Argos TAV Avian Transmitters

Precise Satellite Monitoring Without GPS

Advanced Solution For Global Bird Tracking With Exclusive Argos Technology

Argos TAV avian transmitters are compact, lightweight satellite devices designed for bird tracking without the use of GPS. They operate exclusively through the Argos satellite system, allowing for data collection anywhere in the world, especially efficient in polar regions. With options for backpack and collar formats, and versions with a saltwater switch, these transmitters allow for flexible programming, behavior monitoring, and real-time environmental data collection.

Features

• Global Monitoring With Argos: Transmission via the Argos satellite system without the need for GPS.
• High Accuracy In Polar Regions: Ideal for tracking species in extreme habitats.
• Versions With Saltwater Switch: Collects immersion data and automatically suppresses transmissions underwater.
• Integrated Sensors: Monitor mortality, activity, temperature, and low voltage levels.
• Customizable Programming: Via Telonics Product Programmer (TPP) software.
• Low Power Consumption: Less than 5.3µA when off thanks to the magnetic switch.
• Cycled Transmissions: Allow for extended battery life.
• Simplified Data Processing: Compatible with Telonics Data Converter (TDC) for analysis and visualization in Google Earth.
• Robust Design: Polymer coated or hermetically sealed (TAV-2627 model).
• Refurbishable: Can be restored to original condition by Telonics.

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• Specifications
• In The Box
• Required Items
• Optional Items
• Documents

• Backpack Type Models

  Model	Dimensions L x W x H (in / cm)	Weight (g)	Operating Life 24h/day (days)	Operating Life 4h/day (days)
  TAV-2617	2.5 x 0.8 x 0.4 / 6.4 x 2.1 x 1.0	17	11	66
  TAV-2630	2.5 x 0.9 x 0.7 / 6.3 x 2.3 x 1.8	35	51	289
  TAV-2664	3.0 x 1.3 x 0.6 / 7.6 x 3.3 x 1.5	70	103	586

  Backpack Models With Saltwater Switch

  Model	Dimensions L x W x H (in / cm)	Weight (g)	Operating Life 24h/day (days)	Operating Life 4h/day (days)
  TAV-2618	2.5 x 0.8 x 0.4 / 6.4 x 2.1 x 1.0	18	11	66
  TAV-2631	2.4 x 0.8 x 0.6 / 6.2 x 2.1 x 1.6	36	51	289
  TAV-2665	3.0 x 1.3 x 0.6 / 7.6 x 3.3 x 1.5	71	103	586

• • 1x Argos Avian Transmitter
• • TPP Telonics Product Programmer (to configure the transmitter)
  • TDC Telonics Data Converter (to convert and visualize data)
  • TSC-9A Smart Cable (for physical connection of the transmitter to the software)
• • CN008351-001 Adapter (BNC to clip adapter for alternative connections)
  • TSTR-4 Test Receiver (Test receiver to verify transmissions)
• • Regulation For Shipping Lithium Batteries (49CFR 173.185)
  • Argos User Manuals
  • Argos Publications
  • Argos Animal Tracking Pages