Avalanche transceiver ARVA Evo BT - 3-antenna Bluetooth search beacon

ARVA Evo BT is a three-antenna avalanche transceiver with Bluetooth connectivity designed for backcountry safety and mountain rescue operations. It combines multi-antenna digital reception with a clear user interface to perform transmitting and receiving functions for rapid victim location. The device supports simultaneous search and transmit modes, offers selectable search patterns and training features, and is intended as a companion tool for skiers, snowboarders and ski tourers who need reliable, quick-to-use location equipment.

Advantages

The three-antenna design improves signal orientation and reduces the need for manual antenna switching, providing more accurate directional guidance during a search. Bluetooth connectivity enables straightforward pairing with compatible training apps for simulation and data review. Controls and display are arranged for intuitive use under cold and stressful conditions, and the transceiver supports both single- and multiple-burial search strategies to adapt to different scenarios.

Suitable for

• Backcountry skiing and ski touring
• Snowboarding in ungroomed terrain
• Mountain rescue teams and guides
• Group training and avalanche rescue drills

Key specifications

• Three-antenna digital reception for improved directional accuracy
• Bluetooth connectivity for training app pairing and data transfer
• Combined transmit and receive modes with fast switching
• User-friendly controls suitable for use with gloves
• Visual display and audible guidance for search operations
• Compact and lightweight form factor for carrying on a harness or in a pocket

How to use

Turn the device to transmit mode and place it on your person when travelling in avalanche terrain to ensure continuous beaconing. In the event of an avalanche, switch to search mode and follow the visual and audible indicators to narrow down the victim’s location. Use the multi-antenna guidance to determine direction and distance, and apply standard search procedures for coarse search, fine search and probing. Regularly practice with the training mode and, if available, connect the transceiver via Bluetooth to a compatible app to run simulated scenarios and review performance.

Recommendations

Carry the ARVA Evo BT as part of a complete safety kit including a shovel and probe, maintain the device’s batteries according to manufacturer guidance, and practice search and rescue procedures regularly. When training with others, verify that all transceivers are set to appropriate modes before drills, and follow established avalanche-safety protocols.