode, the

457 kHz signal is temporarily switched off to avoid interfering with

the search. In the event of burial by a secondary avalanche, the

motion sensor detects what are now only very slight movements

by the rescuer and automatically switches the transmitter back on

after four minutes, allowing the buried rescuer to be located using a

transceiver.

Vital data

A highly sensitive motion sensor measures even the most subtle

motions of the body (e.g. those caused by heart and lung activity).

Each movement is interpreted as a sign of life and displayed, by

means of W-Link, as an "increased chance of survival" message in

the form of a heart icon in the list of buried subjects on the searching

device.

Energy source

The devices in the Barryvox

®

family can be operated using different

battery types (alkaline / lithium). In comparison with alkaline batteries,

lithium batteries offer longer operating times in low temperatures and

do not cause any damage due to leakage.

• ELEMENT Barryvox

®

: alkaline

• PULSE Barryvox

®

: alkaline / lithium

SAfETy TRAINING

fUNCTION

PROTECTION AIRBAG SySTEm

COmPONENTS

Avalanche airbag testing video

www.mammut.ch/airbag_testing

Audio-supported fine searching in a cross (bracketing) is simplified

by using arrows. These clearly show on the display the direction

to walk in, based on the distance and signal information in relation

to the avalanche transceiver. The device helps users by means of

information regarding when to change search direction and the

optimum transition from fine searching in a cross (bracketing) to

probing (pinpointing).

The starting point for guided fine searching dynamically adapts to

the depth of the avalanche and the device guides the user based

on the remaining distance to the buried subject using one or more

processes of fine searching in a cross (bracketing).

LIGHTwEIGHT

CARBON CARTRIDGE

OVERVIEw AND
COmPARISON

The Removable Airbag System R.A.S. and the new Protection Air-

bag System are based on the same inflation process: the deploy-

ment mechanism is activated by pulling the deployment handle.

The mechanism opens the pressure cartridge and the released gas

flows into the airbag via a venturi valve; ambient air is also fed into

the airbag. The gas in the cartridge and the ambient air inflates the

150-liter airbag in approx. three seconds (depending on temperature

and altitude).

Our new carbon cartridge for avalanche airbags is really light!

When filled it weighs about 50 % less (approx. 310 g) than our

other cartridges (steel/aluminum). The cartridge is fully compatible

with all Mammut and Snowpulse avalanche airbags with Inflation

System 2.0.

Simple and safe

Thanks to simple physical principles

and intuitive operation the system is safe.

Lightweight

In the development of airbag systems special attention was paid to

lightweight construction and spacial requirements. This allowed the

weight and pack volume to be greatly reduced.

Head-on-top

“Head-on-top” technology ensures

that in most cases the wearer comes

to rest in a sitting position with their

back facing down the slope and their

head on the surface of the snow. This

is the ideal position since it means that

the respiratory tracts are not covered

by snow: this reduces the risk of suf-

focation. This is possible thanks to the

shape and positioning of the airbag:

its main buoyancy volume is located

around and above the wearer's head.

Protection from injury

Around 20 % of avalanche deaths

(depending on country and year) are

due to trauma (i.e. mechanical injuries)

incurred during the avalanche, particu-

larly in areas below the tree line. These

injuries are often in the head, neck and

chest area. These very sensitive areas

are protected by the special shape of

the Protection airbag.

Removable

Like the Removable Airbag System

R.A.S., the Protection Airbag System

is removable and compatible with

various backpack models. The airbag

system only takes a few minutes to in-

stall and remove, and both processes

are simple and safe to carry out. The

same system can therefore be used for

different backpacks and the backpack

itself can be used for other activities

even without an airbag system.

Protection

Airbag

Removable

Airbag

Trauma protection

Head-on-top

Increased chance of survival

Quick location

Removable

NEW

Transferable

NEW

Simple and safe

Lightweight

approx. 870 g

approx. 850 g

Compatible with Protection

Airbag System
Compatible with Removable

Airbag System R.A.S.
Compatible with Snowpulse

avalanche airbags with Inflation

System 2.0 (from Winter 11/12)

Approx. filled weight

310 g

500 g

630 g

Approx. unfilled weight

235 g

425 g

555 g

Material

Carbon fiber

Steel

Aluminum

Filling

Nitrogen

Nitrogen

Compressed

air

Operating pressure

300 bar

300 bar

207 bar

Sold in

EU

EU

US / CA (EU)

Can be refilled by user

Airbag deployed

(example shows Protection Airbag)

Airbag stowed

(example shows Protection Airbag)

Deployment mechanism

Deployment cable

Pressure cartridge

Deployment handle (stowable)

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PULSE Barryvox

®

ELEMENT Barryvox

®

Device options

Number of antennas

3

3

LCD display

Fully graphic

Segment

Operating concept

Two buttons

One button

User navigation

8 languages

Symbols

Range

60 m digital

95 m analog

60 m

Search strip width

50 m

50 m

Self test
Group test
Multiple buried subjects
Frequency check
Marking function
Reverse direction function
Automatic switching from search to send
Acoustic guidance
Digital mode
Intelligent Search
Analog mode
Profile selection
Scrolling in the list of buried subjects
Vital data
Configurable
Headphone socket
Backlight
Rescue-SEND

W-Link options

Software updates
Configuration changes
Fleet management
Individual start image

Additional test options

Functional test

Recommended for

• Intensive users

• Ambitious beginners

• Tour leaders

• Professional users

• Organizations

• Occasional users

• Beginners

• Group members

mAmmUT AVALANCHE AIRBAG

mORE SAfETy IN THE mOUNTAINS

EffECT AND OPERATION
Of AN AVALANCHE AIRBAG

The effect of an avalanche airbag is based on the physical principle

of “inverse segregation”. This sorting effect means that in an equally

moving mass of particles, the smaller particles gravitate to the bot-

tom while the larger ones rise to the surface. The avalanche airbag

increases the wearer's volume, significantly boosting this effect. This

makes it possible to keep the wearer's body on the surface of the

snow and helps to prevent complete burial.

COmPARISON
Of DEVICES

PULSE AND ELEmENT
BARRyVOx

®

INTELLIGENT SEARCH

USER PROfILE

PULSE AND ELEmENT BARRyVOx

®

ELEMENT Barryvox

®

The device has an intuitive user profile

that is very easy to use thanks to clear instructions and one-button

operation.

PULSE Barryvox

®

Tailored profiles (Basic/Advanced) can be

selected to suit users' needs and abilities. This allows the device to

be adapted to different users and applications. For example, users

can start with the simple Basic profile and then, after a little practice,

move onto the Advanced profile, which offers more options and

functions.

Basic profile

The user navigation of the Basic profile for the

PULSE Barryvox

®

is the same as for the ELEMENT Barryvox

®

. How-

ever, users also have all the benefits of the PULSE Barryvox

®

and

its additional sensors. User navigation and searches are therefore

optimized: the device can detect classic user errors and guide the

rescuer accordingly.

Advanced profile

This user profile allows access to a wide range

of device settings and functions (analog mode, vital data, tone

support < 3 meters, etc.), which allows it to be configured to users’

individual needs and preferences.

Easy operation thanks to a fully graphic display and clear user navi-

gation with acoustic support. The reverse direction function prevents

180° search errors while a “mark” function makes it easy to record

found buried subjects.

Location is extremely fast and accurate thanks to a 360° display and

three antennas for easy fine searching. Manual scrolling guarantees

an overview of distance, direction and the number of buried subjects

in the relevant list. Fast, accurate marking for multiple buried sub-

jects saves you time.

Speed is the most important survival factor in the event of burial!

Real-time direction display, digital signal processing in the event

of multiple buried subjects, intelligent group test and an addition-

al communication channel (W-Link) for better search results also

increase efficiency.

CARTRIDGE RENTAL SERVICE

Taking an avalanche backpack with you on a flight regularly causes

problems since the pressure cartridge necessary for deployment is

classed as a hazardous item. Mammut is therefore setting up rental

stations for pressure cartridges all over the world. You can now set

off for your mountain vacation without having to worry about trans-

porting your avalanche airbag with a pressure cartridge. Simply leave

your own cartridge at home, take your Mammut or Snowpulse airbag

with you on the plane and rent the necessary cartridge when you get

there.

You can find all the information on the rental service at:

www.mammut.ch/cartridge-rental

An avalanche airbag is part of your avalanche

equipment and should always be used in com-

bination with an avalanche transceiver, a shovel

and a probe. Mammut offers two airbag systems:

the Removable Airbag System R.A.S. and the

new Protection Airbag System.

Airbag systems increase the chance of staying

on the surface of the avalanche and allow faster

location in the event of burial. However, airbags

do not prevent avalanches, so never expose

yourself to high risk, even with an airbag. Burial

by an avalanche is always a life-threatening

situation, regardless of your equipment!

mAmmUT BARRyVOx

®

AVALANCHE TRANSCEIVER

EASy, fAST AND EffECTIVE

However, the most important factor is prevention, and the founda-

tion for this is comprehensive knowledge, proper preparation before

a tour and appropriate conduct in the terrain! Emergency equipment

is essential on tours: an avalanche transceiver, a shovel, a probe and

ideally an avalanche airbag. In addition, use of this equipment in an

emergency situation should be practiced regularly.

To sign up for a training course, go to

www.mammut.ch/safety

Digital signal processing (DSP)

Rapid signal recognition and long digital range with direction and

distance display as well as 457 kHz and W-Link signal pattern

recognition for quick and reliable recording of multiple buried sub-

jects in a list.

Multiple buried subjects

Pattern recognition is used to record buried subjects in a list and re-

cord them as found by means of a marking function. This means that

multiple buried subjects can be located without having to use special

search methods.

Analog mode

Analog mode is for resolving challenging search problems using

micro search strips, the 3-circle method and circular fine search-

ing. The width of the search strip can be increased to 80 m in

analog mode and the receiver sensitivity can be adjusted manually.

Earphones can be particularly useful for analog searching.

Rescue-SEND

This mode is used by all rescuers who are involved in a rescue but

not personally carrying out a transceiver search. In this mode, the

457 kHz signal is temporarily switched off to avoid interfering with

the search. In the event of burial by a secondary avalanche, the

motion sensor detects what are now only very slight movements

by the rescuer and automatically switches the transmitter back on

after four minutes, allowing the buried rescuer to be located using a

transceiver.

Vital data

A highly sensitive motion sensor measures even the most subtle

motions of the body (e.g. those caused by heart and lung activity).

Each movement is interpreted as a sign of life and displayed, by

means of W-Link, as an "increased chance of survival" message in

the form of a heart icon in the list of buried subjects on the searching

device.

Energy source

The devices in the Barryvox

®

family can be operated using different

battery types (alkaline / lithium). In comparison with alkaline batteries,

lithium batteries offer longer operating times in low temperatures and

do not cause any damage due to leakage.

• ELEMENT Barryvox

®

: alkaline

• PULSE Barryvox

®

: alkaline / lithium

SAfETy TRAINING

fUNCTION

PROTECTION AIRBAG SySTEm

COmPONENTS

Avalanche airbag testing video

www.mammut.ch/airbag_testing

Audio-supported fine searching in a cross (bracketing) is simplified

by using arrows. These clearly show on the display the direction

to walk in, based on the distance and signal information in relation

to the avalanche transceiver. The device helps users by means of

information regarding when to change search direction and the

optimum transition from fine searching in a cross (bracketing) to

probing (pinpointing).

The starting point for guided fine searching dynamically adapts to

the depth of the avalanche and the device guides the user based

on the remaining distance to the buried subject using one or more

processes of fine searching in a cross (bracketing).

LIGHTwEIGHT

CARBON CARTRIDGE

OVERVIEw AND
COmPARISON

The Removable Airbag System R.A.S. and the new Protection Air-

bag System are based on the same inflation process: the deploy-

ment mechanism is activated by pulling the deployment handle.

The mechanism opens the pressure cartridge and the released gas

flows into the airbag via a venturi valve; ambient air is also fed into

the airbag. The gas in the cartridge and the ambient air inflates the

150-liter airbag in approx. three seconds (depending on temperature

and altitude).

Our new carbon cartridge for avalanche airbags is really light!

When filled it weighs about 50 % less (approx. 310 g) than our

other cartridges (steel/aluminum). The cartridge is fully compatible

with all Mammut and Snowpulse avalanche airbags with Inflation

System 2.0.

Simple and safe

Thanks to simple physical principles

and intuitive operation the system is safe.

Lightweight

In the development of airbag systems special attention was paid to

lightweight construction and spacial requirements. This allowed the

weight and pack volume to be greatly reduced.

Head-on-top

“Head-on-top” technology ensures

that in most cases the wearer comes

to rest in a sitting position with their

back facing down the slope and their

head on the surface of the snow. This

is the ideal position since it means that

the respiratory tracts are not covered

by snow: this reduces the risk of suf-

focation. This is possible thanks to the

shape and positioning of the airbag:

its main buoyancy volume is located

around and above the wearer's head.

Protection from injury

Around 20 % of avalanche deaths

(depending on country and year) are

due to trauma (i.e. mechanical injuries)

incurred during the avalanche, particu-

larly in areas below the tree line. These

injuries are often in the head, neck and

chest area. These very sensitive areas

are protected by the special shape of

the Protection airbag.

Removable

Like the Removable Airbag System

R.A.S., the Protection Airbag System

is removable and compatible with

various backpack models. The airbag

system only takes a few minutes to in-

stall and remove, and both processes

are simple and safe to carry out. The

same system can therefore be used for

different backpacks and the backpack

itself can be used for other activities

even without an airbag system.

Protection

Airbag

Removable

Airbag

Trauma protection

Head-on-top

Increased chance of survival

Quick location

Removable

NEW

Transferable

NEW

Simple and safe

Lightweight

approx. 870 g

approx. 850 g

Compatible with Protection

Airbag System
Compatible with Removable

Airbag System R.A.S.
Compatible with Snowpulse

avalanche airbags with Inflation

System 2.0 (from Winter 11/12)

Approx. filled weight

310 g

500 g

630 g

Approx. unfilled weight

235 g

425 g

555 g

Material

Carbon fiber

Steel

Aluminum

Filling

Nitrogen

Nitrogen

Compressed

air

Operating pressure

300 bar

300 bar

207 bar

Sold in

EU

EU

US / CA (EU)

Can be refilled by user

Airbag deployed

(example shows Protection Airbag)

Airbag stowed

(example shows Protection Airbag)

Deployment mechanism

Deployment cable

Pressure cartridge

Deployment handle (stowable)

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PULSE Barryvox

®

ELEMENT Barryvox

®

Device options

Number of antennas

3

3

LCD display

Fully graphic

Segment

Operating concept

Two buttons

One button

User navigation

8 languages

Symbols

Range

60 m digital

95 m analog

60 m

Search strip width

50 m

50 m

Self test
Group test
Multiple buried subjects
Frequency check
Marking function
Reverse direction function
Automatic switching from search to send
Acoustic guidance
Digital mode
Intelligent Search
Analog mode
Profile selection
Scrolling in the list of buried subjects
Vital data
Configurable
Headphone socket
Backlight
Rescue-SEND

W-Link options

Software updates
Configuration changes
Fleet management
Individual start image

Additional test options

Functional test

Recommended for

• Intensive users

• Ambitious beginners

• Tour leaders

• Professional users

• Organizations

• Occasional users

• Beginners

• Group members

mAmmUT AVALANCHE AIRBAG

mORE SAfETy IN THE mOUNTAINS

EffECT AND OPERATION
Of AN AVALANCHE AIRBAG

The effect of an avalanche airbag is based on the physical principle

of “inverse segregation”. This sorting effect means that in an equally

moving mass of particles, the smaller particles gravitate to the bot-

tom while the larger ones rise to the surface. The avalanche airbag

increases the wearer's volume, significantly boosting this effect. This

makes it possible to keep the wearer's body on the surface of the

snow and helps to prevent complete burial.

COmPARISON
Of DEVICES

PULSE AND ELEmENT
BARRyVOx

®

INTELLIGENT SEARCH

USER PROfILE

PULSE AND ELEmENT BARRyVOx

®

ELEMENT Barryvox

®

The device has an intuitive user profile

that is very easy to use thanks to clear instructions and one-button

operation.

PULSE Barryvox

®

Tailored profiles (Basic/Advanced) can be

selected to suit users' needs and abilities. This allows the device to

be adapted to different users and applications. For example, users

can start with the simple Basic profile and then, after a little practice,

move onto the Advanced profile, which offers more options and

functions.

Basic profile

The user navigation of the Basic profile for the

PULSE Barryvox

®

is the same as for the ELEMENT Barryvox

®

. How-

ever, users also have all the benefits of the PULSE Barryvox

®

and

its additional sensors. User navigation and searches are therefore

optimized: the device can detect classic user errors and guide the

rescuer accordingly.

Advanced profile

This user profile allows access to a wide range

of device settings and functions (analog mode, vital data, tone

support < 3 meters, etc.), which allows it to be configured to users’

individual needs and preferences.

Easy operation thanks to a fully graphic display and clear user navi-

gation with acoustic support. The reverse direction function prevents

180° search errors while a “mark” function makes it easy to record

found buried subjects.

Location is extremely fast and accurate thanks to a 360° display and

three antennas for easy fine searching. Manual scrolling guarantees

an overview of distance, direction and the number of buried subjects

in the relevant list. Fast, accurate marking for multiple buried sub-

jects saves you time.

Speed is the most important survival factor in the event of burial!

Real-time direction display, digital signal processing in the event

of multiple buried subjects, intelligent group test and an addition-

al communication channel (W-Link) for better search results also

increase efficiency.

CARTRIDGE RENTAL SERVICE

Taking an avalanche backpack with you on a flight regularly causes

problems since the pressure cartridge necessary for deployment is

classed as a hazardous item. Mammut is therefore setting up rental

stations for pressure cartridges all over the world. You can now set

off for your mountain vacation without having to worry about trans-

porting your avalanche airbag with a pressure cartridge. Simply leave

your own cartridge at home, take your Mammut or Snowpulse airbag

with you on the plane and rent the necessary cartridge when you get

there.

You can find all the information on the rental service at:

www.mammut.ch/cartridge-rental

An avalanche airbag is part of your avalanche

equipment and should always be used in com-

bination with an avalanche transceiver, a shovel

and a probe. Mammut offers two airbag systems:

the Removable Airbag System R.A.S. and the

new Protection Airbag System.

Airbag systems increase the chance of staying

on the surface of the avalanche and allow faster

location in the event of burial. However, airbags

do not prevent avalanches, so never expose

yourself to high risk, even with an airbag. Burial

by an avalanche is always a life-threatening

situation, regardless of your equipment!

mAmmUT BARRyVOx

®

AVALANCHE TRANSCEIVER

EASy, fAST AND EffECTIVE

However, the most important factor is prevention, and the founda-

tion for this is comprehensive knowledge, proper preparation before

a tour and appropriate conduct in the terrain! Emergency equipment

is essential on tours: an avalanche transceiver, a shovel, a probe and

ideally an avalanche airbag. In addition, use of this equipment in an

emergency situation should be practiced regularly.

To sign up for a training course, go to

www.mammut.ch/safety

Digital signal processing (DSP)

Rapid signal recognition and long digital range with direction and

distance display as well as 457 kHz and W-Link signal pattern

recognition for quick and reliable recording of multiple buried sub-

jects in a list.

Multiple buried subjects

Pattern recognition is used to record buried subjects in a list and re-

cord them as found by means of a marking function. This means that

multiple buried subjects can be located without having to use special

search methods.

Analog mode

Analog mode is for resolving challenging search problems using

micro search strips, the 3-circle method and circular fine search-

ing. The width of the search strip can be increased to 80 m in

analog mode and the receiver sensitivity can be adjusted manually.

Earphones can be particularly useful for analog searching.

Rescue-SEND

This mode is used by all rescuers who are involved in a rescue but

not personally carrying out a transceiver search. In this mode, the

457 kHz signal is temporarily switched off to avoid interfering with

the search. In the event of burial by a secondary avalanche, the

motion sensor detects what are now only very slight movements

by the rescuer and automatically switches the transmitter back on

after four minutes, allowing the buried rescuer to be located using a

transceiver.

Vital data

A highly sensitive motion sensor measures even the most subtle

motions of the body (e.g. those caused by heart and lung activity).

Each movement is interpreted as a sign of life and displayed, by

means of W-Link, as an "increased chance of survival" message in

the form of a heart icon in the list of buried subjects on the searching

device.

Energy source

The devices in the Barryvox

®

family can be operated using different

battery types (alkaline / lithium). In comparison with alkaline batteries,

lithium batteries offer longer operating times in low temperatures and

do not cause any damage due to leakage.

• ELEMENT Barryvox

®

: alkaline

• PULSE Barryvox

®

: alkaline / lithium

SAfETy TRAINING

fUNCTION

PROTECTION AIRBAG SySTEm

COmPONENTS

Avalanche airbag testing video

www.mammut.ch/airbag_testing

Audio-supported fine searching in a cross (bracketing) is simplified

by using arrows. These clearly show on the display the direction

to walk in, based on the distance and signal information in relation

to the avalanche transceiver. The device helps users by means of

information regarding when to change search direction and the

optimum transition from fine searching in a cross (bracketing) to

probing (pinpointing).

The starting point for guided fine searching dynamically adapts to

the depth of the avalanche and the device guides the user based

on the remaining distance to the buried subject using one or more

processes of fine searching in a cross (bracketing).

LIGHTwEIGHT

CARBON CARTRIDGE

OVERVIEw AND
COmPARISON

The Removable Airbag System R.A.S. and the new Protection Air-

bag System are based on the same inflation process: the deploy-

ment mechanism is activated by pulling the deployment handle.

The mechanism opens the pressure cartridge and the released gas

flows into the airbag via a venturi valve; ambient air is also fed into

the airbag. The gas in the cartridge and the ambient air inflates the

150-liter airbag in approx. three seconds (depending on temperature

and altitude).

Our new carbon cartridge for avalanche airbags is really light!

When filled it weighs about 50 % less (approx. 310 g) than our

other cartridges (steel/aluminum). The cartridge is fully compatible

with all Mammut and Snowpulse avalanche airbags with Inflation

System 2.0.

Simple and safe

Thanks to simple physical principles

and intuitive operation the system is safe.

Lightweight

In the development of airbag systems special attention was paid to

lightweight construction and spacial requirements. This allowed the

weight and pack volume to be greatly reduced.

Head-on-top

“Head-on-top” technology ensures

that in most cases the wearer comes

to rest in a sitting position with their

back facing down the slope and their

head on the surface of the snow. This

is the ideal position since it means that

the respiratory tracts are not covered

by snow: this reduces the risk of suf-

focation. This is possible thanks to the

shape and positioning of the airbag:

its main buoyancy volume is located

around and above the wearer's head.

Protection from injury

Around 20 % of avalanche deaths

(depending on country and year) are

due to trauma (i.e. mechanical injuries)

incurred during the avalanche, particu-

larly in areas below the tree line. These

injuries are often in the head, neck and

chest area. These very sensitive areas

are protected by the special shape of

the Protection airbag.

Removable

Like the Removable Airbag System

R.A.S., the Protection Airbag System

is removable and compatible with

various backpack models. The airbag

system only takes a few minutes to in-

stall and remove, and both processes

are simple and safe to carry out. The

same system can therefore be used for

different backpacks and the backpack

itself can be used for other activities

even without an airbag system.

Protection

Airbag

Removable

Airbag

Trauma protection

Head-on-top

Increased chance of survival

Quick location

Removable

NEW

Transferable

NEW

Simple and safe

Lightweight

approx. 870 g

approx. 850 g

Compatible with Protection

Airbag System
Compatible with Removable

Airbag System R.A.S.
Compatible with Snowpulse

avalanche airbags with Inflation

System 2.0 (from Winter 11/12)

Approx. filled weight

310 g

500 g

630 g

Approx. unfilled weight

235 g

425 g

555 g

Material

Carbon fiber

Steel

Aluminum

Filling

Nitrogen

Nitrogen

Compressed

air

Operating pressure

300 bar

300 bar

207 bar

Sold in

EU

EU

US / CA (EU)

Can be refilled by user

Airbag deployed

(example shows Protection Airbag)

Airbag stowed

(example shows Protection Airbag)

Deployment mechanism

Deployment cable

Pressure cartridge

Deployment handle (stowable)

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