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3. Function
3.2.3
DOWN-mode
The DOWN-mode is used when the landing location is lower than the aircraft take-off location. The display shows the
using this mode, switch the device on at the aircraft take-off location.
For the correct functioning of the m
locations. The numeric value of how much lower the skydiver will land compared to aircraft take-off must be entered. In this case, the altitude
lock depends on the landing location, i.e. as per version 450 m (1,475 ft) or 900 m (2,950 feet), minus the specified altitude difference. In such
a case, the m
device requires for the aircraft to immediately ascend up to at least 40 m (130 ft) above the take-off location in order to allow
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correct start detection, and to remain above this altitude for at least 90 seconds After 90 seconds, it is possible to descend even lower than
the take-off altitude; nevertheless, you must not descend under the preset landing location altitude plus 40 m (130 ft). Upon landing with the
preset altitude, the device automatically switches off. If you do not reach the preset altitude, switch the device off manually. Switch on the
device prior to the next jump. You will be provided with failure-free calibration and functioning of the m
+40 m / + 130 ft
Ground
zero
, it is necessary to preset the elevation difference between the altitude of the take-off and landing
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90 seconds
Restricted area
device.
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+450 m / + 1,475 ft
(+900 m/ +2,950 ft for Tandem)
+40 m / + 130 ft
icon. When
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