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Pieps DSP Avalanche Transceiver
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Pieps DSP Avalanche Transceiver

Item # 763559

$450.00

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With new, powerful 5.0 software and improved functionality, the Pieps DSP avalanche transceiver improves search speed, effectiveness and precision.

  • Three antenna system pinpoints the location of burials within a 50m range regardless of antenna orientation and burial depth
  • Digital Signal Processing (DSP) technology displays transmitting units as stick figures on an easy-to-view LCD screen
  • When signals are detected, the approximate distance and direction to the burials are displayed—simply follow the arrows to reach a burial
  • During multiple burial scenarios, the DSP separates the multiple signals and clearly displays the number of buried victims
  • Upon locating the position of the first victim, the searcher can mark and mask the found signal and immediately begin searching for other burials
  • Smart Transmitter works while buried by receiving signals of other burials, synchronizing them, and then transmitting a signal without any overlap
  • Eliminating signal overlap allows the searcher to quickly interpret the audible and visual information with increased accuracy and less confusion
  • Pieps DSP can measure frequency deviation of all transceivers, a great pre-ski tour test to conduct
  • Transceivers that deviate significantly from standard 457 kHz frequency can be difficult to locate because the signal is not detected at full strength
  • Knowing the level of deviation present in a transceiver allows a party to thoroughly assess transceiver operation prior to heading out
  • Improved scan function quickly narrows the field into three distinct search ranges and returns an overview of all buried devices within each range
  • Updated buttons are now easier to use than previous versions while wearing gloves
  • Adjustable, nylon harness with pouch keeps the unit secure and accessible
  • Compatible with all beacons operating on the 457 kHz frequency
  • Operates on three AAA batteries, included

Own an older version of the Pieps DSP? Upgrade your software at a certified Pieps service center. Visit www.pieps.com for information.

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Item 763559

Pieps DSP Avalanche Transceiver Specs

Specification

Description

Weight196 grams
Dimensions4.56 x 2.95 x 1.06 inches
RangeUp to 60 meters
TypeDigital
Average transmit time200 hours
Average receive time25 hours

Pieps DSP Avalanche Transceiver Customer Reviews

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Pieps DSP Avalanche Transceiver
 
4.0

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Feb

3

2008

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Great transceiver, some limitations...

By Martinn

from Ogden, Utah

Site Member

Comments about Pieps DSP Avalanche Transceiver:

I would recommend this transceiver to anyone, for it's great search capability (that is the ultimate measure of a transceiver's worth, after all). But note that the harness, although comfortable when placed correctly, is confusing and awkward to put on. Putting it on does not automatically turn the unit on, nor does it have a belt-loop (as the manual says). The pouch does not allow one to see any of the controls; the transceiver must be taken out of the pouch to use any of the controls. And don't believe anything you've read about the buttons being able to be pressed while wearing gloves. Lastly, Pieps downplays the fact that there are two models of the transceiver, the basic DSP that REI sells, and one with the "Option-Pack" that has a thermometer, barometer and compass. The confusion starts because the basic model has all the same buttons and display icons as the advanced model. The advanced model is roughly [$] more, and is intended for "professionals."

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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Sep

12

2007

(4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Powerful and Upgradeable

By fusionboy

from Seattle, WA

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Pros

  • Lightweight
  • Versatile
  • Weather Resistant

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Extreme Conditions

    Comments about Pieps DSP Avalanche Transceiver:

    This was one of the first upgradeable beacons. It is still one of the best. Powerful, user friendly, it's a great choice for the first time BC skier or the Avalanche pro.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    Sep

    16

    2007

    (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    A very sensitive transciever

    By CKL

    from NM

    Site Member

    Comments about Pieps DSP Avalanche Transceiver:

    After doing some research, I went with this transceiver mostly because, for a digital transceiver, it had more sensitive reception and a larger search range than almost any model at the time. The multiple burial location feature was a plus, too, though I'll hopefully never use it.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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    Jan

    12

    2009

    (1 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

     
    3.0

    Poorly designed switching mechanism

    By darwin

    from Whitehorse, Yukon

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          Comments about Pieps DSP Avalanche Transceiver:

          I bought a Pieps DSP, and on the first day that I used it (training with it, not in the back country fortunately)the locking slider mechanism broke. This is manufactured from quite shody plastic. If this had happened in the field I would not have been able to switch from transmit to search, with potentially disatorous results.

          Also, the unit is difficult to remove from the mesh holster as it fits too tightly.

          When every second counts in locating your partner, these defects could prove to be very serious.

          Otherwise this seems to be a good product, it is suprising that these two faults were not better designed. I would opt for the Barryvox, or Backcountry Access beacons instead (I went back to my old M2)

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          Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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