Rico audio variometer

On Mar 10, 5:05�pm, wrote:
With my new glider, I got a box of extra equipment. Included was a
never-used Rico audio vario, still in the box, but without
documentation. It checks out good. But does anyone have any info on
these varios?

Specifically:



What size capacity bottle should be used with this?
What are the functions of the large and small dials? Trim?
What is the performance of this Rico? My glider has a nice Scheumann CVA averaging mechanical vario, but no audio. Is the Rico worth installing?- Hide quoted text -

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These Vario's were manufactued by Pete Newgard in the late 70's and
early 80's. I have a Vario in the box but couldn't find the
instructions with it. I also have the seperate audio unit still in
the box in case I wanted to connect it up with my Sage CVA someday. I
never got around to it but if you give me a few days, I could dig it
out and the instructions may still be in that box. Last I heard Pete
was living in Washinton state and I'm sure he would have all of the
answers for you.

Barry