1. Table of contents Operating elements ........................3 General information ........................4 Startup ................. Fehler! Textmarke nicht definiert. Switching-on/and –off the SensBox ................... 5 Firmware update .......................... 5 Selection and settings of display mode ..................6 Summary of operation levels ...................... 8 Description of single modes ......................
Quick start guide SensBox 2. Operating elements On-/Off switch Status display Menu display Measured data Control keys Access for Micro USB, jack and SD card The present quick start guide is based on Firmware version 1.00.06. All technical data are subject to modifications. Please watch out on our website for new firmware...
The charging process will be automatically stopped upon fully charged battery and will last several hours according to battery status. Due to the fact that it is a standardized USB interface, the SensBox can also be charged at other USB charge ports.
SD card. 6. Firmware update In general the SensBox is provided with the current firmware. However, because time and again improvements, or the removal of bugs require an adaptation of the firmware, it is recommended to watch for the currently valid firmware.
The basic setting of the altimeter is adjusted in the factory to the 1013 hPa standard. If display of the current altitude value for the respective location is required, the SensBox must be adjusted to the actual atmospheric pressure, such as any other barometric altimeter.
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For access into the Set Mode the key must be pressed for at least 3 sec. Then the SensBox is shifted to Set Mode, the altitude display is flashing. By use of the arrow keys „up“ or „down“ the altitude display can now be adjusted to the correct value –...
Quick start guide SensBox 8. Summary of operation levels Units ↑↓ Function Set Special Arrow keys 99999 m, ft, FL Altitude Alti, +/-99.9 m/s, ft/min*100 Filtering Vario 1099.9 hPa, inHg Offset Pressure Compass or 359° N Only ° Compass or...
7.2 Variometer The Vario display is presented exclusively in digital form. In addition the SensBox is equipped with an acoustical Vario for rise and sink rates. The volume can be modified in Acoustic mode. For this reason the SensBox is also ideally suited as Back-Up Vario for paraglider and hang-glider pilots.
The current air pressure QNH can be displayed in hPa as well as in inHg. The necessary adaptation is performed as described under point 7. ‹ Air pressure display 28,03 inHg 7.4 Magnetic compass Display is executed digitally in degrees. ‹ The SensBox points in longitudinal axis to 178°...
Quick start guide SensBox 7.5 GPS – Speed over Ground. Through the GPS module Speed over Ground is displayed in case of active satellite reception. Display can be made in km/h – mph – kt – m/s. Selection is performed by use of the arrow keys.
Quick start guide SensBox 7.7 Time of day At this item is displayed the UTC time which is synchronized via satellite. The adaptation to local time in steps of ½ h is possible in Setmode. ‹ Time display 7:23:01 7.8 Recording memory At this item is displayed the storage space of the inserted SD card in percent.
7.9 G-Display This item displays the maximum acceleration up or down to which the SensBox was exposed during a flight or trip. As from firmware FS 01.08 the display will shift in Compass mode to ACC = acceleration by pressing the arrow key.
100% The acoustic mode has even more filter settings in the extended Setmode. However, these settings should be entered by PC in the SensBox Tool Programme. 10. Data transfer via Bluetooth 4.0 LE The SensBox is fitted with the newBluetooth - Mode 4.0 LE (Low Energy).
Quick start guide SensBox As soon as an iPhone with this app is recognized by the SensBox, all flight-related sensor data are transmitted live to the iPhone. In addition to a map presenting all Restricted Areas are also illustrated besides Vario, altitude, GPS-speed other extensive navigation aid information.
Quick start guide SensBox 12. Technical data Altimeter: resolution 1m - up to 11000 m / ft Digital Vario: +/- 99,9 m/s Acoustical Vario: variable volume Air pressure: up to 1099,9 hPa ( inHg ) Speed (GPS): 1 up to 1800,0 km/h, ( mph, kt, m/s ),...
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Quick start guide SensBox Screenshot of SensBoxConfig tool, menu Acoustic with diverse settings. Screenshot of a very simple igc for kml converter programme: www.maddyhome.com It is only required to select the igc or gpx file and to click the button „Generate KML“...
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