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Flytec 6030GPS
Revision Date:0812•14
Through firmware v3.38a

Table of Contents

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Summary

Safety Warning

Overview

2.1 Turning the 6030 On;Off

Instructions on how to power the instrument on and off.

2.2 Main Display Page

Explanation of the instrument's primary display layout and data fields.

2.3 Keypad

Detailed description of the functions of the instrument's buttons and keys.

2.3.1 Function Keys F1 and F2

Explains the context-dependent operations of the F1 and F2 function keys.

2.3.2 Entering Text

Guide on how to input text using the device's keypad.

2.4 Units for Numerical Values

How to configure measurement units for display.

2.5 Real-Time Map Page

Description of the live map view for navigation and flight tracking.

2.6 Batteries and Charging

Details on battery types, charging procedures, and status indicators.

2.7 User-Fields

Information on customizing the data fields shown on the display.

2.8 Main Setup Menu

Guide to accessing and navigating the instrument's main configuration settings.

Flight Functions

3.1 Variometer

Explanation of the vertical speed indicator and its features.

3.2 Altimeters and Air Pressure

Details on the various altimeters and air pressure readings.

3.3 Setting Altimeter 1

Procedure for manually setting the primary altimeter reading.

3.4 Speed

Covers instrument functions related to air speed measurement.

3.4.1 Airspeed

Explains how indicated and true airspeed are measured and displayed.

3.4.2 Stall Alarm

How to set up an alarm for low airspeed to prevent stalls.

3.4.3 Ground Speed

Displays the aircraft's speed relative to the ground via GPS.

3.4.4 Wind Direction and Speed

How to display wind direction and speed information.

3.4.5 Total Energy Compensation (TEC)

Function to compensate variometer readings for airspeed changes.

3.5 Speed-to-Fly

Guidance on selecting optimal speeds for flight efficiency.

3.5.1 Best Glide Speed

Identifies the speed for maximum glide distance.

3.5.2 McCready Indicator

A visual aid for optimizing speed based on thermal strength.

3.5.3 Polars

Information on entering glider polar data for accurate performance calculations.

3.6 Audio

Configuration of audible alerts and tones for various flight functions.

3.7 Temperature

Information about the device's internal temperature sensor.

3.8 Time and Date

Details on how the instrument manages time and date settings.

3.9 Flight Time

Automatic recording and display of flight duration.

3.10 Distance Measurements

Various distance calculations for navigation.

3.10.1 Distance to Waypoint

Displays the horizontal distance to a selected waypoint.

3.10.2 Distance to Last Thermal

Shows distance to the last detected thermal lift.

3.10.3 Distance to Goal

Displays the distance remaining to the designated goal.

3.10.4 Distance to Restricted Airspace

Shows distance to the nearest controlled airspace.

3.10.5 Distance to Take-Off

Displays the distance from the current position to the takeoff point.

3.10.6 Distance to Cylinder; Distance to Start Cylinder

Distance to competition cylinders for start, turnpoints, and goals.

3.11 Glide Ratio (L;D Ratio)

Displays the calculated glide ratio through air or over ground.

3.12 Altitudes Above Targets

Shows altitude relative to glide paths for waypoints and goals.

Navigation

4.1 Assessment of Reception Quality

How to check the GPS signal strength and reception quality.

4.2 Compass and Flight Direction

Using the GPS compass for directional guidance and tracking.

4.3 Real-Time Map Page

Description of the live map view for flight tracking.

4.4 Relocating Thermals

Using instrument features to help relocate thermal lift.

4.5 Waypoints and Coordinates

Managing stored locations and their associated navigational data.

4.5.1 Current Coordinate Display

Shows the current GPS position in the information field.

4.5.2 Saving the Current Position

Procedure for saving the current location as a new waypoint.

4.5.3 Waypoints

Guide to editing and managing waypoints using the keypad.

Navigating Waypoints and Routes

5.1 Goto Function

How to select and navigate to a specific waypoint.

5.2 Track, Bearing and Cross Track Error

Understanding key navigational data like track and cross-track error.

5.2.1 Goto a Waypoint

Detailed steps for navigating to a specific waypoint.

5.2.2 Correct Bearing in a Cross Wind

How to adjust flight path for optimal navigation in crosswinds.

5.2.3 Wind Component

Calculating and using wind component for navigation accuracy.

5.3 Route Function

Creating and managing sequences of waypoints for navigation.

5.3.1 Direction arrow to second turnpoint

Visual aid for planning the next turn in a route.

5.3.2 Enter;Edit Route

Procedure for creating and modifying flight routes.

5.4 Competition Route

Setting up and flying competition-specific routes and tasks.

5.4.1 Setting up a Competition Route

Steps for configuring a competition task with waypoints and cylinders.

5.4.2 Optimized Competition Route

Utilizing optimized routes for improved efficiency in competition.

5.4.3 The Start

Managing competition start procedures, timing, and types.

5.4.3.1 Exit Start

Details on starting a competition task by exiting a cylinder.

5.4.3.2 Entry Start

Details on starting a competition task by entering a cylinder.

5.4.4 Final Glide

Guidance on calculating and executing the final glide to the goal.

5.4.4.1 Final climb

Determining optimal altitude for final glide from thermal climb.

5.4.4.2 Gliding to Goal

Strategies for executing the glide phase to reach the goal.

Flight Memory and Flight Analysis

6.1 Flight Memory

Instructions for recording and storing flight data in IGC format.

6.1.1 Graphic Display of Flights - Map page

How to view recorded flights on the instrument's map display.

6.2 Flight Verification for Competition, OLC and World Records

Using recorded flights for scoring, online contests, and record verification.

Restricted Airspace (CTRs)

7.1 Airspace Alerts and Info

Setting up warnings and displaying information for restricted airspace.

7.1.1 Recalling Detailed Airspace Information

How to view specific details about airspaces.

7.1.2 Deselect or select individual airspace

Managing which airspaces are active for alerts and warnings.

7.2 Airspace on an SD card

Loading and managing airspace files stored on an SD card.

7.2.1 Using Airspace loaded on the SD card

Selecting and loading airspace files from an SD card.

7.2.2 Create.faf file from OpenAir file and load to SD card

Steps to convert and load airspace files using a utility.

7.3 Entering Flight Airspace Manually

Manually inputting or editing airspace data via the keypad.

Connection to a Computer

8.1 Downloading Flights

Transferring recorded flight data from the instrument to a PC.

8.2 Instrument Settings

Configuring device settings using PC software.

8.3 Upload;Download Waypoints and Routes

Exchanging waypoint and route data between PC and instrument.

8.4 Uploading Airspace with FlyChart

Transferring airspace files to the instrument via FlyChart.

8.4.1 Creating an Airspace File with FlyChart

Guide to creating airspace files for the instrument using FlyChart.

8.5 Transferring New Firmware to the 6030

Procedure for updating the instrument's firmware.

8.6 Optional Software

Activating additional features with release codes.

8.7 Viewing the Contents of an IGC File

Analyzing raw flight data from IGC files using external software.

Main Setup Menu

9.1 Flight Memory

Accessing and managing recorded flight data.

9.2 Waypoints

Viewing, editing, and managing stored waypoints.

9.3 Routes

Managing stored flight routes.

9.4 Airspaces (CTRs)

Managing restricted airspace data.

9.5 Pilot settings

Customizing various operational preferences and parameters.

9.6 Clear;Initialize Memory

9.7 Simulation Mode

9.8 Device settings

9.9 SD Card

Maintenance, Warranty and Service

10.1 Resetting and Reinitializing

Procedures for resetting and reinitializing the instrument.

10.2 Water Damage

Steps to take and consequences of water damage to the device.

10.3 Warranty

Information regarding the product's warranty coverage and exclusions.

Specifications and Approvals

Appendix

12.1 Stall Alarm

Information about the stall alarm function and its settings.

12.2 Netto Vario

Explanation of the netto variometer and its use.

12.3 True or Indicated Air speed

Clarification of the difference between true and indicated airspeed.

12.4 Polars and Best Glide Speed

Understanding glider polar curves and best glide speed.

12.5 McCready Theory - Optimized Speed to Fly

Explanation of McCready theory for optimizing flight speed.

12.6 Enter & Exit Competition Start Examples

Examples illustrating competition start procedures.

Summary

Safety Warning

Overview

2.1 Turning the 6030 On;Off

Instructions on how to power the instrument on and off.

2.2 Main Display Page

Explanation of the instrument's primary display layout and data fields.

2.3 Keypad

Detailed description of the functions of the instrument's buttons and keys.

2.3.1 Function Keys F1 and F2

Explains the context-dependent operations of the F1 and F2 function keys.

2.3.2 Entering Text

Guide on how to input text using the device's keypad.

2.4 Units for Numerical Values

How to configure measurement units for display.

2.5 Real-Time Map Page

Description of the live map view for navigation and flight tracking.

2.6 Batteries and Charging

Details on battery types, charging procedures, and status indicators.

2.7 User-Fields

Information on customizing the data fields shown on the display.

2.8 Main Setup Menu

Guide to accessing and navigating the instrument's main configuration settings.

Flight Functions

3.1 Variometer

Explanation of the vertical speed indicator and its features.

3.2 Altimeters and Air Pressure

Details on the various altimeters and air pressure readings.

3.3 Setting Altimeter 1

Procedure for manually setting the primary altimeter reading.

3.4 Speed

Covers instrument functions related to air speed measurement.

3.4.1 Airspeed

Explains how indicated and true airspeed are measured and displayed.

3.4.2 Stall Alarm

How to set up an alarm for low airspeed to prevent stalls.

3.4.3 Ground Speed

Displays the aircraft's speed relative to the ground via GPS.

3.4.4 Wind Direction and Speed

How to display wind direction and speed information.

3.4.5 Total Energy Compensation (TEC)

Function to compensate variometer readings for airspeed changes.

3.5 Speed-to-Fly

Guidance on selecting optimal speeds for flight efficiency.

3.5.1 Best Glide Speed

Identifies the speed for maximum glide distance.

3.5.2 McCready Indicator

A visual aid for optimizing speed based on thermal strength.

3.5.3 Polars

Information on entering glider polar data for accurate performance calculations.

3.6 Audio

Configuration of audible alerts and tones for various flight functions.

3.7 Temperature

Information about the device's internal temperature sensor.

3.8 Time and Date

Details on how the instrument manages time and date settings.

3.9 Flight Time

Automatic recording and display of flight duration.

3.10 Distance Measurements

Various distance calculations for navigation.

3.10.1 Distance to Waypoint

Displays the horizontal distance to a selected waypoint.

3.10.2 Distance to Last Thermal

Shows distance to the last detected thermal lift.

3.10.3 Distance to Goal

Displays the distance remaining to the designated goal.

3.10.4 Distance to Restricted Airspace

Shows distance to the nearest controlled airspace.

3.10.5 Distance to Take-Off

Displays the distance from the current position to the takeoff point.

3.10.6 Distance to Cylinder; Distance to Start Cylinder

Distance to competition cylinders for start, turnpoints, and goals.

3.11 Glide Ratio (L;D Ratio)

Displays the calculated glide ratio through air or over ground.

3.12 Altitudes Above Targets

Shows altitude relative to glide paths for waypoints and goals.

Navigation

4.1 Assessment of Reception Quality

How to check the GPS signal strength and reception quality.

4.2 Compass and Flight Direction

Using the GPS compass for directional guidance and tracking.

4.3 Real-Time Map Page

Description of the live map view for flight tracking.

4.4 Relocating Thermals

Using instrument features to help relocate thermal lift.

4.5 Waypoints and Coordinates

Managing stored locations and their associated navigational data.

4.5.1 Current Coordinate Display

Shows the current GPS position in the information field.

4.5.2 Saving the Current Position

Procedure for saving the current location as a new waypoint.

4.5.3 Waypoints

Guide to editing and managing waypoints using the keypad.

Navigating Waypoints and Routes

5.1 Goto Function

How to select and navigate to a specific waypoint.

5.2 Track, Bearing and Cross Track Error

Understanding key navigational data like track and cross-track error.

5.2.1 Goto a Waypoint

Detailed steps for navigating to a specific waypoint.

5.2.2 Correct Bearing in a Cross Wind

How to adjust flight path for optimal navigation in crosswinds.

5.2.3 Wind Component

Calculating and using wind component for navigation accuracy.

5.3 Route Function

Creating and managing sequences of waypoints for navigation.

5.3.1 Direction arrow to second turnpoint

Visual aid for planning the next turn in a route.

5.3.2 Enter;Edit Route

Procedure for creating and modifying flight routes.

5.4 Competition Route

Setting up and flying competition-specific routes and tasks.

5.4.1 Setting up a Competition Route

Steps for configuring a competition task with waypoints and cylinders.

5.4.2 Optimized Competition Route

Utilizing optimized routes for improved efficiency in competition.

5.4.3 The Start

Managing competition start procedures, timing, and types.

5.4.3.1 Exit Start

Details on starting a competition task by exiting a cylinder.

5.4.3.2 Entry Start

Details on starting a competition task by entering a cylinder.

5.4.4 Final Glide

Guidance on calculating and executing the final glide to the goal.

5.4.4.1 Final climb

Determining optimal altitude for final glide from thermal climb.

5.4.4.2 Gliding to Goal

Strategies for executing the glide phase to reach the goal.

Flight Memory and Flight Analysis

6.1 Flight Memory

Instructions for recording and storing flight data in IGC format.

6.1.1 Graphic Display of Flights - Map page

How to view recorded flights on the instrument's map display.

6.2 Flight Verification for Competition, OLC and World Records

Using recorded flights for scoring, online contests, and record verification.

Restricted Airspace (CTRs)

7.1 Airspace Alerts and Info

Setting up warnings and displaying information for restricted airspace.

7.1.1 Recalling Detailed Airspace Information

How to view specific details about airspaces.

7.1.2 Deselect or select individual airspace

Managing which airspaces are active for alerts and warnings.

7.2 Airspace on an SD card

Loading and managing airspace files stored on an SD card.

7.2.1 Using Airspace loaded on the SD card

Selecting and loading airspace files from an SD card.

7.2.2 Create.faf file from OpenAir file and load to SD card

Steps to convert and load airspace files using a utility.

7.3 Entering Flight Airspace Manually

Manually inputting or editing airspace data via the keypad.

Connection to a Computer

8.1 Downloading Flights

Transferring recorded flight data from the instrument to a PC.

8.2 Instrument Settings

Configuring device settings using PC software.

8.3 Upload;Download Waypoints and Routes

Exchanging waypoint and route data between PC and instrument.

8.4 Uploading Airspace with FlyChart

Transferring airspace files to the instrument via FlyChart.

8.4.1 Creating an Airspace File with FlyChart

Guide to creating airspace files for the instrument using FlyChart.

8.5 Transferring New Firmware to the 6030

Procedure for updating the instrument's firmware.

8.6 Optional Software

Activating additional features with release codes.

8.7 Viewing the Contents of an IGC File

Analyzing raw flight data from IGC files using external software.

Main Setup Menu

9.1 Flight Memory

Accessing and managing recorded flight data.

9.2 Waypoints

Viewing, editing, and managing stored waypoints.

9.3 Routes

Managing stored flight routes.

9.4 Airspaces (CTRs)

Managing restricted airspace data.

9.5 Pilot settings

Customizing various operational preferences and parameters.

9.6 Clear;Initialize Memory

9.7 Simulation Mode

9.8 Device settings

9.9 SD Card

Maintenance, Warranty and Service

10.1 Resetting and Reinitializing

Procedures for resetting and reinitializing the instrument.

10.2 Water Damage

Steps to take and consequences of water damage to the device.

10.3 Warranty

Information regarding the product's warranty coverage and exclusions.

Specifications and Approvals

Appendix

12.1 Stall Alarm

Information about the stall alarm function and its settings.

12.2 Netto Vario

Explanation of the netto variometer and its use.

12.3 True or Indicated Air speed

Clarification of the difference between true and indicated airspeed.

12.4 Polars and Best Glide Speed

Understanding glider polar curves and best glide speed.

12.5 McCready Theory - Optimized Speed to Fly

Explanation of McCready theory for optimizing flight speed.

12.6 Enter & Exit Competition Start Examples

Examples illustrating competition start procedures.

Flytec 6030 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Resolution320 x 240 pixels
GPSYes
VarioYes
AltimeterYes
Update RateUp to 4 Hz
ConnectivityUSB
Operating Temperature-10°C to +50°C
DisplayLCD
BatteryRechargeable Li-ion

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