What is the difference between Cell and Strike mode?
Cell data uses a clustering algorithm to locate storm cells. Cell data is most useful during periods of heavy electrical discharge activity. Display cell data during these periods allows the pilot to quickly see where the cells are without having to sift through and analyze a screen full of discharge points. Strike data is most useful during periods of light electrical activity because strike data may show the initial discharge associated with a building thunderstorm sooner than cell data would. The WX 500 and WX 950 plots strike discharge points in relation to where the discharges are actually detected instead of plotting them close to an associated group of discharge points as is done with cell data.
