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Updating the Ortovox S1/S1+ Avalanche Transceiver

The Ortovox S1 was released in 2007 and discontinued in 2011.

The Ortovox S1+ was released in 2011 and discontinued in 2019.

Barryvox S Package

The Ortovox S1 and S1+ can be updated using an infrared interface. Note that the S1 and the S1+ have difference hardware, so it isn't possible to update your S1 to an S1+. (Learn about updating other transceivers.)

The ability to update your beacon is important, because it allows you to get enhancements and new features without purchasing a new avalanche transceiver. To determine which version of the software you have, click on the wrench icon and then the "i" icon.

Ortovox charges $25 to update transceivers. Contact Ortovox USA or find a dealer on the Ortovox website for details.

S1+ Updates

The Ortovox S1+ was recalled in 2015. Make sure you send in your S1+ for repairs! Read the details.

Version

Enhancements

2.0.4083
12/2015

This is the most recent version as of December 2015. I don't know what changed...

2.0.3848
10/2013

(Still the current update as of Fall 2015.)

You can display the S1+ version number by choosing the "i" icon.

Includes a RECCO reflector inside
Louder and more intuitive search sound
Earlier fine search: Sound at 3.0m and display at 2.5m
Sound indications (On, battery level, error during self test, error during partner check, Send, Search, flagging successful, flagging not possible)
No more "locking of personalization"

S1 Updates

Version	Enhancements
1.2.3488 10/2011	It's a little confusing that the 10/2009 and 10/2011 S1 updates both display the version number as 2.1 when you turn on the device. However, if you choose the "i" icon, this version will display as 1.2.3488. You now cancel a previously suppressed (i.e., marked) transmitter during a multiple burial by pressing and holding the OK button for two seconds. Previous versions would cancel the suppressed transmitters with a quick press of the OK button. This change prevents you from accidentally canceling the previously suppressed transmitters. You can activate a new "deep burial" function by pressing the OK button when you are between 3 and 7 meters from the transmitter. This causes the S1 to display the " circular illustration" sooner. You can now personalize the start-up screen with your name, address, phone number, etc. That's handy in case you lose your transceiver (the Barryvox S and Pulse also allow the startup screen to be personalized).
1.2.3237 10/2009	It's a little confusing that the 10/2009 and 10/2011 S1 updates both display the version number as 2.1 when you turn on the device. However, if you choose the "i" icon, this version will display as 1.2.3237. Faster display indication of the buried victims after switching to LOCATION by reducing the message "STOP-hand" Protection of the "MENU button" against unintentional operation (press and hold the MENU button for more than 2 seconds to call up the "MENU" function). Optimized sensitivity for the indication "transmitter is located in front / in the rear" (180°-indication) New hold function (inclination measurement) Further enhancement of accuracy Precise localization even of old and defective transmitters with frequency deviations of more than +-80 Hz Optimization and refinement of self test (transmitter, receiver, magnet sensors and battery capacity)
2.0 09/2008	Improved self-test Improved 4+ (multi-burial) function Automatic deep burial detection UP-BOX New user interface Further enhanced MENU New direction indication Enhanced liability and stability Resistance interference against electronic sources (radio, cell phones, cable railways, etc)
1.0 08/2007	New case New switch ON/ OFF New 4+ function New update capability New MENU New direction indication Enhanced liability and stability Compass calibration Improved resistance against electrical and atmospheric interference Receiver parameters (detection of transmitters with a period as short as 500ms and as long as 1350ms)