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Ascent | Compeo | Competino | IQ One | IQ One+ | Sonic | Archimede | Archimede Plus | Cartesio Plus | Cartesio Pro BT | Leonardo Pro | Leonardo Pro BT

  Ascent Vario $299
 

Introducing the new Ascent wrist mounted vario specifically designed for paragliding and hang gliding. The Ascent vario brings you everything you need in an affordable package and it is small enough to be worn like a watch. 

Light weight: If you love a good hike, but hate carrying extra gear, you will love the compact and light weight Ascent vario.

Intuitive: An intuitive user interface so you spend less time reading the manual and more time flying.

Easy to use: The large numbers are easy to read. You can change the volume and view advance features while flying without letting go of the controls.

Free Shipping in the USA on orders over $100.

Ascent Vario
Qty: Price: $299.00

  Brauniger Compeo Vario $1449                                                                                                                                      Return to top
  The Compeo is the new high-end Brauniger Vario combined with an integrated GPS receiver. This is the unit of choice for xc and ambitious pilots. 15.2 ounces (425 grams). Free Shipping in the USA on orders over $100.

- Total integrated flight instrument with 16 channel
- GPS receiver and integrated patch antenna.
- Robust ABS housing, aerodynamic with soft edges.
- Integrated NiMh batteries, providing more than 25 hours of usage with GPS receiver clocked with a 1 second update rate. Longer update rates will increase usable operating time. Batteries are quick charge types without memory effect. They can be charged from a wide range AC power outlet or directly from the car or directly by different solar panels.
- The large display (60mm x 80mm) is a high contrast LCD graphic type with a resolution of 320 x 240 pixel = 1/4 VGA
- The display offers different analogue and digital readings. The pilot may adjust the displayed data to his own preferences. For each of the 6 user fields, the pilot may choose of a list of different items. These include
- Wind speed
- Wind direction
- Time
- Flight time
- Speed over ground
- Different speed between TAS and groundspeed
- Height over destination
- Distance to destination
- Bearing
- Track
- Direction to best climbing
- Temperature
- A2 (QFE)
- A3 (cumulated altitude)
- HPa/in Hg
- L/D Ratio (through air, over ground, to waypoint)
- Voltage (all time controlled, voltage and remaining battery time is displayed)
- The keypad helps navigating through an easy menu structure. 2 soft keys are event driven. During flight, the most important settings are performed directly, without navigating through different menus.
- The audio is adjustable over a wide range. If desired, volume can be automatically controlled by speed.
- Up to 200 waypoints can be defined.
- Up to 20 routes, each with 30 waypoints can be stored.
- Automatic pilot notification, when an FAI cylinder is passed.
- Automatic navigation to the last best lift
- Automatic logger start and stop
- Up to 96 hours of FAI/IGC logger memory
- Two different speed sensors may be connected: pressure based speed sensor (pitot tube integrated) to satisfy the requirements of fast hang gliders or speed probe (wheel-type) for paragliders.
- TEC
- All user settings can be performed using the keypad.
- Increased McCready and glide path features
- Last but not least, the IQ COMPEO offers a perfect "simulation mode” where all features can be tested and simulated. This function allows to become very easy familiar with the instrument.
The integrated flight calculator allows a guided flight to all memorized waypoints, showing the expected height over target.  

Brauniger Compeo Vario
Qty: Price: $1449.00

  Brauniger Competino Vario $1099                                                                                                                                             Return to top
  The Competino is a totally new design especially for paragliding. With many of the same features of the Compeo plus some revolutionary new additional features. 9.6 ounces. (270 grams) Free Shipping in the USA on orders over $100.

- Total integrated flight instrument with 16 channel GPS receiver and integrated patch antenna
- Robust ABS housing, aerodynamic with soft edges
- High precision pressure sensor for a very sensitive variometer
- High resolution graphic LC-display 160 x 240 = 38.400 pixel with automatic and manual contrast adjustment, important for map function
- Two separate battery units each with 2 Mignon (= AA) cells (Alkali or NiMH) providing 2 x 20 hours of usage. Automatic battery switch over always allows a complete use of the battery capacity - never again half empty batteries!
- Automatic or manual Start / Stop of flight recording
- Variable record interval 1... 30 sec allows recording up to 120 hours
- Permanent display of GPS and battery status
- Input for speed sensor
- User selectable fields for:
Alt 1 Height above msl
Alt 2 Difference altitude
Alt 3 Cumulated altitude
- Air pressure QNH in hPa
- Temperature °C or °F
- Time and flight time
- Wind direction and strength
- Distance and direction to a waypoint
- Required glide ratio (L/D req) to attain the chosen waypoint
- Automatic and manual volume control
- Memory for 200 waypoints
- Memory for 20 routes up to 30 waypoints
- Input of different cylinder radii for a competition route
- Automatic alarm and switching over to the next WP when crossing the circumference of the actual WP (competition route only)
- A recorded flight conforms completely to IGC-rules (including the digital signature) and is fully compatible with accustomed evaluation programs like "See you - CompeGPS - Maxpunkte - GPSVar - IQ-Online" for announcing flights at OLC
- PC-program "Flychart" allows easy set-up functions as well as down- and uploads of waypoints, routes and flight tracks
- Three different Displays can be selected by the user:
1) Normal flight with round analog vario scale, Alt1, Speed, and more
2) Flight to a GPS goal with barograph vario-scale and a graphic final glide calculator. A crosshair shows flight direction and altitude above the path of best glide
3) Real time map display with track and waypoint names, cylinders; with Zoom In - Zoom Out function
- Interface cable to a PC (serial RS232 port)

Brauniger Competino Vario
Qty: Price: $1099.00

  Brauniger IQ ONE Vario $479                                                                                                                    Return to top
  The IQ ONE and IQ ONE+ are the first instruments from the next generation of BRÄUNIGER Intelligent Flight Instruments. Designed to perfectly meet the needs of all paragliding pilots, from beginners to experienced pilots. They are equally suitable for hang gliding. The new IQ instruments are even easier to handle, and packed with functions for performance minded pilots. 6.5 ounces (182 grams) including batteries, without clamp. Free Shipping in the USA on orders over $100.

- Stylish titanium-metallic ABS case, larger display, “soft touch” case grip, large keys.

- New high precision vario digital technology with variable response and excellent audio presence due to Brauniger's SMARTFILTER technology.

- Over 250 hours battery life (alkaline cells), 20 years stand by mode, displaying time even when switched off.

- All functions programmable.

- Flight memory up to 40 flights, records all peak flight values.

- Connection for an optional speed probe.

Variometer
Range: +/- 10 m/s analogue; +/- 96 m/s digital
Resolution: 0,3 m/s analogue; +/- 0,1 m/s digital
Audio: ASI, volume adjustable in 6 steps

Altimeter:
Range: up to 11,500 m
Display: 5 digits
Resolution: 1 m
QNH: adjustable in hPa

Time:
Real time clock: 24 hour mode
Flight time: hours / min

Memo function:
Peak values for the last 40 flights e.g. time, height, climb rate, sink rate and date

Temperature:
Display: digital, resolution 1°C

Speed:
Optional speed probe S2 (HG) or S3 PG, range up to 130 km/h with 1 km/h resolution

General information:
Power supply: 2 x 1,5 V batteries size AA alkaline or rechargeable NiMh

Special features:
All instruments come with Velcro leg strap, batteries and protective bag

Guarantee: 24 months

rauniger IQ ONE Vario
Qty: Price: $479.00

  Brauniger IQ ONE+ Vario $549                                                                                                                                                       Return to top
 

The IQ ONE and IQ ONE+ are the first instruments from the next generation of BRÄUNIGER Intelligent Flight Instruments. Designed to perfectly meet the needs of all paragliding pilots, from beginners to experienced pilots. They are equally suitable for hang gliding. The new IQ instruments are even easier to handle, and packed with functions for performance minded pilots. 6.5 ounces (182 grams) including batteries, without clamp. Free Shipping in the USA on orders over $100.

- Stylish titanium-metallic ABS case, larger display, “soft touch” case grip, large keys.

- New high precision vario digital technology with variable response and excellent audio presence due to Brauniger's SMARTFILTER technology.

- Over 250 hours battery life (alkaline cells), 20 years stand by mode, displaying time even when switched off.

- All functions programmable.

- Flight recorder up to 130 hours flight recorder.

- Flights can be downloaded to a PC using FLYCHART software (USB port required).

- Connection for an optional speed probe.

Variometer
Range: +/- 10 m/s analogue; +/- 96 m/s digital
Resolution: 0,3 m/s analogue; +/- 0,1 m/s digital
Audio: ASI, volume adjustable in 6 steps

Altimeter:
Range: up to 11,500 m
Display: 5 digits
Resolution: 1 m
QNH: adjustable in hPa

Time:
Real time clock: 24 hour mode
Flight time: hours / min

Memo function:
Flight recorder up to 130 hours, adjustable scan rate

Temperature:
Display: digital, resolution 1°C

Speed:
Optional speed probe S2 (HG) or S3 PG, range up to 130 km/h with 1 km/h resolution

General information:
Power supply: 2 x 1,5 V batteries size AA alkaline or rechargeable NiMh

Special features:
All instruments come with Velcro leg strap, batteries and protective bag

Guarantee: 24 months
 

Brauniger IQ ONE+ Vario
Qty: Price: $549.00

 
 
  Brauniger Sonic Vario $189                                                                                                                                                              Return to top
  Whether used as a backup or mounted directly to the helmet, the Sonic offers an affordable vario with audio for both climbing and descending. Includes 200 hour replaceable battery. 1.43 ounces (40 grams). Free Shipping in the USA on orders over $100.

- BRÄUNIGER technology and quality, just like the "bigger" IQ instruments
- Acoustic Scale Indication (ASI)
- Adjustable start point of sink tone
- Adjustable volume
- Runs more than 200 hours on one battery
- Environmentally friendly lithium battery

Brauniger Sonic Vario
Qty: Price: $189.00

 

  Digifly Archimede Vario $385                                                                                                                                 Return to top
  New for 2008 the Digifly Archimede replaces the Digifly Flyer2. The Archimede is a completely new instrument with new solid alloy metal case with a multi-layer paint finish. The result is a great looking, feature packed, sensitive vario, at a very keen price, an excellent choice for your first vario. Price includes Velcro leg strap and PC cable. Free Shipping in the USA on orders over $100.
 

igifly Archimede Vario
Qty: Price: $385.00

 

  Digifly Archimede Plus Vario $445                                                                                                                                                Return to top
 

The new Digifly Archimede Plus, a full specification vario which includes all features of the Digifly Archimede, plus McCready function, speed to fly, 3 settable polars, averager and netto vario, auto zero thermal altimeter, thermal sniffer, PC interface & a PC cable to download & manage your flight data on your PC. Price includes Velcro leg strap and PC cable. Free Shipping in the USA on orders over $100.


Digifly Archimede Plus Vario
Qty: Price: $445.00

 

  Digifly Cartesio Plus Vario $725                                                                                                              Return to top
  The Digifly Cartesio Plus includes all functions of the Archimede Plus variometer plus an interface for an external GPS. The unit features a glide computer, next way point height, wind direction indicator and auto start flight recorder. Price includes Velcro leg strap, PC & Garmin GPS cable. Free Shipping in the USA on orders over $100.
 

Digifly Cartesio Plus Vario
Qty: Price: $725.00


 

 

  Digifly Cartesio Pro BT Vario $880                                                                                                                                             Return to top
 

The Digifly Cartesio Pro BT includes all functions of the Cartesio Plus variometer with telemetry output and Bluetooth. With a direct cable connection to your own GPS unit, the Cartesio Pro BT has a high power, fully independent, double battery system also allows for full management of competition waypoints and routes, including FAI cylinder turnpoint and start pylon validation. Price includes Velcro leg strap, PC & Garmin GPS cable. Free Shipping in the USA on orders over $100.


Digifly Cartesio Pro BT Vario
Qty: Price: $880.00

 

 

  Digifly Leonardo Pro Vario $945                                                                                                              Return to top
 

The Digifly Leonardo Pro has an integrated high sensitivity 20 channel SIRF III GPS receiver. With a high power, fully independent, double battery make the Leonardo Pro the right choice from Digifly for full management of competition waypoints and routes, including FAI cylinder turnpoint and start pylon validation. With telemetry output. Price includes Velcro leg strap and PC cable. Free Shipping in the USA on orders over $100.


Digifly Leonardo Pro Vario
Qty: Price: $885.00

 

 

  Digifly Leonardo Pro BT Vario $1015                                                                                                                                       Return to top
 

The Digifly Leonardo Pro BT with Bluetooth has an integrated high sensitivity 20 channel SIRF III GPS receiver. Bluetooth compatibility and a high power, fully independent, double battery system make the Leonardo Pro BT the ultimate vario from Digifly for full management of competition waypoints and routes, including FAI cylinder turnpoint and start pylon validation. With telemetry output and Bluetooth. Price includes Velcro leg strap and PC cable. Free Shipping in the USA on orders over $100.

Digifly Leonardo Pro BT Vario
Qty: Price: $1015.00

 

 

 

 

           
 

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