Solar Argos/GPS 22g PTT

Solar Argos/GPS 22g PTTFeatures

  • Solar-powered, rechargeable battery
  • Microprocessor-controlled power management
  • Internal multi-channel micro-power GPS receiver
  • SBAS capable (WAAS, EGNOS, and QZSS)
  • GPS horizontal accuracy ±18 m
  • GPS vertical accuracy ±22 m
  • Programmable with up to 5 duty cycle seasons
  • SiV™ Technology
  • Embedded CRC checksum with bit error detection
  • Optional 2D Firmware
  • Optional Seasonal GT™ and Mortality GT™
  • Operating lifetime up to 3 years

Dimensions* Length: 2.54 in (6.45 cm)  x  Width: 0.92 in (2.34 cm)  x  Height: 0.67 in (1.70 cm)
Antenna: 7.00 in (17.78 cm) protruding from the back edge of the transmitter 35 degrees to the bottom face
Sensors GPS coordinates (latitude, longitude, altitude, course, and speed), temperature, battery voltage, activity
Construction The housing is constructed from a lightweight glass-reinforced epoxy composite material with a contiguous interior metal-plated coating. The unit is hermetically sealed with a metal-to-metal solder joint providing stability during changes in temperature and humidity.
Attachment options Backpack (with standard neoprene cushioning pad), leg band**
Color options Standard or Matte Finish: classic, dark brown, medium brown, gray, white, black
Matte Finish Only: desert sand, brown sand, black sand
Example species Greater Sage-Grouse, Black Kite, Saker Falcon, Whooping Crane
* Harnessing loops and neoprene pad not included in these dimensions.
** Customer must supply leg band at least 4 weeks prior to scheduled delivery. Be advised that the combined weight of the PTT and leg band will exceed 22 grams.


The Solar Argos/GPS 22g PTT is an adaptable, lightweight model, especially useful for species that can greatly vary in size or that may be on the weight threshold of using our popular Solar Argos/GPS 30g PTT model.