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3. Function
X-mode
(Only for devices with firmware 2xxx and higher)
X-mode is suitable for use when the take-off location and landing location (drop zone) are the same and a change in the device
parameters is not needed. The function is the same as for the STANDARD-mode, what changes are the device parameters. The landing
location is at the same elevation above sea level as the aircraft take-off location. The display shows the
icon. When using this mode,
always switch the device on at the landing location.
Device parameters change as follows:
STANDARD-mode
X-mode
m
2
STUDENT
will function as
m
2
EXPERT
m
2
EXPERT
will function as
m
2
SPEED
m
2
TANDEM
N/A
The possibility to change parameters is firmly preset for each version. This change will be valid until the device is switched off. The
reason for the firm preset is common sense and safety.
In some situations, X-mode may be very convenient, however, use it with great caution!
Altitude protection zone of the
m
2
device –
“! Important for the aircraft pilot !”
The altitude protection zone of the
m
2
device consists of the first 40 m (130 ft) of elevation above the aircraft take-off location. It is
necessary to exceed the 40 m (130 ft) as fast as possible at a steady ascent. At 40 m (130 ft), the
m
2
device detects the aircraft take off
and switches from “stand-by” mode to “fly” mode. Upon exceeding the 40 m (130 ft) protection zone, the device must not drop under
this altitude until the dive is completed. The only exceptions are in those cases when the skydiver’s landing zone is located at a
different altitude than the aircraft take-off location. For such cases, carefully read the UP-mode or DOWN-mode chapters, where
the specified
m
2
functions are detailed and illustrated with diagrams.
3.2.4
3.3