XC Tracer Maxx

Maximum social

You can always see where your Buddies are flying. The Maxx has a real Flarm built in, which means that Maxx can receive data from other Flarm. If you see a friend at the take off and want to add him as a buddy, you can do that with a few clicks on the red button, only the vario with Flarm has to be switched on and may not be further away than 30m.

You can add up to 8 Buddies, so you always know how far away they are, how high they are, and the climb / sink rate is also displayed. And then you see also on the display whether the respective Buddy is still flying or not.

And finally, the position of your Buddies is continuously stored. In the worst case, if a buddy doesn't show up in the evening, you can check in your XC Tracer Maxx where your buddy was the last time a Flarm signal was received. You will find latitude, longitude, altitude and status. This information can be very helpful in locating a missing paraglider pilot. You can also use your XC Tracer Maxx as a search device, as all nearby Flarm signals are displayed.

Maximum simplicity

To make the operation as easy as possible, we have only one button with which the Vario can be operated. The operation is super simple, you will be surprised how easy it is. You can adjust almost all settings with just one button. And for the last details there is still the possibility to connect the Vario to the computer and put the finishing touches on the config file.

Maximum proven

Red Bull X-Alps, world records and countless other pilots swear by XC Tracer technology. Take a closer look at the photos of the Red Bull XAlps 2019, in this competition more than half of the pilots flew with an XC Tracer. Look for a small black box with a red string and a red button in the photos - these are all XC Tracer varios!

Maximum compactness

To make the Vario as compact as possible we spared no expense and developed an internal Flarm antenna. This antenna is so broadband that it works all over the world, whether you fly in Europe, USA, Australia or anywhere else. And to ensure that you can fly legally, the Vario is CE and FCC certified.

Maximum endurance

The vario has a built-in lithium-polymer battery, which when fully charged has at least 60 hours of continuous operation, including data transmission via BLE and recording of IGC and KML files, and of course the operation of the Flarm chip with transmission and reception of Flarm data. The battery can be recharged with the included USB - C cable.

Maximum weight-saving

The XC Tracer Maxx weighs only 120 grams, so it is easy to take with you on Hike & Fly.

Technical specifications

High-resolution B&W LCD, 536x336 pixels, perfectly readable

Five different screens selectable, from simple screen to air spaces

Simplest operation

Legendary sensitive vario technology, with no time lag

FLARM with transmission and reception of data, integrated antenna

FLARM obstacle database (optional)

FLARM Display of position and height of Buddies

Data transmission via BLE to mobile phone/tablet/E-reader

IGC and KML Logger, approved by the FAI for competitions

Many compatible apps for Android/iOS

Freely configurable sound settings with our tone simulator

Accelerometer/Compass/Gyro/Baro/GPS/BLE/FLARM

Running time with full battery, at least 60h

Firmware update via drag & drop

Size: 92x68x18 mm

Weight 120g

CE and FCC Certification

Swiss made

Additional Options:

MAXX Remote Control

The XC Tracer Remote Control (for Maxx) makes it possible that you have full control over your XC Tracer Maxx, without having to touch the vario. 

There is no need to release the brakes when you want to change screens or modify the settings. You can do all this using the RC that is attached to your risers. 

But one thing is not possible: To switch off the Maxx using the RC. And double click is not supported too. Everything else is identical to the red button of Maxx. 

So no time needed to get familiar with the RC, you already know how to use it. You will like it from the first moment you use it!

The RC is a low power device and only consumes power when you press the button. A fresh battery will last for years of flying. 

But take care when you stow away the RC, make sure that nothing does press on the red button. This may full discharge the battery in a few days.

How do you pair the RC with Maxx? Very easy: Switch on Maxx as you would when you go flying. Then put the RC very close to the Maxx, preferably to the left side where the USB connector is.

Then press the red button of the RC until you hear a short beep. Once this is done then the RC is paired. If you are not successful then try again. You will need to press and hold the button for 10-15 seconds until the pairing is done. 

The pairing needs only to be done once, Maxx will now always remember the RC.