The Ortovox Patroller Avalanche Transceivers is one of the most reliable easy-to-learn, easy-to-use beacons on the market today. The patroller features three digital antennas, a display screen showing distance from the buried transceiver, and arrows pointing in the direction the transmission is coming from.  When not in search mode, the Patroller shows battery life, so you'll always know when you'll need to change batteries.  Add a great value for a great package and you'll see why the Patroller avalanche transceiver has been such a proven platform for Ortovox.