Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Avalanche Beacons; Transmitter-receiver systems; Part 2: Harmonized EN covering essential requirements of article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive
The present document applies to requirements for avalanche beacons. Avalanche beacons are portable radio systems used for locating avalanche victims, for the purpose of direct rescue, i.e. for rescue by comrades not buried by the avalanche. The present document is applicable for avalanche beacons operating at a frequency of 457 kHz. The present document is intended to cover the provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE Directive) [1].