Freefall Data Systems
Freefall Data Systems ColorAlti 2G
Freefall Data Systems ColorAlti 2G
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Key Features
- Has all capabilities of SonoAlti G2
- Rugged anodized aluminum case
- Logs your jumps (altitude, speed, and temperature) for syncing to FDS Logbook
- Free Bluetooth® iOS/Android app for setting the altimeter and syncing logged data to FDS Logbook
- Firmware updates as easy as dragging a file onto a USB drive
- Store up to five presets and select them via button press on the altimeter
- Store unlimited alarms and/or alerts in each preset
- 32 different alarm sounds
- 33 different light alerts and effects (US Patent No. 10,267,630 B2)
- Always on
- Remembers your settings and data when the battery runs out
- Adjusts automatically to local elevation
- Freefall threshold can be customized, and freefall alarms and alerts can be disabled below a certain altitude for swoopers and wingsuiters
- Speaker volume can be adjusted for each individual type of alarm (i.e. ascent, freefall, and canopy)
- LED brightness can be adjusted
- Landing zone altitude adjustments can be made in each preset for those landing at a different altitude than takeoff
- Tested to function accurately up to 30,000 feet
- Control unit easily fits in an audible altimeter pocket in your helmet
- Different types of lights can be plugged into the same control unit
- Rechargeable lithium polymer battery (USB charging cable included)
- Long battery life (approximately 200 jumps or 2 months)
- Low battery warning alarm and light at 1,000 feet
- Check battery status by holding down both buttons
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Sample list of sounds
- Sample of visual effects and alerts
Technical Specifications
- Dimensions: 57.6 × 36.1 × 11.9 mm (2.27 × 1.42 × 0.47 in)
- Weight of control unit: 39.8 g (1.40 oz)
- Anodizing type: MIL-A-8625F Type II
- Battery: rechargeable lithium polymer 3.7V 320mAh
- Peak alarm output volume: 97 dBA @ 10 cm
- Individual LED peak brightness: 1,000mcd
- Color depth: 16-bit (65,536 colors)
- Operating temperature range: −40° to +65° C (−40° to 150° F)
- Operating altitude: −500 to 9,000 m MSL (−1,640 to 29,528 ft)
- Altitude resolution: 0.5 m (1.64 ft)
- Sample rate/Frame rate: 25 Hz
- Permissible charging temperature range: 0° to +50° C (32° to 122° F)
- USB connector: Micro USB 2.0 Type B
- Wireless technology: Bluetooth®
- Bluetooth wireless range: circa 2 m (6.56 ft)
StickyLight 2A is an adhesive circuit board with LEDs that mounts to your skydiving helmet's visor. It was conceived to be the most minimally invasive StickyLight ever produced, with wires measuring only 2 millimeters thick in most places of peripheral vision. It contains three individually addressable LEDs that protrude like tear drops from above the jumper's right eye. The integrated clip can be used to provide additional strain relief to the cable and keep it in place. Fits almost any closed-face helmet.
For those who want a bit more light coverage, these StickyLights contain 10 LEDs that extend on a stem above the jumper's right eye. StickyLight 2B also has a very minimal footprint for the light coverage it provides thanks to its sleek design. The integrated clip can be used to provide additional strain relief to the cable as well as keep it in place. Fits almost any closed-face helmet.
These flexible gooseneck lights can be bent into shape and keep their form once installed. They utilize the same proven rigid construction of the original FlexiLight from ColorAlti®, but have four individually addressable LEDs instead of one single RGB LED. Although they are intended primarily for open-face helmets, these lights can be used in closed-face helmets as well.
RigidLight
RigidLight is another type of visor-based light with a minimal footprint that contains 10 LEDs. Unlike StickyLights, these lights contain a rigid circuit board mounted with screws and nuts that can be removed and mounted on other visors once the visor needs to be replaced. This option requires drilling into the visor.
FAQ:
Q: Does ColorAlti G2® have a speaker as well?
A: Yes, ColorAlti G2 has all the capabilities of our audible altimeter SonoAlti G2.
A: Yes, ColorAlti G2 has all the capabilities of our audible altimeter SonoAlti G2.
Q: What makes ColorAlti G2 different from other altimeters?
A: ColorAlti G2 is one of the most capable devices ever manufactured for skydiving altitude awareness. No other audio-visual altimeter comes close in terms of its capabilities and durability. Compare to L&B's Optima II™, which simply has a light that flashes in sync with the audible.
A: ColorAlti G2 is one of the most capable devices ever manufactured for skydiving altitude awareness. No other audio-visual altimeter comes close in terms of its capabilities and durability. Compare to L&B's Optima II™, which simply has a light that flashes in sync with the audible.
Q: Are ColorAlti's lights compatible with ColorAlti G2?
A: No, ColorAlti G2 uses a more advanced (individually addressable) type of LED than the original ColorAlti.
A: No, ColorAlti G2 uses a more advanced (individually addressable) type of LED than the original ColorAlti.
Q: Is it possible to trim StickyLights?
A: No. StickyLights are almost always damaged irreversibly when cut, causing a short that will cause the altimeter to reset upon displaying a light.
A: No. StickyLights are almost always damaged irreversibly when cut, causing a short that will cause the altimeter to reset upon displaying a light.
Q: I'm a wingsuiter. What are your recommendations for setting ColorAlti G2?
A: FDS recommends lowering the freefall threshold under "Main" settings from 80 mph to something like 30 mph, depending on the size of one's suit and weight. It can also be a good idea to "Disable Freefall Alerts Below" something like 2000 feet, so that no freefall alerts and alarms are triggered below this; this ensures that one only sees canopy alerts and alarms below this altitude. This will also give one a more accurate assessment of freefall time in one's logbook.
A: FDS recommends lowering the freefall threshold under "Main" settings from 80 mph to something like 30 mph, depending on the size of one's suit and weight. It can also be a good idea to "Disable Freefall Alerts Below" something like 2000 feet, so that no freefall alerts and alarms are triggered below this; this ensures that one only sees canopy alerts and alarms below this altitude. This will also give one a more accurate assessment of freefall time in one's logbook.
Q: I'm a swooper. What are your recommendations for setting ColorAlti G2?
A: FDS recommends raising the freefall threshold under "Main" settings from 80 mph to something like 100 mph, depending on the size of one's canopy and wing loading. As for wingsuiting, it can be a good idea to "Disable Freefall Alerts Below" something like 2000 feet, so that no freefall alerts and alarms are triggered below this; this ensures that one only sees and hears canopy alerts and alarms below this altitude. This will also give one a more accurate assessment of freefall time in one's logbook.
A: FDS recommends raising the freefall threshold under "Main" settings from 80 mph to something like 100 mph, depending on the size of one's canopy and wing loading. As for wingsuiting, it can be a good idea to "Disable Freefall Alerts Below" something like 2000 feet, so that no freefall alerts and alarms are triggered below this; this ensures that one only sees and hears canopy alerts and alarms below this altitude. This will also give one a more accurate assessment of freefall time in one's logbook.
Q: Is it possible phase ColorAlti G2 out (lose attention to it) while using it?
A: Any type of altimeter can be phased out, but with both visual and audible capabilities and with a wealth of attention-getting effects, ColorAlti G2 has an amazing ability to cut through distractions and impart altitude awareness even in the busiest situations in freefall.
A: Any type of altimeter can be phased out, but with both visual and audible capabilities and with a wealth of attention-getting effects, ColorAlti G2 has an amazing ability to cut through distractions and impart altitude awareness even in the busiest situations in freefall.
Q: How long does the battery last?
A: This will depend on how often the altimeter is used as well as where it is stored. If the altimeter is often in a moving car in hilly territory, the battery will drain a bit more quickly. Generally speaking, the user should be able to get approximately 200 jumps on the unit before it needs to be recharged. When stored charged, the battery can last as long as two months. The units should be able to get approximately 300-400 charge cycles without significantly affecting battery life.
A: This will depend on how often the altimeter is used as well as where it is stored. If the altimeter is often in a moving car in hilly territory, the battery will drain a bit more quickly. Generally speaking, the user should be able to get approximately 200 jumps on the unit before it needs to be recharged. When stored charged, the battery can last as long as two months. The units should be able to get approximately 300-400 charge cycles without significantly affecting battery life.
Q: Can I set the altimeter on the way to altitude?
A: Yes, one can select presets by holding the top button. One can also use the FDS Altis app in the aircraft (not recommended) as long as Bluetooth mode is off before exiting the aircraft.
A: Yes, one can select presets by holding the top button. One can also use the FDS Altis app in the aircraft (not recommended) as long as Bluetooth mode is off before exiting the aircraft.
Q: How many jumps does it log?
A: ColorAlti G2 can log hundreds of jumps before needing to sync to the cloud, but it is recommended to sync often to avoid logging errors.
A: ColorAlti G2 can log hundreds of jumps before needing to sync to the cloud, but it is recommended to sync often to avoid logging errors.
Q: Does ColorAlti G2 have GPS?
A: ColorAlti G2 does not have GPS as that would reduce the battery life greatly.
A: ColorAlti G2 does not have GPS as that would reduce the battery life greatly.
Q: What helmets does it fit?
A: ColorAlti G2 fits almost any skydiving helmet that has an audible port. The Kiss helmet requires an adapter that can be purchased.
A: ColorAlti G2 fits almost any skydiving helmet that has an audible port. The Kiss helmet requires an adapter that can be purchased.
Q: Does my mobile device need to be connected to the altimeter for it to work?
A: No, in fact, Bluetooth mode must be off for the altimeter to work.
A: No, in fact, Bluetooth mode must be off for the altimeter to work.
Q: Do I need Wi-Fi (or an Internet connection) to connect to the altimeter?
A: No, but a Wi-Fi signal is necessary to log in to FDS Logbook and sync to the cloud.
A: No, but a Wi-Fi signal is necessary to log in to FDS Logbook and sync to the cloud.
Q: Why do my freefall speed graphs look so spiky?
A: ColorAlti G2 (and all barometric altimeters) read altitude based on air pressure. This means that if you change body positions, or are flying in someone's burble, there will be some inconsistencies in altitude readings. These inconsistencies cause the spikiness in the vertical speed graphs. Even the most advanced barometric altimeter in the world would be susceptible to this issue. If you are using the device purely for data tracking, the cleanest data is usually obtained with the altimeter located on one's ankle.
A: ColorAlti G2 (and all barometric altimeters) read altitude based on air pressure. This means that if you change body positions, or are flying in someone's burble, there will be some inconsistencies in altitude readings. These inconsistencies cause the spikiness in the vertical speed graphs. Even the most advanced barometric altimeter in the world would be susceptible to this issue. If you are using the device purely for data tracking, the cleanest data is usually obtained with the altimeter located on one's ankle.
Q: Why am I seeing a light or hearing a sound before exit?
A: You are likely seeing a canopy alert or hearing a canopy alarm as the plane is slowly descending. You should see a freefall alert as soon as you reach freefall speeds (80 mph is the standard freefall threshold). One can adjust the freefall threshold in each individual preset.
A: You are likely seeing a canopy alert or hearing a canopy alarm as the plane is slowly descending. You should see a freefall alert as soon as you reach freefall speeds (80 mph is the standard freefall threshold). One can adjust the freefall threshold in each individual preset.
Q: Why does it take several seconds after I exit the aircraft to see the light?
A: ColorAlti G2 will only give freefall alerts when you are above freefall speeds, which is 80 mph by default.
A: ColorAlti G2 will only give freefall alerts when you are above freefall speeds, which is 80 mph by default.
Q: Is ColorAlti G2 water resistent?
A: ColorAlti G2 is highly water resistant, but not waterproof.
A: ColorAlti G2 is highly water resistant, but not waterproof.
Q: Is there a differentiation between canopy and freefall alerts?
A: Yes. ColorAlti G2 differentiates between the three types of alerts and alarms: ascent, freefall, and canopy.
A: Yes. ColorAlti G2 differentiates between the three types of alerts and alarms: ascent, freefall, and canopy.
Q: I notice some deviation between my wrist-mounted altimeter and my ColorAlti G2. Is this normal? Which is correct?
A: Yes. Because barometric altimeters are subject to wakes and burbles, their placement can affect their readings. Which is closer in accuracy will depend on the type of jump you are doing and how you have the altimeters mounted. In most cases, the deviation is not larger than a couple hundred feet at the very most. If the deviation is more, see whether the altimeters are at least synchronized during ascent in the plane and go from there. If they are synchronized in the plane or under canopy but not in freefall, then the placement of the altimeters is certainly affecting their synchronization in freefall. Altimeters placed in a wake will read higher than those in clean air. So if you are, for example, sit-flying or doing a tandem, it isn't an unlikely possibility that your altimeter is being subjected to a significant burble.
A: Yes. Because barometric altimeters are subject to wakes and burbles, their placement can affect their readings. Which is closer in accuracy will depend on the type of jump you are doing and how you have the altimeters mounted. In most cases, the deviation is not larger than a couple hundred feet at the very most. If the deviation is more, see whether the altimeters are at least synchronized during ascent in the plane and go from there. If they are synchronized in the plane or under canopy but not in freefall, then the placement of the altimeters is certainly affecting their synchronization in freefall. Altimeters placed in a wake will read higher than those in clean air. So if you are, for example, sit-flying or doing a tandem, it isn't an unlikely possibility that your altimeter is being subjected to a significant burble.
Q: Does Freefall Data Systems LLC collect data from its customers?
A: Nothing other than the information required to ship and provide a warranty to our customers. We respect our customer's privacy: Freefall Data Systems LLC's philosophy is that if a customer bought our product, then the data gathered with it should belong to them.
A: Nothing other than the information required to ship and provide a warranty to our customers. We respect our customer's privacy: Freefall Data Systems LLC's philosophy is that if a customer bought our product, then the data gathered with it should belong to them.
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