Question 1

Which vario sound should I use? XCTrack or AIR³ XCT Addon?

bfo · Accepted Answer

What is AIR³ XCT Addon?

The AIR³ XCT add-on is an advanced companion app for XCTrack that enhances your flying experience with specific features. In this FAQ, we will focus only on the vario features, even though the AIR³ XCT Add-On has many other functionalities.

It works alongside XCTrack, but it can also be used as a standalone vario (in such rare case, it must be started manually because XCTrack will not trigger it automatically at takeoff).

Can I use both XCTrack vario and AIR³ XCT Addon vario at the same time?

Technically yes, you can run both simultaneously, but this is NOT recommended as:

You'll hear overlapping audio feedback which can be confusing
Both systems will consume battery and processing power
The audio cues may conflict and cause distraction while flying

Recommendation: Choose one vario system and disable the other. Use AIR³ Manager to choose which vario sound you want to use.

Feature Comparison

What are the main differences between XCTrack vario and AIR³ XCT Addon vario?

Feature	XCTrack Vario	AIR³ XCT Addon Vario
Instant Lift Detection	Not available	✅ Hardware-based instant lift detection with AIR³ accelerometers and gyroscopes
Weak Lift Audio	Basic feature	✅ Advanced weak lift feature
Sound Types	Single beep pattern	✅ Many sound types: Classic, Triplet, Sawtooth, Chirp, Pulse, Organic

When to Choose XCTrack Vario

XCTrack vario is best for you if:

✅ Simplicity is your priority

You want a straightforward, out-of-the-box vario experience
You are used to the sound of the XCTrack Vario and prefer to stick with what you know.

✅ Universal compatibility

You fly with different devices and want consistent behavior
You don't have AIR³ hardware

✅ Proven stability

You value XCTrack's mature, extensively tested vario system

When to Choose AIR³ XCT Addon Vario

AIR³ XCT Addon vario is best for you if:

✅ You own an AIR³ device

You want to leverage the AIR³'s hardware sensors
You want instant lift detection (instant response)
You want the most responsive vario experience possible

✅ Advanced audio customization

You enjoy experimenting with different sound types (Triplet, Organic, etc.)

✅ Enhanced situational awareness

You want to hear the lift without any lag
You want weak lift info to help you identify lift edges

Quick Decision Guide

Choose XCTrack Vario if you want:

Simple, reliable, tested solution
Minimal setup and configuration
Known sound "color"

Choose AIR³ XCT Addon Vario if you want:

Instant lift detection
Advanced audio customization
Weak lift advanced sound
Multiple sound types

Both systems are excellent. Your choice depends on your flying style, experience level, and preference for simplicity/legacy vs. advanced vario features.

Can I contribute to AIR³ XCT Addon development?

Yes! The project welcomes:

Bug reports with detailed reproduction steps
Feature suggestions based on flying experience
Sound configuration profiles for different conditions

Question 2

Which vario sound should I use? XCTrack or AIR³ XCT Addon?

bfo · Accepted Answer

What is AIR³ XCT Addon?

The AIR³ XCT add-on is an advanced companion app for XCTrack that enhances your flying experience with specific features. In this FAQ, we will focus only on the vario features, even though the AIR³ XCT Add-On has many other functionalities.

It works alongside XCTrack, but it can also be used as a standalone vario (in such rare case, it must be started manually because XCTrack will not trigger it automatically at takeoff).

Can I use both XCTrack vario and AIR³ XCT Addon vario at the same time?

Technically yes, you can run both simultaneously, but this is NOT recommended as:

You'll hear overlapping audio feedback which can be confusing
Both systems will consume battery and processing power
The audio cues may conflict and cause distraction while flying

Recommendation: Choose one vario system and disable the other. Use AIR³ Manager to choose which vario sound you want to use.

Feature Comparison

What are the main differences between XCTrack vario and AIR³ XCT Addon vario?

Feature	XCTrack Vario	AIR³ XCT Addon Vario
Instant Lift Detection	Not available	✅ Hardware-based instant lift detection with AIR³ accelerometers and gyroscopes
Weak Lift Audio	Basic feature	✅ Advanced weak lift feature
Sound Types	Single beep pattern	✅ Many sound types: Classic, Triplet, Sawtooth, Chirp, Pulse, Organic

When to Choose XCTrack Vario

XCTrack vario is best for you if:

✅ Simplicity is your priority

You want a straightforward, out-of-the-box vario experience
You are used to the sound of the XCTrack Vario and prefer to stick with what you know.

✅ Universal compatibility

You fly with different devices and want consistent behavior
You don't have AIR³ hardware

✅ Proven stability

You value XCTrack's mature, extensively tested vario system

When to Choose AIR³ XCT Addon Vario

AIR³ XCT Addon vario is best for you if:

✅ You own an AIR³ device

You want to leverage the AIR³'s hardware sensors
You want instant lift detection (instant response)
You want the most responsive vario experience possible

✅ Advanced audio customization

You enjoy experimenting with different sound types (Triplet, Organic, etc.)

✅ Enhanced situational awareness

You want to hear the lift without any lag
You want weak lift info to help you identify lift edges

Quick Decision Guide

Choose XCTrack Vario if you want:

Simple, reliable, tested solution
Minimal setup and configuration
Known sound "color"

Choose AIR³ XCT Addon Vario if you want:

Instant lift detection
Advanced audio customization
Weak lift advanced sound
Multiple sound types

Both systems are excellent. Your choice depends on your flying style, experience level, and preference for simplicity/legacy vs. advanced vario features.

Can I contribute to AIR³ XCT Addon development?

Yes! The project welcomes:

Bug reports with detailed reproduction steps
Feature suggestions based on flying experience
Sound configuration profiles for different conditions

Fonctionnalité	XCTrack Vario	AIR³ XCT Addon Vario
Détection instantanée du lift	Non disponible	✅ Détection instantanée des mouvements ascendants à l'aide d'accéléromètres et de gyroscopes AIR³
Audio faible thermique	Fonctionnalité de base	✅ Fonctionnalité avancée de thermique faible
Types de sons	Modèle sonore unique	✅ De nombreux types de sons : Classique, Triplet, Dents de scie, Gazouillis, Impulsion, Organique

Quel son vario dois-je utiliser ? XCTrack ou AIR³ XCT Addon ?

Quel son vario dois-je utiliser ? XCTrack ou AIR³ XCT Addon ?

Qu'est-ce que AIR³ XCT Addon ?

Puis-je utiliser simultanément XCTrack vario et AIR³ XCT Addon vario ?

Comparaison des fonctionnalités

Quelles sont les principales différences entre XCTrack vario et AIR³ XCT Addon vario ?

Quand choisir XCTrack Vario

XCTrack vario est la solution idéale pour vous si :

Quand choisir l'AIR³ XCT Addon Vario

AIR³ XCT Addon vario est idéal pour vous si :

Guide de décision rapide

Puis-je contribuer au développement de AIR³ XCT Addon ?