Flytec Element Alto User Manual

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Manual for

Element Alto

version 1.0.00

Last modified 7/17/2017

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Table of Contents

Foreword 0

Part I Introduction

................................................................................................................................... 21 In the Box

Part II General

................................................................................................................................... 41 Getting started

.......................................................................................................................................................... 4Keypad functions

.......................................................................................................................................................... 5Switching Element Alto on and off

.......................................................................................................................................................... 5Batteries

.......................................................................................................................................................... 6Setting a language

................................................................................................................................... 62 Technical notes

.......................................................................................................................................................... 6Batteries

.......................................................................................................................................................... 6Maintenance

.......................................................................................................................................................... 7Reboot

.......................................................................................................................................................... 7If exposed to water

.......................................................................................................................................................... 7Warranty

.......................................................................................................................................................... 7Technical support

Part III Flight preparation

................................................................................................................................... 91 Mounting

.......................................................................................................................................................... 10Cockpit mount

.......................................................................................................................................................... 11Harness mount

.......................................................................................................................................................... 12Leg mount

.......................................................................................................................................................... 13Hang glider mount

................................................................................................................................... 132 Altimeters and altitude adjustment

.......................................................................................................................................................... 13Altimeters

.......................................................................................................................................................... 14Absolute altitude

.......................................................................................................................................................... 15Alternative altitude display

.......................................................................................................................................................... 16Relative altitude

Part IV Flight mode

................................................................................................................................... 181 Overview

................................................................................................................................... 192 List of indicators

................................................................................................................................... 193 Audio volume

................................................................................................................................... 204 Summary page upon landing

Part V Flight analysis

Part VI Configuration

................................................................................................................................... 251 General settings

.......................................................................................................................................................... 25Time zone (UTC)

.......................................................................................................................................................... 25Language

.......................................................................................................................................................... 25Pilot information

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................................................................................................................................... 262 Vario profiles

................................................................................................................................... 293 Audio settings

IIContents

.......................................................................................................................................................... 25Units of measurement

.......................................................................................................................................................... 25Key tone

.......................................................................................................................................................... 25Display contrast

.......................................................................................................................................................... 25Battery type

.......................................................................................................................................................... 25Further customisation

.......................................................................................................................................................... 26Profile types

.......................................................................................................................................................... 26Profile customisation

.......................................................................................................................................................... 28Profile reset

.......................................................................................................................................................... 29Vario integration

.......................................................................................................................................................... 29Audio Frequency

.......................................................................................................................................................... 29Audio mode

Part VII Menu tree

Part VIII Technical specification

Part IX Troubleshooting

Part X Notice of non-liability

Part XI Limited Warranty

Index 40

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Part

1 Introduction

Introduction 2

Element Alto version 1.0.00

Company Flytec the result on this challenge. Mainly Element Alto is helping para-glider and hang glider pilots navigate

during leisure, cross country and competition flights. Element Alto is robust and reliable vario. For this reason it has a big screen, excellent vario and a great

battery autonomy, which offers more than 30 hours of flying. You can literally take your Element Alto out of the box and just use it!

Naviter is a Slovenian based company. Our focus is on highly featured and "easy to use" software and hardware which is suitable for beginners, recreational and pro soaring pilots. What we are interested in are the needs of paraglider, hang glider and sailplane pilots worldwide.

Naviter d.o.o. Planina 3 4000 Kranj Slovenia email: support@naviter.com web: http://www.naviter.com/

1.1 In the Box

The Element Alto is delivered with pre-installed Element Alto software. Your Element Alto was delivered in a package with the following items:

by Naviter

is dedicated to solve soaring pilot's problems and Element Alto is surely one of

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2. Protective case

3. Getting started manual

Part

2 General

Keyboard functions.

Text entry.

2.1 Getting started

This topic wants to cover some of the basic things you need to know about how to use your Element Alto. If this is the first time you are using Element Alto please take a few moments to read about the basics about how to use Element Alto:

General 4

Keypad functions

Switching Element Alto on and off Batteries

Setting a language

2.1.1 Keypad functions

The following two diagrams show the functions of the keypad. The second diagram for text entry is needed for example when entering the pilot's name.

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Switching on

1. Press and hold the on/off key.

2. Confirm On? with OK.

3. Cancel with ? .

Switching off

1. Press and hold the on/off key.

2. Confirm Off? with OK.

3. Cancel with ? .

Press and hold to switch on or off.

2.1.2 Switching Element Alto on and off

2.1.3 Batteries

The Element Alto comes with two standard AA batteries, which are inserted on the back of the instrument. The instrument warns you, when the charge level drops below 30 %. See the Technical

notes for information on re-chargeable batteries.

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Battery compartment.

2.1.4 Setting a language

1. Press and hold MENU .

2. Use the arrow keys to find Settings.

3. Use the arrow keys to find Language.

4. Select your preferred language by pressing OK.

2.2 Technical notes

Taking care of your Element Alto.

2.2.1 Batteries

Your Element Alto comes with two AA alkaline batteries. Battery life in normal use should last around 250 hours. If you store your Element Alto for long periods of time, remove the batteries to prevent corrosion.

If you choose to power your Element Alto with NiMH rechargeable batteries, it is important to configure the power supply setting on the device.

1. Press and hold MENU, then use the arrow keys to scroll to Settings.

2. Press OK.

3. Use the arrows to select Battery type and press OK.

4. Select NiMH 2.1Ah using the arrow keys. Press OK.

5. Press to return to the Main Setup Menu. Note: We do not recommend using NiCad rechargeable batteries in the Element.

2.2.2 Maintenance

The Element Alto is a sensitive instrument–handle it gently. Always store it in its cloth bag when not in use, and only wipe it clean with a soft, damp cloth. Never expose the Element Alto to extreme temperatures, water, or mechanical force.

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2.2.3 Reboot

In the event your Element Alto locks up, you may perform a hard reboot by removing the batteries for 5 minutes before replacing them and restarting the device.

2.2.4 If exposed to water

The Element Alto is not water resistant! Exposure to water or any other liquid will cause serious damage. In case your Element gets wet, remove the batteries immediately to prevent more damage. If your Element Alto was exposed to salt water, rinse it in warm, clean, fresh water. Dry your Element Alto thoroughly and return it to your vendor or directly to Naviter for servicing.

2.2.5 Warranty

Naviter provides a 2-year warranty on your Element Alto, and we encourage you to contact us via our website any time for support. After your warranty has expired we will still repair your Element Alto at a reasonable charge.

For more details see also:

Limited Warranty

2.2.6 Technical support

Direct all inquiries to your vendor, or directly to Naviter via our website www.naviter.com or via e-mail on support@naviter.com.

If you need access to your serial number (S/N) or software version follow these steps:

1. Press and hold MENU.

2. Use the arrow keys to scroll to Device, press OK.

3. Use the arrow keys to scroll to About, press OK.

Part

III

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3 Flight preparation

Mounting : See how to mount your Element Alto in various ways

Vario profiles : Element Alto offers 5 profiles for weak, regular, and strong thermals, for ridge/

coastal soaring, and for balloon flights.

Altimeters and altitude adjustment : Altimeters and their adjustments before your take-off

3.1 Mounting

Four different types of mounting your Element Alto:

Cockpit mount Harness mount Leg mount Hang glider mount

3.1.1 Cockpit mount

Cockpit mount.

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Harness mount.

3.1.2 Harness mount

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