4.4 BAROMETRIC TREND INDICATOR
Located on the top left corner of the LCD display resides the Barometric Trend Indicator. This feature is always
displayed in all main modes providing the user a continual quick reference to analyze upcoming weather
conditions.
The Barometric trend is comprised of two lines forming an arrow. Each line represents a 3-hour period. The
right line represents the last 3 hours. The left line represents 3 hours prior to the last 3 hours. The line can
indicate 9 different patterns in the barometric trend.
Situation 6-3 hours ago
Dropped heavy (>2 mbars/3hours)
Dropped heavy (>2 mbars/3hours)
Dropped heavy (>2 mbars/3hours)
Remained stable
Remained stable
Remained stable
Risen heavy (>2 mbars/3hours)
Risen heavy (>2 mbars/3hours)
Risen heavy (>2 mbars/3hours)
Note: If the user remains at the same elevation, the barometric trend indicator can work as a weather forecasting
tool.
CHAPTER 5 COMPASS MODE (VECTOR AND X-LANDER)
Note: This function applies to the Vector and X-Lander.
The compass mode provides the user with:
•
a cardinal or half cardinal point abbreviation;
Situation last 3 hours
Dropping heavy (>2 mbars/3hours)
Remaining stable
Rising heavy (>2 mbars/3hours)
Dropping heavy (>2 mbars/3hours)
Remaining stable
Rising heavy (>2 mbars/3hours)
Rising heavy (>2 mbars/3hours)
Remaining stable
Dropping heavy (>2 mbars/3hours)
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