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Variometer GPS Flytec Element for Paragliding

Estimated price for orientation: 649 $

Category: Hang Gliding and Paragliding
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Condition: New: A brand-new, unused, unopened, undamaged item in its original packaging (where packaging is applicable). Packaging should be the same as what is found in a retail store, unless the item is handmade or was packaged by the manufacturer in non-retail packaging, such as an unprinted box or plastic bag. See the seller's listing for full details. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Brand: Flytec
Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Model: Element


Flytec ElementThe Element is perfect blend of functionality, size, weight, ruggedness, battery life ease of use, and user-friendliness.The Flytec Element is the next evolution of the highly popular 6015 with improvements to the display, keypad, USB interface, processing power and memory, as well as overall usability. New features like airspace avoidance and advanced competition navigation are coming soon.  The Element is truly the best all-around instrument for hang gliding and paragliding pilots that want to fly higher, further, safer and faster or simply just want to get more out of their flights.PLEASE NOTE: Available in two colors - Green and Red Accents. Please specify color choice with a Message to Seller after the purchase. If no choice is sent, a RED accent one will be sent. Thank you!
AltimeterAltimeter 1 - MSL up to 40,350 ft (12,300 m)1ft/1m incrementAltimeter 1 - Auto-Set from GPS or manually set based on reference altitudeAltimeter 2 - Absolute or relative (ft or m)Altimeter 3 - Differential or AGL (coming late 2015)Scrolling altitude graphAltimeter 1 can be set to Flight-Level
Variometer
Analog display - ±2000 ft/min. (10 m/s), increments 40 ft/ min (20 cm/sec)Digital display - up to 60,000 ft/min (300 m/sec), increments 10 ft/min.Nascent/near thermal tone - user adjustableScrolling vario graphAverager - users selectable between 1 - 30 secondsGraphic display of average climbDescent tone - user selectable threshold (can be easily disabled)Sink alarm - user selectable threshold (can be easily disabled)Extensive audio control:6 loudness settingsAdjustable vario thresholdAdjustable pitch, pitch modulation, frequency, and frequency modulationAdjustable Smart-Filter technology minimizes false lift indication
Speed
Digital speed display when used with optional HG or PG sensor (mph, km/h or knots)Range 0 – 99 mph (0 - 160 km/h), increments 1 mph, 1 km/h, 1knots Ground speedWind speed with time since last wind calculation displayedStall alarm - User selectable threshold (requires optional sensor)Airspeed correction: ±50%
Recording
3D track log in IGC formatKML format for viewing in Google Earth (coming soon)Automatic detection of flight start and stopAdjustable record interval 1 to 60sExtended internal recording 10,000 hours at 1s50 flight logbook - accessible from instrumentFlight memory data maintained if batteries are depleted or are remove
GPS
Super sensitive surface mounted 48 channel GPSEasy upload of waypoint/route file (coming Feb/March)Position formats: dd.dddddº/ ddºmm.mm' / ddºmm’ss"UTC  format (coming soon)
Navigation
Navigation compassTrackPointer and numerical bearing to next waypointPointer to 2nd waypointAllows skipping waypoints and insertion of new waypoint(s) in flightReturn to last thermal pointer, bearing and distanceWind speed and direction (pointer and numerical heading)Glide Ratio- actual and required to destinationAbove/below glide slope to destination indicationOne–button display of current positionQuick mark of current position as waypointAdd, edit, delete waypoint from instrument
Competition
Competition route navigation with waypoint cylindersAcoustic and visual waypoint achieved notificationStart time with multiple start gatesRequired ground speed for optimal startIndication of in/out of correct position relative to start cylinder boundaryAdvanced competition optimized route navigation (coming ~July/August)
Airspace support Indication of horizontal and vertical distance and direction to airspace boundary (Coming ~ May/June)Warning before entering restricted airspace (Coming ~ May/June)Navigation aid for quick exit of restricted airspace (Coming ~ May/June) Time/TempReal-time clockTime set from GPS with UTC offsetTemperature -4ºF to 140ºF (-20ºC to +60º) ConnectivityMicro USB portMass storage device -no drivers required to connect to external deviceCross platform, connect to OSX, Windows, Linux, Android, etc.File based data exchange for flights, waypoints, airspace, firmware updates Physical PropertiesCompact, light, rugged, ergonomic and aerodynamic housingAvailable in black/red or black/greenEasy to read ultra-high contrast hybrid segment and graphic display5 full-time digital displays, graphic instantaneous and average vario display, scrolling vario/altitude graph, graphic compass, instrument status display (GPS, battery, sink alarm, loudness)All numerical values can be independently set in imperial or metricIntuitive, tactile, glove-friendly 7-button keypadSize: 5-3/8" x 2-7/8" x 13/16" (138 x 74 x 23 mm)Weight: 6.3 oz.(178 g) including batteries without bracket/attachmentOptional brackets, legstrap, protective cover/harness pouches available for HG and PGSuperb RF shielding Power SupplyBattery life over 30 hours on 2 AA (included) or 10 years in standby modeBatteries are user replaceableContinual display of battery status in run mode and in start-up sequenceIntelligent automatic switch-off Warranty and Approvals2 Year WarrantyCE and FCC Approved