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Ortovox M2 Avalanche Beacon

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I have an M1 that I purchased in 2000. I've never had any...

By Ranked #479 - Avalanche Safety December 13, 2008

I have an M1 that I purchased in 2000. I've never had any problems with it. Is there any reason not to continue using it? I know technology has improved but I assume this is still compatible, am I correct?

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By Ranked #4 - Avalanche Safety December 13, 2008

Compatible = yesBeacons not are mostly all digital and can have many more antennas which increase accuracy and streamline rescue. Take a look at the pieps DSP, or BCA tracker 2

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Tech Specs:

Range:
80m search range 
Digital:
Hybrid 
Analog:
Hybrid 
Battery type:
AA batteries 
Battery life:
300 hours on 2 AA batteries 
Recommended use:
Avalanche safety 
Weight:
230g w/ batteries 
Warranty:
5 Year 
Country of Origin:
Germany 
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