Begin Indoor Training with the FN Expert™

Published on September 12, 2016
Duration: 6:06

This video details how to interpret the FN Expert™ training software's visual feedback. It explains the color-coded trace segments representing decision-making and trigger squeeze time, the aim box for stability and point of aim, and the quick grading system (traffic lights) for steady hold, point of aim, and trigger control. The instructor demonstrates how to analyze shot deficiencies like trigger jerking and inconsistent sight alignment.

Quick Summary

The FN Expert™ software provides detailed shot analysis through its trace, aim box, and quick grading system. The trace's colors represent time events, the aim box shows stability and point of aim, and the quick grading system evaluates steady hold, aim accuracy, and trigger control, helping instructors pinpoint shooter deficiencies.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction to FN Expert Training
  2. 00:18Understanding the Trace Elements
  3. 00:30Red Trace: Decision & Response Time
  4. 00:57Yellow Trace: Pre-Decision Time
  5. 01:04White Trace: Full Timeline
  6. 01:14The Aim Box: Stability & Point of Aim
  7. 01:54Quick Grading System (Traffic Lights)
  8. 02:02Steady Hold Factor Explained
  9. 02:13Point of Aim Assessment
  10. 02:21Trigger Squeeze & Control Analysis
  11. 02:42Tailoring Grading to Skill Levels
  12. 03:11Analyzing Shot Deficiencies: Trigger Jerk
  13. 04:15Analyzing Vertical Plane Movement
  14. 05:00Analyzing Horizontal Plane Movement
  15. 05:10Detecting Sight Picture Changes
  16. 05:53Conclusion: FN Expert Software Functions

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the red portion of the FN Expert™ trace represent?

The red portion of the FN Expert™ trace signifies 2/10 of a second, which is the physiological time it takes for a shooter to make a decision and physically respond to a stimulus, crucial for analyzing trigger squeeze.

How does the FN Expert™ aim box indicate shooter stability?

The size of the aim box in the FN Expert™ software directly correlates to shooter stability. A larger aim box, especially if elongated in a particular direction (up/down or left/right), indicates greater movement and less stability during the shot.

What are the three components measured by the FN Expert™ quick grading system?

The FN Expert™ quick grading system, often called traffic lights, measures the steady hold factor (shooter's stability), the point of aim (accuracy to center mass), and trigger squeeze or control (how well the trigger was manipulated).

How can the FN Expert™ software help identify a trigger jerk?

A trigger jerk is identified in the FN Expert™ software by a long red line on the trace, extending from the point of aim to the point of impact, indicating significant movement in a short time. This often corresponds to a red grade in the trigger control component of the quick grading system.

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